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Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— RCMP seized a pair of firearms allegedly stored by youth in a locked storage area at North

Island Secondary School Saturday, but said there is no evidence indicating they were going to be used on school grounds. Officers were led to the

the youth responsible for placing these firearms in the caged area were doing so in an attempt to conceal them from discovery. Following this initial sei-

storage area Apr. 26 following an investigation into reports that a group of local youth were illegally in possession of several firearms. It is believed that

zure, additional firearms were located in a wooded area near Sointula.  “Based

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• Medal mettle

Mayor presented first challenge coin from 101 Squadron. Page 3

• Plan shakeup

Port McNeill economic plan workshop interrupted by quake. Page 4

Kwakiutl hereditary chief Calvin Hunt spreads eagle down while dancing during a ground-breaking blessing at the site of J.R. Rardon the proposed new health clinic in Port Hardy Friday. See more page 3 and at www.northislandgazette.com.

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Port Hardy councillor Jessie Hemphill shakes hands with the Hon. Judith Guichon, Lieutenant Governor of B.C., upon her arrival A O’Toole to the North Island last week.

Gazette staff PORT HARDY–The Lieutenant Governor of B.C. got quite the welcome to Port Hardy last Wednesday on her tour of rural coastal communities. The Hon. Judith Guichon was greeted shoreside by dignitaries before being whisked off in a classic car to be treated to dinner and a dessert reception. But the reception proved more exciting than anyone

had bargained for when it was interrupted by an earthquake. “We proved to her that we were movers and shakers,” quipped Mayor Bev Parnham. The mayor recalled that the group had just finished dinner and introductions were being made at the meet-andgreet event when the 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck 40 kms southwest of Port Alice.

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“We were just making introductions, I think it was to a representative of the Senior Society, when someone said ‘earthquake’,” recalled the mayor. “That was the first I felt it.” It seems Hon. Guichon was relatively undaunted by the shake-up, as she jokingly commended the local repre-

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the Government developed along the from page 1 Foundation way in building this sentatives for putting House and the Rotary Clubs library are perhaps as on such a show. “She was really very of District 5040 to important as the resultgracious; a lovely assist in building co- ing facility itself.” person,” said Mayor operative relationships Sponsors of the Parnham. “She has a between urban groups Rivers Inlet library real appreciation of and rural First Nations include Britco, the Jack communities. small communities.” Gin Foundation and The Lt. Governor’s “It is a great hon- the North Vancouver visit to Port Hardy was our to open this library Lionsgate Rotary Club. a whirlwind one, but today as community Other libraries under Hon. Guichon also members will now The Write to Read paid visits to Alert Bay, have access to books Project have opened Sointula, Heriot Bay and all the adventures in Toosey First Nation, Green and River’s Inlet on her and new learning con- Stone First Nation, team four-day tour aboard tained between their Halalt First Nation, Old the Royal Canadian covers,” said the Lt. Masset in Haida Gwaii Navy frigate HMCS Governor. “The part- and, most recently, in Calgary. nerships that have Bella Bella. During her stop in River’s Inlet Hon. Guichon joined representatives of the Wuikinuxv Nation in officially opening the new library there. orests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations The library was built and-Central Coast Natural Resource District decked timber Forest Licence to Cut #D85309 as an initiative under the 00” Lieutenant Governor’s e literacy program: The Write to Read Project, a partnership between

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NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: DECKED TIMBER FOREST LICENCE TO CUT #D85309 Pursuant to Section 47.6 (2.1) of the Forest Act, the district manager of the North Island-Central Coast Natural Resource District invites applications for Forestry Licence to Cut #D85309. This Forestry Licence to Cut will authorize the removal of an estimated 50 cubic metres of timber from a site about 13 kilometres past Holberg on 10508 Forest Service Road, Branch 7, heading to Winter Harbour. This timber is composed mainly of western hemlock, with possibly a small component of sitka spruce and red cedar. Bidders are strongly encouraged to review the tender package and examine the log piles. Tender packages containing application requirements, forms and other important information can be obtained from: North Island-Central Coast Natural Resource District Office 2217 Mine Road, Port McNeill, B.C. Telephone: 250 956-5000 Applications must be properly completed and submitted to the North Island-Central Coast Natural Resource District Office by 1:30 p.m. PDT on Friday, May 30, 2014. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted. The applicant with the winning bid will have until June 13, 2014 to enter into an agreement with the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. For additional information, please contact René Labbé by telephone at 250 956-5063 or by email at Rene.Labbe@gov.bc.ca

BC Ferries’ terminal at Port McNeill will be temporarily closed October 1-28, 2014 to allow upgrading of berthing structures. BC Ferries is making this multi-million dollar investment to ensure continued safe, reliable service for years to come. During the closure, alternate service will be provided as follows: • Barge service for commercial and business vehicles between Alert Bay and Port McNeill as well as between Sointula and Port McNeill (barge between Port McNeill and Alert Bay, Quadra Queen II between Alert Bay and Sointula). Reservations will be required. • Water-taxi service will be available for foot passengers between Port McNeill, Sointula and Alert Bay. • Free parking areas will be provided in Port McNeill for Cormorant and Malcolm Island residents. Water taxi and barge schedules will be finalized and published in the early summer. BC Ferries is hosting public open houses to provide information about the terminal improvements and the alternate service plan, and to answer any questions. Sessions are planned as follows: Wednesday, May 14, 2014, 6 pm to 8 pm, Athletic Hall, Sointula Thursday, May 15, 2014, 2 pm to 4 pm, Port McNeill Community Hall Thursday, May 15, 2014, 6 pm to 8 pm, Lawrence Ambers Recreation Centre, Alert Bay For information, contact: Darin Guenette, Manager, Public Affairs, BC Ferries at 1-877- 978-2385 (toll free) or darin.guenette@bcferries.com

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Port Hardy health centre breaks ground J.R. Rardon Gazette editor PORT HARDY— With the sound of drumming and singing and the sight of eagle down floating in the breeze, ground was broken Friday on a new health-care centre that has been three years in the making. “It’s been a long journey,” said Victoria Power, Island Health’s director of primary health, chronic disease management and rural health for Vancouver Island. “There have been some frustrations and some elations, and I’m just so happy to be

where we are today.” With mostly sunny skies overhead and a backhoe ready for action nearby, the site — close to Port Hardy hospital and Hardy Bay Seniors Centre — was blessed in a ceremony by First Nations leaders, Island Health managers and local civic leaders. After a welcome by Kwakiutl hereditary Chief George Hunt Sr. and brief statements from fellow Kwakiutl chiefs Calvin Hunt and Thomas Wilson, eight of the dignitaries grabbed shovels to turn the ceremonial

First Nations, Island Health and civic leaders turn over the ceremonial first shovels of soil at the site of the new health clinic in Port Hardy last Friday. J.R. Rardon

first ground on the $1.9 million, 4,700-square foot facility. “Our chiefs and our family have brought a

cleansing and a blessing on this space so the work that will be undertaken for the future generations —

to care for our sick and elderly, and all who need that love and attention — will be done in a good way,”

said Kwakiutl singer Kaleb Child. As part of the ceremony, local Island Health managers Angelika Starr, Sandy McKenzie, Leanne Frechette, Sara Gogo, Vickie Janse and Alison Mitchell were garbed in regalia and taught steps for their own blessing dance. The approval of the integrated health-care facility, contracted through Dave Nelson Construction, came largely through the efforts of the Mount Waddington Local Health Network, formed in 2011 in

response to a chronic shortage of healthcare staffing and rolling emergency-room closures on the North Island, particularly in Port Hardy. Forty per cent of the construction funding was contributed by the Regional District of Mount Waddington, and the building is scheduled to open in September of this year. Boasting office space for more than a dozen physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and therapists, the proposed facility will have 16 examination rooms.

well-being along the way. See next week’s Gazette for more coverage.

