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End of the Rainbow at Raft Cove A O’Toole Gazette staff RAFT COVE—BC Parks made the decision to close Raft Cove Provincial Park Saturday at noon after a protest against a planned gathering erupted on Facebook last week.

Word spread Tuesday, August 6, of an Event page inviting members of the Rainbow Family — a leaderless band embracing many of the values of the ‘60s counter-culture movement — to the remote North Island location for a monthlong gathering. The event had just over

1,800 “Going” with many more invited, the destination apparently an eleventh-hour change from a previously arranged location.

Soon after, a protest page was set up, urging BC Parks to take action against the gathering. The protest gained support at an astounding

rate, with more than 1,400 joining in a 48-hour period.

The protesters argued the site was unsuited to such a large gath-

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• SUMMER SOUND

Third annual Tri-Port Music Festival draws crowd to Cluxewe.

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Members of the RCMP Musical Ride ride in the “bridal arch” formation during their performance at Storey’s Beach last Wednesday. See more in North Island Life, page 11, and online at www.northisJ.R. Rardon landgazette.com.

McNeill teen charged in stabbing Gazette staff A 16-year-old Port McNeill youth was taken into custody and his 56-year-old stepfather was hospitalized following a stabbing incident at their home last week.

The incident occurred last Tuesday, said Port McNeill RCMP. The teen was charged with aggravated assault.

After initially being taken to hospital for a mental health assessment, the

youth was released and the following day had a bail hearing by phone. He was released pending a court date under conditions including a no-contact order, Port McNeill RCMP Sgt. Craig Blanchard said.

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The victim was rushed to hospital by RCMP, where he was expected to make a full recovery from a stab wound to a lung.

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The youth cannot be named, under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, and the stepfather’s name is withheld to protect the identity of the youth.

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RCAF airlifts fisherman from boat

Members of an RCAF Cormorant helicopter crew look down upon a commercial fishing vessel prior to extracting a crewman in distress Sunday west of Port Hardy.

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Gazette staff PORT HARDY—A middle-aged man was hospitalized in stable condition Sunday night after being airlifted by an RCAF helicopter crew from a commercial fishing boat approximately 80 nautical miles west of Port Hardy.

Air Controllers at Joint Rescue Coordination Centre Victoria received a call indicating that the man was experiencing a possible medical condition on board the 48-foot vessel and was in need of evacuation to hospital.

The Cormorant crew from 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron

took off from its base at 19 Wing Comox and was on scene at just before 5 p.m.

“We talked to the ship and got the crew to clear a spot on the deck so that we could lower our Search and Rescue Technician safely,” said Captain Pierre Faucher, aircraft commander.

“Fishing vessels are always challenging to lower SAR Techs onto because of the masts, antennas and rigging on board.”

As the Cormorant hovered overhead, the Flight Engineer (F.E.) operating the hoist lowered the SAR Tech to the deck.

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Man medevaced from Holberg Gazette staff HOLBERG—The 422 Transport and Rescue Squadron responded Monday to medevac an injured man from a logging site near Holberg.

Joint Rescue Coordination Centre Victoria received the call for assistance from B.C. Ambulance after the middle-aged man was struck by a falling branch. Although paramedics were able to evacuate the man from the logging site, it became apparent that he was in need of urgent care.

With fog, low clouds and rain in the area, Air Controllers at JRCC called 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron and a Cormorant helicopter crew took off from their base at 19 Wing Comox.

“We had bad weather most of the way,” said Major Troy Maa, aircraft commander. “We were flying by instruments, but we were

The crew of a Cormorant helicopter receives a patient from B.C. Ambulance paramedics at a logging road near Holberg, Monday afternoon.

The crew transferred the injured man to Victoria.

to hoist onto,” said Master Corporal Giles Bagley, SAR Tech.

“I went down quick, put a sling around the man for the sake of speed, and with perfect timing, the F.E. got us back on

board the helicopter in no time.”

The helicopter then flew to Port Hardy where the man was transferred in stable condition to B.C. Ambulance for transport to hospital.

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Unable to fly over the weather, the pilots used the navigation and instrument systems of

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The patient was transferred to hospital in stable condition. His present medical status is unknown.

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Choirs a world apart share virtual stage J.R. Rardon Gazette staff PORT McNEILL—When the Wild Heart Music choir wrapped up its performance Tuesday at St. John Gualbert Church, applause broke out in Africa.

Minutes later, it was the local youths’ turn to clap as the Bulembu Choir performed its own song in Swaziland.

The two children’s choirs were linked by an unsteady Skype connection over the internet, as well as the much stronger connection of siblings Clifton and Georgia Murray.

Clifton was in Swaziland with the Tenors, who were performing a benefit concert for Bulembu later that evening. The Tenors, formerly known as the Canadian Tenors, have been performing the benefits for the stricken region, which

has one of the highest HIV/ AIDS rates in the world, since 2010.

Younger sister Georgia is a Port McNeill-raised, Victoria-based artist who helped form the Wild Heart program last year through an online auction.

She flew to Port McNeill Monday evening to join the Wild Heart singers for their online meeting with their African counterparts, children orphaned by the devastating plague.

After some initial problems securing a connection, the local youths cheered as the image of the Bulembu children appeared on a large screen on the wall.

“My understanding is there was 20 of them there, who were selected to sing with The Tenors,” said Deborah Murray, a member of the Wild Heart board and mother of the singing

Above, members of the Wild Heart Music youth choir gather before their Skype performance Tuesday at St. John Gualbert Church in Port McNeill. At right, Georgia Murray signs the T-shirt of Port McNeill’s Halleah Rienks while Stephanie Lacasse looks on.

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The Wild Heart singers video-online] have been attending a vocal camp all week, in preparanorthislandgazette.com tion for a performance during OrcaFest Saturday.

North Island boosts presence on VIEA board Gazette staff The North Island now has two representatives on the Board of Directors of the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance, with Lillian Hunt of Alert Bay being elected to a spot during VIEA’s AGM this summer in Courtenay.

Hunt joins Port McNeill councillor and businesswoman Gaby Wickstrom, who was elected to a three-year term on the board in

2012.

Hunt is the Cultural Tourism Guide for U’mista Cultural Society in Alert Bay. She also serves as the Vancouver Island Director for Aboriginal Tourism BC (ATBC), North Island Director for Tourism Vancouver Island, Vancouver Island North Tourism Committee, North Island Director for INFilm Board, Community Futures of Mt. Waddington,

the BC Museum Association, and Quatsino Economic Development Board.

Hunt served office for the Village of Alert Bay for two terms before deciding to dedicate her efforts towards tourism development for her community and region.

Wickstrom has resided in the North Island region for 18 years.

She is the owner/ operator of Oceanview Driving School Ltd.

and currently serves as a Councillor with the Town of Port McNeill. Throughout her time in the community she has been involved as President of the Chamber of Commerce, Chair of the Port McNeill Advisory Planning Committee, and Chair of the Vancouver Island North Tourism Committee as well as serving on numerous

committees of Council.

Dan Smith of Campbell River and formerly with the First Nations Summit is the new Chair. Dave Willie of Qualicum Beach continues in the role of Past Chair, and the Chair-Elect is Sandy Herle of Parksville.

C o n t i n u i n g Directors include Dr. Pedro Marquez, Dean of International Business, Royal Roads

Keep Safe this Boating Season Enforcement officers will be on the water to make sure everyone is following the boating safety rules. So, to keep safe and avoid fines, remember: Prepare before you set out • Check your boat before leaving shore and make sure you have all required safety equipment on board. Don’t forget to ensure it is in good working order.

• Make sure you have one Canadian-approved lifejacket or personal flotation device (PFD) in the right size for each person on board. Remember, it won’t work unless you wear it!

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Safety rules on the water • You must always have a spotter in the boat when you tow someone tubing, water skiing or wakeboarding.

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University, Marianne Stolz, Principal, Capital Asset Group, Colleen Evans of Campbell River, Rick Roberts, Rick Roberts Consulting, Lisa de Leeuw, Branch Manager, Coast Capital Savings, and Wickstrom.

New Directors elected to the VIEA board include Po Wan, Principal, Blackberry Creative, Gilliam Trumper of Port Alberni, Darrell Paysen of

Vancouver Island Real Estate Board, Giles Newman, Principal of Baby Bear International, and Ron Cantelon of Nanaimo.

In keeping with the Alliance’s mandate to foster collaboration and economic prosperity throughout the Island region, VIEA is pleased to announce this wellrounded board with broad geographical representation.

Cody joined the Hardy Buoys work force in June 2012 right after high school graduation. Initially hired into the seasonal sports caught program, he quickly showed his aptitude and was moved into the commercial processing program permanently by the following month. As an employee that is reliable, flexible, and a fast learner with a very positive attitude, Cody is a favourite among his peers. Cody has spent time in many areas of the process, excelling in all of them.

Recently mastering how to smoke the fish, he is relied upon during the extra busy periods to monitor the second shifts.

Cody has grown up in Port Hardy, achieved academic success throughout his schooling, and proved to be a natural athlete, having played competitive hockey, soccer, and baseball as well as many other sports. Cody still continues to enjoy sports and now also volunteers with Port Hardy Minor Hockey, having helped coach a Peanuts team during the 2012/2013 season. A natural leader, he is an excellent mentor to new employees and looked up to by the summer students. Cody’s future plans are to attend post secondary and earn a Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, but for now he is enjoying his time with friends, and in all honestly when asked what he likes most about his job, he said “making money!” Cody is an Amazing young man with a very bright future, we are proud to have on our team.

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Protesters: gathering too large for park from page 1 ering, with many pointing to the lack of access to fresh water, toilet facilities, cell coverage and medical care as issues. Many more expressed concern over potential damage to the site, citing problems resulting from previous gatherings in other locations.

