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BY MARTINA PERRY PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

The City of Prince Rupert launched its Housing Needs questionnaire last week, as part of its Go Plan Survey.

The question-naire will assess thee housing needs off city residents who o don’t have a perma-nent address. Thee information collect-ed will help the city y plan and make in-formed decisions re-- Joy Thorkelson lated to accommo-dating and assisting g those residents.

“It’s imperative to look after the needs of residents who require homes,” said Joy Thorkelson, Prince Rupert city councillor.

“There is a need to create accurate and reliable See SURVEY on Page A2

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The COSCO Development, a 13,000 TEU ship, docked at Fairview Container Terminal last week, is the one of the largest of its kind and weighs 400,000 metric tonnes. It is 30 per cent larger than regular container vessels that call on Prince Rupert and is the second-largest container ship behind its sister ship, the COSCO Fortune, to ever dock at Prince Rupert.

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BY MARTINA PERRY PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

The proponent of the Oceanview Development experienced a minor hiccup in its efforts to move forward with its project last week.

A proposal by the Bryton Group to construct a housing development on a piece of undeveloped land between the RV Campground and BC Ferries Terminal was brought to the public on June 22, but due to a technicality plans are at a standstill.

The Bryton Group was looking for approval from Prince Rupert city council for the rezoning of the property in question from its present business industrial zoning to multi-family residential designation.

While the application was initially to extend Graham Avenue for 30 single family

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- Coun. Wade Niesh lots, plans increased to 37 in order to address concerns regarding densification raised by Coun. Joy Thorkelson last month.

As part of the project, the developer is prepared to construct a road connecting Graham Avenue with Highway 16 before the BC Ferries turnoff to create a much-needed secondary access point to the area.

The city held a public hearing to gather feedback last week, with a couple of residents expressing their concerns with the proposal

being changed without adequate notification, the presence of a salmon-bearing stream on the property in question and increased traffic down Graham and Atlin Avenues while the housing development and new road are constructed.

While not against the proposal, a representative from the Prince Rupert Port Authority told council the organization is looking to use the former J.S. McMillan Cannery as a container examining area, noting the presence of industry near a residential development could cause problems.

When it came time for council to consider moving forward with the rezoning application, the city’s senior administrators told council because the plans changed to 37 lots, another public hearing should be held.

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REZONING from Page A1 This would allow the public an opportunity to comment on the changes.

The recommendation didn’t sit well with some councillors, as the Bryton Group hopes to start work at the end of July.

“This is someone who wants to invest in our community, and I’m sure they have timelines ... These guys are ready to get to work and I think we should move forward with this,” said Coun. Wade Niesh.

However, members of council agreed to schedule a special meeting on July 6 to hold another public hearing in order to move forward in the same timeframe.

“We’re not at all here to hold up development. This is a procedural issue that could potentially have a negative impact on the city,” said Mayor Lee Brain.

The application could be approved at the July 20 council meeting.

SURVEY from Page A1 “There is a need to create accurate and reliable information for Prince Rupert to ensure proper planning,” said Zeno Krekic, Prince Rupert city planner.

The Housing Needs questionnaire was launched at a Block Party in front of the Fishermen’s Hall on June 25 in order to host a celebration with free food and access to services and resources for individuals without a set address.

Dozens of people attended the event last week, with a good number of residents starting to fill out the Housing Needs questionnaire.

“In terms of the city being able to take care of its residents effectively, it has to take care of all its residents, including those who don’t have houses or are vulnerable to losing their housing situation,” said city Go Plan and Housing Needs questionnaire organizer Mike Dewar.

“It’s important that we understand their needs so that we can plan for that and help accommodate all our residents and ensure that our residents are protected here and have access to a healthy lifestyle.”

As of last Friday afternoon, approximately 750 to 850 Go Plan surveys had been filled out — within the sample size that the City of Prince Rupert was looking for and more than

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Jaime Martin helps a Prince Rupert resident out with the Housing Needs Questionnaire last Thursday at the Fisherman’s Hall.

1,000 total.

To arrive at a look of how the results could be as accurate as possible within the limited timeframe of the project, the city’s simulations showed that the results can estimate the population’s wishes plus-or-minus five per cent, 19 times out of 20.

“You want about 800 samples to produce that level of position of estimability,” said Big River Analytics economist Johannes Edinger, who is working on the survey and

questionnaire.

The city’s newest questionnaire can be filled out until July 2 at the Fishermen’s Hall, Prince Rupert Aboriginal Community Services Society office located at 151-309 Second Avenue West, the Go Plan Survey office at 290 Second Avenue West and other service offices.

The results of both surveys will be released in a final report at the end of July.

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Wampler Way RCMP distribute ‘positive tickets’ bypass delayed

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BY MARTINA PERRY PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

The District of Port Edward postponed starting the last part of engineering plans for the planned Wampler Way bypass road last week.

The proposed road would remove heavy traffic from Skeena Drive, with vehicles being able to exit the highway before the entrance of Watson Island onto a road looping behind the community’s current footprint.

The road would reconnect to Skeena Drive well past any existing development.

Pacific NorthWest LNG has agreed to fund a portion of the bypass road’s construction after the company made a positive final investment decision for its Lelu Island terminal in June, as the project would create an increase in traffic flow through the community.

Bob Payette, chief administrative officer of Port Edward, said approximately 80 per cent of engineering plans for the road have been executed, with just final engineering specifications being outstanding. He estimated it will take between three and four months to complete.

“The question is do we go ahead with that and get the final engineering done, or do we wait for a final investment decision from PNW LNG [and its conditions] to commence,” he told council last week.

“Do we get it done and put forward the extra funds and save ourselves four months of agony, or do we save that money and wait and have four months of extra traffic?”

Port Edward council agreed to postpone making a decision for a couple of weeks in order to get more information.

Wheeled Prince Rupert citizens on bicycles, skateboards or longboards are being stopped by police these past few days months, not because they’ve done anything wrong, but because they’ve done something right.

