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A day for remembrance Wild outlook Halin de Repentigny’s latest paintings are inspired by his time living off the land in the Peel watershed.

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City pitches $55M plan for new buildings PAGE 3

Clean sweep The Bantam Mustangs went undefeated at the Whitehorse Minor Hockey Association’s International Fall Showdown.

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A family kneels by the Remembrance Day wreaths after adorning one with a poppy.

Yukon Housing squeezes veterans: NDP PAGE 5 Hey, Big Spender.

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Yukon MP Ryan Leef says the federal governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s consultations with Yukon First Nations over changes to the territoryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s environmental review regime was thorough and adequate.

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Faro Care and Maintenance Procurement Forum Thursday, November 20, 2014 10:00 a.m. to Noon The Old Fire Hall The Yukon government will be initiating the retendering of the Faro care and maintenance contract in the fall of 2015, for an April 1, 2016 contract start.

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Whitehorse driver hit with drug and weapon charges On Sunday at approximately 4:50 p.m. Whitehorse RCMP responded to a complaint of a Hyundai Elantra driving erratically on Hamilton Boulevard heading

towards Two Mile Hill.

Police found the suspected driver and his vehicle downtown.

A 20-year-old man has been charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, possession of drugs, and carrying a concealed weapon.

lawyers for the council agreed that in any conflicts resulting between the act and the UFA, the UFA would prevail, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing that will directly impact the spirit or the intention of the UFA,â&#x20AC;? Leef said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think at any particular point they were arguing that there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sufficient consultations on certain portions of the proposed legislation but the four key points they brought forward. When you look at the number of recommendations that came forward during the review, a vast majority of them were accepted.â&#x20AC;?

Yukonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First Nations have four main objections, which include changes that would give the federal minister authority to delegate powers to the territorial minister.

Leef said that First Nations will have more opportunities to voice their concerns as the bill passes through first, second and third reading in Parliament. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the process is flawed and there is contention with it, then Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m keen to focus on that. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s find a way to define consultation,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What is sufficient consultation? Is it 80 per cent? Is it x amount of hours? There is a bit of a subjective value to consultation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At some point either or both sides have to recognize there may be a decision made that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t please everybody.â&#x20AC;?

Contact Myles Dolphin at myles@yukon-news.com

The name of the man cannot be released because the charges have not been sworn in court.

Whitehorse RCMP Const.

Dean Hoogland said the investigation is ongoing and more charges are possible.

(Ashley Joannou)

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City unveils $55M plan for new municipal buildings Myles Dolphin News Reporter

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he City of Whitehorse plans to spend $55 million over the next three years to build itself two new headquarters for city staff.

The plan, tabled by Mayor Dan Curtis at Monday evening’s council meeting, would eat up 70 per cent of next year’s $30 million capital budget.

It would result in a new city services building erected where the fire hall now stands on Second Avenue, along with a new operations building to be located near Range Road and Two Mile Hill.

The city says the plan, called the city’s Building Consolidation Project, should ultimately save money by shuttering old, energyinefficient buildings and bringing most of its workers together under two roofs, rather than having them scattered in many downtown locations.

The services building would house human resources, parks and community development, corporate services and development services. The operations building would be the new home for fleet maintenance, waste and water services, utility systems, engineering, operations, transportation maintenance and traffic maintenance.

The new buildings will reduce costs, improve service delivery and make operations more efficient, Curtis said.

Construction could start in early 2016 and occupancy is planned for late 2017.

“There is a strong business case for this project and this is the right time to move forward,” Curtis said during his budget address.

The city says many of its departments are working in old and deteriorating buildings that are costly to operate.

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The City of Whitehorse has announced plans to build two new headquarters for its staff. A new services building would stand where the fire hall is on Second Avenue, while an operations building would be built at Range Road and Two Mile Hill.

“The current state of affairs demonstrates that existing buildings do not meet current building codes or energy codes and require major upgrades just to remain operational,” it states on its website.

“Buildings have lifespans and ours are well past theirs.”

According to a new city report, which can be found on the city’s website, the Municipal Services Building on Fourth Avenue is approximately 50 years old and houses eight departments.

It consumes more energy that any other operations building and more than the 11 smallest city buildings combined.

The Transit Services building on Tlingit Road, built in 1981, houses three departments and is

considered to have insufficient vehicle parking and meeting room space.

The Animal Shelter building cannot be properly sanitized, its concrete floor is cracking and the building envelope doesn’t meet present standards.

The new buildings would be 80 per cent more energy efficient than the National Energy Building Code, the report states.

The city says that if it sticks with the status quo, it would cost 2.77 times the proposed plan over its 50-year lifespan, or the equivalent of a 23 per cent tax increase.

“It’s more cost-effective to tear down and replace some of our current buildings rather than try and repair or expand them to

good working order so they can meet current and future needs,” the city states on its project website.

This project will not result in a tax increase, Curtis said on Monday.

Funding for the project is split three ways, with $6 million coming from the gas tax, $13 million from capital reserves and $2 million from financing.

Work for the project would be publicly tendered.

Other highlights of the 2015 capital budget include $750,000 towards odor mitigation and operational improvements to Livingston Trail Lagoon. Residents from Porter Creek and Whistle Bend have recently complained about the smell coming from the

lagoon.

The city is also spending $370,000 on improvements to the Canada Games Centre, the Takhini Arena and the Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre.

More than $500,000 in water, waste and road equipment will be purchased in order to deliver services to the Whistle Bend subdivision.

The city is holding a building consolidation open house on Nov. 19 and its capital budget input night is on Nov. 24.

A public input report will be presented to council on Dec. 1 and the second and third reading of the budget is scheduled for Dec. 8.

Contact Myles Dolphin at myles@yukon-news.com

Getting in bible college is a breeze: NDP money orders, western union and personal checks are all acceptable methods of payment. These offers his week a friend of NDP are available through November MLA Kate White applied for 17, 2014.” a PhD program at the Newburgh Newburgh, based in Indiana, is Theological Seminary & College not accredited according to stanof the Bible. dards set out by the U.S. DepartThe online school asked for no ment of Education. proof of previous post-secondary Accredited PhD programs, education before emailing off an both in Canada and the U.S., acceptance letter. require four to seven years of full “You will need 30 hours to time study and rigorous academic complete the course requirements assessment. for this degree plus a dissertaThe Newburgh Theological tion,” according to the letter.

Seminary has come under The email also explains the dif- scrutiny in recent weeks because ferent ways to pay the US$2,595 Albert Trask, Yukon’s assisttuition. A monthly payment plan ant deputy minister for public is available, or you can pay upschools, has a PhD from that front for a US$300 discount. institution.

“Credit cards, debit cards, Trask signs his Education corJacqueline Ronson News Reporter

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respondence as “Dr. Albert Trask” and sits on the board that evaluates the credentials of teachers to determine their salary level.

Valerie Royle, deputy minister for education, has defended Trask and his right to call himself “Dr.” She said that while Trask included his PhD on his job application, it had no bearing on his hiring or his pay.

Trask is qualified for the position he holds, with a master in education and decades of experience in the field.

His religious credentials are of no concern to the department, Royle said in an interview last week.

But the NDP’s education critic, Jim Tredger, said the department’s defence of the dodgy PhD calls

into question the integrity of our educational qualification system.

“Why somebody who has a recognized degree would be masquerading as something else is beyond me. And he should know better. To get a recognized masters is a lot of work.

“I’ve talked to a lot of teachers who have worked very hard to get a masters or a PhD and they’re just upset that this is happening.

And further to that, it’s turning the whole thing into a laughingstock, and people have worked hard to create a good education system.

“It reflects on the ability of the minister to manage the department, when it’s been raised for some time now and we haven’t gotten any real answers.”

Education Minister Elaine Taylor has so far avoided the issue, calling it a personnel matter.

“I am a bit astounded by the line of questioning coming forward from the member opposite,” responded Taylor to questions from Tredger on the issue last week.

“Surely, given the background of that particular member, I am absolutely astounded that the member opposite is implying that I, as an elected official and a member of cabinet on this side of the House, would be responsible for personnel-related issues – I would be responsible for hiring, for dismissal, for adhering to grievances – and the list goes on.”

Contact Jacqueline Ronson at jronson@yukon-news.com

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BYTE plans to close its free store

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Unlike the other free store in town, at the local dump, this one specifically targets youth and ringing Youth Towards Equal- focuses mostly on free clothes. ity will be shutting down its It’s run out of BYTE’s office in free store at the end of the year. downtown Whitehorse.

Staff at the non-profit, better The organization has four known as BYTE, say the organiza- full-time staff members and often tion has grown and doesn’t have hires people on when funding for space in the office anymore for other projects becomes available. the store.

Johancsik estimates that by “Basically we have a lot of staff January there could be as many as members right now, and a lot of seven or eight people working in exciting new projects happening,” the offi ce. said communications officer Kara One new staff member has Johancsik. been hired to plan and organize “There’s actually somebody who’s not working on a desk right an entrepreneurship conference in May. now. We essentially just want A second person is likely going to make room for some of the to be hired soon to organize a projects we’re doing. So that will winter youth conference. allow us to do that, clearing up A graphic designer is also that space.”

working with BYTE right now.

There aren’t any statistics on how many people visit the free store, by Johancsik said it’s used often.

BYTE hopes a different organization, with more space and more daily foot traffic, might be willing to take over the store.

“We think it’s a really great thing for the community. But we just don’t have the capacity for it right now.”

No plans have been made yet for what would happen to the clothes if the store does not find a new home. Johancsik said things would likely be given to the Sally Ann or another thrift store in town.

his truck while travelling towards town. The truck hit a couple of curbs and struck a large billboard sign before coming to a stop in a nearby parking lot,” police said in a press release.

Few details are being released, but the man is now facing eight charges, including possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, obstructing a police officer, possession of drugs and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.

On top of that, he is facing several charges under the Motor Vehicle Act: operating a vehicle without a driver’s licence, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, exceeding the posted speed limit and driving carelessly.

He was also issued a 24-hour roadside suspension.

His name is not being released because the charges have not yet been sworn in court.

(Ashley Joannou)

Ashley Joannou News Reporter

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Yukon Housing should leave veterans’ benefits alone: NDP Ashley Joannou News Reporter

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ore than two years after she first started asking about it, the NDP’s veterans critic says she still has questions about the way Yukon Housing deals with veterans and their spouses.

Kate White disagrees with the Yukon Housing practice of counting a veteran’s disability pension towards their “income” when calculating the amount they should pay for housing.

The disability pension given by Veterans Affairs Canada is given to veterans – including Canadian Armed Forces and members of the RCMP – who were disabled on the job.

“Yukon Housing uses that as part of their rent calculation. So it’s considered income,” White said.

“But it should not be considered income because it’s a payment for pain and suffering. It’s a payment for what was sacrificed.

It’s not an income.”

White was first alerted to the problem in 2012 thanks to Yukon couple Earl and Luella Arnold.

Luella’s first husband was injured in the Second World War. “In World War II he was shot in the face and the bullet travelled down his throat and came out his chest. It affected his life from then on. He died quite young,” White said.

She continued to receive that pension for the rest of her life and used it to help raise her family, White said.

When Earl and Luella moved into social housing in 2007, their rent was calculated based on their income, including the disability pension Luella was receiving.

According to a letter from

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NDP MLA Kate says she still has questions about why Yukon Housing considers veterans’ disability payments income when calculating rent.

then-housing minister Scott Kent, rents are set at 25 per cent of the household income.

“My two lovely little seniors paid almost $1,300 a month in rent to Yukon Housing. They did not live large,” White said.

In 2012, a federal judge ruled that Ottawa needed to stop taking back disability benefits from veterans.

In a class-action lawsuit that lasted five years, the lawyers said that veterans’ long-term disability benefits were being reduced by the amount of their disability pensions.

Part of their argument was that benefits were being unjustly taken back because the payments were unfairly being considered income.

In the end a $887-million settlement was reached.

“The practical consequences of the claimed offset is to substantially reduce or to extinguish the long-term disability coverage promised to members,” Justice Robert Barnes said in his decision.

He later added: “That is an outcome that could not reasonably have been intended and I reject it unreservedly.”

In the Yukon, the Arnolds had hoped that the same argument could be made when it came to their rent payment to Yukon Housing.

They appealed to have their rent reduced. But the housing committee denied their appeal.

The appeal committee pointed

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to the lease signed by the couple, which defines income as “money or monies received from any source...” with only a few exceptions.

The committee recognized the confusion caused by the class-action judgment. However, they said

the federal court decision is not transferable to other situations.

It was a decision based only on insurance law, they said, quoting from an early letter from Justice Minister Mike Nixon.

The Arnolds considered taking their case to the Yukon’s ombudsperson, White said, but that never materialized.

Luella passed away two years ago and Earl passed away this August.

Even after their appeal was denied by Yukon Housing, White brought the issue up in the Yukon legislature.

In November 2012 she asked for Yukon Housing’s policy to be changed.

In his response, Premier Darrell Pasloski said the issue is something that should be looked at.

Yukon Housing spokesperson Doug Caldwell said the policy hasn’t changed. He said his department would have to wait for direction from the Finance Department before making any changes.

He couldn’t say how many Yukon Housing clients are also recipients of the veterans disability pension.

Questions to the cabinet office were not answered in time for today’s deadline.

Contact Ashley Joannou at ashleyj@yukon-news.com

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Don’t undermine Yukon’s regulatory regime Linda Leon Open letter to MP Ryan Leef:

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ill S-6, which will amend the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Act, is now before Parliament. It was introduced through the unelected Senate, an allowable if questionable route for bills to take.

The Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Act is a carefully written document that respects First Nations, non-native citizens, the business community, the mining industry and future generations. The process of creating YESAA was transparent.

Bill S-6, meanwhile, was concocted through secret consultations between federal and territorial representatives and the mining community. First Nations were allowed to sit at the table but, if Grand Chief Ruth Massie of the Council of Yukon First Nations is to be believed, their input was ignored. The public was not informed of the process nor was it welcome at the table.

Ken McKinnon, acting chair of the assessment board, had his invitation to testify before the Senate committee withdrawn because “appearance in person will not be necessary.”

When one vested interest has the ear of government and the majority of citizens are snubbed, we should be concerned about the impartiality of our governments.

One amendment allows new proposals by resource extraction industries to be covered by old assessment requirements, regardless of the size or scope of the new projects.

Bill S-6 changes regulatory authority in Yukon. As a check and balance, the assessment board was set up to be arms-length from the territorial government and, by extension, pressure from vested

interest groups. Bill S-6 allows “the minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development with the authority to provide binding policy direction to the Yukon Environmental Socio-economic Assessment Board.” This subverts YESAA, the Umbrella Final Agreement and Yukon First Nations’ final agreements, which are interconnected. Giving authority to the federal government is a sideways manoeuvre to strip the assessment board of its immunity from influence.

Checks and balances were born out of an understanding that human beings are weak and that power corrupts. That is why they exist in democracies and not in corrupt authoritarian regimes.

Miners’ frustrations over what they see as bureaucratic slowness are understandable. Time delays over environmental assessments do cost money. However, miners’ claim that the length of time to receive approvals has increased in the last few years is not supported by facts.

Reasonable people would endorse Bill S-6 if they thought that it truly helped “improve the environmental review process.”

However, there is little in Bill S-6 to support that idea. Bill S-6 is a poorly written document filled with verbiage and loopholes. Nothing in the bill directly addresses time delays for assessments. It merely removes the need for oversight of additional projects and allows a federal minister to override the assessment board.

I contend that Bill S-6 is designed to make the resource extraction industry less accountable for their actions thereby creating wealth at the expense of the environment and the social well-being of northerners.

This bill is regressive. Please do not support Bill S-6.

Linda Leon is a Whitehorse freelance writer.

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City should leave curbside recycling to Blue Bin Open letter to Mayor Dan Curtis and Whitehorse city council: I am writing this letter in response to a news report that the City of Whitehorse is considering going into the business of curbside pickup recycling. You must be aware that an active small business is currently operating in the city.

This business saw the need in the city a couple of years ago for curbside pickup recycling. They strategized a business plan, started small, and invested their own time and money to get this started with the plan of expanding to existing neighbourhoods.

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have to do is take it to the end of your driveway and they take it away.

They leave you a blue bin did this without any governwith replacement compostment loan, grants or public money. They want to buy more able bags for the next biweekly pickup. This service equipment to allow for further expansion but are afraid to put costs $20 plus GST per month. any more money into a busiIt is ridiculous to use taxness that has to compete with payers’ money for a feasibility government for their customers. I can guarantee that a small study and force a private enbusiness can operate more effi- terprise business into closure. ciently and cost-effectively than We already have this business operating in our community any government agency. so why would you want to go I am referring to Yukon into competition with them?

Blue Bin Recycling Society, of which I am a satisfied customer. I hope you seriously reconsider this matter.

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Another ‘families with children’ platform misses the mark increase the amount of daycare expense that parents can write off

by Kyle by $1,000 and will increase the Carruthers child fitness tax credit from $500 to $1,000 a year.

There are parts of the Conservative plan that I prefer to the NDP plan, including the lack of a large, new government-run program, the validation of choices other than daycare, and the smaller n what is shaping up to be the price tag. I am also relieved that the Conservatives capped the “families with children” election, another federal party has benefit that high income families could receive under income splitunveiled a plan geared towards ting at $2,000. helping parents with the costs of However, there are some critiraising their kids. cisms to be made as well.

Following the NDP’s proposal The Conservatives have made for a big, new, one-size-fits-all little mention of what they are federal daycare plan – which I taking away: the child tax credit critiqued in an earlier column – the Conservatives have announced (not to be confused with the their rival scheme: leave childcare means tested Child Tax Benefit). to the market and use the tax code While families will receive a (taxable) $720 per year boost through to lighten the load for parents. the increased UCCB, they will lose Many have focused on the about $338 per year through the controversial “income splitting” part of the Conservative plan. But loss of the child tax credit. This would mean a net gain of $382, there are a few additional pieces except the UCCB is taxable (while that voters should be aware of the child tax credit was not) which spread the benefit a little meaning that the actual benefit is more broadly.

The Conservatives will increase even smaller. How much smaller depends on your tax rate, but at the monthly Universal Child the end of the day these changes Care Benefit (UCCB) from $100 mean significantly less in a parto $160 per child under six and have introduced a $60 per month ent’s pocket than the highly touted $60 a month figure and in most payment per child between the cases less than half. ages of 6 and 17. They will also

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This manoeuver seems to have been cynically designed to give the appearance that parents are receiving more than they actually are. Unlike the UCCB, which is received by parents as a highly visible monthly cheque, the child tax credit was factored into a person’s overall refund at tax time and will hardly be missed.

