Hgt magazine #79 Jan 2017

PLAN YOUR

STAYCATION Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, find it in your backyard

CULTURAL HUMILITY Creating change in BC HealthCare

TRANSFORMING OUR COMMUNITIES

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When Was the Last Time...

Steller’s Jay Tow Hill Plank Road Good Reads for 2017 Haida Gwaii Stargazers

Haida Gwaii Eyes…

Wide Open

Proactive Ponderings about Common Challenges

New Year’s Resolutions Easy as Pie?

by Shellene Van der Beke

Mmm…pie, (head shake) OK…focus.

Challenge: Many of us have something we would like to change, improve, experience and/or attain in 2017. A common question is: how can we make our New Year’s resolutions really stick?

Solutions: Question #1: are you sure? 

Authentic Goals: Speaker and filmmaker, Philip McKernan, hit the nail right on the head when he said: “You are better off in life with no goals, than chasing a set of goals that belong to someone else.” Whether what you seek is external or internal, many a wise person has said: go within.

Once our goals truly resonate with who we are, deep down, they are, more often than not, easier to attain and even more fun!

Question #2: are you willing to celebrate? 

Small Wins: Instead of punishing ourselves for bad behavior or poor performance, how’s about we kick up our heels for our wins…even the wee tiny ones? There is now solid proof that celebrating our successes actually helps to re-wire our brains and releases feel-good chemicals that help us stay on the path of what we want to achieve.

“The bigger the why, the easier the how.” Author, entrepreneur and speaker Jim Rohn

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Please send us your submission by the 15th of the month for publishing consideration.

Questions? Comments? We would love to hear from you! Call us at 250-557-2088 Or email: info@haidagwaiitrader.com or mail: PO Box 222, Port Clements, BC V0T1R0

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IN THIS ISSUE

8 Staycation

14 Cultural Humility Also: Your Ripple Effect................................................4 Feathers and Wings.............................................7

18 T.E.A.M

Roots.............................................................10 Reading on the Rock..........................................17 Classifieds..................................................... 21 On the Cover: Steve & Tricia packing their skis and snowshoes up to the top of Sleeping Beauty.

Photo by Pete Moore

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When Was the Last Time ... ... you did something for the first time?

Last week? Last month? Last year?

If the thought of this new thing makes you smile, that also means you are in the right territory.

In September, I caught my first fish, ever! The shock, surprise and exhilaration energizes me still! That lucky catch opened up a whole new world to me, a world to which I thought I could not belong. Whether I catch another fish in my life is not important.

That beautiful salmon out of the Tlell River fed my stomach as well as an increased sense of possibility what else could I do or be that I think is out of my reach?

Instead of letting our fear trap us in predictability and comfortable boredom, we can use fear to grow our courage!

How about you? What idea, dream or goal – big or small – has been hovering around in the background for a while? Maybe it’s trying a new hobby, or initiating a conversation with someone new, or looking for another job.

Maybe it is showing up more honestly in tricky conversations.

And what holds you back?

Is it fear of what people will say, or looking foolish, or lack of skill or knowledge?

Most people experience all of those when trying something for the first time. I certainly did.

My stomach churned during the drive from Queen Charlotte to the Tlell and then while I stood on its bank, casting my line so clumsily, once landing up in a tree. Cringe!

If you feel that mixture of anxiety and excitement, then you know you are stretching your comfort zone and that is good!

It sounds backwards. Usually we think, “I need to build up more courage before I do this new scary thing”. But no, we exercise our courage muscles by “feeling the fear and doing it anyway”. One woman who performs often at the Queen Charlotte coffee house said she performs to build her confidence. That is a great example of how fear is the natural companion of creative action.

Here is a challenge for the New Year - start an exercise program for your courage muscles. Do one thing each week that is scary or difficult; one that makes your heart beat a bit faster with dread and/ or excitement. Keep these actions authentic and doable, as in “At some level, I know I am ready for this”.

Feel your feelings (nervous, embarrassed, and foolish) and remember, they are normal.

Reassure yourself in the way a very supportive, loving parent would. Then go for it!

The result – aliveness and expansion! These authentic, adrenaline-rush actions will move you closer to who you are meant to be. Happy New Year!

Liz Wouters is a Certified Coach, and trained in Conflict Management, Psychology, and Adult Education. For individual or group coaching sessions on work, life or interpersonal issues, please contact her at lwoutersca@yahoo.ca

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At Your Service

New Owner at the Crow’s Nest!

Proud new owner of Tlell’s Crow’s Nest Café and Country Store, Adriene O’Brien, was born and raised in Skidegate and has lived on Haida Gwaii all of her life. No doubt, many of you have already been enjoying Adriene’s delicious baked goods, which she started making at the Crow’s Nest a while before procuring the business from long time owners, Anne Barnes and Jason Fox. When asked where she learned to bake so well, Adriene noted “from helping a dear friend, my second Mom, with her incredible Christmas baking which she started every year in August! I learned a lot from her.”

Adriene’s focus for the Crow’s Nest is all about LOCAL and HANDMADE. Local and in season produce, local Island Meat & Sausage, handmade baked goods and brunches as well as arts and crafts…all locally created.

Brunch will be served on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 3pm. Just like before, the Crow’s Nest will still have groceries, liquor sales, DVD rentals, ice cream and specialty coffees…and the same, amazing hours: 10am to 7pm, 7 days per week! Congratulations and all the best of success to the new Crow’s Nest team! For more information, call 250-557-4593 or email adriene@haidagwaii.net

Thank you Anne and Jason! From the countless people you have served, for your many years of operating the Crow’s Nest for so many long hours. Your contributions are deeply appreciated. All the very best to you and yours!

Meet the New Kay Bistro Team The Kay Bistro will reopen January 9, 2017 under the management of the Haida Heritage Centre at Kay’Llnagaay. Head Chef Reggie Roca (centre) has been working with Red Seal Chef Edi Szasz and is carrying on with the delicious menu Edi created that has made the Bistro such a success. Baker Jill Kolodka (right) will also continue providing sweet confections. They are joined

by Serena Smith (left) of Skidegate who is the new Sous Chef. Besides favourites like the chicken sandwich and flat breads you can look forward to specials from the Philippines created by Reggie. We will also be adding Haida Jam (jum) and Fry Bread one day a week. To keep up to date with their menus, hours, and specials, be sure to like Kay Bistro on facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/kaybistro

Great food. Great surroundings. Great experience.

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The Grayest of Steller’s Jay

I heard a lot of shook-shook-shooking, wings flapping, and chattering by the bird table. The flock

of adults and youngsters were grouped around on various branches when a noticeable hush stilled the scene. Out from the bare salmon berry bushes flew in a Jay different than I had seen before. It had a big gray beard and gray eye stripes and moved in a way that I can only describe as “in tune with the forest”. All of the others watched alertly as it came down to eat. I had the feeling that the local Jays had guided it in from the deep forest to the table as it was slim and would be hungry with its food sources frozen solid. I never saw it again, but I witnessed a genuine respect for an elder in bird society.

Multidisciplinary artist Thomas Arnatt specializes in murals inspired by birds, nature & meditation. His studio is located in the beautiful Tow Hill Road community on Haida Gwaii. For commissions and/or more information, Thomas can be reached by email at rayvantric@gmail.com

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WHERE

Every year, growing up on Haida Gwaii, I was lucky enough to have a holiday tradition of going skiing. Whether it was during Christmas break or over Spring break (or sometimes even both), my family always made it a priority during my high school years to pack up our ski bags and head out on the ferry to Terrace or Smithers for a weekend.

WILL

Now that I’m back on Haida Gwaii after 4 years away at school, I was looking forward to trying to make my way across the strait again. But due to various reasons (namely procrastination with work tasks and a relatively late start at the mountains), this didn’t happen. So naturally, I took the prospect of a winter vacation into my own hands.

TAKE YOU?

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Any time there is a slight dusting of snow in town, we load up the vehicles with sleds, snowboards, skis, hot chocolate, and any dogs that want to come along for the ride and head up Sleeping Beauty. Usually we just find a nice enough hill for sledding, but every once in a while a more adventurous hike is in order. Having missed the chance to hit a real ski hill this year, it was necessary to take on Haida Gwaii’s most accessible peak.

Following the island-wide big snowfall, the south end had a week of dry and clear weather – perfect for winter hiking. Unfortunately, on the day we decided to go, the grey clouds made their return. It was raining at the bottom of the trail, and as we hiked up we watched the precipitation slowly transition to flakes. Conditions like these, although undeniably beautiful, make for a soggy slog up the side.

By the time we hit the summit, I was completely drenched in a mixture of my own sweat and the rain/wet snow that had been falling for the duration of the hike. Carrying ski boots and skis on my back left my knees feeling like they were going to crumble. Away from the shelter of the trees, the wind and sideways-blowing snow was piercing.

I realize I’m probably depicting what sounds like a terrible experience; even at the time I had brief moments when I questioned my judgement. But the feeling of exhilaration and triumph once I reached that peak was something else. Standing there as the wind whipped across my face made the ride down feel like an added bonus. Although it came nearly at the end of the year, the Sleeping Beauty ski expedition was one of my top moments of 2016.

By Pete Moore

STAYCATION

YOUR

But that was in December. It’s now the new year, and locals often have one common thing on their mind: what hot, tropical country am I going to vacation to this year?