Prince Rupert RCMP are handing out “positive tickets” equalling a pool/gym pass or a free Slurpee from 7/11 to anyone seen wearing a helmet while riding their bikes or boards, outlined an RCMP release last week.

It’s part of a new initiative focused on brain safety and responsible riding habits.

Last summer, RCMP distributed 120 bicycle and longboard helmets courtesy of a grant from Northern Health and funding from Farwest Sports.

The Prince Rupert detachment’s presence was also heightened at 2014 Seafest and Cow Bay Days to promote safe boarding and cycling habits. A longboarding race, cohosted by RCMP and Loaded Sports have also been part of the initiative, as well as school talks.

Not only is the program helping youth be safer on the streets while on wheels, but improving the

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Prince Rupert RCMP are handing out free passes to the gym or pool and 7/11 Slurpees to anyone found wearing a helmet while biking or board-riding.

relationship between younger residents and police.

“We believe that this initiative will be well-received by the community and will help to bridge gaps between law enforcement and young people,” said Cst. Matt Ericson in the release.

“In turn, it will assist in creating an environment focused on road safety education. While we are excited about issuing positive tickets we will also be increasing enforcement action for those who choose not to comply.”

Summer is the time for outdoor adventures and RCMP members would like residents to enjoy their

“[This] will create an environment focused on road safety education.”

- Const. Matt Ericson time in the sun, while having a safe and healthy time doing so, stated the release.

If you have any information on unsafe behaviours, contact RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477.

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Four to represent Northwest at heritage fair Editor: As a postscript to your excellent coverage of this year’s Northwest Regional Heritage Fair in the May 6 edition of the Northern View, it is worthwhile to draw the attention of your readers to the departure on Thursday of the student delegation selected to represent Prince Rupert and its surrounding ccommunities aat this year’s Provincial P Heritage Fair.

H Four students were chosen w ffrom among the dozens of young d historians who h eexhibited their projects at North p Pacific Cannery P o - Michael Gurney on May 1. Ryver Bryant (11) chose B the topic “The Annual All Native Basketball Tournament”, Sam Charlton (10) researched the background of the storied gillnet boat “Nishga Girl”, Cyrus Morrison (14) presented insight into “The Northwest Rebellion”, and Madison Watkins (10) prepared an elegant project on “Fishing.”

During the Provincial Heritage Fair, our northwest delegates will join 70 other students and fair alumni from around British Columbia for five days of historical exploration in the province’s capital.

These activities culminate in a public project showcase at the Royal BC Museum on Sunday, July 5. Representatives of the federal, provincial and municipal governments from southern Vancouver Island will address the students at the opening ceremonies in Mungo Martin House, the Kwakwaka’wakw big house on the museum grounds.

By acquiring research and presentation skills — as well as conducting “real history” through the examination of primary sources — participants in the Heritage Fairs program are shaped to become exemplary community leaders capable of critical thinking, with deep respect for our shared Canadian heritage.

“I am proud to

see this innovative approach to history expanding to schools throughout B.C.’s northwest.”

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The view from the East Coast I’ve just spent two weeks viewing events from the opposite same range as BC Hydro’s Site C project on the Peace River, side of Canada, in and around St. John’s Newfoundland. It’s which will part a sea of protesters and lawyers and move ahead the same country, but you wouldn’t know it sometimes. this summer. Nalcor Energy, Newfoundland’s electrical utility, Here on the West Coast, “kayaktivists” paddled around a is dipping into contingencies in an effort to keep it on time and Shell offshore oil drilling platform being serviced at Seattle, on budget. striking poses of resistance for the media from their petroleumHere on the Left Coast, enviros and the Green Party rail based watercraft. against hydro as well as oil and gas, and of course you Meanwhile at Bull Arm outside St. John’s, work can’t even mention nuclear. Climate activism proceeds continues on a massive “gravity-based structure” that in a logical vacuum in these parts, as it often does in will soon be drilling into the Hebron oilfield 350 km Europe. offshore. It will have living quarters and drill rig above Prime Minister Stephen Harper signed on to a and a tank with capacity for 1.2 million barrels of farcical “carbon free in 85 years” pledge at the G7 crude below. meeting in Germany. But hey, it’s an election year, not Offshore oil has turned St. John’s into a boomtown. a time for serious discussion of issues.

With one industrial park nearing capacity on the edge Imperial Oil’s Kearl oilsands mine at Fort of town, a second is under construction. Locals call McMurray has started production from its $9 Tom Fletcher it “Dannyland,” after its developer, former premier billion second phase, with the help of many Danny Williams.

Newfoundlanders. Production continues to grow, St. John’s Airport is buzzing with flights back and forth to heavy oil prices have surged with paving season, and large-scale Edmonton and Fort McMurray, and crew helicopters shuttling liquefied natural gas export plans begin to take shape in B.C. back and forth from offshore oil rigs. Tourism is picking up, With the legislature about to be recalled to endorse the with a new cross-Canada ad campaign and WestJet starting Petronas-led LNG export project, Premier Christy Clark has service to Dublin and London. assembled a climate action team with representatives from A foreign supplier won a contract for tankers to bring oil industry, First Nations, local governments and a couple of ashore. With no media-connected environmental groups to professional protesters for good measure. steer the subject to far-fetched disaster scenarios, debate in the They have an absurdly short deadline to recommend Newfoundland and Labrador legislature turned to concerns changes to B.C.’s token carbon tax, as gasoline consumption about maintaining local employment. returns to pre-tax levels despite continued high pump prices.

Outside the city, parallels with B.C. become evident. Tiny In St. John’s, another long, cold winter has finally loosened towns struggle to hang on as young people choose opportunity its grip after piling snow to doorknob levels. Every street in over isolation, and the only expansion is at church graveyards. sight is being patched and repainted.

While cities struggle with high housing and recreational The debate about new energy supplies has a more serious property costs, homes in remote areas are going for a song. tone in Newfoundland. The last elected premier, Kathy Up north in Labrador, a hydroelectric dam at Muskrat Falls Dunderdale, lost her job in the wake of winter power is under construction. Its $8 billion estimated price tag is in the blackouts.