Then there’s income splitting.

The tendency of this plan to largely benefit high-income families at great expense to the treasury has already been widely panned by critics. But I am not necessarily persuaded of the alleged “unfairness” of the status quo.

Imagine one family with a single breadwinner who earns $150,000. Down the street lives a dual-income family, with each spouse earning $75,000. Both families earn identical incomes, yet the single-income earner’s family pays considerably more income tax. Income splitting solves this supposed imbalance by allowing the single breadwinner to “shift” some earnings to the spouse.

Perhaps this argument has some merit for families with both parents working full-time, but one earning far more than the other.

I’m less convinced we need to help families with a single breadwinner, because this case for income splitting ignores the significant

savings and non-economic perks of having a parent at home.

A family with a single breadwinner does not have to pay for daycare, unlike a dual-income family. These saving alone would more than balance any additional tax burden the single-income family would bear.

Also, having a parent at home frees up significant time for both parents in the evening and on weekends while the working family is catching up on laundry and dishes. So, even if both of our imagined families earn equal incomes, the one with the single breadwinner is still significantly better off.

Income splitting is not all bad.

It does provide some relief to families who need it – such as a single income, two-parent family with modest incomes and three or more children, where one parent stays home simply because the cost of daycare outweighs the lost income. Unfortunately, income splitting also gives a significant windfall to many who really don’t need it.

The most glaring failure of Tory plan (particularly compared to the NDP plan) is how little it has for those on the lower end of the income scale. The Department of Finance has a document on its website entitled “Helping Families Prosper” that helps cut through

Kyle Carruthers is born and raised Yukoner who lives and practises law in Whitehorse.

Not a real degree

Put housing cash towards home improvement loans I’ve been reading the recent articles about housing with a certain curiosity, so I decided to do a little research one afternoon. I looked at all kinds of public information available on the Internet such as news releases, annual reports, speeches, Hansard, and more.

Guess what I found? Almost 350 new units of some form of subsidized housing have been constructed in the Yukon over the last seven years, along with improvements to existing subsidized housing, at a cost to government (taxpayers) of over $163 million.

My numbers might be off by a few thousand. Bottom line, though, is that a really big whack of taxpayer dollars has gone into subsidized housing over the last few years.

Now our mayor of Whitehorse and the folks around the table with him have been doing a lot of squawking about affordable housing. This is the same group that is sending mobile homes the way of the dodo bird. Used to be that mobile homes were pretty much the basics in “affordable housing” and a starter or entry level into market housing for many of us.

On top of that, these same folks are making “regular” housing much less affordable to build

the maze of benefits, taxes, credits and deductions to see what these changes mean in terms of dollar and cents for Canadian families in varying circumstances.

The backgrounder considers the case of “Alison,” a single parent making $45,000 per year with a child under four. Alison is exactly the kind of parent who deserves help raising her child.

Alison’s net entitlement under the Conservative plan? $420 per year, or about half the cost of putting a child in daycare for a month. The NDP universal daycare plan would give her a far greater benefit in a single month than the Conservative plan does in an entire year – assuming she is able to find a space for her child, which, given Quebec’s experiences, is far from assured.

Families will likely appreciate having a few extra dollars in their pocket, but the Conservative plan severely misses the mark in terms of providing help to many families, like Alison’s, who really need it. Instead the Conservatives have chosen to focus on correcting an “unfairness” that affects only 15 per cent of Canadian families – many of which have high incomes to begin with.

with all the new rules, fees, code changes, etc.

Hmm... and they continue to squawk about affordable housing?

Go figure!

Here’s a novel idea. I think the remainder of the Northern Housing Trust – about $10 million or so – should be put into a permanent loan fund available to all Yukon homeowners to make improvements – particularly health, safety and energy related improvements – to their homes.

Make the loan low interest and 100 per cent repayable. That way it would be there for all Yukon homeowners, both now and in the future. Improvements to older homes could make them more saleable, becoming the new entry level or affordable homes, since we won’t have mobiles anymore.

And energy improvements will reduce heating costs as well as reduce greenhouse gas emissions – heck, double bang for the buck.

Oh yeah, and think about the economy here: jobs that could be created as well as purchases of material and supplies related to housing improvements. Forget about double, maybe that’s a triple or quad bang for the buck.

If any of this seems like a good idea to you, please feel free to forward it on to your friends

and neighbours, and be sure to let those politicians of any stripe know – municipal and territorial.

Remembering those who built the Alaska Highway

A couple years ago I wrote a letter to the editor about the shabbiness of the gravesite of Corp.

Time to cut property taxes Max Richardson, a man who died building the Alaska Highway. Since then it was cleaned On the City of Whitehorse webup and kept that way – a fitting site several weeks ago it showed ending for a brave man. that the city had a budget shortNow I have another request fall of $3.3 million dollars. I hope of the government. I feel that mayor and council are working on reducing our taxes by two per there should be a point of cent, not increase them by over 12 interest sign: one on the Watson Lake side and one on the per cent.

Whitehorse side of the graveThe City of Whitehorse has site. This sign should emphasize met its tax threshold and it the grave is a couple of kiloshould not be increased. City metres down the road. There staff can only do so much; they should also be a pull-over place need direction from mayor and council. So what direction are you so vehicles can safely stop on to giving the hard-working city staff the side, without causing an acto get the budget in balanced and cident, to view the gravesite and read about the corporal. reduce taxes?

This pull-over spot would I would like to hear at the next show tourists that are passing council meeting what direction they are taking so that municipal through from the Lower 48 or taxpayers can voice their opinion? from Alaska that we Canadians do care. It would give Corp.

And why is mayor and council spending so much time on hous- Max Richardson the recognition he deserves, and let his ing, when they are not looking countrymen know where he’s after their own house – City of resting.

Whitehorse public business?

JoAnne Harach Whitehorse

Wilf Carter Whitehorse

Michael D. Foubister Watson Lake

There are very good reasons why bible colleges are not accredited.

They require no critical thinking whatsoever. If it is in the bible – an ambiguous document at best – their mantra is “don’t question, just shut up and believe it.”

I suspect Albert Trask’s diploma from Newburgh Theological Seminary & College of the Bible has about as much educational standing as does a diploma obtained from the back of a comic book.

Critical thinking skills in a college such as Newburgh’s do not exist, nor do any science classes to enable an understanding of the world we live in or understand any important scientific questions of the day.

Even though Trask has accredited degrees from Newfoundland, it his questionable degree from Newburgh that he clings to with great pomposity, thereby tipping his hand as to what sort of thinking processes he will bring to the Yukon government’s Educational Department.

I am appalled that a person touting such a narrow pseudoeducation would even be considered for an assistant ministerial position in Yukon government’s Department of Education.

Alice Cyr Whitehorse

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Feds cut French employment program months, the benefit program attracted six new people to the territory. he federal government It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sound like much has abolished a program but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a significant number, that allowed Yukonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s according to Frederic Nolet, francophone businesses to ateconomic development directract and retain foreign worktor at the Association francoers. yukonnaise.

The French Significant Beneâ&#x20AC;&#x153;About 15 per cent of the fit Program, closed on Sept. 30, francophone community here made it easier for employers to was born outside of Canada, recruit internationally without including four in my office having to go through a lengthy alone,â&#x20AC;? he said. labour market evaluation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just recently we went Under the program, foreign through a hiring process where workers could stay in the Yukon we had two great candidates permanently if they wanted for a position but we couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t to when their visas expired, hire the best one because this based on the experience theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re program has been abolished. acquired in Canada. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the past when you found Without the program they a francophone immigrant who would have to go back to their could do the job, you could hire home countries to re-apply for them with this program and it another visa. only took about two weeks to The Yukonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s francophone get a visa permit. That was it.â&#x20AC;? population numbers around In 2006, under the Strategic 1,500 people and in the past 18 Plan to Foster Immigration to Myles Dolphin

Francophone Minority Communities, the federal government set a target of having at least 4.4 per cent francophone immigration outside of Quebec.

According to the 2011 census, francophones made up 4.3 per cent of the territoryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why one more person, or one less, makes a big difference, Nolet said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most of the francophone immigrants come here because theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done their research and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s place theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re considering moving to,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For at least half of the francophone immigrants who come here, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on a holiday. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when they realize they can raise their families in French and work in French.â&#x20AC;?

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and Jean-Marc Champeval, who own the Takhini Lodge, he added. Francophone immigration outside of Quebec is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;huge challengeâ&#x20AC;? and the benefit program was a valuable tool to attract francophone immigrants, Nolet said.

He believes the program was scrapped because Canada is about to overhaul its immigration system on Jan. 1.

Nolet said he was surprised to hear of its demise, especially after hearing Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immigration minister speak so highly about promoting francophone immigration only two days prior to the news. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our government is proud to promote francophone immigration to Canada, which will help to ensure our communities remain vibrant and prosperous,â&#x20AC;? said Chris Alexander, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s citizenship and immigration minister, on Sept.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will continue to work with our partners to attract francophone immigrants with the skills our labour market and economy needs.â&#x20AC;?

Nolet said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hoping the old program will be replaced. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any strategies or tools now to attract those people anymore,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Six new people were added to the francophone community in the past 18 months because of that program. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tough to hire and retain people here. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the francophone community, just like in the anglophone community, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of turnover.â&#x20AC;?

Canada welcomed 3,685 francophone minority immigrants in 2012, a four per cent increase over 2011, according to Citizenship and Immigration Canada.

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From 1812 to Cpl. Cirillo and WO Vincent, Remembrance Day honours sacrifice deadly Afghan combat mission that African War. restored military pride among Ca“Today, it is fitting that with this nadians at large and reinvested Receremony of rededication, we pay OTTAWA tribute to all those Canadians who in membrance Day with fresh vigour. ore than 200 years of CanaJordan Ochoski, who retired last the intervening years have laid down dian military sacrifice was month after serving five tours of their lives in the service of peace, packed into one emotional hour duty – three in Bosnia and two in justice and freedom, ‘’ said Princess Tuesday morning at the National Afghanistan – said there was a time Anne, the king’s grandaughter, War Memorial. in the 1990s when Canadian Forces speaking on the Queen’s behalf.

A national Remembrance Day members didn’t want to wear their Prime Minister Stephen Harper ceremony that sprang from, and uniforms in public. arrived for the ceremony after flytraditionally focused on, the great “I’ve lost a lot of friends, so Reing directly from a bilateral visit to world wars of the 20th century membrance Day is always a sombre Beijing, only to turn around hours sprawled out in 2014 to encompass occasion for me,” said Ochoski. later to wing back to New Zealand everything from the 1814 Battle of “Since the Afghanistan mission, and Australia.

Lundy’s Lane to last month’s deadly “We can never repay the debt we our popularity, I must say, went way attacks in Ottawa and Saint-Jeanowe to the intrepid men and women through the roof. A huge shift.” sur-Richelieu, Que. Gun-toting security personnel who paid for our freedom with their “We have had sombre occasion could be seen on nearby rooftops lives,” the prime minister said in a in past weeks to ponder our identity statement, “but we can remember and heavily armed security details as the very symbols of our peace barred the entrances to nearby Lantheir enormous sacrifices and pay and freedom were violated,” Gov. gevin Block, which houses the Prime tribute to their bravery and patrioGen. David Johnston told a massive tism.”

Minister’s Office – a visible reminder Ottawa crowd that police estimated of the Oct. 22 attack by a lone gunThis year marks the 100th annear 50,000. man bent on destruction. niversary of the outbreak of the Johnston, in full military uniAlthough traditionally rememFirst World War, as well as the 75th form, stood just steps from where brance ceremonies have honoured anniversary of the start of the SecCpl. Nathan Cirillo, an honour military sacrifice collectively and ond World War. Canadian military guard at the memorial, was gunned aircrews, meanwhile, have just been somewhat anonymously apart from down three weeks ago in an armed deployed into harm’s way over Iraq. the Silver Cross Mother, the Ottawa attack on Parliament Hill. Two days Gisele Michaud, whose youngest event had a very contemporary and earlier, Warrant Officer Patrick personal context. son, Master Cpl. Charles-Philippe Vincent died when he and another Harper, the Governor General Michaud, died of injuries suffered in soldier were run down in Quebec by Afghanistan in 2009, placed a wreath and even the chaplain delivering the a man harbouring jihadist sympaat the sun-dappled memorial as this prayer paid direct tribute to Cirillo thies. and Vincent. year’s Silver Cross Mother.

Their memories gave an imme“We gather today with our emoMany Canadian Forces members diacy to the well-versed solemnities in attendance said it was the long, tions still raw,” intoned Brig.-Gen. of Nov. 11 – the piper’s lament, the bugle call of the Last Post, the artilPrevention of Violence lery salute and the recitation of the Act of Remembrance.

Against Aboriginal Women Fund “It’s meaningful to me because of (2014-15) the brothers and sisters I would have lost, especially Nathan Cirillo with The Women’s Directorate invites applications to the Prevention the incident that happened here of Violence Against Aboriginal Women Project Funding. The downtown, (and) Patrice Vincent,” fund provides assistance to community based violence prevention said Master Corp. Veronique Lavoie, projects, designed and developed by and for Aboriginal women. who at age 29 already has a dozen years of military service.

“It’s not only outside of Canada The deadline for applications is Friday, November 14, 2014 now. It’s touching home as well.” by 5:00 pm. Projects may apply for up to $25,000 for one-year The war memorial, first dedicated projects or $50,000 for two-year projects.

by King George VI in 1939, was rededicated with the new inscription: Please contact Amanda Buffalo (667-8675 or 1-800-661-0408 “In Service to Canada - Au service ext. 8675), or Lorie Larose (667-3026 or 1-800-661-0408 du Canada” and the dates of the ext. 3026) if you would like help or support in developing ideas Afghanistan mission and the South for your proposal.

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dreds – including NDP Leader Tom Mulcair – assembled for the service.

In Hamilton, Ont., Cirillo’s hometown, a huge crowd packed a downtown square, where the young soldier’s legacy was top of mind.

The Canadian men’s rugby team, currently on tour in Europe, took part in Remembrance Day ceremonies in France on Juno Beach, where Canadians charged ashore on D-Day, June 6, 1944.

More than 60,000 Canadians lost their lives in the Great War and another 45,000 in the Second World War, some sobering context in this age of terrorist threats.

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He noted the memorial itself had been transformed into a place of sacrifice, “a place where an unknown soldier and a soldier now known to us all lay side by side in death having accepted to stand bravely on guard for our nation and for its values, rights and freedoms.”

And he paid tribute to military sacrifices that spanned from Lundy’s Lane in the War of 1812 to Panjwai district in Afghanistan.

As the morning unfolded, ceremonies were taking place across the country, including in Halifax’s Grand Parade Square, where hun-

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ew documents suggest that Canada’s last-minute decision to stretch its claim to the Arctic seabed all the way to the North Pole took federal bureaucrats just as off-guard as it did the rest of the world.

Hundreds of pages of records released under Access to Information legislation seem to show bureaucrats were as surprised as Canada’s allies when the Harper government announced it would delay its full submission under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea to give it a chance to try and claim exclusive rights to the sea floor under the Pole.

Days before the Dec. 6, 2013, submission was due, records show Foreign Affairs lawyers were still sorting out the difference between the geographic, magnetic and geomagnetic poles.

“There are apparently three North Poles,” reads a Nov. 21 email.

By that time, Canadian scientists had been working for years to prepare their country’s bid for rights to the Arctic seafloor. They had sailed on icebreakers, camped on sea ice and spent about $117 million painstakingly mapping which parts of that area could be shown to be connected to Canada’s continental shelf.

Actual mapping was said to be complete in 2011. The submission had been widely expected to stop just short of the North Pole.

Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird has not disputed published reports that Prime Minister Stephen Harper stepped in at the last minute to insist that the North Pole be included. Harper has said in the past that his government is only concerned with getting the largest claim possible for Canada.

So when Canada made its official submission on Dec. 9, it said the Arctic component wasn’t complete and that it would eventually include data backing up a claim that would include the Pole.

The request from The Canadian Press for documents related to that application generated, after an eight-month wait, more than 500

pages of emails, documents, briefing notes and transcripts.

With the exception of material already public such as press releases, the material was heavily redacted. Most documents include only the sender and the recipient, with the entire content of the message blanked out.

But enough information survived to suggest how last-minute the decision to try for the Pole was.

On Nov. 20, at 5:05 a.m., Foreign Affairs lawyers working on the continental shelf issue were presented with a series of urgent questions from the minister’s office. “(The minister) needs to know by 10 this morning the following …” reads the email, the rest of which is redacted.

There are a blizzard of emails in the following days between officials at the highest level of Canada’s Arctic seafloor mapping program.

Old press releases about Santa Claus’s purported Canadian citizenship were dredged up.

By Nov. 29, Baird’s office was demanding a complete list of everyone who had been previously consulted about the submission.

Five days later, talking points had been prepared for Baird to explain the changes.

Urgent questions were being relayed from the Privy Council, the body that provides advice and support to the prime minister. A media strategy was under development by Nov. 25.

Eventually, someone remembered Canada’s allies.

“We will have to provide some info for our embassy in Denmark at some point,” reads a Dec. 4 note.

“The whole thing just reeks of amateurism,” said Michael Byers, an Arctic expert and professor of international law at the University of British Columbia.

“It sounds like the decisionmakers had no idea as to the actual facts of the situation and were

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“They all believe that this is entirely Canadian domestic politics and they are hoping that the process will get back on track after the next Canadian election,” said

Byers, just back from meeting with Arctic diplomats and academics in Iceland.

“They’re hoping that even a Conservative government would put domestic politics aside and get back to the realities of international law and diplomacy.”

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Baloney Meter: Does the income splitting plan only benefit 15 per cent of Canadians? full well that the vast majority of parents will get absolutely nothing?â&#x20AC;?

Employment Minister Jason KenOTTAWA ney derided the question as â&#x20AC;&#x153;absolute enior Liberals, including leader rubbishâ&#x20AC;? before defending the plan, Justin Trudeau, say 85 per which Ottawa estimates would cost cent of Canadian households public coffers about $2.4 billion in wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see any benefits from the 2014-15 and roughly $2 billion per Conservative governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposed year until 2019-20. income-splitting plan. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In fact, 1.7 million Canadian The long-promised measure, families with kids â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that is nearly half billed as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Family Tax Cut,â&#x20AC;? was of the families with kids under the unveiled last week by Prime Minister age of 18 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will benefit from income Stephen Harper as one element of splitting,â&#x20AC;? Kenney said. a package of fiscal measures aimed He continued: â&#x20AC;&#x153;100 per cent of at families with kids. So is it true, as families, that is four million, will the Liberals claim, that 85 per cent of benefit from the total tax package all Canadian households would not and benefit package announced by benefit from income splitting? the prime minister last week.â&#x20AC;?