Whether it’s in search of a thrilling adventure through mountains or forests, or a relaxing book reading session on a tropical beach, Haida Gwaii-ans love to vacation.

The winter blues get to all of us in some degree. The short days, long and dark nights, and ugly weather is bound to take its toll. But as I was standing on the peak of Sleeping Beauty, just about to drop in and ski down the face, I realized that if you put your mind to it, Haida Gwaii can offer you just about anything anywhere else can.

Skiing Sleeping Beauty is definitely something that will only appeal to a small demographic, and is something that should only be attempted by experienced riders. Luckily, Haida Gwaii has an endless supply of adventures to offer.

Surfing on island has been a growing interest among locals.

The North Beach Surf Shop has boards and wetsuits for purchase and for rent, and even offers lessons to get you on your feet. Make it a weekend adventure by staying at North Beach Cabins who are offering a “Local Love Discount” – tax free!

Admittedly, perhaps the adventurous climbing-sleepingbeauty-for-skiing, surfing-in-the-freezing-cold, type vacation is not everybody’s idea of a vacation. As mentioned

A 2016 Sun Studio Yoga Retreat In February, Sun Studio is offering a yoga retreat called “Yoga & Creativity”. The Sun Studio website says “through Kundalini Yoga, meditation, dance, and art-making, you enhance your intuition, experience the wisdom within you, and move into the new year with fresh awareness.” Sign up before January 30th for the early bird rate.

Catching a wave at North Beach

Also helping you bring in the new year on a calming note is local massage therapist Kim Goetzinger, who for the month of January is offering $10 off of all booked appointments.

Amber’s Spa in Queen Charlotte is also offering deals throughout the months of January and February. Check out their facebook pages for more details.

before, some of us definitely lean more towards the book on the beach side of the vacation spectrum. Well if that is the case, don’t let Haida Gwaii’s cold winter weather deter you from finding serenity here on the islands.

Perhaps you are looking for a sight you have not seen (or had the time to examine) before; Haida Gwaii is full of these. Turn a shopping trip to the heart of Tlell into an exploration of 62 million years of local geology at the Tlell Stone Circle located outside of Crystal Cabin. Take the selfguided tour for 360 degree views of volcanic thunder eggs, rare fossils, ancient wood and island crystal. Afterwards, head inside for an espresso!

Kim’s Massage Clinic Whether it’s a thrilling ride down the side of a mountain or wave, an educational must-see sight, a meditative getaway, or a theraputic massage or spa that you’re seeking, Haida Gwaii has the answer. So, when you’re booking your 2017 trip, remember to think about what your backyard has to offer.

RATHER THAN A VACATION, TRY A STAYCATION!

Tlell Stone Circle

This article was made possible with the help of Mary Lou Von Niesson of Love Haida Gwaii and Go Haida Gwaii. Check out the Haida Gwaii Last Minute facebook page for more “staycation” ideas.

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The Tow Hill Plank Road

Yet another installment on the evolution of Haida Gwaii’s roadways

By Pete Moore

You might remember a few issues back we shared the story of an early infrastructure development of the Plank Road between Port Clements and Tlell. That road, which ran in a similar route as the highway we know today, was just one of many plank roads to be laid across Haida Gwaii.

Pictured left is Fisheries Officer Andy Skipper, and at the end of the road you can actually see Tow Hill on the horizon.

The Tow Hill Plank Road was built by Foreman Jessie Bridden, whose idea was later adopted to build another plank road between Tow Hill and Port Clements.

The roads could be very treacherous when wet, as they offered little traction, and a very narrow surface to drive along. Furthermore, the roads were even more difficult to travel when you encountered oncoming traffic!

In all of these pictures, you can also see the famous Ford Model T.

The plank roads that tracked across Haida Gwaii not only show us the early ways of transportation on the island, but also help us better understand our early communities.

These photos are courtesy of the Dixon Entrance Maritime Museum. They can be reached by calling 250-626-6066 and are located at 2172 Harrison Ave. in Masset.

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Rosemary Chicken

with a Dijon Mustard and White Wine Sauce I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like chicken, and at Baru Farm*, right here on Haida Gwaii, they raise the juiciest organic grain-fed birds that I’ve tasted. Although you can use any chicken for this recipe, their birds will take your recipe up a notch that is sure to impress the ones you feed. I’ve made this recipe so many times. It’s simple, yummy and elegant.

Temperature 425 Cooking time 1/2 hour Serves 4 Ingredients: - Four chicken breasts, bone removed and skin left on - 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped rosemary - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 tablespoon butter - Salt and pepper Sauce: - 1 shallot minced - 1 garlic minced - 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard - 1/2 cup white wine - 1/2 cup chicken stock - Zest of half a lemon Preheat oven to 425.

Salt, pepper and sprinkle both sides of breasts with chopped fresh rosemary On medium high heat, add olive oil and butter to a sauté pan, when butter starts to bubble a bit add chicken and brown about 2 min or until it has a nice color to it. Turn and cook another 2 min. Transfer to a baking dish. Place in the oven for 20 min.

DO NOT wash sauté pan. When chicken is done, take out , cover with foil and let it rest on stove top while you start the sauce. On medium heat, add shallots and garlic to the sauté pan you fried the breasts in and sauté until tender. Add mustard and wine, let the wine reduce to half, and then add chicken stock. Cook for about 5 min, stirring to thicken. Place chicken on a board for cutting and add any remaining juice from roasting your chicken (drippings) to your sauce. Add grated lemon zest.

To serve, slice chicken on an angle, spoon a little sauce on the plate, place sliced chicken over sauce and add a little sauce over the chicken. Enjoy! *Baru Farm is a fully licensed meat processing facility that also sells organic, grain fed chicken and eggs. They are located in Queen Charlotte and can be reached at 250-559-4586 or email barufarm@haidagwaii.net

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TRANSFORMING OUR COMMUNITIES

Our Vibrant Haida Gwaii Communities Initiative is already Several projects are already underway making a difference on the islands. as a result of this new initiative.

Established in 2016, this new program is designed to fund community projects PORT CLEMENTS: $20,000 for a that support the maintenance, creation, new community playground. support and development of community QUEEN CHARLOTTE: $225,233 infrastructure – the basic physical for the second phase of the boat systems of a community, like clean water, launch ramp upgrade. sewers, transportation, communication, SKIDEGATE: planning for a new Bill waste management, recreation facilities, Reid Legacy Gallery in the museum, and community safety initiatives. These which will house the Loo Taas and systems are vital to a community’s the Dogfish Pole, administrative economic development and prosperity. support for the Ngystle Society Open to local governments and nonto enable it to work towards profit organizations, this program will sustainability, board governance cover almost any expense, including and community engagement core funding, and can also be used for the Skidegate Health Centre, to leverage funding from other renovations to the Kaay Centre, governments or organizations. and honouring the community’s language keepers and learners, • $1 million for each Gwaii Trust including the Elders at SHIP, the community over the next four years UNBC Haida language students, • Communities can use up to and students at both Sk’aadgaa $250,000 per year or save their Naay and Gidgalang Kuuyaas Naay. allocation for a larger project • These funds can be used as leverage for federal/provincial infrastructure programs.

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SANDSPIT: $12,696 to provide the community with 200 advanced weather alert radio systems; $22,228 for the Sandspit Community Society to work with the Haida Gwaii Higher Education Society to plan a post-secondary semester program focusing on marine planning and a transportation system; $50,308 for the Golf Course Society; $30,000 to construct a new salmon hatchery building, and $16,216 to replace siding and repair the fire and ambulance hall.

Applications to this program can be submitted any time and will be considered at the next month’s Gwaii Trust meeting. Full guidelines for the Vibrant Haida Gwaii Communities Initiative – and all our other programs - are available on our website at gwaiitrust.com.

celebrating local

independently owned businesses Meet Laura Dutheil - Greene of

Tidal Zone Silver Studio Laura is a silver carver drawing inspiration for her work, from her coastal environment. Laura’s carving portrays tidal zone imagery of Haida Gwaii such as octopus gardens, bull kelp seaweed, sockeye salmon and shellfish.

Because she is a gardener, Laura also carves hummingbird gardens, bees and flowers into pieces of jewellery. Her most popular pieces are the Octopus Garden rings and bracelets.

211 Front Street, Skidegate, BC 778-260-0434 tidalzonesilverstudio@gmail.com

Laura’s work illustrates the sea otter keystone species story, capturing nature’s balance between the sea urchin population, the sea otter and kelp beds. She has recently introduced new imagery portraying the Haida Gwaii experience as part of a kayaker’s journey.

Full range of jewellery items for all ages • Custom orders available and also some in stock • Visa and MC purchases available, e-transfers •

Meet Tom Green renowned Haida carver

Tom works with all metals and specializes in gold and silver. His limited edition jewellery pieces are graced with traditional depictions of eagles, bears, ravens, killer whales, wolves, hummingbirds and dogfish and are sought after internationally as well as locally.

View Tom’s range of artistry via his in-studio portfolio and select from a wide range in designs and sizes. Tom is passionate about making art affordable and works closely with customers to create pieces that are both beautiful and economical.

211 Front Street, Skidegate, BC 250.559.8348 ravenlegs@hotmail.com Tom and Laura can be contacted in their shared carving studio in Skidegate. Visitors are welcome.