Mayor Parnham of the process. “It’s about asking, ‘What kind of community do you want to live in?’” The mayor also stressed that any zoning changes would only take affect moving forward and would not force people to make changes to their properties as current uses would be grandfathered. She noted the huge amount of work that has gone into the bylaws so far, saying, “Credit to the staff, they’ve done a really good job. Now it’s time for people to have a look.” For more information on the bylaws, including the latest versions, see the District’s website at www.porthardy. ca.

101 Squadron mints challenge coins

Gazette staff PORT HARDY— Russ Hellberg and Jim King of the 101 Squadron appeared before council last week to let the mayor know that they thought she was number one. The pair presented Mayor Bev Parnham with coin 001 of its Challenge Coin series during the weekly council meeting. A challenge coin is a small coin or medallion — usually military— bearing an organization’s insignia or emblem and carried by the organization’s members. Traditionally, they are given to prove membership when challenged and to enhance morale. In addition, they are also collected

Council Meeting Port Hardy by service members. In practice, challenge coins are normally presented by unit commanders, by a member of the unit, in recognition of special achievement. They are also exchanged in recognition of visits to an organization. The numbered series of coins were minted to commemorate a series of achievements by the organization last year: winning both the National and Pacific Group’s Wing of the Year awards; celebrating 15 years in service; and marking the completion of the memo-

rial cairns project which saw monuments erected at all 13 fatal aircraft accident sites across the North Island, Central Coast and Haida Gwaii. “That’s just beautiful,” said the mayor, “I can see why you guys won the awards, that’s absolutely gorgeous.” The coins are available for purchase at $15 each. Contact Hellberg at 250-902-1234 for more information. The presentation kicked off a busy week for 101 Squadron members, who hosted an auction Saturday and a reception and send-off for Art Brochu earlier this week. Saturday’s fundraiser brought in around $7,000 for the organization according to

Jim King presents Mayor Bev Parnham with coin number 001 of its Challenge Coin series. A O’Toole

Hellberg’s estimates. He said that around half of that money would go towards the planned upgrade of the cenotaph, with the rest going to other projects including the annual youth scholarships. The group also helped give Brochu a send-off.

The 70-year-old veteran set off from Port Hardy this morning on a planned 75-day fundraising cycle across Canada. Brochu hopes to raise $100,000 for Children’s Wish on the four-month journey, which will also see him lecturing on health and

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Economic development on the table J.R. Rardon Gazette editor PORT McNEILL—After last week’s magnitude 6.7 earthquake off Vancouver Island chased participants in an economic planning workshop outdoors, coorganizer Annemarie Koch joked the workshop was attended by “all of Port McNeill’s movers and shakers”. Kidding aside, Koch was not far off the mark. Along with business and tourism leaders and service club volunteers, the audience for the first of two planning workshops Apr. 23 included Mayor Gerry Furney and three-fourths of the Town Council. And the temblor did not keep the crowd away for long, as the meeting quickly resumed with more than 40 people returning for a series of interactive roundtable discussions.

The workshops, held on back-to-back nights last week, were moderated by Bert Zethof, principal of the Zethof Consulting Group hired through a grant from Island Coastal Economic Trust. He, in turn, was assisted by Michelle Winkel and Koch, a Sointula resident and Zethof’s local point person in the planning process. “We’ve been systematically gathering input to see what the community is telling us about its priorities,” said Zethof. “As we narrow down those priorities we’ll want to work with local champions and volunteers to get some of them up and running.” The focus of the process seems split, almost evenly, between direct economic development and quality-of-life improvements designed to entice more people to move to

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Sharon Barratt, left, and Annemarie Koch, right, chat during a roundtable session of the Port McNeill economic plan workshop held at NISS J.R. Rardon last Wednesday. Port McNeill to live, work each group to complete and and possibly start new busi- write down its collective response to open-ended nesses. Zethof split the partici- question fragments, like pants into small groups of “How might we …?” Sharon Barratt, respond4-6 people, each of which gathered at separate round ing for her table, asked how tables to jot down short- the community might fosterm and long-term objec- ter sustainability in local tives across a range of 11 food production. Shortcore strategies. To spark the term goals included farmconversation, Zethof asked ers’ markets, community

May 3 Wild Heart Music Youth Choir presents its second annual spring concert, with special guest Georgia Murray, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., North Island Secondary School theatre. Free admission; donations and bake sale support welcome. FMI, Deborah Murray, 250-9563297.

May 3 Port Hardy and District 42nd annual Business Excellence Awards, 6 p.m., Civic Centre. Tickets $35 per person or $240 for a table for eight, available through the Chamber of Commerce at 250-949-7622.

May 4 Auction hosted by Avalon Adventist Junior Academy,; noon lunch followed by auction at 1 p.m. Event to raise funds for a Grade 8-9 trip to La Vida Mission School in New Mexico. Everyone invited; donations from businesses and individuals are welcome and appreciated. Info, 250-949-8243.

May 3 Port McNeill Lions Club Annual Action Auction, 6 p.m. viewing, 7 p.m. auction, at the Lions Hall. Funds go to individuals and groups needing financial assistance, as well as scholarships. For info or to donate, call Pierre at 250-956-4296.

May 4 Jozef Magic and Friendly Reptiles show, 7 p.m., Port Hardy Civic Centre. Fun for all ages; tickets $15, children 3-under free. Advance tickets at the Hobby Nook; tickets also available at the door.

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School searched with dog from page 1 on the information we have to date, there is no indication that these weapons were intended to be used to harm anyone at the school”, said Sgt. Craig Blanchard, Detachment Commander for the Port McNeill RCMP. “While it was very concerning to find them on school grounds, all indications are that the youth saw the caged area as a concealed place, away from their homes, to keep these guns hidden.” The announcement

resulted in a spate of calls and media inquiries to the NISS and to School District 85, which is working closely with the RCMP investigation. While the school was searched with the assistance of a police dog, the seizure otherwise caused no disruption to school operations. No other firearms were found in or around the school. “This was a weekend (seizure), and an outside storage area was used,” SD85 Superintendent of

Schools Scott Benwell said. “It appears our outside compound was used as a place of storage, and it doesn’t appear to go any further than that.” Investigators continue their work to determine the origin of the firearms, and charge those responsible, Blanchard said. Investigators are examining the possibility that these guns originated from residential break and enters, and were going to be traded for illegal drugs, or sold for cash. No charges have been laid.

KwaKiutl Band CounCil eleCtion for three CounCillor positions Nominations will be held at the Kwakiutl Band Office Friday 11th day of April, 2014, between 4:00pm and 8:00pm. Advance Poll will be held at the Kwakiutl Band Office on Friday the 2nd day of May, 2014, between 4:00pm and 8:00pm. Final Election Poll will be held on Friday the 9th day of May, 2014 between 8:00am and 8:00pm at the Kwakiutl Band Office.

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Honorable John Duncan, Member of Parliament, Vancouver Island North to Visit Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce The Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite you to a luncheon with the Honorable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North; hosted by the Port McNeill and District Chamber of Commerce. Lunch will be provided courtesy of Community Futures Mt. Waddington. We hope that you can join us for this impromptu visit. Date: Friday, May 2, 2014 Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Location: Community Futures Mount Waddington; #3-311 Hemlock An RSVP is required by end of business Thursday, May 1. Please conﬁrm attendance with Cheryl Jorgenson at 250-956-3131 *** Port McNeill & District Chamber of Commerce continues their enthusiastic support of the “Connections” project North Island Secondary School and School District 85. Mark your calendar to participate in or drop in and check out the inaugural “Trade and Business” Fair. Hats oﬀ to Jay Dixon, Kathleen McArthur and student team on this worthwhile event!

