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An Antarctic adventure Three young Yukoners had a life-altering experience visiting the bottom of the world.

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City worker Cameron Webber builds snow boxes on Tuesday in preparation for the International Snow Sculpture Challenge later this month at Shipyards Park. The city is looking for 25-30 stompers to pack snow into the boxes on Sunday night and Monday. Call 668-8660 to volunteer.

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ount Sima’s WildPlay summer adventure park might get a second lease on life this summer.

A group of local investors is working with Friends of Sima to find a way to get the adventure park open again.

It was closed last year after the previous society running the hill, the Great Northern Ski Society, collapsed under its debt load.

Friends of Sima vicepresident Rod Taylor said that investors have worked out a royalty-sharing agreement which will help cover the outstanding $400,000 debt that GNSS owes to WildPlay.

“About six months ago, the board of Friends of Sima were chatting and starting to talk about the long-term opportunity to keep Sima going,” Taylor said.

“I was the one that said, you know, until the WildPlay debt issue is dealt with, it’s going to be very hard to engage people because it’ll be the elephant in the room,” he said.

Taylor approached Northern Vision Development’s Rich Thompson and they came up with a shareholder plan to spread the debt between a number of investors.

It’s a bit of an unorthodox plan. The park’s value was carved into 12 investment shares, each worth $15,000. For all the investors who buy in, each will get one per cent of the royalties generated by the park’s operation.

Thompson agreed.

“We were looking for something a little more creative. We’ll take a small percentage of the summer revenue in exchange for putting up some money, which would allow us the potential to make some of our money back,” he said.

The business community has been very strong in its support of Sima, Thompson said, and many companies were feeling a little tapped out in terms of providing more straight-up

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A Fulda Challenge competitor traverses an obstacle at the WildPlay course at Mount Sima last winter. A group of investors, including Northern Vision, is buying the course from the Great Northern Ski Society.

sponsorship dollars.

There are two big advantages to this plan, he explained.

The first is that the group was able to get WildPlay to come on board and buy four of the investment units, which demonstrates their belief that the park will eventually be a viable business venture.

“They are one of the investment partners. Obviously if they’re prepared to not only accept a reduced amount of cash, but they’re also willingly taking units in the exercise, they are signaling their support,” Thompson said.

As of Tuesday, 10 of the 12 shares have been sold. In order to make the plan work, the group needs to sell its other two remaining shares.

The move will also allow the Friends of Sima to protect the adventure park assets at the hill.

The adventure park will be a leaner operation than it once was, said Taylor.

“It’s very unlikely that it’s just going to be open to the public seven days a week. Just as with Mount Sima, we lessened the number of days that it was opened, we reduced the number of staff, we’re doing the same model for WildPlay,” Taylor said.

“What you’re going to see is

us targeting a whole bunch of groups like city camps, and the rangers, and larger groups where you would know exactly the days they are coming, and we could combine that with Friday, Saturday and Sunday, maybe open to the public,” he said.

The Friends of Sima had a long haul to get this far with the hill. The whole mess started last year when the Great Northern Ski Society, which was still running the hill, asked the City of Whitehorse for nearly $800,000 to keep the hill running.

That didn’t fly, and eventually GNSS collapsed. It is still working on clearing out its debts so it can officially dissolve, and the Friends of Sima formed in its stead and raised money to save the ski hill.

By Taylor’s reckoning, it has been a huge success. The society has sold more than 900 seasons passes this year, nearly quintupling the previous seasonal record.

“Outstanding would not be too much of an embellishment,” Taylor said. “Food and beverage sales will both break records.

Notwithstanding a horrific deepfreeze, we’re looking very good for the rest of the year.”

Contact Jesse Winter at jessew@yukon-news.com

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Around and roundabout we go Jesse Winter

calming measures.”

As Vernon sees it, larger circles would allow more xhaust fumes and frustime and space for drivers to tration hang in the air enter together without risk as commuter vehicles of crashing. But that would inch along Lewes Boulevard require widening the roadway Tuesday morning. significantly every time the It’s 8:25 a.m. and the Rivercity wants to add a rounddale Rush is at its peak, with about. traffic backed up from HosSome of the city’s traffic pital Road all the way to Grey circles do work, Vernon said, Mountain School, and in both such as the large one at the directions along Alsek. top of Robert Service Way At the Nisutlin Road internear where it meets Hamilton section, mayhem ensues while Boulevard. drivers try in vain to negotiate But unfortunately down at through the roundabout. Nothe bottom of the street, next body seems to know exactly to the S.S. Klondike, things how to do it. are not so good.

Some cars nose gingerly “I once saw someone try forward, hoping for a break to turn left through that in the lineup. Others charge, circle,” Vernon said. Like most forcing their way in. One roundabouts, mistakes there brave little subcompact tries to squeeze past the yellow are common.

Jesse Winter/Yukon News enormity of a school bus on “That happens a lot,” said Traffic backs up during rush hour at the roundabout at Lewes Boulevard, Nisutlin Drive and the inside, mounting the inTuck.

Teslin Road in Riverdale on Tuesday morning. side asphalt curb.

“People want to be the It doesn’t work. Both drivGood Samaritan, but you roundabout like a carnival fic. With a traffic circle, that We really need more educaers gesticulate wildly. don’t stop in a roundabout. If ride queue, with everyone doesn’t happen, and because tion,” the mayor said.

Roundabouts: chances are you have to stop, or you want taking their turn to enter. everyone is moving in the “There are a lot of emoif you live in Whitehorse, you to be a Good Samaritan, stop same direction, those crashes Vehicles often stopped in the tions about them. I know have an opinion of them. before you enter,” he said. middle, clogging the entire inthat do still happen cause there are some people who are The city has been using When you do enter, make tersection, sometimes yielding the circular traffic devices for pretty adamant that they don’t much less damage. sure to do it slowly. Yield to And, by keeping the major- to other drivers incorrectly. want them, that they suck, but almost a decade now, but it drivers who are already in the Whitehorse resident Mifor me personally I think they ity of vehicles rolling instead seems that many Whitehorse roundabout.

Drive counterchael Vernon knows exactly of stopping and starting, residents still don’t know how are great at improving the clockwise around the circle what that looks like. Vernon traffic flow and keeping emis- traffic circles reduce gas conto drive through them propand always – Tuck emphasized grew up circling the U.K.’s sumption.

Accelerating from sions down,” Curtis said. erly. this point – use your rightroundabouts and is a self-dea full stop uses almost 40 per There is a lot of science To address this, the city’s turn signal to indicate when scribed “survivor” of Halifax’s cent more fuel than speeding backing up Curtis’ words, as administration placed newsyou plan to leave.

That way, notorious Armdale Rotary. up from a slow roll, according city engineer Wayne Tuck paper ads this week and other drivers waiting to enter As folklore tells it, that horto Transport Canada.

For a explained. printed brochures entitled “All rendous pair of side-by-side will know what you’re up to street that sees 4,000 cars per Roundabouts, when used About Roundabouts,” offering traffic circles – with their own and can enter from the other day, that means over 15,000 properly, have been shown a gentile reminder to drivstop lights, no less – trapped litres of extra fuel is burned to reduce serious crashes in side without having to wait ers that, among other things, one unlucky driver for three per year for every additional intersections, improve traffic until you’ve completed the please don’t ever stop in the days, until she ran out of gas. loop. flow and cut down on carbon stop sign put in place. roundabout.

“Roundabouts are great,” But to reap these benefits, emissions.

Tuck said he plans to print Mayor Dan Curtis agrees Vernon said, “but WhiteThe majority of vehicle col- all drivers must actually use that many drivers don’t know about 2,000 of the brochures, horse’s roundabouts are too what they’re doing in the cir- lisions occur at intersections, roundabouts correctly. but they can also be downsmall, and they’re in the On Tuesday morning in and the most dangerous ones cular intersections. loaded from the city’s website are head-on or T-bone crashes Riverdale, the confusion over wrong places. They’ve been “It’s the way we’ve always and saved on mobile devices. used in some places – like resulting from a vehicle trying roundabout rules was clear. driven here, and I think it’s Contact Jesse Winter at 6th Ave – as misguided traffic jessew@yukon-news.com Many drivers treated the the way we’re always going to. turn left into oncoming trafNews Reporter

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Second Peel lawsuit announced Jacqueline Ronson

“The Yukon government’s new plan will allow substantial development in critical parts of he Gwich’in Tribal Council the Peel watershed, threatening has announced its intention Gwich’in’s continued connecto sue the Yukon government tion to this sacred area.” over its handling of the Peel land In 2011 a planning comuse plan. mission recommended that 80 It will be the second lawsuit per cent of the Peel watershed launched by First Nations over should be protected from new the government’s new plan for roads and development and the region.

20 per cent should be open for “Despite the Gwich’in’s resource industries. good-faith participation in this The four affected First Naprocess, the Yukon government tions, who initially asked for 100 has drastically and unilaterally per cent protection, agreed that re-written the operative elethis was an acceptable comproments of the final recommended mise. plan, significantly reducing the But last month the Yukon protections for the Peel wagovernment released its own tershed,” according to a press plan for the Peel, which opens release from the council. up 71 per cent of the area to new News Reporter

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mineral staking. The government says that stricter environmental rules in most of that area will ensure that it stays wild.

The First Nation of Nacho Nyak Dun and the Tr’ondek Hwech’in filed a lawsuit against the government last week, arguing that the commission’s plan is the only legal plan for the watershed.

The Gwich’in Tribal Council’s legal action will support the suit of the other two First Nations and will be based on the council’s unique legal relationship to the Yukon government, according to the press release.

The council is based in Inuvik, N.W.T. It represents Gwich’in people in the Mackenzie delta region of the Northwest

Territories.

The Gwich’in have lived off the land in the Peel watershed for millennia.

The right of Tetlit Gwich’in Council, based in Fort McPherson, to participate in a land use plan for the Peel watershed is described in the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement signed in 1992 with the governments of N.W.T. and Canada.

While most of the Peel watershed is in the Yukon, the river eventually flows into the Northwest Territories and into the Mackenzie Delta before dumping into the Beaufort Sea. On its way it flows by the communities of Fort McPherson and Aklavik.

Last week community members in Aklavik, Fort McPherson and Inuvik rallied in protest of the government’s plan.

Residents of Aklavik organized a petition and delivered it to Yukon Premier Darrell Pasloski last week.

“The Peel River flows right around our community,” the petition reads. “It is our source of drinking water and has many other values that are important to us. We are thinking beyond any short-term benefits and looking long term for our future generations.”

The petition was signed by 124 people in the small community of about 600 residents.

Contact Jacqueline Ronson at jronson@yukon-news.com

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Congratulations to Tennis Yukon’s head coach Jan Polivka on obtaining his Tennis Canada Coach 2 certification! Special thanks to Department of Community Services Sport and Recreation Branch and Tennis Canada for their support of this significant achievement.

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en Sanders doesn’t normally jump out of helicopters, especially when they are hovering a few scant metres above an American mountainside.

But last weekend, he did just that while retrieving the payload of YuKonstruct’s high-altitude camera balloon that launched from Whitehorse on Thursday.

He and his inventor friends never guessed the balloon would travel so far.

“We precisely weighed everything, and based our calculations on wind speed and direction.

Our prediction was that it would cross into B.C. and land near Atlin Lake. It surprised everyone by being nearly twice as long and nearly twice as far,” he said.

Most people’s idea of “calculations” involves maybe a smartphone calculator, a pad of paper and at least a little guestimating.

For Sanders, it’s a little more than that. He used to work for NASA. “I have some experience in that realm because I used to work for MD Robotics, working to help rebuild the CanadaArm after Columbia crashed. This felt just as exciting as those experiences, in particular because it was a small team,” he said.

The balloon was launched from Yukon College, carrying a payload of two GoPro cameras, weather and temperature gauges and a GPS beacon. It was part of a collaboration with the school’s Cold Climate Innovation centre, and a way to boost awareness of the YuKonstruct group’s idea of creating a shared creative workspace in Whitehorse.

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This video still from the space balloon’s GoPro camera shows the curvature of the earth from over 100,000 feet. The cooler carrying the cameras and GPS unit was recovered 44 kilometres east of Juneau, Alaska.

space at 100,000 feet before the balloon burst. Then the package parachuted back to Earth, carrying stunning images of Northern Canada from the edge of the great beyond.

But a few minutes after lift off, the spacecraft’s GPS went silent.

That was expected, Sanders explained, because civilian GPS units stop transmitting above 20,000 feet. Even so, waiting for it to come back online was more than a little tense.

“There was this Mission Control sort of moment where we were all sitting around the computer screen and there was this ‘ping.’ We threw our arms in the air, but then we realized exactly where it was,” he said.

It came down 281 kilometres south of Whitehorse and 44 kilometres east of Juneau, Alaska, landing on a mountainside overlooking a glacier.

“At least it didn’t land in the ocean,” Sanders said, laughing.

That set off a somewhat epic quest to retrieve the capsule.

Whitehorse’s Capital Helicopters had agreed to donate a flight to Atlin to pick up the package, but with it landing on American soil, things became a little more complicated.

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That’s how Sanders found himself about to leap out of a helicopter in the American coastal mountains.

“We had to perform what’s called a toe-in where the front tips of the helicopter’s skids dig into the mountainside, and while it remains in a fully-powered hover, you jump out, pull in the payload and climb back in,” he said.

Once back in Whitehorse, Sanders presented a video of the payload’s flight and its adventurous retrieval as part of YuKonstruct’s research, innovation and commercialization workshop on Tuesday night.

There were gasps and cheers as the audience watched footage taken from the edge of the atmosphere.

The whole spectacle was a way to help get the YuKonstruct project off the ground, Sanders said.

“After our makerspace open house, we thought, let’s try and keep the momentum up. We’re having a lot of progress on that.

“YuKonstruct has formed a board and become a non-profit.

The idea is that YuKonstruct will ultimately become a funnel towards the Cold Climate Innovation folks for productions.

We can be a space where people come up with ideas and designs, and then they can go to CCI for help with commercialization and production of Yukon-made products,” he said.

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Fracking committee hears from critics and industry Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter

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he Yukon legislative assembly’s committee on the risks and benefits of hydraulic fracturing wrapped up two days of public presentations over the weekend.

Several experts on the controversial method of natural gas extraction shared their knowledge with the all-party committee on Friday and Saturday.

Representatives from the Fort Nelson First Nation also came to speak about their experience with the shale gas industry.

“It’s come with a huge environmental cost,” Lana Lowe, the director of lands and resources, said in an interview this week.

“It’s widespread across the landscape, it’s going to change the landscape forever. It affects the land, the water, the air. It affects the animals, and it affects the people.”

The First Nation didn’t have a chance to have a public conversation about the risks and benefits of the shale gas industry before it set up shop, she said.

“It was sort of put in through the back door as just another gas tenure and just one more road, and just one more pipe and just one more well.”

There was no discussion of hydraulic fracturing and what it could mean for the area, said Lowe.

Now, hunters and trappers carry water with them onto the land because they are afraid to drink the water from the rivers and streams, she said.

They worry about the health of the plants and the animals who Fisheries and Oceans Canada

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EFLO Energy’s Kotaneelee gas field in southeast Yukon. The company says fracking will add 50 years to the site’s production.

have no choice but to drink the water.

They are stopped by industry security guards on roads on the way to their hunting grounds, said Lowe.

They worry about the trillions of litres of water permanently removed from the water cycle each year, she said.

“Our people are afraid that the water cycle is going to be impacted, unbalanced, and that the muskeg is going to dry up and the river is going to dry up. And the effects of that on the beaver and the moose and the fish and the other food and medicine that we need to be Dene and Cree

people is in jeopardy because of that.”

Yukoners must understand what the environmental impacts will be and decide if the potential economic benefits will be worth it, she said.

If the territory decides to allow shale gas development, it should regulate industry strongly, manage water carefully and cautiously plan the allowable limits for development, she said.

“I love the Yukon and I love visiting the Yukon. I would hate to see happen there what has happened here.”

Two companies with oil and gas interests in the Yukon also

made presentations to the committee.

EFLO Energy Inc. owns a majority stake in the Kotaneelee gas field of southeast Yukon, home to the territory’s only producing gas wells.

“EFLO is here for the long term and would like to develop the significant shale gas resource that we feel exists in Southeast Yukon,” states the company’s presentation document.

There are between five and 10 years worth of conventional gas left, and potentially 50 or more years of shale gas production after that, company representatives told the committee.

Contact Jacqueline Ronson at jronson@yukon-news.com

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It is the shale gas production that would require the use of hydraulic fracturing.

Northern Cross Yukon Limited is currently focused on exploration, and has no plans to frack in the near term, according to that company’s presentation.

However, it would like that method to be a possibility when the company is at the stage where fracking would be useful.

The presentations went very well and were very informative, said Yukon Party MLA Patti McLeod, who chairs the committee, in an interview this week.

McLeod did not have much to say about what pieces of information were particularly interesting or surprising. She also did not comment on whether or not the presentations swayed her one way or the other on if hydraulic fracturing can be done safely if properly regulated.

Other committee members declined to comment because they have been told that the chair will speak on behalf of the committee.

The committee must present recommendations to the legislative assembly by the end of the coming spring sitting.

Before then it will host public hearings in Old Crow, Watson Lake and Whitehorse, said McLeod.

The committee may visit other places as well if the communities express an interest, she said.

Documents from last week’s presentations are available on the Yukon Legislative Assembly website. Transcripts from the proceedings are expected to go up online in a week or two.

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Man sentenced in teenager’s death Ashley Joannou

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He was driving recklessly and fast on the dirt road, prosecutor Keith sentencing hearing had to be Parkkari said. moved into a larger courtWhen one passenger yelled to stop, room to make space for grievMagill slammed on the breaks. The ing members of the Ross River truck slid past the end of the road. community, still coping with the After going into the water, the current sudden drowning of a 16-year-old pulled it even deeper. girl.

The surviving group originally told It was supposed to be in Ross River police it was one of the teenagers who earlier in the week, but weather kept had been driving the truck, not Magill. court officials from getting there. So They were concerned for Magill family members drove about 400 km because he had a young child, Parkkari to Whitehorse for the Friday hearing. said.

Katelyn Sterriah was 16. She A friend of Sterriah’s was arrested wanted to learn to play the guitar and and charged. She would spend four the drums. She died in 2012, a passen- days in custody before the real story ger in a truck that drove off the end of came out. a dirt road and into the Pelly River.

In a statement, Sterriah’s older sisFour people escaped, but Sterriah ter Victoria called her “the cutest child, drowned. transforming right before my eyes into On Friday, the driver, 25-year-old a beautiful young lady.”

David Magill, was sentenced to 25 The family had a grieving gathering months in jail after pleading guilty to and Magill was there, the sister wrote. dangerous driving causing death and “He acted as if he’d done nothing obstruction of justice. He originally wrong.” lied to police about what happened.

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sister’s death.

“How long were they planning to keep this a secret? Were they ever planning on telling the truth? How can they disrespect my family’s trust at this time?”

Michael Medcalfe said his daughter touched the hearts of many. “Where is my daughter Katelyn’s freedom to walk and talk and finish her life’s journey?”

Before he was sentenced, Magill stood and apologized for what happened and for the lie after the fact.

“I’m not the kind of person who would lie,” he said. “I’m not sure what was going through my head at the time.”

The crowd in the courtroom represented both Magill’s and Sterriah’s family. Sterriah’s sister has a daughter with Magill, the court heard.

Both the Crown and defence lawyers supported the 25-month sentence.

The sentence takes into consideration Sterriah’s death, Magill’s consumption of alcohol, and the fact that a minor spent four days in custody for a crime she did not commit, Parkkari said.

It also considers Magill’s young age,

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his lack of a criminal record, the guilty plea and his remorse. “It’s not difficult to appreciate the devastation of Katelyn’s family,” Judge Karen Ruddy said.

The court can do nothing to bring the young girl back, she said.

When a plea bargain has been reached, a judge can only change a deal if he or she believes the sentence goes against public interest or would bring the administration of justice into disrepute, she explained.

Plea bargains can only succeed if the accused believes that in most cases a judge will follow them. Across the country, sentences for dangerous driving causing death range from a conditional sentence to two and a half years, she said.

