Yukon News, September 12, 2014

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Super cyclist A baby daughter and a broken collarbone didn’t stop Zach Bell from making some strong finishes this season.

The new show at Yukon Artists @ Work gallery includes many variations on a musical theme.

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he French school board and the Yukon government have been making headway in the longstanding issue of building a new francophone high school in Whitehorse, says school board president Ludovic Gouaillier. “The government has been fairly open and has recognized the need for a new school,� he said.

The board held a fresh round of consultations this summer, gathering input from parents, teachers and students.

It compiled the results into a lengthy report, which the board plans on discussing at its upcoming annual general meeting on Sept. 25.

The report states the government is willing to work towards a deal but needs more clarity on which option the board wants to pursue.

Those options include: enlarging Ecole Emilie Tremblay; building a new school on its property but separate from the existing school; building a new school on the FH Collins campus but separate from it; building a school annexed to FH Collins; and building a stand-alone school elsewhere in the city, ideally closer to downtown.

The report states the school would aim to have space for 150 to 200 students from Grade 8 to 12.

The school board wasn’t looking for a consensus when it held its recent consultations, Gouaillier said. They were only looking to gauge the pulse of the francophone community.

The francophone school board first proposed a new high school in 2007. The school board and Yukon government have been mired in a court battle over the plans since 2009, when the board sued the government, saying that negotiations were going nowhere. “We’d like to control the whole bit. So programs, facilities, staff, finances,� said school board president Andre Bourcier at the time. “At this point we feel we’re being micromanaged by the government.�

In 2011, the Supreme Court of the Yukon ordered the territorial government to build a new high school for francophones within two years.

In February this year, however,

Fire destroys Pelly home A family in Pelly Crossing has lost everything they own after an accidental fire this week.

The house, in the Jon Ra Subdivision, burned to the ground on the evening of Sept. 9.

Police and the local volunteer fire department were called to the scene. But when they arrived the home was already fully engulfed in flames, the RCMP said.

A mother and two children escaped the blaze unharmed.

The fire has been ruled accidental.

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French school board president Ludovic Gouaillier is optimistic about reaching a deal with the Yukon government to finally build a new francophone high school in Whitehorse.

the Yukon Court of Appeal found that ruling may have been biased because the judge had been governor of the Alberta group La Fondation franco-albertaine.

The French school board subsequently asked the Supreme Court of Canada to hear its case against the Yukon government.

Despite the animosity in court, discussions between both parties have been positive this year, said Gouaillier. “Students in the school system in the Yukon need to be put somewhere,� he said. “In our discussions the government has shown openness in building that school. We simply have to wait for a decision from the Supreme Court.�

He said there is a dire need to get francophone high school students into a bigger school, as Ecole Emilie Tremblay is “bursting at the seams.�

The government has purchased a few portable classrooms to ac-

commodate the excess number of students.

The facilities are temporary, Gouaillier said, because they’re not long-term solutions and the government can’t keep adding them onto the school. “We still have students set up in places where they ideally shouldn’t be set up,� he said. “They’re studying in spaces normally used for culinary arts sometimes. The government seems to be coming to terms and recognizing this needs to be rectified.�

The board is always looking for more input leading up to the upcoming meeting, Gouaillier said.

He said he’ll be relieved once this issue has been dealt with. “But not as relieved as the students will be,� he said. “It’s something we’re looking forward to resolving in a major way.�

A joint investigation with the RCMP and Yukon fire marshal determined the likely cause of the fire was an insulation issue in the attic space and the chimney, police say.

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Hope and survival in the wake of violence Cathy Richardson and Allan Wade are in the Yukon this week to share stories about how victims are able to resist and overcome abuse Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter

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hy doesn’t she just leave him?

We often ask ourselves the question when faced with someone who is being abused by a partner.

Cathy Richardson, a professor and social worker who has worked with Yukon communities for more than a decade, tells the story of a woman who files a report with police to seek help with an abusive boyfriend.

“They recorded that she came in to make a report, but that then she kept going back to him, so it couldn’t have been that bad,” said Richardson.

But the kernel of truth hidden in her behaviour that they missed was that the woman was paradoxically safer with her abusive partner than away from him.

“It was when she was away from him that he could get erratic and violent and unpredictable, and she didn’t know what he was doing,” said Richardson.

Failed by the institutions meant to protect her, she found a measure of safety by choosing to remain close to her partner, where she could keep an eye on him and help regulate his behaviour and moods.

He had manipulated the conditions of their relationship so that she would be safer near him, because he wants her to stay.

“We should be asking, rather than ‘Why doesn’t she leave him,’ ‘What is he doing to prevent her from leaving?’” said Richardson.

Richardson is in Whitehorse this week along with social worker and researcher Allan Wade to train Yukoners on how to better serve people living with or healing from violence.

They are partners in the Centre for Response-Based Practice, based largely in B.C., which promotes an understanding of how victims act to resist violence and protect themselves and their loved ones.

“We’ve been finding deficits in the minds of women to explain the behaviour of abusive men for about 125 years,” said Wade. “I think that’s enough.

It’s time we moved on and began honouring the fact that women always respond to and resist violence.

“They’re trying to preserve their dignity or create safety for themselves or other people, and they’re quite active.”

Working with authorities The final and crucial step in interrupting violence is to work with the institutions that respond to violence, and Wade and Richardson do much of that work as well.

They were both facilitators for Together for Justice, a two-year community safety project based in Watson Lake and initiated by the Liard Aboriginal Women’s Society that brought RCMP, government and community organizations together to empower police to serve people better and build trust between residents and authorities.

When working with institutions, just as with survivors and perpetrators, the first step is to listen, said Wade.

Pay attention to what people are already doing that’s useful, meaningful and effective, he said.

The goal is to support the Alistair Maitland/Yukon News good work that’s already happening. Talk to them about Cathy Richardson and Allan Wade from the Centre for Response-Based Practice in British what they know, and ideas Columbia are keynote speakers at this weekend’s women’s forum. The event will focus on about how to make things betresponding to violence at home, at work and in the community. ter will come from that, said said. to say, ‘I get that you are more Wade.

Immense adversity This week Wade and Rich“We’re hearing stories of than the worst thing you’ve ardson have run workshops extraordinary courage and done.

There’s a context here, Another thing Wade and with staff at the Yukon Womdetermination and love. and I have time to listen to Richardson have learned is en’s Directorate on response“When you begin to get in you.’ that if you tease out stories of resistance from survivors, they touch with the enormous ca“That’s part of what creates based practice, and with staff at Kaushee’s Place on working pacity and dignity of children begin to feel much less like enough safety for the man to with children and their moms to respond to horrible advervictims and much more like talk with you in detail about sity, it’s not only inspiring, strong, competent managers the violence he has committed. who are fleeing violence in a of their own lives in the face of it also teaches you a little bit “Then in the context of that transition home setting. about the depths of the human conversation, you can begin to They have met with repreimmense adversity. spirit, the care that people have sentatives from various Yukon Stories of resistance are just see choice points, where he has departments who are responbelow the surface if you bother for one another, the capacmade a decision to be violent sible for communications and to ask any survivor of violence, ity that people bring in their or to be not violent. And it’s everyday lives.” policy. including men, women and those conversations that elicit When you remind a surviAnd they plan to meet with even children. descriptions of skill and awarevor that they are capable, fierce ness and competency that men deputy ministers of some deThat’s a lesson Wade and resistors of violence and not Richardson have learned in have often never talked about.” partments today, as well. helpless and hopeless victims, Wade and Richardson will particular from survivors of They ask the men about the it can do amazing things for present and facilitate discusresidential schools. times they have made good their sense of self worth and sions at this weekend’s wom(The researchers call the choices, to help them learn to their healing, Wade and Richresidential schools prison make those good choices more en’s forum, which will focus ardson said. on responding to violence at camps, because they say that often.

But the researchers are not language accurately reflects work, at home and in the comIn a project conducted in content with only helping victhe reality of what happened munity.

N.W.T., researchers interthere. “They weren’t residences tims after the fact.

Ripples from Wade and viewed aboriginal men who There are two other sigand they weren’t schools,” said Richardson’s work here in the had chosen to stop abusing, nificant pieces of the puzzle Wade. “They were prisons. If Yukon are spreading well beand asked them how they did necessary to create a less vioyou ran away they came and yond our borders as well. lent, more just society: helping it, said Wade. got you.”)

In April the researchers will “And they’ll tell you. They’ll abusers to stop abusing, and They have heard extraordipresent learnings from the be able to tell you exactly how Together for Justice project at nary stories from Kaska elders building institutions that are they became more respectful better at interrupting violence who, as children, sang in their a four-day conference in New men.” and protecting victims. language in defiance of the Zealand.

The result of that project rules, made grass dolls as they Radio spots produced by was a DVD that could be were taught by their elders, Helping abusers, too staff at Kaushee’s place that tell shown to other men struggling stories of women and girls rearranged secret, forbidden meetings with siblings – anyWade and Richardson work to make good choices in their sisting sexualized violence have lives. thing to maintain a connection extensively with perpetrators been translated into Swedish “It’s a beautiful thing,” said to home, said Wade. of violence, too. and now appear on the side of “When they were in the Their approach is oddly par- Wade. “That DVD got shown buses in Sweden. prison camp in Lower Post, allel to working with survivors. to other aboriginal men, and “Things are happening from it’s aboriginal men speaking to Yukon,” said Wade. “It’s really when a new child would come The first step is to create a in, often they would go gather special kind of safety for them, aboriginal men. They’re quali- a privilege to be a small part of around that new child because so they feel comfortable open- fied to speak to each other, that.” much more qualified than I they smelled like the bush. ing up, said Wade.

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deal still reduces, over time, the allotment for those types of programs, the impact has been he Canada Job Fund greatly lessened from what was agreement signed with offered a year ago, said Taylor. the federal government For one, Yukon’s total allotlast week includes significant ment under the job fund has improvements over what was doubled, from about $500,000 proposed a year ago, Yukon annually to about a million.

Education Minister Elaine TayFurther, the federal governlor said this morning. ment relented slightly on how By working closely with much of that money must go other provinces and territories towards the Canada Job Grant over the past year, Yukon has employer subsidy. negotiated a “modest number Also, Yukon has signed a of changes” that will “help to separate deal that allows an minimize the negative impact” additional $1.25 million for of the Canada’s initial proposal, programs that help people with said Taylor. disabilities get jobs, said Taylor.

A year ago the federal govMany of the programs supporternment announced with great ed under the earlier agreements fanfare the Canada Job Grant, a are eligible to shift to this new subsidy for employers looking funding stream. to train employees or potential Yukon’s MP Ryan Leef, in an employees. interview yesterday, also pointThe fund would replace ed to that agreement and other expired labour market agreeways the federal government ments that paid for skills train- is supporting under-served ing for vulnerable populations. Yukoners beyond the new job Here in the Yukon, that fund agreement. money paid for things like Sk“When you look at our track ookum Jim Friendship Centre’s record and you don’t look at youth employment centre, the these programs in isolation but Kwanlin Dun House of Learnyou look at the entire suite of ing and Challenge Community what we’re doing, our record is Vocational Alternatives’ Bridges strong, it’s positive and it’s goemployability program. ing to pay off for our territory.”

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But the Yukon negotiated some improvements here, too, said Taylor.

Now, businesses with fewer than 50 employees can use the trainee’s wages to cover half its contribution, bringing total investment down to about 17 per cent of training costs.

The Yukon government is also looking at ways that it can use its contribution towards supporting travel expenses, said Taylor.

There also is a new branch of the job fund, still under development, that is intended to provide more flexibility than what is offered under the Canada Job Grant.

“We’re listening and responding to what the employers are telling us they need,” said Leef.

Whether travel might be covered under that program is up for discussion, he said.

So is whether employers may be able to receive some compensation for training programs delivered by business to their own employees, said Leef.

He gave the example a rafting company that requires its guides to achieve a certain certification, and the necessary courses are delivered normally by the company itself.

Under the Canada Job Grant the business is left in the absurd situation where a competing rafting company could receive a subsidy to access that course for its employees, but the company offering the program would not be eligible for any funds offsetting costs to train its own.

The yet-to-be-determined Employer Sponsored Training program could address that and similar issues, said Leef.

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Climate change pushes birds north Ashley Joannou

The boreal forest and other green spots with large swaths of land in the North will give these orests in the North could birds the best chance to survive become the last safe haven a climate shift, Wells said. for hundreds of North “Big areas of enacted healthy American birds displaced by habitat for all these (animals) climate change in less than a will be the key to surviving all decade, according to a new the onslaught of the climatereport from the National Audu- induced changes coming at bon Society. them,� he said. “The North is basically the While some birds are beNoah’s Ark for all these birds,� ing pushed north, many that said Dr. Jeff Wells with the already live up here, are being Boreal Songbird Initiative. “It’s pushed right off the map. the place that’s going to give They’re simply going to see them the best opportunity for their climate disappear, accordsurvival.� ing to the data.

The Audubon report, reProjections show birds like leased this week, looked at how the Smith’s longspur, a small a warmer world will impact the songbird found across the climates in which birds thrive.

North, will lose virtually all of Of the 588 North American its range, particularly in the bird species Audubon studied summer. using 30 years of data, hun“It’s not that it’s moving, dreds could be in trouble. it’s just that it’s disappearing,�

The models indicate that 314 Wells said. species will lose more than half “The projection is that the of their current climatic range climate that it prefers is going by 2080. to disappear. So the question is “Almost all of them move can it adapt to some other kind north significantly, but there of climate? We just don’t know.� are almost three quarters of Cameron Eckert, president of them that are going to move the Yukon Bird Club, points out wholesale into the North, into that adapting to a new home the boreal and Arctic region,� takes time – more time than the Wells said. projections suggest there is.

Shifting habitats north is not “Birds evolve over hundreds as simple as it looks on a map, of thousands or millions of and just because birds move years. So when habitats are somewhere new, doesn’t mean changing over the course of they’ll survive there.

65 years, or our climate condiThere are just too many tions are changing over that unknowns to be able to predict same time period, birds can’t that, Wells said. The type of necessarily evolve or shift their trees, the type of water and the ranges,� he said. type of food they find in the The bay-breasted warbler, for new habitat are all variables. example, is projected to move “A climate could be good for north. It likes to nest in older a certain duck, let’s say, but if trees. where that climate space has “You can’t move a forest moved there’s not many wetand have it grow into a mature lands, then there’s nowhere for forest in 80 years, obviously, it’s not going to move that quickly the duck to go,� he said.

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The bay-breasted warbler is one of the hundreds of species of birds that are expected to move to Yukon and other parts of northern Canada because of climate change.

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The rusty blackbird, which has seen dramatic declines over the last 30-40 years, is also expected to move north toward Yukon’s northern boreal forest over the next 60 years.

over time,� Wells said.

Two birds that have seen dramatic declines in the Yukon recently – the rusty blackbird

and the olive-sided flycatcher – could actually see their numbers explode in the North over the next 60 years, according to

the report.

Eckert said Yukon birders have already seen certain species more north than usual. “I have heard from researchers, for example people in the Old Crow area, that common loons have become more common in that area over the last 25 or 30 years,� he said.

But, while the common loon has arrived, other birds, like the red-throated loons, appear to be fading away. “While one species of loon now seems more common, consistent with the climate change report, another species of loon appears to have rather sharply declined,� Eckert said.

When a new species of bird is spotted in the North, that’s big news, Eckert said. Keeping track of the ones that aren’t seen anymore is a little more difficult.

That’s why things like the Christmas Bird Count, a volunteer-run count that takes place every year, is so important, he said.

It was Christmas bird counts, and other similar surveys, that contributed to this latest report.

Eckert said Yukoners are actively involved.

Last year there were 20 Christmas bird counts in communities around the North.

Thirteen of those communities were in the Yukon, he said.

For Wells, the takeaway from this latest report is nothing new: “lower greenhouse gas emissions, so that projections don’t come true.�

He also encourages northern residents to be aware of the importance of their land. “Maintaining those big areas of intact habitat is going to continue to be crucial.�

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Parents unhappy with shift in bus routes Myles Dolphin

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ukon Education’s new bus routes are still causing headaches for Whitehorse parents.

The department announced the new routes last Friday after it held an emergency public meeting with upset parents.

Since the beginning of the school year, the department has been flooded with complaints stemming from changes made to bus routes over the summer.

At last Wednesday’s meeting, over 20 separate issues were raised ranging from problems with the registration process to children riding past their schools on their way to transfer stations.

The new routes, which were implemented on Monday, were supposed to be improvements over the old ones.

But they aren’t passing muster with some parents.

“The department said there would only be a 10-minute or less wait at the transfer station and now it’s over 15 minutes,” said Ann-Marie Stockley, whose family lives on the Mayo Road.

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week’s meeting. She was part of a group of 20 parents who wrote to Education Minister Elaine Taylor last year to voice concerns about school bus routes and schedules for families whose children attended Porter Creek Secondary, Holy Family Elementary and Hidden Valley Elementary schools.

“At the meeting last week the department said they would go back to the old routes,” Stockley told the News yesterday.

“They are not even close.

My kids are on the bus 37 minutes earlier.”

On a Facebook group named Concerns With Whitehorse School Buses, other parents were also unhappy with the changes.

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“My kids’ bus ride got longer and now they arrive at school late and miss out on playing and socializing with their friends before school starts,” said Jen Collon. “They arrive (if the bus is on time) after the bell.”

This year in Whitehorse, 40 school buses bring students to 15 different schools. But in the Mayo Road area alone, approximately 150 kids are bused to 10 different schools.

Deputy Minister Valerie Royle said the department will continue to improve bus routes throughout the school year as families move around.

She said there were fewer complaints from parents this week.

“So far, so good,” she said

about the new changes.

“We’ll have some new routes ready on Friday for Monday.

We’re dealing with issues as they come. There are fewer (school bus) registrations but they’re still coming in, we had over 50 between Monday and Tuesday.”

The department asked parents to review new bus routes and register their children online in June. By the end of that month 1,253 students had been registered.

But 700 late registrations were made since the beginning of the new school year, overwhelming the department.

Updates are available at the department’s website.

Contact Myles Dolphin at myles@yukon-news.com

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Mental health support line nearly ready to answer the call development of active listening skills and comprehensions of topics such as addiction, loss, ukoners in mental health mental health challenges, stress distress will be able to and crisis and children and find a friendly voice on youth,” she said. the other end of the phone startVolunteers with also get suiing in November. cide prevention skills training.

The Second Opinion Society A posting for volunteers has (SOS) is launching the Yukon gone up on the Volunteer Yukon Distress and Support Line start- website. ing Nov. 24.

NorthwesTel has donated The line is designed to be a $25,000 towards the project. The place where Yukoners can turn Bell Let’s Talk initiative forked for support during hours where over an additional $30,000. other services might not be “Today there’s still quite a bit available – between 7 p.m. and of stigma around the topic of 3 a.m. mental health. There are many “One of the biggest service people who don’t feel comfortgaps that exists in the Yukon is able reaching out,” said Northafter-hours support. Statistically, wesTel president and CEO Paul feelings of isolation, loneliFlaherty. ness and situations of crisis “So this type of line provides and suicide are much more a nice opportunity for people to likely to happen at night,” said reach out and get some help in Hailey Hechtman, SOS’s planan anonymous way and hopening, development and finance fully encourages more people to co-ordinator. do it.”

The Yukon-wide, toll-free On top of donations from number will be manned by the telecommunications compatrained volunteers. The phone nies, the Yukon’s Department of number hasn’t been finalized Health and Social Services has yet. contributed $8,100 to help cover Hechtman said her organiza- costs for the first six months. tion is hoping to have 12 to 20 The department is also helping volunteers trained in October by to secure long-term funding, specialists from Ottawa.

Hechtman said. “(Training) will focus on the Yukon has a high rate of hosAshley Joannou News Reporter

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Hailey Hechtman with the Second Opinion Society answers questions about the launch of a Yukon-wide distress and support line. She was joined by NorthwesTel president and CEO Paul Flaherty and RCMP Const. Dean Hoogland at the announcement on Wednesday.

pitalization for mental illness.

In 2011, Yukon’s rate was 787 per 100,000 people, compared to the Canadian average of 489, according to the Canadian Institute for Health Information.

The report notes that this rate is based on hospitalizations in general hospitals. That means the difference in numbers could be in part because other jurisdictions have specialized institutions to care for people with mental illnesses.

The same report found

Yukon’s rate of self-injury hospitalization was higher than the Canada average – 175 hospitalizations per 100,000 people in 2011, compared to 67 nationally.

Tanyss Knowles, community outreach co-ordinator with Bringing Youth Towards Equality, praised the new line as a good resource for young people.

“Considering we work in so many remote and rural communities, we find that there is a lack of accessibility for mental health professionals and resources,” she

said. “So this is a really great opportunity for rural community youth.”

The Yukon is the last jurisdiction in the country to start a general phone line like this one.

There is currently a crisis line in the territory specifically aimed at women in domestic violence situations.

In Nunavut, the Nunavut Kamatsiaqtut Help Line has been running since 1990. The phone line is aimed at people in Nunavut and northern Quebec, but does sometimes receive calls from the Yukon, according to executive director Sheila Levy.

Like the planned Yukon line, the Nunavut number runs in the evenings and is manned by trained volunteers.

Levy said sometimes her staff get zero calls in a night. The most they’ve received is 13.

Anonymous crisis lines are important, in the North and elsewhere, she said.

“I think it’s very important. I think it’s just one more avenue, one more service out there.

People feel comfortable with different types of services and the more choice they have to help themselves the better it is.”

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This FASD campaign is a flop

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f only ridding the territory of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder were as simple as crafting the right promotional campaign.

Sadly, the problem is not so simple. Everybody by now ought to know that consuming alcohol while pregnant causes irreparable harm to a fetus. This has been well established for 40 years now, and numerous public education campaigns have already drilled that fact home.

The bigger problem is that people know this – and they continue to drink while pregnant.

It will be hard for many readers to comprehend how this happens.

But some people have trouble imagining carrying on life without drinking. Many of these same people have also been so grinded down by abuse that they view their own lives as worthless. From there, it’s a small step to deny the value of a new life growing within your own body.

Irresponsible? Absolutely. And there’s a school of thought that there needs to be more blaming and shaming to prevent at-risk mothers from drinking – to make it clear that such actions are intolerable. As they should be.

But what this view misses is the emotional dimension to the problem. At-risk mothers need help to get through pregnancy without drinking. Ostracism will very likely have the opposite effect intended, pushing them over the edge to consume more booze.

Given this, a sensible approach to prevent future generations from being damaged by FASD is to do our best to support at-risk mothers.

So it was heartening to see a news release this week that indicated that our territorial leaders were planning on taking precisely that approach. And it was all the more upsetting to see that the actual publicity campaign unveiled

this week is a complete flop, and totally misses its stated point, to “emphasize the community’s role in healthy pregnancies,” according to the news release.

The online banner ad asks readers the following trivia question: “A teratogen is…” Possible answers include alcohol, red wine, measles, or a dinosaur.

A teratogen, the ad later helpfully explains, is a substance that can cause birth defects. All the above, save for the dinosaur, count as such.

Quirky humour has its place, but this seems to fall flat, given the gravity of the problem being addressed.

And, however well-meaning the employees at the Department of Health may be, it would also be hard to imagine a more impenetrable approach to the subject. Perhaps in the next phase, the whole thing could be written in Latin?

And what is being accomplished? Well, the general public will soon be armed with a completely unnecessary piece of jargon, to say what everyone already knows: alcohol damages unborn babies. The better subject would be: what are we going to do to prevent mothers, who already know this, from drinking anyhow?

Our ministers know this. That’s why Health Minister Doug Graham opined, in a news release this week, “It is important to remind people that … FASD is a complex issue and people who struggle with addictions, including mothers, need our compassion and support.”

Or listen to Justice Minister Mike Nixon. “There are many factors that influence a woman’s decision to drink while pregnant, and there are no easy solutions,” he said.

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territory had prepared publicity in line with the ministers’ message, that was later axed for fear of upsetting somebody. Politicians do, in general, prefer safe, bland messages to substantial ones that could be held against them. So we have this anodyne, cutesy, ineffective stuff instead. That’s a shame, because if the government is going to spend $10,000 on a FASD prevention campaign, why not try to actually move the discussion forward?

The Yukon Party deserves some credit for actually putting resources into helping people with FASD. It’s funded Options for Independence, a non-profit that provides supportive housing to residents with the disorder. Its new, 13-unit facility opened this year.

The territory also funds Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Society Yukon, which advocates for clients with FASD and helps them navigate the bureaucratic mazes they’re often caught up in.

And the Yukon government is also conducting a worthwhile study that aims to learn how many residents who are either in jail or

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on probation suffer from FASD. It seems clear to anyone familiar with the territory’s justice system that the prevalence of the disorder among inmates is high. One Yukon judge has offered the astounding estimate that half of the inmates at Yukon’s jail have FASD. Our MP, Ryan Leef, has also made a worthwhile contribution by calling for FASD to be recognized in Canada’s criminal code. If adopted, this measure could give judges additional discretion in sentencing criminals with FASD. This is totally at odds with the toughon-crime schtick of the Conservative Party to which he belongs.

The chances of Leef’s bill actually becoming law seem slim, and it remains unclear how this flexibility would work if it ran up against his party’s mandatory minimum sentences, but it remains a good idea.

It would be hard to tally the financial and emotional cost of FASD in this territory. Suffice to say it remains too high. It will probably remain with us until some deeprooted social issues are addressed, but some candid talk about the problem is surely welcome. Our leaders already have the right idea.

They just need the courage to run with it.

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What Nova Scotia’s fracking decision means for the Yukon

by Keith Halliday

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ith the Yukon’s fracking review committee due to report this fall, it is interesting to watch Nova Scotia’s example. The province’s fracking review panel came out with its recommendations last week, proposing what is effectively a ban. The local minister of energy said he would introduce legislation prohibiting onshore fracking in the coming session of the legislature.

Nova Scotia is an interesting example since, like the Yukon, it has a struggling private sector economy and is heavily reliant on transfers from Ottawa. The promise of energy-industry jobs must have been tempting.

The Nova Scotia fracking review, led by Cape Breton University president Dr. David Wheeler,

took place in a rather dire long-term economic situation for the province: slow growth, aging population and high unemployment.

Nova Scotia’s average GDP per person was $7,700 below the national average in 2003, a gap which is expected to be $12,300 next year according to TD Economics. Real economic growth in 2011-13 averaged 0.4 per cent, reminiscent of the sclerotic Eurozone, compared to the Canadian average of 2.1 per cent.

These seem like small differences, but over the decades sustained under-performance like this can compound into huge differences in incomes, tax revenues and opportunities for young people.

Unemployment has hovered around 9 per cent for years, double the rate in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Nova Scotia has one of the oldest populations in Canada. Median age is 44, the third highest in Canada, and the province has the nation’s highest percentage of people over 65 according to Statistics Canada.

The cheery statisticians say Nova Scotia’s demographics are due to “both lower fertility and to interprovincial migratory losses

for many years.” That’s wonkspeak for people moving to Fort McMurray.

Oh yeah, and the provincial government just reported a whopping $680 million deficit for the last fiscal year. The province’s debt is $15 billion and rising.

Nova Scotians are well aware of the challenges. In parallel with the fracking review, they also had another university president, Dr. Ray Ivany of Acadia, do a report on the economy. “Because of a combination of economic and demographic factors, we are teetering on the brink of longterm decline,” Dr. Ivany told the media after releasing his glossy report. He forecast that Nova Scotia would have 100,000 fewer working age adults in 2036 than it does today.

However, Dr. Ivany’s report did not issue a ringing call for fracking, and doesn’t mention the F-word until page 182 in the appendix. The report included some polling data that showed that there is a widespread belief in Nova Scotia that fracking cannot ever be done in an environmentally safe manner.

Dr. Ivany’s report also largely

ignored the topic of tax rates.

Nova Scotia’s top personal tax rate is the highest in Canada outside Quebec. It is 21 per cent, compared to the Yukon’s top rate of 12.76 per cent. Its corporate income tax rate is tied with P.E.I.’s for Canada’s highest, and it has the highest retail sales tax.

I guess the politest thing can be said is that economists will take great interest if Nova Scotia manages to revive its economy by banning fracking and having one of the harshest tax regimes in the country.

Canada seems to be dividing into pro-frack and anti-frack zones. CAPP, an industry group, says that 175,000 wells have been fracked over the last 60 or so years in B.C. and Alberta. There must be thousands more in Saskatchewan. (Of course, we can’t know with absolute certainty what the long-term effects of this will be).

B.C.’s premier is keen to use the natural gas industry to transform B.C.’s economy.

Meanwhile, Quebec has a moratorium and fracking is a highly controversial topic in the current New Brunswick election campaign.

The Yukon’s fracking review is being done by an all-party committee of politicians, not internationally renowned university presidents with resumes packed with gigs at the World Bank, United Nations and international business schools. We’ll see what they say in a few months.

If our politicians decide to ban fracking, or put so many conditions on the practice that it amounts to the same thing, that is their prerogative. Unlike Alaskans, Yukoners aren’t allowed to vote on important topics like this. However, if our politicians do close the door on the industry, I hope they’ll do better than their Nova Scotia counterparts and come up with some convincing alternative source of highpaid jobs and tax revenues for our public services.

Hopefully the answer will be better than “sit around and commission economic studies until global mineral prices go back up.”

Keith Halliday is a Yukon economist and author of the MacBride Museum’s Aurore of the Yukon series of historical children’s adventure novels. You can follow him on Channel 9’s Yukonomist show or Twitter @hallidaykeith

Kwanlin Dun is helping its citizens fight addictions Doris Bill

which is widely acknowledged and supported for its programam writing in response to the ming that assists Yukoners who political cartoon published are struggling with addictions. by the Yukon News in the We are also taking steps to Wednesday, Sept. 3 edition which identify and address the issue of included a cartoon of my likeness homelessness among our people. as chief of Kwanlin Dun First Na- And, through our own programtion, in addition to the article in ming, dedicated counselling and the News’ Aug. 29 edition regard- mental health staff in addition ing the waterfront. to our community partnerships, The cartoon suggests that Kwanlin Dun is committed to Kwanlin Dun, other governments and consistently involved in and law enforcement are doing initiatives that promote raising nothing on waterfront issues awareness about the breadth and aside from blaming each other. impact of mental illness.

The parties indicated in the In the Aug. 29 article, the need cartoon suggests that the issues for aftercare services following along the waterfront involve detox programming were indiKwanlin Dun people exclusively, cated as “needed or missing” by however issues of homelessness, others quoted in the article. addiction and mental illness afHad Kwanlin Dun been apfect people from all backgrounds. proached for comment on this The Aug. 29 article is conarticle, we would have informed spicuously absent of any comthe reporter that a three-year ment by either Whitehorse-area funding deal with the federal First Nation. Kwanlin Dun was government has provided for not contacted for comment on the hiring of a dedicated team of the article, nor has Kwanlin Dun staff to provide pre-program and ever been approached by the aftercare services.

Yukon News to comment specifThis funding deal with the ically on issues concerning the federal government and availabilwaterfront. ity of aftercare services were anAlthough the cartoon suggests nounced through a media release inaction on part of our governin connection to a conference ment, our First Nation continues Kwanlin Dun hosted in March to demonstrate initiative and around sharing best practices in leadership through our Jackson land-based healing programming Lake land-based healing program, that drew attendance from across

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the nation.

Also announced at that time was a two-year funding arrangement with Yukon government that enables the program to offer additional intakes, and in effect, help even more Yukoners struggling with addictions. That’s correct; the Jackson Lake landbased healing program operated

by Kwanlin Dun is open to all Yukoners struggling with addictions because Kwanlin Dun and its government partners recognize that issues of addiction and surrounding issues affect people from all backgrounds.

Kwanlin Dun and Yukon government also hosted a media event in May to sign the twoyear funding agreement that was hosted at the Jackson Lake healing camp. The event was attended by all local media outlets and included the viewing of a video with background about the program along with a site tour and presentations by program staff.

The video about the Jackson Lake program is published on Kwanlin Dun First Nation’s YouTube channel and was produced last February; it’s clear from the video, that the response and resulting funding partnerships with both the federal and Yukon governments was timely and relevant to the need and was in place in time to support the pro-

gram during its summer operating months.

It’s frustrating that although Kwanlin Dun has made a considerable effort to share information about its initiatives and programming that institutions like the Yukon News continue to attempt to portray Kwanlin Dun as neglecting to act in any capacity on said issues.

While not directly related to issues along the waterfront, over the summer, I did issue a comment in relation to the public apology issued by Sirius Security regarding its personnel targeting aboriginal people downtown.

In that statement, beyond commenting specifically to the apology, I made a point of commenting on the larger issues affecting not only the waterfront, but the downtown core including businesses that operate in the area.

