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ork has begun on a new open pit at the Minto copper mine west of Pelly Crossing. Ron Light, mine manager for Capstone Mining Corp., said the company received its new water licence at 9:27 a.m. on Wednesday, and started work at 11 a.m. “We’ve been prepared, just waiting to get this licence, so we started immediately,� he said. Last year, Capstone laid off nearly 100 workers from the Minto mine, while it waited for the water licence it needed to open the new Minto North pit. During that time, mine workers continued to process low-grade ore from existing stockpiles, and some from underground reserves. But Light said those reserves were quickly running out. “We couldn’t have waited much longer,� he said. There are currently 171 exploration employees and 131 contractor employees working at Minto. Light expects the number of contractor employees to increase to 200 or more over the next several months. Those workers will come from Pelly Construction, the contractor hired to strip the new pit. Jennifer Byram, vice president of administration for Pelly Construction, said the company hasn’t taken on new employees yet, but will prioritize Yukoners, members of the Selkirk First Nation, and people who were previously laid off. Byram said the contractor will be looking for a wide range of workers, including truck drivers, shovel operators, drillers, and blasters. She said the people she’s spoken with are excited to get back to work. “It’s gone on for a year and a half and it’s been most difficult, I think, for the employees in the field,� she said. “It has been a long process and it’s almost surreal that it’s happening. We’ve got dozers on
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Work on a new open pit began at the Minto copper mine on Wednesday after the mine received a new water licence. the ground and working, and it’s pretty exciting.� Light said Capstone hopes to extract the first ore from the Minto North pit in December 2015, and the pit should last for about 15 months. The company has identified another pit that could be opened after Minto North is exhausted, but Light said that decision will depend on mineral prices. With the new pit open, Capstone expects to produce 60 million pounds of copper next year, up from a projected 30.9 million pounds this year. Capstone applied to the Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board for an expansion of the Minto mine in July 2013. The Yukon government approved the project in June 2014, and Capstone applied for the new water licence in July. It’s taken over a year for that licence to be signed. “It’s a long process,� said Light. “The regulatory process in the Yukon is extremely long and intense and there are some overlapping areas between regulatory jurisdictions that tend to cause delays.� Last year, there was disagreement about whether Capstone needed a new water
licence at all. At the time, Mines Minister Scott Kent said the existing water licence should cover the expansion. But the Yukon Water Board disagreed, insisting a new licence was necessary. Light said he hopes efforts to streamline regulatory processes “will be of benefit to future mines in the Yukon.� Contact Maura Forrest at maura.forrest@yukon-news.com
Clarification The student union at Yukon College has clarified that it will be running the debate for federal election candidates on Sept. 23 with no input from the college. The student union plans to develop questions with students in the first two weeks of September, and has no plans to take additional audience questions during the debate. Questions will not necessarily focus on issues relevant to students. Previous information provided to the News by the College Relations Department in a Wednesday story was incorrect.
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Abandoned and underdeveloped The City of Whitehorse is pondering what to do about all the empty spaces around town
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Vacant lots, from left to right; Front Street near the Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre; the corner of Second Avenue and Hanson Street; and Fifth and Rogers Street. - such as increased taxes - were warranted at this time, they News Reporter reported. • • • brisk, downtown walk In a piece for the Yukon News can take you past several last year, local lawyer Graham abandoned buildings and Lang suggested two ways of dealvacant lots, where you might aling with vacant lots and abanmost expect to see tumbleweeds doned buildings in downtown drifting by. The 20,000-square foot site of Whitehorse. The first was to implement a the former Esso station, on the vacant building bylaw that would corner of Second Avenue and penalize property owners after Hanson, is one example. a period of time, if they ignored After years of uncertainty, it was recently declared fully reme- maintenance on their buildings. It’s a model that’s been used diated and put on the market for in Winnipeg since 2010, among $875,000. It’s a prime piece of real estate, other Canadian cities. Owners face fines of over $1,000 if they just like the building that forwant to board up their buildings merly housed the Dairy Queen, but fail to acquire the proper perlocated just a few blocks north. mit to do so, for example. When contacted earlier this Lang also suggested reweek, the family listed as owners adjusting the city’s commercial of the former ice cream shop property tax system to encourage declined to comment about its development. future. • • • But they did say there were no Whitehorse city councillor immediate plans for the property John Streicker said downtown because of the state of today’s densification was identified as economy. a strategic direction for council • • • some time ago. Those aren’t the only empty Part of that direction, he said, spots in town. was to look at underutilized lots In March, the City of Whiteand find ways to encourage their horse hired Vector Research to use. complete an assessment on the “We explored both carrot and potential for new development incentives for downtown proper- stick – the incentives and the disincentives,” Streicker said this ties. week. Through their research, the Members of council, along consultants determined that with city administration, looked approximately 88 lots – or eight per cent of downtown properties at the Winnipeg model and concluded that it wouldn’t work for – were considered “underdeveloped,” meaning they have an as- Whitehorse. Winnipeg had large clusters sessment value of under $10,000. of abandoned buildings and The properties are well-disvacant lots, while Whitehorse persed throughout the downtown area, Vector concluded, and doesn’t have that issue, Streicker explained. ownership is spread among a “Basically we looked at what diverse number of people. current systems we have, how As a result, no punitive measures against property owners we can improve them, how to Myles Dolphin
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streamline development so we don’t provide too many barriers,” he said. One example Streicker gave was how the city could potentially waive its development cost charges (DCC). Those charges are usually levied on land developers who build living suites and put aside for the funding of future growth. “They have little impact on infrastructure, yet they can have a large impact on the increased dwelling supply in a city,” Mike Gau, director of development services, said. “To spur that development on, it was suggested that we look at waiving that cost charge because suites are helping keep those future growth costs down. If we’re going to add any financial incentives, that is a good candidate.” The idea will be presented to council for consideration in late August. • • • In their final draft report to the city, Vector Research consultants made nine recommendations. One was to provide grants to assess the feasibility of potential projects for underdeveloped lots in the downtown area. Another suggested preparing information packages for potential developers regarding the remediation process, and what funding might be available for that. At a Council and Senior Management meeting last week, members of council directed city administration to clarify the meaning of population density in downtown Whitehorse, and to have a consultation process with residents of the Old Town neighbourhood to clarify zoning in the area. It’ll be part of the city’s Down-
town Plan planning process for 2016. “We did some work with Old Town residents a few years ago, we had a lot of applications coming to council for approval to build multiple family developments there,” Gau said. “But there was a lot of pushback on that. The city has a lot of policies pushing density in the downtown area so there was a bit of a collision there with the community.” City staff have also been tasked with managing and updating a new vacant lot list for future developers. It will also produce information on the development process and what that entails, as well as what to do if properties are contaminated and where money could be found for remediation. • • • There are plans already underway for some of the vacant lots in the downtown area. Some of the land, such as lots in the Downtown South area – which extends north-south from Lambert Street to Robert Service Way, and east-west from Second Avenue to the clay cliffs – is owned by the Yukon government. The city has already announced a partnership with the government to determine what to do with the vacant lot at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Rogers Street, an area almost two city blocks in size. And over on Alexander Street, the city has recently doled out a significant tax break – up to $500,000 over 10 years – to the developer of a four-storey building. It’s part of the Development Incentives Policy the city approved in Aug. 2011 and updated in April 2013. • • •
Kirk Cameron was part of the council that approved that policy. But before working as a councillor, he made a presentation to members of council in 2011 about the importance of densifying the downtown core. Cameron, who resigned from his position earlier this year, said there is a certain “vitality and vibrancy” that comes with a more dense downtown centre. “When you get a whole lot of people and the energy that comes with that, it has a certain feel to it and I think that’s really quite positive,” he said. “I’m sensing we’re starting to get that in Whitehorse. You see places like the Watershed that pop up and that draws a certain crowd.” Cameron said the land in the Downtown South area, in particular, is “wasted space” that needs to be addressed. “It shouldn’t just sit there on the books.” A cursory calculation suggests almost 10,000 more residents could fit into the downtown area if lots were developed using the density of the Bling Condos on Hanson Street, Cameron said. • • • But Gau said it’s a good thing for a city to have a healthy supply of vacant lots. When businesses come to town looking for land to develop, they have options, he said. If the percentage of vacant lots is too high or too low, you have to adjust your policies, Gau added – but according to the consultants, Whitehorse is in good shape. “We have to think long-term and it takes multiple years to do a development,” Gau said. “Things turn over in time.” Contact Myles Dolphin at myles@yukon-news.com
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F.H. Collins dismissed for French high school relocation Pierre Chauvin News Reporter
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he old F.H. Collins school is not an option anymore for temporarily relocating French high school students while a new school is built, Education Minister Doug Graham said. Currently high school students share Ecole Emilie-Tremblay with elementary students in cramped conditions. Last May, parents petitioned the French school board, asking that an interim solution be found while a new high school is built. “This is not something we’re going to impose on the (board), we’re trying to work out a solution that works out for everyone,” said Graham. A month later the board told parents it was considering the old F.H. Collins school since students there are scheduled to move to a
new building in January. The decision not to use the old school was mutual, the Department of Education said. The school board wouldn’t confirm that, only saying it would soon present all the options available. The department said the school board decided the old high school wasn’t an option anymore because the government could not commit to a September 2017 deadline for building the new high school. The school board has repeatedly expressed that the relocation should only be temporary. On Wednesday, Ludovic Gouaillier, the spokesperson for the board, raised the issue of the absence of a firm deadline. The government can’t guarantee the timeline, as it has to be approved for next year’s capital budget and by the city for a construction permit, said Graham.
Yukon Government misses human rights case deadline The Yukon Department of Justice has failed to provide necessary documents in a human rights complaint involving Michael Nehass. On Thursday, the department acknowledged it had missed a June 7 deadline to provide documents to the Yukon Human Rights Board of Adjudication about Ne-
The minister said there is a number of options available, including Porter Creek Secondary School. This comes two days after the announcement of a settlement committee struck between the department and the school board, a last ditch effort to avoid going back to court. The committee will deal with some of the issues the school board brought up in the lawsuit in 2009, alleging the government had failed to meet its obligation under section 23 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms–minority language rights. “I anticipate the settlement committee will be able to make progress,” Graham said. Earlier this year the Supreme Court of Canada agreed with the Yukon Court of Appeal that there was a reasonable apprehension of bias in the trial judge’s behaviour
hass’s time at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre, but refused to explain why. “We fully intend to comply with that order to disclose documents related to the case,” Dan Cable, a spokesperson for the department, said today. Cable was not able to provide a precise timeline of when the documents would be filed, only saying it would be “soon.” The department missed a first dead-
at the original trial. The highest court in the country didn’t however rule on most of the issues, ordering a new trial instead. It did rule the board couldn’t decide unilaterally on admissibility – they were asking to broaden the admissibility criteria defined under section 23 of the Charter – but that the government could delegate that power to them. On Wednesday, Gouaillier said the board could go back to court if the committee didn’t make any progress. “They could go back to court (but) that’s not going to hurry a school along,” said Graham. When asked why the Yukon government is turning now to a settlement committee after six years of court battle, Graham said he has only been the education minister for the past six months and couldn’t speak for the previous
line set for January 26. The government was asking for an extension to provide the documents and the decision only came on April 23, said Cable. The June 7 deadline was set in the April 23 decision. The board of adjudication - a body separate from the Yukon Human Rights Commission that hears the actual cases declined to comment.
government. “I made the decision when I took the job that it’s something we should get settled,” he said. The lawsuit was brought in 2009 under the tenure of Yukon Party leader Dennis Fentie. The committee is scheduled to meet in September, but no deadline has been set to come to an agreement. Graham said he is confident a deal could be reached. “As long as both parties approach it with the idea that we’re going to comprise on some of these things then we’ll reach an agreement,” he said. In their original lawsuit the board alleged the government had withheld money. It’s not an issue anymore Graham said, because both have reached a funding agreement since. Contact Pierre Chauvin at pierre.chauvin@yukon-news.com
The case stems from a complaint Michael Nehass’s father filed in 2014 about his detention conditions, alleging he had been in solitary confinement for 28 months straight. Nehass has been in jail since he was accused of assaulting a woman in Watson Lake in 2011. He was found guilty in May this year. (Pierre Chauvin)
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Whitehorse break-ins have tripled since last year ual who took all our stuff.� Maura Forrest But not everyone can take News Reporter such measures. Miranda Tippett, co-owner of Sweetness Bakhitehorse RCMP say ery, said she’s not planning to there have been over change much after her store was three times as many broken into last week. break-ins to local businesses and “I don’t have cameras everyorganizations this year as there where,� she said. “It’s 400 square were by the same time in 2014. feet. I’m not locked down like a By July 30, there had been 59 bank.� reported break-and-enters in Tippett said she’s recently noWhitehorse, up from just 17 on ticed more young people wanthe same day last year. dering the downtown streets, “The increase in the numbers drinking and doing drugs. She is alarming,� Cst. Julia Fox wrote said the city could consider a in an email to the News. She said curfew to make the city safer, the RCMP don’t know why there but added that the real problem has been such a spike in recent is a lack of activities for youths. months, but she speculated that “You can prevent these sort of one person or a group of people things from happening by giving might be responsible for multhe kids more opportunities to tiple break-ins. do other things,� she said. Charges have only been laid Joel Krahn/Yukon News Rick Karp, president of the in eight of the 59 break-and-enJoanne Henry, the executive director of the Committee on Abuse in Whitehorse Chamber of Comters this year. Ronald Ridgeway Residential Schools Society, says she is installing a security system merce, said he believes the has been charged with breaking following a break-in last month. current economic climate is into Northern Industrial Sales partly responsible for the higher on June 10 and Yukon Honda tion, but most of the rest have sions including a cheque book, number of break-ins. on June 14. He is also charged been closed in the absence of a laptop, four sleeping bags, and “When you have high unwith theft under $5,000 durnew information. a drum. employment and you have a ing the first incident and theft Fox said the police are doing After the incident, someone decline in the economy, this is over $5,000 during the second what they can to respond to contacted Henry to say that the what happens,� he said. “There incident. break-ins, but there is a limited person who’d stolen the goods are people who get desperate.� A second man, Richard number of officers on duty at wanted to give them back. But Karp said business owners Linklater, has been convicted of can come to the Chamber of possession of property obtained any given time, and they have to that never happened. prioritize crimes against people. “I’m really choked, I’ve got Commerce for an assessment of by crime in a separate incident. “At this stage, they’re doto say,� she said. “We absolutely how secure their businesses are, Youths have been charged ing the best that they can with can’t take people out on the land and for suggestions about what in the other five cases. David anymore. We can’t go out and what they have,� she said. “We Gilbert, the RCMP’s director of to improve. drop another $1,500 on bedrolls. encourage the public to do what organizational strategy, said no Fox said installing secu“They didn’t steal from CAIRS. rity cameras is a good way to they can... to look out for their information about the youths They took it from residential community.� can be revealed, but it’s “highly discourage crime. But she said school survivors that come to us there are small things businesses Joanne Henry, the executive likely� that the same youths for help.� director of the Committee on were involved in multiple incican do that will make a differSince the break-in, she’s Abuse In Residential Schools Sodents. ence. Those include not leaving decided to install a full security ciety, said she’s taken measures “It’s often the case that if a cash on site, putting up signs system. into her own hands to beef up kid’s getting in trouble for one that say as much, and not leav“Now everyone’s going to be security at her organization. thing, they’ve often done more ing chairs or other items outside monitored,� she said. “We never that could help people break in. A thief broke into CAIRS last than one,� he said. wanted any of that stuff. Now we month and stole about $3,000, Fox said 11 of the remaining Contact Maura Forrest at have it, all thanks to the individfiles are still open for investigaalong with a number of possesmaura.forrest@yukon-news.com
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“We explored both carrot and stick – the incentives and the disincentives.� Councillor John Streicker, on City of Whitehorse efforts to encourage more development of lots downtown.
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ummer in Yukon is wedding season for humans and spawning time for chinook salmon, two species whose history has been intertwined for thousands of years. Yukon would be a very different place without salmon: First Nations on the Yukon watershed have depended on salmon since time immemorial. Without salmon, the life of the early European settlers would have been even harder. Without the Tr’ondĂŤk Hwech’in fish camp at the mouth of the Klondike River, gold may not have been discovered in Bonanza Creek until much later and Yukon history would have unfolded in some other way. We have modern records of salmon catches on the Yukon River dating back to the early 1900s. For about 80 years we took about 100,000 chinook salmon a year, shared amongst First Nations, Canadian and American subsistence fishers and the commercial fisheries. In about 1980 the catch started to climb up to about 150,000 a year, mostly because of an influx of commercial fishing boats from Washington, Oregon and California. Population increase, particularly in Alaska related to an oil boom and a rejuvenated commercial fishery in Dawson City, also contributed. About 15 years later, the chinook population crashed and has not recovered. On the face of it, this is a classic example of cause and effect: fish were caught at a faster rate than they could reproduce. If we dig deeper, the story is more complicated. A “brood cycleâ€? - a chinook generation - is about seven years. The older fish are larger and produce exponentially more offspring, making up for their rarity with their fertility. Two brood cycles of overfishing occurred before the crash of the ‘90s. The new commercial fishery brought better, larger nets that selected for the larger, most productive fish, so not only did the quantity of the catch rise to unsustainable levels, the quality of the fish that did escape to spawn was also reduced. The older, larger fish have all but disappeared from the salmon runs. Before the early 1980s, it was normal to catch giant chinook of 60 to 80 lbs. It is very rare now to find one over 40 lbs. The warning signs of impending disaster were subtle, but they were there long before the crash, if you looked. All the fishermen along the upper Yukon noticed, starting in the 1980s, that the largest fish were fewer each year.
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At first, the lower river commercial fishery was selecting these fish. Later these special fish were removed from the gene pool because that subset of the population was vanishing. Imagine we executed every person over 175 lbs., how long would it take before we noticed humanity was on average smaller? Now imagine that larger people had three children each and smaller people only had one, and that most of those were males. How long would it be before the total population of humanity crashed? This is the problem we have with most fisheries around the world. The Yukon River is no different. The Yukon River is special in other ways and this gives us hope for the return of the chinook . Most of the habitat is still intact. Its only significant dam is the one in Whitehorse and placer mining affected a very small proportion of the spawning grounds, mostly in the Klondike. The Bering Sea, where the salmon spend most of their ocean lives, is really clean. The Yukon River flows through two sophisticated, wealthy countries, well endowed with some of the world’s best fisheries scientists. We are well organized and have small populations. If we cannot get it right here, we cannot get it right anywhere. So, will we get it right? We hear there are more chinook returning in 2015 than we have seen for years, maybe as many as 75,000. These numbers are better than the past few years, but still less than half a healthy population. The eight and nine-year-old fish have not reappeared.
This minimally viable return was achieved by a moratorium on fishing within Yukon and no targeted commercial fishing and reduced subsistence fishing in Alaska. Unfortunately, massive pollock trawlers in the Bering Sea continue to remove millions of tons of salmon food, kill tens of thousands of salmon and cause tremendous damage to the bottom environment. Yukon has committed to continuing the moratorium for at least one brood cycle. Alaska has committed to allow 42,000 - 55,000 fish to reach Eagle, Alaska. This number is re-negotiated each year. The salmon can be restored, but only if the commitment to restoration led by Yukon First Nations is fully adopted in Alaska and only if the pollock trawlers back off. We need Marine Protected Areas in the salmon feeding grounds in the Bering Sea. We need to maintain and strengthen protection of salmon habitat in Yukon and Alaska. We also need to get a handle on carbon pollution, which aside from warming the water is acidifying the ocean, probably the worst threat the salmon face. We must never take the salmon for granted again and then maybe the Yukon River will be red with salmon again. Sebastian Jones has been a commercial fisher on the Yukon River near Dawson City since 1984 and works for Yukon Conservation Society, focusing on energy and wildlife. He tries to make up for his role in the salmon crash by contributing to salmon education and restoration. He now catches and eats chum salmon.
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Does the Yukon need a carbon tax? by Keith Halliday
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anada isn’t well known for innovative public policy. In fact, the ridiculousness of our dairy supply management policy – supported by all three major political parties for years – is the butt of vicious economist jokes at this month’s Trans Pacific Partnership negotiations. However, one policy has won plaudits internationally, including from the hard-to-please boffins at the World Bank. In case you missed World Bank president Jim Yong Kim’s speech to the Council on Foreign Relations in Washington, the former Harvard professor had lots of good things to say about B.C.’s carbon tax. Yes, that’s right. The much hated B.C. carbon tax. Dr. Kim talked about how putting a price on carbon, while cutting other taxes, was a way to go from “taxing the goods” (such as income from jobs) to “taxing the bads” (such as carbon emissions).