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Have you responded to the City of Prince Rupert’s Go Plan Survey or Housing Needs Questionnaire?

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Special Events deserve applause Made-in-BC biomass Editor: Following an outstanding Seafest weekend, the Prince Rupert Special Events Society and their many, many volunteers once again deserve our collective applause.

On a weekend that had something for everyone, this core group’s ability to hold everything together

continues to amaze us.

Their dedication and enthusiasm fuel the spirit of this community, and makes our family proud to call it home.

Ken Veldman and Signi Solmundson Prince Rupert, BC

Students serve as community’s ambassadors As a resident of Prince Rupert and a six-year Heritage Fair volunteer, I am proud to see this innovative approach to history expanding to schools throughout BC’s northwest.

Moreover, a collective debt of gratitude is owed to Ryver, Sam, Cyrus and Madison, who for five days will be ambassadors of our community’s rich

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The company began in 1989 when Rob and Jim Swaan founded Pinnacle Feed and Pellet in Quesnel. After several years of successful operations, Pinnacle Pellet Inc. was incorporated in 1993. The company expanded by opening a second mill in the community of Williams Lake a decade later.

In 2006, the launch of the Houston Pellet Limited Partnership with Canfor and the Moricetown First Nation saw Pinnacle establish a 30% stake in a new pellet plant adjacent to Canfor’s sawmill.

Pinnacle continued expanding its business by acquiring a mill in Armstrong in 2007 and launching operations at a new mill in Meadowbank in 2008. In 2011, Pinnacle opened the $30 million Burns Lake facility, one of the largest and most technologically-advanced wood pellet plants in the world.

Today Pinnacle operates six pellet plants across the province, ranging in size from the 60,000-tonne operation in the Thompson-Okanagan community of Armstrong to the 400,000-tonne mill in Burns Lake.

Altogether, these plants have an annual production capacity of over 1.2 million tonnes, making Pinnacle responsible for more than half of Canada-wide wood pellet production.

Pinnacle’s pellet plants are located in close proximity to both the raw materials used in the production of wood pellets, and routes to European and Asian markets through access points such as the Port of Prince Rupert.

Each plant is also a significant contributor to the local economies they operate in. In Burns Lake, Pinnacle directly supports over 20 fulltime jobs at the site, more than 50 spin-off jobs in the community, and contributes to the overall health and sustainability of British Columbia’s forest sector, which employs some 55,000 people.

In December 2013, Pinnacle announced an agreement with Coast Tsimshian Resources to work toward a fibre procurement plan and the construction of new wood pellet plant in Terrace. Coast Tsimshian Resources (CTR), owned by the Lax Kw’alaams Band, is holder of the largest active tree farm licence in the area. CTR is confident a local wood pellet plant would provide a solution for low-end fibre that is currently wasted in the North Coast/Skeena area, making the best use of the forest resources under their control. The establishment of a wood pellet plant in Terrace is forecast to create nearly 200 jobs, and sets the stage for other cooperative agreements within the northwest forest industry, particularly the recently-revived Skeena Sawmills.

While still in the commissioning phase, Pinnacle’s Westview Wood Pellet Terminal is proving to be a critical link to supplying their rapidlyexpanding wood pellet business with access to overseas markets, where wood pellets are replacing fossil fuels as a primary source of power generation. To date, the terminal has shipped nearly 55,000 tonnes of wood pellets, and is slated to load the Star Athena bulk vessel next week.

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Cullen backs move to teach Sm’algyax

BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

Proposed new dump site “A� right beside the proposed terminal berth.

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Digging and Dumping A toxic amendment to a very strange permit.

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he last spike has just been driven for a huge new rail project, but the berth part of that project is being held up.

The project is a loop of rail lines around Ridley Island with a berth for supertanker sized ships by Coast Island.

Even though Canpotex hasn’t made an investment decision there is a hard push going on this week for a permit to start dredging in September 2015 for a berth to load mystery product off mystery unit trains; given no decision has been made, we can’t assume it will be for potash (official marine risk assessment lists 100 oil tankers leaving Ridley Island 2016).

The Canadian Environmental Assessment (CEA) of this project is going to extremes avoiding a Human Health Risk Assessment.

In Prince Rupert, we rely on local seafood and don’t want it contaminated. The first sign of trouble came in late 2012 when people found proper sampling had not been done for the CEA. After community pressure sampling results were reported in February 2014 which showed that the top 40 cm was contaminated with dioxin and furan.

Safely buried beneath a few centimeters of relatively clean sediment on the surface is a layer of toxins from the old pulp mill which are ten times higher than the Canadian guidelines.

In October 2014 a highly unusual permit was issued for dredging just the sediment underneath the top 40 cm.—an impossible task. Now they are asking for an amendment to that permit to allow dredging of the contaminated part too. But they still haven’t done a human health risk assessment.

The levels are so high that Dr. Chris Kennedy from SFU stated in a written submission to Environment Canada (with some deletions for brevity): • The concentrations indicate there is a high potential for effects in marine organisms. • Movement of contaminated sediment by dredging will uncover more contaminated sediments • The bioavailability of PCDD/Fs will likely increase with the loading of contaminated sediments • Humans may consume contaminated marine organisms in which bioconcentration and/or biomagnification of dioxins and furans have occurred; • Potential effects in humans from dioxin and furan exposure include biochemical alterations, developmental toxicity, reproductive effects, endocrine disruption, chloracne, and potentially cancer. • In order to mitigate the potential effects of contaminated sediments on wildlife and in humans, alternatives to the application should be explored.

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Skeena-Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen is supportive of the Prince Rupert School District’s (SD52) move to introduce the Tsimshian First Nation’s language of Sm’algyax to kindergarden to Grade 4 students.