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“Please be assured that the school district is fully cooperating with the RCMP,” Benwell said. “Once the RCMP completes its investigation, the school will look into its findings as they apply under the code of conduct.” Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the Port McNeill RCMP at 250-956-4441, or anonymously through Crimestoppers at I-800222-TIPS (8477).

Transit office moves

Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— The North Island Community Services Society announced last week its official move to new office space in the Old School, located

at 375 Shelly Cres. The organization also serves as headquarters for the Mount Waddington Transit System. The move is effective as of Friday, Apr. 25.

Previously, the society was located upstairs in the Pioneer Mall. To access NICSS or transit services, or for info, drop by the new office at the Old School or call 250-956-3134.

Tsunami alert test Monday Gazette staff PORT HARDY— The Gwa’sala’Nakwaxda’xw Nations will signal the start of Emergency Preparedness Week

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Refinery: more jobs, less risk This is the second of two columns addressing what I see as the greatest threat to the BC environment in our lifetime. The Alberta oil industry’s Northern Gateway plan is to export bitumen to Asia via tankers from the BC coast. Under no circumstances should we allow that to happen. A bitumen spill at sea could destroy our coastline, together with the fish and wildlife that depend on it, for hundreds of years. My first column discussed the light oil spill by the Exxon Valdez and the terrible toll it took on the Alaskan habitat and fishery. It also gave proof that a bitumen spill would be far worse. A bitumen spill would be almost completely unrecoverable because it would sink and stay on the bottom of our seabed. The solution that is best for Canada is to build a refinery in Kitimat. I am promoting and backing this solution. It will convert the bitumen to very light fuels that would float and evaporate if ever spilled. There are other enormous benefits: • There will be a major reduction in greenhouse gases. We will use new cutting-edge Canadian technology in our refinery, which will neutralize the extra greenhouse gases generated in Canada’s oilsands; • The Kitimat refinery will not result in the production of any coke. As we all live on one planet, it is far better for the global environment to build this refinery in Canada; • Construction of the refinery will create 6,000 jobs in BC for five years. Operations at the refinery will result in more permanent jobs than any project has ever created in B.C. with approximately 3,000 direct jobs; • The Canadian and Provincial governments, local regional districts and municipalities, and many First Nations, will share in

billions of new tax dollars each year. Unfortunately our Canadian oil companies are not interested in building a new major refinery. They are focused on extraction which is more profitable than refining. One of them challenged me to spearhead the refinery myself, so I am doing that. We have a solid business plan and as a consequence Chinese banks and other institutions are prepared to lend us most of the funds required to build the greenest and most efficient refinery in the world. We will also build a safe pipeline from Alberta to the refinery, with the active participation of First Nations. Modern pipelines can be built and operated safely. Furthermore, some of the best pipelining companies in the world are based in Canada. In addition we will build a fleet of new tankers, powered by LNG rather than Bunker C oil, to transport the refined products to Asia. This way we know the tankers will be state-of-the-art and as safe as possible. The fleet will be owned by a company based in B.C. so it cannot shirk its legal liability if there ever is a spill at sea. Let me be up front about my biases. I am for creating thousands of good permanent jobs in BC. I am for creating billions of new tax dollars for government coffers. I am for reducing the planet’s greenhouse gas emissions. I am for building an oil pipeline that will never leak. I am for building a modern tanker fleet that carries only refined fuels that float and evaporate if spilled. I am against shipping bitumen in tankers. If you agree that we should not put bitumen in tankers please contact your local MP and say so. The Canadian government makes a decision on Northern Gateway next month. David Black

Dog owner’s behaviour stinks Shame on you to the former Town councillor for letting your two large golden labs run freely, crapping on the lawn in front of our beautiful Visitor Info/Harbour Manager’s Building on the waterfront of Port McNeill. Sighted at 7:30 a.m. on Wed., Apr. 17. Are you above the rest of the people of our lovely town who kindly pick up after their pets? I understand that this is not the first time that you have been sighted. Disgusted, Lory Whyte Port McNeill

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Emergency preparedness involves three basic steps:

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Basic Emergency Checklist • • • • • • • • • • •

Water - at least 2 l. per person per day Food that won’t spoil, such as canned food, energy bars, and dried foods (replace food and water once a year) Manual can opener Wind-up or battery powered flashlight and extra batteries Wind-up or battery powered radio and extra batteries First aid kit Special items such as prescription medication (replace twice a year) Extra keys to your house and car Cash in smaller bills, such as $10 bills Special items your family needs (infant formula, special equipment, pet food etc.) A copy of your emergency plan and contact information

Recommended Additional Items: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Two additional litres of water per person per day for cooking and cleaning Candles and matches or a lighter Change of clothing and hard soled footwear for each household member Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each family member Toiletries, hand sanitizer, utensils Garbage bags for personal sanitation Toilet paper Household chlorine bleach or water purifying tablets Basic tools Small fuel-operated stove and fuel A whistle Duct tape to seal up windows, doors, air vents

Emergency Car Kit • • • • • • • • • • •

Food that won’t spoil such as energy bars Water in plastic bottles so they won’t break if frozen (change once a year) Blanket First aid kit Seatbelt cutter Small shovel, scraper and snowbrush Candle in a deep can and matches or a lighter Wind-up flaslight Whistle Roadmaps A copy of your emergency plan and personal documents

Also keep these inside your trunk • • • • •

Sand, salt, or non-clumping cat litter Antifreeze/ windsheild washer fluid Tow rope Jumper cables Fire extinguisher

1. knowing the risks 2. making a plan, and 3. getting an emergency kit People with special needs Develop a Personal Support Network of at least three people you know and trust who would help you in case of emergency • • • • •

Identify contacts for important locations such as home, work or school. Neighbours are often the closest and most available contacts in an emergency. Tell these support people where your emergency kit is stored and give one member a key to your home. Include one support network contact who is far enough away that they are unlikely to be affected by the same emergency. Work with your support team to develop a plan that meets your needs Practice your emergency plan with your network. If applicable, show them how your special needs equipment works.

Staying in touch During Emergencies Being able to communicate with family, friends and emergency responders during an emergency is critical. However, keep in mind that everyday communication devices may not work properly during an emergency.

• If possible, use non-voice channels, like text messaging, email, or social media, as these use less bandwidth than voice communications and may work even when phone service has been disrupted. • If you must use a phone, keep your conversation brief and convey only vital information. Keeping calls short also saves the battery life of your mobile phone. • Establish one family contact in another community and ensure all family members know to contact that individual for information. You only need to make one contact to notify family that you are alright.

Local Businesses are participating in Emergency Preparedness week Look for displays throughout your community

Remember: Emergency Preparedness begins at home!

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The earliest history of Mother’s Day dates back to the ancient annual spring festival the Greeks dedicated to maternal goddesses. The Greeks used the occasion to honour Rhea, wife of Cronus and the mother of many Greek deities. Ancient Romans, too, celebrated a spring festival, called Hilaria dedicated to Cybele, a mother goddess. It may be noted that ceremonies in honour of Cybele began some 250 years before Christ was born. During the festival, celebrated on the Ides of March people made offerings in the temple of Cybele. The affair lasted for three days and included parades, games and masquerades. The celebrations were notorious enough that followers of Cybele were banished from Rome.

