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olice have arrested someone for the murder of 17-yearold Brandie Vittrekwa.

The young offender is scheduled to appear in court today. Whitehorse RCMP are not releasing the suspect’s age or gender.

The Youth Criminal Justice Act prohibits the release of information that could lead to the identification of an accused under the age of 18.

Vittrekwa’s body was discovered on Dec. 8 on a walking trail in the McIntyre subdivision of the Kwanlin Dun First Nation community in Whitehorse.

Not long after her death, police announced they had a suspect. He was arrested on unrelated charges.

It is not clear whether this is the same person who now will face charges related to Vittrekwa’s murder.

Vittrekwa had attended Porter Creek Secondary School.

She was born in Fort McPherson, N.W.T., and spent some time growing up in Old Crow before coming to Whitehorse.

After her death, friends remembered her as a happy, caring and charming teen.

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Mourners hold a candle vigil on Dec. 12 for 17-year-old Brandie Vittrekwa who was found murdered in the McIntyre subdivision last year.

Hundreds of Yukoners attended a memorial service. “The RCMP would like to thank those persons from the public who have contributed to the safety of their community by providing information that has assisted the police with this investigation,� the RCMP said

“It is the Alaska Highway and it is the main throughway for people going up to Porter Creek.�

An RCMP officer had to put The 42-year-old driver the brakes on a car that threatwas arrested and taken to the ened to roll into highway traffic Whitehorse RCMP detachafter pulling over a woman ment. who was later charged with She has been charged with impaired driving. assaulting the arresting ofOn April 26, at 8 p.m., fi cer and assaulting the person Whitehorse RCMP arrested a who was trying to administer woman near Rabbit’s Foot Cana breathalyzer test while at the yon on the Alaska Highway. detachment.

They had received multiple Kerry Nolan, 42, was in phone calls about a driver in a territorial court Monday and red Toyota Tercel crossing the charged with impaired operacentre line. tion of a vehicle, two counts When the officer pulled over of assaulting a police officer, the vehicle and opened the uttering threats, failure/refusal driver’s door, the car began to to provide a breath sample, roll towards the parked police driving while disqualified or car and the road, said Cpl. prohibited and dangerous opNatasha Dunmall. eration of a vehicle.

The officer tried to get the (Ashley Joannou) woman to stop the car, but she didn’t understand what she was More suspicious being asked, Dunmall said.

To prevent a crash, the meat found officer was forced to put on the breaks herself, while the Suspicious meat sent away for woman was still sitting in the testing nearly three weeks ago driver’s seat. was not laced with poison, “It’s not that far fetched police say. when you deal with impaired Meanwhile, police are plandrivers all the time,� Dunmall ning to test more meat found said, “because they kind of outside this weekend, following just don’t realize, ‘my vehicle’s growing public anxiety over moving? What do you mean it’s the poisoning of three dogs in moving?’�

Porter Creek last month.

If the officer hadn’t stopped The tested meat was disthe car, there could have been a covered in front of homes in the same neighbourhood. But crash, she said.

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in a news release this morning. “Police continue to urge anyone who has information regarding this incident, or any other crime, to contact the Whitehorse RCMP as soon as possible at (867) 667-5555.�

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lab results found no signs of poison. The poisoned dogs had consumed strychnine, a fastacting toxin found in rodent poison.

It was standing-room-only at a community meeting in Porter Creek on Monday, where representatives from the RCMP, Whitehorse bylaw, a veterinarian and a local animal advocacy group answered questions and tried to dispel rumours about what has been going on.

Trigger, a German shepherdhusky cross, survived strychnine poisoning in late March.

Two Welsh corgis who lived on the same street died from consuming the same poison two weeks earlier.

The latest scare was prompted by the discovery of what looks like ground meat on rocks along the paved trail in the Takhini North subdivision on Saturday night.

RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Natasha Dunmall confirmed that meat was collected, and investigators are requesting to send it away to an RCMP lab.

One dog owner told police their pet ate some of the meat but did not get sick.

Strychnine affects the nervous system. It causes uncontrollable firing of the nerves and seizures. If not treated, it affects the respiratory muscles and is deadly.

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City council shoots down outdoor sports complex ‘Fire me,’ says veteran councillor as he storms out of meeting following vote Myles Dolphin News Reporter

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Whitehorse city councillor Dave Stockdale, seen in this 2012 photo, was asked to leave council chambers after he angrily shouted at the mayor following the defeat of plans to build a new outdoor sports complex in Whistle Bend.

a 2,000-square-foot multi-purpose building and courts for various user groups.

But ultimately, that wasn’t enough to sway a majority of council members to green light the zoning amendment.

Coun. Gladish said he was still concerned about rushing the project through and felt it was unrealistic for the sports complex association to administer the facility without an office building.

Coun. Streicker, who said that today’s smartphones and tablets would make it easy to manage the bookings for the fields and track, felt confident the association would work with the city to iron out those kinds of details.

“And if we pass something here and get to the design phase I’m sure these groups will invite us to sit down with them and hear our concerns about how it gets developed,” he said.

Tony Gaw, president of the Yukon Outdoor Sports Complex As-

sociation, said he was disappointed with the decision.

“There was nothing said (at the meeting) from the three ‘nay’ votes that made a lot of sense,” he said.

“A lot of things that were said weren’t true,” he added, without elaborating.

“It’s probably best that I just wait and give the board an opportunity to have their say on this.”

Gaw said he had his doubts during the meeting about the outcome of the vote. Although the zoning amendment was defeated, it doesn’t mean the project is dead, he added.

In an interview yesterday, Dixon said it was a “rainy, snowy day for sports fans in Whitehorse,” and also expressed his disappointment with the decision.

He said he was surprised by Curtis’s vote, considering the two had met as recently as last Friday to talk about the amended application.

“I don’t know how much clearer I could have made it,” he said.

“I committed to them verbally,

at meetings and in writing, that the facility would be on Yukon government land, we’d pay for the construction and own it. It would be leased to YOSCA and we weren’t looking for a dime from the city.”

Dixon said the decision means the territory’s soccer players will be missing out on a key piece of infrastructure that is sorely needed.

If the territory finds another suitable location for the sports complex, it’ll have to go through the same zoning process all over again, setting the project back a few more years, he added.

“I feel terrible for the grassroots groups of sports organizations that came together to address the gap in Yukon’s recreational infrastructure and had their proposal shot down by a mayor and council without any real adequate explanation as to why.”

Gladish also faulted the government for allowing the city’s 14 existing soccer fields to deteriorate over the years.

He asked his peers whether that same government could maintain two turf fields year after year. “So far they haven’t had a good track record,” he said.

It’s one of the arguments that ultimately swayed Curtis, who was still on the fence until the very end of Monday’s meeting, he said.

By voting in favour of the amendment but against the bylaw, he was sending a message that he supports the project, just not right now, he added.

“I think two fields and a track would be amicable, when the time is right,” he said.

“The presentation that was given to us at the council meeting by the Yukon government wasn’t very well done. For the extended care unit, it was stellar, very respectful, full of accuracies and assurances.

“I felt a lot of uncertainty with this one. I have to do what I think is best for the citizens of Whitehorse.”

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hitehorse city councillor Dave Stockdale burst into expletives and was kicked out of council chambers on Monday night following a vote that denied the territorial government permission to build an outdoor sports complex in Whistle Bend.

He was one of three council members to vote in favour of the project, along with John Streicker and Jocelyn Curteanu.

But Mike Gladish, Betty Irwin and Mayor Dan Curtis, who was sick and participating by phone, voted against the zoning amendment, resulting in a 3-3 tie that defeated the bylaw.

“Your worship, for crying out loud … you voted for the amendment, so why didn’t you vote for the amended motion?” Stockdale yelled at Curtis, who remained silent.

Deputy Mayor Gladish called Stockdale out of order and warned him that he would be removed if his outburst continued.

But that only spurred Stockdale on.

“I don’t give a shit,” he replied.

“Fire me or do whatever you want.”

“I’d like to call a point of order and have Coun. Stockdale removed,” said Gladish. Stockdale then got up and left voluntarily.

After the meeting, Stockdale said he planned on speaking to the mayor this week and may bring the issue back to the table at a future council meeting.

“I’ve only talked to one other person that might support that motion,” he said. “I’m still thinking about it.”

Before the vote, council had spent an hour debating the merits of a scaled down version of the project, which was reduced to two artificial turf fields and a rubberized track on four hectares of land.

At a council and senior management meeting last week, council directed city administration to ask the Yukon government if it would consider amending its original application, which was for 7.17 hectares.

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The off-road vehicle (ORV) regulations are being developed in response to a recommendation brought forward by the Select Committee on the safe operation and use of off-road vehicles. The recommendation highlights the need for effective regulation and enforcement to protect the environment from damage caused by ORVs. Deadline for comments will be June 22, 2015.

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Yukon medevac plane is being retrofitted to handle the territory’s bariatric patients.

The number of patients over 350 pounds who need to be airlifted has gone up, says the territory’s EMS director.

Jeff Simons said his department handled only one trip in 2008 for patients who weighted more than 350 pounds or had a diameter of more than 24 inches.

That number jumped to three trips in 2010.

So far in 2015 they’ve made nine trips.

“We are noticing an increase in that type of service and we are trying to stay ahead of it and provide that service for Yukon residents,” he said.

The weight of a bariatric patient can make it difficult to lift them into the plane and their size can be too big for the door. An adapted King Air 350 will allow the heavy lifting to be done with an electronic piston system. The door will also be made wider.

While staff are very careful, manual lifting could be a work-

place health and safety issue, Simons said.

“As we’re getting the patients that are either too heavy for the equipment or too large for the door, that does put the people lifting at added risk and that’s part of why we’ve been pursuing this solution.”

Alkan Air, which has the contract to run medevac flights, is paying for most of the work, about $400,000 worth. The Yukon government spent about $30,000 to buy the actual equipment and the Department of Health and Social Services has agreed to pay an extra stipend to Alkan any time the plane is used.

The new plane should be up and flying once everyone involved is trained, Simons said. That’s expected to be by June.

Right now, when bariatric patients that need to be flown from the communities to Whitehorse, Alkan will help EMS find a plane that can fit the patient.

These planes don’t have oxygen or other equipment already set up in the back.

“We’ll take an aircraft that has a suitably sized door, that we can get the person through and that

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he Yukon Hospital Corporation and about 250 of its unionized workers have reached a tentative new contract.

The possible three-year deal was announced Friday.

Both sides are recommending that the deal be ratified. No details are being released until that happens.

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The hospitals’ board of trustees is scheduled to meet on April 29 to ratify the deal. A similar meeting for union members will happen sometime after that. No date has been set.

“The tentative deal achieved today came about through cooperation and mutual respect,” YEU president Steve Geick said in a statement.

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Their four-year contract ran out at the end of last August.

If approved, the new three-year agreement would be in effect from September 1, 2014 to August 31, 2017.

At the beginning of this month members voted to strike if necessary after talks broke down.

“We are pleased that we were able to successfully conclude negotiations and avoid the potential for any disruption to patient care,” the corporation’s CEO Jason Bilsky said in a statement.

“We recognize the hard work by both bargaining teams and thank them for their efforts to reach agreement.”

The key issue was pensions, the union has said. Employees want more of a say in how pensions are managed.

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we can anchor our stretcher to, so it has to have some sort of mount on the floor,” Simons said.

“Then we use all the same equipment. Except, because there’s no equipment already in that aircraft, what we have to do is bring along portable equipment.

Extra batteries, extra oxygen tanks.”

If a bariatric patient in Whitehorse needs to be flown outside, the territory pays a different company to come with a specialized plane.

The setup used for flights within the territory is usually not good enough for longer flights out, Simons said.

“So what we would do is, we would use the best tool for the job, which would mean we would call and out-of-territory team from usually Alberta or B.C. to come up and pick up a patient.”

According to the Health Department, those flights can cost approximately $30,000.

“What it’s going to do for us now is, we’ll have the solution for both the in-territory and the out of territory (flights),” Simons said.

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NDP renews calls for lobbying rules Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter

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he Yukon government’s lack of transparency about who it is being lobbied by has led to a “perception that access to government is for sale,” NDP Opposition Leader Liz Hanson said in the legislature this week.

“Mining companies and oil and gas companies, largely from Outside, make up a large percentage of donors to the Yukon Party’s war chest,” she said on Monday.

“I am not suggesting there is anything unlawful going on. Yukon’s rules, or lack of rules, allow this. Yukon Zinc, the owners of Wolverine mine, has every right to contribute to the Yukon Party, and they have given $9,100 since 2006, including $600 last year.

Again, there is nothing unlawful with this, but Yukoners can’t be blamed for wondering about the benefits of donating.”

The NDP has been pushing for lobbying legislation for years.

Last year the party tabled draft legislation that would require anyone paid to lobby the government as part of their work to register and publicly record all lobbying activity. It would not apply to non-profits, unless they represent industry, management, unions or professional groups.

The government has no interest in this sort of legislation, Premier Darrell Pasloski said on Monday.

“The reality is that we don’t solve problems, or perceived problems, with legislation and regulation, because we know that is what the NDP do. They think they can regulate and legislate and that solves all the problems.

Quite honestly, Mr. Speaker, we are not here to implement the NDP’s platform from 2011,” said Pasloski.

Yukon economy continued its decline in 2014 Yukon’s gross domestic product fell in 2014 for the second year in a row, according to new data from Statistics Canada.

Last year the economy shrunk 1.2 per cent, after a 0.7 per cent

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NDP Opposition Leader Liz Hanson has called for more government transparency when it comes to lobbying and donations to political parties.

“The reality as well is that I do believe that this is important legislation in larger jurisdictions where it is very, very difficult to have access to the government and access to ministers. All you have to do here in Yukon is go to the grocery store.”

Government house leader Darius Elias took strong objection to Hanson’s assertion that there is a perception that government is for sale.

“I have a real problem with this question because it is casting aspersions and attacks on the reputation of the members on this side of the House,” he said, visibly agitated.

Opposition house leader Jan Stick disagreed.

“The house leader is using these points of order to dodge questions from the opposition,” she said. “This question directly relates to the government’s ability

to do its job. It does not imply motives. We are simply asking the premier to be accountable and open.”

Speaker David Laxton took the government’s side.

“The implication is that the members opposite are not honourable and that they can be bought is unparliamentary, and I take great exception to it,” he said.

The following day, Laxton clarified his ruling further.

“The phrases ‘access to government is for sale’ and ‘ethical lassitude,’ which the leader of the Official Opposition used yesterday, are disorderly. Saying that these charges represent perceptions held by others is procedurally irrelevant. The member is responsible for having used those phrases in the House. In other words: you say it, you own it.”

fall in 2013.

The only jurisdiction that did worse in 2014 was Newfoundland, with a 2.9 per cent drop.

In 2013 Yukon’s change in GDP was the worst in the country.

Last year Yukon’s mining, quarrying and oil and gas industries fell 7.3 per cent, and

construction declined 5.8 per cent.

Liberal Leader Sandy Silver said the Yukon Party should take some of the blame for the recession.

“The Yukon Party loves to take credit when times are good and we’ll see if they are willing to take any responsibility

for these latest numbers,” he said. “Yukoners will recall the 2014 Yukon economic forecast, announced in September 2013, predicted growth of 8.8 per cent for 2014.”

Conflict with First Nations over resource development and proposed amendments to Yukon’s environmental assess-

ment rules have exacerbated the slow down, said Silver.

“With a forecast of more litigation on the horizon, I doubt that a rebound will happen in 2015. The Yukon Party needs to take leadership on our slowing economy, and stop publishing unrealistic economic forecasts.”

(Jacqueline Ronson)

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he Yukon News took home 11 awards, including three first-place prizes, at the BC & Yukon Community Newspaper Association’s Ma Murray Awards on Saturday.

Ashley Joannou won best feature series for her writing on Whitehorse Correctional Centre’s treatment of mentally ill inmates.

“She negotiates the somewhat Kafkaesque nature of this story, skillfully untangling its bureaucratic nature for the reader while weaving in the stories of those affected,” the judge wrote. “A great read.”

Keith Halliday won the top award for best column. “Keith Halliday’s cleverly woven mix of seriousness and humour work to great effect in creating insight and providing perspective,” the judge wrote. “His strong, clear writing allows readers to easily relate to the matters he explores.”

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single mother, to accompany an article about the challenges two young mothers faced giving up alcohol. “Outstanding use of skill and black-and-white format to tell the young mother’s story,” the judge wrote. “Great use of light, camera perspective and lens selection.”

Jesse Winter won second-place for best black-and-white feature photo, with his shot of a man jumping into the icy Yukon River to practise rescue techniques. “A good capture of action. Technically excellent image that challenges readers to look deeper into the article.”

John Thompson won a secondplace prize for his editorial, “Stupidity outbreak mars Harper’s visit.” “A powerful editorial that uses vivid language – and more than a little sarcasm – to dissect the prime minister’s response to the troubling question of Canada’s First Nations’ murdered and missing women,” the judge wrote. “The editorial doesn’t pull any punches as it uses both sharp analysis and telling statistics to make the case that simply locking up more people will solve this national problem.”

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That’s the equivalent weight of about 10 million adult blue whales.

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Heidi Neufeld won a secondplace prize for best classifies section. “Well organized, with a classic classified look and feel, and easy to read.”

Tom Patrick took a third-place prize for best sports photo, for his shot of a mountain biker taking a dive over the side of Whitehorse’s clay cliffs. “A great shot that is truly spontaneous and genuine,” the judge wrote. “Great composition and capture of the moment.”

Jacqueline Ronson placed third for best feature series for her writing on violence against women.

“A substantive and well-plotted series on violence against women, this is of deep interest to the community, given Yukon’s high rate of violence and sexual assault,” the judge wrote. “Jacqueline Ronson’s work features solid leads, wellcrafted prose and careful attention to context.”

Ashley Joannou won a thirdplace prize for best history article,

for her feature on residential school survivors, “Finding those lost to a tragic history.” “We’ve heard a lot about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, but this article really helps us understand some of the issues it has faced,” the judge wrote.

“I’ll admit that as an archivist I really appreciated the author’s care in explaining how the complexity of the records (or the lack thereof) is hindering the process.

At the same time, the article is personalized for us with a heartbreaking opening story. The writing avoids cliches, and provides lots of concrete information about a highly charged subject.

Excellent work.”

The News also won a thirdplace prize for best overall newspaper in our circulation size. “The Yukon News has always been an impressive product. Consistently strong writing and photography complement each other nicely.

Good coverage of local sports, and an overall impressive job covering news for the entire Yukon.

Well done.”

Last month the News won 13 awards, including three top prizes, from the Canadian Community Newspaper Association.

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show a sense of urgency to resolve them, he added.

“There are a lot of things availhitehorse Mayor Dan able and the people who need them Curtis and Kwanlin Dun the most aren’t aware of them,” he First Nation Chief Doris said.