In a conference call last Friday, Cullen endorsed the curriculum change, stating that it’s an important part of Canada’s reconciliation efforts and is beneficial to the kids’ overall learning by having a new language be introduced. “I think it’s a positive step. We’ve seen many schools across the north pick up more and more First Nations languages in the class,� said Cullen. “This is about understanding where we live, the cultures that are here and language obviously being the key that opens that door. It’s good on all sorts of levels in terms of respect, but educators will also tell you to have a young mind be expanded by learning other languages improves their abilities in all sorts of fields, not just language, but on all fronts.�

The MP is preparing for a B.C.wide tour from Prince George to Haida Gwaii and everywhere in between, as well as along the coast, for a final tune-up to connect with residents before Canada’s fall federal election.

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Language teacher Amanda Robinson runs through a Sm’algyax language unit.

Cullen said, while the NDP party may be atop some polls, that doesn’t necessarily translate to votes, especially with a few months to go until the election date, he stated. “It looks like a very tight and competitive three-way race ... The projections for the Northwest continue to remain strong. Good job growth figures ... with all sorts of potential projects on the books that may get launched quite soon. “We’ve seen mistakes made in the past where a party’s doing well or up in the polls and seen as the favourite and they get too far ahead of themselves ... The focus for me is very much about this constituency – what’s going on here, helping out a few other ridings if I can, but no, we’re very sober about this. There’s a long way to go,� Cullen said.

And with the positive final investment decision coming from Pacific Northwest LNG and a few First Nations bands not yet on board with the proposal, Cullen offered his take on a pressing issue that stands at the heart of the LNG terminal proposal. “The only real struggle the company has is around location. The impact on Flora Bank remains [a contentious point] and for some of the coastal communities, the general openness towards LNG is still there,� he said. “I don’t know if the company can modify what they’re planning to do enough to gain the social licence they need ... It’s dogged the project almost since day one, so fixing that particular conundrum will be in the company’s interest.�

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Legislature back July 13 for LNG deal 25-year tax and royalty agreement under review for Prince Rupert’s PNW LNG project

BY TOM FLETCHER VICTORIA / Black Press

The B.C. legislature is being recalled July 13 to examine and approve a 25-year tax and royalty agreement for B.C.’s first major liquefied natural gas investment.

Finance Minister Mike de Jong said last Tuesday a project development agreement for Pacific Northwest LNG’s pipeline and export terminal near Prince Rupert has been approved by the energy companies proposing the investment of up to $36 billion. The project still needs federal environmental approval and an agreement with Coast Tsimshian and other First Nations in whose traditional territories the pipeline and shipping facilities would be built.

Members of the Lax Kw’alaams Band voted down an offer from Pacific Northwest LNG in May, citing concern about the terminal’s impact on salmon habitat in the Skeena River estuary, despite a design change to build a bridge for the pipeline above the area known as Flora Bank.

The province revealed the general outlines of the project agreement in May. It provides minimum gas

royalty revenues for B.C., with increased revenue to the investors if the spread between North American and Asian prices increases during the term.

It also provides for compensation to the investors if future governments impose “discriminatory” increases to carbon tax or greenhouse gas regulations on LNG plants during the next 25 years. NDP leader John Horgan said he is concerned that the B.C. Liberal government overpromised the benefits of LNG development and may now be offering “too much lolly” to land the first big deal.

Pacific Northwest is a consortium led by Malaysia’s state-owned energy company PETRONAS, its Canadian subsidiary Progress Energy, Chinese state firm Sinopec, Indian Oil Corp., Japan Petroleum Exploration Corp. and Petroleum Brunei.

The B.C. government approved a separate 3.5 per cent LNG income tax last fall, and passed legislation to control the amount of property tax the local government can impose on the project.

Limits were also placed on conventional pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from the project, with carbon offsets required if the operation exceeds 0.16 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent per tonne of LNG produced.

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Sports In Brief Rupert loads up for Skate Day International Go Skate Day was held by Loaded Sports and the City of Prince Rupert on June 21 at the skatepark.

In the Men’s Open Best Skateboard Line category, Jeremy Randall picked up first, Billy Demings was second and Logan Clouthier was third. In the Youth Open, Cameron Culver brought home first place, Texas Campbell (Mickey) won second and Jose McKeever wound up in third.

In Youth Novice, Tyrell Carr claimed first in the division with Joe Shaw following in second.

In the Kids’ Open, first place went to Logan Stuart with Rusty Stuart grabbing second. In the Girls Open, Alexandra Muller took the top spot.

Culver won the Game of Skate and some of the best tricks of the day on the L-box went to Demings, who performed a Nose-Manual-Nollie Shuv-it. Culver skated a Kickflip-to-Flat on the pyramid, Randall performed a Blunt-to-Fakie on the volcano, Demings did a Nose-Manual-Nollie360-Shuv-it on the box and Randall performed a Frontslide-Bluntside-Shuv-it on the square rail.

Liu outlasted in Calgary Rupertite badminton phenom Adrian Liu took on India’s Manu Attri and B. Sumeeth Reddy in the first round of the Yonex Canada Open men’s doubles tournament in Calgary last week, but fell in a heated battle to his ranked opponents, 21-12, 15-21, 21-12.

In the match, lasting 43 minutes, each team led and didn’t look back, as Attri and Sumeeth Reddy pulled ahead in Game One 7-4 and 16-8 before taking the game. In Game Two, Liu and partner Derrick Ng tied their opponents 6-6, before taking their lead, 15-10 and in Game Three, the Indians’ win felled the Canadians, two games to one.

Scramble to benefit burn fund The Prince Rupert Firefighters’ Annual Best Ball Scramble tees off this Saturday at the Prince Rupert Golf Course.

Teams of four or individuals are encouraged to sign up for the event by calling 250-624-2000 and all proceeds of the scramble go toward the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund. It helps burn prevention and survivor support programs and funds medical care and training for B.C. and Yukon firefighters and residents.

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Kids’ camps highlight summer offerings

BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

The name of the game is kids camps for Prince Rupert Recreation this summer.

A whole slew of various themed half and full-day camps are taking over the civic centre and beyond, starting July 6 and running until Aug. 28.

The week-long sessions are centred around different elements that kids from ages three to 12 can explore.

For the three to five-year-olds, “Daring Detectives”, “Stars of Hollywood”, “Camp Buccaneer” and “Mini Einsteins” highlight the eight different sessions that run for three hours for the wee ones, either in the morning or afternoon.