Here’s what he said: “The example of British Columbia is one of the most powerful. Its carbon price mechanism is neutral to the taxpayer. It’s not an increase in tax ... as a carbon tax is introduced, taxes on labour, for example, were reduced. “Introduced at the height of the financial crisis in 2008, the carbon tax has risen from 10 Canadian dollars per tonne to 30 Canadian dollars per tonne today. During this period, the taxes reduced emissions and provided a net benefit to taxpayers of 300 million Canadian dollars in personal and business tax cuts. It’s worth noting that British Columbia’s GDP has outperformed the rest of Canada’s after introduction of the tax.” According to the B.C. finance ministry, the tax of $30 per tonne of CO2 works out to 6.7 cents per litre of gasoline, 7.7 cents per litre of home heating oil and 4.6 cents per litre of propane. Added to other provincial taxes, the B.C. tax rate on gasoline is 21.17 cents per litre. The equivalent in the Yukon is 6.2 cents per litre. Meanwhile, as required by the carbon tax law, the province has cut other taxes so the carbon tax is not a net “tax grab” by the province. B.C.’s income taxes are now lower than the Yukon’s for every income bracket except people
making more than half a million bucks per year. Someone making $50,000 in the Yukon pays 9 per cent in territorial income tax, while the equivalent B.C. rate is 7.7 per cent. The B.C. budget for 2013/14 had $1.2 billion in carbon tax revenue forecast, with 17 different tax reductions returning a slightly larger amount to B.C. citizens and businesses. So, should the Yukon move to a B.C.-style carbon tax? Many economists would recommend the move. As Kim notes, it is better to tax bad things like CO2 emissions than good things like work and savings like we do now. John Streicker, a member of the federal Green Party and candidate for the territorial Liberal Party in the next election, kicked off the debate with an op-ed in May. He described a B.C.-style revenue-neutral carbon tax as a “smart tool for a serious problem that has been put off for far too long.” He is right about that. The challenge will now be convincing Yukoners. The NDP and Conservatives had great success campaigning against a similar proposal from Stephane Dion, the short-lived federal Liberal leader, in the 2008 election. It was an easy target in the world of 30-second attack ads. Some political opponents called it a
“tax on everything” while others claimed they wouldn’t tax regular people like Dion’s plan, just large corporate polluters. By the way, if you think large corporate polluters won’t pass such a tax on to you through the prices you pay for their products, I have some Antarctic Solar Energy tax credits I’d like to sell you. In the Yukon political context, the attack ads almost write themselves. A carbon tax would raise heating costs for anyone i.e., most of us - who has been ignoring the call of environmentalists to replace our oil furnaces. It would also raise gas prices on some iconic Yukon gear, such as the snowmobile and the 4x4 pickup. If it affected aviation fuel, it could also boost the ticket price for junior’s hockey trip to Vancouver, and her parents’ weekend getaway to relive their youth at the upcoming AC/DC Rock or Bust World Tour. Another challenge in the Yukon is our highly progressive income tax system. In 2012, about one quarter of Yukon tax returns had no tax payable. The number of Yukoners who don’t pay income tax is probably close to one-third, since some people don’t file. These people would all end up paying a carbon tax, but an income tax deduction does them no good. The Yukon would want to emulate B.C.’s Low Income
Climate Action Tax Credit, which piggybacks on the federal government’s GST tax credit cheques. Eligible recipients receive the money whether they pay income tax or not. There is also the challenge of figuring out how high such a tax should be to encourage people to migrate away from fossil fuels. The World Bank reports that, since B.C.’s carbon tax came in, per capita consumption of petroleum products subject to the tax has fallen 16 per cent. Meanwhile, it rose three per cent in the rest of Canada. While this is promising, I have to admit that I don’t think a seven cent tax will really be enough to make a big dent in our fossil fuel use. Especially with the prices of oil and natural gas falling recently, and possibly staying low for years. But a carbon tax would be a start, as long as it was revenue neutral and issued GST-style cheques to low-income earners. Expect the debate to heat up on this issue as the territorial election approaches. Keith Halliday is a Yukon economist and author of the MacBride Museum’s Aurore of the Yukon series of historical children’s adventure novels. He won this year’s Ma Murray award for best columnist. You can follow him on Channel 9’s “Yukonomist” show or Twitter @ hallidaykeith
LETTERS Monday is Prison Justice Day responsibilities: to provide the safe integration of offenders Aug. 10 is Prison Justice Day. into communities as law-abidThe roots of Prison Justice Day ing citizens. Prison authorities dates back to 1974. It was on are also responsible in ensurthat day when prisoner, Eddie ing that offenders are rehaNolan bled to death in the bilitated and receive humane segregation unit of Millhaven treatment. Maximum Security Prison In 2014 with the release of located in Bath, Ont. the Auditor General Report of On the first anniversary of Eddie´s death prisoners at Mill- Yukon Corrections, we learned “the department is not adehaven refused to work, went on a one day hunger strike and quately preparing offenders for successful reintegration into held a memorial service, even though it would mean a stint in the community.” It is the responsibility of the department solitary confinement. to develop and provide access This marked the first Prison to programs and services that Justice Day. Today, events are lead to rehabilitation, healing held both in prisons and the and reintegration in the comcommunity. munity. It is a day to: By recognizing Prison • Ask why aboriginal people Justice Day we demonstrate are grossly over-represented in our support of Yukon Huthe Canadian prison system man Rights that all Yukoners, • Demand the end of overincluding those incarcerated, use of solitary confinement. have the right to be free of • Learn about the true cost discrimination based on their of warehousing people and disability (addiction), criminal failing to provide prisoners with meaningful rehabilitation record and race. People in the prison system programming. are vulnerable to poor treat• Ask why there is a very ment based on their medical high rate of women in prison. or psychiatric needs, previous Nationally, Canada needs involvement with the justice to end its overuse of solitary confinement in its prisons, and system and can face barriers in accessing culturally relevant have judges review any use of segregation beyond short-term programming. At any given time, there “timeouts” of three days or so, are upwards of 100 inmates at retired Supreme Court Justice Whitehorse Correctional CenLouise Arbour stated. tre serving a sentence of less Prison Justice Day is an than two years. It is important opportunity to hold the authorities accountable to their to remember those incarcerat-
once again saying that parents mothers. So is Mr. Carruthers now suggesting that the tax can not be trusted to use the credit which led to so many child benefit money for their complaints of ‘tax unfairness’ children. Rather he thinks the should be retained? He can’t government should keep conhave it both ways. trol of OUR money and spend it As for the issue of taxes for us. A Liberal or NDP governwhich will have to be paid on ment would do just that. the extra income, why not? Mr. Carruthers dismissed the This is neither a great revelachild benefit program as only tion nor a disqualifier of the Jana Huismans, providing ‘a few more bucks in program benefits. Everyone Justice Navigator parents’ pockets, and dismissed with children who qualify gets Blood Ties Four Directions the intelligence of parents who the benefit, not just those who might thus be swayed to vote Parents are smart enough make enough money to take Conservative. In fact, parents advantage of tax deductions, to handle their own money and everyone fortunate enough will actually have a lot more Kyle Carruthers column on bucks in their pockets and to have high incomes will have the child benefit cheques only to give some of the benefit back should be well disposed toward referred to the increase of $60/ on their taxes. voting Conservative to make month to the existing program Is this not fair? Even high sure they keep it. thus a casual reader might think income people, however, can We are not stupid, Mr. Carruparents of children under six minimize the tax clawback thers, and neither is our Conwill only get $720/year when through the new income splitservative government which, in fact they will now be getting ting provision as well as by contrary to the Liberals and $1920.00/year. ($160x12). (They depositing the money into a tax NDP, believes in our intelligence were already getting $100/ free savings account or a regismonth). and our ability to use the child tered education plan which also Moreover, his implying that benefit cheques to provide for provides tax free savings. the net benefit of the program is and manage our own families. Mr. Carruthers resurrected only $1.19 is political deception. the Liberals famous ‘beer and Francine Thivierge Mr. Carruthers referred to popcorn’ remark by which he is Whitehorse the elimination of the Child Tax Credit (which he claimed was worth about $338.25) as if this proved the government was giving with one hand and taking The Yukon News welcomes letters from its readers. away with the other so that the Letters should be no longer than 500 words and must be net of the $720 benefit increase signed with your full name and place of residence. A daytime was only $381.75. phone number is also required for verification purposes only. We Yet the Liberals and NDP reserve the right to edit letters for clarity, length, accuracy and have long been howling that the legality. You can send submissions to editor@yukon-news.com. Child Tax Credit did not provide They can be faxed to 867-668-3755 or mailed to 211 Wood St., any benefit at all to people who Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2E4. pay little or no taxes like single
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Blunting Mulcair’s recent surge in the polls was a primary objective for the Liberals, so Trudeau hammered away at the NDP leader’s support for the so-called Sherbrooke Declaration of 2005, which endorses the principle of recognizing a referendum victory by the sovereigntist Yes side even by a majority of just 50 per cent plus one. “In doing so, he is actually disagreeing with the Supreme Court judgment that says one vote is not enough to break up the country,” said Trudeau, who was taunted by Mulcair to provide a percentage he would find acceptable. “You want a number, Mr. Mulcair? I’ll give you a number. My number is nine,” Trudeau retorted. “Nine Supreme Court justices said one vote is not enough to break up this country. Yet that is Mr. Mulcair’s position. He wants to be prime minister of this country and he’s choosing to side with the separatist movement in Quebec and not with the Supreme Court of Canada.” Harper piled on and accused Mulcair of placating separatists. Taras called it an extraordinary moment that seemed to catch the NDP leader off guard –even more so than the attacks he faced over his stand on the Energy East pipeline and the party’s plan for a $15 per hour federal minimum wage. Mulcair tried to pick apart the Conservative economic record, reminding Harper that in the 2008 election, he denied the country had slid into recession when in fact it was on the verge of a profound economic crisis. “He’s added $150 billion to Canada’s debt in the last 10 years,” Mulcair said. “Honestly, Mr. Harper, we cannot afford another four years of you.” Trudeau and May went after the Conservative leader on the government’s gutting of environment regulations – something Harper described as “streamlining.”
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WASHINGTON he first debate of the U.S. presidential election cycle was only a moment old and arguably wilder than anything that’s happened in any Canadian leaders’ debate, ever – let alone Thursday’s. That’s because Canadian politics doesn’t have anybody like Donald Trump. As the Canadian debate entered halftime, Republican presidential candidates hit the stage with the swirly haired political hurricane smack in the middle, settling at the prized centre-podium reserved for the primary poll-leader. Within mere minutes Trump had threatened to run against his own party; insulted actress Rosie O’Donnell; and accused the moderator of being biased against him. Boos rained down on the boastful billionaire as he refused to promise he wouldn’t run against Republicans should they nominate someone else. The moderator had asked the 10 participants to raise their hand if they wouldn’t swear off a run against Republicans. Only one hand shot up – Trump’s. The incredulous moderator cut in: This is a Republican party event, he asked Trump, and you’re saying you’d be willing to run against this party, split the right-wing vote, and guarantee a Democratic win? Yup, Trump replied. “I fully understand,” Trump elaborated, to groans from the crowd. “I cannot say. I have to respect the person if it’s not me… If I do win, and I’m leading by quite a bit, that’s what I want to do… If I’m the nominee, I will not run as an independent.” That prompted Sen. Rand Paul to interject: “He buys and sells politicians of all stripes. He’s already hedging his bets on the Clintons… because he’s used to buying politicians.” Another moderator then asked why Trump’s candour – while sometimes refreshing – includes a mean streak in which
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Trudeau got 17; Clinton got nine; and, despite his NDP leading recent polls, Mulcair had only five per cent. Trump squeezed in a Canada reference Thursday. He was asked about his past support for single-payer medicine and replied: “It works in Canada. It works incredibly well in Scotland. It could’ve worked (here) in a different age.” He called the U.S. health system corrupted by insurance companies, and said he now favours breaking barriers between state exchanges to allow nationwide competition. When Paul attacked him again, accusing him of still favouring socialized medicine, Trump replied: “I don’t think you heard me – you’re having a hard time tonight.” The American political world had speculated that the fascination with the outlandish mogul could lead to record ratings for Thursday’s Fox News debate, which started an hour after the Canadian leaders debate. Trump even became an issue in a debate he wasn’t part of
Thursday. The topic of his candidacy came up in the so-called kiddie-table debate, consisting of candidates who didn’t make the Top 10 for the prime-time show. Former Hewlett-Packard CEO Caryl Fiorina, whom Fox pundits later unanimously deemed as the most impressive participant, said Trump had managed to connect with a grumpy American public. “I think he’s tapped into an anger that people feel. They’re sick of politics as usual,” she said. But she also took a little shot at him – for flip-flopping on some issues where he once held liberal positions, like his onetime support for abortion and single-payer, Canadian-style health care. She noted that he’d also donated to both Clintons’ campaigns. Republicans have started to challenge Trump’s conservative credentials. Because those who tried a previous line of attack – calling him an ill-informed buffoon – saw it backfire.
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Ottawa says requiring one day response to possible offshore spill too expensive ronmental effects. In an email sent late Wednesday night, a spokesman for the HALIFAX Canadian Environmental Ashe federal regulator says it sessment Agency said the Alaska is agreeing to an offshore plan to have a vessel and capdrilling plan that allows ping system on call was based up to 21 days to bring in capon the harsh, icy environment in ping technology for a subsea the area and the long distances well blowout because requiring a a vessel would have to travel to shorter response time would be get there. too expensive for Shell Canada In the case of the Shelburne Ltd. Basin Project, the agency says it Nova Scotia environmental“accepted the proponent’s view ists are questioning why the that it would be prohibitively Canadian environmental protec- expensive to develop this infration agency has signed off on a structure in Atlantic Canada for plan that allows between 12 and exploratory work.� 21 days for the multinational The Canada-Nova Scotia company to bring a vessel and a Offshore Petroleum Board still capping system to the Shelburne has to approve the plan, which Basin offshore site, about 250 would have a ship travel to the kilometres off the southwestern area from Norway if initial methcoast of Nova Scotia. ods to stem a blowout in the They are noting that the most deepwater wells fail. recent U.S. ruling in Alaska A spokeswoman for the requires the capping stack to be agency says it expects to make a on hand for a blowout within 24 decision on the plan this fall, and hours. it is prepared to add conditions In the federal environmental to the exploration licence. assessment report of June 15, the Energy Minister Michel Samagency states a blowout in the son said the provincial governseven planned wells is unlikely ment – which has representaand the project is unlikely to tives on the board – will rely on the board’s technical expertise cause significant adverse enviCanadian Press
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“Oil spills are a serious threat to ecosystems and their fisheries. Canada should be holding the oil industry to the highest standards of safety, not letting them cut corners,� said spokesman Alex Speers-Roesch. Aglukkaq issued a statement Wednesday afternoon emphasizing the “strict regulatory standards� that will be applied to the Shelburne Basin Project before it proceeds.
“My decision statement requires the proponent to take all reasonable measures to prevent accidents and malfunctions that may result in adverse environmental effects,â€? reads the statement. “These plans ‌ are legally required to include the immediate mobilization of primary and back-up capping stacks and associated equipment to the project area to stop the spill in the unlikely event of a blowout.â€?
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Russia’s Arctic claim to North Pole to put political heat on Canada, expert Murray Brewster Canadian Press
OTTAWA ussia’s new bid for a vast swath of Arctic territory, including the North Pole, backs Canada into an uncomfortable corner in future negotiations over the frozen region, a defence expert says. Moscow’s revised international submission was revealed Tuesday in a statement by the country’s foreign ministry and claims 1.2 million square kilometres of the Arctic shelf. Russia, the U.S., Canada, Denmark and Norway are working with the UN to define jurisdictional boundaries in the Arctic, which is thought to hold as much as a quarter of the planet’s undiscovered oil and gas. The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea allows all coastal nations to extend their jurisdiction beyond 200 nautical miles as long as it can proven the boundary is a natural extension. In late 2013, the Harper government ordered officials to rewrite Canada’s Arctic claim to include the North Pole and more survey work is taking place this summer before Ottawa submits the document. Rob Huebert of the University of Calgary says Prime Minister Stephen Harper should make clear whether Canada is eventually will-
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A titanium capsule with the Russian flag is seen seconds after it was planted by the Mir-1 mini-submarine on the Arctic Ocean seabed under the North Pole during a record dive in 2007. ing to negotiate with Russia where claims intersect. A translated version of the submission, released by the Russian Embassy in Ottawa, says the two countries had previously agreed to allow the UN commission oversee-
ing the issue to evaluate and rule on the quality of the hydrographic research “without prejudice to the rights of the other state.” The commission’s determination should also not impede a final boundary decision, the 36-page
report said. That means the two sides and possibly Denmark which has already filed its claim to the North Pole, will have thrash out the issue. In its pitch, Russia states clearly it willing to abide by the results of
the international process. Huebert says the Harper government has taken a tough line on Russia’s annexation of Crimea and the questions that need to be asked are when does Canada re-engage diplomatically and whether that would signal de facto acceptance of the situation in Ukraine. “It is Canada’s interest to have a safe and stable Arctic,” Huebert said in an interview on Tuesday. “Entering into negotiations could leave the impression that it is back to business as usual.” Canada’s strident rhetoric and recent use of the Arctic Council as a platform to hammer Russia over the Ukraine crisis will make it difficult to climb down, Huebert suggested. But he said negotiations, which are expected within the next five years, will have to take place, regardless of the situation in Ukraine. “I think it’s inevitable,” he said. The submission will also likely drive a further wedge between Ottawa and Washington, which according to published reports chastised Canada for making Ukraine an issue at the council meeting last spring. The more Moscow looks reasonable on this issue and others, the more isolated the Harper government will become, Huebert said. Canada and Russia clashed publicly in 2007 when Moscow staked a symbolic claim to the North Pole by planting a flag on the ocean floor.
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Health Canada will actively monitor for marijuana advertising violators multiple references to Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau and described his stance on mariMONTREAL juana as “irresponsible.� “While Justin Trudeau ealth Minister Rona wants to legalize marijuana Ambrose ordered making it easier for youth to a crackdown on groups that illegally advertise buy and smoke, this Conservative Government does not marijuana and re-stated the Conservative party’s pledge to support making access to illegal drugs easier,� she said. keep storefront dispensaries Although medical mariillegal Saturday. juana can be legally obtained “Today I directed Health with a prescription, the Canada to create a task force to Conservative government has crack down on illegal marijuana made no secret of the fact advertising,� Ambrose said in a that it disapproves. statement. “The Government of Can“This task force will ensure that those who engage in such ada does not endorse the use of marijuana, but the courts illegal activities are stopped, have required reasonable and should these illegal access to a legal source of activities continue, promptly referred to law enforcement.� marijuana when authorized by a healthcare practitioner,� Health Canada issued a statement saying it will begin Health Canada’s statement read. actively monitoring mariAmbrose has been espejuana advertising instead of cially vocal on the issue, sayacting mostly on the basis of ing marijuana has not been complaints. proven safe nor effective as a Under current law, only medicine. regulated parties such as liShe rebuked the City of cenced producers are allowed Vancouver in June for its decito advertise basic, non-prosion to regulate the dozens of motional information. Ambrose’s statement made marijuana dispensaries that Morgan Lowrie Canadian Press
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Saskatchewan cattlemen want drought help, Alberta counties declare disaster Canadian Press
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askatchewan cattle producers are the latest group to call for government help to deal with a drought that has withered crops in parts of the Prairies. The Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association has asked Ottawa for tax deferrals for those forced to sell cattle due to dry conditions. President Doug Gillespie says hay yields in some parts of Saskatchewan are as much as 70 per cent below normal. Producers may be forced to sell part of their breeding herds because they don’t have enough to feed them. Gillespie said the Saskatchewan government has helped by opening up more Crown land for grazing and by changing some crop insurance rules. The federal government could help as well, he suggested. “We believe that implementing the livestock tax deferral provision will help ease the financial pain for producers that are selling into a depressed market for bred cows.� Things are also bad in Alberta, where counties have been declaring a state of agricultural disaster. On Tuesday, Leduc and Cypress joined Sturgeon, McKenzie and Parkland counties in seeking government help for ruined crops. The drought in Alberta is affecting cereal and oilseeds crops and hay for livestock. Leduc Mayor John Whaley said producers are dealing with extremely low soil moisture and in some cases with grasshopper infestations. “By making this declaration, we are focusing attention on this issue and are encouraging other levels of government to provide support where possible,� he said in a release.
Government help could include reduced rental rates for dugout water pumping, drought disaster loan programs and federal livestock tax deferrals, he suggested. Alberta Agriculture Minister Oneil Carlier said much of any financial help would come through insurance, so farmers and ranchers should consult their coverage providers. He said he has instructed the province’s Agriculture Financial Services Corp. to be ready with extra staff to deal with an expected spike in claims. “It’s still too early to tell if anything else needs to be done.
There has been some scattered moisture throughout the province,� Carlier said. “The programs in place with AFSC and with the federal government are there and available when needed.� Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz said Ottawa will do what it can to help producers in parts of the Prairies that are dealing with drought. He said the federal government will consult with the provinces before taking action. “Of course the first and foremost line of defence in any drought or flood situation is crop insurance,� he said.
Ritz said the federal government will consider allowing cattle producers to defer taxes if they have to sell off animals due to the price and availability of hay, but he said it is early yet. Recent rain could actually serve to complicate the harvest. Harry Brook, a crop specialist with Alberta Agriculture, told the Red Deer Advocate that the precipitation will spur fresh growth in fields from seeds that have been dormant in dry soil. “You’re going to have crop that’s mature and ripe. Then
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Canadian creators of hitchhiking robot mull rebuild after it was destroyed in US The robot was on a hitchhiking, social experiment advenAssociated Press ture in the U.S. after trekking TORONTO across Canada and parts of Europe without incident last year. he Canadian talking and Strangers helped the immobile tweeting hitchhiking robot that met its untimely hitchBOT travel from place to place while checking items off end in the United States over its bucket list. the weekend might be given The solar panel-powered another chance at life. robot was designed to traverse HitchBOT’s co-creators continents on the kindness of Frauke Zeller and David Smith said Monday that they’ve been strangers and could toss out overwhelmed with support and factoids and carry on limited conversation. It was equipped offers to revive the robot since it was vandalized beyond repair with a GPS tracker and a camand left on a street in Philadel- era to chronicle its journey and was programmed to snap phia on Saturday and they are a photo of what was going on considering rebuilding it. Charmaine Noronha
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around it every 20 minutes. The child-sized droid started its U.S. journey on a road in Massachusetts on July 17, its rubber-gloved thumb raised skyward, a strip of tape across its body reading “San Francisco or bust!” During its short-lived U.S. trip, the hitchBOT attended a Red Sox game – even donning a jersey over its cylindrical torso – and took a ride on the New York City subway. Smith said the hitchBOT even had some good times in Philadelphia, attending an extended family picnic at a park and being taken in by a wellknown You Tube user who set the robot up for its next ride. But it was then that the innocent hitchBOT met its demise. The creators were sent a photo of the vandalized robot collapsed among trash and dead leaves on the pavement in Philadelphia, its pool noodle arms ripped from its torso, its plastic cake saver skull and robot brain nowhere in sight. They decided not to share that image because it could be upsetting to some viewers. Zeller said many people have reached out with offers to rebuild the droid, and her team will make a decision on wheth-
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A car drives by HitchBOT, a hitchhiking robot, in Marblehead, Mass., on July 17. er to bring the robot back to life in the coming days. “We don’t really know what to do, so we have to sit down with the whole team and really see where we are and what can be done,” Zeller said. Since word got out, thousands of supporters have taken to social media to express their sadness and outrage: “I am incensed. I hope the perpetrators are found and punished. Long live the good memories. Hope to see you reincarnated soon!” wrote one Twitter user. “If I could drive, I would
have personally helped you across the USA and kept you safe,” wrote another. The creators don’t know who destroyed the hitchBOT or why and are not interested in investigating the incident or pressing charges. For now, they are focusing on the question, “What can be learned from this?” “We’ve always asked, in the context of this project: ‘Can robots trust humans?”’ Smith said. “And, you know, we would say at this point, mostly.”
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Montreal archeological dig to explore ruins of early prison near city hall square in front of city hall. In an email, city spokeswoman Valerie De Gagne MONTREAL said that beginning this fall archeologists will explore the he City of Montreal is soil for traces of the convent, hoping that an upcomwhich dates back to 1692 and ing archeological dig will unearth some old secrets, included a chapel, church, including artifacts from a for- residence, yard and garden. mer convent and 18th century They will also sift the ruins of a later jail, built in 1808 after prison whose ruins lie under the converted convent buildcity hall. ings were damaged by fire. The elegant limestone The work has been combuilding that currently houses missioned ahead of planned city hall sits on a site that repairs to the square and the was once home to a Jesuit foundations of city hall and convent, which was seized the adjoining building, which by the Crown after the 1763 houses the city’s finance deconquest of New France and transformed into a jail around partment. “The archeologists will sur1768. vey the archeological traces Earlier this week the City that remain, and will sift the of Montreal put out a call for soil where they are found,” De bidders for archeological serGagne wrote. “This will allow vices at Place Vauquelin, the Morgan Lowrie Canadian Press
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Place Vauquelinis in Montreal will be the site of a new archeological dig. them to learn more about the activities that took place in this location over time.” Even the “newer” jail constructed in 1808 did not serve as a jail for long, as Montreal’s exploding population meant that it was outgrown by 1811. It was used as an army barracks for several years beginning beginning in 1837, until it was demolished to make way for the building of the former Montreal courthouse in 1850. Dinu Bumbaru of Heritage Montreal says a successful dig could allow searchers to precisely locate the convent buildings, and provide hints as to the nature of daily life and activities – details such as the size of the garden, and
what was grown there. Excavating the two jails, he said, could teach historians more about prison life. Records would suggest that punishments for 18th and 19th century offenders was harsh. In his 1886 book “History of the Montreal prison from A.D. 1784 to A.D. 1886,” John Douglas Borthwick wrote of the liberal use of the whipping post as a form of punishment, and lamented its fall from favour due to what he saw as the “mawkish sentimentality” and overly soft treatment of prisoners in the later 19th century. He recounted that prisoners were also placed on a pillory for public shaming.
Hangings, he wrote, were carried out within days of a sentence. “Some of the most flagrant violations of both civil and moral law were then almost unknown, and it would significantly reduce the number of crimes were now-adays whipping in several instances to be enforced,” wrote the 19th century historian. De Gagne says it remains too early to guess what the archeologists might find, or to speculate whether any of the ruins may be open to the public. Bidding on the contract is open until mid-August, and De Gagne said work is expected to take place this fall and in the spring of 2016.