LOVEHAIDAGWAII.COM | LOVENORTHERNBC.COM Love Haida Gwaii showcases locally owned and operated businesses and is funded by Northern Development Initiative Trust & Misty Isles Economic Development Society. To list your business on the Love Haida Gwaii website or for more information call 250-559-8050 or email admin@mieds.ca

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CULTURAL HUMILITY Be it due to poor lifestyle choices, modern day stress, or the towering needs of baby boomer seniors, today’s healthcare system is under an immense amount of pressure. With this in mind, it is good to know that there’s some good news worth sharing. News that can serve to help each and every one of us in standing up for and communicating what we truly need to care for ourselves and each other.

But first, a bit of a bigger picture precursor.

If mainstream media had the last say, it would shout that the world is going to heck in a hand basket. Yet, despite the many challenges humanity is facing, in many aspects, as a species, we are actually (and finally) starting to get a handle on things. Homo sapiens have come a long way from the basic survival, infant phase (eat, sleep and stay alive), onto the toddler phase of learning how to share with others (human, labor and gender rights movements), to the more world-aware teenage phase (environmental responsibility).

Now, in its early adult phase, humankind is expressing wide scale activism with movements such as social sustainability, repatriation and the awareness and fairness of the distribution of wealth. In many ways, humankind is getting its act together.

BC Healthcare is creating a climate for change

By Shellene Van Der Beke

racism and discrimination. The goal: that people feel safe when receiving health care.

• Cultural safety is defined by each individual client’s health services experience.

One of the organizations that declared a commitment to cultural humility, the First Nations Health Authority, published a resource booklet called Creating a Climate for Change. In it, it states “Cultural humility involves humbly acknowledging oneself as a learner when it comes to understanding another’s experience.”

“To be culturally humble means that I am willing to learn,” states FNHA CEO Joe Gallagher, “that I acknowledge that I do not know everything about the various cultures in British Columbia, nor do I know where an individual is in relation to their culture.” Gallagher continues with “We can only know that we have achieved a culturally safe service if our customers tell us that the service they received was safe to them.”

Yet another movement that is proof our species is heading down the right path is Cultural Humility: the ability to maintain an interpersonal stance that is other-oriented (or open to the other) in relation to aspects of cultural identity that are most important to the [person]. (Wikipedia) Two summers ago, all BC Health Authority CEOs signed a DECLARATION of COMMITMENT to advancing cultural humility and cultural safety within health services. From the CEO of the Ministry of Health, Provincial Health Services Authority, First Nations Health Authority, Vancouver Coastal, Fraser, Interior, Island and our local authority, Northern Health, all signed their names to develop and act on the principles of cultural humility and safety with a commitment to reciprocal accountability.

This declaration of commitment, as stated in their published works, is based on the following guiding principles: • Cultural humility builds mutual trust and respect, enables cultural safety and contributes to an environment free of

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Joe Gallagher, CEO FHNA

“To be culturally humble means that I am willing to learn,” - Joe Gallagher

What does all this mean for you and I? It means that more and more of our healthcare providers are pledging their commitment to learning with us and from us. Now is the time for each and every one of us to take a keen interest in our own health and to let our healthcare providers know.

Together, everyone achieves more.

Here are some of our healthcare providers’ expressed commitments to cultural humility and safety: My Commitment to Cultural Safety and Humility:

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Shrimp and Ricotta Phyllo Pockets

Ricotta Around 200 AD, Athenaeus first wrote about ricotta.

It was considered a food for poor people because it was made from the by-product of cheese made for rich people. It is sad that those rich people would never enjoy a cannoli that is stuffed with ricotta, fruit and nuts.

Ricotta is a slightly sweet cheese-like milk product that is often used in desserts. It is a pleasant, mild, creamy product that is well-suited to appetizers and party plates because it pairs well with almost any flavor profile. Mixed with spinach it makes a lovely filling for ravioli.

Ricotta is not a cheese. It is classified as a creamy curd.

The whey poured off in the making of cheese is heated to a higher temperature and the ricotta floats to the top and is drained. Ricotta is derived from the Latin word recocta which means re-cooked.

When cheese is made, most of the fat is in the cheese and when the whey is processed into ricotta it is very low in fat in spite of its rich flavor. Ricotta is a very versatile ingredient that is only limited by your imagination.

3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon canola oil 1/3 cup chopped celery 1/3 cup red or green bell pepper 2/3 cup chopped green onion 2 dashes Tobasco sauce 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons all purpose flour 1 pound large shrimp chopped 1/2 cup ricotta 1/3 cup milk 1 16 ounce package frozen phyllo dough thawed 1/2 cup butter Heat the 3 tbs of butter and canola oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Stir in the celery and peppers and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the green onions, hot sauce and salt. Cook until the onions are wilted, about 3 minutes. Stir the flour, shrimp, ricotta and milk into the mixture. Cook until the shrimp are pink, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool.

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.

Melt the 1/2 cup butter in a small pan over medium heat. Remove from the heat and keep warm. Stack 2 sheets of phyllo dough and cut into 3 strips that are 3 inches by 12 inches. Cut these again to 3 inches by 6 inches.

Brush edges with melted butter to seal them. Add 1 teaspoon of the shrimp mixture to one end of the phyllo and seal it. Brush the top with melted butter and place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Continue with the remaining phyllo and filling. Bake until golden and flaky.

Pat Fricker has lived on these islands that she adores for over 30 years.

She loves gardening, greenhousing, and cooking. She also enjoys the superior flavor of fresh fruit and veggies that are on the table shortly after picking.

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Reading on the Rock Looking for a Good Read?

The dark, cold days of winter are the perfect time to curl up with a cozy blanket, a mug of hot chocolate and a spellbinding book. Our library customers are always recommending good reads and discovering new authors. If you’re looking for a new book, here are some of their favourites from 2016.

• Daydreams of Angels by Heather O’Neill: Readers who enjoyed this Canadian author’s novel Lullabies for Little Criminals loved her new book of short stories.

• Career of Evil by Robert Galbraith: Robert Galbraith is the pen name of Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. This is her third adult mystery, and readers recommended it highly.

• Faithful Place by Tana French: If you like murder mysteries, check out this author. This novel is one of several, all set in Dublin. Realistic but not overly violent or gory.

• The Paying Guests by Sarah Waters: Readers who took out this historical page-turner came back to request more by the same author. A compelling story set in 1920s London.

Your library card is a passport to a world of knowledge!

Check out our website at virl.bc.ca to request books, DVDs and other materials, watch free movies, download free music, or read newspapers from around the world.

OPEN HOURS Queen Charlotte

Tuesday 10-12 and 1-5, Wednesday 1-4 and 5-8, Friday 12:30-5 Saturday 10-12 and 1-5

Masset

Tuesday 10-12 and 1-5, Thursday 1-4 and 5-8, Friday 1-5, and Saturday 10-2

Port Clements

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 3-8, Saturday 10-12 and 1-5

Sandspit

Tuesday 10-12 and 1-5, Wednesday 10-2, Thursday 1-4 and 5-8 Saturday 10-2

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Pollyanna or Perspective Possibilities?

Showing up for life - full on - means there will be people, places and things that will twang on our heart strings, put bothersome bees in our bonnets and/or take the wind right the heck out of our sails. Yes, there’s no denying it some of life’s colors are a downright drag.

And yet, as in the words of #1 bestselling author Dan Brown (The Da Vinci Code / The Lost Symbol), “Sometimes a change in perspective is all it takes to see the light.” When life has you under its thumb, maybe try giving one or more of these breaths of fresh air virtues a ponder:

Authenticity: true to one’s own personality, spirit or character, complements honesty and integrity and transcends low and/or falsified self-esteem. Gratitude: a feeling of appreciation or thanks, complements hope, joy and peace and transcends disappointment and pain. Unity: the quality or state of being

TOGETHER, complements harmony and love and transcends feeling alone.

Patience: the ability to wait for a long time without becoming annoyed or upset, complements determination and transcends frustration. Compassion: a sympathetic consciousness of others’

distress together with a desire to alleviate it, complements caring and understanding and transcends grief and judgement. Determination: a quality that makes you continue trying to do or achieve something that is difficult, complements commitment and tenacity and transcends complacency.

Joyfulness: feeling, causing or showing happiness, complements awe and good humor and transcends discontent and suffering. Moderation: the quality or state of being reasonable, complements diligence and responsibility and transcends obsession and overindulgence. Cooperation: a situation

EVERYONE

whereby works together to do something, complements teamwork and transcends defiance. Flexibility: willing to change or to try different things, complements understanding and transcends stubbornness. Integrity: the quality of being honest and fair, complements trust and transcends corruption and deceitfulness. Modesty: the quality of being not too proud or

ACHIEVES

confident about what one on one’s own, complements humility and transcends self-importance. Wonder: a feeling of admiration and amazement, complements creativity and imagination and transcends boredom. Tolerance: sympathy or patience for beliefs or practices differing from or conflicting with one’s own. Last, but nowhere near least, Love: a feeling of strong, constant affection, complements caring and forgiveness and

MORE than transcends fear.

Adaptation and Source: Virtues for Life (www.virtuesforlife.com); a website designed to inspire and coach people in the daily practice of virtues so that they can achieve their personal best and, consequently, lead a happier and more fulfilling life.

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All About Haida Gwaii Crossword

Across 4. The end of surf season is said to be when?

