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how investors feel about the long-term prospects of the gold price, he said. he outlook for Yukon’s “People are very unwilling mining industry is not to speculate on that these days. great for 2015, says John You see fluctuations of $50McConnell, president of Victo- 100 on a weekly basis, up and ria Gold Corp. down. So people are just nerVictoria Gold owns the Eagle vous, and until we see a fairly gold project north of Mayo, long-term price, probably in which is fully permitted for the $1,300-1,500 range, I don’t construction but has yet to find think the confidence will come the financial backers to get the back to finance gold projects.� mine going. The Conference Board of It’s the largest mine ever per- Canada predicted last month mitted by the Yukon Environthat Yukon’s gross domestic mental and Socio-Economic product would grow 6.6 per Assessment Board, and would cent in 2015, and based that require a capital injection of projection largely on the asabout $400 million for work to sumption that construction begin. would begin at the Eagle mine Because the mine is fully this year. permitted, work could techniThat’s not terribly realistic, cally begin this spring, said said McConnell. McConnell. “It was a bit of a naive comBut chances of finding the ment. Obviously they themnecessary financial backing selves don’t pay attention to will remain slim until there’s a capital markets and gold price. major turn-around in the gold I’m not sure what the basis was price and financing markets, he for their comments.� said. In recent years the conferNo large-scale North Ameri- ence board has been making can gold project has been its economic projections based financed in about three years, on the most optimistic timesaid McConnell. lines from mining companies, “Certainly now that doesn’t regardless of the actual likelilook great, but things do turn hood of those events coming around quickly in this busito pass. This has resulted in ness.� frequent over-estimation of Getting the project financed GDP growth. will basically come down to For example, in March of Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter
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Mystery donor gives food bank big boost Ashley Joannou
of non-perishable food. This is the first time the Whitehorse food bank has worked with t’s been months since Stephen the company. Dunbar-Edge has seen shadows Through them, Dunbar-Edge when he walks down the aisles was able to take $13,500 and turn of the Whitehorse Food Bank. it into about $23,000 to $26,000 Many shelves have been bare. worth of food. The executive director of the That same month the five pallets food bank isn’t likely to have that of non-perishables arrived: canned problem for a while now, thanks to fish, turkey and chicken along with an anonymous $10,000 donation canned beans, tomatoes, corn and last month. green beans. The pallets also held The money was in response to dried soup and cereal. another big donation. “I was able to buy food that will Giving, Dunbar-Edge said, carry me through to the spring has turned out to have quite the food drive,” Dunbar-Edge said. domino effect. Last year was an eventful one for In December, Whitehorse Mothe food bank. In April it received a tors donated a 2013 transit van. one-time $750,000 grant from the That donation itself was a huge Yukon government to help with the deal for the food bank. The 1998 purchase of its current location at Chevy Astro it had used reliably 306 Alexander Street, though they since it opened five years ago was still have a small mortgage remainon its last legs. ing. The donation of the van became The building used to be the old a news item on CBC television. Legion, and Dunbar-Edge has some Then, a few days later, Dunbarbig plans for it now that it’s owned Edge got a phone call from a lawyer by the food bank. in Vancouver. A lease agreement is still being “I don’t know who or where worked on, but after some renothey are, but he said that someone vations, Yukon’s Boys and Girls had seen that and wanted to make Club will move into the side of the an anonymous donation.… It was building that used to be a bar. The a really nice Christmas surprise.” food bank will stay where it is, on More dominos fell when the side that used to be used for Dunbar-Edge was able to connect bingos and pancake breakfasts. with Worldwide Food Distributors. “They’ll be using the commerThe Ontario-based company acts cial kitchen that’s on their side to as a go-between for food banks and do cooking programs with kids,” manufacturers that have an excess Dunbar-Edge said. News Reporter
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Dunbar-Edge is busy applying to a fund administered by Food Banks Canada to pay for some joint programming between the two groups, which could involve getting the kids to help out around the food bank. In 2015, Dunbar-Edge is also hoping to expand the types of help that the food bank offers. Right now people can come in once a month for three days’ worth of emergency food. This year he said he wants to roll out programs specifically for people living on the streets. That would mean offering a day’s worth of food on a more frequent basis. If they are living on the streets,
people won’t have anywhere to store more than that anyways. If someone is also dealing with an addiction, that can make things more complicated, he said. “They can’t go to the Salvation Army if they are intoxicated, but that doesn’t change the fact that they need to have food in their system,” he said. “Because if I don’t put food in their system with other things that are going into their bodies, they end up freezing in the ditch or dehydrated in a way that then they spend three days in the hospital for $3,000, when I could have resolved the issue with $4.50 of sardines, crackers, juice, etc.
“My goal is to save the taxpayers money, even though I get no funding to do that.” With all the new things that are happening, the basic purpose for the food bank – and the need for it – has not changed. In 2014 the food bank served about 1,436 individuals a month. Of those, about 34 per cent were children. Dunbar-Edge says there are misconceptions about people who use the food bank. He’s seen comments from people complaining that some clients have cars that are too nice. That kind of judgment is unwarranted, he said. “They don’t know where that person’s at. Yes, maybe they do have a newer car, but maybe something is going on in their life that they need to be here. What are they supposed to do? Sell their vehicle so that suddenly they can’t drive their kids anywhere or go to their job?” he said. “And we don’t even know if they could sell their vehicle because they might owe more on it than it’s worth to resell.” Only one-tenth of the food bank’s clients return every month, said Dunbar-Edge. The vast majority of clients will come between four and eight times a year. “That tells me the clients treat it as an emergency service.” Contact Ashley Joannou at ashleyj@yukon-news.com
Yukon seeks feedback on new condo rules Jacqueline Ronson
if we had modern legislation,” said Lang. “In other jurisdictions there’s a he Yukon government is near- whole rule structure around how ing the end of a years-long that happens. How you tell people process to modernize its Land what you’re building, how you build, Titles Act and Condominium Act. how you work on your second, third, The territory is currently seeking fourth, fifth phase. There’s all those feedback on draft legislation. The rules around it. We don’t have those, government expects to table the bills so we’re constantly trying to shoethis spring. horn in processes that the act doesn’t The Condominium Act in parrecognize.” ticular will be of interest to Yukoners One of the things the new legislawho own a condo or are interested tion will do is set up those sort of in one day owning one. rules for phased development. “On a day-to-day basis, the rules Another thing the legislation will in the Condominium Act affect the regulate is the way that members way people who own condominiof condo corps interact with each ums interact with each other and the other. way they manage their properties,” Right now, a condo owner can said Graham Lang, a Whitehorse vote on behalf of an unlimited lawyer who chairs the Canadian Bar number of other members by proxy Association’s real estate section for at meetings, said Lang. the Yukon. The new legislation suggests that The update is designed to give one person can hold a maximum of firmer rules for developers and two proxy votes, unless otherwise condo corps to prevent conflicts, he stated in the condo board’s regulasaid. tions. “We’re hoping that these changes The new act will also set rules for are going to help condos work beta mandatory reserve fund to pay for ter, and lead to less strife within the major common expenses, for excondominium corps.” ample, if the roof of a shared condo He gave the example of the building needs replacement. conflict around the development at It can be tricky to determine what Falcon Ridge, where the condo cor- level of reserve funds is appropriate, poration took the developer to court because different condo complexes because it disagreed with the design have different degrees of shared of a further phase of development. property, said Lang. “The Falcon Ridge incident al“There are some condominium most certainly wouldn’t have existed developments that have very little in News Reporter
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the way of common maintenance, and there’s other ones that have huge issues with common maintenance, like ones with elevators, that kind of thing.” But the alternative to regulating an appropriate reserve fund is having members hit with big bills when major repairs come up, and people don’t like that either, said Lang. Information about the content of the new condo act is available on the Department of Justice website, along with a discussion document and feedback forms. “The important thing is for people in condominiums, certainly their boards, to take a look at these situations, figure out what works for
them, what doesn’t and comment accordingly,” said Lang. Once these rules are set in stone, Yukoners likely won’t get another chance at legislative changes for decades, he said. “This is a once-in-a-generation type change.” Changes to the Land Titles Act really won’t affect most Yukoners in any significant way, said Lang. That act describes the process for recording land titles and other interests related to land. “The whole thing is really dry. This couldn’t be a drier subject for you,” he said. “It’s a very technical act that is really more of interest to lawyers,
surveyors and banks, than it is to individuals,” said Lang. The changes will modernize the act and make the process a bit smoother, said Lang. The current act is basically in the same form as the 1899 Canadian Lands Act, he said. “It hasn’t really been updated since. There’s been one amendment since that time. It’s an old act, and it doesn’t contemplate some things that have happened in the last 115 years.” Some of the more urgent pieces of the modernization have already been dealt with, he said. At an administrative level the government has dealt with a delay with the transfer of land titles that was causing strife with Outside bankers, who are used to these things happening much more quickly, said Lang. And one small legislative amendment was pushed through last year. “Under our act, you couldn’t grant an easement to yourself on your own land. So now they’ve changed that. That makes development a lot easier, but it’s really boring to talk about, and it doesn’t make any sense, unless you’re a developer or a lawyer.” The government will accept feedback on the proposed land titles and condominium acts through Jan. 31. Visit the Department of Justice website for more information. Contact Jacqueline Ronson at jronson@yukon-news.com
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Watson Lake resident calls for emergency shelter Myles Dolphin News Reporter
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Watson Lake resident says it’s time to get serious about building an emergency shelter in the community. Fred Statham, who’s been running the Saint Vincent de Paul soup kitchen since 2012, said the homeless situation has reached a critical point. “Whitehorse has the Skookum Jim Friendship Centre and the Salvation Army, and we have nothing,� he said. “A lot of homeless people hang around town during the day. At night there’s a lot of couch surfing going on or they just try to find a place that’s warm. “We just need a small location that could accommodate about a dozen people.� The town has a shelter for women and children but nowhere for men to go when they need a place to sleep or dry out. Statham said he has a hard time pinning down exactly how many people he considers homeless in the community. He said it could easily be between two and 20. Watson Lake has roughly 950 residents. People without permanent homes tend to move from couch to couch, making them harder to track, he said.
Police warn against polar bear swims Jumping in the Yukon River in January is probably a bad idea, in case that wasn’t already obvious. The RCMP’s Cpl. Natasha Dunmall said police got a couple
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Fred Statham, who runs the St. Vincent de Paul soup kitchen in Watson Lake, says the town needs an emergency shelter.
Statham wants to become a member of the Watson Lake Chamber of Commerce in order to get its help preparing a proposal for the shelter. He said he should be al-
lowed to join the organization because the soup kitchen is a sole proprietorship business. Statham has been advocating for a men’s shelter for the past three years.
“They told me I needed to get more grassroots support,� he said, referring to the territorial government. Statham said he’s been working towards achieving
of phone calls on Jan. 1 and 2. People had either seen others jump in the river as part of a “polar bear swim� or seen photos of what happened on social media. While no one was hurt and it’s not illegal, police point out its probably not a great idea. The swims were happening
in and around the intake of the Yukon River. “There is a demonstrated danger of drowning due to strong currents and undertow in certain areas of the Yukon River, without having the added danger of frigid northern winter temperatures,� Dunmall said.
Water rescues this time of year, when the river is freezing, would be “logistically challenging,� Dunmall said. Plummeting temperatures this week meant it’s unlikely anyone dared to take a dip. But things should be warming up, so Dunmall believes the warning is
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that, but he needs help to develop a concrete plan. Watson Lake Mayor Richard Durocher said Statham’s heart is in the right place, but he’s concerned about the lack of data. Until firmer numbers become available, it’ll be hard to move forward on this project, he said. “I understand Fred’s passion for the needy within our municipality, and we feel the same way, we stand behind and back any initiative that helps people,� he said. “But we don’t know what the numbers are and therein lies the problem. I’m just wondering if it’s a cart before the horse scenario.� Durocher said he invites the Department of Health and Social Services to visit Watson Lake and see the situation for itself. Having lived in the community for 36 years, he said he couldn’t remember ever meeting someone who was homeless. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t there, Durocher added. Statham said at this point, he just wants to get the ball rolling at next Tuesday’s chamber meeting. “Hopefully we can put together a proposal the government would be interested in,� he said. Contact Myles Dolphin at myles@yukon-news.com
justified. “If people must partake in a polar bear swim, we urge them to take the proper precautions for their own safety and to ensure that they have someone on the shore with appropriate rescue training and equipment.� (Ashley Joannou)
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eography geeks have lots of fancy words to describe landscape features. Let us propose a new one: An ugly spiderweb of all-terrain vehicle ruts that scars Yukon’s fragile hinterland may be known as a “currie,” after Environment Minister Currie Dixon. This may seem uncharitable, given how Dixon’s government recently passed legislation that would, in theory, outlaw such damage in sensitive areas. But there is good reason to worry that these new laws will be unenforceable, thanks to the half-hearted designs endorsed by the minister. It only stands to reason that a successful prosecution under the new laws would depend on a scofflaw rider being somehow identifiable. In much of Canada, this is not a problem, as ATVs are expected to be registered and to bear license plates. But Dixon, knowing that such a requirement would upset some hot-headed supporters, has apparently made a political calculation that crafting an effective law isn’t worth the bother. The new laws only require ATVs that are operated on maintained roads to be registered, leaving those roaming off-road off the hook. Naysayers of ATV regulation typically harumph that there’s no point making rules that a few bad apples won’t follow anyway. Yet, if we were to apply this impossibly high standard more broadly, we would soon be chucking out most of our laws. The real question isn’t whether all bozos will be caught, but whether the threat of being busted is enough to deter some people from engaging in stupid behaviour that is making a mess of Yukon’s backcountry. Vehicle registration would go a long way to make this threat credible. Workable ATV regulation also requires the territorial government to throw adequate resources
behind enforcement. So far, the government remains mum on these details. And we’ve yet to hear anything about which areas would be declared off limits. In short, there’s little reason to think the Yukon Party is interested in creating the conditions for these laws to succeed in their stated aims. Not long ago, Dixon made the trite suggestion that scofflaws could be successfully prosecuted under the new laws through identifying riders based on the colour of their helmets and vehicles. Good luck with that holding up in court. Clearly, the minister doesn’t take this issue seriously. That’s a disservice to the hundreds of Yukoners who have taken the time to tell the government that they don’t want to see the territory’s backcountry recklessly damaged by a small number of irresponsible residents. This seems to be the typical Yukon Party way of diffusing a political issue it would rather not deal with in the first place – by going through the motions of pretending to take concerns seriously and eventually committing to a half measure that doesn’t actually get the job done. Credit goes to Trails Only Yukon, a group of residents – some of whom ride ATVs – who have spent the past five years making a sensible case for ATV regulation. As they note, Yukoners already must register their boats. It’s hard to understand why it would be an unreasonable burden to expect the same of ATVs, especially if this is the collective price that must be paid to ensure Yukon’s sensitive alpine areas don’t become further wrecked. It looks like it will fall on a future government to complete this job. In the meantime, the next time ATVs rip up the backcountry, we should remember Dixon has mud on his hands. (JT) Publisher
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Peel protectors are hypocrites The position of the Peel Watershed Planning Commission, the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society and the Yukon Conservation Society on the proposed Peel Land Use Plan is not only hypocritical, but based on false information and scare tactics. For example, they say they want to protect 80 per cent of the region, and yet they allow guide outfitters to swarm throughout the region and kill animals for money. They have failed to follow the wisdom of the nowcomplete North Yukon Land Use Plan, which states “existing site-specific best management practices, used in combination with the direction provided by the plan, are considered adequate to mitigate potential impacts of mineral activity.”
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The Peel plan totally fails this. The Peel commission’s proposed plan is a tool for prohibition by excluding mineral prospecting to 80 per cent of the area. The Yukon now has more protected area than any other province in Canada, and more than what’s recommended by the United Nations. Only one in over 1,000 mineral occurrences will ever become a mine. Even if only one or two mines were ever discovered in the Peel, over 99 per cent of the region would remain undisturbed. Remember one rich mine could pay for all our expensive health care programs
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Quote of the Day “Until we see a fairly long-term price, probably in the $1,300-1,500 range, I don’t think the confidence will come back to finance gold projects.” John McConnell, president of Victoria Gold Corp. Page 2
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that we take for granted in the Yukon. Someday, there will be a university course using the example of the Peel as how not to conduct land use planning. It is for this reason the Umbrella Final Agreement has a clause in it that states the democratically elected Yukon government has final say on land use planning. The Yukon government’s intent to appeal the plan proposed by the Peel commissioners is the right thing to do.
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The 21st century Sourdough by Keith Halliday
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century ago, you made your fortune in the Yukon and then retired somewhere warm until you ran out of gold and dancehall hangers-on. Even a generation ago, it was typical to spend your working years in the Yukon and then retire as soon as you could afford it to Vancouver or, if you’d done well, Hawaii. So it is surprising to see how rapidly the Yukon’s population is aging. Thirty years ago, according to Statistics Canada’s handy online population pyramid tool, the Yukon’s population was much younger than it is now. The most common age, or “mode” in statistics-speak, was 27 years for both men and women. As of the 2011 census, the model Yukoner was around 50 years old. If you were looking for a reason why there are a lot fewer bars
on Main Street these days, this is probably it. This is a surprisingly rapid change in the age structure of a population. The age structure of most populations around the world was probably quite stable for thousands of years before the industrial revolution. In the 20th century we went through rapid population growth, the baby boom and now rapid aging. But not many places are going from young to old as rapidly as the Yukon. The Yukon still has a younger population than Canada overall. In 2011, 9.1 per cent of Yukoners were 65 or over versus 14.8 percent for the country. It used to be even younger. Way back in the 1904 census, in fact, there were no women reported in the Yukon over the age of 55. The ratio of women to men has also changed. The Yukon Statistics Bureau says there were 127 men for every woman in 1961. In 2011 the ratio was 101 to 100. Yukon women can no longer joke that “the odds are good but the goods may be odd” like they could back in the Swinging Sixties. There are now over 3,000 Yukoners over the age of 65. Another 5,000 will qualify for their seniors discount cards in the next
decade. The decade after that will see an even bigger bulge. Looking forward, it seems likely this will continue. In fact, there are even scenarios that would accelerate it. Suppose, for example, that the mining industry stays flat, failing to draw in thousands of young private-sector workers over the next decade. Then suppose that Ottawa throttles back growth in transfer payments by a couple of points. If transfer payments grow no faster than inflation, then annual increases in federal money will be consumed by cost-ofliving raises for existing government workers; this would prevent surging government hiring as we have seen in the last decade. In this scenario, fewer young people move to the Yukon while the existing workforce stays in place and ages. This would have some significant implications for our economy and government. The first is likely housing. The new 300-bed Sourdough home being planned by the government in Whistle Bend may seem big, but it isn’t when you think of those thousands of Yukoners headed for retirement I mentioned above. Whitehorse will need a lot more housing suited to older lifestyles. The Riverdale split-level
and the Copper Ridge family home will be out of fashion with all their stairs and slippery driveways to shovel. Seniors will be looking for downtown condos or apartments in facilities with easy access to shops, restaurants and health care. You can see the real estate industry Outside already responding to these opportunities, especially in cities. Some Yukoners have similar ideas. Ranjit Sarin and the Vimy Heritage Housing Society, for example, are working on a plan for apartments where Yukon seniors can live independently but also take advantage of prepared meals in a shared dining-room or onsite activities and programs. (Go to www.vhhs.ca to learn more about this interesting idea.) There are also likely going to be lots of business opportunities around services for older Yukoners, including things like home care, grocery delivery, hearing aids and mobility devices. The implications for government are also big. As people age, they consume more health-care services. The U.K. government has a statistic that forecasts the demand for health care by linking population forecasts to estimates of how people use more health care as they age. The British
Local retailers excelled over holiday season I purchased all of my gifts locally this year. There were lots of choices, many helpful staff, fair prices and fun extras. The shops were busy but not lacking. And the follow-up experience post wrapping and opening was just as pleasant when I ventured back out to make a few returns. Even months after the initial purchase and with no receipts, Yukon businesses displayed refreshing examples of true service. Thank you for your efforts this festive season to bring goods and services to the people of Yukon. Thank you for the no-questionsasked approach and going above the minimum requirements. Thank you for excellent customer service this festive season and throughout the year. I will gratefully continue to shop locally. Lisa Walker Carcross
Who’s calling who semi-skilled? Re: Laments of a ‘semi-skilled labour’ (The News, Jan. 2) I read Doug Sack’s article after the historic bulldozer photo attracted my attention. I do concur with the fact that catskinners and grader operators should deserve a better occupational label than semi-skilled if that indeed is what the end result of his driver’s licence application was. In his last paragraph he noted
and made a pitch for a monument to the catskinners to be placed downtown so that we all can see such a memento of an honest skill/trade. That in turn made me wonder why in heaven’s name the workers’ compensation building bureaucrats removed the small caterpillar that was donated as a form of art by the late Gunnar Neilson, in favour of an electronic billboard that spews out useless information. Perhaps, to paraphrase Doug Sack’s comment, maybe the semiskilled government employees can give that some thought during their coffee break. Johan Groenewegen Whitehorse
Electoral reform would give gov’ts greater legitimacy I recently heard Energy, Mines and Resources Minister Scott Kent announce that the Yukon government would be appealing the recent court decision on land use in the Peel watershed, stating that “public governments need to make decisions about public lands on behalf of all Yukoners.” I applaud Minister Kent’s thoughtfulness, and the consideration the government gave to the matter before reaching their decision to launch an appeal. However, his statement, well intentioned though I believe it is,
raises two points which we must all acknowledge. The first is the issue of public governments truly representing the interests of the populace that elects them. With our multi-party politics and our current electoral system it is usual for governments to be elected with the support of a minority of the voters. This has been the case for decades. Brian Mulroney claimed to have a clear mandate for his majority Conservative government policies when 57 per cent of Canadian voters did not vote Conservative. Hardly a mandate to act on behalf of all Canadians. In the years that followed, the Liberals had free rein to govern as they wished with 60 per cent of the seats in the House of Commons but only 41 per cent of the popular vote. The same thing happens in the Yukon today: we have a majority government with 58 per cent of the seats in the legislature but only 40 per cent of the popular vote. In other words, a majority of Yukon voters did not choose our current government. In light of this discrepancy between voter support and the makeup of governments, both federally and territorially, one might expect our politicians to acknowledge that in order to act in the interests of the entire population they may need to temper their policies and pay more heed to opposing views. To claim to have a mandate when
their governments have been elected by a minority of the voters is disrespectful and, I believe, irresponsible. As governments change, policies can swing dramatically from left to right, leaving a majority of voters feeling that their interests have been abandoned. This brings me to the second point elicited by Minister Kent’s statement. Governments are not allowed to do whatever they wish, but are required to act within the laws of the country. To have court decisions that are too restrictive, as our Yukon government claims is the case in the Peel decision, is perhaps safer than to have decisions that are too lenient. Furthermore, governments are to act under the scrutiny of the electorate by way of official monitors. It is disturbing to see in recent years the muzzling and in fact firing of people who are supposed to be looking out for the interests of our citizens. Without an informed populace, there can be no true democracy.
forecasts show an eye-popping increase coming in health-care demand. It would likely look the same here. The Yukon also will face some choices about government services to older Yukoners. For example, daily user fees at the Yukon’s continuing care facilities were left at 1993 levels for 20 years, resulting in the Yukon having the lowest rates in Canada by 2013. The Yukon government nearly doubled rates that year, but said at the time that the new fees still only covered only eight to 11 per cent of the actual cost. The new 2013 daily rate was $35, which works out to under $1,100 per month for accommodation, meals, nursing, medical supplies and prescription drugs. The actual cost was between $310 and $470 per day, or between $9,000 and $14,000 per month. It will be a challenge for the government to provide this level of support for the thousands of 21st century Sourdoughs heading up the demographic pyramid. Especially if there aren’t enough young Yukoners around to pay the taxes needed for it. Keith Halliday is a Yukon economist and author of the Aurore of the Yukon series of historical children’s adventure novels.