Spoiler alert: The Canadian Press That includes a measure to enrich Baloney Meter is a dispassionate the universal child-care benefit, examination of political statements which would be available to all famiculminating in a ranking of accuracy lies with children under 18. At the on a scale of â&#x20AC;&#x153;no baloneyâ&#x20AC;? to â&#x20AC;&#x153;full of same time, the government did away baloney.â&#x20AC;? with the child tax credit.

This one earns a rating of â&#x20AC;&#x153;no baBut in looking at income splitting loneyâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the statement is completely on its own, what percentage of Canaaccurate. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why. dian households would qualify for it?

after the government announced its intentions but before details of the plan were released. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In contrast to the families that would gain from splitting, 85 per cent of all households would gain nothing because they lack either a spouse (individuals and single parents) or a child under age 18,â&#x20AC;? the institute said in a October 2011 report.

In a study released this week, that studyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s co-author crunched the numbers again, and came up with an even higher percentage.

Jonathan Rhys Kesselman, who authored the latest report for the Caledon Institute of Social Policy, found 87.1 per cent of all households would fail to gain anything from the plan. The two-per-cent difference was likely due to the fact the morerecent calculations used updated data, he explained.

Tax policy expert Jack Mintz of the University of Calgary has yet to run the numbers to determine what percentage of families would benefit from income splitting, but he said the 85-per-cent estimate could well The facts What the experts say be accurate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Income splitting will not benefit First, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s look at estimates put However, Mintz said itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible 2.4 million two-parent families and forward by some of those who have taxpayers could alter their lifestyles it will not benefit any single-parent scrutinized the income-splitting to take advantage of the changes: a families,â&#x20AC;? Trudeau said Wednesday numbers. during question period. â&#x20AC;&#x153;How can The 85 per cent figure cited by the spouse, for instance, could decide to quit work and stay home to raise the the minister pretend income splitting Liberals matches the one calculated children. is all about families when he knows by the C.D. Howe Institute in 2011, Andy Blatchford Canadian Press

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;How many would get influenced by that?â&#x20AC;? Mintz said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know.â&#x20AC;?

But Mintz, who has been publicly supportive of income splitting, said not all changes to tax policy have to reach a large segment of the population to be fair. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yes, maybe 15 per cent (of all households) might benefit, but the main point is that there were 15 per cent that have been discriminated against under the tax system,â&#x20AC;? Mintz said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is correcting for discrimination.â&#x20AC;?

The Liberals say they calculated the 85-per-cent figure before the

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C.D. Howe report using data from Statistics Canada. Indeed, data from the 2011 National Household Survey actually produced a figure of 87.7 per cent, they said.

As for the government, Finance Department officials did not expand on where their 1.7-million-families figure came from, but it appears to be roughly in line with some of the Liberal calculations.

Statistics Canada says there are just over 4 million two-parent families in Canada. The glass-halffull government says 1.7 million, or almost 43 per cent, would benefit from income splitting, while the glass-half-empty Liberals say 2.4 million families â&#x20AC;&#x201C; about 60 per cent â&#x20AC;&#x201C; would not receive anything.

The verdict Trudeauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 85-per-cent figure is close to other estimates, including the partyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own internal projection, of what percentage of Canadian households would not benefit from income splitting.

The federal government, meanwhile, has not said the 85-per-cent figure is incorrect, but it hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expanded on how it came up with its numbers, either.

For these reasons, Trudeauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s statement on income splitting contains â&#x20AC;&#x153;no baloney.â&#x20AC;?

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Parliament Hill workplace goes under the microscope in wake of MP allegations Jennifer Ditchburn Canadian Press

OTTAWA vivid discussion is unfolding around Parliament Hill about the culture of this most unusual of workplaces and whether it is unfriendly to women.

The suspension of two Liberal MPs and an anonymous former parliamentary intern’s account of harassment, shared with the National Post, sparked the soul-searching. The perspectives on the issue are as diverse as the women who work or have worked around the still maledominated halls of power.

NDP MP Megan Leslie notes that power is a huge factor in the Parliament Hill workplace – between MPs and staff, from MP to MP and between politicians and journalists.

“Add to that, we’re not with our families, we’re away from our support systems for the week, we’re lonely,” said Leslie.

“It is an incredibly intense environment. All of that means that issues around harassment, policies around harassment, need to be in place all the more.”

Leslie said Parliament Hill is decades behind other workplaces in terms of tolerance of sexist and sexualized comments, which she says she gets on a daily basis.

“One of my colleagues has long hair, and she gets touched every day. Every day, a male colleague says, ‘Oh your hair is so pretty,’ and touches her,” said Leslie.

“You know, she has the right to do her job as an MP without being touched. It would never happen to the minister of Justice, the minister of Defence.”

One MP from another party, who asked to remain anonymous, said the problem with tolerating sexist language or jokes is that it can “set the stage” for harassment.

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NDP MP Megan Leslie asks a question during question period last Wednesday.

“Have I been the recipient of inappropriate comments? Yes, absolutely, but I’ve always seen it as my job to set the ground rules and say, that’s not acceptable,” said the MP. “On the other hand, I don’t know how someone who is 22 or 23 years old would deal with that.”

Candice Malcolm, a former aide to cabinet minister Jason Kenney, said she has nothing but positive things to say about her Parliament Hill experience.

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is coming out and it’s leading to a conversation. I think it’s healthy for people to be aware that sometimes there are problems,” said Malcolm, Ontario director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.

“I was very fortunate in my position … it was a very respectful office. There were a number of strong women who worked there already.”

Some think the debate is happening because the 2011 election saw an influx of a substantial number of younger, female MPs in the Commons, challenging the thresholds of tolerance for sexist or inappropriate behaviour. Liberal MPs Scott Andrews and Massimo Pacetti, who face

undisclosed allegations, were the subject of complaints by two female NDP MPs. “The more women have access and voice, the more the culture needs to shift and I don’t think it has shifted quickly enough,” said Nancy Peckford of Equal Voice, a group which promotes the participation of women in politics.

Equal Voice began a campaign and Twitter hashtag in April called “Respect Her” in an effort to address a “culture of casual sexism.”

Said Peckford: “In order for us to achieve our goal to get more women elected, we need to collectively demonstrate a spirit of respect.”

Sheila Gervais, a Liberal staffer in the 1980s and former party executive, said she experienced a range of unwanted behaviour from men she encountered in her political work.

She said change is hard to achieve as long as women still only make up a quarter of the MPs in the Commons.

“It’s a vicious circle. Until you get more of them there, you’re not going to change that place,” said Gervais.

“Women will change it, if they are there in appropriate numbers, but many of them do not want to go there because of that male-dominated and oriented culture.”

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Insights on hummingbird migration, life span revealed by program that captures, bands birds

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days between May and August on private property located about 1.6 kilometres south of Idaho City. Key to capturing hummingbirds, she said, is to go where there is an established feeding site put up by humans that has had time to attract generations of hummingbirds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll bring their kids, and their baby hummingbirds will bring theirs the next year,â&#x20AC;? Pollock said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So you just get more and more every year.â&#x20AC;?

Carl Rudeen, another hummingbird bander in Idaho, captured a record 768 hummingbirds in the state.

Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s discovered that a new species of hummingbird, the Annaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hummingbird, is starting to move into Idaho.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This year we caught two juveniles in August,â&#x20AC;? he said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the first documentation of juveniles in Idaho.â&#x20AC;?

His theory is that the species, which thrives in urban environments with human helpers, is moving from coastal areas to Idaho expecting to find hummingbird feeders at the ready.

All the new information has led to yet more questions.

For example, Peterjohn said, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not clear if hummingbirds on their long migrations fly hundreds of miles at a time and make long layovers to refuel, or if they are making relatively short 48-kilometre flights. The longevity of hummingbirds is also

unknown, with Peterjohn predicting birds in their teens will likely start showing as the banding program continues. A lack of banders in Mexico and central America is a problem though, he added.

And in Idaho, local banders are at a loss to explain why record numbers of hummingbirds were captured last summer. Some possibilities, Pollock said, range from a better breeding year to better migrating conditions.

But researchers can only speculate. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our knowledge has increased and made us realize how little we know and how much there still is to learn about hummingbirds,â&#x20AC;? Peterjohn said.

A male Calliope Hummingbird being held at the Intermountain Bird Observatory. The birds can live longer than 10 years.

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BOISE, IDAHO ummingbirds are giving up some of their secrets.

The perfecting of placing tiny numbered bands on their legs in the last decade has led researchers to discover hummingbirds can live longer than 10 years as opposed to the two or three once thought likely.

And astonishing migrations have been found, with a Rufous hummingbird caught in Florida one winter showing up the following summer more than 5,630 kilometres away in southeast Alaska. Some birds have even been discovered wintering in areas where temperatures drop below minus 18 degrees Celsius. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re learning a lot about hummingbirds through banding we never would have learned otherwise,â&#x20AC;? said Bruce Peterjohn, chief of the bird banding laboratory for the U.S. Geological Surveyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, Maryland.

Federal and state permits are required to capture hummingbirds, which are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. In the United States, Peterjohn said, there are some 225 hummingbird banders. About 125 are considered master bird banders because of the years they have spent perfecting the technique. An additional 100 banders trained by a master bird bander have sub-permits, though they are allowed to capture hum-

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mingbirds unsupervised.

Despite the obstacles, the number of hummingbird banders has increased from about a dozen in the mid-1990s.

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about when Fred Bassett started banding hummingbirds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They know exactly whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on,â&#x20AC;? said Bassett, 68, a master bird bander who caught 1,900 hummingbirds in Idaho last summer but spends much of the winter at his home in Alabama. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They know humans are supposed to put up the feeders. They consider us to be their personal servants.â&#x20AC;?

Bassett flew fighter jets before retiring from the U.S. Air Force in 1988 and still finds hummingbird flight amazing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I envy them greatly for being able to fly like that â&#x20AC;&#x201C; how they can manoeuvre, go from 0 to 50 miles (0 to 80 kilometres) per hour in about 10 feet (3 metre),â&#x20AC;? he said.

Besides advances in the tiny metal bands â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which banders have to prepare themselves â&#x20AC;&#x201C; breakthroughs have also been made in trapping equipment. Just as important, said Jessica Pollock, a research biologist with the Intermountain Bird Observatory at Boise State University, have been refinements in gathering information to give it greater relevance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You need to have a standardized protocol,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be willy-nilly.â&#x20AC;?

Her group last year caught a record 635 hummingbirds, including 105 recaptures, during nine capture

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Yukon artist journeys back to the land, back to another life Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter

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hen Halin de Repentigny’s first daughter was born, the young family made a bold choice.

“We did a crazy thing.

Something that people don’t do anymore, that people probably won’t do ever again.”

He took his partner Julia and their daughter Madeline Marie into the Hart River area of the Peel watershed to start a trapline and live off of the land.

“Madeline, she was in the Hart River when she was only six months old,” said de Repentigny.

“We didn’t even have a cabin yet. We went in October, we set a wall tent and I started building a cabin. It was like a movie. It really was like a movie.”

They stayed seven years.

Today, de Repentigny no longer lives off the land in the way he did before. But he has immersed himself back into that period of his life through painting.

De Repentigny is a life-long artist. He sold the first oil painting he ever made at age 10. It was a replica of a scene from a Greek village that he found in an encyclopedia.

The owner of a Greek restaurant bought it for $75, a fortune in 1969 to a kid from a poor Quebecois family.

When he lived in the Peel watershed, he painted and sketched there, too.

Recently, de Repentigny started to go through some of his material from that time.

“I dug out dozens and dozens of sketches from the ‘80s and ‘90s and covered the walls with them, and got back in the moment, and the mood that it was,” he said.

“I thought, let’s do something about the Peel watershed.

Everybody’s driving their truck, ‘Protect the Peel’ behind them, and nobody that came from Toronto, from somewhere back east, nobody knows the hell the Peel looks like. My own vision.

I didn’t take pictures of the Peel as a canoeist, I went there living, raising my kid.”

For de Repentigny, it’s about returning to that feeling, of being on the land and working to support a young family.

“I closed my eyes and I went back to the emotion.”

He went back to his old self, his old life, but with fresh eyes.

“I went back to the old me, but as a better painter, older and more experienced.”

De Repentigny’s latest works, about 30 pieces painted from

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Halin de Repentigny shared 30 new paintings in his exhibit Tributaries – Peel to Patagonia at the North End Gallery last Friday. The exhibit will be on display until the end of November.

sketches and memory, are on display at the North End Gallery through the end of November.

De Repentigny has always been the sort of person who follows his passion.

At 19 he had 10 acres, a cabin and a small trapline on the Gaspe coast.

“Back east, you didn’t really have a big trapline. You didn’t really make a living of it, it was just like a hobby,” he said.

His neighbour had a brother in Watson Lake. So de Repentigny headed west and north in search of adventure and greener pastures.

He ended up in Dawson, or rather, on the land around Dawson. He met a Tr’ondek Hwech’in girl, and he stayed.

“I feel like I’ve been here a hundred years now.”

Still, living on a trapline a 10-day snowshoe from town feels like another life, said de Repentigny.

“I think about it today, how crazy I was, I thought I was Superman. I thought nothing could happen to us. I think when you’re like this, you have some kind of a guardian angel, who’s telling you, ‘You can’t really let this guy get hurt. He’s so stupid.’

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Samples of de Repentigny’s new works on display at the North End Gallery.

As you get older and start learning, and understand more of life, I think your guardian angel goes away.”

About 10 years ago de Repentigny broke his legs “to bits,” he said.

It was time for a change. He left for Patagonia, the opposite end of this continent, and fell in love with it.

Now de Repentigny spends his winters in Argentina (although it’s summer there) and summers in Dawson.

Revisiting that time in the Peel watershed is like coming back to a former life, he said.

Before pulling out the old sketches, it had been years since he had painted snow.

Recreating those scenes and

memories from the Peel could keep him busy for another few years, he said.

“I’ve got so much of it left.”

Halin de Repentigny’s show, Tributaries, can bee seen at the North End Gallery in Whitehorse until the end of the month.

Contact Jacqueline Ronson at jronson@yukon-news.com

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Doobie Brothers reunite with Michael McDonald on country collabs disc bound, a tribute record that finds the venerable California band reworking their own songs TORONTO with help from the modern o hear the Doobie Brothstars of Nashville: Blake Shelton, ers tell it, the best part of Zac Brown Band, Toby Keith, reuniting with former bandBrad Paisley, Vince Gill, Hunter mate Michael McDonald was Hayes. the jokes.

Though they never really â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of people wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realize considered themselves country, this, but Michael is so funny,â&#x20AC;? the Doobie Brothersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; smoothly said longtime Doobie Brother chart-conscious mixture of John McFee during a recent roots, soul, Southern rock and visit to Toronto, seated in a R&B seemed an easy fit for the triangle between fellow memrecordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s guests. bers Patrick Simmons and Tom Some of those guests gave Johnston. the Doobies flattering feedback. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got to hear him tell jokes Others merely intended to give a lot and it was great. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flattering feedback. a great joke-teller.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;(Hayes) said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;My grandHis bandmates nod. father was influenced by the â&#x20AC;&#x153;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;95, we did a tour with MiDoobie Brothers,â&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; recalled Simchael and we were on the road mons of the 23-year-old with a with Steve Miller and â&#x20AC;Ś thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chuckle. the first time Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve really toured â&#x20AC;&#x153;We met a lot of the parents with Michael before, and I said: of the artists,â&#x20AC;? added McFee. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You could do a standup show,â&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; This record marks the first recalled an animated Johnston. time that these three and â&#x20AC;&#x153;He had us all in tears. And McDonald have appeared on a the joke â&#x20AC;Ś would go on for 20 Doobie Brothers record togethminutes. And he kept it up and er since 1976â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s platinum-selling made it work for 20 minutes.

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Given that Southbound finds the Doobie Brothers rolling with a younger generation who attested to their influence, do the band members themselves see the same imprint around music now? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re probably not the best judges of that,â&#x20AC;? McFee said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Doobies were influenced by so much roots music.

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Remembering the CANOL at the MacBride Museum HISTORY

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hitehorse residents crammed into the MacBride Museum last Thursday night to discuss CANOL, the secret pipeline and refinery project undertaken in Whitehorse during World War II. The meeting room at the museum was full to overflowing, and chairs had to be set up in the lobby to accommodate the large crowd in attendance for a special presentation. The event, instigated

by Pat Ellis, included speakers Ellen Davignon and Sally Robinson, accompanied by slides, sound and video clips.

There is little left in the Yukon today to remind us of this construction mega-project. The Japanese invasion of Alaska became a distinct possibility after the occupation of Attu and Kiska, two outlying islands in the Aleutians.

The United States thought that a supply of oil that was not dependent upon coastal transportation was of utmost strategic importance.

Thus was born the idea of transporting oil from Norman Wells in the Northwest Territories, to Whitehorse, where it could be refined into products essential to the war effort. Over 20,000 men and women were employed in this friendly invasion of the Yukon and Northwest Territories.

Museum member Keith Halliday acted as the master of ceremonies. Opening the evening, he laid out some background information of the project. The Yukon and Alaska became strategically important on the world stage during the war, with mega-projects like CANOL, the Alaska Highway, and the North West Staging Route, the latter being a string of landing strips spanning the north.

It should be noted that the CANOL project was considered one of the biggest boondoggles of the Second World War. Started the spring of 1942, the pipeline and the refinery were supposed to be up and running by October 1. Almost two years dragged before it was completed, long after its strategic value had vanished, at five times the projected cost. It is said that the project consumed more oil than it ever produced.

Halliday’s introduction was followed with a 12-minute

Yukon Archives, Finnie family fonds, 81/21, #456

The Whitehorse CANOL refinery under construction in October 1943. By this date, the refinery was 13 months behind the original schedule.

segment taken from a film on the CANOL project that was produced during the war by former Yukoner Richard Finnie. This clip portrayed the project through a stirring and patriotic lens. The film was followed with the showing of a number of still photos kindly provided by the Northwest Territory Archives, and a short audio clip from an old interview with Finnie about the CANOL project.

Notable in Finnie’s interview is reference to the blindly ignorant confidence of American contractors when the project began. These men had never heard of permafrost before the project started, but they certainly had by the end.

Finnie said that he saw many self-styled so-called experts come north full of self confidence, and leave weeping, weeks or months later.