Bill are calling for more affordable “I feel like we’re standing on the housing options for the city’s most shoulders of giants. We’re definitely vulnerable people, and better comlooking forward at a second kick of munication between the organizathe can to find short and long-term tions that provide services to them. solutions.”

The message comes on the heels There has been a concern with afof a well-attended forum on Friday fordable housing in Whitehorse for a at the Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre, long time, he added, and it’s been an where almost 300 people gathered to “ongoing challenge” to improve that brainstorm ways to deal with issues situation. of homelessness, substance abuse At Friday’s forum, attendees and mental illness on the streets of identified several locations around Whitehorse. the city where vulnerable people at “It was really important to hear risk congregate. from the community, to hear what They included the Canada Games the problems are,” Bill said during a Centre, Porter Creek Mall, parking post-forum news conference. lots of downtown grocery stores, the “From our perspective, we know Kwanlin Dun Culture Centre, the some of the issues but we don’t Skookum Jim Friendship Centre, the know them all. We do know that we clay cliffs and the waterfront area. have a problem and what we’ve been The forum featured large posters hearing is that it’s getting worse. where attendees could place red “As politicians we need to know circular stickers next to the issues what issues to champion and clearly they considered to be most imporhousing is on the top of that list.” tant. The most dots clustered around Curtis said it was too early to housing, gathering spaces and 24identify any short-term solutions to hour services. mitigate the issues facing the city’s Other big issues included attimost vulnerable people. The forum tudes and public education towards was an opportunity to hear about vulnerable people at risk, harm those issues, who they affect and reduction, outreach and transport.

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“The government has a moral and legal obligation to prepare those young people for life after being a ward (of the Yukon government).

Some of those kids, I’m told, are couch surfing; there are no programs, no education, nothing for them, they’re just partying.”

Both leaders also called for the creation of a database or resource handbook for existing services, and for that information to be posted around the city.

The next step is to gather all the information, put an action plan together and present it to the Yukon government, Bill said.

She’s also reached out to other Joel Krahn/Yukon News First Nation leaders following the Kwanlin Dun First Nation Chief Doris Bill said vulnerable murder of Brandy Vittrekwa in people at risk need to know which services are available December. to them in Whitehorse, and how to access them.

At the time, Bill spoke out about “Let people know, who live here children with nowhere to go. “I can’t the issue of dealing with First Nation and who are visiting, that street say what stage it’s at yet but we’re members who have been kicked out people are harmless!” wrote one working on it,” she said. of their own communities. person on a four by six card.

A transition home would also be Many of them move to Kwanlin “The homeless need housing but attached to help the people who age Dun land, she said, and that causes a so do the working poor – they are out of the group home, and to give lot of problems. vulnerable and often $40 away from them the life skills needed to survive On Friday, Bill said she had being evicted,” wrote another. on their own. already heard back from the chief of Bill said she’s been in early disBill, a foster child herself, said it’s the Champagne and Aishihik First cussions with the Yukon government a project that is near and dear to her. Nations. to create a group home operated “We have five young people who “It’s starting a dialogue and I’m by the First Nation. Few details are transitioned out of a Yukon govern- hoping some results will come on offer, but Bill said there has long ment group home and they’re now from it.” been a concern within the Kwanlin on the street and that’s unacceptContact Myles Dolphin at myles@yukon-news.com Dun about the number of foster able,” she said.

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OPINION Politics doesn’t need to be a zero-sum game Mark Nelson

children, but he worries about pretending our differences don’t ’m writing to offer some exist in order to smooth things thoughts in response to Kyle over. Unfortunately, these difCarruthers’ column “Nonferences usually take the form of partisanship is no panacea” from arguments about which position Wednesday, April 22. First, I’d like we want, and rarely focus on the to express appreciation for Kyle’s underlying interests. efforts to create political dialogue To really strive for consensus, about these kinds of topics. We’re we need to develop our adult very fortunate to live in a time skills around dialogue, which is a and place where we can give entwo-way exchange that includes ergy to these ideas. listening. Unfortunately, our exKyle’s article is concerned with periences of political “dialogues” how we maintain accountability are usually just monologues being and honest expression in our delivered to an audience. governance systems. He states that So I’d like to invite Kyle, our non-partisan, consensus-based political leaders, and anyone insystems that focus on respectful terested to join me in a dialogue. dialogue are a naive, feel-good I hear that accountability and idea, and that “whether we like it free-expression in politics are imor not, politics in more often than portant to you – and to me, too.

Yukon should adopt not a zero-sum game.” I disagree. I hope you know how important a carbon pricing scheme I worry that this belief acrespect, cooperation and peace tually leads us to create win/lose are to me (something I think we scenarios, to see those we disagree all share).

The scientific community in Canada with as enemies, and to overlook How can we make sure these and around the world remains unopportunities for more collabinterests are all preserved in our equivocal that climate change is a oration. Decades of research on political system? Here is a thought serious threat to our agricultural negotiation approaches illustrate I have as a challenge for us all system, our economies, and indeed, how focusing only on our postoday – consider one political to the continuation of human life on ition (i.e. our particular strategy) position we disagree with, and try Earth. creates this problem. listening behind the rhetoric for What we are now experiencing in There are great resources out the underlying interests. Avoid terms of wild weather, biodiversity there on ways to reach consensus the trap of arguing why they loss, droughts, floods, environmental by focusing instead on underlying are wrong (why you should win refugees and economic disruption interests (which are often shared) and they should lose). Consider could be small potatoes compared – see the Harvard Program on ways that both their interests and to what our children could face if we Negotiation’s website. In my yours could be met. I hope you do not act. experience, everything changes are pleasantly surprised with the Despite our small population when we shift our mindset from options that open up.

Yukon is not exempt, and waiting for Mark Nelson lives in Whitehorse. one of scarcity to one of abundance, and look for creative ways to meet everyone’s interests.

This is not an easy shift to make, because it requires us to acknowledge that everyone’s inThe Yukon News welcomes letters from its readers. terests matter equally, and to put Letters should be no longer than 500 words and must be signed a lot of hard work into listening. with your full name and place of residence. A daytime phone And we’ve all been conditioned to number is also required for verification purposes only. We reserve use harsh ways of communication the right to edit letters for clarity, length, accuracy and legality. that make listening to each other You can send submissions to editor@yukon-news.com. They can very difficult. be faxed to 867-668-3755 or mailed to 211 Wood St., Whitehorse, Kyle laments that partisan sysYukon Y1A 2E4. tems sometimes lead us to act like

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the Harper government to act appears futile. We should join Ontario, Quebec, B.C. and Alberta and over 40 nations worldwide who already have, or will soon implement, revenue-neutral carbon pricing to combat climate disruption.

To ensure business and public acceptance, carbon pricing should be structured to be job- and economyfriendly. For every dollar charged on emissions, a dollar should be either removed from other taxes, returned to citizens as a dividend, or invested in job-creating green technologies.

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Federal budget balanced on the back of crumbling infrastructure dollars going towards servicing the government debt as they did in 1991. Through a combinaby Kyle tion of fewer and smaller deficits Carruthers and (more importantly) lower interest rates today we only pay 11 cents on the dollar towards interest on debt.

The government is so proud of its accomplishment that it recently announced its intention to decree – through a legally anada is back in the black. unenforceable “balanced budget Last week the federal law” – that from this point Conservative government forward every future federal released Canada’s first balanced government will be required to budget in the better part of a balance its books as well. Where decade, and just in time for anthese high-minded principles other federal election at that. were the last seven years when Sure they had to sell some the same government ran deficit shares in General Motors preafter deficit is yet another detail maturely, and are counting on that is beside the point. some savings from collective But is our obsession with bargaining changes that the avoiding deficit spending as union has promised to fight prudent as it first sounds? tooth and nail to balance the As with personal finance, books. But such details aren’t the there is good debt and bad debt. point.

If your bills exceed your income Canadians like balanced month after month it is probably budgets. I like balanced budgets. a good idea to re-evaluate your Living within our means is good habits. The same goes for govpolicy and – creative accounternment spending. “Structural ing and crass electioneering deficits” – where governments is aside – it is a good news story paying out more than it is taking that the federal government is in during good economic times at least close to breaking even.

– are the political equivalent of Canadians grew tired of seetaking a vacation on the credit card. Far too much public debt ing 37 cents of each of their tax

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in Canada is “bad debt” and it is wise to not fall back into old habits of running deficits year after year with no plan to return to surplus.

But sometimes making an investment in the future comes at the expense of a little red ink in the present. For example, a university education usually leads to a higher income. But it is expensive.

You could “pay as you go” by going to school part time or saving. The problem with this approach is that you are just delaying the higher pay that the education provides. As prudent as “saving” for your own education sounds, the reality is that some amount of borrowing is probably the better economic choice in the long term.

Purchasing a home is similar. You could rent while saving the money for a home, and maybe sometime next century you might actually accumulate enough money to buy without the need for a mortgage. In the meantime you’ve given tens of thousands of dollars to a landlord that you will never get back.

Debt accumulated to purchase a reasonably priced home that is within your means – providing you can bear the risk of rising interest and falling house prices

– is “good” debt.

Deficit spending by government on infrastructure is similar.

As cliche as it has become, it is true that quality public infrastructure pays economic and social dividends. Schools, hospitals, roads, clean energy infrastructure and sewage treatment plants benefit society for years to come.

But the contractors who build them and the suppliers who provide the material want to be paid at the time of construction, not over the usable life of the facility.

So we need to come up with the cash up front to pay for it. It is not unreasonable to borrow a bit – particularly at the rock bottom interest rates enjoyed by government that you and I could only dream of – provided you have a plan to pay it back.

Our obsession with getting into and staying in the black is probably partially responsible for the growing infrastructure deficit we have in this country. As a consequence we have become a country of crumbling roads, inadequate mass transit, and aging infrastructure. It may not seem this way here in the Yukon with our healthy capital budget, but it is a reality for a good part of the country.

Municipalities are the ones dealing with the problem, but

Don’t downplay fracking’s risks Open letter to Ron Sumanik, Yukon’s director of oil and gas resources: I was not reassured by your equating the risks of fracking to the risk of driving a car to work. (The News, April 15.)

Driving, where someone statistically has a high likelihood of arriving safely, has little relation to many undisputed adverse consequences caused by fracking.

According to Wikipedia, in Canada, road fatalities per 100,000 inhabitants per year, is six. Total fatalities: 2075, in latest year of World Health Organization data (2011). As you say, that is a reassuringly low level of risk, made even more so because people usually can avoid an accident if they drive safely.

The word “risk” also conveys a possibility of an acceptable outcome. Wikipedia defines “risk management” as the “identification, assessment and prioritization of risks … followed by coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor and control the probability and/or impact of unfortunate events or to maximize the realization of opportunities.

Risk management’s objective is to assure uncertainty does not deviate the endeavour from the business goals.”

I can imagine all too easily that the government has instructed you to assure uncertainty does not deviate us from the government’s goals, which in this case are evidently include getting fracking inside the territory somehow or other.

However, it would make me feel a lot safer as a citizen if you acknowledged the legitimate serious consequences, as distinct from risks, posed by fracking. Particularly to water, which you seemed to gloss over.

Lois Moorcraft pointed out in the legislature last week, as so many others have, that fracking permanently contaminates millions of litres of water. We know that northeastern B.C., just adjacent to the Liard basin, is already suffering a shortage of water. We know a global water shortage is imminent.

We know that people cannot survive without water.

We also know that industry and government cannot prevent this contamination even with the best regulations, and that attempts to deal safely with fracking wastewater and

flowback are a big issue in the industry.

How can you justify saying yes to permanently polluting so much water when our global water supply is in grave danger?

You address health risks more fully in your remarks. Yet adverse impacts of fracking also include inadvertent leakage of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, at many points of production, into the atmosphere. We cannot afford this consequence either.

As well, new studies confirm almost daily that health risks are either as bad as feared, or still poorly understood, and that adequate safeguards for people’s health just aren’t there!

Many people know this, yet you want a very informed population to trust you simplistically as “safe drivers,” capable of minimizing risk?

Seems to me more like unsafe driving – or inadequately protected sex. In both cases, “trust me” seldom works.

Myself, I prefer 100 per cent safeguards on such intimate issues as the health of my body and my biosphere.

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only the provincial and federal governments have the taxing power to fix it. Infrastructure spending was on the decline for decades before it began to bounce back after the recession of 2008.

Not only does infrastructure spending benefit Canadians in the long run, it can also give a needed boost to the economy.

Investments in infrastructure has a high “multiplier effect” – a measurement used by economists to gauge how much a dollar of spending reverberates through the economy.

To its credit the government has increased infrastructure spending in recent years after a long period of cutbacks, but not by nearly enough. The government may be able to boast on the campaign trail that it has balanced the books, but it has come at the cost of continuing a vast infrastructure deficit that will hobble us for years to come.

As with so many other things in democratic politics, though, politicians can only be blamed for giving us what we ask for. If its balanced budgets we want, balanced budgets we will have.

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

However, drivers who are ticketed for exceeding the posted speed limit by up to 15 km/hr in Yukon will be fined a mere $25, the cost of a parking ticket in the City of Whitehorse.

Our research indicates that Yukon has the lowest speeding fines in Canada. What kind of deterrent does this system of fines make to those who exceed the speed limit? According to the RCMP, who are tasked with enforcing limits, offenders consider it laughable.

The Traffic Safety Society of Yukon urges the minister to revisit the Motor Vehicles Act by changing all current penalties for speeding so as to create significant deterrents. While no fine can replace a lost life or compensate for a serious injury, we can at least use what laws we have to cause people to reflect and ease off the on the gas pedal.

Not another life should be lost, simply from trying to get from one side of the street to the other. TSSY calls on all drivers to respect the posted limits, and remember that every life is priceless.

Open letter to Highways Minister Scott Kent: What is the difference between life and death? According to our archaic Motor Vehicles Act, it’s $25.

This month, the Yukon coroner made recommendations regarding the death of a pedestrian in February 2014. The pedestrian, William Lagimodiere, was struck while crossing Fourth Avenue in Whitehorse at a pedestrian crosswalk. These recommendations included the addition of overhead lighting at the crosswalk.

With or without overhead lighting, would Mr. Lagimodiere have lost his life if the vehicle had been moving just 10 kilometres less per hour?

Studies carried out throughout the 1990s in the U.S, Australia and England determined that a difference in speed of as little as 10 to 13 km/hr over 50 km/ hr increase the likelihood of pedestrian death from a 30 per Rachel Grantham cent chance to an 80 per cent Director, Traffic Safety Society of Yukon chance.

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Nunavut grapples again with retail alcohol sales, considers loosening rules Bob Weber

ing a retail store for beer and wine. More than three-quarters of the voters approved the moIQALUIT, NUNAVUT tion in a plebiscite. anada’s most restrictive “It’s 2015,” said Joe Ferjus, 61. liquor laws may be about to “We’re a city now, it’s time to live loosen as Nunavut politicians up to it.” grapple again with the emotional But there remain many who issue of whether to allow the fear greater access to beer and territory’s first retail store for wine would cause further boozealcohol. fuelled social problems in a com“It’s a very sensitive topic and munity that already has plenty of a topic where people have very, them. very strong beliefs,” said Chris Linda Lyta, 16, said she D’Arcy, the territory’s deputy watched a drunken brawl Friday minister of finance. night just outside her apartment Last week, Iqaluit residents door. voted strongly in favour of open“I just don’t think it’s a good Canadian Press

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Two years ago, another alcohol task force visited every community, finding views about evenly split on whether access should be eased.

But restrictions are getting harder and harder, D’Arcy said.

Iqaluit’s population has roughly quadrupled since the old liquor store was closed and its airport, which used to see five or six flights a week, now gets that many a day.

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Access to liquor is tightly controlled.

People can order it shipped to a heavily secured government warehouse in Iqaluit, which takes three or four days and costs about $60 for a case of 24 beer. Or they can apply for a liquor import permit and order it directly, which takes about the same time but costs less.

Some communities have committees that regulate who can buy liquor, how much and how often. Some communities, in theory, are dry.

But bootleggers are “rampant” in Nunavut, said D’Arcy.

“Anbody who wants a 60-ounce of vodka can get it in very short order for $180.”

Allowing convenient retail sales might combat that, he said.

It might also change drinking habits.

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In a three-hour community meeting held before the plebiscite, D’Arcy said only about three people spoke in favour of opening such a store. Many elders, he said, have bad memories of the community’s last liquor store, closed by government back in the 1970s.

“So much hurt, so much pain,” said D’Arcy. “Many of them are having difficulties coming to grips with it.”

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‘Great honour for me:’ Inuk minister Leona Aglukkaq hands over Arctic leadership ‘The people in the Arctic are the true Arctic experts and we must include their perspectives. We simply must.’

Bob Weber Canadian Press

IQALUIT, NUNAVUT he first aboriginal northerner to lead the group of eight nations that ring the North Pole has stepped down after her two-year term.

Speaking of the pride she took in heading the Arctic Council, federal Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq handed the chairmanship off to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry during a meeting in Nunavut’s capital on Friday.

“It was a great honour for me, as an Inuk, to be the first Arctic indigenous person to serve as chair of the Arctic Council,” Aglukkaq told the meeting in Iqaluit.

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“The people in the Arctic are the true Arctic experts and we must include their perspectives. We simply must.”

Aglukkaq took credit for putting the concerns of northerners at the top of the agenda during Canada’s chairmanship.

New studies have been commissioned. They include work on mental health as well as on black carbon, a significant contributor to the melting of sea ice.

“Addressing mental wellness is a personal priority of mine,” Aglukkaq said.

Canada also oversaw recommendations to use more traditional knowledge in Arctic Council research and the birth of the Arctic Economic Council, a self-selecting group of northern businesses who meet to discuss opportunities and best practices.

Critics have said the scien-

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United States Secretary of State John Kerry, centre, and Leona Aglukkaq, Canadian Minister for the Arctic Council, right, chat with a traditional Inuit drummer while attending the Arctic Council ministerial meeting last week in Iqaluit.

tific work would have gone ahead regardless. They also question the need for the economic forum.

U.S. officials have said the focus for their two-year chairmanship will be on climate change, considered to be progressing faster in the Arctic than anywhere on the planet.

This northern meeting, takes place under a slight diplomatic chill.

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Community choir embraces what makes Yukon special Ashley Joannou News Reporter

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his weekend’s concert by the Whitehorse Community Choir is more than a year in the making.

That’s how long it takes to wrangle poets, lyricists and renowned composers to create original pieces of music for you.

The Last Horizon: A Yukon Tribute runs this Friday and Saturday at the Yukon Arts Centre.

Instead of only using established songs, conductor Barbara Chamberlin said she wanted a chance to show off all the talent that there is in choral music, both in the Yukon and across the country.

“When you work with something, you start admiring different people, for instance arrangers and composers from the choral world,” she said.

“You start admiring their work and you keep thinking, what would that be like if our choir had some songs written for it?”

The show features 14 new pieces and six that are already part of the choir’s repertoire.

Two are based on Robert Service poems.