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UN member states set goal to end poverty, hunger in next 15 years; climate protection also key Edith M. Lederer Associated Press
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sent a ‘to-do’ list for people and the planet.” “They address the requirements for all humanity to be able to live decent lives free from poverty, hunger and inequality,” he said. “They commit all of us to be responsible global citizens, caring for the less fortunate as well as for our planet’s ecosystems and climate action on which all life depends.” The 17 new, non-binding goals will succeed the eight Millennium Development Goals adopted by world leaders 15 years ago. Elaine Geyer-Allely, who monitored the U.N. negotiations for WWF, the world’s largest independent conservation organization, said the new plan is a significant improvement because it recognizes that protecting the environment, eradicating poverty and promoting economic growth and well-being are interlinked. Amina Mohammed, the U.N. special advisor on the post-2015 agenda, said more than 8,000 people engaged in setting the new goals, including for the first time representatives from hundreds of organizations, business, parliaments and youth in addition to government officials.
reproductive rights for women and occupied territories – and on how to refer to climate change ahead of the December summit in Paris which will hopefully adopt a legally binding climate agreement to keep global warming from reaching dangerous levels. Two key issues are cost and implementation. Kenya’s U.N. Ambassador Macharia Kamau, one of the facilitators of the negotiations, said implementing the goals will cost between $3.5 Susan Walsh/AP billion and $5 billion every United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon meets with U.S. year, which he insisted is President Barack Obama in the Oval Office at the White House “not unattainable” because most money will come from on Tuesday. domestic resources raised in In his final report last nomic growth in China. countries, complemented by month on the Millennium Ban stressed inequality international development Development Goals, Ban said remains, with 80 per cent of assistance. the effort has helped lift more the people living on less than “There is no reason why we than one billion people out of $1.25 a day located in southcan’t see remarkable extreme poverty over the last ern Asia and sub-Saharan transformation,” he said. 15 years, enabled more girls to Africa, and 60 per cent in just Ireland’s U.N. Ambassador go to school than ever before, five countries, India, Nigeria, David Donoghue, the other faand brought unprecedented China, Bangladesh and Congo. cilitator, said that even though results in fighting diseases Agreement on the new goals the goals are political “don’t such as HIV/AIDS. is the culmination of more underestimate the impact on Despite significant progthan three years of intense and governments” which will be ress on all the MDGs, the only complex negotiations. subject to peer pressure and original goal that was achieved Sticking points in the neregular monitoring on impleahead of time was cutting in gotiations, which were supmentation. half the number of people posed to be completed Friday, “They do represent a new living in extreme poverty, and included differences over refway of doing business,” he said. “It is highly significant.” that was due primarily to eco- erences to good governance,
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Fighting the flames During wildfire season Yukon’s wildland firefighters are always on call Pierre Chauvin News Reporter
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t’s the beginning of fall, boys!” James Kathrein is only half kidding. The Yukon Wildland Fire Management officer is giving his morning briefing to a dozen Yukon wildland firefighters. The situation throughout the territory is quiet and it’s only July 28. On the fire danger rating map, the territory is mostly shown in green - low risk. The firefighters listen quietly. They’re all wearing their yellow suits with the Yukon wildland fire management badge sewed on their shoulders. Some are fidgeting in their chairs while Kathrein shows lightning forecasts, fire danger and fire spread maps. “Anybody else looking for days off, marriage, divorce?” asks Kathrein, after a firefighter requests time off, eliciting a few laughs here and there. Time off is particularly precious for wildland firefighters when the fire season gets busy - they can be sent for up to 19 days in the wilderness to fight fires, working 12 to 14-hour shifts. But on this day, the firefighters won’t do any firefighting. Instead they’ll work out, help with fire smart prevention and clean up equipment used in previous missions. Twenty-one firefighters and eight trucks are stationed at the Southern Lakes base, next to the Whitehorse airport, covering Teslin, Watson Lake and Whitehorse. Not far from there is the Wildland Fire Management headquarters. It looks the way you would imagine: a large room with lots of human-sized maps, live maps with hundreds of icons, symbols and flashing points - tracking fires and air tankers - and phone operators. But even at the height of the fire season, when dealing with up to 10 new fires a day, there won’t be shouting and running around like you see the in movies. “(When) it gets really intense, you have to be quiet,” explains Mike Sparks, a fire duty officer. When public reports come in, Sparks’ team plots them on a live map that all six regional fire offices in the territory have access to. Headquarters coordinates requests for air tankers, helicopters and patrols and the regional offices are the ones assigning crews to fires. But on this day things have quieted down so the Yukon team is getting ready to assist Outside. “We’re looking to support other agencies, shipping out resources,” explains Sparks. A week later, 33 Yukon firefighters were sent to Idaho and Oregon. Even for a territory the size of the Yukon, Wildland Fire Manage-
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A 1000-hectare fire burns east of Watson Lake in June. ment only has 103 people on staff, including 66 firefighters. Technology has come a long way in the past decade and now the department can rely on publicly available satellite images, using heat detection to plot new fires. It’s particularly helpful for remote areas of the Yukon. While firefighters don’t attack those fires, if they’re far enough from communities, they still need to keep an eye on them. “Early in May when we started picking up a lot of those fires we started bringing in some resources,” said Sparks. Seventy-five Ontario firefighters arrived in late May, followed by more in June from British Columbia. The situation escalated for much of Western Canada at the same time around mid-June, forcing firefighting agencies to request support from as far as New Zealand and South Africa. Sparks has been working in the firefighting industry for over 35 years, including 15 as a fire duty officer in Whitehorse. When he is on duty, he is on call around the clock. Fighting wildfires is always a challenge. But the Yukon is unique, requiring a minimum six-week training for new recruits. On top of the usual dangers, firefighters here have to deal with wildlife in remote areas, and the odd secluded Yukoner, who might
not appreciate the company. On the live map, a red triangle with the caption “Dangerous Occupants” represents them. They could be anything from marijuana growers to hardcore libertarians, but also Yukoners who set up bear traps to protect themselves, like shotguns wired to trees. Firefighters can also count on air tankers. This year the Yukon contracted a Lockheed L-88 Electra on top of three Conair Air Tractor planes to dump retardant. The Electra can dump over 11,000 litres of retardant, and the Air Tractor 3,000 each. When their assistance is requested, the planes are loaded with a five-to-one mix of water and retardant concentrate. “It basically snuffs out the combustible gas,” explains Lee Manchuk, the air tanker base supervisor. The planes only dump on the perimeter of the fire, to contain the flames and eventually put it out. The product is actually fertilizer with red dye to allow pilots to better evaluate the drops. The drop is directed by an air attack officer in a “bird dog” airplane keeping an eye on things. That’s because the pilots dropping the retardant have to fly as low as 150 feet over the fire, while going fast. The officer in the bird dog plane watches for obstacles so
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Fire duty officer Mike Sparks shows the live map system used to track fires and co-ordinate responses. the airplane can safely rise out of the zone. So far there have been 182 fires since the beginning of the fire season, most of them lightningcaused. “The public here is very good,” said Sparks.
“When the conditions are hot and dry they’re fairly careful with fires.” It’s in sharp contrast with Alaska, where two-thirds of the fires were caused by humans. Contact Pierre Chauvin at pierre.chauvin@yukon-news.com
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Toxic algae blooms in a warmer Pacific, endangering marine life and forcing seafood bans toxins in tested crab meat. So-called “red tides” are Associated Press cyclical and have happened SEATTLE many times before, but ocean researchers say this one is much vast bloom of toxic algae off the West Coast is dens- larger and persisting much longer, with higher levels of neuer, more widespread and rotoxins bringing severe consedeeper than scientists feared quences for the Pacific seafood even weeks ago, according to industry, coastal tourism and surveyors aboard a National marine ecosystems. Oceanic and Atmospheric AdDan Ayres, coastal shellfish ministration research vessel. manager for the Washington This coastal ribbon of miDepartment of Fish and Wildlife, croscopic algae, up to 40 miles wide and 650 feet deep in places, said the area now closed to crab fishing includes more than half is flourishing amid unusually the state’s 157-mile-long coast, warm Pacific Ocean temperaand likely will bring a premature tures. It now stretches from at end to this year’s coastal crab least California to Alaska and season. has shut down lucrative fish“We think it’s just sitting eries. Shellfish managers on and lingering out there,” said Tuesday doubled the area off Washington’s coast that is closed Anthony Odell, a University of Washington research analyst to Dungeness crab fishing, after finding elevated levels of marine who is part of a NOAA-led team Phuong Le
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surveying the harmful algae bloom, which was first detected in May. “It’s farther offshore, but it’s still there.” The survey data should provide a clearer picture of what is causing the bloom which is brownish in colour, unlike the blue and green algae found in polluted freshwater lakes. Marine detectives already have a suspect: a large patch of water running as much as 3 degrees centigrade warmer than normal in the northeast Pacific Ocean, nicknamed “the blob.” “The question on everyone’s mind is whether this is related to global climate change. The simple answer is that it could be, but at this point it’s hard to separate the variations in these cycles,” said Donald Boesch, professor of marine science at the University of Maryland who is not involved in the survey. “Maybe the cycles are more extreme in the changing climate.” “There’s no question that we’re seeing more algal blooms more often, in more places, when they do occur, they’re lasting longer and often over greater geographical areas. We’re seeing more events than documented decades ago,” said Pat Glibert, professor at Horn Point Laboratory, University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. Odell recently completed the first leg of the survey, mostly in California waters. On Wednesday, researchers plan to continue monitoring the sea between Newport, Oregon, and Seattle. The vessel will then go to Vancouver Island, wrapping up in early September. Another research ship is taking samples off Alaska. The brownish bloom was particularly thick off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, and Odell said it was unusually
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NOAA researchers pour a sample of sea water containing a brownish toxic algae into a jar aboard a research vessel off the Washington Coast. dominated by one type of algae called Pseudo-nitzschia, which can produce the neurotoxin domoic acid. “It’s an indication of an imbalance,” said Vera Trainer, a research oceanographer with the Northwest Fisheries Science Center in Seattle. “Too much of any one thing is not healthy for anybody to eat.” Trainer said this bloom is the worst she’s seen in 20 years of studying them. Harmful algal blooms have usually been limited to one area of the ocean or another, and have disappeared after a few weeks. This one has grown for months, waxing and waning but never going away. “It’s been incredibly thick, almost all the same organism. Looks like a layer of hay,” said Raphael Kudela, a professor of ocean sciences at University of California, Santa Cruz. The current bloom also involves some of the highest concentrations of domoic acid yet observed in Monterey Bay and other areas of the West Coast. “It’s really working its way into the food web and we’re definitely seeing the impacts of that,” Kudela said, noting that sea lions are getting sick and pelicans are being exposed. And now that the Pacific is experiencing its periodic ocean warming known as El Nino, it may
come back even stronger next year, he said. Domoic acid is harmful to people, fish and marine life. It accumulates in anchovies, sardines and other small fish as well as shellfish that eat the algae. Marine mammals and fish-eating birds in turn can get sick from eating the contaminated fish. In people, it can trigger amnesic shellfish poisoning, which can cause permanent loss of short-term memory in severe cases. State health officials stress that seafood bought in stores is still safe to eat because it is regularly tested. While there have been no reports of human illnesses linked to this year’s bloom, authorities aren’t taking chances in fisheries with dangerous toxin levels. California public health officials have warned against eating recreationally harvested mussels and claims, or any anchovy, sardines or crabs caught in waters off Monterey, Santa Cruz and Santa Barbara counties. Other shellfish harvests are shut down along Oregon’s coast. The most recent samples showed the highest-ever recorded concentrations of domoic acid in the internal organs of Dungeness crab, Ayres said. “This is really unprecedented territory for us,” said Ayres.
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WestJet CEO says he is pleased after pilots reject unionization bid
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A Westjet Boeing 737-700 plane arrives at Vancouver International Airport in Richmond, B.C. in 2014. Westjet pilots rejected a bid to form the company’s first union on Wednesday. increased labour costs. The WestJet Professional Pilots Association cited the company’s recent CALGARY growth in recent years as a motivating factor behind the unionization bid. ilots at WestJet, the CalgaryThe airline has opened new offices based airline that has prided in Toronto and Vancouver while exitself on fostering an employeepanding its routes, including its first friendly corporate culture, have trans-Atlantic flights last year. rejected a bid to form the company’s The Canadian Industrial Relations first union. Board has been running the vote but The WestJet Professional Pilots says it will not be able to release ofAssociation said Wednesday on its Facebook page that 684 of 1,247 pilots ficial results until its board approves – about 55 per cent of those who cast them. There is no indication when that could be. ballots over a two-week period – reTo trigger the vote, the WestJet jected unionization. Professional Pilots Association had to The association said it is disapshow more than 40 per cent of pilots pointed with the result and hopes supported the association through the process will lead to constructive membership cards. dialogue between pilots and WestJet The unionization drive among leadership going forward. The group pilots wasn’t the only one facing had said it was time the company’s WestJet. pilots are represented through a The WestJet Professional Flight certified union as WestJet continues Attendants Association is working to to expand. reach the 40 per cent membership WestJet CEO Gregg Saretsky welthreshold to launch a vote on whether comed the outcome. flight attendants can unionize. “We are pleased that the majority Jason Foster, a labour relations of our pilots who voted have voted against union representation,� he said expert at Athabasca University, said it was always going to be an uphill in a statement. battle for unionization within WestJet “Our model of co-operation and and that Wednesday’s results don’t employee representation through bode well for the flight attendants the WestJet Pilots’ Association has who want to unionize. allowed for the continued success of “WestJet management, I think we our pilots and our airline. Despite the could say, has a fairly strong antipositive outcome, there is continued work that needs to take place to better union animus,� Foster said. “They understand some of the issues for our probably took what lengths they could to make sure that there isn’t pilot group and we can now turn our one.� efforts to that goal.� The union drive was also made WestJet had said it believes the fact that it has a non-union workforce more difficult because WestJet’s gives it a competitive advantage, add- employees are spread out over the country, he added. ing that collective bargaining would “It’s not like one big factory.� have led to service disruptions and Ian Bickis
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John Candy’s daughter, Jennifer, in Toronto for Second City expansion Candy is in Toronto this week to celebrate a major expanCanadian Press sion of the Second City TrainTORONTO ing Centre, which includes the 60-seat John Candy Box Theatre o hear John Candy’s and seven new multimedia daughter tell it, the late studios. Canadian comedy star Her dad, who died in 1994, was much like the characters he was a member of Toronto’s portrayed onscreen – a gregariSecond City comedy troupe ous family man who was equal and starred in the “SCTV” series parts prankster and serious before breaking out with films parent. including “Splash,” “Cool Run“I always describe him closest to Uncle Buck,” says Jennifer nings,” “Summer Rental” “Uncle Candy, who has her dad’s warm Buck” and “Planes, Trains and Automobiles.” smile and contagious laugh. In the John Candy Box “He was very serious, stern, Theatre is part of the wooden tough love, but he knew how to have a good time.” stage from the former Second Victoria Ahearn
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Thursday and Friday she’ll talk to Eugene Levy at the Second City Toronto. Candy says the family also keeps in touch with her dad’s former “SCTV” pals, including Levy, Martin Short, Catherine O’Hara and Dave Thomas. Such stars were often at the Candy household back in the day for barbecues and parties. During their downtime, the family liked to watch movies and listen to her dad’s records. “We’d be dancing in the living room,” says Candy. “My dad loved to dance.” He also loved to prank call his friends. “He would call his friends or he’d call my grandma or he’d call my uncle and he’d talk in a weird voice and have some sort of like Shmenge character,” she says. When he was working, Candy often brought his family with him. Candy recalls going to Jamaica for “Cool Runnings,” to Florida for “Summer Rental” and to New Orleans for “JFK.”
City Toronto theatre – known as the Old Firehall – on which the comedy legend and his colleagues performed. “It’s nostalgic,” says Candy, in an interview on the stage. “It kind of reminds me of when he was around and just also reminds me that he truly hasn’t gone anywhere, really, in a sense.” Candy and wife Rosemary Hobor raised their daughter and son Christopher in Toronto until the mid-1980s, when they moved to Los Angeles. But Candy says the family still owns land in Queensville, Ont. “We haven’t gotten rid of that yet because it’s still nice to have literal roots that are still here in Canada.” Candy, an actress based in Los Angeles, took classes with the Second City there and then studied with the troupe’s conservatory in Chicago. These days she still works with the troupe, conducting Qand-A’s with alumni through her “Couch Candy” stage series. She was to interview Robin Duke
She even got to appear in a scene in “The Last Polka,” which was shot in Toronto. “There’s a barbecue scene and the fire gets out of control and burns everything, so I’m the little girl in the back with pigtails,” she says. Candy says she still loves watching her dad’s films, most notably “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” and “The Great Outdoors.” She and her family also lay flowers at his grave in L.A. and gather for brunch or dinner on his birthday and Father’s Day. The subject of food is an important one in the Candy household. Candy says because her father died of a heart attack and was overweight, her mother instilled healthy eating habits in her and her brother. “Both my brother and I are very hyper aware of it,” she says. “We always wanted to make sure we got tests done to make sure that our hearts were OK. It runs in our family, so you just are extra cautious about it.”
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Santa Fe Opera to commission production on Apple Computer co founder Steve Jobs Campbell has authored 15 librettos since the mid-1990s, including the opera “Silent Night.� Apple company spokeswoman Kristin Huguet did not
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. ince his death in 2011, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs has been the subject of documentaries, books, a film and even a graphic novel. Now the technology pioneer will be the focus of an upcoming opera. In front of the Sangre de Cristo mountains in northern New Mexico, the Santa Fe Opera announced Wednesday that its latest commission will be based on the man who helped revolutionize personal computers, the music business and, of course, brought the world the iPhone. “The Revolution of Steve Jobs� will premiere during the company’s 2017 season and will be written by composer Mason Bates and librettist Mark Campbell, opera leadership said. According to the opera, the production will examine Jobs facing his own mortality and circles back to the events and people in his past that shaped and inspired him. The move comes as New Mexico in recent years has worked to honour it connections to technology innovators like Jobs and Microsoft founder Bill Gates. For example, a Route 66 motor lodge in Albuquerque where Bill Gates and Paul Allen lived while launching Microsoft Corp. is being redeveloped into apartments as part of a neighbourhood revival project. While Gates worked on his project, Jobs operated from in his garage in Los Altos, California, and with partner Steve Wozniak released the compact Apple II at the time Albuquerque was a technology hub. He was fired from Apple in
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Apple co-founder Steve Jobs smiles after a press conference as he opens the Apple Expo in Paris in 2005. 1985 in a board coup but came back 11 years later. On his second tour, he introduced the iMac, the iPod and the iPhone. That journey is the perfect story for an opera, General Director Charles MacKay said. “We are delighted to take this journey into the life and legacy of a distinctly American figure through the creative genius of Mason Bates and Mark Campbell,� MacKay said. Bates said the story of Jobs is a great intersection of creativity, innovation and human communication. His relationship with those who helped him along that journey also will help tell the story in the opera, Bates said. “Each character will have (his or her) own music,� Bates said. “When they collide, that’s when it gets interesting.� This will be the first opera produced by Bates, who has gained national attention during the past decade by fusing traditional symphonic resources
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Shingle Point: a thousand-year-old gathering place
When the hunters landed with beluga whales, the entire community came out to help and share in the joy of the event.
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very summer, Inuvialuit people from Aklavik and Inuvik boat north up the Peel and MacKenzie Rivers to the Beaufort Sea. It’s a short ocean crossing that brings them to the safe harbour of Shingle Point on Yukon’s Arctic Coast. Shingle Point is a traditional summer gathering location for Inuvialuit that is still used for traditional harvesting of caribou, fish, berries and whales. It is also an opportunity for families to get out of the ‘Big City’ of Aklavik (population 650 people) and get “on the land” to continue their 1000-year-old hunting and gathering culture. The 60-metre wide gravel and grass peninsula that is Shingle Point is overrun with happy children, running, playing, fishing and swimming from midday to 5 a.m. Although many families spend the summer at Shingle Point, the excitement culminates in mid-July with the kipotuk tournament, a traditional Inuvialuit ring-tossing game. It begins at midnight and runs till 4 a.m., and is usually won by an elder who has been playing the traditional game for half a century.
Elder Alice Husky will spend most of her summer at Shingle Point.
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Jordan McLeod, left, plays kipotuk during the annual tournament. The traditional game is very similar to horseshoes.
Photos and story by Peter Mather Kayden McLeod and Cameron Charlie inspect the tail of a freshly killed beluga whale. Two whales were harvested at Shingle Point this summer, enough food to feed four families.
Left: The cleaning, drying, and cooking of the beluga whales is a community affair with everyone pitching in to help out. Right: Edwin Gordon comes out each summer to help out the McLeod family.
Shauna Charlie checks her nets every couple of hours for arctic char and herring during their annual migration.
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beloved animal, tagged for tracking by researchers, crosses the invisible boundary between protected and unprotected areas and is killed by a hunter who has paid tens of thousands of dollars for the “experience”. That was the fate of Zimbabwe’s Cecil the lion, whose killing sparked torrents of online and on-air outrage. But it also happens around the world every day, including in my home province of B.C. Many people are familiar with Cecil’s story. Minnesota dentist Walter Palmer and his guides, hunting at night with spotlights, are alleged to have tied a dead animal to their car near Hwange National Park to lure the lion. According to reports, Palmer wounded Cecil with an arrow,
then tracked and shot the animal with a rifle 40 hours later. The lion’s body was found on the park’s outskirts, skinned and headless, along with the tracking collar. Killing animals solely for “sport” or “trophies” is an ongoing and worldwide practice, and something Palmer had engaged in many times and in many places, including Canada. He was even convicted of charges related to an illegal bear kill in 2008. Closer to home, a grizzly that was tagged for research in Banff National Park had the misfortune to cross from Alberta, where grizzly hunting is illegal, into B.C., where it isn’t, and was legally shot and killed. On the B.C. coast, people were outraged when a photo surfaced of NHL player Clayton Stoner with a grizzly he shot in the Great Bear Rainforest. Coastal First Nations have banned trophy hunting there, but the government doesn’t recognize the ban. The bear, named Cheeky by local residents, was skinned and had his head and paws cut off, with the rest of the carcass left to rot. Reports have also surfaced that the winner of the Guide Outfitters Association of B.C.’s highest award in 2015
was convicted of illegal grizzly baiting in 2012. Even though many grizzly populations are vulnerable and close to 90 per cent of British Columbians, including many food hunters, oppose trophy hunting, B.C.’s government refuses to end the hunt, even in parks and areas where First Nations have banned the practice. Conservationists and other experts have challenged government population estimates, claiming they’re based on guesswork and that the real number is likely less than half the 15,000 on which the government justifies the hunt. Large carnivores like lions, grizzlies and leopards that are targeted by big-game hunters are extremely vulnerable despite their size and ferocity. They range over large areas, which often puts them in conflict with humans and our infrastructure. Parks and protected areas are too small to provide adequate habitat, so bears often wander into areas where they can be killed by hunters or vehicles. They also reproduce later in life, infrequently, and their young often have low survival rates, so populations don’t recover quickly when over-
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hunted. Large carnivores are also keystone species that play a crucial role in the food web by helping to regulate prey populations. B.C. grizzlies also contribute to rainforest growth by dragging salmon carcasses into the woods, where the fish remains and bear scat provide fertilizer. In B.C., trophy hunters have slaughtered more than 12,000 grizzlies over the past three decades. Like Palmer, non-resident hunters here pay large amounts of money to “bag” a grizzly because the species is protected in their home country, such as the U.S., or because populations have dwindled to a handful, as in Western Europe, where the species is now protected. Killing animals purely for the “thrill” is barbaric and wasteful, and can’t be justified on economic or conservation grounds. Studies show more money can be made from people who want to view and photograph them. Research also shows very little money paid by trophy hunters benefits the local economy. We’re at a critical moment in human history: our population, technology, consumptive demand and global economy are overwhelming the planet’s life-support systems - air, water, soil and other species. We’re in a global eco-crisis that demands a redefinition of our relationship with plants and other animals. It’s time to end trophy hunting. In B.C., the government must listen to citizens and conservationists, respect First Nations laws and customs and end the grizzly hunt. Written with contributions from David Suzuki Foundation Senior Editor Ian Hanington. Learn more at www.davidsuzuki.org
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The loneliest camp on Earth Called “the Pottery House,” the site that dates to the 1600s is on a green hillside with a view of neighboring Hall Island, three-and-onehalf miles away. Today, someone’s by Ned former home is a slumped square of moss the size of a mattress. Just Rozell a few steps away is the lichenencrusted jawbone of a whale long LASKA ago dragged up from the beach, 100 CIENCE feet below. Griffin wrote a paper published ne of the quietest places in recently summing up what he Alaska was temporarily home learned by excavating a square of to a few hardy people when the Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock. soil and vegetation at the Pottery House during three wet, cool days. An archaeologist has fleshed out The builders of this house first what life might have been like during a winter on St. Matthew Island in dug a floor surface into the damp ground. Following a plan perthe 1600s. In some ways, St. Matthew, more fected by Eskimo and Inuit people of Alaska’s west coast, the Pottery than 200 miles from the nearest Alaska settlement (the village of Me- House people then made a frame of driftwood found on the beach. koryuk) is a great place to live: lush Chunks of tundra sod covered the with plant life (some of it edible); structure, absorbing rain and blockmiles of coastline offering access ing the wind. to seabirds, their eggs, walrus, seals From the main living space and fish; ample fresh water in lakes extended an entrance tunnel that and streams. would have helped preserve the heat In other ways, Alaska’s most from a driftwood fire and warmth remote island is a grim outpost. escaping from bodies. Alone, treeless and exposed in the If you walked up to such a strucBering Sea, St. Matthew becomes ture today, you would see a green surrounded by sea ice in December and remains locked in its frozen grip mound rising like a dome tent on a windy hillside. until April. Cold winds blast the isGriffin found many fragments land all months of the year. Because of dampness and thick fog, “summer of flat-bottomed, straight walled is not really noticeable,” a Russian writer once wrote. Dennis Griffin has visited St. Matthew twice. The archaeologist with Oregon’s State Historic Preservation Office was last there in 2012 with * HiVg GZhiVjgVci a party of biologists hosted by the 8]Zo CddYaZ crew of the Tiglax, the 120-foot ship Open 7 Days a Week of the Alaska Maritime National K^ZicVbZhZ 8j^h^cZ Wildlife Refuge. While there, he =ZVai] 8dchX^djh dug a pit to examine one of the few 8]d^XZ weathered signs of human occupaIjZhYVn HeZX^Vah tion of St. Matthew.