The rapid escalation of the protest led to widespread media attention Thursday, and erroneous early reports of hundreds of people on site and contraventions of a fire ban helped fuel the online outrage.

A release from BC Parks stating that it was aware of the concerns and monitoring the situation was met on its Facebook site with a barrage of comments urging the park’s closure.

BC Parks called an informational meeting Friday with the RDMW, RCMP, WFP and Quatsino First Nations among those in attendance.

“We had a good discussion,” said Port Hardy Mayor Bev Parnham. “As far as I’m concerned, the park is full at the minute. I don’t think people realize how difficult it will be.”

The situation at the park Saturday was somewhat tamer than what had been previously reported in the media.

Saturday morning, about 70 people were on the beach, with about two dozen tents in evidence. Those present welcomed visitors and many were eager to speak to locals.

Those on the ground blamed a communications breakdown for the situation. One member, Red Crow, explained that the Event page that sparked the furor originally pointed to a site on the mainland.

A large gathering had been planned for that location but was cancelled due to a fuel spill.

After that gathering was cancelled and no clear consensus emerged for an alternate site, a small group from the West Coast made for Raft Cove.

Red Crow explained that an unknown person in the World Rainbow Family changed the details on the page to point to Raft Cove, seemingly due to the lack of consensus.

Those interviewed were in agreement with locals that Raft Cove was completely unsuited to such large

numbers touted, none expected anything like thousands of people to attend, nor for people to stay for a month.

Indeed, the majority interviewed planned to stay for one to three nights.

Participants said while many gathering are truly huge, this one was unlikely to draw large numbers for a variety of reasons. First, the number of people “Going” on Facebook was seen as inflated to begin with. The site was not agreed by consensus and at least two other alternate sites were known. In addition, many would be unable or unwilling to foot the extra cost of traveling from the mainland to the North Island. The

on private land, on big fields, and people would go out months in advance to prepare the site.”

He explained the group had wanted to hold a small, alcoholfree, family-friendly get-together and hadn’t expected to draw the attention they did. He said that they were trying to get in contact with the Quatsino First Nations and were hoping to have a telephone conference Monday, but had been in regular contact with BC Parks Rangers and were working to allay fears.

The group had arranged to bring in fresh water and food daily by boat down the

Rainbow Gathering down near Port Alberni,” said Jai, a Rainbow veteran. “It’s on private land and they’re like ‘Welcome, we want you to come here.’ People getting off the ferry will be like, ‘Do we go over here where they’re saying ‘welcome home’ or do we drive all the way up there and take a chance?’”

“This is not how we do things,” said Red Crow. “Normally when Two BC Parks rangers speak with members we host a gathering we of the Rainbow Family while announcing are in contact with (BC) the closure of Raft Cove Provincial Park Parks, the community, Saturday.

Nancy Wilson First Nations… That didn’t happen here and length of the journey in the Koots,” said Red we’re really apologetic Crow. for that. We’d never would deter others.

The attention gar- hold a big gathering “A lot of the Family have jobs and families nered by the pro- somewhere like this, — they can maybe go test was also a fac- it just wouldn’t work. for the weekend if it’s tor. “There’s another Normally they’re held

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Rainbow Family campers are welcomed by a sign where the trail emerges from the woods onto the beach at Raft Cove.

The group’s tents are barely visible in the distance, at centre.

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from page 4 Macjack River and to return on the tide to remove garbage.

The issue of feces was raised a number of times by protesters. Red Crow said, “We’ve been using the composting toilets and we’ve asked the Parks guys to keep an eye on it. If they think it’s getting close to capacity we’ve agreed that we’ll start using buckets and hauling them out with the garbage every day.”

The Ministry of Environment confirmed reports that a latrine trench had been dug one metre above the vegetation line. The trench was not near any water source and, as of Tuesday morning was being covered over.

All of those interviewed were adamant that the group was very conscious of keeping their environmental impact to a minimum.

The only garbage visible on a hike to the park Saturday were three long-discarded beer cans on the way in, and the campers’ garbage confined to a bag in the kitchen area.

A single fire was lit in that area. Contrary to some reports, no fire ban is in effect for Raft Cove; the area is within the fog zone.

BC Parks Rangers were stationed at the trail head and informed hikers and campers of the park’s closure. The officers declined to answer questions from the Gazette, referring all inquiries to a media contact and stating that they were simply there to deliver message of the closure.

“BC Parks is closing Raft Cove Provincial Park in response to concerns arising from the World Rainbow Gathering that began August 7th,” said the release from the Ministry of Environment. “The

closure was prompted over specific concerns that an increase in the number of visitors unprepared for such a remote and rugged location would significantly increase the risk to public health and safety, the protection of the natural environment and the preservation of park values. The closure takes effect at 12 p.m. (Saturday) and will last until further notice.

“BC Parks has been aware of concerns expressed by the public, and made the decision to close the park in consultation with other agencies including the Vancouver Island Health Authority and the provincial archaeology branch, local governments, the local forest industry, First Nations and the RCMP. “BC Parks will be on site daily to manage the closure over the coming days and will reassess as necessary.”

The news was greeted stoically by those we spoke to. “I was

heading out tomorrow anyway,” said one Rainbow member, Paloma. “Everyone’s been a bit disillusioned with all the protests.”

“It was really nice to be here, it’s beautiful,” said her colleague, “But if people don’t want us to be here we’ll go. We don’t want to be disrespectful. I just feel sad for people that are traveling a long way to get here and now they’ll have to go somewhere else.”

Locally, the news of the park’s closure was greeted with jubilation by protesters, with dozens praising the decision in comments on the site’s Facebook page.

“Hey friends,” said a post on the Raft Cove Rainbow Gathering Discussion Page from Terry Eissfeldt, a driving force behind the original protest event on Facebook. “We closed our page on protecting Raft Cove as we feel we’ve accomplished our goal.

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LAND ACT: NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR A DISPOSITION OF CROWN LAND FILE #1414095 Notice is given that BC Timber Sales (Seaward Business Office in Port McNeill, B.C.) intends to make an application to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, North Island-Central Coast District Office, for a Licence of Occupation – Industrial Log Handling, File #1414095. This site is on provincial Crown land in Burke Channel.

on the beach we are To obtain a copy of the application or submit a written comment, please contact: Kathy Howard, Land Officer, 2217 Mine Road, Box 7000, Port McNeill, B.C. V0N 2R0, confident that BC Kathryn.Howard@gov.bc.ca OR Parks has the situation Shiloh McCulley, BCTS, 2217 Mine Road, Box 7000, Port McNeill, B.C. V0N 2R0, in hand. Thanks for Shiloh.Mcculley@gov.bc.ca everything! And Peace to those who are truly The application will be available for review and comment for 30 days from August for Peace and brotherly 15, 2013. Comments will be received until September 13, 2013. The Ministry of love. We are known Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations office may not be able to consider by our actions not our comments received after this period. Comments can also be posted online at: http:// words.” www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp?PrimaryStatus=pending As of Tuesday, the Ministry of Please be sure to cite the applicant’s name, the location of the proposed activity and Environment said there the file number. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considwere fewer than 50 ered part of the public record. For additional information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource people still at the park Operations office. preparing to TW leave and the group was workClient: Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations ing with BC Parks to clean up Campaign: the site. BCTS Seaward disposition of Crown land #1414095 Size: 4.31” x 7.8” A full site assessment will be conducted after those remaining leave.

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Notice is given that BC Timber Sales (Seaward Business Office in Port McNeill, Red Crow saw irony B.C.) intends to make an application to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural in the uproar the gathResource Operations, North Island-Central Coast District Office, for a Licence of ering had sparked; “It’s Occupation – Industrial Log Handling, File #1414095. This site is on provincial Crown funny in a way. The land in Burke Channel. rednecks are protesting the hippies to protect To obtain a copy of the application or submit a written comment, please contact: the environment. We Kathy Howard, Land Officer, 2217 Mine Road, Box 7000, Port McNeill, B.C. V0N 2R0, can go home now, our Kathryn.Howard@gov.bc.ca OR job is done.”

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DISTRICT OF PORT HARDY NOTICE OF HIGHWAY CLOSURE, REMOVAL OF DEDICATION AS HIGHWAY AND DISPOSITION OF LAND In accordance with sections 40 and 94 of the Community Charter, the District of Port Hardy hereby gives notice of its intention to adopt District of Port Hardy Highway Closure and Dedication Removal Bylaw No. 1014-2013 (the "Bylaw"). If adopted, the Bylaw will have the effect of closing to all traffic, part of an unnamed and unconstructed highway that comprises 115.8 square metres as shown outlined in heavy black line on the reference plan below (the “Parcel”), and to remove its dedication as highway. Persons who consider they are affected by the Bylaw will be provided the opportunity to make representations to District of Port Hardy Council at its meeting at the Municipal Hall, 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy, BC, on August 27, 2013 at 7:00 p.m., or by delivering a written submission by 4:00 p.m. on August 27, 2013 to the Director of Corporate & Development Services using the contact information below.

In accordance with sections 26 and 94 of the Community Charter, the District of Port Hardy further gives notice of its intention to sell the Parcel as well as that portion of land described and shown on the above reference plan as "Part Section 30 Township 6 PLAN VIP61471" (the "Land"), to the adjacent landowner, Port Hardy RV Resort Ltd., Inc. No. BC0910515, for $7,517.75 plus the District's costs associated with closing to traffic and removing the dedication as highway as well as conveyance of the Parcel and the Land. The sale is subject to Port Hardy RV Resort Ltd., Inc. No. BC0910515, amalgamating the Parcel, the Land and its two properties described as: 1) Block 2, Section 30, Township 6, Rupert District, Plan 810, Except Parts in Plans 38040, 1593RW and VIP78088; and, 2) Block 3, Section 30, Township 6, Rupert District, Plan 810, Except Parts in Plans 38040, 1593RW and VIP78088, into one property.

