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“one-time” funding increases to legal aid multiple times in recent years. ast year Yukon’s legal aid Along with last year’s lobbied the government funds, the government for about $400,000 in provided legal aid with a increased core funding. Yesone-time funding increase of terday they received $21,000. $180,000 in the 2010/11 year There was barely any into cover high-cost cases. crease in the funding for the It also provided $235,000 in Yukon Legal Services Society, additional, one-time funding which runs the territory’s to cover legal aid’s high-cost legal aid, in the 2014-2015 cases for 2011/12. budget.

Clarke said the government That’s despite the govneeds to acknowledge stark ernment stepping in with differences in funding across $200,000 in “one-time” fund- the country. ing late last year. At that time, “At some point, either recthe office was so strapped for ognize it or have the intestinal cash it had to suspend some fortitude to say, ‘We don’t services and leave one lawyer believe these are important position unfilled. services,’” he said.

But executive director Nils “Actually say this publicly, Clarke still holds out hope his ‘We don’t believe these are organization will get more public services and we believe money for they coming year.

YLAS should provide a very Back in October, Yukon bare-bones (service). Number Justice Minister Mike Nixon 13 out of 13 Canadian jurisordered the Department of dictions as far as quantity, Justice to review legal aid’s quality and breadth of serbudget and come back with a vices.’” report and recommendations Legal aid is paid for with a by the end of 2013. combination of federal and Clarke said he is under the territorial money. impression that the budget As of right now, $864,000 as it sits now was “locked in of legal aid’s $1.639 million a while ago” and work is still core funding comes from the being done in cabinet regard- federal government. ing a possible increase.

According to Canadian “YLAS has not been told Centre for Justice Statistics, as to whether the cabinet the total amount of money submission has been either spent on legal aid in the accepted or rejected,” he said. Northwest Territories for the When asked about the 2011/12 year was about $5.3 funding yesterday, Premier million. In Nunavut it was Darrell Pasloski deferred $8.3 million. That year in the questions to his justice minYukon legal aid cost $1.9 milister. lion.

“There’s been work that’s According to the CCJS been going on between the report numbers provided by government and them, so Clarke last year, in 2011/12 I just think that we have to the Yukon territorial governwait. Certainly we’ve looked ment’s contribution was 45 at what the funding has been per cent. there. There has been an asIn the N.W.T. the territosessment that’s been done in rial government paid 81 per terms of what the services cent of the bills that year. In are,” he said.

Nunavut that number is 78 Nixon was not available per cent. for comment in time for According to the same report, in 2011/12 Yukon’s legal today’s paper. aid had 1,390 approved appliThe government has given Ashley Joannou News Reporter

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That is the highest number of approvals among the three territories.

Not having a direct yes or no answer on the core budget increase is putting his organization in a difficult position when it comes to planning for the next year, Clarke said.

Prior to the government stepping in last year, legal aid suspended services for things like disputes over employment insurance, social assistance benefits, landlord and tenant matters and refugee cases.

Clarke said the empty position has since been filled.

“I think we certainly will wait for the final decision to be made prior to having to make any announcements about any service cuts,” he said.

“We certainly hope that never has to happen.”

NDP justice critic Lois Moorcroft said the government’s decision demonstrates its “failure to plan.”

“It says that the government does not seem to see the provision of legal aid services as a priority.”

Moorcroft said strong legal aid core funding is important because it provides support for vulnerable people in the community. “(The government) don’t seem to know how to plan based on real life – based on what’s actually happening in the communities and in the organizations that serve the public,” she said.

Clarke said the government needs to stand by whatever decision it makes.

“If their decision is for there to be a very bare bones, cut rate, not very good legal aid plan, then they should go to their electorate and go to their constituents and say, ‘That’s what we believe.’”

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Yukon budget breaks a billion, again Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter

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remier Darrell Pasloski announced another record budget for the Yukon this week.

On Tuesday he told the Yukon legislature that his government will spend $1.3 billion in the 2014/2015 fiscal year. The government is planning for a $72 million surplus.

The territory’s key revenue source remains a federal transfer payment that continues to grow. Total transfers from the government of Canada are expected to top $1 billion for the first time in 2014/2015.

He told a Yukon Chamber of Commerce lunch last week that his goal is for Yukon to become a net contributor to Canada.

“We still have a ways to go,” he said later in an interview. “We’re still reliant upon a territorial formula financing that comes from the federal government. So there’s more work to be done, but I believe that we’re on the right path.”

The capital budget for this year is $293 million, again the largest in Yukon’s history.

Major expenditures include $65 million on highway and bridge work, and $28 million towards a new F.H. Collins school.

Over the last year the government failed to spend close to $40 million it had allotted for capital projects. This was due to delays on projects like the F.H. Collins school.

“The bottom line is I’m not happy that that money didn’t get spent,” said Pasloski in a news conference. “I think that it could have been used in the economy last year.”

The premier also announced plans for big spending down the road.

The government will spend $2 million this year towards planning a new hydro dam. This power could be used to fuel the mines that will drive Yukon’s economy in the future, Pasloski said in his budget address.

“Yukon’s current total capacity from all sources – hydro, diesel and wind – is only 147.6 megawatts. Most mining companies in Yukon today are planning to utilize liquefied natural gas to meet their power needs. Hydro power would be much cleaner and more affordable and increase the vi-

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Yukon Premier Darrell Pasloski presents his 2014 budget speech to open the spring sitting of the territorial legislature on March 25, 2014.

ability of many existing and future mining operations.”

The government has also promised a new 300-bed continuing care facility in Whitehorse. It will spend $6.9 million this year on planning.

The first phase will be a 150-bed

facility, with the potential to expand as need increases.

NDP Opposition Leader Liz Hanson said these plans do not reflect what Yukon seniors want.

“I don’t know many seniors who dream of living in a 300-bed facility,”

she said in a news release. “And what about seniors who live in Yukon communities? Is the government planning to centralise services in Whitehorse once again?”

The Yukon Party is “spending like drunken sailors” in this budget, said Liberal Leader Sandy Silver in a news release.

“The Yukon Party has stumbled around for two and a half years – not listening to Yukoners and with no vision for the future. They have now made a decision and plan to try to spend their way to re-election.”

The heavy spending in a short window will ensure that more contracts go to Outside companies, he said.

“The short-term political goals of the government are the top priority, not properly managed and well-timed spending.”

The premier also promised spending to upgrade the Yukon’s telecommunications infrastructure.

The government will subsidize wireless communications infrastructure so that every community has access to the equivalent of 4G cellular service by 2017. That will cost $760,000 over the next two years.

The government has also earmarked $600,000 to plan a fibre optic link between Whitehorse and Juneau, Alaska. That would give the Yukon a second telecommunications link to Outside, reducing the risk of outages and encouraging competition.

The small business tax rate will be cut from four per cent to three per cent this year, said Pasloski.

And the government will initiate a red tape review to report on administrative burdens on business and suggest targets to reduce them.

Yukon will also review its business incentive program, which subsidizes contractors to the government when they source labour and materials locally.

And the premier also promised investments in tourism. First Nation cultural centres will get $500,000 this year, and $590,000 will go to promoting Yukon as a tourism destination in overseas markets.

The budget will be debated in the Yukon legislature over the coming weeks.

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Repairs planned for Ross River bridge Ashley Joannou

An engineering report from September found that the footbridge over the Pelly River is at risk of he Yukon government may imminent collapse and poses a save Ross River’s footbridge threat to human safety. after all.

The bridge was constructed by Yesterday the territory anthe U.S. Army in 1944 to carry an nounced it would issue a request oil pipeline over the river, and was for proposals to stabilize the later retrofitted as a footbridge. It 70-year-old suspension bridge so has been in disrepair for decades. it is no longer at risk of collapse.

On top of the risk to people, This comes after residents of the the ferry runs on a cable next to community camped out on the the bridge. If the structure fell, it ice this month to prevent concould cause damage to the ferry tractors from demolishing the and harm the people on board, structure. government officials have said.

Until now the government had Yesterday, Premier Darrell repeatedly insisted the bridge is Pasloski insisted that his govunsafe and needs to come down. ernment’s priority is still public News Reporter

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safety.

“What has changed is that we’re going to look at … options to stabilize the structure, and that will allow the ferry to operate once it’s stable,” he said.

“We’ve heard a lot of people talk about different opportunities that could exist, and really we’ve heard very clearly from the community. It certainly has got the support of the community.”

Community members first took to Facebook expressing their desire to keep the historic structure.

Then earlier this month a group began camping out around the clock in what was seen as a

last-ditch effort to save the bridge.

One local engineer, Robert Wills, insisted the footbridge could be made safe with only minor repairs.

Last week the premier sent top party officials to the area to meet with the community.

So far the government has only committed to stabilizing the bridge so options for repair can be considered. It’s unclear how much it will cost, or what will happen to the contractor who was hired to take it down. The $171,490 contract to take down the bridge was awarded to Klondike Welding Ltd. Ross River Dena Council Chief

Brian Ladue praised the government for its decision.

“We feel that together our respective governments can find solutions to secure, make safe, and then restore the historic bridge,” he said in a statement.

NDP MLA Kevin Barr said he was glad the government relented, calling it “a huge testament to the people of Ross River and the determination to protect our shared heritage.”

“It’s important, and finally the government is realizing that,” he said.

– With files from Jacqueline Ronson Contact Ashley Joannou at ashleyj@yukon-news.com

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The $17 million that Pasloski references relates to the differremier Darrell Pasloski is ence between the lowest bid on telling Yukoners that his the construction contract for government has saved $17 mil- the old design and the winning lion by overhauling the F.H. bid for the construction conCollins school reconstruction tract on the new design. project.

But it is a poor reflection of In fact, it spent several years the actual cost of the school and at least $5 million designreconstruction project. ing a school that would never Around election time in be built. Those plans were 2011 the government promscrapped when costs spiralled ised it would open a school by out of control. New designs August 2013 for a total budget cribbed from Alberta will see of $52.5 million. That price tag a smaller school for about the was later upped to $56 million same total project budget. as costs rose.

“Rightsizing this project According to the new Yukon has resulted in a savings to Party budget released Tuesday, the taxpayer of approximately the overall budget for the F.H. $17 million compared to the Collins reconstruction is now original bid,” Pasloski told a $51 million. For that, Yukoncrowd at a Yukon Chamber of ers will get a school that is 18 Commerce lunch last week. per cent smaller than the one “We are getting value for your originally planned. tax dollars and can now put None of those figures acthat $17 million to good use for count for what has and will be many other necessary projects spent in terms of salaries for and services.” government employees working The premier used similar on the project. Those costs have words to talk about the project surely risen as the projected during his budget speech in the opening date of the school has News Reporter

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Unlike in other jurisdictions like British Columbia where rules The commission reached out like that only last for 25 years after to all of Canada’s jurisdictions for records of deaths during the time a person dies, Yukon information remains private for 100 years, said of residential schools. Staff hope department spokesperson Pat to cross-reference that information with spotty records available Living.

At the peak, there were more from the schools to fill in the than 130 residential schools blanks surrounding who died, across the country. The last one how they died and where they are closed in 1996. buried.

Today, there are an estimated But the Department of Health 80,000 former students still living, and Social Services, which according to the commission. handles Yukon’s vital statistics, Living said it’s too early to say says current legislation does not that the territory won’t be helping allow them to release a person’s the commission at all. cause of death.

Yukon officials hope to speak The Vital Statistics Act says: with the commission soon to get “No certificate issued in respect of the registration of a death shall be more details on specifically what issued in a manner that discloses information it needs, she said.

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The school is now expected to open in fall of 2015.

The premier’s claim that he is saving money on the project is “another attempt to mislead the public about the spending at F.H. Collins,” said Liberal Leader Sandy Silver.

“We know that the new school will be significantly smaller than the current F.H. Collins, so of course it should cost less.”

Because the government planned a school it could not afford to build, now most of the construction money will leave the territory, said Silver.

“Most of the money will be going outside the Yukon because the Yukon Party set up the bidding process so that no Yukon company could win.”

The tender required that the company have experience building schools with a similar design.

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City names new fire chief Eva Holland News Reporter

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fter a search that spanned fire departments across North America, the City of Whitehorse has selected a new fire chief – and as it turns out, he’s a Yukoner. Current Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Lyslo will step up to replace outgoing Fire Chief Clive Sparks.

Deputy Chief Lyslo was born and raised in the Yukon, and joined the fire department as a volunteer in 1994 – 20 years ago “almost to the day,” he said. He became a career firefighter in 1998, and in the last few years he has worked his way up through a variety of leadership positions, from captain to platoon chief to deputy fire chief.

Not long after being named deputy fire chief, Lyslo also took on new duties as acting fire chief. That role gave him a chance to explore whether he would eventually be interested in the top position. “It gave me a really good opportunity to see if I liked it, see if I felt like I could do it, see how the members of the department felt about it,” he said. “During that time I decided I didn’t mind the job at all, and one day wouldn’t mind taking it on, not realizing it would be this soon.”

After years of shift work, the stability of the position appealed too. Lyslo’s three children are “getting to the teenage years,” he said, “and it would be nice to be at home and doing things with them when they’re at home. That was another big reason that I looked at the deputy fire chief ’s job originally and then

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Kevin Lyslo is the Whitehorse Fire Department’s new fire chief.

the chief ’s job.”

His fellow members were also a motivating factor in his decision to apply for the chief ’s job, Lyslo said. “Right now this department is full of career and volunteer firefighters that are very, very motivated, they’re an excellent bunch of people to work with.

And to have the privilege of leading that and to be involved with that is tremendous.”

His first task will be to continue to work through a strategic planning process that’s already been initiated.

“For me right now, that’s the priority,” he said. He also knows that he’ll be doing some learning on the job. “It’s going

to be a little different. Chief Sparks had a lot of experience, a lot of corporate knowledge, knowledge about the city, knowledge about all the different committees that he’d been involved with – that part of it’s going to be a big learning curve for me.”

Outgoing Chief Sparks has been a fixture in Whitehorse firefighting since 1969, when he joined the Porter Creek fire department as a volunteer, and replacing him was a tall order.

“I was kind of shaking in my boots a little bit,” said Mayor Dan Curtis. “When you lose someone of Fire Chief Sparks’ calibre and ability and knowledge, and not only

knowledge but the corporate knowledge over the last 40 years of the city of Whitehorse, it’s a daunting task.”

The opening spurred applications from firefighters across Canada and the United States, but in the end it was Lyslo who most impressed the hiring committee.

“It was wonderful to see Kevin rise above the rest,” said Curtis. “He did really, really well with the interview process, and obviously he’s got a proven ability and a proven

respect within the fire hall as well.”

“He’s really dedicated his life to this profession,” Curtis added. “We couldn’t be happier that he was chosen. We’re just delighted to have him.”

Chief Sparks was also happy to see his replacement come from within the department. “I think it’s always good when you can show that your internal staff are the people who should be taking over the positions in the department,” he said. “It shows that we have a good qualified staff and that our program and the way we do things allows people to get the training, experience and education that they need to move forward.”

Sparks has known Lyslo since he started as a volunteer two decades ago. “He’s had a good career. He’s worked hard and progressed through the various ranks of the department,” Sparks said. “I’ve sort of watched him grow and his knowledge base grow and his skills grow over the last 20 years.”

The official changeover from outgoing to incoming chief occurs at the end of this week. “When I leave here on Friday night, it will be his department,” said Sparks.

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Haines borough seeks to quell fish flap Eva Holland

Canadian dollar was well below par.

“In 2013 the Yukon is not experiencing a stifled economy,” he borough assembly of Haines, Alaska is calling on wrote committee chairperson Tim McDonough, “the population a state legislator to withis increasing, and the Canadian draw a bill that would prevent Yukoners from purchasing fishing dollar is roughly equivalent to the licences and chinook salmon tags U.S. dollar.”

Fish and Game Commissioner at the same price as Alaskans.