Some touch on familiar topics like the northern lights and Annie Lake Road. Another song is an experimental piece about the way the sound can change when it gets extra chilly outside.

The program features the work of recognizable Yukon names, including poets Clea Roberts, Joanna Lilley and Lex Widdis and musicians Grant Simpson, Sylvie Painchaud, Olivier De Columbel and Chamberlin herself.

But it also includes some wellknown names inside the choral music world.

Stephen Chatman is currently a professor of composition at UBC. He is the first Canadian to have his work short-listed in the BBC Masterprize international competition. He’s won multiple Western Canadian Music Awards and Junos for his work.

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Barbara Chamberlin conducts the Whitehorse Community Choir during a rehearsal on Monday in preparation of their upcoming concerts this Friday and Saturday.

For the Yukon show, he composed music for Joanna Lilley’s poem Night Vision.

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involved with the show is Stephen Hatfield, who Chamberlin calls “one of the premiere guys in not just Canada, but in North

America or maybe the world.”

“If you do a piece by Stephen Hatfield it’s amazing. It’s going to be amazing, and it is amazing,”

she said.

Hatfield composed a piece using Widdis’s poem The Northern Lights.

“Stephen Hatfield and Stephen Chatman, if you walked up to any choir in the world and say those names, they will know who they are, they’re that famous,” Chamberlin said.

“But they’re also really cool.

We’ve done so many works by them, and it’s like, wow.”

The idea is for audiences to embrace the Yukon and all the talent that you can find here, she said.

“I hope that they come out with, ‘Wow, this is something we can own,’ and I hope they come out with a sense of, ‘Wow, these composers, including our local ones, do really great work.’”

The Whitehorse Community Choir has been around for decades. The large choir has about 65 members. There are also three other choirs, the all-female Persephones, the bass and tenor choir the Neptunes, and the chamber choir. All four groups will perform at this weekend’s show.

The show is being dedicated to Yukon artist Ted Harrison, who died earlier this year.

It helps to sing about something you know about, said John Robbins, who has been with the choir for the last 17 years.

“There’s things you identity with. Or, a big thing that comes back is memories of passed times or people or events. It kind of transports you when you sing, I find,” he said.

The choirs feature a range of singers from their early 20s to their late 70s.

“We enjoy it and we hope that people pick up on that enjoyment,” Robbins said.

Both Friday and Saturday’s concerts are at 8 p.m. at the Yukon Arts Centre.

Adult tickets are $25, seniors and students are $20 and child tickets are $15.

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Frustration for Canadians seeking help following Nepal earthquake Canadian Press

He would only reply that he has instructed the honorary anadians in Nepal and consul there “to work with these relatives of missing Canadian individuals on a 24-hour basis tourists are expressing frustration to get them the help that they with Canada’s response to Satur- need.” Nicholson added that ofday’s massive earthquake, with ficials from the high commission some complaining they’re getting in New Delhi have twice tried more support from American of- to land in Kathmandu but were ficials than their own. turned away.

Mark McDermott and Roel In the meantime, an email Teunissen were hoping to get on from Foreign Affairs to Canadians a military transport plane on in Nepal said they should “conWednesday to return to Canada sider leaving using available comfrom the earthquake-ravaged mercial means.” It said Canadian country. officials “are working on plans to But McDermott said Tuesday assist Canadians who are unable they’ve now been told the plane to leave via commercial means will only take evacuees to New and require evacuation using Delhi, where they’ll have to find DND flights.” commercial flights home on their After leaving the Canadian own. consulate, McDermott said they That would leave them in a called the U.S. Embassy, which worse situation than they curarranged a drive over, a place to rently have in the U.S. embassy sleep, food and the ability to comin Kathmandu, where his group municate with family and friends. and many others have gathered They’ve been told they can stay while they await their scheduled until their flight mid-May. flight on May 17, he said. In New Kandy Barker said her nephew, Delhi, however, they’d likely have Fraser, was also initially turned to camp out at the airport. away by Canadian officials in Defence Minister Jason Kenney Kathmandu as he sought news said a military aircraft loaded of his parents, who haven’t been with personnel and supplies heard from since the earthquake was expected to arrive in Nepal struck. But he is scheduled to on Wednesday, but added that meet with officials today, she said. depends on the condition of the Bruce and Kathy Macmillan, damaged airport. of St. Albert, Alta., were trekking McDermott said neither he in the Langdang region and were nor Teunissen will go to New supposed to meet up with their Delhi, and they haven’t heard two adult sons in Kathmandu on of any other evacuation efforts.

Monday, she said.

He added there’s been a dearth Talking to officials in Ottawa of information from Canadian hasn’t proven any more helpful, officials.

Barker said. Her sister called a Teunissen said once they were government hotline for people able to contact the Canadian con- whose relatives are still unacsulate after the quake, the honor- counted for and got a “standardary Canadian consul told them ized, formatted” message, she it was a very big emergency and said. they weren’t equipped to handle “The government told her, ‘Go it at the consulate. He said the to social media and put the name honorary consul, a Nepalese man, out on Facebook and Twitter,”’ told them to seek help elsewhere. Barker said. “OK, we’ve done However, the honorary conthat, but we need more from the sul’s assistant in Kathmandu told government.”

The Canadian Press by telephone Michelle Dack of Victoria said early Tuesday that he “doubted Monday that her dealings with the consul would have said that.” Foreign Affairs have been “disap“That’s not our policy; we pointing” as she tried to get word don’t ask people to just go away,” of her sister, who was trekking in added the assistant, who said he Nepal. was not authorized to comment Dack said she and her mother and did not want his name used. did receive a very brief phone call Foreign Affairs Minister Rob from Tamara McLeod later MonNicholson was asked directly day from Briddhim in the LangMonday about reports of Canatang region, about 50 kilometres dians being turned away from north of Kathmandu. the consulate when they sought “She was bawling her eyes out, assistance. saying she can’t get out – she’s

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trapped,” Dack said in a telephone interview early Tuesday.

But Dack couldn’t say if that meant her 24-year-old sister was trapped physically or if a road is blocked, nor could she say if her sister was injured or had any food

or water. The Dacks have had “difficulty being able to get clear answers” from Foreign Affairs, she said, and argued that Canada should be sending rescue workers to Nepal.

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Langtang and also in Annapurna doing search and rescue. I know that there’s many Canadians for sure that are in Langtang.”

Dack said her sister is in Nepal to provide yoga workshops starting May 1 and had left Kathmandu on April 13 to take part in a trek.

“I won’t sleep until I know that my sister is on a helicopter,” she said.

Sarah Brandt of Ottawa said she’s been having no luck getting word about her brother, Saijaya Raj, who was trekking in the Langtang area when the quake hit.

Raj is Malaysian and Brandt said she’s been unable to contact the Malaysian embassy other officials in Nepal and hopes more media can get into the quake area to tell those outside of Nepal what is happening.

“The most important part is to find my brother and whatever source that can help me to do that I will be very happy to receive help from,” she said.

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LIFE Geeks gear up for YukomiCon 2.0

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Participants admire costumes during last year’s YukomiCon. The second-ever Yukon comic convention will be held this August.

Jacqueline Ronson News Reporter

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ot on the heels of last summer’s wildly successful event, Yukon geekdom is already getting pumped for the territory’s second annual comic convention.

YukomiCon is hosted by the Yukon Comic Culture Society.

A comic convention, also known as a comic-con or just a con, is a gathering of nerds and geeks brought together by their love of not just comics, but many aspects of fan and pop culture.

“It’s for anybody that loves movies, that loves super heroes, that loves sci-fi, that likes to read graphic novels,” said society president Christi Mathews in an interview this week. “It’s all about artists, and not just comic design – all types of artists that are in that kind of genre. It’s about loving something a lot and being able to be with people that love stuff just as much as you do.”

Last year’s event attracted 800 people to the Yukon

Convention Centre. This year, organizers are planning for between 1,100 to 1,300 attendees. That means a lot more of just about everything, said Mathews.

There will be a separate space for gaming tournaments, as well as larger panel discussions, film screenings and a board game cafe, she said.

“This year we’re also emphasizing kids a lot more.

There were a lot of kids last year, so we’re making sure that the kids’ corner has a lot of activities for them to work on, and we’re trying to pair up some kids/parents workshops too, where you can go in and do geeky arts and crafts.”

To drum up both excitement and funds for this year’s expanded convention, the society is hosting two nights of a Star Wars burlesque performance here in Whitehorse in June.

The show, performed by the Geekenders out of Vancouver, re-enacts the classic original film on stage, plus some added sexiness and silliness.

“They’re going to act out

Star Wars: A New Hope while stripping. It’s pretty awesome, isn’t it?” said Mathews.

“We’re really excited about it. I’m pretty sure it’s going to be a sold-out event. We haven’t even done the advertising, and we’re already selling tickets left and right.”

This week, the society also announced additions to the roster of special guests for the main event in August.

It had previously announced the attendance of John de Lancie, most famous for his role as Q, a recurring character in many of the Star Trek franchises.

YukomiCon announced a second trekkie guest, Adrienne Wilkinson, who will play the commander in the upcoming Star Trek: Renegades television series.

“She’s not very well-known now,” said Mathews, “but about two months after ‘Con, she’s going to be probably a really big commodity.”

Other guests include Toby Proctor, who was the voice of Tuxedo Mask from the Sailor

Moon television series; Conor McCreery, co-creator of the Kill Shakespeare comic series; Andy Rae, cosplayer and costume designer; and Kristy Guevara-Flanagan, director of Wonder Women! The Untold Story of American Superheroines, which will be screened at the convention.

A few more special guests will be added to that list before the event, said Mathews.

“Last year, finding celebrities was like, impossible, and this year I have agents calling me left and right, trying to get people on our roster,” she said.

The society is also still looking for interested exhibitors, presenters and sponsors.

As for Mathews, she’s most excited to just be at the comic-con and experience it in person.

Last year she had to leave town unexpectedly right before the event. Her co-organizers set up a video link just so she could watch from afar.

“Last year, one of my favourite things was seeing all these little kids sword fighting

throughout the entire con, in outfits. It was really just a cool thing to be a part of. Even if I wasn’t here, it was still really neat,” she said.

“I just think that’s one of the neatest parts, is all the people you get to meet, and seeing everybody having such a good time.”

Tickets for the Star Wars burlesque show are on sale now at www.yukomicon.com.

The event will take place June 12 and 13 at the Yukon Convention Centre. Tickets are $35, and the event is 19+. Tickets will also be sold at Titan Gaming & Collectibles.

Tickets for YukomiCon go on sale May 1 online and at Titan. For the month of May, a three-day pass costs $55. After that, the price will rise to $60.

Weekend passes for children (ages 6-11) are $20.

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ngellina’s Toy Boutique has managed to become a mecca for anything kid-related in Whitehorse.

Stacked to the ceiling with colourful toy classics such as Lego and Playmobil – including a few life-sized figurines – the store also boasts some unique products you’re unlikely to find anywhere else.

Take the all-natural bamboo dollhouse, for example.

Complete with solar-powered lights, it’s treated with beeswax and contains no chemical paints. At $500, there haven’t been too many sold, but its presence in the store goes to show how some residents are willing to pay top dollar for quality toys with an old fashioned, sustainable vibe.

There are also Babiators, stylish, unbreakable sunglasses for babies, and their aquatic counterparts, baby-sized swim goggles that come packaged inside a tiny submarine. Angellina’s also carries Kathe Krus, a German company that makes premium plush animals like owls and ducks, and is a brand you’d have a hard time finding anywhere else in North America.

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The seed for Angellina’s was planted while Skoke Burns was teaching and working on her masters in education. She was researching theories in learning, play and imagination. While doing this research, and also expecting her second child, she noticed quality toys were hard to come by in the Yukon.

Sensing an opportunity, Skoke Burns started a home business in 2006, set up as a veritable Santa’s workshop.

There were Christmas trees in every room, and guests would walk through the house taking note of which items they would like to order. “My neighbours probably thought I was crazy,” says Skoke Burns. “I’d have my Christmas lights on and my trees and everything done in my house in October.”

After making the leap to

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Betty Skoke Burns, founder of Angellina’s Toy Boutique, poses with a giant Playmobil figure on Tuesday. The store has been recognized as a platinum dealer of the popular toy.

a brick-and-mortar store in a small corner of Horwood’s Mall in 2009, Angellina’s moved into its present, prominent location four years after that.

Skoke Burns has known many of her customers for years. “We attract a lot of first-time moms and dads that are really excited to start their family and we become a very important part of that experience,” she says.

Some repeat customers become reeled in before their babies even arrive.

Most Whitehorse parents who frequent baby showers will be familiar with the ubiquitous ribbon-wrapped Angellina’s box. Expecting parents can register their showers with Angellina’s, which then allows friends and relatives, often from Outside, to purchase from the online store. When the shower rolls around, Aunt Jane from England will have her gift there wrapped and ready to open.

The online gift registry is also used for birthday parties, a natural step for parents to take if their baby shower has gone swimmingly.

Angellina’s also could be benefiting in a slight uptick in the number of babies being born in the Yukon. With an average of 400 births per year between 2009-13, that’s up

from 360 between 2004-08.

That means more potential customers.

Some items at the store are made in the Yukon. There are a number of handmade products from local artisans, like Fancy Yourself, a line of brightly coloured children’s clothes made from upcycled sweaters and (new) socks crafted by Emily Bradbury. There’s also the popular Quilty Pants, fleece lined pants and skirts for children up to four hand made by Whitehorse seamstress Georgi Pearson.

The location of Front and Main in the heart of downtown Whitehorse is an ideal location, says Skoke Burns. “I remember looking at the corner space and I said that’s my dream space,” she says. “That’s just where a toy store needs to be in this town.” Foot traffic from the Old Fire Hall, coming off the trolley right across the street, and finishing up a latte next door helps boost business.

“People are really community oriented and are really about local businesses,” says Skoke Burns. “They want a vibrant downtown community, and they are actively supporting those businesses.

“That’s the biggest advantage that I see when I go to different places and I meet different toy store owners.”

Contact Joel Krahn at joel.krahn@yukon-news.com

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â&#x20AC;˘ Make an effort to keep in touch with current and previous clients and any other contacts made over the years.

Something as simple as an email to catch up or an inquiry to see if thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s anything fellow professionals need will help you stay on their minds, which can help you bring in new business or learn about new opportunities down the road. â&#x20AC;˘ A network is only beneficial if it remains current. Keep track of the professionals in your network so you know when and where to reach them should you need to do so. A professional networking site such as LinkedIn is a great way to stay on top of what your network is up to, and such a site also is a valuable tool when you want to update your network with any new information about yourself.

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times each year, updating with any new information so you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t left scrambling for email addresses or phone numbers when the time comes to get back in touch with your contacts. â&#x20AC;˘ Avoid networking only when you need something. You can likely name a few of your fellow professionals who only seem to contact you when they want something. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to earn a similar reputation among your own contacts, so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to make periodic contact with your colleagues even when you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need anything. A simple email to catch up and to offer some unsolicited help if any is needed can be enough to prevent you from earning a reputation as a mefirst contact and put you in a positive light that can benefit you throughout your career.

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Savvy business owners recP ognize the influence that such reviews can have on their businesses. For example, a 2011 study of Yelp.com, an online business review site that allows users to comment on and rate businesses, from researchers at Harvard University found that a one-star

increase among reviews of Seattle restaurants led to a growth in revenue between 5 and 9 per cent.

Yelp reports it had an average of approximately 132 million monthly unique visitors in the first fiscal quarter of 2014, and those figures illustrate just how much consumers have grown to rely on review sites to inform their purchases.

As the Harvard study indicated, positive reviews can dramatically improve a business ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bottom line. But what about negative reviews?

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• Investigate any issues. Many people take to the Internet, and review sites in particular, just to vent. But that does not mean business owners should ignore bad reviews as isolated incidents with customers looking to start trouble.

Do your best to investigate any poor reviews (and, if you have the time, thank those reviewers who have left glowing reviews), first conducting an internal investigation of an incident with your employees before contacting customers to reassure them that you are addressing their concerns. When speaking with customers, express your willingness to compromise and your desire to make the situation better. Customers appreciate such gestures, and many will likely edit an existing review to reflect your positive response to their initial critique.

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But not all issues can be resolved. If your investigation of the issue found that the initial review contained inaccuracies and these inaccuracies prevented you from rectifying the situation with the customer, you can then write a brief response to the review that corrects the inaccuracies. Keep this type of response short and sweet, as you don’t want potential customers to see your response as hostile.

• Encourage additional reviews.

A savvy business owner won’t shy away from review sites but rather embrace them for the opportunities they present. Positive wordof-mouth has long been a friend to business owners, and online review sites facilitate this way of sharing positive experiences of a business. Encourage your customers to write online reviews of their experiences with your business.

This can offset negative reviews, help to steer future customers to your business and provide some valuable insight into how customers view your business. Include links to your page on review sites on your website or send emails encouraging customers to provide feedback. Many customers will be happy to provide such feedback and be glad to hear that you want to hear from them.

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Current invitation isn’t contingent on one in the future DEAR MISS MANNERS: My 9-year-old granddaughter has been invited to two birthday parties recently. Both of them have been at event centers, and the parents have requested that the invitee

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Is this a new trend now? NeiMartin ther of these families is povertystricken.

My son has just about decided that his daughter will be declining any future invitations requiring him to send admission money. He DEAR MISS MANNERS: We always sends a nice gift. The gift are the proud parents of two adult plus admission money is getting a children, a gay 32-year-old son and little expensive. a straight 27-year-old daughter.

GENTLE READER: Your son My husband’s oldest brother is not only correct, but also more and his wife (who are our son’s generous than Miss Manners godparents) are politically and would have been by sending a religiously conservative. The gift for an event that his daughter sister-in-law posts many opinions is not attending. Yes, charging on Facebook about how same-sex admission for a party is rude. The marriage is ruining America, caus- fact that people follow this trend ing Christians to be persecuted, without considering their guests etc., although she is always friendly makes it even more so. to our son in person.

If our son were getting married, DEAR MISS MANNERS: What we would invite them to the weddo you think of a daughter who ding, and if they refused to come, sends her mother the following we would not later invite them to requirement (among others) for a our daughter’s wedding. “cordial” relationship with her?

However, our daughter is en“Accept that husband is going gaged first. If we invite them to her to call you by your first name. We wedding, I’m sure they will come. need you never again to register Is there any way to politely say, a verbal or nonverbal complaint “We hope you will join us, but we about this.” respectfully ask you not to come if This couple both hold Ph.D.s you would not attend X’s possible and appear to believe they are future wedding, as we love our above all rules. The mother has children equally”? no objection to being called “Mrs. GENTLE READER: Despite Smith,” or has even suggested MIL their stance, your brother-in-law or Milly (for mother-in-law) but and his wife are not violating any the couple insists it’s their way or etiquette rules. If they are being the highway. polite to your son, then you canThey have also pushed off their not be rude in return (although family tree an aunt who verbalMiss Manners recommends that ized that she and her husband did your family stay off their Facebook not appreciate being referred to by page). their fi rst names by the nephewA current invitation’s validity in-law.