6. The Delkatla wildlife Sanctuary is located where?

8. Ran aground in 1928 12. Number of different species of native trees in BC 13. 2013 Edge Of The World musical headliners 16. Land masses surrounded by water 19. Arbutus trees have what color bark that peels in flakes 20. Beginning 21. Heartwood is this type of wood found at the center of a tree 22. The Haida word for dog 23. UNESCO World Heritage Site

Down 1. Oyster, Shaggy Mane, Hedgehogs 2. The Skidegate _____, team 3. The trail located 5km south of Port Clements 5. Round cones help identify this tree?

Millenni 7. Which lantern festival this December lit up the Millennium Park Trail?

9. Their name comes from the Achetes River in Sicily, where they were first found 10. The Dixon Entrance Maritime Museum was originally Masset’s first _____ built in 1914 11. The upper part of a tree with the branches is called the _____ 14. 4/10 native mammal species to the islands are 15. The Haida word for moon 17. The beach adjacent to north beach

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Horoscopes for January, 2017 Aries (March 20-April 19 Productivity is the word to describe your life at the moment, dearest Aries. What have you accomplished and how do you present this to the world?

Because the world does not want you to keep it to yourself.

Share for fun, share for purpose, share because it’s in everyone’s highest interest to do so.

Key Words: Dynamic, Designate, Bold

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) Remodel your home with dynamic paintings, unique furnishings or a new, vibrant color on your walls, dearest Libra. Or do anything that allows you some valuable home time while your intuitive juices flow. Right now, family time is the perfect time to create. Have a blast! Key Words: Clan, Inspired, Stylish

Taurus (April 19-May 20) You’ve had some challenges for the past few months, dear Taurus. Mostly they’ve been about what’s to come and the worrisome issues around that. Finally, it’s all come down to control. Who’s in charge of your feelings and happiness? You, of course! So stand up for change if it’s best for you… and own it!

Key Words: Believe, Expect, Navigate

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22 Juggle lots of balls and show me what you’ve got, dearest Scorpio. It’s rewarding when you have “too much” on your plate, but you still manage to successfully accomplish your goals. Let this flow over into various aspects of your life, becoming more productive and more focused because you choose to be. Key Words: Fine-Tune, Adjust, Engage

Gemini (May 20-June 21) Intimate relationships of all kinds are highlighting you now, dearest Gemini. Be it your family, your friends or your business partners, this is your opportunity to play well with others. It’s not the time to hole up in your room away from the interaction with other human beings. Not the time to go on a meditation retreat alone. Become emotionally involved with your loved ones again and move toward healing those relationships in real time. Key Words: Communicate, Appreciate, Fine-Tune

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) You aren’t typically a grounded, stable personality type, dearest Sagittarius, and frankly that’s what makes you so fun. But in the next few weeks I’m asking you to slow down, pay attention and cross all your P’s and Q’s. P’s are for patience and Q’s are the quiet solitude. Key Words: Fortitude, Calm, Stillness

Cancer (June 21-July 22) You have been thrown in the deep end of the pool and as you acclimatize, you see all your family, friends and colleagues. How does this make you feel?

Loved? Abandoned? Resentful? Or at peace? The answer to this question may show you what’s left to work on or to let go of. Key Words: Connection, Kinship, Merge Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) How you “dawn” on the world is now on the forefront of your heart and soul. What exactly do I mean, dear Leo? It’s obvious that you value the opinions of others. And it’s important to show love and support to your “family”, whether they are blood relatives or not. But don’t believe everything you hear from them. Honestly, you don’t need their approval, especially if their love is conditional. Key Words: Attitude, Acceptance, Attain

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) Since you are so production oriented, it’s difficult for you to drop the workaholic ball and enjoy the pleasures of life. But I’m giving you permission to do so.

Take a few deep breaths, let your shoulders drop and look around. Sometimes, isn’t life grand? Key Words: Creative, Playful, Cheers!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) Step through the looking glass into your life, dearest Capricorn. You’ve had enough time to evaluate the issues and think them through. Now make the move to do something about them. This is the obvious next step. Be brave!

Key Words: Spunk, Tenacity, Enterprising Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Let go of what your intellect tells you and get quiet enough to listen to your feelings. Breathe deep. Pay attention to the stillness. What is your next move? The one you take after listening to the wind, the trees and the earth. The one that demands that you get out of your head long enough to follow your feelings. Key Words: Sensitivity, Receptive, Peace Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Pay attention to your . thoughts, dearest Pisces. What have you hoped to achieve by now and what was your plan? Evaluate where you are in space.

What worked out stellar and what still needs some attention?

The answer to this question can give you the latest map to the journey of your life. Follow it! Key Words: Contemplate, Evaluate, Consideration Sage Advisor is a professional astrologer and has been since 2007. She is passionate about helping clients develop the tools of awareness and purpose for their lives.

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In the Home & Office

Furniture/Appliances/Electronics/Clothing(not kids or baby)/Jewelery/ Collectables/Books/Music/Computers and Computer Accessories/For Sale-Misc

Light Fixture. Light fixture - asking $25. Used, but no chips/cracks/damage. $25 Call Kristi at (250) 637-1967 or emailkristi@haidagwaii.ca 2 stereos for sale. Sony bookshelf stereo 3 disc CD player for $100. Sony mini stereo with CD player for $40. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Clip in. Natural Black curly clip in ponytail. $20 Call Bev at (778) 260-0059 or email bshannon60@hotmail.com Pioneer M-10X Stereo Power Amp. This is a nice little amplifier. Bought from a clean home a couple years ago and used lightly since. It is in very good shape. Most suitable for bookshelf or efficient speakers. Rated at 70 Watts into 8 Ohms and 100 Watts into 4 Ohms. These ratings seem to be conservative. The pictures are from the internet, but you will be able to see it before you purchase. I sold the speakers I was using it for, which is why I am selling the amp. The highest and lowest prices I found online are $280 and $197, but living on Haida Gwaii one would have to add another $50 for shipping. There is lots of info online if you google. Asking $180. Call Dave Crossley at (250) 559-8208 or email dcrossley@haidagwaii.net Men’s Adidas size 10. Never worn. $30 Call Sonia Rice at (250) 626-9049 or email sonia.rice6058@gmail.com

Dog ‘pee pads’. 49 no-track absorbent pads i.e. Pee pads Paid $36.65 plus tax at Richardson Ranch $30 Call Sonia Rice at (250) 636-9049 or email sonia.rice6058@gmail.com Epson Stylus - Photo 1280 Ink Jet Printer. Excellent Photo Premium Printer. Great value; paid over $899.00 Brand New - never out of the box! $250 Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com 30-06. Bolt action Remington 30-06. $400 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@amsltd.ca

Musket. Black powder .50 cal. $400 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@amsltd.ca Hot water tank. Used. 40 gallon hot water tank. Currently hooked up and working. Upgrading to a larger one. $100 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or emailaaron@amsltd.ca Proactiv set for Sale. Brand new in boxes. Includes skin smoothing exfoliator (177.4 ml), pore targeting solution (89 ml), and complexion perfecting hydrator (89 ml). $60 Call Maria at (250) 626-5236 or email maria_lyn_emerson@yahoo.com Homemade soap for sale. Melt and pour soap $7/each. Raspberry swirl soap, lavender soap, vanilla honey soap. Call Maria at (250) 626-5236 or email maria_lyn_emerson@yahoo.com So Much Stuff. I have a bunch of stuff for sale! Leather Recliner, $150. Amaryllis in tall terracotta pot, $100. Danby Bar Fridge, $200.

Cool Dinosaur Plant, $45. Wood and Glass Display Case, $75. Wooden jewelry box with 6 drawers, $80. Hercules 3 guitar performance stand, $80. Galveston Flying V electric guitar, $150. Banjo and acoustic guitar strings, make me an offer. Chromatic Instrument Tuners $10 each. Women’s Wetsuit light weight, $100. Art Prints, $20. Antique Singer Sewing Machine, $150. Call Stevie-Lynn at (250) 626-7128 or email themovingpicturegirls@gmail.com

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Mexican Sombrero and Poncho. $50 Call TERRY at (250) 637-1758 or email yrretct@gmail.com

Pre 1990 comics. Over 600 misc Spiderman and Marvel /DC comics I would Prefer to sell them all but if you’re a collector give me a call various Pics to follow Call BJ at (250) 5574606 or email badams@qcislands.net Laminate flooring. 4 boxes of slate grey Envy laminate flooring. Each box covers 17.65 square feet. Also a roll and a quarter roll of gold laminate foam underlay. $340. Call Lin Armstrong, E.D. at (250) 559-0014 or email gncorp1@gmail.com Huawei Mobile Broadband E372 internet key. Get internet anywhere there is cell service.