The draft law was prompted by Cora Campbell denied the recomplaints from Haines residents quest. She noted in her reply that the department’s own estimates and from the Haines-based Upshow an annual revenue loss of per Lynn Canal Fish and Game roughly $50,000, and that it may Advisory Committee about the be outweighed by the economic summer influx of Yukon fishing benefits of Yukoners visiting enthusiasts in the Chilkat valley.

Haines and elsewhere. “Repealing Since 2005, Yukoners have this regulation may have a negabeen eligible to purchase Alastive economic impact on local kan licences instead of the more communities,” she wrote. pricey non-resident licences But then Rep. Jonathan Kreissunder a reciprocal arrangement.

Tomkins, of Sitka, sponsored The change was made as part of House Bill 368, which would a broader effort at Yukon-Alaska participation on everything from circumvent the commissioner to eliminate the regulation that railroads to tourism to energy allows Yukoners to purchase projects.

Alaskan resident licences and tags.

In November 2013 the Upper He did so, he told the Chilkat Lynn Canal Fish and Game Advisory Committee sent a letter to Valley News, in response to concerns raised by committee chair the Alaskan Department of Fish and Game requesting that Yukon McDonough and several Haines residents. fishers pay full fare. The letter One of those residents was argued that the arrangement was Marlena Saupe, who detailed her costing the state government beconcerns in a three-page letter to tween $250,000 and $300,000 in Kreiss-Tomkins.

She argued that lost revenue annually, and that it with a renewed Yukon economy had been set up when the Yukon’s and a strengthened Canadian doleconomy was suffering and the lar, the arrangement was no longer necessary. And she suggested embroidered patches that the presence of Yukoners was putting a strain on the fishery.

“Every day there are Yukon people 207 main street tel: 633-4842 fishing,” she wrote. “There is no room for locals to fish.”

She also asserted that the Yukoners who fish in Haines have been abusing a loophole in the bag limit regulations. “They bring generators to run their freezers to freeze their catch,” she wrote.

The Fair Exchange Rate for the “They limit out, clean their fish, week of March 24, 2014 is: then freeze it. They go back out same day and fish some more.

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said. “We set sport fishing bag and possession limits according to the abundance of the various species, and if there’s a conservation problem we’ll scale back the bag limits. We wouldn’t take action on somebody’s fishing licence. That’s how we manage fisheries, is by adjusting bag limits.”

Chapell also clarified that the freezer “loophole” is no such thing: freezing their day’s catch after reaching the daily limit does not authorize anyone to limit-out again on the same day, and fresh or frozen, all fish count towards an overall possession limit.

He acknowledged that there may be people who violate the daily bag and overall possession limits. “That’s possible,” he said, “but that’s an enforcement problem. We have wildlife enforcement officers that keep an eye out for that kind of activity by Alaska residents and Yukon residents alike.”

Gord Zealand, the executive director of the Yukon Fish and Game Association, agrees.

“Changing the licences, does that change the enforcement issues?

Whether you pay $25 or $50 or $100, if there’s an issue with enforcement, then deal with it,” Ian Sterwart/Yukon News he said.

Salmon fishing on the Chilkoot River in Haines, Alaska.

“As an organization we’re adamantly opposed to individuals see the proof. For the most part I The latest move came as a exceeding their limits or breakthink everybody that comes down surprise to the Haines Convening the law.

And we would do tion and Visitors Bureau. “I think fishes responsibly. I honestly don’t whatever we could to help out in think that it’s been an issue.” we were all pretty shocked to see this area. But at the same time, Last night, Haines Mayor this bill come up,” said Tanya if the problem is over-limits, Stephanie Scott and the borCarlson, director of the bureau, then by changing the cost of the ough assembly weighed in on noting that her organization licence, is that going to look after the matter. After a debate that had sent a thank-you note to the the problem?” included input from residents, commissioner after she denied Zealand questioned what the the assembly unanimously passed Haines residents who have raised the committee’s initial request. a motion resolving to send Rep. “Our Yukon neighbours, everythe issue are truly objecting to. “Is Kreiss-Tomkins a letter thanking body comes down here to fish. the issue that I get a break because (Changing the licences) would be him for his attention to the issue I buy an Alaska fishing licence, and requesting that he withdraw a detriment, definitely. We’re not or is the issue the fact that some House Bill 368. in support of it.” people are exceeding their limits?”

Rich Chapell, the Haines area Carlson doesn’t think the He worries that if the regulamanager for the sport fish divichange enjoys widespread suption is changed, it will make it sion of the Alaska Department port in Haines, nor does she bemore difficult for young families, of Fish and Game, doesn’t think lieve that misbehaving Yukoners older Yukoners, or other lowerare a widespread problem. “There Yukoners are putting Haines income Yukoners to fish – withsubsistence fishing at risk. “We out affecting the alleged limitmight be one or two,” she acviolators. knowledged, “but I would love to have a sustainable harvest,” he

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Yukon alpine skiers snag six ulus Tom Patrick News Reporter

FAIRBANKS, ALASKA ount Aurora Skiland in Fairbanks was unfamiliar territory for Yukon’s alpine ski team.

None had skied there before, but you’d think it was a regular vacation spot.

The team sped to six medals at Skiland during the Arctic Winter Games last week. That’s three times more medals as the 2012 Games on their home turf in Whitehorse.

Yukon won five medals in individual races and pocketed a bronze in the team event for the second Games in a row.

For team veteran Josie Storey, a last-minute equipment change made things extra interesting.

“It was pretty eventful, my skis broke on the slalom day – the heel part broke – and I had to use my coach’s for the slalom and the kombi,” said Storey.

Using stiffer skis 10 centimetres longer than her own didn’t seem to affect her performance much. Storey won gold in the kombi – a combination race that transitions from giant slalom to slalom and back into giant slalom – in junior female. She also carved up silver in slalom.

“I guess I was able to work them enough,” said Storey.

“It was stressful at first but once I got used to them there wasn’t much difference.”

Teammate Katie Vowk brought home the same medals with gold in slalom and silver in giant slalom in juvenile female. Vowk also took eighth in the kombi.

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Yukon’s Abby Hawes races slalom at the Arctic Winter Games last week in Fairbanks, Alaska. Hawes won bronze, one of six ulus captured by Yukon’s alpine team.

“She’s been on the team a couple of years and this was her first Arctic Games and it’s quite exciting for her to bring back two medals,” said Yukon head coach Yves Titley.

Yukon’s Abby Hawes, who like Storey was in her third and final Arctics, won bronze in slalom for junior female.

She also came fourth in giant slalom.

Other top Yukon results include Tayler Mitchell placing fifth in the slalom for

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“It’s been really fun,” said Storey. “We do a lot of stuff together. We’ve met a lot of people from the Alaska team and Alberta team and when we go to the hill we’re all like really good friends and we all hangout together.”

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“They all trained very well, it’s just a question of if they hit a rut on race day,” said Titley. “They are two-run races and if you hit a small rut and wipe out, you’re out of the medal round … But that’s the name of the game, that’s ski racing.”

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COMMENTARY Time to invest in tourism Neil Hartling

budget is approximately $4.5 million, which is very small in marketing terms. The departarlier this year, the Department of Tourism ment has done great things over and Culture organized the years, but it can only do so an event in Vancouver to help much with its limited resources. boost awareness of the Yukon in The tourism marketing Japanese markets. The event was budget hasn’t received a signifia big success, in large part due to cant increase in over a decade. At the presence of both the Yukon’s this point, even an increase of $1 premier and minister of tourism million, while a step in the right and culture. Their involvement direction, still wouldn’t even was appreciated by the industry catch up with 10 years of inflaand is a great example of what tion. We have unused capacity can be achieved when our govthat is waiting to be filled, and ernment and our industry work requires greater market awaretogether. ness. We need a major boost to In the last few months it has the marketing budget if we are to become clear that parts of the remain competitive and maxiYukon’s economy are slumping mize the return to the Yukon and that one of the few areas economy. primed for immediate growth is There is no better time for tourism. The Yukon government Yukon tourism than right now. has acknowledged this.

If we don’t act soon, the Yukon After strategic analysis and will be left waiting on the dock consultation with some of the watching the ships sail by. industry’s most experienced The Yukon government says marketers, the Tourism Industry it is business friendly; it says Association of the Yukon asked that tourism is a priority and the government to increase the that tourism is a critical part of Department of Tourism and a diverse economy. We need the Culture’s marketing budget by government to back these words $2.5 million per year for the up with a strategic investment. next two years for the creation Last March, the government anof an effective domestic market- nounced a $72.8 million surplus; ing campaign. If the campaign in comparison, a $2.5 million per is proven successful, TIAY has year increase to support tourism, asked that $2.5 million be added an industry known for providing to the core marketing budget a great return on investment, is a going forward. This would have reasonable request and would be a multiplying effect throughout a sound financial decision. the Yukon economy.

TIAY’s request is supported The Yukon brand stands by the Yukon Chamber of strong against competitors, but Commerce and the Whitehorse we need greater market penetra- Chamber of Commerce, and tion if we truly hope to capitalTIAY is hopeful that the Yukon ize on the territory’s tourism government will also support it. potential. Greater investments in The amount allocated to tourism tourism marketing would benefit marketing this year will reflect all business in the territory, the government’s commitment showcasing the Yukon as a great to tourism and the value that it place to visit, as well as a great places on the industry. place to work and to do business.

We hope that it has the courThis can help attract not only age and vision needed to make visitors, but also skilled labourers this vital investment in order to and business interests, all boost- benefit the Yukon’s economy in ing the economy. the years to come.

The Department of Tourism Neil Hartling is chair of the Tourism and Culture’s core marketing Industry Association of the Yukon.

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Editorial was biased In John Thompson’s Mar. 21 Yukon News editorial no detail from my Feb. 19 Whitehorse Star story that he addressed was allowed any form, shape or context, completely out of balance.

Thompson unequivocally associated fracking with prosperity as if criticism on John Streicker previously had not included evidence from natural gas industrialists, geologists and economists/financial analysts.

These included Art Berman, David Hughes and Deborah Rogers, showing the typically growing public debts, reserve inflation based investment fraud, real estate decline and structural unemployment.

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Critics of Streicker were cited and characterized by Thompson in ways that had nothing to do with what they had said. And then like Don Quixote, the knight of woeful countenance, he attacked his own fabrications.

After the News report from Feb. 28, this piece was similarly pompous, just as if Streicker had been

allowed to ghost-write the editorial praises on himself.

There is a bias when its presence has deepened into the watermark of a newspaper, when arguments delivered in confidence really are brazen nonsense.

The supposed long-windedness and bumper sticker likeness of opposition against Streicker’s shale gas submissions, it can’t both be true. Which is it Mr. Thompson?

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Barrier to home ownership about to rise subject to a few fluid factors, so they can be hard to decipher on

by Graham your own. The major closing costs, which I will flesh out more Lang fully below, are default insurance, legal fees, land title fees, fuel fill up and property taxes.

An individual is required by federal law to purchase default insurance when contributing a down payment of less than 20 per cent of the cost of a home. Deotential first-time homefault insurance protects the bank buyers know they need to in the event that you default on sock away enough money your mortgage and the sale of the for a mortgage. But many are house does not cover your loan. often unaware about just how The rate you pay depends on your pricey it can be to close a home loan-to-value ratio. transaction. And it’s about to As of May 1, if your loan is become even pricier.

90-95 per cent of the value of the On May 1, the rates to purhome you pay 2.75 per cent of the chase default insurance from the size of the mortgage; if 85-89 per Canadian Housing and Mortgage cent, you pay 2 per cent; if 80-84 Corporation will rise. This will per cent, you pay 1.75 per cent. increase the cost of a home for A $320,000 mortgage against those purchasers putting down a purchase price of $350,000 is less than 20 per cent. a loan-to-value ratio of 91 per That got me thinking that it cent, meaning the borrower pays was perhaps a good time to write $8,800 for default insurance. The CMHC website provides a more an article explaining default insurance and encapsulating all of detailed breakdown of this insurance. the closing costs associated with If you are getting a mortgage the purchase of a home. the bank requires that you retain The closing costs associated a lawyer to complete the transwith the purchase of a home are

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Let’s consider alternatives to LNG We have a serious energy problem in the Yukon.

Yukon Energy Corporation will be in front of the Yukon Utilities Board next week defending its proposal to switch from diesel to liquefied natural gas. Yukon Energy wants to invest $38 million in another fossil fuel when we need to reduce our fossil fuel dependency to avoid climate instability 20 years down the road.

The Yukon depends on fossil fuels for 80 per cent of our energy needs, including the transportation and space heating sectors. Wind and hydro only provide for 16 per cent.

We need to reduce our fossil fuel addiction by investing that $38 million in a smarter renewable energy grid. Investments in efficiency and conservation will ensure that we don’t have to turn on upgraded diesel generators unless it truly is an emergency backup situation.

The utilities board needs to hear from Yukon people that we want Yukon Energy, our crown utility, to invest in more renewable energy, not more fossil fuels.

Yukon Energy claims this is an urgent project, but this is a false and manufactured urgency. Our winter diesel peaking needs have dropped in the last three years and diesel makes up less than one per cent of the grid electricity generation.

Yukon Energy claims that the price of LNG will continue to stay much lower than diesel for the next 40 years. This is an impossible claim because world

action. Lawyer fees in relation to a purchase are usually in the ballpark of $1,500 to $2,000 plus disbursements. The disbursements are usually around $200 to $300 dollars.

You also usually purchase a full tank of fuel from the vendor on closing. The vendor fills up the tank and leaves you with fuel for the winter. Tanks are typically 1,136 litres, so you can expect the cost of a full tank to run around $1,350. If the house is heated with electricity you do not have to worry about this. If the home has propane tanks you will have to factor in the cost for the fill of the propane tanks.

There are also land titles fees associated with the transfer of the property. There are three parts to this fee: the transfer fee, the mortgage registration fee and something called the assurance fund fee.

The transfer fee and mortgage fee are associated with the registration of the transfer and the mortgage and are dependent on the price of your house and size of mortgage. A $350,000 purchase price and a $320,000 mortgage will cost, respectively, $110 in transfer fees and $110 in

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mortgage fees. These fees increase around $25 each for every $100,000 in purchase price or mortgage increase.

The assurance fund insures landholders against certain weaknesses in the land titles system. To my knowledge the fund has never materially accessed in 100 years of the Land Titles Act. I may run another article on how to reform this fee as it is essentially a tax to fund an insurance program that must have long ago been topped up to a point where the actuarial probabilities are covered. But I digress. It is basically a fee of $100 per $100,000 increase in value since last sale. If the last time the property was transferred it sold for $200,000 and you are buying for $400,000, then the fee associated is around $200.

Depending on the day you are purchasing, property tax can also factor into the closing costs. As a full year of property tax is paid on July 1 of a year, any purchase after that date will see the vendor reimbursed some of the property tax paid. For example, if property taxes were $1,500 and you bought the home on August 1, you would reimburse the vendor the property taxes from August until De-

cember, or approximately $625.

In the example of an August 1 purchase of a $350,000 home with a down payment of $30,000, property taxes of $1,500 and a mortgage of $320,000, a purchaser can expect to pay in the neighbourhood of $12,815 in closing costs, with lion’s share being the $8,800 in default insurance.

This means that in order to complete the purchase of your $350,000 home with a $320,000.00 mortgage you are going to need to come up with $42,815, and not just the $30,000 down payment. If you are using a realtor they will help you run through these numbers as well, but it is important to have an idea of the closing costs so you don’t come up short on closing day.

I would like to stress that the above is not a quote for provision of legal services but rather a rough indication of what you can expect to pay. Each property is different and may come with added expense. Your lawyer will advise at the time of consultation as to the closing costs of a particular residential home purchase.

Graham Lang is a Whitehorse lawyer and long-time Yukoner.

the utilities board wants to hear peoples’ views on whether the LNG facility is in the public interest, how it may impact or Please tell the utilities board benefit the public, suggestions how you feel about this mison what recommendations the guided project. Thank you for utilities board should make to caring and acting for all future government about the project, generations. and any other information that supports your position.