One would hope that in the pursuit of truly representative government we might see our politicians at all levels of government begin to push for electoral changes which would give voice to all voters rather than just the minority who voted for the one winning candidate. That way we may achieve a government that can in fact act on behalf of the entire electorate. Ray Tucker Whitehorse
Party of One packs a punch If the political equivalent of a Geiger counter existed, the recently released Party of One: Stephen Harper and Canada’s Radical Makeover would make it scream. Justin Trudeau as our next prime minister would never be dumb enough, immature enough or narcissistic enough to destroy our beautiful country by surrounding himself with disposable toadies the way Harper has. Good for you Michael Harris and Penguin Canada books! Christian Torbik Whitehorse
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Longtime Ontario Green looks to represent Yukon Ashley Joannou News Reporter
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he first person to put his name forward as a possible federal candidate for the Green Party is new to the Yukon but not to Green politics. Frank de Jong was the first leader of the Green Party of Ontario. He spent 16 years at the helm before stepping down in 2009. A teacher with 25 years experience in Ontario, de Jong took a job last August at Del Van Gorder School in Faro. “I’ve been a teacher in Ontario for a long time and I thought I should see some more of Canada. So I applied to jobs and was offered a job in Faro. I thought this was a wonderful opportunity to see the Yukon.” He teaches shop, music and math. “And other things too. In small schools people have to be
flexible.” De Jong said he decided to wade back into politics after getting to know the territory. “I’m so impressed with the Yukon. It’s a fabulous place. It’s a very green jurisdiction. I’ve fallen in love with it so much and I want to stay here for many, many years and I thought I should stand up and speak. “ The Green Party has not announced when it will be voting to pick its next candidate on the federal ballot. De Jong knows he is a newcomer to the territory, but hopes that his experience will help Yukoners see him as a viable candidate. Issues around the Peel watershed and the federal bill S-6 that would amend the territory’s environmental assessment process will all need a strong Yukon voice in Ottawa, he said. De Jong, who supports
protecting the Peel watershed, believes the fight over the Peel could become a federal concern if it continues through the courts. “If the Yukon Party appeals to the Supreme Court of Canada then it very much becomes a Canadian issue,” he said. Meanwhile, Yukon First Nations have threatened to sue if the changes proposed in S-6 go forward. “An MP would have direct influence on a number of those issues,” he said. De Jong has strong feelings about how jurisdictions get money from Ottawa. “We pay a lot of taxes in Yukon and those tax dollars all go to the federal government and then they come back as transfer payments,” he said. “So we’re made to look like some economic basket case, yet we generate a lot of tax dollars here which should stay here
and not go to Ottawa. Then we wouldn’t feel like we were so dependant on Ottawa.” De Jong says we should change the way taxes are handled. He says the territorial and provincial governments should collect based on the value of land and resources as opposed to collecting income tax from businesses or individuals. “Companies should be paying for the use of land and the use of resources, but companies should not be paying income taxes and neither should people,” he said. “Why would we punish companies for being financially successful? Why do we punish people for having a job? As soon as you get a job the government says good for you, you got a job, now we’re going to take a third of your salary. It’s not right.” De Jong said he supports programs like health care and education, but calls it is a “question of
how the accounting works.” If people didn’t pay income taxes they could be paid less and have the same take home pay, he said. “It’s just a question of why are we cycling these dollars through Ottawa?” he said. The federal Green Party fared well in the Yukon during the last federal election. John Streicker placed third, but took nearly 19 per cent of the votes. Next to Elizabeth May, who won her seat in British Columbia, he earned the second highest share of the votes of any Green candidate. Streicker has said he will not be running for the Greens this time. “John has done a fabulous job of raising the profile of the party. It’s considered a viable political choice here, and because of John it’s winnable now for the Green Party in Yukon.” Contact Ashley Joannou at ashleyj@yukon-news.com
Liard First Nation chief accused of ignoring elders Myles Dolphin News Reporter
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iard First Nation elders aren’t receiving their usual quotas of wood and oil this winter and it’s causing hardship, according to one of the First Nation’s citizens. Alfred Chief, 69, said he blames Chief Daniel Morris for ignoring the needs of elders and refusing to communicate with them, or anyone else, for that matter. “You get $1,000 a month for pension but that’s not even enough to cover food,” he said.
“We usually get oil and wood every winter and it makes one heck of a difference. Neither is available now. “I think Morris is evil for getting away with this.” Chief said most of the First Nation’s elders, including him, heat their homes with wood. He’s been coping, because he gets wood from his brother, but others aren’t so lucky. “Some of their pipes are freezing,” he said. “Others had to borrow money to fill up their oil tanks. It’s the sort of hardship they don’t need to go through.”
Elders would normally receive two fill-ups for their oil tanks, which would last them through the winter and into the summer, Chief said. They’d also get five cords of wood. But if you only burn wood throughout the winter you probably need closer to 10 cords, he said. He said Morris has created a “welfare state.” Last January, barely two months after being elected, Morris and his administration laid off about 40 staff and closed down the band office without warning.
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The band office has since re-opened. The layoffs were supposed to be short-term but it is still unknown how many of those positions have been filled. Services like water delivery and home-care are still being carried out. Social assistance is also still being delivered to citizens because it’s being administered by Aboriginal Affairs. Morris and other members of the First Nation’s leadership have been silent on the matter, and unavailable for comment. There’s currently no housing director, and citizens are calling the ex-director for help but his hands are tied, Chief said. Chief said he’s never spoken to or heard any news from Morris since the election. Last August, Ottawa appointed a third-party manager
to straighten out Liard First Nation’s financial mess. At the time, Morris – the only time he’s spoken publicly since he was elected – said the First Nation owed Aboriginal Affairs $708,000. That money would have to come from funds that would otherwise be used to provide meals and wood to elders, he said. The First Nation has also missed two deadlines, one in July and one in November, to comply with the First Nations Financial Transparency Act and post their financial statements online. “It would do them better to work with (the) third party and get the band back on its feet,” Chief said. “Hopefully things will get better.” Contact Myles Dolphin at myles@yukon-news.com
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Charlie Hebdo terror suspects killed, hostage freed as police storm plant Lori Hinnant & Elaine Ganley
woman for the town near the Charles de Gaulle airport, said Associated Press the brothers had died in the clash. France has been high alert PARIS since the country’s worst terror rench police stormed a attack in decades – the massacre printing plant north of Wednesday in Paris at the satirParis on Friday, freeing a ical newspaper Charlie Hebdo hostage and killing two broththat left 12 people dead. ers linked to al-Qaida who were Minutes before the storming, a suspected of slaying 12 people at gunman in a Paris kosher grocery a Paris newspaper two days ago. store had threatened to kill his Two groups of terrorists had five hostages if French authorseized hostages at separate locaities launched an assault on the tions around the French capital two brothers, a police official Friday, facing off against thousaid. The two sets of hostagesands of French security forces takers know each other, said the as the city shut down a famed official, who was not authorized Jewish neighbourhood and to discuss the rapidly developing scrambled to protect residents situations with the media. and tourists from further attacks. Trying to fend off further By Friday afternoon, exploattacks, the Paris mayor’s office sions and gunshots rang out shut down all shops along Rosiers and white smoke rose outside a Street in the city’s famed Marais printing plant in Dammartin-en- neighbourhood in the heart of Goele, northeast of Paris, where the tourist district. Hours before brothers Cherif Kouachi, 32, and the Jewish Sabbath, the street is Said Kouachi, 34, had holed up usually crowded with shoppers with a hostage. – French Jews and tourists alike. Security forces had surThe street is also only a kilometre rounded the building for most away from Charlie Hebdo’s ofof the day. After the explosions, fices. a police SWAT forces could be At the kosher grocery near the seen on the roof of the building Porte de Vincennes neighbourand one police helicopter landed hood in Paris, the gunman burst near it. in shooting just a few hours Audrey Taupenas, spokesbefore the Jewish Sabbath began,
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declaring “You know who I am,” the official recounted. The attack came before sundown when the store would have been crowded with shoppers. The official said the gunman is also believed responsible for the roadside killing of a Paris policewoman on Thursday. Paris police released a photo of the gunman, Amedy Coulibaly, and a second suspect, a woman named Hayet Boumddiene, who
the official said was his accomplice. Several people wounded when the gunman opened fire in the kosher grocery were able to flee and get medical care, the official said. Police said 100 students were under lockdown in schools nearby and the highway ringing Paris was closed. Hours before and 40 kilometres, a convoy of police trucks,
helicopters and ambulances streamed toward Dammartinen-Goele, a small industrial town near Charles de Gaulle airport, to seize the Charlie Hebdo suspects, who had hijacked a car in a nearby town after more than two days on the run. “They said they want to die as martyrs,” Yves Albarello, a local lawmaker who said he was inside the command post, told French television station i-Tele. Cherif Kouachi, 32, was convicted of terrorism charges in 2008 for ties to a network sending jihadis to fight U.S. forces in Iraq. A Yemeni security official said his 34-year-old brother, Said Kouachi, is suspected of having fought for al-Qaida in Yemen. Another senior security official says Kouachi was in Yemen until 2012. Both officials spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because of an ongoing investigation into Kouachi’s stay in Yemen. Both brothers were on the U.S. no-fly list, a senior U.S. counterterrorism official said, speaking on condition of anonymity because the official was not authorized to discuss foreign intelligence publicly.
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Shawna is the winner of the 2014 Toyota RAV4 from our 2014 Raffle.
Her lucky ticket (sold at Superstore) was drawn on December 31, 2014 at Mic Mac Toyota. Habitat for Humanity Yukon congratulates
Habitat Yukon thanks all those who bought tickets in our raffle; you are all winners to us!
TERESA STENZEL
The proceeds from this raffle are being used for Habitat Yukon projects (Whistle Bend Phase I duplex – finished in 2014, Takhini River triplex – ready for occupancy, and Whistle Bend Phase II duplex – construction to start in Spring 2015).
of Whitehorse. Teresa is the winner of the $1,000 Gift Certificate at Integra Tire from our 2014 Raffle. Her lucky ticket (sold during one of HFHY’s ticket-selling weekends) was also drawn on December 31, 2014 at Mic Mac Toyota.
We certainly express our gratitude to the management and staff at Mic Mac Toyota for their generous and enthusiastic support and ongoing assistance. Habitat Yukon is very pleased that the following fine Yukon businesses sold our 2014 Raffle tickets: Builders Supplyland, FAS Gas-Haines Junction, Integra Tire, Kal Tire, Kopper King Services, Kutters Hairstyling, Locksmith Services, Mic Mac Toyota, Otter Falls Cutoff,
TD Canada Trust-Haines Junction, The Feed Store, The UPS Store, Trails North, UAP NAPA, Well Read Books. We would also like to thank those businesses that allowed our volunteers to sell tickets on-site: Canadian Tire, Wykes Your Independent Grocer, Home Hardware, Yukon Liquor Store, Real Canadian Superstore, Farmers Market, Wal-Mart Habitat Yukon is very grateful to our many volunteers who sold tickets in the sun, rain, wind, and cold! If you are interested in joining us as we provide affordable owned housing to Yukoners, please visit our website:
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Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre is organizing a fun and interactive workshop for all youth, Elders and community members to gather together to rediscover, learn and share information on their family history. There is an urgent need to act now to document and record our history through the knowledge of our Elders in the community. The purpose of the workshop is to update family trees, share photos, stories of people and places and exchange information on family history. We’ll have digital scanners and resource people to share technology know-how for digital photography, recording and archival preservation!
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Five of six members of Nutrition North advisory board are Conservative donors Steve Rennie
donations. “These individuals are entitled to freedom of expression and are not banned from donating to political parties,” Andrea Richer wrote in an email. “The ethical and political activity guidelines for public office holders do not prohibit political activity.” It casts doubt on the credibility of the board when so many of its members gave money to the Conservatives, said Liberal MP Ralph Goodale, the party’s deputy leader. “There’s been a clear failure to deliver the terms and conditions of this program,” he said Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press in a telephone interview, referring to the auditor general’s Aboriginal Affairs Minister Bernard Valcourt responds to a report. question in the House of Commons this past summer. “That would lead one to be board in November 2010 and job and I respect the approach very suspicious that the folks to getting things done,” Wilcox on this board are enjoying a named its chair in May 2012 – political sinecure and not doing donated to the Conservatives in wrote. “Not everything is easy and their job.” March 2013 and June 2014. a good level of prudence in The NDP also weighed in. “I don’t have a problem spending is appropriate and “The Harper government supporting the Conservatives. I don’t see how making a few is always looking to game the I believe they are doing a good donations is wrong.” system for the benefit of their Wilcox said he and his wife pals – even when it comes to a have known Environment Min- program that is about ensuring ister Leona Aglukkaq, the Con- that families are able to feed servative government’s Nunavut their children,” Charlie Angus, MP, for a long time. the party’s ethics critic, said in “She is from our area and an emailed statement. we are proud to support her “Nutrition North has failed through a few donations as we and it is unacceptable that Condo many other causes and com- servative patronage buddies are munity events.” benefiting at the trough while The Nutrition North pronorthern families are doing gram, a $60-million annual without.” food subsidy intended to help Nutrition North board memdefray the high cost of nutriber and Conservative donor tious food in the North, has Elisabeth Cayen heads up an orbeen under scrutiny ever since ganization that recently received auditor general Michael Fertens of thousands of dollars guson’s fall report came out in from the federal government. November. Last January, Aglukkaq anIn it, Ferguson revealed nounced the Nunavut Fisheries that the program’s overseers Training Consortium in Iqaluit WHITEHORSE MONEY MART are largely in the dark about would receive $58,000 for enwhether Nutrition North is hancements to a training simu2190 Second Avenue actually doing anything for the lator. Cayen, who is the conpeople who need it the most. sortium’s executive director, is 867-668-6930 The office of Aboriginal Afquoted in a news release dated Open 7 Days A Week fairs Minister Bernard Valcourt, Jan. 15, 2014, that accompanied who is responsible for the prothe spending announcement. gram, did not directly respond She said part of her job at to a detailed list of questions, the consortium is to submit but a spokeswoman did provide proposals for government funda general statement about the ing and it is up to the Canadian
ment funding, either directly or indirectly. Board chair Wilfred Wilcox is OTTAWA on the board of the Kitikmeot he board that advises the Corp., which along with anfederal cabinet minister other firm operates a company in charge of Canada’s called Kitikmeot Caterers – one controversial Nutrition North of the companies involved in food subsidy program is almost the construction of the governentirely made up of Conserment’s Canadian High Arctic vative donors, public records Research Station in the Nunashow. vut community of Cambridge Five of the six people apBay. pointed to the Nutrition North In an email, Wilcox said he is advisory board have donated not involved in Kitikmeot’s daymoney to the Conservatives. to-day business decisions. One of the five Conservative Wilcox also owns a company donors also gave to the Liberals, called Jago Services, which while a sixth member has not does plumbing, heating and contributed to any party. electrical work. Jago Services is The individual donations a subcontractor to Sanaqatiit range from $20 to $1,200 and Construction Ltd., another of span a time frame of February the companies working on the 2007 to July 2014. research station. And at least three board Jago got the contract through members, who get expenses an open tender process, Wilcox but no salary for their work, said. appear to be involved with Elections Canada records organizations or businesses that show Wilcox – who was appointed to the Nutrition North have received federal governCanadian Press
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Northern Economic Development Agency to decide which projects to fund. Elections Canada records show Cayen, who was appointed to the Nutrition North advisory board in November 2012, made two separate donations to the federal Conservatives – the first in May 2011 and the second in June 2013. Her husband, Greg Cayen, is listed as a director of the Nunavut Conservative Association, which organizes Aglukkaq’s electoral ground game. His biography on the New Westminster College website says he was once the president of the Nunavut Conservative Electoral District Association. Elections Canada records show he has also been a regular donor to the Conservatives. Elisabeth Cayen said she is on
the Nutrition North advisory board because of her experience working in the North. “With regard to Nutrition North, this is a volunteer board that I sit on with the goal of helping to make nutritious food more affordable in the north,� she wrote in an email. “I have lived in the North for almost 25 years and would hope that my experience could be helpful in this endeavour.� Former Northwest Territories premier Nellie Cournoyea, appointed to the Nutrition North advisory board in November 2010, has made three donations to the Conservatives between November 2013 and June 2014, Elections Canada records show. Cournoyea also gave money to the Northwest Territories Conservative Association in June and September of 2012.
She has also donated to the Yukon Conservative Association. Newfoundland MP Scott Andrews, currently sitting as an Independent, wrote to Ethics Commissioner Mary Dawson last year about an Aglukkaq fundraiser in Ottawa at which Cournoyea appeared as a special guest. Cournoyea is chair and chief executive officer of the Inuvialuit Regional Corp. Andrews pointed out that a sub-entity of the corporation received funding in August 2013 from the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, which Aglukkaq heads up. He also said the Inuvialuit Regional Corp., received money from the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency and Aboriginal Affairs and Northern
Development Canada. Dawson looked into the complaint but chose not to launch a formal investigation over the fundraiser, a spokeswoman said. Cournoyea has yet to respond to a request for comment. Two other members of the Nutrition North advisory board also gave money to the Conservatives. The newest appointee, Kristin Erickson, donated to the Saint Boniface Conservative Association in Manitoba in May 2013, before she joined the advisory board last October. She has yet to respond to a request for comment. Danielle Medina, the advisory board’s technical adviser since November 2010, has donated several times to both the
Liberals and the Conservatives between 2007 and 2014. In an interview, Medina – who has a background in nutrition and food safety – said she made the donations to receive tax credits and doesn’t consider herself to have any particular political affiliation. Nor, she added, does she have a problem with her fellow board members making donations. “I think it’s left to everyone’s judgment,â€? she said. “In my case, I give to everybody‌. Some people maybe like the Conservative party and they want to support the Conservatives, but I think it’s a private situation. I don’t think it has anything to do with the (Nutrition North) program.â€? A sixth board member, Michele Wood, has not given money to any political party.
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Vets versus Vaughan: Harper’s calculus for keeping Fantino in cabinet Stephanie Levitz Canadian Press
OTTAWA eterans versus Vaughan. That, it would appear, was the choice before Prime Minister Stephen Harper in the waning days of 2014 as controversy raged over the Conservative government’s treatment of Canada’s military men and women. In the eight years he’d been in government, Harper had expended considerable effort to curry favour with the country’s former soldiers, as well as to secure Vaughan, the tactically vital suburban riding north of Toronto. And in his capacity as veterans affairs minister, Vaughan MP Julian Fantino was steadily undermining the government’s credibility with a core Conservative constituency. But it was neither the votes of veterans nor those in the affluent suburb that the Conservatives were worried about. It was votes in the rest of Canada. As the 2015 election looms, a key challenge for the Conservatives remains finding a soft side that can appeal to swing voters in suburban areas who don’t respond to the tough-talking Tories on crime or foreign policy. Being seen as unfriendly to veterans is a liability, said Dan Mader, a former chief of staff for Fantino who now works as a consultant with StrategyCorp. “There are few things that everyone – no matter where they are on the political spectrum – can agree on, but one of those things (is) that we as a country owe a duty to our veterans and that the government should be looking out for them,” Mader said Tuesday in an interview. “So any government that is seen as not doing so is at risk.” A recent National Defence poll suggested that the challenges faced by veterans and returning soldiers were top of mind when respondents were asked what they knew about the Canadian Armed Forces. Some of those challenges predate Fantino’s time in the portfolio, which began in 2013; including an ongoing court case in which the government argues it has no “social contract” with former soldiers. “It’s not a question of the individual minister; we’ve had five ministers of veterans affairs,” said NDP Leader Tom Mulcair. “Mr. Fantino is simply the most recent one carrying out Stephen Harper’s wishes.” But the perception that veterans were being poorly treated was Fantino’s to wear, thanks to two caught-on-camera incidents. In one, he argues with a veteran; in the other, he brazenly ignores a veteran’s pleading and angry wife.