Within the limited opportunity that this letter provides, I have demonstrated numerous ways that our First Nation has committed over the long term to programming and initiatives to impact these serious issues.

I’ll close with my previous comments and notably, the only comments provided “on record” to Yukon News on this issue, which to me, are a far cry from “passing the buck.”

I had stated that these problems are not “just a First Nation issue, but a community issue” and that “while our council supports any citizens who experience racial discrimination, our council also understands the challenge that the businesses in the area are facing concerning activity in the downtown area. Our council believes that a coordinated approach and partnership on part of governments, the business community, concerned citizens and law enforcement officials is needed to address these larger issues.”

Doris Bill is chief of the Yukon First Nation.

Editor’s note: The Yukon News agrees with Bill on the importance of the Jackson Lake Healing Centre. That’s why we’ve given that project considerable past coverage.

The Kwanlin Dun First Nation wasn’t contacted for our waterfront story because the issues described affect more people than the First Nation’s citizens.

It should also be noted that this newspaper gives Wyatt a long leash to draw cartoons as he chooses. He enjoys the same leeway as a columnist, and his slant is not dictated by the editor.

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Outfitters and aviators in cahoots, say resident hunters Myles Dolphin News Reporter

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ukon’s resident hunters are concerned with the partnership between certain outfitters and aviation companies, which they say borders on collusion.

Gord Zealand, executive director of the Yukon Fish and Game Association, said he’s heard several reports in the past year of aviation companies refusing to fly resident hunters into areas where outfitters are already operating.

Those include but are not limited to areas around Mayo, Ross River and Faro.

Zealand said it’s been getting worse. “I don’t believe that if you have a

carrier licence you can refuse people the way they’re doing it,� he said, “and I’m looking into the legality of it.� “We started hearing about this last year. We knew it could be an issue and sure enough, it’s hitting in spades this fall.�

Zealand’s understanding is that a commercially licensed operation is required to fly a resident hunter as long as there are no safety or weather hazards. “I know there are certain outfitters that have said, ‘We don’t want you to fly a person to Lake A, B or C because I’m looking to carry on business in those areas,’� he said.

The operator of one aviation company, who did not want to be named, told the News that this isn’t

the case. He says resident hunters should always be able to find someone to fly them out.

But he also said it’s not uncommon for an aviation company to have a lengthy contract with an outfitter. In such a contract, the pilot lives with the outfitters and the plane operates off their dock.

It guarantees the aviation company a minimum number of hours whether they fly or not, which is good from a business standpoint, he said. It also means the outfitter client has rights to the plane at any time.

Zealand said he doesn’t buy that excuse. “I think it’s just a very convenient statement to be made,� he said. “They’re not tied up for that

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Zealand said the companies are willing to fly other people out to the same locations as long as it’s not hunting related, which means they’re not as tied up as they say they are.

Jim Haney, a former president of the fish and game association, said he’s also concerned about reports of areas becoming the exclusive hunting grounds of a few outfitters. “There are laws against restricting resident hunters’ rights to hunt,� he said. “This is bordering on that.�

Section 34 of the Yukon Wildlife Act states that “no person shall interfere intentionally with the hunting or trapping of any wildlife by a person who is authorized to hunt or trap the wildlife under this act.�

Haney said there aren’t that many aviation companies that can fly resident hunters out of the more remote communities such as Mayo or Faro. “Where’s a resident going to go?� he said. “If he can’t fly out into these wilderness areas, where will he go? The government concentrates everyone into the Whitehorse area and more and more restrictions come up. “You’re saying you have an exclusive contract – my question is why

do you fly canoers, why do you fly miners, or anybody else?�

Another company, Black Sheep Aviation, told the News there was no such thing happening at any of its bases.

The company is based out of Whitehorse but has satellite bases in both Mayo and Watson Lake. “We do our best to avoid putting two groups of hunters, whether resident or guided, on the same lake, as it is our position that there is enough room for all to enjoy the solitude sought on a fly-in trip,� said operations manager Derek Drinnan.

Although the Canadian Transportation Agency is the aeronautical authority in Canada, its authority “does not extend to the way aviation companies operate their services,� a spokesperson for the company said in an email.

The competition bureau handles matters respecting misleading and deceptive acts and practices, but the agency told the News it couldn’t confirm whether there have been complaints and won’t discuss specific cases.

Contact Myles Dolphin at myles@yukon-news.com

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Notice Of The Nomination Meeting To Select The Liberal Candidate For Yukon Pursuant to the National Rules for the Selection of Candidates for the Liberal Party of Canada, the call has been issued for a meeting to nominate a candidate in Yukon.

The meeting is being called pursuant to the provisions of Section 1 of the above Rules.

DATE OF MEETING:

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Voting will start after the speeches.

IdentiďŹ cation will be required before a ballot will be issued.

Please note: Cut-off for eligibility to vote at this meeting, pursuant to Section 1.4 of the National Rules was September 11, 2014 at 5 pm PT. Opportunity to Vote in Advance of the Meeting 1.

An advance polling station will be open from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, September 29th at Coast High Country Inn, 4051 4th Ave, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1H1

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The same membership cut-off and identiďŹ cation requirements as outlined above will be in full effect.

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Nominations are closed; nominations must have been ďŹ led to the National OfďŹ ce by August 22, 2014 at 5 pm ET. For any further information, please contact Jason Cunning, Yukon Chair at (867) 334-5518 or jason_cunning@hotmail.com.

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Ill-fated Franklin expedition enduring tale of misery, death in Canada’s Arctic abandoned ship on April 22, 1848.

They were planning to head south for the mainland.

OTTAWA By this time, the note said, nine he ill-starred Franklin exofficers and 15 men of the original pedition was a quest for the complement had died. It didn’t say Northwest Passage, the Holy Grail how. of Arctic exploration for three Theories abound for the disaster. centuries. It ended in suffering, Some blamed poisoning from misery and death and has haunted lead solder, used to seal the food Canadian imaginations for almost containers. Others suggest poor 170 years. canning methods left the food conThe saga resurfaced in dramatic taminated with botulism. fashion Tuesday when Prime MinMacLaren said there is a simpler ister Stephen Harper revealed one explanation for the disaster; bad of Franklin’s ships has been found, weather and unusual ice conditions. heralding the beginning of the end “I attribute it more to the search of one of Canada’s greatest mysterfor the Northwest Passage during ies. a mini-Ice Age, which we all know The Northwest Passage intrigued occurred during the middle decades mariners since the 16th century, of the 19th century.� when Martin Frobisher, John Davis Relief expeditions found other and William Baffin made tentative relics, including bodies. One boat forays north. A northern sea route was found with two bodies in it would have shaved months from and a clutter of useless baggage, National Archives of Canada/Yukon News including silver plates and spoons voyages to the Orient by avoiding The HMS Investigator – sent dispatched on the search for the doomed Franklin Expedition – the long southern loop around and a copy of the novel, The Vicar is stranded in ice on the north coast of Baring Island in the Arctic in a 1851 drawing. either Cape Horn or the Cape of of Wakefield. It appears the last Good Hope. survivors did reach the mainland, decks. There were housekeeping Ian MacLaren, a history and clascoastline.

In 1845, the British Admiralty only to die at a spot later named sics professor at the University of He was 59 at the time, old for chores and the ships likely suffered Starvation Cove. decided to dispatch the biggest and Alberta. this sort of adventure. But he was damage from the ice as the ordeal best-equipped expedition ever.

John Rae, an explorer who “That’s what happened to the a tough man.

On his fi rst Arctic went on, which would have needed walked thousands of miles in the They gave the command to Sir John Franklin expedition in terms of the repairs. expedition, he and his men were Franklin, a naval officer who as a 1850s searching for the lost expediperspective of Victorian Britain.�

The whole time, the two ships young man had mapped hundreds reduced to boiling their boots and tion, brought back artifacts and disThe 129 men aboard the ships eating them along with lichen would have creaked and groaned of miles of the Canadian Arctic turbing Inuit tales of cannibalism would spend three winters in the scraped off rocks. He had survived as the ice pressed in, making sleep among the survivors. That caused the great Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Arctic, crammed into the claustro- difficult. a furor at the time, but subsequent phobic lower decks of their ships.

Franklin had two ships, HMS Rations consisted of hard biscuit, forensic studies on bones from the Erebus and HMS Terror. They were The left 65 or 67 men living in a oatmeal, salt beef and pork, dried expedition found evidence that the space less than 30 metres long, nine vegetables, chocolate and preserved flesh had been cut away, presumsmall vessels of 372 and 325 tons, metres wide and perhaps two merespectively, just over 30 metres foodstuffs in cans, a relatively new ably for consumption. long and eight metres across. They tres high with little privacy and no invention at the time. There was MacLaren accepts the cannibalchance to wash clothing or bodies. were specially strengthened for the traditional daily issue of rum. ism as a fact. “By modern standards, the the ice and were each fitted with a Whale oil lights illuminated the “That’s a question you can put to level of crowding would have been 20-horsepower steam engine. gloom, while dwindling supplies of rest at this point. It did happen.� impossible for us either to conceive coal were burned for cooking and Jammed to the gunwales with But he has another question. or accept,� MacLaren, saying the provisions for three years, they left Whitehorse Trails heating.

What happened to Franklin himstench alone must have been overEngland in May 1845. At the end The only communication from and Greenways self? He died almost a year before powering. of July, they were seen by whaling the expedition that survived was desperation forced the crews to Committee There were amenities, including a paper tucked in a cairn on King ships off the west coast of Greenabandon ship. hundreds of books, various games land. Then, they turned west and Are you able to contribute William Island and found by an “The mystery around that one and a hand organ for each ship. sailed into legend. your time to some important 1859 search mission. The first mes- is how was he buried?� MacLaren But the hardships were always “The modern equivalent to this, volunteer work? Want to use sage, dated May 1847, said the two asked. “It’s been quite properly there. Men had to go out into the because it’s going to last as long, your talents and insights ships had wintered in the ice and suggested that someone of his rank bitter cold and darkness to chop I predict, is Malaysia Flight 370, to make a difference in our were continuing. Franklin and the should have been buried on land, which completely disappears,� said away ice and shovel snow from the crew were well. community? but no one’s found a grave. Burying The second note, scribbled someone at sea, given that the sea The City is seeking around the margin of the paper is choked in ice wouldn’t have been applications from a year later, was more dire. It said easy to do.

Whitehorse residents, Franklin died June 11, 1847. The “Regardless of the discovery of community associations and ships had been locked in ice since his ship, it’s questionable that we’ll stakeholders interested in September 1846 and the crews ever know the answer to that one.� sitting on this Committee, John Ward

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A really important dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;: Franklin Expedition ship discovered in Arctic waters Mike Blanchfield and Steve Rennie Canadian Press

OTTAWA he key to unlocking the mystery of the missing Franklin Expedition came just days ago when a coast guard helicopter pilot spotted a dark U-shaped object in the Arctic snow the size of a manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s forearm.

The time-ravaged, orange-brown hunk of metal, vaguely in the shape of a tuning fork, bore the markings of the Royal Navy. It was a davit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; part of a lifting mechanism, likely for a lifeboat, for one of the two lost Franklin ships.

On Tuesday, the davit sat on display in Parks Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ottawa laboratory, the only tangible link to one of the most enduring mysteries in both Arctic and Canadian history. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the clue that tells you: look here. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the flag,â&#x20AC;? said John Geiger, president of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society.

Geiger was with the search team that finally confirmed the discovery of one of two lost ships from Sir John Franklinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doomed Arctic expedition.

The remarkable find completes one half of a puzzle that long ago captured the Victorian imagination and gave rise to many searches throughout the 19th century for Franklin and his crew.

The search team confirmed the discovery in the early morning hours of Sunday using a remotely operated underwater vehicle recently acquired

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John Geiger, president of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, holds an iron fitting from a Royal Navy ship, identified as a davit in Ottawa on Tuesday.

It is not known yet whether the ship is HMS Erebus â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the flagship on which Franklin himself was sailing, and is believed to have died â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or HMS Terror.

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Campbell said a combination of previous Inuit testimony, past modelling of ice patterns by the Canadian Ice Service, and the actual measurements of the two lost ships â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they are both so similar they canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet be told apart â&#x20AC;&#x201C; convinced the searchers that this was a Franklin ship.

When the search team telephoned Campbell in Ottawa early Sunday morning, â&#x20AC;&#x153;They cried, I cried. It was quite a moment.â&#x20AC;?

The discovery came a day after a team of archeologists found the tiny fragment from the expedition in the King William Island search area. Until Tuesday, those artifacts were the first ones found in modern times.

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They were the subject of many searches throughout the 19th century, but the mystery of exactly what happened to Franklin and his men has never been solved.

The expedition has been the subject of songs, poems and novels ever since.

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For now, they are keeping the exact location secret. Divers will begin exploring the shipâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remains on Wednesday.

Geiger said the site needs to be approached with great care and reverence. Over the years, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Franklinophiles, Franklin nuts all over the worldâ&#x20AC;? have mounted their own Arctic expeditions, and there have been cases of people scavenging human remains that they claimed belonged to the lost expedition.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Prince Philip joins me in sending congratulations and good wishes to all those who played a part in this historic achievement,â&#x20AC;? she said.

The ship appears to be wellpreserved. A sonar image projected at a media conference showed the ship five metres off the sea floor in the bow and four metres in the stern.

Ryan Harris, a senior underwater archeologist and one of the people leading the Parks Canada search, said the sonar image showed some of the deck structures are still intact, including the main mast, which was sheared off by the ice when the ship sank.

The contents of the ship are most likely in the same good condition, Harris added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can see the tackle from the ship different riggings in the centre.

This shows you how intact it really is,â&#x20AC;? added Andrew Campbell, a vice president at Parks Canada, as he screened underwater footage of the ship on a

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it. The rest of the story has been told by human remains and a scatter of artifacts. To have this storehouse of information â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it could be lost if not approached properly,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Even in these initial passes, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incredible detail, incredible preservation. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to have a wealth of information, objects, possibly some written records, if they were kept in water tight containers.â&#x20AC;?

The discovery itself was serendipitous, said Jody Thomas, deputy commissioner of operations for the Canadian Coast Guard.

The team was supposed to be searching in a more northern area, but the ice cover was too heavy, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The ice is very heavy this year.

There is a myth that there is no ice in the Arctic, and that is exactly that, a myth. And so they were forced to go a little further south.â&#x20AC;?

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Muclair says Scottish referendum result must be respected but won’t take sides Joan Bryden Canadian Press

EDMONTON om Mulcair is refusing to take sides in the nailbiter referendum on Scottish independence.

But however it turns out, the NDP leader says the result will have to be respected.

“I think that it couldn’t be clearer that international law has been very firmly respected here, there’s been clear negotiations on everything from the question to the information that had to be put forward and the final decision is simply with the Scottish people,” Mulcair said Wednesday.

Polls suggest the Sept. 18 referendum is going down to the wire with the Yes and No camps in a dead heat – reminiscent of the 1995 referendum on Quebec independence which came within a whisker of breaking up Canada.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper waded into the Scottish referendum debate last week while in London, telling a business audience it was not in the “greater global interest” for the United Kingdom to break up.

And he drew a direct link to the separatist movement in Quebec.

“What would the division of a country like Canada, or the division of a country like the United Kingdom, do to advance solutions to any of these issues?”

Harper asked, pointing to global challenges such as terrorism and climate change.

Alex Salmond, the Scottish First Minister, this week derided Harper’s intervention as a sign of desperation on the part of U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron and the No camp.

Mulcair said he’s “going to avoid doing the same” as Harper.

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what New Democrats see as the empty promises of neophyte Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau.

And it’s consistent with the party’s decision to begin unveiling key planks of its election platform a full year before the actual campaign begins.

“People are tired of talking points, they’re fed up with partisan attacks. They don’t want empty phrases and platitudes, they want things that are real,” Mulcair said.

Among other things, the party intends to nail down platform planks on funding health care, creating a national child care program and reinstating a federal minimum wage.

The risky strategy could give rival parties a chance to trash NDP proposals or steal the best ones. But New Democrats are hoping it will remind Canadians that the NDP is the real contender for power, not the Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press Liberals, who’ve been leading NDP Leader Tom Mulcair speaks a press conference at the National Press Theatre on in opinion polls since Trudeau Wednesday, Aug 27. took the helm 18 months ago.

In a brief speech to his 96 the near-death experience in people in another country to in November but said that it’s MPs, Mulcair asserted that make their own decisions. I “going to be a completely differ- 1995.

Canadians are for the first time think that the British have all The Clarity Act specifies that looking at the NDP as a governent kettle of fish.” Among other the tools at their disposal to the federal government will not ment in waiting. things, the Spanish courts have make all the interventions that negotiate secession unless a clear ruled the referendum process Since vaulting past the Liberthey want in the current refermajority votes Yes on a clear unconstitutional. als to become the official Opporeferendum question. It does endum process and Mr. SalMulcair is evidently unfazed sition in 2011, Mulcair said New not specify what constitutes a mond seems more than capable by the spectre that the Scots Democrats have been “showing clear majority, allowing parliaof responding as things roll out.” could vote to secede by a razor Canadians that we are ready mentarians to take into account to take on Stephen Harper’s That said, Mulcair, who thin margin. Indeed, he noted voter turnout, voting irregufought on the No side in that the NDP has proposed the Conservatives and they now larities and other factors before know this team does have the Quebec’s two referendums, “unity act” to deal with such a concluding whether the result volunteered that “senior represcenario recurring in Canada. leadership and the experience The unity act spells out that a is sufficiently unambiguous to sentatives” of the U.K.’s Scotto form government tomorrow bare majority of 50 per cent plus warrant divorce talks. land office asked to meet with morning.”

Mulcair offered his comments one vote would be sufficient to him last April when he was in Nevertheless, some MPs betrigger negotiations on Quebec’s on the Scottish referendum London. trayed frustration with the con“They knew my experience in secession, provided that the ref- outside an NDP caucus retreat stant questions about why the erendum question was clear and to plot strategy for what New the two Quebec referenda and NDP is trailing in third place Democrats believe will be a year in the polls if, as they maintain, there were no “determinative they wanted to talk about mesof non-stop campaigning ahead Trudeau is such an empty vessel. irregularities” in the vote. saging,” he said.

“The NDP has taken the time of the next scheduled federal Mulcair acknowledged that Charlie Angus, veteran NDP to put something solid and clear election in October 2015. some might try to use a Yes MP from northern Ontario, The party unveiled an elecon the table … We’re very comvote in Scotland to reignite the chose to respond to the question slogan aimed at reasserting tions with sarcasm, saying he’s fortable with the position that currently moribund separatist its claim to be the real alternahas the support of all elements movement in Quebec. But he “literally terrified” to find that of our caucus, wherever they’re tive to Harper’s Conservative cautioned against drawing parvoters in his riding have tatgovernment: “Change that’s from in Canada,” Mulcair said. allels with independence votes tooed Trudeau’s name on their ready.”

The NDP has designed its in other countries. necks.

The slogan is meant to conunity act to replace the Clarity He noted that the Spanish “In Kirkland Lake, you see a trast Mulcair’s experience and Act, introduced by Jean Chreregion of Catalonia is facing its man like me running in fear for his life,” he joked. his party’s policy depth with tien’s Liberal government after own independence referendum

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Federal program focuses on ‘root causes’ of missing aboriginal women

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ties in discussion more directly the root causes of violence and Canadian Press potential solutions.”

The stated “logic” of the OTTAWA program includes “a focus on ne of the Conservative gov- systematically identifying and ernment’s key programs on addressing the root causes of missing and murdered aboriginal victimization.” women includes a focus on “adA little over a month after the dressing the root causes,” despite report was delivered, Stephen the prime minister’s suggestion Harper declared his skepticism in that sociology isn’t the right lens focusing on the sociology behind to use. the violence. He was responding The $5.7-million Aboriginal to ongoing calls for a public inCommunity Safety Developquiry into the problem of missing ment Contribution Program was and murdered aboriginal women. created in 2010 as part of the “I think we should not view government’s larger initiative to this as sociological phenomenon. deal with the issue.

We should view it as crime,” A July 8 draft report evaluating Harper said on Aug. 21. the program was largely positive “It is crime, against innocent about the program that works people, and it needs to be adwith remote First Nations comdressed as such.” munities to create collaborative The Public Safety report safety plans and train and mobi- indicates that there has been a lize people to implement them. healthy take-up in the commuBut the report emphasized the nity program: 89 per cent of the views expressed by several comcommunities approached had munities that it was difficult to engaged in the process and others make headway without an initial that heard about it through the discussion of the root causes of grapevine were interested. the problem of violence.

All of the communities “Where these root causes have contacted during the review of been more openly discussed and the program said the year-long addressed in the mobilization funding they got to pay a co-orand safety planning processes, dinator was too short for them to community leaders and core properly implement their safety committee members have been plans. committed to the issues, willing Public Safety Minister Steven to take risks in raising these isBlaney’s office and the prime sues, and staff and other comminister’s office did not comment munity resources … have had the on the status of the program’s obskills and access to resources to jectives given the prime minister’s take action,” reads the report. statement.

It went on to note that there is Blaney has echoed Harper’s scant focus by federal programs framing of the missing and muron victims of sexual abuse and its dered aboriginal women issue as link to violence against women. one of law and order.

The document was released “As a father, I’m very proud to The Canadian Press under the to have supported more than Access to Information Act. 30 measures to keep our streets The department’s Aboriginal safer, including tougher sentencCorrections Policy Unit is stated ing for murder, sexual assault as promising that “future workand kidnapping,” Blaney told the shops will support the communi- Commons in May.

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ANALYSIS Baloney Meter: Is Harper government really spending more on military?

Murray Brewster Canadian Press

OTTAWA â&#x20AC;&#x153;Canada has been increasing the defence spending, as I mentioned in London and elsewhere. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s up some 27 per cent since we took office.

And more importantly, a significant percentage of that expansion of expenditure is investments in equipment and capacities of the Canadian Armed Forces for the future.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Prime Minister Stephen Harper â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ast week, the prime minister defended his governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record on defence spending in the face of pressure from NATO allies who want to see Canada set aside more money for the military in light of growing unrest in eastern Europe and the Middle East.

Is the Conservative government adequately funding the military, as it claims?

Spoiler alert: The Canadian Press Baloney Meter is a dispassionate examination of political statements, culminating in a ranking of accuracy on a scale of â&#x20AC;&#x153;no baloneyâ&#x20AC;? to â&#x20AC;&#x153;full of baloney.â&#x20AC;? This one earns a rating of â&#x20AC;&#x153;some baloney.â&#x20AC;? Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why:

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The facts The latest federal budget projects that National Defence has been allocated a budget of $18.2 billion in 2014-15, down from an Afghan wartime high of $21.1 billion in 2009-10.

As part of its drive towards an overall balanced budget in 2015-16, the Conservative government instituted three lines of spending cuts and restraint over successive budgets.

They included a strategic review of spending, the deficit reduction action plan, known as DRAP, and a measure within the 2010 budget that required each department to absorb the cost of negotiated wage increases with civil servants.

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The cuts were phased in and amounted to an annual $2.46-billion per year reduction at National Defence.

In addition, the military is facing â&#x20AC;&#x153;additional planning pressuresâ&#x20AC;? not accounted for in the main lines of spending cuts.

These expenses include the cost of severance for laid off civilians at defence; the bill for the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pledge to sustain newly trained Afghan forces; and the cost of operating the Public Works secretariat that is picking a replacement for Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aging CF18 fighters.

The latest federal budget also postponed $3.1-billion in capital spending on equipment that had been slated for the years between 2014 and 2017.

While the government has promised to â&#x20AC;&#x153;reprofileâ&#x20AC;? the funds to future years, it has not spelled out when the money will be returned to the militaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital budget.

When the Conservative government came to power, National Defenceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget was $13.4 billion, according to the 2004-05 main estimates. The Liberal government of Paul Martin committed in its last budget to spend an additional $2.6 billion per year.

A decade later, defence spending is $4.8-billion higher, a nominal increase of roughly 27 per cent, but when inflation is taken into account, the difference shrinks to seven per cent.

Six years ago, the prime minister pledged the military would receive a â&#x20AC;&#x153;stable and predictableâ&#x20AC;? two per cent funding increase, starting in 2011.

The escalator, as itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s known, amounts to about $350 million per year and continues to be delivered, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been more than offset by reductions elsewhere in the defence budget.

Canada will spend about one per cent of its gross domestic product on the military this year, down from 1.3 per cent in 2009.

What the experts say

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A Canadian soldier looks at a CF-18 in Trapani, Italy, on September 1, 2011.

The numbers have been repeatedly crunched by Dave Perry, an analyst with the Conference of Defence Associations, and there can be no argument that spending has fallen over the last few years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It definitely did increase up until 2010, (but) theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve clearly cut spending,â&#x20AC;? Perry said.

Some important contextual information is missing from the blanket assertion that spending has gone up, he added â&#x20AC;&#x201C; notably the eroding influence of inflation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still an increase, but when you look at the actual purchasing power, the increase is far less significant that the 27 per cent nominal figure would imply,â&#x20AC;? said Perry, who is also a doctoral candidate in political science at Carleton University.

Another factor that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get mentioned is that over the last decade, even when the government was pumping more money into the military, National Defence has not been able to spend all of its budget allocation.

Since 2006, National Defence has been forced to return $9.6 billion to the federal treasury, according to a July 2013 analysis by the parliamentary

budget office.

The prime minister was very clear in his marching order for cuts in 2012, pointedly telling the department that he wanted reductions focused on back room administration and a bloated headquarters establishment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Forces must be restructured to ensure administrative burdens are reduced and resources freed up for the front line,â&#x20AC;? Harper said on Oct. 29, 2012. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Canada First Defence Strategy must continue to advance, and as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve said before, with the constant search for more teeth and less tail.â&#x20AC;?

So, what impact have the reductions had?

All branches of the military tightened their belts and combined headquarters, but the big savings have come in the area of readiness, where there have been fewer flying hours, more simulator time for pilots and an army thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been parking trucks and conserving training ammunition.

University of Ottawa defence expert Phillippe Lagasse said the army has been hit particularly hard.

The only exception has been special forces, which have enjoyed consistent funding.

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As it currently stands, Canada would be unable to mount a sustained deployment of troops to the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hotspots because of the cuts, according to multiple internal National Defence documents. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Readiness has been a more immediate and obvious place to make short-term cuts,â&#x20AC;? Lagasse said.

Harperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bid to cut the back room has largely fallen flat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This idea that you can magically find a whole bunch of savings in the administrative structure; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not true,â&#x20AC;? said Lagasse. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not instantaneous. It takes time and it takes a real understanding of where you want to trim.â&#x20AC;?

The government has not funded the military to the extent that it promised in its 2008 defence strategy, which envisioned an investment of $490 billion over 20 years, he added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always known that.â&#x20AC;?

The verdict The experts agree that Harper is correct to say the defence budget has increased substantially, but some important qualifications have been left out of his argument.

The Conservatives have cast themselves as defenders of the military and criticism of their record is bound to sting, but both Perry and Lagasse say the numbers are the numbers.

For that reason, Harperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s statement earns a rating of â&#x20AC;&#x153;some baloney.â&#x20AC;?

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America can’t do all the world’s heavy lifting, U.S. president suggests draining.

“There are days where I’m not getting enough sleep, because we’ve WASHINGTON got a lot on our plate,” Obama said. he president of the United “You know, when you’re presiStates admits he’s feeling a little dent of the United States, you’re tired, sometimes, dealing with the not just dealing with the United problems of the rest of the world.

States…. If there’s a problem in Barack Obama has become inUkraine, we’re the ones who are creasingly vocal about the need for expected to mobilize the world other countries to pull their own community to isolate Russia, put weight in this turbulent geopopressure, support Ukrainians, and litical season, notably against the to vindicate the principles of soverwindstorms from Russia and ISIL. eignty and territorial integrity and Now some off-the-cuff remarks freedom that we stand for. offer a clearer window into his “If there’s a problem in the Midview of America’s role as global dle East, the expectation is that we problem-solver. create the coalitions to deal with a What they reveal are mixed problem like (the Islamic State of emotions.

Iraq and the Levant),” he said In a weekend interview with “If there’s an issue in Africa NBC, he said he was proud that around Ebola we need to help moothers still view America as the bilize that public health infrastruc“only indispensable nation,” and ture. And so you know, it’s not just invigorated to see that U.S. leader- me. It’s my staff also. You know, ship can make a difference. our inbox gets pretty high.”

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defended Canada’s position, arguing that it has contributed to international efforts.

Canada has pledged military advisers for Iraq, humanitarian supplies to minorities threatened

by ISIL and military equipment for Ukraine. Speaking in London last week, Harper also mentioned the missions in Afghanistan and Libya as examples of Canadian contributions.

“Don’t tell me about how much you’re spending,” he said. “Tell me about how much you are doing.”

One Obama critic said she’s pleased to see him pressure other countries to carry a greater load.

But Peggy Noonan, a former Ronald Reagan speechwriter, is worried Charles Dharapak/AP Photo he doesn’t actually have a strategy President Barack Obama pauses at the Pentagon, yesterday, of his own. during a ceremony to mark the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 “He is teaching our Mideast attacks. friends the U.S. is not a volunteer fire department that suits up every It’s been a similar message Chuck Todd, began referring to time you fall asleep on the couch how the international effort against to Europeans about the other smoking,” Noonan wrote in a Wall geopolitical mess in their backthe virus would be led by the Street Journal column. yard, involving Ukraine. The U.S. United States.

“In the meantime he is coolly has managed to persuade some The president spontaneously watching new alliances form – European countries to ramp up interjected: “As usual.” wasn’t that the Kurds the other day sanctions against Russia.

The call on other countries to fighting alongside the Iranians?

But it failed to obtain a firm do more has emerged as a recurMr. Obama’s supporters frankly commitment on military spending hope that there’s a method to the ring theme of U.S. foreign policy, at a NATO summit last week. It got madness, that he is quietly, behind following a decade of bloody, countries to agree to a non-binding the scenes and with great subtlety multi-trillion-dollar wars. That message could be further amplified pledge to move spending “towards” pulling together a coalition that this week as Secretary of State John NATO’s guideline of two per cent will move.”

Kerry heads to the Middle East and of GDP. In that NBC interview, Obama The U.S. spends 3.8 per cent Obama delivers a major speech said his strategy will not involve of GDP on the military, down Wednesday on his anti-terrorism thousands of combat troops. from 4.6 per cent in 2009. France strategy.

He said the U.S. can’t go around spends 2.2 per cent, the UK spends serially occupying Middle EastSunni countries need to step 2.3. Canada spends one per cent, up in the fight against ISIL, said ern countries whenever there are Obama, naming Saudi Arabia, Jor- according to the World Bank, and problems. dan, the United Arab Emirates and Germany spends 1.3 per cent.

“We don’t have the resources. It Canada and Germany were Turkey. “This is their neighbourputs enormous strains on our milireportedly instrumental in blockhood. The dangers that are posed tary. And at some point, we leave. ing a more robust agreement. But are more directed at them right And then things blow up again,” Obama said.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper now than they are us.”

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 that we have Arab states, and specifically Sunni majority states, that are rejecting the kind of extremist nihilism that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeing out of ISIL, that say that is not what Islam is about, and are prepared to join us actively in the fight,â&#x20AC;? Obama said last week at the NATO summit in Wales, using an alternate acronym for the militant group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And my expectation is, is that we will see friends and allies and partners of ours in the region prepared to take action, as well, as part of a coalition.â&#x20AC;?

Obama, who will lay out his strategy for confronting the Islamic State group in a speech Wednesday, and Kerry got a boost Monday when the Arab League essentially agreed to be become part of the coalition, announcing that its 22 members would take urgent â&#x20AC;&#x201C; although unspecified â&#x20AC;&#x201C; political, defensive, security and legal measures to combat extremists.

That announcement followed a Saturday phone call from Kerry to Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Elaraby during which Kerry urged the group to â&#x20AC;&#x153;take a strong positionâ&#x20AC;? in the coalition, the State Department said.

Having brought together 10 allies to form the core of the new bloc last week, Kerry will be following in the footsteps of his predecessors James Baker and Colin Powell in recruiting new members, especially among Arab states, for action in their own backyard and cementing support from those already on board.

Last Wednesday, Kerry paid tribute to Baker, who signed up 33 countries to join the United States in taking action against Iraq over its invasion of Kuwait in the first major post-Cold War conflict in 1991. â&#x20AC;&#x153;His work to build a global coalition to confront Saddam Hussein ahead of Operation Desert Storm to this very day is the gold standard by which modern coalition building is judged and which I will personally use as I go out in the next days to work on the ISIL issue,â&#x20AC;? Kerry said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everybody can do something,â&#x20AC;?