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Dennis Griffin examines “the Pottery House” on St. Matthew Island in 2012, the land farthest from a village in Alaska. ceramic vessels. So much pottery makes Griffin think the occupants were firing their own ceramics from clay on the island. Griffin found charcoal, but he did not find signs of a hearth where people made repeated fires. He thinks this is a clue that people were not at the camp long. He also found no trash heaps outside the house, another sign of long-term residence. In the Pottery House were 16
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stone tools, a flat rock possibly used as an anvil and bones from many creatures, including seabird, whale, walrus, arctic fox and polar bear. The latter lived on the island even in summer until the late 1800s. After sending out items for analysis at universities across the country, Griffin thinks he can envision the residents of the Pottery House. Despite the seasonal richness of the island, Griffin thinks the men
who landed there did not intend to settle St. Matthew. He imagines two desperate walrus or seal hunters who chased their prey too far from the mainland or St. Lawrence Island. A storm blew their two-seater kayak farther from home until land was no longer visible. One day, St. Matthew appeared on the horizon and the hunters paddled hard for it. Knowing they were a long way from home and feeling the cold winds of winter, they dug into the island. When their chance to escape came after a long winter, the hunters might have boated away from the island. Or, as Griffin concluded, bits of their DNA might remain: “The eventual abandonment of the site is likely due to the return of the hunters to their homeland once the ice pack allowed them to depart,” Griffin wrote in his recent paper for Arctic Anthropology. “It is also possible that the site residents never managed to leave St. Matthew, instead being killed by the large polar bear population on the island.”
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Chief Isaac: The gentle diplomat which eased the hardship in Dawson immeasurably. With the proceeds, they were able to invest in finery, repeating rifles, and presumably, food from the Alaska by Michael Commercial store. Chief Isaac lived during the Gates Klondike gold rush when his community was subjected to more ISTORY social change in a short time than UNTER any other First Nation in the country. He served as an important link e greeted visitors who arrived in Dawson on the riv- between the old ways and the new. He was probably the right man erboats in the early days. He met royalty and represented his to lead the Han people into the people on many special occasions twentieth century. He could see at the very beginthroughout the territory. He was ning of the gold rush what a prothe gentle and dignified emissary found impact it would have on his who bridged the gap between two people, so he engineered the move cultures. a short distance to the village of He was Chief Isaac, the leader Moosehide, which survives today of the Moosehide band near Dawand holds much meaning for the son City Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in in Dawson. Chief Isaac was probably born Chief Isaac represented his around 1847, most likely, in the people at every occasion when the upper Tanana country south of two cultures met, and he handled the Fortymile District in Alaska. these events with great diplomacy That was at a time before there and patience. His message was were real boundaries between always the same: Alaska and British North America. “Long time ago before the white He spent his younger years in the man come along Yukon Indian was Fortymile area, and moved to the happy. Indian had plenty game, mouth of the Klondike after marno trouble and was fat. White man rying Eliza Harper. Four of their comes and Indian go out and kill children survived into adulthood. meat to feed him. Indian give During the winter of 1897/98, white man clothes to wear and Dawson City fell desperately warm him by Indian fire. Byemby short of food. Hundreds had … million white man come and fled the newborn town in the fall cut down Indian’s wood, kill before the Yukon River froze, but Indian’s game, take Indian’s gold still it wasn’t enough. Meat, if it out of ground, give Indian nothwas available at all, was selling ing. Game all gone, wood all gone, for thirty times the price that it Indian cold and hungry, white fetched Outside. man no care” Chief Isaac led his villagers up The core message that he the Klondike valley to its extreme repeated with regularity at every reaches, where they were able opportunity was to remind the to bag 80 moose and 65 caribou, newcomers, the Europeans, that it
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For more than 30 years, Chief Isaac acted as spokesman and intermediary between his people and the newcomers who arrived during the gold rush. He made it clear that it was their land that the Europeans were settling on. was his people’s land onto which they were welcomed. They were welcome to the gold, but they should leave the fishing and hunting to the natives. Sadly it didn’t happen that way. In 1902, he embarked on a long journey to San Francisco and Seattle, sponsored by the three Dawson trading companies. is goal was to His goal was to tell the hIS goal w His aim was to improve his health (he is reported to have been suffering from consumption), and to become better informed about life on the Outside.
He departed Dawson dressed in newly tanned moose skin apparel covered in decorative beadwork and velvet stripes, topped off with a cap and several tall feathers. His goal was to tell the white people how “…his people and the whites were brothers, and the Indian women and the white women were sisters.” Having endured constant bouts of sea sickness, he arrived in San Francisco with his younger brother, Walter, where he was shown all the sights. He rode in an elevator for the first time, took a ride in an amusement park, and
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visited the zoo. He was amazed that the moose would come to the fence and take sweets, rather than run away! During his stay in San Francisco, Yukon veteran Jack McQuesten was his guide for a day. Speaking in Isaac’s native tongue put him at ease during their short visit together. Isaac took his first train ride on the journey from San Francisco to Seattle, where the NAT&T Company representative showed him around. Talking to the Seattle Post-Intelligencer newspaper, he tactfully, but bluntly stated: “While the coming of the white man killed our business or trading, fishing and hunting, yet we are glad to have him on the Yukon.” Six weeks after departing, his health apparently restored, he arrived back in Dawson aboard the steamer Zealandian, dressed to the nines. Upon his head now was a stylish new hat. Beneath his suit he wore a beautifully striped muslin shirt with sparkling white collar and a brightly coloured tie. In his right hand, he sported a cane, while in his left hand, he carried a satchel filled with souvenirs. A couple of days after his return, the entire community convened in his Moosehide cabin to hear his account of his visit to the outside world. Members of the white community were entertained by traditional dances at events in Dawson, as well as at proceedings at Moosehide. Chief Isaac always presided, dressed in his formal regalia. These events afforded him the opportunity to deliver his message about the European impact upon his community, usually followed by everyone present removing their hats and singing ‘God Save the King.” He was the spokesman who intervened on behalf of Han members who were convicted of minor offenses, and he represented them when petitioning for jobs or seeking assistance from the government. He was actively involved in the business of the Anglican Church in Moosehide, but maintained a careful balancing act with traditional spiritual beliefs. In 1922, he was introduced to Lady Byng, wife of the Governor General. Dressed in beaded moose skin from head to foot, he talked to her for a short while, and then presented her with some fine leather crafts from the people of Moosehide. It was one of his last documented official functions. Chief Isaac died of influenza, April 9, 1932, at 85 years old. He is remembered fondly by the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in of Dawson. Chief Isaac Hall is named in his honour. Mount Chief Isaac is located in the Ogilvie Mountains north of Dawson. Dawson residents even made him an honorary member of the Yukon Order of Pioneers. Michael Gates is a Yukon historian and sometimes adventurer based in Whitehorse. This column was first published two and a half years ago. His new book, Dalton’s Gold Rush Trail, is now available in stores. You can contact him at msgates@northwestel.net
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Best not to mention the things you dislike by Judith Martin
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MANNERS DEAR MISS MANNERS: There is an old saying my mother-inlaw seems to have embraced wholeheartedly: “If you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all.” But isn’t the saying meant to spare hurt feelings, not cause them? These deafening silences tell me how my mother-in-law truly feels. The most recent instance came when I redecorated our front porch. My mother-in-law visited and didn’t even acknowledge the drastic changes. Instead of saying something like, “I see you have redecorated the front porch,” there was this silence on her end, which told me she didn’t care for it at all. On the way out of the house, she stood on our front porch and said she liked the neighbor’s lawn. My mother-in-law believes she has impeccable manners. Those manners feel more like weapons. Am I being too sensitive, and is she correct in not even acknowledging things she dislikes?
GENTLE READER: You have not left your mother-in-law any options. You consider her silence rude. Telling you she disapproves of your taste would be ruder. And Miss Manners finds it hard to believe that the flat statement you propose — merely acknowledging the change — would be satisfactory. That leaves vocal approval, a choice your mother-in-law may find distasteful, particularly if she has reason to fear it will be met with accusations of insincerity. So her policy is a sound one. Miss Manners suggests that you stop worrying about whether your mother-in-law approves of your front porch. DEAR MISS MANNERS: I wanted to invite family and friends to our 25th anniversary dinner party, but I can’t afford to pay for everyone’s meal. Is there a tactful way to let them know they’ll need to pay for their own meals? GENTLE READER: “We want to honor ourselves with a party that we clearly can’t afford, so we are inviting you to pay for it. We will pretend to be your hosts, but if you want anything to eat and drink, you are on your own.” DEAR MISS MANNERS: My friend often omits any type of salutation or greeting in her emails. No “Dear So-and-So,” or “Hi, So-and-So,” although on occasion, she will say “Hi” without
using my name and then start her email. She always signs it with her name — twice actually, since she has an automatic signature built into her email program. I interpret this as a lack of respect, and it annoys me so much that I would like to say something to her. But it would probably sound petty to say, “How come you don’t call me anything, but sign your own name TWICE?!” GENTLE READER: Informal emails do not properly require either a salutation or a valediction, although if one uses the former, it is reasonable to pair it with the latter. And if one uses an automatic signature, a valediction is redundant. Yet Miss Manners agrees that you would look petty to let on that you are keeping score. And if you do, your friend will no doubt counter that she should get credit for having used your name in your email address. DEAR MISS MANNERS: In a restaurant where there is a sign that states “No shirt, no shoes, no service,” why are people allowed in to eat wearing sandals or flipflops? You know, the flip-flops that we used to wear when we went to the swimming pool. I see people all the time wearing flip-flops in restaurants. I thought the sign meant if you do not have shoes on, you will not get served. But I see now that
most restaurants do not have that sign up like they used to. GENTLE READER: Do you have any idea what it is like to establish any sort of dress code nowadays? Employers direct their workers to dress professionally, in terms of whatever the particular profession happens to be. Hosts beg their guests to dress up for their important occasions. Schools issue rules banning vulgar and bigoted outfits. Businesses try to establish a tone they expect their customers to follow. And what does it get them? Code violators who consider themselves to be fighting — sometimes with lawsuits — for the noble cause of freedom of expression. It appears that only clubs with rough bouncers are able to inspire people to dress symbolically for the activity in which they are engaged. So Miss Manners doesn’t wonder that those who write such codes back away from battles over strict enforcement, especially over such hair-splitting questions as what constitutes a shoe. Perhaps if they notice they are losing customers who want a more dignified — or less smelly — atmosphere, they will act. Or they could just hire a toughie to stand at the door, pronouncing people “tacky” and turning them away. Then the lines will form around the block. DEAR MISS MANNERS: My
sister sent me a text saying she needed to know who from my family would be attending her daughter’s wedding. It was five weeks from the wedding. It said she needed to know ASAP, as it was a small wedding, and good friends could not be invited because of family. She didn’t see a reservation for my daughter and son-in-law because the block of rooms at the hotel was full. (They have reservations at a nearby hotel.) I was very hurt, but she claims I withheld information from her and I am too sensitive. Am I wrong to feel as I do? GENTLE READER: Yes. And it strikes Miss Manners that for someone with tender feelings about herself, you are amazingly insensitive to your sister’s needs. The lady is planning a wedding. She needs to know who is attending. She went so far as to check the hotel reservations searching for an answer about your family. But although they decided to go, and took care to notify a hotel, they did not have the courtesy to answer the invitation. At most, you could wish that your sister had confronted the rude guests, rather than going through you, possibly out of delicacy (or possibly because she didn’t have their texting address). But your indignation should be directed at your daughter and son-in-law for embarrassing the family.
Religious Organizations & Services Whitehorse United Church
Yukon Bible Fellowship
601 Main Street 667-2989
FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH 160 Hillcrest Drive Family Worship: Sunday 10:00am
(Union of Methodist, Presbyterian & Congregational Churches) 10:30 a.m. - Sunday School & Worship Service Rev. Beverly C.S. Brazier
Grace Community Church 8th & Wheeler Street Pastor Jim Joe 668-2003
PASTOR SIMON AYRTON PASTOR RICK TURNER www.yukonbiblefellowship.com
Church Of The Nazarene 2111 Centennial St. (Porter Creek) Sunday School & Morning Worship - 10:45 am Call for Bible Study & Youth Group details
Quaker Worship Group RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS Meets regularly for Silent Worship. For information, call 667-4615 email: whitehorse-contact@quaker.ca
website: quaker.ca
Seventh Day Adventist Church
First Pentecostal Church
1607 Birch St. 633-2647
149 Wilson Drive 668-5727
Sacred Heart Cathedral
Sunday 10:00am Prayer / Sunday School 11:00 am Worship Wednesday Praise & Celebration 7:30 pm Pastor Roger Yadon
4th Avenue & Steele Street • 667-2437 Masses: Weekdays: 12:10 pm. Saturday 5 pm Sunday: 9 am - English; 10:10 am - French; 11:30 am English
Saturday Evening Mass: 7:00 p.m. Confessions before Mass & by appointment. Monday 7:00 PM Novena Prayers & Adoration Tuesday through Friday: Mass 11:30 a.m.
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Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church 4th Avenue & Strickland Street
668-4079 tlc@northwestel.net pastor.tlc@northwestel.net EVERYONE WELCOME!
10:00 AM
Riverdale Baptist Church 15 Duke Road, Whse 667-6620 Sunday worship Service: 10:30am REV. GREG ANDERSON
www.rbchurch.ca
Whitehorse
Baptist Church 2060 2ND AVENUE • 667-4889
www.whbc.ca Family Worship & Sunday School
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St. Nikolai Orthodox
Christian Mission
Saturday Vespers 5:00 pm Sunday Liturgy 10:00 am FR. JOHN GRYBA 332-4171 for information www.orthodoxwhitehorse.org
403 Lowe Street Mondays 5:15 to 6:15 PM
www.vajranorth.org • 667-6951
Christ Church Cathedral Anglican Dean Sean Murphy, Rector
TAGISH Community Church
Our Lady of Victory (Roman Catholic)
Meditation Drop-in • Everyone Welcome!
OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM to 12 Noon
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Vajra North Buddhist Meditation Society
1609 Birch St. (Porter Creek) 633-5385 “We’re Open Saturdays!” Worship Service 11:00 am Wednesday 7:00 pm - Prayer Meeting All are welcome.
10:30 AM FAMILY WORSHIP WEEKLY CARE GROUP STUDIES Because He Cares, We Care.
www.whitehorsenazarene.org
Rigdrol Dechen Ling,
(Roman Catholic)
Bethany Church Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Early Morning Service 9:00 - 10:00 am Family Service 10:30 am - Noon Filipino Service 4:00 - 5:00 pm Sunday School Ages 0-12
91806 Alaska Highway Ph: 668-4877
4TH AVENUE & ELLIOTT STREET Sunday Communion Services 8:30 & 10:00 AM Thursday Service 12:10 PM (Bag Lunch)
668-5530
Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday each Month Details, map and information at:
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Calvary Baptist 1301 FIR STREET 633-2886 Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Pastor L.E. Harrison 633-4089
ECKANKAR
Religion of the Light and Sound of God
For more information on monthly activities, call (867) 633-6594 or visit www.eckankar-yt.ca www.eckankar.org ALL ARE WELCOME.
Bahá’Í Faith Box 31419, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6K8
For information on regular communityactivities in Whitehorse contact: whitehorselsa@gmail.com
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Meeting Times are 10:00 AM at 108 Wickstrom Road
The Salvation Army 311-B Black Street • 668-2327
Sunday Church Services: 11:00 AM EVERYONE WELCOME!
www.bethanychurch.ca
The Temple of Set The World’s Premier Left Hand Path Religion
A not-for-prophet society. www.xeper.org canadian affiliation information: northstarpylon@gmail.com
Church of the Northern Apostles
An Anglican/Episcopal Church Sunday Worship 10:00 AM Sunday School during Service, Sept to May
THE REV. ROB LANGMAID 45 Boxwood Crescent • Porter Creek 633-4032 • All Are Welcome
Yukon Muslim Association 1154c 1st Ave • Entrance from Strickland
www.yukonmuslims.ca For further information about, and to discover Islam, please contact: Javed Muhammad (867) 332-8116 or Adil Khalik (867) 633-4078 or send an e-mail to info@yukonmuslims.ca
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SPORTS AND RECREATION Guns, Titans bag spots at 2016 slo-pitch nationals Tom Patrick News Reporter
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he P&M Recycling Guns and the Fountain Tire Titans will be hometown favourites on the national stage next summer. The two teams will represent Yukon at the 2016 Canadian SloPitch Championships, which will be held in Whitehorse next August. Both teams earned the spots by winning the qualifying tournament hosted by Softball Yukon at Whitehorse’s Pepsi Softball Centre over the weekend. It’ll be two in a row for the Yukon Fountain Tire Titans, who will also represent the territory at this year’s nationals next week in Dorchester, Ont. “We’re super happy, super proud, super excited we get to represent (Yukon) two years in a row. It’s pretty cool,” said Titans coach/ player Tanya Sage. “It’s going to be great to be home field, representing the Yukon and hopefully our bats show up then too.” Their bats sure showed up in the women’s final on Sunday. The Titans clobbered the P&M Recycling Sistas 29-11 in the final. “That was a great ball game. We hit the ball, we defended really well, we stayed positive,” said Sage. “Everyone was hitting really well, everyone contributed, everyone was at the top of their game.” The Fountain Tire team peeled away to a 29-4 lead by the middle of the fifth inning. When the Sistas failed to bridge the mercy-rule gap in the bottom of the inning – though they tried with seven runs – the game was called. Titans outfielder Melanie Lachapelle went five for six at the plate, third baseman Sharmane Jones five for five and outfielder Heidi Harry four for six. Ace pitcher Karen Bevilacqua got the win. On the way to the tournament win, the Titans twice defeated the Nuway Crushers (18-13 and 12-9) but lost to the Sistas 21-18 in extra innings in the two teams’ first encounter Sunday morning. “This morning we were here ready to play them, came out quickly with some runs early,” said Sistas coach Russ Smoler. “This afternoon (the Titans) just hit the ball really well and made some plays to stay ahead of us.” The P&M Recycling Guns hit the field fully loaded. Only in the final, which they won 29-19 over Dave’s Cleaning Crew, did the Guns play all seven innings. Their first three games in the men’s tournament ended early through the mercy rule. “It all went well,” said Guns coach Mitch Malchow. “They are a good group of guys who have all been playing together a long time.” After serving the Cleaning Crew a three-up, three-down inning to start the game, the Guns scored six
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P&M Recycling Guns outfielder Troy Cairns slides into second as Dave’s Cleaning Crew captain James Semaschuk has trouble handling the throw during the final of the qualifying tournament for next year’s Canadian Slo-Pitch Championships on Sunday at the Pepsi Softball Centre. The Guns won 29-19.
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Left: Yukon Fountain Tire Titans pitcher Karen Bevilacqua throws one in against the P&M Recycling Sistas in the women’s final. The Titans won 29-11. Right: Guns shortstop Sheldon King gets set to field a grounder in the final. in the bottom. Pitcher Brian White got the ball rolling with a huge three-run homer that still hasn’t returned to earth. He put another in orbit in the second on a two-run homer to make it 12-0. “The boys played good today in the final, scored runs every inning and that’s the name of this game,” said Malchow, who just took over coaching duties. “I used to play against these boys a lot of years ago, so it’s fun to be back with them.” “We are extremely excited about our new coach joining the squad,” said Guns captain Mike Tuton, who
had a two-run homer in the first. The Cleaning Crew didn’t get on the board until the third, on a deep drive from outfielder Ryan Lane with the bases loaded. After starting the fifth inning down 22-7, the Crew began to close the gap, first with a three-run shot from Nolan Stonehouse, then a two-run homer from George Maratos in the sixth, followed by another two-runner from captain James Semaschuk. “It is what it is. The guys came together – we had a couple lastminute pick-ups – but we played a hell of a tournament,” said Semaschuk. “When you play against a
team like the Guns … they have all the experience, they know how to field the ball and they know how to hit. “Dave’s cleaning kept up with them – they were the only team they didn’t mercy this tournament … Every tournament we’ve played we’ve improved, from fourth to third, from third to second now.” The Guns won the men’s A division in Whitehorse’s Dustball Invitational Slo-Pitch Tournament last month, adding to a long list of Dustball titles, but they came up short in their previous challenge. This past May the Guns lost to
the Whitehorse’s Urban Reality Reds (then called the Marlins) in the final of the qualifying tourney for next week’s slo-pitch nationals. “They missed the one this year, so they wanted to redeem themselves, I think,” added Malchow. When the Reds and the Fountain Tire Titans hit the field next week, it’ll be the first time Yukon is represented slo-pitch nationals in more than 25 years. Softball Yukon was required to send teams to this year’s nationals as part of the deal in hosting next year’s. Contact Tom Patrick at tomp@yukon-news.com
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Swimmer Rennes Lindsay grabs two bronze at nationals Tom Patrick News Reporter
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peedy swimming sisters Rennes and Cassis Lindsay hit the pool with the fastest in the country last week in Quebec City. The two Whitehorse Glacier Bears competed at the Canadian Age Group Championships with Rennes capturing a pair of bronze medals. “That was pretty exciting. I didn’t think I would make that many finals or get medals, really,” said Rennes. “It was a bit of a surprise. “I’m not really surprised one of my medals came in the 800 freestyle because that’s a race I’m pretty comfortable with and is probably one of my favourite races, and I really like it longcourse.” Swimming at her first national championship, Rennes won bronze in the 400-metre freestyle and 800-metre freestyle in the girls 12-and-under division. The 12-year-old finished the 400 in 4:41.86 and the 800 in 9:49.67 in the finals. “Rennes had amazing freestyle races,” said Glacier Bears head coach Malwina Bukszowana in a news release. “Her tactics were very good, she knew how to race it, and when to attack to place herself high in the final and with her great finishes, she was able to hold it … Her 400 and 800 free could not have been paced any better.” “My coach and I really liked my 400 freestyle because she told me I had to be really brave,” said Rennes. “I was afraid if I went out and stayed with them instead of at their feet, I would be really tired at the end. But I went out really fast and held it and Malwina said it was a really good race.” In addition to the two medals, Rennes reached three other finals. She took sixth in the 200 free, ninth in the 200-metre butterfly and fourth in the 400-metre individual medley, breaking her own long-course club record with a time of 5:28.75 in finals. “It was really fun, the pool was amazing,” said Rennes. “It was really cool to have all the best age group swimmers in Canada there, so it was pretty exciting.” Cassis, who competed in the 14-year-old girls category, was swimming at her second age group nationals. Last year she topped out with a 12th in the 50-metre freestyle for her best result. She improved on that with a ninth place finish in the 50 free final last Friday, coming in at 28.14 seconds. “It’s a really great meet because you get to see where you stand in Canada,” said Cassis. “My best placing was ninth and I’m pretty happy with that. It’s a step up from 12th last year. “After you race you think, ‘I
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Lindsay sisters Rennes, left, and Cassis, right, race at a Whitehorse meet in November. The two Glacier Bears competed at the Canadian Age Group Championships in Quebec City last week. got ninth.’ But when you think about it, you’re like, ‘Wait, that’s in all of Canada.’” Cassis also placed 20th in the 100 free and 200 medley prelims, but what stands out most for her was the 50 fly, in which she placed 36th. “My favourite race was the 50 butterfly. It was my only PB (personal best) and it was weird because fly is not my best stroke … and I just missed Alexandra Gabor’s (club) record, which was a big milestone. I missed it by four hundredths of a second.” (Gabor, who is a former
national champion, was the first Yukon athlete ever to win gold at the Canada Summer Games, which she did in 2009.) “She has good under water fly kicks off the walls and the dive, which helps in sprints,” said Bukszowana. “Cassis is hard working swimmer, who is willing to improve, make changes and she thinks a lot during every practice, and after the whole season of strict training, she deserves her final.” Though the championship marked the end of the season for Rennes, Cassis still has another
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major one to go. Cassis, along with Glacier Bears teammate Luke Bakica, will represent Yukon at the Western Canada Summer Games next week in Wood Buffalo, Alta. “I have another chance to break all my best times – I’m really excited about that,” said Cassis.