With the time he has already served, Magill has 10 and a half months left in his 25-month sentence.

He will be on probation for two years after the fact and prohibited from driving for one year.

“In many ways it is beyond the power of court to make this better,” Ruddy said at the end of the day.

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Dawsonite’s moose confirmed as world record Jesse Winter News Reporter

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t’s official. Dawsonite Heinz Naef ’s enormous moose rack is the new world record.

Naef shot the bull moose back in September. At the time, he suspected the animal’s antlers might be a record, but had to wait two months for the rack to dry before he could confirm it.

“Thankfully they didn’t shrink much at all, because we had such a good fall with lots of moisture,” Naef said.

In order to confirm the record, Naef and his hunting party, eight guys in total, drove the antlers to Reno, Nevada last month to be officially measured.

He said the rack caused a little bit of a stir at the border.

“At the U.S. border, a fish and wildlife officer came out and just had to look at it.

And a normal border guard came out, and he got on the

Brian Naef photo

Heinz Naef, fourth from left, poses with his hunting party in Reno, Nevada in January.

Naef’s moose antlers, hunted in the Stewart/Yukon River confluence, were confirmed as the world’s largest.

radio and said, ‘You guys have to see this.’ The next thing we knew we had 10 or 12 people standing around looking at it,” Naef said.

The official score, which

Now that the results are bona fide, Naef said he’s been getting offers from collectors and buyers across North America offering him between $50,000 and

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Man dies after being found in snow A 24-year-old Whitehorse man has died after being found in a snowbank near McLean Lake road.

RCMP received a call at about 10 a.m. Saturday from someone who had spotted the man by a snowmobile trail, according to a

includes a number of factors including total width, number of points, and the quality of the antlers, was 263 and 1/8th. The previous record was 261 and 5/8th.

media release.

RCMP, bylaw officers and paramedics travelled to the scene and found the man.

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He was taken to Whitehorse General Hospital. RCMP were later informed that he had died.

The coroner has ordered an autopsy and will continue to investigate the incident.

The RCMP do not suspect foul play.

The man’s name is not being released at this time.

$100,000 for the rack.

That’s a princely sum and, depending on who buys them, the horns could one day adorn the walls of numerous hunting shops or museums.

While there’s obviously only one real set, Naef said it’s become popular for stores like Bass Pro Shop to make replicas of recordsetting racks.

Naef and his hunting party bagged the bull this past fall, near the confluence of the Stewart and Yukon Rivers.

Naef said he hasn’t made any decision about what he’ll do with the rack yet, or whether he will sell it. First he wants to make sure that the eight guys who helped him bring the 560 kg bull down get a chance to enjoy the rack as well.

“I’ve heard from lots of collectors, and they’re all telling me to take my time.

So I will,” he said.

Contact Jesse Winter at jessew@yukon-news.com

This is the second death of someone found lying in the snow in Whitehorse in less than a month.

Pelly Crossing man Robin Sam, 33, was found dead on January 13 near the pedestrian trail on Two Mile Hill.

His body was sent Outside for an autopsy. The coroner has not yet confirmed the cause of death.

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Some facts about fracking

in 2012, which examines hydraulic fracturing in the United States, ydraulic fracturing, a process says “the production of shale gas used to tap into deep natural and specifically the associated hygas and oil reservoirs, is a common draulic fracturing operations, have not materially altered the total industry practice that has been GHG emissions from the natural used safely in Canada for many gas sector.” decades.

Over time, we can expect techIn British Columbia, about 90 nology and innovation will further per cent of the wells drilled are hydraulically fractured. In Alberta, reduce emissions intensity in Canada’s energy sector, including that number is 70 per cent. the development of natural gas.

In the Yukon, the prospect It is also important to note of using hydraulic fracturing to natural gas is the cleanest-burning develop natural gas is recent. So fossil fuel. Used in power generait’s only reasonable people have tion, it burns about 50 per cent questions about what this means cleaner than coal and has far fewer to their territory. sulphur dioxide and particulate To address those questions, scientific research and the experi- matter emissions. In the U.S., carbon dioxide emissions from ence of Alberta and B.C. can be energy use were the lowest in 20 instructive. years in 2012, according to the Hydraulic fracturing is part of Energy Information Administrathe process necessary to recover tion, partially as the result of innatural gas and oil from deep unconventional reservoirs in shale creased natural gas use to generate electricity. and tight sand. The technology Other concerns about hydraulic was developed in the 1940s and has helped to produce natural gas fracturing are the additives used in fracturing fluid and drinking throughout North America.

Today, most horizontally drilled water protection.

Fracturing fluid consists of wells use multi-stage hydraulic fracturing, which means the hori- about 98.5 per cent water and sand. The remainder is chemical zontal leg of a well is fractured in additives serving a number of multiple intervals. After a well is purposes such as reducing friction fractured, it can produce natural and preventing bacterial growth gas for up to 30 years, typically inside the well. Disclosure of fracwithout having to be fractured turing fluid additives is mandatory again.

One concern is the greenhouse in B.C. and Alberta and can be found online at FracFocus.ca. gas emissions associated with A growing body of independhydraulic fracturing compared ent scientific research indicates to more conventional extraction methods. The difference, however, hydraulic fracturing is safe. A 2011 MIT study, examining the is small.

U.S. context, states that “with over A report commissioned by 20,000 shale wells drilled in the Natural Resources Canada states last 10 years, the environmental “lifecycle GHG emissions of record of shale gas development natural gas produced from shale has for the most part been a good resources are only slightly higher than those of natural gas produced one.”

A 2012 report by the UK Royal from more conventional sources.”

The report states GHG lifecycle Society and Royal Academy of Engineering, meanwhile, says emissions from natural gas from evidence indicates the risks of shale are 3.8 per cent higher than the weighted average (the weight- fractures from shale formations reaching overlying aquifers is “very ed average includes all forms of low,” provided fracturing takes natural gas). place at depths of several hundreds A study published by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology or thousands of metres.

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This is typically the case in Western Canada, where natural gas-bearing shale formations are 2,000 to 3,000 metres below the surface.

Hydraulic fracturing is a controlled, planned process, completed by highly trained professionals, that’s subject to effective government regulations.

For example, regulations in B.C. and Alberta require companies to report any release of fracturing fluids into the environment.

In the unlikely event of a release, companies must take action to remediate the incident.

In addition to regulations, natural gas producers have implemented voluntary operating practices for hydraulic fracturing that apply nationally. Industry’s safety record has been strong as a result.

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groundwater sources. The practices also support disclosure of fracturing fluid additives and development of fracturing fluid additives with the least environmental risks.

And they commit member operators to measuring and disclosing water use with the goal of continuing to reduce industry’s effect on the environment. We encourage governments to adopt these practices in regulations.

It is important people in the Yukon have all the facts as they

participate in the important discussion about natural gas development in their territory.

Should the Yukon decide to allow the development of natural gas, it is our goal to develop this resource safely, reliably and in an environmentally responsible manner – as we do in Alberta, B.C. and wherever else we live and work.

Alex Ferguson is vice-president of policy and environment for the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers

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Robots of the North controls of a D9 Cat. Another good thing about these jobs was that they were very difby Keith ficult to automate or outsource to Halliday Asia, unlike many blue-collar jobs in the manufacturing plants of Ontario. You can’t drive a mining truck in a Yukon pit if you’re living in Mumbai.

Until now, that is.

This is the second in a series of columns looking at “big picture” technological shifts. Today’s topic is f you look at the photo of the robots and drones, and their poten1956 graduating class on the wall tial impact on the North. at F.H. Collins, there is just one boy We’re not talking about robots beside 10 girls. A member of the like C3PO in Star Wars. Instead, Class of ‘56 joked to me recently think of robotic mining trucks that all the boys quit school to make driving themselves from pit to mill big money working up and down without ever calling in sick or going the newly opened Alaska Highway, on strike. Or exploration drones where demand was high for mebuzzing over Yukon mineral formachanics, drivers and miners. tions under the control of pilots in Good blue-collar jobs driving Alabama or Hanoi. truck or operating mining equipYou might laugh at the idea of ment have allowed generations of the robot mining truck. A friend Yukoners to pursue middle-class in Australia has seen one, however, lifestyles. At the same time, a host and told me they drove so precisely of white-collar occupations from that they were rutting the road. An finance to administration opened algorithm to introduce human-like career opportunities for Yukonweaving had to be introduced to ers who couldn’t be trusted at the spread the traffic over the pave-

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Roger Rondeau Utility Consumers’ Group

This way out Government of the Yukon: Please accept the Peel River Watershed’s Planning Commission’s plan.

Please quit advertisements and quit spending money including court costs on promoting your unpopular plan.

You are forcing people (First Nations) to spend their money in the courts rather than on their people.

If you are looking for a way out, you could say that you put your plan forward as you believed it to be the best plan for the Yukon, however, since the plan is against the Constitution you are cancelling

making recent law graduates work all night.

As these technologies mature, the pressure to use them will be highest in remote locations where high labour costs and extreme weather make it harder to deploy human workers.

So what does this mean for the Yukon? It’s a classic case where economists can avoid coming to a conclusion by citing a range of pros and cons.

For the most affected occupations, one can already see the impact. Repeatable tasks like driving a mining truck on a prescribed route or matching invoices can already be done by robots. Machines are also getting more reliable, and require fewer people to maintain them.

Their capabilities will keep growing as sensors and control technologies get better and cheaper.

However, the shift will also create many opportunities just as the replacement of the horse-drawn carriage by the automobile created huge numbers of jobs unknown in 1880.

If you’re a current student at F.H. Collins, you might be wise to sign

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Share your Internet issues There will be an open public meeting regarding NorthwesTel Internet and bandwidth issues, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. at the CJUC studio in Shipyards Park. The building is right beside the river, at the Frostbite Office meeting room, behind the parking lot and skating park.

Anyone with concerns or problems with NorthwesTel’s phone or Internet service is encouraged to attend.

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ment.

As for drones, Amazon and Domino’s Pizza are both experimenting with flying delivery drones. While these still may be in the publicity stunt stage, one can see where this is heading. Google has recently invested billions in a string of acquisitions around robots, drones and remote sensing technologies.

This is not just a blue-collar phenomenon. A lot of those white collar jobs in finance and administration are disappearing too.

The typing pool is already history. The days are numbered for finance people who process purchase orders and match invoices and payments. They aren’t needed when employees are using a web-based procurement platform or corporate purchasing cards.

In human resources departments, computers are pre-scanning resumes or tracking vacation days and benefits. Even lawyers are feeling the pinch, as firms outsource basic legal activities to India and use “electronic discovery” technologies to read thousands of pages of documents for evidence instead of

your plan and accepting the commission’s report. Thank you.

Watershed Regional Land Use Plan tells me that the Yukon government is not serious about the agreements Gayle Moffatt they have signed with respective Whitehorse First Nations.

Further to this, I do not see the A valued connection rush in developing this area at this moment. Yes, I recognize by virtue It’s Friday, and my much-lookedof residing in the Yukon, much of forward-to copy of the Yukon News what I have comes from other parts has arrived in my letter box. of the world and my consumption As a longtime Yukoner until has an impact on the world and August 2012, the News keeps me requires resource extraction. in touch with the place and people However, as the world continues I miss. I read letters to the editor to develop at an exponential rate, first to see what issues Yukoners are it becomes ever more important to concerned with, and the classifieds our ecosystem to save the areas that to see who is being born, married have been relatively untouched, not and passing on. only for Yukoners but for future The sports pages allow me to generations and the world as a keep in touch with “kids” I used to whole. know, to see how they are comFundamentally, our economy ing along in life. Those kids, like functions as a subsystem to our Chelsea and Jenna Duncan, are now environment, and just as your accomplished adult athletes sucgovernment speaks of constraints ceeding in life. How exciting. needed because of economic realI thank my dear friend who has ities, our environment is currently given me this gift of continued connection with a place that is still under strain and it is our economic development that needs to be conimportant to me. strained.

I recognize this will mean living Lynn Martin with less, and am in agreement with Victoria, B.C. certain constraints that will need to be made if the protection of the We need to live with less Peel is to go ahead.

Yukoners and affected First As a non-First Nations person, it Nations have already voiced clearly was my hope that the Yukon could their desire to keep the Peel prehonour our agreements with First dominantly undeveloped. ReflectNations and be a model to the ing on this, it is my hope that the rest of Canada as to how to work current government will follow with First Nations partners in a its democratic duty and listen to sincere way. However, the decision what the majority of Yukoners have already stated to the planning comto go forward with the recent Peel

mission.

I would urge the government to think carefully about moving forward in implementing the recent regional land use plan for the Peel watershed, as this will not only be devastating for the ecosystem in that area, but may also ruin the great progress we have made with our First Nations partners.

This in turn may lead to years of litigation, which will not only be costly economically, but also more basically ruin relationships between First Nations and non-First Nations partners.

Michael Buurman Whitehorse

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The impact on the economy of the North is especially hard to predict. Will mining companies in 50 years operate mines in Nunavut like they would on a space asteroid, with zero local staff? Or will living in the North become even more attractive as drones do the hard work outside in -40°C (assuming Silicon Valley engineers figure out how to make them work in Yukon weather)?

Perhaps an enterprising Yukoner will invent the first driveway-shovelling drone and get rich.

People can debate whether these developments are “good” or “bad.”

Regardless of your point of view, it seems likely that it is inevitable that we will have a lot more drones and robots in our future. It is probably also true that this trend will affect everyone, although some will be winners and others losers.

Keith Halliday is a Yukon economist and author of the MacBride Museum’s Aurore of the Yukon series of historical children’s adventure novels.

You can follow him on Channel 9’s Yukonomist show or Twitter @hallidaykeith

one deposit could open the region to many others, as transportation opportunities lower the cost of extracting lead-zinc, uranium, copper, nickel and coal believed to be buried in the region. Transportation routes will carve up the landscape, interfere with animal migration and irrevocably tame this great wilderness.

Having had the opportunity to paddle the Bonnet Plume River with a group of students from the National Outdoor Leadership School, I can share my firsthand experience of the value of wild places and rivers. The Peel’s mountain landscape encompasses 68,000 square kilometres (or 14 per cent of the Yukon Territory), and within its boundaries flow a constellation of big, wild rivers that is unmatched on the planet: Snake, Wind, Hart, Bonnet Plume and many more.

Through boreal forest that cloaks the shores wander four separate caribou herds (including the largest intact group of woodland caribou anywhere). Plenty of other superlatives can define the land – numbers of threatened species, size of nesting grounds, health of carnivore populations – but to trot out such statistics misses the point. The Peel is wild.

I ask you to reconsider the Yukon government’s blatant disregard for the value of First Nation land claim agreements, intact wilderness habitat, international tourism, wild rivers and the research and recommendations of a constitutionally mandated environmental protection process which protects and gives value to Canada’s wilderness heritage.

I wanted to express my disappointment with Yukon government’s land use plan for the Peel River watershed.

Despite seven years of research and consultation following a constitutionally mandated process under the Umbrella Final Agreement and Yukon land claims agreements, the Yukon government has made the choice to unilaterally ignore the proposed recommendations to protect as much as 80 per cent of the Peel River watershed from industrial development, road development and mineral staking.

The Yukon government plan to open up to 71 per cent of the region for mineral and oil and gas staking will require the building of roads, bridges and possibly railroads in Janie Ringham this wilderness. The development of Victoria, B.C.

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Northern B.C. gives a taste of what’s to come Open letter to the Tourism Industry Association of the Yukon: I wanted to share with you some of my recent thoughts and experiences on the Alaska Highway. We drove down south to Vancouver Island January 11, 12 and 13. I was wondering if TIA was aware of the very heavy traffic between Ft. St. John and Ft. Nelson?

I drove the same highway two years ago and at the time, I thought it was busy with industrial traffic. This was by far worse.

The LNG trucks, the business trucks and the nature of the highway made for some interesting nail biting! This and the expanded gas flares and access roads along the highway.

I beg you to drive it and discover it for yourself. I think the Yukon should be concerned.

I also understand that the B.C. government is aware of the many deaths and injuries on that same piece of highway.

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I honestly wish in hindsight that I filmed our drive down.

Things are changing in Northern B.C. and fast. Northern B.C. has been likened to the tar sands of northern Alberta. See for yourself.

asking you to reverse your decision and leave a legacy you can be proud of. There’s more to life than money.

Ian P. Smith Whitehorse

Deeply disgruntled

Kate Moylan Haines Junction

Open letter to Premier Darrell Pasloski: I am writing to try and convey Open letter to Premier Darrell my sense of utter betrayal by your Pasloski: government in the case of the This is to let you know how Peel watershed. disappointed I am with your I have lived in this beautiful decision on opening the Peel territory for 30 years. I think I watershed to development. am like many Yukoners in that I You’re destroying what makes the try to keep reasonably informed Yukon so special. It’s one of the about issues such as those surlast places in Canada that hasn’t been dissected with cut lines and rounding land use in the Peel watershed. quad trails.

However, I now see that over Your idea of having restricthe past seven years I was falsely tions on ATVs in sensitive areas reassured by the fact that there is delusional. I’ve seen the areas around Whitehorse that are sup- was a public commission steering posed to be restricted. It doesn’t the fate of the Peel. This commission did its job well and came up work and you know that. with a fair and balanced comYou clearly aren’t listening promise. Where I was naive was to your constituents. You’re not believing the reigning governserving us, you’re ruling us, which isn’t very democratic, and ment would actually value and follow the wishes of its citizens. we’re paying your salary! I am

Keep the Peel intact

ways, rather than risk befouling them with widespread mining (and no doubt, if you have your way, fracking), and then having to pay millions to clean them up?

Progress doesn’t come through tearing up the land for the purposes of making money in the short term – unless greed is your sole aim. Progress comes though valuing and protecting the land.

We have such a unique opportunity in the Yukon to do this, for we still have wilderness land to protect!

I can’t count the number of times I’ve heard you and your colleagues utter words to the effect, “We want to hear the opinions of you, the citizens of the Yukon.” The Yukon government website even states, “Have your say. We want to hear from you….”

To that I reply, “Hogwash! We, the people of the Yukon, had our say. Our say was relayed to you through the Peel Land Use Planning Commission, but you and your government have blatantly disregarded our wishes.”

You do so at your peril. You forget that you were voted in, and you can be voted out.

A deeply disgruntled and angry Yukoner.

I cannot find words strong enough to convey how devastating I find your blatant disregard for the democratic process. (The word perfidy, however, comes to mind.)

I will not discuss the many issues surrounding this topic except for two points I wish to make. First, the truly wild places on Earth, such as the Peel watershed, are fast disappearing.

Their rarity alone demands that we treasure and protect them, not only for ourselves, but for future generations.

As your government’s arguments seem to centre on dollars and cents, you might do well to consider that as much or more money will eventually come into Yukon coffers through tourists worldwide willing to pay big money to enjoy the beauty and peace which you seem so anxious to destroy, than will ever come through mining.

Secondly, there is the looming water crisis. It seems a given that water shortages are soon to be upon us, some say to the extent that future wars will be fought over water. Might it not pay in the long run, if money is your bottom Patti Nash line, to protect our pristine water- Whitehorse

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Good Keystone data doesn’t drain political swamp Massive proposed pipeline remains a slow-motion policy sink hole.

Bruce Cheadle Canadian Press

OTTAWA he Conservative government received some much-needed good news this week in the form of the U.S. State Department’s massive and benign final assessment of the proposed Keystone XL pipeline.

Ever since Stephen Harper called American approval of the $5.4-billion pipeline from Alberta to the U.S. Gulf Coast a “no-brainer” back in September 2011, a lot has been riding on the eventual vindication of the prime minister’s thinking.

By January 2012, Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver had elevated pipeline politics – and the diversification of the country’s foreign energy markets – to “an urgent matter of Canada’s national interest.”

Throw in the steady stream of Canadian supplicants to Washington on the Keystone file, a multi-million-dollar government ad campaign aimed at U.S. decision makers and consumers and, most recently, Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird’s impolitic push for U.S. President Barack Obama to make up his mind, and the whole saga is taking on the aura of a slow-motion policy sink

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With 2014 shaping up as the year the Conservatives need to find some pre-election traction on their bedrock – dare we say, keystone – energy policies, the State Department assessment buttresses many of the government’s long-standing arguments.