Ellen Davignon provided an entertaining and informa-

tive perspective of someone who grew up during the CANOL years. She recalls how three men came to see her father about a problem with fires in the CANOL pump stations, which he was whisked off to solve. After the war, her family got a start in business at Johnson’s Crossing by supplying food and lodging to the salvage crews who came in after the war to clean up the abandoned supplies along the CANOL route. Her account was peppered with humorous and earthy stories of life during that era.

Yukon historian Sally Robinson described the historic resources that can still be found along the extent of the CANOL. Of particular interest were her remarks about the suspension bridge at Ross River. Threatened by demolition earlier this year, the bridge, which is perhaps the most charismatic of the sur-

viving elements of CANOL, was saved by a community initiative that has been held up as a model for heritage preservation everywhere. When demolition crews arrived at the site last winter, they were met by the entire Ross River village, which was camped out for fun and games on the ice at the bridge.

The contractors were told that they couldn’t bring down the bridge because the community was having a party.

The gentle and non-confrontational tone of the protest made it easy for the government to reconsider their plans for demolition, said Robinson. The south tower of the bridge has already been repaired, and once the Pelly freezes over, they can get started on the tower on the opposite shore.

After a brief intermission during which everybody enjoyed a tasty spread of

treats and purchased copies of Pat Ellis’ book The CANOL Adventure, guests returned to the meeting room to watch Allan Code’s 2006 documentary film, CANOL: Strange Invasion.

Featured in the film is Kaska elder Art Johns Sr., who, as a young man in 1942 led the first party of surveyors over the route that would be followed by northern Canada’s first mega-project. Johns, who was 92 years of age at the time of filming, offered up interesting insights into the pipeline and the impacts that it has had upon his land and his people.

Everyone appeared to enjoy the evening’s program, and few left before the final film was over.

Michael Gates is a Yukon historian and sometimes adventurer based in Whitehorse. His latest book, Dalton’s Gold Rush Trail, is available in Yukon stores. You can contact him at msgates@northwestel.net

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Remembering our heroes

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hitehorse honoured those who served their

country during the Remembrance Day ceremonies at the Canada Games Centre on Tuesday. Cadets also guarded the cenotaph by city hall the night before.

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Hundreds of kids poisoned by detergent pods; poison centres get thousands of calls, study says Lindsey Tanner

years, researchers report. Coma and seizures were among the most serious complications.

CHICAGO The cases stem from the more ccidental poisonings from than 17,000 poison centre calls squishy laundry detergent about the products received in the packets sometimes mistaken for toys past two years. The calls involved or candy landed more than 700 U.S. children in the hospital in just two children younger than 6 and most Associated Press

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weren’t seriously harmed. But one child died last year and the potential risks highlight a need for even safer packaging, the researchers said.

Some manufacturers already have revised packaging and labels in efforts to make the detergent packets or “pods” safer for children.

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Laundry detergent packets are held for a photo, in Chicago.

Accidental poisonings from squishy laundry detergent packets sometimes mistaken for toys or candy landed more than 700 U.S. children in the hospital in just two years.

The study found calls dipped slightly after some of those changes were made.

The products contain concentrated liquid laundry soap and became widely available in the U.S. two years ago. Some are multicolored and may look enticing to young children. Poisoning or injuries including mouth, throat and eye burns can occur when kids burst the capsules or put them in their mouths.

In the study, 144 had eye injuries, 30 went into comas and 12 had seizures.

Exposure to household cleaning products is among the top reasons for calls to poison centres involving young children. In 2012, detergent packet calls accounted for a fraction – about 6 per cent – of the 111,000 calls involving young children and cleaning products, according to the American Association of Poison Control Centers. Many calls involve regular laundry detergent, which can cause mild stomach upsets, but poison centre experts say the new concentrated laundry packets seem to cause more severe problems.

Jessica Morin of Houston says her 9-month-old daughter, Marlow, was sickened earlier this year when Jessica’s grandmother mistook a detergent pod for a teething toy and put it in the baby’s mouth.

“I called poison control and they said to take her to the ER immediately,” Morin said. Marlow was repeatedly vomiting and underwent

tests, but doctors at Texas Children’s Hospital found no serious damage and she didn’t need to stay overnight.

“We were very lucky,” Morin said.

“We don’t have those pods in our house anymore.”

The researchers examined 201213 data from the poison control centres group. Their study was published online Monday in Pediatrics.

Overall, there were 17,230 poison centre calls about young kids getting into the packets, including 769 children who were hospitalized. Dr. Gary Smith, the study’s lead author, said his hospital had two recent cases – kids who developed breathing problems and required treatment in the intensive care unit. He’s director of the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

The American Cleaning Institute, which represents makers of cleaning products, issued voluntary guidance in March encouraging manufacturers to use labels that prominently list safe handling information. The cleaning institute said it is also working with manufacturers to educate parents. But a survey the group released last week suggests many consumers still don’t know about the risks.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission says children should not be allowed to handle the packets and advises parents to store them out of children’s sight and reach.

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John McCrae’s wartime poem ‘In Flanders Fields’ still stirs sentiments today Diana Mehta

“The poem resonates with every Canadian and every soldier,” said the regiment’s commanding officer, t was published nearly 100 years Lt.-Col. M.B. Armstrong. “As a ago, but its words still ring true kid, I certainly knew the poem, I today. learned it in school and having been Despite the passage of time, a soldier for 38 years… It’s always Canadian Lt.-Col. John McCrae’s had significant meaning for myself poem “In Flanders Fields” – often personally and for, I would say, recited around Remembrance Day every Canadian.” or when a soldier dies in the line McCrae’s poem was first pubof duty – has managed to remain lished anonymously in Punch magarelevant to every conflict since the zine, a British weekly, and immediFirst World War. ately became incredibly popular, not “There’s a timelessness about just among those in the military but what McCrae recorded at the battle- also with civilians back home. field with a personal experience of When it eventually came to light loss,” said Sean Fraser, director of that McCrae was the one who had heritage programs at the Ontario penned the text, he found himself at Heritage Trust. the centre of attention, with many “It really grabs you when you soldiers requesting handwritten hear it because it’s the dead speaking copies of the poem. out to the living and putting the One of those copies is now on challenge to them.” display at the Canadian War MuMcCrae, who was born and seum in an exhibit focusing on the raised in Guelph, Ont., was a fighting in Flanders. military doctor who served on the “John McCrae is really an embattlefields of Western Europe dur- blematic figure in Canadian history,” ing the First World War. He was in- said museum historian Melanie spired to write his famous poem in Morin-Pelletier. “He wrote the May 1915, after the combat death of poem to help himself recover from a close friend, Lieut. Alexis Helmer. this very difficult event…it helped The simple, clear emotions him deal with the pain. I think that’s contained in his text could apply to a reason why it appeals so much anyone suffering a loss, said Fraser. to the families of the soldiers right “The honour to serve, the loss of away and it is still true today.” those who serve on our behalf and While the poem was about our part of the bargain to remember honouring the war dead, Morinthem and to remember that sacrifice Pelletier noted that it was also an – I think this really encapsulates appeal for men to see where their that, probably better than any other duty lay, and to take up the places of poem that I’m aware of,” he said. the wounded and the dead.

Despite the significance of the McCrae did not, however, live text, Fraser noted that a number of to see just how much an impact his people who’ve read the poem may poem had, particularly on the evennot be aware McCrae is a Canadian tual use of the poppy as a symbol of from Ontario. remembrance. He died of pneumoPart of the efforts to address that nia and meningitis in a small town gap in understanding is a plaque in France in January 1918. unveiled by the Ontario Heritage The opening lines of his poem Trust last week in Guelph.

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–“In Flanders fields the poppies blow/Between the crosses, row on row” – have immortalized the image of the small red and black flowers growing amid the destruction of the war’s bloody battlefields.

“There’s an unbreakable link between the poem and the poppy,” said Dianne Graves, author of A Crown of Life: The World of John McCrae. “Every year when we think of the poppy, up comes the poem again.”

An American woman reading McCrae’s poem in the last year of the war was inspired to wear the red flower as a sign of remembrance and respect for those who had died in the conflict. Moina Michael then convinced the American Legion to recognize the poppy as the official symbol of remembrance in 1920.

Simultaneously, a woman in France, also motivated by McCrae’s poem and Michael’s efforts, became an advocate of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance and sold cloth copies of the flower to raise money for war-torn areas in Europe.

McCrae was able to get a sense of his poem’s significance before his death – and was taken aback.

“He was quite surprised, I think.

(Poetry) was something he enjoyed writing in his spare moments,” Graves explained. “But (he was) glad that it would be a means that would help with raising money for war bonds and all kinds of things.”

Graves says McCrae should not be forgotten.

“And his contribution – that one poem – has made it possible for us to have remembrance the way that we do it these days, to be able to raise funds, to honour those who have given up their lives…it’s a tribute really to him and he truly is a Canadian icon.”

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Give new parents a pass when it comes to birth announcement

by Judith Martin

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of manners, or even particularly of syntax. When it comes to all things newborn, she is inclined to be forgiving – – and encourages you to be the same by not pointing out the perceived error.

As the alternative might be getting an earful about individuality and newness, silence is also simpler.

cups work the day shift. At dinner, soup should be served in bowls or the more formal rimmed soup plates.

Strictly speaking, what you have are bouillon cups, although Miss Manners acknowledges that they have also long been pressed into service for cream soup.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: DEAR MISS MANNERS: My I have just acquired six lovely daughter, a recent college graduate, has received invitations to DEAR MISS MANNERS: My double-handled creamed soup cups and am wondering how several wedding showers in one sister-in-law recently gave birth to eat from them politely.

Are month alone – – all of them to her second child. Her first the handles to be used?

Why the including the phrase “share our child is a toddler. My brotherdifference between the bowl and joy!” in-law, her husband, sent an the cup?

They are from all people she email saying, “New mom and GENTLE READER: Yes, yes! does not know well, and she is baby are doing well.”

Go ahead and pick up the cup sending polite regrets.

Is she still considered a “new by both handles and pour soup These showers are attended mom” even though it is her all over yourself. by 100-plus people, most of second child? I thought the term But only at lunchtime.

Soup whom are not invited to the applied only to first-time parents, i.e., when the first baby is born. It seems that the wording should have been reversed – – “Mom and new baby are doing well” – – as it is the baby who is new, not the fact that she is a mother.

Environment Yukon has ordered an emergency I ask because she was referclosure for caribou hunting in Game enced as “new mom” several Management Subzones 2-16, 2-23, 2-27, 2-28 times, and my brother-in-law and 2-39, starting November 5. The affected area even referred to himself as “new includes the Dempster Highway from kilometre 77 (North dad.”

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GENTLE READER: Perhaps This emergency closure applies to resident and non-resident the couple’s reasoning is that hunters. Because the vast majority of the caribou in these they are new parents to this sub-zones belong to the Hart River herd, harvesting rights particular child. Or perhaps, more likely, they are just sleepunder the Porcupine Caribou Management Agreement do not deprived. extend to these sub-zones at this time.

Either way, Miss Manners Help conserve the Hart River caribou does not find the error to be one

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GENTLE READER: The hosts probably don’t. Miss Manners thinks it rude to invite people to a shower in connection with a wedding to which they will not

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Mustangs gallop to gold in Whitehorse Tom Patrick News Reporter

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here is something to be said for having a home-ice advantage.

But it’s hard to imagine that had much to do with the outcome of the Whitehorse Minor Hockey Association’s International Fall Showdown over the weekend.

Whitehorse’s Bantam Mustangs simply trounced the competition to go undefeated in five games and win gold in the Tier 3 tourney.

“It’s good. It’s nice to have your family and friends be able to watch you play in your own rink and it’s good to win another gold medal,” said Mustangs captain Joe Stokes.

“But I think we need to start playing better as a team and we’ll be fine in the season.”

“We’re feeling good,” added Mustangs centre Bryce Anderson. “We’re playing well together, everyone is doing their part out there. Yeah, it’s good.”

The home team grabbed gold with an 8-1 shellacking of the Yellowknife Wolfpack in the final on Sunday at the Canada Games Centre.

As lopsided as the final score was, the first 30 minutes of play were neck-and-neck. After a scoreless first period, the Wolfpack took a 1-0 lead early in the second. A couple minutes later Whitehorse forward Dylan Cozens, who finished the game with two goals and two assists, tied it with a wrist shot through traffic from 15 feet out.

Whitehorse – a.k.a. the Mic Mac Toyota Mustangs – then took the lead on a goal from Stokes, stretching the mesh of the Wolfpack net with his high velocity shot.

Anderson, who assisted Stokes, then found sunlight between the post and Yellowknife goalie to score a power play goal before the end of the second.

Anderson was named his team’s Player of the Game following the final.

“Bryce is a 200-foot hockey player; he plays both ends of the ice,” said Mustangs head coach Martin Lawrie.

“He’s gifted offensively and a great passer and he makes the guys around him better. He’s a physical presence every time he’s on the ice. He’s a very complete hockey player.”

The Mustangs turned the third period into a bit of a shooting gallery. Beginning with a goal from Cozens, in poured contributions from forward Isaac Williamson, defenceman Niall Lawrie, forward Johnny Elias and forward Dylan Kindervater.

The Mustangs had already beaten the Wolfpack 9-2 during the round robin portion of the tournament.

“Yellowknife actually played us in two pretty good games,” said Lawrie.

“The first one was very similar, it was a tight game for most of it, and then we tilted the ice on them late in the game.

“This game as well, we came out really tentative. There wasn’t a lot

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Bantam Mustangs forward Dylan Kindervater stickhandles the puck against the Yellowknife Wolfpack during the gold medal game of the International Fall Showdown at the Canada Games Centre on Sunday. The Mustangs won 8-1.

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Left: Mustangs forward Cruz Goodman scores on Juneau Saturday. Right: Mustangs forward Mackenzie Benn-Wipp creams a Juneau player.

of emotion early in the game and started picking it up in the second. In the third they came out hard.”

“I think they expected to win and didn’t realized they’d have to actually play the game. It took them a while to realize Yellowknife wasn’t going to give it away.”

The Whitehorse Mustangs opened the tournament with a 9-2 win over Alaska’s Wasilla Mat-Su Eagles on Friday.

Whitehorse then thumped the Juneau Capitals twice – once in the round robin and then in the semifinal. (Scorekeepers stopped recording Whitehorse goals shortly after the Mustangs blew past a dozen.)

The Eagles took the bronze with an 8-3 win over Juneau Sunday.

“We knew, playing Whitehorse

on Friday night, they come with a lot of good talent and good size, and they have a structured game,” said Wolfpack head coach Brad Anstey.

“So we knew for us to be a little more competitive against them we had to play a stronger, structured game ourselves: a good forecheck and play good strong defence, even when we’re in the offensive zone. And our guys came out and executed really well. We put a lot of pressure on the defence, our gap control was really good, we aggressively forechecked, and we took the time and space away from them … in the first two periods.”

Sunday’s gold marked the Bantam Mustangs’ second tournament win of the season. The Mustangs went undefeated to win the Seafair

International Ice Breaker, a Tier 2 tournament, over the Thanksgiving weekend in Richmond, B.C. “We played well throughout the tournament, just a couple lapses,” added Stokes.

“It’s really nice to have lots of teams that are close to Whitehorse and have them come up and give us some competition.”

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Peewee Mustangs down Eagles for bronze

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Peewee Mustangs goalie Quinn Howard makes a glove save during his team’s 5-0 win over the Wasilla Mat-Su Eagles for bronze at the International Fall Showdown in Whitehorse on Sunday.

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he Peewee Mustangs soared over the Eagles for bronze on Sunday.

The Whitehorse rep hockey team clipped some wings and captured bronze at Whitehorse Minor Hockey Association’s International Fall Showdown.

The Mustangs claimed a third place finish with a 5-0 shutout win over Alaska’s Wasilla Mat-Su Eagles at Takhini Arena early Sunday morning.

“It was a good game. We have to find some offence somehow,” said Eagles head coach Chris Carney. “Our goalie played good and we had a great time here. We got beat up by the Canadians, but that’s good for these guys – to play and see what it’s all about.

“This team is almost all firstyear peewees. So next year we’ll be all 2002s and maybe we’ll exact our revenge.”

The Mustangs scored three in the first and two in the third period in the bronze game with four goal-scorers contributing.

Scoring for the Mustangs were Kyron Crosby, Wyatt Sheardown-Waugh, Ashton Underhill – named Player of the Game for Whitehorse – and Saul Gale with two. Gale and SheardownWaugh, plus teammates Cole Cowan and Errol Ekholm, each registered an assist. Mustangs goalie Quinn Howard was in net for the shutout.

“Our forwards were pretty

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Juneau Capitals Taylor Bentley chases Mustangs forward Keegan Bevilacqua during their game on Saturday.

open for passes and they were getting shots to the net,” said Mustangs defenceman Marco Harwood. “It made it easier to score.”

The Mustangs opened the tournament with an 8-4 win over the Eagles. They also beat the Juneau Capitals 13-0 with two-goal performances from Jesse Goodman, Connor Cozens and Kyle Bierlmeier.

“Juneau was a weaker team – we appreciate them coming over – but they were a little weaker than what we usually play,” said Mustangs head coach Kirk Gale. “Wasilla, they were pretty good, but they’re a team we should beat and we did. It was disappointing losing to Fort Nelson because I felt that was a team we could beat but, for some reason, we couldn’t get our team together. And then los-

ing to Yellowknife we knew we wouldn’t come one or two (first or second) and that was our goal for this weekend.”

Whitehorse lost 4-2 to the Fort Nelson Bluebell on Friday and 6-3 to the Yellowknife Wolfpack Saturday evening.

Yellowknife went on to win gold with an 8-0 win over Fort Nelson.

“It was a good game against (Yellowknife), there were just a few little things – attention to detail – we were just missing,” said Kirk. “It seems like we work really hard to get our goals and then they don’t work that hard to get theirs.

“We just need to work a little bit more – like I say, attention to detail. Winning little battles, faceoffs and playing a full 60 minutes. Against Fort Nelson, we played 20 of the 60 minutes.”

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Peewee Mustangs Forward Errol Ekholm fights for the puck with Juneau goalie Dawson Hickok at the Takhini Arena on Saturday morning.

The Peewee Mustangs’ three victories mark the team’s first tournament wins of the season.

They went winless at a Tier 2 tournament in Richmond, B.C. last month and then took three losses and a tie to the Yellowknife Wolfpack at the Air North Hockey Challenge a couple weeks ago in Whitehorse.

“I think we’re playing better, we’re more confident, skating

better, but we still have to work on a few things if we want to beat Yellowknife,” said Harwood.

Having placed last, the Juneau Capitals played a consolation game against Whitehorse’s Peewee House League Selects, losing 15-0. Adam Hennings scored four goals for the Selects in the game.