This couple had invited cannot be dependent on the posthemselves to visit the now-outcast sible outcome of an imaginary fuaunt.

After the visit (when the aunt ture one. And no one is measuring and uncle bent over backward how much you love your children.

Invite your in-laws to your daugh- to not bring up any subjects that ter’s wedding and turn a blind eye could cause dissension), the aunt wrote that future visits would not if they decline a future invitation to your son’s. But given your rela- be in the cards until nephew-intives’ proclivity for spreading their law referred to them with their familial status. opinions behind your family’s When has it become standard back, wouldn’t it really be better practice that the younger generafor everyone if they did? tion calls the shots on what to call family members? Is it that courteousness has given way to higher SIDEWALK DECALS education?

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rude doctors of philosophy, but of higher education. Lower education, too, for that matter.

It has long puzzled her that reports of rudeness are often accompanied by the surprised reaction of the complainers because the offenders were supposed to have been “educated,” either at college or when earning graduate degrees.

There is education and education. Miss Manners does not expect universities to teach etiquette, other than insisting that students meet their particular behavior requirements, which are usually rather broad. Nor should etiquette training be expected in lower schools, where –just to have a workable classroom – teachers have the burden of doing the parents’ job in addition to their own.

Home education should include not only the etiquette rules necessary to navigate life, but the underlying principles of manners.

These include respect (such as addressing people as they wish to be addressed), fairness (granting others the privileges one claims for oneself) and congeniality (not using threats as an argument).

Apparently this couple failed home education. If you attempt to do remedial work, Miss Manners suggests lecturing first on the principles before taking up the example of name choice.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am a teenage boy who apparently has impregnated a teenage girl. She says she’s in love with me still, but also she will not get an abortion and insists that I pay support. I think this is all mood swings. How do I support her morally but not monetarily?

GENTLE READER: That is neither a moral nor a legal position. Miss Manners trusts that the young lady’s lawyer will explain that to you.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: On a wonderful weekend in New York City with a friend and our two daughters, ages 9 and 12, we enjoyed a Broadway show, dinners out, sightseeing and crowd watching. At the theater, after the show was over, we were told that cast members would be at the exits collecting donations for a charity supported by the members.

As we exited, sure enough, actors were holding buckets just waiting for our cash. At the restaurant that night, the singing waiters came around and asked for donations to help them attend acting and singing classes so that they, too, could become Broadway stars.

Both situations made me feel pressured to donate to their causes, which aren’t necessarily on my philanthropic list. My daughter also dug into her wallet to donate, but at 12, I don’t know that she really understood what she was donating to.

Is this a new trend to solicit donations from captive audiences?

How should I politely refuse to donate as the wait staff comes by my table and holds their collection cup directly in front of me?

I also see this trend at stores.

When I check out, I’m asked to donate to the “cause of the week.” I usually politely decline, but would rather not be asked in the first place.

GENTLE READER: Anyone who raises money for a living – whether as a panhandler or as a professional “development” officer – will tell you that it is hard work.

It therefore amazes Miss Manners how many people voluntarily add such activities to their more immediate duties, be those serving dinner, reciting lines, or – in an extreme but also increasingly common case – getting married.

You may curtail your waiter’s side business by appealing to his supervisor, who is unlikely to be supportive of his hope of singing his way out of the restaurant. Theater troupes and newlyweds are less likely to listen to management, assuming that it is not management that put them up to it. But you may merely smile at them, say “Thank you” to confuse them, and pass by without donating.

births are not ideal, we are so grateful to have them, and I make sure to tell our children how much she loves them and how wanted they are.

My problem is with people who ask me if she has heard of birth control, or proclaim that the authorities should just tie her tubes, or offer other simplistic solutions to a very complex issue.

I know I have a far deeper understanding of the situation and have tried explaining some of it, but this takes time and often reveals more of my children’s stories than I might wish.

Does Miss Manners have a kind and gentle response that reminds people that until they have walked a mile in her shoes, they are in no position to judge?

GENTLE READER: It would be tempting to respond with something like, “Birth control? What’s that? I’ve never heard of it, either.”

But don’t.

Rather, Miss Manners recommends a cold “I beg your pardon, but I must remind you that are talking about the mother of my children.” That should at least confuse them enough to be rendered speechless.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My brother’s wife passed several years ago, yet some family members continue using her name, to this day, in email addressed to my brother.

He is engaged again, and while we will always remember Olivia, I feel it is disrespectful not to stop addressing the email to “Olivia and Will” and have stated so.

The response has been, “He didn’t tell me to stop, so I don’t have to.”

GENTLE READER: Shockingly, it is just possible that the relative who so responded was being serious.

Whether this is so or not, Miss Manners advises you to treat it as a misguided attempt at humor.

She suggests, “I don’t think joking is the kindest response to his loss and our hope that he is again finding happiness.” This will be more effective than getting into an argument about whether a funeral is not sufficient notice that the person in question is no longer checking her email.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have two children through adoption, and am in the process of adopting the biological sibling of my younger child.

These siblings were born into the foster care system. Their birth mother grew up in foster care.

That, together with her family’s extreme dysfunction, led her to addiction. I have enormous sympathy for her circumstances, and have seen her weep for her losses and what her life has become.

Aside from her addiction issues, she is a sweet, likable and respectful individual. While clearly the circumstances of our children’s

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Frequently when our family meets for dinner at a restaurant, we find that our mother has pre-ordered food and we’re not allowed to see a menu or make any choices.

We’re middle-aged children, and our mother insists that this is the same as visiting her house for dinner, therefore she makes the choices. I’ve asked her to stop doing this and she ignores my requests.

Is this appropriate host behavior? I don’t like having my food chosen for me, but am I rude to insist on ordering for myself, or is the host rude for not letting me choose?

GENTLE READER: This does seem to defeat the very point of going to a restaurant, doesn’t it?

Is your mother paying for the meal and therefore trying to avoid a fight over the bill while still staying within her budget? Miss Manners would ordinarily never dream of asking about money, but she is trying to eke out the rationale here.

Perhaps your mother is confusing this casual family dinner with renting a restaurant party room, where one would act as host and plan the menu?

As you are middle-aged children, at least one of you should set a good example by insisting on taking her out for dinner, asking her what she would like to eat, and requesting, when making the reservation, that the bill be presented only to the host. If this is not feasible, Miss Manners recommends that you give up, and either give in or start inviting the family to your house for dinner.

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Twenty records set at swim championships Tom Patrick News Reporter

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he presence of Outside swim clubs seems to have lit a fire under the Whitehorse Glacier Bears at the 2015 Yukon Invitational Championship Swim Meet.

Glacier Bears swimmers broke three club records and 13 meet records at the Yukon championship held Friday and Saturday at the Canada Games Centre.

“It was great. It was super busy,” said Glacier Bears head coach Malwina Bukszowana.

“I think it was really good to have the four Outside clubs. I’m sure it put some spark into the racing. The kids couldn’t expect who would do the best, who would qualify for the final.”

The Glacier Bears welcomed swimmers from four Outside clubs to this year’s invitational.

The Yellowknife Polar Bears brought 33 swimmers – four of whom set meet records – Alaska’s Haines Dolphins 14, Fort Smith Hurricanes four and Inuvik’s Mackenzie Muskrats four.

Along with 84 Whitehorse swimmers, a total of 139 swimmers took to the water.

That’s the most to swim at the Yukon championships since the 2010 invitational when 142 competed.

The total of 20 records are the most to fall at a Yukon championship since the 2009 invitational when three club and 26 meet records were dunked.

“I think it was really good, partly because we had some very good competition from Yellowknife,” said Glacier Bear Thomas Bakica. “It wasn’t like a normal Yukon Invitational Swim Meet.”

“It was really, really fun having all the teams there and I think everyone got along really well,” said teammate Cassis Lindsay. “We didn’t know these kids very well, but on the last day we’re dancing with them.

Some of them are really fast and it’s great to have the competition. I think the whole team loved it.”

Bakica swam to two club records and four meet records for boys 11-12.

He set club and meet records in the 400-metre freestyle with a time of 5:16.42 and in the 1,500-metre free at 21:03.92.

“It was my first time doing the 1,500 free,” said Bakica. “I was a little nervous at the beginning of the race, but Aidan Harvey and Alex Petriw were both in the race with me and tried to keep up with them and I passed them. It made me work a lot harder knowing my friends were in the race and they were all really supportive.”

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Whitehorse Glacier Bears’ Kassua Dreyer swims the 200-metre breaststroke at the 2015 Yukon Invitational Championship Swim Meet on Saturday at the Canada Games Centre. It was one of the largest meets hosted by the Glacier Bears with 139 swimmers taking part.

Bakica also set meet records in the 100-metre butterfly at 1:25.76 and the 200-metre individual medley at 2:48.44. He already holds the club record in the 200 IM, having swam it in 2:43.79 at the B.C. AA Championships in February.

“The 200 IM is one of my favourite events,” said Thomas.

“Unfortunately I didn’t quite do as well as I did as well as I did before down in B.C. ... But I still worked hard and got the meet record.”

Lindsay was the other club record breaker, setting the girls 13-14 record in the 100 IM with a time of 1:11.21. She posted enough top results to take the aggregate title for her age group.

“My coach and I have been working on a lot of endurance and technique lately, so I’m just really glad it’s paying off,” said Cassis. “I only raced the 100 IM because my hip’s been hurting a bit in breaststroke lately. So whenever I do a 50 breaststroke, which I would do in a 200 IM, which is way more common, it hurts sometimes. I didn’t want to risk that, so I did the 100.”

“I’ve swam it in time trials before, but its not held at AAAs or nationals.”

Sister Rennes also set a record in the 100 IM, an event that’s not always held at the Yukon championship.

Rennes swam the 100 IM in 1:14.15 to set a new meet record for girls 11/12. The previous record was set by Fairbanks’ Bryn Spores in 1996.

mers that we don’t have here,” said Luke. “They were all very friendly and got to know them.

We may even see them at Western (Canada Summer Games).”

“They showed swimming can be done when you’re 15 and over,” added Bukszowana. “At the club we don’t have anyone who is 15 and over.”

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Aggregate winners Boys 10 and under 1st Christopher Blakesley (WGB) 2nd Theo Anderson (WGB) 3rd Thomas Gishler (WGB) Myles Dolphin/Yukon News

Yellowknife Polar Bears’ Liam Phillip races the 200-metre backstroke.

She also set meet records in the 100 fly (1:13.39), 200 fly (2:36.28), and the 400 IM (5:31.04). Surpassing a time set by former Glacier Bear Alexandra Gabor – a Canadian record holder and Yukon’s only gold medalist at the Canada Summer Games – is one that stands out for Rennes.

“I was really happy about breaking Alexandra Gabor’s meet record for the 100 fly,” said Rennes.

“There were so many people who came, it was just really fun,” she added of the meet. “It was really good energy there and everyone was really in the competition.”

Bakica’s older brother Luke also made amendments to the record books. Swimming in

the boys 13-14 division, Luke set club records in the 200 fly (3:04.37), 200 breast (2:50.20), and 100 breast (1:18.06).

“The 200 breast and 100 breast are by far my best events,” said Luke. “I’m looking to get the club record for the 200 breaststroke the next chance I get.”

Five members of the Yellowknife Polar Bears placed in the aggregate standings, including all three spots in the boys 13 and over division. The Polar Bear club sent a few boys as old as 17 to compete, years older than the senior Glacier Bears swimmers competing.

“It was a lot better to have the Outside swimmers. You got to meet role models with the older 17-year-old swim-

Girls 10 and under 1st Amelia Barrault (WGB) 2nd Amelia Ford (WGB) 3rd Kassua Dryer (WGB) Boys 12 and under 1st Gabriel Leclerc (YPB) 2nd Thomas Bakica (WGB) 3rd Aiden Harvey (WGB) Girls 12 and under 1st Rennes Lindsay (WGB) 2nd Ella Pollack-Sheppard (WGB) 3rd Meaghan Pennington (WGB) Boys 13 and over 1st Bronson Dolynny (YPB) 2nd Breten Walker (YPB) 3rd Roman Asmudson (YPB) Girls 13 and over 1st Cassis Lindsay (WGB) 2nd Danica Nelson (WGB) 3rd Aodhan Mooney (YPB)

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015

Boarders, skiers gobble up last jam of the season Tom Patrick News Reporter

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wo weeks after Simapalooza and a week after the Uphill Challenge snowmobile races, Mount Sima was the scene of one final event for the season over the weekend.

Snowboarders and skiers hit the “spring park” for Snowboard Yukon’s Slush Showdown Rail Jam on Saturday at Mount Sima.

About 30 participants took part in the first annual, endof-season event on the resort’s bunny hill, now chock-ablock with rail features.

“Snowboard Yukon used to do Sandor’s Ice-Breaker event in December, but we kind of stopped doing it because of cold weather, injuries and stuff,” said Crystal Legoffe, Snowboard Yukon’s event coordinator. “So this year we decided to do something different and do it right at the end of the year in the spring park.

“As for athlete participation it went pretty well and we’re planning to keep doing it and get more spectators in the coming years.”

The event saw some of the territory’s biggest names in the two sports compete.

Joel Krahn/Yukon News Adam Waddington, who Above: Snowboarder Reanna Newsome slides a 50-50 during Snowboard Yukon’s Slush Showdown Rail Jam on Saturday competed at the Canada at Mount Sima. Bottom left: Tim Schirmer blasts off the cannon. Bottom right: Etienne Geoffroy-Gagnon took first place Winter Games and the snow- among skiers. board nationals this season, placed first in open men’s snowboard. He beat the current Yukon slopestyle champ, Tim Schirmer, while Graydon Keenan rode to third.

Legoffe placed first for open women’s snowboard.

The 19-year-old placed first in slopestyle at the Yukon championships and posted Yukon’s best-ever result in snowboarding at the Canada Games in February, with sixth in slopestyle.

Reanna Newsome took second on Saturday.

Sammy Mather snagged the top spot in the grom (youth) snowboard division, ahead of second place’s Ethan Davy.

Etienne Geoffroy-Gagnon, who won three gold at last year’s junior nationals, came first for freestyle skiers.

Kyran Allen rode the rails to a second place finish and Dylan Reed slid into third.

Allen set a Yukon best finish at the Canada Games with fourth place finish in big air.

Reed won a gold and silver at the junior nationals earlier this month.

Evyn Dinn topped the grom skier division with Milan Lapres close behind in second. (No female skiers took part in the event.)

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Yukon judokas pin five medals at Alaska championship Tom Patrick News Reporter

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ukon judokas have to be quick learners at the Alaska State Judo Championships.

Unlike clubs in Canada, which adhere to rules set by the International Judo Federation, in the States they have their own rules.

“Basically, their rules aren’t the same,” said Yukon’s Shiroumakai club sensei Aaron Jensen. “It’s some of the finer points, some of the sacrifice techniques, some of the makikomi wrap-around techniques that we don’t allow the kids to do here in Canada, they’re fine with.

“It’s a bit of a learning curve.

Makes it a little worrisome for the kids. But all and all they did pretty good.”

Despite having to adapt to the U.S.’s rules, Yukoners won five medals at the 56th annual championship on Saturday in Anchorage.

About 100 judokas from 15 clubs competed at the championships, including seven athletes from three Yukon clubs.

“They went fantastic and the kids had a lot of fun,” said Peter Melanson, president of Judo Yukon and Northern Lights sensei.

“The winners won well and the kids who didn’t come out on top learned valuable lessons on what to do for next time. It was an allaround great experience.”

Of the five medals won by Yukoners, two were gold.

Whitehorse’s Cassandra Jensen of Shiroumakai captured gold in the girls U13 under 92 pounds division.

The green belt won her first two fights in under 10 seconds and then her third for gold in under 30 seconds. She performed a yuko throw into a hold on silver medalist Abbi Bridge of Anchorage.

“I guess you could easily say she dominated,” said Aaron.

Jacob Melanson, also of Shiroumakai, fought to gold in juvenile boys under 145 pounds. He cut five pounds the day before the championships to make his weight class.

“His first victory was Friday night, making his weight,” said

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Yukon’s Jacob Melanson, in white, competes at the Canada Winter Games in February. Melanson won gold at the Alaska State Judo Championships in Anchorage on Saturday.

Aaron. “Unfortunately there was only one other kid his age and weight. It was a smaller turnout than in the past.”

The brown belt, who was Yukon’s only judo competitor at the Canada Winter Games in February, twice defeated Harlan Standish of McGrath, Alaska, for the medal.

“The other kid was good on the ground, but Jacob was able to control him standing,” said Aaron.

“I think in Jacob’s mind he won fairly easily, though the other kids almost did choke him out. But he was able to stand him up and throw him for a point.”

Shiroumakai’s Daniel Tonner won two and lost two for silver in intermediate boys under 92

pounds division.

The orange belt suffered a back injury in his second last fight but was back on the mat in under four minutes to fight again and win the silver.

Yellow belt Kenai Bryden of Carcross’ Hiroshikaii club took bronze out of seven judokas in bantam boys under 55 pounds.

Shiroumakai blue belt Shayne Melanson lost two tough bouts, but came away with silver in the two-person juvenile boys under 178 pounds division.

Yellow belt Mackenzie Tonner of Whitehorse’s Northern Lights club dropped two fights, both of which went to judges’ decision after reaching the three-minute match time limit.

Damon Tonner of Northern Lights had a real uphill battle in Anchorage. The yellow-white stripe belt caught the flu before competing. He was also Yukon’s youngest competitor at six, fighting in an under-nine division.

Damon still won one of his four fights.

“He did have one win and fought fantastic,” said Peter. “If he wasn’t sick, he definitely would have won a medal.”

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Whitehorse awarded 2016 national slo-pitch championships

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Team Canada pitcher Tyler Randerson, left, is toppled as he tries to tag-out U.S.’s Justin Peraz during the 2014 ISF Junior Men’s World Softball Championship in Whitehorse last summer. Whitehorse will host the 2016 Senior Men’s and Women’s Canadian Slo-Pitch Championships next summer, it was announced last week.

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well,” said Arcand. “That was part here to play,” said Arcand. “We of our bidding for it. We said we’d won’t know that for quite some time. When we run the qualifier, send teams.” oftball Yukon has hit another the winning team will for sure Depending on how many home run in a bid to host a play and we’ll rank the rest of the teams from provinces and termajor championship. ritories decide to enter next year’s teams based on finish. Depending Whitehorse has been named how many teams we’re allowed, championship, Yukon may be host for the 2016 Senior Men’s we can got to number two, numallowed more than one team in and Women’s Canadian Slo-Pitch each division. So, for example, if ber three.”