JP Pinard For people who do not want Whitehorse to speak at the meeting, but wish to share their views with the utilSpeak out against LNG ities board, it will accept written comments until Monday, March Yukon Energy Corporation is pushing forward with its plans to 31. You must include your name with your comments. replace two aging diesel generaYCS believes that this project tors with a $40-million liquefied should not proceed because it natural gas facility. The LNG will expand and entrench the proposal is now in front of the Yukon’s dependence on fosIan Stewart/Yukon News regulatory Yukon Utilities Board. sil fuels. LNG worsens climate The utilities board wants to One of the diesel generators at Yukon Energy in Whitehorse. change, undermines renewable hear the public’s views on this energy, requires fracking, and project. The Yukon Conservawill expose ratepayers to rising tion Society encourages people prices are four to five times On May 13 and 14, Yukon costs of finite resources. Effito attend and participate in this higher than domestic prices.

Energy is partnering with ciency, conservation and the deSeveral proposed LNG export others to hold a workshop titled public meeting or submit writplants in B.C. and the question- “Electric Thermal Storage: Space ten comments to tell the utilities velopment of renewable energy sources are better alternatives to able economics of shale gas Heating with Renewable Energy.” board that our public utility should invest in more renewable Yukon Energy’s LNG proposal. reserves in Canada will cause This workshop will bring in exIf you have questions, would LNG prices to go up, according perts from across North America energy, not more fossil fuels. like assistance in registering The utility board’s public to several experts. to discuss a smart grid solution session on Yukon Energy’s LNG for the public session or help Yukon Energy claims that for the Yukon. These leaders preparing a written or oral stateLNG is cleaner than diesel but will show us how we can build a project proposal is Monday, March 31, at 7 p.m. at the West- ment, please contact Anne Midthis is simply false. A growing renewable energy future in the dler at YCS at 668-5678. More mark Whitehorse. If you plan body of research says modern Yukon and drastically reduce information on YCS’s position methane extraction is exacerbat- our dependency on fossil fuel for to speak at this meeting, you on LNG can be found at www. must register in advance with ing climate instability, polluting electricity, heating our homes the utilities board by this Friday, yukonconservation.org/energy_ water, creating economic proband even powering our cars. climate_change.htm March 28. To register, email lems for other industries and The utilities board public More information about the ruining public infrastructures. hearing starts at the Whitehorse yub@utilitiesboard.yk.ca or call LNG project and the YUB proYukon Energy claims there is Westmark on March 31. You can 667-7500. cess can be found at yukonutilThe utilities board is looking no alternative to the LNG proregister for the Monday night itiesboard.yk.ca/proceedings/ at Yukon Energy’s LNG project ject, but it has not explored the public session by this Friday, yec-lng-project-proceeding/ advantages of building a smarter March 28 (email request to yub@ proposal, specifically whether grid, deploying demand-side utilitiesboard.yk.ca). Please email it is prudent, whether there is a need for the project, the associat- Anne Middler storage and integrating more the YUB to register to speak at ed risks, and project alternatives. Energy Coordinator, wind and hydro power in the the public session; you can also In addition to these areas, Yukon. do a written submission.

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Speedskaters hit lucky seven in Fairbanks Tom Patrick

Ritchie and teammates Jacob McPherson, Micah Taggart-Cox, and Caleb FAIRBANKS, ALASKA McPherson won silver in the ukon’s speedskating 2,000-metre relay in juvenile team was in seventh male. heaven at the Arctic Taggart-Cox, who’s from Winter Games last week.

Marsh Lake, took bronze The team took in seven in the 1,000-metre and also medals in short-track speedclaimed eighth in the 777-meskating with a bucket load of tre. personal best times.

Whitehorse’s Shea Hoffman “I didn’t count them up yet, made his last major Games a but I know most of them had good one. Shea, who was Yuseveral personal best times,” kon’s flag-bearer for the opensaid Yukon coach Phil Hoffing ceremony of the Games, man. “If they didn’t medal in skated to silver in 777-metre their individual events, they and a bronze in the 1,500-meall entered their best times by tre in junior male. quite a bit.”

Both medals were Shea’s Haines Junction’s Michael first from individual races.

Ritchie was the team’s big His first Games medal came winner with four medals. in a relay race at the 2008 Ritchie skated to silver in the Games in Yellowknife.

666-metre and the 1,000-me“So he’s waited a while for tre in juvenile male. He also that so it was nice for him and won bronze in the 777-metre. he’s pretty happy with that,” News Reporter

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Yukon’s Shea Hoffman leads the pack through a turn in the 1,500-metre junior male final at the Arctic Winter Games on Friday. Hoffman took bronze in the event.

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As for being named Yukon’s flag-bearer, “It’s great for my last Games,” said Shea. “I wasn’t expecting it.”

Other top results for Yukon were Caleb placing seventh and Jacob 11th in the 777-metre.

Teammate Hannah Wirth came eighth in the 1,000-metre for junior female.

“It’s a good experience for the kids,” said Phil. “Three of them had been to Arctic Winter Games before and three hadn’t, so it was a good mix of older, more experienced skaters and less experienced skaters.”

With speedskating cut from the 2016 Arctic Games in Nuuk, Greenland, due to a lack of facilities, the team’s next big focus will be working towards competing at the Canada Winter Games.

“We hope, by not having speedskating in the next Arctic Games, it won’t dwindle our numbers because the Arctic Games is a key goal for many of our kids and if they don’t get to go to Greenland they might choose another sport instead.”

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ing 737 slammed into a hill while pilots were attempting to OTTAWA land the plane at the Resolute he Transportation Safety airport.

Board says a deadly plane The board says the co-pilot crash in Nunavut was an twice suggested the landing be unfortunate combination of called off, but the pilot didn’t technical and human factors. believe that was necessary.

The board blames an unIt wasn’t until alarms detected autopilot change, a sounded seconds before the faulty compass reading and crash that the pilot decided to disagreement between the pull up, but it was too late. pilots about whether to abort The crash split the plane the landing. into three pieces and flung “This accident was the flaming wreckage across the product of a complex series of rugged tundra. events, all of them lining up Several lawsuits have already together,” said lead investigabeen filed over the disaster. The tor Brian MacDonald. “The suits cast partial blame on the fact that the autopilot changed Canadian Forces, which had modes when it did was one taken control over the small element, the busy cockpit airport on the day of the crash. environment and the compass The transportation board error were also factors. said Tuesday that the military’s “But what ultimately tied presence was not a contributall these things together was ing factor in the crash. that as the flight progressed The military was holding an each pilot developed a different annual manoeuvre, one that understanding of the situation ironically included a mock and they were unable to recon- plane crash, and had estabcile that difference.” lished a temporary air traffic The crash of First Air flight control tower to guide in all 6550 in August 2011 killed planes. The airport was noreight passengers and four crew mally an uncontrolled airspace members. and pilots navigated themselves Three passengers miracuonto the runway. lously survived when the BoeThe suits claim the military

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Two geologists, Nicole Williamson and Robin Wyllie, and one of the children on board, seven-year old Gabrielle Pelky, made it out of the wreckage with broken bones. The military was so close to the crash site that it was able to quickly transport the survivors by helicopter to different hospitals.

Gabrielle’s six-year-old sister, Cheyenne Eckalook, was among the dead.

Pilot Blair Rutherford, 48, from Leduc, Alta.; co-pilot David Hare, 35, from Yellowknife; and flight attendants Anne Marie Chassie, 22, and Ute Merritt, both from Yellowknife, also died.

Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press Martin Bergmann, 55, the The crash site of First Air flight 6560 is seen from the Winnipeg-based director of Resolute Airport in Nunavut on August 23, 2011.

Canada’s Polar Continental did not have enough people on been proven in court. There are Shelf Project was also killed, along with hotel workers statements of defence on file duty to handle the air traffic Randolph Reid, 56, of Sault Ste. with the court, but staff said and those working the tower Marie, Ont.; Michael Ridecopies were not immediately were not briefed or properly out, 65, of Mount Pearl, N.L.; available. trained to navigate civilian Chesley Tibbo, 49, of Harbour The chartered plane was on planes.

Mille, N.L; Raymond Pitre, The suits further detail how a regular run from Yellowknife 39, of Bathurst, N.B.; Steven soldiers gave the First Air crew to Resolute. There were scienGirouard, 38, and his fiancee tists on the plane along with permission to land.

Lise Lamoureux, 23, also of staff heading back to work at a Bathurst, N.B. None of the allegations has

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Little evidence of high cancer rates in oilsands community: government study Bob Weber

the survey was released.

Leaders in Fort Chipewyan reacted to the report with suspicion. They EDMONTON said a statistical analysis of data that study by the Alberta government already existed doesn’t fulfil their says an aboriginal commurequests for a full-blown health study. nity downstream from the oilsands “There’s nothing (here) in regards doesn’t have higher overall cancer to a comprehensive, independent rates. study that we’ve been requesting, The Alberta Health Services where government and industry have survey, which used data from 1992 to no participation in it,” said Chief Al2011, did find the prevalence of two lan Adam of the Athabasca Chipewykinds of cancer in Fort Chipewyan an First Nation. was higher than would be expected.

Chief Steve Courtoreille of the James Talbot, chief medical health Mikisew Cree also dismissed the officer, says relatively high levels of survey. cervical and bile duct cancer are most “The government of Alberta has likely to be attributable to other facconsistently downplayed the signifitors than environmental contamina- cance of cancer in my community,” tion. he said. “They have done that again “Overall, cancer rates in the region today in their reports to the media that there is no reason for alarm of are what would be expected for the rest of Alberta,” he said Monday when increased levels of cancers in my comCanadian Press

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Potential health impacts on people living downstream of the oilsands are a common concern for local residents and for industry critics. Fort Chipewyan’s concerns surfaced recently in Washington, D.C., when they were discussed at a hearing hosted by a Democratic senator who opposes the Keystone XL pipeline from Alberta to the Texas Gulf Coast.

The government survey compared the incidence of 81 cases of 18 different types of cancer to the Alberta average.

Bile duct and cervical cancer rates were high enough above average to be statistically significant.

Most cervical cancer is caused by a virus and U.S. research shows only weak links between bile duct cancers and environmental toxins, said Talbot.

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“There’s only weak evidence for that to be associated with bile duct cancer and there are a lot of other, stronger-linked ones that we can do something about in the community.”

Bile duct cancer is more strongly linked to diabetes, obesity, cirrhosis and hepatitis C, Talbot said.

He added that cancer rates in Fort Chipewyan’s children under 15 are low, which also suggests environmental contamination isn’t a significant factor because children are more sensitive to it.

There’s also some initial evidence to suggest that aboriginals suffer from bile duct cancer at a higher rate than average, Talbot said.

The chief medical health officer did acknowledge that people in Fort Chipewyan are probably correct in their feeling that cancer is becoming more common. Rates of the disease are gradually rising everywhere, partly because the population is getting older, Talbot said.

“The perception is that there’s more cancer and to some extent that’s correct, but it’s not unique to this community.”

Chief Adam and Alberta Liberal Leader Raj Sherman said the survey was too limited in its approach.

“This report appears to be a whitewash because of its internal nature and because of its extremely narrow focus,” said Sherman.

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Both Sherman and Adam are calling for a comprehensive Fort Chipewyan health study to be conducted by a group independent of industry and government.

The government had commissioned such a study, but the chief and council for one area band backed out over fears it wouldn’t be independent.

The band also wanted assurances it would focus on cancer rates and would include a baseline health study, neither of which it got.

The Athabasca Chipewyan has since commissioned its own health review. Adam said it should be released soon.

The government study was quickly released Monday in Edmonton after the Alberta Liberals obtained a copy of it through access-to-information legislation.

Alberta Health Services had planned to share it first with the community, but a meeting to do that was cancelled after the government refused to give advance copies of the survey to the First Nations involved, said an Athabasca Chipewyan band spokeswoman.

Courtoreille was angry the survey was released to reporters before his community had a chance to look at it.

“Health Minister (Fred) Horne had promised to get us a copy of the report prior to releasing of these statistics and that didn’t happen.”

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Registration and Guidelines

On December 9, 2013, the Yukon Energy Corporation (YEC) applied under Part 3 of the Public Utilities Act for an energy project certificate and an energy operation certificate regarding the Whitehorse Diesel to Natural Gas Conversion Project (project).

In order to make a presentation at the Community Session, advanced registration is required. You may register to make an oral statement by contacting the Board’s Executive Secretary by one of the following methods no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2014:

The Minister of Justice referred the YEC Application, by way of correspondence dated December 20, 2013, for an energy project certificate and an energy operation certificate, to the Yukon Utilities Board (Board) for a review and hearing.

> By email: yub@utilitiesboard.yk.ca (preferred method) > By phone: 867-667-7500 or 867-334-3400

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Community Session The notice of hearing also advised that a Public (Community) Session would be held outside of the regularly scheduled hearing hours to allow members of the public who are not otherwise Registered Parties to make submissions to the Board.

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A copy of the Application and supporting documents are available on the Board’s website: http://yukonutilitiesboard.yk.ca/proceedings/yec-lngproject-proceeding/

just pack up and leave, moaning to myself that my sojourn has been ruined by this self-absorbed show-off.

Is there anything else I can do other than just leave? I’m afraid that there is not, though perhaps you know of a way I can address this situation or this person and rescue my (and others’) relaxation or conversation time.

GENTLE READER: Well, that is the annoying thing about public accommodations: They accommodate the public. But even a private club would have a hard time enforcing a No Bragging rule.

Rebuking other customers for chatting in a cafe is a ridiculous notion, and considering your interest in the content of their talk, Miss Manners does not trust you to ask them politely to speak more softly.

But you asked for alternative ways of handling this: • As you say that “most,” not all, of the customers could hear such a conversation, you could move to an area it does not reach.

• You could learn to make good coffee at home, where you can presumably set the noise level.

• You could ask the management of the coffee shop if they would consider establishing a quiet zone.

• You could wear earplugs, or headphones disguised as earplugs.

• You could try to find a library that serves good coffee.

Whichever you manage, Miss Manners hopes that you will learn the limits of correcting other people’s forms of relaxation.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: What is the proper protocol when speaking with someone who has a stutter? Is it considered helpful or rude to assist him in completing a sentence or question?

GENTLE READER: How can you assist someone in completing his or her statement unless you already know what that person was intending to say? And if you already know what is going to be said, why bother holding a conversation?

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RECREATION Yukon soccer team ends decade-long run with ulu gold

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Yukon goalkeeper Samantha Burgis gets ready to make a save.

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Yukon striker Rachel Kinvig plays in the gold medal match against Team N.W.T. at the Arctic Winter Games in Fairbanks, Alaska, on Saturday. Yukon won gold for one of the territory’s 85 medals at the Games.

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route to gold in indoor soccer at the Games on Saturday.

“In the last five minutes the adFAIRBANKS, ALASKA renaline kicked in and we just played heir final five minutes on the pitch harder than ever and just finished together will be ones they remem- really strong,” said Yukon co-captain ber for a lifetime.

Samantha Wintemure.

After a decade playing together, “It feels really good. It was our last Yukon’s junior female soccer team game together, so it was a good way to made magic happen before parting end off. At the beginning we said we’d ways at the Arctic Winter Games. end off with a bang and we definitely The Yukon squad saved some of did.”

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last time we’ll play together as a team because most of us are going off to university and to bring home another gold medal is perfect,” said co-captain Jaylene Kelly. “I think we played very well. I think one of our best games was our last game.”

Yukon took gold in a 5-1 win over Team Northwest Territories. The team went undefeated with five wins at the tournament to give Yukon a second straight gold in the division.

Five of the players on Yukon’s jun-

ior team played for the gold-winning 2012 team. Almost all of them have been playing together for about a decade on rep teams.

“I’ve been coaching these girls since they were eight years old,” said head coach Charly Kelly. “So they’ve been together for so long that they just instinctively know where everyone is playing. My coaching style has maybe changed a bit since I’ve taken courses and gone through, but the messaging they’ve been getting is extremely similar.