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the following year. Fantino has his enemies, to be sure – many of them from the days when he was a tough-talking police chief, first in London, Ont., and later in Toronto. Could the Conservatives win the riding without him? “Fantino is clearly a factor in the decision-making process of the average voter, but I think people are where the Conservatives are, and he just puts them over the top,” Genco said. If Fantino endures, it’s because the prime minister still values what he has to add to both policy and politics, Mader said. Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press “The prime minister can be Newly-appointed Associate Minister of National Defence confi dent he’s not trying to do Julian Fantino leaves Rideau Hall in Ottawa on Monday. a good job hoping to get a more the riding of Vaughan. ing good things for Canada,” said senior position or run for something else one day,” Mader said. “Guys like me who ran against Tony Genco, who ran against “This is capping off a long him felt that he was there doing Fantino for the Liberals in a 2010 career, and he enjoys doing it.” good things for Vaughan and do- byelection, but supported him
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In deadly Paris attack, clash of values on whether there should be limits to press freedom John-Thor Dahlburg Associated Press
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southern Lebanon. Almost immediately, there seemed little if any doubt about the motive behind what was termed France’s deadliest terrorist attack in more than half a century. On video filmed by eyewitnesses, the gunmen can clearly be heard to shout the traditional Muslim exhortation “Allahu Akbar!” – “God is great!” – outside the newspaper’s office. “We have avenged the prophet!” the men shouted as they fled, police sources told French media. The attack in the Rue Nicolas Appert seemed the latest chapter in a clash of values between the West and a version of militant Islam that is at least a quartercentury old, beginning when Ayatollah Khomeini, Iran’s supreme leader, issued a 1989 fatwa calling for the assassination of novelist Salman Rushdie, accused by some conservative Muslims of blasphemy. Press freedom, and self-expression in general, differs vastly in the world, with even a liberal country like Sweden possessing laws that criminalize what’s considered hate speech and prohibiting expressions of contempt directed against a group or one of its members. In some nations, such as North Korea, the media are an arm of the state, or, as in Russia, have largely been transformed into a government mouthpiece. Referring to the Paris attack, President Vladimir Putin called it a crime. Not always to the liking of French government authorities, who endeavour to maintain good relations with the Arab and Muslim worlds, the clash
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Canadian publications defiant in wake of horrific attack in France of the Canadian Committee for World Press Freedom, was friends with one of the victims at Charlie Hebdo. The French magazine was frequently embroiled in lawsuits with the Roman Catholic Church or Muslim groups, Badeaux said, given that it made fun of various religions and beliefs but not of people themselves. “Of course, their drawings could also serve other causes,” Badeaux said. “That’s the danger of satire: (Some) people don’t take it for what it is, they take it literally.” Marc-Francois Bernier, who teaches journalism ethics and political communication at the University of Ottawa, said freedom of expression does not equal an obligation to publish. Rather, he said, it’s about the freedom to make responsible choices. “It can be very dangerous to publish, and for what – just to affirm your freedoms?” Bernier said.
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TORONTO everal defiant Canadian publications say the horrific attack on a magazine in France that left 12 people dead won’t deter them from publishing potentially inflammatory material, saying fear of giving offence should not trump freedom of expression. In Ottawa, for example, Frank Magazine said it would publish all the cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad many Muslims consider blasphemous as a show of solidarity with Paris-based Charlie Hebdo. “We live in a civilized country,” said Michael Bate, publisher of Frank Magazine in Ottawa. “If we don’t publish, if we don’t support them fully, then who is going to?” Charlie Hebdo, which saw four of its cartoonists gunned down Wednesday, had consciously indulged in a fierce, long-running and deliberately provocative battle with Islamic extremists – a stance Canadian media have tended to stay away from. In a note published online on Wednesday, the head of journalistic standards at CBC said he saw no logic in Bate’s solidarity argument. The cartoons, David Studer said, are offensive to Muslims as a group. “We wouldn’t have published these images before today – not out of fear, but out of respect for the sensibilities of the mass of Muslim believers,” Studer said “Why would the actions of a
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The Prophet Muhammad is depicted on this cover of Charlie Hebdo, promising “100 lashes if you don’t die of laughter.”
gang of violent thugs force us to change that position?” Andrew Douglas, managing editor of the Halifax-based publication also called Frank Magazine, said he found Studer’s line of thinking offensive. The satirical publication, which was planning a series of new cartoons featuring the Prophet, had no intention of tip-toeing around worrying about hurting someone’s feel-
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Some observers said a similar attack was less likely to occur in Canada due to the cultural sensitivity and restraint Canadians typically embrace – and which is reflected in the country’s media. “We’re Canadians. We’re polite,” said Tom Henheffer, executive director of Canadian Journalists for Free Expression, which deplored the attack. “We tend not to have that same kind of ratcheted up rhetoric and the kind of crude or rude journalism that they have in France.” Along with an editorial called “We are all Charlie Hebdo,” the National Post website carried some of the French cartoons. “Our response to the atrocity in Paris should be to emulate those who lost their lives defending their freedom to speak out as they please,” the Post said. Bate agreed. Satire, he said, is all about deliberately “going too far.”
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Canada promises asylum to another 10,000 Syrian refugees
Northern Institute of Social Justice Training Programs ADMINISTRATIVE JUSTICE COURSES YUKON CONTENT INCLUDED IN ALL ADMINISTRATIVE JUSTICE COURSES Instructor: Bruce Willis
Understanding Legislation This 1-day workshop introduces non-lawyers to the theory and practice of interpreting legislation and regulations. No previous course work in law is required to take this course. If you are new to working with legislation and regulations, or if you want to expand your understanding of the purpose, development and application of these tools, this training may meet your needs. In the workshop you will work through the following areas: the sources of law; researching the law in relation to reading and understanding statutes; and how to interpret actual statutes and prepare draft rules or policies. Hussein Malla/AP Photo
Syrian men remove the snow from around their tents at their refugee camp in east Lebanon yesterday.
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OTTAWA promise to 10,000 Syrian refugees that they will be able to find safe haven in Canada in the next three years needs to be backed up by a better system to get them here, advocates say. Communities are willing and able to take in those seeking shelter from the brutal violence in Syria, but changes are needed to the asylum program, refugee groups and opposition politicians say. “We have a problem in our refugee resettlement system: very long delays, limitations on who you can sponsor – there are issues to be addressed and these issues will remain,” said Faisal Al Azem of the Syrian Canadian Council. “But that number is a huge step forward, so in that sense we are thankful and positive.” The Conservative government made the new commitment after months of pleading from refugee groups and Syrian Canadians for a drastic increase in the number of spaces available to Syrian refugees. An estimated 3.2 million people have been displaced by the ongoing civil war in the country and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees had hoped to resettle 100,000 globally by the end of 2016. Canada’s new pledge is the answer to that call, said Immigration Minister Chris Alexander. “We do this not only because we can, but because it is right and just,” Alexander said in a statement. The UNHCR welcomed the announcement as “in keeping with Canada’s strong humanitarian tradition to offer resettlement to refugees worldwide.” But many are taking a waitand-see approach to whether that promise will be kept. In the summer of 2013, the Conservatives agreed to resettle
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1,300 Syrians by the end of 2014, but it took months to get the program going and the full commitment is not expected to be met until March of this year. “We need to ensure the process really will be timely and responsive to the refugees, but also to the private sponsors who will be carrying quite a load on this,” said Debbie Douglas, executive director of the Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants. “If we can do economic immigrants in six months, we can do refugee asylum seekers in six months.” Private sponsors will be asked to take in roughly 60 per cent of the newly identified 10,000 refugees and the government will resettle the rest. Many private groups had said they were caught off-guard by the 2013 program, creating initial delays in the application process that were further complicated by bureaucratic back-ups. A spokesman for Alexander did not answer a question about what, if any, changes were being implemented. The NDP’s Paul Dewar said he’s glad the government’s made the promise, but isn’t convinced they’ll fill it. “This was an announcement. We want to see an action plan to realize the actual pronouncement of the government,” he said. “If we don’t see actual details on how they’re going to do it, this will be just like previous announcements…. If they couldn’t do 1,300 in a year and a half, how is it they going to do 10,000 in three years?” In addition to more Syrian refugees, the government announced a further increase to its commitment to those from Iraq, saying an additional 3,000 would be resettled by the end of 2015, on top of the 20,000 already in Canada. They also announced an additional $90 million in humanitarian assistance for the region.
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Practice and Procedures for Decision Makers This introductory course is for members of boards, tribunals, and committees with a quasi-judicial function. The course was developed by the B.C. Council of Administrative Tribunals, and is designed to provide participants with a better understanding of their role and responsibilities as tribunal members. **This course is a pre-requisite to take Advanced Decision Writing**
Feb 10-11, 2015 9:00am to 5:00pm Feb 12 9:00am to 12:00pm CRN: 20481 $600 + gst Location: Yukon College Room C1440 (The Glass Class)
Advanced Decision Writing This 2-day workshop builds on the decision-writing module in Practice and Procedures. Its focus is to assist board and tribuna members to acquire and retain writing skills directly relevant to them. Participants will practice particular skills and techniques through focused writing exercises, and by revising one of their own decisions. They will receive individual feedback on their decision from an instructor. The workshop will include large and small group discussion and exercises.
Feb 13-14, 2015 9:00am to 5:00pm CRN: 20482 $450 + gst Location: Yukon College Room C1440 (The Glass Class)
Arbitration Training This 3-day training provides an introduction to arbitration. The first part of the course focuses on theory and the last part focuses on the practice, including fact scenarios that you would use when conducting a hearing and writing a decision using the procedures and evidence in your decision.
Feb 16-17, 2015 9:00am to 5:00pm CRN: 20483 $525 + gst Location: Yukon College Room T1023
Trauma Training This 3-day course is for those who provide support services to individuals exposed to trauma material or who work with trauma survivors. The focus is Yukon-specific with an overview of historical traumas within the First Nation communities. For safety reasons, this course is not recommended as a healing workshop as the information can be overwhelming and it is not intended to re-victimize survivors of trauma. Instructors: Jackie MacLaren & First Nations Initiatives staff, Yukon College
March 4-6, 2015 8:30am to 4:30pm CRN: 20484 $200 + gst Location: Yukon College Room C1440 (The Glass Class)
YFN 101: History of Yukon First Nations and Self-Government This 1-day course is intended for anyone interested in learning more about Yukon First Nations and Self-Government. Develop a broader understanding and appreciation for the key events in Yukon First Nations distant and recent past, in a day that includes interactive activities, discussions and presentations by staff from the Yukon First Nations Initiative department at Yukon College. The instructors incorporate historical timelines, facts, personal stories, and activities for an engaging look at history and recent developments. For more information on this course call: First Nations Initiatives @ 867.456.8582
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Mental Health First Aid for Northern People This 3-day course is guided by a number of important principles including respect, cooperation, community, harmony, generosity, and resourcefulness. This 3 day course covers topics such as substance disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, deliberate self-Injury, and psychotic disorders.
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Ice climbing is for adrenaline junkies, and the rest of us Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter
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Program supervisor Nick Farlam keeps Katie Koepke safe as she ascends one of the ice towers behind the Boston Pizza in Whitehorse in late December.
to use crampons and ice picks to scale the frozen face, while suspended by safety line to a belayer on the ground. After the ice trek is constructed, the next step is to put in some zip lines, said Gishler. That way, once you get to the top of the ice trek or ice climb, you can hook in to the zip line and ride on down. There’s a few other man-made ice towers in North America, but none that offer the variety of options that Equinox does, said Gishler. “As far as I know we’re the only ones on the planet that offer the ice trek. And were the only ones with a zip line coming off; I’ve never seen that before.” Even for extreme adventurers, Equinox offers certain creature comforts that climbers won’t find in the wild. There’s an indoor space just steps away to warm up before or after climbing, complete with an indoor bouldering wall. Next door there’s a coffee shop and bakery, and just across the way a restaurant and bar. Last week Equinox ran adventure camps for kids, and children younger than 10 years old were getting in on the ice climbing fun. The older kids scaled the ice face with a little boost from the Alistair Maitland/Yukon News belayer below. Chris Gishler is the owner/operator of Equinox Adventures. One of the younger ones laterally across the ice wall until it recommend the ice climbing for seemed content scrambling a children eight and older, only as a was someone else’s turn. couple feet up and swinging function of their ability to swing Gishler said they normally himself from side to side, running
an ice axe and pull themselves up by their arms. But as a matter of having safe fun high up on the towers, the only limitation is finding a harness that fits, he said. They’ve had kids as young as two complete the ice trek, he said. “As long as they can fit in a harness and follow instructions and have a fun time, then we’re all over it.” Climbing has exploded over the last decade in the Yukon, said Gishler. “It used to be a handful of people, a dozen years ago, and now there’s hundreds of people out rock climbing in the summer and ice climbing in the winter as well.” People who give it a try often surprise themselves, he said. “I love to see those transformative moments when someone comes out, and they think they can’t do something and then they realize that they can do it, and it’s a lot of fun. That’s just a great thing to see, and a big reason why we do this.” Equinox is currently open for ice climbing and indoor bouldering daily from 1-5 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays 7-10 p.m. and by reservation at 334-3725. There’s also an after-school bouldering club, Mondays and Wednesdays for kids in grades 2-6. Contact Jacqueline Ronson at jronson@yukon-news.com
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of their domestic reserves and keep to two degrees.” McGlade and co-author Peter ritish researchers have conEkins used a mathematical model cluded that most of Canada’s that accounted for all the world’s oilsands will have to be left in the oil, natural gas and coal and anaground if the world gets serious lyzed demand for each type. They about climate change. then looked at future demand to The report, published in the 2050, using a model to calculate journal Nature, says three-quarters how much of each resource would of all Canada’s oil reserves and 85 be used given constraints such as per cent of its oilsands can’t be production costs and distribution. burned if the world wants to limit They used the two-degree figure global warming. The report also to provide a global cap on the concludes that no country’s Arctic amount of carbon that could be energy resources can be developed emitted into the atmosphere. The if global temperature increases are point at which their estimates of to be kept manageable. future demand intersected with the It adds that about one-quarter cap gave them the amount of how of Canada’s natural gas reserves much each fossil fuel reserve could and four-fifths of its coal would be developed. also have to be left in the ground. “Our results suggest that, globReport author Christophe ally, a third of oil reserves, half of McGlade of University College gas reserves and over 80 per cent London says the research was of current coal reserves should undertaken in response to agreeremain unused,” the report says. ment from politicians around the The study is the latest in a world that global warming should growing body of research into the be limited to within 2 C of historic implications of what is being called averages. At the same time, said a “global carbon budget” – the total McGlade, most are enthusiastic amount of carbon emissions that boosters of their own country’s can be released and still stay below fossil fuels. a two-degree temperature increase. “Nearly all politicians across The Intergovernmental Panel the world would like to develop all on Climate Change has placed domestic sources of oil and gas and that budget at 1,100 gigatonnes of coal that they have and also search carbon dioxide. for new resources,” he said in an About two-thirds of that has interview Wednesday. already been used. Carbon dioxide “What this analysis shows is that locked in current fossil fuel rethose two positions are inconsisserves totals about three times that tent. Every country can’t exploit all budget. Canadian Press
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Other studies have looked into financial and political impacts of the carbon budget. Some have warned that energy companies risk stranding billions of dollars in assets if carbon is increasingly restricted or subject to financial penalty. McGlade said he hopes his research will be used by world leaders when they meet next December in Paris to try again to hammer out an agreement on climate change. It could form the basis for talks on how countries could be compensated for resources left in the ground, he suggested. “It’s further evidence for the policy-makers to use. Hopefully, this will help inform some of the negotiations.”
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Over the past year, under the leadership of chief executive John Chen, the company has lackBerry plans to wade undergone a dramatic change into the transportation in priorities and refocused industry with new technology mostly on large contracts with that will help shippers keep businesses, rather than chasing tabs on their freight. individual users. The Waterloo, Ont.-based BlackBerry has also looked company unveiled the founda- for other ways to use its existtion of its Internet of Things ing technology in new ways. A platform on Wednesday at the foray into the growing popularConsumer Electronics Show ity of the Internet of Things in Las Vegas, marking the first business is just one of a numstep towards building a service ber of new initiatives. BlackBerry believes will be a The Internet of Things gateway to growth for its busi- describes the technology which ness. connects objects to wireBlackBerry will provide less networks, whether it’s a hardware and software support person’s smartphone to their for cloud-based communicafridge, or a trucking company tions boxes built into shipping to its fleet. containers. The latter example is where Each device will include a BlackBerry says there’s plenty cellular radio, Wi-Fi connecof growth potential this year. tivity, a microprocessor and Chennakeshu said the sensors that monitor what’s current systems used by the in the container, its location shipping industry are “a little and other details to help fleet archaic and not scalable.” managers stay on top of their “It’s a very large business, in products and anticipate potenthe tens of billions of dollars, tial problems. with very low penetration.” “There’s lots of useful inforChasing the trucking indusmation you can collect to get try is only part of BlackBerry’s more efficient,” said Sandeep Chennakeshu, president of the bigger plan for the Internet of BlackBerry’s Technology Solu- Things platform, which incortions unit in a telephone phone porates technology made by QNX Software Systems, the interview from CES. division that already makes “(The communication box is) very similar to a cell phone, interactive systems built into except it doesn’t have a display vehicle dashboards. BlackBerry also sees opporor a keypad. That’s right up our tunity to sell similar technolalley.” ogy to automakers, who could An early test was completed install sensors in cars to detect in October and plans are mechanical problems and nounderway to make the devices tify drivers when they need to available in “limited specificget their vehicle serviced. use cases” in April, ChennakeAlso Wednesday, the compashu said. ny announced its software will BlackBerry has been lookbe used in the next generation ing for new ways to grow after of the HBox, a device made by losing its dominance of the U.S.-based medical technology smartphone market. Canadian Press
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The Yukon Historical & Museums Association is seeking nominations for the 2014 Heritage Awards. Deadline for submissions is January 30, 2015. Awards will be announced on February 13 and presented in conjunction with a celebration of Heritage Day on February 16, 2015. Nominations are accepted in the following categories:
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Diane Strand, far left, watches CAFN Chief James Allen sign the Dakwanje Nats’ual (Language) Act in July. Strand is running the First Nations Leadership Training program at Yukon College later this month.
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tions women who are running a leadership training course this month at Yukon College. eading a First Nation can presThe First Nations Leadership ent its own unique challenges Training program is a crash course compared to municipal or territori- in leadership and management. al politics, says former Champagne For a week, students hear from and Aishihik First Nations Chief speakers and discuss topics ranging Diane Strand. from governing fundamentals and Constituents and colleagues are different leadership styles to land also often family, when you’re work- claim agreements, strategic planning ing with a community you’ve been and memoranda of understanding. around your entire life. Classes start on Jan. 19, and the “You’re much more accountable. last day to apply is Jan. 16. Right now the territorial governIt’s aimed both at people who ment and the federal government, are considering a role within a First they don’t have that accountability Nation and those who are already in to their next-door neighbour as leadership positions. closely,” she said. The course has run various “They can turn it off and say ‘It’s forms since 2011. It was originally our political party that makes us do only available to chiefs and councilthis.’ Whereas, ‘No, we were at that lors across the territory. council meeting and we heard you In 2013 the college expanded the and you came to my house.’” course, run out of Whitehorse, to Strand is one of two First Nainclude people who are considering News Reporter
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a leadership position. Approximately 85 chiefs and councillors have completed the program as well as about 35 students in Whitehorse. Geri-Lee Buyck took the course last March, one month after she was elected as a youth councillor with First Nation of Nacho Nyak Dun. She said the classes really got her thinking about important topics like legislation and policy implementation, strategic planning and budgeting, and “how to move forward and lead a strong organization.” Buyck has already recommended it to other people. “I got so much out of it. You just feel very empowered.” This is the first time that the course is being run by two First Nations people: Strand and Shadelle Chambers, a councillor with the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations.