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The roots of Mother’s Day history can be traced to the UK where a Mothering Sunday was celebrated much before the holiday saw the light of the day in the US. However, the celebration of Mother’s Day as it is seen today is a recent phenomenon, not even a hundred years old. Thanks to the hard work of two pioneering women, Julia Ward Howe and Anna Jarvis, the day came into existence. Today the festival of Mother’s Day is celebrated across 46 countries (though on different dates) and is a hugely popular affair. Millions of people across the globe take the day as an opportunity to honour their mothers, thank them for giving them life, raising them and being their constant support and well wisher. The more recent history of Mother’s Day dates back to the 600s in England. A Mothering Sunday was celebrated annually on the fourth Sunday of Lent (the 40 day period leading up to Easter) to honour mothers. After a prayer service in church to honour Virgin Mary, children brought gifts and flowers to pay tribute to their own mothers. On the occasion, servants, apprentices and other employees staying away from their homes were encouraged by their employers to visit their mothers and honour them. Traditionally children brought with them gifts and a special fruit cake or fruitfilled pastry called a simnel. Yugoslavs and people in other nations have observed similar days. The custom of celebrating Mothering Sunday had almost disappeared by the 19th century. However, the day came to be celebrated again after World War II, when American servicemen brought the custom and commercial enterprises used it as an occasion for sales.

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Tell us about items of interest to the sports community. May 2-4 Slo-pitch Umpire’s Icebreaker Tournament, Beaver Harbour Ballfields, Port Hardy. Schedule tba, finals Sunday. Info, David, 250-9497221.

Mud pie takes the cake in tourney Clockwise from left: Karlie Shambrook of Port McNeill gets a birthday pie in the face during the Mud Bowl soccer tourney; Tyson Cadwallader of Port McNeill and Chris Speck of Alert Bay contest a ball in the U18 final Sunday; Port McNeill tot Elah Fox takes a hot dog break during Saturday's play.

May 3 Baseball Port Hardy vs. Port McNeill in NVIBL season opener, 5 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark.

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May 4 Baseball Port McNeill vs. Hyde Creek, 4 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. May 10 Baseball Port Hardy vs. Hyde Creek, 5 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. May 14 Fun run/walk SportMed Aboriginal 5K and 10K run or walk, 5:30 p.m., Port Hardy Secondary School. Registration begins 4:30 p.m., course clearly marked through town. No registration cost; water, chocolate milk and dinner provided at no charge. To register or for info, contact Stephanie at 250-9497443, ext. 3233. May 17-18 Motocross Vancouver Island Motocross series racing Rounds 5 & 6, 10 a.m. each day, Seven Mile Motocross Track. Tickets $10/day, $5 youths 12-under; concession. May 17-19 Baseball Annual Sointula I nv i t a t i o n a l Tournament, community ballfield. Concession, beer garden and oyster bar, raffle, kids playground. Finals Monday. May 25 Baseball Hyde Creek vs. Port McNeill, 4 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark.

Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— Nature threw nearly the full spectrum of its weather at last weekend’s annual Mud Bowl soccer tournament. But despite high winds, periodic showers and even a spot of hail, it never devolved into an appreciable amount of mud. Even so, the host Port McNeill Soccer Association parlayed conditions into a solid home-field advantage, particularly in the upper age divisions. A pair of upsets in the U18 semifinals pitted the third-seeded Port McNeill Rona Rumblers against fourth-seeded Alert Bay in the final. Port McNeill raced to a 3-0 halftime lead behind two goals from Tyren Dustin and one from Tyson Cadwallader, but the impending blowout turned into a nail-biter. Second-half goals by Roy Wadhams and Devin Williams drew Alert Bay

within 3-2, and the visitors were still pushing when the whistle finally blew on the Port McNeill victory. Port McNeill’s Balls of Fire, another No. 3 seed, also walked away with the U15 boys champion’s T-shirts, thanks to a big second half against the Port Hardy Blazers, the No. 4 seed. The teams were tied 1-1 at intermission, with Port Hardy’s Josh Walkus scoring on a penalty kick in the 20th minute and James Bramham levelling the score with his own penalty kick eight minutes later. But Port McNeill erupted in the second half and eased away to a 4-3 win. The U-15 girls final matched two rival Port McNeill squads. And, even though they advanced as the top two seeds, the division still ended in an upset as the Strikers topped defending champion and

top-seeded Kick Ass, 2-0. Randi Ward and Mercedes Trevor found the net for the Strikers, and teammate Karlie Shambrook earned a whipped cream pie in the face from coach Dwayne Rudy to celebrate her birthday weekend. The tourney pattern reversed in the U12 girls final, where Port Hardy’s Green Hurricanes swept unbeaten through the division and claimed a 2-1 win over Port McNeill Team 2 in the evening final. Kayley Clair scored both Port Hardy goals, while Abby Roberts of Port Alice tallied for the No. 3 seeded Port McNeill team. Alert Bay won the boys U12 title with a 5-3 victory over Port McNeill. The weekend also included dozens of games in the mini divisions for players under 10 years old, including a series of exhibitions from tot teams from Port McNeill and Port Alice.

Harvey and Gil memorial sides top tourney Gazette staff PORT HARDY—Boasting a bigger lineup and a new venue, the annual Harvey Walkus Memorial floor hockey tourney played out in front of a packed house at the Civic Centre last weekend. In past years Wakas Hall has been the sole venue, but this year's addition of the Civic Centre allowed for a slightly bigger lineup of teams and more seating for Sunday’s finals. Not that the fans got to do much in the way of sitting, as both the mens and ladies finales brought the crowd to its feet in spells as each went down to the wire. In the mens playoffs, Harvey Memorial 3 fought off the Fort Rupert Roaches to claim a final berth against the Cheam Chinook, which made the trip from Chilliwack for the tourney. An early strike from Patrick Walkus down the right gave the home side the advantage but the visitors were back on level terms minutes later, a powerful shot from the high slot finding the net

Left: The winning Harvey Memorial 3 side celebrate after Sunday's final. Right: Kristen Walkus of Harvey Memorial 1 carries the ball under pressure from Steph Walkus of Gil's Girls during the Ladies final. A O'Toole firing in a shot then putting for Cheam. The visitors then line and sprinted clear to beat dangerous in front of goal. It took a slip-up late in the back her own rebound from made it 2-1 with a carbon the goalie one-on-one. With the minutes ticking half to break the deadlock the save. copy to take an advantage Organizer Gary Walkus down Cockell got his second as Haley Scow miscued an into the halfway break. Harvey Memorial tied it and sealed the win for the attempted pass, steering it thanked all the teams and up straight after the break, home side, firing past the between her own posts to supporters who made the tournament a success. “I Shelby Cockell latching on to unsighted Cheam goalie off give Gil’s the advantage. Soon after the break Harvey would like to thank my Mom an Ethan Shaw assist to bring a restart. In the Ladies division Memorial were level after and Dad specially for always the home side level. Harvey Memorial 1 lost out a mistake at the other end. giving us the tools we need A masterful solo effort from George Walkus put 2-1 to Gil’s Girls in a nail- A long pass rebounded off to be who we are and do the boards and rolled behind what we need to do,” he said. Harvey Memorial 3-2 up. As biter. There was little to choose goalie Maxine Walkus. “And thank you to everyone Cheam pushed forward looking for a third, the Hardy between the two sides in the Cheyenne Janzen reacted who helped put this togethside tried to catch the visitors opening ten minutes. While first to pounce on the ball and er: sponsors, fans, players, refs, score-keepers, conceson the break. They finally Harvey Memorial enjoyed the steer home from the crease. Vanessa Walkus grabbed sion workers, and family and succeeded when George col- majority of the possession, lected the ball on the blue Gil’s Girls looked the more the winner for Gil’s Girls, friends.