“This is definitely an emotional time for me because this is it,” she added. “It’s a good ending.”

The Yukon team capped off their time together with three goals in 20 seconds in the last minutes to erase any chance of an N.W.T. comeback.

Up with a slim 2-1 lead, Yukon’s Camille Galloway fought in the corner to get a pass out to Wintemute wide open in front to score.

Ten seconds later it happened again like an instant replay – Galloway from the corner to Wintemute in front – to make it 4-2 with 1:35 left.

Hannah Milner then drove in the final nail in N.W.T.’s coffin, scoring on a rebound with 1:25 left.

Yukon, who defeated Nunavut 5-1 in the semifinal, beat N.W.T. 4-3 in the round-robin in their closest match of the tournament.

“We sort of knew how they were going to play and we knew their key players, so we tried to push them off the ball more,” said Jaylene. “Once we had more possession of the ball, they started getting down and we started getting more excited and pushing more to get another goal.”

It was a tense first half in the final.

Yukon’s Cheyenne Ryan passed to Jaylene who buried it top corner with 4:35 left. It was the first real shot for either team in the match other than a couple of tumblers bouncing in.

Galloway scored a minute and a half later on a pass from striker Rachel Kinvig.

N.W.T.’s only threat in the first half

was a tight-angle shot out of a corner that Yukon goalkeeper Samantha Burgis had some trouble with, slipping from hand to hand like a bar of soap, but she kept it out of the net.

Burgis was a trooper in the tournament. She played all week with a knee injury sustained in a basketball tournament before the Games. She also took a foot to the face in the semifinal and spoke through a clinched jaw after that.

“The medical here has been phenomenal and they helped her out and she’s played great,” said Charly.

N.W.T. got on the board with a goal from a free-kick midway through the second half.

With her two second-half goals Wintermute was second in scoring in the tournament with seven. Galloway was third in the standings with five.

Milner and Ryan tied for fourth in the tournament with four.

“I’m usually the one who gets more assists than goals,” said Wintemure.

“This tournament I actually got more goals than assists so it kind of feels good.”

“It’s just been really fun,” she added. “I love this team, this is our last tournament together, so it’s just been bitter-sweet.”

While it was a second straight gold for the team’s five returners, one player has quite a bit more ulu gold on her trophy shelf.

Saturday marked Kinvig’s 10th gold in her Arctic Games career. She won nine straight gold medals in dog mushing at the 2008, 2010 and 2012 Games.

“This was her first team medal, it was a different experience for her,” said Charly. “Rachel was our new player … This team does everything together. We eat together, they hang out together. There’s not a time when there is a split in the team and Rachel fit in wonderfully.”

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Snowboarders lead Yukon in ulus for third straight Arctics Tom Patrick News Reporter

FAIRBANKS, ALAKSA ot a day of the snowboard competition went by in which fewer than three Yukoners slid, flew or raced to medals at the Arctic Winter Games last week.

Yukon’s snowboard team won a total 21 medals in four days including four overall ulus in the combined team division.

“You go in and say, ‘Compete your best and if you get medals that’s great,’ but to come out with four or five medals every day is just amazing,” said Yukon head coach Katrina Couch. “The camaraderie and the athleticism was amazing between all the contingents. It was just a really good event, the weather was awesome, just everything was great.”

Yukon captured more snowboard medals than any other jurisdiction in Fairbanks. The Yukon boarders also won more hardware for the territory than Team Yukon did in any other sport.

But that’s nothing new. Fairbanks marks the third Arctic Games in a row the snowboard squad led Team Yukon in medals.

Having a facility like Whitehorse’s Mount Sima is a big part of the team’s success, said Couch.

Boarders sent from other jurisdictions aren’t so lucky. N.W.T.’s boarders train in a gravel pit in Yellowknife. Others train on hills without chairlifts.

It just so happens Mount Sima has built its best-ever terrain park this season with some of the biggest jumps in its history.

“It’s a huge part,” said Couch.

“We’ve had Sima past years but this is a really well-built facility and have so much time to train in the park, so much time to develop our skills on rails and jumps – we have the whole package at Sima this year.

“For the girls to be able to train at home on those large jumps and then come to a competition and say the jumps are small compared to home, we had a step-up in the Games.

“It made a major difference in our Games.”

The 21 medals in snowboarding is a record for Team Yukon at the Games. Yukon boarders won 15 medals at the 2012 Games in Whitehorse and 10 medals at the 2010 Games in Grande Prairie, Alta.

Yukon boarders claimed four gold medals last week. Whitehorse’s Esa Suominen won overall gold for juvenile males to cap the competition.

“I was just super happy on how I did,” said Suominen. “Everyone rode really well; the whole Yukon team did really good.”

Suominen took silvers in slopestyle, slalom and another in the “arctic air” – the Games’ cutesy name for big air – with a backside rodeo 540. He also grinded out a

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Yukon snowboarder Adam Waddington competes in slopestyle at the Arctic Winter Games in Fairbanks, Alaska, on March 19. Yukon snowboarders won a total of 21 medals.

bronze in the rail jam.

“I was super stoked on how everyone rode, not just myself,” said Suominen. “Everyone was bringing in medals and the whole vibe of the competition was really fun, so I don’t think it felt like a competition. I think that’s what made myself do really well.”

Yukon’s Haylie Grant was the only Yukon boarder with two gold at the closing ceremony on Saturday. She won silver overall in juvenile female.

“This week has been awesome, I’ve definitely learned a lot and had a great time with the team,” said Grant. “It was just so much fun. Everything was awesome.”

Grant rode to gold in the slopestyle and arctic air and placed fourth in the slalom and rail jam.

Of the two silver, “I think slopestyle means more to me because I did my first 180 and my first switch boardslide,” said Grant. “I did three brand new tricks. More people were in that competition and I really did have to try.”

Whitehorse’s Adam Waddington really packed in the silver last week. He won four silver including the overall medal in the junior male division.

“The competition was good.

Everyone I was competing against was super awesome and super fun to ride with,” said Waddington.

“The course was less than perfection. The jumps were small – the rails were set up pretty well – but the main thing was the jumps were pretty small.”

Waddington placed second in

the slalom, arctic air and rail jam, and was fourth in the slopestyle.

“I was obviously shooting for the stars,” said Waddington. “The guy from Greenland (Mathias Mark) is an amazing rider and he definitely deserves the golds he got.”

Reanna Newsome was another big winner for Yukon. She won two bronze and a gold in the rail jam on her way to a bronze in the overall for juvenile female.

Teammate Tim Schirmer took three medals in juvenile male.

Schirmer claimed silver in the rail jam and bronze in the slopestyle and slalom. He just missed medaling in the overall with a fourth place finish.

Rachel MacIntosh, who was the least experienced on the team, boarded to two bronze in Fairbanks. MacIntosh, who only started competing in snowboarding this season and was competing up an age division in junior female, placed third in slopestyle and in the rail jam.

“Coming out and overcoming a lot of fears, it was really amazing to see her grow,” said Couch. “In competition she’d say, ‘I’m scared to do this,’ but then she’d go and try it in practice and all of a sudden she was learning new tricks in practice and then was throwing them out in competition and was really stepping up to the plate. It was amazing to see her growth, in practice and in competition. She was doing things I didn’t know she could do.”

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Alberta North powers through Yukon in volleyball final Tom Patrick News Reporter

FAIRBANKS, ALASKA arly on in the week Team Alberta North showed themselves to be the team to beat. No one came closer than Yukon.

Alberta North dominated in junior male volleyball, taking gold with a 2516, 25-21, 25-19 win over Yukon at the Arctic Winter Games on Friday.

“We had no idea what the competition was like coming in here, it’s always a big mystery, and after the round-robin we thought we might have a chance (and) the tough competition was going to be Alberta,” said Yukon head coach Peter Grundmanis. “We lost to them two times in the round-robin, and we thought the third time when we meet them in the final it might be a different story, but we came up a little short.”

Alberta North went undefeated at the tournament with 12 consecutive wins. They didn’t drop a set the entire tournament with 20 straight in the round-robin and another six straight in their two best-of-five playoff matches.

Alberta North also took gold in the junior female division.

“The team on the other side was very good and played pretty much error free,” said Grundmanis. “Any time we made a small mistake, they capitalized on it, and that was the difference.”

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Yukon, who walked away with silver, put up a fight in the final. Down 11-4 in the first set, Yukon chipped away at the Alberta lead to move to within three at 17-14. Yukon left-side Cody Park led a lot of his team’s attacks with a barrage of kills and tricky tips.

“I think Cody Park really stepped it up today and for the tournament,” said Yukon captain/middle Kyle Wallace.

Yukon jumped out to a 5-3 lead – their only of the match – in the second set before a five-point run by Alberta North put them back in a deficit.

Throughout the match Yukon would close the gap before Alberta North went on a run and pulled away again.

“They just went on too many runs and we couldn’t keep coming back up to that level,” said Wallace.

“We definitely played a decent game, so there’s nothing to be too upset about, but the loss was tough.”

Yukon reached the final with a 25-16, 25-13, 25-8 over Nunavut on Thursday. Nunavut went on to take bronze with a five-set win over Alaska.

“That was probably one of our best executing games,” said Grundmanis.

“That one wasn’t as difficult, but we played a good match to get in (the final).”

Yukon placed second behind Alberta North in the round-robin with a 7-3 record. In addition to two losses to Alberta, Yukon dropped a three-

set match against Alaska to end the round-robin.

Yukon was the defending gold medal team, having won the tournament at the 2012 Games for the first time in 26 years.

“It was a great experience,” said Wallace. “I’m glad we were in the gold medal game and I’m glad I was representing Yukon, for sure.”

Yukon’s female volleyball team was eliminated from the tournament in their final round-robin game with a 27-25, 25-19 loss to Team Northwest Territories on Thursday.

“I’m very proud. The girls finished stronger than they started, which was amazing for our team,” said Yukon head coach Kasia Leary. “I’m sad it’s over and I’m exhausted, but they played so hard. Our big thing was in the end they wanted to play classy and fight right to the end, and I think they did that.”

Yukon finished the round-robin with a 1-9 record. Their one win came in their first match in Fairbanks, beating Nunavut 26-24, 25-22.

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Yukon midgets take hockey bronze, females fourth Tom Patrick News Reporter

been a lot of fun,” added Hanson. “On the ice, off the ice, it’s been great.”

FAIRBANKS, ALASKA eads were fleeting for YuYukon slow out of kon’s midget male hockey the gate in female team at the Arctic Winter Games last week. bronze game In their last three games Yukon had leads slip away. The Yukon’s female hockey team third time through, however, really started to skate in the they didn’t let the evaporated third period, but by then it was lead keep them from a win. too late.

Yukon let a three-goal The team was unable to advantage slip away but held overcome a 4-0 situation, dropon for the bronze in a 5-4 win ping the bronze medal game over Team Nunavut on Friday. 4-2 to Team N.W.T. on Friday.

“We’re having a hard time “We’re proud of how our holding a lead,” said Yukon team came together,” said head coach John Grant. “We Yukon head coach Louis managed to hang on. It was a Bouchard. “They didn’t show good game. It was pretty even, up for all of our last game. good goaltending, some nice They only showed up for half plays, big hits. Everything the of a period. If they played the fans like to see. whole game like they did the “We let them back in and last 12 minutes, we obviously had to pick it up again.” would have won that one Yukon – the defending gold game.” medal team – went up 3-0 Yukon left wing Sierra midway through the second Oakley of Haines Junction before three Nunavut goals scored both goals in her team’s leveled the score. attempted comeback. OakYukon also let a one-goal ley won a footrace against an lead slip into an 8-6 loss in N.W.T. defender down ice the semifinal and a four-goal to score on a wrist shot with lead slip to a 6-6 tie to end the 11:10 left in regulation. round-robin. Both games were She then scored three against Alaska, who went on minutes later on a shot from to take gold in a 5-4 win over the blue line with teammate N.W.T. Maddie Nicholson ducking “You wonder how they’re her head out of the way just in going to respond after losing time so the puck could find the that heartbreaker yesterday, top corner of the net. Nicholbut, no, they came out ready son and defenceman Tamara to play,” said Grant. “They’re Greek picked up an assist on happy. We got a medal.” the play.

Wingers Jarrett Malchow Oakley and Greek led the and Wyatt Gale, and centre team with four points in the Riley Pettitt, and each had a tournament. Oakley had three goal and assist against Nunagoals and an assist and Greek vut, with Gale whacking in the had two of each. game-winner under a minute “Sierra has always been a into the third period. Yukon Tom Patrick/Yukon News strong, strong skater,” said goalie Brett Skookum made 33 Bouchard. “She was part of the Yukon assistant captain Tamara Greek puts a slapper on net during the junior female bronze saves in the game. medal game at the Arctic Winter Games on Friday. Yukon lost 4-2 to Team N.W.T. original (Whitehorse) AvaGale and Pettitt were first lanche (rep) team when she and second in the tournament aska (at the 2010 Arctic Games semifinal on Thursday. Winger Games this year due to a conwas 10 or 11 years old. for points. Gale amassed eight in Grande Prairie, Alta.)”

Mykhaila McInroy scored for flict with the B.C. Provincial “She’s a fierce competitor; goals and seven assists and The Yukon team was sent Yukon.

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Yukon’s four soccer squads score two medals at Games

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Yukon’s Jamie Joe-Hudson fights for possession against an Alaska’s Jamie Milles in juvenile female indoor soccer on Friday. Yukon lost 2-1.

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Yukon captain Tristan Rentmeister chests the ball during the bronze medal match in juvenile male indoor soccer at the Arctic Winter Games on Friday. Yukon paced fourth with a 3-2 loss to Team Alaska.

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FAIRBANKS, ALASKA alf of Yukon’s indoor soccer teams won hardware while the other half missed out at the Arctic Winter Games last week.

Team Yukon’s junior females won gold, the junior males grabbed bronze and the juvenile squads each took one-goal losses in the bronze medal matches for fourth.

The Yukon junior males captured the bronze with a 5-1 win over the hosting Alaskans on Saturday.

“We wanted to win today,” said Yukon captain Jono Runions. “We had possession most of the game.

We played Alaska before so we knew what they were like. We closed them down pretty quickly. We just kept shooting on the net and got goals.”

Yukon striker Dominic Korn scored a natural hat trick to give his team a 3-0 lead in the bronze match.

Korn, who was named the game’s MVP, led his team in goals in the tournament with six.

Yukon’s Allen Mark and Andrew Scoffin also scored in the bronze match.

Yukon fell into the bronze medal match in a 6-1 semifinal loss to Team N.W.T., who went on to take

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“They’re happy (with bronze) …

We wanted to get in the finals and play Greenland, but we had a bad semifinal,” said Runions. “The guys were all tired, so we didn’t play that great … We weren’t ready for the game.”

Yukon’s juvenile female team slipped to fourth place with a tight 2-1 loss to Alaska on Friday. Christine Moser scored for Yukon on a low hard shot from the wing.

“The girls bought into the idea of playing more possession-oriented soccer, so we played a little less physically at the end of the tournament, trying to play good soccer,” said Yukon head coach Jacob Hanson.

“I think that effected the results in some ways, but they played the best soccer I’ve seen in the last two games – the two games they lost.

“I’m very happy with how they played.”

The failure to secure a medal came after a promising start. Yukon went 3-2 in the round-robin to place second, beating Alaska, N.W.T. and Nunavut. Alberta North won gold with a 7-1 win over Greenland in the final.

Yukon dropped a 2-1 lead over

silver-winning Greenland in the semifinal, losing 3-2.

Jamie Joe-Hudson and Moser scored for Yukon in the semi.

Mikaela Ponsioen led Yukon with seven goals in the tournament.

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little rotten luck in the bronze medal match. They placed fourth with a 3-2 loss to Alaska on Friday.