Kerry said as he and Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel met with â&#x20AC;&#x153;core coalitionâ&#x20AC;? members Britain, France, Australia, Canada, Germany, Turkey, Italy, Poland and Denmark.

But can they?

Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1991 coalition was such a success because he managed to enlist Syria, a country that the Obama administration now blames for the growth of the extremists and has no interest in seeing as a member. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The enemy of your enemy is not your friend,â&#x20AC;? State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki said Monday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We continue to believe that (Syrian President Bashar) Assad has lost his legitimacy.â&#x20AC;?

And what of Iran, which along with the U.S. is providing military support to the Iraqi government to fight the Islamic State group?

Iran is also supporting Assad, whom the U.S. wants ousted. U.S. officials say Iran is not welcome and insist they are not co-ordinating any anti-Islamic State action with Tehran.

Russia is another tricky propo-

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Russia was absent from Baker and President George H.W. Bushâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gulf War coalition, opposed Clintonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NATO airstrikes on Serbia and President George W. Bushâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Iraq War. However, it did give a nod to U.S.-led military ac-

tion in Afghanistan after the Sept.

11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the United States and counted itself a member of the coalition formed to fight what was then known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;global war on terror.â&#x20AC;?

Some critics have derided the â&#x20AC;&#x153;core coalitionâ&#x20AC;? for being too small, with Iraq war supporters pointing out that Bushâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;coalition of the willingâ&#x20AC;? in 2003 for the Afghanistan invasion eventually included 48 nations.

But the State Department says more than 40 countries, not including Iran, have already given or offered support of some kind to Iraq in dealing with the

militants. And Kerry appears undaunted, saying the Islamist radicals pose an opportunity for the world, or most of it, to unite. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an opportunity to prove that we have the ability to come together, that our capacities for defence are not so frozen in an old model that we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t respond to something like ISIL, that we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pull ourselves together and affect the coalition of clearly the willing and the capable to be able to deal with ISIL,â&#x20AC;? he said at the NATO summit.

The administration hopes Kerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission will be bolstered by Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s speech, which is aimed

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House and her production team have spent a year working on the 60-minute documentary Puffin Patrol to air in the fall of 2015 on CBC-TV’s The Nature of Things.

It will trace feeding, breeding and travel habits from the nesting burrows of North America’s largest colony in eastern Newfoundland to Skomer Island in Wales and Eastern Egg Rock off the coast of Maine.

And it will tell the story of how volunteers each summer in Witless Bay, N.L., save young pufflings that fly astray.

Known as the puffin patrol, the group started eight years ago after a former film executive from Berlin, Juergen Schau, mobilized local kids and their parents to help stop the number of baby birds killed by vehicles in the town.

It’s close to four islands where about 260,000 pairs of puffins mate each season.

Pufflings that leave their nests in August, flying out to sea guided by moonlight, can be confused by lights on land and inadvertently head for shore. It has been a growing issue in Witless Bay, about 30 minutes south of St. John’s, as offshore oil wealth has spurred new construction.

Volunteers use small nets to capture the pufflings at night.

They’re safely crated and then released to the sea in daylight.

Leah Mahoney of the local Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society chapter said more than 800 pufflings were rescued this summer, a record since the patrol began.

In Newfoundland, the stocky birds known for their multi-hued beaks are thriving.

It’s not the case elsewhere.

An article in Environmental Health News published last month in conjunction with National Geographic documents the decline of seabirds on islands off Iceland’s south and west coasts. They are home to some of the world’s prime birthing grounds for several species including puffins.

The article quotes the South Iceland Nature Centre

which says breeding in the famed puffin colonies there has been a “total failure” since 2005. Field researchers suspect various causes.

They include how climate change and warming waters may disrupt delicate breeding schedules, along with the effects of glacier melts and ocean pollution.

Bill Montevecchi, a seabird specialist at Memorial University of Newfoundland, said some of the colonies he monitors on the island are showing signs of profound environmental shifts.

“It’s staring us in the face,” he said. “The birds are the secondary responders so they’re just giving us information about the cold-blooded fish and the fish food, the plankton.

“If the fish are too deep or they move to the North and (seabirds) can’t get there and get food for their young, the young die.”

While Newfoundland’s caplin-feeding puffin population seems robust, Northern gannets that dive for young cod, haddock and other fish abandoned their nests in droves this summer at Cape St. Mary’s, Montevecchi said.

He described it as the second “extreme event” for gannets in the last three years at the ecological reserve about 200 kilometres southwest of St. John’s. There was another large-scale chick desertion in 2012, he said.

“There’s only one thing that would force a chick to be unattended at its nest, and that’s because its parents can’t get enough food and get back to feed it.”

Montevecchi has repeatedly called for more research to monitor seabird colonies.

“They’re environmental archives. They give us baselines to understand what’s happening in the ocean.”

House said Puffin Patrol is a vehicle to explore such issues through one particularly loved bird.

“I hope people will get a little bit of a greater understanding of the ecosystem and how we are such an important part of it.”

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Scientists say ozone layer is recovering, credit phase out of aerosol chemicals since the ‘80s Seth Borenstein

tudes at about 30 miles (50 kilometres) high, said NASA scientist Paul A. Newman. He WASHINGTON co-chaired the every-fourarth’s protective but years ozone assessment by fragile ozone layer is 300 scientists, released at the beginning to recover, United Nations. largely because of the phase“It’s a victory for diplomacy out since the 1980s of certain and for science and for the chemicals used in refrigerfact that we were able to work ants and aerosol cans, a U.N. together,” said chemist Mario scientific panel reported Molina. In 1974, Molina and Wednesday in a rare piece of F. Sherwood Rowland wrote good news about the health of a scientific study forecasting the planet. the ozone depletion problem.

Scientists said the develop- They won the 1995 Nobel ment demonstrates that when Prize in chemistry for their the world comes together, work. it can counteract a brewing The ozone layer had been ecological crisis. thinning since the late 1970s.

For the first time in 35 Man-made chlorofluorocaryears, scientists were able to bons, called CFCs, released confirm a statistically significhlorine and bromine, which cant and sustained increase destroyed ozone molecules in stratospheric ozone, which high in the air. After scientists shields us from solar radiation raised the alarm, countries that causes skin cancer, crop around the world agreed to a damage and other problems. treaty in 1987 that phased out From 2000 to 2013, ozone CFCs. Levels of those chemlevels went up 4 per cent in icals between 30 and 50 miles the key mid-northern lati(50 and 80 kilometres) up are Associated Press

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The United Nations calculated in an earlier report that without the pact, by 2030 there would have been an extra 2 million skin cancer cases a year around the world.

Paradoxically, heat-trapping greenhouse gases – considered the major cause of global warming – are also helping to rebuild the ozone layer, Newman said. The report said rising levels of carbon dioxide and other gases cool the upper stratosphere, and the cooler air increases the amount of ozone.

And in another worrisome trend, the chemicals that replaced CFCs contribute to global warming and are on the rise, said MIT atmospheric scientist Susan Solomon. At

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the moment, they don’t make much of a dent, but they are expected to increase dramatically by 2050 and make “a big contribution” to global warming.

The ozone layer is still far from healed. The long-lasting, ozone-eating chemicals still lingering in the atmosphere create a yearly fall ozone hole above the extreme Southern Hemisphere, and the hole hasn’t closed up. Also, the ozone layer is still about 6 per cent thinner than in 1980, by Newman’s calculations.

Ozone levels are “on the upswing, but it’s not there yet,” he said.

Paul Wapner, a professor of global environmental politics at American University, said the findings are “good news

in an often dark landscape” and send a message of hope to world leaders meeting later this month in New York for a U.N. climate summit.

“The precedent is truly important because society is facing another serious global environmental problem, namely climate change,” said Molina, a professor in San Diego and Mexico City. The 71-year-old scientist said he didn’t think he would live to see the day that the ozone layer was rebuilding.

Earlier this week, the United Nations announced that atmospheric levels of the main greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, surged to another record high in 2013. The increase from 2012 was the biggest jump in three decades.

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Polling Places: Haines Junction Takhini Subdivision Whitehorse Votes May Be Cast For: 1 (one) CHIEF Allen, James Smith, Steve 1 (one) ELDER COUNCILLOR Buzzell, Carol Hume, Albert Joe, Monday (Mundy) Smith, Phyllis 1 (one) YOUTH COUNCILLOR Jim, Paddy Mazur, Jessica Nicholas-Workman, Nicole Smith, Dallayce

Council Chambers Community Hall Willow Room, Yukon Inn 4 (four) COUNCILLORS Anderson, Doris Chambers, Shadelle Fraser, Lance Jim, Jason Johnson, Harold Johnson, Margaret (withdrawn) Kushniruk, Rose MacDonald, Dayle Mazur, Rick Patterson, Cheryle Smith, Donna VanBibber, Kathleen Walker, Leslie Williams, Donnie

Advance Poll - Thursday, October 2, 2014: Whitehorse: Willow Room, Yukon Inn, 4:00 – 7:00 pm Takhini River Subdivision: Takhini Hall, 9:30 - 11:30 am Champagne: Champagne Hall, 12:00 – 1:30 pm Canyon: Firehall, 2:00- 3:00 pm Haines Junction: CAFN Council Chambers, 4:00 – 7:00 pm Mail-in Ballot Packages: UÊ were sent to all eligible voters outside of Haines Junction, Takhini River Subdivision, Champagne and Whitehorse UÊ and can also be requested by anyone by downloading the application form from the CAFN website at www.cafn.ca or by contacting the CRO. For more information, please contact the Chief Returning Officer, Georgina Leslie at 867 332-0501, PO Box 130 108 Elliott St, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 6C4, cafnelection2014@gmail.com

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Night of the Living Dead director Romero unimpressed by todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s zombies Nelson Wyatt Canadian Press

MONTREAL hat scares George A. Romero, the director credited with creating the modern zombie horror genre with his landmark Night of the Living Dead? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rob Ford,â&#x20AC;? he says, bursting into laughter.

The New York-born Romero, who moved to Toronto about a decade ago after marrying a Canadian, didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t elaborate on why the controversial mayor gives him the shivers, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty clear that current horror movies arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rattling him.

There are â&#x20AC;&#x153;very few horror films that I think are worth their salt,â&#x20AC;? says Romero, who has directed several other Dead movies as well as Creepshow and the Stephen King-inspired Monkey Shines, among others. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oddly, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not a big horror fan,â&#x20AC;? he says. His favourite movie is, in fact, 1951â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fantasy opera The Tales of Hoffmann. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I like the oldies,â&#x20AC;? Romero says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I find that the craftsmanship â&#x20AC;Ś the amount of time that they had to shoot them, it just makes me drool.â&#x20AC;?

Romero points out heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never done a horror movie just for the sake of being horrifying. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The horror films that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made have been satirical in one way or another or political and I really think thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the purpose of horror. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see that happening very often.â&#x20AC;?

Romeroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Night of the Living Dead was shot for $114,000 in black and white in 1968. Considered the father of the modern zombie flick, its tale of people besieged by shambling, grunting reanimated corpses is considered a landmark film now and has been endlessly examined for its social and political messages.

It is even in the permanent collection of New Yorkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Museum of Modern Art where it was

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screened in May with the warning, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Attendees are reminded: NO BITING IN THE AUDIENCE.â&#x20AC;?

Romero will be a guest of honour at this weekendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Montreal Comiccon, kicking off his appearance with a screening of Night of the Living Dead on Friday.

Fans wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just be saluting his cinematic legacy, however. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also in the midst of writing Empire of the Dead, a 15-issue comic book series for Marvel.

Romero doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mind not making zombie movies for a while. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It seems like everybodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doing it. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m happy to be taking a little break from it and doing this.â&#x20AC;?

The 74-year-old says comic book creation has a different rhythm than making a film. For example, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re working with an artist and there are often adjustments that have to be made before the book goes to press. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a surprisingly slow process,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Writing it is really just the start.â&#x20AC;?

Romero, who says he was always interested in horror going back to when he was a kid devouring the lurid EC Comics and watching the old Flash Gordon sci-fi serials, made Night of the Living Dead when he was living in Pittsburgh.

It was there he got his start in movies, while working for local TV station WQED on Mister Rogersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Neighborhood. He laughs that a short film on tonsillectomies he made for the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show launched his horror movie career. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I often joke about it and say that was the scariest movie I ever made.â&#x20AC;?

He describes Rogers, who he says gave him his first job as a filmmaker, as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a wonderful guy.

Just a great guy.â&#x20AC;?

But while the soft-spoken childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show icon was always keen to give people a break, he had his limits when it came to one idea for Night of the Living Dead. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I originally wanted a local actress named Betty Aberlin, who was Lady Aberlin on Mister Rogersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Neighborhood,â&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Romero

says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow that. I originally wanted to use her in the role of Barbra and Fred put his foot down and said no.â&#x20AC;?

Barbra is the female lead who gradually descends into insanity as the zombies attack the farmhouse where sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cowering.

That casting decision was where Rogersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; opposition ended, however. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He loved the film,â&#x20AC;? Romero says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He came and loved it. He was always a huge supporter over the years.â&#x20AC;?

The filmmaker, who points out he never called his monsters zombies in Night of the Liv-

ing Dead, laments the trend to big-budget special effects-driven movies about the undead.

Romero is not a fan of such flicks as World War Z, which depicts a more nimble version of the creatures, although he acknowledges friend Max Brooksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; book is so wide-ranging it would take several movies to do it justice.

Romero also declined a chance to direct an episode of the popular TV drama The Walking Dead, calling it a â&#x20AC;&#x153;soap operaâ&#x20AC;? although he says he liked the first few seasons and the graphic novel itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s based on.

He warns that big budgets are no guarantee of success, saying â&#x20AC;&#x153;way too much moneyâ&#x20AC;? was spent on his Land of the Dead, which got overshadowed at the box office by Batman Begins in 2005.

Romero says he believes Night of the Living Dead has endured because it has a solid story, but even he is surprised by its longevity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a story there and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not about the zombies,â&#x20AC;? he explains, pointing out he had considered making the danger in the film a hurricane or the aftermath of an atomic bomb. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The zombies could be anything. They could be any disaster.â&#x20AC;?

He says he enjoys living in Canada and praises Canadian crews he has worked with because he says they really care about the end product. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The work ethic is just sensational up here.â&#x20AC;?

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Government by euphemism? U.S. cities prepare for climate change but avoid those dangerous words John Flesher Associated Press GRAND HAVEN, Mich.

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limate change remains a political minefield across the U.S., despite the strong scientific consensus that it’s happening, so some local leaders have hit upon a way of preparing for the potentially severe consequences without triggering explosions of partisan warfare: Just call it some-

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In many communities across America, especially strongholds of conservative politics, they’re planning for the volatile weather linked to rising temperatures by speaking of “sustainability” or “resilience,” while avoiding no-win arguments with skeptics over whether the planet is warming or that human activity is responsible.

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“The messaging needs to be more on being prepared and knowing we’re tending to have more extreme events,” said Graham Brannin, planning director in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where Sen. James Inhofe – a global warming denier and author of a book labeling it The Greatest Hoax – once served as mayor. “The reasoning behind it doesn’t matter; let’s just get ready.”

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“The term ‘global warming’ seems to be thoroughly misunderstood, so we don’t use it much,” Vandermeulin said, even though a primary goal is helping communities prepare for … global warming.

During a climate conference this summer that drew about 175 community leaders, government officials and scientists, mostly from the Great Lakes area, organizers even distributed a pamphlet with tips for discussing the subject – or sidestepping it. For example, avoid hyperbolic “climageddon” warnings about impending catastrophe, it advises.

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In Tulsa, the city has been buying out homeowners and limiting development near the Arkansas River to help prevent flooding from severe storms. Although two lakes provide ample drinking water, Brannin is beginning to push for conservation with future droughts in mind.

A non-profit, Tulsa Partners Inc., is advocating “green infrastructure” such as permeable pavement to soak up storm runoff.

They emphasize disaster preparedness, saying little or nothing about climate change.

Leaders in Grand Haven, a town of 10,600 in predominantly Republican western Michigan, will meet this autumn with design consultants to explore such possibilities as “cooling stations” for low-income people during future heat waves, or development restrictions to prevent storm erosion of the Lake Michigan waterfront.

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Apple Watch impressive in offering choice, shunning phone conventions Watch. I had only about 45 minutes with the Apple Watch and other new products announced CUPERTINO, CALIF. Tuesday. The watch I was allowed s computerized wristwatches to try on was running in a demgo, the upcoming Apple onstration mode. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take more Watch looks impressive. time with the watch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; beyond a I like that it will come in two controlled environment â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to make sizes, so the watch wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel giant a solid conclusion. on smaller hands, as some comWhat Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m seeing so far, howpeting watches do. ever, points to another winner for I also like that Apple will offer a Apple. variety of straps and materials, so The home screen has all your fitness buffs can get a strap thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s apps, arranged in rows like a honstronger and sweat-proof, while eycomb. You use the dial to zoom those seeking a fashion accessory in and choose one. The touch can opt for an 18-karat gold ediscreen lets you slide the honeytion. comb around to see different porBeyond looks, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great that tions of your app collection. I find the Apple Watch isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t simply this easier than swiping on a small adopting the smartphone way screen to scroll through pages of doing things. The operating and pages of apps. With the Apple system, Watch OS, was designed Watch, you can even rearrange specifically for the watch, and its apps so that your favourite ones interface relies heavily on the dial are toward the middle. to the right, known as the digital App developers will be able to crown. Competing watches tend decide what types of notifications to emphasize the voice and touch appear on the watch and let you controls found on phones. take actions such as replying to Of course, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premature to messages. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an improvement over existing smartwatches, which conclude that you need an Apple Anick Jesdanun Associated Press

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If it works, that beats walking around in circles.

Apple does have a good track record in getting software developers to make good apps for its systems. Many apps come to iPhones and iPads first, and some have bonus features unavailable on Android. If that trend continues with the Apple Watch, I have Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP Photo no doubt customers will find The new Apple Watch is shown during a new product release more useful things to do with it than the smartwatches already out. on Tuesday in Cupertino, California.

Apple Watch will require an iPhone 5 or later and will have a largely replicate the notifications the screen the way pinching in sent to your phone. To be compel- and out would. That makes sense, starting price tag of $349, higher than rival watches. Expect to pay ling, the watch shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t duplicate though Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need more time with even more for the 18-karat gold the watch to assess how well the your phone. It should enhance it. edition and other premium moddial works on its own. With your Apple seems to get it.

As for using the dial to zoom in home screen, for instance, you still els. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also have to wait until early next year, as Apple wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t and out, Apple says that improves need to slide apps around.

Another question mark is what have Apple Watch available in usability because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not blockkinds of apps will be available for time for the holidays. ing maps and other content on As for products and services it. that will be available sooner: Apple announced a few use-

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 When texting, for instance, contacts appear on the left and Appleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new 4.7-inch iPhone messages appear on the right. On 6 and 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus smaller phones, including the are both larger than the current regular iPhone 6, you get one or 4-inch models. They neutralize the other, not both side by side. a key advantage Android phones Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a small touch, but it shows have had: size. that larger doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily And Apple managed to make its new phones thinner, with edges mean making everything bigger.

Windows phones also make use that are curved and fit nicely in the hands. Gone is the glass back, of larger screens by squeezing in reducing the chances of breakage. more content, but with Android The back will now be made of alu- phones, text and images just get minum and feel more like an iPad. blown up.

To improve one-handed use, both new models will have a Mobile payments feature called reachability. With Few people use their phones two light taps of the home screen to pay for goods and services at button, the icons, controls and retail stores. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not content on the top half of the difficult to pull out a plastic credit screen snap to the bottom, so you card, however insecure that techcan reach them with the same nology might be. Apple is trying to hand. Once you make your selec- change that with Apple Pay, which tion, everything snaps back to the will come to the new iPhones in top.

October and the upcoming Apple The iPhone 6 Plus also has new Watch when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s out. horizontal layouts to take advanApple improves over existing tage of the larger size. systems in a few ways: Of course, apps have long â&#x20AC;˘ Apple already has your credit worked either horizontally and card information from iTunes, so vertically. On the Plus, horizonsetting Apple Pay up with your tal viewing extends to the home first credit card is easy. To add adscreen, and apps will be able to ditional cards, you can either enter the details or snap a photo. arrange content in two columns.

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YUKON NEWS In my brief tests, the phone grabbed my credit card numbers correctly, though I sometimes had to enter my name and expiration date myself because of poor lighting conditions. But grabbing those numbers is a good start, as Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m prone to make typos with 16-digit numbers otherwise. â&#x20AC;˘ Apple uses the phoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fingerprint identification system to authorize purchases. Other wallet apps require passcodes, which can make mobile payments take longer than simply pulling out your credit card.

â&#x20AC;˘ Apple stores card information on a secure chip on your device, not on its servers. And itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not even your real card number.

Rather, Apple verifies your card information with your bank and then stores an alternative card number.

That way, if a merchantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s system gets hacked, only the alternative number is compromised, and that number would require one-time security codes available only with the physical possession of your phone. â&#x20AC;˘ The system works with credit

cards issued by a variety of banks, including all three of mine. A payment system called Softcard, formerly known as ISIS, doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t support any of my three banks.

Amazonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fire phone has a wallet app, too, but it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even do credit cards, which is surprising for a retailer. It works only with gift cards.

Apple Payâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s usefulness will be limited until more merchants install the necessarily equipment, but many chains already do and more are coming.

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The Village Effect explores health benefits of face-to-face contact Lauren La Rose Canadian Press

TORONTO hile sharing quality time with loved ones may offer an instant mood booster, a new book suggests such routine interactions could offer even greater benefits in terms of bolstering your health and wellbeing – and potentially even lengthening your life.

In The Village Effect (Random House Canada), Canadian developmental psychologist Susan Pinker conducts an extensive exploration into the value of interpersonal relationships and face-to-face contact – key connections she contends can’t be replaced by emails, texts and online posts.

“Because digital communication is so fast and powerful and – in some cases – cheap, we are investing a tremendous amount in saying: ‘This is the answer to our isolation or our need for connection,”’ the award-winning Montreal-based author said in a recent interview.

“You can search for information, we can answer logistical problems … but you cannot build deep human connection

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with these devices.”

In one study outlined in the book, researchers gave computers to a group of families and tracked the activities and moods of those over the age of 10 for two years. Not only was the teens’ face-to-face social contact reduced and replaced by virtual experiences, but the more time they spent online, the less socially engaged and lonelier they felt. Pinker notes in the book that personality does have a role to play, and that outgoing teens can more easily forge social connections through wireless communication.

Still, she sees the potential for a “happy medium” that balances both in-person contact and technology. “I think it’s a question of tweaking or course correction.”

Pinker said one of the reasons she wrote the book was to emphasize the need to foster smaller, intimate networks among friends and family, but also with neighbours, colleagues and others with shared interests.

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builds stronger communities, and stronger communities are related to all sorts of things: kids’ learning and health, our own lifespans, but also because it’s good for everyone.”

One of the inspirations for The Village Effect is a remote region on the Italian island of Sardinia which is home to a sizable population of centenarians and where men regularly live as long as women. Pinker writes of her journey there and examines not only the role genetics plays in longevity but also the nurturing nature of the tight-knit community which care for and celebrate their elders, and the value such interactions bring to all involved.

But even for those living farther afield, face-to-face contact can yield advantages – even through something as routine as a family meal. One study which surveyed the eating habits of Minnesota teens at age 12 and substance use five years later found that girls who regularly ate with their families at the beginning of middle school had half the odds of others their age of drinking, smoking and regularly using marijuana at 17. Another study which tracked 18,000 American adolescents determined that it was face-to-face interaction – not shared meals per se – that was protective.

“Eating together is simply a focused – often the only – way

many parents connect with their kids,” Pinker wrote. “The more engaged and less embattled the parenting, the stronger the connection between eating together and reduced rates of depression, delinquency and substance abuse later.”

Pinker also explores the protective benefits offered by marriage – particularly for men.

Men who are single or divorced are 250 per cent more likely to die prematurely than married men at any age. She also writes that the risk of an older married man dying within months of his wife increases by 30 to 90 per cent, a phenomenon known as “the widowhood effect.”

“For men, often the only person they have in their networks is their wives who they confide in, and when that’s taken away they have absolutely no one.

They’re immunologically naked,” Pinker said. “They might have a few friends, but let’s face it: most men when they get to a certain stage in adulthood, a lot of men don’t groom their relationships the way women do.

“They don’t have their book clubs as often, they don’t go and have ladies’ lunches.

They’re not the ones organizing the holiday dinners. In general, they’re riding along and benefiting from the women’s networks, so that if a woman disappears from their life all of a sudden from death or illness or divorce, their whole social

network disappears. Whereas women are a little better buttressed because … they tend to put more emphasis on making sure they’re in touch with everybody.”

Pinker has embraced her own village, making a concerted effort to engage with and talk to neighbours. While she used to exercise alone, she now does so as part of a team, an experience she said has enriched her life.

After learning a team member’s husband had been diagnosed with cancer and was “not in a good way,” Pinker felt it was important to reach out to her. Even as the author was busy packing for a book tour, she was preparing a chicken dinner to take to the woman’s home.

“Not everybody believes that the digital connection isn’t good enough. I mean, I think it’s great, but it’s just not good enough for me. I make the effort to meet people.”

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Collaborative exhibit strikes a chord Painting, sculpture, jewelry and more are tied together through the theme of music

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Above, Donald Watt is one of the artists participating in Sonata. Left, one of Watt’s pieces, Annie is Going to Sing Her Song, is now on display at the Yukon Artists @ Work Co-op Gallery.

Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter

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he latest exhibition at Yukon Arts @ Work was born out of crisis.

The space had been reserved for glass worker Jeanine Baker, but a couple months before opening day, an accident kept her from her work long enough that she couldn’t finish all the pieces as planned.

So fellow artists in the co-operative stepped up to fill the gaps. It was a fitting conclusion for a gallery where all members must pitch in to help with sales and daily operations.

The resulting collaboration is called Sonata, a collection of works from 14 artists representing a third of YAAW’s membership.

The pieces, which include

painting, sculpture, jewelry and more, are tied together through the theme of music.

Donald Watt, one of the contributing artists, also hung the show.

“We will from time to time have group shows, and we’ll plan a theme, and it’s well out in advance and everyone knows and works towards it,” he said. “But this pulled together in a couple of months, and I think it’s very successful.

“I always hesitate hanging group shows, because you have such a variety of shapes and sizes, colours and pieces, that sometimes it’s hard to make it look good. But this show came together very nicely. The colour patterns worked, the shapes worked, and the wide variety of pieces actually make it quite nice.”

materials.

Watt’s contributions are four sky-blue, scowling, saggy-breasted, dancing fairies sculpted from clay and mounted on wood.

He has, in the past, picked song titles to name his creatures. That already fit with the musical theme, so these latest fairies were named exclusively Indeed, themes of colour for songs with the word “song” and symbolism jump out in the title. from the walls as if they had “Annie’s Going to Sing Her been carefully mapped out in Song,” one of them is called. advance.

“Dead Boyfriend’s Song” is Birds, and ravens in paranother. ticular, feature in many of the Watt’s fairies come from works. stories told by his Irish grand“It’s the music of the birds,” mother about the creatures said Watt. “In Yukon, the birds that creep beyond the end of speak and the birds sing and the garden. the birds are very vocal up “We shouldn’t play beyond here.” the trimmed edge of the yard,” Musical instruments, specif- she would say, “if you went ically guitars and others of the deeper into the back it was stringed variety, also leap from dangerous.” the artwork.

If you ventured further, the Jeanine Baker’s fused glass fairies might capture you and “Mandolin” is easy to miss on take you to their underground the first pass, hanging above caverns, said Watt. eye level near the entrance to “Fairy land is traditionthe room, but it is perhaps the ally under a burrow or under piece that best ties the exhibit a burial mound, in the old neatly together. Indeed, that country. In the back of the piece was chosen to reprewoods, they were inside mushsent Sonata on promotional room circles. If you ever see

a circle of mushrooms, you never step in the centre of it because that’s the entrance to the fairy world.

“If you ate any food in there, you were there for life.

You just became their property.

“It stuck with me over the years, and I always sort of wondered what these fairies looked like, and what would it be like to be captured by these fairies?”

In a reversal of sorts, it is now Watt who has captured the fairies of his imagination, giving them freedom only at the whim of his creative fingertips.

“Who knows what a fairy can do, will do, how big they are, what they look like? These are creatures that have been bouncing around in my head for 60 years or 65 years,” he said.

“They live in my head, and I’m slowly letting them get out.”

Sonata runs through Oct. 13 at Yukon Arts @ Work, 120 Industrial Rd. The gallery is open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Contact Jacqueline Ronson at jronson@yukon-news.com

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Nova Scotia could miss economic opportunity with fracking ban: finance minister Canadian Press TORONTO ova Scotia could be missing out on an economic opportunity by banning highvolume hydraulic fracturing, federal Finance Minister Joe Oliver warned Thursday after the province decided to indefinitely prohibit fracking for onshore shale gas.

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Oliver argued that fracking has been going on in several provinces for decades without any contamination of drinking water.

However, he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t point out that the Nova Scotia ban specifically applies to high-volume fracking, which requires far more water than conventional fracking and has been around

for less than a decade. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fracking has been going on in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan for over 50 years,â&#x20AC;? he said at a news conference in Toronto. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been 175,000 wells drilled using fracking and not a single case of drinkable water contaminationâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;So the record is long, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

clear, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unambiguous and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unblemished.â&#x20AC;?

The Nova Scotia government announced Wednesday it will ban high-volume hydraulic fracturing for onshore shale gas, saying residents have been clear that they are not comfortable with the practice. The Liberal government cited a study

by Canadian scientists that

concluded significant uncertainty remains on risks to the environment and human health despite frackingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s potential economic benefits.

The decision prompted criticism from industry groups, which insist the process is safe and could bring big financial payoffs.

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Indeed, the Canadian literary Her flights of fictional fancy icon eschews the phrase â&#x20AC;&#x153;short take a macabre turn in â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Dead storiesâ&#x20AC;? in describing the nine Hand Loves You,â&#x20AC;? a tale within a pieces of fiction that make up Stone tale about a severed appendage beMattress (McClelland & Stewart), longing to a jilted lover rising from preferring instead to refer to them the grave to take revenge; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lusus as â&#x20AC;&#x153;tales.â&#x20AC;?

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But among the more rootedin-reality entrees in Stone Mattress, due out Tuesday, is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Alphinlandâ&#x20AC;? and two companion pieces, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Revenantâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dark Lady,â&#x20AC;? which centre around three people â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a female fantasy novelist, a male poet and the woman who came between them during their heady youth in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;60s â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as they try to navigate the ignominious realities of their senior years.

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out on foot from her home on treacherously slippery roads to buy salt but reverts to sprinkling kitty litter when she discovers the local convenience store has run out of the de-icer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I did put that kitty litter on my steps and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m still getting it off,â&#x20AC;? laughs Atwood, who was in her Toronto home when the storm hit but didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lose power as did so many residents in and around the city. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were very lucky. Things were toppling all around us at the end of street, but we were spared,â&#x20AC;? she recalls, likening the neighbour-

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A cruise to the Canadian Arctic â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;We love it,â&#x20AC;? she says, referring to her longtime partner, writer Graeme Gibson â&#x20AC;&#x201C; was the genesis for the title story, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stone Mattress.â&#x20AC;?

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Atwood and Gibson were gathered with some fellow excursionists when the idea for the tale was born: â&#x20AC;&#x153;You know how you sit around â&#x20AC;&#x201C; here again itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of the tale-telling behaviour of human beings â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and we were speculating how would you murder somebody on this boat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Graeme, being of a devious criminal mind,â&#x20AC;? she quips, â&#x20AC;&#x153;had it all figured out quite quickly, what you would need to do. You obviously couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t murder someone on the boat, and then somehow store them on it. You wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get away with it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So the stipulation was how to murder them while on the trip but not get caught.â&#x20AC;?

Playing an elemental role in the tale are stromatolites â&#x20AC;&#x201C; fossilized mounds of algae that created the first oxygen in our atmosphere almost two billion years ago. The word stromatolite means â&#x20AC;&#x153;stone mattress,â&#x20AC;? so-called because of its pillow-like shape.

Not only did Atwood give a stromatolite a pivotal part in the story, she also brought one home as a souvenir. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got it in my kitchen. I asked permission from the good-looking young geologist,â&#x20AC;? she cheekily confesses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re important because they created the oxygen that we are breathing,â&#x20AC;? says the author of 50-plus novels, short fiction, poetry and non-fiction works, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also an avowed environmentalist.

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Still, she wonders how Canada and its already overburdened health system will cope with a demographic inexorably tilting toward the grey side.