“The benefits to the U.S. and Canada are clear,” Oliver said Friday after the pipeline study was released.

“We await a timely decision on this project.”

He’d best not hold his breath.

Eight other U.S. federal agencies have 90 days to comment on the State Department report and the president can then ruminate for as long as his political calculus deems necessary.

“The file has been caught up in a political dynamic that goes beyond a rational exchange of numbers,” said David McLaughlin, a former president of the National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy and chief of staff to Finance Minister Jim Flaherty.

Certainly the environmental movement is talking past the State report as though it was just another partisan news

release.

“If President Barrack Obama truly wants to be able to tell his kids he did everything he could to combat climate change, then he must reject this pipeline because it is a fuse to one of the largest carbon bombs on the planet,” Mike Hudema of Greenpeace Canada said in a release late Friday.

The report says nothing of the sort.

Against that incendiary rhetoric, the Conservative Party of Canada responded with its own jeering web advertisement Friday within minutes of the State report’s release.

“Now American billionaires are using their wealth to attack our oil industry,” says the minute-long Conservative ad.

“The distortion of facts and hysterical fear-mongering has to stop.”

The ad was apparently in response to U.S. billionaire Tom Steyer, who has been a vocal opponent of Keystone XL. And so while the State report should give the Harper government critical credibility on a key file, the benefits may be diluted in a political swamp.

Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau, a supporter of the Keystone project, said the State

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report shows opposition to the pipeline “is not scientific, it’s political.”

“It is a failing of our prime minister to actually make a proper case for the Keystone XL pipeline by demonstrating that you cannot separate the economy and the environment.”

New Democrats, who oppose Keystone, made much the same allegation.

“The Conservative government’s bumbling approach to oil sands development has given Canada a black eye and hurt our relationship with our closest ally,” said NDP energy critic Peter Julian.

What is emerging is a consensus among pipeline supporters and detractors alike that the Harper government’s take-no-prisoners approach to promoting energy extraction has built a cage of its own.

McLaughlin is among those who note that Canada hasn’t provided Obama much of an incentive, let alone political cover, to act.

If the president has “punted,” the Keystone decision – to use Harper’s recent description – the prime minister has repeatedly punted regulations on oil and gas sector emissions his government first promised in

2007.

Conservatives have also torched some environmentalists as being akin to terrorists, reduced environmental assessments and loudly derided an NDP cap-and-trade proposal as a job-killing tax grab.

Against that stands a U.S. State Department report that, in McLaughlin’s assessment, is “good news for the (Keystone XL) project.”

“There’s now a clear environmental impact assessment on emissions and climate that shows it’s not as negative as many environmental groups have pointed out,” he said.

“But until and unless we can turn the Obama administration to Canada’s corner in terms of making a positive argument that will cause the president some (domestic) political difficulty ... we have to look back over the years and say, have we invested enough political capital in return?”

McLaughlin sees it as a rhetorical question, given the current impasse – a question the State Department report can’t answer.

“In that sense, I don’t think anything politically has changed from yesterday to today.”

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Canadian dollar may fall to 85¢ this year

‘That should bring a smile to exporters and some domestic retailers, but will markedly raise the price of travelling abroad and put a serious dampener on cross-border shopping enthusiasts.”

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TORONTO atch for the loonie to lose more of its luster this year, according to two well-known bank economists.

Craig Alexander, chief economist for TD Economics, warned recently that consumers could see the Canadian dollar slide as low as 85 cents US by mid-year – a level it hasn’t closed below since May 2009 – if the current environment continues.

He said factors that have impacted the currency so far this year, from an increasingly dovish tone from the Bank of Canada to tapering of monetary stimulus by the U.S. Federal Reserve, will continue to drag down the loonie.

“TD Economics expects that the factors which have taken the Canadian dollar lower are unlikely to shift over the next year or so,” wrote Alexander in the report, titled The Call of the Loonie.

“Canada’s economy is forecast to underperform the United States, interest rate hikes remain quite a ways off and the outlook for commodity prices is pretty flat, on average.”

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loonie have led the currency’s fall to a four-year low. “(Poloz’s) messaging has led markets to believe that the Bank of Canada will not be raising interest rates for quite some time and that the bank is very comfortable with a weaker loonie,” Alexander said.

Although a loonie worth less than 90 cents US may be a shock to some, it is still far from what the currency was valued at about a decade ago, said Alexander.

“To put this in perspective, a 90cent Canadian dollar is lower than earlier in the economic recovery, when Canadian travellers and cross-border shoppers enjoyed a currency at par with the U.S. dollar,” he said.

“But, it is worth remembering that it is still a far cry stronger than the decade from 1993-2003 that the loonie spent below 80-cents U.S. – at its worst reaching a low of 62 cents in 2002.”

Senior economist Benjamin Reitzes echoed the same sentiment in a separate report for BMO Capital Markets, forecasting that the Cana-

dian dollar will fall to 87 cents later this year.

The loonie rose slightly Thursday, ending the day up 0.10 of a cent at 89.56 cents US. Both reports also predicted that although the loonie will decline in the next few months, it has an opportunity for a small rebound back to the low 90s in the latter half of the year if there are no low inflation induced rate cuts by the Bank of Canada.

“Since governor Poloz took the helm at the bank, each statement has become more dovish than the last,” Reitzes said. “He can’t go much further down that road without easing policy and markets are pricing in slight odds of a rate cut this year.”

These outlooks were some of the lowest loonie forecasts issued so far by a major bank. Most economists

had previously predicted that the currency would fall to around 90 cents this year, although it broke through that level earlier this week.

The Canadian dollar has seen its value against the U.S. dollar drop more than 10 cents over the past year. The fall has come amid moves by the U.S. central bank to scale back its stimulus measures, which has led U.S. bond yields to rise.

Meanwhile, the dovish tone on interest rates from the Bank of Canada has had the opposite effect, and has driven bond yields in Canada lower.

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“It’s clear that markets have soured on the loonie. Until expectations for commodity prices turn higher or the Bank of Canada changes gears toward more hawkishness, the risk is tilted toward more weakness than expected,” he said.

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Annie Avery and Grant Simpson celebrate the release of their new album, Two Piano Tornado, with shows at the Old Fire Hall on Thursday, Marsh Lake on Friday and Mount Lorne on Saturday.

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hearsal before playing together. They prefer what Avery calls “spontaneous combustion.” here’ll be no sitting still when “When we do a gig, it’s, ‘What do Annie Avery and Grant Simpyou want to focus on?’” Simpson says. son bring their two pianos into “We both know a lot of piano stuff three venues this week to launch their between the two of us and we each long-awaited CD Two Piano Tornado. have our area of expertise, so there’s The two Whitehorse-beloved tons of crossover. Like Annie’s really musicians, grooving in New Orleans good at New Orleans stuff, she’s got jazz style or igniting a ragtime tune by all the little rolls, all the little nuances.

Jelly Roll Morton, will spark a dance So it’s really fun.” in any pair of feet.

“And he’s got the fastest left hand Avery and Simpson are both in Canada!” Avery interjects, adding accomplished musicians in their that Simpson is an expert in stride mid-fifties with multiple recording and in songs from the 1920s. projects. Two Piano Tornado, their They continued the spontaneous first recorded collaboration, is a lively approach in the sessions at Old Crow ride through 10 jazz standards and Recording, run by Bob Hamilton (Avone original song. Tucked in after ery’s partner) out at Wolf Creek. a spirited rendition of “Don’t Get “We’ve got so many tunes it’s Around Much Anymore,” Simpson’s overwhelming, so for the recording “I’m Gonna Name My Gypsy Wagon session we just went and played,” AvAfter You” is a lilting tune that disery says. “It’s almost like Grant would solves slowly and sweetly like taffy. say, ‘Do you know “All the Things You The title for the compilation was Are”’ and we’d say ‘Yea, let’s try it!’ So a simple choice. Avery and Simpson we played a tune three or four times. have used “Two Piano Tornado” as a Then if there was a take worth taking, moniker for a Frostbite Festival stint we took it.”

A few vocal tracks were overin 2010 and a Fats Waller Tribute in dubbed, but all piano tracks are 2011, among other gigs. original takes.

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“People who have to do fortyeight tracks, it’s hard work to get anything that sounds spontaneous.

This recording sounds happy,” Avery explains.

The two have wanted to record together since they first performed together in 2009. They met in the mid-1980s at a tourism industry association conference in Fairbanks.

Simpson played saw and banjo, and Avery played piano in one number and put on snowshoes as part of a comedic can-can dance in another number.

Over the years, they began to know each other’s work, but it took time. Simpson works as a full-time musician and directs the Frantic Follies vaudeville shows each summer, a role he’s thrived in since 1980. Avery runs a full music-teaching schedule, records with multiple Yukon artists and plays live shows practically every week of the year. Avery has also played with the Frantic Follies part-time for the past two seasons.

“We couldn’t hang out together much because usually when Annie’s playing somewhere I’m playing somewhere,” Simpson says. “Sometimes we could catch part of each other’s show.

But we like playing together and we like each other.”

Like all committed jazz musicians, they respect the original versions of songs that have become standards, but they don’t try to recreate someone else’s version.

“Between the two of us we’ve probably heard thousands of tunes, both live and recorded,” says Simpson.

“But then there’s a way that I do it when I play it, and there’s a way that Annie plays it, and between the two is how we play it, so it really is that kind of collaboration.”

Both musicians record original songs with others – Simpson with Whitehorse’s folk singer-songwriter Kate Weekes, and Avery with Dawson City’s harmonica-and-guitar player George McConkey, to name just two examples.

The Two Piano Tornado combo will do more originals in a future recording, but for now, there are so many tunes to honour by making them different every time, Avery adds.

“So we should play the very best of music. And not everybody should presume, because they’re creating music, that it’s any good.

“If you look at a list from all the

tunes that were popular, let’s just say in 1942, you could go through thousands of semi-OK tunes that made the charts until you could find five or six that would stand out as lasting music.

So when you look at the plethora of bad songwriters that we have today, there might be half a song in a year that would stand out as good music.”

The music-drenched conversation could go on. And it does, each time Avery and Simpson perform. Both ooze knowledge and passion for ragtime, swing, stride, jazz and more.

Ask Grant Simpson sometime about seeing the Toshiko Akiyoshi and Lew Tabackin Big Band for the first time, or Annie Avery about hearing Henry Butler in New Orleans over the years. Or just head to one of the CD release concerts and shout out a request, and get a double-keyboard response.

Two Piano Tornado plays at the Old Fire Hall this Thursday, at Marsh Lake Community Centre on Friday and at the Mount Lorne Community Centre on Saturday.

The shows all start at 7:30 p.m.

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Meg Walker is a writer and visual artist in Dawson City.

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Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death ‘epitomizes the tragedy of drug addiction’ Sandy Cohen Associated Press

LOS ANGELES hilip Seymour Hoffman suffered from a chronic medical condition that required ongoing treatment. An admitted drug addict who first sought professional help more than two decades ago, Hoffman apparently succumbed to his illness with an overdose despite a return to rehab last March.

A father of three with a thriving career, the Oscar winner died Sunday with a needle in his arm and baggies of what appeared to be heroin nearby. New York City medical examiners were conducting an autopsy on Hoffman’s body Monday as investigators scrutinize evidence found in his apartment, including at least four dozen plastic packets, some confirmed to have contained heroin.

His death, which came after a long period of sobriety that ended last year, “epitomizes the tragedy of drug addiction in our society,” said Dr. Nora Volkow, director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

“Here you have an extraordinarily talented actor who had the resources, who had been in treatment, who obviously realized the problem of drugs and had been able to stay clean,” she said, adding that Hoffman’s case shows how devastating addiction can be.

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does on heart failure, doctors say: Both can be fatal without consistent care. And while rehab may be part of treatment, it’s no antidote. Amy Winehouse and Cory Monteith had both been to rehab before eventually dying from overdoses.

“Addiction is a chronic, progressive illness. No one can be cured,” said Dr. Akikur Reza Mohammad, a psychiatrist and addiction-medicine specialist who works as a professor at USC’s Keck School of Medicine and is founding chief of Inspire Malibu Treatment Center. “If someone is suffering from addiction, they cannot relax at any time. The brain neurochemistry changes… so these people are prone to relapse.”

The younger a person begins using drugs, the more likely he is to develop an addiction, Volkow said. Hoffman wasn’t specific about his poisons when he told CBS’ 60 Minutes in 2006 that he used “anything I could get my hands on” before cleaning up with rehab at age 22.

He said in interviews last year that he sought treatment for heroin addiction after 23 years of sobriety.

Addiction causes chemical changes in the brain that remain long after a person stops using the substance, said Volkow, who described the condition as “a chronic disease with a very long duration.” Abstinence or substitute medication is often required

to prevent the addict from losing control around his desired substance.

And just as someone who hasn’t ridden a bike for 20 years will still know what to do with a bicycle, an addicted brain exposed to its drug – even after a long break – will relapse to its old levels.

Studies have replicated this in animals, Volkow said: “Give them a tiny amount and they immediately escalate to same levels of drug taking as before” – which is why addiction is considered a chronic disease and overdose is common.

Hoffman’s “is a story that unfortunately is not infrequent – to have an individual who takes drugs in (his) 20s and stops for 20 years relapse in (his) 40s and overdose,” she said.

It’s not clear what motivated the actor’s return to drugs and what, if any, ongoing treatment he received after his rehab stint in 2013.

Director Anton Corbijn, who was with Hoffman at the Sundance Film Festival last month to promote the film A Most Wanted Man, said Hoffman’s death “came as much as a shock to me as to anyone else I’d imagine.” He said that when he spent time with the actor two weeks ago, he “seemed in a good place despite some issues he had to deal with,” but Corbijn did not elaborate.

Hoffman spoke to The Associated Press about the film at the

everything about your personal life, or they’re gonna project that also on the work you do.”

Because addiction has a genetic predisposition, celebrities are as likely as anyone else to suffer, though working in a field that may be more tolerant of drug use can increase a person’s chances.

“Addiction does not discriminate, the same way high blood pressure and diabetes do not discriminate,” Mohammad said, adding that 100 people die in the U.S. each day from drug overdoses. Those numbers are increasingly fueled by prescription painkillers, which tend to be opiates, like heroin.

Recovery from drug addiction Seth Wenig/AP Photo A makeshift memorial is seen is possible with treatment, lifestyle changes and awareness, docMonday outside the buildtors say. They may recommend ing where the body of actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was inpatient rehabilitation for up to found in New York. Hoffman, six months, followed by ongoing therapy and self-help meetings, 46, was found dead Sunday such as those offered by 12-step in his apartment. programs. While intensity and festival, where he was dogged by type of treatment vary according paparazzi but otherwise calm. to individual needs, Volkow said The actor, who could transform continuous treatment over five so convincingly into such varied years has yielded the best results characters on stage and screen, in studies so far. was generally a private person – “Continuity of care improves something he said went with the outcomes for individuals who are job. addicted to drugs,” she said, add“If they start watching me (in ing that it can be a “graded aproles) and thinking about the fact proach” that changes with time. that I got a divorce or something “But you need continued awareness of the possibility of relapse. in my real life, or these things, I don’t think I’m doing my job,” he No matter how long you’ve been said in the 60 Minutes interview. clean, if you take the drug, you’re “You don’t want people to know at high, high risk of relapse.”

Yukon Fisheries Field Assistant Program (Fish Tech)

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This program provides training necessary for fisheries-related field work with prospective employers such as First Nations, government agencies, environmental consulting companies, or Yukon River Panel Restoration and Enhancement projects.

The coursework for this program is delivered in two components: The first portion is nine weeks of online learning, followed by a 10-day field camp, where the “hands-on” portion of the course will be taught.

The Department of Highways and Public Works, Property Management Division, invites current or prospective commercial landlords to a lunch-time information sharing session.

What you will learn: • Yukon fish species and fish habitats • Yukon fisheries management under Land Claims • Traditional, local and professional knowledge in fisheries • Assessing fish populations and restoring fish habitats

Property Management will provide information on the Yukon Government’s leasing standards and on the procurement process of long-term leases. Procurement Services will provide an update on procurement practices.

How you will learn: • Online readings, quizzes, activities, audio / video files • “Hands-on” field work • Completing a fisheries field project

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Yukoners Teah Dickson, left, Kaitlyn Obstfeld, and Shyloh van Delft explored the Antarctic as part of the Students on Ice program.

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The vessel found itself caught between two storms.

“You don’t eat for three days here’s a reason why the and you just sit there in the stretch of water is nicklounge looking out the winnamed the Drake Shake. dow,” Obstfeld said. “Trying The swells were 30 feet high to focus on the horizon, but and the ship was hitting a you’re seeing sea, sky, sea, sky.”

30-degree tilt.

At one point during the “Pretty much all of us were “shake,” Obstfeld, along with wearing motional sickness fellow Yukoners Shyloh van patches and taking Gravol like Delft, 19, and it was candy,” says 23-year-old Teah Dickson, 16, Kaitlyn Obstfeld. stood on the deck She was one of three Yukon- to do an interers who experienced the shake view with reportfirst-hand when they travelled ers back home. to Antarctica this winter as part “We basically of the Students on Ice program. had one hand on the sat phone and The Drake Passage is a one hand on the 1,000-km body of water between the most southern tip of railing. You’re just trying to focus,” Obstfeld said.

South America and the most “And not fall over the rail,” northern point of the Antarcvan Delft added. tica peninsula. Its storms are The Students on Ice program nothing to be scoffed at.

The trip through the passage takes students from high school the first time was a pretty calm and university on expeditions to either the Arctic or Antone.

“The Drake Passage is nick- arctic. Since 2000, more than named either the Drake Lake or 2,500 high school and univerthe Drake Shake. We had fairly sity students from 52 countries calm seas going down so it was have participated, according to organizers. considered Drake Lake,” said The Yukoners first flew out Obstfeld. of Whitehorse and to Toronto.

But when the ship had to They made their way down come back through to head to Buenos Aires, the capital of home, things had changed.

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Argentina, and from there to the city of Ushuaia in the most southern part of the country.

By December 30 they were on a ship with students ranging from 14 to 38 years old.

The ship would spend nine days at sea exploring the region.

“It’s one thing to read about it. It’s another thing entirely

And they were showing off.

“The real show was the orca whales. They were teaching their young how to hunt.

We were actually seeing them chucking a leopard seal up to the sky. They didn’t kill it, they were just chucking it up and teaching their young how to hunt,” Obstfeld said.

“We saw them actually hunting the minke whales too. It was crazy, we’d see a couple of minke whales – they have smaller fins – and then these big orca fins going by.”

The trip itself was not cheap. The group estimates it to go down and experience it,” would have cost them about van Delft said. $11,000 each if they had to pay Students are guided onboard for it on their own. by a range of professionals Dickson was one of five including everything from uni- Canadians to receive a scholarversity professors to historians. ship. Obstfeld and van Delft But most of the education relied on fundraising and comcame from the first-hand expe- pany sponsorship to help cover riences. their costs.

Obstfeld said the group saw Van Delft, who’s from Tagmore activity in the wildlife ish, said she is particularly then organizers have ever seen grateful for her community’s before. support.

In one particular bay, four “Pretty much the whole different whale species were community there sent me on spotted. my way,” she said.

“This is something you’ll never forget. I definitely want to go back now. There’s so much more to see and do. It’s not just a big piece of ice anymore.”

Everyone agreed it was worth it.

“It’s opened up all kinds of other opportunities. We’ve been connected to people who have the same interests, who have achieved amazing things, and they’re going to help us get to where we want to go,” van Delft said.

After effectively swapping poles – the furthest they travelled was 64 degrees south – the experience was clearly memorable.

“To see this untouched and vast environment down there – it’s an amazing ecosystem that’s full of life. But then again it’s so sensitive,” Obstfeld said.

The trip was the next step for both women when it comes to their education. Obstfeld recently graduated from the University of Calgary with a degree in environmental sciences. Van Delft, who will be graduating Grade 12 in a month, has plans to become an ornithologist.

Dickson is already dreaming of going back.

“This is something you’ll never forget. I definitely want to go back now. There’s so much more to see and do. It’s not just a big piece of ice anymore.”