“I’d just like to say thank you to the (Yukon) Aboriginal Sports Circle and the Yukon government’s high performance funding program, for my high performance funding, and my coach and my family,” added Rennes. Contact Tom Patrick at tomp@yukon-news.com
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Soccer Coaches Required Yukon Soccer Association is seeking FEMALE COACHES for each of the three female teams (Juvenile, Junior & Intermediate Female) and MALE COACHES for the two male teams (Juvenile and Junior Male) participating at the 2016 Arctic Winter Games being held in Nuuk, Greenland. If interested please apply in writing to: Yukon Soccer Association 4061 - 4th Ave. Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1H1 Your letter should detail your coaching credentials, coaching experience
Fred Koe, Chair of Elections Committee koescs@theedge.ca (867) 393-1927
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1-BDRM SUITE, washer/dryer, heat & elec incl, Takhini area, avail immed, $1,000/mon. 335-5898
FURNISHED ROOM in condo, Riverdale, share with 2 others and small dog, avail immed, N/S, N/P, refs & dd reqĘźd, $550/mon all incl. 333-9492
3-BDRM SUITE, downtown, nice design, deck, heat, power, cable, internet, laundry & parking all included, avail Sept 1, $2,200/mon. 332-3598
2-BDRM LEGAL bsmt suite, Riverdale, open concept, N/S, N/P, laundry facility, shed, $1,050/mon + utils + dd, close to schools & h o s p i t a l , p h o t o : madidi-amazon.com/38_suiteb_photo.htm. 322-1476
SMALL RENOVATED furnished bachelor suite downtown, avail Sept 15, includes utilities, cable, internet, private parking, separate entrance, refs reqĘźd, $900/mon + $450 dep. 668-4321
2-BDRM BSMT suite, Porter Creek, close to Jack Hulland school, quiet, clean, private ent, avail Sept 1, N/S, no dogs, $1,100/mon. 332-8801
1-BDRM APT, Riverdale, bright, clean, spacious, partially furnished, incl elec, oil & Internet, avail mid-August, N/S, N/P, refs & dd reqĘźd, $1,000/mon all inclusive. 332-0568
1 BEDROOM w/adjoining sitting room, $750, and separate bedroom, $500, in basement of 4-bdrm house, includes laundry & separate bathroom, Internet, cable not incl, N/P, N/S, avail Aug 1st. 335-6885
667-4759
Office/Commercial Space for Rent Available Immediately: t Approximately 3200 square feet on the ground oor; t turnkey; t downtown on quiet street; t handicap accessible including handicap doors;
34 YEARS, Yukon resident, rental property owner looking to housesit for summer 2015, extremely clean, I mow lawns, take care of pets, vacuum, elite references. MarcelGareau@hotmail.com
2-BDRM HOUSE, 1 bath w/shower, in country 30 kms west of Whitehorse, washer & dryer, avail Sept 1, refs reqĘźd, $1,200/mon. 668-1045
OFFICE SPACE for rent, approx 1,000 sq ft, street level, Yukon News building (former YCOD/Cancer Society space), heat & electricity included, $3,400/mon + GST. Stephen @ 334-9745
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
1-BDRM BSMT suite, Porter Creek, washer/dryer, close to bus stop, N/S, N/P, refs reqĘźd, $1,000/ mon + dd, includes heat & light, parking, plug-in. 456-7729
SHORT TERM rental, Riverdale, 2-bdrm 2-bath furnished duplex, family room, $1,500/mon from September 2015 to January 2016. 336-1538
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Above Starbuck’s on Main St. Nice clean, professional building, good natural light. 536' ft. office space on Main St c/w kitchette. Competitive lease rates offered.
HOUSESITTER AVAILABLE Mature, responsible person Call Suat at 668-6871
2-BDRM SUITE, furnished, Wolf Creek area, newly built, avail Sept 1, 10 mins to town, N/S, $1,500/mon + utils. 334-4024, serious inquiries only
For more information call Greg
OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE
3-BDRM 1-BATH house, Riverdale, fully furnished, close to shopping & trails, available from Sept 1/15 to Apr 30/16, $1,875/mon + utils. Shawna @ 668-4930
1-BDRM FURNISHED bsmt suite, Riverdale, well kept, sep ent, N/P, N/S, responsible tenants, avail immed, incl lights, heat & laundry. 667-2808
ONE BLOCK FROM MAIN STREET Utilities & Parking Stall included, separate Entrance, Bathroom & Kitchenette, ideal for individual Professional.
334-5553
Wanted to Rent
3-BDRM 2-BATH duplex, Copper Ridge, garage, on greenbelt, avail Sept 15, $1,700/mon + utils. 332-1179 to arrange viewing
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Office/Retail & Locker Space
OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 4 connected offices (approx 940 sq ft) Partially furnished Central downtown location All operational costs included (tax, heat, air conditioning, power, & janitorial). $1,900 per month 335-3123
1-BDRM 2ND floor downtown condo, secure underground parking, deck, $1850/mon. 668-4729
FURNISHED ROOM in comfortable large home. TV in room w/cable, wifi. Parking, kitchen facilities, laundry facilities, $600/mon. 334-3456
Ground Floor OfďŹ ce Available
Main & Front Street
BRIGHT OFFICE/STUDIO Space Available Up to 2000 sq. ft. 129 Copper Road. Space includes Kitchen area with stove & fridge. 667-2614 Ask for Brenda or Michelle totalfire@northwestel.net
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3-BDRM 1.5-BATH condo, Riverdale, end unit, near walking trails, schools, shopping, parks, great for kids, N/S, N/P, avail Aug 1, dd & refs reqĘźd, $1,450/mon + utils. 393-2828
2-BDRM CABIN, 24Ęźx24Ęź, no running water, wood heat, 30 mins west on Alaska Highway, avail Aug 1, $700/mon. 335-6885
3-BDRM 1.5-BATH duplex, Takhini, close to school, College, Games Centre & downtown, N/P, N/S, refs & dd reqĘźd, $1,550/mon + utils. 1-780-531-2436
3-BDRM 2-BATH townhouse, Porter Creek, 1,744 sq ft, close to schools & bus route, 5 appliances, balcony, N/P, N/S, refs & dd reqĘźd, $1,700/mon + utils. 633-5129
3-BDRM 1.5-BATH duplex, Hillcrest, on green belt, schools nearby, shopping, parks, great for kids, N/S, N/P, avail Aug 15, dd & refs reqĘźd, $1,600/mon + utils. 393- 2828
WANTED: CLEAN, safe room for mature female student, prefer Riverdale, will do household chores for reduced rent. Jean @ 689-0253
Real Estate CONDO STUDIO in Nanaimo, B.C. Quality construction+materials, partially furnished w/kitchen appliances Well organized 300 sqft space in quiet residential neighbourhood. Perfect for student or for downsizing. Low condo fees+utilities. Reduced to $82,000. 867-660-4516. 2-BDRM CABIN, Tagish, Sidney Str, Lot 12, blue siding, electric ready to hook up, gd location, 5 minutes to bridge for fishing, serious inquiries only. Delphine 780-926-1966 2-BDRM 2-BATH single-level home, new, ensuite, walk-in closet, large kitchen open to dining & living room, walnut flooring, tile entrance, 6 appliances, concrete driveway, electric heat, double attached garage. 334-2802 3-BDRM UPDATED mobile home, Mary Lake subdivision, large addition, new kitchen, bathrooms, flooring & septic, country residential 15 minutes from town, $347,000. 336-4920 for more info INCOME PROPERTY, 2-bdrm & 3-bdrm house, Echo Valley Rd, 4 appliances, large decks, laundry rooms, large shop/office w/4-pc bath in office, fenced acre lot, currently rented at $4,000/mon. 780-351-2677 3-BDRM 2-BATH single level home , large ensuite & walk-in closet, open kitchen, LR & dining, 1,450 sq ft, electric heat, pick colours/flooring, under construction. 334-2802 2-BDRM 2-BATH single level home, ensuite, walk-in closet , hardwood in large open living, dining, kitchen, 1,250 sq ft , double garage, concrete driveway, 6 appliances. 334-2802
2,628 SQUARE FEET OF PRIME OFFICE SPACE Available for Lease NOW!
TAKHINI $419,500, quality workmanship, energy efficient condo, Central Park, end unit, over 1,600 sq ft, 3-bdrm, 2.5-bath, many upgrades, single car garage. 393-3993
Two Suites available for lease. Suites can be leased separately or combined as one. One suite is 1,248 square feet. The second suite is 1,380 square feet. Located in a professional building downtown Whitehorse, this space is ideal for accounting, legal or other professionals.
LUXURY PENTHOUSE, 1,290 sq ft condo, 602 Main, view, private deck, roof deck, parking w/power, 2 bdrm, 4/3pc baths, lease $2,000+/mon or purchase, $455,000. Appointment 660-4106
MOVE-IN READY.
2-BDRM HOUSE, Keno City, 756m2 lot, power and water, propane stove & appliances, phone and internet available, furnished, $55,000. Daniel @d.schuenemann@gmx.com
For more information, please contact: 336-0028
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Help Wanted LOOKING FOR an in-home caregiver Permanent, full time (40hrs/week), In Whitehorse. Job details: Child care, meal preparation, kidsʟ laundry, housekeeping. Wage $10.86/hr. Apply through: guanzhu.w@gmail.com. FULL-TIME DENTAL ASSISTANT REQUIRED for busy dental practice. Experience an asset (CDA I/II), but would train the right applicant. Please apply with resume to Whitehorse Dental Clinic, 406 Lambert Street (behind Medicine Chest pharmacy), Attn: Dr. Colin Nash. Email questions to whitehorsedental@northwestel.net. HELP WANTED Hotel Front Desk Clerk NOC #6525 Qualifications: Completion of college program in front desk operations or hotel management is required. Applicants with relevant experience preferred: Hours: 40 hours per week Wage: $14/hr Duties: •Register arriving guests and assign rooms •Answer telephone enquiries •Compile and check daily records Contact: HR Manager hr@elitehotel.ca Elite Hotel & Travel Ltd. 206 Jarvis St Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2H1
Miscellaneous for Sale 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 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 PERSIAN NAIN carpet, beige with blue trim, bought in Middle East, $1,900, appraised much higher. 204-880-7245 herbeeking@hotmail.com CFL FOOTBALL cards, 17 different complete sets of cards, including early OPC. Almost 2,600 cards. $1,400. Ross 633-3154 WORLD HOCKEY Association, 5 complete hockey card sets from the 1970s. Exc cond. $750. Ross 633-3154 TRADING CARDS, binder full of non-sport trading cards (James Bond, X-men, Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom). About 500 cards. $50. Ross 633-3154 WORLD HOCKEY Association, remember it? Two rare books, (history, statistics, photos). Exc. shape, $50. 633-3154 MCDONALDS H O C K E Y cards from 1991-92 to 2009/10, almost every card issued incl. 27 unopened paks from each year, over 1,200 cards, $1,000 firm. Ross 633-3154 USED TIN, beige & white from 60ʟX70ʟ shop 20ʟ wall, wall & roof tin, exc cond, value $18,300 new, asking $7,500. 335-5192 THREE COMPLETE OPC hockey card sets (1999-00 to 2001-02 period) plus some short prints. Over 900 cards. $150. Ross 633-3154 MANʟS 10K gold ring with 3 diamonds, appraised at $875, replacement cost at $1,400, offers. 332-6565 YUKON WILDLIFE Conservation stamps, rare and unique collection of 13 stamps, from 1996-2008, beautiful artwork depicting Yukon birds and wildlife, $150. 633-3154 POWER JUICER, Jack Lalanne, new, $45; new P.C. 1.4L ice cream/dessert maker, $18. 660-4321 UGG SHOES, new, sz 7, tan in colour, $100. 867-993-6347 4-DRAWER METAL filing cabinet, exc shape, $350. 332-6565 250 GAL fuel tank, 500 gal fuel tank, no leaks, $300 for both. 332-6565 SPILSBURY & Tindall 5BX-11 2-way radio w/antenna, exc shape, $395. 332-6565 RIGID 600 power handle & dies, includes pipe cutter & spiral reamer $1,113, Rigid 300 compact pipe vise, includes 2nd die head, $3,440, Rigid electric torch, $450. 867-993-5423 20 KW Isuzu generator, 393-2545
YUKON NEWS BOOK, PART of the Land, Part of the Water, $50; Collectors, Bee Gees first record, $199; Cris Caldwell signed poster, 3 of 500, Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous 1988, $100. 633-2236 CANADA GOOSE expedition parka, men's, black, size M, as new condition, $750; Canada Goose mitts, menĘźs, black, size M, as new condition, $75. 334-5134 WALRUS, MUSKOX & Narwhal all combined into a one-of-a-kind creature topped off with RCMP hat. Offers. 667-7467
GRAYLING MOUNTED on wooden plaque, exc cond, done by Gary Hill, taxidermist from Atlin, appraised at $500. 667-7467 TRAVELPRO 28� expandable upright suitcase from The Bay, new, still in box, too big for my purposes, reg price $370, sale price $135. 633-2981 POTATO FORKS, $8 & $5; Commissionerʟs Potlach posters, 1998 & 2000, $20 ea; double air mattress with folding stand, $40. 633-5009
FINAL RECURITMENT ADVERTISMENT:
Mental Health Association of Yukon (MHAY) is seeking applications from qualiďŹ ed applicants for the position of
Program Director, MHAY. MHAY is a not-for-proďŹ t organization committed to promoting the positive mental health of all Yukoners. Reporting to the board, the new position of Program Director will focus on ensuring the successful delivery of a new cognitive behavioural therapy program, Living Life to the Full. The position will work with the Board to ensure the long term sustainability of the program through fundraising and other activities as outlined in the Strategic Plan. QUALIFICATIONS: t A passion for helping improve Yukoners mental health. t A Bachelor degree in a mental health related ďŹ eld or equivalent experience t Experience teaching effectively to adults and youth t Good knowledge of CBT principles t Good knowledge of local mental health services t Experience networking and marketing with community partners t Strong organizational and project management skills t Remuneration: t This one year contract position will be based upon an anticipate average of 40 hours per week at a rate of $30.00/hr. Please Email applications to mhayukon2015@gmail.com or Fax to 867-667-4402 attention ‘Program Director Recruitment’ no later than August 13th, 2015.
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RV PORTABLE 120w solar panel, Go Power folding kit for charging RV battery, c/w case, cables & 30Ęź extension cable, $425, 689-1125 for details
Kluane Dana Shäw Corporation
Call For Board Of Directors The Kluane Dana Shä̀w Corporation (KDSC) is the wealth generating corporation for the Kluane First Nation (KFN). The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the creation of new businesses, for investments in sound opportunities and for the growth of current investments for the shareholder, KFN. The Board is also responsible to provide advice, strategic direction, approval of activities, and to monitor and evaluate the corporation’s performance and plans. The KDSC is seeking three (3) individuals to serve on the Board for a three-year term. Interested individuals with at least 5 years of experience and developed skills in any of the following areas of: • Sales, Marketing and Advertising • Finance and Investment • Business Development Officers & Consultants • Banking, Credit and Other Investment Managers • Securities Agents, Investment Dealers and Brokers • Financial Auditors and Accountants • Professional Occupations in Business Services • Diploma, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree, or equivalent working experience • Experience, history, and understanding of working with First Nations Interested individuals may submit a cover letter along with resume, stating how their abilities match the roles and responsibilities of the Kluane Corporation’s Board of Directors. All completed applications can be sent by regular mail or email to the following: Kluane Corporation Attention: Diyet van Lieshout (Chair) #101 - 1191 Front Street Whitehorse,Yukon Y1A 0K5 Phone: (867) 332-2900 Email: diyet@me.com DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5 PM THURSDAY, AUGUST 21ST, 2015
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Employment Employment Opportunity Opportunity
Providing leadership through our strengths in programming, services and research, Yukon College’s main campus in Whitehorse and 12 community campuses cover the territory. A small college, YC provides a stimulating and collegial environment. We work with Yukon communities, Yukon First Nations, local governments, business and industry, to promote a community of learners within a vibrant organization. Come join us as we continue to enhance the Yukon’s capacity through education and training.
Providing leadership through our strengths in programming, services and research, Yukon College’s main campus in Whitehorse and 12 community campuses cover the territory. A small college, YC provides a stimulating and collegial environment. We work with Yukon communities, Yukon First Nations, local governments, business and industry, to promote a community of learners within a vibrant organization. Come join us as we continue to enhance the Yukon’s capacity through education and training.
Administrative Assistant School of Academic & Skill Development (ASD) Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) Campus Permanent Position from: August 31, 2015 Salary: $27.89 to $33.20 per hour (Based on 75.0 hours bi-weekly) Competition #: 15.94 ,QLWLDO 5HYLHZ 'DWH $XJXVW
Instructor, Political Science
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School of Liberal Arts Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) Campus Permanent Position from: November 1, 2015 Salary: $75,388 to $89,749 per annum (Market supplement may be applied) (Based on 75 hours bi-weekly) Competition #: 15.91 Initial Review Date: August 18, 2015 Yukon College is seeking an instructor to plan, organize, coordinate, develop and instruct courses within the Political Science program with an emphasis in indigenous governance and policy. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, or preferably D 3RVW 'RFWRUDWH GHJUHH LQ D UHODWHG ÀHOG ZLWK SUHYLRXV experience in curriculum development and instructing in an adult education environment. Experience in any of the following would be considered an asset: teaching First Nations students and/or indigenous governance courses, teaching through distance-education technologies, research in political science or a related discipline and/or the scholarship of teaching and learning.
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Consideration may be given to those with an appropriate blend of education and experience.
Go to: http://yukoncollege.yk.ca/about/employment for more information on all job competitions. Quoting the competition number, please submit your resume and cover letter to: Yukon College, Human Resources Services, Box 2799, 500 College Drive, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4 Fax: 867-668-8896 Email: hr@yukoncollege.yk.ca
Go to: http://yukoncollege.yk.ca/about/employment for more information on all job competitions. Quoting the competition number, please submit your resume and cover letter to: Yukon College, Human Resources Services, Box 2799, 500 College Drive, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4 Fax: 867-668-8896 Email: hr@yukoncollege.yk.ca
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Hello Whitehorse
Fishermen!
LOCAL DELIVERY DRIVERS 2 POSITIONS
Champagne and Aishihik First Nations
JOB OPPORTUNITIES We require two individuals for the delivery of Home Heating Fuel in Whitehorse and surrounding area. Miscellaneous duties as required. May be required to work shift work or weekends. The ideal Candidate must possess a Class 1 with Air Endorsement, experience in Petroleum deliveries. Good knowledge of Whitehorse and surrounding areas. WHMIS and Dangerous Goods Certificate would be a definite asset. Wages for this position is according to the collective agreement. We also have an attractive benefit package.
Director Of Community Wellness
Community Trapper Coordinator
REGULAR FULL-TIME SALARY: $81,028.00-$94,791.00 LOCATION: HAINES JUNCTION, YUKON CLOSING DATE: AUGUST 10, 2015
Regular Full-Time Salary: $48,617.15-$56,875.19 Location: Haines Junction, Yukon Closing Date: August 12, 2015
North 60 Petro Ltd.
Conditions of Employment: A valid Yukon class 5 driver’s licence with satisfactory driver’s abstract Able to travel when required Criminal Records Check CAFN Human Resource Policy will apply. Please contact for further information on these postings and a job description: Champagne & Aishihik First Nations Fax (867) 667-6202 Attn: Ashley or Email Aboss@cafn.ca We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
First Nation of Nacho Nyäk Dun
MAYO, YUKON
First Nation of Nacho Nyäk Dun
Department: Lands and Resources Salary Range: Level 7 Term: Full-time Term Position Hours: 7.5 hrs/daily (75 hrs bi-weekly) Closing date: August 12, 2015
MAYO, YUKON JOB OPPORTUNITY
Job Summary: Reporting to the Manager of Lands and Resources, the incumbent is
s #ONSULT WITH INTEREST GROUPS INCLUDING BUSINESSES GOVERNMENTS AND SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS #OORDINATE PUBLIC REVIEWS AND PARTICIPATE IN PUBLIC HEARINGS ON MAJOR PROJECTS s 2ESEARCH MARKET TRENDS AND RELATIONSHIP TO THE ENVIRONMENT s 2EVIEW DEVELOP LEGISLATION REGULATIONS AND POLICIES TO PROTECT THE RIGHTS IDENTIlED IN THE Umbrella Final Agreement and other relevant treaties for FNNND; s 0REPARE REPORTS AND MAKE PRESENTATIONS TO ,ANDS 2ESOURCES $EPT AND #OUNCIL s )DENTIFY PROBLEMS POSED BY PROJECTS AND PRACTICES AND PROPOSE OPTIONS FOR MITIGATING environmental and socio-economic impacts; s -AKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO DECISION MAKERS THAT BALANCE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION WITH social and economic considerations; and s $EVELOP REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF LANDS RESOURCES department laws and policies.
QUALIFICATIONS: s $EGREE OR DIPLOMA IN &IRST .ATION 'OVERNANCE 0UBLIC !DMINISTRATION 0OLITICAL 3CIENCE ,ANDS 2ESOURCES OR A RELATED lELD WITH EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH &IRST .ATION 'OVERNMENTS s -INIMUM OF YEARS EXPERIENCE IN POLICY ANALYSIS s "ROAD KNOWLEDGE OF GOVERNMENT POLICY PROCESS AND EXPERIENCE DEALING WITH government ofďŹ cials; s (IGH LEVEL OF CAPABILITY IN THE AREAS OF ANALYTICAL RESEARCH AND PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS s (IGH DEGREE OF PROFESSIONALISM FOR REPRESENTING THE ORGANIZATION AT MEETINGS OF government ofďŹ cials, afďŹ liated organizations, and the public; s !BILITY TO WORK COLLABORATIVELY WITH INTERNAL STAFF AND AFlLIATED ORGANIZATIONS s 3TRONG ORGANIZATIONAL PROJECT AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SKILLS ABILITY TO WORK ON A WIDE range of issues simultaneously; s 7ILLINGNESS TO WORK ON TEAMS AND GOOD CONmICT RESOLUTION SKILLS s #AN WORK INDEPENDENTLY AND IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT s %XPERIENCE IN CONDUCTING LEGAL AND REGULATORY RESEARCH REGARDING ALL APPLICABLE domestic laws; s 0ASSION PERSONAL ALIGNMENT AND COMMITMENT TO THE MISSION OF &IRST .ATION OF Na-cho Nyäk Dun; s (IGH LEVEL OF INTEGRITY CONlDENTIALITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY s !BILITY TO RESPOND APPROPRIATELY IN PRESSURE SITUATIONS WITH A CALM AND STEADY DEMEANOR and s ! WELL DElNED SENSE OF DIPLOMACY INCLUDING SOLID NEGOTIATION CONmICT RESOLUTION AND people management skills.
REQUIREMENTS:
FISH AND WILDLIFE OFFICER Department: Lands and Resources Salary Range: Level 6 Term: Full-time Term Position, August 10 – Decemer 18, 2015 (possible extension) Hours: 7.5 hrs/daily (75 hrs bi-weekly) Closing date: August 12, 2015
WOOD STOVE, medium size, $400. 660-5545 TREADMILL, WORKS great, paid $400, asking $50. 334-6484 WOLVERINE RUG, exc cond, all claws & teeth intact, appraised at $1,150. 667-7467 COCA COLA sign, 4x4, 393-2545 CANADIAN WILDERNESS statue of 3 wolves, $100. 667-7467 MUSKOX HORNS from Inuvik, NT, exc cond, appraised value $500. 667-7467 FUTURE STEEL garage, 30Ęźx40Ęź, $17,000 obo. 335-9272
OLDER, GOOD condition farm tractors. 668-2332 PRINCESS AUTO hand winch, 1600-lb, new in box, has cable, $40. 633-2981 STEEL BEAMS: I-beams (4) up to 21', Rec tube (4) 20' each, 7" Steel pipe 21' and 13'. Call 334-3261, $10 per ft DALL SHEEP cape kept in the freezer for sale. Phone/tx 250-566-1346 TOYO 56 stove, never used, new $2,600, asking $1,600. 335-3431
JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Manager of Lands and Resources, the Fish and Wildlife
INVERTRAC, $300 new, like new, great to realign spine, in Haines Junction, offers. 250-566-1346
OfďŹ cer is responsible for the proper management and protection of ďŹ sh and wildlife populations and their habitats within the Traditional Territory.