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today, which is weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re demographically top-heavy,â&#x20AC;? explains Atwood. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are more people of a certain age than there are young people with jobs, who are going to be paying enough taxes to sustain the health-care system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So that is a problem. Burning down an old-age home isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the solution I propose, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always been true that if Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m thinking about something, so is somebody else.â&#x20AC;?

What Atwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thinking about now is completing her next book for publication, putting a work of fiction that had been serialized online into novel form. At this point, she doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to reveal the title of the work, which will come out

next year.

When thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s completed, she will move on to her next literary undertaking, revisiting â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Tempestâ&#x20AC;? in novel form as part of the Hogarth Shakespeare Project.

Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best-known writer is among a number of international novelists of different genres whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been asked to reimagine their favourite play from the Bardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s canon.

The program will launch in 2016 to mark the 400th anniversary of the playwrightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s death.

She chose his final work because â&#x20AC;&#x153;it has so many unresolved questions.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mine, of course, will not be on an island in the Mediterranean in

the 17th century.â&#x20AC;?

So where will it be set? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not telling you. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a secret,â&#x20AC;? she says coyly.

But first, the celebrated and much-travelled author is off to Europe for the publication in France, Italy and Greece of â&#x20AC;&#x153;MaddAddam,â&#x20AC;? the final novel in her dystopic trilogy that began with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oryx and Crakeâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Year of the Flood.â&#x20AC;?

October will see her in London for the release of Stone Mattress.

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Bill Murray says Toronto premiere of St. Vincent brought him to tears Nick Patch Canadian Press

TORONTO ill Murray says the Toronto International Film Festival premiere of his new comedy St. Vincent brought him to tears.

Seated next to co-stars Naomi Watts, Melissa McCarthy, Chris O’Dowd and young Jaeden Lieberher as well as writer-director Ted Melfi at a Sunday morning media gathering, Murray recalled the surprisingly deep emotional reaction elicited by the film’s debut this week.

“I think we were all moved by the response of the audience,” said Murray, dressed rather conservatively in a navy sweater vest, an oxford shirt and slacks. “We’ve all sort of seen the movie at one stage or another on the way to being finished … and the final work that Ted did on it, he really cleaned it up. It really motored. It really rolled.

“It affected me. … I think we all got emotional from it. I was crying. And I realized that if the lights come up and I’m crying, my career is finished. But it was like that.”

While the screening left Murray in tears, he left Sunday’s press assemblage in stitches – gleefully tearing into his director, unfortunate journalists and even his (absent) actor brother Brian Doyle Murray, with his sharpened-to-a-stake sardonic wit.

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He wrested control of the conference early, when Watts – resplendent in a creamcoloured blouse – was discussing the work that went into lo-

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cating her prostitute character’s impenetrable Russian dialect.

Soon, Murray sighed audibly and let his eyes roll skyward.

“Are you bored?” Watts asked him, smilingly distracted.

Murray nodded before purring off-mike: “Just keep talking.”

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ray about drawing a “throughline” through his impressive filmography – St. Vincent, after all, represents another film where Murray interacts with a much-younger co-star (this time in the pre-adolescent Lieberher).

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accent right now,” he deadpanned to resounding laughter.

“I also want to say that was some of the most polite morning applause I’ve ever heard,” he said, turning his attention to the audience of journalists.

“Let’s get our baseline understanding here – that was much appreciated.”

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 the question. Sort of.

“Your question is stultifying. I’m frozen. … (But) you had a question and I’m sure you meant it,” he added wryly.

“If there’s a through-line in my work I’m glad that you have found it.

“I’m sorry. It’s early. It’s a long day ahead of us. You get to go home or to a bar or something but we have to work.

We’re going to take it easy here.”

He certainly didn’t take it easy on Melfi. A few days after drolly commenting that Melfi was “nobody” during a Q-andA with Toronto moviegoers, he managed to fire a few more arrows at the first-time filmmaker.

First, he chastised the moderator for beginning the session by directing a question to Melfi, cracking: “(I) deeply regret that you began with Ted because it put us off on the wrong foot.”

Later, Lieberher (cutely clad in a bowtie) said that the most challenging part of his role was a four-page speech in the script that he had to deliver to an auditorium of onlookers.

“What kind of a director gives a 10-year-old a four-page speech? A sadist. A sadist and a monster,” Murray interjected.

“And then shoots 51 angles of tracking shots? Only a first-time director would do something so foolish.

“Do they have child labour laws?”

To prepare for the scene, meanwhile, Lieberher said Murray guided him in meditation. Asked what specific kind

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“It worked, didn’t it? Come on,” Murray replied.

“We just put our heads down on chairs and then closed our eyes,” Lieberher explained.

The film casts Lieberher as the impressionable next-door neighbour of Murray’s titular crank, a gleefully bad influence who nevertheless looks after the boy (reluctantly and for a price) while his mother (McCarthy) toils away at a demanding job.

Although Murray complained about the early-hour nature of the conference, once he got warmed up he didn’t seem to want to stop. When a moderator warned the gathering that the next question would be the last, Murray asked for a “couple more,” lamenting: “We woke up for this.”

Specifically, he wanted the journalists to spread the wealth to his castmates, who hadn’t received as much attention. But when one of the scribes then polled the rest of the cast for “Bill Murray stories,” he rolled his eyes and once again steered the situation.

“That was nice of you. Really generous of you. Can we have this woman removed?” he declared to peals of laughter. “Let’s try another question. You’re on probation.”

After the conference was over, Murray ventured into the crowd to find the journalist, muss her hair and take a photo together.

“Do you know how to hurt feelings or what?” Murray asked her with a smile.

Given the comic credentials of the starry film’s cast, however, each did find a time to shine. O’Dowd, the Irish star of Bridesmaids and Girls, jumped in when a journalist asked Melfi why he was wearing a New York Yankees hat and not one memorializing his hometown Brooklyn Dodgers.

“That was the journalist from Vogue,” O’Dowd cracked, taking a similarly irreverent approach to a question about his sharing scenes with kids in the film.

“I think one thing I’ve learned in my years is that kids are idiots,” he replied. “I’ve never met a kid I liked.”

McCarthy, meanwhile, was queried on whether she had a traumatic experience with a bad neighbour.

“I’m still in litigation,” she replied.

“I lived next door to peacocks,” Murray then contributed. “And when peacocks mate in the summer, they go all night long and it sounds like crying babies. It’s the most disturbing thing. You bolt awake in the night.”

Really, the actors were content to put on a show – a fact which Murray laid bare after, of all things, a question about the 30th anniversary of his blockbuster comedy Ghostbusters.

“Well, Ghostbusters paid for my children’s college education, which means that they can flunk out much earlier than they would have if they had to pay their own way,” he replied.

“That was such a big experience for me. It was more than I could handle. I had to leave town, move away, get out of the

country.

“Back then, movies, we didn’t take them so seriously. It wasn’t such a serious business. We used to do them for fun and because we liked the work. Back then we really had a lot of fun and working with that group – Harold Ramis and Danny (Aykroyd) and Ivan (Reitman), Annie Potts and (Rick) Moranis – these were all just people you’d love to be trapped with for a couple months. Really, true hilarity all the time.

“You could feel free to try anything you wanted to do and perform for each other,” he added. “Just perform for each other all the time. And when you do that, it’s a gas.

“We’re performing for each other this morning right here.

You’re just stuck with us. We’re amusing the hell out of ourselves.”

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LIFE Home is where the school is Homeschooling is seeing a surge in the Yukon

Alistair Maitland/Yukon News

The Kaiser children do their schoolwork in what they call the Kaiserschule. The children, ages between 5 and 13, have been homeschooled all their lives.

Myles Dolphin News Reporter

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t’s 2 p.m. at Christina Kaiser’s home and her six children are sitting around a large kitchen table.

It’s snack time. There are enough cantaloupe slices, cheese and crackers to feed a small army. And the army’s hungry, asking for seconds and thirds.

The kids have been done school for almost two hours now. They didn’t come home early by bus – in fact, they never left the property.

Kaiser homeschools her children. They spend the morning studying various subjects, and they practise their instruments and play in the afternoon.

The home’s basement is a veritable playroom of learning.

On one wall it says Kaiserschule, German for the Kaiser School, in bright blue letters.

There are maps of the solar system, Canada and the world on other walls. A large dresser overflows with educational books.

The children’s desks are lined up in a row, and it really

does look like a traditional classroom.

“I’m there when they take their first step, so why wouldn’t I be there when they learn the alphabet?” Kaiser said about homeschooling.

“We’re a 90-minute school bus ride away. I wasn’t interested in having the kids spend three hours on a bus every day. I love being with my kids and I couldn’t imagine being apart from them all day.”

Kaiser and her husband made German the children’s first language. When they became proficient enough, she started teaching them English.

The youngest in the family are five-year-old twins in Grade 1. They already speak English fluently. One of them jumps onto the chair next to a keyboard and plays an impromptu rendition of Mary Had a Little Lamb.

The oldest is 13 and in Grade 8 this year. She’s already learning a third language, French.

Kaiser, treasurer for the Yukon Home Education Society, Christina Kaiser helps one of the twins with her school work. has been homeschooling for the family and Yukon’s Educa- ing for the family. One day, about nine years now. tion Department.

Kaiser ran into someone from Until two years ago, there was no connection between That also meant no fundthe department who told her

Alistair Maitland/Yukon News

it was mandatory to have her kids registered in their system.

“I knew we could sign them

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 up but no one said it was mandatory,” she said.

“So we decided that we should sign them up. Last year was the first year the government actually provided funding to homeschoolers. There is money and resources available to us now, which is nice.”

The government now provides a $1,200 allowance to homeschooling families that register with Yukon Education, according to department spokesperson Mark Hill.

Last year, 141 students registered with the department, Hill said, with 16 more likely to be added this year.

“It’s not a perfect system and it doesn’t cover all the costs, but it’s a start,” Kaiser said.

Between 20 and 30 families, or close to 60 children, are part of the home education society.

They organize a lot of activities, such as swimming lessons, to get children together.

The department funds the lessons, since it doesn’t have to cover the cost of a student’s bus ride to school, roughly the equivalent.

Kaiser said the society is still working to establish a better working relationship with the department.

“We just have to figure out how to help them,” she said.

“It’s a learning curve for everyone.”

Her children will also soon get the opportunity to interact with other students through the Internet.

Kaiser signed them up with the Heritage Christian Online School, an independent distance education program Yukon Education provides funding for.

A teacher will be responsible for following the progress of Kaiser’s children, which means she’ll have an official record she can provide to the department at the end of the school year.

“I want my children to have a regular diploma with credits towards university, if they want to do that,” she said.

“This way they can do that.

If I don’t like it (the program), I’ll stop.”

In Dawson City, another society is helping families who homeschool their children.

Erica Renaud is chair of the Klondike Home Education Association.

Her children are in Kindergarten, Grade 3 and 6, with the oldest two using a mix of home education, cross-enrolment and full-time school attendance.

The oldest does creative writing, music, math, Spanish, marine biology, English and history at home, but studies Han, the language of the local First Nation, and French at school.

The middle child does English, music, math and cursive at home and takes gym at school.

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One of the youngest Kaisers, who is one of the twin sisters, practises the piano.

The youngest goes to kindergarten full-time.

At home, the children learn science, art, equine science, quilting and cooking.

Renaud said it was important for her daughter in Grade 3 to be around other girls her own age.

“The cross-enrolment was very important to her, to continue to be part of that group,” she said.

“In Dawson there are only seven girls born in her year.

These are the same kids that are at soccer and the afternoon school programming. If you’re in a bigger city you may have different sets of friends.

She’s with the same girls and maintaining those relationships has been important for her.”

Renaud and her husband used to live in Alberta. Homeschooling worked well for them, their schedule and the family dynamic.

“People homeschool for such varied reasons,” she said.

“We lived in a small town and it would have been a half hour ride for my daughter to go to school.”

The Klondike Home Education Association was created last year, and is still in the early stages of putting together programming for the next school year.

Last year, they were able to set up 90 minutes of gym time for homeschooling families per week and cross-country skiing outings.

There have been discussions of music groups this year and interacting with community

There are benefits and drawbacks to homeschooling, said Nanette Borud, born and raised in Whitehorse.

She wasn’t progressing naturally in Grade 1, so her mother decided to homeschool her and Borud’s older sister.

“I homeschooled until high school and loved it,” she said.

“What I enjoyed most was the amount of time I was able to spend outside, the friendships I had within the homeschool community and the flexibility of learning in the best way suited for me. I was also able to come out of my shyness and build confidence in myself.”

Public school can be overwhelming for some kids, she added.

Borud and her husband are now considering homeschool for their young son. They may try it out to see if he enjoys it.

For the Kaiser family, the pros of homeschooling far outweigh the cons.

Kaiser admits it can be time consuming, expensive and frustrating at times, but she’d never give it up.

“There are days when I Alistair Maitland/Yukon News think, ‘If they were in school The eldest Kaiser, Emma, works through one of her exercises.

I’d have a clean house,’” she Her favourite subjects are French and English. said.

“But I do love this. I never “A few years ago there artists at workshops. have to pack lunches for my Twelve families and roughly weren’t many homeschoolers kids or go to teacher and parin the Yukon. There was one 20 kids were part of the assoent meetings. We have days ciation last year, or roughly 10 guy at the department who where I say, ‘Today is potato took registrations. But in the per cent of Dawson’s student harvest day,’ and they help me last few years there has been a in the garden. School is more population, Renaud said. surge in the amount of people than just math and letters.”

“The system is changing a homeschooling in the terrilot and there are challenges,” Contact Myles Dolphin at tory.” she said. myles@yukon-news.com

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Rights group says mandatory minimums cost billions but don’t reduce crime James Keller Canadian Press

VANCOUVER ttawa’s push to implement mandatory minimum sentences is potentially adding billions of dollars in costs to the criminal justice system without reducing crime or making the public safer, says a report released Monday by a British Columbia-based rights group.

Instead, the B.C. Civil Liberties Association’s report says longer prison sentences can actually make inmates more likely to re-offend while disproportionately affecting marginalized groups.

The report adds to criticism that has followed the shift to mandatory minimums. The Conservative government has doubled the number of offences that carry compulsory sentences in less than a decade as part of its tough-on-crime agenda.

“The research shows that mandatory minimum sentences are ineffective at deterrence, they have no demonstrated effect on reducing crime and they do nothing to enhance public safety,” the report’s author, Raji Mangat, told a news conference

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in Vancouver.

“A just, proportionate sentence cannot be one-size-fitsall.”

In fact, Mangat said research has found offenders who serve longer sentences in prison are more likely to commit crimes once they are released.

The Conservatives have added dozens of mandatory minimum sentences, from drug and gun crimes to sex offences.

The Canadian Bar Association says there are now at least 57 offences that carry mandatory minimums, up from 29 in 2005.

An omnibus bill passed in 2008 added three-year minimum sentences to several gun offences, including possession of a loaded firearm and gun trafficking.

More mandatory sentences were imposed in 2012 with the passage of the Safe Streets and Communities Act, which added minimums for growing small numbers of marijuana plants and added or increased minimum sentences for offences related to child exploitation.

With each addition of new mandatory minimum sentences, advocacy groups and political opponents warned the federal government was moving in

Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press

B.C. Civil Liberties Association counsel Raji Mangat, author of a report on the costs of mandatory minimum sentencing, speaks about the report during a news conference in Vancouver, B.C., on Monday.

the wrong direction. Critics of such sentences have included the Canadian Bar Association and the Canadian Psychological Association, among others.

Provincial governments such as Ontario and Quebec have also raised concerns about the increased costs to courts and provincial jails.

Mangat said the federal government has never provided a detailed accounting of just how much mandatory minimum

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sentences are costing taxpayers as more offenders spend longer periods of time in custody. She said the total cost is likely in the billions, particularly when such sentences are combined with other changes that have reduced credit for time served before trial and eliminated conditional sentences for some offenders.

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mandatory minimums eliminate the ability of judges to use their discretion to ensure a sentence fits the crime.

“Judges are expert, front-line justice workers,” she said. “They hear all of the evidence and they are best placed to consider the circumstances of the offender and the offence to craft a sentence that is just in all of the circumstances.”

She also said such sentences have a disproportionate affect on groups such as aboriginals, the mentally ill, people with addictions and women.

Justice Minister Peter MacKay did not make himself available for an interview.

His press secretary, Clarissa Lamb, sent an emailed statement that defended the government’s use of mandatory minimum sentences, though she ignored questions about the findings of Monday’s report.

She noted previous Liberal governments have also introduced mandatory sentences for some crimes.

“It is our job to give guidance to the judiciary on maximum penalties, as well as on minimum penalties that address the sentencing objectives of denunciation, deterrence, and incapacitation and, therefore, contribute to both public safety and improved confidence in the justice system,” the email said.

“For certain offences, our government firmly believes that a minimum period of incarceration is justified. Canadians lose faith in the criminal justice system when they feel that the punishment does not fit the crime.”

Lamb did not respond to the report’s conclusions that mandatory minimum sentences do not deter crime or that they disproportionately affect disadvantaged groups.

The Supreme Court of Canada is scheduled to hear a pair of cases related to mandatory minimum sentences this fall.

The cases stem from Ontario Court of Appeal decisions last year that found government changes to mandatory sentences for unlawful gun possession are constitutional.

Eric Gottardi, a lawyer who chairs the criminal section of the Canadian Bar Association, said if the federal government is determined to press ahead with its mandatory minimums, the law should at least include provisions to handle cases in which a minimum sentence is clearly not justified.

“In my view, that’s a more realistic option for a political party that wants to make the criminal justice system a bit more rational than it is now,” he told Monday’s news conference.

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Canada should reward teachers who improve student achievement: report Maria Babbage Canadian Press

TORONTO new study out of the Fraser Institute contends that financial bonuses and other incentives for teachers should be based on student achievement if Canadians want to remain competitive on the world stage.

The report from the conservative-leaning, non-partisan thinktank makes the argument that just as other professionals receive performance-based bonuses, so too should teachers who improve student performance.

The reportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s author, Vicki Alger, said from Vancouver that while Canada gets good grades in overall student performance relative to other countries, it canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford to rest on its laurels.

Alger noted there are large discrepancies across the provinces and territories, as well as chronic achievement gaps between aboriginal and nonaboriginal students.

And she warned that the current generation will be up against other countries that have developed successful incentive pay programs that are improving student achievement. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The time to act is now â&#x20AC;Ś the world is only getting more competitive,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Her report points out that public school teacher salaries are currently based on seniority and credentials, which donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a demonstrable effect on improving student performance.

The study looked at 10 examples of teacher incentive pay programs around the world â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including the United States, Europe, South America, Africa, India and Israel. And it found the ones that rewarded teachers primarily or solely based on student achievement were more successful than those that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, or failed to clearly define expectations.

Some programs gave teachers annual bonuses as well as higher base pay year after year, while others made ongoing improvements in student achievement the primary condition for moving up the salary scale. The report concluded that in some cases, incentive pay programs were more cost-effective at raising student achievement than increased funding or decreasing class sizes.

To build a successful program, the report says policy-makers must collaborate with teachers on clearly defining what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re expected to do, provide rigorous and customized professional development â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which Canada can do because that education policy is determined locally â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ensure that all teachers have a fair chance of earning and receiving rewards, and create a culture of continuous improvement for

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all teachers based on reward for success or consequence for failure.

But governments have to commit to it. Such programs need long term, reliable funding which will encourage teachers to put in the extra effort year after year. The report suggests that funds already earmarked for across-the-board pay increases could be redirected as incentive payments that would become part of a teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; permanent base pay.

It adds that targeting salary increases towards teachers who raise student achievement would be cost-effective and fair to both taxpayers and teachers as cashstrapped provinces struggle to curb costs amid teacher contract negotiations.

More than 40,000 teachers in British Columbia went on strike in mid-June and delayed the start of the school year for the first time in the provinceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, with the government citing wages as a major hurdle in the dispute.

Alger acknowledged that some unions may reject the idea of incentive pay, but she stressed that teachers must have a say for the program to work â&#x20AC;&#x201C; noting that when it was imposed in Bolivia

student achievement declined. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think a balanced policy debate where everyone has an equal voice at the table and student achievement is at least the primary factor, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your starting point for a successful program,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Some experts were dubious about the purported merits of incentive pay programs.

Wayne Ross, an education professor at the University of British Columbia, said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s based on flawed assumptions, such as extra pay will motivate teachers to work harder. Such schemes have failed in many jurisdictions, he said.

Pay for performance tries to reduce teaching, learning and education â&#x20AC;&#x153;to this simple idea that some external reward is going to change the way people behave, that money is the driving factor,â&#x20AC;?

Ross said from Vancouver.

Education isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like a business, said Annie Kidder of People for Education, an Ontario-based watchdog. Teaching is important, but there are many other factors that contribute to how well students do in school, such as socioeconomic conditions and mental-health issues. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Canada has quite a successful education system compared to

all other systems in the world,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no evidence even looking at the students that are struggling that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the teaching thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the problem.â&#x20AC;?

Improving classroom learning conditions and ensuring reasonable workloads for teachers would make a big difference in the system, said Dianne Woloschuk, president of the Canadian

Teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Federation. Woloschuk doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe that money motivates teachers or improves student performance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Teachers enter into the profession for more altruistic reasons,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They enter the profession because they want to make a difference in the lives of kids and they want to help children.â&#x20AC;?

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Monsour said his business, which has operated for eight years, has absolutely no affiliation to Ottawa Valley Cleaning and Restoration or any of its staff. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are a reputable business â&#x20AC;Ś weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just normal, decent people,â&#x20AC;? he said.

He spent about four to five hours on Tuesday responding to the flood of emails to correct the record, Monsour said. He also used Twitter for the first time to clear his companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, quoting some of the comments heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s received.

One called him a â&#x20AC;&#x153;racist loser,â&#x20AC;? another an â&#x20AC;&#x153;idiotâ&#x20AC;? who should â&#x20AC;&#x153;cough up that $8,000.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;They make me feel upset,â&#x20AC;? he

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Ottawa Valley Carpet Cleaning is one of eight divisions of his company, Home Service Group Inc., which provide different services, from duct cleaning to gas appliance installation, Monsour said. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not concerned for his safety, but he is worried that it may affect his business, although that hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happened so far. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m trying to fend it off before it affects me and affects my staff and their livelihood, because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty serious,â&#x20AC;? he said, adding that he has about 16 employees of â&#x20AC;&#x153;all races, all beliefs.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just looking at saying, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You know what? Back off, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not us.

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After Bouraoui was denied the job in 2013, he said he was told by a man named Jesse to â&#x20AC;&#x153;try learning English you will have better luck I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hire foreners (sic) I keep the white man working,â&#x20AC;? according to the tribunal.

Another text told Bouraoui â&#x20AC;&#x153;go file a complaint he will probably be a white man and he will probably laugh at you and tell you to go away.â&#x20AC;?

The tribunal said it found â&#x20AC;&#x153;multiple violationsâ&#x20AC;? of Bouraouiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rights under the Human Rights Code.

Ottawa Valley Cleaning and Restoration â&#x20AC;&#x153;persistently ridiculed the applicant because of his race, colour and place of originâ&#x20AC;? and Bouraoui was â&#x20AC;&#x153;deeply hurt, shocked and humiliatedâ&#x20AC;? by the comments, Genevieve Debane wrote in her decision. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Though the applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interactions with the respondent were of a very short duration, the contents of the text messages sent to the applicant are not only discriminatory but they are egregious and abusive in nature.â&#x20AC;?

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Low fat? Low carb? Study says either diet approach will work if you follow it Helen Branswell Canadian Press

TORONTO t’s a question that bedevils dieters on a regular basis: Is a low-fat or a low-carb diet the true path to weight reduction?

A new study suggests either will do – so long as you actually work at whichever one you choose.

The study is what is called a meta-analysis; it groups together and reanalyzes data from 48 different randomized trials of various diets.

The work was done by researchers at Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children, McMaster University and a number of other institutions in Canada and the United States.

The authors say that of the so-called branded diets, those that espouse a low-fat or a reduced-carbohydrates approach work better than the others.

But when those two approaches are compared, the results are more or less equal.

“Our research has shown that … low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets result in the most weight loss, about 18 pounds (8.2 kilograms) in six months and 16 pounds (7.3 kg) in 12 months, and there’s very small differences between the two,” says first author Bradley Johnston, a senior scientist at the Hospital for Sick Children’s Research Institute.

“If there’s minimal differences between the diets, both at the brand level and at the diet class level … individuals shouldn’t buy into the latest study that comes out that shows that maybe one diet is better than another.”

The publication of the work – in the Journal of the American Medical Association – is timely. On Monday, a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine reported that people who eschew carbohydrates and eat more fats lose more weight than people who follow a low-fat diet.

Johnston acknowledges it is hard for people to interpret the shifting sands of dietary science. So he and his colleagues set out to try to see what the compilation of studies reveals.

While their study talks about diets by name, Johnston is keen not to appear to be promoting one over the other.

But he says the findings make it clear that these diets can lead to weight loss, if people do the work.

That said, the results were modest. The median weight loss for people following a low-carb diet was nearly nine kilograms at six months; the median loss for low-fat diet followers was eight kilograms.

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At 12 months, both groups slipped a bit – a common occurrence in diet studies – to just over seven kilograms for both types of diets.

“For those who believe that they don’t work, shortterm, this evidence suggests that they do. And we need a lot more research in terms of the long-term effectiveness of

these types of interventions and we need to look closely at adherence,” says Johnston, who began the project while doing post-doctoral studies at McMaster.

“If they’re relatively equal, then you should choose something that you feel that you can adhere to.”

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Freedhoff agrees with that premise.

Freedhoff practises at the Bariatric Medical Institute of Ottawa and is the author of The Diet Fix: Why Diets Fail.

He says it has been clear for quite some time that there is no one single answer.

“The quest for the holy diet is one that society’s been on for quite a long time. And I don’t think there is such a thing, just like I don’t particularly believe in a Holy Grail,” says Freedhoff.

“The key to picking the best diet for a person as an individual is the one they actually like enough to keep living with. …

Ultimately people need to live lives that they enjoy enough to sustain. And the same for sure goes for food and diet.”

He doesn’t believe in weight loss by suffering, saying it simply isn’t sustainable over the long term. And weight shed by cutting carbs or avoiding fat will come back if the intervention is treated as a short-term fix.

“Not enjoying your lowcarb diet versus not enjoying your low-fat diet will have the same likely outcome, which is you quitting your diet down the road,” Freedhoff says.

The study looked only at the ability to lose weight on various diets. It did not examine whether some diets do a better job of reducing cardiovascular disease risks, such as lowering cholesterol. Johnston says that work is currently underway.

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According to Spencer, the cafe is the first of its kind in North America.

But not for long. There are plans to open cat cafes in several cities, including Vancouver and Toronto. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even another one set to open a few blocks away in Montreal.

The crowd of people packed into Spencerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cafe on Sunday suggests thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plenty of demand.

Michelle Lau made the trip from Toronto for the opening weekend. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re big cat lovers and I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait until one opens in our city,â&#x20AC;? said Lau, 24, explaining that she has a dog at home and is reluctant to bring a kitty into the mix. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a nice environment. You sit down, you have a coffee, and you play with the cats.â&#x20AC;?

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Of passenger pigeons and coal-mine canaries tale – about the destructive power of humans. We killed

by DAVID them all. The last wild bird was believed to have been shot SUZUKI in Laurel, Indiana, in 1902.

The lone captive survivor was named Martha; she died at the Cincinnati Zoo 100 years ago, on September 1, 1914.

In some ways, the passenger pigeons’ success led to their demise. According to an artiassenger pigeons were once a remarkable story cle on Yale Environment 360, their abundance made them of nature’s abundance. “the least expensive terrestrial Despite producing only one protein available.” Although chick a year, they were the habitat loss from expanding most numerous bird on Earth, logging and agriculture played sometimes darkening the sky a role, hunting ultimately for hours or even days when wiped them out. they flew overhead.

Birds have long been the “canaries in the coal mine” for But then they told another

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our destructive ways. Extinction of the passenger pigeon sparked the first large environmental movement in the U.S., and led to restrictions on hunting, as well as federal and international regulations to protect migratory birds.

The next great environmental movement was also ignited out of concern for birds. For 20 years after Swiss chemist Paul Muller discovered DDT was extremely effective at killing insects, it was the most widely used insecticide worldwide. But in her 1962 book Silent Spring, Rachel Carson explained how the chemical was also killing birds, and accumulating in the

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Carson’s book inspired me and many others to heed the environmental consequences of our actions, and eventually led to the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

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destroyed or altered, and when food supplies are diminished.

Chemicals such as PCBs, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and pesticides are also killing birds, and, like DDT, also often affect humans.

Our insatiable energy appetite also puts birds at risk.

Reading some energy-related news and blogs, one might conclude wind power is the biggest bird killer. But that’s far from true. Although poorly situated wind farms, especially ones using older turbine technology, do kill birds, it’s an issue that can be addressed to a large extent, as can problems around solar installations where birds have died. By far the largest energy-related bird killers are fossil fuels, especially coal. Heavy metals like mercury and lead from burning coal kill numerous birds – and even change their songs, which can affect their ability to mate and protect territory.

And climate change is affecting many species’ breeding and migratory patterns.

U.S. News and World Report analyzed estimates of how many birds are killed every year by U.S. electricity sources. The numbers are telling: between 1,000 and 28,000 for solar; 140,000 and 328,000 for wind; about 330,000 for nuclear; 500,000 to one million for oil and gas; and a whopping 7.9 million for coal.

According to one recent study, between 12 and 64 million birds a year are also killed in the U.S. by transmission lines.

The article notes that all those numbers pale in comparison to birds killed by domestic cats: from 1.4 to 3.7 billion a year!

Not only do birds fill us with awe and wonder, but they also provide food and feathers, and keep insects and rodents in check. Their ability to warn us of the drastic ways we’re changing the world’s ecosystems and climate and water cycles can’t be ignored.

By working to ensure more species don’t go the way of the passenger pigeon, we’re also protecting ourselves from the effects of environmental destruction.

As individuals, we must conserve energy, shift to cleaner sources and demand that our industrial and political leaders address issues such as pollution and climate change. And we can work to protect wetlands and other bird habitat. We can also join the legions of citizen scientists who are contributing to avian knowledge by posting information to sites such as eBird. org.

It’s not really just for the birds; it’s for all of us.

Written with Contributions from David Suzuki Foundation Senior Editor Ian Hanington. Learn more at www.davidsuzuki.org.

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North slope ravens force researcher to go incognito itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at least a week until the chicks have any feather development.â&#x20AC;?

Because breeding territory is limited in the oilfields, young ravens often leave the North Slope at the end of summer. Prudhoe Bay ravens Backensto captured and fitted with vinyl wing tags have shown up in the village of Beaver on the Yukon River and in Fairbanks and Anchorage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the (Dalton Highway) is an important travel route,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are potential scavenging options along the way.â&#x20AC;?

Backensto said oilfield workers she impersonated while stalking ravens helped her out. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The people that work up here are a fantastic source of info,â&#x20AC;? she

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ome biologists hang from ropes to study birds. Many rise painfully early in the morning. Stacia Backensto disguised herself as a man.

At the time, Backensto worked in the oilfields on Alaskaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s North Slope. Her study subject was ravens, and she took to wearing a moustache because they seemed to recognize her as she roamed the industrial landscape. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of the adults Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve tagged remember me,â&#x20AC;? Backensto, now a biologist for the National Park Service, said at the time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It makes them hard to trap or get close to.â&#x20AC;?

She tried to fool the birds by posing as an oilfield worker. To play the part, she tucked her black hair below a ballcap and wore Carhartts overalls. Thinking that was not enough, she stuck on a fake moustache.

Backensto, a former PhD student with UAFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Regional Resilience and Adaptation Program, studied the ravenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in how oil and gas development affects migratory birds. During her fieldwork, she spent much of her summer at oilfield camps near the Arctic Ocean. Workers there starting noticing ravens as the only bird species during a Christmas Bird Count years ago, and now there can be more than 100 ravens in the dead of winter at Prudhoe Bay. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think there were likely ravens on the North Slope (before oil development), but they werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t breeding with the density and distribution weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeing now,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Though the landfills on the North Slope are clean (workers burn food and cover trash when they truck it around), ravens and other animals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; glaucous gulls, grizzly bears, and arctic foxes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; are there in good numbers because we are there, Backensto said.

Ravens scrounge human food in winter but seek out natural sources when it gets warmer. In summer, they eat lemmings, shrews and the eggs of eiders, geese, and ducks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They make good use of the tundra,â&#x20AC;? Backensto said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to understand their impact on tundra-nesting birds in summer.â&#x20AC;?

About 20 or 25 pairs of ravens nest in the oilfields on drilling rigs, communications towers, and other structures, often using strands of wire and plastic tie straps to build their nests. Pairs

said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A good portion of our study is rooted in talking to people up here, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve really helped me try to trap ravens.â&#x20AC;?