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To serve and reflect The darker side of human nature reared its head during last week’s brouhaha over the short-lived Rainbow Family gathering at Raft Cove Provincial Park.

Alarmed by an event page on Facebook indicating nearly 2,000 members of the counter-culture group were “going” to camp at the park for a month, concerned local citizens promptly launched their own event to protest the event.

The thread of discussion that resulted included hurled invective, name-calling, misinformation and character smearing.

What was purported to be simply a concern for the preservation of a pristine natural environment threatened to devolve into verbal free-for-all between supporters of the “hippies” and the “rednecks”, before the site was shut down in favour of a more reasoned protest site with greater posting restrictions.

Social media can play a positive role in modern society, but this was not its shining moment.

To their credit, the Rainbow Family campers seemed to behave with more decorum than many, calmly accepting their eviction from the public area in spite of the fact fewer than 100 had arrived in the first week of the camp.

We are glad that North Islanders care enough about their region to take action when its geography, culture and lifestyle are threatened.

And we’ll take them at their word when they say the Raft Cove protest had nothing to do with the type of people involved in the aborted campout.

That’s why we’ll be looking forward to the protest against the latest West Coast campout planned on Facebook, the “Grant Bay Campout!!” event complete with invitations to bring trucks, quads and dirtbikes. It’s set for August 23-26.

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Another round of liquor reforms VICTORIA – The B.C. Liberal government is ordering up another round of liquor regulation changes, looking for ways to make life easier without aggravating the health and social problems associated with alcohol.

Discussions with B.C.’s 10,000 liquor licence holders have identified a few problems that should be fixed. Going into a consultation phase that runs to October, the government is looking for answers to a few obvious questions, such as why it takes a pub or bar up to a year to get a licence.

Another question: why can a family with underaged children go into a licensed restaurant for lunch, but can’t go to a pub and place the exact same food and drink order?

Letters inviting suggestions from existing licence holders have gone out, and Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap will be meeting this fall with stakeholders.

B.C. Views

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Tom Fletcher

A website will be put up in September so members of the public can have their say. Here’s my suggestion to start things off.

Recent incidents involving so-called “party buses” shone a light on this growing industry, Open liquor isn’t allowed in any vehicle, but perhaps a new kind of special event licence could be created. They have been viewed as part of the solution to impaired driving, and the situation isn’t much different from a supervised

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Port Hardy karate sensei Ivan DeToro passed the exam to earn his sixth-degree black belt, the top ranking on Vancouver Island

We live in beautiful country, but medevac airlifts of a fisherman and a logger this week remind us of the harsh nature of work here.

event on a boat.

Here’s another suggestion.

Gourmet cooking classes are becoming popular, with customers preparing and then enjoying their meals. Why not licence these events, at least so people can bring their own wine for dinner?

Both the B.C. Liberals and NDP have advocated for easing the archaic rules on inter-provincial trade in wine. B.C. lifted its restrictions on mail-order wine and has urged other provinces to follow suit.

There are a couple of reasons why this Prohibitionera structure persists. Liquor sales are a cash cow for provincial governments, and every case of wine brought in from elsewhere is lost profit for the provincial wholesale monopoly. Then there is the local industry lobby that would rather not add to its competition.

Premier Christy Clark pressed this point at the recent premiers’ meeting in Ontario wine country, bringA member of

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ing in the maximum amount of B.C. wine allowed under Ontario rules and urging free trade in Canadian wine.

The Toronto media drank it up, aghast that they were barred from ordering the latest Naramata Bench tipples directly. No movement so far from the Ontario government, in a province that has done well developing its own wine industry.

The B.C. government will no doubt be lobbied again to allow beer and wine sales in grocery and convenience stores. Our politicians show little interest in that, which is understandable. The B.C. Liberals don’t want to upset the private liquor stores they have nurtured for a decade, and the NDP would never risk annoying the government liquor store union.

There are more creative ways to liberalize alcohol sales.

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Protesters sought to bring reason Dear editor, Re the recent closure of Raft Cove Park: Our (locals’) concern from the get-go was the size and location of the park compared to the nature of the gathering.

Last Wednesday, when I first heard about the World Rainbow Gathering, I found an Event page on Facebook to gather at Raft Cove Provincial Park.

Over 10,000 were invited.

1,800-plus had responded “Going”. This fuelled the urgency to do something as soon as possible.

Out of gut reaction I created an Event page titled Protest concerning the

"We’re pleased our elected officials quickly decided to close the Park."

World Rainbow Gathering at Raft Cove Provincial Park. Within 48 hours it received over 1,400 “Going” and close to 5000 “Invited” We began a letter writing campaign to the Minister of the Environment, BC Parks and our MLA, Claire Trevena. No one had any information on the imminent arrival of the

Rainbow Family descending on Raft Cove.

People also called the RCMP, BC Parks and other agencies they thought should be informed.

We’re pleased our elected officials quickly decided to close the Park. As of Monday morning over 100 people were still in the park but with the aide of BC Parks, providing a van

to help transport them out, the park was expected to be empty by Tuesday evening.

Although some would make this out to be the locals against the Hippies, this is not the case. They consider themselves to be a family. So do the people of the North Island.

Logger, environmentalist, hippie, business person, Liberal, NDP, atheist and people of various faiths all came together for one purpose — to bring reason to the situation: the chosen site is inappropriate for the gathering.

Terry Ruth Eissfeldt Port McNeill

Rainbow experience bright

Dear editor, My mother went out to Raft Cove last week to take photos of the Rainbow Family and see what damage they had already made.

What she found was the same beautiful, clean beach Raft Cove has always been, with notes telling people to clean up

"I truly hope they are able to enjoy the beauty of British Columbia." after themselves by taking garbage, etc., with them.

There were 80 beautiful people out here who welcomed her with open arms

regardless of what she was there for. They eat food that is supplied through boats; she was invited to stay for the entire day, and

she did, and had lunch and dinner with them that they provided for her.

I truly hope they are able to enjoy the beauty of British Columbia in a location that provides enough space for them.

Good luck Rainbowers!

& R s t n a v es Ra

Rotary rave Huge congrats and job well done to the Port Hardy Rotary Club for bringing the RCMP Musical Ride to Port Hardy.

Lots of prep work was needed leading up to and following the event which seemed to go off without a hitch.

The 2,000 that attended thoroughly enjoyed the pre-entertainment and the ride itself.

Also, thanks to Teresa Charlton's highland dancers, NI community band, the Kwakiutl Dancers as well as the other vendors who took part.

Another great event Rotary. Thanks to the horses and RCMP riders for a great show!

Sandy Grenier

Sports teams unite!!!

Tanya Williams Campbell River

Is Big Pharma influence healthy?

Dear editor, Some of Canada’s provincial political parties have developed an unhealthy dependency on large campaign donations from Big Pharma, according to figures released by IntegrityBC. IntegrityBC looked at donations from nine pharmaceutical companies and two trade associations in four provinces. Two patterns quickly emerged from the numbers: the companies and associations were not shy at opening up their wallets and their donations were heavily tilted in favour of the party in power.

In B.C. they gave a total of $247,699 to the B.C. Liberal party and $7,170 to the NDP (2005

to 2012); in Alberta they gave $176,130 to the Progressive Conservative party and $3,100 to the Liberal party (2004 to 2011); in Saskatchewan $39,351 to the Saskatchewan party and $468 to the NDP (2006 to 2012); and in Ontario $404,848 to the Ontario Liberals, $297,925 to the Progressive Conservatives and $18,483 to the NDP (2004 to 2012).

All told, the nine companies and two associations donated $1.2 million, of which a total of $868,028 went to the parties in power in each of the four provinces.

And it’s a tally that only scratches the surface of the sector’s total political philanthropy. In April, the

Letters to the editor

Vancouver Sun estimated that drug companies, pharmaceutical organizations and pharmacies donated $582,549 to the Liberals and $41,850 to the NDP between 2005 and 2012.

“Big Pharma is playing too big a role in the financing of the very political parties that oversee drug safety in each of these provinces,” said IntegrityBC executive director Dermod Travis.

“And it raises the obvious question whose health comes first: Big Pharma or those who need access to safe, affordable, effective medicine?”

In May, researcher William Warburton filed a lawsuit against the B.C. government that alleged there was a connection

between certain pharmaceutical companies and the termination of seven Ministry of Health employees in 2012 who were working on drugsafety.

Warburton’s court filings include the allegation that “The Liberal Party was receiving significant contributions from these drug companies, and the Province was eliminating drug safety programs that could cause restrictions on sales of the products of these drug companies.”

The government denied Warburton’s claim in court documents filed later that month.

Dermod Travis, Executive Director IntegrityBC

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August 17 OrcaFest summer festival, Port McNeill. Parade, vendors, food, ball tournament, show-and-shine, library book sale and lots more. Info, Chamber of Commerce, 250956-3131.

August 18 Hardy Bay Seniors will host a hamburger and hotdog sale at 9150 Granville Street for 11: 30 a.m.-2 p.m.

August 19 North Island Community Services Society invites Port McNeill residents to a public meeting on Huckleberry House Children’s Centre 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Cheslakees School Gym. August 19 The Alzheimer Society hosts a full day workshop for family members who are caring for a person with dementia. Part of the Family Caregiver Series, the workshop will be by donation at the Hardy Bay Senior Centre, 9150 Granville Street Port Hardy, 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Pre-

registration required, contact 1-800-462-2833 or email jhope@alzheimerbc.org.