Next, for the six to eight-year-olds, “Outside the Box Sports Camp”, “Wildnerness Trekkers”, “Passport to Adventure” and “Water Wonders”, among a few others, are part of the day-long activities.

Finally, the 9-12 age range features “Curious Inventions”, “Science Mythbusters”, “Eco Adventures” and “Super Sports” with four more diverse offerings throughout the summer.

These are also day-long.

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“The kids’ camps are run by our “big kids” ... so we have very competent staff that have gone through an orientation week, that’s included learning a bunch of activities, trying them out, making sure they’re going to work for the kids,” said Berry.

“They’re not going to be sticking with one age group, we want their expertise spread throughout.”

Along with the kids’ camps, the centre is hoping to attract the teen audience with a variety of programs including a week-long certified climbing camp for youth aged 13 – 17, which upon completion will net participants a Devil’s Crag top rope card which enables them to continue to climb and belay during Devil’s Crag open wall climbing times.

A ‘Pinterest’-ing challenge, full of do-it-yourself recipes, games and

anything participants can think of, has been expanded to include youth aged 13 – 16. “Planting 101” with Rupert Lawn and Garden and a free youth night titled “Back to School Bash” on Wednesday, Aug. 26 from 7 to 9 p.m.

“Our junior badminton also does really well and so does floor hockey, so we’re expecting those to continue on. One thing we’re trying to build up is kids’ yoga, because it can be a really great program. It would be nice to have kids to be able to relax and our instructors are really great at working with children,” Berry said.

Kids’ yoga includes songs, activities, dancing and games along with introducing kids to the basics of yoga and is open to the ages of 3 – 5 and 6 – 11.

“We’re trying to expand our youth offerings and we have adult programs going on as well. We’ve heard from the community that they’re looking for more things for the kids to do, so we’re trying to fill that void and help out,” said Berry.

For more information or to register for any recreation programs, call Prince Rupert Recreation at 250-624-6707, email registration@princerupert.ca or look in the recreation guide found at the civic centre or the Northern View office at 737 Fraser St.

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BY KEVIN CAMPBELL PRINCE RUPERT / The Northern View

If you’re a passing pedestrian or motorist on First Avenue West, you might get a chance to see a little Ford Model A in the parking lot of the Prince Rupert Fire Museum.

If you do and you have the time, meander into the museum itself.

The car signifies that inside, its owner Brian Hadland is on scene.

He’s not on scene battling fires in the same way he was years ago as a 32year veteran of the Prince Rupert Fire Department, but Hadland now provides a different kind of service – one that honours the past and propels it into the future with his stories, memorabilia and vehicles located within (and outside) the walls of the museum. “I love to putter on old things,� he said last week, as the rain that beat down outside prevented Hadland from showing off the Model A on this day. “I usually have it out here, but today was too wet. I didn’t bother.�

As the caretaker of the museum and its curator for the past number of years, Hadland is a walking wealth of fantastic stories, with topics ranging from the city’s biggest fires of all time, to the origins of Rupert’s docks and lighthouses, to war-time citizen patrols all the way to prohibition-era rum-runners along B.C.’s north coast.

Fire helmets from historical Australia, Austria, England and Prince Rupert line the walls and old street alarm boxes, firefighter paybooks (with $90 monthly salaries), newspaper clippings, firehose nozzles, ancient portrait photographs and old police rifles occupy the museum. Visitors quickly learn that these aren’t just mere objects they’re looking at, but fragments of time, complete with a story from Hadland to enrich the significance of every item.

Many artifacts predate even the incorporation of the city in 1910. “I’ve got a lot more,� said Hadland. “[Not here are] wooden hose carts and chemical hose wagons, air packs, you name it – I just haven’t gotten rid of it.�

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symbolic piece of his artifacts, is a working 1925 R.E.O. Speedwagon.

As its sign propped up against the old vehicle states, the Speedwagon served the Prince Rupert Fire Department from 1924 to 1950 and was the first truck with inflatable tires, electric lights and a starter. “The main reason why the Fire Museum is here, is because we did a search for the truck and we found it on Oona River, on Porcher Island [after it was sold to the community as a sand truck and lumber carrier]. It took about 1,250 hours roughly or two-and-a-half years to bring it back to driving condition ... In 1985 we towed it out of the salmonberry bushes and there wasn’t much of it left, but there was enough that we were able to bring it back,� said Hadland, who can tell you just as much about the interior of the car as well as the shining exterior. “I did the engine for it at home. [It’s] made from three different engines to make it run again [including parts] from Chatham, Ontario,� he added, motioning to the valves, cylinders, plugs and small cups used to intake fuel.

The bright red luster that the Speedwagon emits helps cement itself as the central “gem� in the museum’s collection of riches and it leads visitors through a walk around it, engulfing them with pieces of the historical timeline of Rupert’s brave men and women, who served both with the fire department, but also with the various police forces in town. “When the city was incorporated in 1910, they went from man-powered [hose carts] to motorized and the reason was the damp climate. They couldn’t have horses here because they developed hoof thrush (an infection of the hoof) on the mountain.

So, in the winter time, they shipped the horses into Smithers where it was dryer ...

We beat out Ontario – they were still using horse and wagons and Prince Rupert was fully motorized,� he said.

Hadland learned most of these tales from his great grandfather, who came to Rupert in 1908 and worked for the city. “He used to tell me stories about different things and that really got my interest going and unfortunately I was too young – I wish

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Brian Hadland is the caretaker and story-teller behind the Prince Rupert Fire Museum

I had more time to talk to him, I’d have more stories,� said Hadland.