Sometimes those workers walked right by Backensto when she wore her moustache, which she purchased at Party Palace in Fairbanks (she had to defend the expense to an accountant in the Institute of Arctic Biology business office).

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Raven researcher Stacia Backensto disguises herself as an oilfield worker in an attempt to fool ravens she has previously captured.

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The Yukon machine gun battery in the fields of France HISTORY

called into service to bolster the crumbling defensive line. In one engagement with the enemy, a young Lieutenant Lyman Black held the line almost single

by Michael Gates handed, after Sergeant Blaikie, who was assisting, was shot hen war was declared and killed at his side. Reports in August of 1914, after the encounter state that many men stepped he mowed down large numbers forward to volunteer. Thirty of Germans and repelled their five of them joined the Boyle advance.

Machine Gun Battery and left The Yukon men stepped into Dawson City together to much the breach, displaying tremenfanfare on the Steamer Lightdous coolness under terrible ning, destined for Whitehorse, conditions. On the evening of then Vancouver.

March 24, 1918, in the heat of The unit finally crossed the battle, Captain Meurling sent Atlantic aboard the S.S. Megana Yukoner, Private E.B. Mowat, tic, in June of 1915, where as far forward as circumstances they were ultimately posted to would allow in an car filled with Shorncliffe, in southern Engrations to re-provision the maland. They were still there in chine gun emplacements of the December of 1915. One of the Yukon battery. men in the Boyle battery wrote: Private Mowat proceeded at “As a matter of fact, we are all full speed along the road, passed rather ashamed to be here so the gun line, and turned round Yukon Archives, Roy Minter fonds, 92/15: 265/Yukon News long in England, but there seems in No Man’s Land, where he The 50 men of the Boyle Machine Gun Battery spent two years to go into action, but when to be no way of getting machine called to the boys to come and they did, they were involved in almost all of the major Canadian battles of the First World guns with which to equip us.” unload the cart. At once the War. The unit was renamed the Yukon Motor Machine Gun Battery in June of 1916.

In February of 1916, Sam Yukon men clustered round it Steele, soon to be placed in and soon had it unloaded in cleaning weapons and equipwas a major tactical objective on November 10th, a shell hit charge of the Second Division full sight of the enemy and with ment. and buried Lieutenant Black during the Somme Offensive, of the Canadian Expeditionary machine gun bullets flying thick Under constant bombardand fi ve other men.

It took some which lasted from July 1 until Force, assured Joe Boyle that he in the air. They divided up the ment, they suffered from shraptime to dig them out.

At one November18 of 1916. would look after the interests of rations and shared them with nel wounds, exploding shells point while buried, Black could Reporting on the action of the battery and that it was soon famished infantrymen in their and gas attacks.

During combat hear the diggers discussing battle, Captain Harry Meurling, to be sent to France. sector, who hadn’t received raat the Somme, one offi cer was whether it was worth excavatthe commanding offi cer, noted That didn’t happen. In June tions for six days. even overcome by the smoke ing for any more survivors (or that they had expended more of 1916, they were renamed the Each of these battles took emitted by the machine gun in bodies). than a half million rounds of Yukon Motor Machine Gun Batits toll on the brave men of the his emplacement, and had to be Martha Black, his sister-inammunition during one battle. tery, but still remained training law, said that he had nightmares Yukon Company. The ranks He also singled out Privates H.A. hospitalized. in the operation of machine The Yukon Battery saw action for the rest of his life from what were thinned by deaths and inguns, going on marches, under- McCallum and R.V. Cummer, at the Battle of Vimy Ridge. he experienced that day. His re- juries. Some were simply lost in take other training, and waiting. who, as scouts and messengers, Private Lawless, a Mountie who placement was a young Lieuten- the craters of No-Man’s Land. operated under dangerous conFinally, on August 15, nearly The former Boyle Company had at one time been stationed ant Lyman Black, his nephew. ditions.

They both received the two years after the men volunwas eventually melded with The Allied forces eventually teered, they were shipped across Military Medal for their bravery. at Gold Run Creek, near Granother units, including the 17th ville, was killed near Givenchy claimed victory at the Battle of Throughout the winter of the English Channel aboard the Canadian Machine Gun Comby shrapnel at his gun emplacePasschendaele, but the cam1916 and 1917, they remained Nirvana, and were soon stapany, which contained George ment. paign, which lasted four months, tioned near the front. From then close to the front where, if Black and many other Yukon A month later, Private Gilbert claimed a quarter of a million they weren’t in combat, were on, their wish for action was volunteers, to form the 2nd Mowas killed by shrapnel while casualties and missing. more than fulfilled. In October, constantly drilling, receiving tor Machine Gun Brigade. At the taking the village of Fresnoy.

By this time in the war, instruction with machine guns, they were engaged in combat time of this merger, I could recThe fi ghting on the line was the Germans were suffering packing ammunition into gun at Courcelette, in the Somme ognize only nine names of the continuous through June July unsustainable losses.

The Valley. The village of Courcelette belts, doing trench work and original 50 who had signed up and August. Captain Meurling withdrawal of Russia from in Dawson City and Vancouver. noted that more than three mil- the eastern front allowed the Four years before, the Boyle lion rounds of ammunition were Germans to deploy more troops expended during the month to their western Front. Germany volunteers were eager to enter of August. By now, Lieutenant embarked on a final offensive in the field of battle. It took them William Black, brother Commis- March of 1918, hoping to break nearly a year to reach England, and another year to reach the sioner George Black, had been through the Allied lines before This is a reminder to all Yukoners that no awarded the Military Cross for American troops started to flood battle fields of France, but once they arrived there, they were matter where you live in the territory, you gallantry in battle. the battlefront. engaged in one major battle are in bear country. The best way to prevent The month of September kept The German offensive had after another: Courcelette, Vimy a negative encounter with a bear is to minimize household the Yukon battery occupied with the Allied forces retreating for Ridge, Passchendaele, the Gerattractants. Keep garbage and compost secure and out anti-aircraft duties, then during a period of time. The Yukon man offensive of March, 1918, an operation near Passchendaele Machine Gun Battery was of reach. You can also use electric fencing as a safe and Amiens, and Canal du Nord. effective way to protect property and livestock.

Every officer of the Boyle Little Footprints, Big Steps was founded to provide ongoing unit, it is said, and many of the For more tips about how to manage attractants and stay care and protection for the children of Haiti. We welcome and enlisted men were decorated safe in bear country, visit Environment Yukon’s website or for bravery. During my research your local district office. greatly appreciate your support. for this story, I was able to find Please check our website reference to no fewer than 13 Let’s all do our part to help keep bears Boyle men having received the to donate, fundraise or Military Medal. wild and alive.

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Disposing of soiled diaper is not hostess’s duty manded to speak with my supervisor. When she learned that my supervisor was not present, she demanded the phone number for the corporate entity that owns the restaurant, stating that she would

by Judith make a complaint about me.

Miss Manners, how would you Martin have handled her?

GENTLE READER: Without making physical contact.

Expressing concern for the health and hygiene of other customers and employees is perfectly DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am reasonable, as long as it is done a hostess in a family restaurant, politely. If necessary, you can and today I had a couple of young blame health department regulaparents come in with an infant tions. about 7 months old. I seated them Miss Manners would hope that in a lovely booth near the enany corporate entity would agree trance of the restaurant.

– and assures you that she will be To my dismay, they changed none too quick to frequent the estheir baby’s diaper right on their tablishment of one that does not. table. Then, they signaled me to ****** come over, and when I arrived at DEAR MISS MANNERS: their table, the woman held out There’s an urgent situation here the soiled diaper and asked me to regarding this year’s lack of raindispose of it! fall and water shortages. We’re all I said simply, “I don’t have any going to have to cut back and be place to dispose of your baby’s aware of our consumption, or else diaper, but there is a ladies’ room it’s going to get pretty desperate. down the hall.” She was obviously One thing that really bothers annoyed and said, “Oh, come on! me is the habit I see at work where Surely you can put it in one of the certain people will flush the toilet bus trays for us!” before using it, thus wasting close I couldn’t help myself, and to 3 gallons of water with each so I answered, “We don’t want flush! your baby’s soiled diaper in our How can anyone approach bus trays; we cart dishes in those these people in a work situation trays.” without it looking like they’re beShe became furious and deing singled out? It’s very upsetting

MISS

MANNERS

to hear that we can’t grow food while I watch these people at work waste water with each trip to the loo.

GENTLE READER: Put up a sign in the bathroom that says, “Please be mindful of our water shortage and limit your usage as much as possible.” By displaying the sign for all, no individual is singled out.

Miss Manners will politely refrain, however, from inquiring as to how you seem so keenly aware of your co-worker’s flushing habits. ****** DEAR MISS MANNERS: My in-laws have graciously contributed a large amount of money for my husband and me to buy a very nice new car.

(1) How do I respond to people inquiring as to how we are able to afford such a nice car, and (2) How do I thank my in-laws?

GENTLE READER: (1) You don’t. The question is rude and requires nothing more than a weak smile or change in subject.

(2) Profusely.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: The parents of a recent college grad mentioned that she needed a car (to drive to a new job, hopefully) and maybe related family members could pull together and find her suitable transportation.

One thing grew into another – aunts and uncles dropped out of the effort – and I wound up

purchasing her a brand-new car off the dealer lot. I even let her pick the color. Red, of course.

Did I ever get a phone call after she picked up the car? No. Did we create a spoiled brat?

GENTLE READER: Apparently that was already accomplished by parents who taught her that if she wanted something they cannot afford, it would be all right to pressure other people to give it to her.

And amazingly enough, you complied.

But the ingratitude is amazing only because of its dimensions. All presents, big or small, require acknowledgment, despite the claim of the beneficiaries that it is selfish of the giver to expect any such return. And those people must be experts on selfishness.

But Miss Manners notes that your relative, who is old enough to be responsible for her own behavior, is acting not only callously, but also against her own future interests. Whom will she turn to when she wants a yacht? ****** DEAR MISS MANNERS: I received a phone call from a friend who complimented me on my daughter’s wedding invitation.

We spoke briefly; then she shared with me that her husband had just lost his job. She then asked me if it would be all right if they postponed their gift until a later date, when they would be in a better

position financially.

How or what was the best way to handle this? I was totally thrown off guard and had never heard of anyone doing something like this.

My attitude has always been, “If you can’t afford to tip, you shouldn’t be going to a restaurant.” I would have said we are unable to attend the reception due to finances; however, we will be there to see her get married. Am I wrong or being too sensitive?

GENTLE READER: Wrong and insensitive is more like it.

Miss Manners will begin with your etiquette misdemeanors and build up to your crime against the very foundation of manners: (1) You are wrong that wedding presents must be given at the time of the wedding. Anything up to a year afterward is acceptable.

(2) You are even more wrong to believe that presents are a condition of admission to a wedding celebration.

(3) Your reaction to the misfortune of someone you call a friend is so wrong it is frightening. The correct response would have been, “Don’t even think about that. The important thing is that we want you there.”

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

Religious Organizations & Services Whitehorse United Church

Yukon Bible Fellowship

601 Main Street 667-2989

FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH 160 Hillcrest Drive Family Worship: Sunday 10:00am

(Union of Methodist, Presbyterian & Congregational Churches) 10:30 a.m. - Sunday School & Worship Service Rev. Beverly C.S. Brazier

Grace Community Church 8th & Wheeler Street

PASTOR SIMON AYRTON PASTOR RICK TURNER www.yukonbiblefellowship.com

Church Of The Nazarene 2111 Centennial St. (Porter Creek) Sunday School & Morning Worship - 10:45 am

Pastor Dave & Jane Sager 689-4598 10:30 AM FAMILY WORSHIP WEEKLY CARE GROUP STUDIES Because He Cares, We Care.

PASTOR NORAYR (Norman) HAJIAN

The Salvation Army

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Call for Bible Study & Youth Group details

www.whitehorsenazarene.org

311-B Black Street • 668-2327 Sunday Church Services: 11 am & 7 pm EVERYONE WELCOME

Our Lady of Victory (Roman Catholic)

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Confessions before Mass & by appointment.

Monday 7:00 PM Novena Prayers & Adoration Tuesday through Friday: Mass 11:30 a.m.

ALL WELCOME

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668-4079 tlc@northwestel.net Sunday Worship at 10:00 AM Sunday School at 10:00 AM

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EVERYONE WELCOME!

Riverdale Baptist Church 15 Duke Road, Whse 667-6620 Sunday worship Service: 10:30am REV. GREG ANDERSON

www.rbchurch.ca

Quaker Worship Group RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS Meets regularly for Silent Worship.

For information, call 667-4615 email: whitehorse-contact@quaker.ca

Christ Church Cathedral Anglican

1609 Birch St. (Porter Creek) 633-5385 “We’re Open Saturdays!”

Worship Service 11:00 am Wednesday 7:00 pm - Prayer Meeting All are welcome.

4th Avenue & Steele Street • 667-2437 Masses: Weekdays: 12:10 pm.

Saturday 5 pm Sunday: 9 am - English; 10:10 am - French; 11:30 am English

Whitehorse

Bethany Church

Pastor Mark Carroll Family Worship & Sunday School

at 10:30 AM

St. Nikolai Orthodox

Christian Mission

Saturday Vespers 5:00 pm Sunday Liturgy 10:00 am FR. JOHN GRYBA 332-4171 for information www.orthodoxwhitehorse.org

403 Lowe Street Mondays 5:15 to 6:15 PM

Seventh Day Adventist Church

Sunday 10:00am Prayer / Sunday School 11:00 am Worship Wednesday Praise & Celebration 7:30 pm Pastor Roger Yadon

2060 2ND AVENUE • 667-4889

Meditation Drop-in • Everyone Welcome!

www.vajranorth.org • 667-6951

149 Wilson Drive 668-5727

Baptist Church

Vajra North Buddhist Meditation Society

website: quaker.ca

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Rigdrol Dechen Ling,

(Roman Catholic)

Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Early Morning Service 9:00 - 10:00 am Family Service 10:30 am - Noon Filipino Service 4:00 - 5:00 pm Sunday School Ages 0-12

91806 Alaska Highway Ph: 668-4877

4TH AVENUE & ELLIOTT STREET Services Sunday 8:30 AM & 10:00 AM Thursday Service 12:10 PM (with lunch)

668-5530

The World’s Premier Left Hand Path Religion

A not-for-prophet society. www.xeper.org canadian affiliation information: northstarpylon@gmail.com

For more information on monthly activities, call (867) 633-6594 or visit www.eckankar-yt.ca www.eckankar.org ALL ARE WELCOME.

Church of the Northern Apostles

An Anglican/Episcopal Church Sunday Worship 10:00 AM Sunday School during Service, Sept to May

THE REV. ROB LANGMAID 45 Boxwood Crescent • Porter Creek 633-4032 • All Are Welcome

OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM to 12 Noon

Bahá’Í Faith

TAGISH Community Church

Box 31419, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6K8 For information on regular community activities in Whitehorse contact:

Meeting First Sunday each Month Details, map and information at:

whitehorselsa@gmail.com

www.tagishcc.com 867-633-4903

Calvary Baptist

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Meeting Times are 10:00 AM at 108 Wickstrom Road

1301 FIR STREET 633-2886

Northern Light Ministries

Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m.

Pastor L.E. Harrison 633-4089

www.northernlightministries.ca

www.bethanychurch.ca

The Temple of Set

ECKANKAR

Religion of the Light and Sound of God

St. Saviour’s

Anglican Church in Carcross

Regular Monthly Service: 1st and 3rd Sundays of the Month 11:00 AM • All are welcome.

Rev. David Pritchard 668-5530

Dale & Rena Mae McDonald Word of Faith Ministers & Teachers. check out our website!

or call 456-7131 Yukon Muslim Association 1154c 1st Ave • Entrance from Strickland

www.yukonmuslims.ca For further information about, and to discover Islam, please contact: Javed Muhammad (867) 332-8116 or Adil Khalik (867) 633-4078 or send an e-mail to info@yukonmuslims.ca

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Zach Bell finishes ‘hugely successful’ season with Tour de Alberta

Tom Patrick News Reporter

Z

ach Bell’s cycling season had its ups and downs. But the ups far outweigh the downs, he says.

“I feel there was more success than any other year,” said Bell.

“Even though it wasn’t all on my resume, I was a part of more big things on the bike than I had been before. That was pretty cool.”

“I’m into my first or second day of off-season, but I’m excited about next year,” he added.

The Watson Lake cyclist broke his collarbone in a crash in New Mexico at the start of May and was unable to defend his national road race title. But he also captained the SmartStop pro team that made the podium in every event they raced and helped Canada to a medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, over the summer.

Bell and his wife Rebecca also welcomed a daughter, Lucy, in June.

“A pretty big highlight is being able to captain a team that’s been the underdog all year and produced every single time,” said Bell.

“Results-wise, the way we rode in Winston-Salem (Cycling Classic), getting on the podium there at our home race was pretty special.

“Commonwealth Games was special too. I was playing a pretty similar role there with the national team. Considering I had a huge hiatus with the baby and a broken bone, I think this year was hugely successful.”

The 31-year-old capped the season with a pair of strong finishes at the 2014 Tour de Alberta last week.

Bell opened the second annual Alberta tour with eighth place in the event’s prologue in Calgary on Sept. 2.

He completed the fourkilometre time trial – with two

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Watson Lake cyclist Zach Bell races in the Tour de Alberta last week. The captain of the American pro team, SmartStop, is pleased with how his season went.

kilometres of uphill – in six minutes and 21.85 seconds to lead his team and finish as the top Canadian.

“I was pretty familiar with that hill and I had raced on it a few times before,” said Bell.

“I think a few years ago I had the record on that hill – I knew I could go up it OK. So I just tried to do a good time, I paced it well. It was probably the first time in a field of that level I was able to crack the top ten in a time trial, which is good progress. I haven’t really had great time trials this year, so to get one of that quality was good.”

Two days later Bell placed 11th in the 145.3-kilometre Stage 2 from Innisfail to Red Deer.

“Red Deer was just another really good stage for our team and for me in particular,” said Bell. “It was probably one of the best finishes in pro cycling for me (but) timing and communication with teammates didn’t really work out for us … There was some talking back and forth that didn’t really get the point

across.

“It’s just growing pains, really.

The team is still trying to get its feet underneath it.

“To come away from that in 11th place, it’s not a great result.

But considering all the things we screwed up, it was pretty positive.”

Bell finished the Tour 43rd overall out of 75 elite men in the general classification (GC) after five stages spanning 732.8 kilometres.

He placed second for Team SmartStop, based out of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, while teammate Jure Kocjan placed 26th with a third-place finish on Stage 4.

SmartStop finished 10th out of 13 teams in the team GC. But the team is more interested in individual finishes than team standings, said the captain.

“Team GC, it’s not really a consideration, to be honest,” said Bell. “What teams generally look at is what the top place individual is. With a team like ours, we were going to Alberta to get results with individuals on specific stages.

“I had a top 10 and an 11th place, and Jure (Kocjan) was third on one day. For us, that was more the goal we were thinking about. Team GC is a kind of abstract ranking calculated on the top three riders every day … Usually, we’re all working for one guy and then the next two guys are just coming in where they come in.”

SmartStop also fielded a smaller team in the tour, with many of the riders having started back in January. Some of their legs were starting to show the signs of a long season of racing, said Bell.

“Guys were getting tired and it showed on our side a little bit,” he said.

“Every race we entered this year we got a guy on the podium at least one day, and that’s a pretty huge feat,” he added.

The two-time Olympian produced three top-10 finishes, helping a teammate win a medal, on the track at the Commonwealth Games. He rode to fifth in the 40-kilometre points race, to finish as the top Canadian.

Bell also came 14th in the

men’s time trial in road racing at the Games.

“I’ll be looking after the baby for a bit and getting on the mountain bike and hopefully making a trip up there (in Yukon) to do a little bit of work with coaches and kids and stuff,” said Bell.

Zach and Rebecca are continuing to honour the memory of their son Paxton through their Paxton’s Lights of Hope charity.

Through paxtonslights.com, people can purchase candles to benefit the B.C. Women’s Hospital Newborn Intensive Care Unit, which cared for Paxton and his mother before his passing a couple days after birth in 2011.

“Last year people in the Yukon were hugely supportive of that, so the candle company has made special arrangements this year to make sure they can get the stuff to people in the Yukon a lot easier,” said Bell. “Hopefully we can get a lot more support for that again this year.”

Contact Tom Patrick at tomp@yukon-news.com

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Haines Junctionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jason Simasky winds up against Christ the King Elementary at Vanier Catholic Secondary School yesterday. Approximately 250 school children from southern Yukon participated in the Yukon School Athletics Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Elementary Soccer Fest.

Meadow Lakes tourney raises $10K for Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wish Tom Patrick News Reporter

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ukon golfers came together to help grant a wish last Satur-

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Despite some rainy conditions, 11 teams took part in the 2014 Meadow Lakes Charity Golf Tournament at Whitehorseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Meadow Lakes Golf Resort.

The 18-hole, best-ball tourney raised approximately $10,000 for the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wish Foundation of Canada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very happy with 11 teams,â&#x20AC;? said Meadow Lakes general manager Johnny Enns. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The sponsors have been great, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had 15 sponsors, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve really come through. And with the rain like it is today, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great to have 11 teams.â&#x20AC;?

The tournament was first one held in the territory to benefit the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wish Foundation, which grants wishes to children diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Funds are being raised to grant a wish for a child in the Yukon,â&#x20AC;? said Hannah Smith, development coordinator for the foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s B.C. and Yukon chapter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a five-year period in which a child can take their wish.

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Teammates cheer as Mike Fraser sinks an eagle putt during play at the 2014 Meadow Lakes Charity Golf Tournament last Saturday. The tournament raised approximately $10,000 for the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wish Foundation.

They could qualify right now and not take their wish until five years from now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a child that has been referred, her file is with our medical advisory team, so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hoping that sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll qualify for a wish,â&#x20AC;? she added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the very early stages right now, so I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t speak too much to that.â&#x20AC;?

Gerry Desharanais, Kevin Desharanais, Lyle Armstrong and Larry Burton carded a 10-under 62 to win the tournament, pock-

eting club memberships for the 2015 season.

The Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wish Foundation will also host its second annual Whitehorse Wishmaker Walk at Rotary Peace Park on September 20. Registration starts at 10 a.m.

Meadow Lakes has hosted an annual fundraiser tournament to benefit Special Olympics Yukon every summer since 2001.

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U Kon cyclists medal at star-studded Kelowna camp Tom Patrick

with a bronze in the road race for under-13. He also pegged 10th in the time trial. ome young Yukoners “I enjoyed them,” said Muir recently received pointof the races. “They were fun ers from some of the finest and really fast. It didn’t feel cyclists and coaches Canada like a long time to do it.” (and Belgium) has ever pro“I had lots of fun at the duced. camp, the coaches were great, They then had a chance to they were really nice,” he try some of those pointers out added. and hardware followed.

Other U Kon cyclists to Nine members of the U take part in the camp were David Jackson, Cayla Jackson, Kon Echelon cycling club took Lucas Taggart-Cox, Cauis part in the Axel Merckx Youth Taggart-Cox, Micah TaggartSeries camp in Kelowna, B.C., Cox, Ava Irving-Staley and over the Labour Day long Shea Hoffman, who recently weekend. won the sport men division in “Everybody had a really the Tour de Juneau in Alaska. good time and really good “We’re looking for athletes races in each event,” said for the Western Canada SumU Kon coach Trena Irving. mer Games next summer, so if “Having Olympians coach Jody Cox photo/Yukon News there any athletes between the you is pretty darn special.”

U Kon Echelon cyclist Tristan Muir, centre, rounds a corner during a race at the Axel Merckx ages of 14 and 20 with some The camp was hosted by Youth Series in Kelowna, B.C. on the Labour Day weekend. Nine U Kon cyclists received bike experience, they should Belgian Axel Merckx, an get a hold of me,” said Irving.

Olympic bronze medalist and pointers from top Canadian coaches and athletes at the camp.

“It’s road and mountain bike eight-time Tour de France Olympic appearances. doing a camp and you should with a series of races. U Kon’s … I actually do both. Right cyclist. He is also the son of come down because there are Hudson Lucier, 16, raced to Perhaps most exciting for now all we’re doing is mounlegendary five-time Tour de bronze in a six-kilometre time tain bike.” the U Kon team was a surprise kids from the Yukon,’” said France champion Eddy MerBell. “I was just up the road so trial for under-19 riders. He visit by Bell, who happened Irving can be reached at ckx. also placed fifth in a 24-kiloI jumped in the car and was to be in the area on his way to trenairving@gmail.com. U The line-up also included metre road race. down there.

Kon Echelon is a developOlympic cyclist Ron Hayman, the Tour de Alberta.

“It was really cool,” said “I got to say hi and chat Bell saw that his former mental cycling club based in Olympic bronze medalist with some of the Yukon kids. Lucier. “Axel Merckx said Whitehorse that was founded coach, Wooles, had posted Laura Brown, national team at the beginning, ‘We have They were actually racing, so in 2012. Two members of his location in Kelowna to a mountain biker Leslie Tomsome really high-end coaches I got to watch the races and the club, including Hofflinson and Canadian Olympic cycling website. working with you guys and I give them some encourageman, competed at the Canada “So I sent him a message cycling coach Richard Wooles, encourage you to look them ment from the sidelines. It Summer Games last year in and said ‘Are you in town?’ who coached Watson Lake up when you get home.’ One was the opposite situation Quebec. cyclist Zach Bell at his two and he was like, ‘Yeah, I’m of the coaches I got along than normal, I guess.”

“If I didn’t get into the with really well, I looked him club, I probably wouldn’t have “A huge highlight for us SEACANS/ SHIPPING CONTAINERS was getting to see Zach Bell, up and he was the Canadian even cycling today,” said Muir.

20 Foot, Wind & Water Tight, Active Structural Certification. national track coach, which which was wonderful,” said “We do a lot of good training is Zach Bell’s coach. That was with the U Kon club. It’s fun, Irving.

“Having him show DISCOUNTS FOR +GST really cool.” up and surprise us was just it’s a nice crowd, and we just 2 OR MORE U Kon’s Tristan Muir, 12, great.” have a great time riding.”

Limited Supply PLEASE CALL 867.333.0812 Contact Tom Patrick at was another medal winner The camp wrapped up News Reporter

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Kakuro

By The Mepham Group

Sudoku Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku.

This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test!

Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit 1 to 9. For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit www.sudoku.org.uk.

FRIDAY CROSSWORD PUZZLE

To solve Kakuro, you must enter a number between 1 and 9 in the empty squares. The clues are the numbers in the white circles that give the sum of the solution numbers: above the line are across clues and below the line are down clues and below the line are down clues.

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

No difit can be repeated in a solution, so a 4 can only produce 1 and 3, never 2 and 2. © 2013 The Mepham Group. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency. All rights reserved.

WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to spell a word Hint: to deceive or trick.

Puzzle A

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WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to spell a word Hint: to use deception : to trick or cheat

Puzzle B

NCHCIAE CLUES ACROSS 1. Manuscripts (abbr.)

4. Came to grips with 9. Smallest element component 11. Esprit de corps 12. Grandmothers 14. Unhinge and distract 15. Largest municipality in Finland 16. Not win 17. Red Cross work 18. A theatrical performer

19. Renounced under oath 21. Thick center cut of beef tenderloin 23. Cathode-ray oscilloscope 24. Before 25. Negative 26. Paronomasia 27. Mortar trough 28. Swiss river 29. Adornment 36. More dismal

37. Helper 38. The cry made by sheep 39. Ceases to live 40. Give qualities or abilities to 41. Cordialities 43. Alt. spelling of tayra 44. Verb conjugations 45. Furnace product 46. Long & difficult journeys 47. Stallone’s nickname

13. Beget 14. R.I. rebellion 1841 - 1842 16. Wolf (Spanish) 19. State of violent mental agitation 20. A single unit or thing 22. Private secondary schools 25. Persons of no importance 26. A set of two similar things 27. Health Maintenance Organization 28. Brews

29. Comic & actress May 30. States a falsehood 31. A minute amount (Scott) 32. Tropical Asian starlings 33. Stream disturbances 34. Relating to a nerve 35. Agreement between two states 36. Computer game player 38. Large bale of stuffing material 42. Sound expressing disappointment

Rearrange the letters to spell a word Hint: Being dried and withered

Puzzle C

CLUES DOWN 1. An insane person 2. Stem 3. First movement form 4. Warn beforehand 5. Macaws 6. Deliberately misleading story 7. 60120 IL 8. Transfer property 10. 16th C. Fr. poet Clement 11. Adult males (Fr.)

WORD SCRAMBLE EERS LOOK ON PAGE 71, FOR THE ANSWERS

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Two small retail spaces.

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334-5553 SHOP/OFFICE/STUDIO Multi-Use Building with space available to rent Shop/Office/Studio Various sizes, will modify to suit Washroom on site, friendly environment whserentals@hotmail.com Phone 667-6805

3 ROOM suite, McCrae area, fully furnished, includes all utils & satellite TV, $995/mon.

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Beautifully finished office space is available in the Taku Building at 309 Main Street.

This historic building is the first L.E.E.D. certified green building in Yukon. It features state of the art heat and ventilation, LAN rooms, elevator, bike storage, shower, accessibility and more.

Call 867-333-0144 OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE

LOOKING FOR female roommate, downtown house, must be clean, responsible, quiet, heat, electricity, kitchen/laundry facilities & cable are included. N/S, N/P, refs reqʼd, $675/mon. 668-5185 3-BDRM, 2-BATH upper level suite in Crestview, lots of parking space, laundry facilities, available Sept 15th, N/S, refs & dd reqʼd, $1,600/mon + utils. 667-4858 OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 2nd floor of building on Gold Road in Marwell Sizes 180 sqft & 340 sqft Quiet spaces with reasonable rent 667-2917 or 334-7000 FOR LEASE 1/2 of 40ʼ X 60ʼ shop plus yard space in Kulan Good for mechanical or truck driver Available Oct. 1 for 6 months-1 year Phone 333-0717

Above Starbuck’s on Main St. Nice clean, professional building, good natural light. 3 different offices currently available.

Competitive lease rates offered.

1 YEAR LEASE WITH EXTENSION for up to 3 years 40ʼ X 60ʼ shop/yard space Office space and large mezzanine Selling large compressor, welder, professional work benches, tools, etc Available October 1 Phone 333-0717

Sandor@yukon.net or C: 333.9966

3-BDRM DUPLEX, Riverdale, 5 appliances, N/S, N/P, no parties, avail Oct 1, $1,400/mon. 668-2006

3-BDRM 2.5-BATH duplex, Copper Ridge, first floor has big open space, garage, 5 appliances, fenced yard, avail Oct 1, refs & dd reqʼd, $1,650/mon + utils. 334-1907 SMALL 1-BDRM apt, downtown, quiet building, N/P, N/S, no parties, lower level, responsible tenant, refs&dd reqʼd, $775/mon + utils.

334-2269 1-BDRM APT, Porter Creek near Super A, N/S, N/P, avail immed. 393-3767 aft 5 pm

2,628 SQUARE FEET OF PRIME OFFICE SPACE Available for Lease NOW! Two Suites available for lease. Suites can be leased separately or combined as one.

One suite is 1,248 square feet. The second suite is 1,380 square feet.

Located in a professional building downtown Whitehorse, this space is ideal for accounting, legal or other professionals.

MOVE-IN READY.

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STORE FRONT RETAIL OR OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

NEWLY RENOVATED 3 offices and large reception area with all day natural light 936 sq ft, Jarvis Street $25 per square foot Phone 335-3123 DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR LEASE 1,1 00 sq ft commercial space located downtown available for lease.

May be used for a small consignment or grocery store, or for office use.

Rent and terms are negotiable.

Please call management at 667-7801 for more information 3-BDRM, 2- BATH duplex, Copper Ridge, 1,800 sq ft, great kitchen with eating bar, extra large fenced lot, N/S, N/P, $1,500/mon + utils. 334-3488 2/3-BDRM FURNISHED Riverdale house available November for 6-7 months. Greenbelt, sunny, hot tub. No dogs, N/S. Refs reqʼd, $1,000/mon + utils. Email cowleycreek@hotmail.com 3-BDRM, 3-BATH condo in Ingram available Oct 1st. Garage, walk-in closet, spacious bdrms. End unit w/side fenced-in storage space. Beautiful mountain views, $1,800/mon. 633-2189 lv msg

3-BDRM EXECUTIVE home, Copper Ridge, numerous custom features, 2-car garage, can be furnished or unfurnished, rate will vary, $3,000/mon. 633-6953

1-BDRM SUITE, Porter Creek, kitchen, L/R, bathroom, sep ent, parking, N/S, N/P, refs&dd reqʼd, $1,000/mon + $100 for utils.