Championships, Softball Yukon The 2016 Qualifying Tournathere’s space in either the men’s or announced last week. women’s division, the runner-ups ment will be held June 19-21 at “We moved forward to bid the Pepsi Softball Centre. This from the qualifier in June may for it hoping for exactly what year’s nationals in Dorchester will get up to the plate in next year’s happened and we’re pleased it’s take place Aug. 9-15. nationals. coming here,” said Softball Yukon Next summer’s men’s cham“It totally depends on how executive director George Arcand. many teams are going to come pionship will start on Aug. 7 “It’ll be a shot for our players to play in it, to play at home in a national. We’re very happy.”

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The 2016 championships won’t be Softball Yukon’s first time hosting a major event in recent years, nor will it be the last.

Whitehorse was home to the 2008 International Softball Federation Junior Men’s World Championship, the 2012 ISF Women’s World Championship and the 2014 ISF Junior Men’s World Softball Championship.

Whitehorse will also host the ISF Men’s World Championship

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“We have a very good facility.

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Bouquet tossers

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Another time

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Viola’s love in “Twelfth Night”

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Tombstone material

2012 Mark Wahlberg comedy

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Swamp fever?

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Doesn’t keep up

Valiant attempt to finish off a seven-course meal?

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Oxford institution

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Forestall, with “off ”

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Minerals to be processed

111 Deep South delicacy

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What an investor in golf courses might buy?

112 Reviewer of the paperwork?

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Beat soundly

117 “Don’t get yourself worked up”

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15

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“Sons of Anarchy” actress Katey

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New Look pioneer

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Like some communities

2

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Some digital videos, briefly

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Not on deck, say

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Match makers?

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Painter of illusions

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Big small screen

Releases

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Indicator of freshness?

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Boor’s lack

Rackful in a closet

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Two blender settings?

Org. of the Jets and the Flyers

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Mother of Levi and Judah

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One to beat

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Hunting milieu

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Church chorus

11

Discontinue

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Dismounted

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Flip response?

67

Preprandial reading

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Roars

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Audiophile’s preference, maybe

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Supermodel Heidi

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Outpourings

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What runners may run out of

____ Del Rey, singer with the 2014 #1 album “Ultraviolence”

69

Bandleader’s shout

98

“Prove it!”

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Hone

14

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101 UV light blocker

78

Caesar’s dressing?

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102 Residents of a certain – stan

124 Like cherry-picked data

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104 Lying flat

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105 Cut

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“Young Frankenstein” character

106 Be a polite invitee

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114 Die spot

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103 “You already said that!”

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118 Wine-barrel wood

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Rent out by the week or for a weekend.

867-821-4443

2-BDRM MOBILE home, on private acreage city centre, 3 mins to downtown, avail May 31, clean, vg shape, dd & refs reqĘźd, $1,500/mon + utils. 334-6868

HOBAH APARTMENTS: Clean, spacious, walking distance downtown, security entrance, laundry room, plug-ins, rent includes heat & hot water, no pets. References required. 668-2005

MOBILE HOME, Lobird trailer park, newly renoĘźd, great view, quiet neighborhood.

336-0499

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 2nd floor of building on Gold Road in Marwell Sizes 180 sqft & 340 sqft Quiet spaces with reasonable rent 667-2917 or 334-7000

3-4 BDRM 2-bath house, Porter Creek, spacious, wood stove, huge yard, N/S, $1,695/mon + utils. Contact suites@auroramusic.ca.

3-BDRM 1-BATH duplex, Takhini West, 1950's, wood floors, new kitchen, laundry in full bsmt, large fenced yard, $1,575/mon + oil/elec + $1,500 dd, refs reqĘźd, N/S. 668-2703 3-BDRM SUITE, Porter Creek, utils incl, dd reqĘźd, $1,900/mon. 335-3444

ROOM FOR rent, N/S, N/P, avail immed, $750/mon all incl. 393-2275 FURNISHED BEDROOM in new home, Ingram, responsible tenant, $700/mon all inclusive. 334-3186 SHOP/OFFICE/STUDIO Multi-Use Building with space available to rent Very Competitive rates Various sizes, short & long term Washroom on site Friendly environment whserentals@hotmail.com Phone 667-6805

FURNISHED ROOM in large home, includes wifi internet, cable tv in room, parking, kitchen & laundry facilities, avail May 1, $650/mon. 334-3456 LARGE MASTER bdrm, utilities, Wifi & cable included, $750/mon. 335-0236 34 YEARS, Yukon resident, rental property owner looking to housesit for summer 2015, extremely clean, I mow lawn, take care of pets, vacumm, elite references. MarcelGareau@hotmail.com

HOUSE TO share with others, donĘźt settle for dingy basement room or noisy apt, Porter Creek, N/S, everything incl, $750/mon. Info @ http://timmit.ca/share or tollfree 1-855-628-7138x99 3-BDRM, 1.5 bath duplex, Takhini, elementary school, Yukon College, near bus, big back yard & deck, $1,700/mn + utils.

335-6886 after 6pm 1-BDRM APT, downtown, $950/mon 1 person, $1,000 2 people, heat, light, cable incl, avail Apr 1, N/P. 668-5558

TITANIUM WAY commercial space for rent/sale.

1,000 feet includes office, boardroom, open work area, kitchen, washroom.

Separate storage area.

Wired for phone/data, has security system. $1,800/month + electricity.

335-1932.

2-BDRM BSMT suite, Wolf Creek area, newly built, 10 mins from downtown, all appliances, serious inquiries only, shared garden, refs reqĘźd. avail May 1st. 334-4024 1-BDRM, RIVERDALE, fully furnished, close to bus, upper level, N/P, N/S, $420/mon + utils + dd. 336-0368

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 1,200 sq. ft. on two levels, 3 upstairs and large open space on main level.

Located in the Calcite Center.

Terms Negotiable.

Call 393-2181.

1-BDRM LAKE front suite, MĘźClintock Bay, new, 30 mins from Whitehorse, great area for land, water recreation, furnished, $1250/mon incl utils. 867-334-5055 to view

1-BDRM LUXURY suite, 1,200 sq ft, wheelchair accessible, fantastic view, N/S, N/P, refs reqĘźd. 667-6579

1-BDRM SUITE, furnished, with garden, wood heat, N/S, pet OK, $750/mon all inclusive. 633-2455

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807-285-4908 3-BDRM DUPLEX in Hillcrest, wood/oil heat, w/d, avail June 1, responsible tenant, $1,150/mon + utils. 668-5558 2-BDRM LOWER suite, Riverdale, lg windows, bright & clean, avail June 1, N/S, N/P, $1,200/mon. 335-3660 3-BDRM SUITE, Crestview, new, fenced yard, all inclusive heat, electric, TV, Internet, private laundry, dishwasher, avail July 1, lease required, $1,800/mon. Text 336-0306 or lv msg ROOM, FURNISHED, cable, Internet, N/S, N/P, avail May 1, clean, storage space, $650/mon. 334-3456 or 333-3457 ROOM IN country residential home, Cowley Creek, clean, quiet, accomodation with professional male, reduced rent available for individual willing to assist as domestic help i.e. gardening, laundry, cleaning. 332-2151 2-BDRM APT, 404 Jeckell St, quiet & responsible tenants, avail June 1, view, 5 appliances, private entrance with plug-ins, N/P, $1,200/mon + utils. 250-767-3478

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

Real Estate Condo Studio in Nanaimo, B.C. Quality construction+materials, partially furnished w/kitchen appliances, well organized 300 sq ft space in quiet residential neighbourhood.

Transit, park, shopping nearby.

Low condo fees+utilities.

Asking $85,000.

Call 867-660-4516 NINE ADJOINING lots in downtown Atlin, power to property, offers. Lance @ 250-651-7531 2-BDRM 1-BATH condo, 1,221 sq ft, Main St, 2 units per floor, wood, tiles, carpet, humidifier, intercom, deck, bsmt storage, parking, wheelchair access, pets welcome, $314,000 obo. 250-716-6190, email hanasaly.czca@gmail.com INDUSTRIAL 332-0095

KLONDIKE RIVERFRONT property, 5 acres titled, 200 AMP electrical service, road access, 16ĘźX24Ęź log cabin, very private property, 20km south of Dawson City, $220,000.

867-993-3763 HAINES JUNCTION, lot 1026 Nygren sub, 3.9 acres, semi cleared/firesmarted, w/mobile home, no services, serious inquiries only, $75,000. 867-334-6065 FOX LAKE water front cabin on .144 ha lot, wind/Solar power, propane lights, fridge, stove, 5 rooms main floor w/large sleeping loft, mostly furnished, $247,000.

867-633-5540 OPEN HOUSE Sunday May 3, 1-3pm, 2-bdrm 2-bath condo with fenced backyard on greenbelt, tons of storage, lots of upgrades, #14-67 River Ridge Lane

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Yukon Learn - Volunteer Coordinator On Saturday, June 27, Yukon Learn will hold its annual Peter Gzowski Invitational Golf Tournament to raise funds for literacy.

Task description: Coordinate volunteers to help with Yukon Learn Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major fundraiser of the year.

Responsibilities include: Recruiting volunteers, designating volunteer position, track volunteers opn spreadsheet, and coordinator volunteers on golf day.

Skills required include: Good organizational and communication skills, enjoy working with people, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ability to work independently, flexible, committed to the project.

Time commitment: The job starts ASAP. We need as many hours as possible until the positions are filled and then the coordination on golf day.

Volunteer Incentives: Have fun being part of a dynamic team, contribute to raising funds to help Yukoners with literacy needs, enjoy a BBQ diner, entertainment and celebrity guest comedian, volunteer recognition and certificate, free coffee.

Please Contact: Cathy, community@yukonlearn.com, 867-668-6280 ext. 223, http://www.yukonlearn.com, 2158-2nd Avenue, Suite B

Volunteer Bookkeeper â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Kesho Trust The Kesho Trust is seeking the assistance of a volunteer bookkeeper to administer the accounts of the organization. The responsibilities would be to: a) maintain an account ledger; b)prepare and mail tax receipts to Canadian donors; c) pay bills; d) receive, monitor and integrate monthly statements of account from our office in Tanzania; e) prepare quarterly financial statements for review by the Board executive; and, f)prepare annual accounts for submission to our accounting firm.

The Kesho Trust is a small Canadian charitable organization that works both in Canada and Africa. We are registered in Tanzania and have an office and two project based staff in Dar es Salaam, one of whom is an administrator who handles all the accounts for project activity in Tanzania. Our annual budget is in the order of Can $150,000 most of which is currently managed in Tanzania through two major projects. The monthly activity in the Canadian accounts is minimal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; less than 25 entries.

In total, it is estimated that the time required for this work would be in the order of 8 to 12 hours monthly.

For further information contact: Bruce K. Downie, Founding Director â&#x20AC;&#x201C; bdownie@thekeshotrust.org

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

ZONED land in Sima.

1996 SRI mobile home, 79 Sandpiper, Arkell, large fenced lot. 332-4303

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YUKON NEWS PART-TIME CARPET CLEANER Days, evenings and weekends Experience preferred 667-4786

Castle Rock Enterprises accepting applications for:

Paver Operators, Screed & Roller Operators, Rakers and Labourers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Paver Operator: s Maintain proper paver maintenance and operation. s Knowledge and experience for the proper setup, operation and maintenance of paver auger feed and automatic grade control systems. s Operate paver and control asphalt delivery to and placement by the paver to mitigate mix segregation and support of screed personnel to maintain required asphalt thickness and smoothness requirements. s Coordinate truck dumping.

Screed Operator: s Knowledge and experience for the proper setup, operation and maintenance of paver auger feed and automatic grade control systems. s Observe and control distribution of asphalt mix to ensure uniformity to obtain specified compacted mat thickness and cross section while achieving proper surface drainage with minimal segregation. s Ability to discuss and plan daily project paving procedures and goals with fellow paving personnel to maximize productivity and workmanship.

Rakers & Labourers: s Able to follow direction, abide by company rules and comply with safety policies and OH&S regulation. s Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.

Finish Roller Operator: s Experienced in breakdown and finish

P-T CUSTOMER SERVICE REPS WANTED. Easy work from anywhere or from home at any time.

Experience not required.

Paid cash.

Own phone an asset.

Phone/text 867-689-9780 EXPERIENCED CUSTOMER SERVICE Fantastic opportunity to learn and do things that would take years to learn at a big retail store.

Wide range of responsibilities including: Expert Sales, Fabric/ Design Knowledge, Lightspeed Sales, Store Merchandising, Social Media Wizarding.

Light sewing duties: finishing, quality control, labeling products, maybe sewing on the odd button.

Apply in person to Andrea at Sportees.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015 KOSS FAMILY DAY HOME Looking for on-call employee Caregiver Must have at least Level 1 Call Yao at 667-6790 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today. 1.800.466.1535 www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com.

GPRC, FAIRVIEW Campus requires Heavy Equipment Technician Instructors to commence August 15, 2015. Visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca/careers for more information!

CLIPPERS BARBERSHOP is looking for a part-time or on-call barber with a minimum of 3 years experience.

Call Natalya @ 867-667-6605 MAINTENANCE PERSON FOR SKKY HOTEL Basic plumbing & carpentry experience required.

2 days per week, $1,000 per month.

Submit resume and cover letter to lberardi@rogers.com or at hotel.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Town & Mountain Hotel is looking for experienced, part time

Housekeeper & Door Personal Please drop off résumé with reference to Kayle at 401 MAIN STREET

Miscellaneous for Sale

1 Sales Staff Member 8 am–5pm, Mon – Fri

Candidates must be mature, responsible, reliable and able to work in a fast-paced team environment. Extended health and dental benefits are available. All necessary training will be provided in-office.

REQUIRED ABILITIES: s Physically fit in order to perform manual labor and work extended hours.

Knowledge of general office duties, retail experience, and computer and cash transaction experience are assets.

Wages will commensurate with experience.

Please submit resumes with cover letter as follows: No phone calls please. office@castlerock.com or fax: 867-633-2621

Apply in person, email or fax with resume and cover letter Attn: Deanna. Please no phone calls.

Closing date: May 7, 2015

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 QUEEN SIZE air bed, still in box, & Woodʼs air pump. 668-5786 We will pay CASH for anything of value Tools, electronics, gold & jewelry, chainsaws, camping & outdoor gear, hunting & fishing supplies, rifles & ammo.

G&R New & Used 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL PIONEER FEATHER-LITE parka, menʼs sz med, like new, $150, snowmobile suit, unisex down insulated, $75. 633-3053 GORGEOUS PERSIAN carpet, Habibian Nain, cream colour with blue trim, 600 knots psi, 5'X8', bought in Middle East, appraised + docs, $2,100, can send pics. 204-880-7245 herbeeking@hotmail.com

Taku River Tlingit First Nation

Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Key Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for safely completing all fleet and commercial mechanical repairs to trucks, trailers, and other equipment at our shop in Whitehorse, Yukon. Ideally you have achieved your journeyman status of the Heavy Equipment Technician, Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic or Truck & Transport Mechanic program and are able to diagnose and complete repairs on all aspects of heavy equipment. This position will also entail completion of work orders, offering direction and assistance to apprentice mechanics, and any other related duties.

Wage:

Starting at $41.00-$54.00/hr and up, based on experience along with medical and insurance benefits.

Schedule:

This position has a Monday through Friday work week, with shifts from 8:00am – 5:00pm and overtime and weekends as needed.

Qualifications and Skills: • • • • • • • •

High School Diploma Red-Seal Journeyman status in Heavy Equipment Technician, Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic and/or Truck & Transport Mechanic CVIP License is an asset, or must be willing to obtain.

Previous experience with repair of on-road heavy duty equipment is an asset Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrate the willingness to learn Excellent interpersonal skills with proven leadership ability Ability to triage the work in the Mechanics shop Knowledge of the technology side of the Mechanics job would be a huge asset as well.

This is a tremendous opportunity for a dynamic, ambitious and enthusiastic individual looking for a career with a vibrant and growth oriented company. If this sounds like something that would interest you, we want to hear from you.

Our preferred method of application is to email resumes to: sheldon@pnwgroup.ca We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest in this position, however only those being considered will be contacted.

Applications are being accepted until May 1st, 2015.

Finance Department EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Senior Financial Officer SUPERVISOR: WAGE:

Spokesperson/Chief Administration Officer $65,000 – $70,000year, dependent upon experience, knowledge and suitability STATUS: Permanent Full-Time Position in Atlin British Columbia CLOSING DATE: May 8th, 2015 4:00pm JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Spokesperson, the Senior Financial Officer is responsible for tracking the Taku River Tlingit First Nation’s financial resources. Responsible for implementing and monitoring financial control systems in accordance with the Financial Administration Law, co-ordinating annual audit requirements, budget preparation and forecasting, providing financial expertise to the Clan Directors and Spokesperson through the Finance and Audit Committee. Keeping the Finance and Audit Committee and Clan Directors informed on any budget variances that occur.

APPLICATION PROCESS To obtain a more detailed job description or to submit a resume contact: Vickie Cowan, Executive Assistant to the Spokesperson at (250) 651-7904 Fax: (250) 651-7908 Email: spoke.assist@gov.trtfn.com or mail to TRTFN • Box 132 • Atlin BC • V0W 1A0.

For Sale NATIVE BRAIN-TANNED HIDES and Tanned Beaver Pelts at reasonable prices Phone (780)335-3557 If no one is available please leave msg or call (780)461-9677 SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. KING CANADA KC-1440/Birmingham CT-1440G metal lathe, like new, vg cond, low time/usage, incl floor stand & extras, $5,000 + tax. 667-7573 Mon-Fri or lv msg USED TIN, beige & white from 60ʼX70ʼ shop 20ʼ wall, wall & roof tin, exc cond, value $18,300 new, asking $7,500. 335-5192 HANDICAP SHOWER chair, unused, white w/rubber suction cups, clean & exc cond, $85 obo. 336-4898 OLDER OIL tank , 250 gallons, no leaks, $100. 633-4656 DELUXE HAND-HELD shower massager, new in sealed case, 3 settings $20.

336-4898 GET-A-GRIP ULTRA traction on snow, casual, dress, athletic footwear, Womenʼs SML-MED, 5-9, menʼs 3-7, Euro 36-41, 2 replaceable spikes incl, $10. 336-4898 CANON PRINTER, PIXMA MP560, like new, memory card compatibility, print from camera, $150 obo. 336-4898 36” CHIMNEY length, 6” diameter, new cond, insulated stainless, includes 6” wall band, $65. 333-0914 BOTTOM OF wine barrel, one glass, bottle holder, solid wood, $200. 335-5352 MODEL 505 RCBS powder scale, new, $100. 333-5640 SAUNA, LIKE new, fibreglass body, for individual use, new $2,500 asking $1,200.

668-1045 LEE VALLEY Reel Mower model PA810 18” c/w sharpening kit, seldom used, $100.

668-3594 ACRI-TEC ULTRAJET, green colour, Jacuzzi pump, 3/4 hp 8 jets, $700. 393-3630 100 LB propane tank. 633-5569

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015 MANĘźS 10K gold ring with 3 diamonds, appraised at $875, replacement cost at $1,475, offers. 332-6565 100Ęź OF 3/4â&#x20AC;? cable with eyes on ends, $250.