STEEL BATHTUB. 667-6649
MAIN DUTIES:
ELECTRIC BERRY dryer, 5 drawers, $25. 633-2236
s 7ORK CO OPERATIVELY WITH OTHER &IRST .ATION 'OVERNMENTS AS WELL AS FEDERAL AND TERRITORIAL wildlife agencies to implement sustainable management programs; s $EVELOP A lSH WILDLIFE COMPONENT FOR THE &...$ 4RADITIONAL 4ERRITORY S ,AND 5SE 0LANNING INITIATIVES s -ONITOR COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL HARVEST OF lSH AND WILDLIFE POPULATIONS WITHIN THE 4RADITIONAL 4ERRITORY AND PARTICIPATE IN CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANNING and s !SSIST IN THE DELIVERY OF PUBLIC INFORMATION AND EDUCATION VIA PRESENTATIONS AND pamphlets.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: s 0OSITION DUTIES REQUIRE A COMBINATION OF EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE IN lSH AND wildlife management; s $IPLOMA OR DEGREE IN THE AREA OF BIOLOGY OR ECOLOGY OR lSH AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT s n YEARS OF HANDS ON EXPERIENCE s )NCUMBENT SHOULD HAVE GOOD WRITTEN AND ORAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND s 0ROVEN TECHNICAL WRITING SKILLS
OFFICE EQUIPMENT SKILLS: s #OMPUTER SKILLS -ICROSOFT /FlCE s 0HONE FAX COPIER
SPECIFIC SKILLS: s 4HE INCUMBENT MUST HAVE GOOD WILDERNESS TRAVEL SKILLS AND A WILLINGNESS TO BE IN THE lELD in all seasons.
REQUIREMENTS: s s s s s
6ALID #LASS $RIVER S ,ICENSE !BSTRACT 3ECURITY #LEARANCE &!# #ERTIlCATION OR WILLING TO OBTAIN 7ILDERNESS &IRST !ID "OAT /PERATOR #ERTIlCATE
s 6ALID #LASS $RIVER S ,ICENCE !BSTRACT s #RIMINAL 2ECORD #HECK
FOR A COPY OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION OR TO SUBMIT YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME PLEASE CONTACT:
FOR A COPY OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION OR TO SUBMIT YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME PLEASE CONTACT:
Ronalda Moses, Manager, Human Resources &IRST .ATION OF .A #HO .YËK $UN 0 / "OX -AYO 9 4 9 " - 0HONE %XT &AX %MAIL TO HUMANRESOURCES NNDFN COM *Preference will be given to First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun Citizens*
2ONALDA -OSES -ANAGER (UMAN 2ESOURCES &IRST .ATION OF .A #HO .YĂ‹K $UN 0HONE %XT %MAIL TO HUMANRESOURCES NNDFN COM
RIGID 122 Copper cutting & prep tool, $1,050. Ralph @ 867-993-5423, lv msg
CRAFTSMAN RIDING lawn tractor w/42� mower deck, $950. 667-6837
POLICY ANALYST
MAIN DUTIES:
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WORKING, DISPLAYABLE hydraulic monitor c/w gate, nozzle & skid frame, $1,000. Pick up in Mayo. 867-996-2051
JOB OPPORTUNITY
responsible for the research and analysis of information, consulting with stakeholders, government ofďŹ cials, internal staff and technical experts, the development of options and preparation of recommendations on a wide range of policy projects. Responsibilities will include the coordination and implementation of operational policies, programs and strategies necessary to support the organizations overall plans and objectives.
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FUTON, LIKE new, $350; trampoline, $400; Marshall amp, $425; 24 bit Sony recorder, $350, indoor house plants. 668-4186
Please submit your application by August 21, 2015 to: Attention: Frank Taylor 153 Industrial Road Whitehorse, Y.T. Y1A 2V1 Phone: 867-633-8852 or Fax: 867-633-8855 highways@north60petro.com
If you are searching for y-ďŹ shing equipment of better quality than in town, at a very good price, come to see me at
LOG PICNIC table, new, 80" long can e-mail photos, $500 obo. 399-3904 SCREEN HOUSE, 9x13, new, in box, $150 obo. 993-6347 MARMOT SLEEPING bag, $100. 633-5009 INFLATABLE BOAT, good for 2 adults, c/w oars, pump, & patch kit in carrying bag. 334-4299 DRYWALL LIFT for up to 12Ęź ceilings & walls, used for one job, $325. 335-0806 MOSQUITO MAGNET, propane tank not included, $200. 633-2814 after 6pm LARGE ROLLING Buxton suitcase, used once. 668-2253 GALVANIZED STEEL trays to capture leaks from fuel oil tanks, 78x15x4 & 64x16x4 inches, $40 ea. 668-2802
Electrical Appliances SMALL DEEP freeze, apt size, about 7 cu ft. 633-2719 30� PROPANE range, white, self cleaning oven, sealed burners, electronic ignition, 2 high-output burners, 1 low output, 1 all purpose, electronic oven controls, new cond, $500 obo. Tagish. 867-399-3191 MAYTAG WASHER & Hot Point dryer, $50 for both, Kenmore deep freeze, 27�D x 46�W x 32�H, 60. 393-3662
TVs & Stereos 27� FLAT screen TV, $150. 633-4707 FREE: 25" Sharp colour TV, old style, not flat screen, works good, you pick up. 633-6310
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Computers & Accessories IPHONE 5C Telus, free of contract 16gb $200. 334-6087 QUAD CORE i7, 3TB of storage, sporting power 860m gpu, this beautiful laptop will fulfill all your gaming needs on 1080p IPS panel 17" screen, $1,400. 334-4898 GARMIN MONTANA 600 waterproof GPS, paid $600, barely used, asking $300. 333-9366 CDMA PHONE, new in box, Samsung Ace i325 World Edition, works good in rural settings, c/w all accessories, $90. 334-6087
Musical Instruments PIANO TUNING & REPAIR by certified piano technician Call Barry Kitchen @ 633-5191 email:bfkitchen@hotmail.com
YUKON NEWS USED RCBS 270 Win reloading dies, 2 die set, $30 obo. Contact newellrt@yahoo.ca LICENSED TO BUY, SELL & CONSIGN rifles & ammo at G&R New & Used 1612-D Centennial St. 393-2274 BUY • SELL
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9MM CZ 75 SP01 handgun, 3 mags, trigger lock, case, replacement parts, only 200 rounds fired, restricted required, $750. 335-1876 CUSTOMIZED REMINGTON 700 30.06, accepts 4-round magazines, Bushnell 3 + 9 sight, some ammo & accessories, must have PAL, $700 obo. 334-7019
EARLY INTERVENTION KINDERGARTEN PILOT PROJECT Yukon EducaĆ&#x;on invites applicaĆ&#x;ons from individuals wishing to be an EducaĆ&#x;onal Assistant in an Early IntervenĆ&#x;on Kindergarten pilot project. Closing Date: August 21, 2015 CompeĆ&#x;Ć&#x;on #15 EA011 To view this posĆ&#x;ng, please go to: hĆŠp://www.educaĆ&#x;on.gov. yk.ca/employment/educaĆ&#x;onal_assistants.html
Pelly Construction Ltd. is currently accepting resumes for positions at our Minto Mine Site. We will have need for experienced Blaster & Drillers, Heavy Equipment Operators, Haul Truck Drivers and Heavy Duty Servicemen. When submitting your resume, please ensure it has been updated, has a current working telephone number and clearly outlines your previous open pit mining or relevant experience. Minto Mine Site is a drug and alcohol free worksite. All new hires are subject to pre-employment screening as required by the client. Our schedule is 2 weeks on with 2 weeks off, 10+ hours daily. Overtime is paid after 8 hours daily and 40 hours weekly. Wages are Yukon competitive and dependent upon experience. Please email your resume to: resume@pelly.net; fax: 867-667-4194 or drop by in person at 111 Industrial Road. Please note only those candidates who are screened through will be called.
Stringed instrument repair and fine furniture restoration
Erica Heyligers * luthier 104 Tungsten Rd., Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6T9
867-668-3408 erica@northwestel.net CBC HAS A DECOMMISSIONED Studer 963 console (8 mono mic/line & 12 stereo line input channels, 4 groups, 2 masters & 4 Aux outputs). Sealed bids will be accepted at CBC Whitehorse at 3103 – 3rd Ave, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 1E5. Closing date for the bids will be 17:00 on Aug 14, 2015. Highest bid will win and arrange pickup. YAMAHA RGX A2 Guitar & Roland Cube X20 amp, humbucking neck, bridge pickups, amp-clean & overdrive channels, great shape, $300 for guitar, $150 for amp, $400 for both. 334-1718 CB DRUM kit, barely broken in, $450 firm. 332-7797 YAMAHA CLAVINOVA piano CVP509, check wonderful features on Internet, has light system for learning songs, over $9,000 in stores, asking $5,500. Serge @ 667-2196 after 5pm ZILDJIAN 20" K Custom Session Ride cymbal, seldom used, like new condition, $400. 335-2054
Firewood
HURLBURT ENTERPRISES INC. Store (867) 633-3276 Dev (867) 335-5192 Carl (867) 334-3782
✔ Beetle-killed spruce from Haines Junction, quality guaranteed ✔ Everything over 8" split ✔ $250 per cord (6 cords or more) ✔ Single and emergency half cord deliveries ✔ Scheduled or next day delivery
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Cheque, Cash S.A. vouchers accepted.
FIREWOOD $175/cord 20-foot lengths, 5-cord loads Small delivery charge 668-6564 Leave message
Education
CARCROSS TAGISH E MPLOYMENT FIRST NATION O PPORTUNITY Payroll & BeneďŹ ts Administrator DEPARTMENT: STATUS: SALARY:
Finance & HR Full Time Permanent CTFN Wage Scale levels 5-9
CLOSING DATE: August 19st 2015
depending upon experience/education/knowledge JOB SUMMARY Under the direct supervision of the Carcross/Tagish Frist Nation (C/TFN) Finance Manager and/or Chief Financial OfďŹ cer the Payroll and BeneďŹ t Administrator is responsible for providing payroll service to all employees and other citizens of C/ TFN, administrates beneďŹ ts, ensuring that biweekly pay is processed accurately and in a timely manner. Payroll actions are governed by C/TFN personnel Policy, other C/TFN policies and procedures, federal and territorial legislation and Canada revenue Agency regulations. Payroll must also follow labor standards and Workers Compensation Board regulations. QUALIFICATIONS t $PNQMFUJPO PG HSBEF BOE #PPLLFFQJOH &YQFSJFODF PS #VTJOFTT "ENJOJTUSBUJPO CertiďŹ cate ; but will accept persons with successful experience working as a payroll clerk beneďŹ t administrator t &YQFSJFODF XPSLJOH XJUI 4BHF &31 "$$1"$ t &YQFSJFODF JO UIF 'JOBODF "DDPVOUJOH mFME JO mSTU OBUJPO DPNNVOJUJFT t &YDFMMFOU DPNNVOJDBUJPOT TLJMMT t "CJMJUZ UP XPSL JO B UFBN FOWJSPONFOU XJUI NJOJNBM TVQFSWJTJPO t &YQFSJFODF XPSLJOH XJUI DPNQVUFSJ[FE BDDPVOUJOH TZTUFNT t &YQFSJFODF NBJOUBJOJOH BOE NBOBHJOH B mMJOH TZTUFN t ,OPXMFEHF PG $ 5'/ IJTUPSZ BOE DVMUVSF XPVME CF BO BTTFU CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT t 7BMJE :VLPO $MBTT ESJWFST MJDFOTF t )JHI MFWFM PG SFHVMBS JSSFHVMBS DSJUJDBM EFBEMJOFT t %FBMJOH XJUI DPOTUBOU JOUFSSVQUJPOT t PG XPSLJOH IPVST BSF HFOFSBMMZ DPNQSJTFE PG BTTJTUJOH UIF EJSFDUPS PG mOBODF t .VTU IBWF DSJNJOBM SFDPSE DIFDL An eligibility list will be established from this competition. It will be used to ďŹ ll future vacancies, which may arise, for identical positions in the same department and location. The eligibility list will be valid for a period of six months.
EVF FUELWOOD ENT Year Round Delivery • Dry accurate cords • Clean shavings available • VISA/M.C. accepted Member of Yukon Wood Producers Association Costs will rise. ORDER NOW 456-7432
We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Preference will be given to Carcross Tagish First Nation citizens on all competitions for CTFN.
Guns & Bows
APPLICATIONS/RESUMES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 4:00PM ON THE CLOSING DATE.
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
Candidates applications/resumes should clearly demonstrate their related qualiďŹ cations, since selection for further consideration will be based on the JOGPSNBUJPO QSPWJEFE +PC EFTDSJQUJPOT BSF BWBJMBCMF GSPN UIF $5'/ )VNBO Resource Department. Please apply to: Carcross/Tagish First Nation, Finance Department #PY $BSDSPTT :VLPO : # # ] 1IPOF &YU PS 'BY ] &NBJM IVNBOSFTPVSDFT!DUGO DB
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER THE JOB Under the general supervision of the Manager of Mental Health and Support Programs this position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating the delivery of Family Support Services to children, families and caregivers who may be or are at risk of neglect and/or abuse. The incumbent provides information in the Family Case conferencing process. The incumbent is also responsible for the provision of specialized home and community based support and prevention services to children and their families and the community at large. In addition the incumbent is responsible for the successful delivery of programs that promote mental and emotional wellness and positive relationships for children and families. In consultation with the Director of Health, Social and Recreation and the Manager of Mental Health and Support Programs, select community education programs and client services models to meet the needs of the community. QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will have a degree or diploma in social work, psychology, psychotherapy, or a related ďŹ eld, or the equivalent in training and experience; Direct and successful counseling experience; Broad knowledge of Government legislation regarding Social services; Knowledge of Social issues affecting First Nation peoples both locally and nationally; Knowledge of federal and territorial funding programs for First Nations and for organizations; Knowledge of public and private agencies dealing with alcohol and drug abuse programs; and previous experience in a First Nation community is an asset. Successful applicant must complete a criminal records check. CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK s Pre employment medical and TB screening s First Aid/CPR CertiďŹ cate or willingness to obtain one s Driver’s class 5 license would be an asset PAY RANGE: $63,256 - $75,908 PER ANNUM PLUS AN EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE This is a full-time term position based on 65hrs bi-weekly (6.5-hour workday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 to 4:30 p.m.) A detailed job description is available at: http://www.vgfn.ca/employment MINIMUM ONE YEAR TERM COMMITMENT IS REQUIRED. CLOSING DATE: August 12, 2015 @ 4:00 p.m. We thank all applicants but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Preference will be given to Vuntut Gwitchin beneďŹ ciary. Please submit resumes that include job experience related to position to: Manager, Finance and Human Resources Vuntut Gwitchin Government Box 94, Old Crow, YT Y0B 1N0 Phone: (867)966-3261, ext.256 Fax: (867)966-3800 Email: hrd@vgfn.net
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LEE DELUXE reloading dies, 308 Win & 303 Brit, 3 die sets incl neck sizing die, $50 ea. New, bought in error. Contact newellrt@yahoo.ca
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We are currently recruiting for the following full-time position
AR-15, DA 556 lower, Norinco 14.5� upper, quad rail, AFG, Vortex Strikefire 2 scope, 4xLAR pistol mags & more, $800. 335-2788
Surveyors (Party Chiefs) For engineering projects in Yukon and Alberta Offering competitive wage and benefits Minimum of 2 years of experience with GPS RTK and Total Station
ALFA PROJ 9mm revolver, 4.5� blued barrel, 2 moon clips, great shooter, shoots same caliber as your semi-auto, $475. 335-2788
If interested, please send resume to LLoos@capms.ca or drop it off at our office
Tel. 867-668-6599 Fax. 867-668-7599
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LEE ENFIELD .303 Sporterized Mark 4, Leupold 3 + 6 scope, must have PAL, $300 obo. 334-7019 SAVAGE 30-06, stainless w/synthetic stalk, soft Levy case, 3x9 Fulfield scope & extras, mint, PAL required, $800. 393-2828
Wanted
The law ďŹ rm of Austring, Fendrick & Fairman is looking for a:
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WERE YOU a squatter in Whiskey, Moccasin Flats, Sleepy Hollow or the Wye area? Need your story. Deadline is August 31. squatterstory@gmail.com or Pat 667-4141 WANTED: HOUSE plants of all types and sizes, looking for extra large plants/vines in particular. 333-2980 WANTED: CHEAP running push gas mower. 335-1515 WANTED: WOODEN hot tub approx 6Ęź-7Ęź diameter, prefer if neglected, leaking or otherwise needing work for a project I have. 334-6087 WANTED: ROUGH lumber, 2 lengths of 2" x 6" x 16 feet long. 334-6087 WANTED: 2001 Polaris Sportsman 6X6 for parts. 332-7797
WANTED: ANYONE driving south willing to transport some boxes to Ft. St. John, BC, call Catie at 250-271-0295. Willing to pay WANTED: 2006 or similar Husky chainsaw mod 359 G for parts, crankshaft broke on mine, can't afford another. 332-7797 WANTED: TREADLE sewing machine in good working condition. 393-3777 WANTED: SOMEONE talented & professional to help me with long, dated resume/cover letter, serious inquiries please, can do trade in exchange. 633-6245 for info
Cars 2010 MUSTANG GT convertible, V8, 5-spd, gold w/black top, heated leather seats, new tires, sequential turn signals, ambient internal lighting, 57,000kms, $25,000 obo. 336-0505 2008 DODGE Avenger RT, great cond, AWD, 3.5L V6, 2 sets tires incl lo pro summers on 22" rims, 148,000kms, leather, heated seats, command start, tinted windows, $10,000 obo. 536-2206 2001 PT Cruiser, remote, heated leather seats, cruise control, sun roof, a/c, great stereo, new timing belt & front brakes, 2.4L, auto, 214,000 kms, interior/body good cond, $2,900 obo. 332-8522 1990 HONDA Civic, 4-dr wagon, white, 234,000km, safety inspection cert, standard, 2WD, gas, easy winter start, non-smoking owner, no pets, no kids, $4,000 obo. 668-7239 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, $22,500 obo. 334-9039 2007 DODGE Caliber 4-dr hatchback, auto, new tires, power windows, sunroof, doors with chrome trim, black, $9,999. 334-7256
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No phone calls please and only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
CORPORATE CLERK
JOB DESCRIPTION Company: Kluane Dana Shäw Corporation (formerly 19145 Yukon Inc.) Job Title: Corporate Services Officer Supervisor: Executive Director Opening Date: July 9, 2015 Closing Date: August 10, 2015 – 5:00 pm PST Interview Dates: August 11-14, 2015 Hiring Date: August 14, 2015 Status: 1 Year Term, 6 month probation period, Full-Time, 35 hrs/wk. Wage: TBD - Negotiated JOB SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Executive Director and in a manner that respects the culture and traditions of the Kluane First Nation citizens, the Corporate Services Officer will handle bookkeeping, communications, corporate planning and act as secretary to the Board. The Corporate Service Officer will be responsible for the finances including completion of Payroll, GST/Income Tax Returns, A/R and accurate financial reporting. Supporting the Executive Director, the position will also be required to research, draft proposals, assist with project management and manage initiatives. The ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision are essential to be successful in this role. This position will assist in fostering good public relations with citizens, staff and other governments, industries and organizations with whom KDSC conducts business. QUALIFICATIONS • Minimum 3 years’ experience with accounting systems, budgets, internal controls, and asset management • University Degree or College Diploma in business related field is preferred • An equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the appropriate knowledge, skills and experience may be considered • Experience implementing business plans would be considered an asset • Experience working in a First Nation government or business setting would be considered an asset For questions regarding the Job Posting or to receive a complete copy of the Job Description, please contact: Kluane Dana Shäw Corporation Office: (867) 322-1222 ext.101 Cell: (867) 335-3693 Email: gclark@kluanecorp.ca
2007 Toyota Tacoma X-Runner #1505A ............................ $17,295 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid L #7007 ................................. $21,290 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 S #7388B.................................... $21,290 2011 Toyota RAV4 #7730A................................................ $18,855 2012 Dodge Journey R/T AWD #7622A............................ $25,790 2012 Toyota RAV4 Base STOCK #1513
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2007 CHEVY Cobalt, 2-dr, grey, rear spoiler, manual, 140,000kms, good on fuel, some cosmetic damage, priced to sell at $4,750. 332-6022
2003 GRAND Prix, great cond, c/w 2 sets of tires, winter bought this past year, & summer, new Kenwood stereo, $3,350. 334-9282
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2004 HONDA CRV, 205,000kms, manual, 2 sets tires rims, $4,000 obo. 456-4926
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Working in the Corporate Department under the Corporate Legal Assistant, some of the duties would include preparing and ďŹ ling documents with Corporate Affairs, closing ďŹ les, handling requests from clients and lawyers on corporate matters, and other routine duties. This position would also perform receptionist duties as needed including answering phones and greeting clients. Experience with Microsoft Word and Outlook; good keyboarding skills; ability to perform tasks accurately and in a timely fashion; work under pressure and in a professional manner. Corporate experience is not required but previous experience in a professional ofďŹ ce would be an asset. Candidate will be required to become a Notary Public within 6 months of hire. A criminal record check is required for this position. Bring your resume and cover letter to our ofďŹ ce by 5:00 p.m. Friday, August 14th, 2015 at 3081 Third Avenue, Whitehorse, attention to Greg LeBlanc, Manager. No phone calls please and only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
2003 TOYOTA Matrix hatchback, FWD, exc cond, mechanically sound, very clean, 298,000 kms, reliable, lots of cargo space, $3,900. 456-4153 2000 FORD Taurus wagon, V6 auto, 216,000kms, summer & new winter tires, recent safety, good cond, $3,000 obo. 333-0380 1998 SUBARU Forester 4X4, 240,000kms, exc cond, great quality 4 seasons tires, almost new, c/w 4 extra spare rims, needs mechanical work w/shock absorber. 633-4308 1997 CHRYSLER Intrepid, 142,000kms, V6 auto, runs well, $3,700 obo. 667-6649 1993 CHRYSLER Concord, 2 new tires, runs well, $1,000. 393-3662 1991 VOLKSWAGEN Vanagon, needs engine rebuild, $950 obo. 993-6347 1989 CADILLAC Deville sedan, great car, never smoked in, $6,500. 335-8242 1988 CADILLAC 4-dr sedan, exc cond. 668-2332
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PAYDAY LOANS Get up to $1,500‌ IN CASH! WHITEHORSE MONEY MART 2190 Second Avenue 867-668-6930 Open 7 Days A Week
Friday, August 7, 2015 1989 CHRYSLER New Yorker, command start, V6, 3L, good tires & battery, everything works, can be driven away, $500 obo. 633-3011 or 334-9705 1988 TOYOTA Tercel 4X4, good running cond, fair interior, new tires, windshield & rad, $800 obo. 780-690-8770 1986 TOYOTA Celica, less than 180,000km, runs great, body in good cond, awsome on fuel, needs minimal work, $650 obo. 335-0933 or 393-2421 1976 TRANS Am, black on black, 400 4-spd, good shape, serious enquiries only, $22,500 obo. 334-8560 1969 2-DR Plymoth Valiant, rebuilt 383 big block, hooker headers, body in great shape, still needs some restoration, I have no time for it, $4,000 obo. 393-2421
Trucks
We Sell Trucks!
YUKON NEWS 2000 FORD F150 4x4, 200,000kms, auto, 4L V6, engine & drive train good, cab has damage, good for parts, still runs, $850 obo. 633-2181 for info
1999 DODGE 350 dually, 24 valve Cummins, 224,000km, auto, club cab, loaded, new rubber, c/w 6 studded winter tires, rigged for 5th wheel, nice condition, $10,000. 334-2150
1995 GRAND Cherokee, exc motor, almost new tires, 6-cyl, some damage to passenger door, maybe transmission problem, fix or use for parts, $800. 390-2773 1993 DODGE 3/4 ton, extĘźd cab, Cummins diesel, 253,000kms, orig owner, 7ĘźX10Ęź deck & original box. 668-7691
2 Positions available: Lot and counter attendant. Needed Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm, full time. Drop off resume at Carcare.
Get your career moving in the right direction and send your resume and drivers abstract to hr@afdpetroleum.com or drop them off at KM 714 Klondike Highway Dawson City.