335-0777

CABIN, ANNIE Lake Road, riverfront, woodstove, outhouse, propane stove/oven, blue jug water, green house, furnished, new offgrid power system, water and showers at nearby community center, $550/mon.

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RIVERDALE, 3-BDRM 1.5-bath Townhouse, N/S, N/P, available for leasing Oct. 1, dd&refs reqʼd, responsible tenants, $1,450/mon + heat & utils. 335-8617

3-BDRM 2-BATH townhouse, Porter Creek next to mall, 6 appls, plug-in parking, low utils, lots of storage, small pet negotiable, $1,650/mon + util + $1,650 dd. 336-4948 or fulopfamily@klondiker.com 3-BDRM 2-BATH apt, Takhini, 35 River Ridge Lane, low utilities, lots of storage, N/S, no parties, avail Oct 1, $1,600/mon + utils.

Text 336-4948, email fulopfamily@ klondiker.com SPACIOUS BACHELOR bsmt furnished suite, PC, full kitchen, private entry, responsible tenant, N/S, N/P, $875/mon + $500 dd, refʼs reqʼd. 633-5625 SPACIOUS BEDROOM, PC, private bathroom, share 4-bdrm large home with 1 other person, responsible tenant, N/S, N/P, $800/mon incl utils + $500 dd, refʼs reqʼd.

633-5625 2 ROOMS, Ingram, fully furnished, family house, heat, electricity, laundry included, N/S, N/P, no parties, clean & responsible tenant, $700/mon, one ready to rent now, one later this month. 334-3186 YUKON APARTMENTS, 28 Lewes Blvd, 1 & 2 bdrm, refs reqʼd. 667-4076 1.5 BEDROOM apt, downtown, October to April, N/P, N/S, $1,000/mon + utils + $500 dd. 668-3448 1-BDRM APT, Copper Ridge, full bath, big LR, separate driveway, avail Oct. 1, $1,000/mon & utils. 334-1907 REGISTERED MASSAGE therapist to share office with same, part time only, please call for details. 334-7505 ROOMMATE WANTED to share quiet scenic waterfront home at Marsh Lake, close to ski trails & community centre, animals welcome, N/S, $500/mon + shared utils.

660-4321 ROOM IN new home in Ingram, N/S, N/P, $600/mon. 335-6628 for details HOMELESS, NO family, single male looking for bachelor pad. Text 334-0942 or call after 7 3/4-BDRM HOUSE Porter Creek, 1.5-baths, 6 appliances, close to schools/bus route. DD & refs reqʼd, $1,600/mon + utils. 633-4626 PROFESSIONAL HOUSESITTERS available from September to May, trustworthy & reliable people, years of experience (Yukon, Costa-Rica, Argentina, California, Hawaii, etc), plenty of good references, Valerie (867) 336-2848

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2-BDRM APT, Hillcrest, quiet area, on bus line & green belt, good storage & parking, avail Nov 1. 668-2877 2-BDRM 2-BATH newly renovated mobile home, Northland, 12x20 addition, 8x12 shed, fenced, propane furnace, N/P, avail Oct 1st.

633-6335 3-BDRM 2-BATH duplex w/garage, Takhini, avail Oct 1, N/S, N/P, dd&refs reqʼd, $1,650/mon + utils. 334-6510 HOUSE IN Hillcrest, wood/oil heat, $1,100/mon, first & last month. Cathy 393-2784 AVAILABLE I M M E D I A T E L Y , rustic off-the-grid living, 600 sq ft log cabin, approx.

30 minutes north of Whitehorse, wood heat, propane stove & fridge, solar panel, LED lighting, $550/mon. 667-2568 lv msg 1-BDRM FURNISHED bsmt suite, PC, avail Oct 1, recent renos, N/S, N/P, heat incl, $1,200 + dd. 335-5352

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335-1678 or global97@msn.com STUDENT AND single mother seeking affordable pet friendly housing, non-party, N/S, wood stove ok. 335-1853 WANTED: 2-BDRM house or apt that allows older cat, downtown or Riverdale preferred, Gilles at 867-689-5272 A NEW immigrant to Yukon looking for a Homestay family in Whitehorse for 3 months.

Arriving in Yukon in early October. Email: hiteshdand@ymail.com SENIOR LOOKING for accommodation in Whitehorse for $500/mon. Quiet, non-smoker, non-drinker, no pets. Call 867-689-2597 anytime HOUSE, CABIN or apt in Haines Junction long term asap (minimum 2 years), for well behaved/trained dog, partner and myself, full time YG job, refs upon request. Mike 867-335-5843 WANTED: BACHELOR or 1-bdrm apt that allows older cat. Contact Patty at 867-689-6423

Real Estate CONDO SUITE NANAIMO, B.C. Quality construction+materials, partially furnished, w/kitchen appliances, well organized 300 sq ft.

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WATERFRONT LOT & cabin on Fox Lake, 345 acre, solar/wind power, propane stove, lights, fridge, large sleeping loft, total 974 sqft, part furnished, appraised $250.000, asking $249.000. 633-5540

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SMALL CABIN, 8ĘźX12Ęź on skid, fridge, stove, propane heater, electricity, porch, lots of windows, double insulated, $12,000.

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334-5929 2-BDRM HOUSE w/guest cabin on Cowley Rd, 30 mins from town, fully serviced, beautiful setting, mountain waterfront creek & pond, $439,000. 335-0100

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1230-1 Woodland Road Ibex Valley 867-456-2712

NEW BUILD; 4 BDRM, 3 BATH

InSite

Home Inspections â&#x201E;˘

ID# 143667

23 Lorne Rd. in McCrae

401 MAIN STREET Whitehorse, Yukon info@townmountain.com

(2 Positions) (NOC 6421)

Property Guys.com

667-7681 or cell 334-4994

The Town & Mountain Hotel

RETAIL SALES CLERKS

Quick Possession Possible 2 Bedroom, 2 bath with a view lot facing green space and trails. Large south facing deck. Large open kitchen. New hot water tank, new laundry appliances. Osburn glass front wood stove. 1999 Triple E Mobile home on titled city lot. Close to schools and neighborhood grocery store.

Drop rĂŠsumĂŠ off at

$457,000 27 Mallard Way Whitehorse 867-334-5414

BUYING OR SELLING? Good information ensures a smooth transaction.

Duties: Sales of display merchandise, taking stock and accept cash.

Start Date: ASAP Drop off resume at store Email: govindarajmurugaiyan@yahoo.ca Phone: 335-6886

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WWW.INSITEHOMEINSPECTIONS.CA

Apply via email: mitsue@bakedcafe.ca

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 JANITOR: CDC (Carmacks Development Corporation) is seeking part-time janitor in Carmacks to clean both commercial and residential units.

Own equipment preferred.

Consumables provided.

For more information email: info@cdcproperties.ca MAINTENANCE WORKER: CDC (Carmacks Development Corporation) is seeking skilled handyman for occasional/part-time work in Carmacks.

Duties include minimal landscaping, building maintenance. Own tools preferred.

For information email: info@cdcproperties.ca

TAGS food & gas 24 HRS/7 Requires

Shift Work

Full Time $14.00 per hour Willing to train Customer ServiceCleaning-Cash NOC 6641 Mail or Drop off Resume to:

Tags Food & Gas 4221-4th Ave. Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 1K2 867-667-2203 TAGSFOODGAS@GMAIL.COM OPEN: SEPT 12/14 CLOSING: OCT 12/14

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YUKON NEWS WOOD SHAVINGS FROM MILL 1 ton feed bag Clean & dry Excellent bedding, mulch, landscaping, insulation etc. $50/bag plus $25 bag deposit Delivery available 633-5192 or 335-5192

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 ELECTRIC FIREPLACE, new, still in box, $100. 668-6033 VINTAGE CLEMENT canoe paddles, T-handle, 56” and 60”, 8ʼ blade, $30 ea. 660-5101 SINGER QUILTING sewing machine, many features. 668-5786 CAMPING GEAR, Thermarests, $45 ea, backpacking & camping pots, $30-$100.

660-5101 TORIN 2 1/2 floor auto jack, $30. 334-8318 COFFEE POTS 30cup & 50cup. 660-5101 NIKON 401X auto focus camera for slides, prints, 90 mm lens w/Nikon adapters.

Large Lowepro camera bag, $50. Slik tripod, $50. 660-5101

900L FUEL oil tank and stand. Free. Oil monitor needs a tune up, $1,000. Chimney piece two 3ʼ sections. 6” inside diameter, $50/ea obo. 456-4926 PINE ENTERTAINMENT centre, oak kitchen table, Shark upright vacuum cleaner.

393-2358 RECONDITIONED FURNACE fan, new motor, belts & bushings, $100. 667-4863 HOUSEPLANTS, 4ʼ long orange bloom, lipstick vine, large Chinese evergreen, large spider plant, etc, $10 to $35. 660-4321 SOFFIT, WHITE, vinyl, 16", 4 pieces x 12ʼ, 1 piece x 85”, 6 trim pieces to length, $50; live squirrel trap, $35. 393-2767 TRAPPING EQUIPMENT, modern, stretcher boards, 330 body grips, #3 soft catches, etc, price 1/2 of listed @ Halfords. 634-2501 SPOT PERSONAL locator beacon, Generation 2, exc cond, $60 firm. 634-2501

BAFFIN SNOPACKS boots, size 12 Arctic type, new, $90. 660-5101

PARMAK PRECISION fence energizer, 1-yr old, works great, Model HS-100, $50 firm.

634-2501

V, THE complete series, The Final battle + the original miniseries, $25. Serge @ 667-2196 after 5pm

SOLID OAK Olhausen pool table, 4 1/2ʼ x 9ʼ, c/w all accessories, exc cond, serious inquiries only, $4,750 obo. 633-4618

DIAMOND RING, 10 Cdn diamonds, white gold, never been worn, all paperwork incl, size 7, new $1,800, asking $1,000. 334-7405 COLLECTION OF 1,000 vinyl records, $2,000 obo. 334-4568 FICUS TREE, end table with magazine rack, lv msg 667-2583 400 BOARD ft of 3/4” cedar boards, $700, 35 gallon electric water heater, $60.

633-4018 WOLF HIDE, large tanned timber wolf pelt, typical grey & white colour, $500. 668-3632 lv msg 4 NEW pocket knives, $10 for all. 334-7061 NEW SHED, 8'x10', 2x4 wood frame on 4x6 treated skids, 3/4" plywood floor, chalet siding, asphalt shingles on peaked roof, $2,000 includes delivery/assembly on site, custom sheds available. 633-4857

35 GALLON electric water heater. Used for 2 yrs, $60 obo. 633-4018 HOBART WELDER w/large wire-feed, 18 hp Onan gas engine, 1300 hours. 8500 watt generator. Ideal for welding or backup power for house or small business, $3,500. Don 332-6701 ELECTRIC DOWNRIGGER for fishing with weight & attachments, little used, $500.

456-2027 OKIDATA 390 Plus Microline 24 Pin Printer, Tractor Feed paper & 4-ply invoices.

668-6079

As a Capstone Mining Corp. employee you will become part of a supportive, performancedriven and dynamic environment. You will be given the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skill set working alongside dedicated employees from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. We place the highest priority on employee safety, protecting the environment and enhancing the development of the communities where we operate.

By joining the Capstone team, you will be become part of an inclusive and loyal team where you will be supported in your career growth through training, diverse opportunities and professional development.

• • • • • • • • • • • •

Senior Mining Engineer Geotechnical Engineer Senior Human Resources Supervisor Buyer Contract Administrator Experienced Mill Operator Mill Labourer Water Treatment Plant Technician Pit De-watering Support Technician Warehouse person Journeyman Millwright DTH Driller/Sampler

To apply, send your cover letter stating salary expectations and resume by email to humanresources@mintomine.com.

Please include your Name and Title Position in the subject line of your e-mail response.

To learn about employment opportunities and to see a full description of the positions at Capstone’s Minto Mine, please visit our website at www.capstoneminining.com.

PANASONIC LUMIX DMC G3 camera with Acme made water resistant case, good cond, $250 obo. 335-0233

VUNTUT GWITCHIN FIRST NATION Old Crow, Yukon

HYDROPONIC GROWING kit incl 1 1,000 watt balast plus HPS or NH bulb plus reflector hood. Kit price $200. 334-7535 22” WEED trimmer on wheels, gas powered, 821-3591

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Whitehorse Office Administrator Implementation Department (September 16/14- May 15/15) Term-Full Time Salary range: $44,876-$53,851

Qualifications: Completion of Grade 12, along with completion of a Clerical Course and experience working in a First Nation government, or a combination of education, training and experience working in an office setting. Valid Yukon Driver’s License.

Duties: The LSCFN Implementation Department is seeking a motivated person to work as our Whitehorse Office Administrator. Reporting to Executive Director, this position will be responsible for the following: s To provide direct support to LSCFN to promote efficient and effective operation of the Whitehorse satellite office. s To assist LSCFN citizens to access and understand the available programs and/or services within LSCFN. s Organize in-coming and out-going correspondence in a timely manner. s Establish a time schedule of all meetings to be held in the Whitehorse area. s Compiling information and special reports as requested by the Executive Director. s Ability to work unsupervised and independently. s Superlative analyzing skills and problem solving techniques. s Ability to ascertain issues from various reports with varying/different authors. s Ability to draft letters; secure signatures on responses and forward to the appropriate agencies and personnel pending Executive Director approval of contents. s Keen interest and skills in doing various types of academic and non-academic research for upon request. s Other duties as requested by the Executive Director.

LSCFN hire policy will apply.

If you are interested, please submit your expression of interest along with your resume by 4:30P.M. Sept. 12, 2014 to: Doris Caouette, Human Resource Officer Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation PO Box 135, Carmacks Y.T. Y0B 1C0 Phone: (867)863-5576 ext 280 Fax: (867)863-5710 Email: resume@lscfn.ca Please contact us if you require a job description.

Capstone Mining Corp. is a Canadian base metals mining company, with three producing copper mines: Pinto Valley in the US, Cozamin in Mexico, and Minto in Canada. Capstone also has two development projects: Santo Domingo in Chile and Kutcho in Canada, as well as exploration properties in Chile.

An Experience in Canada’s True North EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

FINANCE AND HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation is requiring the services of a person to fill the position of Manager of Finance. This is one year term position, with possibility of extension.

Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation is a self-governing First Nation. The position is located in Old Crow, Yukon.

ABOUT OLD CROW Old Crow is a small remote air access only Northern Community of approximately 300 people. It is the home of the Vuntut Gwitchin. Services and facilities include the modern Vuntut Gwitchin Government administration building with a high tech computer system, a community centre, youth centre, ski lodge, and airport with 5 flights to Dawson City and Whitehorse per week. There’s high speed internet, a nursing station with a visiting doctor, a modern school, a college campus, and a grocery store with post office and bank. Numerous activities are held in the community, and residents enjoy visits from a variety of professionals including archeologists, anthropologists, reporters, and camera crews.

THE JOB Reporting to the Director Finance, this position is responsible for the day-to-day management of the finance department. This includes maintenance of the general ledger, and supervision of accounts receivable, and accounts payable/payroll clerks.

QUALIFICATIONS s A degree in Accounting or Business Administration and is pursuing an accounting designation s Minimum of three years experience working through a full cycle of accounting functions in an organization some of that including supervision of staff. s Experience with computerized accounting systems such as ACCPAC and Payroll Software such as Easy pay and associated payroll reporting requirements. s Previous experience in a First Nation community is an asset.

A diploma in accounting with over six years relevant experience will also be considered.

A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION IS AVAILABLE AT OUR WEBSITE: http://www.vgfn.ca/employment/ Visit: www.oldcrow.ca to learn more about our community.

PAY RANGE $69,114 - $82,937 per annum plus an excellent benefits package CLOSING DATE September 23, 2014 @ 4:00 p.m. We thank all applicants but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Preference will be given to Vuntut Gwitchin beneficiaries.

PLEASE SUBMIT RESUMES THAT INCLUDE JOB EXPERIENCE RELATED TO POSITION TO: Brenda Frost Manager, Human Resources, Vuntut Gwitchin Government Box 94, Old Crow, YT Y0B 1N0 Phone: (867)966-3261, ext. 256 | Fax: (867)966-3800 | Email: hrd@vgfn.net

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SEEKING A FULL TIME RECEIVER

is looking for

The successful candidate will be processing shipments of general gift merchandise and jewellery for retail sale at Murdochâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

Shipments arrive in boxes and require physical handling. An eye for detail is an asset to ensure product has arrived in saleable condition. Some jewellery experience is also an asset.

The position also requires some front-end customer service.

Competitive wage and beneďŹ ts package.

PERMANENT FULL-TIME

SALES CLERKS Bring resume or letter of interest with references to Manager at Midnight Sun Emporium

Please apply in person with resume to

Murdochâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 207 Main Street

Budâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Industrial Installations Shop and Field Helper Wanted Full time, Monday to Friday; some overtime and travel required.

Must be ďŹ t; heavy lifting required. Working from heights off ladders regularly.

Ability to take direction and to work both independently and as a team member.

RCMP Security Clearance required.

Overhead Door Mechanic JOB DESCRIPTION:

Residential and Commercial overhead door and related product installation and servicing. Fabricating doors and hardware in a shop setting.

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205 Main Street

TWO 4X4S, 12Ęź long, 10 sheets of sheet iron, 10Ęź long, six sheets @ 6Ęź long, good condition, ideal for shed roofing, $75 for all.

Jim 633-2070 DSLR CANON T3 camera, 2 Canon lenses, 18-55mm & 15;-85mm, lens hood EW-78E, camera bag, Giotto tripod, Manfrotto joystick, shutter release cable, 2 batteries, charger, SD card (10) 32Gb, Lenspen, $1,200.

336-2848 MOVING OUT sale, queen size bed, 8 mos old, $700, leather chair, $200, small kitchen appliances, lamps. 456-4711 NORTH POWER 330 reversible 700lb plate compactor, new, never used, $1,000.

867-634-7074 8â&#x20AC;? IN-LINE Hurricane fans, $100 ea, Intermatic timers, T-104, $35. 334-7535

MARSH LAKE, YUKON

JOB OPPORTUNITY

COMMUNITY CENTRE MANAGER

Hours: 20 hours per week position requires evening and weekend work Salary: $22 - $26/hr. based on experience Duration: 8-month term position, starting October 1st, 2014.

The Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the facility, developing and implementing recreational programming and events and supervising staff and volunteers.

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5-PIECE KING size comforter set & 12X12 Berber carpet in neutral colours. 668-7157 LADIESĘź 14K yellow/white gold engagement ring set with 1 round brilliant cut diamond & 4 round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.43 ct, size 7.5, must be seen, $2,000. 667-6587 lv msg 8 1,000-WATT digital dimmable ballast, dual power, 120/240, very efficient, $150 ea.

334-7535 LADIESĘź STAMPED 14K yellow gold custom ring channel set with 5 round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.66ct, needs to be seen to be appreciated, size 7.5, $1,000. 667-6587 lv msg HONEYWELL HEATING thermostat, $25, Dayton cooling thermostat, $50. 334-7535 30â&#x20AC;? ELECTRIC start snowblower, Craftsman II, 667-6649 TV STAND suitable for flat screen, 3 glass shelves, $50. 633-2837 1,250 GALLON water tank, used only in summer for 4 years, clean, perfectly functional, not needed anymore, $500. 336-1502 NEW HONDA generator, SM6500 XE, $2,500. 456-9536 FREE: LARGE oil furnace, 2007, good working cond, must be dismantled by weekend, PC location. 633-2837 2 GLASS display cases, 36â&#x20AC;?HX24â&#x20AC;?WX30â&#x20AC;?L, 36â&#x20AC;?HX24â&#x20AC;?WX32â&#x20AC;?L. 334-4568

Electrical Appliances GE PROFILE flat-top stove, very clean, vg cond, must sell $125. 633-3982 WASHER, $70. 332-8945 WHITE SELF-CLEANING stove & built-in dishwasher, good working cond, $125.

333-9020

Employment Opportunity

CHEST DEEPFREEZE, 21 cu ft, 52â&#x20AC;? wide.

821-3591

www.yukoncollege.yk.ca

Providing leadership through our strengths in programming, services and research, Yukon Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main campus in Whitehorse and 12 community campuses cover the territory. A small college, YC provides a stimulating and collegial environment. We work with Yukon communities, Yukon First Nations, local governments, business and industry, to promote a community of learners within a vibrant organization. Come join us as we continue to enhance the Yukonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capacity through education and training.

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Student & Infrastructure Support Ayamdigut Campus, Whitehorse Casual Positions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; various shifts Salary: $23.92 per hour Initial Review Date: Ongoing Competition No.: 14.104

Looking for casual, on-call, part-time work in Safety and Security?

We are looking for individuals with experience and or training in a safety and security setting. If you are interested in casual work LQ WKLV Ă&#x20AC;HOG SOHDVH VHQG XV \RXU UHVXPH Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just starting out, returning to the workforce or planning a second career, Student & Infrastructure Support is a place that encourages ideas and offers student focused work.

You will work with a diverse team to provide safety and security services for students, staff, residents, and visitors.

Training/education will be considered an asset. Strong customer service experience and communication skills are essential along with a demonstrated ability to work respectfully with a diverse post-secondary student population. A criminal record check will be required. Preference will be given to candidates with Standard First Aid designation.

Go to: http://yukoncollege.yk.ca/about/employment for more information on all job competitions. Quoting the competition number, please submit your resume and cover letter to: Yukon College, Human Resources Services, Box 2799, 500 College Drive, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4 Fax: 867-668-8896 Email: hr@yukoncollege.yk.ca

DEHUMIDIFIER, WORKS well, removes 1 gal plus of moisture per day, $300 obo.

633-5552 60-GAL HOT water tank, fairly new, $150.

633-2837

Advertising Sales Representative The Yukon News, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person.

The successful candidate will have sales experience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player and will also be called upon to grow the account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate.

The ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must.

We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary coupled with a strong beneďŹ t package.

Black Press has more than 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.

Please submit your resume with a cover letter to Mike Thomas Publisher, Yukon News, 211 Wood Street, Whitehorse, Y.T. Y1A 2E4 or email to mthomas@yukon-news.com No phone calls please.

www.blackpress.ca

MAYTAG PORTABLE dishwasher, $100.

456-7030 for details KENMORE DRYER, good cond, $40, GE electric range, $30. 334-8318 KENMORE WASHER & dryer pair, older model, top load, $150 for both or $100 ea.

456-7030 for details

TVs & Stereos 2 BELL satellite receivers w/remotes, exc cond, Model 3100, $60. 334-8318 PROJECTOR LCD Model HD-3k w/HDMI connection, c/w extra lens & 50" screen, vg cond. Paid $3,600 for it. 332-6678

Computers & Accessories NEC 18â&#x20AC;? flat screen monitor, good working cond, $20. 668-6079

Musical Instruments GUITAR RAVEN Acoustic A-series with case, 660-5101 ELECTRIC & acoustic guitars, Ibanez hollow-body, Larevee special edition, all paper work incl, also Guilds, Corts, Seagull, Alverez etc. Call for info 334-3009 MERCER MUSIC STUDIO Piano Lessons Royal Conservatory Program September start Beginners very welcome Come join a great group of students Kathy Mercer, 336-0175 YAMAHA CLAVINOVA piano model CVP509, check wonderful features on Internet, perfect for beginners or advanced players, over $9,000 in stores, asking $6,500.

Serge 667-2196 after 5pm

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3/4 SIZE violin, great condition, c/w wax, tuner, case, needs someone to play it again, paid $450, asking $350 obo. Kerri or Paul @ 668-4768

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 PIANO & THEORY LESSONS Beginners to Advanced, Private & Class lessons.

Utilizing the musical concepts of Kodaly, Music for Young Children and RCM. RCM exam & Rotary Music Festival preparation.

668-2889

WANTED: SINGLE stainless steel sink or small double kitchen sink for cabin. Sheila 668-5964

TRAYNOR 40 watt tube amp, new, $600, Dean Markley 60 watt tube amp, $250, Fender Squire electric guitar, $100, Ibanez electric guitar, $150, various effect pedals, $50. 334-1197

WANTED: INDOOR propane light, single or double (preferred). 633-5575 or lv msg

WANTED: SHOT glasses for the Mt. Lorne Ingestible Festival food event. Sheila @ 668-5964 or drop in at Fireweed Market store in Shipyards.

DO YOU play guitar? Love country music/oldies? Have one hour a week to share with seniors? Please call Kathy at Thomson Centre 393-8629 WANTED: DOUBLE futon frame. 633-2117 WANTED: WINDOWS & doors for cabin.

336-3283

Store (867) 633-3276 Dev (867) 335-5192 Carl (867) 334-3782

â&#x153;&#x201D; Beetle-killed spruce from Haines Junction, quality guaranteed â&#x153;&#x201D; Everything over 8" split â&#x153;&#x201D; $250 per cord (4 cords or more) â&#x153;&#x201D; Single and emergency half cord deliveries â&#x153;&#x201D; You-cut and you-haul available â&#x153;&#x201D; Scheduled or next day delivery

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FIREWOOD FOR SALE $160 per cord 20 ft. lengths, 5 cord loads.

Small delivery charge.

867-668-6564 Leave message CORDS OF DRY PINE For sale Cut to length 668-3534

A well-established electrical contracting company since 1992, High Point Electric Ltd. requires experienced Journeymen and Apprentice Electricians for a commercial project in Whitehorse. t Conduit, BX and distribution work, ďŹ xture installation, bending EMT t Commercial and light industrial t have the ability to work alone or as part of a team t have your own vehicle, tools and safety gear t able to work - day & night shift, overtime t have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license Email resume to ofďŹ ce@hpoint.ca

APPLICANT MUST HAVE:

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Cheque, Cash

ELECTRICIANS NEEDED NOW

Electrical Experience to include:

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HURLBURT ENTERPRISES INC.

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Your previous application will be considered. No phone calls, please and only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Full Time-Permanent

Housekeeping Attendant needed for Talbot Arm Motel Ltd., located in Mile 1083 Destruction Bay, Yukon Y0B 1H0.

Start Date: ASAP Main Duties include: Sweep, mop and wash floors, Wax and polish floors, Dust furniture, Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture, Make beds, Distribute clean towels and toiletries, Stock linen closet, Disinfect operating rooms and other areas, Clean bathrooms and fixtures, Handle and report lost and found items, Attend to guestsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; requests for extra supplies or other items, Provide basic information on facilities, Handle complaints, Empty trash containers, Wash windows, walls and ceilings, Clean changing rooms and showers Education: Not required â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Experience: Experience an asset Salary: $14.00 to $16.00 Hourly, 40.00 Hours per week. Some overtime required. Meals and Room will be provided to worker at no cost.

Apply by e-mail to: talbotarm@northwestel.net, mail (address above), or fax to: (867) 841-4804.

DONĘźS FIREWOOD Scheduled daily deliveries HJ Beetle kill Spruce $260 per cord, City limits Phone 393-4397 DIMOK TIMBER 6 CORD OR 22 CORD LOADS OF FIREWOOD LOGS BUNDLED SLABS U-CUT FIREWOOD @ $115/CORD CALL 634-2311 OR EMAIL DIMOKTIMBER@GMAIL.COM EVF FUELWOOD ENT Year Round Delivery â&#x20AC;˘ Dry accurate cords â&#x20AC;˘ Clean shavings available â&#x20AC;˘ VISA/M.C. accepted Member of Yukon Wood Producers Association Costs will rise.

ORDER NOW 456-7432

Guns & Bows RUGER M77 Mark II, all weather stainless with scope rings, cal .223, new $700.

668-6716 WINCHESTER MODEL 70, XTR, 300 Win Mag, Burris 3X9 scope, some ammo, gd cond, $625. 456-4395 BAUSCH & Lomb Discoverer model spotting scope, 25X200, $100 obo; Dall sheep cape, $450, located in Haines Junction.

250-566-1346 MARTIN SABRE compound bow with many accessories, $180. Text 335-6008 RUSSIAN SKS, 1953 Tula, 7.62x39, unfired arsenal refurb, numbers matching, includes sling, bayonet, clips, grease pouch, cleaning kit, exc cond, $200, PAL required. 335-3349 RUGER .338 mag, stainless steel bolt action rifle with 3X9 scope & ammo, $600.

456-2027 PROFESSIONAL RELOADING kit, 8 dies for different cartridges, everything you need, $1,800 obo, bench also available. 456-2027 REMINGTON 12-GAUGE shotgun, 3â&#x20AC;? magnum pump action, long barrel, $450.

456-2027 SMITH & Wesson .357 mag model 686, 6â&#x20AC;? stainless steel revolver, double action, $500 obo. 456-2027 RUGER SUPER Six revolver, .22 magnum single action, fully adjustable sights, 6â&#x20AC;? barrel, $350 obo. 456-2027 BROWNING 9 mm semi-auto pistol, 5â&#x20AC;? barrel, $450 obo. 456-2027

Wanted WANTED: 2-DRAWER oak filing cabinet, bathroom vanity, 1/2 hp pressure pump with tank, shower stall. 660-4806

Be a part of one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most dynamic environmental and socio-economic assessment processes; working with an energe c, progressive organiza on. We are commi ed to the well-being of our employees and encourage their personal and professional development.

Our commitment is to be an impar al, eďŹ&#x20AC;ec ve and eďŹ&#x192;cient organiza on that provides assistance to all involved in the assessment process.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Mayo Designated OďŹ&#x192;ce Permanent posi on

Located in Mayo, this posi on reports to the Manager, Designated OďŹ&#x192;ce and is responsible for providing recep on and administra ve support to the staďŹ&#x20AC; of the Designated OďŹ&#x192;ce. Applicants should demonstrate their ability to work independently in a confiden al environment, with frequent interrup ons, and their ability to mul -task and priori ze their workload while maintaining a posi ve a tude with both co-workers and the public. Applicants must have experience with Microso Outlook, Word, Excel and Access.

The annual salary range for this posi on is $51,489 - $59,126 based on 75 hours biweekly.

Flexible work arrangements may be considered.

If you feel you have the qualifica ons and desire to meet the challenges of this posi on please forward a cover le er and resume outlining how your experience and qualifica ons relate directly to the posi on.

A job descrip on is available at the Mayo Designated OďŹ&#x192;ce, 308 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1st Avenue in Mayo, YESAB Head OďŹ&#x192;ce, Suite 200 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 309 Strickland Street in Whitehorse or on our website at www.yesab.ca.

Please submit applica ons to: Finance and Administra on Manager, YESAB Suite 200 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 309 Strickland Street, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2J9 Ph: 867.668.6420 Fax: 867.668.6425 or email to yesab@yesab.ca Toll free: 1.866.322.4040 Resumes must be received by September 28, 2014.

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR THE PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES The Yukon Surface Rights Board (the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;) is requesting expressions of interest from Yukon based persons or ďŹ rms for the provision of part-time legal services. The Board is a quasi-judicial tribunal established under the Yukon Surface Rights Board Act (Canada), to resolve disputes regarding surface rights issues within its jurisdiction.

Over the past few years, the Board generally retained legal services for approximately 60 to 100 hours per year for general advice and services and has budgeted 8 to 12 thousand dollars per year. Panel Hearings historically have been rare but require additional hours and budget. Board legal service activities include: (a) Assisting in drafting and implementing the procedures of the Board; (b) Providing legal advice on administrative law and substantive issues; and (c) Assisting the Board and panels of the Board on legal matters.

Please state the following in your expression of interest: the person or persons who will be dealing with the Board ďŹ le; availability of the person(s); the person(s) experience as it relates to administrative, First Nation, and/or resource based law; and retainer rate.

The Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s applicable legislation and Rules of Procedure may be obtained or viewed at the Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ ce or website (www.yukonsurfacerights.com).

The deadline for submissions is 4:00 PM on September 26, 2014. All such expressions must be in writing and be delivered: t By personal delivery to Suite 206 Horwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mall, 100 Main Street, Whitehorse, Yukon; t By mail - P.O. Box 31201, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5P7; t By fax - (867) 668-5892; or t By electronic mail - info@yukonsurfacerights.com Please direct all inquiries to the Executive Director at (867) 667-7695 or 334-9453.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 2007 HONDA Civic SI, 6-spd manual, 90,000, mint cond, $12,900 obo. 334-2194

Cars

2011 BUICK Lucerne 4-dr, beige, V6, 15,000kms, soft leather, loaded luxury car, $12,900 obo. 668-6961

F/T or P/T Customer Service Representitive

2010 TOYOTA Matrix, only 41,000kms, p/locks & windows, amazing winter tires, automatic start, roof rack, exc cond, $12,900. 334-3605

You are a mature person who is looking for a long term position with an established company that has a competitive wage and benefits package. You also enjoy giving a high level of customer service to people looking for fine gifts and jewellery.