Stand said both she and Chambers have experience working in multiple positions with the First Nation. “We’ve worked at the First Nations at various levels and so there’s the authenticity of, ‘Yeah, I know what you’re talking about.’” That same goal, to connect to past experience, is why former chiefs and grand chiefs have been brought in to speak to classes, she said. “When you bring a previous chief in, they can actually talk about, ‘This is what the people were saying at the time.’ And now how has that evolved and how has that changed as we look at today’s everyday activities and responsibilities at the governance level.” Strand was chief from 2006 to 2010. Looking back, she says she absolutely could have used a course like this. “I believe that I thought that
I knew what I was getting into, because I had been working at the First Nations for 10 years before I ran for chief. I thought I knew. I didn’t know.” Aside from governing fundamentals, the course also puts a lot of focus on self-awareness, she said. Students are given tools and test to see what kind of leader they are and how they might react in certain situations. “You’re actually doing a lot of self reflection and really thinking about who you are and how would you react in these situations. I think that would have really benefited me.” For more information on this course or to register, contact Michael Kulachkosky at 867-456-8577. Contact Ashley Joannou at ashleyj@yukon-news.com
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Thank you notes still deliver traditional show of gratitude, extra appreciation or text. “Everything is hooked up to us 24-7 from a technological perspecTORONTO tive, so a lot has changed. And I ndividuals still revelling in memo- think our vision of what’s important ries of social gatherings and gift and what priorities are and how we exchanges during the holidays can communicate has changed a little spread some belated festive cheer to bit,” said Erin Crotty, founder and loved ones with a show of gratitude: director of Ottawa-based BloomStra a thank-you card. Consulting, a business etiquette, While sending thank-you notes international protocol and image may be customary after major management consulting firm. celebrations like a baby shower “I think we’re losing so much or wedding, fans of handwritten with respect to the importance of missives say the practice of putting valuing relationships, face-to-face pen to paper should be more widely interaction, demonstrating our embraced – even with the ease of gratitude and saying ‘thank you’ – all sending similar messages via email those things that help to enhance Lauren La Rose Canadian Press
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and support and nurture relationships.” After enjoying a New Year’s Eve dinner hosted by friends, Leanne Pepper plans to send a note of thanks. The etiquette and protocol consultant has also received handwritten letters she treasures from her nephews, aged 11 and eight, after hosting them for sleepovers or dinner. “It just shows that extra appreciation,” said Pepper, general manager of the Faculty Club at the University of Toronto. “Of course, we always thank our hosts after attending … a house party or a dinner; but that extra special thank-you card goes a long way, and even if you receive a gift, a thank-you card goes a long way. It doesn’t take long, and it’s just a matter of finding a few moments and writing a thank you.” Whether it’s personal or in business, a handwritten thank-you demonstrates that “somebody has thought of me, that they appreciate me and that they value the relationship,” said Crotty. Prior to starting her company, Crotty was responsible for all student recruitment in the Ottawa office of a national law firm. While she conducted hundreds of interviews over the years, students who sent handwritten thank-you notes “really
stood out.” “It almost kind of completed their package of what made them unique and special because they went that extra step further – and that’s what that thank-you card says, especially when it’s handwritten and they’ve taken the time to put their own thoughts and gratitude into that note.” Pepper said writing a thank-you card doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. She recommended keeping the note short, making specific reference to the present or event attended, and that the gesture or gift was treasured. “It just goes to show that you really appreciated what the person did for you,” said Pepper. “In this day and age, we’ve gotten so busy with our emails and computers and lives that we just don’t take time to sit down and reflect and show our appreciation.” Both Crotty and Pepper agreed that a handwritten note is preferable to an email, but that it’s better to send some form of thanks than none at all. Crotty said the rule of thumb is to send a card within 24 hours of receiving a gift or other form of generosity but adheres to the motto that “it’s always better late than never.” Sara-Lynne Levine said it’s important to teach children about grati-
tude and has instilled the message in her sons Jonah, 12, and Ben, 8 1/2. “When we have a conversation about why they’re doing it – they know that it’s important to thank someone for buying the gift – but I think those little gems that the kids write on their own are really what personalizes and makes the card,” said Levine, editor and publisher of the Ottawa Capital Region edition of Macaroni Kids, an online parenting resource and newsletter. “(For) whoever is receiving the thank-you note, it’s probably great to open it up and see an eight-yearold’s handwriting saying: ‘This is so cool. This is the best gift.’ You give your kid some guidelines, but their personality shines through.“ Following Hanukkah last year, Levine said her eldest son opted instead to email his grandparents to thank them. “While it may not be a traditional way to do it, he took the time and he acknowledged the gift,” she said. “I think the most important thing is the acknowledgment of the gift, and the method and the delivery you can leave it to the child once they get to be old enough.” Crotty said writing a thank-you note is an extension of having proper manners. “If you start at a young age, you recognize the value.”
Religious Organizations & Services Whitehorse United Church
Yukon Bible Fellowship
601 Main Street 667-2989
FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH 160 Hillcrest Drive Family Worship: Sunday 10:00am
(Union of Methodist, Presbyterian & Congregational Churches) 10:30 a.m. - Sunday School & Worship Service Rev. Beverly C.S. Brazier
Grace Community Church 8th & Wheeler Street Pastor Dave & Jane Sager 689-4598 10:30 AM FAMILY WORSHIP WEEKLY CARE GROUP STUDIES Because He Cares, We Care.
PASTOR SIMON AYRTON PASTOR RICK TURNER www.yukonbiblefellowship.com
Church Of The Nazarene 2111 Centennial St. (Porter Creek) Sunday School & Morning Worship - 10:45 am Call for Bible Study & Youth Group details
PASTOR NORAYR (Norman) HAJIAN
www.whitehorsenazarene.org 633-4903
Quaker Worship Group RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS Meets regularly for Silent Worship. For information, call 667-4615 email: whitehorse-contact@quaker.ca
www.vajranorth.org • 667-6951
Seventh Day Adventist Church
Christ Church Cathedral Anglican
Church of the Northern Apostles
TAGISH Community Church
149 Wilson Drive 668-5727 Sunday 10:00am Prayer / Sunday School 11:00 am Worship Wednesday Praise & Celebration 7:30 pm Pastor Roger Yadon
4th Avenue & Steele Street • 667-2437 Masses: Weekdays: 12:10 pm. Saturday 5 pm Sunday: 9 am - English; 10:10 am - French; 11:30 am English
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church 4th Avenue & Strickland Street
668-4079 tlc@northwestel.net CHRISTMAS WORSHIP TIMES: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7 PM Christmas Day 11 AM Worship with Holy Communion December 14 Sunday School Christmas Program 10 AM
Pastor Deborah Moroz pastor.tlc@northwestel.net
EVERYONE WELCOME!
Riverdale Baptist Church 15 Duke Road, Whse 667-6620 Sunday worship Service: 10:30am REV. GREG ANDERSON
www.rbchurch.ca
Whitehorse
Baptist Church 2060 2ND AVENUE • 667-4889
Pastor Mark Carroll Family Worship & Sunday School
at 10:30 AM
St. Nikolai Orthodox
Christian Mission
Saturday Vespers 5:00 pm Sunday Liturgy 10:00 am FR. JOHN GRYBA 332-4171 for information www.orthodoxwhitehorse.org
403 Lowe Street Mondays 5:15 to 6:15 PM
OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM to 12 Noon
1607 Birch St. 633-2647
ALL WELCOME
Meditation Drop-in • Everyone Welcome!
1609 Birch St. (Porter Creek) 633-5385 “We’re Open Saturdays!” Worship Service 11:00 am Wednesday 7:00 pm - Prayer Meeting All are welcome.
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Confessions before Mass & by appointment. Monday 7:00 PM Novena Prayers & Adoration Tuesday through Friday: Mass 11:30 a.m.
ECKANKAR
Religion of the Light and Sound of God
website: quaker.ca
First Pentecostal Church
Saturday Evening Mass: 7:00 p.m.
Vajra North Buddhist Meditation Society
For more information on monthly activities, call (867) 633-6594 or visit www.eckankar-yt.ca www.eckankar.org ALL ARE WELCOME.
Our Lady of Victory (Roman Catholic)
Rigdrol Dechen Ling,
(Roman Catholic)
Bethany Church Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Early Morning Service 9:00 - 10:00 am Family Service 10:30 am - Noon Filipino Service 4:00 - 5:00 pm Sunday School Ages 0-12
91806 Alaska Highway Ph: 668-4877
4TH AVENUE & ELLIOTT STREET
Christmas Eve Eucharist 10:30 PM Christmas Day Eucharist 10:00 AM New Year’s Eve Eucharist 11:00 PM 668-5530
Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday each Month Details, map and information at:
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The World’s Premier Left Hand Path Religion
A not-for-prophet society. www.xeper.org canadian affiliation information: northstarpylon@gmail.com
Sunday School during Service, Sept to May
THE REV. ROB LANGMAID 45 Boxwood Crescent • Porter Creek 633-4032 • All Are Welcome
Bahá’Í Faith Box 31419, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6K8 For information on regular community activities in Whitehorse contact:
whitehorselsa@gmail.com
867-633-4903
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Calvary Baptist
Meeting Times are 10:00 AM at 108 Wickstrom Road
1301 FIR STREET 633-2886 Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Pastor L.E. Harrison 633-4089
www.bethanychurch.ca
The Temple of Set
An Anglican/Episcopal Church Sunday Worship 10:00 AM
St. Saviour’s
Anglican Church in Carcross
Regular Monthly Service: 1st and 3rd Sundays of the Month 11:00 AM • All are welcome. Rev. David Pritchard 668-5530
The Salvation Army 311-B Black Street • 668-2327 Sunday Church Services: 11 am & 7 pm EVERYONE WELCOME
Yukon Muslim Association 1154c 1st Ave • Entrance from Strickland
www.yukonmuslims.ca For further information about, and to discover Islam, please contact: Javed Muhammad (867) 332-8116 or Adil Khalik (867) 633-4078 or send an e-mail to info@yukonmuslims.ca
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To our Volunteers and Support:
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The 2014 Regional Science Fair Committee would like to thank the following people and organizations for their generous support. To our Award Presenters: x x
Hon. Scott Kent, Yukon Minister of Energy, Mines & Resources Dr. Chris Hawkins, Yukon College
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Yukon Commissioner’s Office Yukon Department of Education Yukon Department of Energy, Mines & Resources Yukon College Science Adventures Science Fair Foundation of BC Association of Professional Engineers of Yukon BC Agriculture BC Association of Physics Teachers BC Science Teachers Association Canadian Land Reclamation Association, BC Chapter Federation of BC Naturalists Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology Workers Compensation Board of BC
Judges: Aaron Foos, Ben Craigen, Benjamin Sanders, Brian Findlay, Catherine Mallet, Candace Cockney, Chris Jastrebski, Claudia Riveros, Diane Gunter, Ellen Johnson, Ernie Prokopchuk, Glenn Piwowar, Heather Avison, Heidi Schindler, Jill Pangman, Jim Tredger, Kathleen Dalighaus, Kathy Piwowar, Katie Aitken, Lisa Kanary, Liz Woods, Lorraine Wright, Mark Hill, Mary Samalczyk, Micah Quinn, Michael Pealow, Michael Woods, Norman Easton, Phil Borgel, Philippe LeBlonde, Randy Lamb, Sally Macdonald, Scott Gilbert, Sean Hopkins, Shannon Jensen, Shauna MacLean, Tanis Giczi, Tara Stehelin, Tyler Kuhn, Vance Hutchinson Photographer: Bruce Barrett Support: Amelia Andrews, , Dwight Snowshoe, Isabel Magsucang, KC Mooney, Madeleine Guenette, Meghann Meadowcroft , Shayla Malchow Master of Ceremonies: Sandi Coleman Concession: U Kon Echelon Bike Club Organizing Committee: Brenda Allen, Bruce Bennett, Corrie LaLonde, David Michayluk, Heather Dundas, Ian Church, Jenna Frerot, Joel Cubley, Ryan Sikkes, Tanya Lewis, Tim Topper
Special thanks to all students, teachers and parents who participated in local school fairs and the Regional Science Fair. Apologies to anyone missed.
WINNERS
Representing Yukon/Stikine at CanadaͲWide Science Fair in May, 2015 in Fredericton, New Brunswick: Kaleb Pritchett Derek Hennings Aiden Stoker Commissioner’s Award Best of Fair: Thatcher Daniels
Students Choice Awards: Amelia Stewart Kyle Bierlmeier & Thomas Janzen Complete Results: www.scienceadventures.ca
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Skookum Jim Friendship Centre is thrilled to present...
Splintered Craft: An Open Space Art Project Open to everyone aged 15 to 28.
Short, intense workouts, functional training among top fitness trends for 2015 Lauren La Rose
The art studio is designed to inspire youth to get creative and draw upon artistic abilities, explore different ways of viewing the world, and make wildly original pieces of amazing art. Develop your own artist portfolio, push artistic boundaries, and discover how truly talented you really are! The art studio will have loads/heaps/tonnes of different supplies for you to experiment with!
Be inspired! Be a mentor! Be whatever you need to be!
Splintered Craft runs from January 15 to March 31. There is NO CO$T for participation!
The awesome open space is at 4230 - 4th Avenue (directly across from McDonalds). Hours: Mon – Fri, Noon – 8pm.
For more information, contact: Joseph Tisiga, Coordinator 633-7693 Marney Paradis, Executive Director 633-7687
This project is funded through AANDC’s Urban Partnership Program.
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TORONTO hether you’re an avid exerciser or seeking to amp up your routine, fitness professionals are pointing to short, intense workouts and back-to-basics strengthening sessions among the hot trends to help you break a sweat in 2015. In recent years, obstacle course races have proved to be a popular draw among those testing their physical and mental mettle navigating through gruelling boot campstyle exercises littered along the way to the finish line. But for individuals still seeking a challenging workout that is shorter in duration and free of tire-flipping and fire-walking, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) may be a viable option. Characterized by intense bursts of exercise followed by brief rest periods, HIIT topped the list in canfitpro’s first annual fitness trends survey, which polled nearly 2,000 fitness professionals. Ranking second was functional fitness, described as exercise using movements to prepare individuals “for the activities of daily life.” “Doing a squat with a barbell across your back is a very functional movement because we do squats all day long, whether it’s getting in and out of a car or sitting down on the toilet or getting out of an office chair,” said Rod Macdonald, vice-president of canfitpro, whose organization bills itself as the largest
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provider of education in the Canadian fitness industry. South of the border, the American College of Sports Medicine ranked HIIT second on its 2015 fitness trends survey, with body weight training – like pushups and pullups – topping their list. Macdonald said he isn’t surprised to see HIIT topping the Canadian list. “High-intensity interval training allows the fitness professional to integrate a lot of effective work in a very short period of time which is also appealing obviously to the participant … who maybe doesn’t have a lot of time, or on certain days doesn’t have a lot of time and they still want to get a great workout.” Macdonald said individuals just starting off with an exercise program should work with a certified fitness professional and be screened for any underlying health issues beforehand. But if they’re in good condition, HIIT is OK provided they’re supervised and go through a full warmup and cooldown, he added. Vancouver-based fitness instructor Amanda Vogel said in the HIIT class she leads, some participants will opt to go “really hard” in intervals while others adopt a more moderate pace. “We’re all working together within the framework of what everyone is able to do,” said Vogel. “I still think there’s a lot of benefit to that because one, they’re moving, which is really important, and anything people are going to enjoy that’s going to get people moving in the right direction of consistent exercise is going to be beneficial.” Still, Vogel said one potential downside is that participants can sometimes go overboard in terms of frequency. She pointed to the American Council on Exercise which recommends individuals don’t do more than two days of HIIT per week. “You don’t want to have every day that same kind of very intense workout. You want to be able to vary your workout,” said Vogel, who tests and reviews fitness products and devices as a blogger with Fitness Test Drive.
“So you do some intense, some that are more steady – which might mean at a more moderate pace – and then, of course, even a day or two during the week that’s more of a recovery-based casual walk or something to that effect.” Rhonda Roberts Smid, founder of TAB Fitness (short for The Art of Balance), places a strong emphasis on mind-body connectivity at her Toronto-based studio, focused on helping participants attain proper alignment and developing a strong core through her classes. “The arms and the legs, which is usually where you see most of the beauty – your biceps, your triceps, your quads, those types of things – they will not work efficiently if your middle is not working efficiently. So everything usually stems from the middle part of the body and works its way out.” Roberts Smid said it’s important for people who take on more physically intensive classes to realize they may not necessarily be getting a better workout, and is a proponent of adopting a more moderate approach – particularly for novices. “I think when you do something that’s very aggressive immediately – because your body is super sore and you see the beauty muscles shining right away – you think ‘Yeah, this class is definitely giving me what I need.’ But underneath all of those beauty muscles is the foundation. And when that is weak it tends to break down quickly, and that is why people are getting injured in a lot of these more intense classes. “My suggestion to people always is slow turtle. If you’re new to working out don’t throw yourself into the (Tough) Mudder or a halfmarathon.” Regardless of which type of workout they prefer, Macdonald said it’s important that everyone exercises and adopts a regimen best suited to them. “If somebody’s going to go to the gym and they wouldn’t have otherwise and they’re going to do something that’s moderate or even low-intensity, I would rather that they do that than not go to the gym at all.”
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Cats pounce on chance to paw tablet apps to catch critters Sue Manning Associated Press
LOS ANGELES hen Laura Fritz’s felines play with her iPad, her fat cat loses the urge to eat, her scaredy-cat loses his fear and her youngest just loses interest. If you’ve had enough time to play with the tablet you got for the holidays, try turning the device over to your tech-savvy cat. Every cat app, no matter the maker, has something for felines to electronically track, stalk or hunt, such as mice, bugs or laser dots. “Cats are attracted to things that move, and that is the ‘magic’ for most of the apps,� said Dr. Bonnie Beaver, a professor at Texas A&M University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and executive director of the American College of Veterinary Behaviourists. “The motion in most apps is jerky and quick, much like an insect,� she said, adding that any sound component would quickly be eclipsed by the draw of movement. Every cat is different, but if they are like two of Fritz’s, they will love pawing the screen to catch critters, which breaks anxious Maxie out of his shell and gives hefty Mr. Brutus a way to exercise, said Fritz of Waltham, Massachusetts. But they may be like her youngest, Pansy Rose, who couldn’t care less. Maxie and Brutus work together on the app “Paint for Cats,� chasing a mouse and leaving a trail of splattered paint where they have pawed, rubbed, jumped or made other marks with their movements. Many cat owners see the results as art worthy of sharing on social media, so the app allows people to email the creations. It is among three popular apps created by T.J. Fuller and Nate Murray’s Los Angeles company Hiccup. The company also features a mouse chasing game called “Game for Cats� and monster crushing game dubbed “Catzilla.�
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There are several cat apps on the market. “Pocket Pondâ€? for Android tablets allows cats to follow fish or dragonflies with their paws. Friskies’ “Cat Fishingâ€? also taps into the fish theme for Android and Apple devices. Some people worry about damage to the devices, but claws won’t hurt the screen, said Fuller, who ran many tests. But nobody has tested for teeth, and Karen Rittmuller of Salem, Massachusetts, found a problem with a bite. Rittmuller tried to get her calico cat Pixel to live up to her high-tech name, so she downloaded “Game for Cats,â€? but her pet will only stalk, pounce and bite the iPad, so she took it away. “I did not want the device ruined or her hurt from biting too hard,â€? Rittmuller said. Even cats at shelters are joining the tech trend. When the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles received a couple of used tablets two years ago, the shelter decided to see if any of their homeless cats were hiding inner artists. Two of them, dubbed Pawblo Picasso and Frida Catlo, created abstract art that looked like fuzzy circles, and the organization turned it into sellable notecards. Those trading up to a newer model tablet should consider donating used devices to shelters, said Ana Bustilloz, spokeswoman for the organization. People give food, kitty litter and blankets, but many don’t think of animal shelters when it comes to tech equipment, she said. Back at the Fritz house, the cats work out their problems with the tablet. The 21-pound Brutus is only motivated by food and refuses to exercise, so “Paint for Catsâ€? gets him to move, Fritz said. “Maxie is scared of everything that moves. But when he’s painting, he becomes a different cat ‌ and really gets into it,â€? she said.
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Energy shift requires shift in conversation Workshops to Make a Difference…
by DAVID SUZUKI
Neighbours, friends and family members can make a difference in the life of an older adult who may be experiencing abuse or neglect. Even your small actions can make a big difference. Find out how...
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Free learning opportunities: s Thurs. Feb. 5 – 12 noon to 4:30 pm – Part A: Introduction to “It’s Not Right!” and role of bystanders in recognizing abuse and supporting older adults experiencing it, with National trainer, Alison Leaney. Registration required. s Thurs. Feb. 5 – 7:00 to 8:30 pm – Film launch of “John’s Windfall” – short digital story about financial abuse, followed by discussion with Alison Leaney and Lillian Nakamura Maguire, YPLEA Seniors Coordinator. Public session, no registration required. s Fri. Feb. 6 – 9:00 am to 2:30 pm – Part B: Training Presenters Workshop for “It’s Not Right” presentation for rural and Whitehorse participants. If you wish to take this workshop you must apply and register for both Part A and B. Sessions at Westmark Whitehorse. No registration fee. Space is limited so register as soon as possible! Limited funding for travel subsidies for rural participants. If interested please contact yplea.seniors@gmail.com or phone 867-393-2044 no later than January 21, 2015. Funding is provided by Crime Prevention & Victim Services Trust Fund of Yukon. Sponsored by Yukon Public Legal Education Association in partnership with “It’s Not Right! Neighbours, Friends & Families for Older Adults”, a project funded through the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.