Comes with a booster antenna to increase range. $80 Call Jake Pattison at (250) 559-0053 or email jakepattison@hotmail.com Desk lamp. Will trade for cash or for a lamp that will fit on my headboard. $20 Call Karen Foerter at (250) 559-4255 or email karefoe@ qcislands.net Moonstone Gold Ring. A Crystal Cabin original -- size 7 carved moonstone gold ring. Proceeds of sale will go to the Animal Helpline. Thank you Cheryl! $400 Call Anne Marie at (250) 626-5126 or email tobeadragon@gmail.com Electric Heater. Well kept, working electric heater for sale. Asking $650 or a reasonable offer. Call Jean at (250) 626-3236 or email workbc-mass@hseds.ca Tupperware Cookie Canister - New. Cookie canister - $10. 9.5 “ x 3”. $10 Call Kristi at (250) 637-1967 or email kristi@haidagwaii.ca Hard to Find Breaker Box For Sale. Stabloc breaker box full of breakers for sale. This is a very hard to find item as they are no longer manufactured. $200 Call Manzanita Snow at (250) 557-8579 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Beds. These two single beds were used as spare beds for company and not used enough to warrant keeping them. One bed has a rolling metal frame; the other has a factory wood frame. Both Posture-Pedic and Spinal-Pedic mattresses were bought new, are spotless and in very good condition. Mattresses were over $400 each. $300 Call Steve at (250) 559-2353 or email ardev@qcislands.net Dresser and cabinet. $100 Call Aaron at (250) 637-1478 or email aaron@amsltd.ca Professional mixer 350 Watt. 5 x more power than kitchen mixer. 3 years old, barely used, purchase receipt present. $100 Call Robert at (941) 621-6076 or email robkybu@gmail.com Sketcher Memory-foam sandals - Ladies 8. Excellent used condition - Only worn inside a couple of times. Comfy memory foam insole with Cork bottoms (similar to a Birk but much more cushion). Adjustable black suede cotton lined straps. The perfect inside shoes for those uncarpeted floors! Paid $85, asking $60. Call Cathy Camp at (250) 626-7734 or email gumboot@massett.ca Two Woodstoves For Sale. First is a Napolean 1100ML EPA woodstove, black cast door, $1,782. Second is a Napoleon 1450 EPA woodstove, black cast door, $1,819. Call Mark at (250) 559-4501 or email baggaley@ qcislands.net Mirrors. Picture frame mirror $35. Round 3 mirror set $25. Square 5 mirror set $20. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@ gmail.com Baffin boots size 11. Nearly new Baffin rubber boots. They are the kind with the light yellow sole. Slightly too small for me. $100 at Meegan’s. $50 Call Jake Pattison at (250) 559-0053 or email jakepattison@hotmail.com

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TV stands. $40 each OBO. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com 5 String Schecter Bass. Diamond Series ‘Hellraiser’. Brand new with case. List price is $1400; asking $800 or best offer! Call Ron at (250) 559-8191 or email ronsouza@qcislands.net Vintage Laura Ashley Party Dress. Gorgeous 1980s Laura Ashley strapless party dress. Two tier green taffeta with black velvet top. Size 14, worn once and stored in a garment bag. All proceeds from sale go to the Masset Animal Helpline. $50 Call Anne Marie at (250) 626-5126 or email dragon@mhtv.ca 2005-06 Upper Deck BLACK DIAMOND NHL Hockey Factory Sealed Box. 5 cards per pack x 25 packs per box. Averaging 2 jersey cards per box and 4 rookie cards. Asking $175 per box. Three boxes available. Call Kristi at (250) 637-1967 or email kristi@haidagwaii.ca Freezer. Apartment size freezer. $250 Call Shirley Smith at (250) 626-6051 or email Barbara.Sly@northernhealth.ca Record player. An antique looking record player for sale – red in color and has built in speakers. Works great and is still in brand new shape. $125 Call Darlene at (250) 559-9034 or email bondd06@hotmail.com Kitchen table with four chairs. Kitchen table has an additional leaf with four wooden chairs. $250 Call Shirley Smith at (250) 626-6051 or email Barbara.Sly@northernhealth.ca iPod. A blue iPod with red charging dock – speakers are removable and can be put anywhere in the home to listen to. $150 Call Darlene at (250) 559-9034 or email bondd06@hotmail.com Portable voice amplifier. Do you have trouble making your voice heard? This device can help. A collar microphone attaches to an amplifier that you can wear on a belt around your waist. For more info, go to chattervox.com. Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com Living room furniture. Sofa and loveseat in excellent condition $800. Lamps $40. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Seeking office space in or around Masset. I would like the space to be clean and comfortable. I am willing to do some small upgrades if necessary. I don’t need much room - 200 square feet would do. I need a private entrance. Thank you. Call Meghan Wallace at (250) 433-7026 or email mwallace@meghanwallacelaw.com

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Silver and Gold Raven Ring. Sterling silver and 14 carat gold Raven ring by artist Carmen Goetzen. Width 3/8”, size 7. Proceeds of sale will go to the Animal Helpline. Thank you Cheryl! $400 Call Anne Marie at (250) 626-5126 or email tobeadragon@gmail.com Table. Oak table 49” x 31” x 29”. Has a few minor scratches. $80 Call Colin at (250) 6267402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Bread box. $10 Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Inflatable beds. Columbia “Anywhere Bed” with electric pump $100.

Electric pump $40. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Fans. 2 - 12” Oscillating 3 speed fans $20. Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com New Genie Slim Panties 360 - XL 2 pack (1 black & 1 nude). New “As Seen On TV” Genie Slim Panties 360 size XL – fits pants size 12/14 goes by pant size. Tagless for superior comfort, form fitting with seamless construction. Soft and stretchy, machine washable. $50 email Grace at gracious59@hotmail.com Used hardware & lighting. Silver door handles: 5 passage, 4 privacy, 2 entrance. 8 sets of door hinges 3-1/2” 1 track light 28” 1 ceiling light 11” 10 white floor vents for 10” x 4” opening. $100 Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@gmail.com Wanted Tech Cable. 80 ft of #2 Tech Cable. Call Dave Prosser at (250) 624-1820 or email kmckinst@citywest.ca Video Games and Consoles. Selling a PS3 and XBOX 360 both with games although mostly PS3 games. Will sell XBOX 360 with games, controller, and headsets for $150. Will sell PS3 with games and two controllers for $200. Call Owen Jones at (250) 626-3431 or email oj@massett.ca Free printer. We have a working printer that we almost never use. Free to a good home if you can pick it up. Cannon Pixma IP 3000. Call James at (778) 260-0215 or email jamesmhiebert@gmail.com Oster Versa Blender 1100 Series. Brand new still wrapped in plastic shipping wrap. $160 Call Sonia Rice at (250) 626-9049 or email sonia. rice6058@gmail.com

In the Yard & Workshop

Garden Equipment and Supplies/Hobby Supplies/Tools/Building Materials/ Pet and Pet Supplies

Epoxy and carbon fiber. Mapewrap dry layup epoxy and carbon fiber. 13 gallons expoxy and 1 partila roll carbon fiber. $750 Call Joanne Perreault at (250) 301-3271 or email j.perreault@bouygues-construction.com Table Saw For Sale - Price Reduced! 10” Craftsman compound mitre cut-off saw. Brand new, still in the box. Was $400, now only $350! Call Ron at (250) 559-7790 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com ATV Snow Plow System for Sale - Brand New. Warn Standard Snow Plow System with bracket for Honda ATV includes kit & all pieces needed to attach to your ATV. Purchased brand new from Rocky’s for $600. All metal plow pieces, screws and winch still in plastic bags/boxes. Heavy duty, colour black with plow measuring 47.5 inches wide. To view, drop

by Crystal Cabin in Tlell from 12-5pm. Includes Honda bracket, but can fit any ATV with the purchase of additional bracket. $400 Call April Dutheil at (250) 557-4383 or email aprildutheil@gmail.com Greenhouse parts. Plastic parts used to connect glass to make a small greenhouse. $20 or best offer. Call Paul at (250) 984-8916 or email pkail@runbox.com

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Roofing Supplies. 16 packages of IKO Cambridge Ar dual gray architectural roofing shingles, (20 shingles per pack, 33sq’/pack) $300. 1 - 80foot roll plus partial roll (20-30’) of IKO Ice and Water Protector (36”width) $100. 5 cases of roofing nails for air gun nailer, various makes, 7200 nails per case $100. Or all for $450 Call Chris at (250) 557-4515 or email poschmannc@hotmail.com Pet carrier. Small pet carrier 20” l x 15” w x 16” h. $25 Call Alvin at (250) 559-8797 or email acober@qcislands.net Chainsaws. Husky 390xp & 394. Both in good working order and with minimal use on bar & chain. $450 Call Jason at (250) 557-2451 or email boxofox@yahoo.ca 26” wheels with axles. Bought these wheels from Lee Valley Tools. Have 8 of them, will sell altogether or in pairs. All are flat (I overloaded them...) so may need new tubes. Best offer. Call Shane at (250) 559-8807 or email pawsitivespin@gmail.com Engine Stand. Napa Engine stand with 1250lb capacity. Used once. Excellent condition. $100 Call TERRY at (250) 637-1758 or email yrretct@gmail.com

On the Road

In part or complete-Cars/Trucks/Vans/Campers/RV’s/ATV’s/Heavy Equipment

Trailer Tire. Brand new 175/80R13 $50 Call Remi at (250) 637-1326 or email remi. levesque@skidegate.ca Tires for Free. 2 X LT225/75R16 M + S BF Goodrich. Call Terry at (250) 559-4595 or email yrretct@gmail.com

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WEST END AUTO SALES

2007 Jeep Wrangler 4x4/107,000km/Stk#6180

$13,995

2013 Toyota Matrix Auto/70,900km/Stk#6174

SOLD!

2013 Dodge Journey AWD/159,000km/Stk#6144

$14,995

2010 Chevy Silverado 4x4/ 140,000km/Stk#6476

SOLD!

No Reasonable Offer Refused!