332-6565 240Ęź OF 3.5â&#x20AC;? by 20Ęź lengths of Victaulic pipe with clamps, $600. 332-6565 VITAMASTER ELECTRIC tread mill, $75.

668-3968 ANTIQUE ESTONIA cedar trunk, refinished.

42x22x18, beautiful piece with lock, $625.

334-3300 WIDE WHEELCHAIR, blue, good cond, $160; walker for $25. Del @ 334-8318 OIL FURNACE, 3 years old, just serviced professionally, Olsen BML80B, 59000-97000 BTU/hr, Energuide 83, $900 obo. 335-8153

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YUKON NEWS 2 250-GAL water tanks surrounded by metal cage, haul water, $275 obo; 4 45-gal black oil plastic barrels fresh oil, great for diesel fuel or waste oil, $40 ea.

SPOT SATELLITE GPS Messenger, SOS, Help/SPOT Assist, Check-in/OK, Custom Message, Track Progression, new in box, never opened, regular $149, asking $89 obo.

633-6264 SCREEN DOOR with necessary kit for hanging, 81â&#x20AC;? x 36â&#x20AC;?. 668-5786 SPORTY BUFFALO wool hand-knit unisex pullover, attractive design, good-sized Medium. 668-5786 38â&#x20AC;?X70â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;MAGNETICâ&#x20AC;? mattress pad, hand washable, 668-5786

HURLBURT ENTERPRISES INC. Store (867) 633-3276 Dev (867) 335-5192 Carl (867) 334-3782

â&#x153;&#x201D; Beetle-killed spruce from Haines Junction, quality guaranteed â&#x153;&#x201D; Everything over 8" split â&#x153;&#x201D; $250 per cord (6 cords or more) â&#x153;&#x201D; Single and emergency half cord deliveries â&#x153;&#x201D; Scheduled or next day delivery

JABSCO MACERATOR Pump $100, marine engine compartment heater $200. 334-8414 MasterCard

IRIDIUM 335-9334

9555 Satphone, used once.

BEVELED MIRRORS, 22â&#x20AC;?X28â&#x20AC;?, $25; amber jewelry, $15-$30. 311B Hanson St, eves DAISY VICTOR Audio book reader from CNIB, great gift for visually impaired, c/w 8 books & headphones, paid $500, asking $250; 12 Vinyl Cafe CDĘźs, all in exc cond, $60. 668-2866 TRIPOD, OPTEX, 32" extended, $20, has telescoping legs, great for camera/video, eliminates shake from your pics. herbeeking@hotmail.com 204-880-7245 COLLECTION OF 446 decks of playing cards, some are vintage, c/w 3 wooden display racks, $300 for all. 668-2866 EXTRA CUBE van space to Edmonton/Calgary tentatively leaving May 12. We haul, you pay. 835-7255 BIONAIRE COOL mist humidifier with spare filter, $40; several hundred LP's, 1970s-90's, assorted styles, $2 ea obo. 668-2836 LOG PICNIC table, custom built, scribe fit, Yukon pine, top 3Ęźx8Ęź, finished with 2 coats wood stain, just built, can be disassembled, delivery/setup can be arranged, $600.

668-5511 TUXEDO, BLACK, 36 waist, 32 inseam, jacket 44 tall, cumberbund, bow tie & white shirt, worn twice, $125. 633-4796 WOMENĘźS OUTDOOR clothing, MEC pts, $25; rain pts, new, $80; MEC waterproof/breathable jct, sm, $150; Sierra D lightweight jct, med, $40. 311B Hanson St. eves DELTA TABLE saw, 10â&#x20AC;?, 115 volt, $120.

660-4406 CEMENT MIXER, 115 volt motor, $120.

660-4406 TOYOSTOVE, LASER 56, new, never used, c/w oil stand & tank, $2,000. 335-3431 APPROX 1,000 litres of below-ground furnace fuel, you haul away, offers. 667-6770 LOTS OF COMMERCIAL STORE SHELVING that came from Canadian Tire/Superstore.

Some new, one sided or double sided, pallet racking.

Enough to do warehouse.

Phone 333-0717 23" CEILING fan, satin nickel finish, still in original box, includes light kit with extra bulbs, remote control, 7 blades, requires 10Ęź minimum floor clearance, $375. 456-2383 COLOURFUL CLOTHING, ideal for any season, Alpaca sweaters, nice scarves for different uses, pants and ponchos. 332-0442 LYNX SKIN for sale, $250 obo. 336-2333

Electrical Appliances HOT POINT stove, free to good home, you pick up. 668-2807 WANTED: FREEZER in working condition, appr. 20cu feet. 335-9934 WANTED: HONDA 2000 Watt Generator.

335-9934 SAMSUNG FRIDGE, white, bottom freezer, 28x32x68, great cond, $400. 336-2450

TVs & Stereos FLAT SCREEN TV, 336-2866, lv msg SONY 7.1 STR-DH730 receiver with 5 Fluance surround sound speakers, valued at $800, asking $300. Everything works.

332-1200

Computers & Accessories 2 CELL phones, Sanyo Pro 700 and LG 231 Bluetooth camera phone. 667-6770 NEW DELL XPS 12 computer, OS Windows 8.1 64-bit, memory, 4GB, HD, 128GB, processor, 4th generation Intel Core, MS Office Home & Business 2013, security, McAfee Livesafe. 336-4898

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.

Beginners to intermediate Call for times and prices 867-335-0396 YAMAHA CLAVINOVA piano model CVP509, check wonderful features on Internet, perfect for beginners or advanced players, over $9,000 in stores, asking $6,200.

Serge 667-2196 after 5pm

Firewood EVF FUELWOOD ENT Year Round Delivery â&#x20AC;˘ Dry accurate cords â&#x20AC;˘ Clean shavings available â&#x20AC;˘ VISA/M.C. accepted Member of Yukon Wood Producers Association Costs will rise.

ORDER NOW 456-7432

Energetic individual required for local promotional products business.

Duties include all aspects from lead sourcing to invoicing of the sale. Ability to multi-task, work independently, establish client loyalty and trouble shoot are all assets. Established supports system in place - artists, back office, suppliers, and shippers.

Benefits package available. Bring resume into Murdochâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gem Shop, 207 Main Street.

Cheque, Cash S.A. vouchers accepted.

FRANKĘźS FIREWOOD Top quality, stacked cords for best value 1/2 cord, single cord & multiple cords Phone 334-8960 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

WANTED: FORK Lift truck, maximum 6,000lbs, any condition but not too new.

334-8444

2013 HYUNDAI Genesis Coupe, 2.0T, fully loaded, 6-spd standard w/cargo tray, winter front mats, new winter tires/rims, oil pan heater, 14,000 kms, $24,500 obo. 334-9039

WANTED: BOAT trailer with surge brakes, single or tandem axle for 2,500lbs weight, 20Ęź boat or greater, 25Ęź total trailer length or greater, $1,000. 334-6087

2011 NISSAN Versa 1.8 L SL, 4-dr, 6-spd standard, nav system, very clean, great mileage, 118,000km, $8,000. 334-1935

WANTED: OLD/ANTIQUE Yukon items to go into a cafe with a barn/farm theme for walls & shelves, anything considered, cash paid. 334-8444

2011 TOYOTA Matrix, hatchback, command start, summer/winter tires, 68,000kms, exc cond, $13,750 obo. Gary or Falina 633-4873

WANTED: LOOKING for lawnmowers, rototillers, snow blowers or anything with a small engine in need of repair. 335-1681

2010 DODGE Journey RT AWD, 70,000 km, set of winter tires, great condition, has car proof report & new windscreen, $17,500 obo.

333-2553

WANTED: BUCKET seat suitable for go-kart in decent condition, reasonable price.

332-0343

2010 MUSTANG GT convertible, 5-spd standard, Shaker GT audio system, 56,000 kms.

336-0505

WANTED: PLACER golds mesh sizes 16 mesh down to 1-mesh, spot price paid plus additional paid for 5-mesh to 1-mesh. Contact Darren at BarkervilleGold@outlook.com

2010 TOYOTA Corolla LE, 5-spd standard, 1.8L, very nice shape, 61,000km, $8,500.

334-1935

WANTED: WINDSHIELD for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. 633-2236 LOOKING FOR any size picnic tables/tables/chairs for large family event, any style will be considered. 334-4886 WANTED: MATURE, honest person to do light housekeeping and possibly some cooking, twice a week for a senior living at Marsh Lake, about 5 hours/week. Call Stella 668-4629 WANTED: KITCHEN cupboards, will remove for free or an agreed amount. 332-7879

DONĘźS FIREWOOD Junction beetle kill spruce Cut to your desired length Kwanlin Dun & Social Services accepted Firewood available for summer delivery Phone 393-4397

WANTED: DRYWALL, 1/2â&#x20AC;? small or full size pieces. 332-7879 WANTED: 456-7030

GAS-POWERED rototiller.

Cars

Guns & Bows LICENSED TO BUY, SELL & CONSIGN rifles & ammo at G&R New & Used 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY â&#x20AC;˘ SELL LEE ENFIELD No1 Mk III* SMLE, sporterized wood, aftermarket Lyman sight, full length bbl, new camo finish with clearcoat, good + condition, $340, PAL req'd. 667 2276

MicMac USED VEHICLE SPECIALS!!

2012 Toyota Venza #1504 / $35,527 .................................... PROMO $27,290 2010 Chevrolet Suburban LT #7675A / $60,830 830.................PROM .................PROMO $29,290 SOLD! 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 S #7388B / $28,998 ...................... PROMO PROM $21,290 "99335 "354 "3 354 54 tPROMO 54 t 4& 4&3 4& &$2 3 4"-&4 t #0%: 4)01 t 1"354 t 4&37*$& SOLD! 2011 Toyota Tundra SR5 4.6L V8 #7501B / $39,199 ......... $25,795 2011 Chevrolet Colorado #7519B / $26,105 ........................PROMO PROMO $ $15,795 2013 Chevrolet Cruze LT Turbo

LEE ENFIELD No4 Mk1*, professional conversion to .308 win, new .308 bbl, no finish, new bolt parts & synthetic stock, scope mount, no sights, no magazine, $500, PAL req'd. 667-2276

STOCK #7602A

PRICE: $22,645

2007 CADILLAC CTS Sport, fully loaded leather interior, heated seats, Bose sound system, 6-spd manual, 114,000kms, good cond, $14,500. 333-9100 2007 HONDA Civic, great cond, only 63,000kms, kept in heated garage, regularly maintained at dealership, $9,000. 633-2293 2007 PONTIAC G3, 4-dr manual, 140,000 km, good running condition, $4,250.

Call/Text 333-0047 2005 JAGUAR sedan, V-6, AWD, fully loaded, 2 sets of tires & wheels, leather, $10,000. 633-2693 2004 TOYOTA Corolla LE, 80,000 km, automatic, 1 owner, immaculate condition, remote start, AC, $7,500. 668-5044 2003 CHEVROLET Cavalier Z24, 5-spd manual. p/l, p/w, a/c, abs, sunroof command start, new windshield, brakes & wheel bearrings, touch screen DVD/CD player, winter/summer tires on rims, $4,000.

332-3040 2003 TOYOTA Corolla, 159,000 km, good cond, summer & new winter tires on rims, auto, blue, 2 owners, $5,600. 334-5047 or 334-5046

PROMO:

14,495

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2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT

TASCO RED Dot, exc cond, $20. 335-8485

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PRICE: $26,345

RCBS MODEL 505, new, powder scale, $100. 633-2488

PROMO:

13,985

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CSA VZ58 non-rest rifle, 7.62X39 w/orig muzzlebreak telestock, $950, PAL reqĘźd.

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2009 Ford Super Duty F-450 DRW STOCK #7354A

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WANTED: VOLUNTEER to teach beginner English to an adult. 393-2275

2011 Kia Sportage AWD LX STOCK #7551A

WANTED: OLDER snow machine in running condition. 660-5545

PRICE: $26,795 PROMO:

17,600

$

WANTED: STANDARD womenĘźs bike, reasonably priced. 633-2751 WANTED: COMMERCIAL grade butchers equipment & kitchen equipment, grinder, band, saw, mixer, range, coolers, smoker, tables, baking oven, etc, cash paid.

334-8444

2008 KIA Sportage LX, exc cond, 180,000kms, $4,400. 332-4303

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633-6019 WEDNESDAY, APRIL29

2015

HOURS OF OPERATION FOR THE SHELTER: 5VFT 'SJ QN QN t 4BU BN QN $-04&% 4VOEBZT .POEBZT Help control the pet overpopulation problem

have your pets SPAYED OR NEUTERED. FOR INFORMATION CALL

633-6019

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015

2003 TOYOTA Matrix, new brakes & transmission, good tires, good body, needs engine work, one exhaust valve blown, offers as is. 668-2162

2002 GMC Envoy SUV, burgundy, auto, 174,150 km, remote start, seat warmers, c/w 2 sets of tires, good & reliable. 334-9469

2002 CHEVY Malibu, 193,000kms, runs well.

334-1488

2001 TOYOTA Sienna van, 153,748kms, silver, outside cond is good, inside vg, $6,500.

633-5088

2001 FORD Taurus Wagon, great condition, P/W, P/D, fully maintained, $3,700 obo.

334-3456 2001 LEXUS LS 430, exc cond, 74,000 kms, fully loaded, sunroof, heated seats front and back, leather interior, 6 CD player, new battery, brakes, tires, $12,500 obo. 334-3456 1996 FORD Taurus, 4-door, 150,000kms, very clean, $1,200. 332-4303 1996 PONTIAC Sunfire, doesn't run, could be fixed or for parts, body in good condition, lower mileage, $250. 334-8590 1994 MUSTANG, exc cond, mechanically sound, 200,000kms, great all year-round driving, winter tires w/rims inclĘźd, $4,500 obo.

867-334-5055 1987 JAGUAR, new Michelin tires, new windshield, tune-up, $7,200. 335-3431

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1985 F350 Dual rear wheel, manual, 145,000 kms, $1,700 new winter tires, asking $4,500. 333-5247

CHEV 4.8L V6 4X4, 4-dr, body rusted, runs but needs some mechanical work, driveable, $500 obo. 334-7604 for more info

1948 FORD model 47 1/2 ton pickup, many spare parts, is work in progress, to view call 668-3229, lv msg & ph#

2 CHEV 350 heads, rebuildable, $300 obo; 1 Chev small block intake, $200. 334-7604 for more info

Auto Parts & Accessories

RAIDER TRUCK cap, fits 6.5Ęź foot box, front & side tinted & opening windows, exc cond with canoe rack, currently on GMC Sierra, $1,300. 456-7758 after 5 pm

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

2005 F-350 Super Duty super cab long box, V10, manual 6-spd overdrive, new 9500# Warnwinch, 2 sets 17" tires/rims, low kms, highway-driven bush truck. 633-5575 2005 F250 4x4 diesel super cab, new AT tires, brakes, alternator, ICP, IPR, FICM, 2 injectors, runs & drives, needs work, leak in high pressure oil, $4,500 obo. 332-1999 2002 CHEV SINGLE CAB 2500 4X4, V-8, auto, 226,000km, ex-Yukon Energy, good tires, new paint, complete service box, $8,900; 2002 Dodge crew cab 1500, 4X4, 5-spd, 139,000km, $5,900 obo.

Phone 333-0717

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

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If your lost animal has been inadvertently left off the pet report or for more info on any of these animals, call 633-6019 or stop by 126 Tlingit Street.

Pets will be posted on the Pet Report for two weeks. Please let us know after that time if you need them re-posted.

You can also check out our award winning website at:

WWW.HUMANESOCIETYYUKON.CA

FRONT GRILL from 2008 Ford Ranger Sport. 332-7879

Pets 1 MALE Yorkie/Havanese & 1 female blonde Toy Poodle, both fixed, they need lots of attention, they have lots of energy. 334-8280 for more info

FOUR 15â&#x20AC;? aluminium rims, 6 bolts, no tires, like new, good looking, have been on a Nissan Pathfinder, $200 for all 4. 335-6696

16-YR-OLD ORANGE male tabby cat & 13-yr-old female black tabby cat, free to good home. 667-6770

5 BRAND new Goodyear 245/75-17â&#x20AC;? 10ply mud/snow tires, $420 cost each, complete set of 5 for $1,350 obo. Call 332-1374

PART BEAR dog, clean & healthy, $60.

633-2837

TOYOTA ALLOY wheels, fits Tacoma or Tundra, 16X7, retail $490/ea, asking $125/ea or all for $400. 633-3053 4 TIRES, Nokian, like new, 195/65 R15, all season, $400. 867-862-7047 LOADHANDLER, MANUAL crank slides, mat along box bed for pick-up truck, unload firewood, brick, compost, $75. 633-4656 4 TOYO M/T tires, L/T 265/70/R17, 10-ply, 90%-95% tread, retail $1,860, asking $1,000 obo. 336-4898 TONNEAU COVER, grey, fits 5Ęź8â&#x20AC;? box, sell for 1/4 original cost, $375. 333-0914 THULE CASCADE XT, includes crossbars & locks, $175. 333-0914 2014 DODGE Caravan radiator cap, $3,600 obo. 334-2752 2 TIRES, 175/70 R13, all season, used 10%.

867-862-7047

ELLA

6-YR-OLD COCKER Spaniel & 12-yr-old English Springer Spaniel to give away to good family homes, not outdoor dogs, they can go together or separately. Judy @ 667-6770 or 667-4275

Motorcycles & Snowmobiles 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 TAITĘźS 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 RONĘźS SMALL ENGINE SERVICES Repairs to Snowmobiles, Chainsaws, Lawnmowers, ATVĘźs, Small industrial equipment.

Light welding repairs available 867-332-2333 lv msg 2005 SUZUKI Boulevard, blue, exc cond, easy to maintain, shaft drive, electronic fuel Injection, 800 cc, low mileage, $4,000.

335-4486 WANTED: 400-500 cc ATV in good working condition under $4,000, prefer Honda or older Suzuki, would also purchase a trailer.

334-8096 or alaenawarner@gmail.com

Arrival: April 10, 2015 Sex: Female Breed: Lab X DOB: Jan. 1, 2015 Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m new here to the shelter life so the staff are still getting to know me.

2 TIRES, 155/80 R13 all season, $75.

821-3369

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

Pet of the Week!

Come for a visit and meet your next furry family member!

FOR SALE or parts, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2.7l FWD auto, needs CV axles & tranny, new battery, command start, $500 or part it out. 668-2894

We Sell Trucks!

2007 DODGE 1500 RAM SLT quad cab, fully loaded, c/w canopy, 180,000kms, $12,000 obo. 334-8414

And more....

HAYNES MANUAL, Toyota pick-ups Ęť79 through Ęť91, $5; Frontier roof racks 46# end to end; Wen orbital car polisher, exc cond, $20. 335-8485

TOYOTA TUNDRA side mirrors, 1 pair original Toyota regular style mirrors, heated and powered, exc cond, everything works, should fit any Tundra 2007 or newer, $250 obo.