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bundant, cheap fossil fuels have driven explosive technological, industrial and economic expansion for more than a century. The pervasive infrastructure developed to accommodate this growth makes it difficult to contemplate rapidly shifting away from coal, oil and gas, which creates a psychological barrier to rational discourse on energy issues. The ecological and true economic costs of energy use force us to scrutinize our way of living. And because our infrastructure doesn’t allow us to entirely avoid fossil fuels, we must face the contradiction between how we should live and constraints against doing so. Canada has no national energy plan, other than governmental desire to be a fossilfuelled energy-export superpower. Given the consequences of human-induced climate change already hitting home, you’d think the highest priority of governments at all levels would be to decide on the lowest-emission energy path. But politicians focused on election intervals have difficulty dealing with generational issues. Real, important conversa-
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Communication Skills after Separation or Divorce Thursday, January 22nd, 2015 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Yukon Inn 4420 4th Avenue , Whitehorse, Yukon
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At 5:30 pm in City Hall Council Chambers: Public Input – 2015 Operating Budget; Public Hearing – Zoning Amendment (7 Roundel Road); 2014 Umbrella Budget Amendments; 2014 Umbrella Grants Bylaw; Authorize Council Travel; Contract Awards – Gatekeeping Operations & Transfer Station Operations.
tain pine beetles — once kept under control by winters with temperatures below -30 C for a week or more — should make the province take notice. Where’s the leadership? Once lauded for policies such as the carbon tax and energy agreements with California, B.C.’s political leaders have now embraced liquefied natural gas, claiming industry expansion will create hundreds of thousands of jobs and add billions of dollars to provincial coffers — never mind that no one in power now will be held accountable for these promises because they’re several elections from being realized. LNG should be labelled LFG: liquefied fracked gas. Hydraulic fracturing — fracking — requires pumping millions of litres of chemical-laced water deep underground to shatter shale and liberate embedded gas. It’s a short-term way to get energy with long-term ecological impacts on water and whatever organisms might be down there. (It was once thought life disappeared at bedrock, but we now know bacteria are found at least 10 kilometres down.) Fracked gas is mostly methane, a greenhouse gas more than 30 times as potent as carbon dioxide. Studies reveal leakage around fracking sites may be high enough to affect climate change more than coal! Calling it a “transition fuel” between coal or oil and renewables is nonsense. And fracking is known to cause seismic activity. B.C. is also planning the Peace River Site C dam, yet a report by the Canadian Geothermal Energy Association claims geothermal could generate similar amounts of power at a much lower cost. If our leaders are serious about long-term health and prosperity, they need to stop focusing on short-term profits from rapid fossil fuel development and export and start engaging in serious conversations about our energy future. Learn more at www.davidsuzuki.org.
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tions and decisions are instead delayed by diversionary and often irrational arguments and tactics: accusing critics of being hypocrites, claiming foreign money drives environmental agendas and labelling activists as eco-terrorists or enemies of Canada among them. In place of true progress, we get consolidated political power and greater corporate profit and control. Enough already! Sustainability requires conservation and abundant energy employed with minimal ecological upset. Yet the inability to consider the need to shift quickly from fossil fuels means governments and industry look to mega-technologies like carbon capture and storage to justify inaction on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, while dismissing solar and wind as impractical, too expensive or unable to meet energy needs. Nuclear power may be an alternative to GHG-emitting fossil fuels, but it’s extremely expensive and would not be online were it not for enormous subsidies. Nuclear fuel is also finite, so costs will rise while the problem of radioactive-waste disposal remains unsolved. As a northern country, Canada is especially vulnerable to climate change. Polar regions heat faster than temperate and tropical zones — Inuit have noticed the growing impacts for decades. With the longest marine coastline of any country, we’re also subject to sea-level rise. And our economy relies on climate-dependent activities such as agriculture, forestry, fisheries, tourism and winter sports, all of which are already feeling climate change impacts. Where is the political leadership and will to confront climate change? We’re seeing some from individuals, grassroots organizations and municipalities. But what about our provinces? Just as the catastrophic loss of northern cod off Newfoundland warned against unsustainable practices, the destruction of $65 billion worth of B.C. trees by moun-
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1946 tsunami survivor shares her story by Ned Rozell
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n April 1, 1946, the sea floor ruptured just south of Unimak Island in the Aleutian Islands. Seawater displaced by the giant earthquake sent a 100-foot wave into the Scotch Cape lighthouse on Unimak, destroying the concrete structure and killing the five men inside. They never knew what hit them in the 2 a.m. darkness. The residents of Hilo, on Hawaii’s big island, were also unaware of the danger surging across the North Pacific. Four hours and 20 minutes after the big earthquake in the Aleutians, the first of several tsunami waves reached Hawaii. Jeanne Branch Johnston, then six years old, was in living in Hilo in 1946. She remembers a lush neighborhood of coconut trees and brackish ponds that would rise and fall with the tide. People earned their wages at the surrounding sugarcane plantations. On the morning of April 1, 1946, Johnston was staying over at her grandparents’ house in Hilo. She was in her pajamas getting ready to go to school and playing with her brother when she heard car horns blaring. She took her brother David, 4, by the hand, and went outside. The first wave from the giant earthquake had struck Hilo. Like a high tide that kept rising, it washed out part of the main road. Drivers who didn’t realize the road damage were honking at others who had stopped. Johnston and her brother looked around at random debris and wondered what had happened, until her brother tugged at her shirt. “There were red ants biting at David’s feet,� said Johnston, now 74 and living in Oahu. “He started whining and carrying on. I was really interested in staying out there, but he said ‘Come on, let’s go inside.’ So I took him back inside the house, which saved our lives. “He and I wouldn’t have been here today if it hadn’t have been for those red ants.� A second wave rolled through Hilo, this one larger than the first. Looking from a window on the second floor of the house, Johnston saw the ocean had poured in; water had reached the height of her grandmother’s clothesline. “I called my grandmother and said, ‘There’s water in backyard,’� Johnston said. “She said, ‘Don’t worry about it—it’s probably just high seas.’ I said, ‘I think you should come look.’ As soon as she looked out the window, she started screaming and ran for my grandfather.� Johnston’s grandmother stayed with her grandfather, who didn’t want to leave his house despite the insistence of Johnston’s uncle, Rod
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A tsunami wave that hit Hilo, Hawaii, on April 1, 1946.
like Johnston, still barefoot—into the forest behind the houses, chopping a path through vines and trees with another man. “They kept telling us to run,� Johnston said. She remembers cutting her feet on sharp lava rocks. The images of water percolating through those rocks and floating, thorny lauhala leaves would appear for years in her dreams. Eddie and other adults deliv-
Mason, who seemed to know a larger wave was on its way. A neighbor Johnston remembers as “Uncle Eddie� took charge and gathered together people who would listen to him. “Eddie had a machete with him, and obviously had a plan,� Johnston said. Eddie knew the best path to safety was to get to higher ground before another wave came in. He guided a group of children—some,
ered the children to a radio tower and higher ground, where the kids played. When the tsunami faded, the adults gathered up Johnston and the other children and brought them back to the place where they gathered before they went into the jungle. “(The adults) told us not to go out to the street, but it looked very interesting so I went out there anyway,� Johnston said. “I saw a
house that was sitting on a bunch of cushions from chairs, then I found out why they didn’t want us to go—I saw someone’s arm sticking out from underneath a house.� Ninety-six people died in Hilo on that April Fools Day 63 years ago, and 159 died in the entire territory of Hawaii. And, though Johnston’s family all survived, the tsunami affected her in profound ways. “I’ve realized over the last 20 years that it had a tremendous impact on me emotionally and physiologically,� Johnston said. “I never really was in touch with it until I started doing tsunami survivor interviews myself.� University of Hawaii professor Walter Dudley interviewed Johnston in the early 1990s about her experience. Not long after Dudley interviewed her, Johnston stopped having the dream of swimming amid spiky lauhala leaves. She found the storytelling experience so profound that she helped found the Pacific Tsunami Museum and now devotes a good deal of her time to traveling and interviewing tsunami survivors. “I found that people are captivated by stories, but not very interested in mitigation info,� she said. “If you get them interested in stories you can teach them what to do and how these people were saved. There are always lessons in these stories.� Since the late 1970s, the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Geophysical Institute has provided this column free in cooperation with the UAF research community. Ned Rozell is a science writer for the Geophysical Institute. A version of this column ran in 2009.
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Keeping Yukon’s river otters in the swim Erling Friis-Baastad
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ntil recently, Yukon’s river otters have managed to glide beneath the research radar. Lontra canadensis, a member of the weasel family, is not common in the territory and its distribution here is patchy. However, the numbers aren’t so low that our otters are under any immediate threat, and biologist Don Reid would like to keep it that way. Reid, who works for the Wildlife Conservation Society in Whitehorse, has spent the past three years trying to understand the habitat needs of southern Yukon’s river otters. “As a conservation biologist, my particular interest was how best to conserve the animal as new development proceeds,” says Reid, who as a graduate student first studied otters in northeastern Alberta. “In the Yukon River drainage, otters have been rather an overlooked animal because many people considered them to be really quite uncommon and not ecologically very important,” he says. “That’s probably true for a considerable portion of the territory, but where there are lots of smaller-sized lakes and associated streams with beavers, there is a considerable number of otters.” If Yukon’s river otter population is healthy, why worry? For one major thing, some North American otter populations and their close relatives, the European otter, have suffered
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Yukon river otters captured on a remote camera.
elsewhere, Reid says. In some U.S. states – like Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska – the animals were virtually extirpated, probably as a result of over-trapping, habitat loss and shoreline disruption. State wildlife managers have had to ask other jurisdictions, such as Ontario, for replacement otters in attempts to restore local populations. Reid also mentions Europe as a cautionary example of what could happen here. “In Europe there’s a different species, but an ecologically very similar species: the European river otter,” he says. “Most countries in Europe have had to declare the species threatened or endangered. They’ve had to get involved in very serious attempts to restore shoreline habitats.” Reid and contractor colleagues Rene Rivard, Kim Melton, Maria Leung and Milena Georgeault have been paying particular attention to otter land-use choices in the Yukon. They have been focusing on above-ground movement and latrines,
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says Reid. Otters tend to use site-specific habitats repetitively. If scientists can map them and find a way of understanding why otters choose these sites, they can develop an effective conservation tool for planning lakeshore development, trails and campsites, forestry work, and similar human development. “We as an organization chose specifically to work with wetlands and valley-bottom habitats in the Yukon because we see these places as the ones most likely to be at risk from growing human populations – humans wanting to do their thing on the land,” says Reid. “It’s site-specific conservation planning for these particular habitats.” In winter otters have a difficult time with ice cover, he adds. They have to get out of the water to breathe and into the water to forage for fish. In winter otters mostly travel along routes connecting places with open water. “It’s interesting here in the Yukon how much open water there is in winter. All of their above-ground movements are quite directional between water places.” This means that some trails, though, will divert from open shoreline through bush and forest, says Reid. These more hidden trails
make otters less vulnerable to predators like wolves. The relationship between beavers and otters is not symbiotic. In fact, otters are likely happier to see beavers than beavers are to see them, for several reasons. Beaver ponds make good otter habitat, says Reid. “In winter the ice at the crest of the dams is usually quite weak and easy for otters to penetrate. The otters find an added benefit in the beaver lodges and bank burrows themselves.” “I actually think that otters fairly often usurp active beaver lodges and force the beavers into using adjacent bank burrows,” he adds. However, there are more abandoned beaver lodges in many Yukon landscapes than inhabited ones, so a forced eviction isn’t always necessary. “It’s not always an antagonistic fight for space, but it sometimes comes down to that.” One of the interesting, as yet unanswered, questions about the interaction of the two species is whether a drastic drop in a local beaver population can cause serious problems for otters, says Reid. Some open-water areas essential for otters in winter are created by upwelling of warmer water in lakes, such as the outflow from Marsh Lake at Lewes Marsh.
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“Also, because of our mountainous terrain there are a lot of water tables high up on the slopes,” says Reid. These continually drain water into the soil or bedrock and seep down to lakeshores. These seeps can appear as open-water streams through much of the winter, Reid adds. The open-water sites are “biodiversity hotspots” in winter, providing important feeding and resting areas for many creatures other than otters, including muskrats, mink, swans, waterfowl and dippers. Another feature of the river otters’ on-land habitat is their latrines, which also serve as communication and social centres. “They are places where otters go to defecate, but that is often combined with scent marking,” the biologist says. In these latrines otters pile up dirt and moss, in effect creating their own little “transmission towers.” Defecating on the tops of these piles increases the airflow and wafts the scents further. The messages can contain a myriad of information. These are not necessarily territorial statements, says Reid. He suspects the scat markers have more to do with announcing who is in the neighbourhood than with warning other otters away. “I think a lot of the time these animals are happy to be in social groups; they are not antagonistic or solitary.” Markers may also announce which fish or insect larvae are on the local menu at any given time. A female otter advertises when she is coming into estrus. The boreal winter can be tough on otters, as it is with many other animals. However, family groups of mother and two young are quite common. Another sign that they are doing reasonably well overall is that otters appear to have the time to enjoy play. They will expend energy on tumbling around with one another. Reid hasn’t seen them actually sliding down snow banks in the Yukon, but he has found the well-used slides themselves when following tracks in the snow. In these cases the otters have left their direction of travel to repeatedly climb a slope and slide down before heading on their way again. River otters are also known to live in the ocean, and can be seen in the Lynn Canal near Skagway. They have a completely different lifestyle and ecology when they are in the ocean, but being the same species they can, in fact, mate with the inland otters, says Reid. That doesn’t hold for sea otters (Enhydra lutris), who are also members of the weasel family but aren’t closely related. And sea otters almost never come on land. This column is co-ordinated by the Yukon Research Centre at Yukon College with major financial support from Environment Yukon and Yukon College. The articles are archived at http://www.yukoncollege.yk.ca/research/publications/your_yukon
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Mom belittles claim of cousins’ family resemblance everyone and asking if her son looks like mine. Honestly, her son looks nothing like my son, and I find it aggravating and borderline creepy that she keeps bringing by Judith it up. I’m not sure what to do. We do not have a good relaMartin tionship at all, so I’m not sure why she insists on doing this at every social event we attend, or what she is trying to prove. GENTLE READER: And DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’m what exactly is it that are you not sure how to handle it when trying to prove? That your son my sister-in-law keeps bringing and his cousin are not from the up how her 7-month-old baby same family? Or that acts of boy looks like my 4-year-old indiscretion might have been son. She has gone so far as to involved in conceiving them? take a picture of a picture of Miss Manners is also at a loss my son with her cellphone and about why you would consider walk around a party showing a family resemblance creepy. If
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Four past champs, six Yukoners set to ride in Yukon Quest
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wenty-seven mushers are registered for this year’s Yukon Quest, among them six Yukoners and some big names. Four past champions are set to race in the 1,600-kilometre dog sled race, this year running from Whitehorse to Fairbanks, Alaska, beginning on Feb. 7. “It’s been an amazing year,” said executive director Laurie Parris. “We have past champions and people who haven’t raced in a few years coming back to try again … We have lots of interesting names coming.” Two-time defending champ Allen Moore of Two Rivers, Alaska, seems eager to hit the trails. The 57-year-old, who won the race the last two years and finished second in 2012, was the second musher to register for this year’s race. 2012 Quest champ Hugh Neff of Tok, Alaska will attempt to take back the crown after finishing as the runnerup behind Moore the last two years. Next month will be the 47-year-old’s 15th Yukon Quest. Fairbanks, Alaska’s Lance Mackey will attempt to win a record fifth Quest next month. Mackey, 44, who is the first musher to win the Quest and Iditarod in the same year, has four of each title under his belt. Denali Park, Alaska’s Jeff King hasn’t raced the Quest in 25 years, but don’t count him out. The 59-year-old won the race in 1989 and claimed second in 1986 and 1990. Also back for another go is Eagle, Alaska’s Matt Hall, who notched a third-place finish last year in his first Quest. Eureka, Alaska’s Brent Sass has been keeping race leaders nervous for years. The
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Whitehorse’s Normand Casavant pumps up the crowd at the start line last year in Fairbanks, Alaska. Casavant is one of six Yukon mushers entered in this year’s 1,600-kilometre race.
35-year-old is back for his ninth Quest after a bad ending to last year’s race. Sass withdrew before the Braeburn checkpoint after falling from his sled and hitting his head against the ice. Sass, who placed third in the 2013 Quest, was in second place at the time of his accident. Healy, Alaska’s Dave Dalton will be racing in his 25th – yes, 25th – Yukon Quest next month. The 57-year-old has produced nine top-10 finishes so far, including third in 2004 and 2008. Of the 27 registered mushers, 16 are veterans and 11 rookies. The field is also split between 15 Americans, seven Canadians, two Norwegians, a German (listed as a Whitehorse musher), a Swede and a Frenchman. “I’m looking forward to it, I think it’s going to be pretty exciting,” said Tagish, Yukon’s Ed Hopkins. “There are a lot of real good teams in the top 10. It’ll be tense, but it’ll be fun too. I’m ready to go.” Hopkins, 50, will be racing in his fifth Quest. He placed eighth in 2005. Also on his resume is a second-place result in the
Quest 300 and wins in Dawson’s Percy DeWolfe Memorial Mail Race and Haines Junction’s Silver Sled race. He also snagged fifth in last year’s Kobuk 440, winning rookie of the year and vet’s choice award. “You always have to learn lessons from your last race and put them towards the next one and hope everything works out,” said Hopkins. Whitehorse’s Normand Casavant, 51, is also getting set for his fifth Quest. Casavant scratched in last year’s race but placed seventh in 2013. Dawson City’s Brian Wilmshurst, 32, is registered for his fourth consecutive Quest next month. Wilmshurst finished his first three, placing 10th last year for his best yet and was given the Sportsmanship Award. Mount Lorne’s Tamra Reynolds, 42, will attempt her first Quest next month. “I’ve been involved in the race the last 10 years, always as a handler or on the Quest board,” said Reynolds. “So I think I know a lot about it. I’ve been to all the checkpoints, obviously. And I’ve
done the Quest 300 so I’ve seen most of the Yukon side, but I wanted to see the rest of the trail.” Reynolds is also one of just three female mushers in this year’s race along with Two Rivers, Alaska’s Ryne Olson and Healy, Alaska’s Kristin Knight Pace. She placed seventh and won the vet’s choice award in the 2013 Yukon Quest 300. “The nervousness is kicking in now that it’s getting closer,” said Reynolds. Whitehorse’s Olaf Thurau will be taking his second shot at the Quest next month. The 50-year-old of German nationality did not finish last year but took fourth in the Quest 300 the previous year. Whitehorse’s Rob Cooke, 48, was an official in last year’s Quest, which reminded him of the fun he was missing as a racer. He was the first musher to register for this year’s race. “I’m really looking forward to it,” said Cooke. “It should be fun. It’s a good field this year – we have 27 mushers running. “We now have some colder weather, but hopefully we’ll get a good trail put in. The
(Canadian) Rangers will do a great job with the trail. I’m really looking forward to the race, it’s going to be exciting.” Cooke moved to Canada in 2005 from the U.K. where he got hooked on mushing through dry-land training. He is a member of the Siberian Huskey Club of Great Britain. (There are two U.K. mushers registered for this year’s Yukon Quest 300.) “It is fairly big across Europe,” said Cooke. “We came to Canada in 2005, but we had nine dogs then when we came across, and we did a lot of racing in the U.K.” Cooke placed 18th in his first Quest in 2013. He also took second in the 2012 Quest 300. “I’ve run it in the Whitehorse to Fairbanks direction, so I know the trail, have a good idea of the trail,” said Cooke. “The dogs know the trail and we’ll just know where we are, know better places to camp. I think I have a better idea of how the dogs react to 1,000-mile races … It’ll be good to see how the dogs react this time.” Contact Tom Patrick at tomp@yukon-news.com
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Phillips, Zirkle among 25 mushers in Quest 300
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Fairbanks, Alaska’s Aliy Zirkle celebrates with her dogs after winning last year’s race.
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Tagish musher Michelle Phillips leaves the start line at the 2013 Yukon Quest 300, which she won. Phillips and defending champ Aliy Zirkle of Fairbanks are among 25 mushers in this year’s race.
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wo mushers who produced the closest finish in the history of the Yukon Quest 300 are set to go headto-head once again next month. Tagish, Yukon’s Michelle Phillips and Fairbanks, Alaska’s Aliy Zirkle are among 25 mushers registered for the 300-mile (483-kilometre) race beginning in Whitehorse on Feb. 7. In 2013 Phillips beat Zirkle – last year’s winner – by eight seconds to win her first Quest 300 title. “It’s nice to see there’s a little more snow and a little more cold weather to freeze up the lakes and rivers and make the trail a little safer,” said Phillips, who didn’t race in last year’s event. “It’s always a little more encouraging. We’re looking forward to it.” “I like running the 300
when it starts in Whitehorse,” she added. “My husband (Ed Hopkins) is running the (Yukon Quest) 1,000, so it helps us get a good team
ready for the Iditarod.” Phillips, 46, has raced the 1,000-mile Quest six times, with five top-10 results. She placed fourth in 2008 and
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fifth in 2009, winning the Veterinarian’s Award. She won the women’s division of the Gin Gin 200 in 2009 and placed 16th in the 2012 Iditarod, for a personal best. Zirkle became the first and only woman to win the Yukon Quest 1,000 in 2000. The 44-year-old also placed fourth in 1999 and took second in the 2012 Iditarod. Phillips is one of 10 Yukon mushers registered for this year’s race, which runs from Whitehorse to Pelly Crossing. Five Whitehorse mushers and their teams will take to the trails next month. They are Claudia Wickert, Melissa Schenke, Alexandra Rochat, Jacob Heigers and Susie Rogan, whose partner is fourtime Yukon Quest champ Hans Gatt. Other Yukoners include Carcross’ Simi Morrison, Dawson City’s Peter Reuter, Fox Lake’s Martine Le Levier, Shallow Bay’s Gerry Willom-
itzer and Mendenhall’s Gaetan Pierrard. There are also eight Alaskans registered, including Two Rivers, Alaska’s Sebastian Schnuelle, who won the 1,000mile Quest in 2009 and placed third in last year’s Quest 300. The field of mushers also reaches beyond North America with Swede Dave King, Austrian Alex Serdjukov, Russian Timofei Gynuntegin, and U.K.’s Kim Franklin and Jonathan Fletcher. The Northwest Territories are also represented by Paul Hamlyn. “Aliy is a great musher, there’s lots of other great mushers, so I guess we’ll see,” said Phillips. “We’d just like to thank the volunteers and all the people who work so hard to put it on every year.” The Quest 300 has a cap of 25 teams with six currently on the waiting list. Contact Tom Patrick at tomp@yukon-news.com
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Two Female Mustangs selected for B.C. Cup
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Whitehorse Female Mustangs defenceman Cayman Oestreich, left, challenges a player from the Yellowknife Wolfpack at the Air North Hockey Challenge in October. Oestreich and teammate Maddie Nicholson have been selected for the B.C. Cup in April.