Contact Ashley Joannou at ashleyj@yukon-news.com

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Vodka responsible for high death risk in Russian men risk of death.”

Alcohol has long been a top killer in Russia and vodka LONDON is often the drink of choice, ussian men who down available cheaply and often large amounts of vodka homemade in small villages.

– and too many do – have an Previous studies have esti“extraordinarily” high risk of mated that more than 40 per an early death, a new study cent of working-age men in says.

Russia die because they drink Researchers tracked about too much, including using 151,000 adult men in the Rus- alcohol that is not meant to be sian cities of Barnaul, Byisk consumed like that in colognes and Tomsk from 1999 to 2010. and antiseptics.

They interviewed them about Drinking is so engrained in their drinking habits and, Russian culture there’s a word when about 8,000 later died, that describes a drinking binge followed up to monitor their that lasts several days: “zapoi.” causes of death.

Peto said there was some The risk of dying before evidence of a similar effect age 55 for those who said they in Russian women who also drank three or more half-litre drank heavily but there was bottles of vodka a week was a not enough data to draw a shocking 35 per cent. broad conclusion.

Overall, a quarter of RusThe study was paid for by sian men die before reaching the U.K. Medical Research 55, compared with 7 per cent Council and others. It was of men in the United Kingpublished online Thursday in dom and less than 1 per cent the journal Lancet. in the United States. The life Other experts said the Rusexpectancy for men in Russia sian preference for hard liquor is 64 years – placing it among was particularly dangerous. the lowest 50 countries in the “If you’re drinking vodka, world in that category. you get a lot more ethanol in It’s not clear how many that than if you were drinkRussian men drink three ing something like lager,” said bottles or more a week. Lead researcher Sir Richard Peto of David Leon, a professor of Oxford University said the av- epidemiology at the London School of Hygiene and Tropierage Russian adult drinks 20 cal Medicine, who has also litres of vodka per year while studied the impact of alcohol the average Briton drinks in Russia but was not part of about three litres of spirits.

“Russians clearly drink a lot, the Lancet study.

He said changing drinking but it’s this pattern of getting patterns in Russia to combat really smashed on vodka and the problem was possible but then continuing to drink that that it would take a significant is dangerous,” Peto said. cultural adjustments.

“The rate of men dying “It’s not considered out-ofprematurely in Russia is totally order to drink until you can’t out of line with the rest of Europe,” he said. “There’s also function in Russia,” Leon said.

“It just seems to be part of a heavy drinking culture in being a guy in Russia that you Finland and Poland but they still have nothing like Russia’s are expected to drink heavily.”

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Drop-in guests should show some consideration

by Judith Martin

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MANNERS DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am old enough to recall when guests came first. Drop-ins might have been unexpected, but never unwanted or unwelcome. The family made accommodations as if they had been invited — even if guests got most of the meal or the children of the household ate

peanut butter sandwiches.

Nowadays the family’s schedule comes first, and drop-ins might not even be invited in for a brief chat and coffee. Calling first does not mean they will be welcome either.

Is this a sign of the rudeness that is so pervasive in society?

GENTLE READER: At first, Miss Manners thought you must have meant to write that you recalled when guests “called” first.

It seemed unlikely that you would be old enough to predate the telephone, the invention that made asking-before-appearing possible.

Certainly, people should show great consideration for their guests. But guests are also obliged to show consideration. Popping

up unexpectedly and eating the children’s dinner does not meet that standard.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: The other day I ran into an acquaintance, the mother of one of my daughter’s former classmates.

We exchanged pleasantries and I asked what was new with her daughter. She then went on for several minutes, telling me about her daughter’s difficult mental health problems.

I tried to respond positively and supportively, saying something about, “How difficult, but I’m glad she’s doing so much better.” Then she asked me about my daughter, who is doing extremely well.

Miss Manners, how should one

respond in this situation? Do I downplay my daughter’s success and happiness? Am I expected to share some unpleasant aspect of my daughter’s life so as not to sound as if I am bragging, or make this woman feel worse about her own situation? Or do I just state the facts — where my daughter lives, what she does, marital status — without editorial comments, as I wish she had, without burdening me with the tale of her daughter’s unhappy circumstances.

GENTLE READER: You say you would not have whined, but Miss Manners hopes that you also would not have bragged even if the other mother had done so. So yes, just give whatever straightfor-

ward news of your daughter that you would have given anyway.

The important thing to remember is that the daughters are not rivals but presumably friends, or at least acquaintances who would show some concern about each other. Therefore, it is not just your own sympathy you should convey, but the statement that you know that your daughter, too, will be concerned to hear of her former classmate’s troubles and will wish her well.

(Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www. missmanners.com; to her email, dearmissmanners@gmail.com; or through postal mail to Miss Manners, Universal Uclick, 1130 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106.)

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Two Yukon biathletes make the podium at westerns

Dennis Peters photo

Yukon Velocity Squad’s Frances Reid competes at the Western Canadian Biathlon Championships in Prince George, B.C. over the weekend. The Yukon team won two bronze medals.

Tom Patrick News Reporter

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iathlon Yukon’s Velocity Squad could consider a name change to the High Velocity Squad.

The speedy squad won two bronze medals and produced a bundle of top-10 finishes at the Western Canadian Biathlon Championships over the weekend in Prince George, B.C. “We managed to get a couple medals, so that was quite exciting,” said Velocity coach Dennis Peters. “Every time we go out I’m more and more please with how this team is doing. We are placing higher in most of our competitions. Our shooting is getting better and one thing we really noticed is our skiing has improved.

“Part of it is a nice winter at home, we were able to put some skiing in. Part of it, too, was our athletes were really working hard and improving their skiing.”

The team’s two bronze medals were captured by Jake Draper and Micah Hildes.

Draper, who will compete for Yukon at the upcoming Arctic Winter Games in Fairbanks, Alaska, won bronze in the junior boys six-kilometre pursuit on Sunday.

“When I came across the fin-

Members of the Yukon team take aim at the rifle range.

ish line, I went so hard I almost needed oxygen,” said Draper.

“I was actually pretty impressed with myself. I skied pretty much as hard as I could.

“There was a really steep hill on the course and I skied that really hard.”

The 13-year-old placed ninth in the junior boys 4.5-kilometre sprint on Saturday. He therefore started in ninth on Sunday and fought his way up six spots, shooting 11 of 15 at the range.

“I started in ninth and it was a five-second interval (between

racers) and I finished in third, so I passed a lot of people,” said Draper. “When I finished, I didn’t think I was medaling in that race.”

Hildes, who is in just her first season of biathlon, won bronze in the junior girls six-kilometre pursuit on Sunday. She placed fourth in Saturday’s sprint in a field of five in her division. She, too, is on the team heading to the Arctic Games.

Yukon’s Nadia Moser was edged out of a medal with fourth in the senior girls six-kilometre sprint on Saturday. She then took fifth in the

was the fourth place girl,” said Dennis. “She’s a very determined young lady. Almost all the young athletes are shooting with blocks, so they put their rifle on a block.

Dana has been training for the Arctic Winter Games and she’s determined not to use a block. She’s been using the armband, which the older skiers use ... It’s quite amazing at that age.”

Velocity Squad’s Tristan Sparks made up a lot of ground on Sunday in senior boys. Sparks moved up from 25th in Saturday’s six-kilometre sprint to 14th in Sunday’s 7.5-kilometre pursuit.

Submitted photo/Yukon News Sparks has also been named to Team Yukon for the Arctics.

Half of the 10 Yukon biathletes pursuit. in Prince George competed in “Nadia Moser had a couple junior boys, including Draper. solid results,” said Peters. “She was In Saturday’s sprint Liam Adel in a really tough competition with came in sixth, Daniel Sennett in some amazing female athletes.” eighth, Francis Reid 14th and TorsTeammate Maria Peters skied ten Petersson in 15th. to 12th and 10th in the two races.

In Sunday’s pursuit Adel placed Moser and Maria are on the Yukon eighth, Sennett 11th, Reid 12th and Arctics team.

Petersson 15th.

Dana Sellars, another newbie Adel, who will compete up a to the team who is going to the division in junior boys at the ArcArctics, had consistent results in tic Games, captured a bronze at the the mixed juvenile division with Calforex Cup in Canmore, Alta. at seventh overall out of 16 both days. the start of the season.

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Beatty skis to 15th at junior world championship Tom Patrick News Reporter

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hitehorse cross-country skier Dahria Beatty saved her best for last.

Skiing in her final individual race, in her third and final junior worlds, the 19-year-old posted her best result ever at the event.

Beatty placed 15th in the five-kilometre classic at the FIS Nordic Junior and Under 23 World Ski Championships in Val di Fiemme, Italy, on Sunday.

She was less than a minute behind the winner and less than eight seconds from a top-10 finish.

She was also the top Canadian finisher in the race.

“I am really happy to have broke the top 15 at an international level,” said Beatty in an email to the News. “That was one of my goals going into these championships.

“It has been raining here in Val di Fiemme and conditions were difficult. I had a good race plan and executed it well!”

Beatty, who is in her final year of eligibility for the junior worlds, claimed 20th in the junior women 1.2-kilometre sprint last Wednesday.

She helped Canada’s junior women’s relay team place 10th on Monday in the 4x3.3kilometre race. Beatty, who is a member of Canada’s junior national team, placed seventh overall on her leg for the highest placing on the relay team.

She claimed 29th in the 10-kilometre skiathlon – five kilometres of classic followed by five kilometres of skate technique – on Friday and was the second Canadian.

“I had a hard time with focus on the skate portion,” said Beatty.

Whitehorse skier Knute Johnsgaard also set a career high, skiing in the under-23 men’s division in Italy.

Johnsgaard skied to 21st in the 15-kilometre classic on Thursday.

“I’m happy with my 21st place in the 15-kilometre classic,” said Johnsgaard in an email. “It’s motivating to know that when everything comes together I can be competitive with these guys. The guy that won the U23 world championships actually just won a world cup too, so it’s a very deep field. I’m also still

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Whitehorse’s Dahria Beatty, second from left, races at the FIS Nordic Junior and U23 World Ski Championships in Val di Fiemme, Italy. Beatty placed 15th in the five-kilometre classic on Sunday.

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Johnsgaard, who skis for the Yukon Elite Squad, also placed 42nd and was the second Canadian in the men’s 1.5-kilometre sprint last Wednesday.

He finished the worlds with 48th in the 30-kilometre skiathlon on Saturday. He was lapped out of the race but was the second-best Canadian.

“I felt very good this day but unfortunately my skis were terrible against the rest of the field and I finished 48th,” said Johnsgaard. “At

this level you need everything to go perfectly if you want to be competitive. I try not to make excuses but having bad skis like that can definitely put you down 30 positions in a race where every second counts.

“The first day of the championships we had perfect skiing conditions. Then it snowed two feet overnight, then it rained for four days straight. It made for very challenging conditions for skiers and especially wax technicians.”

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February 9th starting early and ending

sults in Italy, both Beatty and Johnsgaard aren’t coming straight home.

The two will be heading to Latvia and Estonia to race in

the Continental Cup (OPA Cup) Series over the next few weeks.

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Aliy Zirkle wins Quest 300 Tom Patrick News Reporter

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ourteen years after becoming the first woman to win the Yukon Quest 1,000, Aliy Zirkle has added the Yukon Quest 300 to her list of wins.

The 44-year-old of Two Rivers, Alaska, won the 300mile race for her first time on Monday in Central, Alaska.

“I’m a little bit chilled but I have a smile on my face,” said Zirkle from the finish line Monday evening.

“It’s fantastic, I love this trail. The people put so much time and effort into making the Yukon Quest what it is, they really do it for a good reason because the race is fantastic and the trail was fantastic.”

Zirkle completed the route through Two Rivers, Mile 101, Central, to Circle City and back to Central, in 51 hours and 28 minutes.

The win helps make up for a heartbreaking close loss in last year’s Quest 300. Zirkle placed second to Michelle Phillips of Tagish, Yukon by just eight seconds.

“It was really fun because it was, quote, on my home turf,” said Zirkle. “I mushed right by my kennel the first day, right by all the local stores in my area. It’s nice to be in a local area and then go north of there and go over two of the most amazing summits on the Yukon

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Aliy Zirkle celebrates with her team after winning the Yukon Quest 300 on Monday in Central, Alaska.

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“I’ll tell you, I have a pretty big smile on my face.”

Fellow Two Rivers musher Chase Tingle took second with a time of 53 hours and 22 minutes.

Chistochina, Alaska’s Heidi Sutter finished third in 54 hours and 21 minutes.

Whitehorse’s Sebastian Schnuelle, another past Quest 1,000 champ, crossed the finish line in 56 hours, 41 minutes for fourth. Schnuelle, 44,

was the only Yukoner in the race.

“I knew there were two teams in contention with me, so for my last camp spot I camped pretty close to the trail and when those teams went by I bootied my dogs and left,” said Zirkle. “I knew I was faster than them and I would catch them and I did.”

Sixteen teams began the race with seven scratching.

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for the Iditarod next month, has no time to kick back and enjoy the win.

She is off to Dawson City to meet with her husband Allen Moore, who is among the front-runners in the 1,000-mile Quest. Moore is the defending Quest 1,000 champ.

“The first thing I’m going to do is go over to Dawson, and then Pelly, Carmacks and Braeburn, where my husband is racing the Yukon Quest 1,000,” said Zirkle. “That’s my next priority. Hopefully I can head over there pretty soon and watch his team come in to Whitehorse at the finish.”

Zirkle placed second in Alaska’s Iditarod the last two years.

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we just ran out of gas with the amount of guys we had,” said Barry.

“It’s like a lot of Whitehorse teams, when we go away, it sometimes takes them a while (to get going),” said Barry. “Playing a Tier 1 teams or a big city team, it takes them a while to realize they can play with them. In the Kelowna game, after the first period, it was 2-0 and we told the guys, ‘They’re a good team, but you can play with them if you work hard.’”

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Elias. Malachi LaVallee had two assists, while Linsey Eby and Logan logged individual assists. The Mustangs lost Spencer Lessard to a concussion in the game.

“I thought that was a team we might be able to stay with, but we weren’t able to do it,” said Barry. “(Goalie) Devon Troke probably faced 50-something shots.”

“Throughout the whole tournament the goalies (Troke and Josh Tetlichi) got a lot of shots, but played well all the way,” he added.

Whitehorse encountered some bad weather over the weekend – Hurricanes and Thunder, to be specific.

The Mustangs lost 7-1 to Saskatchewan’s Swift Current Hurricanes on Saturday and 6-1 to Edmonton’s N.W.Z. Thunder on Sunday.

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Levi Johnson, assisted by Jack Blisner and McClelland, scored against the Thunder.

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even was not a lucky number for the KBL Environmental Mustangs in Alberta over the weekend.

The Whitehorse midget rec team went winless in four games, allowing seven goals against in the three of them, at the Lethbridge Midget AA Tournament.

The Mustangs had names on the disabled list before going and had a couple more added by the weekend’s end.

“We went down with a short bench – we have a few guys hurt – and we lost two guys there, so we were down to four defence and seven forwards,” said Mustangs head coach Barry Blisner. “It was tough going in terms of score and there’s always stuff you can work on, but I was proud of the guys. Nobody is ever happy about losing like that all the time, but they kept playing hard and didn’t lose focus in terms of taking stupid penalties …

They stayed together as a team and it was good in that sense.”

The Mustangs faced their toughest opponent to start the Tier 2 tournament. They lost 7-1 to B.C.’s Kelowna Rockets, who went undefeated into the final. The Rockets squad was the club’s Tier 1 AAA team.

Two teams in the Mustangs’ pool of four went on to play in the final.

“It was a AA tournament but there was actually a couple AAA teams there too, so we knew we were going to be in tough,” said Barry.

“The games weren’t that close in terms of the score, but there was a couple we kept close and then lost it in the third.”

The first period ended 2-0 before Mustangs’ Jack Blisner, assisted by Ben McClelland and Sam Logan, scored to make it 2-1. Whitehorse lost Kaleb Millwater to a cracked rib in the game.

“It was actually not a bad game for the most part,” said Barry. “They got a few in the third period, but considering they were a AAA team, we played pretty well.

I think the kids were a little surprised by how close it was for most of the game.”

Later in the day the Mustangs lost 7-2 to Alberta’s Olds Grizzlys.

Whitehorse got on the board with goals from Jarrett Peterson and Body

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hitehorse’s Seqouia Kitchens team minced the competition at the 2014 Yukon Atom Hockey Championships in Haines Junction over the weekend.

Seqouia went undefeated in six games on their way to gold. That’s pretty much been the story of the team all season, said coach Mark Daniels.

“The team’s been doing excellent,” said Daniels. “I think we’ve lost one game all year so far.

“We draft our teams in a collaborative fashion based on an evaluation of the players at the beginning of the year, so the teams should be evenly skilled at the outset.

“As far as this team goes, they are just really cohesive.

They act like a team, they play like a team, and they support each other on and off the ice.”

Seqouia grabbed gold with a 4-1 win over Whitehorse’s Duncan’s Limited in the final.

Aaron Bolduc got the ball

rolling for Seqouia with a goal six minutes into the final. Hugo Burgess got the game-winner a few minutes later.

Seqouia’s Cole McInroy and Kaelen Lewis, assisted by Trevor Dobbs, both scored in the second period to seal the deal. Seqouia’s Nathan Scully led his team up to the final with a 1.75 goal average in the round-robin.

Max Logan scored for Duncan’s, assisted by Chelsi Gorrell.

“All the coaches felt the kids all played hard, played fair and put their hearts into it,” said Daniels.

Whitehorse’s Titan Gaming and Collectibles collected the bronze after losing 6-3 to Duncan’s in the game to reach the final.

Duncan’s went into the final immediately after the game with very little rest time.

“We had about an hour and a half between games and they had just enough time to clean the ice,” said Daniels.

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Duncan’s fought back from two goals down to beat Titan.

Sawyer Adams had two goals, including the game-winner, in the win over Titan while teammate Austin Larkin had two as well. Gorrell and Max Logan also scored in the bronze game.

Hunter Long had two goals and Jake Trimble had one in the bronze game for Titan.

Seven teams including ones from Whitehorse, Dawson City, Watson Lake and the hosting community competed at the championship.

Whitehorse’s ScotiaBank placed fourth, Dawson City fifth, Watson Lake sixth and Haines Junction seventh.

Watson Lake’s Jaida Allen played in net for the first time and was given the Goalie with the Biggest Heart Award.

“The kids had a great time,” said Daniels. “They love going to the communities. Haines Junction did an excellent job hosting with a banquet and a movie night.”

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Thus, a clue of 3 will produce a solution of 2 and 1 and a 5 will produce 4 and 1, or 2 and 3, but of course, which squares they go in will depend on the solution of a clue in the other direction.

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Puzzle A

CLUES ACROSS 1. Massages 5. Automaton 10. The side that goes last 14. Lowest female voice 15. Roar of acclaim 16. Tennis’ Kournikova 17. Canute (alt. sp.)

18. Blind gut 19. Insures bank’s depositors 20. Cathode (abbr.)

21. Appendage 22. Of I 23. The reciprocal of cosine 27. Rubs away CLUES DOWN 1. Display stands 2. Forearm bones 3. British thermal unit 4. Drunkard 5. Corpuscle count (abbr.)

6. Pitcher Hershiser 7. Rod-shaped bacterium 8. Egg 9. Dancing With the Stars host 10. British Air Force 11. Opposite of beginning 12. Zanzibar Copal 13. Running contests 24. Arms factory

30. Bravo!

31. Crash into 32. Radioactivity units 35. Dynasty’s “J.R.” 38. Components specified individually 42. Facial skin disease 43. The Peach State 44. Exist 45. Precipitation 46. Mazzard 47. Earthy pigment color 49. Hail (nautical) 50. Back 52. Deviating from the familiar

54. Inveighed 56. Within reach 59. Blood group 60. Howl 63. Farm state 64. Aba ____ Honeymoon 67. Seizure 69. College army 71. Graphic symbol 72. Intense trepidation 73. Of an ode 74. Capital of Shaanxi Province 75. Acid + alcohol - water 76. Flat tableland

25. Sodium 26. Current Margulies show 28. Ancient Egyptian sun god 29. Former Hess Corp. name 32. Scrap of cloth 33. Highest card 34. Double helix nucleic acid 36. WW2 female corps 37. One point E of due N 39. Express pleasure 40. Data executive 41. Honey (abbr.)