Over the years, the museum caretaker saw the nature of calls change drastically as fire prevention became more entrenched in the public conscience. “We get more medical calls now than we used to. When I first started, we were getting calls about garbage fires, car fires ... fire prevention slowed that system right down,� he explained. “It’s amazing how kids can tell mom and dad ‘You can’t have that paper near the stove or you can’t have that candle burning anymore!’ because we used to get a terrific amount of candle fires ... and of course, wood stoves were a bad thing. There’s not so many ... anymore.�

Also making an appearance at the museum are relics from the prohibition days when rum-runners would do anything and everything to transport illegal alcohol up the coast. “You can see the deer carcasses and they all have liquor bottles in them and they would smuggle those up to Alaska during prohibition,� said Hadland, motioning to a black and white photo of bodies of deer, who had been cut open to hide bottles.

More guns are displayed, showing the “Gumboot Navy’s� artillery, a reserve of fishermen and civilian Pacific Coast Rangers, who patrolled the beaches and Skeena River for Japanese submarines during the Second World War.

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Perhaps one of the best tales behind the many museum’s old photographs, is Prince Rupert’s oldest police station, which was composed of a tent and an old tree, residing where the City Hall fountain now lies. “Inside the tent, the criminals were legironed and handcuffed to the tree until court the next morning. Finally, they got a wooden structure with a regular jail cell in it [later],� said Hadland.

Never satisfied with the status quo, Hadland has kept an ongoing restoration schedule of a black Mercury BC Police car, in use in Rupert from 1946 – 1950. He’d like to expand the museum to include the car, as well as the existing fire truck outside the building, dedicated to volunteer fireman Mike Martin, who used the 1950s vehicle for training. It’s whole front was destroyed in an August 1958 upheaval when former Mayor Peter Lester read the riot act to a 2,000-strong, uproarious crowd one night.

He’s also always looking to fix up the C.R.C., a 44-foot wooden tugboat, owned and operated by Capt. Charlie Currie and currently stored at Wainwright Marine.

It transported goods to isolated communities, helped construct docks and carry school children after being built in 1929. “It’s so precious in my mind, to save that boat because of Charlie,� said Hadland. “[All of that] was done with his little tug and pile driver. It’s so cool, you know?�

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Program Instructor The Program Instructor is responsible for assisting participants who will be entering into specific industry trades. The Program Instructor will assist participants to enhance/increase their proficiency/literacy levels that will address the identified skill gaps reluctant from the TOWES assessment. Implementation of lesson plans, evaluation processes as well as classroom instruction one-to-one and group-based instruction.

ROLE/RESPONSIBILITIES t Analyzes interviews and surveys collected to create job profiles that will direct the development of employer/industry-focused curriculum t Provides program orientation and pre-program invigilation of TOWES testing; t Defines student learning outcomes of the program based on employer/industry requirements t Design course outlines and instructional materials t Implements the learning program and assessment tools for evaluation t Counselling sessions with client to deliver an appropriate “individualized employment plans” using existing Essential Skills resources; new Essential Skills based learning tools Group workshops and self-directed learning practices t Arranges for post-TOWES and debrief results and next step planning t Participates in weekly and/or bi-weekly project team meetings QUALIFICATIONS t Bachelor’s degree in Adult Education or a Provincial Instructor Diploma t Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Curriculum Development and Adult Education t Essential Skills Practitioner Certification PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES t Experience working with Aboriginals or for Aboriginal organizations t Completion of or willingness to train in: Intro to Essential Skills and Beyond TOWES, Workplace Materials t Development and Essential Skills Profile Analyst Certification t Familiar with the required LNG trade requirement for trades such as Heavy Equipment Operators, Welders, Truck Drivers, Steamfitters and Pipefitters, etc. t Thoroughly familiar with electronic, print and other resources used in making helpful career and job search suggestions to clients t Working knowledge incorporating Essential Skills in an employment assistance capacity t Ability to facilitate groups and conduct individual counselling sessions t Strong abilities in both oral and written communication; writing reports, business correspondence and presentations t Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with Case Managers and other colleagues t Strong work ethic, planning and organizational abilities t Demonstrated ability to prioritize and complete work within a demanding work schedule t Proficient in the use of: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Power Point and Excel and has sufficient skills to help clients to use electronic resources To apply send a Resume with Cover Letter to: Jacquie Ridley, Chief Operating Officer Tribal Resources Investment Corporation Box 339, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 3P9 OR Drop off at :100 Grassy Bay Lane (Beside gas station) Application Application closes closes July June17, 15,2015 2015Start StartDate: Date:TBD TBD

Closing Date: Monday, July 6th, 2015 We thank all who may apply for this position; however, only candidates who meet the required qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

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Annunciation School Employment Opportunities for 2015/2016 The following positions are open for the 2015/2016 School Year:

Required for Aero Trading Co. Ltd., Port Edward. We are currently accepting applications for our 2015 fish processing season. Applicants must be capable of working in a physically, fast-paced environment.

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Please apply in person with resume 1080 Skeena Drive Port Edward BC or e-mail: terrie@aerotrading.ca

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t Full-time Education Assistant t Full-time Primary Teacher (continuing contract) t Full-time French / Learning Support Teacher (1 year limited duration) For details on these positions and how to apply, please visit www.annunciationpr.ca or contact the school office at 250-624-5873.

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Human Resources Manager Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this position’s primarily focused on recruitment of, management of, and providing direction for the people who work in the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities: t Recruitment for all levels of employees – preparation of job advertisements, first review of internal and external candidates, conducting reference checks, forming an interview committee, preparing letters of offer and new hire packages.

Due to the late design/layout changes which increased the number of proposed lots from approximately 30 to 37, Council has determined to hold a new Public Hearing. Consequently, this is a new/fresh Notice of Public Hearing with respect to Quality of Life Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 3365, 2015 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 3366, 2015 which will be held on Monday, July 6, 2015, commencing at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Second Floor of City Hall, 424 West 3rd Avenue, Prince Rupert, B.C. Purpose: Generally, the purpose of the proposed amendments permit residential use. The Quality of Life Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 3365, 2015 will change the designation from Business Industrial to Residential and the Zoning Amendment Bylaw 3366, 2015 will re-zone the property from P1 “Public Facilities� to R1 “Single Family Residential�.