Yukon lost momentum when they accidently scored on themselves on a pass back to goalkeeper Frejean Pourier to make it 1-1.

“That definitely set us back a bit,” said Yukon captain Tristan Rentmeister. “We thought we had it and we were all really confident, and when that went in we were all brought back a bit.”

Scoring for Yukon in the bronze match were Malcolm Muir – the team’s only returning player from the 2012 Games – and Logan Harris.

“We definitely came here thinking we’d come back with something but I guess it spun around on us in the last minute,” said Rentmeister.

“We beat them 4-3 in the first game when we came here, so we might have gone into it a little bit cocky.

“I think the fact that a lot of our players were sick and hurt didn’t help the team. So some players didn’t play at all.”

Yukon lost 9-1 to silver-winning Greenland in the semifinal with a goal from Justin MacDougal to evade the shutout loss.

Yukon went 3-2 in the round-

robin to place third ahead of Alaska.

“It’s been great, it’s been an experience of a lifetime,” said Rentmeister. “I think everyone should have this kind of experience when they are playing in a competitive sport.”

“Our whole team did really well,” he added. “Everyone deserved a medal. Maybe next time.”

Yukon’s junior female beat Team N.W.T. 5-1 in the gold medal match on Saturday.

The team, which has largely been playing together for a decade, went undefeated in the tournament to defend Yukon’s gold from the 2012 Games in Whitehorse.

“I am so thrilled,” said coach Charly Kelly. “This is the last tournament with these girls for me.

Most of them are going on to university – I’ve got four trying out for universities – so this was the end.”

Yukon did not enter a team in the intermediate female division, which was won by Sapmi with a 9-1 win over Alaska.

See coverage of Yukon’s junior female team on page 22.

Contact Tom Patrick at tomp@yukon-news.com

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CLUES DOWN 1. Box top 2. Small integers 3. Mild yellow Dutch cheese 4. Bolivian savanna 5. Open air performing for love 6. No matter what or which 7. Religious degree 8. Lower limb 9. Prefix meaning inside 10. Crust covering a wound 12. Assail repeatedly 13. Samoyedic (alt. sp.)

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Second Opinion Society (SOS) Drop-in Centre Volunteer Under the supervision of the Drop-in Centre & Support Coordinator, Drop-in Centre volunteers are involved in drop-in centre program implementation, resource material management and providing peer support. The tasks associated with this position include providing peer support to people accessing the centre, assisting Coordinator with social and recreational programming, updating resource materials and assisting Coordinator with additional tasks.

Drop-in Centre: • Assisting with monthly program plan for drop- in centre • Assisting with weekly Community Lunch and/or weekly programming • Ensuring the maintenance of drop-in centre space • Assisting with the collection of drop-in centre statistics Recreation and Activities: • Assisting with weekly recreational programming and outings • Assisting sport activities such as hiking, canoeing, camping, winter cross-country skiing • Helping with special events such as holiday open houses • Helping with indoor recreation activities (video night, musical entertainment, special celebrations, games) Peer Counseling: • Listening and providing support to members and anyone using the centre • Providing information and make referrals to other organizations • Providing general orientation to new people visiting the centre • Relating in an empathetic way with people who drop in or telephone looking for support or access to resources Essential Skills and Qualifications: • Agreement to SOS general philosophy towards mental health • Experience providing support to others • Desire to work in a non-profit environment • Knowledge of the mental health system • Ability to work as independently and in a team-oriented setting • Comprehension with MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook • RCMP security clearance • Self-directed and motivated Contact: Hailey Hechtman info@second-opinion.ca 867-667-2037 http://www.second-opinion.ca/

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CANADIAN LYNDEN TRANSPORT Looking for Class 1 drivers with superb experience Please e-mail resume to abjork@lynden.com or Fax 867-668-3196 Phone: 668-3198 Amber Enterprises is looking for: CAMPGROUND ACCOMMODATION ATTENDANTS, NOC #6435 May till Nov, full time, shift work.

Requirements: Front desk customer service, accommodation registration, barista, and office staff Must speak English with a second language preferred (German, French, Spanish) Contact: rsc@klondiker.com Apply with cover letter, resume, and references.

Amber Enterprises is looking for: SEASONAL LIVE-IN ONSITE CAMPGROUND OFFICE MANAGER NOC #0632 $12.50 per hour.

May till Oct, full time, shift work.

Requirements: Accommodation Registration Management, Payroll, Scheduling, Staffing, Customer Service Must speak English and also have one of the following: German, Spanish or French Contact: rsc@klondiker.com Apply with cover letter, resume, and references.

DOWNTOWN DAYS CHILDCARE CENTRE Looking for an early childhood caregiver Training in early childhood or a related field required This position is 9:00am-5:30pm, Monday to Fridays Wage dependent on training and experience Call 667-6776, Echo or Lynda, for further information Resumes may be dropped off at 478 Range Road, faxed to 667-6736 or emailed to rustic@northwestel.net FULL TIME DENTAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED Full Time Assistant required immediately for Pine Dental.

Experience required.

Please fax resume to 867-668-5121 or drop off at clinic at 101-204 Black St.

Miscellaneous for Sale BETTER BID NORTH AUCTIONS Foreclosure, bankruptcy De-junking, down-sizing Estate sales.

Specializing in estate clean-up & buy-outs.

The best way to deal with your concerns.

Free, no obligation consultation.

333-0717 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 ALPINESTARS MOTORCROSS boots, Size 12, bought at Yukon Yamaha, hardly used. 660-5101 NIKON 401X Autofocus Camera for slides/prints, 90 mm Lens with Nikon adaptors, lg Lowepro Camera bag, $50, Slik tripod, $50. 660-5101 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 DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call National Teleconnect Today!

1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com.

BAFFIN SNOPACKS Boots, sz 12, Arctic type, new, $90. 660-5101

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

MONDAY • WEDNESDAY • FRIDAY

Community Services

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. DOWN SLEEPING bag, older but plenty warm, $40. 660-5101 MOVING OUT, white entertainment centre, stereo stand, new breadmaker, area rug 7ʼx10ʼ, dishes, pots, lamps, white microwave stand, etc. 393-3113 for info

NEW ENVIROLET compost toilet, waterless, includes ducting, $2,200 obo. 633-6502 OIL FURNACE, 3 yrs old, just serviced professionally. Olsen BML80B, 59,000-97,000, BTU/hr. EnergyGuide 83, $1,000. 335-8153 STEEL BUILDING SALE... BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT CONTINUED! 20X20 $3,915.

25X28 $4,848. 30X32 $6,339. 32X34 $7,371. 40X50 $12,649. 47X68 $16,691.

One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca :) = full woodshed.

Super-dry straight-grained lodgepole pine, $190/cord delivered in Whitehorse. Text or call Doug Martens/Teslin @ 334-7364 TECK CABLE 40 or 50 feet, armored, suitable for outdoor locations such as a hot tub, very thick, high current type. 332-2449

SHEET METAL air ducting adapters, 3 10”-8”, 3 8”-6”, 1 10”- 3 8”, thermo insulated ducting 6”, 8”, 10”, various lengths, offers.

334-7535 8 1000 watt light reflector hoods w class bottom, enclosed w 6” air cooled ports, $75 ea.

7 1000 watt 6” ported” glass tube w batwing reflector, A$80 ea

MENʼS 10K 61 gram gold bracelet, appraised at $4,000, asking $2,500. 335-5465 VINTAGE GLASS milk jars, 13 qt, 3 pint size for vases or craft projects, $30; various cutlery, some silver, good for craft projects, $25.

821-6011 BEAUTIFUL LONG length mink coat, size 14, dark colour w/hat, $750. (250)723-0944 SOLAR E Q U I P M E N T , Trace DC disconnect/over-current module, Trace charge/load controller, Trace power conversion centre, Nexen back-up charger, misc cables & fittings, ready to go, $1,500.

668-3647 ROYAL WEDDING Album, $20, King Tutankhamenʼs Treasures, $20, Mandrell family album, signatured, $20, assorted novels, $5. 633-3113 JACQUES COUSTEAU Collection set of 4, #1 Life & Death in a Coral Sea, #2 Dolphins, #3 Sharks, #4 Whales, $100. 633-3113

Electrical Appliances HOTPOINT (GE) washer, works great, (we upgraded) $150. 334-5323

3 8” inline Hurricane fans, used, $100. 1 8” Hurricane fan, new, $150. 336-4202 MANFROTTO VIDEO Head and Tripod: Manfrotto Video Head (504HD) with 3-section Carbon Fiber Tripod (MPRO 535) and nylon carry case (MBAG100PN). Like-new condition. $950. 667-6472

TVs & Stereos Paying cash for good quality modern electronics.

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

Surplus Sale

4ʼ X 8ʼ pool table, cues, three sets of balls, $250. 633-3041 LOW BUSH cranberries, 20 cups, 4 cups $10, nice, clean and frozen. 633-4079

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Yukon College is holding a sale of surplus assets on March 29th at 9:00am to 3:00pm PST in the lower Automotive Shop at Ayamdigut Campus, Whitehorse – there will be directional signage.

InCluded In The SAle WIll be: • various automotive equipment including a tire changer, alignment hoist/air compressor/and wheel alignment machine (in working condition) • several electrical training panels • 3 – 4 post automotive hoists (in working condition) • pallets/lots of automotive engines and components such as drivetrain, pumps, brake parts, rads, carbs, etc.

• a large metal storage rack • several Miller welders (in working condition) • All items are offered for sale in as is, where is condition, with no stated or implied warranty.

Items are only available for review and bidding on March 29th beginning at 9:00am and all bids must be submitted at that location, by 3:00 pm PST.

HONDA GENERATOR, needs some work; Yamaha generator, needs a fuel tank.

633-3116 or 334-3160

Kluane First Nation JOB OPPORTUNITY EnvironmEntal officEr Full Time/Regular Salary: $45,000. - $65,000. Per year, depending on experience Based on 70 hours biweekly/ Burwash Landing Application deadline: 4:30 – march 28, 2014

ovErviEw: Under the direction of the Natural Resources Manager, the Environmental Officer is responsible for monitoring and administering environmental acts, regulations, policies and procedures. This includes assessing development applications where KFN has jurisdiction and making recommendations regarding those applications to senior staff or Council. As well, they are responsible for monitoring projects within KFN jurisdiction or in co-management areas and serve as the overall technical support to KFN in matters relating to the environment.

accountabilitiEs: • • • • • • • •

Ensuring KFN meets their responsibilities under the YESSA agreement Conduct and perform environmental assessments Monitoring by on-site visits and reviewing developer/operator terms Collecting and disseminating YESSA information Monitoring environmental clean-ups Assisting with developing strategies for dealing with environmental issues Conduct water samples and other testing as may be required Assisting the KFN Lands, Resources and Heritage Department with other duties relating to environmental issues as may be required

Qualifications: The candidate will have a minimum of 2 years Post-secondary education in the field of environmental assessment or completion of the Environmental Officer Training Program or equivalent. They are required to possess work experience in environmental assessment and monitoring.

conditions of EmploymEnt: Valid Class-5 Yukon Driver`s licence, Wilderness First Aid

GET FRONT ROW TICKETS to the 2014 GREY CUP GAME in Vancouver with DASH TOURS The Official Tour Operator. 3 nights hotel included. Call 1-800-265-0000 or www.DASHTOURS.com.

Successful bidders will be notified on March 31st and must remove their items by April 2 at 5:00pm.

PROPANE TANK/BOTTLE, 100 lbs, full of propane, no rust, great cond, never used, $200 obo. 393-2110 QUEEN SIZE Cdn. Tire air bed on legs, like new, $50. 667-6991

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

HONEYWELL DIGITAL thermostat, model Focus Pro 5000, 5-yr warranty, new, $25.

Daytol cooling thermostat, $50. 336-4202

NOC 2174

candidates can submit their resume to: HR Kluane First Nation email: hr.capacityofficer@kfn.ca We thank you in advance for your application, however only qualified candidates will be contacted.

COMPUTER PROGRAMMER

3 1000 sq.ft. rolls of Thermaflow poly sheeting, super white reflective, $25 per roll.

334-7535 VINTAGE STEREO cabinet record player, Zenith floor model, flips over for compact storage, serious offers, 333-9020

Our Computer Programmers offer exceptional customer service and technical expertise by providing technical support, programming and testing for Air North’s computer systems.

VINTAGE STORAGE trunks for bedding, etc, cedar lined, serious offers only, 333-9020

Duties and responsibilities include: • Writing, modifying, integrating and testing Java code.

Knowledge of JavaSctipt, HTML, CSS, Linux/Unix, MySQL and SQL server, and ColdFusion an asset.

• Maintaining existing programs by making functional modifications as required • Assisting in reports, manuals and other doucmentation on the status, operation and maintenance and software

YAMAHA EF4600DX generator, both 120 & 240 volt, economy (auto) idle, low oil alert, 21lt fuel tank, good cond, $1,500 obo.

332-2113 SEEDLING BOXES, various sizes, free for the taking, call for info. 667-6907 9 1000 watt ballasts dual 120/240 watt w dimmable & super lumens from 50%-110% operating output, super efficient, lightweight and cool, $150 ea. 336-4202 18 240 watt electrical plug receptacles wired into elec boxes, offers. 4 Green Hornet LED lights for dark room, $5 ea. 334-7535 2 HONEYWELL Air Genius air purifier, screens out microbials, mould, bacteria, new $225, asking $100. 336-4202 VINTAGE CLEMENT canoe paddles, T-handle, 56” and 60”, 8ʼ blade, $30 ea. 660-5101 15 1000 watt HPS, high efficient light bulbs, $25 ea. 5 1000 watt IMH bulbs, $25 ea.

334-7535 9 1000 watt ballasts Lumatek 240 power supply only, $100 ea. 3 Intermatic model T104 heavy duty timers, $35 ea. 334-7535

For complete details and duties, visit flyairnorth.com/careers LOCATION: HOURS/WAGE:

Whitehorse, Yukon Full time (40 hours per week), $32.97 per hour.

Please submit your resumé to Krista Power on or before March 28, 2014.

EMAIL/FAX: careers@flyairnorth.com / 867.456.3111 IN PERSON: Air North Administrative Office 150 Condor Road, Whitehorse, Yukon We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in the position and advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

VARIOUS POCKET books from 60s & 70s, Kurt Vonnegut, Mark Vonnegut, Richard Brautigan, John Le Carre, Tom Robbins, W.P. Kinesella, Roald Dahl, Herman Hesse, etc. 660-5101 3 MENʼS wool jackets, size L, good cond, $20 ea. 667-6907

with photography skills.

We’re a twice-weekly community newspaper that often punches above our weight, producing probing, award-winning journalism.

Last year we won six Canadian Community Newspaper Awards – more than any other publication in our circulation size.

This is a full-time job.

We’re looking for someone to preferably start June 1.

We’re looking for someone who has a proven ability to work as a newspaper reporter. In exchange for your hustle and drive, we’ll give you an opportunity to do some of your best writing in your career.

As one of three or four news reporters, you’d be expected to divide your time between writing news assignments and producing features for our arts, business and life sections in the back of the paper.

The ideal candidate is able to pound out a hard-hitting news story on deadline and write a thoughtful, entertaining feature during a lull. News judgement, attention to detail, the ability to meet daily deadlines and a cool head under pressure are all essential.

Having competent photography skills is an asset. The Yukon News supplies the camera equipment. Please also indicate if you have a driver’s licence.

Please send editor John Thompson a cover letter, resume and five published stories that show the depth and breadth of your reporting experience, as well as samples of your published images.

SLIDE SORTER, like new, $20. 667-6907 POOL TABLE, 5 regular pool cues, 1 child's pool cue, granny stick, cue/ball rack, score board, 3 sets of balls, $550. 334-3158

General Assignment Reporter

Applications may be emailed to editor@yukon-news.com.

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flyairnorth.com/careers www.blackpress.ca Air North, Yukon's Airline is committed to employment equity, and has been serving Yukoners for 35 years.