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Left: F.H. Collins Warriors’ Tim Schirmer goes on the attack during a Super Volley home game against the Porter Creek Rams on Thursday. The Warriors finished the regular season undefeated. Right: Porter Creek Rams’ Jack Woodwalker goes for a kill.

After Schirmer registered a kill to win the second set, he went back to the service line to help his team go up 9-0 in the third accountable, don’t let anyone Tom Patrick coach Derick Bilodeau. “Although set. The Warriors reached match News Reporter slack off, be lazy. They’re just a we lost all three sets, the sets were point on a kill from Peter Jacob before a winning serve from Martight group who really like train- a lot closer than they were at the he F.H. Collins Warriors ing hard and playing hard.” beginning of the season. So that’s cus Deuling. need just one more win to Deuling played his first game The Warriors topped the Rams all we’re working on: being more complete a flawless Super Volley as setter on Friday and was 25-19, 25-17, 25-23 on Thursday consistent with our play on our season. named his team’s Player of the and the Crusaders 25-14, 25-15, side of the net. We know F.H. The senior boys team closed 25-9 on Friday in a pair of home Collins is a better team, they have Game. out the regular season with two “It was interesting,” said games. The Rams and Crusadmore skilled players and they’ve wins last week to finish 4-0. With ers are heading into Thursday’s been playing together longer than Deuling. “All the guys were great, the undefeated record the Warsemifinal with symmetrical 1-3 the players on our team, so we’re pointed out where I had to go, so riors pocket a bye into Friday’s it was really the other guys who Super Volley – the Whitehorse just working on getting better as final where they will play the high school league – records. a team and getting better as indi- made it happen.” winner of Thursday’s semifinal “Just great guys to be with.

The Rams gave the Warriors a viduals on our side of the court.” between the Porter Creek Rams We all love playing volleyball,” run for their money in the third Rams middle Chance Goodand the Vanier Crusaders. set on Thursday. Porter Creek man was named his team’s Player he added of his team. “Etienne “It’s a good group of guys (Geoffroy-Gagnon) really pulls jumped out to a 4-0 lead on the of the Game on Thursday. who have really started pushus together and keeps us going if serve of Christian Oumett and “This is his first year playing ing each other,” said Warriors we’re down. Everyone has a role the score fell into ties 13 times volleyball. He came over from head coach Denis Boyd. “They’ve right up to 23-23. Warriors’ and we all play well.” hockey and he’s made a great been friends for a very long time, Tim Schirmer sent a spike long, The Crusaders, who are the transition into volleyball,” said they’ve been coming up through putting the Rams up 23-22, but defending Yukon champs, are still Bilodeau. “He’s adapting really the system playing volleyball with then knocked a cross-court kill figuring out the right configurawell and is getting better every each other. Some of the guys, like to tie the set 23-23. Schirmer was game, every match that we play.” tion on the court, said head coach (middle) Etienne (Geoffroy-GaCody Park, who played for the named his team’s Player of the The Warriors came out firing gnon), really hold the other guys Game.

Vanier senior boys just a couple on all cylinders in Friday’s win Teammate Tristan Sparks over the Crusaders. On the serve years ago. “(The Crusaders) are really hammered home a kill for match of Schirmer, with some fireballs The Yukon home of good players, we just have to point and then put up a big block from his team’s hitters, the Warto finish off the Rams. riors jumped out to an 11-0 lead figure out how to play as a team,” “We were a lot more consistin the first set. They later took the said Park. “They are really young ent in our play,” said Rams head set on an ace from Schirmer. as well; I have a lot of Grade 11s.

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“We were switching it up, so a lot of people were in random positions. Only three were playing their actual positions today.

So we’re just trying to figure it out and get them in the right headspace because it’s always the headspace that gets them. They get down on themselves.”

Deuling wasn’t the only player figuring out a new position on Friday. Crusaders’ Player of the Game, Frejean Pourier, was playing right side for his first time.

“This was his first time playing right side, I had him middle the whole year,” said Park. “He did a really good job …He’s tall and has a good jump, that’s why I moved him to right side.”

The Warriors, who won the Dawson Invitational Volleyball Tournament the previous weekend, had a heartbreaking end to last year’s season. They won Whitehorse’s Super Volley league title and the Dawson tourney but were denied the triple crown when they were upset by the Vanier Crusaders in the final of the Yukon Volleyball Championships – the team’s only loss of the season.

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ollowing last week’s Super Volley games, it was time to break out the calculators.

The Porter Creek Rams and the Vanier Crusaders both finished the senior girls regular season with 3-1 records.

Using a Volleyball Canadaapproved tie-breaker system, it was determined that the Rams earned the No. 1 position, taking a bye into Friday’s final.

The Crusaders will face the F.H. Collins Warriors in Thursday’s semifinal. Both games will be held at Porter Creek Secondary.

The Warriors finished the regular season winless with a pair of losses at home last week.

They lost 25-19, 25-13, 25-22 to the Porter Creek Rams on Thursday but showed their competitiveness in the Whitehorse high school league with a tight 25-12, 25-11, 23-25, 26-24 loss to the Vanier Crusaders on Friday.

“We’re slowly coming together as a team, so we’re building and working on our communication and our intensity right now,” said Warriors head coach Jackie Taylor. “I feel when they are playing well, they are really focused and intense and communicating really well.

“The other two teams have a few more experienced players – they’ve played more as a team together – and our team is really young. We have three Grade 12s and 10 Grade 11s. Next year we’ll be really strong, but even now I think we’re shining pretty well.”

In the third set on Friday the Warriors took a 6-0 lead before the Crusaders caught up at 9-9 on an ace from captain Chloe Turner-Davis. Down 22-18, the Warriors stayed in it with back-to-back aces from Meghan Simmons. Teammate Avery Bramadat then sent over three hard, flat, unreturned serves for the set.

The next set the Crusaders took the match on some tough serves from Yuranty Pourier and a kill from Turner-Davis.

Warriors middle Alex Maltais and Vanier setter Kate Londero were named Players of the Game.

“We were missing three of

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Porter Creek Rams Aly Wiens bumps the ball during Super Volley on Thursday at F.H. Collins Secondary. The Rams took first place in the league’s regular season and will play in Friday’s final. Right: Warriors Alex Maltais, left, and Lauri Reti go for the ball on Thursday.

our players – our starting setter and two of our middles – so we didn’t get a lot of subs,” said Turner-Davis. “So for the girls to go out and keep the energy up and bring it back, it was so nice to see. We had an up-and-down in the middle of the game and for us to keep it together was really nice.”

The Warriors also picked up steam in the third set against Porter Creek on Thursday, tying the Rams 22-22 on a kill from Aimee Parker. However, the Rams got back on top as captain Tayla McNally blocked an attack for a point and teammate Teah Dickson logged an ace and a service winner for the match.

The Rams, who are the defending Yukon champs, won the senior girls division at the 36th annual Dawson Invitational

Volleyball Tournament over the Halloween weekend.

“All of us played together out 9/10 year and went triple crown (winning Dawson, Super Volley and Yukon championships) then as well, so we’re glad to be back with the same team,” said McNally. “It’s a strong team, so we’re happy to be back with each other, for sure.”

Following Thursday’s game Warriors’ Laurie Reti and Rams’ Ashley Lai were named Players of the Game.

“Our setter wasn’t playing today because she has a broken knuckle, so we had a new setter, (Ashley Lai), playing her first game,” said McNally. “She’s happy and we’re proud of her.

She did a good job today.”

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Medaling Mustangs

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Bantam Mustangs forward Lochlan Fraser brings the puck into the Juneau Captials’ end during the International Fall Showdown on Saturday.

Two Whitehorse Mustangs rep teams were wearing medals at the end of the Whitehorse Minor Hockey Association’s International Fall Showdown on Sunday.

The Bantam Mustangs went undefeated for gold and the Peewee Mustangs won bronze in the dual-division tournament that saw seven teams travel to the Yukon capital.

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Left: Peewee Mustangs forward Ashton Underhill gets ready to pop in a goal during the bronze game on Sunday.

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Right: the Bantam Mustangs celebrate their gold medal win on Sunday.

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335-3253 2-BDRM EXECUTIVE country cottage, wood/oil heat, all amenities, beautiful river/mountain view, 1/2 hr north of downtown, available immed, $1,500/mon + utils.

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Office/Commercial Space for Rent Available Immediately: t Approximately 3200 square feet on the ground ďŹ&#x201A;oor; t turnkey; t downtown on quiet street; t handicap accessible including handicap doors;

t kitchen area; t board/meeting room; t 10 ofďŹ ces/rooms; t reception/waiting area; t lots of windows, very bright. t 4 dedicated parking stalls with plug ins;

t plenty of on street parking for clients/ residents right at the building; t very quiet; t 2nd ďŹ&#x201A;oor of building is all residential

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SUITE, HILLCREST, avail Nov 15, on green space and bus route, shared laundry, clean responsible tenants only, N/P, N/S, $1,200/mon inclusive. 334-1333 to view 3-BDRM DUPLEX, Echo Valley Rd, $1,200/mon plus 1st/last monthĘźs rent + utils.

780-351-2671 1-BDRM MOBILE home, Carmacks, newly renoĘźd, new furnace, spacious/clean, washer/dryer, large private yard, large shed, pull through driveway. $725/mon + utils.

Contact: info@cdcproperties.ca ROOM, SHORT term rental, large room, king size bed, semi-private bathroom/laundry, available now until Dec. 15 only, close to bus stop, $725/mon. 334-9415 ROOMMATE WANTED to share Marsh Lake home, close to community centre and ski trails, animals welcome, N/S, share utils, $500/mon. 660-4321 WANTED: FEMALE roommate in downtown Whitehorse, 3fl apt, $600 including heat & water. Contact syoon0610@gmail.com or 335-2249 for viewing 2-BDRM 2-BATH mobile home, Carmacks, spacious & clean, washer/dryer, large private yard, propane furnace & Toyo Stove, currently having renos, $700/mon + utils. Contact: info@cdcproperties.ca 3-BDRM HOUSE with office/den, 1.5 bath, Porter Creek, large fenced yard, refs reqĘźd, $1,500/mon + utils. 604-349-4688 3-BDRM 1/2 duplex w/large yard & deck, 4 appliances, $1,200/mon + utils.

780-351-2677 2-BDRM APT in Riverdale available Dec 1.

New paint, new flooring, large balcony, N/P, no parties, responsible tenant, utils inclĘźd, $1,400/mon. 668-5558 3-BDRM, 2-BATH duplex in Copper Ridge, available Dec 1, $1,500/mon + utils.

633-6708 PRIME RETAIL space, corner 4th & Ogilvie, 1300 sqf & 600 sqf storage. Email or call for appointment.

867-399-3671 or sangerer@hotmail.com VALLEYVIEW 1-BDRM legal suite, 2 levels, ground floor/basement, available Dec. 1st, NS, NP. Partly furnished, heat inclĘźd. Private entrance, private driveway, short walk to CGC, ski trails, $1,300/mon. 668-2659 3-BDRM, 1.5-BATH Riverdale condo, oil & electric heat, 5 appliances, N/S, available immed, $1,400/mon + DD. 633-2968

1-2 LOVELY bedroom, Ingram, N/P, N/S, utils & internet incl. 668-2848 2-BDRM 1-BATH house, Km 6.5 Hot Springs Rd, refs reqĘźd, approved pets ok, $1,000/mon + utils, power, monitor oil heat, water delivery, phone & internet. 633-6178 1 BEDROOM, Crestview, we have 2 cats, in-house laundry, responsible tenant, $560/mon includes utilities and internet.

332-4750 after 6pm 3 BEDROOMS in Riverdale house beside park, 2.5 bath, fully furnished, near bus stop, dd, N/P, N/S, $480, $450, $500 + utils, avail Dec 1. 336-0368 1-BDRM FURNISHED apt downtown, all utils incl, N/P, no parties, responsible tenant, avail Dec 1, $950/mon. 668-5558 OFFICE/STUDIO SPACE FOR RENT 2000 sq. ft., 129 Copper Road. $2,000/mon includes utilities.

Space includes kitchen area with stove & fridge.

667-2614 ask for Brenda or Michelle or e-mail: totalfire@northwestel.net 2-BDRM APT, Hillcrest, spacious, balcony, storage, laundry facilities, plug-in parking, rent includes heat and hot water, N/P. 668-2416

2011 14Ęź wide trailer, Crestview, huge lot, fireplace with propane heat, fees are $110/mon, $261,000 obo. 336-2205 or 633-3757

Help Wanted SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS WANTED Training Provided Apply in person to: TAKHINI TRANSPORT #9 Lindeman Road, Whitehorse, Yukon 867-456-2745

KITCHEN HELPER/ PREP COOK (NOC6711)

DUTIES: WASH, PEEL AND CUT VEGGIES AND FRUITS. RECEIVE SUPPLIES. BAKING. 35-40 hours/week, $12/hour

1-BDRM APT, downtown, centrally located, laundry facilities, plug-in parking, security entrance, heat & hot water incl, N/P. 668-2416 1-BDRM SUITE, PC, full bath, in suite laundry, attached greenhouse, on bus route, avail Jan 1, N/S, $795/mon + utils. Contact suites@auroramusic.ca.

Wanted to Rent HOUSESITTER AVAILABLE Mature, responsible person Call Suat at 668-6871

Real Estate REMOTE TRAPLINE #381, 600 sq mi, several hotsprings on line, good marten country, 750 sq ft main cabin, 3 line cabins, turn-key operation, all equipped, $100,000. 393-2714 Brand New Single Family Homes starting at $349,900.

Certified Green.

Show Home Open Daily 1-85 Aksala Dr. Visit www.homesbyevergreen.ca for more details or call Maggie 335-7029

1-BDRM WALK-OUT basement suite available in Copper Ridge, N/P, N/S. Security/DD. Available Dec 1st, $1,000/mon + utils. 393-3823

1-BDRM FULLY serviced cabin, Mt. Lorne, 25 mins to downtown, propane & electric heat, approved septic, 5 acres with separate entrance to another great building site.

335-2034

1-BDRM BSMT suite downtown, newly renoĘźd, bright, private ent, elec & monitor heating, w/d incl, avail Dec 1, N/S, N/P, $1,100/mon + utils. 334-8873

2-BDRM MILLENIUM home on 100X100 private lot, Haines Junction, 1/2 block from school, 2 greenhouses & raised beds.

867-634-2064

1-BDRM BSMT suite, Hillcrest, avail Dec. 1, N/P, N/S, $1,000/mon incl heat, electric, TV & Internet. Text or call 334-3044

2-BDRM 1-BATH 2014 mobile home, new, 14ĘźX67Ęź on 65ĘźX120Ęź lot, Willow Cres in Porter Creek, $279,000. 332-6861

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.

For more information, please contact: 336-0028

Apply via email: mitsue@bakedcafe.ca HELP WANTED Hotel Front Desk Clerk NOC #6525 Permanent Full-time 35-40 hrs/week, $13.00 per hr Duties include: â&#x20AC;˘maintaining inventory of vacancies, reservations and room assignments â&#x20AC;˘register guests, answer inquiries regarding hotel services and registration by mail, phone and in person â&#x20AC;˘present statements of charges & receive payment Contact: Joyce Yukon202@gmail.com Elite Hotel & Travel Ltd. 206 Jarvis St Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2H1 HELP WANTED Yukon Man Barbershop is seeking an experienced male barber/stylist with an artistic flair.

Resume required.

Please call (867) 667-6641 and leave a message.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT to start training for your work-at-home career today!

ARE YOU INTERESTED in sharing your passion for the Yukon?

Do you speak Spanish?

We are looking for professional tour guides for the winter season with great communication skills.

667-2209 or jobs@arcticrange.com Part-time Dental Assistant required Please forward resumes to: Whitehorse Dental Clinic 406 Lambert St Fax: 867-667-4488

Miscellaneous for Sale INVERSION TABLE. 334-5337

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TWO Commercial Truck & Trailer MECHANICS NEEDED Gearheads Truck Repair is located in Fort Nelson BC, and is the hub of the shale gas industry in Northeastern BC. We are a new company (3 years old), but have a great reputation for being the “go to” place for all things needed for Commercial Trucks and Trailers.

We specialize in Cat and Cummins engines, but work on all makes and models.

We are also the only truck shop in town that offers 24/7 parts and service to our customers.

We pay excellent wages, and have great benefits packages and other incentives available.

Starting wages vary on experience, but are between $27.00 to $55.00/hr plus overtime. Shift work can be arranged.

Contact Jennifer at: gearheads@northwestel.net or by Fax: (250) 774-4328 or Phone: (250) 774-4331

E M P L OY M E N T O P P O RT U N I T Y INFORMATION AND RECORDS MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR Position Type: Department: Closing: Salary:

Permanent, full-time Administration Wed., Nov. 19, 2014 at 4:30p.m.

Level 7: $74,084 - 88,900 plus benefits

Complete position details and job description can be found online at: www.kwanlindun.com/employment

Yukon Teachers’ Association

Association des enseignants(es) du Yukon

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Yukon Teachers’ Association is seeking an energetic, self-motivated individual to represent members and address their workplace issues and concerns. The Association employs a small staff, reporting to the President and Executive Committee, to help manage its legislative and contractual rights and responsibilities.

We are seeking an individual with a background in employee and labour relations who has a strong member service mindset while being flexible and adaptable. As a point of contact for YTA members, the ability to build relationships, develop trust and prioritize tasks in a changing environment is essential. The successful candidate will deal with member complaints and grievances, collective agreement interpretations, participate in negotiations, and work effectively with the YTA Executive and activists.

Employment Relations Advisor

Closing Date: 4 p.m. November 21, 2014 Wage: $40 to $50 per hour, full time based on the school year Job Summary: Reporting to the President and General Secretary, the incumbent is responsible for addressing employment relations issues arising from the YTA/Yukon Government Collective Agreement, the grievance process, contractual benefits and their administration, Yukon Government Public Service Commission and Yukon Education employment and staffing policies, the Education Act and the Education Labour Relations Act. Under the direction of the General Secretary, the Employment Relations Advisor will support the Negotiations Committee in developing proposed contract provisions and assist in formulating recommendations and communications with respect to negotiations.

Essential Qualifications: • Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and research skills • Post-secondary education in human resource management or equivalent education and related experience • Experience working in a union environment • Experience representing employees in hearings • Ability and experience in resolving conflict situations and problem solving • Knowledge and understanding of labour relations and grievance procedures Desired Knowledge, Skills and Experience: • Experience in labour relations, group insurance and health and safety issues • Knowledge of current education issues in the Yukon and beyond • Experience working within the public education system • Experience with public relations, media relations and community outreach • Bilingualism (French/English) an asset The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security check.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2014 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

Kluane First Nation EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DIRECTOR OF HOUSING & PUBLIC WORKS

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Located in Burwash Landing, Yukon

OVERVIEW We are searching for a Director of Housing and Public Works.