48. One’s usual environment 51. Edison’s company

53. Delaware 54. Base of a system of numbers 55. Ancient computing devices 57. African adder genus 58. Podocarpus coriaceus 61. Plural of 33 down 62. An enticement 65. Tropical constrictor 66. “Birdie” star ___-Margaret 68. Sirius Satellite Radio (abbr.)

69. Memory hardware 70. Lyric poem

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NOC: 6435 Wanted: Hotel Front Desk Clerk Full time, 40 hours per week, permanent Wage: $13.00 per hour Main Duties: Register guests, Answer Inquiries Follow Safety and Emergency Procedures Clerical duties (faxing, photocopying) Apply by email to yukon202@gmail.com Employer: Elite Hotel & Travel Ltd. Creative Play Daycare is seeking a full-time and part-time child care worker Wage will depend upon level of ECD education Level 1 - $16.00/hr Level 2 - $18.00/hr Level 3 - $22.00/hr Downtown location Health Benefits Off the floor planning Wonderful facility with on-site playground and indoor mini gym Drop off resume to 312 Strickland Street or Phone 667-2761

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We will pay CASH for anything of value Tools, electronics, gold & jewelry, cameras, furniture, antiques, artwork, chainsaws, camping & outdoor gear, hunting & fishing supplies, vehicles & ATVs. G&R Pawnbrokers 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL • LOANS

Minimum two years experience Willing to work evenings and weekend .

Drop off resumé to 211 Hanson street.

No phone calls please.

Miscellaneous for Sale WOODEN 250-651-7868

TOOL

boxes, $40 ea.

WORLD HOCKEY Association, remember it? Two rare books, (history, statistics, photos). Exc. shape, $50. 633-3154

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CFL FOOTBALL cards, 17 different complete sets of cards, including early OPC. Almost 2,600 cards, serious inquiries. $1,500.

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CIVIL WAR Trading Cards: 4 complete sets of unique trading cards commemorating the U.S. Civil War, including the 1962 Topps set. $750 firm. 633-3154

TRADING CARDS, binder full of non-sport trading cards (James Bond, X-men, Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom). About 500 cards. $50. 633-3154

MCDONALDS H O C K E Y cards from 1991-92 to 2009/10. Almost every card issued minus some short prints, incl. 27 unopened paks/yr. Over 1,200 cards, $1,000 firm. 633-3154.

WORLD HOCKEY Association – 5 complete hockey card sets from the 1970s. Exc cond. $750. 633-3154 THREE COMPLETE OPC hockey card sets (1999-00 to 2001-02 period) plus some short prints. Over 900 cards. $150. 633-3154 STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca 20 IAN Rankin paperback novels (John Rebus detective), all in good cond, $30.

633-3154

WANTED

Counter Clerk

First Nation of Nacho Nyak Dun is seeking 3-4 interested individuals to serve as Trustees to the NND Investment Trust for terms of 3 years.

We are currently searching for a Counter Clerk to join our Whitehorse location. If you are a team player with an interest in auto parts and a knack for coordination and organization, this opportunity is for you.

Please send your resume and cover letter with attention to: Executive Director, Brenda Jackson First Nation of Nacho Nyak Dun Box 220, Mayo, Yukon Y0B 1M0 Or email to: execdirector@nndfn.com

If you are looking to grow your career with a successful, continuously growing company, we want to hear from you!

Please forward your resume to Daniel Murray:

dmurray@napacanada.com

or apply online at www.uapinc.com/careers.

Closing date for applications is March 31, 2014 by 4:00 PM.

EMPloYMEnt oPPoRtunitY

Executive Director

Dakwakada Development Corporation (DDC)

Yukon Women in Trades and Technology (YWITT)

Finance Manager

DDC has made numerous investments in the Yukon, primarily in growing sectors. Investments in construction and manufacturing sector include Castle Rock Enterprises, Kilrich Industries Limited and the RAB Energy Group/Northerm. Other investments include a variety of property holdings.

Dakwakada Development corporation #6 - 17 Burns Road, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 4Z3

www.dakwakada.com | p. 867-668-5831 | f. 867-668-5841

MASTER CRAFT drill, 18 v. cordless c/w 2 batteries, $25. 334-7250

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nacho nyäk Dun

oRGaniZational BacKGRounD: Dakwakada Development Corporation (DDC) is a privatelyheld investment firm located in Whitehorse, Yukon. Our sole-shareholder is the Champagne and Aishihik Trust, an organization whose purpose is to hold and manage most investment and business assets of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations, based in Haines Junction, Yukon.

BLACK & Decker bread machine, like new, $40. 667-6752

For full details, visit www.kwanlindun.com/employment

First nation of

Preference will be shown to a qualified Champagne Aishihik First Nation Citizen.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WOOD STOVE, $200. 250-651-7868

Department: Education Closing: Feb. 7, 2014 Salary: $25-$30/hour, depending on experience

For complete details, visit www.kwanlindun.com/employment

HoW to aPPlY: Qualified candidates are invited to send their resume and cover letter by February 10, 2014 to: Human Resources at #6 – 17 Burns Road Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 4Z3, fax to (867) 668-5841, or email to michelle@dakwakada.com

RENDEZVOUS RENTAL COSTUMES AND all accessories for the ladies, exquisite vests for gentlemen, wool tailcoats, ruffled shirts in many sizes, bowties, colored tophats, suspenders & feathers for fun. Phone 660-4218

TUTOR (Part-Time Casual to June 10, 2014)

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent Department: Education Closing: Feb. 7, 2014 Salary: Level 9 - $90,352 to $117,458

Qualifications: The ideal candidate should possess a university degree or college diploma in Accounting, Commerce, or Business Management/Administration and a minimum of 3- 5 years of progressive financial and office administration experience. Knowledge of the construction and manufacturing sector is considered to be an asset. Candidates should also possess advanced knowledge of all aspects of financial analysis, accounting and financial reporting. The candidate should further possess demonstrated skills in problem solving and analysis, proficiency in the use of computer programs particularly excel, relational databases, MS office. Good oral and written communication skills to be able to clearly explain financial concepts and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality as it concerns sensitive financial information are required. A valid driver’s license is required. Some travel may be required.

BOGS, WOMENʼS size US 10, rated to minus 40C, new, only worn once, $141 new, asking $110. 667-2715

E M P L OY M E N T O P P O RT U N I T Y

DIRECTOR - EDUCATION AND SOCIAL ASSISTANCE

Currently Dakwakada Development Corporation (DDC) has an opening for a Finance / Office Manager. Reporting to the General Manager, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the overall success of the corporation (and its subsidiaries) by effectively managing all financial tasks along with administrative oversight. The position will also include efforts to minimize corporate risks, coordination of Board of Director meetings, provide corporate support, property management and assisting with researching and assessing business cases and emerging investment opportunities while providing recommendations to Senior Management.

Wednesday, February 5, 2014 MOULINEX MASTERCHEF 850 food processor, makes juice, slices, chops, $100 obo.

667-6752 4 TONNE wood splitter, $100 obo. 335-2103 MOVING OUT sale, queen size bed, quad, coffee table, wardrobe cabinet, ice fishing gear, Bradley smoker, dog sled, book shelves, Keurig coffee machine, cast iron pots/pans, etc. 335-2103 RENDEZVOUS DRESS, blue velvet/gold trim, evening gown, size 8, c/w feather hat, purse, pic at Sequels, $200. 667-6752 TIGERLOOP FOR oil furnace or boiler, $100, 30-gal John Woods oil-fired hot water tank, $500. 667-6752 or 332-8706 BINDERS IN exc cond, different sizes. $1 to $2/piece, 335-7535 2 DOZ squirrel boards, $3 each, 8 Marten stretchers, $5 each, all made according to NAFA specifications. Mike 633-2945 1990 POLARIS Indy Lite 500cc, liquid cool, fun, fast trail machine, $1,700. 399-3911 RELIO M3 burner, $175. 667-6752 or 332-8706 MAKING JEWELLERY? 2 pieces of jewellery equipment, great shape. 334-7250 MASON COMMERCIAL sewing machine for carpets, CM3.601, #3, second-hand, good cond, $600. 393-4552 DAYTON EXHAUST fan c/w back draft damper, 1,500 CFM, $150. 667-6752 or 332-8706 MOTOMASTER HYDRAULIC Body and Frame Repair Kit, 4-ton hydraulic pressure, 18 pc set, used once, like new, 1/2 price of new for $80. 336-1412 38”X70” “MAGNETIC” mattress pad, hand washable, 668-5786 OLSEN OIL furnace, 110,000 BTUs, downflow, suitable for garage, $120. 633-5569 BIONAIRE ELECTRIC air cleaner suitable for large area rooms, Hamilton Beach “Trueair” air cleaner, bedroom size.

668-5786 MASTERCRAFT CORDLESS drill/2 batteries, $25. 334-7250 40ʼ OF 4X8 double-tiered pallet racking, new unfinished oak kitchen cupboards, upper and lowers, enough for whole kitchen. 333-0717 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. WOOD COOKSTOVE, McClary Jubilee model with water jacket, $800 obo. 668-6613 DRAWING TABLE (36”x48”) in very good condition, $75. Flushing toilet, 1.6g, new, never used, $75. 456-4755 KIPOR DIESEL gen set, 6700 watts, like new, only 20 hrs, $1,000.00 monster-177@hotmail.com

Closing Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2014 Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some evening and weekend hours required) Wage: $25-$30 per hour DOE Job Description/Duties: YUKON WOMEN IN TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY (YWITT) If you are an energetic, visionary leader committed to making a real difference for Yukon women of all ages, this job is for you. As the Executive Director you will be the leader and senior manager responsible for carrying out the YWITT strategic plan. Working with governments, industry and non-government partners, you will be responsible for overseeing the funding, developing, managing and delivering of a variety of diverse training programs for adults and exciting and educational events for youth. Additional highlights of necessary knowledge, skills and abilities are: • • • • • • • • •

excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills public relations –strong networking skills proposal development financial management within a context of multiple government funding agencies flexible program planning, implementation and evaluation ability to provide hands on support to trainers in a variety of trades and technology related workshops ability to flex hours to accommodate evening and weekend programs Trades and/or Technology industry experience will be considered an asset.

Applicants must have a reliable vehicle and be willing to travel to various communities within Yukon.

requirements/qualiFications: The ideal candidate will have a university degree in a relevant field and/or a minimum of five years experience in a similar work environment/capacity. You understand the responsibilities of an Executive Director reporting to the volunteer, policy-oriented Board of Directors of a non-government organization.

HoW to apply: Quoting the title, please submit your resume to: YUKON WOMEN IN TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY #191 – 108 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 6C4 or Email: ywitt@yukonwitt.org Phone: 867-667-4441, Fax: 867-633-5689.

Contact Name: Kim Solonick WE THANK ALL THOSE WHO APPLY AND ADvISE THAT ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES INvITED FOR AN INTERvIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

SIZE 10 Canvas Tops, moose + #10canvas,

by Daisy OʼBrian, $150. 335-9934 LEATHER TEDDYBEAR, mooseskin and beads, $100. 335-9934 SPIRIT MASK, “Blind Fisherman”, painted cedar carved by Calvin Morberg, $350.

335-9934 YOUTH GAUNTLETS, rabbit fur suede, imitation shearling lining, $185, baby slippers, beaver trim, $80. 335-9934 MOCCASINS, 335-9934

SZ 10, moose, $100.

TIDY TANK for diesel fuel, incl pump, 450 L capacity, $450. 335-9934 MENS MEDIUM & large hoodies/jackets by Mexx, Bench, Jack & Jones, gently worn, $30-$60 ea. 633-6484 WITTE GENERATOR head from BD model diesel unit, 1200 rpm 120/240 volt 60 cycle, 4.9 KW. $250. 336-1412 MOTOMASTER HYDRAULIC Body and Frame Repair Kit, 4-ton hydraulic pressure, 18 pc set. Used once, like new, selling 1/2 price $80. 336-1412 CAMPBELL HAUSFELD pin nailer, drives 1/2" to 1" pin nails, c/w multi-directional exhaust cap, Allen wrench, oil, tool case, 23 gauge, 2.0 cfm @ 90 psi, never used $40.

336-1412 UNIWELD CUTTING torch set w/regulators, hoses, link below tells specs, http://www.toolsource.com/stuff-readytousemedium-duty-welding-cutting-outfit-p100017.html, $125. 336-1412 CHAMPION 3000 LB electric winch, never opened, $100. 336-1412 WOODBUG PORTABLE chainsaw mill, 3ʼx 10ʼ sections, 20ʼ on 6x6 skid frame, c/w two 30" chain bars, chains, Husqvarna XP 394 incl, http://woodbug.com/feature.html, $3,000 336-1412 SINGLE MANTEL propane wall lights, $40 ea or all 3 for $100. 336-1412

HYDRAULIC OIL cooler, 26.4 GPM, new unit cost $250 + shipping/taxes, can be used to convert your diesel vehicle to run on WVO, 336-1412 ARCTIC PRO Muck Boots, men's size 10, like new, worn once, $120 firm. 633-2981 LAUNDRY TUB (sink) free, bit grubby, but fine for a cabin, garage or shed. 633-3154

DONʼS FIREWOOD 20-cord bucked firewood always available No-charge emergency delivery Kwanlin Dun Wy wait? Prompt delivery $245/cord City limits No excuses 393-4397

ANDYʼS FIREWOOD SERVICE February 1st Price Drop!

Limited time quantity offer Haines Junction Standing Dry Fully stacked, measured cords $220/cord - 7-cord loads $230/cord - small orders Stock up now!

667-6429

KENMORE 12 cu ft deep freeze, $150.

250-651-7868 HOTPOINT (GE) washer & dryer, 8 years old, works great (we upgraded) $500 obo for both. 334-5323 KENMORE CERAMIC top range, convection, self-clean, delay cook, top end several years ago, one burner is slower, $300, can deliver in Whse area. 667-2276 KENMORE WASHER & dryer in working order, $300 for pair, 668-2919 after 6:00pm

TVs & Stereos Paying cash for good quality modern electronics.

G&R Pawnbrokers 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL • LOANS

Computers & Accessories NINTENDO 3DS, c/w 6 games & charger, $100. 633-5765 BROTHER ALL-IN-ONE fax, copier, scanner, printer, works great, $75. 334-7250 EPSON PHOTO R1800 color printer, free.

633-3154

Musical Instruments

CONTRACT POSITION Kwanlin Dün First Nation Judicial Council is seeking a

Electrical Appliances KENMORE DRYER, front loader, works great, $300. Also nw pump out of Kenmore washer, $40. 332-7797

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Junior/ Intermediate

AudItor

A busy accounting firm requires a motivated

Judicial Council Administrator The Judicial Council Administrator provides administrative support to the Chair of the Council, receives and records all correspondence, and organizes Judicial Council business. Candidates require a sound knowledge of administrative and legal procedures. Knowledge of Kwanlin Dün First Nation law is an asset.

individual to assist with the following; • Assist senior auditors with preparation of audit files, • Preparation of various types of financial statements, • General administrative duties.

The successful applicant will have successful completed course work in financial accounting and auditing. Completion of a basic tax course and experience in a public practice setting would be an asset to the candidate. The applicant should have a working knowledge of Caseware, Excel and Word.

The starting wage will depend on experience.

A benefits package is available for the successful candidate.

Please forward your resume to:

M. McKay & associates

Certified General Accountants 204-208A Main Street Whitehorse Yukon, Y1A 2A9.

Phone: 867-633-5434, Fax: 867-633-5440, or E-mail: mm_ assoc.office@northwestel.net

This is a part-time contract position. Submit confidential expressions of interest stating your hourly rate and qualifications by Monday, February 10, 2014.

Kwanlin Dun First Nation Judicial Council 27 McIntyre Drive Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5A5

For more information, please contact: KDFN JuDicial couNcil E-mail: kdfnjudicialcouncil@gmail.com Phone: 867-335-6726

Closing date is February 8th 2014

www.kwanlindun.com/judicial_council

We will buy your musical instrument or lend you money against it.

G&R Pawnbrokers 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL • LOANS PIANO TUNING & REPAIR by certified piano technician Call Barry Kitchen @ 633-5191 email:bfkitchen@hotmail.com VIOLIN WITH case, over 100 yrs. old, donʼt know maker, $350. 334-2418 FREE, SUPER Genie organ, works great, good shape, 667-2940 CASIO KEYBOARD CTK-710 and stand, gently used, $75. 633-4699 FENDER TELECASTER elec guitar, made in US, like new, c/w custom case, $1,200 obo. 334-3009

Firewood

Duke’s Firewood standing dry beetle Killed spruce

avoid the Fall rush & prices! spring Wood prices: 6 cord load $210/cord $230 for multiples of 2 cords Come cut your own at $75/cord Approx 20 cord truckload logs $2800 Approx 8 cord loads of 20ft dry logs $1300

cash and debit accepted

334-8122 FIREWOOD Clean, beetle-kill, dry Ready for pick-up, $210/cord or Local delivery, $250/cord 1/2 cords also available for pick-up only Career Industries @668-4360 Cheapest wood from Haines Junction!!

CGFJ WOODCUTTING SERVICE Delivered $220 - 16” lengths $200 - 4ʼ lengths Prompt, friendly service Dry timber, money-back guarantee Prices vary for Communities 689-1727 EVF FUELWOOD ENT Year Round Delivery • Dry accurate cords • Clean shavings available • VISA/M.C. accepted Member of Yukon Wood Producers Association Costs will rise.

ORDER NOW 456-7432

Castle Rock Enterprise is looking for a qualified and skilled Paving Superintendent to work in the construction and maintenance of driveways, parking lots and roadways.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Plans, assigns, schedules, and supervises the work of laborers, truck drivers, and equipment operators engaged in the construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of streets, driveways, and parking lots; including grading, excavation, base prepping, paving and patching.

• Knowledge and experience for the proper setup, operation and maintenance of paver auger feed and automatic grade control systems.

• Supervise and assist in land leveling projects.

• Instructs and trains employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills.

• Prepare time and other required reports.

• Monitor quality control to ensure specifications are met.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma or GED; related experience including supervisory or lead experience and considerable experience in construction and maintenance projects including some supervisory experience in the related area; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Thorough knowledge of paving operations • Knowledge of practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in construction and maintenance.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work.

• Ability to interpret and work from instructions, penciled plans and sketches, and construction drawings.

• Ability to layout, direct and supervise construction and major repair projects.

• Ability to supervise the work of others.

• Ability to keep records and to prepare work and timely reports.

Wages will commensurate with experience.

Please submit resumes with cover letter as follows: No phone calls please. office@castlerockent.com Or fax: 867-633-2621

Castle Rock Enterprises accepting applications for: Paving Operator, Screed Operators, Rakers and Labourers DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Paver Operator: • Maintain proper paver maintenance and operation.

• Knowledge and experience for the proper setup, operation and maintenance of paver auger feed and automatic grade control systems.

• Operate paver and control asphalt delivery to and placement by the paver to mitigate mix segregation and support of screed personnel to maintain required asphalt thickness and smoothness requirements.

• Coordinate truck dumping.

Screed Operator: • Knowledge and experience for the proper setup, operation and maintenance of paver auger feed and automatic grade control systems.

• Observe and control distribution of asphalt mix to ensure uniformity to obtain specified compacted mat thickness and cross section while achieving proper surface drainage with minimal segregation.

• Ability to discuss and plan daily project paving procedures and goals with fellow paving personnel to maximize productivity and workmanship.

Rakers & Labourers: • Able to follow direction, abide by company rules and comply with safety policies and OH&S regulation.

• Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.

REQUIRED ABILITIES: • Physically fit in order to perform manual labor and work extended hours.

Wages will commensurate with experience.

Please submit resumes with cover letter as follows: No phone calls please. office@castlerockent.com Or fax: 867-633-2621

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DRY SPRUCE FIREWOOD $250/cord Call David 335-3616 1ST QUALITY heating wood Season-dried over 3-yrs. to be picked up on Levich Drive in Mt. Sima industrial subdivision.