August 19-23 Stepping Stones Centre summer camp: Sports Camp.

Preschool (ages 3-5) from 9:30-11:10 a.m.; school age (5-9) from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Cost $50 for the week; registration forms available at Stepping Stones Centre in Robert Scott School. Space is limited; for more info call 250949-3031.

August 21 No Easy Ride: Reflections on My Life in the RCMP by Ian T. Parson at Cafe Guido and The Book Nook. 7 p.m.

7135 Market St., Port Hardy. Everyone welcome.

August 22 A&W hosts its Cruisin’ for a Cause classic car show to benefit Multiple Sclerosis, 1 p.m. For every Teen Burger sold $1 is donated to the fight against MS; free root beer for entering a car, free balloons for the kids.

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August 31 Port McNeill Toy & Rod Run; starting from Port McNeill Community Hall 11 a.m. and from Port Hardy’s Carrot Park, noon. Bikers from across Vancouver Island show their rides while benefitting the Gazette Hamper Fund.

Followed by the 8th annual Pig Roast and Stomp, featuring live music from Steelhead, 6 p.m., 704 Eagleridge Rd. in Hyde Creek. Dinner, dance, cash bar, to benefit local causes. Advance tickets $30 available in Port McNeill at The Flower Shoppe and Timberland Sports. Info, 250902-9527.

September 7-8 Mount Waddington Regional Fall Fair at Chilton Regional Arena, Port McNeill. Enter or view locally produced arts & crafts; baking, preserves and beverages; flowers, herbs, vegetables and fruits; art and photography, and much more. Entertainment, concession, more. To volunteer or for more info, call Brenda at 250-949-7778 or email fleeton@telus.net.

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August 24-25 Annual Kelsey Bay Fishing Derby to benefit the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock, Sayward. Tickets $20 through July 1, $25 weekend of the event. Advanced tickets may be picked up at the Sayward RCMP detachment. Info, Gary at 250-282-3853 or Bryanne, 250-282-3464.

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Exhibits, vendors, entertainment, animals, farmer’s market, hockey gear swap.

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Volunteers needed for exhibits, judging & decorating.

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Fall Fair puts out call for exhibitors, performers Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— Final preparations are in full swing for the annual Mount Waddington Regional Fall Fair and the call has gone out to entertainers, exhibitors and judges.

The Fall Fair, themed

“North Island Roots and Rubber Boots — Sew it, Grow it, Show it”, will take place Sept. 7-8 at Chilton Regional Arena.

The fair provides a showcase for local growers, bakers, artisans and artists across a wide spectrum of

display sections, including: • Potted plants, cut flowers, floral art, fruit, vegetables and herbs; • Home baking, preserving and beer and wine brewing; • Needlework, sewing, knitting and cro-

chet; and • Arts, crafts and photography.

A separate section is open to kids only, and another is devoted to entries representing the theme of the fair.

Within each section are multiple categories, and ribbons, cash

prizes and trophies are up for grabs for judges’ favourites.

Food and entertainment is also a big part of the weekend. A concession will be open and entertainers will perform throughout.

Entertainers wishing to sign up or inquire, call

Brian Hicks at 250902-2228.

Those interested in judging exhibits or volunteering in any other capacity may contact Kathy Howard at 250-551-4515 or Brenda Fleeton at 250949-7778. Judging will take place Friday eve-

ning, prior to the opening of the fair.

More information, including an online brochure and exhibit entry forms, is available at www.mountwaddingtonfallfair.ca.

Brochures may also be picked up at area libraries.

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North Island Life Mane event Gazette staff Organizers estimated a crowd of around 2,000 came out to Storey’s Beach to see last week’s performance by the renowned RCMP Musical Ride, hosted by the Port Hardy Rotary Club.

The total raised by the

event was still being counted up when the Gazette went to press, but a portion of the proceeds will go to Eagle Ridge Manor as well as other North Island nonprofit groups.

Here’s some of our favourite images from the event...

Clockwise from left: A spectator snaps a photo of riders in the RCMP Musical Ride at Storey’s Beach last Wednesday; A young dancer performs as the Bak’was before the Musical Ride; Riders wheel into a gallop; Members of the Musical Ride paid a visit to the residents of Eagle Ridge Manor in Port Hardy before the show on Wednesday; Naomi Stead of Port Hardy, left, holds up daughter Winona to pet one of the horses; Rider Cst. Ryan Schipper cracks a smile as he moves into formation; Port Hardy RCMP constable Evan Hobbs hands a hat back to a rider after it was blown off her head; Riders form up to enter the waterfront ‘arena’.

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Welcome to Mount Waddington NIC’s Mount Waddington Regional campus has a new boss.

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I’m not the same person I was then. School is different now because I’m different,” Joye Walkus.

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Three years ago, Joye Walkus had no teacher training. idea the change that a few upgrading The program runs in partnership courses could bring. between the Kwakwaka’wakw First He has also led education and training She had spent most of her life working Nation and UVic, which operates four- programs in Port Alberni, Prince Rupert, with her father in the fishing industry, month intensive courses, one at a time, and more. earning her first pay cheque at the age sending instructors north on weekends “I am really looking forward to engaging while students learn from elders, known with the North Island community and of eight.

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Help your soil to ensure a healthy harvest A tale of two North Island gardens’ soils: The two gardens are at different stages of development. The backyard garden is developed on land which had been massively bulldozed and reformed about 40 years ago, worked for a time and then abandoned to coarse grasses and broadleaf plants.

As a consequence of bulldozing there was a wide variety of soils in the garden when we started there. We created raised beds and gradually, through application of compost, have made the soils more uniform.

An initial chemical analysis showed a pH of 6.4, a reflection of the application of lime, and deficiencies of all the major nutri-

ents, but the application of compost has undoubtedly changed this, since we now have excellent crops of more than thirty varieties of edible plants including broccoli, cabbage, strawberries, potatoes, currants, herbs, garlic, beans and Jerusalem artichokes.

The Grassroots Garden contrasts with the yard garden in many respects, but it too was bulldozed about 40-50 years ago after removal of the natural forest, then left to become alder woodland.

The alders and shrubs were removed, the stumps were bulldozed and the land was then ploughed, leaving behind a fairly uniform sandy loam soil with many boulders.

Healthy plants, like healthy people, need a nutritious diet.

There are seventeen nutrients essential to healthy, high-yielding plants.

The Bee’s Knees with David Lang and Dawn Moorhead Now beds are being made, many of them raised, in the 1/4 acre (of 2.7 acres) selected for initial field crops.

Chemical analyses of the bared soil showed a pH of 4.6 as expected, too low for most vegetables, while all major nutrients except nitrogen and most micronutrients were deficient. Lime to improve the pH and organic slow release amendments were applied.

Clearing and ploughing resulted in exposure of the previously protected soil to heavy rain so the initial high nitrogen content (courtesy of fixation by the alders) was rapidly leached out and areas previously drained by alder roots were periodically waterlogged. Also the soil now exposed to the sun lost organic matter.

The results have been mixed. Perennials and

a few annuals have done very well; other annuals have been disappointing.

For most vegetable and many fruit crops the solution is to gradually and methodically improve the soil by adding compost, possibly mulch, and both slow-release and readily available nutrients. Over time, with patience, we expect the Grassroots Garden to catch up with our backyard garden.

Plant nutrition Healthy plants, like healthy people, need a nutritious diet.

There are seventeen nutrients essential to healthy, high-yielding plants. In organic agriculture, we want these nutrients to be available to the plant roots in the soil, so we are working continually to improve the soil, and thus the quality and quantity of the harvest.

In conventional agriculture, the nutri-

ents are often sourced from a bag or bottle of synthetic substances which are poured or spread on or around the plant, along with “cides” to kill other living creatures and plants/weeds. This is a temporary fix for the farmer, the unsustainable, long term effects of which are to deplete and ruin the soil, pollute our waters, and kill pollinators and other living creatures.

In a subsequent column we will consider plant nutrition in detail, and explain why “Compost trumps all!”

Dawn Moorhead and David Lang are longtime practitioners of organic agriculture.

They welcome your comments or questions at organic9@ telus.net

Shoreline Cleanup seeks pickup artists Gazette staff Celebrating 20 years this fall, the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup is calling on Canadians to sign up now at ShorelineCleanup.ca as site coordinators or participants for this fall’s cleanup, taking place Sept.

21-29.

The Shoreline Cleanup, a conservation initiative of Vancouver Aquarium and the World

Wildlife Federation, is Canada’s largest direct-action conservation initiative, mobilizing participants throughout the country to remove litter from its shorelines – anywhere where land meets water.

“Throughout its 20-year history, the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup has enlisted half a million Canadians to collect approximately 1.2 million kilograms of

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shoreline litter – the approximate weight of 259 school buses,” says Jill Dwyer, program manager for the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup.

“Although these figures represent great accomplishments, they also indicate that there is much more work left to do, and many more volunteers required to stem the tide of shoreline litter.”

Shoreline litter is a

serious environmental issue in Canada – and worldwide.

Its effects are farreaching – from entangling and choking wildlife, to being ingested by wild animals, to negatively impacting water quality and cleanliness. For example, during last year’s cleanup effort, 45 animals were found entangled, including 22 fish, ten birds (including gulls,

swans, and heron), and even a fox.

Shoreline litter can also pose safety risks to humans, and cause disruptions or imbalances within the local ecosystem.

To address this issue head-on, the goal of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup this year is to enlist 64,000 site coordinators and volunteers to participate, an unprecedented goal for the program.

Last year, Shoreline Cleanup collected 136,000-plus kilograms of shoreline litter, reflecting the high level of need for more help this year.