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in the U16 female northern central zone camp this past weekend in Williams Lake. “I was really happy. It was a really good camp,� said Nicholson. “I really liked being able to play with girls my age and to see how I compared. I think I did quite well in the camp.� “It’ll probably be a good experience,� said Oestreich of going to Cup. “You meet a lot of girls over the years if you go to a lot of these things. It’ll be a good experience. “I was sort of surprised (to be selected). I’m pretty sure there was 18 defence, so I was surprised I made the team.� Nicholson, 13, plays right wing for the Mustangs rep team and Oestreich, 14, plays defence. They were the only
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Mustangs winger Maddie Nicholson puts a slapper on net against Yellowknife in October.
Yukoners to make the trip to the trials, which were one of five zone trials throughout B.C. “There was one practice with some drills and stuff and two games, and some fitness testing,� said Nicholson, who scored a goal in one of the games. Nicholson and Oestreich will head to the U16 female B.C. Cup this April in Salmon Arm. At the Cup, selected players from the five zones will be split onto teams and play a jamboree style tournament in which they will be scouted by B.C. coaches. Their per-
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Whitehorse drops out from hosting B.C. Hockey Championships job at producing top-notch hockey players. Many of Yukon’s playt was a bitter pill to swal- ers who are eligible for the low,” said Carl Burgess, Midget Mustangs – a Tier 3 president of the Whitehorse team – have gone south to Minor Hockey Association. play on Tier 1 and 2 teams. Due to lack of midget rep “What gutted our competiplayers in Whitehorse, the city tive midget program this year will no longer be hosting the was we now have 13 players B.C. Hockey Championships, playing Outside on elite and Whitehorse Minor decided junior and Tier 1 teams all last month. through Saskatchewan, AlThe Yukon capital was berta and B.C.,” said Burgess. supposed to host the Tier 3 “When you have 13 of your midget championships in top players out, that is a big March. hit on a program. “Unfortunately we weren’t “There are other midget given much choice with how players in town, many of the season unfolded,” said them committed to the minor Burgess. “B.C. makes all the Tom Patrick/Yukon News midget program who would commitments in the sumMidget Mustangs Bryce Anders puts a shot on net during still be eligible. But Whitemer and tryouts and everythe Air North Challenge in October. The Whitehorse Minor horse Minor is 100 per cent thing starts in September, Hockey Association has decided not to host the B.C volunteer driven, so when 13 so we were sort of caught by Hockey Championships in March. players leave it means their surprise on how the season parents’ focus changes as unfolded this fall.” high-level midget outside wasn’t a coaching team that well.” “We were hoping it would the territory are Jack Blisner, “There are still competitive came together.” come together, but in DecemAmong those playing Marcus McLeod, Levi Johnplayers in town, but there also ber we made the decision to pull out to make sure there was enough time for B.C. Hockey to adjust,” he added. B.C. Hockey has not determined where the midget Tier 3 tournament will be held but TrueNorth Respiratory NEW Location a decision will be made soon, a representative told the News Therapy Services TITANIUM WAY on Thursday. G OLD ROAD Current Location Whitehorse Minor and the PLATINUM ROAD is moving to... Whitehorse Mustangs rep club are apparently doing a good GALENA ROAD Suite 101A - 170
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Sudoku Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test! Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit 1 to 9. For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit www.sudoku.org.uk.
FRIDAY CROSSWORD PUZZLE
To solve Kakuro, you must enter a number between 1 and 9 in the empty squares. The clues are the numbers in the white circles that give the sum of the solution numbers: above the line are across clues and below the line are down clues and below the line are down clues. Thus, a clue of 3 will produce a solution of 2 and 1 and a 5 will produce 4 and 1, or 2 and 3, but of course, which squares they go in will depend on the solution of a clue in the other direction. No difit can be repeated in a solution, so a 4 can only produce 1 and 3, never 2 and 2. © 2013 The Mepham Group. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency. All rights reserved.
WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to spell a word Hint: a group of sycophants.
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CLUES ACROSS 1. Permanently disfigure 5. Demilitarize 10. Flat-bottom crater 14. 6th Jewish month 15. “l836 siege” of U.S. 16. For in Spanish 17. Bunco games 18. Musical world for the iPhone 19. Smile 20. Charlotte’s Web’s White 21. His wife became salt 22. For example 23. Perceived 27. Violet-red color 30. Prizefighter Muhammed
31. Dentist’s group 32. Lowest feudal class 35. Passover feast and ceremony 38. Netherlands river 42. College teacher 43. Associated press 44. Exist 45. Wyatt __, OK Corral 46. Antlered cervid 47. Church announcement of a proposed marriage 49. Dried leaves of Catha edulis 50. Anoint 52. ___ Lilly, drug company 54. Red plus yellow
56. Holy places 59. Exclamation of surprise 60. Million barrels per day (abbr.) 62. Farm state 63. Hold onto 66. 79504 TX 68. Speed of sound 70. Condition of comfort 71. Blemished skin 72. Wingloke structures 73. Nanosecond (abbr.) 74. Herd of unsheared sheep 75. Castrate a horse
25. Raised railroad track 26. Injure permanently 27. Partial paralysis (pl.) 28. School in Newark, DE 29. Individual baking dish 32. Democratic Party of Germany 33. Poetic word for before 34. Eggs of a fish 36. Environmental Protec. Agency 37. One point N of due E 39. Express pleasure 40. Macaws 41. Seaport (abbr.) 48. Tagging the base runner
51. Inspector General 53. City of Angels 54. Made from an Oak tree 55. So. Am. ratites 57. Thai money in 1928 58. Expressed pleasure 60. Nutmeg seed covering spice 61. Small indefinite quantity 64. Between E and SE 65. Chest muscle (slang) 66. Used for hitting the ball 67. Tooth caregiver 68. Military Aircraft Group 69. Brew
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CLUES DOWN 1. Ceremonial staffs 2. Sun-dried brick 3. 007’s creator 4. Married woman 5. Obstruct 6. 12th Jewish month 7. Opposite of minored 8. Leave out 9. Twice Pres. of Harvard, Derek 10. Gas usage measurement 11. Swiss river 12. Spirit in The Tempest 13. Kitchen stove 24. Crocus spice
Rearrange the letters to spell a word Hint: liable to be erroneous.
Rearrange the letters to spell a word Hint: one skilled in or having a taste for the fine arts.
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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.
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3-BDRM 2-BATH duplex, Riverdale, large rec room, fenced yard, new flooring upstairs, N/S, available Jan 1, $1,450/mon + utils. 456-7927
4-BDRM HOUSE, Porter Creek, beautiful country setting in town, N/S, N/P, no parties, joint tenants welcome, $1,800/mon + utils. cjacstephen@gmail.com
LARGE 12X24 room, Porter Creek, sep entrance, shared kitchen & bath, avail immed, $750/mon + dd. 334-4568
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For more information, please contact: 336-0028
TWO BEDROOMS in Riverdale home near park, fully furnished, close to bus, N/P, N/S, $450-$500/mon + utils & dd, avail immed. 336-0368
MASTER BEDROOM, Porter Creek, avail Feb. 1, utilities, WiFi & Internet incl, parking at front, close to amenities/bus, $800/mon. 335-8883
3-BDRM, 3-BATH house, #58 Falcon Ridge condo complex, N/S, N/P, full kitchen, electric heat. 660-5020 for more info
2,628 SQUARE FEET OF PRIME OFFICE SPACE Available for Lease NOW!
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NEWER 3-BDRM 2-bath duplex, Copper Ridge, 1,800 sq ft, 2 floors on large lot, N/S, N/P, $1500/mon + utils. 334-3488
Beautifully ďŹ nished ofďŹ ce space is available in the Taku Building at 309 Main Street. This historic building is the ďŹ rst L.E.E.D. certiďŹ ed green building in Yukon. It features state of the art heat and ventilation, LAN rooms, elevator, bike storage, shower, accessibility and more.
Call 867-333-0144
3-BDRM HOME, Porter Creek, newer, $1,600/mon + utils. 335-8590 or 334-1181 for info 3-BDRM 1-BATH condo, Riverdale, avail immed, new paint, flooring & kitchen cabinets, 5 new appliances, fenced back yard, Arctic entry, dd& refs reqʟd, $1,600/mon + utils. 333-9109 Edgewater Hotel Monthly Rentals Jan 01 - Apr 30 from $800/month Includes weekly housekeeping service All rooms come with mini fridge and microwave Contact Dylan at dylan.soo@yukonhotels.com or 867-668-4500 WEEKEND GET AWAY Rustic Cabin-45 minutes from town Hiking Trails in the summer Skiing in the winter Includes sauna. Reasonable rates. Rent out by the week or for a weekend. 867-821-4443 SHOP/OFFICE/STUDIO Multi-Use Building with space available to rent Shop/Office/Studio Various sizes, will modify to suit Washroom on site, friendly environment whserentals@hotmail.com Phone 667-6805 FOR RENT Prime Retail Store/Office/Clinic/Cafe Corner of 4th Avenue & Ogilvie Street •1,900 sq ft •Ceramic tile & carpet •Infloor heating, parking, •Bay windows, 867-399-3671 or sangerer@hotmail.com Midnight Sun Executive & Vacation suites •Located downtown, weekly or monthly •3-bedroom furnished suites •Well equipped kitchen •Linen & towels provided •Includes cable, Internet & telephone •Perfect for relocation, corporate & vacation rentals •No smoking, no pets •Weekly housekeeping available Home away from home. www.midnightsunvr.com Phone 667-2255
BEAUTIFUL HOME in Mary Lake, mid January to end of April, wood heat and 2 dogs, rent is negotiable. 633-6084 FURNISHED ROOM downtown. Incls utilities. N/S, N/P. Refs reqĘźd. Available immediately, $650. 667-7840 2-BDRM ABOVE-GROUND suite, Porter Creek, backs onto greenbelt/trails, plenty of natural light, shared laundry/yard, dedicated parking w/power, $1,300/mon all-incl. 334-9968. 1-BDRM GROUND floor suite in Riverdale close to Super A. Clean, bright, separate entrance & laundry. N/P, N/S. Refs & DD reqĘźd, $950/mon + 1/3 elec. 633-9732 or 335-9732 aft 6pm
Wanted to Rent HOUSESITTER AVAILABLE Mature, responsible person Call Suat at 668-6871 PROFESSIONAL COUPLE available for house-sitting in March, in/close to Whitehorse, responsible, reliable, mature, clean, can care for pets and plants, handyman, refs. 334-0339 or 778-267-6645 MATURE STUDENT requires safe, clean room near Yukon College or bus route, include utils, prefer own bathroom, access to kitchen/laundry, quiet non-smoker. Judy @ 667-7413
Real Estate 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 3-BDRM, UPPER level, Crestview. Bathroom plus ensuite. Laundry & parking. Oil & electric heat, Refs & DD ReqĘźd, N/S, $1600/mon + utilities, 667-4858. 3-BDRM 2-BATH house on treed corner large lot, close to schools and bus stop, full basement suite, will sell furnish or unfurnished, offers, 49 Redwood St, Porter Creek. 633-6553
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Reference # INB1501 The Purdy Crawford Chair in Aboriginal Business Studies at CBU invites applications for the position of In.Business Project Manager - Yukon. This position will commence February 2015 and end in November 2017 with the possibility of renewal (subject to budgetary approval). CBU will entertain the possibility of a secondment arrangement. This position will be based at Yukon College and will work with and represent the Purdy Crawford Chair team in the Yukon. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and delivery of the In.Business Program - a business network for Indigenous youth - in the Yukon program. Please visit our website to view the full job description – www.cbu.ca/employment. Human Resources Department
Deadline: Tel: (902) 563-1158 Fax: (902) 563-1458 January 16, 2015 E-mail: humanresources@ns.aliantzinc.ca P.O. Box 5300, 1250 Grand Lake Road Sydney, NS Canada B1P 6L2
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SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS WANTED Training Provided Apply in person to: TAKHINI TRANSPORT #9 Lindeman Road, Whitehorse, Yukon 867-456-2745 CANADIAN LYNDEN TRANSPORT Looking for Class 1 Drivers With Super B experience E-mail resume to: abjork@lynden.com or Fax 867-668-3196 Call 867-668-3198
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PHOTOJOURNALIST We’re a Black Press-owned publication based in Whitehorse that frequently wins regional and national awards for our writing and photography. The Canadian Community Newspaper Association ranked the News as the best overall paper in our circulation class last year. We publish on Wednesday and Friday, with more frequent website updates. We’re looking for someone with a promising photography portfolio and a proven ability to write a good story. Duties include coordinating with reporters for assignments, searching out feature photos, processing wire pictures and writing feature stories. We expect a lot of hustle from whoever gets this job. In exchange, we provide many opportunities to grow as a photojournalist. Our ofďŹ ce has a pool of Nikon digital camera gear. A car is a must. Submit resume, portfolio and samples of writing (websites accepted) to Mike Thomas at mthomas@yukon-news.com.
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14ĘźX16ĘźX6Ęź CANVAS wall tent, brand new, no frame, $1,200. 334-8335
CFL FOOTBALL cards, 17 different complete sets of cards, including early OPC. Almost 2,600 cards. $1,400. Ross 633-3154
This position provides assistance to Yukon Seniors relative to government pensions, benefits, and various Seniors’ Grant programs. The Centre Coordinator also provides administrative assistance to the Yukon Council on Aging Board of Directors. The successful candidate will have knowledge of Simply Accounting, possess strong computer skills, have an ability to relate and be sensitive to seniors and their requirements, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
WINDOOR RECYCLER We buy & sell: • Brand new/used double/triple pane vinyl/wood windows. •Brand new steel/vinyl exterior doors with frames. Now selling: •Brand new unfinished oak kitchen cabinets. 333-0717
MCDONALDS H O C K E Y cards from 1991-92 to 2009/10, almost every card issued incl. 27 unopened paks from each year, over 1,200 cards, $1,000 firm. Ross 633-3154
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TRADING CARDS, binder full of non-sport trading cards (James Bond, X-men, Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom). About 500 cards. $50. Ross 633-3154
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FRONT OFFICE CLERK required for accounting services company. Experience using Excel and knowledge of Simply Accounting. Ability to work with minimal supervision and deal directly with clients. Salary: $15/hr Email: admin@accurateyt.ca
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THREE COMPLETE OPC hockey card sets (1999-00 to 2001-02 period) plus some short prints. Over 900 cards. $150. Ross 633-3154 COLLECTION OF 1,000 + vinyl records from 70s, 80s & 90s, rock, country & blues. 334-4568
HANDMADE CULTURED brick, rustic manner, 1/2" thick, 2 boxes of flats & 1 box of corners, $250 takes all, $150 per box. 633-4139 MYSTERIES – various authors. 40 paperbacks, $25. Ross 633-3154 WORLD HOCKEY Association, two rare books about it (history, statistics, photos). Excellent shape $50. Ross 633-3154.
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
FULL-LENGTH BLACK mink coat, size 12-14. 633-2535
BLINDS, SHADE-O-MATIC, 1.5 horizontal, Basswood, 45 3/8 x 42 3/8, oak colour, aluminum headrail w/decorative valance, hardware & instructions incl, exc cond, $50. 335-3316 TAMRON 70-300MM F/4-5.6 SP DI VC USD lens + hood for Nikon DSLR, like new, $400 obo. 336-8802 POPCORN MACHINE, $20, Min Wii game system c/w Mario game, $50 obo, girlĘźs Fila skates, sz 4, $20 obo. 689-0463
VUNTUT GWITCHIN LIMITED PARTNERSHIP #201A-1191 FRONT STREET, WHITEHORSE, YUKON, CANADA Y1A 0K5
YUKON WILDLIFE Conservation stamps, rare and unique collection of 13 stamps, from 1996-2008, beautiful artwork depicting Yukon birds and wildlife, $150. 633-3154
TEL: 867-633-8972 FAX: 867-456-7139 EMAIL: INFO@VUNTUT.COM
BERKELEY 5PL pressure pump with Pro Pressure Tank, PS6H-505, new, never used, $550. 334-8335
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32ĘźX16ĘźX6Ęź WALL tent, brand new, no frame, $2,000. 334-8335
JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Vuntut Gwitchin Limited Partnership (VGLP) CEO, this position is responsible for providing a broad range of analytical and administrative support to the Chief Executive OfďŹ cer and the Property Manager positions. This position shall be responsible for the supervision of general accounting, accounts receivable, collection and payroll of VGLP. The Administrative OfďŹ cer will also ensure the legal and regulatory compliance for all VGLP accounting and ďŹ nancial reporting functions. As well this position will assist in fostering good public relations with citizens, staff and other governments, industries and organizations with whom VGLP conducts business.
1965-66 TOPPS Hockey Cards, complete set, great shape, $1,500. Ross @ 633-3154 PIONEER FEATHER-LITE parka, menĘźs sz med, like new, $175, snowmobile suit, unisex down insulated, $75. 633-3053 PERSIAN CARPET, Habibian Nain, creme/blue, tan, red trim, 600 knots psi, 5'X8', bought mid-east, appraised, documented, offers, great in L/R, dining rm, home, cabin, 867-456-4109. herbeeking@hotmail.com 33 CC ice auger, as new, $225 obo. 633-6502
MAIN DUTIES: s Maintain ofďŹ ce clerical, ďŹ ling and record keeping systems s Assist the CEO, as directed, with the background research and drafting of funding proposals s Preparation for yearend audit s Bill payments and/or invoicing to associated companies s Conduct seasonal/term recruitments on behalf of VGLP s Makes logistical arrangements for Board meetings including the preparation and distribution of agendas, related reference materials and meeting minutes set for approval s Preparation of a wide range of reports, correspondence, discussion papers, written recommendations and other relevant documentation pertaining to Board Activities. s Maintain ďŹ ling systems (hard copy and electronic) ensuring all records and documentation is fully accessible and properly stored. s Preparation and publication of VGLP communications
GAS POWERED 225 amp Hobart arc welder, 17hp Kohler engine, mounted on 4-wheeled wagon, $1,200 obo. 633-6502 IBEX VALLEY GREENHOUSE AND GIFTS 800 thread count Egyptian cotton sheet sets King, Queen, Double, Twin, 12 colours Purses and Fairy Garden Decor Free delivery to Whitehorse 335-2210 or 633-4415 IPHONE 4S, good condition, Bell or Virgin mobile free of contract, $180. 334-6087 STERLING SILVER spoon collection from different parts of the world in 4 beautiful wood display cases w/glass sliding doors. 333-9020 16 X 24 steel garage, Future Building, in Whitehorse, new, still in box, $11,000. 333-5247
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SINGER PROFINISH serger, perfect for finishing and hemming your sewing projects, $400 obo. 633-6085
BA or equivalent undergraduate degree in ďŹ eld related to Finance, Public Administration and Business or equivalent experience with accounting systems, budgets, internal controls, business planning, and asset management. Minimum of 3 years’ experience within a medium to large organization at a senior level.
HAND-CRAFTED LOG bed, new, can be seen in Tagish, $350. 867-399-3904 aft 6pm STAINLESS STEEL mesh chandelier, very modern, beautiful, was $450 + shipping new, asking $300. 633-4139
FOR A COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION & PAYSCALE PLEASE CONTACT: BRENDA BINGHAM, at info@vuntut.com CLOSES JANUARY 15, 2015
TV HBO series Rome, seasons 1 & 2, $45 per season, asking $65 for both, Season 2 still in wrapper. 333-0915
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Department of Highways & Public Works Salary: $32.15 per hour
Electrical Appliances
ROOM FULL of hand and power tools, wood and metal, view 49 Redwood St, Porter Creek. 633-6553
PROPANE CLOTHES dryer, heavy duty, Kenwood, brand new, $1,200. 334-8335
YUKON QUEST 1988 5th Anniversary poster with all team signatures, framed, $180 obo. 633-3476
STAND UP washer and dryer unit. White in color and older model. $400. 335-1088
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Executive Director Operations Manager Elders Coordinator -1/2 time position Finance Director Closing date Jan 12, 2015 For a copy of the job descriptions or send your resume please contact by email intergovmanager@nndfn,com or call 867-996-2265 ext 125 or 867-334-3972. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Projects Coordinator Job Posting
The Recreation and Parks Association of the Yukon (RPAY): is a not for proďŹ t organization that works to empower communities to support Yukoners to lead an active, healthy lifestyle through recreation and parks.