West End Auto Sales

605 Ocean view Drive, Queen Charlotte

250 559 4641

Or Toll Free 1 877 559 4641 Email:

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450 liter steel L shape sliptank. 450L rhino lined steel sliptank with GPI pump. Comes with three brand new replacement filters. Will consider trade for gun or kayak of equal value. $900 Email only_me23@msn.com 98 Chevy Astro. Have to let go of my van, unable to get it started. Has new starter, fuel pump, all season tires, wood bed and shelf in the back.

Under bed fits reg size toats for storage. Mint under the hood with a great engine! Electrical/starting issue...if you know Astro’s would be a great van with many miles to go if you can get it started, or many usable parts!

Make an offer! Call Devjeet at (250) 626-9154 or email devjeetsingh77@gmail.com Handy little truck! 2007 Chevrolet pick-up, 98,000km, one driver only. $7,500 Call Laura at (778) 260-0434 or email laura.dutheil@hotmail.com Winter Tires - 195/70R14 - used. Winterforce studded winter tires 5x100 bolt pattern 2 tires have only 1 winter of use. $225 Call Alvin at (250) 559-8797 or email acober@qcislands.net Nearly New Tires For Sale. Goodyear Wrangler SR/A. Goodyear’s best pickup truck tire for driving on paved roads with enhanced traction, optimized tire life and handling on wet roads - complimented by a quiet ride.

Size P265/70R17. Application All Terrain; Load Range; Standard Speed Rating 113R. Only 2770 kms on the tires! $600 Call Mitch at (250) 6371417 or email mitch@haidagwaii.ca Toyota air filter. Air filter fits Toyota trucks 1989-95; new in box. $10 Call George at (250) 559-7899 or email grstein@qcislands.net 89 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera. Nice comfy Oldsmobile. 154000 kms.

New starter, solenoid and a battery. Good tread on BFG tires. Driver’s window works but that’s about it (power windows). Selling for my Ma who bought it in Vancouver a couple months back. She just needed a sizeable car to haul all her stuff up here. $1000 Call Max at (250) 882-5798 or email wonderous_duck@hotmail.com Men’s Mountain Bike For Sale. Great Christmas Gift! One, Norco Katmandu mountain bike. Men’s. Brand new. Only ridden once about 1km! Frame is 22”, is better for a taller man. For more information on options, call Dale at 250-557-4235 $500 Call Dale at (250) 557-4235 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Tire sale. 4 new P245/65R17 (200KMS) Firestone Destination A/T tires off Jeep Cherokee. $175 each. Will mount and balance tires onto vehicle at TLC Automotice for $25. Call Kirk at (250) 626-3756 or email tlc@ mhtv.ca *REDUCED* 2014 Ascend Travel Trailer. By Evergreen - 20 Feet in length - Sleeps 3/4 - Fiberglass shell - Aluminum construction - Furnace & air conditioning - Queen size bed - Storage in the front and in the rear - Convection microwave w/two burner cook-top - Full bathroom (toilet/black water never used) - Double sink - Bluetooth stereo w/outdoor speakers - Power awning - Full size fridge - Dual propane tanks/batteries - Weight distribution hitch included Trailer only weighs 3000lbs, can be towed by an SUV. Open to offers. $14,000 Call Remi at (250) 637-1326 or email remi.levesque@skidegate.ca WANTED: Snow tires for Subaru Outback. Looking for 225/60R16 snow tires for my Subaru Outback. I have rims, so would be okay with just tires. Open to offers. Call Peter Moore at (778) 679-3821 or email pmoore@uvic.ca Wheel for trailer. Solid wheel. Includes clamp. Capacity 500 lbs. $25 Call Paul at (250) 9848916 or email pkail@runbox.com Pickup ties. 4 Bridgestone P275-55R20 M&S. $50 Call Dana at (250) 637-2271 or email tdl@qcislands.net

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2004 Subaru Impreza 2.5TS. 151000 km. 4 door hatchback, manual transmission, all wheel drive, great condition. Has winter tires on steel rims and includes summer tires on alloys. Well-maintained, regular oil changes, recently replaced timing belt, rear shocks and brakes. Great heater/defrost, really like the heated side mirrors! Nice Kenwood stereo with cd, aux and USB. Treated with environmentally friendly rust preventative undercoating. Great Haida Gwaii commuter. Sad to see it go but selling because I bought a truck. Call or text 637 1539 for more info and test drives. $6,000 Call Malcolm Hyatt at (250) 637-1539 or email malhyatt@gmail. com R 13 Michelin X-Ice winter tires. Very new, approx 90% tread life. Top of the line Michelin X-Ice Winter tires. Retail for $105 per tire off island. Set of 4, no rims $200. Sold the vehicle that fit these tires, so no longer need them. Fits older smaller cars. If your car has 13” rims then these tires will fit for sure. $200 Call Ross at (250) 626-7669 or email Rosshayes.mail@ gmail.com Dodge Grand Caravan. Year 2006 km 185’000 dark blue. Bargain price $ 2300. Please send your cell number on my email. I will contact you asap. Call Robert at (941) 621-6076 or email robkybu@gmail.com Winter Tires - 195/60R15 - used. Winter Quest studded winter tires 4x108 bolt pattern (off Ford). $175 Call Alvin at (250) 559-8797 or email acober@qcislands.net Wheel for trailer. Solid wheel. Includes clamp. Capacity 500 lbs. $25 Call Paul at (250) 9848916 or email pkail@runbox.com

On the Water

In part or complete-Power Boats/Sail Boats

Wetsuit for Sale. Lightly used Xcel Infinity Drylock 4/3 wetsuit for sale.

Excellent condition. Size: Large/Tall. Mexican blanket not included. $300 Call Mark at (250) 637-1529 or email m.a.spoljaric@gmail.com Lowrance portable fish finder. Great for small boats and large boats. $95 Call Karen Foerter at (250) 559-4255 or email karefoe@qcislands.net

Outboard dolly/stand. Outboard dolly/stand. Bought last year and used about three times. $40 Call Paul at (250) 984-8916 or email pkail@runbox.com Stolen stuff...reward for info. My beloved kayak and the outboard for my beater skiff were stolen earlier this fall from the Nadu river mouth on Masset inlet. They’ve been there for six or seven years with no issues, but it seems like someone finally decided they need them more than I do. The kayak is fibreglass, Greenland style with high bow and stern- no rudder.

Screw-on hatch covers. The boat motor is an old beater Johnson my kid and I used to get out camping in the inlet with. I’m not so worried about the boat motor- it’s easier to replace than my kayak is. If anyone has seen anything or knows anything about this stuff please get in touch - no questions asked. I’ll offer whatever money I can scrape together at the time, as a reward- should be at least a couple hundred dollars. Thanks. Call Tyson at (778) 871-7817 or email Juskatla@gmail.com Dickinson diesel cook stove - marine. Like new. Complete with chimney components, oil filter, fuel line and additional welded aluminum pot-holder base included. $1600 Call Sherry Johnsson at (250) 637-2370 or email johnssons@shaw.ca 30 Gallon welded aluminum fuel tank with brackets for marine. Fuel tank for marine stove. $300 Call Sherry Johnsson at (250) 637-2370 or email johnssons@shaw.ca Mercury Bravo 2 propeller. New propeller. $500 Call Sherry Johnsson at (250) 637-2370 or email johnssons@shaw.ca Bravo 2 Inboard/Outboard Leg. Good condition but needs gimbal yoke. $750 Call Sherry Johnsson at (250) 637-2370 or email johnssons@shaw.ca

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Kids Zone

From infants to toddlers-Clothing/Toys/Books/Games

Playstand. Locally made solid wood playstand. This was donated to the Child Center Playschool by a local craftsperson as a fundraiser for us.

New price!! $600 OBO. We use ours daily and the kids love it! Similar to these catalogue pics. If interested and to view call Sarah at (250) 5598338 or email qcchildcentre@gmail.com Rubber mats. 24” x 24” connecting rubber mats. 2 red, 2 blue, 2 green, 2 yellow. $20 Call Colin at (250) 626-7402 or email cmcsmcdonald9@ gmail.com

Wanted

Miscellaneous Wanted Items/Lost/Found/ Wanted Information/Real Estate

House Fire Furniture Replenishment. Wanted: kitchen table and chairs, dressers, recliner, rocking chair and kitchen hutch. Affordable pricing please. Call Jonathan Hershberger at (250) 557-4588 or email info@ haidagwaiitrader.com Camper. Wanting to buy a camper to fit a 07 f250 6.5 box. Phone with what you have and price. Call Jason at (250) 559-7793 or email Jmurphy@qcislands.net Have a positive message to share? Calling all inspirers, life enthusiasts, creators & people with a positive message to be part of our after hours evening Tlell Talks. Contact us at stay@haidagwaii.net to express your interest. Starting January 2016. Call April at (250) 557-4383 or email stay@ haidagwaii.net Stovepipe Piece Wanted. Looking for a 6” roof collar/jack for a 6” stovepipe. Do you have one kicking around you might sell? Call Pete at (250) 557-4205 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com ISO Rental. Mature, non-smoking, non-partying, non-pet couple looking for a long-term, permanent rental in Masset area (open to Masset to Tlell area). Prefer unfurnished, with 2bedrooms (not closed minded to one though). We are interested to hear what anyone has available now or coming available in the next few months. Appreciate any information. Please email, text, or call us. Thank you Call JB at (250) 847-4222 or email JB.maintenanceandcleaning@gmail.com Need 3” pellet stove pipe. Looking for a T and some straight pipe. A 90 bend would be ok too. I’ll probably take whatever you got - thanks! Call Ross at (250) 637-1855 or email granola@granolaboy.net WANTED FOR SPARE PARTS. Hi I’m looking for parts for my Husqvarna 2101 and 266 chainsaws. If you have any bits and pieces you no longer require I am interested. Call Rolf Bettner at (250) 559-8877 or email fotogwaii@hotmail.com Log tongs. Ideally 32” or 36”. Call Colin at (250) 626-7631 or email colindoane@gmail.com White House paint Please! If you have any old cans of white paint that are even a little bit full I’ll take them, Thank you much! Call Alana at (647) 515-8903 or email alanaawwortsman@gmail.com Marine gas tank wanted. Looking for a Medium sized marine Gas tank. Used is fine, so long as the fittings aren’t damaged. Somewhere around 20 liters would be ideal. Thanks, Kieran. Call Kieran at (250) 637-1310 or email riparian.banks@gmail.com Washing machine wanted. Looking for a used washer for sale. Email only_me23@msn.com Upholsterer? Wanted. We have a 1970’s camper that needs it’s cushions reupholstered.