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Sunset student wins Charlie Cup point

Madison Woo of Sunset Elementary School holds up the book she won as a prize for earning a Charlie Cup checkers point during the fun fair Friday. David Lyon

Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— Madison Woo, a grade 4 student at Sunset Elementary School, forced a three-way in the annual Charlie Cup checkers championship last week when she swept a five-game series from contest host David Lyon. The win, achieved during the Sunset

Elementary Fun Fair Friday evening, earned Sunset one point in the school standings, matching co-leaders Avalon Adventist Junior Academy and Port Hardy Secondary School with one point each. The contest runs through the June Sports Festival in Alert Bay on Father’s Day weekend,

after which Lyon presents prizes to top performers. He has received 328 entries while attend-

ing a variety of special school events. Woo received a Nancy Drew mystery book for winning the

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DISTRICT OF PORT HARDY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to sections 890 and 892 of the Local Government Act that a Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the District of Port Hardy (“District”) Municipal Hall located at 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy, B.C. on Monday, May 12, 2014 at 5:30pm for the purpose of hearing representations concerning “Official Community Plan Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 1025-2014” and “District of Port Hardy Zoning Bylaw No. 1010-2013”. The purpose of each of these Bylaws is as follows: 1) Bylaw No. 1025-2014: This Bylaw proposes to amend Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 15-2011 to: a) Revise and expand the exemption criteria that are used to define situations whereby a Development Permit is not required to be obtained prior to proceeding with the construction, alteration or subdivision of land; and, b) Change the land use designation that applies to a portion of the property which is owned by the District of Port Hardy, is dissected by Holberg Road, and is legally described as the Northwest ¼ of Section 25, Township 9, Rupert District, Except Part in Plan 49088, from “Rural Resource” to “Industrial”. 2) Bylaw No. 1010-2013: This Bylaw proposes to repeal and replace the current District of Port Hardy Zoning Bylaw No. 10-2006 adopted by Council in 2006, with a new Zoning Bylaw. Since adoption of the current Official Community Plan by Council, the Zoning Bylaw must be updated to bring it in conformity with it. The new Zoning Bylaw has been updated and prescribes zoning and related regulations / requirements for lands (including water) in the District of Port Hardy. TAKE NOTICE that proposed “Official Community Plan Bylaw Amendment Bylaw No. 1025-2014” and “District of Port Hardy Zoning Bylaw No. 1010-2013” can be obtained at the District Municipal Hall located at 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy, B.C., between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays), or by using the contact information below. Anyone who believes that these proposed Bylaws will affect their interests shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person, by a representative or by written submission at the Public Hearing at the above-noted time and place. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written comments may be mailed, facsimiled, emailed or hand-delivered to the District by 3:00pm, Monday, May 12, 2014. Legally, the District cannot consider any representations or submissions made after the close of the Public Hearing. Inquiries and written comments should be directed / submitted to:

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS INFORMATION ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH ALCOHOL WE CAN HELP Port McNeill-Mon and Fri 8pm Room 3 at the Old School. 375 Shelly Crescent. Call Greg 250-949-0153 or Cody 250-230-4218. Sointula-Thur 7:30pm at the Sointula Medical Centre. 25-2nd St. Call Annie 604-250-7085. DID YOU KNOW? BBB is a not-for-profit organization committed to building relationships of trust in the marketplace. Look for the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory Eedition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca. You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2014 BBB Accredited Business Directory

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Deputy Operations Manager

District of Kitimat, exempt staff position, with competitive compensation and full benefit package. Reporting to the Operations Manager, assists in planning, implementing and tracking the operations, repair and maintenance of the municipalityâ€™s infrastructure, including water and sewer, buildings, roads, parking lots, traffic control, drainage, signage, sidewalks, parks, grass cutting,, cemetery, and equipment fleet. Candidates will have several years of experience in a municipal or similar work environment and post-secondary education in Civil, Building or Water Quality Technology, EOCP Sewage Treatment and Water Distribution certification, or related Trade Qualification. Submit resumes by May 15, 2014, 4:30 p.m., to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, B.C. V8C 2H7, Fax 250-632-4995, email dok@kitimat.ca

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DEATHS

EMPLOYERS CANâ€™T find the work-at-home Medical Transcriptionists they need in Canada! Get the training you need to fill these positions. Visit CareerStep.ca/MT to start training for your work-athome career today! LEARN FROM home. Earn from home. Huge demand for CanScribe Medical Transcription graduates. Start your online learning today with CanScribe Career College. www.canscribe.com. Call 1.800.466.1535 or email to: info@canscribe.com. QUATSINO First Nation is seeking the services of a Band Administrator to oversee all band programs and band related business. PostSecondary education in Business Management, Human Resources or related fields is a preference. A minimum (3) years experience in administration, human resources or related field or setting is required. Please direct any questions and/or your cover letter, resume complete with 3 references, and a criminal record check to: Attn: Rob Cahill 305 Quattishe Rd. Coal Harbour, BC V0N 1K0 Tel: 250-949-6245 Fax: 250-949-6249 Email: kakotlatsi@rocketmail.com

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS LOCAL CRISIS LINE 24/7 Port Hardy (250)949-6033 Alert Bay/Kingcome (250)974-5326

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DEATHS

Dennis Elwood Walker November 23, 1945 â€“ April 24, 2014 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Dennis Elwood Walker. Dennis passed away at his home in Black Creek on April 24, 2014, after a courageous battle with cancer. Dennis is predeceased by his parents, Elwood & Minerva Walker, and his brother-in-law Jake Dueck. Dennis is survived by Barbara, his loving and caring wife of 26 years. Missing him terribly are his daughter and son-in-law, Sandra & Johann Karason, step-sons Jason Brin and Jody Nelson, and his grandson Elliott Brin. Dennis grew up on Hilchey Road in Willow Point where he shared many wonderful memories with his siblings Lowell (Betty), Bernie (Shirley), & Elthea (Jake). Many in the community knew Dennis through his service in the Willow Point Fire Hall, his passion and lifeâ€™s work which was his business; Southside Welding Ltd. and the Glacier Heritage Antique Club. He was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Please join us in celebrating Dennisâ€™ life at the Willow Point Hall on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in his name.

#6-1040 9th Ave., Campbell River BC 250-287-2240 Condolences may be left for the family at: www.campbellriverfunerals.com

TERRENCE (TERRY) ROSS 1953-2013

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Columbaâ€™s Anglican-United Church in Port Hardy on Sat. May 3, 2014 at 1:00 pm. The family invites you to join them for lunch and refreshments that will be offered in the lower level of the church after the service.

HELP WANTED

Request for Proposals Regional Emergency Coordinator The Regional District of Mount Waddington is inviting proposals for a service contract for a Regional Emergency Coordinator to administer the North Island Regional Emergency Program. Responsibilities include updating the North Island Regional Emergency Plan; chairing the North Island Regional Emergency Planning Committee; training participants/arranging for training opportunities; organizing and participating in emergency preparedness exercises and training opportunities; writing proposals to access appropriate funding; reporting on activities to the Regional Board; and liaising with partner communities to improve Emergency Services and response. The successful proponent will possess excellent communication skills and be able to effectively liaise with and coordinate appropriate agencies, management staff and volunteers. Previous experience in emergency management ICS and BCERM would be an advantage. Proposals should, at a minimum, meet the requirements set out in the RFP information package which is available at the Regional District of Mount Waddington ofÂżce or from the website at www.rdmw.bc.ca Proposals must be received by the Regional District by 4 pm on Friday, May 9, 2014. Proposals should be e-mailed to info@rdmw.bc.ca. addressed to the Administrator or may be dropped off or mailed to: 2044 McNeill Road (Box 729), Port McNeill, BC, V0N 2R0.

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

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HELP WANTED HAIDA WAY PUB is looking for a bartender/server. Serving it Right required. Drop off your resume at the front desk or see Christine in the ofďŹ ce after 1pm.