335-4650

2009 DODGE quad cab, 4.7L 4X4, white, 140,000kms, 20â&#x20AC;? alum mags, loaded, chrome running boards & window vents, orig owner, clean, $19,500. 867-628-0418

Mingus

GOOD YEAR MTR tire 285/75 R18, mud tires, paid $600, asking $400 obo. 336-2333

1989 F250 XL Lariat ext cab, trailer pkg, cruise, tilt, P/W, P/L, V8, runs good, matching canopy, $700 obo. 334-5408

2007 CHEV 2500HD crew cab 4X4, great unit, many options, trailer tow, fully serviced, new brakes & battery, $14,900 obo.

633-4311

Juanita

1995 JEEP Grand Cherokee, exc motor, has transmission problem, vg tires, some body damage to passenger door, 6-cyl auto, fix it or use for parts, $800. 390-2773

15â&#x20AC;? TIRE chains, $30; 215/70 R15 all season on 5-bolt steel Ford rims, was spare, zero miles, $50. 334-5408

1992 DODGE dually 12 valve, engine, tranny, drive train in good order, fair rubber, body in great shape, must be seen, serious inquires only. 668-3229 lv msg

2009 CHEVY Silverado 1500 crew cab, 4X4, heavy duty towing package, V8, 5.3L gas, c/w 5 new season tires, immaculate black interior, P/W, P/M, well maintained, $14,500 obo. 334-3427

Tristan

1996 GMC Safari SLE, AWD, 220,000 miles, V-6, runs good, 2 front seats, many newer parts, $800. 667-6433

KYB EXCEL-G gas shock absorbers for Kia Sedona 2002-2005 year, 2 for $100 obo, Gabriel Ultra G Force strut for front right side for 2002-2005 Kia Sedona, $50 obo.

334-6628

Trucks

2007 CHEV Avalanche 4x4 pickup, 113,000 km, new brakes/tires, tow kit, nav system w/Bose speakers, interior in mint condition, $13,500 obo. 335-2180

Orion

1997 LAND Cruiser, collectorĘźs edition, auto, beige, needs major engine repair, $1,800.

336-4112

FREE FIBERGLASS truck canopy for full size longbed box, 31 MacDonald Road, Porter Creek.

1995 NISSAN V6 4X4, canopy, clutch, tires & battery are new, manual, $3,500.

667-2791 btwn 4pm & 6pm

2011 TOYOTA Tundra, long box, regular cab, 4X4, 20â&#x20AC;? wheels, new tires, extra set of wheels & more, 72,000 kms, $26,000.

867-993-3763

Hannah

1998 4X4 Tahoe LS, loaded, body & motor excellent, awesome nice riding truck, tires new, under warranty, moving, must sell, $4,000 obo. 705-650-2373

4 MOTOMASTER tires, 185/70 R14, used 20%, $250. 867-862-7047

1978 CAMARO project, 80,000, 305 V8 auto, steering, upper & lowers very tight, quiet, drives like new, gets attention, no power options, all original, $3,200. 633-3819

2013 GMC Terrain 2.4L SLE-1, silver, fully loaded w/transferrable extended warranty, 9,550 gently driven kms, view at 179 Alsek, $27,000. 333-0825 or 333-0210

Fitz

1999 CHEV Tahoe LS 4x4, 4dr, 5.7 litre, good shape, runs great, room, power group, a/c, captains chairs, seats 5, $4,900 obo.

668-2262

3 TIRES, Michelin LT265/70 R17, great tread, $300 obo. 633-4311

MOTORCYCLE TRAILER, all enclosed, single axle, will fit large motorcycle. 668-2332 2006 HONDA VTX 1300, windshield, saddlebags, back seat rest, new tires, low kms, very reliable, exc cond, $7,000 obo.

335-2078 or 393-3211

633-6019 126 Tlingit Street

www.humanesocietyyukon.ca

2007 HARLEY Davidson Soft Tail/Heritage Classic, 2,800 km, lots of extras, too many to list, $10,000 obo. 335-6623 2008 KAWASAKI Verseys, low miles, exc shape, $7,000. Judy @ 667-6770 or 667-4275 (w) 2009 HONDA ST 1300, 9,800 miles, comes with some extras, new tires, very nice hwy bike, red/black trim, $9,900. 667-7223

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015 2008 BAJA 250 Wilderness ATV, low miles, exc cond, $2,500. 633-4656 2006 POLARIS 500 Sportsman, c/w plow, 2 gun racks, winch, low hrs, $5,000 obo.

667-6770 2008 YAMAHA FZ1 sport touring, hard saddle bags, full fairings, $10,000 obo.

667-6770 2008 ROADLINER, 2,800 miles, 1900cc, $9,300, may accept 1100 or 1200 Cruiser as partial payment, need lighter bike. 336-0995 1997 GOLDWING, good rubber, new battery, good shape, low kms, serious inquiries only. 668-3229 2004 POLARIS Sportsman 500, green, c/w plow, gun rack & racks, $4,500 obo.

667-6770 2011 ARCTIC Cat 550 H1 EFI Lim ATV, plow, deluxe front & rear bumper, 3,000 lb winch, battery tender, inline circulating heater, $8,100 obo. 633-3246 2008 HONDA CRF 230L dual purpose motorbike, 4 stroke engine, electric start, 1,130kms, exc cond, $3,300. 668-4198

Marine 20 HP Mercury 2 stroke long shaft, guard plate on keel, tank and new spare prop, $750 obo. 633-4508 18Ęź MOTOR boat, inboard engine, c/w tandem trailer. 668-2332 for info 18' KEVLAR Wenonah Jensen Canoe, Yukon River Quest winner, comes with skirt, life jacket, paddles, $2,100. 334-3300 16Ęź HARBERCRAFT, $11,000. 334-3778

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SALE, ATLIN, BC Excavator - JD330CLC, 2004, 6400 hours, 2 buckets, thumb, quick change.

Excavator - JD992DLC, 1995, 2 buckets, thumb.

Bulldozer - Cat D7-17A turbo.

White/GMC 10 ton Hiab, 1990, 16Ęź tandem flat deck.

Western Star Tractor, 1995, low bed and tri-axle high boy.

65' Diesel Drag Line, 2 buckets.

Car Hauler Trailers.

Fuel Tanks.

Offers, Lance 250-651-7531

EDO 3430 floats complete with Cessna 185 rigging, $10,000, located in Whitehorse.

Kevin @ 780-686-4825

Campers & Trailers

We sell used Class C RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s!

Check it out here

klondikerv.com or call us to view (867) 456-2729 TAITĘźS TRAILERS www.taittrailers.com taits@northwestel.net Quality new and used Horse * Cargo * Equipment trailers For sale or rent Call Anytime 334-2194 Southern prices delivered to the Yukon 2009 JAY Feather Sport travel trailer, 23Ęź, c/w equalizer bars & hitch, immaculate condition, $18,500. 334-9028

18Ęź INFLATABLE V hull boat with the stability of a flat bottom, 70 hp, trailer, $5,000 obo. 456-4926

2008 ARCTIC Fox 25P travel trailer, 4-season unit slide, full bathroom, sleeps 6, end bedroom, solar panel & extras, $24,900.

633-5804

21Ęź CAMPION fishing machine 210, walk around bow with cuddy, GPS, depth sounder, marine radio, 2 downriggers, 225hp Mercury outboard on pod, with trailer, $6,900. Email me at ekositsin@hotmail.com

2007 TRAVELAIRE 28Ęź 1/2 ton towable travel trailer, new tires, all features incl full bath w/tub & shower, equalizer hitch, $16,500 obo. 633-5419 2002 10.6Ęź Bigfoot camper 2 new batteries, stove/oven/fridge/freezer/showers/mic, lots of extras, large slide-out kitchen & table, used twice, $17,000 obo. 633-5132 MOTORHOME, DIESEL, auto, sleeps 4, good & reliable, ready to go. 668-2332 GOOSENECK HOLIDAY trailer, sleeps 4, has new wood heater, tandem axle.

668-2332 1991 5TH wheel travel trailer, 25 ft, new fridge & master bed mattress, everything works, $4,500 obo. 333-9900

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CANOES WANTED: Used Royalex tripping canoes in decent functional shape, 15Ęź & bigger, also polyethylene canoes suitable for Yukon River trips, Old Town Novacraft etc. 336-1709

BIG FOOT camper, exc cond, 9.5Ęź, full bath w/shower, hot water, oven, furnace, queen sz bed, sleeps 4, storage facility. New $40,000, asking $10,000. 867-334-5055 or 867-333-0050 1976 GMC Vandura camper van, good working condition, body has some rust, needs some TLC, complete w/fridge, stove, storage, bed, $1,900 obo. 334-3456 16Ęź UTILITY trailer, c/w side rails, loading ramp, new tires, $2,000. 667-6770

2011 7X14 +2ft V-nose enclosed cargo trailer with 2 3,500lb axles, white in color, exc cond, $5,000 firm. 393-4403

2007 29Ęź Forest River travel trailer. Exc cond, incls large slide out, separate bedroom w/queen bed, spacious bathroom & more, $16,900 obo. Josh 336-1559 3/4 TON utility trailer, white & blue, no rust, 2â&#x20AC;? hitch, $750. 334-4568

1992 BAYLINER 2556, 7.4L, 9.9HP auto-pilot kicker, galley, marine head, radio, GPS, sleeps 5, canvas enclosure, tandem trailer, many extras, $22,000 obo. 334-1001

Heavy Equipment DIESEL TANK, 5,000L, good cond, no leaks, $1,800. 867-862-7047 ROOM TRAILER, model Atco, 8ĘźX8Ęź, insulated, $2,000. 867-862-7047 WATER TRUCK, 1984 W900 and 4000 gal tank Bowie pump, fire hose manifold, new tires, certified, $27,500. 335-5192 SKIDDER 550 Timberjack, fresh motor, has 4000L water tank, large winch, full blade, $20,000. 335-5192 1993 JOHN Deere 244E wheel loader, runs & works great, c/w 2 buckets & set of forks, has 6,300 hours, $32,000. Gary @ 334-6685 1976 FRUEHAUF low boy, 40-ton, parked for 30 yrs, in nice shape, $15,000; 1994 Midland cross dump, $5,000. See at Don Cox New North Trucking or phone Mike at 334-3383 CATERPILLAR 955 track loader, older model, runs good, $8,000. 867-634-2321 btwn 6pm & 8pm

YUKON TRAPPERS Association AGM Sat, May 9th, 11am, Whitehorse Public Library

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Helmut GrĂźnberg

Saturday, May 30, 2015 6:30 pm Robert Service Campground Refreshments will be served

1995 25Ęź travel trailer, new tires, good brakes, exc cond, $8,200. 867-993-3763

Funeral Services for the late

1996 SPIRIT Motorhome, 27Ęź Class C, exc cond, $20,000 obo. 334-8414

Jennifer (Jenny) Moose

PLEASURE-WAY 2003 Excel MP motor home, Dodge 3500 auto, 52,000km, generator, air conditioning, showers, bathroom, queen bed, awning, microwave, convection oven, fridge, hitch, exc cond, $39,000.

867-821-4299

Saturday, May 2, 2015 2:00PM

ROYAL CARGO trailer, 7ĘźX16Ęź model, tandem 3,500lb axles, 1 trip to BC since new, $8,000. 867-634-2321 btwn 6pm & 8pm 2007 NORTHWIND 20Ęź pull type trailer, stove, fridge, microwave, AC, stereo, bathroom, jack and jill bunk beds, sleeps 6, hitch, loadlevelers, $12,000 obo. 456-4926

The Da Ku Cultural Centre Haines Junction, Yukon

Coming Events

Jenny will be laid to rest at Bear Creek beside her husband.

ATLIN - GLACIER VIEW CABINS â&#x20AC;&#x153;your quiet get awayâ&#x20AC;?

Cozy self contained log cabins canoes, kayaks for rent Fax/Phone 250-651-7691 e-mail sidkatours@ atlin.net www.glacierviewcabins.ca

Potlatch to follow.

Jennifer Clease

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 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

April 29, 1977 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 12, 2004

TENNIS YUKON summer kids camps. Sign up now for Tennis & Golf Camp or Tennis & Mountain Biking Camp. More information at www.tennisyukon.com

Still Missing You.

A celebration of life for

Meta Lillian Bailie will be held on May 10, 2015 at the Carmacks Tantalus School.

ALL ARE WELCOME.

COLEMAN 15.5Ęź canoe, $350. 633-3053 9.5HP JOHNSON short shaft outboard motor, c/w newer tank & hoses, $550. 336-2789

MAY MUSIC Magic, May 4th, 7pm, tickets $10, Yukon Arts Centre. allcityband.com

LATE 70S travel trailer, 18Ęź, shower, toilet, fridge, stove, furnace, $1,000. 633-2837 2009 TANGO travel trailer, 27Ęź, sleeps 6, mint condition, power awning, full kitchen, tub & shower, tons of storage, walk around queen bed, 1 slide out, $19,500. 399-3300

Aircraft

2014 ALLY folding canoe DR 16,5, never used, c/w storage pack & repair material, weight 20 kg/44 lbs, capacity 380 kg/835 lbs, $2,000. 660-4723 or 332-5450

Cruise the beautiful 3aFiŽF CRast iQ \Rur RZQ \aFht this \ear

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Love all your friends & family.

Bobby Francis Magun

Cross Country Yukon 2015

AGM Wednesday, May 27, 2015 5:30 to 7:00 PM Canada Games Centre Boardroom Light supper provided by CCY All skiers, parents & interested people encouraged to attend.

For more info & to RSVP: stoker@northwestel.net

B

obby Francis Magun passed away at the age of 36 on April 12, 2015. Born on June 16, 1978 in Watson Lake and laid to rest on April 21, 2015.

Heartfelt thanks to those who donated, those who shared their condolences, cooks and servers and a great thanks to the coordinator, Cynthia Jimmy.

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YUKON ORIENTEERING Association.

Learn To Orienteer Workshop May 2.

Pre-register by Wednesday, April 29. Barbara at 668-2306 QUEER YUKON: upcoming events for the LGBTQ community and allies, www.queeryukon.com YUKON LEARN Self-Directed Computer Studies (Drop-In) is cancelled for April, May & June. We will open up again in July.

KLUANE MTN Bluegrass Festival June 12-14, Haines Junction. Get your weekend passes now at Dean's Strings in Whitehorse, Kluane Machine in HJ, or online: www.yukonbluegrass.com TEEN PARENT Society AGM Thursday May 7th at 7:00pm at The Teen Parent Centre.

New members welcome. Visit us at www.teenparentcentreyukon.ca MARSH LAKE Solid Waste Management Society will hold its AGM on May 6th, 2015 7pm at the Marsh Lake Community Centre.

All welcome THE FROSTBITE Music Society 2015 AGM, is Wednesday May 6, 7pm, at the Frostbite House. Come one, come all, meet the new board and have your say SWAZILAND EDUCATIONAL Trust Society garage sale Saturday May 23rd. We are now accepting donations. Your treasures can help put a child through school in Africa.

Contact Kathy @ 334-4473

PORTER CREEK Community Association Annual General Meeting (AGM) Monday, May 4, 7pm, Guild Hall, Porter Creek. All Welcome. Come and show your support.

Info 633-4829 ELDERACTIVE RECREATION Association Annual General Meeting Friday May 1, 2015, 10:00am, ElkĘźs Hall, Whitehorse. Registration starts at 8:30am. All members are urged to attend. Constitutional changes are on the Agenda.

HOSPICE YUKON AGM Thursday May 7, 7:30-8:30 pm at the Golden Age Society, 4061A-4th Ave. RSVP to 667-7429, info@hospiceyukon.net HEALING TOUCH Level 1 course May 2 & 3. Advance Registration is required as the instructor is from Calgary. To register/ for more information call Michelle Evans at 334-4808 BACK CHAKRA Activation workshop June 6. Advance registration is require as the instructor is from the US. To register/for more information contact Michelle Evans at 334-4808 WHITEHORSE COMMUNITY Choir presents The Last Horizon, a musical tribute to the Yukon, 8pm, May 1st & 2nd, Yukon Arts Centre. Tickets available through Arts Underground & YAC MARY LAKE Community Association AGM, Tuesday May 5, 7pm, 53 Fireweed Drive.

Come & meet your neighbours.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015

ACTIVE TRAILS Whitehorse Association monthly meeting Tuesday, May 12, Sport Yukon Boardroom #1, 7pm. All Welcome! www.activetwa.org, activetwa@gmail.com SENIORS TEA, Swan Haven, Wednesday, April 29th, 11am-3pm. Tea, coffee, sandwiches and desserts, all welcome, no charge. 660-4999 for information MUSIC ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON, Whitehorse String Ensemble, Sunday May 3, 2pm, Christ Church Cathedral, 4th & Elliott, adults $10, youth $5, children under 10 free. Info Fumi 393-2588 BABY STORY TIME: Fridays, May 8-June 12, 10:30 am, Whitehorse Public Library, children ages 6-24 months and caregivers.

Free, drop in, 667-5239 TODDLER STORY time, Wednesdays, May 6-June 10, 10:30am, Whitehorse Public Library, children ages 2-4 and caregivers), free drop in, 667-5239 JOIN CANADIAN Parents for French for our AGM, Thursday, April 30, 7 pm, CGC Boardroom. Presentation and Q&A with the Department of Education. 336-0303 for info WRITING WORKSHOP (for adults): Writing for Children with Roslyn Schwartz, Sun, May 3 from 3â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5pm, Whitehorse Public Library. To register 667-5239. Free. Hosted by Yukon Public Libraries CENTRE FOR Human-Wildlife Conflict Solutions, WildWise Yukon, AGM May 26, 12:00-1:00 in the library meeting room, bring your own lunch. Board is seeking a new treasurer. New members are welcome

PINE TREE Quilters upcoming meetings: April 6 and May 4 at 7:00 pm in the United Church basement.

Email ptqcathy@gmail.com for information

ACCLAIMED YUKON Artist, Halin de Repentigny to sign Limited Edition Prints, May 6th, Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre, Artists Room, 5pm-8pm. See you there!

THE YUKON Art Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at 5:30 pm on Wednesday, May 13, at Arts Underground, 15-305 Main Street. More info: 667-4080

YUKON QUEST Annual General Meeting a Wednesday May 20th, 2015. Whitehorse Public Library Meeting Room @ 7pm.