We offer competitive wages, a benefits package and an enriching work environment to our over 270 employees.

www.yukonnews.com

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Excellent for all ou t door fun. Sellin g because of medic al issues.

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ch 2500lb 700km. Warn win 1995 21.5’ Starcraf r 2wd or 4wd ifte sh d 4w h t 5th Wheel wit 5-Spd king $7000 oboEverything works great!! Fridg As .

ITP h inc 25 e, freezer, a/c, Brand new mic row ave , furnace, HW he 0-0000 ater stove/oven.

Half-ton towable!

Call or text 000-00 Full bthrm w/showe r/tub.

Tires in excellent shape. $5000 obo.

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Pro Street Chopper 2003 Big Dog PitbucllFlame in colour.

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Phone: 867-667-6285

Whitehorse, YT (91870 Alaska Hwy) We need summer help for a busy household moving company. You must be able to carry weights of 10-50 lbs, taking inventory and disassembling and re-assembling furniture.

This is a temporary summer position starting at the end of April, 2014 and ending August 31, 2014. Daily/weekly overtime and weekend hours may apply.

Training provided. **End of Summer Retention Bonus Available $500** Please apply by sending your resume to Marica MacDonald at

marica.macdonald@matco.ca

Daylu Dena Council is currently recruiting a full time dynamic, energetic, self-motivated and professional Executive Director located at Lower Post B.C. on a full time basis. He/she Works under the support and supervision provided by the Chief and Council. The Executive Director will be involved in financial and strategic planning and implementation, overseeing daily operations of the band administration, and reporting to funding agencies.

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SUMMER EMPLOYMENT

Daylu Dena Council is seeking applications for the position of

1987 Eight Wheel

1979 Peterborough

18’ Boat Fibreglass. 1985 70HP Evinrude bo at motor (recent ma intenance) worki ng like a charm. Boat in good shape ready to go.

Trailer included.

Asking $4200 ob o.

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211 Wood Street, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2E4

Wednesday, March 26, 2014 3DHD SAMSUNG TV, 2 glasses, $800.

336-3093

JOB OPPORTUNIT Y

With our extensive, organized listings, readers will find your ad easily, so you won’t be climbing the walls looking for buyers.

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Strong leadership and communication skills are required as the Executive Director will work with 11 Programs in developing and delivering services to ensure that needs of the Membership are met in a timely and efficient manner.

The Executive Director will ensure that the Band Programs meet all government legislation and Band policies. As well, must maintain a professional code of conduct, integrity and sound judgment and be knowledgeable about the socioeconomic issues facing First Nations.

Skills Required: Minimum Qualifications: • A University Degree in Public Administration or related field.

• Leadership effectiveness, minimum 5 years experience at a senior management level working with a First Nations organization, and knowledge of First Nations governance. Ability to manage 15+ staff.

• Excellent written and oral communications skills • Proficiency in computer software programs and technology • Ability to plan, develop and manage programs • Experience in financial management, budgeting and reporting • Experience in Proposal Writing and knowledge of funding sources • Must be bondable • Able to Multi-Task and work in a fast paced environment • Strong technical skills and ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

• Valid Driver’s Licence and Reliable Vehicle.

• Criminal records check Required Skills and Knowledge: • Public speaking skills along with team leadership, management skills, and social awareness • Strategic Planning skills and Time Management Skills • Thorough knowledge of all federal, provincial, and other funding sources and reporting requirements • General knowledge of the culture, values and traditions of the Kaska Dena is an asset.

Benefits and Other Information: Salary and Remunerations: We offer a respectful, and progressive work environment, a competitive salary, and an above average benefits package.

Application Instructions: Please submit your application with a cover letter, updated resume, copy of certification and 3 current references to: Denelle Spencer Phone: (250) 779-3161-2304 ext.248 or Email: executivedirector@dayludenacouncil.com CLOSING DATE: MARCH 31, 2014

Computers & Accessories APPLE AIRPORT Extreme Model No. A1408, 2011, 5th generation. Excellent condition, original packaging. $75. 667-6472 CINTIQ 12WX Tablet Display, incl.Pen, Driver Software and manual, hardly used, compatible with Window and Mac, new $1,200, asking $800. 867-863-5404 ASUS P5Q Pro Motherboard, Intel Core2 Quad Q8400 @2.66GHz 4 Core processor 6MB DDR2 Memory, 667-2066

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

G&R Pawnbrokers 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL • LOANS FENDER TELECASTER electric guitar, made in US, like new, $1,200. 334-3009 PIANO TUNING & REPAIR by certified piano technician Call Barry Kitchen @ 633-5191 email:bfkitchen@hotmail.com GUITAR RAVEN Acoustic A-series with case, 660-5101 FENDER SQUIER Vintage modified precision bass, exc cond, c/w gig bag, $385. Thomas at 867-660-4826, lv msg FENDER SUPER Champ X2 HD guitar amplifier, mint, $350. Thomas @ 867-660-4826, lv. msg YAMAHA DIGITAL piano, $700. 336-3093 FIBERGLASS BONGOS, red, heavy duty double-braced tilting stands chrome. Ideal for use within a drum set or stand alone.

Tools. $175. 668-5701 TRABEN CHAOS Core Bass with strap, hard case, amp & amp cord, 1 year old, played only twice, great cond, plays well. $1,100 obo. 335-5185

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 Approx 8 cord loads of 20ft dry logs $1300 cash and debit accepted

334-8122 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 S.A. vouchers accepted.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE Beetle killed Approximately 20-cord logging truck loads $150 per cord Delivered to Whitehorse Call Clayton @ 867-335-0894 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

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 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 DONʼS FIREWOOD 100+-cord bucked firewood always available No-charge emergency delivery Kwanlin Dun/Social Services Why wait? Prompt delivery $240/cord City limits No excuses 393-4397 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 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

WANTED: OLD lifebuoys in good condition.

456-2019, lv msg WANTED: CASSETTE player in good working condition, 633-3664 WANTED: WALL tent, 8x10 or larger, 4ft walls, window, with stove if available, no frame needed, good condition, no mildew!

Call 332-2113 WANTED: USED furniture, just moved, anything will help. 334-0745 WANTED: PROPANE stove & fridge.

633-3494, lv msg WANTED: BEE keeping equipment (used/new), bees & queen, 5 cu ft chest freezer. Christina 390-2004 WANTED: LOOKING to purchase a meat band saw, 633-8416 WANTED: DRESSMAKING form on a stand, inexpensive. 668-5188 WANTED: PLEXIGLAS floor mat for home office chair. Must be thicker material for use on plush carpets. Call Ken @ 633-4686 WANTED: DOG-SITTER in your home for 8 lb dog, no other pets, please, for June, July & Aug, Monday through Thursday overnight.

Will pay well. 633-6401 for info.

WANTED: SNOWBLOWER, Craftsman 10HP dual stage 32", for parts only, does not need to be working. Call Ken @ 633-4686 WANTED: LAMINATE flooring: need 1-2 boxes of Dreamfloor v-groove wood laminate in "Canyon Acacia" colour. 667-4616 WANTED: FORD Owners, CRG Mystery shopping looking for people to mystery shop local dealership while getting oil change. Get paid to fill out online survey, reimbursed for the service. www.crgms.com

Cars

NON-RESTRICTED FIREARMS course presented by Whitehorse Rifle & Pistol Club, April 5 & 6. For more info call 633-6536 or 334-1688 BOLT ACTION Browning Safari 30-06 classic hunting rifle, c/w Leupold base, $750.

336-2789 WINCHESTER MODEL 70 243 win, good cond, $600. 336-2789 1866 DATED Remington rolling block chambered in 8x58 Danish perfect bore, c/w brass & dies, $650. 336-2789 GSG 1911 hand gun .22 caliber, weighted replica of the .45acp, c/w 2 clips, carry case, restricted licence required, $400 obo.

336-8525 REMINGTON .308 ACC-AD tactical sniper rifle (1-10 twist, threaded muzzle,sun shade) with Bushnell Elite 4-15-40 scope, external hash marks, turret style. comes with sling, hard case/rounds. 336-8525

Wanted WANTED: WOOD stove for the garage, preferably RSF. 334-6868 WANTED TO buy: FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

WANTED: OLDER style double paned wooden framed windows for solarium, 4x3ʼ, 4x4ʼ, or 4x5ʼ, 668-5964 WANTED: WASHSTAND in oak or pine in good condition. 456-2019, lv msg WANTED: SOMEONE to service a cassette deck and/or an 8” reel-to-reel tape recorder.

Len @ 393-4732

2006 PONTIAC Solstice convertible sports car, 65,000 km, 2.4 4 cyl 177hp, 5-spd standard, Immaculate, great sound, great heater. $19,500. Spring is coming!

633-5470 2005 TOYOTA Echo Hatchback, red, exc cond, c/w second set of winter tires/rims, 132,000kms, $7,500 obo. 335-0607 or 334-5190 2005 TOYOTA Sienna, 190,000kms, 4 mounted new summer/4 mounted studded winters, new mounted spare, command start, Light Force lights, ipod/Sirius wiring, well maintained, Dawson CIty. 334-9328

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1990 SUBARU SW Legacy, good runner, $1,500. 633-2740 1988 FORD Cougar, 2-dr hard top, power everything, gd tires, new shocks, runs well, $3,000 obo or trade for Ski-doo or same value 4-wheeler. 668-7976

2011 1-TON diesel crew cab 8 ft box 40,000km, still under warranty, great condition command start, $39,000. 456-7157

2011 KIA Forte SX Koup, 6-spd manual, black, great cond, like new, c/w set of winter/summer tires, 37,000kms, 2 yrs warranty left, need something different for work, $14,000. 335-3210

2010 FORD Escape XLT Sports Edition, 55,300kms, V-6, 4-WD, power everything, hitch, moonroof, leather, remote start, Blue Tooth, Sirius, LED interior lights, paid $37,000 new, asking $18,900. 336-3033

2009 NISSAN Maxima Sport 58,000 kms, exc cond, winter/summer tires on rims, bose, remote start, leather heated seats and steering, much more, $25,750. 335-9976

2010 NISSAN X Terra offroad edition, 6-spd standard, like new, 61,000km, 332-3928

2002 C H R Y S L E R Concorde LX, 117,000kms, spotless cond, runs/drives exc, well cared for, $3,800 obo. 335-3868

633-6019

1 9 9 7 IN TR EPID Sport 3.5 ltr auto, 114,000kms, nice running car, newer summer tires ,inspection done, body/glass in good cond, $2,500. 335-3868

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

334-1006

2008 SUZUKI GSX-R 750, mint condit, 5,000 kms, well maintained, $7,600 obo or trade for dirt bike, quad or truck of equal value. 335-1106

For inFormation call

2000 CADILLAC DTS, pearl white on beige leather, rare night vision option, low kms, 130,000, beautiful condition, $9,800 obo.

335-5465

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

2009 RAV4 V6 Sport, 90,200km, loaded, exc cond, serviced by Toyota, 2-yrs on 30,000km Toyota extended warranty left, service records avail, $18,900. 335-6817

Help control the pet overpopulation problem

have your pets spayed or neutered.

2001 DODGE Neon, 44,000kms, maroon, sunroof, auto start, $5,500 obo. 334-3376

We Sell Trucks!

2009 DODGE Caravan with stow and go seating, 134,000km, new all season tires, in excellent condition, $11,500.00. 333-0236 or 456-4112 2008 F-150 SuperCrew XLT/XTR Plus pkg.

Ford extended warranty, summer/winter wheels, power everything, sunroof, tow pkg, canopy, 6ʼ6” bed, 117,000kms, $17,500 obo.

332-5985 leave message.

2008 TOYOTA Tacoma, extra cab, canopy, 4 cyl, manual, 93,000 kms, mostly highway, exc cond, 2 sets rims/tires, great gas mileage, $15,000. 668-3584

Pet of the Week! appy

Hello, I’m Sappy. I’m a shy young guy. I would be better suited in a quiet home, with older children. I do need patience and I will warm up to you on my own time. Once I’m comfortable in my environment I am a totally different cat!

So come on down and meet me today!

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

2002 MUSTANG 4.6L, 5-spd, new tires/battery, exc looking/running cond, low kms, $8,500. 633-2740

Trucks

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Pet Report

2004 HONDA CRV 4 Cyl. all wheel drive, std. Single owner, regular maintenance, good condition, 170,000 km and $8,800, negotiable. Call 633-5002

1984 MAZDA 626, 4-dr auto, 75% or better on winter tires, body in great shape, no rust, $1,000. 867-821-4924

Case cutlery, high quality hand-crafted pocket and hunting knives available at G&R Pawnbrokers 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL • LOANS

SAKO TIKKA 300 WSM lite stainless, exc cond, muzzle break, Burris 3x9 scope unmounted, limbsaver, bi pod, PAL required, $1,400. 633-2449

2007 DODGE Caliber, like new condition, 128,000 km, standard, heated seats, remote start, 6 CD stereo, 2 sets tires, $9500 obo.

333-0236 or 456-4112

1987 DODGE 600 4-door 6cyl runs good, interior clean, paint not pretty but good solid transportation, $1,500 obo. 334-8089

Guns & Bows

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

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Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Cece

Pippa

LOST/FOUND LOST

• Porter creek area, 5-6 month old cat, male, black answers to Salem. if found contact morgan @ 334-0126. (04/03/14)

FOUND

• 8th and Jarvis street, medium, brown and white chest, husky wearing a leather studded collar no tags. contact Joanne @3933573 (15/03/14)

• Hamilton Blvd near Falcon drive, medium dog, long black curly hair, not wearing a collar. contact Kristen @ 3348622 (17/03/14) • Black street and 7th ave, small dog, black and white with a curly tail, female, no collar, contact alrs @ 604-347-7115 (25/03/14)

RUNNING AT LARGE...

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

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

IN FOSTER HOMES DOGS

• 6 months old, female, Husky / labX, blonde ( Winnie) • 7 weeks old, female, corgi X, black and brown (Pippa) • 4 yr old, neutered male, husky, black and white (rikki)

• 2 yr old, neutered male, maltese, white (Zeus)

cATS

• 2 yr old, DSH, brown spayed female (minou)

AT THE SHELTER DOGS

• 3 yr old, neutered male, GSD/rottie, black and brown (trouble) • 7 yr old, spayed female, beagle/houndX, brown and black (tootsie) • 3yr old, neutered male, akita, grey and white (a.J.) • 4 yr old, spayed female, chihuahua, brown (Jilly) • 4 yr old, neutered male, chihuahua, cream (Willie)

cATS

• 2 yr old, DSH, white and black, neutered male (tom) • 3 yr old, DmH, black and white, spayed female (cece) • 3 yr old, DSH, white and black neutered male (Jax) • 2yr old, DSH, grey and white, neutered male (Sappy) • 10 months old, DSH, grey and white, neutered male (moss)

SPEcIAL • Homes needed for retired sled dogs. they would make excellent pets. Please contact 668-3647 or kennelmanager@muktuk.com

633-6019 126 Tlingit Street

www.humanesocietyyukon.ca

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 3500 Dodge Laramie diesel, low mileage, 2 sets tires on rims, winter studded and summer, $38,000 obo. 336-1701 2007 TOYOTA Sienna limited AWD 7 passenger minivan, 75,000 kms, power sliding doors/rear hatch, sunroof, all options, new winter tires on rims, serious offers only, 333-9020 2006 FORD F-150 4X4 ext cab, 5.4L, incl winter/summer tires, camper tie downs, towing pkg, recently replaced brakes, clean/reliable, 183,000kms, $12,000 obo.

867-863-5508 2006 GMC 1500 extʼd cab 4x4, fully loaded leather seats, box liner and cover, new tires, non-smoker, 180,000kms, $15,500. 778233-2855 or 250-651-7880 2005 F150 Super Crew, loaded, leather int, FX4, sun roof, 135,000kms, black, $16,500.