HELP WANTED

Marine & Chandlery Sales Representative Temporary Full Time (possibly leading to permanent part time or full time).Must have solid prior sales experience and knowledge of the Marine Industry and be computer literate, preferably with POS software experience. Duties include all facets of sales and inventory control. Candidate must be reliable, flexible and motivated with good communication and people skills. Applicants should be able to take direction, work independently, assume responsibility, and offer and implement fresh ideas. If you feel you qualify and would like to work in this environment please submit a hand written cover letter and resume to: reddenaccts@shaw.ca

or fax : 250 286 8303

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HELP WANTED

CASUAL/ON CALL SHELTER WORKERS

The Salvation Army Campbell River has Part-Time and Casual / On Call positions. Must have Current First Aid/Food Safe/WHMIS. Send Letter & Resume: oceancresthr@gmail.com or 291 McLean Street Campbell River, BC V9W 2M4. Closing Date May 4, 2014.

Mount Waddington Literacy Now Committee is seeking a Part Time Grant Seeker for approximately 5 hours per week. Responsibilities: â€˘ Find funding for our community projects â€˘ Work closely with the Literacy Outreach Coordinators â€˘ Report to the Literacy Now Steering Committee Knowledge and Skills: â€˘ Strong written communication skills â€˘ Ability to meet deadlines. â€˘ Knowledge of fundraising information sources. â€˘ Strong contributor in team environments QualiďŹ cations: â€˘ Training and experience with grant writing. â€˘ Experience working in deadline-driven environments. Salary: $25.00 per hour for up to 20 hours in a month. Deadline for Applications: May 16, 2014 For more information on the position please contact Kathy Martin martinkt@telus.net or 250-956-3456

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Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/GasďŹ tters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416

FINANCIAL SERVICES

QUALITY CONTROL The Lemare Group is seeking a Quality Control person for Northern Vancouver Island. Coastal/Dryland sort experience an asset. Travelling required. Excellent wages plus beneďŹ ts. Email or fax resumes to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca or 250-956-4888, Attention: Jennifer. The Lemare Group is accepting resumes for the following positions: â€˘Processor Operators â€˘980 Operators (Dryland Sort) â€˘Hook tender â€˘Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers â€˘Hand Buckers â€˘Coastal CertiďŹ ed Hand Fallers â€˘Machinists â€˘Millwright Full time with union rates/beneďŹ ts. Please send resumes by fax to 250-9564888 or email to ofďŹ ce@lemare.ca.

WE ARE looking for young enthusiastic carriers to expand our current paper routes in PORT HARDY, PORT MCNEILL, HYDE CREEK and PORT ALICE. A great way to gain experience with your ďŹ rst job and to earn a little extra spending money! Call the ofďŹ ce at 250-949-6225 and ask for Circulation.

TRADES, TECHNICAL STUCCO APPLICATORS to start immediately for a busy stucco company located in West Kelowna area. Position starts at $29.00/hr. Contact Kevin @ 250-862-7418 or email acestuccoltd@gmail.com

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PLACES OF WORSHIP

PORT HARDY BAPTIST CHURCH Corner of Trustee & Highland Morning Service 11:00 am Plus regular family activities Office: 250-949-6844 www.porthardybaptistchurch.ca Pastor: Kevin Martineau 11/14

ST. COLUMBA ANGLICAN UNITED Reverend Wade Allen 9190 Granville St. Port Hardy Phone 250-949-6247 11:00 a.m. Sunday School and Service Wed., 1:00 pm Bible Study Everyone welcome Meeting rooms available columbac@uniserve.com

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

North Island Church Services NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES Father Scott Whittemore 250-956-3909 Sunday Masses St. Maryâ€™s 430 Chapel St.,Port McNeill: 9am St. Bonaventure 4750 Byng Rd., Port Hardy: 11am St. Theresaâ€™s corner of Nigei St. and Marine Dr., Port Alice: Saturdays 5:00pm Alert Bay: 65 Hemlock St., 2nd & 4th: Saturdays 10am

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PORT MCNEILL BAPTIST CHURCH 2501 Mine Road Sunday 9:45 am (Sept-June) - Sunday School 11:00 am - Worship Service 7:00 pm - Evening Fellowship Youth Group Wed - 7:00 pm Childrenâ€™s Programs & Adult Bible Studies are scheduled throughout the year. For information contact Pastor Dave Purdy â€˘ 250-956-4737 11/14

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CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN Alert Bay Sunday Services - 10 am Reverend Lincoln Mckoen 1-250-974-5844 Warden Flora Cook 250-974-5945 Warden Joan Stone 250-974-2234 11/14

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

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LIGHTHOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE â€˘ Chaplain Services â€˘ Bible Studies â€˘ Spiritual Counselling â€˘ Weekly AA Groups (8635 Granville St. Port Hardy) 250-949-8125 PORT HARDY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert St Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pm Tuesday Prayer 7:30 pm Midweek Biblestudies - Call the church for time and place 250-949-6466 Pastor George & Karen Ewald (home) 250-949-9674 E-Mail:pastorgeorge@providenceplace.ca 11/14

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

TOWNHOUSE . #2-2697 Mine Road, Port McNeill. Quiet strata complex, convenient to schools and hospital. 3-bdrm, 1.5 bath home, approx. 1250 sq.ft. Open plan main ďŹ‚oor. Kitchen with built-in dishwasher, fridge, stove. Upper level has master bedroom with walk-in closet, storage room, laundry alcove with full-sized washer/dryer. Electric baseboard heat. Single attached garage with remote controlled door opener. Tidy, fenced back yard with patio, greenhouse and tool shed. Price reduced to $144,500. Quick occupancy. Phone 250-956-9875 or email: windonthemoon3@hotmail.com for appointment to view.

HOUSES FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/CONDOS NANAIMO WATERFRONT 2nd ďŹ‚oor condo. 1500 sq.ft. LR/DR/2bdrms with view, den, gas FP, secure bldg. 2 underground parking spaces. Maintenance fee includes hot water/gas/landscaping. 1 pet OK. View anytime. $339,900 Reduced to $329,000. (250)7539123

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MOBILE HOMES & PARKS FOR Sale in Highview Trailer Park 3 bedroom, includes fridge, stove, washer and dryer, wood stove. Includes large shop. For more details call 250-923-6475 after 6PM

REAL ESTATE SERVICES DONâ€™T MISS Out! 62 acres, endless possibilities. 5500 sq. ft. house. 1500 ft. of lakeshore. www.lakeoftheprairie shome.ca www.lakeoftheprair iesproperty.ca Jackie 1-306744-2399 1-306-744-7432 Watch online for open house.

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HELP WANTED

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

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REAL ESTATE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

1-855-310-3535 PORT ALICE ANGLICANUNITED FELLOWSHIP Reverend Wade Allen Sunday Services - 4pm 1-250-949-6247 Box 159, Port Alice You are extended a special invitation to share in our Services

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Job Chapter Coordinator, North Vancouver Island JobPosting: Posting: Chapter Coordinator, North Vancouver Island

The Rural and Remote Division of Family Practice is a non-proďŹ t society that aims to support and strengthen primary health care in small rural and remote communities. The Division is seeking a part-time Coordinator for the North Vancouver Island Chapter. The Coordinator will: 1. Support the work of the Chapter and its member physicians. 2. Plan and implement projects in support of family physicians in the region. 3. Foster collaborative relationships among family physicians, community and health and social services organizations. The successful candidate should be able to work with family physicians, build and maintain strong relationships, communicate professionally in a variety of situations, and have strong leadership skills. An understanding of health services and community development would be an asset. Starting rate is commensurate with experience and will begin on a contractual basis. For a complete job description, please send an email to rhattingh@divisionsbc.ca: with the subject â€œNVI Chapter Coordinator Job Description.â€? Submit applications to rhattingh@divisionsbc.ca by May 14, 2014.