Site coordinators will be assigned to catalogue which litter items will be collected in the highest numbers on Canada’s shorelines.

Last year, the biggest culprits were cigarettes and cigarette filters (nearly

417,000 items collected), food wrappers/containers (nearly 99,000 items collected), and plastic bags (nearly 70,000 items collected).

These items landed the top spots on Shoreline Cleanup’s 2012 “Dirty Dozen” list, along with caps/ lids, beverage bottles/ cans, food serving ware, straws/stirrers, paper bags, tobacco packaging and building materials.

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Fans embrace festival Gazette staff C L U X E W E RESORT—A wide mix of musical acts — and a healthy dose of Chilliwack — helped the Tri-Port Music Festival draw its largest crowd yet Saturday to this picturesque seaside resort.

“We still have to count up the receipts and tickets, but it seemed like we had 500 or more people,” said Dave Stevenson, promoter of the festival now in its third year.

The big draw was Chilliwack, which played a high-energy set of the many hits the group has charted since it was formed in 1970 — “We’re in the third year of our 40th anniversary tour,” founder Bill Henderson joked.

Dozens of festival-

goers flocked to the open area in front of the stage to dance throughout the set.

Chilliwack got off to a bit of a late start, partly due to sound-check issues, but made up for it by playing well past the scheduled closing time. The group even accommodated the crowd’s chants for an encore by coming back for a send-off tune.

Well before Chilliwack took the stage, fans were treated to a wide diversity of acts, all of which delivered in solid fashion.

Local singer-songwriter Richelle Andre opened with a solo set of original songs, her final live showcase before leaving later this month to record her debut CD in California.

The international trio Sugar Beetles, with members hailing from the Cowichan Valley, Alberta and Virginia, followed with a blend of country, blues and bluegrass-tinged folk.

The legendary folk crooner Valdy, technically co-headliner with Chilliwack, kept the crowd in stitches as he wove storytelling with songs, many of which were laced with improvised lyrics ad libbed on the spot.

Next up was the Impalas, a tight cover band that rocks numbers from the 1960s through the ‘90s.

Following the three acoustic acts, the upamped Impalas’ set was initially marred by sound issues, and several in the audience picked up their

lawn chairs to move to the back, away from the high volume. The sound quality was mitigated somewhat as the set went on, and the lessons learned were employed to good effect when Victoriabased CocoJafro followed with its funkified jazz fusion stylings.

Scotty Hills, a contemporary singer-songwriter, then showed off his roots-pop and soul stylings, backed by a combo that included a horn section.

Members of all the groups stayed afterward to meet visitors and sign merchandise at a tent erected alongside the event stage.

“It went really well,” said Stevenson.

“People seemed to have a good time.”

Counterclockwise from above: Scotty Hill performs during the third annual Tri-Port Music Festival at Cluxewe Resort Saturday; Karina Morin hits a high note in front of the Afro-funk fusion group CocoJafro; Port Hardy’s Richelle Andre addresses the audience following a song; Freya Cox of Port Hardy twirls a hula-hoop during the Tri-Port Music Festival; Bill Henderson of Chilliwack belts out a tune; Valdy interacts with the audience at Cluxewe Resort Saturday afternoon; Chilliwack performs under the lights during the festival; The Sugar Beetles — Kelly Girvan, Jeff Ellis and Reid Williams — perform a number.

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Shanna Laflamme of the Woodchuckers knocks second base from its moorings while trying to stretch a single into a double against Dustmen infielder Al Rushton Monday at Centennial Field.

Below left, Woodchuckers outfielder Matt Miller gets some hang time while going up to corral a fly ball.

Below right, Rushton stretches for a fly ball in front of teammate Richard Balcke.

August 16-18 Slo-pitch Annual OrcaFest tournament, Port McNeill. Centennial and Mantic Fields in Town, Hyde Creek Ballpark. Concession, beer garden. Finals Sunday at Centennial Park.

August 18 Swimming The Port Hardy Aquatic Centre will reopen following its summer closure. For information on hours, prices, classes offered or registration, call Port Hardy Recreation at 250-949-6686 or check the District’s website at www.porthardy.ca/ live/swimming-pool.

August 24-25 Drag racing North Island Timing Association hosts the final two Rumble on the Runway races at Port McNeill Airport.

Time-in heats 10 a.m., eliminations 1 p.m.

Stock cars Tri-Port Motor Sports Club hosts its annual Dust Bowl weekend.

Racing begins 7 p.m.

Saturday and resumes at 1 p.m. Sunday.

Concession, kids play area. Admission $5 adults, $3 youth, $2 children and seniors.

Fishing Annual Kelsey Bay Fishing Derby to benefit the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock.

Derby tickets August 30-Sept. 1 Slo-pitch Fred Donaldson Memorial Tournament in Port Alice.

Concession, beer garden. Finals Sunday afternoon.

September 7 Stock cars Tri-Port Motor Sports Club hosts points series racing at TriPort Speedway, 6 p.m.

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Woodchuckers dump Dustmen Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— The Woodchuckers solved their seventhinning issues against the Dustmen, and it earned them another shot at the Port McNeill Slo-pitch League title Monday evening.

John Klughart, Matt Miller and Randy Hunt each homered as part of a 20-hit attack as the Woodchuckers blasted the top-seeded Dustmen 18-6 in the league playoff finals at Centennial Park.

The Woodchuckers’ victory left each team with one loss in the double-elimination tourney and forced an “if-necessary” rematch Tuesday night, after the Gazette went to press. For the latest tournament results, visit www.northislandgazette.com.

In the two squads’ first meeting of the tournament, one week earlier, the Woodchuckers carried a 14-9 lead over the Dustmen into the seventh inning. But the Dustmen erupted for 22 runs in the top half of the inning to win in

Ivan Hall was 3-for-3 and drove in two runs, and brothers Keith and Richard Balcke each had two hits, including matching RBI doubles.

a laugher.

While the Dustmen completed their trip through the winners’ bracket to reach Monday’s final as the lone unbeaten team in the tourney, the Woodchuckers were forced to work their way through the loser’s bracket to earn their finals berth.

After spotting the Dustmen a single run in the top of the first inning Monday, the

Woodchuckers wasted no time shifting their offence into high gear.

Shanna Laflamme and Matt Miller each hit two-run doubles, Dustin Carmen added an RBI double and Hunt drove in a run with a ground ball as the club pushed ahead 6-1 in the bottom of the inning.

And that was just a taste of the onslaught to come. Carmen finished 4-for-4 with

three runs batted in; Hunt and Miller each drove in four runs; Laflamme went 3-for4 with three RBI and Jason Evans was 3-for3 with a walk and four runs scored.

Across the diamond, the Dustmen could not get any purchase.

They managed just two runs through the first three innings while the Woodchuckers were building a 10-2 advantage, and did not score

more than two runs in any inning.

And this time, when the Woodchuckers carried their 18-6 cushion into the seventh inning, there was no double-digit outburst.

The Dustmen instead went down 1-2-3 to set up Tuesday’s winnertake-all showdown.

Glenn Moore provided a bright spot for the Dustmen’s offence, going 3-for-4 with three runs and an RBI.

OrcaFest Tourney The Woodchuckers and Dustmen won’t have long to wait to get back into action following their Tuesday evening finale. Both teams will be among the entries in the annual OrcaFest Slo-pitch Tournament, which kicks off tomorrow evening and continues through Sunday’s afternoon’s finals.

Play will be held at three area fields — Centennial, located at the Community Hall; Mantic Field, behind the ice arena; and Hyde Creek Ballpark, which will be converted from a baseball diamond to a slo-pitch field for the weekend.

Centennial Park will serve as tournament headquarters and home of the beer garden.

The finals will kick off late morning Sunday at Centennial, with the A final set to begin at approximately 2 p.m.

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Local karate instructor belts up Gazette staff Local sensei Ivan DeToro added another notch to his belt recently, successfully testing for his Rokudan or sixth-degree black belt.

The new belt elevates the Bushido Shotokan Karate-do Academy Chief Instructor into vaulted ranks, making him the highest ranked practitioner in the art on Vancouver Island.

The sensei traveled to the University of North Colorado in Denver for a four-day seminar and testing at the start of August. Of the nine who tested for the belt, DeToro was the only successful candidate.

“It’s very hard to reach this level,” he said. “It takes a lot of

Left: Sensei Ivan DeToro speaks to students before last week's class. Above: The karate instructor gives a student some pointers on their front kick.

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dedication. You have to keep in shape — and be lucky (enough) to have no accidents.”

DeToro has been practising the martial art for around 40 years and teaching for almost 30.

“I train every day,” he said. “It’s very pleas-

ant for me to train; it’s my passion.”

To earn the Rokudan, DeToro first had to submit an essay. Then he had to perform a pair of katas — series’ of pre-determined moves demonstrating form and technique — in

is something like 7,000 feet — it was hard to keep breathing. The second guy was this 4th-degree (black belt), young, like 28 years old. He burned me out — but I never gave up.”

DeToro will be back

front of a panel of seventeen examiners.

Finally he had to complete a fifteen minute free-sparring session against a series of opponents.

“The free-sparring was a nightmare for me,” he said. “Denver

instructing regularly in September at the Karate-do Academy.

Classes begin in Sointula on Sept. 7 and in Port Hardy on Sept. 9 offering both beginner and advanced classes.

Classes then con-

tinue every Saturday in Sointula and every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in Port Hardy.

For more information on classes contact DeToro at 250-9498989 or email ijdetoro@island.net.

Fish derby nets big support Gazette staff This weekend saw the first return of the annual James Denton Memorial Fishing Derby in Port Hardy.

The event drew a field of 52 entries vying to land the biggest catch in the Area 12 fish-off.