Is there anyone local that does this kind of work? Call Anne at (250) 557-2451 or email abarnes@haidagwaii.net Wanted - Short Term Rental. I’m looking for a short term rental in the Port Clements, Tow Hill or Tlell area with a minimum of three bedrooms for six or seven weeks starting in mid-January. Thanks in advance! Call Josh at (250) 266-1987 or email captjosh@mac.com

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Wanted Guitar Capo. Please text/email to contact Call Lana at (250) 469-4547 or email lana.greengirl@gmail.com 5th wheel hitch. Looking for a used 5th wheel hitch and mounting kit for 05 Dodge. $3500 Call Cody at (250) 557-8584 or email cbwaller@live.ca Donation for Standing Rock. Do you have extra boots, blankets, warm clothing? I am collecting donations for the Water Protectors at the Oceti Sakowin camp to aid with their winterization process. You can read about their full list of needs on the Facebook event page or through their website. Haw’aa!! Call Heidi at (306) 921-0267 or email heidi.l.brown@live.ca Looking for a Home. Hi, Clean, organized, handy (skilled renovator - willing to trade), looking for small house or cabin... location/condition not overly important, price very much so.

Call or text Brad N at (778) 870-1293 or email bradnychyporuk@yahoo.ca

Freebies

Anything that just needs a new home!

Xplornet Satellite Dish for free. I am no longer using the Satellite Dish anymore, so come pick it up! There is lots of hook up wire to go with it!

Call Stephany at (778) 260-8917 or email egypt319@gmail.com Retired milking goat. Free to a good home, retired milker, about 7 or 8 years old, still milking right now though her breeding days are behind her as she has had difficulties in birthing, my favorite goat, but there are too many and I am raising young ones, I want her to keep living her happy life as she is used to humans (and nice dogs) Selling Options: Free to a good home! Call Dominic at (250) 626-7896 or email visceralorbit@gmail.com

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Real Estate & Rentals

Residential, Commercial, Lots, For Rent, Rent to Own, Shared Accomodation

South Beach Dunes “SOUTH BEACH DUNES” is offering three beautiful exclusive oceanfront and seven upland acreage estates on the South Beach, on the north end of Haida Gwaii /Queen Charlottes. These are very special properties with exceptional beach and dune environment. South Beach Dunes offers exceptional value with prices for ocean front land well below anywhere else on the west coast of North America. Acreage sizes range from 4.64 acres and prices are from $40,000. If living in this unique environment appeals to you please contact us - there are a very limited number of properties of this caliber available for sale. For more details visit our Website - www.southbeachdunes.com Call 250 631-3055 or email vernonbyberg@gmail.com Yakoun River Inn MLS# N4507475 This local Pub and gathering spot is situated on the oceanfront in Port Clements on Graham Island in Haida Gwaii. Long established, popular with locals and visitors alike. 3,300 sqft building on a corner location, adjacent to government dock facilities, licensed for 100 patrons. Permitted uses also include lodging and adjacent properties can be available for anyone interested in expanding the business. MLS# N4507475 Price $337,500 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com SOLD! 35550A Hwy 16, Tlell 15 semi-oceanfront acres situated south of the Tlell River with easy access to excellent sand & gravel beaches. The property is mostly level, partially cleared with some nice forested areas, some slight rises & ocean views. 1968sqft custom designed 2storey home with 2bedrooms upstairs and living space down featuring exposed wood ceiling beams, large sandstone fireplace, oak flooring, maple counter tops, kitchen island & walk-in pantry. The home could use some TLC & updating. Outbuildings include: storage building, shed and chicken coop.

Drilled well. Septic. Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com Maude Island Retreat MAUDE ISLAND RETREAT - HAIDA GWAII Very special 17.5 acres, over 2,000 ft frontage on Skidegate Inlet - easy access to the west coast thru Skidegate Narrows. Log lodge accommodates 8, has 3 bdrm, 2 bath, lounge, dining room, patio, fire pit, hot tub, caretaker residence. Outbuildings and dock. BC’s ultimate private lodge location. Price $775,000 Call 604-664-7633 or email rich@landquest.com Best Value Beachcabins Secluded oceanfront/rainforest off-grid cabins, furnished and equipped kitchens, private parking. Call/Text Toni at 250626-5472 or email lotsafun@beachcabins.com Visit our website at www. beachcabins.com Price $90-120 per night.

DL847A Masset MLS# R2080908 160 acre property on the north-east end of Graham Island within the Naikoon Provincial Park. Mix of indigenous vegetation and water courses which meander throughout the property. This is a remote, rural acreage that is hike-in access only. Walking distance is approximately three miles from the end of Tow Hill Rd. There are no services. The Naikoon Provincial Park is an area of 72,640 hectares that takes in the entire northwest tip of Graham Island. Price $80,000 Call 250 286 3293 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com Ocean front home for sale! 1608 Delkatla St. Masset MLS#R2070936 Ocean front home. The patio off the dining area has a great view of the harbour, and the fisherman wharf ... beautiful view! The sauna is a wonderful feature especially after a day out fishing or crabbing on North Beach. This home has great potential for a B&B or guest home. Both main exterior doors are carved cedar...very nice touch! The main entrance is also done in cedar. Call Brian to view and for all your Real Estate needs. Your Only Local Realtor!! Cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $229,000

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Home for sale! 1829 Cedar Cr Masset MLS#N243672 Recently Reduced! This home is a great buy! Many recent renos. Newer metal roof, kitchen cupboards and counters, vinyl plank flooring in the living room and hallway, new vinyl windows (2012), oil tank, rug on the stairs, bathtub and enclosure, dehumidifier in the basement. Close to downtown and the marina. Fenced, private backyard. A must-see! Call Brian to view and for all your Real Estate needs! Toll free 866-303-5286 (local 250-6265286) or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $102,000 Home for sale! 1812 Alder Cr Masset MLS#R2106422 Reno has been done to open up between kitchen & living room. New furnace in 2015.

Nicely landscaped fenced back yard. Newer greenhouse & storage shed.

Includes appliances and window coverings. Newer light fixtures, laminate floors & tub surround. Partially finished basement. Clean, very well kept home. Call Brian to view or for all your Real Estate needs toll free 866303-5286 his cell 604-557-3597 or email him @ brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Your Only Local Realtor! Price $139000 Home for sale! Great buy! 2038 Pintail Cr Masset MLS#N238544 Clean well kept home in a quiet Crescent. Deck & backyard are very private, fenced with lots of trees! Wood stove can heat whole house with 2 yrs wood supply! Carbon monoxide alarm. Bedrooms each have cable, phone and fire alarms. Suite possible. Master bdrm has reading, workout room & large bathroom! 30+yr fiberglass shingles on house & garage 2010. 5 windows upstairs replaced 2010. Recently replaced hot water tank & sliding glass doors to back yard. A must see! Call Brian to view. Price $199,000 Call 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Ocean front Home for sale! 614-5th Ave Village of Queen Charlotte MLS#R2033372 Oceanfront 4 bdrm home with amazing ocean, mountain views & amazing sunsets! Garage 24’x12’ concrete floor. Wired wood shed 23’6x10, utility shed 6x6. Fruit trees. 26x16 sundeck with ocean view. Both bedrooms on 2nd floor have walk-in closets. Master bedroom has 2 walk-in closets and a 2 pc ensuite bathroom. Perfect family home. A must see! Call Brian to view toll free 866-303-5286 (local 250-626-5286) or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $289,000 Ocean view & River front acreage for sale!! Lot 2 Tow Hill Rd MLS#R2081395 Beauty acreage! River on one side of the property and an amazing ocean view on the other side! Coho fishing on your own property. Neighboring acreage has an artisan well with lots of clean good tasting water! Short drive to town (Masset). Treed, very private setting. A must see. MLS#R2081395 To view call Brian toll free 866-303-5286 his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Your Only Local Realtor! To view all Brian’s listing go to Royal LePage Prince Rupert web site. Price $129,000 DL834A Masset R2090133 Located on the north-east end of Graham Island within the Naikoon Provincial Park, this 160 acre property has a relatively level topography with a mix of indigenous vegetation, a small lake and water courses which meander throughout the property. This is a remote, rural acreage that is hike-in access only. Walking distance is approximately one mile in from Tow Hill Rd, two miles before Tow Hill.