Fishing, hiking, hunting, quadding, snowmobiling or just relaxation. Great access within 3 hours of the lower mainland, 40 km from Princeton and steps to Osprey Lake. 2 years new this 3 bedroom, 2 bath open concept chalet has it all & more. Includes a guest cabin with a bedroom, living/sitting area, kitchen & bathroom. New detached garage for storing the toys. Call Adrienne (Royal Lepage Parkside Realty) at 250-809-6322 for a private viewing.

OTHER AREAS 20 ACRES $0 Down, Only $119/mo. Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee. Call 1-866-8825263, Ext. 81. www.sunsetranches.net

RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO KINGCOME MANOR

PORT MCNEILL

NEWLY RENOVATED Bach, 1 or 2 bedrooms. Newly furnished available. Free sat tv, over 300 channels. Phone Ron and Linda 250-956-3365

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TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

AUTO FINANCING

PORT HARDY: Airport Rd. 2 bdrm, quiet. NS/NP. Refs. $550. Call 250-949-6319.

FOR Rent in Highview Trailer Park, 3 bedroom, includes fridge, stove, washer dryer,wood stove. With Large shop. NS NP. $800 per month with damage deposit. Call after 6PM 250-923-6475

Port Hardy, BC West Park Manor & Lindsay Manor 1/2 month free for selected suites! Large one & two bedroom suites, some with a great view, all clean and in excellent condition. Also elegantly furnished executive suites available. Well maintained secure & quiet buildings. Close to shopping. Friendly onsite resident managers. Call Renee toll free 1-877-227-7888 or email for info: comehome@pineridgevillage.ca

PORT HARDY SEAHAVEN APARTMENTS 7070 Shorncliffe St. Oceanview 2 bdrm suite. Fridge/stove, balcony, blinds, private parking stall, locker, laundry on premises. Quiet, adult building, non smoking, no pets. References required. Inquiries contact 250-230-1462 or 250-949-8501

PORT MCNEILL Mobile Home Park Pads for rent. Short walk to shopping, school & ocean. $300/ month Call 250-758-4454

MODULAR HOMES NEWLY RENOVATED 2-bdrm Oceanfront modular in Coal Harbour. $650./mo. Call (250) 286-0880.

HOMES FOR RENT PORT MCNEILL- 2 bdrm single family house on 12 acres, ocean front, walk on beach, 1 mile from town, boat launch, balcony, attached storage/shop. Bed & Breakfast potential. $1200+ utils+ DD. Call 1(403)650-6794.

PORT MCNEILL MCCLURE APT’S.

TOWNHOUSES

Call 250-956-3526.

PORT HARDY: Seawind Estates, gated community, like new 2 bdrm, in suite full size washer/dryer, $700. (604)4183626, trojan12@shaw. ca

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES PORT MCNEILL: Large 3 bdrm, tri-plex suite. No loud music/parties, good view, close to town and schools. $700/mo. Call Oley at 250956-2682 or John at 604-5810574.

29FT MOTORHOME. Class A Very good cond. 2nd owner Must sell for health reasons. $15,000 obo. 250-287-3345

MARINE BOATS

TRANSPORTATION

Large fully furnished 2 bdrm Apartments include stove, fridge, washer, dryer & micro. Clean, comfy, quiet & upgraded. Rural setting overlooking harbour. Satellite TV channels included ($90 value). Available Now. $850 inclds hydro or $650+ hydro with a 1 year lease. Pets considered. Call 1250-949-8855. www.twoceans.com

HYDE CREEK - Waterfront 1bdrm furnished Apt. w/ shop. $600/mo. Lawn work can work off rent. Call 360-790-5733.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

RV RESORT ON THE LAKE

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We live in a world of fast-talking politicians, much like fast food, with lots of fat and very little substance. Sometimes it’s difficult to determine whether to laugh or cry when provincial politicians speak. The last couple of years, you’d say all our politicians are drunk as they see the big pink LNG elephant in the room. And Christie “Campbell” beats the LNG drum loudest: 1. A clean and safe energy; 2. 100,000 jobs created; and, 3. B..C’s debt will be paid off. LNG is far from being a safe and clean source of energy; it may have the ability to make carbon appear as Dr. Jekyll to LNG’s Mr. Hyde. Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and the petroleum industry are responsible for the majority of methane emissions, which according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency accounted for nine per cent of all greenhouse gases in 2012. Methane is carbon dioxide on steroids. It is 20+ times more potent than CO2 over a 100-year period; in other words, one pound of methane will

Our Backyard with Lawrence Woodall trap 20 times more heat than CO2. The LNG industry is only in its fledgling years, and it’s already in second place in trapping heat. Once B.C., China, Russia and several other countries that are sitting on huge deposits enter the field, methane will be the number one monster in trapping heat. At present, lakes in the Arctic are releasing vast stores of methane into the atmosphere as the permafrost thaws, and conservative figures show that there are hundreds of times more methane under the permafrost than there is in the atmosphere today. Scientists believe that a sudden release of that methane store is most unlikely, yet approximately 56 million years ago during the Paleocene peri-

od there was a sudden temperature spike of 9 degrees F after a prolonged planetary warming period, which many believe was a destabilization of methane hydrates. The retrieval of LNG in Pennsylvania and Australia through means of fracking has left moonscapes where once vibrant living forests survived, and have polluted water tables, even though the industry states that the shale beds are thousands of feet below drinking water aquifers which would be physically impossible to contaminate. In Pennsylvania the DEP has fined several companies over fracking causing contamination to creeks, rivers, and water tables. B.C. will pay a heavy price environmentally, but it remains on the back burners due to the Northern Gateway pipeline publicity. As for jobs, there will be plenty of temporary jobs in the building of the industry, but what impact will it have on other industries, such as forestry? The interior has been ravaged by pine beetle. Now, imagine a LNG explosion in an iso-

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Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw School PO Box 1799 Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Phone (250) 949-7743 Fax (250) 949-7422 “Strong Together In All We Do” Employment Opportunity There is a temporary full-time Grade 3 position being offered at Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw School for the remainder of the 2013-2014 school year, starting on May 26, 2014. This is a term position for a maternity leave with a possibility of continuing into the 2014-2015 school year. The Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw School is a band operated independent school that enrols 140 students from Preschool to Grade 7. Job Requirements: • • • •

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Bachelor of Education Degree BC Ministry of Education certification Knowledge of the BC Ed Plan and Ministry of Education curriculum documents Previous experience in Grade 3 or primary level, with excellent teaching, planning and assessment practices Knowledge and appreciation of BC First Nations people and local culture Understanding of child and brain development, including impacts and injuries that affect healthy development Experience teaching Saxon Math and Read Well programs is an asset Ability to interact with children, being respectful of various social, emotional, physical and academic needs Willingness to work collaboratively with a dedicated staff including a school based team Desire to learn and grow professionally Knowledge and experience using technology especially iPads Committed to engaging children in extra-curricular activities Willingness to participate in cultural, school, and community events and learn from parents and community members

Applicants will include a cover letter, a complete resume including references, proof of Teacher Regulation Branch Certification and a copy of official transcripts indicating degree(s) earned. Successful completion of Criminal Record Check will be required. Closing date for the positions is May 12, 2014 at 3:00 pm. Only those short-listed will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of our team. Please fax, mail, or e-mail applications to: Reed Allen, Principal Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw School Box 1799, Port Hardy, B.C., V0N 2P0 Tel: (250) 949-7743 Fax: (250) 949-7422 Email: rallen@gwanak.bc.ca

lated region along its pipeline — and it will happen, sort of like the oil industry stating their industry is fine even with hundreds of leaks every year in Canada. As for perception, it seems that education, health care, tourism, and BC Ferries are all taking a hit. Is this because the Government is so focused on the pink LNG elephant it’s forgotten about those working today? It seems B.C.’s government, which is second last in Canada in funding students, will have difficulty finding employees and will have to search in Ontario or Alberta where they almost double what B.C. puts into its students financially. As for paying off the debt, this is an illusion. In Australia and Pennsylvania the debt load per taxpayer has increased due to the subsidization of the LNG industry, and property taxes have doubled or tripled in certain regions, creating hardships. If only our B.C. politicians would stop giving us the “Once Upon a Time” version in an attempt to get re-elected, and instead give us the complete meal deal. The problem is our health care system wouldn’t be able to handle the cardiac arrests resulting from politicians speaking honestly. Lawrence Woodall is a longtime naturalist who has spent much of his life in the outdoors.