After time was called at noon Sunday, the anglers and supporters made their way to the Fish and Game Club where prizes were awarded.

Port Hardy's Aren Kufaas defended the local honor, landing the

Sports Scoreboard Stock racing Tri-port Speedway August 10 Event points: No. Name Pts 77 Glen Day 106 44 Paul Weeks 94 7 Daniel Hovey 82 13 Brock Shore 78 26 Jared Breitkreitz 56 4 Bill Bent 27 Fast Time: 7

top spring salmon over the weekend, weighing in at 24lb and earning $300 for his efforts.

The second largest spring was not far behind, a 23lb fish caught by Hunter Hamel, also worth a $300 share of the $1,300 prize pot.

There was nothing to choose between the top two halibut for the weekend, both Wayne Morgan and Jake Monson bringing up a 25-pounder over the weekend. The pair took equal share of the $300

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Jessica Beckman earned a $100 payout for bringing in the top cod at 30 lb.

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CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN Alert Bay Sunday Services - 10 am Reverend Lincoln Mckoen 1-250-974-5844 Warden Flora Cook 250-974-5945 Warden Joan Stone 250-974-2234 11/13

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 4680 Byng Rd. Port Hardy Pastor George Hilton 250-949-8925 or 250-949-8826 “Everyone welcome�

Saturday Services 9:30am - Bible Study groups 10:45am - Worship/Praise service Wednesday @ 7pm - Prayer meeting Avalon Adventist Jr. Academy Offering Christian Education 250-949-8243

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North Island Church Services NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES Sunday Masses St. Mary’s Port McNeill: 9am St. Bonaventure Port Hardy: 11am St. Theresa’s Port Alice: Saturdays 5:00pm Alert Bay: 2nd & 4th Saturdays 10am Father Roger Poblete 250-956-3909

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PORT MCNEILL BAPTIST CHURCH 2501 Mine Road Sunday 9:45 am (Sept-June) - Sunday School 11:00 am - Worship Service 7:00 pm - Evening Fellowship Youth Group Wed - 7:00 pm Children’s Programs & Adult Bible Studies are scheduled throughout the year.

For information contact Pastor Dave Purdy • 250-956-4737 11/13

LIGHTHOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE • Chaplain Services • Bible Studies • Spiritual Counselling • Weekly AA Groups (8635 Granville St. Port Hardy) 250-949-8125

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

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ST. JOHN GUALBERT UNITED ANGLICAN CHURCH 250-956-3533 Email: gualbert@uniserve.com Sunday Worship - 9:00am Reverend Wade Allen All Welcome 175 Cedar Street Port McNeill 11/13

GWA’SALA-’NAKWAXDA’XW SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH at entrance to Tsulquate Village (8898 Park Dr) Saturday/Sabbath 10:00 am-Sabbath School 11:15 am-Worship Service Pastor Randy Elliott 250-230-1885 cell 11/13

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PORT HARDY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert St Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pm Tuesday Prayer 7:30 pm Midweek Biblestudies - Call the church for time and place 250-949-6466 Pastor George & Karen Ewald (home) 250-949-9674 E-Mail:pastorgeorge@providenceplace.ca 11/13

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

LEGALS

LEGALS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of John Terrance Mallory also known as John Terry Mallory and Terry J. Mallory, deceased, who died on April 21, 2013, at Campbell River, BC, are hereby required to send them to the undersigned Administrator, c/o Shook Wickham Bishop & Field, Barristers and Solicitors, 906 Island Highway, Campbell River, British Columbia, V9W 2C3, before the 7th day of October, 2013, after which date the Administrator will distribute the said Estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which it has notice.

Patricia Gail Booth, Administrator, c/o Shook Wickham Bishop & Field, Barristers and Solicitors, 906 Island Highway, Campbell River, BC, V9W 2C3.

CHILDREN’S MISCELLANEOUS

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

HELP WANTED

MARINE ENGINEERING Officers are required for various civilian positions with the Department of National Defence in Victoria and Nanoose Bay BC. Online applications only through the Public Service Commission of Canada website, Reference# DND13J008697-000069, Selection Process# 13-DND-EA-ESQ375697, Canadian Forces Auxiliary Fleet (CFAV). Applicants must meet all essential qualifications listed and complete the application within the prescribed timelines. http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/index -eng.htm.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board!

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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson,Alta.

CHILDREN’S MISCELLANEOUS

LEGALS

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that Capacity Forest Management of Campbell River, BC on behalf of Kitasoo Forestry Limited Partnership intends to make application to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNR), North Island – Central Coast District for a Temporary Permit for the purpose of Log Handling, file #1414099, situated on unsurveyed provincial crown land covered by water located in Nowish Inlet and Jackson Passage.

For more information or to make written comments, please contact: Wesley Cutting of CFM at (250) 287-2120, wescutting@capfor.ca, or Kathy Howard, MFLNRO, Lands Officer: (250) 956-5006, kathrynhoward@gov.bc.ca.

The review and comment period will last 30 days from August 8th, 2013. Comments will be received until September 7th, 2013. 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.

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• Huge Demand In Canada

www.canscribe.com info@canscribe.com 1.800.466.1535

Avalon is pleased to announce our Play School and Pre-school Program under the guidance of Miss Teresa Heare.

Avalon Adventist Junior Academy Is Accepting ECE children and Students For The 2013-2014 School Year.

Free Tuition for Kindergarten and New Students Grades 1-4.

Fifty Percent Discount for New Students Grades 5-6 Small classes, Family Atmosphere, Caring Teachers, French K-9, Spanish 8-9, Sports Program Provincially Accredited School, Teachers, and ECE Staff with a Safe, Caring Environment Where Learning Flourishes Holistic Approach Addressing the Intellectual, Emotional, Physical, and Spiritual Development of Students Come to a School that All Can Enjoy. Please call Clifford at 250-949-8243 or email wagonwoody2003@yahoo.ca

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 FOR AT HOME JOBS

HELP WANTED

ALL YOU NEED IN PRINT AND ONLINE bcclassified.com

EXPERIENCED BUCKERS and Rippers with current minimum Level 1 First Aid required for Heli Logging Projects.

Flights in and out of full facility camps paid for. Call 1-250334-9734 or 1-250-703-4132 to leave message.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

North Island Community Services Society is looking to fill the following position:

PORT HARDY CHEVRON is hiring 2 F/T, Pmt, Gas Bar Cashiers for 8905 Granville St, Port Hardy, BC, VON 2P0. $10.30/hr. Rotating shifts: day, night, weekends, Stat holidays. Duties: Greet customers, identify price of goods and receive payments. Wrap or place merchandise in bags and any other duty as instructed by the Manager.

Apply in person or email to: ss0992@chevronretail.ca QUATSE RIVER Hatchery requires labourers for our fall salmon broodstock activities.

Term is eight weeks, Monday to Friday. September & October. Candidates must be physically fit, able to work in an outdoor environment and are comfortable around water and rivers. Drivers licence, species identification are assets. Pay is $13.17/hr but could increase with qualifications. Please contact Ken Fuller, Manager at 250-949-9022 or email nvisea@island.net.

LABOURERS FACTORY laborers for 130 foot fishing vessel (factory trawler). Must be physically fit, no experience required. 604360-0169 sarahbuston@gmail.com

TRADES, TECHNICAL DALCON Construction LTD has openings for concrete forming carpenters, apprentices and labourers. Please email: (dalconconstruction@shaw.ca) or fax (250-743-5883) your resume to us. Competitive wages and benefit plan.

Be a Transit Bus Dispatcher from your home!

PERSONAL SERVICES FINANCIAL SERVICES

Hand-held radio supplied; work 12 hr per wk.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE STEEL BUILDING Sizzling summer savings event! 20x22 $4,188. 25x24 $4,598. 30x36 $6,876. 32x44$8,700. 40x52 $12,990. 47x70 $17,100. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS, Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

ANTIQUES/VINTAGE GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: it’s that simple.

Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER

PETS PET CARE SERVICES PET SUPPLIES Online! Thousands of products to choose from. Take 15% off your order with coupon code: SALE15 Sale runs till the end of August. www.petland.ca 1-855839-0555.

7175 HIGHLAND Dr. Port Hardy. 2520 sq ft 4bdr home.

2 landscaped lots joined. 2dr garage.

Walkout basement/suite. 250-949-8922 or www.island.net/~fishnet.

Asking $336,000.

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Providing Transit janitorial services clean buses for 4-6 hr per wk, flexible work schedule

Closing date August 23, 2013

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REGISTERED Siberian Husky Puppies (with blue eyes) 778-891-4556 www.vancouverhusky.com

In combination with:

Please forward resume to: North Island Community Services Society Box 1028, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 nicsbc@telus.net

PERSONAL SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Need CA$H Today?Snap Car Cash www.snapcarcash.com

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

875 Lanqvist - Hyde Creek Rancher on 2 acres, 3bdrm, 3 bath, hot tub, 40x30 shop wired & plumbed, full RV hookup, fenced back yard.

Priced to sell at $375,000.

Call 250-230-7340.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

NOW HIRING 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.

We currently have the following openings:

Saw Filer Chemainus Road Foreman Gold River Area Planner Campbell River Planning Admin Assistant Campbell River Heavy Duty Mechanic North Island Detailed job postings can be viewed at

PUBLIC NOTICE The District of Port Hardy has surplus equipment for sale. Viewing of the units is from Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm at the District Public Works Yard, 8900 Park Drive. Bid Forms will be available at the Public Works office.

Equipment is being sold on a “AS-IS, WHERE IS BASIS”. The District makes no claim as to the condition of the equipment.