2009 NISSAN Xterra 4wd, exc cond, super clean, 79,000km, $19,000 obo. Kevin 633-6953 2008 NISSAN Versa SL, manual 6spd, grey, 110,000km, good gas milage, clean, no rust, $7,400. 668-7001

Please apply in person with resume to

Murdochâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 207 Main Street

Ă&#x20AC; LA RECHERCHE Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;UN EMPLOI?

2012 HONDA Civic LX, auto, black, exc cond, block heater, winter & all season tires, 2 sets of Honda mats, 4-cyl, cruise control a/c, Bluetooth, 23,500kms, $15,000.

335-5583 2002 VW Jetta TDI, 299,000kms, summer/winter tires on rims, new brakes, manifold cleaned, gets around 950km's on one tank, oil changes with synthetic, $4,300 obo. 335-6520 2001 HONDA Accord sedan, manual, heated leather, sunroof, cruise, Sirius radio hardware only, silver, no accidents or mechanical probs, needs windshield, 267,000km, $2,750 obo. 334-8656

Des professionnels engagĂŠs

2005 CHRYSLER, Sebring, 2-dr convertible, 76,000 miles, nice clean car, $6000.

668-6961 2005 SUBARU Outback, sport shift auto, AWD, heated seats & mirrors, power seat, command start, summer/winter tires in excellent shape, 89,000kms, $9500. 335-2260 2004 JETTA TDI Sedan, gets 1100 km/tank, winter Pirelli tires, hid lights, recent work incl timing belt, regular synthetic oil changes, $6,000 obo. 336-8525

2007 NISSAN Altima, 4-cyl, 135,000kms, sat radio, A/C, winter rims & tires, very clean & well maintained, $8,500 obo. 667-2207

2004 TOYOTA Echo, manual, 2-dr hatchback, 312,000km highway mileage, set of winter/summer tires with rims, $3,800 obo.

334-5607

2007 PONTIAC Grand Prix, V6 3500, loaded, silver grey, winter/summer tires, 96,000km, 4 door, exc cond, very clean, $5700. 668-6961

2004 TOYOTA Echo, manual, 2-dr hatchback, 312,000km highway mileage, set of winter/summer tires with rims, $3,800 obo.

334-5607

2006 CHEV Equinox AWD V6, black, p/l, p/w, pwr/heated seats, 6 disc changer, sunroof, new windshield, brakes, recent maintenance, 168,000 kms, $7,200 obo. 334-7842

2003 CHEVY Malibu, 171,000kms, good shape, $3500. 334-8205

2006 HONDA Civic 4dr auto, 85,000km, exc cond, keyless entry, remote start, block heater, recently detailed, growing family, $10,500. 668-3335 2006 KIA Sportage, 5-spd manual, exc cond int & ext, 148,000 kms, CD, great sound, remote start, $8,300. 667-5400

2003 GRAND Am, 150,000kms, spoiler, fog lights, air, cruise, exc cond, $4,400 obo.

667-7733 or 334-3456 2002 NISSAN Sentra GXE, 4-dr, good on gas, 172,000km, $1,500. 334-6900 2002 PONTIAC Grand Am exc cond, 2-dr sport coupe, black, $4,900 obo. 334-3456 2001 JAGUAR S-Type 4.0, Auto, 170,000 km, engine great condition, interior/exterior glossy condition, great investment, $7,000, call/text: 867-335-2555

Conseils en dÊveloppement de carrière CrÊation, amÊlioration et traduction de CV

2000 C H E V R O L E T Tracker 4x4, 170,000km, manual transmission, black, 2-dr, new tires, $3,500 obo. 335-7539

Simulation dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;entrevue

Super A Porter Creek is looking to ďŹ ll the following positions:

Des services personnalisĂŠs et des ressources utiles.

2006 TOYOTA Corolla CE, exc cond, standard, 74,965 kms, $6,500 obo. Mike or Kim at 667-4701

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Full-Time Assistant Manager Full-Time Gas Bar/Barrista Part-Time Grocery/Bakery Clerks/Cashiers Please apply in person to Mike Sheppard.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

302, rue Strickland, Whitehorse (Yukon) 867.668.2663 poste 223 www.sofa-yukon.ca

VUNTUT GWITCHIN FIRST NATION Old Crow, Yukon

Development Corporation Suite 201-166 Titanium Way, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 0G1

Chief Executive OfďŹ cer (CEO) SELKIRK DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Location: Whitehorse, YT Status: Full-time, Permanent Wage: Dependent on experience Closing Date: Until Filled The Selkirk Development Corporation (SDC) is a progressive organization, owned by the citizens of Selkirk First Nation. With interests in mining, real estate, and tourism, we are a growing dynamic organization, if you are seeking a challenging, rewarding position in a team environment, we have the opportunity for you.

Job Summary: Reporting to the Board of Directors of the Selkirk Group of Companies, the Chief Executive OfďŹ cer (CEO) is responsible for the achievement of corporate goals and objectives within the established authority delegated by the Board. The CEO will direct the daily operational activities of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s corporate ofďŹ ce and business units. The CEO will provide ďŹ nancial leadership by identifying and evaluating investment opportunities, managing budgets and monitoring long-term strategic ďŹ scal plans, including the achievement of revenue and proďŹ tability goals.

Education and Experience: t " HSBEVBUF PG B EFHSFF QSPHSBN JO CVTJOFTT NBOBHFNFOU PS SFMBUFE mFME XJUI TFWFSBM ZFBST PG XPSL FYQFSJFODF "O FRVJWBMFODZ PG TFWFSBM ZFBST PG FYFDVUJWF XPSL FYQFSJFODF BOE USBJOJOH NBZ CF DPOTJEFSFE " TUSPOH SFDPSE PG accomplishment and success in business development with related long-term experience may be considered.

For additional information, please contact the OfďŹ ce Manager at (867) 393-2181.

Submit resume with cover letter to: Selkirk Development Corporation Suite 201-166 Titanium Way 8IJUFIPSTF :5 : " ( Fax: (867) 393-2182 Or email: broberts@selkirkdevcorp.com We thank those that apply and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted

2000 SUBARU Impreza, silver, AWD, 130,000km, good on gas, great winter/summer car, well maintained, second owner, $5,000 obo. 667-2388 after 12pm, lv msg 1999 PLYMOUTH Voyager, needs engine work, almost new tires, $600 obo. 633-5552 1997 PLYMOUTH, new windshield & fuel pump, good rubber, over 354,000km, reliable, $800. 393-4796 or 336-2146 (cell) 1994 FORD Crown Vic, runs well, $1,000. Al 667-6998

SELKIRK

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

2000 PONTIAC Grand Prix GT, V6 3.8L, 200 hp, a/c, cruise, P/D, P/W, new tires, exc shape, 162,500kms, $4,099. 667-6096 or 335-3661

An Experience in Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s True North EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DIRECTOR, NATURAL & HERITAGE RESOURCES THE JOB: Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for directing the business of the Natural & Heritage Resources Department in lands, environment, heritage, and ďŹ sh and wildlife. This position supervises the Heritage Manager, Lands Manager, Fish & Wildlife Manager and Administrative Assistant. This position also serves as a member of the Senior Management Team in the Vuntut Gwitchin Government.

THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will hold a degree or diploma in one or more of the following: natural or renewable resource management, land management, environmental studies and have extensive relevant work experience at a senior management level.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the principles, practices, issues and legislations associated with natural resources management. Strong skills are needed for managing projects, developing policies and procedures, applying ďŹ nancial management, negotiating, supervising and problem solving. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

PAY RANGE: $79,806 - $103,748 ($52.47 - $68.21) per annum plus an excellent beneďŹ t package This is a full-time position based on 32.5 hours per week. (6.5-hour workday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.) VGG closes every second Friday.

A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION IS AVAILABLE AT: http://www.vgfn.ca/employment CLOSING DATE: September 12, 2014 @ 4:00 p.m. We thank all applicants but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE SUBMIT RESUMES THAT INCLUDE JOB EXPERIENCE RELATED TO POSITION TO: Brenda Frost Manager, Human Resources Vuntut Gwitchin Government Box 94, Old Crow, YT Y0B 1N0 Phone: (867)966-3261, ext. 256 Fax: (867)966-3800 Email: hrd@vgfn.net While qualiďŹ ed VGFN citizens will be given preference, all interested and qualiďŹ ed individuals are encouraged to apply.

1992 FORD T-bird V6, 3.8L, 226,000 kms, new battery & front brake pads, near new tires, serviced, reliable, very tidy inside, $1,250. 633-5625 1992 HONDA Civic, white, runs great, radio/CD, nice little car, good on gas, $1,000 obo. Ph 399-3226 1992 VW Golf GTI, 206,000km, 4 cyl, 5speed, black, 2-dr hatchback, gasoline, FWD, mechanically sound, well maintained, new winter tires, clutch, transmission seals, $3,200 obo. 336-8503 1990 CHEV Suburban, auto, exc cond & clean interior, black/silver trim, 193,766km, $3,900 obo. Dale 667-6660 days or 668-5915 after 6 pm 1983 TOYOTA Tercel. Runs & drives, $500 or trade for late-model full-size pickup.

334-3375 1966 FORD XL 500, 2-dr hardtop, for sale or trade, 867-821-3004 1965 OLDSMOBILE convertible, for sale or trade, 867-821-3004

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 Trucks 2011 F150 4X4, regular cab, long box, V6, 70,000kms, no off-road use, $23,000 obo.

393-1953 2009 CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 LT extĘźd cab, 4-dr, silver exterior, black interior, new tires, all receipts since new, warranty, $13,800. 333-9020 2009 DODGE Grand Caravan, silver, 86,000 kms. Sto & go seating, command start, high-end audio & video system, back-up camera, exc cond, $14,900. 633-6720 2008 FORD Escape, 144,000kms. 633-6528 2008 TOYOTA Tundra 4X4 double cab, TRD off road & towing pkg, new tires, bed liner & Triple CPA cover, command start, exc cond, 62,000kms, $22,900 obo. 334-1674 2008 TOYOTA Tundra SR5, 78,000 kms, $23,000. 335-6685

1995 FORD Aerostar, needs starter & some TLC, partly computerized, $300 obo. 1994 Ford E250 Econoline, runs, needs windshield, $300 obo, $500 for both. 333-9358 1995 FORD Ranger XLT Lariat, 4 cyl, 2WD, extra cab, long box w/canopy, great cond, $2,500 obo. Call/text 335-0233 1994 CHEV Club Cab, 4WD w/5th wheel, $1,400 obo. 322-1514 1992 DODGE dually 5.9 Cummins truck, great shape. 668-3229 1991 FORD F250 Custom long box 4X4, 5.8L, boat/canoe rack, canopy, bars & power for camper hook up, 148,000kms, standard, runs exc, well maintained, Paul @ 668-4768 1991 GMC S-10 4x4 for parts, blown engine, can deliver. 660-4710 1990 FORD F250 4-spd manual, comes with canopy, $1,500. 456-4567 1990 TOYOTA Hiace, 8-passenger, camping or handicap minivan, 4wd, 4-cyl diesel, auto, 133,000 kms, offers or trades, 333-9020

We Sell Trucks!

1989 FORD F150, 300-6, auto, 2wd, runs well, $1,000. Al 667-6998

1-866-269-2783 â&#x20AC;˘ 9039 Quartz Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Fraserway.com

1978 3/4 ton Ford van, clean, no rust, 460, new timing chain, high performance intake, competition carb, $2,500. Al 667-6998

2008 TOYOTA Tundra, 136,000kms 5.7 L, long box, canopy, 4X4, crew cab, front skid plate, side steps, box liner w/tie down, etc, 10,500 lbs towing capacity, $23,000 obo.

867-335-0177 2007 CHEV 2500HD, crew cab 4X4, great unit, many options, trailer tow, fully serviced, new brakes & battery, must sell, $15,500 obo. 633-4311 2007 GMC Sierra 2500HD 3/4 ton, 6L gas, crew cab, 8Ęź box, toolbox, liner, new tires, 2 spares, 5th wheel rails, front end overhaul August 2013, $16,000. 633-5665 after noon 2006 DODGE Ram diesel 4x4, ext cab short box, built to tow, Banks intake, exhaust, exhaust brake, new towing trans, bully dog chip, 209,000km, $24,000 obo. 336-8525 2005 DODGE Dakota 4X4, quad cab, loaded, 111,000kms, $8,000. 667-4863 2005 FORD F350 super duty diesel w/canopy, 247,000km, ext cab, long box, power everything, a/c, towing pkg, $9,000 obo.

334-7842

Auto Parts & Accessories TRUCK CANOPIES - in stock * new Dodge long/short box * new GM long/short box * new Ford long/short box

2004 CADILLAC Escalade SUV, awd, fully loaded, leather, 227,000km, $10,900.

333-0186 2004 DODGE Ram 1500, 165,000 kms, 4-door crew cab, 2x4, Tranny rebuilt 40,000 kms ago. Very clean good looking truck, $8,000 obo. 250-661-9781 2003 F-350 6L, new high pressure pump, ICP, IPR, rebuilt turbo, 8 new injectors, new tires, batteries, body is a bit tough, $8,500 obo. 334-2341for details 2002 CHEV Avalanche, fully loaded, leather, 20'' wheels, 245,000km, $5,000. 333-0186 2002 DODGE RAM 1500 quad 4x4, auto, 264,000kms, commercially maintained w/records, runs well, tool box, roof/side racks, new tires/battery, $5,000 obo. Call/text: 335-2555 2001 FORD F350, 7.3L diesel, burgundy, 6-sp manual, 250,000 km, exc cond, regulary maintained, hitch Curt E16, dirt skirt, could c/w 30Ęź toy hauler, $12,000 obo.

393-3675 after 6pm 2001 MAZDA B3000 pick-up, ext cab, 4-dr, 5-spd standard, good cond, no leaks, doesnĘźt burn oil, new tires, $1,200. Call/text 334-4800 1999 DODGE Ram 3500 15-passenger van, 326,000kms, 50,000kms on new trans, heavy duty roof rack, good tires, no dents, no rust, new spark plugs, $3,800 obo.

660-4723 or 332-5450 1999 TOYOTA Sienna 7 passenger van, 230,000kms, new battery, runs great, green, $3,200 obo. Florian @ 660-4723 1998 P L Y M O U T H Voyageur, 3.3L, 235,000kms, good engine, motor, good rubber, $1,200 obo. 393-4796 or 336-2146 (cell)

4 NEW Goodyear winter tires, studded & balanced, Nordic winter M+S, 185/65 R14 on rims for Ford Focus, new $1,050, asking $850. 867-996-2001 4 GOODYEAR winter tires on Dodge winter rims, used 1/2 a winter, P215/65 R17.

668-4741 1 SET of stock 2002 Trailblazer side steps, $100. 633-6704 lv msg

TOYOTA ALLOY wheels, fits Tacoma or Tundra, 16X7, retail $490 ea, asking $125 ea or all for $400, near new condit, 633-3053 2 JACKALLS, 336-4333

633-6019

2014

633-6019

Saturday, Sept. 20TH

TRUCK RIMS, 15â&#x20AC;? 5-bolt steel rims, $10 ea or $40 for set. Call/text 334-4800

THE FALL TRAINING SCHEDULE is posted www.theneighborhoodpup.com Enjoy positive methods in a small group on Tuesday evenings.

Call 633-3294 to reserve your space.

SENIOR LADY needs 6Ęź high chainlink dog pen at reasonable price. 334-6265 BLACK PUG puppies, 1 male & 3 females, parents are AKC registered, checked by vet, vaccinated & micro-chipped, $1,000 ea.

660-4031

at The Feed Store Pet Junction 10:00AM - 2:00PM

LOST/FOUND LOST

t Stewart Crossing, 4yr old, male neutered, black, wearing a choke chain, Contact Deanna @ 994-2116 (01/09/14) t Porter Creek, Male, Husky X, Black with tan markings, Wearing a blue collar, Answers to Tucker. Contact Norm @ 334-1025 (02/09/14) t McCrae area, 2yr old, male, black lab, wearing a coke chain no tags, answers to Goober, Contact Roxanne @ 334-1238 ( 02/09/14) t Copper Ridge, 12 yrs, Male Neutered, Orange and white tabby, Wearing a blue collar, Answers to Tiny. Contact Garry or Serena @ 393-3914 (02/09/14)

MOTORCYCLES:

YAMAHA

(867) 668-2101 or 1-800-661-0430

1 KM south of Robert Service Way, Alaska Highway, Whitehorse, Y.T.

Pets of the Week!

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FOUND

t Found at Riverside Grocery, female husky, gold, blue eyes, wearing a grey collar no tags, Contact Levi @ 667-7712 or 334-4803 (21/08/14)

RUNNING AT LARGE...

If you have lost a pet, remember to check with City Bylaw: 668-8382

IN FOSTER HOMES

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;00 Yamaha 650 Vstar ................$3,499 $2,999 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;08 Yamaha BW50 Scooter .................. $1,699 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;09 Yamaha WR450 Off-Road .............. $4,299 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;13 Yamaha WR250F.............................. $7,499 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;12 Yamaha WR450 ............................... $6,499

YUKON

t Takhini, male neutered, DLH, light orange, no collar, answers to Sandy, Contact Deede @ 456-7172 (05/09/14)

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;08 Kawaski 450 Sport/Race ................. $4,299

ERRY

DOGS

t 2 yr old, spayed female, cream, husky (Darby) t 7 yr old, female spayed, rottie X, brindle (Daphne) t 3 yr old, neutered male, GSD/Rottie, black and brown (Tristan)

CATS

t 11 yr old, male neutered, DSH, black (Mingus)

AT THE SHELTER DOGS

t 2 yr old, spayed female, beardogX, black (Jackie) t 13 weeks old, male, husky x GSD, black and white (Buddy) t 13 weeks old, male, husky x GSD, black and tan (Artie) t 13 weeks old, male, husky x GSD, black and blonde ( Bobo) t 13 weeks old, male, husky x GSD, black and white ( Cavin) t 1 yr old, neutered male, husky, white and black, ( Salty)

t 7 weeks old, female, husky, black and brown, (Megghan) t 7 weeks old, female, husky, black and brown, (Cerry) t 7 weeks old, male, husky, blonde, ( Stephan) t 7 weeks old, male, huksy, blonde, ( Peatah) t 6 yr old, neutered male, corgi, black, (Badoo)

CATS

t 2 yrs old, female, DSH, black, (Alize)

SPECIAL t Homes needed for retired sled dogs. They would make excellent pets. Please contact 6683647 or kennelmanager@muktuk.com

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EATAH 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.

633-6019 www.humanesocietyyukon.ca

FOR INFORMATION CALL

3rd Saturday of each month. Next Date:

HEAVY-DUTY HEADACHE RACK for 2nd generation Dodge Pickup. $300.

Call 660-4516.

ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S:

126 Tlingit Street

have your pets SPAYED OR NEUTERED.

Dog Wash Fundraiser

GEM TOP canopy with boat rack for older full size truck, $200 obo. 334-6740

INVENTORY

New Arrivals!

Help control the pet overpopulation problem

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

CAR CARRIER X-cargo, over 15 cu ft, locking plastic top & bottom, adaptable to many vehicles, $25 obo. 633-5552

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JEEP AUTO trans and trans case for early 80s-late 90s, $500 obo. 334-6740

4 M&S winter Snowmark tires, P185/65R15 radials. 667-6649

1997 TAHOE, exc cond, power, no rust, great winter truck, 4x4, $4,100 obo.

334-3456 or 667-7733

1995 CHEVY Blazer, 235,000kms, exc running cond, lots of work done with paperwork from mechanic, motivated to sell, $3,700 obo. 334-5731

TIRES, FITS Sunfire, P195/70R14 90S, all season, lots of tread, $35 ea. 335-7711

Hi-Rise & Cab Hi - several in stock View at centennialmotors.com 393-8100

1997 CHEVY Tahoe, exc cond, 4WD, power windows, captains chairs, very spacious, $4,900 obo. 334-3456

1996 GMC service truck w/elec crane, 3500 crew cab on duals, 6.5 diesel, recent tune-up, new auto trans, no rust, ready to go $7,000. Can deliver. Don 332-6701

351 WINDSOR Ford small block engine, $1,000. 334-4568

LARGE ROTTWEILER/LAB cross, 9 yrs old, not aggressive, good guard dog, free to good home. For pics/info 332-1649

CANOPY FROM 1986 F250 w/cargo doors, gd cond, $300. 660-5101

Pet Report

1995 TOYOTA Corolla, involved in slight accident, still exc parts car, well maintained. $200. 633-3982

Pets

2005 RAV4 AWD 6 cyl loaded w/heated seats & sunroof, 164,000 kms, $8,750 obo, serious inquiries only. 336-0918 2005 T O Y O T A Sienna awd van, 139,000kms, can be viewed behind T&M, $11,000. 668-7644

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REACH MORE BUYERS with the Classifieds.

LOVING DOG to give away to good home.

6-yr old golden-coloured retriever X who thinks he's still a puppy. Curious about the world, but Rex listens well. 333-9071 8-YR-OLD NEUTERED male, yellow tiger stripe cat, excellent mouser, good with kids, cheap to a good country home.

867-996-2580 3-YR OLD Flashy Brindle male boxer, trained, good with kids, home without cats necessary, $400. 867-993-5593

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

2 weeks! 4 issues!

Photo + 30 words + gst

What do you want to sell??

Phone: 867 867-667-6285 667 6285

DOG SLED for distance or mid, rarely used, alum runners & wood stance, very solid & light, incl race bag, anchor, gang line, drag pad, spare plastic runners, $850. 333-9872

KENNELS, VARIOUS sizes, small & medium pet carriers, $15 to $25. 660-4321

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CANINES & COMPANY Dog Obedience School Puppy fundamentals September 30 & January 20 Puller interactive training October 4 Reactive Dog Class September 27 Professional, high quality certified trainers Phone 333-0505 caninesandcompany@northwestel.net www.facebook.com/caninesandcompany

CHAIN LINK dog kennel, 12X12 or 12X24.

633-2212

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

Light welding repairs available 867-332-2333 lv msg 2002 ARCTIC Cat ZR800, 4" risers, new track, lots of extras, low miles. $2,300 obo.

335-1662 2009 POLARIS Razr 800 ATV, added accessories including roof, 4,500lb Warn winch, snorkel intake, upgraded wheels & rims, spare tire carrier, shoulder harness/seat belts, $6,950. 333-9020 2006 URAL 750 with sidecar, 5,800kms, $10,000 obo. 668-6716

Recreational Powersports and Marine (RPM) Repairs Service, repair and installations for snowmobiles, ATVs, motorcycles, chainsaws, marine and more Qualified and experienced mechanic Great rates!

Call Patrick at 335-4181 ALPINESTARS MOTORCROSS boots, size 12, bought at Yukon Yamaha, hardly used, 660-5101

ATV & UTV Rentals

2008 HONDA CRF230L dual purpose bike, less than 1200 kms, 1 owner. 4 stroke engine, front disk brakes, electric start, great for trails or the street, $3,900. 668-4198 2009 KLR 650, only 7,000 kms, c/w 2 helmets & saddle bags. In really good shape, $4,200. 332-6678 POLARIS 333-9020

2007 CAN Am 400 HO XT, c/w winch, 5ʼ plow & travel cover, great cond, approx 150 hours on it, $5,500 obo. 668-6469

Marine

Our Honda ATVs & Side by Sides are available at any time

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

Trailer Rentals Delivery Service For more information call: (867) 393-2111 info@yukonwide.com

www.yukonwide.com

2009 POLARIS IQ 2-person touring snow machine, 4-stroke electric start, block heater, reverse, driver/passenger hand/thumb warmers, exc cond, $7,500. 333-9020 2003 ARCTIC Cat 900 Mountain Cat snow machine, 151” track, low mileage, exc cond, trailer available etc, $3,750. 333-9020 2013 SKI-DOO Skandic, 550F engine, ski skins, 20" track, bush bumper, custom XL cargo box, ski-doo cover, stored inside, 2,000 km, financing available, Glen or Vickie, 403-357-8048 2012 ARCTIC Cat ATV, 550cc, power steering, 2wd, 4wd, diff lock, thumb/hand warmers, windshield, bush bumpers, winch, c/w 4 extra new tires & Arctic Cat trailer, $8,500 obo. 668-6961 2009 POLARIS Assault Slp pipe, intake, heads, dyno jet programmer & LCD display, reeds, and EGTs, low miles great cond, $7,000 obo. 334-7131

V-PLOW with mount, $500.

2002 16.25ʼ Harbercraft boat & trailer, 50 hp Johnson & 9.9 hp Yamaha, down rig, new winch, life jackets, exc cond, $13,500.

334-8912 lv msg 12ʼ ALUMINUM boat, trailer and 9.9 hp Evinrude, runs good, recent paint, $1,575; 14ʼ extra wide fibreglass boat/trailer, $1,800.

333-0717 18ʼ INFLATABLE V hull, ultra safe boat, twin 35hp, fuel tanks, controls, tubes, tow ropes, $7,000 obo, ex-coast guard boat. 456-4926 MARSH LAKE MARINA 4 boats for sale Make an offer Old boat docks to give away Phone Gary at 660-4404 2005 18ʼ Harbercraft Jet Boat 175 Sports Jet, plastic, $30,000. 867-399-4899 24.5ʼ CRESTLINER, welded aluminum, 225hp Suzuki 2-stroke, has all the rigging, $16,500 obo. 668-6961 15HP MERCURY 2 stroke,electric start, rebuilt in 2011, starts anytime, runs smooth, they don't make this good anymore.

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2013 SKIDOO Tundra 600 brand new, skid plate, protector bars, all the extras, barely used. $10,000 obo. Kevin 633-6953 2006 HONDA 750 Shadow, 15,000kms, sounds like a Harley, $1,900 firm. 333-0717 9-24”X24”X5.5” THICK steel reinforced concrete pads at $30 ea. Len @ 867-332-1927

Heavy Equipment BRENTʼS HYDRAULICS Portable line boring Bore welding, we go anywhere Torque nuts up to 30,000 ft lbs General machining, lathing, milling Phone 334-3027

We at Tags Food & Gas would like to

Congratulate

Van Tuan Haong on getting your Permanent Residency in Canada.

We sincerely appreciate your outstanding work at Tags.

The diligence and dedication you have shown us has been wonderful.

Tags would like to share with the world that words are just not enough to express our gratitude and appreciation of your work performance and attitude that you have displayed during your employment with Tags.

Wishing you all the luck in the future, we will deeply miss you.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 Skid Mounted 5 x 30Ęź Trommel Plant -Built in 2014 - $155,000 Excavator -$95,000 -2006 Komatsu 300 -8900 hours -digging and clean up buckets Fuel tank $1,800 -2200 litre on trailer 604-825-8312 TAKING ORDERS FOR Custom built gold mining trommels for next season Any size can be built.

Can only build a limited number so order early.

Phone 250-638-0552 or e-mail sabre2ooth@hotmail.com 2 PAIRS of bolt/weld-on skid steer quick attach brackets for adapting implements to skid steer Q/A. $250/ea. 332-0343 2012 BOBCAT S-205, fully loaded, hand & foot controls, cab heater, A/C, block heater, battery blanket, exc cond, 175 hrs, 2 buckets, will deliver in Yukon, $39,500 obo.

335-1106 KOEHRING 35-TON truck crane, 100' boom, certified until 2016, $2,500 obo. 335-5400

1987 21Ęź Toyota motorhome, fiberglass body, totally redone inside, dual axles, $15,000 obo. 668-4070 1992 8.5Ęź Travel Mate camper, fridge, stove, forced air furnace, washroom with shower, good cond, $3,600. 334-6167 COUGAR 24 RKS travel trailer, must sell.

660-5152 2007 LAREDO 5th wheel 31Ęź, exc cond, fully equipped, sleeps 2, full bath, A/C, front king bed, 2-30 lbs tanks, 4-burner stove/oven, fridge/freezer, must see, $22,000 obo.

667-6970 CAR DOLLY, can fit smaller truck, comes with towing lights & straps, $950 obo.

336-2492

Coming Events AUTUMN CLASSIC canoe and kayak race, Saturday, Sept. 20. Race starts at 11 am McClintock River Bridge, distance 11 km.

Info: 333-0755

Aircraft

LINE DANCING, seniors @ Golden Age Society, Wednesdays starting September 24, beginner instruction 1pm-2pm, regular session, 2pm-3pm. All welcome to participate in both sessions

1972 CESSNA 150F, 6500 TT, 1452 SMOH, excellent cond, new windshield/radio, paint 6/10, interior 8/10, smooth engine, maintained cooperatively, call/text 335-2555, haiderrajab@hotmail.com

THE ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA Family Caregiver Support Group meets monthly. A group for family/friends caring for someone with Dementia. Info and register call Cathy 334-1548 or Joanne 668-7713

PIPER CHEROKEE 140, engine not half time, annualed in June of 2014, $24,000.

Ralph at stovemech@hotmail.com or (867) 993-5423 LOOKING FOR part ownership of Cessna 140 tail dragger, looking to attain my PPL in Whitehorse, would like economical flyer to share. Email or call with considerations.

332-1656, matthewholmes.1988@gmail.com

Campers & Trailers TAITĘźS 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 1998 COLEMAN tent trailer, clean canvas, sleep 7+, king&queen; pullouts, table to bed, couch to bed, indoor/outdoor cooking surfaces, indoor toilet/ outdoor shower, 2 awnings, approx 3500lb, $6,000 obo. 334-7842 2004 PIONEER travel trailer, overall length 28Ęź, large bath, queen bed, full kitchen, stereo, large awning, $9,800. 633-2580 2009 30' Citation trailer, polarpak pkg, enclosed valves tanks, thermopane windows dualpane skylights, 50amp power baseboard heaters, slide awnings, 16" wheels, shocks, equalizer hitch/antisway. 633-3339 or 334-9634

THE GOLDEN Horn Elementary School Council Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at 7:30pm in the school library. Childcare will be provided HOSPICE YUKON: Free, confidential services offering compassionate support to those facing advanced illness, death and bereavement. Visit our lending library @ 409 Jarvis, M-F 11:30-3:00, 667-7429, www.hospiceyukon.net

HEAVY DUTY 3/4 ton utility truck trailer, 16â&#x20AC;? tires, no rust, $750 obo. 334-4568

8Ęź HEATHER camper, $2,500. 399-4899 2008 FOREST River Surveyor Lite travel trailer, Model SL180T, van-towable, can sleep up to 7, $11,500 obo. 334-2551 1985 KENCRAFT 6.5Ęź import camper, will fit full-size truck, fridge, stove, no holding tanks, vg cond, $1,500. 667-4540 2014 WELLS Cargo enclosed 6x12 trailer, Dexter tandem 3500 lb axles, brakes, LED lights. rear spring assisted drop door, side door, 2 5/16" hitch, $7,800 obo. 668-4917

Great Deals on used RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s!

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x-rentals Check out: klondikerv.com (867) 456 2729

ALL-CITY BAND is looking for new musicians! We have a Band that fits you. Check us out on allcityband.com

COFFEE HOUSE Saturday Oct.4, 2014, featuring The Windy Valley Boys + the Open Stage. Help set up 6pm, open stage sign-up 7pm, 7:30pm show, $5 United Church Bsmt, 6th+Main, 633-4255

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Betty & Family

We know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be with us today If heaven wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so far away

Goodbyeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are not forever, Goodbyeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are not the end They simply mean that we miss you dearly until we meet again Dad.

Brian Mottus September 20, 1948 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 27, 2014

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Mottus at age 65.

May 13, 1935 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; September 12, 2007

Brian was loving husband of 42 years to Gwen, father to Mark of Whitehorse and to Reanne {RuďŹ no} of Edmonton and his greatest joy in life granddaughters Rio and Nya. He was predeceased by son Kevin.

Love, Frances, Ruth, Elaine, Bonnie, Donna, Steve and the rest of your loving family.

Steve M. Robertson

We welcome everyone to a gathering of friends and colleagues at The Old Firehall on Sunday, October 26th from 7:00pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9:00pm.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Eagleâ&#x20AC;?

Professional truck driver and heavy equipment operator.

We invite you to bring your memories to share.

The world has lost a great man.

He left on the wings of the morning, September 1st 2014.

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Patricia Anne Parker

(nee Campbell)

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14,2014

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Trishâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mumâ&#x20AC;?

DOUBLE AXLE trailer, c/w ramps & side racks, 14Ęź bed, $2,850 obo. 633-4018

2007 NORTHWIND 20Ęź pull type trailer.

Sleeps 6, Jack and Jill bunks, fridge, stove, microwave, AC, stereo, $12,000 obo.

456-4926

YUKON REGISTERED Music Teachers Association (YRMTA) Annual General Meeting to be held Sunday, September 14th, 2014, 6:30 P.M. 106 Strickland Street, Main Meeting Room.