Carcare Motors M O N DAY TO F R I DAY 8 A M TO 5:30 PM EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
2009 GMC 3500HD, low kms at 68,200, Vortec V8, 360hp, extended cab, 4WD, bed liner, running boards, trailer brake control, great cond, great price, $27,500. 332-7128
2008 NISSAN S model Pathfinder, 150,000km, US model, good cond, $11,000 obo. 336-0946 2007 FORD Explorer, Eddie Bauer black w/tan trim, well maintained, regular oil change, new tires in Nov, new brakes & roters in Feb, low kms, $11,500. 334-7028 2004 F350 Lariat, lifted, diesel 4X4, leather interior, oversized exhaust, front push guard, 4-dr, loaded w/options, nice truck, $14,900. 332-6022 2003 ACURA MDX SUV, approx. 200,000kms, V6 auto, trans, airbag on recall, tires, front bumper damage, runs good, $2,300 obo. 633-2181 2003 FORD Ranger 4X2 pick-up, Supercab, 1 cylinder cracked, good winter tires incl, $1,250. 334-6092 2001 DODGE 1500 4x4 Laramie SLT extended cab, trailer package, tonneau cover, 85,000 original km, $9,000 obo. 456-4926
FUEL / HOME HEAT DELIVERY DRIVER
at Nissan Carcare Motors
2010 JEEP Compass 4x2, auto, 2.4L dual VVT, great cond, fully maintained, under 51,000 kms, remote start, separate mint winters on rims, $11,500, 667-2276
2008 FORD Escape XLT, 6 cyl, auto, P/W, heated leather seats, 144,000kms, new tires & battery, $9,000. 633-6528
AFD Petroleum is currently looking for a FULL-TIME EXPERIENCED CLASS 1 OR CLASS 3
to transport and deliver fuel in the Dawson City Area.
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HELP WANTED
1-866-269-2783 • 9039 Quartz Rd. • Fraserway.com
2013 F-150, Limited Edition 4x4, red, chrome, 21,700 km, sun roof, loaded, leather heated seats, Sat radio, command start, extended warranty, $45,000. 393- 2828
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PROGRAM COORDINATOR Working with the club’s board and management teams, the Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating youth and adult programs, organizing events, developing new programs and season schedules, coordinating facility bookings for programs, assisting with recruitment and training of volunteers, assisting with promoting programs and completing annual reports and evaluations of existing programs.
Candidates must have experience hauling fuel.
Takhina Therapeutic Massage
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST NEEDED Please send resume and cover letter to kalasmithrmt@hotmail.com or call 867-332-3258
This position may be ďŹ lled by more than one person responsible for one or more speciďŹ c functions. For further information and details of speciďŹ c duties, see http://www.xcskiwhitehorse.ca/news.html. Expressions of Interest should be submitted no later than 4 p.m. Friday, August 14th, 2015 to: info.xcskiwhitehorse@gmail.com with the subject heading “WCCSC Program Coordinatorâ€?. The Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club is one of the largest clubs in Canada with a membership of over 1,300 and a ďŹ ve to six month ski season. Facilities include 85 km of groomed trails, and a chalet with a wax room, pro shop with rental equipment and change rooms with showers and saunas. Along with programs and events aimed at the beginning and recreational skier, the club has a long history of hosting major ski events. In 2016, it will host the Haywood Ski Nationals.
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Microbiology Laboratory Technologis I Whitehorse General Hospital Competition #2015-172I Full Time Position – 75 hours bi-weekly
Administrative Assistant I Medical Laboratory Services – Whitehorse General Hospital Competition #2015-019 I Regular Part Time Position 37.5 hours bi-weekly
Director, Information Management & Information Technology Whitehorse General Hospital Competition #2015-177 | Regular Full Time – 75 hours bi-weekly
Please email your resume/application quoting the appropriate competition number to: Human Resources Department, Whitehorse General Hospital Email: wghjobs@wgh.yk.ca Yukon Hospital Corporation is committed to employment equity. We thank all those who apply and advise that only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Visit our website at yukonhospitals.ca for more information on these and other job opportunities.
www.yukoncollege.yk.ca
Employment Opportunity
Providing leadership through our strengths in programming, services and research, Yukon College’s main campus in Whitehorse and 12 community campuses cover the territory. Yukon College provides a stimulating and collegial environment. We work with Yukon communities, Yukon First Nations, local governments, business and industry to promote a community of learners within a vibrant organization. Come join us as we continue to enhance the Yukon and Canada’s northern capacity through education and training.
Director Strategic Growth & Innovation 3UHVLGHQW¡V 2IÀFH Ayamdigut (Whitehorse) Community Campus Permanent Position Salary: $97,008 to $121,231 (Under Review) Based on 75 hours biweekly Competition #: 15.95 Initial Review Date: August 30, 2015 We are seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial and well-respected leader to oversee the transition plan of Yukon College becoming a University. Reporting directly to the President, the Director will immediately focus on a number of key priorities related to the transition, such as: partnership development, risk assessment, policy development, quality assurance and integrated planning. In addition, the Director will work directly with the President and Board to develop the next strategic plan for the College. 4XDOLÀFDWLRQV VKRXOG LQFOXGH D UHOHYDQW JUDGXDWH GHJUHH ZLWK VLJQLÀFDQW H[SHULHQFH LQ VWUDWHJ\ GHYHORSPHQW LPSOHPHQWLQJ project initiatives, and proven leadership in a range of demanding roles. The ideal candidate must have a passion for education, enthusiasm, and an ambition to achieve challenging goals and turn Yukon College’s goals into realities. <XNRQ &ROOHJH RIIHUV PRUH WKDQ FHUWLÀFDWH GLSORPD DQG degree programs through seven discipline focused academic and career schools. The Yukon Research Centre at the College is rapidly expanding its activity as are the other College centres of excellence such as the Northern Institute of Social Justice, the Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining, the Yukon School of Visual Arts and the First Nations Initiatives Division. Go to: http://yukoncollege.yk.ca/about/employment for more information on all job competitions. Quoting the competition number, please submit your resume and cover letter to: Yukon College, Human Resources Services, Box 2799, 500 College Drive, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4 Fax: 867-668-8896 Email: hr@yukoncollege.yk.ca
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1993 GMC Sierra 2500, 6.5L turbo-diesel, blue 4x4, 138,000 km highway, extra cab, long box w/canopy, thorough mechanical, new fuel injector pump & brakes, no accidents, clear windshield, $6,750. 335-4393 1985 FORD F250, 6.9L diesel, new tires & fuel system, c/w canopy & small utility trailer, $4,000 obo. 667-2707 1965 FLEETSIDE pick-up 283 V8, restoration project, good body, glass & chrome, $3,000. 867-536-7206 MODEL #200 Dodge Mud Bogger, ready to go. 668-2332
Auto Parts & Accessories
TRUCK CANOPIES - in stock * new Dodge long/short box * new GM long/short box * new Ford long/short box Hi-Rise & Cab Hi - several in stock View at centennialmotors.com 393-8100 3 TOYOTA Camrys, retired, 1991 auto, engine runs, rear brakes gone, 1989 auto, engine runs, transmission gone, 1987 5-spd, parts only, make offer on all 3. Catherine @ 668-5115. HARMONIC BALANCE puller set, new in box, $20; 15� tire chains, $25. 334-5408
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
HEAVY-DUTY HEADACHE rack for Dodge pick-up, like new, black, $300 obo. 660-4516
THULE HEAVY duty lightweight aluminum cargo rack, 900lb capacity, carries 16' material or 2 tandem canoes, etc, adjustable for variety of truck beds, paid over $1,000, asking $500 obo. 634-5120
TRUCK CANOPY, fibreglass, 70�x100", side windows, sliding front window, medium duty roof rack installed, easily hauls 14ʟ boat on rack, older but solid, $500. 667-2276
32X11.50 TIRES, 15" rims, 5-bolt from ʝ93 Ford 1/2 ton, $100 for 5 steel, black deep dish 9� wide aftermarket rims/tires, good for 2 more summers. 335-7436
1982 SCOTTSDALE 20 Suburban, 350 auto 4x4; 1987 Silverado 10 Suburban auto 4x4; 1991 SLE Suburban, a/c, 350od auto 4x4, 1996 Suburban, 350 Vortec, 1976 Suburban 20 4x4 winch. 250-651-7773
4 P185/65 R15 Snowmark winter tires; louver for 1985 Camaro. 667-6649
2007 ARCTIC Cat 65H1 4-wheeler w/snow blade, new tires, new battery, low kms, $5,000 obo. 689-9715
TRUCK CANOPY, fits on 8Ęź box, grey in colour, older highrise style, needs back window, $150. 332-6022
2001 YAMAHA V- star classic, 9,800 kms, new tires, oil, air filter, plugs, windshield, $4,000 obo, cash talks. 336-0995
Pets
2003 HARLEY Davidson Electra Glide, ultra classic, very good condition, lots of extras, $15,000. 668-1315
4 OLDER Aerostar & Windstar vans, various 2 & 4wd for parts or restoration, AMC Eagle SRX 302, 390, 400, 460 Ford engines, 350, 400 & 454 Chev engines. 250-651-7773
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Clearing out all OLDER VEHICLES! As Low As $199.00 Come Early!!
IN-HOUSE FINANCING AVAILABLE!
2012 Honda 2007 Dodge JC 502C 125cc Calibre SXT 300 Km
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SUZUKI BOULEVARDS (2), 800cc, 2005 & 2009. Both with low mileage, great cond, saddle bags, windshields. $5,000 & $7,500. 393-2926
CANINES & COMPANY Dog Obedience School Puppy obedience classes starting August 20 Recall classes, August 20 For full schedule visit caninesandcompany.ca Full service training school, certified trainers 333-0505
1982 YAMAHA SS440, exc cond, $1,500; 1994 Mountain Cat 440 w/new ripsaw track, $1,500; some classic sled engines & parts. 250-651-7773
SOFT-SIDED PET carrier, never used, for cats & small dogs up to 15 lbs & 7" shoulder height, meets international/domestic in-cabin travel requirements for airlines, shoulder strap/fleece interior, $50. 633-2121
ARGO 05 Avenger, exc running condition, well maintained, approx 600 hrs, $6,500 obo. 333-2411
PREDATORS DOG Puller Sport Athletic League is holding CanadaĘźs first dog puller championship in Whitehorse, August 29, 9am, Ecole Emilie Tremblay soccer field. Info @ caninesyukon@hotmail.com. All spectators welcome.
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For Quick Approval call: 668-5559 #4 Fraser Road, McCrae, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5S8 EMAIL: woloshyn@northwestel.net
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Boats, Trucks, & Trailers Must Be Sold This Weekend! Saturday, August 8th & Sunday, August 9th McCrea Subdivision, across from Kilrich 633-6661
SALVAGE SALE The following insurance salvage is up for bids. Salvage vehicles may have signiďŹ cant collision damages. Listed salvage is currently located at Irving Collision Repairs. GST will be added to all bids. It is offered on an “as is, where isâ€? basis. The highest or any bid not necessarily accepted. Bids close at 6:00 p.m.Tuesday, August 18th, 2015. Contact Irving Collision Repairs (867-667-6315) for viewing appointment & information. YEAR 2002 2004 2015 2007 2002 2001
MAKE Kia Kia Buick Ford Chrysler Chevrolet
MODEL Rio Rx-V Rio Rx-V Enclave Fusion Sebring Cavalier
RONĘźS SMALL ENGINE SERVICES Repairs to Snowmobiles, Chainsaws, Lawnmowers, ATVĘźs, Small industrial equipment. Light welding repairs available 867-332-2333 lv msg
Has your fur buddy slowed down? Return 'spring' to your dogĘźs step. Older or injured dogs benefit from Glucosamine and MSM. Tasty pharmaceutical grade powder. Dosage based on weight. 332-7828
FOUND: BLACK cat, small, long-haired young female, Northland Trailer Park. 633-5009
2013 Ford Focus ST Model
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2006 VTX Honda 1300 street bike, low mileage, windshield, saddle bags, back seat rest, new tires, exc cond, $4,000 firm, consider trade for quad of equal value. 633-4149
2009 YAMAHA Venture MP 4-stroke, exc cond, rear seat, cargo box, block heater, extra-wide skis, spare carbide runners, scratchers, belts, mirrors, Yamaha cover, reduced to $5,500. Mike@ 333-6392
2011 HARLEY Davidson, 1200cc, black, motivated to sell, leaving the territory, $8,500 obo. 336-0995 1996 POLARIS 425 Magnum, extended front & rear racks, 2 winches, new front tires, repair manuals, c/w 6Ęźx10Ęź trailer, $2,200. 334-5408 TWO 2013 Vespa-type electric motor scooters, his & hers, 500W 60V/20Ah Lithium 60km/charge, less than 200km since new, $2,000 new, asking $1,650 ea or $3,000 for pair. 667-4794 2012 HONDA CBR 250R, under 2,500km, $2,800 obo. 333-0115 2011 SUZUKI king quad 500, 1900 kms, 26" ITP tires, Warn winch, cargo box, incl new trailer, $6,500 or $6,000 without trailer, would cost over $12,000 new. 335-7436 2004 ARTIC CAT quad 4by with winch/remote racks, new back tires, all maintence up to date, no body damage, located in Haines Junction. Phone/tx for pics. 250-566-1346 2005 HONDA Shadow, 1,100 cc. 667-2976 or 333-0901 2004 HONDA, bogged out, burnt orange, 19,000 kms. $5,700. 335-0806 2009 YAMAHA quad, all the bells & whistles, spent $15,000, selling for $7,900; set of tracks used 500km in winter, paid $4,200, sell for $2,500, pkg deal, $9,800 for all. 333-0717
Marine PROFESSIONAL BOAT REPAIR Fiberglass Supplies Marine Accessories FAR NORTH FIBERGLASS 49D MacDonald Rd Whitehorse, Yukon 393-2467 BRAND NEW salmon & halibut rods/reels, used shrimp pots & gear, Garmin 4208 GPS Chart Plotter, Data Card with Alaska Maps, hand held GPS, VHF marine radio, Scotty Electric downriggers and more. 332-1374 1984 ZETA 24' Hard Top, 350/260 leg, 15hp kicker, dingy, barbecue, galley, head, canvas enclosure, fishfinder, radio, sleeps 5, tandem trailer, rough water boat, bottom paint, many extras, reasonable offers. 332-1374 115-HORSE JOHNSON, short shaft, 85 Merc short shaft, Seagull, 460 Mercruiser 4-cyl drop in OMC Sterndriver V6 w/leg & controls, misc older outboards & parts. 250-651-7773 YAMAHA 6HP short shaft, never used, new $2,000, asking $1,500. 335-3431
1979 STARCRAFT 18Ęź aluminum boat w/trailer, 140hp inboard Mercruiser, many new parts & accessories, stereo, Sat radio, VHF radio, fish finder, works great, $3,000 obo. 333-0564
2011 STARCRAFT 1019 tent trailer, sleeps 8, like new, 2 dining tables, fridge, stove, propane furnace, hot/cold running water, indoor/outdoor stereo system, barbecue, ceiling fans, awning, $8,000 obo. 633-2121
2014 KAYAK, single, $500. 335-3431
1986 KOMFORT motor home, Class A, 27Ęź, awesome floor plan, many features, 454 chev chassis, 100,000 kms, $13,500. 633-4796
14Ęź FIBREGLASS boat, 6Ęź wide, Roadrunner trailer, new paint, 15hp 4-stroke Honda outboard motor, all for $3,700. 333-0717 9.9 HP marine outboard motor. 667-2976 or 333-0901
Heavy Equipment 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 GOLD PLANT Trommel, 36ʟ long, 48� diameter, is on a 53ʟ triaxle high-boy, c/w extras, $110,000 + applicable taxes. 250-992-6749, lv msg if no answer
WANTED: TRAVEL trailer about 18' long in good condition, ideally with 3 way fridge & stove, washroom, able to sleep 4. Stella 668-4629 2007 ADVENTURER 76R camper, fits import trucks, 3-way fridge, roof racks, sleeps 4, exc cond, $10,500. 633-4256 1997 GEORGIE Boy Pursuit motorhome, 32Ęź, loaded. 393-2545 FLAT DECK trailer, double axle, $3,500. 335-9272 1991 ROYAL 16Ęź horse trailer, good shape, has divider etc, $2,500 obo. 333-0564 2005 GULFSTREAM 21Ęź travel trailer, was mobile office so no beds, tables, or bathroom, $3,600. 333-0564
5-COMPARTMENT 2,100 fuel tank w/pump, hose & reel, $2,500; 29.5x29 tires, 40% & 80%, 14:00x24 tires on Cat 14 rims, 18:00x25 tires on Terex rims. 250-651-7773
2004 OKANAGAN 24Ęź 5th wheel w/slide, exxceptionally clean, solar panel, fantastic fan, storage box, view at FIreweed RV, $15,000. 668-5082
8V71 DETROIT engines w/clutches, pump drives & hydraulic pumps, parting out Terex 7G track loader & Terex rock truck, assorted highway truck tires & rims. 250-651-7773
1978 9.5Ęź camper, rebuilt in 2005, new upholstery, furnace, fridge & jacks, view at Fireweed RV, $1,500. 668-5082
WATER PUMPS FOR SALE OR RENT •12� x 10�, 2004 Power Prime DV300, Self-Priming Global Pump •10� x 6�, 2012 with 6 CYL JD Engine Cornell Pump •8� x 6�, with 6 CYL JD Engine, Self-Priming Cornell Pump A1 CATS, Grande Prairie, AB. 1-780-538-1599 Website: www.a1-cats.com for pictures 345CL EXCAVATOR, c/w 58� digging bucket (3) 400D Rock Trucks D9N u-Dozer, Multi shank ripper c/w 2 shanks FOR SALE, RENTAL OR RENTAL PURCHASE All have recent rebuilds, please see our website for pictures, www.a1-cats.com for pictures All are sitting in Dawson City, Yukon 1-780-538-1599 Grande Prairie, AB. 2009 BOBCAT CT 440, 44hp tractor w/backhoe & many other attachments. 335-5192 •2008 CAT 740 Rock Truck SN CAT00740PB1P03886 •2010 Bucyrus R30C Hydra-Trac Rock Drill SN TRX33H30DNAE0030 •1989 Cat D10N Crawler Tractor SN2YD01092 •2008 Volvo EC460CL Hyd Exc SNVCEC460CL00110148 All Excellent Condition Ready to work Located in Watson Lake Call for Pricing: 604-541-1362 ext 102 KLUANE PLACER property, small scale miner contemplating JV with compatible party, steady pay, large material volume on historic creek, in alternative sell some claims for $30,000 ea. 867-634-2629
Aircraft 1957 CESSNA 172, Bush STOL, 4900 TT, 500 SMOH, Continental O-300, King VHF, ADF, 4 place I/C, Mogas STC, Cleveland brakes, great performer, economical trainer, well maintained, $32,000 obo. 633-5495
Campers & Trailers TAITĘźS TRAILERS www.taittrailers.com taits@northwestel.net Quality new and used Horse * Cargo * Equipment trailers For sale or rent Call Anytime 334-2194 Southern prices delivered to the Yukon 2004 PIONEER travel trailer, 23T6 model, large bath, queen size bed, large awning, great condition, $9,500. 633-2580 BUILDING, 10ĘźWX10ĘźHX50ĘźL, moveable on steel skids for loading. 668-2332
1999 FORD 4x4 diesel dually w/2001 4-season Arctic Fox camper, both in exct shape, will sell separately, camper is fully loaded, $25,000 obo. 667-2005, cell 334-5778 1989 24Ęź Ford Travelaire Class C motorhome, 7.5L auto, full bath, bed at back, exc cond, 125,000kms, $12,500. Call/text 780-232-6602 2003 MAJESTIC 24Ęź, 213,365km, E-350, auto, cruise, adj steering, CD/AM/FM radio, air bags, sleeps 6, a/c, 3 propane burner, electric/prop fridge + HWT, new front tires, $12,500 obo. 819-943-1295 1991 CHEVY camper van, 126,000pm, propane stove, fridge, forced heat, vg cond, runs good, new stereo w/remote, no rust, $9,000 obo. 689-0805 or 633-4227 1991 22Ęź 5th wheel, excellent condition, view any time. 667-7413 12Ęź ENCLOSED Cargo Mate tandem axle trailer. 667-2976 or 333-0901 2008 EAGLECAP camper, exc cond, fiberglass body, electric jacks, fastgun tie-downs w/locks, new batteries, 2 propane tanks, maxi-vent covers, LED lights, heated basement, $18,000 obo. 333-9460 1997 FRONTIER 9Ęź camper, good cond, toilet, shower, hot water, stove, 3-way fridge & heater, $5,900. 335-3620
Coming Events ATLIN - GLACIER VIEW CABINS “your quiet get awayâ€? Cozy self contained log cabins canoes, kayaks for rent Fax/Phone 250-651-7691 e-mail sidkatours@ atlin.net www.glacierviewcabins.ca AL-ANON MEETINGS, 667-7142. Has your life been affected by someoneĘźs drinking? Wednesday 12Noon @ Anglican Church, 4th & Elliott, back door, Friday 7pm Lutheran Church, 4th & Strickland, beginnerĘźs meeting, Friday 8pm Lutheran Church regular meeting OLD TIME Photo Parlour, Tuesday to Friday 11am-3pm & Saturday 10am-5pm, $10 per person. Days Inn, Whitehorse. Stop by or call 867-689-6229 to book an appointment. Fundraiser for Yukon Literacy Coalition GUILD HALL AGM, Volunteer BBQ & Costume Garage sale. Costume sale starts at 9am-1pm, BBQ at noon, AGM at 2pm August 8th at the Guild Hall. CHILI & Bean downriver canoe & kayak race, Wednesday Aug. 12, register Rotary Park 5:30pm, race start 6pm, 18.5 km to Takhini River Bridge, chili & beans after race. Info 668-5298 2015 SOUTHERN Lakes Harvest Dinner & Dance, Saturday September 5th, 6pm, Tagish Community Centre, Chef, Michele Genest, music, Miles Canyon Band, featuring Kevin Barr, $35/person. 399-3407 for tickets
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Stephen Charles Taylor Friday, August 14, 2015 at 2:00 pm Dawson City Cemetery
April 10, 1956 – August 6, 2010
Dawson City, Yukon
ALL WELCOME
ED N O TP S O P
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR
Jim “Parky” Parkinson will be held at Mike Brown’s place at the Carcross Cutoff on August 29th starting at 4:00 PM.
Blessed Be Your Community Connection
Coffee and snacks will be provided. If you want anything stronger, please bring it with you.
A SPIRIT HOUSE CELEBRATION will be held for
Kluane RitaJoe
THANKS, dave@dawsonpeaks.ca
in Burwash Landing on August 14th & 15th, 2015. ALL ARE WELCOME.
Paul Benedict Graafen Dinner only will be served on the 14th and all meals will be served on the 15th. Six children of the Crow Clan will also be receiving their traditional names at this potlatch.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Benedict Graafen on July 31, 2015. Paul was born on August 14, 1931 in Eschweiler, Germany. He came to Canada in 1952 and settled in Edmonton, Alberta where he met his wife Margaret, now deceased. Paul is survived by his children, Ingrid (Mark), Caroline (Gary) and 4 grandchildren – Cameron, Kathryn, Emily and Carl. Paul was a devoted family man and will also be greatly missed by his sister, Hedi, his brother Adolf and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at McCall’s Downtown on Thursday, August 6, 2015 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Franciscan Friary, 1076 Joan Crescent in Victoria, BC on Friday, August 7 at 11 a.m.