Reporting to and partnering with the Executive Director and a member of the Senior Management team, the position manages the department and the ten permanent staff. The Director is responsible for ensuring these areas meet the objectives set out

by Council.

Burwash Landing is approximately 2½ hour drive north of Whitehorse on the paved Alaska Highway. Kluane National Park is our backyard with Kluane Lake in our front yard.

In the coming year, KFN will be undertaking a major home renovation program, a 300-KW wind-diesel project, a new $3M water treatment plant, a commercial greenhouse with geothermal heat and a new Administration Building. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our O&M staff and a significant capital program. As a self-governing First Nation, Kluane has the resources to develop and grow.

QUALIFICATIONS • • • • • • •

5-7 years’ experience managing projects Background in budgeting and finance with advanced computer skills Significant work experience (5-10 years) in the construction industry Experience in municipal infrastructure and capital projects Knowledge of YFN history, culture, demographics, goals and aspirations Class 5 Yukon driver’s licence required Willingness to work extended hours or outside of normal office hours

The salary is in the range of $70,998 to $101,083 per annum. This is a management position and does not accrue overtime. To compensate, you are provided with an additional 10 days of annual leave. Health and dental coverage are fully paid by the employer and there is a 5% matching private pension plan. This area is in a northern prescribed zone for tax purposes.

For a job description or if you have questions, please contact Mel Orecklin at Executive.Director@kfn.ca or call (867) 841-4274 ext. 231.

Qualified candidates may submit their resume in confidence to: careers@kfn.ca The position will remain open until filled.

Are you looking for volunteer opportunities?

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

Yukon Learn is recruiting volunteer tutors for its Whitehorse organization. Tutors are trained and are given extensive support by the Education Centre coordinator. They are matched with learners who are from a wide variety of backgrounds and abilities. Learners are waiting who are needing one-on-one tutoring in basic reading, writing, and numeracy, GED, computers, and crosscultural communications.

Eleanor Millard, Tutor/Learner Coordinator Yukon Learn Society Suite B, 2158 – 2nd Avenue Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5N9 (867) 668-6280 ext 224 centre@yukonlearn.com Fax:(867) 633-4576 www.yukonlearn.com

We Count: Dramatic Educational Performer

We Count is a local non-profit group that brings high quality live entertainment for people who either appreciate math or need some reasons to enjoy math.

For some people, math is scary and

intimidating. The idea behind the name is two-fold: we count means 1, 2, 3... but it also means we are important.

Our goal is to present math in a light which is light, fun and encouraging. So each show is interactive and entertaining and allows people a chance to have fun while introducing their children to the magic of math and science. It is never the same show twice!

Task description: To create and perform an entertaining math show for school-aged children to promote learning and appreciation for STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) field subjects.

Skills needed: Fun, lively, creative, passionate, extroverted, responsible, drama and/or math gifted, out of the box thinking...

A criminal check (free to volunteers) will be required as the position involves working with children.

Responsibilities: Stay on task and schedule, research abilities, passionate about math/learning/drama, keep track of hours, research new approaches to math Time commitment: 3-4 hours a week until the performance Contact information: Dr. Lisa Kanary, lgkanary@gmail.com

Summary of Duties is available on the YTA website at www.yta.yk.ca Please forward your application letter and copy of your resume to the Yukon Teachers’ Association (YTA), Attention Denise Schneider, by the competition deadline. Applications may be faxed to 867-667-4324 or e-mailed to admin@yta.yk.ca.

3 8” inline Hurricane fans, used, $100. 1 8” Hurricane fan, new, $150. 336-4202 10 1000 watt ballasts dual 120/240 watt w dimmable & super lumens from 50%-110% operating output, super efficient, lightweight and cool, $150 ea. 336-4202 STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca COLLECTION OF 1,000 + vinyl records from 70s, 80s & 90s, rock, country & blues.

334-4568 400 BOARD ft of 3/4” cedar boards, $700, 35 gallon electric water heater, $60.

633-4018 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

Native Brain-Tanned

Moose Hides AT REASONABLE PRICES Tanned beaver & other furs also available.

ACTIVE IN YOUR COMMUNITY

Yukon Learn is Recruiting Volunteer Tutors

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

Daytol cooling thermostat, $50. 336-4202

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

Community Services

Ph (780) 355-3557 or (780) 461-9677 or write Lodge Fur and Hides, Box 87, Faust AB, T0G 0X0 We will pay CASH for anything of value Tools, electronics, gold & jewelry, cameras, furniture, antiques, artwork, chainsaws, camping & outdoor gear, hunting & fishing supplies, rifles & ammo.

G&R New & Used 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL OIL FURNACE, Kerr 74 000 BTU. Riello 40 burner. Serviced every year. In vg cond, $400 obo. 667-6365 ENGAGEMENT STYLE diamond ring, 1 carat, 18K yellow gold, appraised at $6,600, asking $4,000 obo. Documentation provided.

667-6641 LUGGAGE, ATLANTIC, 3-pc, one roller, one suitcase, one carry-on, forest green fabric, $40; mini-trampoline, new, collapses in half, c/w carrying case, $25. 336-3397 HOUSEPLANTS, PEACE lily, ivy, lipstick, umbrella tree, etc, $10-$45. 660-4321 MENʼS LEVI button jeans, new/used, craft supplies, variety, dinosaur diaramas.

667-7144 HONDA SNOW blower, HS 621, 6 HP-OHV Honda engine, electric start, exc cond, $750.

332-4092 ACORN RANGER wood stove, older model, takes 22” wood, 6” flue, fire brick lined, internal baffle, circulating fan, c/w stand, in working order, needs some welding, $150 obo.

633-5417 CERAMIC TILE adhesive, 13.2L pail, ceramic tile grout, ivory colour, 2 - 4.54kg bags, $75. 633-4246 lv msg 1965-66 TOPPS Hockey Cards, complete set, great shape, $1,500. Ross @ 633-3154 COTTON CAMERA carrier, great system for photographers, superb cond, c/w everything you need, fits almost any camera, $90.

633-6343 WATERPROOF CAMERA/ELECTRONICS carrier, solid, 1300 case made by Pelican.

9.5”W, 7.25” front to back, 6.25”D, perfect cond, includes foam, $35. 633-6343 XBOX ONE, bought in spring 2014, never used, c/w original box, controller, documentation, no kinect, $290 firm. 633-6343 to view BOYS HOCKEY skates, sizes 11 & 12, $10 ea, girls figure skates, sizes 11 & 12, $10 ea, small white microwave, $20, blue office chair, $10. 668-5882 OFF- WHITE WINTER coat, new, size 1x, $50. 633-2751

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2014 3300 SF, new in box, light commercial/residential glue down vinyl plank, retails for $9,000, asking $4,500 or can sell smaller job lots. 334-9903 CEDAR DECKING 1x6x12'-6' lengths, BC's interior red cedar, rounded edge, lift contains approx 800 sq ft or 270 pieces random lengths, $700 takes all, will deliver. 335-1088 LANDĘźS END down coats, wm med, $85, MEC xs blk, $75, MEC pile-lined wms lg, $60, MEC Hydrofoil pts, new, wm med, $80.

311B Hanson St HEYS SUITCASES. One 26â&#x20AC;?, used. One 30â&#x20AC;?, new. $50/both. 668-3594 VINTAGE MIRRORS, $30, $45, & $75. 311B Hanson St STERLING SILVER spoon collection from different parts of the world in attractive display cabinets, 4 display cabinets total, serious offers only. 333-9020 MONITOR HEATER Model 411. Uses heating fuel oil. Over 40,000 BTU per hour.

Works perfectly. Serviced regularly, $1,000.

667-4955 HARDIE PLANK cedarmill vertical siding, 3 sheets of 4x10 . Colour white. New, retail $100/ea, asking $150 obo. 668-2659 2 WHITE 24" vanities w/sinks, new. One has minor damage to shelf, $50. Other is fine, $75. 2 undermount bathroom sinks, $75/ea.

Stainless steel kitchen sink w/tap, $200.

333-0484 VOLUME 1 through 6 Life & Teachings of Masters of the Far East. Paid $60, asking $40. 334-3043 NEW 36â&#x20AC;?X60â&#x20AC;? triple pane picture window.

Bought for $750, asking $500. 333-0484 TO GIVE away, exterior motion light in gd cond, interior globe light & fixture in gd cond.

Jeanne or Brian. 668-2506 4-DRAWER METAL filing cabinet. 332-6565

LARGE CIRCULAR saw blade, would make a great decoration, 31â&#x20AC;? dia, good cond, $100.

633-3392 SAFETY/SURVIVAL, SOUVENIRS, novelty, knives, unique handcrafted, crystal, fine china, clothes, gifts. On Facebook at "Little Footprints Big Steps-Silent Auction". Amazing deals, all proceeds to support work in Haiti.

WINTER COAT, One Way brand, large, bright yellow, 'Canada' in red stitching on back, very warm and cozy, $40. 633-3810 BUNK BEDS, single over futon including mattresses, 42â&#x20AC;? flat screen Hitachi plasma TV, Crosley washer & dryer, offers 668-5790

PULSE DRUMS, maple shells, hardware, 5 piece set. Red lacquer finish, $400.

633-3810 3 GUITARS, fiddle, electric bass with amp.

668-1224 for more info

TVs & Stereos ANTIQUE STYLE music system, full size 3-speed turntable, AM/FM stereo radio, CD-R/RW player, 19.7 po Lx12.6 po D x 8.9 po H, exc cond, $75. 668-6303

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SKOOKUM JIM FRIENDSHIP CENTRE IS SEEKING QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

ACOUSTIC & electric guitars, Larivere, Guild, Seagull, etc. 332-1360 for details

Firewood

HURLBURT ENTERPRISES INC.

FULL-SIZE CANMORE portable dishwasher, white, in running cond, c/w sink adapter & a manuals, $50 obo. Pick up only.

633-6494 WASHER & dryer ready to go, both good shape, $300 for both or $200 for dryer and $150 for washer. 335-1088

FIREWOOD Clean, beetle-kill, dry Ready for pick-up, $230/cord or Local delivery, $250/cord Prices include GST 1/2 cords also available for pick-up only Career Industries @ 668-4360 or 668-4363 332-1939 (cell)

WANTED: OLD Fender guitar amplifier's in working order. Contact Steve. 393-4744

WHITE GROSLEY self-cleaning oven stove $250. Dyson vacuum $225. Kitchen appliances, pots/pans, Dutch oven. Open to offers. 633-3727

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 (6 cords or more) â&#x153;&#x201D; Single and emergency half cord deliveries â&#x153;&#x201D; Scheduled or next day delivery

Coordinator â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Traditional Parenting Program The full-time Coordinator position works with parents and their 0-6 year-old children, providing cultural activities, lands-based learning, and opportunity to learn with an Elder. All teachings are Elder-led, and the Coordinator supports the Elder and the participants in meeting their learning objectives.

The Coordinator needs to possess a strong understanding of Yukon First Nation values and customs, an attitude that is warm and welcoming, and be comfortable working outside. Must be available to travel to the communities.

This position is open until filled by a qualified candidate. Rate of pay starts at $45,703/yr.

Family Support Outreach Worker

Computers & Accessories

Term Position, January â&#x20AC;&#x201C; March 20.25 hours/week, $22.65/hr MasterCard

APPLE LAPTOP, 13â&#x20AC;?, 2.4 Hz Intel Core 2 Duo. 4 GB Ram, Nvidia Geforce 320 M, 250 GB hard drive, mid 2010. OSX Yosemite operating system, vg cond, $590. 667-4955 DELL COMPUTER Dimension E520 & monitor, c/w webcam, microphone, mouse, works well, Word & Excel installed, $200. 633-3810

3-IN-1 TODDLER bike made of wood, new, from 3-wheel to a 2-wheel run bike, great starter bike, nice Christmas present, $250 obo. 633-3392

Musical Instruments PIANO TUNING & REPAIR by certified piano technician Call Barry Kitchen @ 633-5191 email:bfkitchen@hotmail.com YAMAHA DTX500 drums. Electronic drum set pre assembled rack system. Purchased late 2011. Used very little, $800 obo.

668-2659

Cheque, Cash S.A. vouchers accepted.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE $175 per cord 20 ft. lengths, 5 cord loads.

Small delivery charge.

867-668-6564 Leave message 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.

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We are looking for an individual with a strong understanding of First Nation wellness and healing. In addition, applicants should be comfortable addressing crowds, doing presentations, and working with computers. A background in criminology or justice is an asset.

Receptionist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Auxiliary/On-Call The receptionist works closely with the Administrative staff, and provides assistance to Friendship Centre visitors.

Please apply to: sjfcfriends@northwestel.net, or in person at the Skookum Jim Friendship Centre, 3159 3rd Avenue, Whitehorse Yukon, Y1A 1G1.

Telephone 633-7680.

We are a non-profit organization committed to a vision of bettering the spiritual, emotional, mental & physical well-being of First Nations peoples, fostering the way of Friendship & understanding between people.

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RAGGY QUILT, denim with flannel backing approx 93" x 93", $200. 633-3923

YAMAHA CLAVINOVA piano model CVP509, check wonderful features on Internet, perfect for beginners or advanced players, over $9,000 in stores, asking $6,200.

Serge 667-2196 after 5pm

Electrical Appliances

FULL SIZE school bus, no seats, glass all good, no engine, tires ok, needs to be towed from current location 1 hour from town, $500.

633-3392

VIDEO GAMES, 2X PS2, $90 ea, Super Nintendo system, SNES, $130, PS1 portable system, $75, 2 Game Boy colour, $45 & $50, Wii controller $10. 334-8873

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FIREWOOD FOR SALE Beetle killed Approximately 20-cord logging truck loads $150 per cord Also offering approx 8-cord orders Delivered to Whitehorse Call Clayton @ 867-335-0894

LICENSED TO BUY, SELL & CONSIGN rifles & ammo at G&R New & Used 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY â&#x20AC;˘ SELL THOMPSON-CENTER CONTENDER, .357 Max with Redfield, extra .22 barrel with Red-Dot sight, dies, ammo, carry case, $600. 667-2607 or 334-1102 GSG 22 cal. 1911, 2 clips, $400; Smith & Wesson Model N29, 44 magnum, stainless steel, 6â&#x20AC;? vented barrel, $650. 333-0564

Guns & Bows RUGER M77 Mark II, all weather stainless with scope rings, cal .223, new $500.

668-6716 LEUPOLD RIFLEMAN scope, 3X9 power, like new, $175. 667-2607 or 334-1102

BROWNING A5 semi-auto shotgun. Made

by FN Belgum around 60's. Engraved. 3" Magnum. Some exterior rust, insides clean & reliable, $1,000 obo. FAC reqĘźd. 334-4453

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2014

CZ858 7.62X39, 6 clips, folding stock, like new, $600; Winchester #94, 30/30, lever action, $500. 333-0564 LEUPOLD VXR 3-9X40 mm, new, black matte finish, $650; Ruger 7722 rifle, $725.

667-4425 .223 MOSSBERG MVP bolt action, 2 mags, bipod, scope, exc cond, $550. 1650 rounds ammo, $750. Pkg deal, $1,200. 333-0087

WANTED: HYDROPONIC equipment & grow lights. 336-4202

MAYO, YUKON EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

REQUIRES:

Payroll clerk Half-time Elders Coordinator Please submit your resume to the Executive Assistant at

execassist@nndfn.com

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES Counter Attendants & Kitchen Helpers Wages start 15 dollars.

Apply in Person with resume: 210B Ogilivie St NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

HOUSE CLEANER wanted twice a month starting in mid-November, 3 hours per visit, $20/hr, must have own ride, in Whitehorse, call 335-0607 for more information WANTED: SMALL chain link dog pen with gate 6Ęź high. 335-4708 WANTED: 1990S Suzuki King Quad ATV for parts, 296-300cc 4WD, fan cooled; rims/tires, 5-bolt AT 25 10 12â&#x20AC;? & AT 24 8 11â&#x20AC;?

4 bolt to fit King Quad. 660-4653, vy1dg@hotmail.com WANTED: SNOW blade to fit 2001 Dodge 1500 p/u. 390-2313 WANTED: SOMEONE to come and diagnose electrical problem on my F350 in Marsh Lake area, vehicle is stuck in my yard, might be ignition problems? 335-1088 WANTED: RCMP Victim Assistance Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers. We provide an immediate response to victims of crime. For further info contact philip.whiles@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

WANTED: HOUSESITTER for January 21 to March 21, one cat, references required, live in Riverdale. Email charger@northwestel.net

Cars 2013 HYUNDAI Genesis Coupe, 2.0T, 6-spd standard w/cargo tray, winter front mats, new winter tires/rims, oil pan heater, 12,000 kms, $27,500. 334-9039

2 Casual Workers for

KAUSHEEĘźS PLACE & BETTYĘźS HAVEN Wage: $23.94 per hour plus shift premium Benefits as per collective agreement As a member of the Transition Home staff, the Casual Worker will fill in for staff when on leave or training. Other opportunities may be available in the future.

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1990 TOYOTA Camry, standard, c/w 8 tires.

668-2253 1989 FORD Tempo, 4 door, 270,000km, $450, drive it away. 334-4635 ESTATE SALE, Truly a Gentleman limousine, 2003 Buick Lesabre Limited, clean in and out, loaded with many extras, leather heated seats etc, 188,000km, 27mpg, $6,500 obo. 867-536-7206

2006 INFINITI G35X luxury sport sedan, V6, AWD, sporty, great safety features, 165,000 km, silver, fully loaded, power everything, sun roof, all-leather interior, winter tires, fully maintained, $8,400. 668-5790 2006 PONTIAC Wave, 146,000kms, good cond, good fuel economy, $3,500.

867-399-3911 2002 FORD Focus sedan, 160,000kms, c/w 2 summer & 4 studded winter tires, $3,900.

334-5032 2001 FORD Taurus 4-dr, 114,500kms, cruise, P/W, P/L, V6 auto, 4 winter tires, $3,395. 336-2029 2001 INFINITY QX4 SUV, AWD, auto, loaded, leather, 156,000, exc cond, body very good, safe, tow hitch, clean.