Custom-cut Stone Products

In Memory

CAR HAUL/UTILITY trailer, twin axle, hydraulic brakes, capacity 3,181 kg/7,000 lbs, deck 16'/total length 20', c/w rack for 6 canoes, $3,000. 867-863-5404

2003 CHEVROLET 2500 4x4 extend cab truck & 2005 Adventurer 10.5Ęź camper, original owner, both units in immaculate cond, truck has under 81,000km. 633-6887

ATLIN - GLACIER VIEW CABINS â&#x20AC;&#x153;your quiet get awayâ&#x20AC;?

Cozy self contained log cabins canoes, kayaks for rent Fax/Phone 250-651-7691 e-mail sidkatours@ atlin.net www.glacierviewcabins.ca

SAFETYPALOOZA, OCCUPATIONAL Health & Safety Committee Training, Coast High Country Inn, Whitehorse, September 17 & 18, open to everyone. Registration deadline 14 days in advance. healthandsafetybc.ca (867)456-8250

1991 31Ęź school bus, 366 gas engine, seats removed, Allison 3-spd auto, good running order, suitable for moving, storage, camping, greenhouse. 633-5155 2014 RAINBOW 19Ęź tilt deck trailer, tandem 3,500lb axles, electric brakes, new, $5,250 obo. 334-0578

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It is with great sadness that we announce that Patricia passed away peacefully in Whitehorse on August 14, 2014. Trish recently retired from the Yukon Government after 22 years of service where she was known for her bright smile and loving manner by all that knew her.

She will be deeply missed by her family in the Yukon and Ontario and by her many friends she made over her lifetime.

dreamer, an artist, musician, entrepreneur, builder, mechanic, businessman, champion arm wrestler, pool player, a dedicated employee who always gave his best. His character reďŹ&#x201A;ected that of his Creator: loving, faithful, loyal with a generous heart, a mentor.

Throughout the Northern communities Steve leaves his many friends and acquaintances; Yellowknife, high Level, hay River, Norman Wells, Dawson City. His lovinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; gal, fellow biker, Marjorie Joy Bonser (Whitehorse); Caleb Perreault, a young man who misses him; the community of Atlin, who blessed his life so much and who he considers family.

Memorial notiďŹ cation forthcoming.

A private celebration to honor Trishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life was held recently held at Marsh Lake.

Trish was predeceased by her mother and father, John and Kathleen Campbell and her younger brother Patrick.

She leaves behind her two sons, Shayne of Whitehorse (RenĂŠe), Jamie of Ontario (Jen) and little grandson Isaiah.

Trish held a special place in her heart for her beloved pets Cheyenne, Scooter, Kelly and Wease.

In lieu of Ď&#x201D;lowers, a donation can be made in her name to the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Eagleâ&#x20AC;?

Lately Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard rumors the eagle may be lame.

Just because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been idle, doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m tame.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve jeopardized my freedom, my natural place to roost.

I can ďŹ&#x201A;y when I have to, if they turn the eagle loose.

So lay all your doubts aside when you go to bed tonight.

My feathers are all rufďŹ&#x201A;ed now, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m ready for a ďŹ&#x201A;ight.

Just because I took awhile to ďŹ&#x201A;y that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care.

When you feel the shadow crossing, the eagleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the air.

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HORSES!

Have you always wanted to ride?

Find a complete list of all the great horse activities in Yukon! www.HorsinAroundYukon.com

YUKON CURLING Association AGM, Whitehorse Curling Club September 30, 2014 at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to attend and share your curling thoughts/ideas as well as join the board SUPPORT STUDENTS and schools, order fresh veggies, $20 for 10 lbs and $35 for 20 lbs, between August 25 and September 12. www.yukonfromthegroundup.ca ELIZABETH FRY Yukon AGM, September 24, 5pm, Unit #23, HorwoodĘźs. 334-2419 ANNUAL GENERAL Meeting for Selkirk School Council, 6:30pm, Selkirk School Library, September 24, 2014, everyone welcome. For further info Cheryl at 334-4686 AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL Writing Circle meeting Tuesday, September 23 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Whitehorse United Church (upstairs). Writing letters to support human rights worldwide. www.amnesty.org HOSPICE WALKING Group, Mondays September 8 to 29, 6-7:30pm. A healthy way to receive and give grief support. To register call 667-7429 or administrator@hospiceyukon.net ATLIN GOSPEL Service at the Rec Centre Board Room Sundays Sept 14 & 21 from 4-5pm. The service is quiet and reverent and we welcome anyone and everyone to come.

YUKON ROLLER Girls Want You! Have you always wanted to join Roller Derby? Come join us in September for your chance. www.yukonrollergirls.ca CANADIAN FIREARMS Safety Course, Non-restricted, Sat & Sun Sept 27 & 28 at Whitehorse Rifle & Pistol Club. Cost $120.

Seating limited. 633-6202 to register.

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

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

FARO GOSPEL Service at the Rec Centre Sportsman Lounge Thursday Sept 18 from 7-8pm. The service is quiet and reverent and we welcome anyone to come.

FRIENDS OF Mount Sima Society AGM October 8 at 7pm, Mount Sima Chalet. See how you can help with plans for 2015. See you there. Call 336-3483 for details

TAI CHI Yukon, classes for all ages and level of experience begin this September.

Check out the class schedule at http://www.taichi-yukon.ca/schedule.htm

NAKAI THEATRE AGM, Tuesday Septemb er 30, 6pm, White Pass Building boardroom, 2nd Flr, Front St & Main, snacks provided.

For info call Nakai 667-2646

YUKON ANTI-POVERTY Coalition monthly meeting set for Thursday, September 18th from 5pm to 7pm at CYO Hall, 4th and Steele. Everyone welcome. Info: 334-3917

CANADIAN CELIAC Association Yukon Support Group will hold it's final meeting for 2014 on Thursday, September 18 at the Whitehorse Library from 6pm to 7:45pm

YUKON HOME Education Society AGM, Monday, Sept. 22, 3-6 pm. Whitehorse Library boardroom. Anyone interested in homeschooling is more than welcome. More info: 660-5347

JOIN THE Bowel Movement, a support group for those living with digestive disorders such as Crohn's, Colitis, Ostomies, Diverticulitis, IBS and other creative combinations! Library Meeting Room Wed Oct. 22 @ 7pm

BIKEJOR AND Canicross Hot Hound Event on September 21st at Takhini Hot Springs.

4pm Intro Clinic for Beginners, 5pm Race Registration, 6pm Races. Potluck BBQ. Info: 335-4904

WHITEHORSE CONCERTS presents Infinitus on Saturday, September 20, 2014. The show will take place at 8:00 pm at The Yukon Arts Centre. Please contact: steve@whitehorseconcerts.com

BOOK LAUNCH: A Rock Fell on the Moon Dad and the Great Yukon Silver Ore Heist by Alicia Priest. Wed, Sept. 17. Baked CafĂŠ, 6pm. Free! All welcome.

MARSH LAKE Solid Waste Management Society AGM will be held on Monday Sept.

22nd at 7pm at the Marsh Lake Community Centre. All welcome.

HOUSE CONCERT in Riverdale, September 20, 7pm, Jim Vautour & Olivier de Colombel, $20, BYOB. Reservations: helene_saintonge@hotmail.com THE ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA Family Caregiver Support Group meets monthly. A group for family/friends caring for someone with Dementia. Info and register call Cathy 334-1548 or Joanne 668-7713

SUZUKI STRINGS Association Yukon AGM, Monday Sept 29, 5 pm at Selkirk Elementary School. Anyone interested in Suzuki violin is welcome. More info: Jody 660-5347 SENIORS, COME try floor curling on Friday, September 19, 9:30am, Golden Age Cerntre, Sport Yukon Building, 4th Ave. Regular leagee play starts September 26. Register at Golden Age or phone 668-5977 YUKON ORIENTEERING Association final event of the year. Night "O" sprint Friday Sept. 26 on Wolf Creek map. Register at Campground at 8:00pm. Bring your headlamp. For info Jim 668-2639 ATLIN COURTHOUSE Gallery is open daily 11am-5pm and will have the end of season sale from Friday September 26 to Sunday 28. Closed after 28th for the season

SALSA YUKON Latin Dance Classes, Beginner Rueda de Casino starting October 16th, Beginner Salsa and Beginner Bachata starting October 17th, salsayukon@gmail.com for info

FALUN GONG, advanced practice of Buddha school self-cultivation, meeting Mondays and Wednesdays, Wood Street School from 6pm, no charge. Call, or come by for an introduction to the practice. 667-6336

SPORTS GEAR Swap, Jackhulland Elementary Sept 20th, table rentals $10, please contact Tabitha Driscoll at tabbylloyd@hotmail.com to arrange your rental

YUKON HOME Education Society AGM, Monday September 22, 3pm-6pm, Whitehorse library meeting room. Anyone interested in homeschooling is welcome. More info: 660-5347

YUKON SCIENCE Institute presents Latest News from the Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme with Morten Olsen, Sunday, September 14th, 7:30pm, Beringia Centre, Whitehorse. Free.

YUKON FIRST Nations Culture and Tourism Association (YFNCT) AGM is Thursday, September 25, Whitepass Building board room, Noon-1pm. Everyone is welcome. For info call 667-7698, ext. 202

UNITED WAY of Yukon Annual General Meeting is Tuesday September 16, 2014, 5:30pm-7:30pm, Yukon Teacher Association office, 2064 2nd Avenue. UWY is seeking board members AGM F O R the Arctic Institute of Community-Based research will take place from 12-1 on Tuesday, Sept. 16th at 308 Hanson. All are welcome.

ECOLE WHITEHORSE Elementary School (EWES) School Council Annual General Meeting, Tuesday, September 16, 2014, 7pm at EWES staff room KWANLIN DUN Cultural Centre, September 19, 4pm-9pm, complimentary BBQ & dance, live music by Ben Mahony, 4pm-5:30pm, Shoo Fly, 6pm-7pm, Canucks, 7pm-9pm, presentations, door prizes CONCERT BY BC singer/songwriter Linnea Good Sunday Sept 28 at Whitehorse United Church, 7pm. Admission by donation. Family friendly, all welcome, wheelchair accessible

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 MC RENOVATION Construction & Renovations Laminated floor, siding, decks, tiles Kitchen, Bathroom, Doors, Windows Framing, Board, Drywall, Painting Drop Ceiling, Fences No job too small Free estimates Michael 336-0468 yt.mcr@hotmail.com S.V.P. CARPENTRY Journey Woman Carpenter Interior/Exterior Finishing/Framing Small & Medium Jobs â&#x20AC;&#x153;Make it work and look good.â&#x20AC;?

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1 column x 3 inches ............. Wed - $ s &RI $35.10 2 columns x 2 inches ........... Wed - $ s &RI $46.80 2 columns x 3 inches ........... Wed - $ s &RI $70.20 2 columns x 4 inches ........... Wed - $ s &RI $93.60 HILLCREST

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RIVERDALE: 38 Famous Video Super A Riverdale Tempo Gas Bar

Superstore Superstore Gas Bar Tags Walmart Well-Read Books Westmark Whitehorse Yukon Inn Yukon News Yukon Tire

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

DRUG PROBLEM?

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Narcotics

Anonymous MEETINGS: Wednesdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm #2 - 407 Ogilvie St. <BYTE> Fridays 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4071 - 4th Ave. <Many Rivers>

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS

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

ANGYʼS MASSAGE Mobile Service.

Therapeutic Massage & Reflexology.

Angelica Ramirez Licensed Massage Therapist.

867-335-3592 angysmassage@hotmail.com 8 Versluce Place Whitehorse YT, Y1A 5M1

LOW COST MINI STORAGE ■ ■ ■

Now 2 locations: Porter Creek & Kulan.

Onsite & offsite steel containers available for rent or sale.

We now offer 8'x10' units. 8'x20’ units also available.

Phone 633-2594 Fax 633-3915

OFFICE LOCATED BESIDE KLONDIKE WELDING, 15 MacDONALD RD., PORTER CREEK, info@lowcostministorage.ca

CUSTOM To make your ideas a reality.

Ironwork

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

Health Centre

RAILINGS, GATES AND MUCH MORE

www.ironworkyukon.com Call Mike Morrow at 335-1888

Carcross Y.T. Carmacks Y.T. Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Dawson City Y.T. Thursday - 6pm (summer only) New Beginners Group Rm 2160 @ Hospital Friday - 1:30pm Unity Group Rm 2160 @ Hospital Saturday - 7pm North Star Group 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

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

Health Centre

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

Health Centre

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NOW e l b la Avai

TAKE NOTICE THAT, 535729 Yukon Inc. of 23 Cedar Crescent, Whitehorse, in Yukon Y1A 4P2, is making application for a Liquor Primary - All Liquor and an Off-Premise-All Liquor liquor licence, in respect of the premises known as Club 867 situated at 2288 2nd Avenue, Whitehorse, Yukon.

TOPSOIL 668-2963

The first time of publication of notice is August 29, 2014.

Call Dirtball

The second time of publication of notice is September 5, 2014.

PAINTING DONE RIGHT! Interior/exterior, oil, staining.

Professional work at reasonable rates.

17 years in Yukon. Also serving the communities.

(Williamson Yukon) Phone 456-2043 or 333-0403

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of

Fay Eileen White, of Whitehorse, Yukon, Deceased, who died on August 7, 2014, are hereby required to send them to the undersigned Executor at the address shown below, before the 26th day of September, 2014, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which they have notice.

AND FURTHER, all persons who are indebted to the Estate are required to make payment to the Estate at the address below.

BY: Martie Welsh c/o Lackowicz & Hoffman Suite 300, 204 Black Street Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2M9 Tel: (867) 668-5252 Fax: (867) 668-5251

The third time of publication of notice is September 12, 2014.

Straightline Storage

Any questions concerning this specific NOTICE are to be directed to Licensing & Social Responsibility at 867-667-5245 or 1-800-661-0408, local 5245.

Winter Special on now call for rates

• • •

Boats, Motor Homes, Trailers, R.V. – All Types of Vehicles.

Secure. Safe. Locked and Fenced.

Monthly, Yearly or Seasonal Storage Facilities!

Contact 456-4048 or 334-8029

Thinking Renos?.... we do that too.

We put the same care and attention to detail in indoor renovations as we do to outdoor landscaping!

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

Health Centre

Telegraph Creek B.C. Tuesday - 8:00 p.m.

Soaring Eagles Sewing Centre

Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

LIQUOR ACT

not later than 4:30 pm on the 17th day of September, 2014 and also serve a copy of the objection by registered mail upon the applicant.

Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

Watson Lake Y.T.

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

Save 10% until September 30 867-332-7879

President, Yukon Liquor Corporation 9031 Quartz Road Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 4P9

Pelly Crossing Y.T.

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

Health Centre

JUDEʼS PAINTING & HOME RENOVATIONS •Interior/Exterior Painting •Kitchen/bathroom renovations •Hardwood & Laminate flooring •Decks •Fences Call 867-689-1458 Email judewaldman@gmail.com

Any person who wishes to object to the granting of this application should file their objection in writing (with reasons) to:

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

Health Centre

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

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

Liquor Corporation

Yukon Communities & Atlin, B.C.

Friday - 1:30 p.m.

Health Centre

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BONANZA CREEK FORESTRY ROAD CONSTRUCTION

PUBLIC TENDER SALE OF SURPLUS LIGHT DUTY VEHICLES & MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is October 1, 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 Stan Dorosz at (867) 667-3164.

Viewing Dates: Tuesday September 16, 2014...12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Thursday September 25, 2014...12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Viewing Location: 277-9029 Quartz Road, Asset Compound The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.

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

Greenspace North

668-3266

greenspacenorth@gmail.com

PUBLIC TENDER

Highways and Public Works

Project Description: Maintenance and minor surfacing of 1.35km of existing road and construction of 5.3km of new all season Forest Resource Road. The construction will consist of one 4.0km mainline and 2 spur roads within the Bonanza Creek II THP. Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is October 2, 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 Mark Pedersen, Area Forester at (867) 633-7909.

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

Energy, Mines and Resources

70 PIANO TUNING & REPAIR by certified piano technician Call Barry Kitchen @ 633-5191 email:bfkitchen@hotmail.com BUSY BEAVERS Painting, Pruning Hauling, Chainsaw Work, Yard Cleaning and General Labour Call Francois & Katherine 456-4755 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

JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER 30 years experience Commercial-Residential â&#x20AC;˘Renovations â&#x20AC;˘Repairs â&#x20AC;˘Kitchens â&#x20AC;˘Bathrooms â&#x20AC;˘Drywall Tiles â&#x20AC;˘Decks â&#x20AC;˘Fine Finishing and Painting No job too small Local references available Phone 335-8924 bradmre@gmail.com

INVITATION TO TENDER 2014-2017 COMPOST FACILITY OPERATIONS TENDERS will be received DW WKH RIÂżFH RI WKH 0DQDJHU RI )LQDQFLDO 6HUYLFHV DW &LW\ +DOO 6HFRQG $YHQXH :KLWHKRUVH <XNRQ < $ & before 4:00 PM local time on Thursday, September 18, 2014.

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www.whitehorse.ca

Looking for NEW Business / Clients?

Advertise in The Yukon News ClassiďŹ eds!

Take Advantage of our 6 month Deal...

Advertise for 5 Months and

EAGLE CONSTRUCTION Specializing in bathrooms & kitchens Also all facets of construction Journeyman Carpenter Operating since 1985 Phone 335-2005 or 668-5814

Lost & Found FOUND: PAIR of prescription glasses at Walmart, describe to claim. 322-2505 FOUND: AT top of 2 Mile Hill, bag of bicycle accessories. To claim call 633-6244

16'X20' MONTANA canvas tent w/16'X 10' attached cook shack, internal frame, custom polypropylene fly, top, side stovepipe vents, all ropes & pegs, zippered screened & boat windows Glen 403-357-8048

Business Opportunities

SEASONAL STORAGE of your RV, Boat, Trailer & Vehicle.

Secure and reasonable rates.

Located at McCrae subdivision.

Contact us at klondikestorage19@gmail.com

BOOKKEEPING Full range of services from data entry to year end financials and everything in between including payroll, GST, and remittances.

20+ years experience.

Call Today 332-8489 or 633-8489

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Get 1 MONTH OF FREE ADVERTISING Book Your Ad Today!

BOWFLEX 2 Extreme, compact, easy-to-use home gym, exc cond, $550 obo. 633-4618 INDOOR BIKE trainer, perfect for fall/winter.

336-4333 SKATEBOARD, ELEMENT deck, Core trucks, TMG wheels, Black Diamond griptape, $75. 633-6704 SNOWBOARD, 154 Option Influence w/Technine bindings & Vans Hi-Standard sz 10 boots, $450 obo. 633-6704 SALOMON SNOWSCAPE 7 waxless cross-country skis with SNS bindings, only used a few times last winter, 193cm long, 80-95kg, great cond, $180 obo. Call/text 335-0233 DOWNHILL SKIS, poles & boots, menĘźs size 9, Solomon boots, exc cond, $500. 456-2027

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PACEMASTER GOLD treadmill, long belt, $600 obo. 456-7030 for details

Sports Equipment

BELT DRIVE eliptical trainer, used very little, $75. 633-2431

NORTH FACE Firefly 1-person tent, hardly used, $150. 660-5101

Livestock

FULL SET of womenĘźs golf clubs, c/w cart, $60. 633-4018

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

TRAILER BIKE, menĘźs bike, $100 for both.

668-4010 DOUBLE WEIGHTS, 8 lbs to 40 lbs, c/w compact rack. Paid $360 for the weights & $180 for the rack, asking $250. 332-6678

YUKON HAY

Quality Timothy / Brome mix /P 3BJO t #BSO 4UPSFE 4RVBSF BOE SPVOE CBMFT QSJDFE GBJSMZ XJUI WPMVNF EJTDPVOUT

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FOR RENT: farm equipment, aerator, plough, manure spreader, mower, and no-till-drill. View online at www.yukonag.ca (Equipment). Email: admin@yukonag.ca or call 668-6864 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 â&#x20AC;˘ 668-7218 Quality weed free brome hay bales for sale.

830 lb round bales and also small square bales Phone 668-2407 HAY FOR SALE Dry bales kept under a shelter Great quality, $12/bale.

633-4496 or astra@northwestel.net

PUBLIC TENDER

PUBLIC TENDER

PUBLIC TENDER

VENTILATION SYSTEM CLEANING YUKON HOUSING UNIT #450000 - 600 COLLEGE WHITEHORSE, YUKON

LANDSCAPING AND RETAINING WALL YUKON HOUSING UNIT 232900 131 ALSEK CR. HAINES JUNCTION, YUKON

LANDSCAPING YUKON HOUSING UNIT # 231000 - 141 MARTIN HAINES JUNCTION

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is September 18, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is September 17, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

If documents are available they may be obtained from Yukon Housing Corporation, 410 Jarvis Street, Whitehorse, Yukon. Technical questions may be directed to Laura Vanderkley at 867-667-8114.

If documents are available they may be obtained from Yukon Housing Corporation, 410 Jarvis Street, Whitehorse, Yukon. Technical questions may be directed to Robert Kostelnik at 867-6+67-5795.

If documents are available they may be obtained from Yukon Housing Corporation, 410 Jarvis Street, Whitehorse, Yukon.

Technical questions may be directed to Laura Vanderkley at 867-6678114.

Site Visit: September 11, 2014 at 9:30 a.m.

Site Visit: September 9, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.

Site visit: September 4, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is September 16, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

FRESH CUT 1,000 lb hay bales In the field $100 each 867-633-3388 Please leave a message

Puzzle Page Answer Guide

Sudoku:

Kakuro:

Yukon Water Board â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Application Notice Office des eaux du Yukon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Avis de demande Application Number NumĂŠro de la demande

Applicant/Licensee Demandeur/Titulaire

Water Source Location Point dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;eau/Lieu

Type of Undertaking Type dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;entreprise

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

RE14-039

Friends of Mt. Sima Society

Unnamed Creeks (Sima 1 and Sima 2)

Recreational

September 22, 2014

PM08-616-1 (Amendment of PM08-616)

Bruce Nibecker

Bonanza Creek

Placer Mining

October 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 Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Ă lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Office avant la date limite indiquĂŠe sur le prĂŠsent avis.

Pour voir les demandes, consultez le registre en ligne WATERLINE au http://www.yukonwaterboard.ca ou rendez-vous au bureau de lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Office des eaux du Yukon. Pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez communiquer avec le secrĂŠtariat de lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Office au 867-456-3980.

Crossword:

Word Scramble A: Culprit B: Chicane C: Sere

09.12.2014

YUKON BROOMBALL AGM, October 4, 10am, at Sport Yukon. All welcome

YUKON NEWS

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2014 RED DUN Quarter horse-Tennessee Walker cross, light build, has some training but needs more, $1,100. 867-536-2633

SOLID OAK bar with brass foot rest, 4 solid oak bar stools, originally from the Country House, exc cond, $500 obo. 633-4618

FREE GOATS, too many born this year, 4 goats to a good home, option to take one, call me for details. 333-0472

SERVER/HUTCH, FAUX marble top, dark wood, 2 cupboards, 2 drawers, wine rack, exc cond, $450 obo. 633-4618

3PT HITCH MF plow, 4 furrows, gd shape, $1,200. JD 12' discs, $700. 3pt hitch 1 row transplanter, $1,500. 332-0343

TWIN MATTRESS, boxspring, frame & headboard, $200. 332-8945

REGISTERED FOUNDATION QH mare, 11 years old, well built, well started, 30 solid days, gentle, ties, trailers, stands for farrier, regularly trail ridden bareback, started under saddle, $800 firm. 399-3791 WANTED: HORSEBACK riding lessons for 8 year old girl near Mary Lake. Please call 668-2571 FOX LAKE HERITAGE FARM -Free range, grass-fed “phat” chickens, 8-12 lbs -Free range, grass-fed Heritage turkeys for Thanksgiving -Brome Hay for sale -Chicken plucker for rent 334-8960

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 TODDLER BED, open to offers. 334-7061 CHILDRENʼS CLOTH recliner, light beige, $40. 668-4010 LIGHTNING MCQUEEN themed bed, in good cond, $220. 334-9511 GRACO INFANT car seat, $25. 336-1502

Childcare MONTESSORI BOREALIS PRESCHOOL has limited spots available for 2 to 5 year-olds.

For more information about the program and to register, please call 456-7100 or visit MontessoriBorealis.com MAY-MAYʼS FDH IN COWLEY CREEK has two full-time spaces available for 18 months plus.

Monday to Friday, 7:45-5pm Meals and diapers included.

Please contact Mary @ 668-3348 or quaile@klondiker.com

Furniture LARGE CHINA cabinet & buffet, dark wood, glass front doors, $350 obo. 633-3805 CHESTERFIELD, $100, bed chesterfield, $75, oak book case, $25, oak highrise swivel bar stool, $40, 4 cushion top stools, $30, king size sheets, 5 units, $25. 660-4806 SOLID OAK kitchen table, seats 6-8, c/w 5 chairs, good cond but needs some TLC, good refinishing project, $150. 393-3966 HAND CRAFTED log bed, made from standing dead poplar trees, beautiful Queen size bed, $800 obo. 867-399-3904 after 6pm

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SEALY POSTURPEDIC king size mattress, box springs & frame, exc cond, very clean, has always been used with mattress protector, $475 obo. 633-4618 SINGLE BED with mattress, wooden frame with 3 drawers on bottom, $200. 660-5020 LOVESEAT HIDE-A-BED, slightly used, pretty new, beige. 336-4333 TEMPUR-PEDIC MEMORY foam mattress, paid $3,000, asking $1,000, exc cond.

334-9990 SEALY POSTURPEDIC mattress, California King. In exc cond, a bit too soft for me, 2 yrs old. You pick it up. 668-4634 SOLID OAK entertainment centre, 5' x 4ʼ, fits a 36” TV. Room for stereo & other equipment, exc shape, $200. 668-4198 WOODEN BUNK bed without mattress, $50.

660-5020 MEMORY FOAM mattress, very clean, $125. 334-1732 OLDER 4-DRAWER filing cabinet including insert, $80. 633-5362 4ʼ ROUND d/room table & 6 chairs, dark wood, leather seats & backs, $350 obo.

633-3805 40” DIAMETER round patio table with yellow/white umbrella & stand, $25. 668-6079

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

Garage

CLOSES: NOON PST, Friday, September 19, 2014 Yukon College has an excess of used office furniture for sale.

Furniture includes desks, chairs, filing cabinets, shelves and more.

Public viewings will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, September 16 and 17. Interested parties will meet at the Yukon College Main Reception (500 College Dr) at 10am PST either day.

Furniture will be sold as 1 lot through a bidding process.

Successful bidder must have all items removed by Wednesday, September 24 by 4:00pm PST.

SALES

EQUIPMENT DISPOSAL TENDER Ice Resurfacer Blade Sharpener Package available now at City Hall, 2121 Second Avenue, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 1C2.

Bids to be received before 3 pm Local Time, Tuesday September 23, 2014.

Visit our website at:

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH ARKELL

M 81 NORTHSTAR Dr, Copper Ridge, Friday September 12, 5pm-8pm, last one, new stuff, craft supplies, handmade cards, clothes, carpets PORTER CREEK

www.whitehorse.ca

M 1410 CENTENNIAL St, Porter Creek, Friday September 12, 10am-2pm, offers welcome, no early birds

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH

Jacob Heisler,

also known as Jay Heisler, Deceased, late of Tagish, Yukon Territory, who died on

August 27, 2014.

All persons having claims against the above-mentioned Estate are requested to file a claim, supported

by Statutory Declaration, with Bhreagh D. Dabbs, on or before September 26, 2014, after which date the Estate will be distributed having reference only to claims which have been so filed.

All persons indebted to the Estate are requested to make immediate payment to: Bhreagh D. Dabbs AUSTRING, FENDRICK & FAIRMAN Barristers and Solicitors 3081 Third Avenue Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 4Z7

ARKELL

M 6 PTARMIGAN PL, Arkell, Saturday September 13, 9am-1pm, if raining may carry on to Sunday September 14, same time, bannock+jam, camping gear, black futon, clothes etc COPPER RIDGE

M 32 WINZE PL, Copper Ridge, Saturday September 13, 8am-1pm, no early birds please M 131 PUEBLO CRES, Copper Ridge, Saturday September 13 starting at 9am, rain or shine, multi-family M 21 & 24 RUBY LANE, Copper Ridge, Saturday September 13 starting at 8am, multi-family DOWNTOWN

M 5059-5TH AVE, downtown, Sunday September 14, 10am-1pm, moving out sale, bed, dresser mirrors, kitchenware etc, 336-1647 M 808 WHEELER ST, downtown, Saturday September 13, 9am-2pm GRANGER

WHITEHORSE DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB September 9, 2014 1st - Mark Davey & Chris Bookless 2nd - Diane Emond & Don Emond 3rd - Bob Walsh & Darwin Wreggitt We play every Tuesday at 7:00 pm at the Golden Age Society.

New players are welcome.

For more information call 633-5352 or email nmcgowan@klondiker.co

Furniture Sale

Any questions and bids should to be directed to purchasing@yukoncollege.yk.ca or 867.668.8714.

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M 19 WILLIAMS RD, Granger, Saturday September 13, 9am-12Noon, multifamily, tools, household items, furniture, hot dogs

PUBLIC TENDER SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF VARIOUS HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES FOR YUKON HOUSING UNIT 207 ALEXANDER (SEPTEMBER 2014) Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is September 23, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

If documents are available they may be obtained from Yukon Housing Corporation, 410 Jarvis Street, Whitehorse, Yukon. Technical questions may be directed to Raymond Mikkelsen at 867-6675718.

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

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

Advertise your Home in 3 issues (3 consecutive weeks)

for only

$

60+GST

PHONE: 867-667-6283

M 20 THOMPSON RD, Granger, Saturday September 13, 10am-2pm, household items, fridge, small kitchen appliances, dishes, bedding, towels, books, games, toys, Halloween stuff M 3 WILLIAMS RD, Granger, Saturday September 13, 8am-12Noon, oak furniture, caming gear, books, clothes KULAN

M 24 LABERGE RD, Kulan subdivision, Saturday & Sunday September 13 & 14, 10am-2pm, Estate sale, boats, new oak cupboards, couches, chairs, large assortment of newer tires, fridges, stoves, tools both mechanical & carpentry LOGAN

M 5 WARBLER WAY, Logan, Saturday, September 13, 9am-12Noon, small household appliances, kitchen supplies, toys, kids clothes, sports equipment, office supplies, camping stuff etc

MCPHERSON

M 15 MACPHERSON RD, MacPherson sub, Saturday September 13 & Sunday September 14, 10am-4pm, lots of everything PORTER CREEK

M 1103 SPRUCE ST, Porter Creek, Saturday September 13, 9am-11am in the garage, rain or shine RIVERDALE

M 15 & 19 BELL CRES, Riverdale, Saturday September 13, 10am-1pm M 31 ALSEK RD, Riverdale, Saturday Sept 13, 9am-12Noon, household items, jewelry, clothes, shoes etc M 28 STEWART RD, Riverdale, Saturday September 13, 9am-12Noon, knickknacks, a bit of everything, cancelled if raining M 13 KLONDIKE RD, Riverdale, Saturday September 13, 9:30am-12Noon, craft supplies, magazines, books, fabric, cancelled if raining M 12 DONJEK RD, Riverdale, Saturday September 13, 9:30am-12Noon, Little Tykes play house, vanity, wagon, table/ chairs, picnic table, kitchen items, kids toys/clothes etc M 51 ALSEK RD, Riverdale, Saturday September 13, 9am-2pm, 2-family yard sale, cancelled if heavy rain TAKHINI WEST

M 104 & 106 FALAISE RD, Takhini West, Saturday September 13, 9am- 12Noon, multi family, lots of tools, household items & toys TAKHINI - TAKHINI MHP

M 140 TAKHINI TRAILER COURT, Range Rd, Saturday September 13, 9am-1pm, lots of kids stuff, household items, DVD’s, women’s clothing etc

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M 10 BRYDE PL, Crestview, Sunday September 14, 10am-2:30pm, bit of everything, canning supplies, cancelled if raining KULAN

M 24 LABERGE RD, Kulan subdivision, Saturday & Sunday September 13 & 14, 10am-2pm, Estate sale, boats, new oak cupboards, couches, chairs, large assortment of newer tires, fridges, stoves, tools both mechanical & carpentry MCPHERSON

M 15 MACPHERSON RD, MacPherson Sub, Saturday September 13 & Sunday September 14, 10am-4pm, lots of everything

MARY LAKE

M 58 FIREWEED DR, Mary Lake, Saturday September 13, 10am-3pm, household items, furniture, construction items (electrical/plumbing) outdoor items, everything to go

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