Alexander Fredrick
Morrison
Interment at Royal Oak Burial Park, 4673 Falaise Drive with a reception to follow at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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SCREENING: ALL the Time in the World, Monday, Aug. 10, see Screenings tab at AlltheTimeintheWorld.ca/. Advance ticket purchase only, by credit card at EventBrite.caor phone Gregory Bryce at 667-2161 AYFC AGM August 21, 1pm, Whitehorse Public Safety Building PREDATORS DOG Puller Sport Athletic League is holding Canadaʼs first dog puller championship in Whitehorse, August 29, 9am, Ecole Emilie Tremblay soccer field. Info @ caninesyukon@hotmail.com. All spectators welcome. YRTA (YUKON Retired Teachers) Breakfast Tuesday August 11, 9:30am, at 506 Main St. Grill. All welcome. Info: 667-2644 WHITEHORSE G E N E R A L Hospital Women's Auxiliary monthly meeting, Monday August 10, 7:30pm at WGH. New members welcome. Info: 667-2087
Friday, August 7, 2015
YUKON NEWS THE ALZHEIMER/DEMENTIA Family Caregiver Support Group meets monthly. Group for family/friends caring for someone with Dementia. Info call Joanne 668-7713
BACKHAULS, WHITEHORSE to Alberta. Vehicles, Furniture, Personal effects etc. Daily departures, safe secure dependable transportation at affordable rates. Please call Pacific Northwest Freight Systems @ 667-2050
FREE BASIC introductory computer courses beginning August 25 at Yukon Learn Society, 2158-2nd Ave. Call 668-6280 to register
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
YUKON LEARN Society free computer drop-in lab reopens Monday August 10, 10am–2pm. Self-Directed computer studies, instructor on site, 2158-2nd Ave SPORT YUKON Annual General Meeting, September 2, 2015, 6pm, Sport Yukon Boardroom GUILD SOCIETY AGM & Volunteer BBQ Saturday August 8, BBQ at noon, AGM at 2pm. Season to be announced, as well as all sorts of fun coming events. All welcome
POPUP LIBRARY August 21-23, Whitehorse Public Library at YukomiCon. Get a library card, check out books, ask questions, discover your next read. Comics, graphic novels, sci-fi, prizes and more
MC RENOVATION Construction & Renovations Laminated floor, siding, decks, tiles Kitchen, Bathroom, Doors, Cabinets, Windows, Framing, Board, Painting Drop Ceiling, Fences No job too small Free estimates Michael 336-0468 yt.mcr@hotmail.com
Services BUSY BEAVERS Pruning, Hauling, Chainsaw Work, and General Labour Call Francois & Katherine 456-4755
Yukon Water Board – Application Notice Office des eaux du Yukon – Avis de demande Application Number Numéro de la demande
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
PM15-058
Patrick McCaighy Mining Corp.
Groundwater & McQuesten River, Tributary of Stewart River
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September 2, 2015
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Farley’s Machine Inc.
Eldorado Creek, Tributary of Bonanza 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.
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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.
LOST: FITBIT downtown Tuesday afternoon, was at Post Office, Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart in the mall, Sequels, North 60 Petro, small reward for return. 633-3842
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LOST: LADIE'S Raleigh dark pink older mountain bike w/black rack & soft mud guard at the back. Call 668-7903 if found
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FOUND: BLACK cat, small, long-haired young female, Northland Trailer Park. 633-5009
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Proposal packages are available at the City of Dawson Recreation Office, located on the second floor of the Waterfront Building 1085 Front Street, Dawson City, YT from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Packages can be obtained electronically by e-mailing marta.selassie@cityofdawson.ca.
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The City of Dawson is soliciting the services of a qualified firm to facilitate public planning and the development of a trails management plan.
Bernie’s Race-Trac Gas Bigway Foods
KLONDIKE WOODWORK Finishing Carpentry & Renovations For Clean, Meticulous & Tasteful Quality Work INTERIOR •Kitchen & Bathrooms, Flooring, •Design & organization of walk-in closets, laundry & storage room, garage •Wood & Laminate, Stairs. EXTERIOR •Decks, Fences, Insulation, Siding, Storage Shed 633-2156 or cell 334-2156
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KUMON MATH AND READING CENTRE Individual programs for all grades Enrol early for the 2015/2016 school year Affordable Free diagnostic check Above Starbucks on Main 393-3151
LOG CABINS: Professional Scribe Fit log buildings at affordable rates. Contact: PF Watson, Box 40187, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 6M9 668-3632
HOME REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS
Trails Management Plan City of Dawson
Airport Chalet Airport Snacks & Gifts
JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER/PAINTER 30 years experience Commercial-Residential •Renovations •Repairs •Kitchens •Bathrooms •Drywall Tiles •Decks •Fine Finishing and Painting No job too small Local references available Phone 335-8924 bradmre@gmail.com
MANDARIN CLASSES Children and adults at Yukon College For more info please contact 867-689-9001 ygmyydong@hotmail.com
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8 PORTABLE folding trailer panels, exc cond, $1,300 obo; tombstone-style round bale feeder for horses or livestock, $250. 456-2249
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 HAY & STRAW FOR SALE Excellent quality hay •Timothy/grass mix, 60 lb $14.50 •Timothy/Brome hay, 60 lb $14.50 •Straw bales (baled in spring) $5 Nielsen Farms Maureen 333-0615 or yukonfarm@gmail.com
MOWER FOR 3 point hitch on tractor, 48� finishing mower with extra set of blades, recent bearing replacements, works well, $900. 331-3221
IN CONJUNCTION WITH DESLIN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION The Village of Teslin and Deslin Development Corporation are seeking
QUOTES FOR THE SUPPLY AND APPLICATION OF BST WORKS, VILLAGE OF TESLIN - 2015 Interested parties can access information from: Adam Grinde Deslin Development Corporation Box 93, Teslin Yukon Y0A 1B0 e-mail: agrinde.ddc@gmail.com phone:867-390-2532, ext. 388, or cell: 867-333-9268 DEADLINE FOR QUOTES: AUGUST 11, 2015, 16:00
REQUEST FOR TENDER 2015 RURAL ROADS PROJECT PHASE 2 TENDERS will be received DW WKH RI¿FH RI WKH 0DQDJHU RI )LQDQFLDO 6HUYLFHV DW &LW\ +DOO 6HFRQG $YHQXH :KLWHKRUVH <XNRQ < $ & before 4:00 PM local time on Wednesday, August 26, 2015. 7HQGHUV PXVW KDYH WKH VHDO RI WKH 7HQGHUHU DI¿[HG DQG PXVW EH VXEPLWWHG LQ DQ HQYHORSH FOHDUO\ PDUNHG "RFT #2015-ENG0005 FOR THE 2015 RURAL ROADS PROJECT- PHASE 2.� 7KH WHQGHU IRUP ZLOO GHWDLO WKH DFWXDO HVWLPDWHG TXDQWLWLHV +RZHYHU IRU JHQHUDO LQIRUPDWLRQ WKH SURMHFW FRQVLVWV RI 7UDI¿F &RQWURO $SSUR[LPDWHO\ 0HWUHV 6TXDUH RI %LWXPLQRXV 6XUIDFH 7UHDWPHQW 7HQGHU GRFXPHQWV PD\ EH REWDLQHG DW &LW\ +DOO RU E\ HPDLOLQJ procurement@ whitehorse.ca, or after 12:00 PM local time Monday, August 10, 2015. $ QRQ UHIXQGDEOH WHQGHU IHH ZLOO EH UHTXLUHG (DFK 7HQGHU PXVW EH DFFRPSDQLHG E\ 7HQGHU 6HFXULW\ All Contractors working for the City of Whitehorse must hold a valid or Temporary CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION (C.O.R.) as issued by the Northern Safety Network Yukon. 7KH &LW\ UHVHUYHV WKH ULJKW WR DFFHSW RU UHMHFW DQ\ RU DOO 7HQGHUV RU WR DFFHSW WKH 7HQGHU ZKLFK WKH &LW\ GHHPV WR EH LQ LWV RZQ EHVW LQWHUHVW 7HQGHUV VXEPLWWHG E\ )D[ ZLOO QRW EH FRQVLGHUHG All enquiries to procurement@whitehorse. ca
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #2015-039 Long Term Load and Demand Forecast
Yukon Energy is inviting proposal submissions from qualiďŹ ed consultants for the development of load and peak demand forecast models and generation of a long-term load and peak demand forecast (2016-2035) based on a combination of historical data and forward looking economic growth scenarios. The information would be used to support the Corporation’s planning efforts. It is anticipated that the project would be completed by the end of February 2016. Sealed bids, clearly marked “Long Term Load and Demand Forecastâ€? will be received up to 4:00:00 p.m. August 21st, 2015 Yukon time, at the Corporation’s main ofďŹ ce building, #2 Miles Canyon Road, Whitehorse, Yukon, or via email. To obtain a proposal package please contact Matthew Sills at (867) 393-5335 or at matthew.sills@yec.yk.ca.
Call for Expressions of Interest to Host a Program Coordinator position for the Whitehorse Affordable Family Housing complex at 60 Selkirk in Riverdale
The Government of Yukon is providing funding for an innovative three-year pilot project to support single parent families in developing a safe and supportive housing community through individual and community development programming. The link to download the “Request for Expressions of Interest� can be found on the Women’s Directorate website: www.womensdirectorate.gov.yk.ca or on Yukon Housing Corporation’s website: http://www.housing.yk.ca. Please note that the deadline to submit expressions of interest is Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 4:00 pm
For more information please contact the Women’s Directorate OfďŹ ce at 867-667-3030 or toll-free at 1-800-661-0408 ext. 3030.
E-mailed: to robin.hamilton@gov.yk.ca Hand delivered to: Women’s Directorate, Suite #1, 404 Hanson Street, Whitehorse, YT.
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12 REINDEER, certified disease free, needed for purchase for a 4H breeding program in Alaska. www.alaskawildlife.org
PUBLIC TENDER PURCHASE OF ROTARY MOWER Project Description: For the purchase of one only Rotary Mower for Whitehorse Airport Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is August 26, 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 Sandy Brown at (867) 667-5108. 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.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
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PUBLIC TENDER FOX LAKE BURN SOUTH-END FOX LAKE ROAD CONSTRUCTION Project Description: The construction of 2.7 km of new all season Forest Resource Road (FRR). The construction will consist of one mainline road within the Fox Lake South End Timber Harvest Plan (THP). Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is August 28, 2015. Please refer to the procurement documents for the closing time and location. Documents may be obtained from the Procurement Support Centre, Department of Highways and Public Works, Suite 101 - 104 Elliott Street, Whitehorse, Yukon (867) 667-5385. Technical questions may be directed to Robert Legare at (867) 456-3811. 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.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
2015 PORTER CREEK LAGOON WASTE RELOCATION TO WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY TENDERS will be received DW WKH RI¿FH RI WKH 0DQDJHU RI )LQDQFLDO 6HUYLFHV DW &LW\ +DOO 6HFRQG $YHQXH :KLWHKRUVH <XNRQ < $ & EHIRUH 4:00 PM local time on Thursday, August 20, 2015. 7HQGHUV PXVW KDYH WKH VHDO RI WKH 7HQGHUHU DI¿[HG DQG PXVW EH VXEPLWWHG LQ DQ HQYHORSH FOHDUO\ PDUNHG "RFT #2015-ENG0008 FOR THE 2015 PORTER CREEK LAGOON WASTE RELOCATION TO WHITEHORSE WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY.� 7KH WHQGHU IRUP ZLOO GHWDLO WKH DFWXDO HVWLPDWHG TXDQWLWLHV +RZHYHU IRU JHQHUDO LQIRUPDWLRQ WKH SURMHFW FRQVLVWV RI - 422 m3 Relocation of Unsuitable Soils to City of Whitehorse Waste Management Facility 7HQGHU GRFXPHQWV PD\ EH REWDLQHG DW &LW\ +DOO RU E\ HPDLOLQJ procurement@ whitehorse.ca, or after 12:00 PM local time Monday, August 10, 2015. $ QRQ UHIXQGDEOH WHQGHU IHH ZLOO EH UHTXLUHG (DFK 7HQGHU PXVW EH DFFRPSDQLHG E\ 7HQGHU 6HFXULW\ All Contractors working for the City of Whitehorse must hold a valid or Temporary CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION (C.O.R.) as issued by the Northern Safety Network Yukon and a Clearance Letter from the Yukon Workers Compensation Health and Safety Board. 7KH &LW\ UHVHUYHV WKH ULJKW WR DFFHSW RU UHMHFW DQ\ RU DOO 7HQGHUV RU WR DFFHSW WKH 7HQGHU ZKLFK WKH &LW\ GHHPV WR EH LQ LWV RZQ EHVW LQWHUHVW 7HQGHUV VXEPLWWHG E\ )D[ ZLOO QRW EH FRQVLGHUHG All enquiries to procurement@ whitehorse.ca
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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
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of
Milorad “Mike” Antonic, of Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Deceased, who died on June 23, 2015, are hereby required to send them to the undersigned Executor at the address shown below, before the 31st day of August, 2015, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard to the claims of which they have notice. AND FURTHER, all persons who are indebted to the Estate are required to make payment to the Estate at the address below. BY: Jelena Antonic c/o Lackowicz & Hoffman Suite 300, 204 Black Street Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2M9 Tel: (867) 668-5252 Fax: (867) 668-5251
PUBLIC TENDER INTERIOR RETROFIT UNIT 084000 – 4B - 2004 CENTENNIAL STREET WHITEHORSE, YUKON Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is August 20, 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 Robert Kostelnik at 867-667-5795. Site Visit: August 10, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. 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.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
PUBLIC TENDER WHISTLE BEND SUBDIVISION: OLIVE MAY WAY UNDERGROUND UTILITIES AND SURFACE WORKS Project Description: Construction of Water Main, Sanitary Sewer, Shallow Utilities, Road Subgrade Preparation, Granular Courses, Roadworks, Concrete Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk, Asphalt Surfacing, etc. Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is August 27, 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 Ron Bramadat at (867) 667-3093. 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. Bidders are advised to review documents to determine Certificate of Recognition (COR) requirements for this project. View or download documents at: www.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
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COMPLETE SET of McDonalds Happy Meal 101 Dalmations w/carrying case, $100; large plastic container of mini Legos, offers. 633-2408
Personals DRUG PROBLEM? Narcotics Anonymous meetings Wed. 7pm-8pm #2 - 407 Ogilvie St. BYTE Office
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 HIGH CHAIR, pine bunk beds c/w mattresses, bottom bunk has drawers, exc cond. 633-3757
FRI. 7pm-8:30pm 4071 - 4th Ave Many Rivers Office
Furniture LOUNGE CHAIR & ottoman, beige, black wooden frame, $90 obo. 660-4321
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
STOKKE C O N V E R T I B L E baby bassinet/crib/bed, solid beechwood, c/w all parts, mattresses, mattress protectors, 2 fitted sheets for each of 3 sizes, ages 0-10 years old, $2,400 retail, $1,200 obo. 633-2121
WHITEHORSE DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB August 4, 2015 1st - Mark Davey & Chris Bookless 2nd - Cheryl Smith & Ruth Whitney 3rd - Tom East & Nick Smart We play every Tuesday at 7:00 pm at the Golden Age Society. New players are welcome. For more information call 633-5352 or email nmcgowan@klondiker.co
STORAGE CABINET, cedar, 4-dr, 32.5”L x 11.5”D x93”H, $75. 660-4321 SOFA & loveseat, blue material, $200 obo; Wood antique desk, $500 firm. 335-9272
R E Q U E S T F O R Q U O TAT I O N
SHERIFF’S SALE BY VIRTUE of a Writ of Seizure and Sale issued out of the SUPREME COURT OF YUKON against the GOODS, LANDS AND CHATTELS of JAMES MOREHOUSE.
JANITORIAL SERVICES RFQ No. 009-15
Request for Quotation for Janitorial Services at the Northwestel Exchange Building Located at 983 – 4th Avenue, Dawson City, YT
A) 2013 FORD ESCAPE, BLUE IN COLOR, VIN #1FMCU9H99DUA31282
Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project number and submitted no later than the closing date of August 20, 2015 at 4:00pm (PST) Bid packages can be obtained by contacting procurement@nwtel.ca or calling (867) 668-8237.
Sealed bids will be received by the Sheriff of the Yukon Territory up to and including August 12th, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. in the afternoon. The sale is, as is, where is, without warranty to title. The highest or any bid not necessarily accepted.
EMPLOYMENT CENTRAL “Your Job Search Headquarters”
EMPLOYMENT COUNSELLOR
Payment by successful bidder will be required within five working days from acceptance of bid.
Employment Central provides services to job seekers. Services include computer workstations, labour market information, needs assessments and referral to a range of programs and services that assist individuals in becoming employed.
Sheriff’s Office 867-667-5867 Law Court Building 2134-2nd Avenue Whitehorse YT Y1A 5H6
The Employment Counsellor must have:
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RFP2015511 Socioeconomic Profile Project - Yukon College
x x x
experience working in a helping environment, preferably in the career development field strong interview, assessment, and communications skills knowledge of the labour market
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knowledge of community resources/services
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relevant post-secondary education or a combination of education and experience related to counselling and career development strong computer skills
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Contact Employment Central at 393-8270 for a job description. Please submit your resume to Employment Central at suite 202204 Black Street or email ec@northwestel.net by August 18, 2015
Closes: NOON PST, August 28, 2015
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It is expected that the consultant will subcontract the resources necessary to complete the project which is due by February 29, 2016. Complete packages are available by emailing Procurement and Contracts at purchasing@ yukoncollege.yk.ca (867-6688864), or at www.merx.com
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Friday, August 7, 2015 TABLE W/LEAF & 4 chairs, solid wood set, exc shape, $1,000. To view call 633-4139 MOVING, MISC furniture for sale. Call 667-4358 SOLID WOOD office desk, 3 drawers on left, 2 drawers on right, pick up only. 335-8221
YUKON NEWS OLDER QUEEN-SIZE mattress & box spring, clean, $50. 633-4707 5-PIECE BEDROOM suite includes sleigh bed, 2 side tables, large bureau/dresser w/mirror & another dresser, $1,500. To view call 633-4139
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
CHAMPAGNE ATTENDANT SERVICES
PROVISION OF GEOTECHNICAL DESIGN SERVICES FOX CREEK BRIDGE KM 228.3 KLONDIKE HIGHWAY #2, YUKON 2015-2016
PROVISION OF COMMUNITY AERODROME RADIO STATION (CARS) SERVICES - BEAVER CREEK AERODROME
Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is September 1, 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 Muhammad Idrees at (867) 335-0575. 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. Bidders are advised to review documents to determine Certificate of Recognition (COR) requirements for this project. View or download documents at: www.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
Project Description: Provision of weather observations; flight information to aircraft; emergency services; radio navigation aids monitoring; aerodrome and facility status reporting; building caretakers services, site security; and related administrative duties. Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is August 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 Darren Ronaghan at (867) 6342046. 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.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
Highways and Public Works
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
PURCHASE OF SLIDE-IN SPREADER Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is August 27, 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 Bill Stonehouse at (867) 6678281. 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.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is August 27, 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 Bill Stonehouse at (867) 6678281. 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.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
Project Description: To provide attendant services at the Champagne Solid Waste Disposal Facility. This includes having an attendant on site during all hours of operation, promoting waste diversion, and other activities Submissions must be clearly marked with the above project title. The closing date for submissions is August 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 Darrin Fredrickson at 867-6675195. 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.hpw.gov.yk.ca/tenders/
Highways and Public Works
Highways and Public Works
Community Services
ARKELL M 28 GROUSE CRES, Arkell, Saturday August 8, 9am-4pm, Sunday August 9, 5pm-9pm, moving sale, furniture, kitchen items, kitchen table, TV, Blue Ray DVD player etc M 6 PTARMIGAN PL, Arkell, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, bannock, end tables, coffee table, camping equipment etc COPPER RIDGE M 15 MOONSTONE LANE, Copper Ridge, Saturday August 8, 8am-2pm, rain or shine, dishes, sheets, chair, almost new winter tires, games, puzzles, knick knacks, books, patio set M 39 TOPAZ CRES, Copper Ridge, Saturday August 8, 9am-12noon, household items, furniture, womens/mens clothing, kids items M 15 TOPAZ CRES, Copper Ridge, Saturday August 8, 8:30am-10:30am, household, electronics, tools, and misc, cancelled if raining M 6 CARNELIAN COURT, Copper Ridge, Saturday August 8th & Sunday August 9th, 9am-4pm, ladies clothing, 689-8483 M 113 PUEBLO CRES, Copper Ridge, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, content of 3 homes, furniture, kitchen, yard items, pressure washer, lawn mowers etc CRESTVIEW M 406 KUSAWA RD, Crestview, Saturday August 8, 9am-12noon, multi-family garage sale DOWNTOWN M NEXT TO PIZZA HUT. Downtown, Multi-family at NEW FLEA MARKET, Saturday August 8, 12noon-4pm. Need a spot? Call 333-0717 M 709 OGILVIE ST, Downtown, Saturday August 8, 9am-121noon, decades of accumulation, tools, housewares, camping, 5 feet of records etc, postponed again if raining M 2191B - 2ND AVE, Downtown, behind Greyhound Stn, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, moving out sale, furniture, electronics GOLDENHORN M CARCROSS CORNER, Golden Horn, Saturday August 8, 9am-12noon, household items, free table
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Garage LES SA GRANGER M 19 WILLIAMS RD, Granger, Saturday August 8, 9am-12noon, downsizing, something for everyone, hot dogs & goodies M 67 WILSON DR, Granger, Saturday August 8, 9am-12noon, multi-family, decor items, mirrors, lights, designer purses, shoes sz 9-10, lawn furniture, camping gear M 110 WILSON DR, Granger, Saturday August 8, 9:30am-2pm, furniture, movies, tools, household supplies, decorations etc KOPPER KING M #91-4 PROSPECTOR RD, Kopper King, Saturday August 8, no starting time given, household items, construction items, cheap M 8 PROSPECTOR RD, Kopper King, Saturday August 8, 9am-2pm, household items, clothing, some tools LOGAN M 9 WREN PL, Logan, Saturday August 8, 8am1pm, early birds welcome, clothes, fabric, purses, household items, books, cookbooks, juicer MINER’S RIDGE M 38 BOREAL RD, Miner’s Ridge (off Mayo Rd just past Hot Springs Rd), Saturday August 8, 9am start, furniture, tools, exercise equipment, misc items, no early birds PORTER CREEK M GUILD HALL, 27 - 14TH AVE, Porter Creek, Saturday, August 8, 9am-1pm. Costume Garage Sale, clothes, shoes, hats & costumes etc. BBQ at noon, Guild Hall AGM at 2pm. Come out and find a treasure or three, great stuff for halloween! M 31 JUNIPER DR, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 10am-2pm. Cancelled if raining. M #5 - 17TH AVE EAST, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm
68 ALMOND PL, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 9am-12noon, kid’s clothing, toys ages 0-3, household items, tools M 1 STAN MCCOWAN PL, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, household items, baby clothing, kids toys, car seat, shoes etc M 9B ROSEWOOD PL, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 9am-3pm, tools, camping equipment, household items M 39 REDWOOD ST, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 10am-2pm, multi-family yard sale M 536 GROVE ST, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, household items, toys, Skidoo, kayak M 12-12TH AVE, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, sorry we had to cancel last Saturday due to the weather, hopefully this week weather will cooperate M 17 BASSWOOD, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 8:30am-12noon, assortment of stuff M 56 TAMARACK, Porter Creek, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, rain or shine, clothes, baby boy-5 years, dishes, linens, household items RIVERDALE M LEWES & KLONDIKE, Riverdale, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, Riverdale Flea Market & Community Party, rain or shine M 31 ALSEK RD, Riverdale, 9am-12pm, household items, jewellery, clothes, shoes M 95 TESLIN RD, Riverdale, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, multi-family yard sale, lots of everything M 90 ALSEK RD, Riverdale, Saturday August 8, 9am-3pm, estate sale, games, TV, kitchen/ household items, furniture, washer/dryer, wood stove, books, CDs, fishing gear M
119 ALSEK RD, Riverdale, Saturday August 8, 8am starting time, new items and good condition used furniture M 46 ALSEK RD, Riverdale, Saturday August 8, 9am-12pm, variety of items TAKHINI SOUTH M 48 RHINE WAY, Takhini North, Saturday August 8, no starting time given, moving away multifamily, furniture, kitchen stuff, toys, tools, cancelled if raining M 1B ARLEUX PL, Takhini East, Saturday August 8, 10am-12noon, household items, knickknacks, clothing M 382 RANGE RD, Takhini, Saturday August 8, 8am-12noon, X-Box games, house plants, small appliances etc VALLEYVIEW M 349 VALLEYVIEW CRES, Valleyview, Saturday August 8, 9am-1pm, household items M
SUNDAY, AUGUST 9TH ARKELL M 28 GROUSE CRES, Arkell, Saturday August 8th, 9am-4pm, Sunday August 9th, 5pm-9pm, moving sale, furniture, kitchen items, kitchen table, TV, Blue Ray DVD player etc COPPER RIDGE M 6 CARNELIAN COURT, Copper Ridge, Saturday August 8 & Sunday August 9, 9am-4pm, ladies clothing, 689-8483
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