778-231-9445 2000 CADILLAC Coup DeVille D'Elegance, fully loaded, leather interior, power everything. 200,000kms. Many new parts inclĘźg new windshield, battery, front brakes, exc car, $4,200 obo. 634-2099

2007 GMC Sierra 4X4, 1/2 ton, 5.3L auto, loaded, long box, ext cab, 240,000km, $7,000. 333-0564 2007 NISSAN Frontier crewcab 4x4, black with matching canopy, auto, 6â&#x20AC;? Fabtech lift kit, 60,000kms, new shocks & struts, $16,500 obo. 633-6799 2007 NISSAN Quest SL minivan, 156,000 kms, $6,000. 633-2232 2006 CHEVROLET 3/4 ton 4X4, ext cab, V8 auto, P/S, P/W, cruise, new tires, 215,000, $9,950. 336-2029 2005 CHEVY Van, 12 passenger, sliding door both sides, winterized, rug floor, low kms, beautiful. View @ Gravel Lake, Km 624, Klondike Hwy. Price negotiable.

2004 GMC 2500 HD 4x4 Xcab long box, great unit, remote start, trailer tow, aluminum liner & toolbox, fully serviced, new battery & tires. 633-4311 2004 SILVERADO 2500 HD 4x4, Duramax diesel, auto, power everything, new brakes, windshield & front end, tool box, headache rack, Light Force lights, $11,500 obo.

334-1610 2003 DODGE Caravan, FWD, exc cond, 102,000 kms, power windows & doors, $5,900 obo. 667-7733 or 334-3456

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2003 F-250 XLT, 7.3 diesel, 4x4, Supercab, auto, 8Ęź box, great towing capacity, trailer brakes, new injector cups, o-rings, batteries, alternator, rear springs, brakes, 292,000km, $8,990. 668-7295 2002 CHEVY Silverado 2500 HD, runs great, drives smooth, $4,900 obo. 334-4071 2002 FORD F350 auto, 7.3L diesel, great cond, 129,000km, P/L, P/W, new battery, starter, tires, rubberized bed, $14,900.

334-1674 2000 GMC 1 ton, 4 door, 4x4 long box, air, tilt, cruise, P/W, P/L, matching canopy, 300,000 km, runs good, great work or wood truck, $3,300 obo. 334-9903

2000 PONTIAC Montana 7 passenger van, well maintained, winter tires on, summer tires on rims, ready to go, $2,800. 667-4891

2011 C H E V R O L E T Aveo LT, 5-dr, 14,500km, 4-spd auto, P/W, P/L, A/C, 4 stud tires installed, 4 season tires, remote keyless entry w/alarm, still under warranty, $9,500.

332-9457 2010 DODGE Challenger, V6, automatic, power locks/windows, extended warranty, 93,000km, serviced, detailed, ready to go, must sell, $16,000. 668-2306

Yukon WomenĘźs Transition Home is seeking

2007 GMC Sierra 2500HD Classic V-8, 6L gas, crew cab, 8Ęź box, recent frontend overhaul, new rubber, 161,000 kms, $15,000.

John 633-5665 after Noon

2009 SKI-DOO summit 800 50th2-dr, anniversary 1990 CADILLAC Eldorado, full power, edition, c and a skis, low and tall windc/w 4has winter tires & 5 new summer tires & shield, matching cover, 1,800 miles, $6,500 rims mounted, 58,000 original miles, $2,800. obo.

333-0484 336-2029

WANTED: TO buy, beaver meat. 668-2922

Quiznos is looking for

1998 MERCURY Grand Marquis, good shape, $1,500 obo. 633-5924

1997 CHRYSLER Cirrus LX(I), fully loaded, good running condition, 205,000km, new alternator, $1,900. 660-4646

WANTED: WOMEN broomball players, 18 + over. 334-3972

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2007 CHEV 2500HD, crew cab 4X4, great unit, many options, trailer tow, fully serviced, new brakes & battery, must sell, $15,000 obo. 633-4311

1998 TOYOTA Rav, 199 000 kms, AWD, 5-spd, 4-dr, summer/winter tires on rims, hitch, recent timing belt, oil change, great little SUV, $3,950 obo. 633-4322

LEUPOLD VARI-X 3X9 Custom Compact rifle scope, scope is a 1â&#x20AC;? tube with 33mm objective, duplex reticle, vg cond, $250 obo.

633-5437

Wanted

1999 FORD Taurus sedan, 163,000 km, new battery, ball bearings, alternator, rear brakes done 2013, mechanical inspection certificate, great shape, no rust, $1,950. 335-4109

1999 CHEV Tahoe 4x4, good shape, power group, newer BFG tires, captains seats, towing package, 180,000km, $5,400 obo.

668-2262

Trucks

1999 CHEVROLET 1/2 ton 4X4, ext cab, c/w winch, head rack & rails, storage bins, $6,950. 336-2029

We Sell Trucks!

1999 FORD Windstar LX, V6 auto, seats 7, dual sliding doors, rear climate control, all power options, exc cond, super clean, 114,000 km, $3,750. 335-3868

1-866-269-2783 â&#x20AC;˘ 9039 Quartz Rd. â&#x20AC;˘ Fraserway.com

2013 CHEVY Silverado 1500, 4x4, extended cab w/suicide doors, storage under back seat, box liner, no problems, $31,900 or take over payments. 334-9415 2013 DODGE Ram 1500 4X4 Sport, quad cab, Laramie, leather, navigation, sun roof, 4â&#x20AC;? lift, 35â&#x20AC;? tires, 20â&#x20AC;? custom rims, spray-in box liner, 35,000kms, $44,000. 334-7535 2009 CHEV Colorado 4X4, ext cab, auto, V6, P/W, P/D, cruise, radio/CD, $7,995.

336-2029 2009 CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 LT 4x4 extended cab truck, 4 doors, silver exterior, black interior, new tires, all receipts since new, warranty, $13,800. 333-9020 2007 AVALANCHE, new tires, brakes, nav/multi centre, tow kit with brake box, 112,000 km, great condition, $15,500 obo.

335-2180 for info

1997 CHEV 1500 2wd, shortbox sporty pickup, 5spd manual. Incls canopy & set of 4 winterNokian Hakkapeliittas on rims, $2,350 obo. 633-6799 1997 CHEV Tahoe, great truck, 4x4, 240,000 km, good cond, no rust, works well, $3,500 obo. 667-7733 or 334-3456 1997 TOYOTA 4Runner LTD, auto, 232,000kms, green, c/w set winter tires + all season + light force lights, hitch, trailer pin.

No rust. Approx. 2 months waiting period, $8,700. 867-993-3519 1996 FORD F150 regular cab, 4X4, lovingly maintained, $3,800 firm. 334-3043 1995 GMC Safari awd, 4.3L, good body/interior, runs not too bad, newer brakes & tune-up, $700 obo. 334-5408 1995 PLYMOUTH, new winter tires, exc cond overall, no rust, good on gas, $1,000.

633-2837

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Airports Electrician

Department of Highways & Public Works Salary: $37.69 per hour

Closing Date: November 18, 2014 RequisiĆ&#x;on: #6495

For viewing all jobs, please go to

www.employment.gov.yk.ca â&#x20AC;&#x153;CommiĆŠed to employment equityâ&#x20AC;?

Public Service Commission (867) 667-5834

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2014 1994 CHEV 1/2 ton, 4WD, $1,400 obo.

332-1514 1994 FORD F150 4x4 extended cab with canopy, one owner since new, $3,500. 633-6228 1994 FORD F250 4X4, 5-spd standard, 5.8L V8, tow pkg, some body damage but little rust, 256,000km, needs balljoints replaced otherwise ok, $1,995. 332-1965 lv msg 1993 CHEV Sienna 4X4 half-ton, 4.3L, new alternator, starter, tune-up, good tranny & transfer case, has clunk in front left hub, $300. 334-5408 1990 CHEV 1500, 5-spd, 2wd, $900 obo.

336-3361 1989 F250 diesel 7.3L, ext cab, long box, goose neck hitch, airbags, $2,300 or $2,800 with 12" sub, (2) 6x9 (2) 6x6 s. 334-6776

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

Light welding repairs available 867-332-2333 lv msg 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 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

1986 GMC cube van, needs transmission repaired. Best offer. 667-2600 1984 FORD F350 4X4 diesel, 10ʼ flat deck, new set of winter tires, reg cab, c/w 2 spares on rims, $3,000. 334-8086

2012 ARCTIC Cat 4-wheeler, limited edition, 550 engine, many options, only 11 hours, $7,500 obo. 332-1360 for details

Auto Parts & Accessories

2009 POLARIS Razr 800 atv, roof, 4500lb Warn winch, upgraded wheel/rims/spare tire/shoulder harness/seatbelts & vplow, $7,200. 333-9020

TRUCK CANOPIES - in stock * new Dodge long/short box * new GM long/short box * new Ford long/short box

2014 TUNDRA LT 600 ACE, 1500 km, bumper, rear box, warranty ʻtil 15 Dec 2014, $8,500 firm. 393-2714

Hi-Rise & Cab Hi - several in stock View at centennialmotors.com 393-8100

2008 YAMAHA Phazer MTX, 500 cc, 4 stroke, 144”x2” long track, reverse, block heater, skid plate, hitch, great cond, $4,200.

393-3741

TOYOTA ALLOY wheels, fits Tacoma or Tundra, 16X7, retail $490 ea, asking $125 ea or all for $400. 633-3053

2008 REV 800 h.o. w/recent new complete long block, 600 mi on new engine, $5,000 obo. 334-6857

4 WINTER tires P205/70R15 on rims for $175 total, used with Toyota Sienna, 778-708-0058

2014 SNOPRO 600 race sled XC, 550 mi, $10,000 obo. 334-6857

3X MICHELIN LT265/70 R17, great tread, $300 obo. 633-4311 5 BRAND new Goodyear 245/75-17” 10ply mud/snow tires, $420 cost each, will sell for $325/ea obo, only sold as a complete set, will not fit my truck. Call 332-1374 2000-2006 CHEVY truck regular cab chrome side window vent shades, new in box, never installed, paid $75, asking $50. 334-8347 SHURTRAX ALL-WEATHER traction, goes in truck box, lays flat, fill with water & it freezes, takes up about 5” high in box, adds up to 650lbs over rear axle, $50. 334-7535 2002 FORD Escape 4X4, 5-spd standard, 4-cyl, runs & drives good, for parts, $500; 1952 Chev sedan, 4-dr, 6-cyl, needs lots of work or for parts, $500. 333-0564 WINTER TIRES, no rims. Altimax Arctic 175/70R13. Used 6 weeks last winter, then car moved to warm climate. New $325, asking $200. 332-8636 3-265/70R17 TIRES, 2-205/75R15 trailer tires. 2-245/75R16 tires. 1-22X11X8 tire.

334-5337 1996 FORD, 4.6L V8 motor, misc parts for Crown Vic, 633-5924 CANOPY, WHITE, 60''X 88'', made for smaller pick-ups Ranger, Hilux Sonoma, etc, c/w stainless steel top rack, $190. 668-7295 USED WINTER tires, Arctic Claw, 225/75 R16, $200. 668-2997 NEW LEFT rear light assembly for older model Camry; 2 new inside door panels for older model Fiat Spider sportscar. 668-2253 HEADACHE RACK for Dodge w/full-size 8ʼ box. Heavy-duty skookum rack is 64 3/4" wide, tapers to 63" at back. Like new, black, $300. 660-4516

Pets ADAR/SPCA is offering Boarding Services for your dogs.

Book early.

5 acres of secure land.

References provided upon request.

Email adarspca@gmail.com for rates.

2013 SNOPRO 440 race sled SC, fresh top end last season, $9,500 obo. 334-6857 2003 SNOPRO 440 race sled, exc cond, $3,500. 334-6857 1996 POLARIS Transport 440 LT, 2-up seat, rack, ski skins, new windshield, exc running, 2,300 mi, $1,800 obo. 668-2262 2004 POLARIS RMK 800 Vertical Escape, 159”, vg cond, 0 miles on rebuilt engine, Slp exhaust, billet rear wheel kit, windshield storage bag, upgraded skis, $4,500 obo.

667-7276 or 335-4568 1992 YAMAHA Bravo short track, great shape, new track, good beginner sled for kids, $2,200 obo. 668-2262 2005 KINGCAT 900 1M, low kms, riser bars, race can, 161” track, few minor cracks in hood, $3,500. 390-2313 1994 POLARIS Indy Classic touring EFI 2-up snowmobile, 6,330 mi, one owner, well maintained, new battery, ski skins, spare belt, spark plugs, saddlebags, cover, $2,700.

393-4333 TWO ARGO Conquests, one with new motor and wind shield, $6,500. One with new tires and rims, $5,500. Both for $10,000.

863-5715 2004 SUMMIT Highmark 800, like new condition. Yukon Honda rebuilt engine at $3,200 cost, 151” track, $4,000 obo. 633-6799 2009 YAMAHA Rhino Sport, exc shape, c/w tracks, tires, snow plow, full window, half window, stereo & more, $11,800 obo.

333-0141

Marine PROFESSIONAL BOAT REPAIR Fiberglass Supplies Marine Accessories FAR NORTH FIBERGLASS 49D MacDonald Rd Whitehorse, Yukon 393-2467 WANTED: COLEMAN Scanoe (square stern) in usable condition. 667-2607 or 334-1102

12X40' DOCK (Dock Edge Plus). Two Pieces, built in 2013. PWF deck. Plastic floats, floating hollow plastic wheels. Hardware inclʼd. Easy to launch & remove from water, $6,200. 336-2606 OLDER 20 hp s stroke Merc with 14' aluminum harbercraft boat, $750, 334-6776

Heavy Equipment TECK ARMORED electrical cable, size 000.

863-5715 PILOT CAR sign on pick-up truck mount, $800. 633-4246 lv msg KOEHRING EXCAVATOR, D330 Cat engine, 20 tons, 27” reach, runs great, works ok, $6,000. 333-0564

ATLIN - GLACIER VIEW CABINS “your quiet get away” Cozy self contained log cabins canoes, kayaks for rent Fax/Phone 250-651-7691 e-mail sidkatours@ atlin.net www.glacierviewcabins.ca THE ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA Family Caregiver Support Group meets monthly. A group for family/friends caring for someone with Dementia. Info and register call Cathy 334-1548 or Joanne 668-7713 YUKON LEARN Society, free drop-in computer lab for your self-directed computer studies Mondays 10am–2pm. Tutor/instructor on site to assist you. Yukon Learn Society, 2158-2nd Ave

TRUCK DECK air compressor. Airworks Twister 235. 235 CFM, 185 PSI. Approximately 800 hrs. 50 hp Yanmar Diesel Engine, electric controls, 800lbs, $13,000.

336-2606

WHITEHORSE EDUCATION, Career and Volunteer Expo. Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre. Thursday, November 27th- 10:30-4pm.

Public welcome, free entry. Full list of exhibitors at www.volunteeryukon.ca

2008 S160 Bobcat, 3065 hrs, immaculate condition, all service records, 80" snow bucket, smooth bucket, tooth bucket, forks, $23,500 obo. 334-1610

OKANAGAN PEARS & apples, premium fall fruit from Davison Orchards. Order and support Yukon athletes and performers participating in this year's fundraiser. Various varieties. Call 633-6373, 334-8764 or 334-7441

1988 ROTEX high bed trailer, 48ʼ, tri-axle, 30,500 kg capacity, comes with 6 steel log bunks, $8,500 obo. 335-5400 LOGGING TRAILER with trip bunks, certified till spring 2015, $8,500 obo. 335-5400

Aircraft

YUKONSTRUCT WORKSHOPS Thursday nights at 6pm at 135 Industrial Rd. Sign up online at Yukonstruct.com YUKONSTRUCT, THE Yukonʼs maker space. Come check us out Tuesdays 7-9pm at 135 Industrial Rd and see what weʼre about. Memberships are welcome

C-172 HOMEBUILT project, O-360 engine rebuilt by AME, certified prop, fuselage, empennage, wings complete and inspected, $25,000. Wayne at 667-4933

PÈRE POULE maman gâteau Activités en français pour enfants de 0 à 5 ans et leurs parents, Gratuit, mardi, 10h30, du 21 octobre au 16 décembre, Bibliothèque Whitehorse.

Rens. 867-668-2663, 500

Campers & Trailers

YUKON RIVER Trail Marathon (BARA) Annual General Meeting Wednesday November 19, 5pm, Sport Yukon. New board members welcome. Pizza provided. Info: Ken 668-7592 or yukonmarathon@gmail.com

TAITʼS TRAILERS www.taittrailers.com taits@northwestel.net Quality new and used Horse * Cargo * Equipment trailers For sale or rent Call Anytime 334-2194 Southern prices delivered to the Yukon HEAVY DUTY 3/4 ton utility truck box trailer made from Chevy truck box, blue & white, no rust, 16” wheels, $750 obo. 334-4568 DOUBLE AXLE trailer, c/w racks & ramps, rated for 4,000kg, 14ʼ bed, $2,850 obo.

633-4018

We sell used Class C RV’s!

Check it out here

klondikerv.com or call us to view (867) 456-2729 RV LOT Rentals $8.95 a day. 362 days of sunshine, pets, events, classes, entertainment. Reserve by 11/01/2014. Web-site: www.hemetrvresort.com.

Call: 1-800-926-5593 1985 F250 and camper, engine job, 100,000, heavy duty springs, sold with camper or without, new battery, well maintained, donʼt camp anymore. 334-4654

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

Midwifery Care

kcranfield@yahoo.com

Motorcycles & Snowmobiles

Please Join the Community Midwives Association of Yukon for a

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

PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION

2003 ARCTIC Cat 900 Mountain Cat snow machine, 151” track, low mileage, exc cond, trailer available etc, $3,750. 333-9020

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

GOLD RECOVERY unit, 2-5M 3/hr, exc testing plant, works great. Like new. Price reduced to $6,000. View at Gravel Lake, KM 624, Klondike Hwy. 334-4211 lv msg

50 GALLON Aquarium, glass, c/w canopy, quality light, gravel & other accessories.

Could be a terrarium. $100. 393-2929 WHITE HUSKY puppies. Males, 4 months old. One with blue eyes, one with brown eyes. Excellent with children and other dogs.

Megan 966-3428.

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YUKON NEWS

about the recognition of regulated and funded midwifery services in Yukon Territory.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2 PM s (ELLABY (ALL

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We would like to answer and address all questions or concerns you may have.

CHRISTMAS COOKIE Walk, Saturday December 6, 10am-2pm, downstairs at Whitehorse United Church, 6th & Main, pay your money & take your pick of homemade cookies, small box $6, large box $15 THE SHOPPERʼS Lunch, Saturday November 15, 11:30am-2:30pm, downstairs at Whitehorse United Church, 6th & Main, $7.50 full meal, $3.50 soup or bunwich with drink & sweet; vegetarian choices available THE YUKON Federal Green Party AGM will be held Thursday, November 27, at the MacBride Museum (lower floor), starting at 7:00pm. Come to meet and elect the 2015 board!