Affected Lands: The portion of Block 10, Range 5, Plan Number PRP1617, District Lot 251, Except Plan 2011, & Waterfront BL R1 & DL 1992 & EXC PL 4761, 8208 & PRP13155

t Develop and maintain job descriptions t Complete all hires, change and separation paperwork t Develop orientation packages and recommend training programs to develop employee skills and improve productivity t Provide orientation for new employees t Maintain and update all employee files t Set up and administer employee records with benefit suppliers and with payroll t Facilitate employee relations with benefit suppliers t Facilitate employee skill development t Support the updating of policies by researching best practices and current legislation, recommending changes and documenting policy t Interpret policies and provide assistance to managers and employees on implementing policies t HR administration and maintenance of attendance and holiday records t Ensure probationary and periodic performance evaluations are conducted by managers t Track and maintain completed performance evaluations t Recommend policy and process changes that will improve staff moral and satisfaction. t Recommend and administer Occupational Health and Safety program(s) and processes as required t Ensure that Occupational Health and Safety programs are compliant with relevant legislation t Perform other related duties as required Qualities and Qualifications: t Must possess a Human Resource Management Degree t Must be fully versed in Employment Law, Labor Relations, Pension & Benefit Plans, Occupational Health & Safety, Compensation, Recruitment and Selection t Must be able to deal effectively with persons at all levels t Must have the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality t Ability to plan a Staffing Strategy for long term needs t Skill in providing quality hires t Minimum of 5 years successful experience in a Human Resource Management position. t Must possess strong proactive interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, understand, reinforce and provide clarification; in addition to having the ability to say no with diplomacy and tact t Ability to provide proactive ideas to working in a multi-generational, multi-cultural work environment t Must possess excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize ones’ self and the work of others; and the ability to plan in advance for significant tasks Metlakatla offers competitive wages and benefits and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume in confidence to the following no later than Monday, July 6th, 2015.

Harold Leighton, Chief Executive Officer Metlakatla Development Corporation PO Box 224, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 3P6 Office: 1 (250) 628-3201 Fax: 1 (250) 628-9259 Email: hleighton@metlakatla.ca Closing Date: Monday, July 6th, 2015 We thank all who may apply for this position; however, only candidates who meet the required qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

A copy of the Bylaw and relevant background documentation may be inspected at the City of Prince Rupert City Hall during regular office hours (9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) from Monday through Friday from June 24, 2015 until July 6, 2015.

At the Public Hearing all persons who deem themselves affected by the proposed Bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaw. If you cannot attend the Public Hearing, all written submissions (mailed or electronic) must be received by the Corporate Administrator by no later than 4:30 p.m. on July 6, 2015.

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WestPine MDF is a division of West Fraser Mills, located in Quesnel, BC.

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Preferred candidates are Industrial Electricians possessing red seal certification as a Journeyman Electrician. A good understanding of process systems, PLC, Wonderware, and instrumentation are an asset. Attention to safety and efficiency is a must. Good interpersonal and communication skills are also required to work in a team environment.

WestPine offers a very competitive wage and benefits package among solid wood divisions. Quesnel is a growing community of 25, 000 located in central British Columbia and offers a close knit, friendly atmosphere with modern recreation, education and medical facilities, and excellent outdoor living opportunities.

West Fraser is one of the leading forest products companies in North America whose goals are straight forward: Leadership through profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people, and strength in products.

Please submit your resume to: Jason Forman 300 Carradice Road, Quesnel, BC V2J 5Z7 Fax: 250-991-7115 Email: Jason.Forman@westfraser.com

Constituency Assistant Constituency Assistance Regular Full-time 35 hrs weekly North Coast Constituency Office of Jennifer Rice, MLA 818 3rd Ave West, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1M6 Application must include a resume and two references with contact information.

Under the general supervision of the MLA, the CA duties may include: 1.Assistance and Advocacy for Constituents 2. Community Outreach and Liaison 3. Information and Public Relations 4. Administration and Organizational Tasks Qualifications: t A good knowledge of the structure of the New Democratic Party and a fundamental knowledge of the role of the 3 levels of government t Knowledge of the communities in the constituency is an asset t Excellent interpersonal and communication skills t Ability to work independently and with flexibility t Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective information and advocacy strategies and to exercise diplomacy and political judgement is an integral part of this position t Must have the ability to administer the various aspects of a community office. Specific skills in computers, word processing, bookkeeping and clerical functions.

For a complete job listing please head to: www.bcndp.ca/jobs Only those applicants short-listed will be contacted.

Email applications in care of: ndp@leg.bc.ca with “Jennifer Rice CA Position” in the subject line.

No phone calls please.

Deadline for applications is July 17, 2015.

Notice of a Public Information Session Regarding a Rezoning Application for 180 - 6 Avenue East, Prince Rupert, BC - from R2 to M1 The Prince Rupert Masonic Lodge Association has applied to the City of Prince Rupert to rezone the property at 180 – 6th Ave east from R1 to M1 to allow warehouse storage for Mackenzie Furniture Ltd. The City of Prince Rupert gave First Reading to the project at the June 8th, 2015 Council meeting and asked the Prince Rupert Masonic Lodge Association to hold a public information session.

This Public Information session will be held from 5pm – 7pm on July 7th, 2015 at 180 – 6th Ave East, Prince Rupert BC The General public is welcome to attend the information session to find out more about the proposed project.

If you have any questions please contact Chris Procter at 250-600-7742.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Road Closure Bylaw No. 3371, 2015, Pursuant to Section 40 of the Community Charter Pursuant to section 40 of the Community Charter, the City of Prince Rupert hereby gives notice that it will consider Road Closure and Removal of Highway Road Dedication Bylaw No. 3371, 2015 (the “Road Closure Bylaw”) at the July 20, 2015 Regular Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m.

The Road Closure Bylaw will operate to close and remove the road dedication from that approx. 967.7 m2 portion of the Lane Way as shown outlined in bold on Explanatory Plan EPP51593 (the “Closed Road Lands”), a reduced copy of which is set out below and which forms part of this notice.