• 1997 FORD F250 SC 4WDR – Salvage • 96 FORD CM274 MOWER COMES WITH MULCHING CUTTING DECK • 1997 OLYMPIA ICE RE-SURFACER Please submit your bid on the forms provided in a sealed envelope to:

http://www.westernforest.com/building-value/our-people-employment/careers

District of Port Hardy: Surplus Vehicle Bid

WFP offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package. If you believe that you have the skills and qualifications that we are looking for, please reply in confidence to:

The deadline for bids will be 4:00pm, Friday, August 30, 2013.

Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

All successful bidders must remove the equipment within 7 days.

Successful bidders will be notified by phone.

For more information contact: Trevor Kushner, Director of Operations 250-949-1523

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

FOR SALE BY OWNER

APARTMENT/CONDO

RECREATION

AUTO FINANCING

MARINA VIEW APTS & Townhouses.

Professional building. 3 bdrm & 2 bdrm available. 250-949-0192.

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

Spots available at Great Rates. Daily, weekly, monthly. Pool, Hot tub, exercise room, laundry, putting green, hiking, fishing, Pickle Ball Court.

Free coffee in one of the best clubhouses on the island. Nanaimo area. www.resortonthelake.com 250-754-1975 or

PORT HARDY Airport Rd 2 bdrm, quiet. NS. Refs. $550.

Avail Sept 1. 250-949-6319.

PORT HARDY Renovated 3 bdrm condo, secure building & caretaker on site. N/P, N/S. Avail. August 1. Heat & hot water incl. $750/mo. Ref. req.

Call 250-949-7085 leave message.

PORT MCNEILL MCCLURE APT’S.

New Management 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments. Competitive prices.

Call 250-956-3526.

SEAHAVEN APARTMENTS 7070 Shorncliffe St. Oceanview 2 bdrm suite.

Fridge/stove, balcony, blinds, private parking stall, locker, laundry on premises.

Quiet, adult building, non smoking, no pets.

References required.

Inquiries contact 250-230-1462.

TWO OCEANS IN COAL HARBOUR

Large fully furnished 2 bdrm Apartments include F/S, W/D, pots and pans, towels and linens. Clean, comfy, quiet, reno’d, repainted and upgraded.

Rural setting overlooking harbour. Satellite TV channels included ($90 value). Available Sept 1. $750 inclds hydro or $595 + hydro with a 1 year lease. 1-250-949-8855. More info at www.twoceans.com

admin@resortonthelake.com

SEASONAL ACCOMMODATION WINTER RENTAL available in Port Hardy - 2200 sq. ft. fully furnished house.

Avail. Oct 1-Mar 31, 2014.

Mature couple, non smoking, etc. $1200/mo. plus utilities.

Call 250-949-7112.

HOUSES FOR SALE Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse.

Perfect for recreational property or full time living.

Motivated seller $358,800.

Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land.

Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com

GREATER PORT Hardy area: Fully private, above ground, 1bdrm suite, newer ocean view home, across the street from beach. High ceilings. Hardwood. Tastefully furnished. No excessive drinking. Satellite TV. Avail Sept. 1st, $495. 250949-9970.

TOWNHOUSES PORT HARDY 3 bedrooms for rent. Available immediately.

W/D, new paint. Ref. req. Call 250-902-2226, 250-504-0067.

TRANSPORTATION AUTO FINANCING

PORT McNEILL. 5-BDRM Double-wide with basement, 5 bdrms, 2.5 bathrooms. View, private fenced yard. $159,900.

250-956-4009.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS FACTORY DIRECT Wholesale CSA Certified Modular Homes, Manufactured/Mobile Homes and Park Model Homes, We ship throughout Western Canada visit us online at www.hbmodular.com or 1-877-976-3737

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO PORT MCNEILL3 Bdrm townhouse, close to schools & hospital. Available Aug/Sept.

250-956-3440. www.portmcneilltown houses.yolasite.com Port Hardy, BC West Park Manor & Lindsay Manor 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.

Friendly onsite resident managers.

Lisa & Richard.

Call 250-949-9030 or email for info & pictures: wpark_lindsay@ cablerocket.com

1999 Damon Challenger Class A Motorhome, Ford V10, 33’, one slide, 92,000 km, new tires, brakes & batteries, $24,900 obo. (250)365-7152 Castlegar

MARINE BOATS

2003 Four Winns Fish & Ski Freedom 180 F/S,

fully serviced 4.3L VOLVO PENTA engine, removable side windows for more fishing room, tilt steering, removable seats with interchanging seat posts, rear entry ladder, front control for rear leg trim, full cover with anti pooling poles, electric motor off bow for fishing, custom matched trailer, Bimini top.

This is really a great boat!! $15,000 obo.

(250)354-7471 Nelson

24’ HARBOURCRAFT- loaded, new Garmin GPS, radar, fish finder, shrimp and crab pot puller, 4 stroke 225, 9.9 auxillary engine, 2 Scotty electric down riggers, new dual axle easy load trailer. $55,000.

Call for more details: (360)790-5733.

PORT HARDY Highland Manor •Bachelor •1bdrm furnished •1 bdrm suites References Call Jason 250-949-0192

COTTAGES

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

SUITES, LOWER

APARTMENTS FURNISHED PORT HARDY Well maintained 6-plex Great investment $385,000 Call Noreen 250-949-6319 imagine.it@cablerocket.com

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

PORT McNEILL: Hyde Creek furnished 1 bdrm suite, selfcontained with kitchen, private country setting.

Amazing ocean views, very clean, cozy & warm. Laundry, hydro, digital TV & wireless access incld’d. N/S facility. N/P. Ref’s req’d. Avail. Oct. 1 - May 31. $800./mo. 250-956-2737.

DOUBLE EAGLE. 17 Ft. Fiberglass. 120 HP Johnson, 8HP Evenrude 4 stroke w/ depth sounder, VHF radio, compass, 2 electric down riggers. Good condition. $11,500.

250-923-2328

MOBILE HOMES & PADS PORT MCNEILL Mobile Home Park Pads for rent.

Short walk to shopping, school & ocean. $283.00/ month Call 250-956-2355

Recreational Power Boat 36’ M.V. Soren.View Sat. July 20/13 at Newcastle Marina 1300 Stewart Ave. Nanaimo BC. Vessell will be out of the water.

Reserve price of $35,000;bids over reserve will be accepted.

smile... of the week.

Talia Child holds up the sign she made for the RCMP Musical Ride last week at Storey’s Beach.

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Black Press is proud to be an official sponsor for the 2013 Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock, with photojournalist Arnold Lim on the 22-member tour team as a media rider.

Follow Arnold’s personal story of training for the Tour and the ride itself at tourderock. ca under the blog posts, or on Twitter at @arnoldlimphoto.

ON TOUR: This year’s Tour de Rock begins in Port Alice on Saturday, Sept. 21 and ends Friday, Oct. 4 in Victoria.

Tour de Rock raises funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research and programs.

HELP OUT: Donations can be made at copsforcancer.ca FIND OUT: To catch up on all the Tour de Rock news, photos and videos, go to:

bclocalnews.com/ tour-de-rock

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Emotions ride high for the Tour No better motivation for officers than kids battling cancer Danielle Pope and Kyle Slavin

(Above) Victoria police officers Mike Russell and Marie Bourque, and Oak Bay police reserve officer Aubrey Blackhall (below) are part of the 2013 Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock team.

Black Press

Aubrey Blackhall has been pulling for Tour de Rock since he was in high school.

Each year from Grades 9 to 12, the Oak Bay High grad raised money and shaved his head to support the cause. Now, the 21-year-old reserve constable with Oak Bay police is getting an opportunity to ride.

“I was really nervous going into the selection process, because I knew that, as a reserve constable, maybe I wouldn’t have the kind of standing that other officers would,” says Blackhall, who has been a reserve officer for a year and a half.

“But it seems like what they really wanted to see was that your heart was in the right place.”

Blackhall’s heart is there. The young rider lost his grandmother to “an ugly, three-year battle with cancer” when she was only 63 – a loss that motivates him on this ride.

Victoria police Const. Marie Bourque has also seen the toll a disease can have on loved ones. In 2001, she learned her father was failing from frontal-lobe dementia and would lose most of his motor skills very quickly.

“Even though family is No. 1, caregiving is so tough,” says Bourque, 40. “My dad was 60 years old, which is young, but at least he had 60 years. Caregiving for a child – I just couldn’t imagine that, and what you’d have to go through.”

Arnold Lim photos/News staff

Tour de Rock is a fundraiser that benefits children living with cancer and their families, which helps the riders put things into perspective.

“We’re all here for the same reason: we’re all gunning for a cure,” says VicPD Const. Mike Russell. “I’m a huge believer of trying to get the kids to have some sort of normalcy when they go through their treat-

ment. This is about finding a cure for cancer. This is about not losing any more kids to cancer.”

Russell, 33, a father of three, says meeting kids who are going through cancer and are the same age as his children takes an emotional toll.

“I really want to get to know these kids we’re fighting for, their families, on a more personal level. To get to

Come and play with us!

The Playful Pacific White Sided Dolphin

know them will add another level of motivation for me,” he says.

Tour de Rock has raised almost $18 million for the Canadian Cancer Society since 1998 – money aimed to fund pediatric cancer research and support programs for kids and their families, like Camp Goodtimes.

“I get the most gratitude from helping people, and I want this to be the year that cancer ends. Whether or not that happens, I can help a lot of kids get to camp,” Blackhall says.

Bourque says she’s riding to support families who have to go through the emotions of seeing their child go through treatment.

“What’s not fair is that life has to strike any kids with illness. Kids just want to be kids. They want to move forward and not get stuck in all that,” she says. “They may have struggles, but you can’t see it on their faces. You might get tired (riding), but then you realize the effort you will put in. How could you not?