Closing Date: January 9, 2015 RequisiĆ&#x;on: #6838
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This four-year position requires a 37.5 hour workweek and will commence in late January / early February 2015. The starting salary is $23.70 per hour and includes 8% vacation pay and sick days pro-rated at a rate of 1 day per month. Position Responsibilities: include the coordination and management of speciďŹ c projects and the provision of administrative/ofďŹ ce tasks. Other related duties include providing support for RPAY staff and contractors and maintaining the RPAY website. QualiďŹ cations: applicants should have excellent writing skills in English, be able to work well with people, have a valid Yukon Drivers License and a willingness and availability to travel to rural Yukon communities.
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YUKON PARKA, size 14, 3/4 length, brown, like new, $325. 633-3117
Job Posting: RPAY is hiring a Projects Coordinator in a full time term position that will end on March 31st, 2019.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
AIR NORTH plane tickets for last-minute travelers, $500 return + airport improvement fees. For details 668-6257 or janjes@northwestel.net
VARIOUS HARDCOVER autobiographies, all exc cond, Adrienne Clarkson, Presley, Pierre Trudeau, Sinatra, Winfrey, Celine Dion, Liz Taylor, etc, $10-$20. 393-2996 for details
A degree, diploma or equivalent experience in a ďŹ eld related to parks and recreation, two years of related ofďŹ ce coordination/ receptionist work, excellent computer skills, event planning and management, good interpersonal and customer service skills, and the ability to manage and maintain a client or membership database are also desired. Applications: please submit a letter of interest and current resume to the Recreation and Parks Association of the Yukon (RPAY). Applications should be dropped off or mailed to RPAY at 4061 4th Avenue, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 1H1. Deadline: Applications must be received by 4:00 pm on Friday, January 16th, 2015. Successful applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. Information: Copies of the Job Descriptions are available for pick up at Sport Yukon. For more information please contact Anne Morgan at 668-2389 after January 5th, 2015.
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2015 WHITE IPAD Mini 2 Retina 16GB 3G + WiFi, new in box, unused, selling for $75 cheaper than AppleStore, c/w aluminum bumper case worth $50. 336-4168
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Computers & Accessories EPSON POWERLITE HomeCinema 720p projector + 120" screen, new lamp, 10,000:1 contrast ratio for great colours, exc cond, $795 obo. 336-4168 WII GAME console with multiple controllers, approx. 20 games & Wiifit board, $125 obo. 633-6711 after 4:30
15.6" EMACHINES E442 - v634 laptop windows 7, 320gb dvd burner sd webcam. Everything works. I am getting about 2 hrs of battery, $180. 668-5207 FREE, HEWLETT Packard scanner model ScanJet 3400C w/software, works fine, I upgraded. 633-3154 IPOD TOUCH 3rd gen 32Gb, includes protective skin & earphones, $100. 668-4613 IPAD 1ST gen 64Gb, includes green cover case & black cover case w/bluetooth keyboard, $200. 668-4613
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Murdoch (Murd) Nicholson passed away in the hospital, after a short battle with cancer, in the presence of his loving wife, Marilyn. He was visited by many dear friends and was able to display his true character and wit to the end. He also appreciated the many phone calls from his children and granddaughter.
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Murd is survived by his wife, Marilyn; his children Jacob and Rachel (Michael Spitzer) and granddaughter Abigail Spitzer; mother of his children, Ann Spangler (Russ); and siblings Malcolm, Cheyenne (Patricia) and Raymond (Lynn). Murd was born in Victoria, B.C., to parents Ingrid and Archibald Nicholson. His childhood years were spent in Honeymoon Bay on Lake Cowichan living on a loathouse. He left home at the early age of 13 and worked at a neighbourhood farm. He later worked on the water as a boom man. His passion for the water never died as later in life he still dreamed of owning a yacht. By the time he had his children he began his life long career as a hairdresser/barber. He barbered in White Rock, Vernon and Armstrong before moving to the Yukon in April, 1989. He quickly became involved in the Whitehorse community with many organizations including the Storytelling Festival, Yukon Learn, Rendezvous (Beard Growing Contest), Special Olympics and Big Brothers and Sisters. He was very thankful to his many customers and friends for their loyalty to The Barber Shoppe over the years. Murd’s personal interests included photography, driving and exploring the many hidden trails in the Yukon in search of hidden treasures, and most recently, (at the age of 66!) motorcycle riding. Murd truly felt that the Yukon was his home and that there was no other place he would rather be. Murd’s memorial service will be held at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Whitehorse, Yukon, on Thursday, January 22 at 2:00 p.m. A gathering will follow immediately after the service downstairs. Everyone is welcome. In lieu of lowers, donations can be made to: ADRA Canada at www.adra.ca
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2015 Musical Instruments PIANO TUNING & REPAIR by certified piano technician Call Barry Kitchen @ 633-5191 email:bfkitchen@hotmail.com Guitar/Bass and Music Theory Lessons with Jim Holland in the Takhini Hot Springs area starting in January 2015. Beginners to intermediate Call for times and prices 867-335-0396 FENDER SQUIRE, amp & guitar, new strings, good cond, almost new, $350 obo. 334-6519 WANTED: OLD Fender guitar amplifiers that do not work. Steve at 867-393-4744 or fourmusic@northwestel.net UPRIGHT 1920 Howard piano, vg condition, lovely sound, exc sound board, last tuned 2011, appraised in 2009, c/w adjustable bench, $1,300. 334-2755
DONʟS FIREWOOD SERVICE •Single cord specialist •Wood stockpiled in Whitehorse for quick daily deliveries •Social Services accepted 393-4397 DJG CONTRACTING Delivering single/multiple cord orders cut to length 20 cords in tree length Pick up in Whitehorse or Haines Junction Call or text David at 332-8327 QUALITY DRY FIREWOOD $250 per cord Leave message for David 332-1300 DUKE'S FIREWOOD Round Firewood Multiples of 2 cords, $250/cord Round 6 cord load, $230/cord Cash sales only 334-8122
YAMAHA PORTABLE keyboard, c/w Playcard System, $150. 633-3117
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WANTED: DOUBLE doors, interior & exterior. 334-6868 or 668-3011
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WINCHESTER MODEL 67A, single shot, rim fire, $175; Model 75 Cooey single shot, rim fire, vg shape, $175. 633-2488 or 333-5640
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
12-GAUGE SHOTGUN, Winchester 1400 Ranger w/2 barrels, Winchoke & Deer Slug, 3 chokes, full, modified, & improved cylinder, like new, $450. 335-3747 WINCHESTER 70 Classic Sporter 300win mag, wood stock $700 obo, Tikka Hunter 338 win mag, wood stock $750 obo. 667-4425 CZ 455 22lr/17hmr combo new, wood stock $625 obo, Leupold vx-r 3-9x40 new, $575, Minox ZA5 2-10X50 new, $450 obo. 667-4425
Wanted WANTED: BOAT trailer suitable for 18-25Ęź boat, fixer-upper ok, must have brakes, no rollers or boat perch is ok. 668-5207 NORTHERN LITE truck camper to fit Nissan short box, will consider other campers to fit same. 633-2272 eves WANTED: TO do housesitting from February 9 until May 15, 2015 during tax season, preferably in Whitehorse, 63-year-old. 335-0107
1997 CHRYSLER Cirrus LX(I), auto, good running cond, 2 studded winter tires/4 summer tires on rims, clean leather interior, new alternator, 205,000km, $1,900 obo. 660-4646
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1979 LINCOLN Mark V, black w/red interior, new Michelins, $1,500; parts car also available, 1975 Cadillac hearse, 501 engine, runs great, $1,000; 1960 Falcon wagon, good glass/interior. 250-651-7773 2003 HONDA Accord, 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, sunroof, leather seats, power everything, studded winter tires, higher mileage but well maintained, $4,900. 333-0747 2002 FORD Focus ZTS, exc cond, power everything, c/w 4 quality studded winter tires & 2 summer tires on rims, reliable, 160,000 kms, $3,900 obo. 334-5032 2012 KIA Sorento 7 passenger, fully loaded, like new cond, new tires, no body damage, 100,000kms, $23,500. 334-7306
2003 ACURA MDX, fully loaded, all wheel drive, $5,800 obo. 333-0049
Store (867) 633-3276 Dev (867) 335-5192 Carl (867) 334-3782
✔ Beetle-killed spruce from Haines Junction, quality guaranteed ✔ Everything over 8" split ✔ $250 per cord (6 cords or more) ✔ Single and emergency half cord deliveries ✔ Scheduled or next day delivery
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EVF FUELWOOD ENT Year Round Delivery • Dry accurate cords • Clean shavings available • VISA/M.C. accepted Member of Yukon Wood Producers Association Costs will rise. ORDER NOW 456-7432 FIREWOOD 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 CB FIREWOOD $250/cord $240/cord for multiple cords of 4 or more 335-4065 or 633-3086
In loving Memory of
Joe Johnson October 20, 1938 - January 12, 2010
Norma Grace
McBean October 30 1923 - December 31, 2014
You can shed tears that he is gone, Or you can smile because he lived, You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back, Or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left.
Norma died, or as the Bible puts it, ‘fell asleep in Jesus’ early in the morning on the last day of 2014. She leaves behind her twin sister Doris and younger brother redrick and family and a whole host of friends and acquaintances throughout Yukon.
Your heart can be empty because you can’t see him Or you can be full of the love that you shared, You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
Norma was a well-known photographer, particularly to some of our First Nation communities, and a lively raconteuse on the streets of Whitehorse with all she encountered. We will miss her.
You can remember him and only that he is gone Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on, You can cry and close your mind be empty and turn your back, We miss you every minute of Or you can do what he would want: every day but will continue to smile, open smile, open your eyes, love and go on. our eyes, love, and go on in your memory. a a a D. Harkins Your loving family
Our appreciation goes out to the staff and residents at the Thompson Center who cared for Norma with grace and professionalism in her ďŹ nal months. Corrie and Chris were especially helpful at the end.
Gordon (Gwada) William Scurvey’s family Charmaine Thom, Calvin Scurvey, Stacey Menard, Sean Dawson and Chantelle Williams (step-daughter). Mother Mary Scurvey, sisters Darlene and Dolly Scurvey. Brothers Johnny, Eddy and George Scurvey. Many nieces, nephews, and uncles Edwin and Sweeney Scurvey would like to express their gratitude to all those who assisted us in our time of grief.
Your help was greatly appreciated. Most notably our coordinator Doronn Fox; M.C. Norma Shorty; pall bearers Richard Nerysoo (honourary), David Skookum, George Skookum, George Bill, Teddy Fairclough, Russel Burns and Benny Jim; Kenny Jackson (dresser); May Bill (head cook); Elsie Charlie and Courtney Kalleck (cook’s helpers); Lawrence Henyu (bull cook) and Louise Skookum (pamphlet). Also special thanks to the Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation and the Kwanlin Dun First Nations. We couldn’t have done it without all these wonderful people’s support and organizations.
Thank you very much!
A time of memorial will be held for Norma at Riverdale Baptist Church, 15 Duke Road on Friday, January 9 at 3pm.
Rene Leduc Died December 13, 2014, age 80, in Whitehorse, after a long illness. A long time Yukoner, Rene was a bush pilot and aviation entrepreneur, and spent decades ying in the north. He had a ight school and later founded Yukon Airways Ltd. in Whitehorse and Dease Lake, BC. A gathering of friends to commemorate his life will be held at the Yukon Transportation Museum, on Wed, Jan. 14 from 2-4 pm. An open mike will be available to share memories, stories and tall tales.
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1985 FORD truck, dually in rear, new tires, manual, ideal wood truck, $6,000. 333-5247 1971 TOYOTA FJ40, winch, spare parts. 78 Toyota auto, 81 Toyota utility van, needs clutch. 82 Toyota 4x4 p/u, 85 GMC 1-ton 4X4, steel flatdeck. 250-651-7773 1970 FORD Bronco, 1978 IHC Scout, 1965 Landrover, misc 4X4 frames & parts. 250-651-7773
Auto Parts & Accessories TRUCK CANOPIES - in stock * new Dodge long/short box * new GM long/short box * new Ford long/short box Hi-Rise & Cab Hi - several in stock View at centennialmotors.com 393-8100
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5 BRAND new Goodyear 245/75-17� 10ply mud/snow tires, $420 cost each, complete set of 5 for $1,500 obo, will not fit my truck. Call 332-1374
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LOST t Granger, neutered male, DMH, brown tabby with white patch under chin, no collar, answers to Moo, Contact Kim @ 336-1416 t Alsek, Riverdale area, female siamese, very petite, answers to Rachel. Black paw, black face. Very skittish. Please contact Richard @689-2535 (16/12/14) t Alaska HWY, 7 yrs old, female spayed, Karelian beardogX, black and white, wearing a blue collar no tags, answers to Tawnie, Contact Dayle @ 332-0997 ( 19/12/14)
t Porter Creek school, miyah, light tan, white paws, little bit of white on nose, very friendly, no collar Contact Clayton @ 335-9781 (20/12/14) t Takhini, 2 year old,small female dog, black and white, no collar, answers to Missy, Contact Gabriella @ 334-0316 (03/01/15)
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t 7 yr old, female spayed, rottie X, brindle (Daphne) t 5 yr old, female, border collie, brown, ( Annie) t 3 yr old, neutered male,Argintino Dogo, white, ( Kale) t 3 yr old, neutered male, GSD/Rottie, black and brown (Tristan)
t 11 yr old,DSH, male neutered, black (Mingus) t 11 yr old, DLH female spayed, yellow and grey ( Kizzie)
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2010 NISSAN X-trail, black, 67,000 km, vg shape, call or text 867-689-1279 2009 PONTIAC Montana minivan, auto, FWD, 50,000km, vg cond, good rubber, clean. 667-4463 2008 TOYOTA Tundra, 99,000km, extended warranty, remote start, air gags, and belly bars, great tires, regularly serviced at dealership, have records. 335-1713 or kmarchuk@hotmail.com
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t 8 yr old, female spayed, DSH, black, ( Forest) t 2 yr old, female, DMH,black and white, ( Mika) t 6 yr old, DMH, female spayed, brown tabby, ( Judy ) t 9 week old, DSH, male black, ( Jake) t 9 week old, DSH, male, black and white, ( Cubby)
Motorcycles & Snowmobiles 2003 ARCTIC Cat 900 Mountain Cat snow machine, powerful & fast, 151� track, 450 kms, exc cond, reduced to $3,500. 333-9020 RONʟS SMALL ENGINE SERVICES Repairs to Snowmobiles, Chainsaws, Lawnmowers, ATVʟs, Small industrial equipment. Light welding repairs available 867-332-2333 lv msg TAITʟS 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 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
SPECIAL t Homes needed for retired sled dogs. They would make excellent pets. Please contact 668-3647 or kennelmanager@muktuk.com If your lost animal has been inadvertently left off the pet report or for more info on any of these animals, call 633-6019 or stop by 126 Tlingit Street.
Pets will be posted on the Pet Report for two weeks. Please let us know after that time if you need them re-posted.
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2009 SKI-DOO Summit 800 154" track, 1800 miles, C&A skis, ceramic coated can, includes extra a arms, Ski-doo cover, great shape, $6,500 obo. 333-0484 2010 SKANDIC SWT v800, 9400 km, $6000 obo. 335-6966 2009 YAMAHA Venture MP 4-stroke, exc cond, rear seat, cargo box, block heater, extra-wide skis, spare carbide runners, scratchers, belts, mirrors, Yamaha cover, $6,000. Mike 333-6392
1995 ARCTIC Cat 580 snowmobile, new windshield & clutch, runs great, $1,700 obo. 689-9715
Marine PROFESSIONAL BOAT REPAIR Fiberglass Supplies Marine Accessories FAR NORTH FIBERGLASS 49D MacDonald Rd Whitehorse, Yukon 393-2467 22Ęź CARVER, glass hull, teak/mahoghany woodwork, 260hp Alpha I Mercruiser inboard, 9.9 4-stroke longshaft Suzuki kicker, trailer, $6,500; 125 Merc outboard w/jet leg, $800; 115 Johnson outboard, $600. 250-651-7773
Heavy Equipment LT 40 Woodmizer band saw, just over 300 hrs, includes 4 boxes blades, auto sharpener, setter, new 24' extension , cuts 45' log, located in Telegraph Cr, $22,000. Wes 250-235-3333 3 8V71 Detroit engines w/pump drives & hydraulic pumps, $1,800 ea; Fiat Allis 945 loader & Euclid rock truck parts, assorted loader & truck tires. 250-651-7773
Aircraft
2000 EXPEDITION 4x4, grey, needs steering box installed and some front end work, have the steering box, runs great, needs tires, $1,500 obo. 335-1088
1974 BELLANCA Scout on wheels, Lycoming Engine TSO 470, Mcauley Prop TSN:109.7, skis, float fittings. Reduced price $50,000. Email Justin at rogers@northwestel.net or call 667-7573
1999 TOYOTA 4Runner Limited, extremely clean, well maintained, 176,500 kms, $9,800. 335-3747
Campers & Trailers HEAVY DUTY 3/4 ton utility truck box trailer made from Chevy truck box, blue & white, no rust, 16� wheels, $750 obo. 334-4568 12 X 14 wall tent, 2 windows, c/w fly and frame, $800. 333-5247
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2006 SNOWMOBILE Trailtech trailer w/ramp GVW 2998 lbs, gd shape, $2,200. 668-4291
1986 CJ-7 Jeep Special Edition, comes factory with all options. Lots of extra new parts. Everything works even the window wash pump. Amazing shape, $3,200 obo. 660-4070
t 4 yr old, neutered male, Pit bull terrier X, brindle ( Tux)
2009 SKI-DOO Tundra, ROTAX 300, yellow, great cond, very low mileage, c/w Pelican utility tow bogan, $5,500 obo. 336-0105
Pets
1995 GMC Safari AWD, new brakes front and rear, tune up, injectors done, $500. 334-5408
AT THE SHELTER t 4 yr old, neutered male, beagleX, brown and black and white ( Dexter) t 4 yr old, neutered male, huskyX, white, ( Marcus) t 14 weeks old, male, blue heeler X, black and blue, ( Joseph) t 2 yr old, female, labx , black and white, ( Prancer) t 6 months old, female, jack russell terrier, white and brown, ( Ivy)
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2010 FORD Escape, red, lots of extras, 89,000kms, exc cond, great SUV, 3-yr extended warranty incl, $14,700. 867-536-2227
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2013 BEARCAT snowmobile long track, $7,200 obo. 633-4115 or 334-0254
2009 M8 162 Arctic Cat, exc cond, c/w toe hitch, handwarmers, can, windshield bag. Serviced last spring, 2000 kms, $6,000. 867-994-2204
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18' RAINBOW equipment hauler, 14,000lb gvrw, tandem 7,000lb axles, fold-down ramps, sidewinder jack, new in 2014, $5,900 obo. 668-5882 YAMAHA 3000 watt inverter generator, electric start & 30 amp plug, very quiet, $2,700 new, asking $1200 firm. 393-4403
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Coming Events PADDLERS ABREAST Open House/AGM and General Meeting Jan 15th, Whitehorse Public Library. Breast cancer survivors interested in paddling in the YRQ or recreational paddling are encouraged to attend. www.paddlersabreast.org
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2015 ATLIN GUEST HOUSE Deluxe Lakeview Suites Sauna, Hot Tub, BBQ, Internet, Satellite TV Kayak Rentals In House Art Gallery 1-800-651-8882 Email: atlinart@yahoo.ca www.atlinguesthouse.com ATLIN - GLACIER VIEW CABINS “your quiet get awayâ€? 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 AL-ANON MEETINGS, 667-7142. Has your life been affected by someoneĘźs drinking? Wednesday 12Noon @ Anglican Church, 4th & Elliott, back door, Friday 7pm Lutheran Church, 4th & Strickland, beginnerĘźs meeting, Friday 8pm Lutheran Church regular meeting AGM/YUKON SCHUTZHUND Association, Sunday, January 25, 2015, 10am-12Noon, Whitehorse Public Library. Dog enthusiasts welcome. DEADLINE FOR breast cancer survivors wishing to paddle on the Paddlers Abreast 2015 Yukon River Quest team is Jan 31, 2015. www.paddlersabreast.org for more information and application form. HOSPICE YUKON: Free, confidential services offering compassionate support to all those facing advanced illness, death and bereavement. Visit our lending library @ 409 Jarvis, M-F 11:30-3PM. 667-7429, www.hospiceyukon.net YUKON SUMMER Music Camp AGM, January 9, 2015, 6:30pm at Well Read Books. Snacks, refreshments, music camp talk, join our board, become a friend of YMCS. See you there FREE DROP-IN computer lab, self-directed computer studies, Mondays from 12pm-2pm, tutor/instructor on site to assist, Yukon Learn Society 2158 - 2nd Ave. Suite B YUKON ORIENTEERING Association Annual General Meeting at 7:00 pm on January 28, 2015 at Sport Yukon building. AGM is open to all members YUKON ARTS Centre, January 29, 2015, 7-9pm, North of Myth Poetry Night featuring Erling Friis-Baastad, Joanna Lilley, Michael Eden Reynolds and Clea Roberts with host Ellen Bielawski. Free YUKON ARTS Centre Public Art Gallery, January 10, 2015, 1-3pm, North of Myth Artist Talk featuring Joyce Majiski & Karen Power, presentation on Arctic Circle artist residency and a walkthrough. Free YUKON LIBERAL Party AGM, January 10, 2015, MacBride Museum, 10:00am. This is formal notice of the meeting and that there will be constitutional motions. Visit ylp.ca for more info WHITEHORSE COMMUNITY Choir and Neptunes registration, Jan 12th and 19th, beginning at 6:00 pm, Whitehorse United Church. Persephone and Chamber Choir registration, Jan 14th and 21st, Whitehorse Baptist Church THE MEANING of Life, Documentary on alternative prison system in BC, Whitehorse Library, Tuesday Jan. 13, 6:30pm-8:45 pm. Introduction by Marian Horne. Sponsored by SOS and YCLC. Information call 667-2037 CONGRATULATIONS! Planning a 2015 Wedding? Contact Glenn King, Yukon Marriage Commissioner to perform your ceremony. Experience with: Vows, Timelines, Processions, Elopement, Outside, Simple home, Formal Events. herbeeking@hotmail.com 867-456-4109 or 204-880-7245 PORTER CREEK Community Association meeting Monday, January 12th, 5:15 pm, Guild Hall, all welcome, come show your support. 633-4829 for info AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL Writing Circle meeting Tuesday, January 27 from 7:00pm 9:00pm at Whitehorse United Church (upstairs). Writing letters to support human rights worldwide. www.amnesty.org SECOND OPINION Society General Membership Meeting, Jan. 10, 1pm-4pm, Many Rivers Boardroom, Hawkins & 4th, to review, evaluate and revise the Mission, Vision, Values Statement. Information call 667-2037 SWING DANCE lessons with Erica & Bruce, January 14 to February 18, 2015, at Leaping Feats, 7:45pm to 9:15pm. 6 classes, $120. To register or for info email Erica@northwestel.net or 668-3408 TESOL YUKON dissolution meeting. All former members and interested parties are welcome, Monday, January 19 @ 7:30pm, Whitehorse Public Library. For more information: ML @660-4053
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YUKON NEWS YRTA (YUKON Retired Teachers) Breakfast Tuesday Jan. 13, 9:30am, Ricky's. All welcome! Info: 667-2644
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
DEVELOPMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGY
PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES STANDING OFFER AGREEMENT ADULT ASSESSMENT CLINIC (FASD)
Interested parties are invited to submit expressions of interest relating to The development and overseeing the implementation of an internal communications strategy for the Community Justice and Public Safety Division of the Department of Justice. Written submissions clearly marked with the above project title, will be received up to January 22, 2015, at Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 0M2. Technical questions may be directed to Karl Stellbrink at (867) 456-6814. The responses will not be ranked or used to pre-qualify or assess the respondent’s ability to provide goods or services. Interested parties may obtain the information package from www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html or by contacting the Procurement Support Centre.