334-3160 or 633-3116 2005 F250 FX4 6.0 crew cab short box, lots of extras, runs good, am upgrading, $8,999 obo. 1998 F150 Lariat super cab 4x4, runs good $3,500 obo. 335-7327

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

2005 F350 diesel Lariat, 4wd, long box, fully loaded, all engine updates, orig owner, exec cond, 160,000kms, $18,000. 334-9436 or 667-4463

2002 MAZDA B2300 2.3L 4 cyl manual RWD,150,000km, new timing chain, c/w canopy, summer/winter tires on rims, $4,000 obo. 334-8287

2009 DUCATI Monster 696 in showroom cond, 2,700 kms, 1 owner. Incls cover, charger, & more, $8,750. Serious inquiries only. 335-3349

2005 TOYOTA Sequoia 4 WD, 158,000kms, 8 passenger, leather, new Goodyear tires, electric brake controller, $22,000.

867-660-4723 or 867-332-5450

2001 DODGE Dakota RT, 5.9L, auto, loaded, fast truck, low kms, $6,500.

633-2740

RONʼS SMALL ENGINE SERVICES Repairs to Snowmobiles, Chainsaws, Lawnmowers, ATVʼs, Small industrial equipment.

Light welding repairs available 867-332-2333 lv msg

2004 DODGE 1500 crew cab, 4X4, Laramie, fully loaded, 185,000kms, $11,000 obo.

456-4377

2001 FORD F-250, ext cab, long bed, 7.3L diesel, auto, bed liner, air bags, wired for camper, new tires, good shape, $9,000.

335-7878

2004 GMC 7 passenger Safari van, blue, 170,000km, well maintained, $5,800 obo, 334-5491 for info

1999 DODGE Ram 1500 SLT 1/2 ton, 4X4, ext cab, 4-dr, V8 auto, c/w canopy, new Michelin tires, all power equipped, $4,299.

667-7777 or 336-2029

2004 RAM 2500 4X4 diesel, long box, auto, 6” lift, new trans, set up for work, $23,000 obo. 536-2658

1998 DODGE Dakota Sport, 4x4, std, candy apple red, new tires, front end & brakes, $5,800. 336-3566 or 393-3490

2003 FORD E-350, 1 ton cargo van, clean, with shelves & separator, gas, 5.4l engine, auto, good 4 season tires, new battery, 210,000 kms, $8,000, 335-3674

1997 DODGE 2500 4X4 Cummins, 169,000kms, one owner, dealer serviced since new, all records, pristine condition, $17,500 obo. 456-2130

2002 CHEV Silverado 4x4 ext cab, 4-dr, V8 auto, cruise, new Wrangler tires, $5,999.

667-7777 or 336-2029

In Loving Memory of

d r a h c Ri err N. K June 4,1968 – March 27, 2013

There’s not a day that goes by When we don’t have a memory of you, In our hearts you still remain Although You were taken from us to too be with Jordan We miss you every day and say a prayer to you To say how much WE LOVE YOU! LOVE Mom, Dad, Colleen (Matt), Brian, Danica Your friends far and near, YOUR SONS WILLIAM, ANDREW & YOUR GIRL DINA

stephen Mills Jr., left us on March 19th, 2014 at the young age of 21. While we are all deeply saddened, we have been blessed with his kind heart and thoughtful ways, his laughter, his love of life and deep caring for all his friends and family. His spirit lives with the people and the land that he loved.

1994 DODGE Dakota 4X4, extʼd cab, V8, 318 motor, 210,500kms, canopy, $3,600.

821-3369 1992 GMC 2500 4X4, new motor, exhaust system & transfer case, good cond, low kms, very powerful, $4,800 obo. 334-5032 1992 TOYOTA 4-Runner, 4X4, 22re, 4-cyl, 5-spd standard, good tires, new timing chain/main brake lines, price includes identical parts vehicle, 346,000km, $2,500 obo.

867-863-5508 1990 DODGE 1-ton van, V8, auto, rear cabinets c/w heater, mint cond (needs differential), near-new rubber, $1,400. 667-7777 1990 TOYOTA Hiace, AWD, diesel, auto, excellent fuel consumption, 8 passenger or great camping/handicapped vehicle, 128,000 kms, $4,500. 333-9020

Auto Parts & Accessories 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 4 255/70 R17 tires, good tread, $200.

633-2740 3 14” trailer tires, with white spoke rims, $225. 633-2740 FULL SIZE truck bed liner, fits 1974-1996 Ford, $200. 633-2580 TRUCK TOPPER/CANOPY, heavy duty, side sliding windows with screens, front sliding window, back window with lock, 98"x72"x22", dark red, $650 obo. 660-4646 4 M O T O M A S T E R all terrain tires, 225/75R16, studded, 3,000km, 4 steel wheels (rims), 5 lug bolt pattern, 4.5" or 114.3mm, fits on Jeeps and many others, $650 obo. 660-4646 BLUE LENSES for 10” Lightforce lights, $35.

667-6907 2001 DAKOTA tailgate, new cond, $175, 633-2740 4 GOODYEAR Tracker #2 tires, P235/70 R16, over half tread left, $150. 633-6072 4 TOYO A/T open ranger tires LT265/70 R17, 10 ply c/w 8-hole Dodge aluminum rims w nuts & centre hubs, 1/2 worn, $400.

334-3009

Stephen

Mills Jr.

NEW HONDA fit rim, never used, $50.

334-3009 ALTERNATOR FOR 1995 Toyota Corolla, 1 year old. $100 obo. 867-660-4723 or 867-332-5450

Pets 3/4 PUG & 1/4 chug puppy for sale, 3.5 months old, has all shots update, $450. Inquire at 633-5362 TO GIVE away Lab/Shepherd cross puppies, weaned, ready for a good home. 393-1953

We Welcome friends and family to a vieWing on Sunday, March 30th, 2014 from 2:00 to 4:00 at the Heritage North Funeral Home in Whitehorse.

Stephen’s service will be at the Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre on Monday, March 31st, 2014 at 2:00 followed by a celebration of his life and feast.

Please join us in celebrating stePhen and all that he gave and meant to us.

Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there; I do not sleep.

Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there; I did not die.

I’ll always be with you.

LARGE MIXED breed dog needs good home with outdoor environment, she is quiet and good with children, have a lung condition which requires we find her another home. 660-5213 2 YEAR old, medium sized husky cross to give to a loving, cat free home, great with kids/other dogs, quiet, gentle disposition, but needs active interaction. Playful and intelligent. 668-2952

Motorcycles & Snowmobiles 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

2007 BRP 400 Outlander quad, $4,000 obo.

336-1701 Recreational Powersports and Marine (RPM) Repairs Service, repair and installations for snowmobiles, ATVs, motorcycles, chainsaws, marine and more Qualified and experienced mechanic Great rates 335-4181 ICE FISHING auger, as new, 33 cc, 8” auger, $300 obo. 633-6502 2003 MOUNTAIN Cat 600, 1,600 miles, runs good w trailer, $3,700. 1995 Polaris Indy 500 electric start, reverse, new seat/windshield, 3,300km, 2-up seat, $2,900. 333-0717 2000 POLARIS 550 Sports touring, reverse, 2-up seat, 742ms, runs nice, $3,700. 1993 Polaris Indy 500, runs good, 2-up seat, $2,400 obo. 333-0717 2009 SKI-DOO Summit 800, exc cond, has c and a skis, ceramic can, 1800 miles, c/w Ski-doo team cover, spare upper/lower a arms, tie rod ends, $7,000 obo 333-0484 WANTED: SKANDIC SWT with the 600 ACE motor in good condition with low km.

634-2559 2010 M8 Sno Pro, $6,000 obo. Must sell.

689-8738 2011 PROWLER 700 DTX sideXside, tilt cargo box, winch, seats 3, upgraded 6 ply tires, c/w original tires, power steering, front/rear hitch receiver, below market, $6,800 or trade. 335-7436

VARIOUS SIZE and type of water pumps for mining, diesel engines, 1 hydraulic for floating, 1 pump only, can deliver to Whitehorse. email brmining@hushmail.com Wesley 250235-3333

Aircraft 3430 FLOATS with 185 gear. 399-3332

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 2004 8ʼ camperette, sleeps 2, very clean, simple design, great for hunting, $1,700 or trade for quad or dirt bike of equal value.

335-1106 2009 T@B trailer in exc condition, fridge, stovetop, sink, dining table folds down to large bed, CD player, c/w large tent which attaches, $12,000. 334-5190 2002 10 1/2ʼ Frontier camper, $6,500 obo.

336-1701 8ʼX12ʼ DOUBLE wide quad trailer, seldom used, $2,800 obo. 336-1701 SNOWBEAR UTILITY trailer, 4' x 8' deck, 2,090 lb axle, weights 450 lbs, removable steel rails/ramp tilting deck, 4-way flat elec trailer connector, 1ʼ ball receiver, $1,150 obo. 660-4646 20ʼ ENCLOSED cargo trailer, dual axle, 8ʼ wide, side window & barn style doors, $6,500 obo. Gary 335-9596 2004 FLEETWOOD RV trailer, 21ʼ, $14,800.

335-6574

2011 PROWLER 700 HDX sideXside, seats 3, tilt cargo box, winch, power steering, upgraded, new 6 ply tires, gun holder, skid plates, storage, selling below market, $6,800 obo. 335-7436

2001 DODGE Pleasureway camper van, 5.9L gas engine, low mileage, stove, fridge, microwave, toaster oven, shower, toilet, a/c, $26,000. 668-2866

2010 ARCTIC Cat BearCat 570 XT, wide track, 2-up seat, reverse, hand warmers, elec start, 3,630 Miles, great trail machine and/or work horse, $6,500. 393-2111

1988 DODGE camper van, immaculate, 4-burner stove w/oven, toilet, microwave, roof fan, new tires/tran, low mileage, lots of storage, sleeps 4, $10,000 firm. 668-2866

2005 POLARIS 800 RMK, 159” track, reverse, complete rebuilt engine, clutch rebuilt, SLP pipe & V Force reeds, $4,800. 633-4643

2000 9ʼ Okanagan truck camper, bathroom with shower, furnace, fridge, stove, queen bed, good working cond, $7,800 obo.

335-7436

2005 SUZUKI 700 King Quad, windshield and faring, rear storage compartment, low miles, great cond, $5,500. 333-9020 2005 SUZUKI Boulevard. 800 cc, exc cond, shaft drive, electronic fuel injection, 17,000 kms, well maintained, easy to drive, maneuverable, great on gas, c/w wind screen, $4,500. 335-4486

Marine PROFESSIONAL BOAT REPAIR Fiberglass Supplies Marine Accessories FAR NORTH FIBERGLASS 49D MacDonald Rd Whitehorse, Yukon 393-2467 21ʼ CAMPION Fishing Machine 210, walk around with cuddy, 225hp Mercury outboard, GPS, fish finder, marine radio, 2 downriggers, $11,000. 333-0740 1999 21FT bayliner classic 450 inboard motor seats 6, marine band radio, new marine stereo, selling with trailer, $7,500 obo.

334-3158 12ʼX54ʼHOUSEBOAT, VERY good condition, too much to list, c/w trailer & one years moorage in Atlin, fully equipped, ready to go, $53,000 obo.

778-233-2855 or 250-651-7880 MERCURY 15HP kicker with stand in exc cond, only 80hrs, $2,700. 334-3158

Heavy Equipment NEW PORTABLE sawmill. Manufactured in Yukon. Cuts logs 2ʼ diameter, 20ʼ long. $4,850 obo.

Check it out on www.pro-cut.com 334-6094 SHAKER SLUICE box on skids, spray bar, gas engine, spray bar, $5,000.

867-536-7610 for info.

843 BOBCAT, 4,500 hrs, c/w bucket, blade, well maintained, ready for work, $14,000.

456-8833 (cell) or 867-399-7010 PORTABLE, GAS powered. 225 amp arc welder/ gen set on 4-wheeled wagon with hitch. $2,000 obo. 633-6502 PJ TRAILER 2008, 20ʼ tandem axle flat deck 13,800 gvwr, 16" rubber, 2 5/16 ball, brakes on all 4 wheels replaced 2012, bearings done 2012, $4,500. 633-5470 S-185 2008 Bobcat skidsteer, 5 attachments, 1 trailer, 1900 hrs, great well maintained machine. 334-5695 for info

2006 FORD F350 Super Duty crew cab 4x4 with Diplomat Camper. Loaded. 6.0L direct injection turbo diesel, 248,000km, auto, locking hubs, exc. cond, truck and camper: $29,500. 633-5470 MID-90S FLAT deck 16ʼL trailer, double axle, heavy duty built, brakes on all axles, detachable walls, $2,800 obo. 536-2658 ATCO TRAILER on skids, 30ʼ, single suite, in Watson Lake, $6,500. 536-2658 TRAILER, HAULMARK cargo, 16ʼx6ʼ, single axle, rear barn door, side door, clean, $4,000 obo. 660-5101

Coming Events 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 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 THE ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA Family Caregiver Support Group meets monthly. A group for family/friends caring for someone with Dementia. Info and register call Cathy 633-7337 or Joanne 668-7713 HOSPICE WORKSHOP "LIVING with Loss" Thurs Feb 27, 6:30-8:30pm for anyone living with personal loss or supporting others who are grieving. Register: 667-7429, administrator@hospiceyukon.net EVEREST NIGHT, dinner and slideshows of Himalayas, April 10, United Church basement 6:00pm, tickets for sale March 10 at Well-Read Books, Fundraising Event for Hands of Hope, www.hands-of-hope.ca 668-7082 YK-AK COFFEE House, Sat. Apr. 19, 2014.

Open Stage By Invitation, bring potluck 4:30PM, help set-up 5:30PM, 7:00PM show! $5 United Church Bsmt, 6th+Main, 633-4255 HABITAT FOR Humanity Yukon will be holding its AGM March 29, 2014, at the Whitehorse Public Library at 1:00 p.m. Everyone welcome!

Wednesday, March 26, 2014 CRESTVIEW CROSS-COUNTRY ski group meets Sundays at 12:00 noon at 222 Squanga Ave to ski Pine Forest Loop, 2-3 hours, free YUKON RESIDENTIAL Landlord Association AGM Wednesday, March 26, 7:00pm, Whitehorse Public Library, membership purchases/renewals at 6:30pm. Questions/comments about AGM or survey are welcomed, YRLA Facebook or ytrla2014@gmail.com BLUEGRASS CAMP, June 9-13, Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Camp at Sundog Retreat. Don't miss out, registration now open.

Stellar lineup of instructors. Details at www.yukonbluegrass.com or email camp@yukonbluegrass.com READING & Talk with Yukon fiction writer Dan Dowhal, Mon Mar 31 at 7:00pm, Dawson City Library. For info call 993-5571 YUKON OUTDOORS Club meeting March 27th 7:00 p.m. Sport Yukon Board Room (4061-4th Avenue) to discuss the disbanding of the Club EVEREST NIGHT, APRIL 10, 6:00pm, United Church, tickets at Well-Read Books, slide presenters include Sally Wright, support member of Canadian team Tibet side ascent of Mt. Everest. www.hands-of-hope.ca DECADENT SUNDAY Brunch & Live Bluegrass Music, Marsh Lake Community Centre Sunday, March 30th 10:00am. Tickets $15 adults, $5 kids 6-12, age 5 and under free.

660-4999 to reserve by March 26th

SPRING JOB & Volunteer Fair, Wednesday April 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm, Yukon Convention Centre, where employers, jobseekers, volunteers and NGOs connect. www.yuwin.ca

NORTHERN SAFETY Network Yukon (NSNY) announces the date of their AGM on April 24th 2014 at NSNY location, 478 Range Road from 12:00 to 1:00. All are welcome

SOUTHERN LAKES Public Meeting: Groundwater, Saturation, Septic Fields and Wells, Dr Gilles Wendling Hydrologist, 27 March 7pm Tagish Community Hall. Discuss groundwater impact to your property of YEC's concept. 660-4106

THE CHURCH of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Historic Worldwide Sisterhood Broadcast, Saturday, March 29, 2014, 5:00pm Yukon Time, LDS Chapel, 108 Wickstrom Rd, all women invited, 8 yrs to 88 yrs

MARTEN/BEAVER HANDLING workshop, 2-Mile Hall, Watson Lake, Saturday, March 22nd, 10:00am, hosted by the Yukon Trappers Association. Pay by donation.