MOUNT LORNE Local Advisory Council monthly meeting May 5, 7pm, Mount Lorne Community Centre. Find agenda on the Mt. Lorne website

SPRING FASHION Pay-It-Forward May 9, 11am-2pm, Old Firehall, great deals, clothes, footwear, jewellery, door prizes. Proceeds support Haiti girls and women. Info @ 456-4434

COLOUR THEORY by Amber Church opens with reception on May 1, 5-8pm at Yukon Artists @ Work. Show runs until May 31, Tues-Sat, 11-6pm, Sun 11-4pm

YUKON LEARN Society AGM June 17, 2015. For more info call 668-6280 ext 0

GO DIGITAL

YUKON AGRICULTURAL Association AGM: May 9th at Coast High Country Inn, 9:30am, special resolutions & panel discussion on local food, all welcome. Info: 668-6864 MUSIC YUKON AGM May 21 at the General Store of the Gold Rush Inn. Call Kim at 335-1428 for more information SPRING STORY TIME, 1 time only, Education Week, Thurs April 30, 1â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2 pm, Whitehorse Public Library, kids 2-6 with caregiver.

Drop in. Free WOMEN BUILD Week, May 5-9 at Habitat Yukon's SuperGreen Build in WhistleBend on Eldorado Dr. Celebrate Mother's Day in a new way. Call 456-4349 or visit www.habitatyukon.org for more info ACTIVE TRAILS Whitehorse Association AGM Tuesday, May 26, Sport Yukon Boardroom #1, 7pm, featured slide show, Walking the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. All Welcome. www.activetwa.org, activetwa@gmail.com

INCREASE YOUR REACH to your customers by advertising online at

www.yukon-news.com Call the Yukon News advertising team at 667-6285.

YUKON BIRD Club trip May 3 Carcross/Tagish, Spring birding tour with Clive Osborne.

Meet @ SS Klondike 9am or Tagish Bridge rest area 12pm, 5 hrs SATURDAY SALSA Dancing at the Wheelhouse, 9pm to 12:30am, Saturday May 2nd, Wheelhouse Restaurant, 2237 2nd Avenue. salsayukon@gmail.com for info FREE DIGITAL Skills for the Work World Program, May 4thâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;15th. Learn computer & workplace skills for finding & keeping employment. Call Yukon Learn at 668-6280 F.H. COLLINS School Council regular meeting at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, May 6th in the Library at the school. Everyone welcome RENDEZVOUS ROTARY Club's Artshare, 5pm-7pm, May 1st at the Old Fire Hall) is a great event to pick up more art at great prices. Check website or phone 633-5002 TEEN PARENT Access to Education Society AGM on May 7, 7pm, at The Teen Parent Centre. New members welcome. Visit us @ www.teenparentcentreyukon.ca

CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL Day of the Midwife, May 5, 4pm-6pm, LePage Park, everyone welcome. Meet Yukon's midwives, women who've used their services, and learn about the need for funding & regulation STROLL WITH the Mental Health Association of Yukon, steps to positive mental health to mark National Mental Health Week, Wednesday May 6. Meet at Hellaby Hall at 5pm followed by great BBQ DANCE GATHERING May 2 @ Leaping Feats, 8-9pm. Adults, mature teens, entrance by donation. Be yourself, connect with community and dance the way you want. whitehorsedancegathering@gmail.com

YUKON BIRD Club trip May 5 Whitehorse, Rusty Blackird blitz. Meet Porter Creek Super A 6pm, 2 hrs YUKON BIRD Club trip May 9, Carcross, at Nares Lake. Meet at Cacross Commons 1pm, 2 hrs; trip May 12, Whitehorse, at Fish Lake. Meet Porter Creek Super A 6pm

Services LOG CABINS: Professional Scribe Fit log buildings at affordable rates.

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

JACK HULLAND School Council regular council meeting on May 6, 2015, at 7:00pm in the school library. Everyone is welcome AGA DE la Fondation borĂŠale. DĂŠcidez avec nous!, 21 mai, 17 h 15, salle communautaire du Centre de la francophonie. Rens. (867) 668-2663, poste 500, fondation@fondationboreale.ca YUKON BIRD Club trip May 7, Whitehorse, waterbirds of the Quartz Road Wetland.

Meet at Boston Pizza 5:30pm, 1.5hrs ELIJAH SMITH School Council regular council m eeting on May 5, 2015, at 6:30pm in the school library. Everyone is welcome.

HOSPICE YUKON AGM Thursday May 7, 7:30-8:30pm, Golden Age Society, 4061A-4th Ave. RSVP to 667-7429, info@hospiceyukon.net FASSY PARENT/CAREGIVER Support Meeting Thursday, May 14, 6:30pm-9pm at FASSY Office, 4041B 4th Ave, Whitehorse.

Come share your experiences, wisdom & knowledge so we can learn from one another. 867-393-4948 TENNIS YUKON Open House and AGM, Sunday May 3, Mt. Mac Open House 3-6 pm, AGM at 6pm, purchase your summer season pass, meet other players, get info on programs/events. www.tennisyukon.com YUKON BIRD Club trip Carcross/Tagish May 3, spring birding tour. Meet at SS Klondike 9am or Tagish Bridge rest area 12pm, 5 hrs FRIENDS OF MacIntyre Creek are holding their AGM on May 19, 7pm, at the Glass Room at the College. Come & see what is happening. Snacks provided. 633-3771 YUKON ORIENTEERING Association first event for 2015 is May 6 on Chadburn Lake map. Start at Canyon City parking lot on Chadburn Lake Road 6pm. Bruce @ 668-5032 for info NEW LOCATION for Yukon Trappers Association's AGM, 175 Titanium Way in Whitehorse, May 9, 11am, bring your own chair if possible. See you there.

BUSY BEAVERS Pruning, Hauling, Chainsaw Work, Snow Shovelling and General Labour Call Francois & Katherine 456-4755 PASCAL PAINTING CONTRACTOR PASCAL AND REGINE Residential - Commercial Interior-Exterior Ceilings, Walls Textures, Floors Spray work Small drywall repair Excellent quality workmanship Free estimates pascalreginepainting@northwestel.net 633-6368 SUBARU GURU Fixâ&#x20AC;˘Buyâ&#x20AC;˘Sell Used Subarus 30 year Journeyman Mechanic Towing available Mario 333-4585 IS THERE A SENIOR you care about that needs assistance with meal preparation, medication reminders, grocery shopping, errands, light housekeeping, companionship, personal care, bathing, dressing, mobility assistance and respite?

Care provider with 20 plus years experience, practical knowledge, insight and compassion is ready to assist your loved one.

Please call Jane @ 335-9123 for more information.

FINISHING CARPENTRY & RENOVATIONS For Clean, Meticulous & Tasteful Quality Work INTERIOR â&#x20AC;˘Kitchen & Bathrooms, Flooring, â&#x20AC;˘Design & organization of walk-in closets, laundry & storage room, garage â&#x20AC;˘Wood & Laminate, Stairs.

EXTERIOR â&#x20AC;˘Decks, Fences, Insulation, Siding, Storage Shed DIDIER MOGGIA 633-2156 or cell 334-2156

CELEBRATE! Births! Birthdays! Weddings!

Graduations! Anniversaries!

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

CUSTODIAL SERVICES FOR #1 HOSPITAL ROAD WHITEHORSE, YUKON 2015

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 20, 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 Ross Lindley at (867) 667-3175.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

Meta Lillian Bailie Deceased of Carmacks, Yukon Territory who died on April 16, 2015.

All persons having claims against the above-mentioned Estate are requested to file a claim, supported

by Statutory Declaration, with Robert Holditch, on or before May 24, 2015, after which date the Estate will be distributed having reference only to claims which have been so filed.

All persons indebted to the Estate are requested to make immediate payment to: Executor: Robert Holditch Box 15 Carmacks, Yukon Y0B 1C0 (867) 863-5011

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PUBLIC TENDER Highways and Public Works TAXIWAY G EXTENSION, ERIK NIELSEN WHITEHORSE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, WHITEHORSE, YUKON 2015-2016 Project Description: The project includes construction of an approximately 200 metre gravel extension to Taxiway G at the Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport including removal of 1.7 m of existing material below grade and rebuilding with 1.55 m of Granular E base and 0.15 m of Granular F surfacing aggregate, grading and compacting of final surface, environmental compliance and traffic control.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 20, 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 Fred Jay at (867) 332-4480.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

The Yukon Business Incentive Policy will apply to this project.

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

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

Highways and Public Works

Yukon College Tender yukoncollege.yk.ca

RFQ2015498 Stipulated Price Tender â&#x20AC;&#x201C; General Contractor Services â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Reception and Student Services Renovation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ayamdigut Campus, Yukon College Closes: NOON PST, May 13, 2015.

Yukon College is inviting stipulated price bids for General Contractor services for the renovation of the Reception and Student Services areas of Ayamdigut Campus in Whitehorse Yukon.

The project includes the removal and realignment of walls, the installation of offices and a custom main reception desk, and related work. The project is due to be completed during the period June 1 to August 15, 2015. The Contractor will be requested to minimize noise and disruption to College operations as much as possible as the area will still have some level of use.

Sealed tenders, completed in conformance with the contract documents provided will be received up to NOON local time, May 13, 2015 at: Yukon College â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Procurement and Contracts Office PO Box 2799 500 College Drive Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 5K4 Contract documents are available by contacting purchasing@yukoncollege.yk.ca.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR YUKON MINE SITE OPERATIONS AND MINE REMEDIATION PROJECTS Project Description: To establish Standing Offer Agreements for the provision of Project Management Services for Yukon mine site operations and mine remediation projects.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 20, 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 Geena Grossinger at (867) 4563915.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

Energy, Mines and Resources

PUBLIC TENDER SUPPLY FIBERGLASS OR POLYETHYLENE SEPTIC TANKS AND RELATED PRODUCTS Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 20, 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 Germaine George at (867) 6675139.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

The Yukon Business Incentive Policy will apply to this project.

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

Highways and Public Works

Call for tender Re-roofing of the Centre de la francophonie The Société des immeubles franco-yukonnais (SIFY) invites you to submit a tender for the re-roofing of the Centre de la francophonie, at 302 Strickland Street in Whitehorse. Tenders must be sent prior to 8 am (PST) on May 18, 2015.

For project requirements, please contact:

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Lost & Found LOST: ON hiway in Ibex last Saturday, black rubber bucket with horse brushes, brown horse halter & lead rope. 634-5107 LOST: SILVER commuter bike and Kona mountain bike missing from my yard in Hillcrest on April 14/15. If found, please call 633-6770. One belongs to a sad child.

FOUND: SET of keys on trail behind Bell Cr. in Riverdale close to powerline. Call 668-4699 to claim PRESCRIPTION GLASSES, black & white in colour, found at the corner of Lewes & Alsek morning of Thursday April 22.

334-8560 FOUND ON Scout Lake Road, set of 6 keys on green metal snap ring. 633-3246

PUBLIC TENDER

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015 Business Opportunities

Looking for NEW Business / Clients?

HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT? COPD or Arthritic Conditions? The Disability Tax Credit. $1,500 Yearly Tax Credit. $15,000 Lump Sum Refund (on avg) Apply Today!1-844-453-5372.

HIGH CASH PRODUCING Vending Machines. $1.00 Vend = .70 Profit. All on Location In Your Area. Selling Due to Illness. Call 1-866-668-6629 For Details.

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PURCHASE OF TRAILER MOUNTED BOOM LIFT Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 20, 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 Jenny Richards at (867) 3936387.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

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

Highways and Public Works

EXCELLENT STARTER board, mid-range quality, adj bindings, 54" long, excellent edges/bottom, top like new with stomping pad (req no finishing), appraised at $250, asking $150. 336-4898

PUBLIC TENDER GROUNDS MAINTENANCE YUKON HOUSING UNITS MAYO, YUKON Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is May 6, 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 Wendy Andre at 867-996-2358.

NORTH FACE Steep Tech climbing “smear jacket”, Aztec blue/black, new condition, unique, lots of pockets, menʼs size M, new $460, asking $100. 633-3608 LADIES 15" Specialized Myka Sport black mountain bike, $300. 668-3877 2 SETS of Malone downloader folding kayak J racks, like new, will sell as a pair or separate. 335-3805 5.5ʼ SLED basket length, tobogan type, new bottom plastic & QCR runners, sled bag included, everything pristine. 335-7184 LADIES TAYLORMADE golf putter, assortment of Big Bertha clubs, new golf umbrella still in pkg. 668-5786

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Yukon Water Board Office des eaux du Yukon

Robert Mason Construction Supervision Northern Cadworks Ltd.

867-668-2238 rob.mason@northerncadworks.com David Lapierre Project & Building Manager Société des immeubles franco-yukonnais (SIFY)

867-668-2663 ext. 550 Cell. 867-335-2666 sify@afy.yk.ca

Notice of Type A Application and Public Hearing Avis de demande de permis et d’audience publique Application Number / Numéro de la demande: QZ14-041 Applicant / Demandeur: StrataGold Corporation Type of Undertaking / Type d’entreprise: Quartz Mining Water Source/ Point d’eau: Groundwater and Various Surface Streams Location / Emplacement: Mayo, Yukon Public Hearing Date / Date de l’audience publique: June 1 – 5, 2015 Public Hearing Location / Endroit de l’audience publique: Mayo Community Hall Intervention Deadline / Date limite d’intervention: May 11, 2015 @ 4:00 pm 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 a Telephone: 867-456-3980 - Fax: 867-456-3890 - Email: ywb@yukonwaterboard.ca 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 Téléphone: 867-456-3980 - Télécopieur: 867-456-3890 - Courriel: ywb@yukonwaterboard.ca

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015 Livestock HORSE HAVEN HAY RANCH Irrigated Timothy/Brome mix No weeds or sticks Small squares 60 lbs plus 4 ft x 5 ft rounds 800 lb Free delivery for larger orders Straw square bales available 335-5192 • 668-7218 QUALITY YUKON MEAT No hormones, steroids or additives Grass raised grain finished.

Hereford beef - $5.50/lb Domestic wild boar - $7/lb Order now for guaranteed spring or fall delivery.

Whole, half or custom order.

Samples available 668-7218 • 335-5192

SET OF wooden IKEA bunk beds complete with mattresses, $100. 633-2602 BONDED LEATHER microsuede large couch, beige & dark brown, good condition, reclines, $200 obo. 668-4321 for more info.

PROPANE COOK stove, make Brown, 4 burners + oven, clean, good shape, $325 obo. 335-7184 CREAM-COLOURED SOFA, exc cond, $200. 633-4707

PUBLIC TENDER ACCESSIBILITY UPGRADE TESLIN SENIORS UNIT #560000 11 CRAFT STREET TESLIN, YUKON

TIMOTHY/BROME HAY •No rain and in hayshed •Quality horse and livestock mix •Square and round bales •Delivery available For more information call 668-6742 or 334-4589

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is May 14, 2015. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location.

YUKON HAY FOR SALE Good quality Brome.

10 cents per pound.

Large round bales.

Phone 633-3388

If documents are available they may be obtained from Yukon Housing Corporation, 410 Jarvis Street, Whitehorse, Yukon. Technical questions may be directed to Robert Kostelnik at 867-667-5795.

APPROX 50 laying hens & 7 roosters, free to good home, must take all. 667-6770

Mandatory Site Visit: May 6,2015 at 11:30 a.m.

MURRAY MCGONIGLE horse chiropractor coming May 28-29. If you would like your horse looked at please contact Angelique at 334-2621 or barrelracingangel_101@hotmail.ca

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

LOOKING FOR a good home for my 3 female small standard donkeys, registered, mother and 2 daughters, very cute, friendly and calm. 393-3477

Baby & Child Items CHILDRENʼS CLOTHING in excellent condition, given freely the first & third Saturday monthly at the Church of the Nazarene, 2111 Centennial. 633-4903

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

CITIZENS ON PATROL. Do you have concerns in your neighborhood & community?

Be part of the solution! Volunteer valuable time to the C.O.P.S. program. With your eyes & ears we can help stomp out crime.

Info: RCMP 867-667-5555

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

ROSIEʼS DAY HOME Opening May 1, 2015 We will have openings for children 18 months and older Owner has been running the day home for over 15 years Call 668-3448

Furniture KING SIZE bed w/box spring, like new, $600; beige La-Z-Boy recliner, like new, $350. 335-5352 LARGE 6 drawer dresser & 2 night tables, real wood, $300 obo. 668-3968 TWO WHITE cabinets with doors in good condition, 35"x31"x15" deep, great for storage, $40 ea. 668-2836 TWIN/DOUBLE SOLID wood bunkbed, exc cond, 2 storage drawers, 1 double mattress included, $525. 393-4897 LARGE CORNER desk with high-end chair, $250. Mark @ 668-2437

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VEGETATION CONTROL, HAINES JUNCTION AREA

SUPPLY OF EDUCTION SERVICES VARIOUS LOCATIONS YUKON 2015-2016

BASIC GROUND SEARCH AND RESCUE TRAINING STANDING OFFER AGREEMENTS Project Description: Deliver Basic Ground Search and Rescue Training to Yukon Search and Rescue members at various communities in Yukon.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 19, 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 Pete Smillie at (867) 667-5220.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

Project Description: Supply of Eduction Services for Yukon Government outhouses and septic tanks at various locations throughout the Yukon Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 7, 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 Tamara Malcolm at (867) 3937483.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

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Project Description: Vegetation control KM 1548.0 to Km 1576.7 and KM 1592.0 to KM 1608.5 Alaska Highway, KM 164.0 to KM 180.0 and KM 197.0 to KM 206.0 Haines Road Yukon 2015-2016 Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 19, 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 Mackenzie Ingram at (867) 667-3697.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

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

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Project Description: Design and develop multiple exercise scenarios for an emergency operations centre.

Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title.

The closing date for submissions is May 21, 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 Michael Templeton at (867) 667-5220.

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

All tenders and proposals are subject to a Compliance Review performed by the Procurement Support Centre. The information displayed is as of date and time of opening and is not modified based on the results of the Compliance Review.

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

Community Services

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

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Applicant/Licensee Demandeur/Titulaire

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

PM12-032-2

Randy and Lori Carey

UNLLT and UNRLT of an UNLLT of Indian River

Placer

May 25, 2015

PM14-076

John Alton

Placer

May 25, 2015

PM15-008

No Name Resources Inc.

Placer

May 25, 2015

N/A

Municipal

May 11, 2015

Unnamed Creek, tributary of Simpson Lake

Miscellaneous

May 11, 2015

Application Number Numéro de la demande

MN13-043-1

MS14-048-1

GY – Op. & Prgrms. – Community Services YG – Hwys and Public Works, Transportation Engineering Branch

Hunker Creek, Klondike River and Groundwater 10 Mile Creek and tributaries, 13 Mile Creek and 60 Mile Creek

Any person may submit comments or recommendations, in writing, by the deadline for notice.

Applications are available for viewing on the Yukon Water Board’s online registry, WATERLINE at http://www.yukonwaterboard.ca or in person at the Yukon Water Board office. For more information, contact the Yukon Water Board Secretariat at 867-456-3980.

Toute personne peut soumettre ses commentaires ou ses recommandations à l’Office avant la date limite indiquée sur le présent avis.

Pour voir les demandes, consultez le registre en ligne WATERLINE au http://www.yukonwaterboard.ca ou rendez-vous au bureau de l’Office des eaux du Yukon. Pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez communiquer avec le secrétariat de l’Office au 867-456-3980.

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