Complete info at 335-0100.

HURLBURT ENTERPRISES INC. Store (867) 633-3276 Dev (867) 335-5192 Carl (867) 334-3782

✔ Beetle-killed spruce from Haines Junction, quality guaranteed ✔ Everything over 8" split ✔ $250 per cord (2 cords or more) ✔ Single and emergency half cord deliveries ✔ You-cut and you-haul available ✔ Scheduled or next day delivery

MasterCard

Cheque, Cash

FIREWOOD for sale $200/cord for 8 foot lengths $250/cord for stove length Text or Call 334-8960 FIREWOOD FOR SALE Beetle killed $3,000 per logging truck load Delivered to Whitehorse Approximately 20 cord loads Also community deliveries Call Clayton @ 867-335-0894 TEN TON Firewood Services $150/cord for 10-cord load - 30ʼ lengths $200/cord - 3-cord load 11' lengths $240/cord - bucked up, discounts on multiple-cord orders Call or text David 867-332-8327 DIMOK TIMBER 6 CORD OR 22 CORD LOADS OF FIREWOOD LOGS BUNDLED SLABS U-CUT FIREWOOD @ $105/CORD CALL 634-2311 OR EMAIL DIMOKTIMBER@GMAIL.COM

Good Night!

Wind up your day with everything you need.

S.A. vouchers accepted.

867-667-6283

Teslin Tlingit Council invites applications on behalf of the teslin tlinGit JUstice coUncil for the position of

Chief Peacemaker

This position is appointed by the Teslin Tlingit Justice Council (s. 8 of the Teslin Tlingit Council Peacemaker Court& Justice Act) Teslin Tlingit Peacemakers will provide an invaluable service to the community and represent an important element to public confidence in the administration of justice as represented within and provided by the Peacemaker Court.

Teslin Tlingit Peacemakers will handle both Stage I: Years 1-4 court matters (conflict resolution and mediation) and Stage II: Years 5+ matters (adjudication of Teslin Tlingit Laws and other federal and/or territorial laws based upon agreement with Teslin Tlingit Council). The Peacemakers may have senior administrative duties in relation to the operation of Peacemaker Court. a peacemaker mUst have: • Knowledge and understanding of Ha Kus Teyea (Tlingit Way), Teslin Tlingit Council structure and operations including: • Teslin Tlingit Final Agreement and Implementation Plan; • Self-Government Agreement and Implementation Plan; • Teslin Tlingit Constitution; • Administration of Justice Agreement and Implementation Plan; • Teslin Tlingit Council Peacemaker Court and Justice Council Act; • Teslin Tlingit Council Laws, Regulations and Policies; • Teslin Tlingit Council Strategic Framework; • Knowledge and understanding of the principles of judicial independence, impartiality and fairness within the Peacemaker Court operations, principles of natural justice and rules of evidence; • Knowledge and understanding of Yukon Court processes and Court Registry Services; • Capacity to exercise sound judgment, based upon common sense and Ha Kus Teyea; • Ability to communicate effectively, clearly and concisely orally and in writing; and • Excellent analytical skills. edUcation & experience: • Successful completion of B.C. Justice Institute Professional Certification, which includes but is not exclusive to: Conflict resolution, mediation, how to conduct a fair and impartial hearing, conflict-of-interest rules, dealing with victim/offender dynamics, victim psychology; • Experience in the administration of justice and/or restorative justice services; • Demonstrated experience as a team leader and/or managerial experience; • Experience in a legal and/or court proceedings; and • Experience in dealing with a wide variety of professionals, and officials from other levels of governments, Territorial Courts, Clan Leaders, Elders and TTC Citizens.

FoR moRE InFoRmATIon, PLEASE CALL Georgina sydney, Justice implementation coordinator at 867.390.2532 ext 400 to apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to teslin tlingit Justice council c/o: Justice implementation coordinator teslin tlinGit coUncil box 133, teslin, Yukon Y0a 1b0 email: georgina.sydney@ttc-teslin.com

Wednesday, February 5, 2014 ZEISS CONQUEST 3x9x40 rapid z-600 riflescope, exc cond, c/w original warranty card, $475. 335-8925

FIREWOOD FOR SALE Standing dry from Haines Junction $250/cord cut and delivered Prompt delivery Steelwater Contracting Phone: 334-9867

ENFIELD P-14 .303 British rifle, $150.

633-2443 WINCHESTER MODEL 12 pump action 16-gauge shotgun, 28” barrel, full choke, good bore, good cond overall, hunting gun, not collector, $325. 633-2443

Guns & Bows Case cutlery, high quality hand-crafted pocket and hunting knives available at G&R Pawnbrokers 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL • LOANS BRAZILIAN MAUSER in 8mm Mauser, hand made hardwood stock, bedded and floated, recent refinish of whole rifle, $300 firm, PAL req'd, 667-2276 LEE ENFIELD No.1 Mk 3, 303 British, 10 rd mag, sporterized wood, good bore, military sights, steel scope rings, with 3-9x40mm scope mounted. PAL req'd, $350 firm.

667-2276

TOBIN ARMS 16-gauge shotgun, older model sxs, barrels choked full/modified, good bores, tight lock-up, good blueing in barrels, action/sidelocks have no blueing remaining, double triggers, $375. 633-2443 SAVAGE FOX BST sxs 16-gauge shotgun, 28” ventilated rib barrels, choked full/modified, checkered walnut stocks, beavertain forearm, gold trigger, recoil pad, good cond, $500, 633-2443

The Patty Maker We process wild meat.

We offer: Cut, grind, cut & wrap Fresh sausages 1/4 lb patties All natural casing Werner Fischer 7 Locust Place (off Ponderosa) 633-2346

WANTED: PROTECTIVE riding gear for dirtbike, 5ʼ09” & 180 lbs & size 8.5/9 mens.

667-2940

Wanted

WANTED: USED dartboard in good condition 667-2940

WINCHESTER LONG barrel, lever action, 30-30 cal, Canadian Centennial model, used, good shape, $400 firm. 633-2488 or 333-5640

WANTED: OLD guitars and amplifiers for fix up or parts for cash, also any other musical instruments you may have. Dave at 333-9084 WANTED: A ukulele with case, 336-0096 WANTED: 2003 753 bobcat snow blade, 336-3922 WANTED: ALL-AMERICAN canner with room for 7 quart glasses, and Kitchen Aid Artisan. 335-9934 WANTED: 10 hp outboard motor, 335-9934

ACTIVE IN YOUR COMMUNITY Are you looking for volunteer opportunities?

Please check www.volunteeryukon.ca to find more volunteer opportunities.

Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous The Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous are looking for approximately 250 volunteers for the 2014 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous 50th Anniversary Festival.

Volunteers make Rendezvous Awesome!

Do you have a special skill or simply enjoy arts and culture? Contribute this year to help enhance the 50th Anniversary Rendezvous Festival!

Festivals require community support in order to be successful and volunteering is a great way to give back to the community. Volunteering also presents an opportunity to develop new skills and meet people.

Our Recruitment Team will find something perfect for you! Some of the areas that you can help with: • Park Event Coordinators & Decor • Venue / Event Coordinators • Volunteer Coordinators • Volunteer Recruitment Team • Assistant Coordinators • Information Booth (Festival Representatives) • Registration Services • Merchandise Team • Air Show Personnel • Performance Tent Team (Stage Hands, etc.)

• Pet Parade Handlers / Clean-up • General Laborers, Set-up / Tear Down Crews

• • • • • • •

Food and Beverage Services Door / Ticket Sales Security Barricades Shuttle Drivers Parade Marshals Mascot & Handler

Be sure to visit our website – www. yukonrendezvous.com - to check out the exciting line-up of events for the 2014 Festival from Friday, February 14th – Sunday, February 23rd. And follow us on Facebook! We’d like to be friends with you and your family Contact: Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous office admin@yukonrendezvous.com 867.667.2148

BYTE: Volunteer Office Cleaner BYTE is looking for a volunteer willing to come to our office to help clean for an hour per week.

Tasks include vacuuming, cleaning the bathroom, cleaning the kitchen, watering the plants, and helping with garbage and recycling.

Contact info@yukonyouth.com or call 667-7975 if you are interested!

You work for a non-profit organization and you would like to add your volunteer opportunities? Please click on http://www.volunteeryukon.ca/.

closing date: Wednesday, february 12th, 2014, no later than 4:00 pm.

TTC HIRInG PoLICY WILL BE In EFFECT.

WANTED: FOOT pedal for sewing machine, 7A 125V, 335-9934

Cars

1962 MODEL 94 Winchester 30/30, in good, clean shape, $550 obo. 334-2418 .458 WINCHESTER Magnum rifle, custom made, w Ruger barrel and Mauser action, $975 firm. 334-2384

WINCHESTER 94 30-30, $375. Marlin lever 30-30, Bollard rifling, $350, Mossberg 12-gauge, short barreled pump, like new, $350. 334-7465

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED. Northern Youth Abroad is looking for families to host 2 youth from Nunavut/NWT. Volunteering in your community. July/August. www.nya.ca.

1-866-212-2307

LEE RELOADING press quick change system, good for 3 presses, extra bases easily made, bought 2, only need 1, sell for my cost $43. 332-1680 lv msg

LEE ENFIELD No4 Mk1, 303 British, 10 rd mag, sporterized, good condition, picatinny style rail instead of rear sight, sling, $300 firm, PAL req'd, 667-2276

LEE ENFIELD No.4 Mk1, 303 British, 10 rd. mag, sporterized, good+ cond, T 01 scope mounted instead of rear sight, sling, $300 firm, PAL reqʼd. 667-2276

I BUY antler, (caribou/moose/deer) $10$12/lb. I make knives for Cabela's and NRA. Call or email if you have 50+ pounds, or can consistently supply me with antler.

360-332-4380

MONDAY • WEDNESDAY • FRIDAY

Community Services

2011 CHEVY Aveo hatchback, auto, 27,000kms, summer/winter tires on rims, great gas mileage, must sell, $8,500 obo.

334-1006 2010 MAZDA 3 GS Sport, 6-spd manual, 2.5 L 4 cyl, fully loaded, power everything, full size/factory spare, 16" studded winter tires, low kms, well maintained, 335-3691 2009 DODGE Caliber SXT, 58,000kms, exc cond, mint inside, c/w command start, new mud/snow tires, $11,750 obo. 668-4206 2008 PONTIAC G5, 5-sp manual, power windows/locks, great cond, low Kms, $12,000 obo. 633-2262 2007 DODGE Caliber, like new, 126,000 km, standard. C/w extra tires, stereo system, tow pkg, garage door opener. $9,500 obo.

456-4112 or 333-0236 2007 TOYOTA Highlander SUV, white, AWD, command start, extra set winter tires, tow package, approx 128,000kms, $14,000 obo. 332-4143 2006 FORD Focus Hatchback, new winter tires, used all-seasons, new battery/aLternator, less than 89,000kms, $7,500 obo.

335-8203 or 332-8203 2005 CAVALIER, 5-speed, great cond, $4,000 obo. 336-0594 2004 CHEVY Optra 4dr sedan, manual, 100,000kms, $4,200 obo. 456-7026 2004 FORD Focus, 2 dr hatchback, auto, 237,000 kms, well-maintained, great car, 667-7535 2004 HONDA Civic LX, 88,000 km, c/w 17' maxxis ferris rims, injen cold air intake, 335-5036 for details. $8,000 obo. 335-5036 2003 SUBARU Legacy GT sedan, AWD, new tires/brakes, well maintained/exc cond, tan color, non-smoker, 185,000km, 393-2504 2001 CHEV Cavalier auto, good cond, good tires, runs great, highway mileage, 334-6265 1998 SUBARU Forester, manual, 230,200 kms, new radiator, snow tires, AWD, good cond, $3,200 obo, text 250-499-0495 1998 SUBARU Legacy automatic, good cond, $3,500. 334-7373 1992 BUICK Regal Grand Sport, 4-dr, sunroof, no body damage, runs good. $1,000.

335-5046 1992 C R O W N Vic, 105,000 km, serviced/well maintained, c/w inspection, super clean, $2,200 obo. 335-3868 1982 CHRYSLER Cordova slant 6, auto, make offer. 336-1695

Trucks

We Sell Trucks!

1-866-269-2783 • 9039 Quartz Rd. • Fraserway.com

2012 4X4 Toyota Tacoma, access cab, 4-cyl standard, new snow tires, good cond, $23,000 obo. 633-3347 2012 NISSAN XTerra, want a new vehicle for used price? 18,000km, Trail Green colour, immaculate, many extras, $29,900 336-0375 2011 DODGE Ram 2500 diesel 4X4 crew cab, 8ʼ box w/canopy & sliding deck, many features, 129,000kms, $34,500. 333-0451 2011 SUZUKI Grand Vitara JLX 4X4, loaded except leather, 49,000km, new Blizzak ice tires, 2.4l 4-cyl auto $18,500 obo. 335-3656 after 5:00pm

2010 DODGE 3500 Laramie dually, 4X4, 29,000kms, every option plus, mint cond, $65,000 obo. 668-4206 2010 DODGE Ram 3500 SLT auto, 4x4, long box, crew cab, camper tie-downs, tan color, custom headache rack/camo neoprene front seat covers, non-smoker, 87,000km $29,000, 334-7726 2009 SUBARU Tribeca Ltd, loaded, 7-seater, CD/DVD, heated seats, remote start, back-up camera, regularly serviced, 50,000kms, $22,900. 667-6752 2008 F250 supercab, 7' flatdeck, 5.4L V8, 4WD, auto, recently serviced, new windshield/battery, winter package, new tires/ rims, low kms. $11,500 obo. 334-3049 lv msg 2008 TOYOTA Tundra 4X4 crew cab, 5.7L, V8 6-spd auto w canopy & sliding deck, many more features, 129,000 kms, $27,000.

333-0451 2007 3500 Dodge Laramie, low mileage, 2 sets tires on rims, winter studded and summer, 336-1701 2007 CHEV 2500HD, Crew Cab 4X4, great unit, many options, trailer tow, fully serviced, new brakes/battery, must sell, $16,000. 633-4311 2007 TOYOTA Sienna limited AWD 7 passenger minivan, 74,000 kms, power sliding doors/rear hatch, sunroof, every option available, new winter tires on rims. 333-9020 2007 TOYOTA Tundra CrewMax Limited, 5.7l 4wd, loaded except navigation, 74,000km, sunroof, power rear window, exc cond, $25,000 obo. 334-4335 2005 F350 diesel Lariat, 4wd, long box, fully loaded, all engine updates, orig owner, exec cond, 160,000kms, $18,500. 334-9436 or 667-4463 2005 GMC Sierra, crew cab, leather, Bose stereo, lots of miles, regularly serviced, runs good, $6,500. 334-5739 2004 CHEV cube van 16ʼ, 143,000km, $9,800, 2000 F-450 cube van, 285,000km, 23” box, $10,900, 1989 E-350 cube van, 16ʼ box, $3,900. 333-0717 2004 FORD F250 XLT super duty 6L diesel auto, 4x4 crew cab, winter front, running boards, bed liner, major engine tune-up last year, $11,900 obo. 456-4981 2003 FORD F150 4x4, manual, c/w canopy, exc cond, new tires, low mileage, $7,400 obo. 689-7890 2002 GMC Sonoma SLS 4X4 quad cab, auto, 4.3L V6, power everything, 192,000 kms, exc body/mechanical cond, good rubber, full size spare, tow package, canopy, racks, $8,500. 393-3562 2001 DODGE 1 Ton Extended Van, separation between driver and cargo plus shelf unit, cell 336-0995 2000 FORD Excursion SUV, 130,000kms, seats 8, very clean, must sell, $9,500.

334-1006 2000 YUKON XL SLT, 198,000kms, exc shape, $7,500 obo. 633-3088 1996 CHEV 1500 Silverado Ext Cab w/canopy/suspension air bags, lots of recent work, needs brake master cylinder/steering column combo switch, $2,750 obo. 334-7262

SPRINT SLED for sale, mint cond, blue/yellow sled bag, snow hook incl, $900.

335-2103

TRUCK CANOPIES - in stock * new Dodge long/short box * new GM long/short box * new Ford long/short box Hi-Rise & Cab Hi - several in stock View at centennialmotors.com 393-8100 THULE MOUNTAINEER cargo box, 17 cu ft, exc cond with lock and keys, $275. 456-7297 BEW DIESEL engine, no valve cover, no timing cover, no intake fits a 2004 Jetta.

120,000km, $1,850 obo. 668-4550 1999-2003 VW Gold or Jetta engine, 100,000kms, complete, $1,200 obo.

668-4550 DIESEL INJECTION Pump for 1995 VW Golf, Passat, Jetta. 1.9L Turbo Diesel, $600 obo. 668-4550 VARIOUS CUMMINS engine parts for 2003 Ram 3500, turbo, fresh air intake with filter, intake plenum, inter-cooler. 633-6502 TOYOTA 2LT Diesel engine, running condition, no turbo, $600 obo. 668-4550 1994 BMW 328iS for parts. Blown engine.

Transmission, body & interior are good, $800. 334-5297 5-SPD STANDARD transmission for 1999-2004 VW Golf or Jetta TDI, $1,000, 334-5297 AUTOTRAN 5-SPD Triptronic transmission, BEW engine, 120,000km, code is 09A 321 105, $1,160.00. 334-5297

Pets LARGE DOG Whisperer dog crate, wood & metal, 250-651-7868

NEW FULLY insulated dog house for small to medium dog, measures 32"x32"x22 high, opening 12"x14", finished inside, shingled roof & painted. 668-7369 3/4 PUB & 1/4 chug pups 8-wks old, 4 males 1 female, have their first shots, call 633-5362 for appt. to view GIANT SIZE dog crate, paid $450, asking $350 obo, exc cond, 660-4723

TAITʼS CUSTOM TRAILER SALES 2-3-4- place snowmobile & ATV trailers Drive on Drive off 3500 lb axles

by Trailtech - SWS & Featherlight CALL ANYTIME: 334-2194 www/taittrailers.com RONʼS SMALL ENGINE SERVICES Repairs to Snowmobiles, Chainsaws, Lawnmowers, ATVʼs, Small industrial equipment.

Light welding repairs available 867-332-2333 lv msg

6 750X15 bias ply directional lug snow tires with tubes, good for plowng snow, $25 ea or offers, 667-6752 or 332-8706

633-6019

LOST/FOUND LOST

• MCINTyRE AREA, 10yrs old, black with white on chest and white toes, male, wearing camo collar with city tags. if found contact Jarmah @ 335-4802 • GRANGER AREA, choc. labX , f/s, wearing a black collar with pink paw prints on it, answers to Gunniss. if found contact mike @ 250-775-0570 (24-01-14) • MT. SIMA AREA, 7 yrs old, f/s, black and brown GSD/ HuskyX no collar right eye is half blue. if found contact mia @ 333-0383. (28/01/14).

• GRANGER AREA, choc. lab 5 months old, female, no collar. if found contact todd @ 332-3814 (28/01/14).

• PILOT MT., Husky, reddish brown, female, very shy, wearing green to red collar no tags, answers to red. if found contact lee or Jim @ 6683469. (31/01/14).

• ANNIE LAkE RD, 4yr old, black, sled dog, male, if found contact leanne @ 633-6502. (31/01/14).

FOUND

• none at this time.

IN FOSTER HOMES DOGS

633-6019 126 Tlingit Street

www.humanesocietyyukon.ca

• 5 year old, spayed female, lab/Pit Bull X, black (Gaia) • 6 months old, female, Husky/labX, blonde (Winnie) • 5 yr old, neutered male, labX collie, black (arlo)

DOGS

VALENTINE’S DAY wIShES 22 words for

PLOW TRUCK, 1989 Dodge Power Ram 4x4, short box single cab truck, Meyer hydraulic plow, $4,500. 334-1006

Auto Parts & Accessories

For inFormation call

CATS

• 11 month old, neutered male, DlH, grey (Deegan) • 6 months old, DSH, grey and white, neutered male (moss) • 2yr old, DSH, grey and white, neutered male (Sappy)

AT THE SHELTER

ALUMINUM CANOPY w/4-side lockers, 667-2940

WANTED: LOOKING for 4-wd mid-size pick-up truck, standard, with ext cab.