ONDE DE choc (Shock Waves) Friday, November 14, 7:30pm, Yukon Arts Centre.

About 20 Francophone artists get together to give you a truly unique artistic experience. choc.afy.yk.ca WHOLE CHILD Program will be holding its AGM at 6:00 on Monday, November 24, 2015 in Room 10A at Whitehorse Elementary School

WHITEHORSE EDUCATION, Career and Volunteer Expo. Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre. Thursday, November 27th- 10:30-4pm.

Public welcome, free entry. Full list of exhibitors at www.volunteeryukon.ca NOTICE IS hereby given to the public that the first AGM of Borealis Soul will be held on Sunday, November 16th, 2014 at 6pm at Leaping Feats Studio.

WHITEHORSE RECREATIONAL Ice Hockey Association Special Meeting vote on legal name change to Whitehorse Rec Hockey League to be held Dec 3, at 7 pm at Sport Yukon.

COFFEE HOUSE! Sat. Dec 6. Featuring: Calla Paleczny + the Open Stage! Help set up 6PM, Open stage sign-up 7PM, 730PM show! $5 United Church Bsmt, 6th+Main, 633-4255 ANNUAL GENERAL Meeting (AGM) of Yukon African Caribbean Association, on Tuesday, December 2nd from 5:15pm-6:45pm at Whitehorse Public Library. Contact: yaca@yaca.yk.net PORTER CREEK Secondary School Council is holding its Regular Council Meeting on November 12, at 6:30 pm in the School Library. Everyone is welcome.

HOMEGROWN MUSIC night at LMCC, Km1 Annie Lake Road, November 22, 7pm, 3 Yukon cabin bands, Morgan Girls, Celtic Tide, Black Iron Blossoms, by reservation $25 include mex food buffet. 667-7083, www.mountlorne.yk.net MT. LORNE Foodie club/community kitchen style, Persian Cuisine November 26, 7pm, please register, $20, bring containers.

667-7083 more on www.mountlorne.yk.net STORIES AND Voices of the Valley meeting at LMCC, Km , Annie Lake Road, December 3, 7pm. Recordings of local residents stories, snacks/refreshments provided, free event. More on www.mountlorne.yk.net WOLF CREEK Community Association AGM Wed, November 26th at 7:30pm, Golden Horn School Libary. Info: Ken. 668-7592 COME DANCE Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and Reggaeton, Saturday November 15th, 9pm-12am, Burnt Toast, 2112 2nd Ave, Whitehorse, $5 cover charge. salsayukon@gmail.com for info AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL Writing Circle meeting Tuesday, November 25 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Whitehorse United Church (upstairs). Writing letters to support human rights worldwide. www.amnesty.org HOSPICE WORKSHOP: LIVING with Loss Wed Nov 19, 6:30-8:30pm at WPL for anyone living with grief or supporting others who are grieving. To register: 667-7429 HOSPICE WORKSHOP: LIVING with Loss Wed Nov 19, 6:30-8:30pm at WPL for anyone living with grief or supporting others who are grieving. To register: 667-7429 YUKON GUILD of Needlearts Meets Thurs.

Nov 13 @Whse Public Library 7 p.m. Preserving the Art of Hand Embroidery. Info Call 633-4026 5TH EDITION of Coup de cœur francophone, Les Soeurs Boulay + Les Hay Babies in concert November 20, 8pm, Yukon Arts Centre. Information: ccf.afy.yk.ca

WHITEHORSE CONCERTS presents the dynamic Fung-Chiu Duo, piano four hands, Saturday, November 15, 2014 at The Yukon Arts Centre, concert begins at 8:00. Please contact: steve@whitehorseconcerts.com for more information.

YUKON BLUEGRASS Music Society AGM, Public Library Mtg Rm, 7pm, Wed Nov. 26.

Sneak peak at 2015 lineup; advance festival ticket purchase for members. Info: festival@yukonbluegrass.com

AGM NOTICE for Local Y010 (YEU) November 19, 6-8pm. YEU Union Hall Lucy Jackson Room. For info contact Tammi @ Y010.president@gmail.com or 335-1329

HABITAT-FOR-HUMANITY HOME dedication ceremony, and Habitat Yukon's 10- Year Anniversary Celebration, Saturday Nov. 29th from 1 - 3 pm, at Mt. Mac Rec Centre

Mon cher Denis, Let us remember that memories live, dreams come true, and love is immortal.

Ta belle, Kristy

Denis Chabot 1977-2011

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ARE YOU a landlord looking for a new opportunity? Join Blood Ties for lunch on Thursday, November 13th, 12 noon, Westmark. Call 334-9317 for info

Services IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It's That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

- 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

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

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

Health Centre

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

Health Centre

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

Health Centre

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

Health Centre

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

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

Health Centre

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

Health Centre

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

Health Centre

Telegraph Creek B.C. Tuesday - 8:00 p.m.

Soaring Eagles Sewing Centre

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

Health Centre

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

Health Centre

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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

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MONDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 8:00 pm New Beginnings Group (OM,NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. TUESDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 7:00 pm Juste Pour Aujourdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;hui 4141B - 4th Avenue.

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

8:00 pm Porter Crk Step Meeting (CM) Our Lady of Victory, 1607 Birch St. 8:00 pm No PufďŹ n (CM,NS) Big Book Study Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. THURSDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Grapevine Discussion Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 7:30 pm Polar Group (OM) Seventh Day Adventist Church 1609 Birch Street (Porter Creek) FRIDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Big Book Discussion Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 1:30 pm #4 Hospital Rd. (Resource Room) 8:00 pm Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. SATURDAY: 1:00 pm Sunshine Group (OM, NS) DETOX Building, 6118-6th Ave. 2:30 pm Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Meeting Whitehorse General Hospital (Board Room) 7:00 pm Hospital Boardroom (OM, NS) SUNDAY: 1:00 pm Sunshine Group (OM, NS) DETOX Building, 6118-6th Ave. 7:00 pm Hospital Meeting Boardroom (OM, NS) NS - No Smoking OM - open mixed, includes anyone CM - closed mixed, includes anyone with a desire to stop drinking

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BUSY BEAVERS Painting, Pruning Hauling, Chainsaw Work, Snow Shovelling 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 LOG CABINS: Professional Scribe Fit log buildings at affordable rates.

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

IBEX BOBCAT SERVICES â&#x20AC;&#x153;Country Residential Snow Plowingâ&#x20AC;?

All Subdivisions & acreages off Mayo Rd, MacPherson, Hidden Valley, Pilot Mountain & Hot Springs Rd. Honest & Prompt Service Amy Iles Call 667-4981 or 334-6369 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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TCM MAID SERVICE Reliable, Thorough & Professional Reasonable Rates References available 335-4421or 393-3868 THOMAS FINE CARPENTRY â&#x20AC;˘ Construction â&#x20AC;˘ Renovation â&#x20AC;˘ Finishing â&#x20AC;˘ Cabinets â&#x20AC;˘ Tiling â&#x20AC;˘ Flooring â&#x20AC;˘ Repairs â&#x20AC;˘ Specialty woodwork â&#x20AC;˘ Custom kitchens 867-633-3878 or cell 867-332-5531 thomasfinecarpentry@northwestel.net SNOW CLEARING/REMOVAL Sidewalks, Driveways, Parking lots, Compounds Private and Commercial Properties Fast and reliable service Aurora Toolcat Services 867-334-8447

ORTHOPAEDIC TECHNOLOGY â&#x20AC;˘Custom Braces â&#x20AC;˘Prosthesis â&#x20AC;˘Custom Orthotics â&#x20AC;˘Custom Compression Garments â&#x20AC;˘Shoe Modification â&#x20AC;˘Shoe repair Call Ursula or Stefan Angerer for Appointment (Former Owner of Northern Hospital Supplies) 867-399-3671 JUDEĘźS PAINTING & HOME RENOVATIONS â&#x20AC;˘Kitchen/bathroom renovations â&#x20AC;˘Hardwood & Laminate flooring â&#x20AC;˘Tile â&#x20AC;˘Window & door installation Additions, sheds, water rooms & outhouses â&#x20AC;˘Interior painting â&#x20AC;˘No job too small Call 867-689-1458 Email judewaldman@gmail.com

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Business Opportunities GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories.

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DRUG PROBLEM?

STOP EBOLA. Fundraiser for MSF in West Africa. Thursday Nov 27. Francophone Centre, 210 Strickland. Silent auction, speakers, music, refreshments. Tickets $20 Well Read Books. Info Jan 633-3445

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Sports Equipment COMPLETE SET of Spalding womenĘźs golf clubs, c/w cart, $60. 633-4018 BLACK DIAMOND Justice 187cm twin-tip skis w/rocker, Garmont Delirium AT boots sz 10 mens, Diamir Freeride AT bindings. Toe of binding needs replacement. All other equip in exc shape, $1,000. 336-2606 GOALIE SKATES, 2 pair, Bauer Supreme One 75 SS Blades, sz 3.5D, used one season, Bauer Supreme 3000, sz 5, offers.

668-5790 DOWNHILL SKI boots, Nordica BZX, grey, length 11 po (290mm), width A, for teenagers, exc cond, $55. 668-6303 ROSSIGNOL ALL mountain skis, 170 cm, Carbon 82 Avenger, Axiom 120 bindings, new, $450. 393-3741 4 PAIRS of skis with bindings, Rossignol, Bermuda Shorts, Volkl Solomon, Head, $150. 332-6565 TREK 6700. Beautiful mountain bike, used very little, in amazing shape. Size medium, $450 obo. 668-2659 DOWNHILL SKIS w/boots. Good for child 7-12 yrs old, $75 obo. 668-2659 GOALIE GEAR, 3 pr goalie skates for shoe sz 6, 6.5, 7.5, $75/pr. Vaughn Velocity 30" pads, $150. Vaughn Epic Jr large chest protector, $75. 667-4630 INDOOR SOCCER shoes, sz 9.5, good cond, $10. 334-8873 2 PR Snowblades, 1 Salomon, 1 Firefly, with 2 pr Salomon boots, sizes 30 to 30.5 & 26 to 26.5, snowboard helmet sz med. 668-2253

Livestock HORSE HAVEN HAY RANCH Dev & Louise Hurlburt Irrigated Timothy/Brome mix Small square & round bales Discounts for field pick up or delivery Straw bales also for sale 335-5192 â&#x20AC;˘ 668-7218 QUALITY YUKON MEAT Dev & Louise Hurlburt Grain-finished Hereford beef Domestic wild boar Order now for guaranteed delivery Payment plan available Samples on request 668-7218 335-5192 OAT BUNDLES FOR SALE â&#x20AC;˘Great horse feed â&#x20AC;˘On field price $1.00/bundle â&#x20AC;˘Two bundles/day/horse â&#x20AC;˘Feed alone or good hay supplement Call 668-6742 TIMOTHY/BROME HAY â&#x20AC;˘No rain â&#x20AC;˘Quality horse and livestock mix â&#x20AC;˘Square and round bales â&#x20AC;˘Delivery available For more information call 668-6742 or 334-4589 HORSE FOUND in the Ibex Valley area, one sorrel gelding, no brands. To claim please contact Angelique. 456-4088

Baby & Child Items CHILDRENĘźS CLOTHING in excellent condition, given freely the first & third Saturday monthly at the Church of the Nazarene, 2111 Centennial. 633-4903 TODDLERĘźS CLOTHES, 3T & up, make me an offer. 393-2630 ONE-PIECE SNOWSUIT, size 3T, Molehill brand, $60. 393-2630 2-SEATER BIKE trailer, new, CCM brand, $150. 393-2630

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2014

FIRST NATIONS Craft Fair at Elijah Smith School Saturday December 13th, 10am-4pm. To book tables call 667-5992 or email Melanie.Bennett@gov.yk.ca

ARE YOU MĂ&#x2030;TIS? Are you registered?

Would you like to be involved?

There is a Yukon Metis Nation that needs your support Contact 668-6845

Childcare KOSS FAMILY DAY HOME available now in Porter creek.

Accepting 18 months and older .

We provide snacks and lunch.

Contact 867-336-3769 CHEEKY MONKEYĘźS DAYCARE Leisure on Lewes Complex A fun, caring environment for your children.

Hot meal program included.

Accepting enrollment in all age groups 6 months to 12 years.

334-4665

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

IKEA COMPUTER floor carrier, exc cond, holds any PC computer tower, extra storage space, wheels for easy moving, sturdy design, medium dark wood, $90. 633-6343 IKEA COMPUTER desk, new cond, 31â&#x20AC;?x 63â&#x20AC;?, wheels for easy moving, sturdy design, underneath rack for computer/power wires, medium dark wood, $120. 633-6343

FRI. 7pm-8:30pm 4071 - 4th Ave Many Rivers Office CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability?

Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca

BED FRAME, queen, solid wood, black finish, c/w endtables that slide into sides, solid wood slats incl, good cond, $100. 336-3397

Craft Fairs

5 DINING chairs, light colour solid wood, blue fabric seats, $100; headboard panels, NIB, Nexxt Design Luxe, tweed grey, 8 w/mounting materials, $200 new, asking $100. 336-3397

CHILD DEVELOPMENT Centre Christmas Craft Fair November 22, 10am-3pm, Child Development Centre. Door prizes, silent auction, pictures with Santa betweeen 11-12 & 1-2. For tables call Rhonda 456-8182

UTILITY TABLE, 60â&#x20AC;?LX30â&#x20AC;?W, sturdy, suitable for crafts, displays, etc, $29. 332-4092 LARGE PINE table & 6 matching chairs, table has leaf, very heavy & well made, $450 obo. 393-2869 to view SERTA TWIN mattress, pillow top, good cond, $50. 334-7535 CANWOOD PINE TV Stand. Solid wood.

Has 2 shelves & 2 large drawers for DVDs. 43â&#x20AC;?Wx22â&#x20AC;?D, gd cond, $120. 393-2929 TALL DINING room table with 8 black leather seat chairs, solid wood, Rustic Oak, table 60â&#x20AC;? sq, includes Lazy Susan/storage drawer under table, exc cond, paid $2,000 asking $500. 667-6562 LA-Z-BOY RECLINER, purchased at Inspired Interiors 1 year ago, Eldorado high-leg recliner, Aztec print (rust, black, yellow), non-smoking pet-free home, $750 obo.

336-0013 ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE & china cabinet. 335-7830

Personals SHELDON CASSELMAN with ChaosCombat or anyone knowing how to contact him, please call Michelle at 667-2614 or 334-3851

12-DAYS OF Christmas Market presented by the Fireweed Community Market Society December 11th - 22nd at the Old Fire Hall.

Opening day: noon-9pm, Sat-Wed: 10am-7pm, Thurs-Fri: 10am-9pm.

SPRUCE BOG, November 15, Canada Games Centre, 11-5, open at 10:15 for seniors and persons with mobility issues. Free draw for gift baskets GLOBAL VILLAGE Craft Fair presented by Yukon Development Education Centre. Saturday November 15th, 11:00 to 3:00 at the Old Fire Hall. Fair trade crafts, 10,000 Villages, Maiwa, Ghanian baskets

DRUG PROBLEM? Narcotics Anonymous meetings Wed. 7pm-8pm #2 - 407 Ogilvie St. BYTE Office

Furniture

ANGLICAN CHURCH Women Christ Church Cathedral ACW Bazaar, Saturday, November 15, 11am-2pm at Hellaby Hall, Elliott Street.

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS & bake sale, Saturday November 22, 10am-2pm, 600 College Drive, senior residence lobby, unique crafts and delicious baking, door prizes & raffle

RFP2014443 Supply and installation of cable trays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ayamdigut Campus (Whitehorse) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Yukon College Closes: Noon PST, November 25, 2014 The College requires the supply and installation of cable trays to support IT servicing at the Ayamdigut Campus.

Complete packages are available by emailing Procurement and Contracts at purchasing@ yukoncollege.yk.ca (867-668-8864).

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SURVEY NOTICE Section 87(1) Quartz Mining Act

Situated in the Watson Lake Mining District in Quad 105 H/3 west of Robert Campbell Highway at approximate Latitude 61°07â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Longitude 129°26â&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

Take notice that a survey has been made of the following mineral claims shown in Schedule A under Instructions from the Surveyor General, and that at the termination of sixty days from the date of this notice the said survey shall be accepted as defining absolutely the boundaries of the said claims, unless in the meantime it is protested, as provided in Section 75 of the Quartz Mining Act. The plan of survey can be viewed at the office of the Mining Recorder, Watson Lake, Yukon.

Dated at Whitehorse, Yukon this 6th day of October, 2014.

Gabriel Aucoin Underhill Geomatics Ltd. Agent for Yukon Jade Ltd.

**ARTISAN EVENT** The Other Craft Show, Sunday November 23rd at the Westmark Whitehorse Ballroom, 11am to 4pm. 24 more unique local artisans, crafters, photographers, jewelers and bakers.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL MERCHANT SERVICES Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is December 3, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

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

Technical questions may be directed to Elaine Carlyle at 867-667-5346.

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

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

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

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PUBLIC TENDER TRANSPORTATION OF HOUSEHOLD WASTE FROM THE UPPER LIARD SOLID WASTE FACILITY Project Description: This tender is intended to procure services for hauling of household waste bins from the Upper Liard Transfer Station to the City of Whitehorse Solid Waste Management Facility along with the temporary provision of rental bins.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is November 25, 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 Rob Anderson at (867)456-6542.

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

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

PUBLIC TENDER SUPPLY OF PEDESTRIAN ACTUATED WARNING SYSTEM FOR GOVERNMENT OF YUKON Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is December 3, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

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

Technical questions may be directed to Wayne Beauchemin at 867-6678039.

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

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

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

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PUBLIC TENDER STANDING OFFER AGREEMENTS FOR THIRD PARTY EQUIPMENT RENTALS FOR VARIOUS GOVERNMENT OF YUKON DEPARTMENTS 2015 Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is December 11, 2014. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

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

Technical questions may be directed to Jenny Richards at 867-393-6387.

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

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

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

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

SALE OF SURPLUS HEAVY EQUIPMENT S-2014/10 Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is November 25, 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 November 18,2014 (12:00-2:00 PM) Thursday November 20, 2014 (12:00-2:00 PM) Viewing Location: 277-9029 Quartz Road, Highways and Public Works, Asset Compound, Whitehorse, Yukon.

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

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

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Name Nevada 2 King 5 King 6 Arctic 3 Nevada 5 Nevada 4F Nevada 1 King 4 Rose 1 Rose 2 King 3 Arctic 2 Rose 3 Nevada 7F Nevada 6F

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