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New exhibits unearth mining history Gazette staff PORT HARDY— Gold fever helped pack Port Hardy Museum and Archives last weekend as visitors flooded in for the launch of a new exhibit. Curator Jane Hutton welcomed visitors for the opening of the summer’s temporary exhibit, Prospecting and Mining on the North Island, and noted that it was in fact a triple opening with the installation of a permanent mining exhibit and the launch of an exhibit on the Carrot Campaign for the highway. The temporary exhibit is largely made up of items on loan from Zeballos

Left: Leslie Dreimel looks for colour under the guidance of prospectors Ian Jensen and Dave Mullett. Right: Gerry Furney, far right, discusses the new exhibit with Jeff Brent at the Port Hardy Museum’s opening event last weekend. A O’Toole

Museum, recounting the rich history of mining on the North Island and including photographs, maps, tools and other

equipment. The museum also unveiled an updated permanent mining exhibit, displayed in a custom-made

cabinet, crafted as an exact copy of the neighbouring fossil case. The pièce de résistance in that collection is a weathered post with a

storied past. “It’s an original claim post from Island Copper,” explained Hutton. The curator also thanked those who helped bring the

collections together through the donation of time, knowledge and artifacts. Outside, local prospectors Dave Mullett and Ian Jensen gave visitors the chance to get a taste of gold fever with free gold-panning lessons, with each participant given a vial containing flecks of the yellow stuff they panned. Comox Valley Gold Adventures were also in site, offering sluicing equipment and gold-bearing gravel for those smitten by the experience. The temporary exhibit is expected to run through the summer. For more information contact Hutton at 250949-8143.

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Gazette staff PORT HARDY— The Grade 8-9 students of Avalon Adventist Junior Academy desperately wanted to go to work on a mission trip. So they got to work to make it happen. The students and chaperones are preparing to depart this month for the La Vida Mission School, on the Navajo

Reservation in northwest New Mexico. To make the trip a reality, the students have completed four bottle drives, five wood cuts and a barbecue. The school’s fundraising efforts culminate this Sunday with a lunch and auction, beginning at noon at the school, with everyone welcome to attend. “I’m really proud

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of these kids; they’ve worked really hard for this,” said Clifford Wood, the school’s principal. “We’re taking a bus down to save money, rather than have everyone fly. It’s going to be a real mission trip; it’s not going to be a pleasure cruise.” Wood estimated the group of nine students and five adults would need roughly $12,000.

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101 Squadron would like to recognize the very generous contributions by the North Island Merchants, companies and private individuals listed below that made our Fourth Annual Silent Auction such a success. We would also like to thank all the bidders that took part in the auction for being so generous. The funds raised will be used for the construction of a new Cenotaph, our Cairn Projects for military Bases on the North Island, assisting Air Cadets Squadrons, assisting Military Families and scholarships for our youth. 888 Wing RCAFA A&W Absolutely Grape Alison Flannigan Bargain Shop Budget Car Rentals Busy B,s C-force Marine Cafe Guido Canadian Tire CR Canfish Chevron Chris Hunter CIBC Coastal Mountain Fuels Coastal Community Credit Union Codfather’s Charters Comox Airforce Museum Cove Surf Shop Danielson Auto Shine Dave Landon Motors Deb Murray Dennis Flannigan Ecoscape Cabins E.J. Klassens Motorcade

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To that end, they have rounded up a substantial list of auction donations, including a chartered fishing trip, a kayak, First Nations art and much more. Lunch, by donation, will be served beginning at noon. Participants may then view the items in the auction will begin at 1 p.m. For info, call Wood at 250-949-8243.

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Avalon Adventist Junior Academy Grade 8-9 students will host an auction May 4 to raise funds for a mission trip to New Mexico. From left are Nathel Lightheart, Seryna, Christopher Jensen, Taylor Monge, Kashia Cook, Kira Corsi, Tanisha Cook and Danielle J.R. Rardon Lacasse. Dr. L. Carvalho, D.O. (LOND) F.R.S.C., INC OPHTHALMOLOGY To all my patients, I regret to inform you that due to the passing of my devoted wife Sheila, I will be reviewing my ability to provide ophthalmological care to patients from Port Hardy and surrounding areas during this period of grieving. During my visits to Port Hardy Hospital, Sheila was my nurse, organizer, assistant, and receptionist. We worked very much as a team. Please consult with your family doctor for any ongoing ophthalmological care. I wish to inform you that a letter to your doctor has been written following each of your visits to me. I am reserving space at Dr. Shaver’s office in Courtenay for my North Island patients who wish to continue to see me. If you would like an appointment please contact your family doctor who will fax a referral to me via Dr. Shaver’s office. I wish to thank at this stage all the staff at the Port Hardy Hospital who were always very welcoming and supportive. Thank you.

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thank you to Bob Wasden for his net mending expertise! Thank you so much for supporting our soccer community!

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Fall Fair committee slates meeting Gazette staff PORT HARDY—The 2014 Mount Waddington Regional Fall Fair is officially happening this year in Port Hardy on September 6-7, and the fair committee is putting out the call for volunteers and vendors.

A preliminary organizational meeting is scheduled for next Monday, May 5, at the home of Malcolm and Brenda Fleeton in Port Hardy. At that time, a theme will be selected for the fall fair, a slate of directors will be formed and more.

“And yes — you can be nizational committee will may wish to volunteer for a volunteer without being need volunteer to help with covering admission tables, given a title on the com- entertainment, decorating, raffle and information mittee,” Brenda Fleeton booth rentals, organizing desks, and other duties. said. “All helpers are wel- exhibits, raffle prizes, sign- There may be opportucome, now or closer to the making, children’s activi- nities for groups to raise fair.” ties, organizing a Coffee funds without actually There are a multitude House, among other tasks.   setting up a booth; please of jobs available, both The committee will also contact the committee for big and small: the(MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX orga- be looking for groups who suggestions.

Song, dance on tap Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— The spring performance season kicks into gear this month, with choral and dance recitals on tap the next two weekends. Wild Heart Music will host its second annual spring concert Saturday, May 3, with shows at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the North Island Secondary School drama theatre. The concert highlights the local youth choir, and features a special appearance by pro-

gram founder Georgia Murray. Murray, who grew up in Port McNeill and now works out of Victoria, has spent the last month as Bell Media’s Emerging Artist of the Month with partner Tony “DWhiz” Day. The debut single for their current project, Liinks, was the No. 1 added song to Canadian radio the first half of April and entered the Canadian AC Billboard charts at No. 39. There is no admission fee, but donations

to Wild Heart Music are welcome and a bake sale will be available for additional fundraising. The following weekend, Portside Academy of Performing Arts will put on its seventh annual Stars of Tomorrow dance recital at Sunset Elementary School. Shows will be performed at 7 p.m. both Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10. Tickets are $10 each, and concession will be open before the show and at intermission.

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