Further, pursuant to Section 26 and of the Community Charter, the City of Prince Rupert also gives notice of its intention to sell fee simple title to the Closed Road Lands, together with PID: 013-519-131, Lot 54, Block 29 Section 1 District Lot 1992 Range Coast District Plan 923 and PID: 013-519-140, Lot 55 Block 29 Section 29 1 District Lot 1992 Range Coast District Plan 923 (collectively, the “City Lands”) to J.P. & A. Marognas Enterprise Ltd. (the “Purchaser”).

The total sale value of the City Lands is $150,000.00. The City Lands are adjacent to, and will be consolidated with, the Purchaser’s lands legally described as: Parcel A and Lots 32, 33, 34, 35, 39 to 53 all of Block 29, Section 1, Plan 923, District Lot 1992, Range 5, Coast District.

The City of Prince Rupert invites anyone who considers themselves affected by the Road Closure Bylaw to submit written comments prior to the July 20, 2015 meeting or make presentation at the meeting on this specific agenda item.

Any inquiries concerning the proposed disposition should be addressed to: Rory Mandryk, Corporate Administrator, or sent via email to rory.mandryk@ princerupert.ca or via fax 250-627-0999 no later than 4:30 p.m.

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Fired drug researchers press for answers

BY TOM FLETCHER VICTORIA / Black Press

VICTORIA – Premier Christy Clark says an independent inquiry into the firing of eight health ministry contractors may be too long and costly, but the public deserves answers in the long-running controversy “in a very timely and cost-effective way.”

The B.C. Liberal government has been on the defensive since the abrupt dismissal in 2012 of university researchers assessing

drugs for eligibility under the province’s Pharmacare program. One fired contractor committed suicide, another is suing the government for wrongful dismissal and the remainder have been paid settlements and reinstated.

An independent review by labour lawyer Marcia McNeil last year failed to determine who made key decisions and why. McNeil said restricted terms of her review and a lack of documents showing the sequence of decisions left her unable to

determine accountability.

The health ministry initially said a confidential database of B.C. patients who had taken various drugs had been misused, and some of the researchers appeared to have conflicts of interest.

After Clark downplayed the suggestion of a public inquiry in Vancouver this week, NDP leader John Horgan said her actions indicate the government has something to hide.

“We need to be able to compel

testimony,” Horgan said. “We need to ensure that we’re protecting those public servants who might have something to say about this process.”

The affected employees released an open letter to Health Minister Terry Lake this week, calling for an inquiry that covers the legal costs of everyone affected. They said the program to assess the safety and effectiveness of prescription drugs has saved B.C. more than $100 million over the past 20 years.

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Mount Hays August 16, 2015

Simple safety preparations enhance wilderness enjoyment “You can put yourself in a situation where you can experience the wilderness exactly as it is— untouched and pure.”

“W

hen I’m outdoors, I feel that I am exactly where I’m supposed to be,” says Vaughan New, an avid hunter, fisher, canoeist, kayaker, rafter, and motivated outdoor adventurer.

By partaking in outdoor recreation, New escapes paved roads, motorized vehicles, and crowds of people. “You see things from a different perspective. You can put yourself in a situation where you can experience the wilderness exactly as it is—untouched and pure,” says New, who is an adventurous supporter of outdoor recreational activities and is well-educated and experienced when it comes to safety in the outdoors.

He has been involved as a safety kayaker in a rafting environment and has taught wilderness survival at the local college, high school and elementary schools.

In addition, New has been involved with Prince Rupert Search and Rescue, assisting and planning the local search and rescue group a number of years ago. He has been trained in basic search and rescue, ground search and rescue, ground search team leadership, and an assortment of other courses.

With all of his outdoor experience, New understands and recognizes the importance of safety in the outdoors.

“I think the most common injuries people experience when they are participating in outdoor recreation are ankle sprains, minor cuts and bruises, and even burns,” says New. “It is important to know where you are going and the conditions that are present there, so you can minimize your exposure to injury.”

New says that the safety risks vary throughout the year, as there are different dangers associated with the changing seasons.

“In the winter, you need to not only be aware of the cold and moisture, but also be careful of sunburns as the snow can act as an intensifier to the sun’s UV rays,” says New. “The summer brings hotter temperatures, which increases your risk for heatstroke and heat exhaustion.”

There are unique challenges that individuals face when

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Avid local outdoorsman Vaughan New has information to share about staying safe during wilderness adventures. partaking in outdoor recreation in the north. The coastal rainforest is unforgiving, with steep mountainous areas.

For beginners, New recommends checking the weather before you head out, having a map of the area you are going into, and taking someone with you or making sure someone knows where you are going.

For essential items, New says, “I recommend having a day pack ready to go filled with warm clothes, a water purification system, water bottle, compass, map, snacks, bug oil, and sunscreen.” “On overnight trips, you may want to have a sleeping bag, stove, dishes, or means to cook a meal, and a fire starter if you do not have a stove.”

Being stranded in the outdoors is sometimes a fear that prevents individuals from exploring the wilderness, but New has some advice that will ensure you stay on track.

“Always have a map and compass with you and some familiarity of how to use it. Should you become lost, stay where you are and try to set yourself up so that in the event you need to stay overnight, you can be as comfortable as possible. As long as people know where you are, somebody will come looking for you.”

New believes that safety is such a critical aspect of outdoor recreation for individuals to be aware of and educated about. “In most cases in the outdoors you are not close to direct first aid and it is more likely that you are 24-48 hours away from it,” explains New. For those of you who go hiking or exploring in the outdoors, or would like to start, New offered three great safety quick tips that will help you stay safe and on track: q Fill out a trip plan. Leave a note for a friend or family member with key details to where you will be, how long you will be there, and the supplies you will have with you. q Check the weather! There are many places you can see the predicted weather patterns for where you are going. q Have a day pack with trip essential items, such as water, a compass, and extra clothing in case yours become wet.

New says, “Safety is key because if you can prevent yourself from becoming injured in the first place, you can have more enjoyable experiences in the ‘wild places.’’’

For anyone competing in the August 16th Mount Hays Quickclimb or other outdoor recreation, being safe should be your top priority.

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