Project Description: The Department of Health and Social Services requires one or more psychologists to participate in a multi-disciplinary team to assess and diagnose adults suspected of being affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is January 29, 2015. 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 Jan Langford at (867) 667-3674. The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted. View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html
Justice
Health and Social Services
LAND LOTTERY Whitehorse Copper Subdivision Whitehorse Energy, Mines and Resources, Land Management Branch is holding a land lottery for 4 country residential lots in the Whitehorse Copper subdivision in the City of Whitehorse. The lots being offered are Lot 30 on LTO Plan number 2008-0094 and Lots 61-1, 61-2 and 61-3 on LTO Plan number 2014-0014. Information packages and application forms will be available after 2:00 p.m. local time, on December 17, 2014. Land Management Branch 3rd Floor, Suite 320 Elijah Smith Building 300 Main Street Whitehorse, Yukon Or online at: www.emr.gov.yk.ca/lands/upcoming lotteries tender.html Lottery Deadline: Lottery applications must be received before 4:30 p.m. local time, Monday, January 19, 2015. Lottery Draw: The lottery will take place in Whitehorse at 1:00 p.m. local time, Wednesday, January 21, 2015 in room 1A, 0DLQ ÀRRU (OLMDK 6PLWK %XLOGLQJ 0DLQ 6WUHHW Applicants and the general public are welcome to attend the draw. $OO VXFFHVVIXO DSSOLFDQWV ZLOO EH QRWL¿HG WKH QH[W GD\ For more information contact the Land Management Branch at (867) 667-5215 or Toll-free 1-800-661-0408 local 5215, or visit online at: www.emr.gov.yk.ca/lands
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Northern Cultural Expressions Society is building its Volunteer-base of Instructors for 2015. We have limited funding.
We are seeking Expression of Interest for traditional sewers, crafters, beaders to help deliver programming for the winter.
Please submit your resume and photos, if available.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Northern Cultural Expressions Society is seeking Expression of Interest from Contractors able to deliver CDF proposal to help build organizational governance model. The successful contractor will also review and strengthen existing policies and procedures.
Contractors able to deliver CDF proposal to help build organizational governance model
Interested persons will have a strong understanding of First Nations Heritage and Culture. They will be working with youth at-risk so must be able to provide a Criminal Records Check. Please contact Jackie at 633-4186 or email: ed@northernculture.org
Please contact Jackie at 633-4186 or email ed@northernculture.org and provide CV before January 14, 2015.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
The Yukon Outfitters Association is accepting proposals to develop a
STRATEGIC MARKETING AND PROMOTION PLAN FOR MEMBERSHIP COMMUNICATION, PUBLIC AWARENESS AND EDUCATION. Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is January 30th, 2015. Please refer to the complete document package for closing time and location. Complete document package may be obtained by contacting the Yukon Outfitters Association, Executive Director, Darren Parsons, by phone (867) 6684118 or email info@yukonoutfitters.net. The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.
Call for Proposals-2 Year Projects Homelessness Partnering Strategy: Designated, Aboriginal and Rural and Remote funding streams April 1, 2015 – March 31, 2017 Closing Date: February 13, 2015– 4:00 pm
HPS Background: The Homelessness Partnering Strategy (HPS) aims to prevent and end homelessness across Canada. It does so by developing partnerships that contribute to a sustainable and wide range of supports to help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness move towards self-suf iciency through three separate funding streams. 1. Designated Funding Stream (Whitehorse only): Designated funds are targeted to local priorities identi ied in the 2014-2019 Community Plan, and must be cost-matched (directly or in-kind) by other funding partners. Proposals will be assessed according to whether the projects are meeting or working towards the HPS Community Plan priorities, which are as follows: 1. To reduce homelessness through a Housing First approach. 2. To improve the self-suf iciency of homeless individuals/families and those at imminent risk of homelessness through individualized services. 3. To preserve/increase the capacity of facilities used to address the needs of people who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. 2. Aboriginal Funding Stream (Whitehorse only): This stream funds projects delivered primarily by Aboriginal service providers and is also guided by the 2014-2019 Community Plan priorities outlined above. It includes activities that promote inclusion within the Aboriginal community and that are congruent with Aboriginal identity and practices to ensure services are integrated and culturally-appropriate. 3. Rural and Remote Funding Stream (Rural communities only): Projects that address prevention and reduction of homelessness in communities outside of Whitehorse are eligible for funding. This funding stream does not require funding from other sources, although partnerships are strongly encouraged. In order to receive an application package including the Proposal Guide please contact: Candice Menzi, Homelessness Partnering Strategy Coordinator Council of Yukon First Nations – HPS Community Entity 2166-2nd Avenue, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 4P1 Phone: (867) 393-9222 E-mail: Candice.Menzi@cyfn.net
YUKON NEWS
FAMILY LITERACY Day 2015 - Sunday January 25th 12:30-4pm. Canada Games Centre. Storytelling, Snacks, and Activities. Free Family Fun! Free Skate: 12:30-2pm. Info: 668-6535
EXHIBITION: LABORATOIRE dʼhiver January 9-31, Arts Underground. Cécile Girard, ioleda, Joe la Jolie et Karen Éloquin-Arseneau unveil works created during the winter season. afy.yk.ca
DOWNTOWN URBAN Gardeners 6pm-7pm annual potluck dinner, 7pm-8pm AGM and some early community garden planning, Wednesday, January 14, 504 Cook. Info rdlamb@northwestel.net
SALSA YUKON Latin Dance Classes, Intermediate Rueda de Casino starting January 15th, Beginner Salsa and Intermediate Salsa with hint of Bachata starting January 16th. salsayukon@gmail.com for info
COFFEE HOUSE, Saturday Feb. 7, featuring Stewart Ely + the Open Stage. Help set up 6pm + open stage sign-up, show at 7:30pm, $5, United Church bsmt, 6th + Main, 633-4255
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS will be holding a meeting on Jan. 19th at 6:30 at Second Opinion Society 304 Hawkins St. Contact Kim Tucker 336-1416
WHITEHORSE G E N E R A L Hospital Women's Auxiliary, Monday Jan. 12, 7:30pm, WGH. New members welcome! Info: 667-7185 BIRDING MEET & greet, potluck, presentation & talk about special birds, Wednesday Jan. 15, Hellaby Hall, corner of Fourth and Elliot, 6-9 p.m. Hosted by the Yukon Bird Club, all welcome HABITAT FOR Humanity Yukon information sessions for duplex ownership opportunity, Whitehorse Public Library, Jan. 17@ 10:30am & Jan. 19 @ 6pm. Attendance at one session required to pick-up application. YUKON YOUNG Farmers AGM. Saturday January 31st, 11am-2pm @ Whse Public Library. Elections, new strategic plan, compost presentation. Info: neelytamara@yahoo.ca LITTLE FOOTPRINTS Big Steps International Development Organization AGM Jan 22, 6:00 pm Library Meeting Room.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL DAY CARE PROGRAM FOR ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL/ COGNITIVE DISABILITIES Project Description: The Department of Health and Social Services is accepting proposals for a program design narrative for the operation of a day care program for clients with developmental/cognitive disabilities. Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is January 15, 2015. 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 Lise May at (867) 667-3626. The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted. View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html
Health and Social Services
SUNDAY JANUARY 11, 2015, Membership Open House, Swap Meet and General Meeting, 10am-4pm, Whitehorse Rifle & Pistol Club Mile 3.2 Grey Mountain Rd. CANADIAN FIREARMS Safety Course, PAL, non-restricted, Sat & Sun January 24 & 25, 8:30am-4:30pm, cost $120. Whitehorse Rifle & Pistol Club, Mile 3.2 Grey Mountain Rd. Call 633-6202 to register. ACTIVE TRAILS Whitehorse Association monthly meeting Tuesday, January 13, Sport Yukon Boardroom #1, 7pm. Topics, Rotary Centennial (Pedestrian) bridge and WTGC. All welcome. F.H. COLLINS School Council regular meeting at 6:30pm, Wednesday, January 14, 2015, Fine Dining Room at the school. Everyone welcome HABITAT-FOR-HUMANITY YUKON monthly board meeting, 7-9pm, Tuesday, Jan 13 at Waterfront Station. All are welcome. Building homes and building hope since 2004. 456-4349 WHITEHORSE CONCERTS presents the lyrical Ashu Duo, comprising saxophone and piano, at The Yukon Arts Centre on Saturday, January 17. Concert begins at 8. Info: steve@whitehorseconcerts.com
PORTER CREEK Secondary School Council is holding its Regular Council Meeting on January 14 at 6:30 PM in the School Library. Everyone is welcome. YUKON SUMMER Music Camp AGM invitation, Friday Jan 9, 6:30-7pm, Well Read Books. Snacks, beverages and fun plans. All welcome.
Services BUSY BEAVERS Painting, Pruning Hauling, Chainsaw Work, Snow Shovelling and General Labour Call Francois & Katherine 456-4755 LOG CABINS: Professional Scribe Fit log buildings at affordable rates. Contact: PF Watson, Box 40187, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 6M9 668-3632 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 IBEX BOBCAT SERVICES “Country Residential Snow Plowing” 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 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
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
PUBLIC TENDER
REGULATORY SUBMISSIONS ASSISTANCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE
CHAMPAGNE SOLID WASTE FACILITY MAINTENANCE
Project Description: Standing Offer Agreement for Community Services for Regulatory Submissions Assistance and Environmental Services Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is February 5, 2015. 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 Nick Rodger at (867) 667-5194. The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted.
Community Services
Project Description: To provide maintenance services at the Champagne Solid Waste Facility Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is January 30, 2015. 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 Darrin Fredrickson at (867) 667-5195. The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted. View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html
Community Services
Yukon Water Board – Application Notice Office des eaux du Yukon – Avis de demande Application Number Numéro de la demande
Applicant/Licensee Demandeur/Titulaire
PM14-037 Mel Zeiler Renewal of PM05-473 PM14-047 David McBurney Renewal of PM04-412
Water Source Location Point d’eau/Lieu
Type of Undertaking Type d’entreprise
Deadline for Comments 4:00pm Date limite pour commentaires, avant 16 h
Duncan Creek, Williams Creek, and Tributary
Placer
February 2, 2015
Any person may submit comments or recommendations, in writing, by the deadline for notice. Applications are available for viewing on the Yukon Water Board’s online registry, WATERLINE at http://www.yukonwaterboard.ca or in person at the Yukon Water Board office. For more information, contact the Yukon Water Board Secretariat at 867-456-3980.
Indian River
Placer
February 2, 2015
Toute personne peut soumettre ses commentaires ou ses recommandations à l’Office avant la date limite indiquée sur le présent avis. Pour voir les demandes, consultez le registre en ligne WATERLINE au http://www.yukonwaterboard.ca ou rendez-vous au bureau de l’Office des eaux du Yukon. Pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez communiquer avec le secrétariat de l’Office au 867-456-3980.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2015 ELECTRICIAN •Licensed •Residential & Commercial •All jobs, large or small •Free Estimates •10% Seniorʼs Discount 332-7879 PASCAL PAINTING CONTRACTOR PASCAL AND REGINE Residential - Commercial Ceilings, Walls Textures, Floors Spray work Small drywall repair Excellent quality workmanship Free estimates pascalreginepainting@northwestel.net 633-6368 THOMAS FINE CARPENTRY • Construction • Renovation • Finishing • Cabinets • Tiling • Flooring • Repairs • Specialty woodwork • Custom kitchens 867-633-3878 or cell 867-332-5531 thomasfinecarpentry@northwestel.net - 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
The Handy Woman HOME REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS %3:8"-- t 8&"5)&3453*11*/( $"31&/53: t #"5)300.4 $ $"3 "3 Affordable, A Af fffo Prompt Service vicee SPECIALIZING IN SMALL JOBS MARILYN ASTON 867 . 333 . 57 5786
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS in Whitehorse
MONDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 8:00 pm New Beginnings Group (OM,NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. TUESDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 7:00 pm Juste Pour Aujourd’hui 4141B - 4th Avenue. 8:00 pm Ugly Duckling Group (CM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. WEDNESDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Maryhouse, 504 Cook St.. 8:00 pm Porter Crk Step Meeting (CM) Our Lady of Victory, 1607 Birch St. 8:00 pm No Puffin (CM,NS) Big Book Study Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. THURSDAY: 12 noon Joy of Living (OM, NS) Grapevine Discussion Maryhouse, 504 Cook St. 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 Women’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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Anonymous MEETINGS: Wednesdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm #2 - 407 Ogilvie St. <BYTE> Fridays 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 4071 - 4th Ave. <Many Rivers>
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS 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
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2015
RED SEAL CARPENTER FOR HIRE •Crestview and Porter Creek area. •All aspects of building and renovation. •Contract or hourly. Phone 335-5310 OLD CATSKINNER Wants to work in 2015. Full-time, part-time, anytime. Anywhere in YT. 867-689-1998 or dougsack@outlook.com "Retirement sucks." COMPUTER NERDS 4 HIRE for Seniors We do house calls. 668-2230 HOUSE CLEANING SERVICE •Low rates. •Great service. •Honest and trustworthy. •Six years experience. Phone (867) 332-8996 SNOW CLEARING/REMOVAL Sidewalks, Driveways, Parking lots, Compounds Private and Commercial Properties Fast and reliable service Aurora Toolcat Services 867-334-8447
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
MATTRESS & box spring for single bed, 42" x 75", bought in 2013 for spare bedroom, mint condition, $225 obo. 667-4910
HAY FOR SALE Dry bales kept under a shelter Great quality, $12/bale. 633-4496 or astra@northwestel.net
MATCHING COUCH & loveseat, c/w cushions, great cond, paid $1,300, asking $750 obo. 689-0463
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
Furniture WOODEN SINGLE bed frame with mattress, $40. 456-7758 4 SOLID wood dining room chairs, darker stain, $125. 336-4168 STAPLES DESK chair, blue, like new, $10. 668-5882 POWER LIFT chair, good cond, hardly used, dark blue stripe, $450 obo. 633-4342
LARGE 6 drawer wood desk with matching 6 drawers, 2 door credenza & 2 large metal filing cabinets, view at 49 Redwood St, Porter Creek. 633-6553
BLINDS, HUNTER Douglas Lightlines, 1� horizontal aluminum, 45 3/8 x 42 3/8, sand colour, hardware & instructions incl, exc cond, $35. 335-3316
Personals ARE YOU MÉTIS? Are you registered? Would you like to be involved? There is a Yukon Metis Nation that needs your support Contact 668-6845
PUBLIC TENDER SLIDE - IN SPREADERS
LOST: WALLET, green with bright trim, on December 15. 633-6313 FOUND: TOYOTA key with Toyota insignia coin & house key, found at end of Main St. 336-1949 LOST DOG, female black & white Border Collie, New YearĘźs Eve in Hidden Valley, please call 633-4898 or 335-7653 if you see her
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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST Expressions of interest are invited for the provision of Adjudicator Services. Inquiries to: Director of Community and Recreation Services, Monday to Friday between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm at (867) 668-8329.
Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is January 28, 2015. 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 David Knight at (867) 667-3114. 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
SNOWBOARD, GNV Park Pickle, 147 width, 2 sets of bindings, $350 obo. 334-6519
Deadline: January 15, 2015 at 4:00 pm.
Highways and Public Works
TEETER BRAND inversion table/vibration cushion, great for chronic back pain, relieves pressure by gently stretching spine, $325. 336-4168 CCM GIRLS figure skate, size 6, $20, Graf hockey skates, size 2.5, $15, CCM Vector hockey helmet/cage, size small, $15. 456-7758 WOMAN'S BURTON snowboard boots, size 7.5, used three times, new condition, were $350, asking $200 obo. 333-0915 TREADMILL, HARDLY used, paid $350, asking $150. 393-4403
Livestock HORSE HAVEN HAY RANCH Dev & Louise Hurlburt Irrigated Timothy/Brome mix Small square & round bales Discounts for field pick up or delivery Straw bales also for sale 335-5192 • 668-7218
Yukon College Tender yukoncollege.yk.ca
RFP2014460 Evaluation Plan – Yukon Research Centre (YRC) – Yukon College Closes: Noon PST, January 15, 2015 The College requires consulting services to prepare an Evaluation Plan for YRC that will be used as a guide for the ongoing evaluation of the Centre. The preferred consultant will have experience in preparing Plans for entities conducting applied research, and those involved in the commercialization of research projects. The Plan is required by March 31, 2015. Complete packages are available by emailing Procurement and Contracts at purchasing@yukoncollege.yk.ca (867-668-8864).
COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS WASTE Project Description: To establish services related to the collection, transportation and proper disposal of hazardous waste materials from various sites throughout the Yukon Territory. Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is January 30, 2015. 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 Darrin Fredrickson at (867) 667-5195. The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted. View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html
Community Services
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The College will be closed from December 24 (noon) and reopening on January 2, 2015.
Builders Lien Act Notice is hereby given that Substantial Completion has been achieved on the project Yukon Hospital Corporation – Whitehorse General Hospital MRI Suite Addition at 5 Hospital Road, Whitehorse, Yukon. The 30 day lien period has commenced as of December 23rd, 2014
Yukon College Tender yukoncollege.yk.ca
www.whitehorse.ca
SKI BOOTS, Salomon SNS Profil 511, blue, size 47, $45. 660-4321 TITANIUM BIKE w/Race Face cranks, meticulously maintained, many new parts including headset, drive train (SRAM X.7Shifters PG970Cassette PC951 Chain), cables & housing, captain tires, front/back brake pads. 336-4168
FRI. 7pm-8:30pm 4071 - 4th Ave Many Rivers Office
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Electronic copies available at: john.mercier@whitehorse.ca
Kakuro:
RFP2014454 Evaluation Plan – Northern Institute of Social Justice (NISJ) – Yukon College
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Sports Equipment
DRUG PROBLEM? Narcotics Anonymous meetings Wed. 7pm-8pm #2 - 407 Ogilvie St. BYTE Office
COUCH SET, 3 pcs, couch, loveseat & rocker, blue, gd cond, $300 obo. 633-4215
IKEA PINE queen size bed frame, excellent condition, $150. 633-2307
Lost & Found
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
PUBLIC TENDER HEATING / VENTILATION UPGRADE CARMACKS NURSES RESIDENCE UNIT #831200 – 149 RIVER ROAD CARMACKS, YUKON Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is January 28, 2015. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location. If documents are available they may be obtained from Yukon Housing Corporation, 410 Jarvis Street, Whitehorse, Yukon. Technical questions may be directed to Chris Gladish at 867-667-3764. Mandatory Site Visit: January 15, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. The highest ranked or lowest priced submission may not necessarily be accepted. View or download documents at: www.gov.yk.ca/tenders/tms.html
Closes: Noon PST, January 15, 2015 The College requires consulting services to prepare an Evaluation Plan for NISJ that will be used as a guide for the ongoing evaluation of the Institute. The Plan is required by March 31, 2015. NISJ was created to deliver training that meets the short-term needs of social justice-related organizations for qualified entry-level staff and to provide accredited education that meets the longer-term needs of social justice-related agencies for senior staff. Complete packages are available by emailing Procurement and Contracts at purchasing@ yukoncollege.yk.ca (867-6688864). The College will be closed from December 24 (noon) and reopening on January 2, 2015.
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