660-4321

2014

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

1991 GMC 1/2 ton, 6.2L diesel, air bags, needs work, make offer. 336-1695

RANGE RIDER truck canopy, long box, white, tinted windows, locks with keys, exc cond. $175. 456-7297

Help control the pet overpopulation problem

have your pets spayed or neutered.

RUNNING AT LARGE... if you have lost a pet, remember to check with city Bylaw: 668-8382

1992 DIESEL Pathfinder, right-hand drive, 190,000kms, $4,250 obo. 668-2773

1984 F-350 crew cab 4x4, gas, manual, $2,000 334-7373

WeDneSDay, FeBruary 5

Motorcycles & Snowmobiles

1994 SHUTTLE bus made into work truck, one passenger seat left, 7.3 diesel, good working order, $3,000. 335-5046

1990 TOYOTA Hiace, 4wd, 4-cyl diesel, auto, excellent fuel consumption, seats 8, middle seats swivel, 128,000 kms. $3,900.

333-9020

633-6019

WORKING LINE German shepherd pups, CKC reg. Imported world champion bloodlines, house broken, crate trained, in training, ideal for sport, personal protection, family, approved home only, $2,500. 668-6118

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Hi there! I’m Tom, I love meeting new people and cuddling right up to them. The staff are still getting to know me so keep checking back for more updates. Feel free to come on down and say ‘Hi’ sometime!

Hours of operation for tHe sHelter: Tues - Fri: 12:00pm-7:00pm • Sat 10:00am-6:00pm CloSed Sundays & Mondays

CLASSIC 7ʼ wooden sled in nice shape, c/w bag, hook etc. $650 obo. Tagish 399-3920

Pet of the Week!

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Pet Report

FREE TO good home male hypoallergenic poodle X . Quiet and calm very gentle demeanour. Would do well with children and likes cats. 335-6343

1995 FORD F250 Econoline van, runs, needs windshield/battery, insulated, and 1994 Ford Aerostar, runs, needs TLC, must go, info 333-9358

1990 NISSAN 4X4 5-spd, regular cab, c/w winch, extensive maintenance done, invoice available, c/w utility trailer electric hook-up, $2,500 obo. 633-2837

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Call 667-6285 ext. 201, or drop by our offiCe at 211 Wood St.

• 1 yr old, neutered male, Pekingese, white and brown (christmas) • 2 yr old, neutered male, black and white, Husky X (D.o.G) • 1 yr old, female, blonde, Husky/ lab X (lucky) • 5 months old, male, Husky, white (cupid) • 3 yr old, neutered male, GSD/ rottweiler, black and brown ( trouble) • 8 months old, male, StaffordshireX, black ( tank)

• 1yr old, neutered male, mastiffX, brindle and white (apollo) • 3yr old, neutered male, akita, grey and white (a.J.) • 4 mos old, female, Husky X, blonde (Bianca)

CATS

• 2 yr old, DSH, white and black, neutered male (tom) • 3 yr old, DmH, black and white, spayed female (cece) • 4 yr old, DSH, grey, neutered male, (mack)

SPECIAL • Homes needed for retired sled dogs. they would make excellent pets.

Please contact 668-3647 or kennelmanager@muktuk.com if your lost animal has been inadvertently left off the pet report or for more info on any of these animals, call 633-6019 or stop by 126 Tlingit Street.

Pets will be posted on the Pet report for two weeks. Please let us know after that time if you need them re-posted.

You can also check out our award winning website at:

www.Humanesocietyyukon.ca

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2007 SKI-DOO Summit HO Hill Climb Edition, 153" w new 2011 800 engine, 200 miles, $5,800, monster-177@hotmail.com 2 ARCTIC Cat 440s trail sleds, 1988 & 1989, ʻ89 has new motor/clutch, good cond, ʻ88 has torn track, good motor/clutch, good for parts, $2,400 for both. 334-7030 2001 POLARIS 800 RMK 151” track, black, low miles, exc cond, $3,000 obo. 334-4477 2013 SUMMIT XM 163, 1400 kms, lots of upgrades, fantastic sled in amazing shape. $12,500 obo. 335-3633

HOBART 225 amp portable gas powered welder/genset, 17 hp Kohler engine, comes on 4-wheeled steel wagon, $2,500 obo.

633-6502

Marine PROFESSIONAL BOAT REPAIR Fiberglass Supplies Marine Accessories FAR NORTH FIBERGLASS 49D MacDonald Rd Whitehorse, Yukon 393-2467

WANTED: OLD Hi-Boy trailers suitable to be used to build a bridge, 334-8960

250 SUZUKI Sport quad, mint cond, good for young rider, $750. 335-2103

98 SEA sport efi 5.0 liter/dp furuno radar raymarine chartplotter/fishfinder, autopilot 2012 9.9 highthrust kicker wallas two burner stove with blower under 500 hrs. $45,000 obo.

633-6502

2010 RMK assault, new 146 2/12 paddle track, new chain case sprockets/chain, 2 extra windshields, new sliders, ice scratchers, slp silencer, extra clutch weights, call or text 335-1983

HOUSEBOAT ATLIN Lake 12x54, refurbished, dishes, fish finder, life jackets, rod holders, ext. 14' front deck, 2 way radio, trailer, one year storage, moorage conditions apply, $55,000. 778-233-2855

2012 KODIAK Yamaha ATV 450 4x4 EPS, exc shape, 34.8 hrs and 105 km, c/w winch, plow, hitch, 4ʼ dump trailer, paid $9,900, asking $9,000 obo. 633-6855

18ʼ FREIGHTER canoe & trailer, 20 hp Johnson, exc cond, $3,200. 334-8912 lv msg

2002 ARCTIC Cat ZR800, 4" risers, new track, lots of extras, low miles. $2,200 obo.

335-1662 2002 SKANDIC super wide 500, $5,500 obo.

335-1509 2007 400 Outlande quad and plow, 336-1701 2009 KLX Kawasaki snow bike, c/w new tiers, low kms & hours, lots of upgrades, great dual season toy, $9,500. 334-1776 2010 KAWASAKI KLR 650 cc, 1,850 kms, on/off road, XL pants, jacket, helmet, saddle bags, exc cond, $5,400. 334-8912 lv msg SKIDOO CITATION 250 electric start, good cond, new track, $900 obo. 334-1006 2005 CAN Am Outlander Max 400 ATV, $4,500, have 2 of them, will sell together package deal. 334-1006 2005 ARGO Avenger, 8 wheel w/rubber tracks, windshield, soft enclosure, winch, ROPS canopy, 460 hrs, 2 spare tires, lots of good parts, $11,500. 334-7726 2008 SKI-DOO Tundra 800 4-stroke, 7,500km great cond, great on fuel, $7,000.

250-634 1594 for info

WANTED: RIVER tripping canoes 16ʼ or larger, good to great shape. (Royalex, ABS, or triple layer), am buying several units, 336-1709

HOTSY TRAIL Blazer Pressure Washer, trailer mounted, self-contained, 250 gal. water tank with 2 hose reels, perfect for construction, mining operations or your own business, cell 336-0995

Campers & Trailers TAITʼS TRAILERS www.taittrailers.com taits@northwestel.net Quality new and used Horse * Cargo * Equipment trailers For sale or rent Call Anytime 334-2194 Southern prices delivered to the Yukon 45ʼ VAN trailer, made into very nice home, lots of extras, water truck, generator, battery packs, inverters, $18,000 obo. 335-5046

REPOWER YOUR boat, new V-8 marine engine, omc transom assembly, $5,500 obo.

633-6502

48ʼ TRAILER & 53ʼ insulated trailer, $6,000 obo ea. 633-3088

2002 16.25ʼ Harbour Craft boat & trailer, 50 HP Johnson & 9.9 hp Yamaha, down rig, new winch, life jackets, exc cond, $14,000.

334-8912 lv msg

2008 8X12 double wide quad or snowmobile trailer, 336-1701

2002 10 1/2ʼ Frontier camper, 336-1701

Heavy Equipment

OLDER VANGUARD 8.5 ft. everything works, roof doesnʼt leak, one corner damaged, $800. 334-7373

HOBART 2 2 5 AMP, gas powered welder/genset on transport wagon, $2,500 obo. 633-6502

Coming Events

KUBOTA ENCLOSED genset 10kw, mounted on fuel tank and on wheels, $7,000. Lister 3 cyl, 14kw, mounted on oil sump, $5,000. 633-4822

ATLIN GUEST HOUSE Deluxe Lakeview Suites Sauna, Hot Tub, BBQ, Internet, Satellite TV Kayak Rentals In House Art Gallery 1-800-651-8882 Email: atlinart@yahoo.ca www.atlinguesthouse.com

DEUTZ 1 cyl, 5kw genset, $5,000. Lister 2 cyl, 4.5kw genset, $5,500. Ph 633-4822 LPW-2 CYL Lister 6kw genset, new engine, $6,000. 633-4822

2003 RXI Yamaha 1000 turbo sled, for parts or rebuild, low miles, $1,500. 334-5739

LISTER 3 cyl, 6kw genset, $5,500. Yanmar 8kw, low hrs, mounted on fuel tank, $7,000.

633-4822

1997 YAMAHA Venture 600, 2-up, great cond, must sell, $2,800 obo. 334-1006

BOBCAT S650, good condition, must sell, I canʼt drive. $1,000 firm. 334-4474

In Loving Memory of

Thomas Patrick

Brown

June 10th, 1971 - February 5th, 2006

Eight years have gone by, but you are in our hearts forever. ‘till we meet again Love, Dad, Mom, brother Darrell, aunties, uncles, & cousins

ATLIN - GLACIER VIEW CABINS “your quiet get away” Cozy self contained log cabins canoes, kayaks for rent Fax/Phone 250-651-7691 e-mail sidkatours@ atlin.net www.glacierviewcabins.ca GRANDPARENTS AND extended family: Having problems with access or custody?

Contact Grandparents Rights Assoc. of Yukon, meetings as needed. 821-3821 THE ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA Family Caregiver Support Group meets monthly. Group for family/friends caring for someone with Dementia. Info call Cathy 633-7337 or Joanne 668-7713 HOSPICE YUKON: Free, confidential services offering compassionate support to those facing advanced illness, death and bereavement. Visit our lending library @ 409 Jarvis, M-F 11:30-3:00, www.hospiceyukon.net, 667-7429 HORAIRE PISTE Chilkoot/Log Cabin: Multi-usage sauf du 7 au 9 février et du 28 fév. au 2 mars : activités non motorisées.

867-667-3910 CHILKOOT TRAIL/LOG Cabin: Non-Motorized Weekends: Feb 7-9 & Feb 28-Mar 2.

Other weekends & weekdays: Multi-Use. For info: 867-667-3910

Wednesday, February 5, 2014 SUPPORT GROUP for People who have had a diagnosis of cancer. First Monday of each month, Copper Ridge Place, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Next meeting February 3, 2014. Info: yukonsupport@hotmail.com FALUN GONG, an advanced practice of Buddha school self-cultivation. Fa study Monday, Wednesday, Friday at Wood Street Annex from 6 p.m. No charge. For an introduction to the practice call 633-6157 YUKON WIG Bank provides wigs, free of charge, to individuals suffering hair loss due to cancer treatment. For more information contact: yukonsupport@hotmail.com QUALITY ASSURANCE Course for Health Canada's COMMERCIAL MARIJUANA PROGRAM. February 22 & 23 Best Western Hotel, Kelowna, BC. Tickets: www.greenlineacademy.com or 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882 YUKON LIBERAL Party Leadership. Per YLP constitution 29A, this is notice of a leadership convention to be held March 1, 2014.

See ylp.ca for details LORNE MOUNTAIN Centre February 8th Coffeehouse, Two Piano Tornado with Annie Avery, Grant Simpson, doors open 7pm, tickets $18, info www.mountlorne.yk.net LORNE MOUNTAIN Centre Skate-A-Thon, February 16th 2:00pm. Join us for fundraising activity for the whole family, pledge forms, info on great prizes, www.mountlorne.yk.net MT LORNE Classic Ski Race 2014, Feb 22nd noon, info and registration @ www.mountlorne.yk.net LORNE MOUNTAIN Centre, Foodie Club meeting February 10th 7:00pm. Discover East India cuisine. Register 667-7083, more info www.mountlorne.yk.net YUKON CIRCLE of Change AGM Thursday February 6, 7:30, Whitehorse Library. Get involved in creating positive change in our community. www.yukoncircleofchange.com 2014/2015 FRENCH Immersion Kindergarten Info Night: Thur. Feb. 6th at Whitehorse Elementary: 6pm. Info: 667-8083 YUKON GREEN Party AGM, Friday, February 7th, 6:30pm, Whitehorse Public Library, election of directors, refreshments. Everyone welcome, come and volunteer.

633-3392 or yukongreenparty@gmail.com for details WORLD-RENOWNED COMPOSERS of sacred music, Don Besig and Nancy Price, Whitehorse United Church, Saturday, February 15. Workshop 9:00am-3:00pm. 667-2989 to register JACK HULLAND School Council, regular council meeting February 5, 2014, 7:00pm, school library, everyone welcome CONCERT FEATURING world-renowned composers of sacred music, Don Besig and Nancy Price, Whitehorse United Church, Saturday February 15, 7:00pm. Free-will offering WHITEHORSE UNITED Church is again offering Singing Valentines, February 14. We do phone Valentines too, better get your orders in soon. 667-2989 ZERO WASTE Garage Sale, Saturday, February 14th, 10:00am to 2:00pm, Canada Games Centre, $20/table by February 7th.

633-5402 for info ALL-CITY BAND Dessert & Dance, Feb 9, 2013 7:00pm featuring The Big Band, Westmark Whitehorse, tickets: Riverside Grocery, Dean's Strings, online @ allcityband.com Home-Baked Desserts!

WHERE DO I GET THE NEWS? The Yukon News is available at these wonderful stores in Whitehorse:

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The Deli Extra Foods Fourth Avenue Petro Gold Rush Inn Cashplan Klondike Inn Mac’s Fireweed Books Ricky’s Restaurant Riverside Grocery Riverview Hotel

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Coyote Video Goody’s Gas Green Garden Restaurant Heather’s Haven super A Porter Creek Trails north shoppers on Main shoppers Qwanlin Mall superstore superstore Gas Bar Tags well-Read Books westmark whitehorse Yukon Inn Yukon news Yukon Tire Edgewater Hotel

RIVERDALE:

38 Famous Video super A Riverdale Tempo Gas Bar

AND …

Kopper King Hi-Country RV Park McCrae Petro Takhini Gas Yukon College Bookstore

“YOUR COMMUNITY CONNECTION” WEDNESDAY * FRIDAY

COME TO the Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition's monthly meeting on Thursday, February 20, 5:00pm to 7:00pm at CYO Hall. Everyone welcome. Call 334-9317 YUKON BLUEGRASS Music Society AGM Thursday, Feb. 6th, 7:00pm, 3128 - 3rd Ave. (Smith House) All welcome ACTIVE TRAILS Whitehorse Association meeting Tuesday, Feb. 11, 7:00pm, Sports Yukon Boardroom, major topic, Rotary Centennial Bridge VALENTINE'S DINNER/DANCE at Tagish Community Hall, Feb. 15th, 5:00pm, potluck dinner, auction, live band, love story competition, $5 cover. More info 867-399-3407

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS in Whitehorse

MONDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 8:00 pm New Beginnings Group (OM,NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. TUESDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 7:00 pm Juste Pour Aujourd’hui 4141B - 4th Avenue.

8:00 pm Ugly Duckling Group (CM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. WEDNESDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St..

8:00 pm Porter Crk Step Meeting (CM) Our Lady of Victory, 1607 Birch St. 8:00 pm No Puffin (CM,NS) Big Book Study Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. THURSDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Grapevine Discussion Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 6:00 pm Young People’s Meeting BYTE Office, 2-407 Ogilvie Street 7:30 pm Polar Group (OM) Seventh Day Adventist Church 1609 Birch Street (Porter Creek) FRIDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Big Book Discussion Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 1:30 pm #4 Hospital Rd. (Resource Room) 8:00 pm Whitehorse Group (CM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. SATURDAY: 1:00 pm Sunshine Group (OM, NS) DETOX Building, 6118-6th Ave. 2:30 pm Women’s Meeting (OM) Whitehorse General Hospital (room across from Emergency) 7:00 pm Hospital Boardroom (OM, NS) SUNDAY: 1:00 pm Sunshine Group (OM, NS) DETOX Building, 6118-6th Ave. 7:00 pm Marble Group Hospital Boardroom (OM, NS)

NS - No Smoking OM - open mixed, includes anyone CM - closed mixed, includes anyone with a desire to stop drinking

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CAN-CAN KICK-OFF, Friday, Feb. 7, 7:00pm-9:00pm, Westmark Whitehorse. Itʼs time to Rendezvous, the Can-Can Kick-off is here. Come & check out our amazing new can-can lines sponsored by Air North RENDEZVOUS VOLUNTEER Recruitment Friday, Feb. 7, 6:00pm-7:00pm, Westmark Whitehorse. Rendezvous would not happen without our amazing volunteers. Come out and be part of our 50th anniversary festival

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS Yukon Communities & Atlin, B.C.

Beaver Creek Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Carcross Y.T. Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.

Library Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre Carmacks Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Dawson City Y.T.

Thursday - 8:00 p.m.

New Beginners Group Richard Martin Chapel Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre Saturday 7:00 p.m.

Community Support Centre 1233 2nd Ave.

YUKON GUILD of Needlearts meet Thurs.

Feb 13th 7:00pm, Whse Public Library. Bring your friends & kit & ideas for ATC. Preserving the art of embroidery. Info 633-4026 SACRED MUSIC composers, Besig and Price at Whitehorse United Church Saturday, Feb. 15. Workshop 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. To register 667-2989; Concert at 7 p.m. All Welcome.

SAVATE IS an empty handed fighting form using the feet, the hands, and other body parts Come try at Aikido Dojo on Baxter St. Thursday, 6:00pm to 7:30pm. savateyukon.weebly.com LORNE MOUNTAIN Community Centre, planning meeting for Northern Backyard Gardening program, Saturday February 15 2.30 pm, drop in, info at 667-7083 HAMLET OF Mt Lorne LAC Monthly meeting, Tuesday February 11th LMCC 7pm, all welcome NON-RESTRICTED CANADIAN firearms safety course presented by Whitehorse Rifle and Pistol Club, Feb 15 & 16 . For more info call 334-1688 or 667-6728 YUKON WHOLISTIC Health Network Annual General Meeting, 7:00pm, Wednesday, March 5, Whitehorse Public Library. Everyone welcome! 667-6030 for more info

Services - INSULATION Upgrade your insulation & reduce your heating bills Energy North Construction Inc. (1994) for all your insulation & coating needs Cellulose & polyurethane spray foam Free estimate: 667-7414

Bookkeeper Taking new clients 393-3201 BUSY BEAVERS Painting, Pruning Hauling, Snow Shovelling and General Labour Call Francois & Katherine 456-4755 SHARPENING SERVICES. For all your sharpening needs - quality sharpening, fair price & good service.

At corner of 6th & Strickland.

667-2988 BACKHAULS, WHITEHORSE to Alberta.

Vehicles, Furniture, Personal effects etc.

Daily departures, safe secure dependable transportation at affordable rates. Please call Pacific Northwest Freight Systems @ 667-2050 THOMAS FINE CARPENTRY • construction • renovation • finishing • cabinets • tiling • flooring • repairs • specialty woodwork • custom kitchens 867-633-3878 or cell 867-332-5531 thomasfinecarpentry@northwestel.net NORTHRIDGE BOBCAT SERVICES • Snow Plowing • Site Prep & Backfills • Driveways • Post Hole Augering • Light Land Clearing • General Bobcat Work Fast, Friendly Service 867-335-1106 LOG CABINS & LOG HOMES Quality custom craftsmanship Using only standing dead local timber For free estimate & consultation contact: Eldorado Log Builders Inc. phone: 867.393.2452 website: www.ykloghomes.com

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Destruction Bay Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Commercial & Residential

Faro Y.T.

Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Haines Junction Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Snow Removal

Mayo Y.T.

Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Old Crow Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Pelly Crossing Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Tuesday - 8:00 p.m.

Soaring Eagles Sewing Centre

Teslin Y.T. Wednesday - 7:00pm Wellness Centre #4 McLeary Friday - 1:30p.m.

Health Centre Watson Lake Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

LOG CABINS: Professional Scribe Fit log buildings at affordable rates.

Contact: PF Watson, Box 40187, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 6M9 668-3632

AL-ANON MEETINGS contact 667-7142

Has your life been affected by someone’s drinking ???

WEDNESDAY 12:00 noon Hellaby Hall, 4th & Elliott

CLOSED DEC. 25TH FOR CHRISTMAS

FRIDAY

7:00 pm Lutheran Church Basement Beginners Mtg ( 4th & Strickland )

PASCAL PAINTING CONTRACTOR PASCAL AND REGINE Residential - Commercial Ceilings, Walls Textures, Floors Spray work Excellent quality workmanship Free estimates pascalreginepainting@northwestel.net 633-6368

IBEX BOBCAT SERVICES “Country Residential Snow Plowing” •Post hole augering •Light landscaping •Preps & Backfills Honest & Prompt Service Amy Iles Call 667-4981 or 334-6369

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CITYLIGHT RENOS Flooring, tiling, custom closets Painting & trim, kitchens & bathrooms Fences & gates Landscaping & gardening Quality work at reasonable rates Free estimates Sean 867-332-1659 citylightrenos@gmail.com

S.V.P. CARPENTRY Journey Woman Carpenter Interior/Exterior Finishing/Framing Small & Medium Jobs “Make it work and look good.”

Call Susana (867) 335-5957 susanavalerap@live.com www.svpcarpentry.com

SELKIRK

FIRST NATION

expression of interest Selkirk First Nation is seeking interested individuals for one contract position as Chief Returning Officer, and one contract position as Deputy Chief Returning Officer to administer the Selkirk First Nation General Election, according to the Selkirk First Nation Election Act (2013).

Interested individuals can obtain a Request for Proposal package from the Selkirk First Nation office.

The deadline for submissions is February 7th, 2014, at 4:30 p.m.

Inquiries or submissions can be sent by email or facsimile to:

SelkiRk FiRSt NatiON

attention: albert Drapeau, executive Director PHONe: 867-537-3331 | FaCSiMile: 867-537-3902 eMail: execdir@selkirkfn.com

(867) 336-3570

Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Telegraph Creek B.C.

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.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Parking Lots, Sidewalks, Rooftops and Sanding

Ross River Y.T. Tagish Y.T. Monday 7:30pm Lightwalkers Group Bishop’s Cabin, end of road along California Beach

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The Yukon government has recently received an expression of interest (EOI) for the development of an eco-wilderness resort at Stoney Mountain on Millhaven Bay near Carcross.

As part of the process, the Yukon government is required to determine if there are other private interests that may wish to submit a competitive proposal.

Information on the size, scope and vision of the proposed project can be found at: http://inecdevcorp.com/2014/ project-proposals/the-lodge-at-stoney-mountainproposal/ Interested parties are requested to advise the Energy, Mines and Resources Land Management Branch, in writing by 4:00 p.m. February 28, 2014 to: Director, Land Management Branch (K320), P.O. Box 2703, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6 For further information please contact the EMR Land Management Branch at 667-3150 or call toll free 1-800-661-0408.

8:00 pm Lutheran Church Basment Regular Mtg ( 4th & Strickland )

Want to get involved with the Humane Society?

Become a volunteer and join the Board, walk dogs or help with a fundraiser; it all helps!

Call 633-6019 today to find out how you can become involved!

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TITAN DRYWALL Taping & Textured Ceilings 27 years experience Residential or Commercial No job too small Call Dave 336-3865

ELECTRICIAN FOR all your jobs Large or small Licensed Electrician Call MACK N MACK ELECTRIC for a competitive quote!

867-332-7879

SUBARU GURU Fix•Buy•Sell Used Subarus 30 year Journeyman Mechanic Towing available Mario 333-4585

SNOW CLEARING/REMOVAL Sidewalks, Driveways, Parking lots, Compounds Private and Commercial Properties Fast and reliable service Aurora Toolcat Services 867-334-8447

Kitchen or Restaurant for Lease Town and Mountain Hotel

MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE CANADA-YUKON BUSINESS SERVICES CENTRE Project Description: The Department of Economic Development is seeking a business or organization to assume the development, management, operation, and staffing of the Canada-Yukon Business Services Centre (CYBSC).

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 28, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385.

Technical questions may be directed to Ian Young at (867) 667-5753.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

Budo-Taijutsu-Ninjutsu Private, semi-private & group classes Esoteric lessons for the modern warrior More than self defence, This is a lifeʼs journey Sensei Jason Wyatt, Moku Senshi 334-3480 Property Management for Condos Accounting, Contractors, Reserve studies.

North of 56 Property Mgmt Call 332-7444 FINISHING CARPENTRY & RENOVATIONS For Clean, Meticulous & Tasteful Quality Work INTERIOR Design & organization of walk-in closets, laundry & storage room, garage Kitchen & Bathrooms, Flooring, Wood & Laminate, Stairs.

EXTERIOR Decks, Fences, Insulation, Siding, Storage Shed DIDIER MOGGIA 633-2156 or cell 334-2156

401 Main Street Apply to Kayle Tel: 668-7644 Fax: 668-5822 Email: info@townmountain.com

REqUEST FOR PROPOSAl

SNOW CLEARING No job too big or too small Skid Steer & Trailer Call Lawrence at 335-3390

PUbLIc TENDER STANDING OFFER AGREEMENTS FOR THIRD PARTY EQUIPMENT RENTALS Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 26, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385. Technical questions may be directed to Jenny Richards at (867) 393-6387.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

This tender is subject to Chapter Five of the Agreement on Internal Trade.

Bidders are advised to review documents to determine Certificate of Recognition (COR) requirements for this project.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

REqUEST FOR PROPOSAL SOUTHERN LAKES REMOTE RECREATION LOT LEGAL SURVEY Project Description: Legal survey services to survey 20 recreational lots on the Tagish and Bennett Lakes.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 24, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385.

Technical questions may be directed to Rick Goryczca at (867) 667-3453.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

Wednesday, February 5, 2014 Lost & Found

FITNESS EXERCISE ball for strengthening, conditioning & balance training, c/with instructions. 668-5786

FOUND: SET of keys in Porter Creek at the top of Pine street on the trail. Call 633-4618

Livestock

FOUND: LACOSTE prescription glasses on corner of 12th Ave and Spruce St. in Porter Creek, around Jan 13th. 633-3810 to claim

QUALITY YUKON MEAT Dev & Louise Hurlburt Grain-finished Hereford beef Domestic wild boar Order now for guaranteed delivery Payment plan available Samples on request 668-7218 335-5192

FOUND: SET of keys at Golden Horn school, Dodge ram key & others, 667-8130 LOST: GLASSES in soft brown case D/T area, has Harley Davidson on side arm, round transition-type lenses, text or call Bill 333-9066

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Guaranteed to receive your full investment back. Minimal time required. Pay after machines are installed. Exclusive rights available; www.locationfirstvending.com.

1-855-933-3555.

Sports Equipment SNOWSHOES, TSL-225. Excellent quality and condition. One pair $60. Two pairs $100.

Solid price. 335-7535

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Economic Development

Highways and Public Works

Energy, Mines and Resources

Yukon Water Board – Application Notice Yukon Water Notice Office des eaux duBoard Yukon –– Application Avis de demande

Office des eaux du Yukon – Avis de demande

Application Number Numéro de la demande

Applicant/Licensee Demandeur/Titulaire

Water Source Location Point d’eau/Lieu

Type of Undertaking Type d’entreprise

Deadline for Comments 4:00pm Date limite pour commentaires, avant 16 h

PM13-038

Joseph West

Placer Mining

March 3, 2014

PM13-035

5582 Yukon Ltd

Big Skookum Gulch Indian River and Ruby Creek

Placer Mining

March 3, 2014

Any person may submit comments or recommendations, in writing, by the deadline for notice.

Applications are available for viewing on the Yukon Water Board’s online registry, WATERLINE at http://www.yukonwaterboard.ca or in person at the Yukon Water Board office. For more information, contact the Yukon Water Board Secretariat at 867-456-3980.

Toute personne peut soumettre ses commentaires ou ses recommandations à l’Office avant la date limite indiquée sur le présent avis.

Pour voir les demandes, consultez le registre en ligne WATERLINE au http://www.yukonwaterboard.ca ou rendez-vous au bureau de l’Office des eaux du Yukon. Pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez communiquer avec le secrétariat de l’Office au 867-456-3980.

in the matter of the estate of

DAvID ChRISTOpER BOyLE Deceased, of Whitehorse, Yukon territory, who was found deceased on september 27th, 2013, near Jake’s Corner, Yukon territory. all persons having claims against the above mentioned estate are requested to file a claim, supported by Statutory Declaration, with the undersigned, on or before march 7, 2014, after which date the said estate will be distributed, having reference only to claims which have been so filed.

all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the estate in care of the undersigned: Christine m. hakim Lamarche pearson Barristers & solicitors 505 Lambert street Whitehorse, Yukon Y1a 1Z8

HORSE HAVEN HAY RANCH Dev & Louise Hurlburt Irrigated Timothy/Brome mix Small square & round bales Discounts for field pick up or delivery Straw bales also for sale 335-5192 • 668-7218 HAY FOR SALE Good variety of excellent quality hay 1st cut alfalfa/timothy mix (65/35%) 60-65 lb, $14.50 2nd cut alfalfa/timothy mix (90/10%) $15 Brome/timothy/orchard grass mix $14.50 Plus we have our own brome hay, $12 for 50-55 lb Oat straw bales $7 Nielsen Farms - Maureen at 333-0615 or email: yukonfarm@gmail.com Fresh free run farm eggs for sale. $6.00 / dozen Phone 633-4249 HERITAGE BREEDING sow for sale, Berkshire/Tamworth mix, 335-4431 LOOKING FOR a companion horse for boarding close to Whitehorse. Will be well cared for. 633-3086 LOOKING FOR Yukoners to go in on buying Chantecler hens, if anyone sells them locally, give me a call at 668-2768

Baby & Child Items CHILDRENʼS CLOTHING in excellent condition, given freely the first & third Saturday monthly at the Church of the Nazarene, 2111 Centennial. 633-4903 ONE-PIECE BOYʼS snowsuit, size 3+, blue/black/grey, pretty new, $60. 393-2630 DOUBLE STROLLER, converts to bike trailer, $40, 2 infant car seats w base, $5 ea, crib & matching change table, $75.

250-651-7868 2-SEATER BIKE trailer, CCM, pretty new, $150. 393-2630

Childcare MAY-MAY'S FAMILY Day Home in Cowley Creek has two (18 months & up) spaces available M-F 7:30-3:30pm.

Hot meals and diapers included.

Day Home is closed on all school holidays (Christmas/Spring breaks & summers from July to mid-August) Please call Mary @ 668-3348 for more info LOLAʼS DAYHOME Located downtown Has spaces available for children 6 months & up ECE with more than 12 years of experience Fully licensed Call 668-5185 days or 667-7840 evenings

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of

Kimberly Dwayne Klippert,

of Mayo, Yukon, Deceased, who died on September 8, 2013, are hereby required to send them to the undersigned Executor at the address shown below, before the 28th day of February, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which they have notice.

AND FURTHER, all persons who are indebted to the Estate are required to make payment to the Estate at the address below.

BY Cheryl Klippert c/o Lackowicz & Hoffman Suite 300, 204 Black Street Whitehorse, Y.T. Y1A 2M9 Tel: (867) 668-5252 Fax: (867) 668-5251

Rosieʼs Day Home Opening May 1, 2014 Day/Night/Weekend Spots available Call 668-3448

Furniture TV/STEREO CABINET (or other uses), 4ʼ high, black with glass doors on castors, offers. 333-9020.

BUNK BEDS, bottom converts to desk, $250, sleigh bed/mattress, $200, cabinet/hutch, $250, 6 matching wooden chairs, $100, 2 pine dressers, $100 & $75, desk/chair, $250, wood dresser $30.

250-651-7868 BLACK ENTERTAINMENT centre, fits 32” TV, $40. 393-2630 WOOD TRUNK w padded top for storage, good cond, $25. 334-7250 OFFICE DESK (5.3ʼx24”), metal, adjustable height office chair, exc cond, $100. 334-7250 QUEEN-SIZE INFLATABLE mattress bed plus Woods air pump, never used. 668-5786

Garage Keepers’

Lien Act Please take notice that

John’s Auto Repair,

intends to sell, by public auction, one 1999 Dodge Pickup, R2500, 5.9L Inline 6 VIN: 3B7KF22D9WG137168 It is believed that this vehicle belongs to Earl Watson of Whitehorse, Yukon.

The public auction will be held Wednesday, February the 15th at 7:00 AM at John’s Auto Repair, Lot 128, Golden Horn Subdivision.

REqUEST FOR PROPOSAL CUSTODIAL SERVICES FOR YWCH&SB (WORKERS’ COMPENSATION), BLDG#1936 Project Description: Provide custodial services, cleaning supplies and equipment at Workers’ Compensation Building, as per specifications, standards, and task schedule.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is March 12, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385.

Technical questions may be directed to Ross Lindley at (867) 667-3175.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

Highways and Public Works

Advertising

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Wednesday, February 5, 2014 SOLID DARK brown bunkbeds comes with mattresses, $600. firm. 668-4374 or 333-9813

Personals CITIZENS ON PATROL. Do you have concerns in your neighborhood & community?

Be part of the solution! Volunteer valuable time to the C.O.P.S. program. With your eyes & ears we can help stomp out crime.

Info: RCMP 867-667-5555

REqUEST FOR PROPOSAL INTERNAL TRADE SUPPORT SERVICES Project Description: To provide support services in developing, presenting and implementing its position and recommendations in the internal trade arena.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 27, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385. Technical questions may be directed to Lisa Badenhorst at (867) 456-3909.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

DRUG PROBLEM? Narcotics Anonymous meetings Wed. 7pm-8pm #2 - 407 Ogilvie St. BYTE Office FRI. 7pm-8:30pm 4071 - 4th Ave Many Rivers Office

PUBLIC TENDER FIRE ALARM UPGRADES GADZOOSDAA RESIDENCE - BLDG.#1315 WHITEHORSE, YUKON Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 20, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385.

Technical questions may be directed to Tim Ekholm at (867) 456-5349.

Site Visit: February 12, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

The Yukon Business Incentive Policy will apply to this project.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html Government of Yukon Highways and Public Works

ARE YOU MÉTIS? Are you registered?

Would you like to be involved?

There is a Yukon Metis Nation that needs your support Contact 668-6845

REqUEST FOR PROPOSAL PROVISION AND DELIVERY OF PHARMACY SERVICES TO COPPER RIDGE PLACE, MACAULAY LODGE AND THOMSON CENTRE Project Description: Standing Offer Agreement (SOA) with Continuing Care for provision and delivery of pharmacy services to Copper Ridge Place, Macaulay Lodge and Thomson Centre.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 18, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385.

Technical questions may be directed to Adeline Griffin at (867) 6618750.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

Highways and Public Works

REqUEST FOR PROPOSAL

REqUEST FOR PROPOSAL

TECHNICAL ADVISORY SERVICES RELATED TO SURFACE AND GROUND WATER FOR YUKON MINE SITES AND MINE REMEDIATION PROJECTS

BRIDGING CONSULTING / PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES: YWCHSB BUILDING ADDITION

Project Description: Provision of technical advisory services related to surface and ground water issues for Yukon mine sites and mine remediation projects for use by the Assessment and Abandoned Mines branch of Energy, Mines and Resources.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 27, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385.

Technical questions may be directed to Carenn Kormos at (867) 3937429.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

Project Description: Provide Bridging Consultant / Project Management services throughout the Design-Build contract for construction of a proposed new 1,022 SM (11,000 SF) multi-story building at the Yukon Workers’ Compensation Health and Safety Board (YWCHSB) building at 401 Strickland, Whitehorse Yukon.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 26, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385.

Technical questions may be directed to Jim Stephens at (867) 667-5450.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

Yukon Workers Compensation Health and Safety Board

Project Description: Provide planning and business analysis services to support information technology projects Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 26, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385. Technical questions may be directed to Tim Green, PEng at (867) 456-5570.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

This tender is subject to Chapter Five of the Agreement on Internal Trade.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

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REquEST FOR PROPOSAL LARGE MAMMAL-VEHICLE COLLISIONS Project Description: To develop a database of large mammal-vehicle collisions on Yukon numbered highways and public roads for the period 2000 to present based on data archived within the Departments of Environment and Highways and Public Works; to provide a GIS-based analysis of high collision areas and to prepare a literature-review driven report of wildlife-vehicle collision mitigation measures that are relevant to Yukon’s environment, society, and economy which also includes recommendations for implementation.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is February 19, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385.

Technical questions may be directed to Alain Fontaine at (867) 536-3214.

The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html

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Energy, Mines and Resources

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Highways and Public Works

Health and Social Services Economic Development

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2014 SUBCOMPACT CAR OF THE YEAR

1.6 SL Tech model showns SR model showns

2014 VERSA NOTE 2014 SENTRA

• BETTER COMBINED FUEL EFFICIENCY THAN YARIS AND FIT* • BEST-IN-CLASS TOTAL INTERIOR VOLUME† • BETTER COMBINED FUEL EFFICIENCY THAN CIVIC AND ELANTRA* • STANDARD HEADLIGHT LED ACCENTS AND LED TAILLIGHTS

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Monday to Friday 9 am to 5:30 pm Sales OPEN Saturday 10 am to 2 pm For service on all makes call 667-4435

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The Totally Redesigned 2014 ROGUE

• BETTER FUEL ECONOMY (HWY) THAN ESCAPE AND CR-V* • AVAILABLE 3RD ROW SEATING

• AVAILABLE INTUITIVE ALL WHEEL DRIVE • LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS • DIVIDE-N-HIDE CARGO SYSTEM®

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Representative semi-monthly lease offer based on new 2014 Versa Note 1.6 S (B5RG54 AA00), manual transmission/2014 Sentra 1.8 S (C4LG54 AA00), manual transmission/2014 Rogue S FWD (Y6RG14 AA00), CVT transmission. 0%/0%/3.9% lease APR for a 39/39/60 month term equals 78/78/120 semi-monthly

for errors in data on third party websites. 12/17/2013. Offers subject to change, continuation or cancellation without notice. Offers have no cash alternative value. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. ©1998-2013 Nissan Canada Inc. and Nissan Financial Services Inc. a division of Nissan Canada Inc.

stackable trading dollars. Retailers are free to set individual prices. Offers valid between Feb. 1-28, 2014. †Global Automakers of Canada Entry Level Segmentation. MY14 Versa Note v. MY13/14 competitors. *All information compiled from third-party sources including manufacturer websites. Not responsible for errors

applicable are included. License, registration, air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Finance and lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except

Price for a new 2014 Versa Note 1.6 SL Tech (B5TG14 NA00), Xtronic CVT® transmission/Sentra 1.8 SR (C4SG14 AA00), CVT/Rogue SL AWD Premium model (Y6DG14 BK00), CVT transmission. ≠s Freight and PDE charges ($1,567/$1,567/$1,630), certain fees, manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where

available only on 2014 Versa Note 1.6 S (B5RG54 AA00), manual transmission/Sentra 1.8 S (C4LG54 AA00), manual transmission. This offer is only available on lease offers of an 39 month term only and cannot be combined with any other offer. Conditions apply. s Models shown $20,585/$21,565/$34,728 Selling

is $5,356/$6,156/$18,289. $950/$950 NF Lease Cash included in advertised price, applicable only on 2014 Versa Note 1.6 S (B5RG54 AA00), manual transmission/Sentra 1.8 S (C4LG54 AA00), manual transmission through subvented lease through Nissan Finance. $200/$400 dealer participation included and

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payments of $69/$79/$138 with $0/$0/$1,850 down payment, and $0 security deposit. First semi-monthly payment, down payment and $0 security deposit are due at lease inception. Prices include freight and fees. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km/year with excess charged at $0.10/km. Total lease obligation

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