667 7091 YUKON SCIENCE Institute presents Understanding how ecosystems work: Comparing Serengeti with Yukon with Tony Sinclair, Sunday, March 30, 7:30pm, Beringia Centre, Whitehorse and Monday, March 31, 7:30pm, St. Elias Convention Centre, Haines Junction. Free THE WHITEHORSE Oldtimer Hockey League Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, April 24 at 7:00pm, Tetra Tech EBA, 61 Wasson Place F.H. COLLINS School Council regular meeting @ 6:30pm, Wednesday, April 2, 2014, Fine Dining Room at the school. Everyone welcome LOVE OUR library? Want to support it?

Friends of the Whitehorse Library Annual General Meeting Tuesday, April 1st 3:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. Info 633-6579

FIREWEED COMMUNITY Market Society AGM Monday March 31 7:00pm, Whitehorse Library meeting room. All members welcome. Agenda items include market reports, NEW Saturday Outdoor Market, financial summary and 2014 budget

BRAEBURN LAKE Camp annual spaghetti benefit supper Friday, April 4, 5:00pm-7:00pm, CYO Hall, Steele & 4th. $10 adults, $8 seniors and children under 12

POTLUCK FOOD Co-op AGM, with renowned food journalist Jon Steinman presenting "Deconstructing Dinner", March 29, 6:00pm, Old Fire Hall. Soup and refreshments. Everyone welcome!

THE WHITEHORSE Children's Wish Foundation is looking for volunteers for this year's walk being held in September. Please email whitehorsewishmakers@gmail.com if interested in volunteering

WHITEHORSE MINOR Soccer Outdoor Registration March 24 to April 4, 2014, 4:00pm to 5:30pm on weekdays, 12:00noon to 2:00pm on Saturday. For more info call 667-2445

WANT TO grow a garden? DUGS 2014 community garden bed signup Saturday, April 5 Noon to 2:00pm at Whitehorse Food Bank 306 Alexander. For info call Randy 633-4379

HABITAT FOR Humanity Yukon will be holding its AGM March 29, 2014, at the Whitehorse Public Library at 1:00pm, everyone welcome

TIA YUKON Annual General Meeting.

Thursday, April 24, 2014 at 4:00pm to 6:00pm, Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre. Visit tiayukon.com for more details

PORTER CREEK Community Association meeting Monday, April 7th, 5:15 pm at the Guild Hall. More information 633-4829. Everyone Welcome. Come show your support.

WHITEHORSE PHOTOGRAPHY Club presents a photography print display "Through our Lenses" at Yukon Art Centre April 4-26.

Welcoming reception 4-6PM April 4. All welcome. www.whitehorsephotoclub.ca

YUKON SPEED Skating Championships, Sunday, March 30 ATCO Ice, Canada Games Centre. 5:00pm register, 5:30pm warmups, 6:00 pm racing starts. Open to all ages and abilities. Info Susanne 667-4348

SPRING JOB & Volunteer Fair, Wed April 23, 10:00am-5:00pm, Yukon Convention Centre. Everything from summer jobs to lifetime opportunities! www.yuwin.ca/jobs

60 Below Snow Management Commercial & Residential

Snow Removal (867) 336-3570

Parking Lots, Sidewalks, Rooftops and Sanding

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

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FAMILY END of Winter Celebration, March 29th, 3:00pm-9:30pm, Tagish Community Hall. Outdoor games for all ages, delicious spaghetti dinner ($8 per adult, $4 per child), and live music HOSPICE WALKING Group. Tuesdays 6-7:30pm May 6-June 10. Walk the Millennium trail as you receive and give healthy grief support. To register: 667-7429 or administrator@hospiceyukon.net JACK HULLAND School Council regular council meeting, April 2, 2014, at 7:00pm, School Library. Everyone is welcome ELIJAH SMITH School Council regular council meeting is on April 1, 2014, 6:30pm, School Library. Everyone is welcome WHITEHORSE SEARCH & Rescue AGM April 23 at 6:00 pm @ 60 Norseman Road. If interested in joining application forms will be available. For more information call 456-4981 MOUNTAIN VIEW Golf Club AGM April 3, 7:30pm, Mt. Mac Rec Centre (Gray Room)

RUN FOR Mom Learn to walk/run clinics begin Tuesday Apr 1, 6:00pm, Shipyards Park, Frank Slims building. Pre-register at Sport Yukon or on first night. Info: Don at 333-9202

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 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 SHARPENING SERVICES. For all your sharpening needs - quality sharpening, fair price & good service.

At corner of 6th & Strickland.

667-2988

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 BUSY BEAVERS Painting, Pruning Hauling, Snow Shovelling and General Labour Call Francois & Katherine 456-4755

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

Bookkeeper Taking new clients 393-3201

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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.

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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.

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

Health Centre

Faro Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

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

Health Centre

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

Ross River Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Tagish Y.T. Monday 7:30pm Lightwalkers Group Bishop’s Cabin, end of road along California Beach Telegraph Creek B.C. 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.

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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 KLASSIC HANDYMAN SERVICES “HOME RENOVATION SPECIALIST” “SPECIALIZING IN BATHROOMS” Start to Finish • FLOORING • TILE • CARPENTRY • PAINTING • FENCING • DECKS “ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!!

DON: 334-2699 don.brook@hotmail.com Licensed and Professional Automotive Repairs 20-year Journeyman Mechanic Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Call Brian Berg 867-633-6597 PASCAL PAINTING CONTRACTOR PASCAL AND REGINE Residential - Commercial Ceilings, Walls Textures, Floors Spray work Small drywall repair Excellent quality workmanship Free estimates pascalreginepainting@northwestel.net 633-6368

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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15-week veggie box program (CSA) Free-range chickens & turkeys Must pre-order by April 1st Email elementalfarm@riseup.net for more information BALANCED BOOKKEEPING Full range of services from data entry to year end financials and everything in between including payroll, GST, and remittances.

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LAND LOTTERY and TENDER Carmacks

Energy, Mines and Resources, Land Management Branch is holding a lottery and tender offering for (3) three urban residential lots and (2) two industrial lots in Carmacks.

Information packages and application forms are available from: Land Management Branch 3rd Floor, Room 320 Elijah Smith Building 300 Main Street, Whitehorse, Yukon Or online at: www.emr.gov.yk.ca/lands/upcoming_lotteries_tender.html Or at the EMR office in Carmacks.

Deadline: Lottery applications and tenders must be received before 4:30 p.m., April 14, 2014.

Lottery Draws: The lottery and tender opening will take place in Carmacks at 1:00 p.m., April 17, 2014 at the Carmacks Village Council Chambers.

WHITE TORNADO CLEANING SERVICES Hiring seasonal, summer, part-time, casual employees.

Need to be bondable, hard-working, fast & efficient Attention to detailing (fine gyprock dust) Valid driverʼs licence Vehicle preferred but not essential Drop off resume at Employment Central No phone calls, please 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

Business Opportunities Looking for New Business / Clients?

Applicants and the general public are welcome to attend the draw.

All successful applicants will be notified the next day.

For more information contact the Land Management Branch at (867) 667-5215 or Toll-free 1-800-661-0408 local 5215 or visit online at: www.emr.gov.yk.ca/lands

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Yukon Water Board – Application Notice Yukon Water Board – Application Notice Office des eaux du Yukon – Avis de demande Office des eaux du Yukon – Avis de demande Application Number Numéro de la demande

Applicant/Licensee Demandeur/Titulaire

PM03-346-60 John, Diane and (60 Day Renewal Buddy Gow of PM03-346) MS14-011

JDS Silver Inc.

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

Revenue Creek/Whirlwind Pup

Placer Mining

April 7, 2014

Rancheria River and Unnamed Tributaries of Tootsee River

Miscellaneous

April 7, 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.

Sports Equipment FLOAT TUBE/BELLY boat, purchased in 2012 used once, paid $500, asking $350.

668-2866 SALSA MUKLUK, green, size large, like new, just not getting used. $1,200. 668-4634 DRY SUIT, NRS extreme relief, mens xxl, all new gaskets, good condition. Get ready for paddle season! $495 obo. 633-4322 2011 MARIN Alchatraz mountain bike, single speed, exc cond, used only a few times, in storage for last 2 summers, $700. 333-0143

Livestock 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 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 HAY FOR SALE Square bales kept under a shelter Great quality, $12/bale.

633-4496 WANTED: AGRICULTURE land for rent, long term or seasonal, fully developed or in need of improvements, large or small, irrigated or dry, all inquires welcomed. Call 334-8960 Hay & Straw For Sale Excellent quality hay Alfalfa mix 60-65lb $14.50 Timothy/grass mix 60-65 lb $14.50 Brome hay 50-55 lbs $12 Straw bales $7 Nielsen Farms Maureen 333-0615 or yukonfarm@gmail.com HORSE FENCING panels 4ʼx14ʼ, new, 16 pieces, $3,000. 334-3216 HORSE TRAILER, good cond, $800 obo, must sell. 334-3216 WANTED: TRACTOR with Loader 25-60hp.

335-2034 FORD 5000 farm tractor, 4 high speeds/4 low speeds, front end loader, Pto, 3-point hitch, 4-cyl diesel, $4,500 obo. 633-6502

CSA Group is pleased to announce that the second standard to help address the impact of climate change in Northern Canada as part of the Standards Council of Canada’s Northern Infrastructure Standardization Initiative is now available for a 60-day public review online. The Moderating the Effects of Permafrost Degradation on Building Foundations standard provides best practices to make sure the effects of permafrost degradation on existing buildings are minimized.

The draft standard is available for public and stakeholder feedback by visiting: http://publicreview.csa.ca.

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 KELTY KANGAROO carrier for infants up to 28 lbs, like new. $40. 334-5323

Childcare ROSIEʼS DAY HOME Opening May 1, 2014 Day/Night/Weekend Spots available Call 668-3448 MARANATHA DAYCARE has openings for children ages infant to 12 years Long-term staff qualified and experienced Fun & educational environment Call Gurnam 668-7937

Furniture LARGE OFFICE desk and matching credenza, also two large metal filing cabinets.

633-6553 CHOCOLATE BROWN leather couch, 7ʼ long, & love seat, 5ʼ long, good cond, $1,000. 334-5323 DARK BROWN bar height kitchen table, 42” square, good cond, $100. 334-5323 HEAVY DUTY adjustable steel bed frame with centre support, rug sliders, 7-leg support system, double adjusts to King size, $150. 633-2981 4-DRAWER FILING cabinet, used, $75 obo.

Contemporary desk, like new, $75. 633-2096 evenings

WANTED: ALMOST new queen size bed set wanted. Prefer firm mattress. Will pay cash and pick up if necessary. 668-5701

Personals WHITEHORSE CURLING Club February winners: $100 Dave Clutton, $50 Clarence Jack, Shirley Rudniski, Own Miller, $25 Nich Wozniewski, Eric Schroff, Debbie Kelly, Kathleen Avery, Katya McQueen, Chelsea Duncan, Diane Bergoin & Eric Suggitt, Leslie Carson, Dan Moore, Tory Russell, Darcey Carlick, Pat Banks, Shane Green, Kathy DeCecco, Ruth Koenig, Roxienne Prestone, Robert Murdell, Kane Dawe, Robert Ross, Stan Dorosz, Gloria Boisvert, Fred Walatka, Dwight Blais, Toni Welch

PuBLIC TENDER DAWSON AIRPORT CANADA BORDER SERVICES AGENCY SITE WORK AND AIR TERMINAL RENOVATIONS Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is April 3, 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 Mike Otto at (867) 667-3004.

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.

The Yukon Business Incentive Policy will apply to this project.

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

Highways and Public Works

DRUG PROBLEM? Narcotics Anonymous meetings Wed. 7pm-8pm #2 - 407 Ogilvie St. BYTE Office FRI. 7pm-8:30pm 4071 - 4th Ave Many Rivers Office 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 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

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WHITEHORSE CURLING Club March winners: $100 Caroline Derkatch; $50 Jessie Stick, Cheyenne Lacosse, Denny Denison, Paul Chapman; $25 Roger Wood, Josephine Goring, Arthur Stadfield, Doug Weeks, Walt Trotter, C. Fleischman & S. Mackay, Sarah Koltun, Tana Tarr, J. Gibbons & J. Hiscock, Hannah Wood Walker, Darcy Grossinger, Douglas Potter, Richard Roberts, Lena & Jim Wizniak, Coreen Wells, Marg White, Richard Roberts, Rajan Johnstone, Cameron Heiland, Trudy Taylor, Rebekah Dunphy, Sharon Miller, Alex Peech, Alvir McMillan, Brooke Dyke, Tyler Henley WHITEHORSE CURLING Club January winners: $100 Judy Smith; $50 Alyssa Philpott, Shirley Maxwell, Elijah Stick; $25 winners Cheryl Robertson, Erin Butte, Grant Owen & Andrea Simmer, David Howie, Sean Munro, Kerry Butte, Dave Beaudoin, Eileen Shilleto, Elaine McKenzie, Chelsea Duncan, Peter Nagano, Laura Williamson, Flory Enzenauer, Michael Lemmon, Rhonda Horte, Gord & Rose Toole, Mike Emslie, Dave Ladret, Brad Einarson, Dale Enzenauer, Mike Bernier, Grant Owen & Andrea Simmer, Jordan Leschart, Bill Moore, Janus Sturko, Herb Balsam

Garage Sales GALA GARAGE Sale, Whitehorse Elementary School Gym, April 12, 10:00. Fundraiser for Little Footprints Big Steps in Haiti. Donate/Help? 456-4434 or 335-0333 95 FIREWEED Drive, Mary Lake, March 29, 10:00am-2:00pm, welder, outdoor gear, knives, misc tools 8 BELL Crescent, Riverdale, March 29 & 30, 10:00am-4:00pm, bedroom/dining room suites, king size mattress/boxspring, house plants, much more. 667-7107

request for proposal traNsportatIoN asset MaNaGeMeNt proGraM DeVelopMeNt serVICes project Description: To provide program management services, in accordance with the department’s strategic plan and objectives and to develop and implement key elements of a Transportation Asset Management Plan.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. the closing date for submissions is april 9, 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 Nathalie Gionet at (867) 6678280.

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

Highways and Public Works

INVITATION TO TENDER Supply of Light Duty Automotive and Assorted Equipment The City of Whitehorse (the “City”) is inviting tenders in writing from bona fide proponents for the supply and delivery of Light Duty Automotive and Assorted Equipment.

Interested bidders must submit tenders in writing enclosed in a sealed envelope clearly referencing the specific City of Whitehorse Invitation to Tender Package. All Tender submissions must be addressed to the City of Whitehorse, Manager Financial Services, 2121 Second Avenue, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 1C2 and received before 3:00:00 PM Local Time, Thursday, April 3, 2014.

Individual Invitation to Tender documents with complete specifications may be obtained

by Proponents who are or will be authorized to conduct business in the City of Whitehorse, from the Office of the Manager of Finance at City Hall, 2121 Second Avenue, Whitehorse, Yukon on or after 12:00:00 PM local time Thursday, March 20, 2014.

Each Individual Tender submission will be"EVALUATED IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE CITY OF WHITEHORSE.”

PuBlIc TENDER FARO AIRPORT STANDBY GENERATOR Project Description: Supply and Install Emergency Generator Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is April 9, 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 Shelby Workman at (867) 667-8874.

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

Highways and Public Works

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Tenders by facsimile WILL NOT be accepted and / or considered.

All inquiries regarding this Invitation to Tender may be directed to the City’s Equipment Maintenance Supervisor at 867-668-8356 or 867-334-4256 between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday to Thursday.

www.whitehorse.ca

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