They are your inspiration.” news@mondaymag.com

Discover anD explore

Telegraph Cove!

Since 1980 the best kept secret on Northern Vancouver Island.

• The Island’s Best • Walk the Whale Watching Historic Boardwalk • Waterfront • Cabins, RV & Restaurant and Pub Camping Sites • Whale Museum • and much more!

For information and reservations: 1-800-665-3066 or 250-928-3185 reservations@stubbs-island.com

www.sTubbs-island.Com

Ride the Wave

August 16, 17 & 18 Port McNeill GAZETTE NORTH ISLAND

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Visit our Fun booth! enter for a chance to Win a Whale WatCh fOr tWO! have your picture taken with stubby the friendly Orca! then check it out on facebook the next day!

Colouring Contest and free tatoos for the Kids! have your kids entertained, plus we give away great orca toy prizes for the best colouring! check out fabulous orca themed merchandise from our gift shop!

www.stubbs-island.com DeDicateD to ethical wilDlife viewing, eDucation anD conservation

reservations@stubbs-island.com

1-800-665-3066 or 250-928-3185

Thursday, August 15, 2013

ORCAFEST… MAKING MEMORIES

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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory & Caramel Apples for OrcaFest!

Please visit the Marine Harvest barbeque at OrcaFest and enjoy a delicious salmon burger by donation.

Tables of bargains… Super Sidewalk Sale

A.L.S. BBQ

Don’t Miss Out!

Port McNeill Broughton Place

250-956-3126

Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm behind Subway

Looking forward to seeing you at the Orca Fest Show-n-shine August 17th!

Proudly serving the North Island for over 42 years!

DAVE LANDON MOTORS

250-956-2686

Ride your bike in the parade

All proceeds to the Harvest Food Bank

7150 Market Street Port Hardy (250) 949-6393 www.davelandonford.com

DL # 5507

Friday, August 16th • OrcaFest Invitational Slo-Pitch Tournament begins: Friday-Sunday

Saturday August 17th Time: 11am - 4pm • Downtown Port McNeill • CIBC “Run For The Cure” Pancake Breakfast: 8:30am-10:30am at CIBC • OrcaFest Parade starts at 11am: Commences from Sunset Elementary at 11am • OrcaFest Market begins at 11am - 3pm; downtown Port McNeill ~ Displays ~ Demos ~ Food Vendors ~ Crafters & Terrific Retail Therapy • OrcaFest Show and Shine at Gus’ Pub ~ 9am-4pm. Spectators free: registration 8am. Free per vehicle. Open to all vehicles • Book Sale with the Vancouver Island Regional Library: 10am-3pm • OrcaFest Invitational Slo Pitch Tournament & Dance • OrcaFest “Kids on the Harbour” ~ Bounce-A-Rama ~ Magical Faces Air Brushing Tattoos ~ Literacy Bus • Watermelon Eating Contest at IGA @ 12:30pm • Live entertainment with the Gate House Theatre in the OrcaFest Marketplace • Sidewalk Sales @ participating Port McNeill businesses. Check insert map for listings • Charity Fundraisers: Marine Harvest Salmon BBQ, “Run for the Cure” Pancake Breakfast @ CIBC bank and A.L.S. Hotdog BBQ @ Peoples Drug Mart.

Ride the Wave

Sunday, August 18th • OrcaFest Invitational Slo-Pitch Tournament Playoffs

In the event of rain, the Children’s Event will be moved to the Old School Gym,

WISHING ALL A GREAT FUN FILLED ORCAFEST WEEKEND

Enjoy Port McNeill’s OrcaFest CP LEAN GROUND BEEF

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GAZETTE NORTH ISLAND

FROM THE STAFF AT THE NORTH ISLAND GAZETTE

Port McNeill Mall 250-956-2881

Black Bear Resort & Spa

Food & Beverage Distributor

Encorp Return-It Centre 1979 Nimpkish Cres. Port McNeill

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~ Pedicures ~ Manicures ~ Waxing ~ Body Treatment ~ Facials ~ Massage

dults only fitness centre

Pool ~ Sauna ~ Hottub

1-866-956-4900 www.blackbearresort.net

Wishing everyone the best from YOUR North Island GM dealer for over 30 years.

9045 Granville Street

DEALER #7983

250-949-7442

From the Staff of the Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre…

We wish you a happy & safe OrcaFest

Enjoy OrcaFest & the many other activities Claire Trevena M.L.A. North Island 1-866-387-5100 Email: claire.trevena.mla@leg.bc.ca www.clairetrevena.ca

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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory & Caramel Apples for OrcaFest!

Please visit the Marine Harvest barbeque at OrcaFest and enjoy a delicious salmon burger by donation.

Tables of bargains… Super Sidewalk Sale

A.L.S. BBQ

Don’t Miss Out!

Port McNeill Broughton Place

250-956-3126

Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm behind Subway

Looking forward to seeing you at the Orca Fest Show-n-shine August 17th!

Proudly serving the North Island for over 42 years!

DAVE LANDON MOTORS

250-956-2686

Ride your bike in the parade

All proceeds to the Harvest Food Bank

7150 Market Street Port Hardy (250) 949-6393 www.davelandonford.com

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Friday, August 16th • OrcaFest Invitational Slo-Pitch Tournament begins: Friday-Sunday

Saturday August 17th Time: 11am - 4pm • Downtown Port McNeill • CIBC “Run For The Cure” Pancake Breakfast: 8:30am-10:30am at CIBC • OrcaFest Parade starts at 11am: Commences from Sunset Elementary at 11am • OrcaFest Market begins at 11am - 3pm; downtown Port McNeill ~ Displays ~ Demos ~ Food Vendors ~ Crafters & Terrific Retail Therapy • OrcaFest Show and Shine at Gus’ Pub ~ 9am-4pm. Spectators free: registration 8am. Free per vehicle. Open to all vehicles • Book Sale with the Vancouver Island Regional Library: 10am-3pm • OrcaFest Invitational Slo Pitch Tournament & Dance • OrcaFest “Kids on the Harbour” ~ Bounce-A-Rama ~ Magical Faces Air Brushing Tattoos ~ Literacy Bus • Watermelon Eating Contest at IGA @ 12:30pm • Live entertainment with the Gate House Theatre in the OrcaFest Marketplace • Sidewalk Sales @ participating Port McNeill businesses. Check insert map for listings • Charity Fundraisers: Marine Harvest Salmon BBQ, “Run for the Cure” Pancake Breakfast @ CIBC bank and A.L.S. Hotdog BBQ @ Peoples Drug Mart.

Ride the Wave

Sunday, August 18th • OrcaFest Invitational Slo-Pitch Tournament Playoffs

In the event of rain, the Children’s Event will be moved to the Old School Gym,

WISHING ALL A GREAT FUN FILLED ORCAFEST WEEKEND

Enjoy Port McNeill’s OrcaFest CP LEAN GROUND BEEF

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GAZETTE NORTH ISLAND

FROM THE STAFF AT THE NORTH ISLAND GAZETTE

Port McNeill Mall 250-956-2881

Black Bear Resort & Spa

Food & Beverage Distributor

Encorp Return-It Centre 1979 Nimpkish Cres. Port McNeill

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~ Pedicures ~ Manicures ~ Waxing ~ Body Treatment ~ Facials ~ Massage

dults only fitness centre

Pool ~ Sauna ~ Hottub

1-866-956-4900 www.blackbearresort.net

Wishing everyone the best from YOUR North Island GM dealer for over 30 years.

9045 Granville Street

DEALER #7983

250-949-7442

From the Staff of the Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre…

We wish you a happy & safe OrcaFest

Enjoy OrcaFest & the many other activities Claire Trevena M.L.A. North Island 1-866-387-5100 Email: claire.trevena.mla@leg.bc.ca www.clairetrevena.ca

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Thursday, August 15, 2013

Get your OrcaFest T-shirts All new “original design” T-shirt by North Island artist M. McQueen Smith $20 - available at the OrcaFest Market

BBQ

11am - 2pm Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory & Caramel Apples for OrcaFest!

Tables of bargains… Super Sidewalk Sale

A.L.S. BBQ

Port McNeill - Broughton Plaza • 250-956-3126

Come see the NEW Dodge Ram Trucks & RV’s Bill Howich Chrysler RV & Marine at the IGA Mall

Thursday, August 15, 2013

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OrcaFest Kids on the Harbour “Run for the Cure” Pancake Breakfast A.L.S. Hotdog BBQ Book Sale OrcaFest Gate House Stage OrcaFest Outdoor Market Slo-Pitch Tournament & Dance OrcaFest Show and Shine Salmon BBQ w/Marine Harvest Community Team

Check out local business sidewalk sales • Visions Learning Centre and Salon • ShopRite Marine • ShopRite Rona • Peoples Drug Mart

• Timberland Sport Centre • Bargain! Shop • Just Art • The Shed Outdoor Store

• Sassy Shears Salon • East of Java

Ride the Wave to Savings August 17

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Now carrying APPLIANCES & ELECTRONICS 1595 Broughton Boulevard, Port McNeill 250-956-3568

*Save the Tax Equivalent!

Plus FREE local delivery $ 60 value

Financing available O.A.C. *On all in stock furniture & mattresses

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Thursday, August 15, 2013

The Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce would like to extend our sincere “Thank you” to all of our OrcaFest sponsors!

PREMIER

KILLER WHALE

SEA LION

Special thanks to: Faye’s Upholstery, Harbour Signs, Strategic Natural Resource Consultants, General Properties, Top Island Traffic Services, K&K Electric

Port McNeill & District Chamber @ 250-956-3131 or www.portmcneill.net