Price $80,000 Call 1-888-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com SALE PENDING! Great Starter Home in Port Clements! Do you like to fish, hunt, hike, and/or camp? This might be the perfect home for you!

Close to the school, post office, library, Bayview Market and the beach!

Large workshop. Quiet and peaceful location in Port Clements, not a far drive to Tlell, Skidegate, Queen Charlotte or Masset. Great starter home for a young family. Lovely neighborhood. Call 250-557-2460 or email eaglec@qcislands.net

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House For Sale- Queen Charlotte one bedroom house in QC. Price $99,900 Call 250-637-1255 or email kross1211@hotmail.com

Income generating Apartment Reduced Price ! Three story apartment with three separate apartments. Two bedroom unit, one bedroom unit and bachelor unit. Steady tenancy with all units. Each unit has full bathroom and kitchen. Panoramic views of Bearskin Bay from 2 bedroom and bachelor units. Shared W/D area for all units to use. Contact seller for income specifics. Price $210,000 Call 778-895-2730 or email bshpak@hotmail.com Home and Acreage For Sale Newly renovated 3 bedroom home with 75 acres of timbered hillside and walking trails.

Property also includes newly renovated art studio with napolean stove as well as an ocean front cedar and wood interior cabin available for daily, weekly and monthly rent. The cabin has a small kitchen, loft, shower and bathroom, and uses a rainwater collection system and composting toilet with hydro. There are many beautiful ocean views on this property and private ocean frontage. Price $525,000 Call 778-260-0279 or email sheilakarrow@gmail.com SOLD! Inlet View Heritage Home 205 Bay Street, Queen Charlotte. 2 BR, 1 Bath (with 1918 cast iron bathtub).

2.5 storey home built in 1909. Bright, open concept on ground level. Unsurpassed views throughout home. Close to all amenities in beautiful downtown QC. 50’ x 100’ city lot on very good well water. Price is negotiable. Call 250 626 7443 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Beautiful Home in Lawn Hill with 9 Acres 4 acres of privately owned, beautiful, beach frontage located across the highway from where the home and another 5 acres are located. Many recent upgrades. Large, bright kitchen. Lots of cupboard space throughout the home. Separate laundry room. Dining area and living room. Fantastic view. Forest backdrop. Close to amenities and nature. 2 garages. Attached shop and root cellar. Electric and wood stove heat.

For more information call 250-559-7786 or 250-559-4637 or email: pescador@live.ca Price $360,000 Well loved Heritage Home in convenient location This well loved home located centrally in Queen Charlotte offers 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms a large garden with a chicken coup, wired shop and wood shed. Email jenndolen@hotmail. com for further information Price $240,000 Call 250 631.2215 or email jenndolen@hotmail.com

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2 BUILDING LOTS FOR SALE 605 2nd Ave includes 4 village services. Also includes 12 wide mobile home (2 bedroom), large work shop, small cabin, and trailer with addition (2 bedroom). Asking $130,000. Phone 250 559 7866 Rooms For Rent - Queen Charlotte Ocean/Mountain View Private Hotel Style Rooms, central location. Rooms include sitting area, 40inch flatscreen tv’, queen size pillowtop beds, full private bathroom, with shared full kitchen. $250 per week, or $600 per month, plus hydro. For more info email only to bjhowl55@gmail.com Unique Home For You (Former Church) Listing is for a former church converted to a home. Features vaulted ceiling on the main floor, lots of potential as a studio/gallery, or a church. Front porch provides view of Masset inlet. Has full kitchen and bathroom. 2nd bathroom plumbed in.

Footprint is 1486 sqft (per floor), plus a small attic. Concrete foundation.

Steel roof. Lots of potential here. Zoned US1, so you can live in it as well as have a part-time business. No reasonable offer refused. Call 1-778-8289165 or email oneeyein@gmail.com Price $135,000 One bedroom apartment Furnished, one bedroom apartment in Queen Charlotte. Price $700 Call 250-557-4788 or email turkey@haidagwaii.net Queen Charlotte Rancher Zoned Residential/Commercial, this 3-bdrm rancher with double garage provides plenty of opportunities for small business or expansion. Located in center of QC on a double lot with excellent ocean views. $269,000 250-637-1486 or email marilyn.wilkins@ outlook.com Price $269,000 Lots For Sale in Masset - Blowout sale! Two stunning Sanctuary View properties to choose from, with gorgeous summer sunsets. Priced to sell.

Call (250) 668-2578 or email daryl@acdcmechanicalconsulting.ca Room for Rent Small, bright room in cozy cottage overlooking garden with ocean views. Two enviro conscious roomies, philosopher kitty, and warm and positive atmosphere. The room comes with a single bed and dresser but open to change if you have your own furniture. Access to shed for bike/storage/workshop, parking, and veggie garden.$400 plus internet.

Please call or text Sarah. 250 637 1738 potsnpansino@yahoo.com 191 Bayview Drive, Port Clements MLS#2127730 This offering is for a residential oceanfront lot overlooking Masset Inlet in Port Clements.

Port, as the community is known, is a village of approx. 400 people centrally located on Graham Island, the largest island in Haida Gwaii on BC’s west coast. The community offers most amenities and services, as well as government dock and moorage facilities. It is ideally placed as a gateway to the varied recreational opportunities offered by Haida Gwaii.

This 0.25 acre lot is relatively level with 66.27ft of walk-on waterfront.

City services are available at the lot line. The property offers sweeping views across the Masset Inlet. Access to the Queen Charlotte Islands is by ferry from Prince Rupert on the BC mainland, by air from Vancouver to Sandspit and by air from Prince Rupert to Sandspit. Chartering of private planes or boats is also an option. Price $69,000 Call 1-800-286-1932 or email edhandja@bcoceanfront.com For Sale: 18 Acres - Park and Ocean Property! 18 acres In Port Clements. The west side runs 700 feet along Bayview Drive, the east side borders the Port Clements Community Park. Beautiful greenscape, very private yet close to school, post office, library and grocery store. Minutes away from exceptional hunting, fishing, firewood, and all the wilderness has to offer. Water and sewer available. Sub dividable or leave as is. Potential amazing view of the ocean with spectacular sunsets. Some timber.

Price $150,000 Call 250-557-4421 or email ccbeachy@gmail.com Skidegate Landing 3 Bedroom rental with a great view! Spacious, partially furnished, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ground level suite in Skidegate Landing. Amazing view. $1200 per month-includes heat and utilities.

Please leave a message at 250-637-1348.

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Oceanfront Acreage for Sale! 1980 Marwell Rd Oceanfront 6+ acres minutes out of Masset. Shed/cabin 12’x24’ on site. Two beautiful ocean view building sites. Very private. Amazing sunsets & beach! Call Brian toll free 866-303-5286 or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@ royallepage.ca. MLS#R2091751 Price $175,000 Vacant Lot For Sale! Fully serviced 60’x 120’ cleared lot located at 2129 Teal Blvd Masset. This lot is ready to build on. It is located close to the Delkatla Bird Sanctuary in a very quiet area of town. It is already fenced in on 1 side and the back and has a buffer tree line on the other side. Great buy!! Ask $29,900 OBO. Owner is open to serious inquires - email: rollie@mhtv.ca or rollie@bellaliant.net or phone 709 243 2488 or cell phone at 709 458 8811.

Riverfront Acreage for Sale! Great Buy! 355 Sangan Dr Masset Rural MLS#R2031108 Riverfront property on 2.018 acres. Partially built home; built to lock up 2010. Tenant live in the cottage on property. Beautiful property, Coho run is awesome in this river. 12x16 power shack, 200 amp service. Chicken coop. Great potential. Perfect place to raise a family. A must-see!! Call to view!! Call Brian to view or for all your Real Estate needs on Haida Gwaii. Toll free 1-866-303-5286 or his cell @ 604-5573597 Or email him @ brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Your Only Local Realtor! Price $179,000 River Front Acreage for Sale! 9226 Tow Hill Rd MLS#R2021211 Nice riverfront acreage(2.65 acres). 15 minutes from Masset. World-class Coho fishing on the Sangan River! 10-minute walk to the beach. Surrounding properties have good water. Property is treed. Hydro at lot line.

Good building sites. A must-see! Call Brian to view 250-626-5286 or his cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca. Your Only Local Realtor! Price $134,000 Home for sale! 1610 Spruce Cr Masset MLS#R2096889 Newer high end renos complete. Bay window in living room. 100 amp service. Newer tile floor upstairs. Newer windows & hot water tank. New fuel tank (painted for weather protection). New lights. Fully furnished. Newer appliances. Kitchen fully equipped. Open concept, lots of cupboard space. New bathrooms. Basement has rec room w/new flooring, laundry room, storage room, and laundry room. Call Brian to view cell 604-557-3597 or home 250-626-5286 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Website: brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $150,000 Home for sale! 2015 Fir Cr, Masset MLS#R2070844 Clean well kept home. Metal roof. Quiet cul-de-sac. Close to town/schools. Great starter home or recreation home...fishing / beachcombing/exploring Haida Gwaii.

Call Brian to view for all your on island Realtor needs! Toll free 1-866303-5286 or on my cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Website: brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Price $79,000 Newly Renovated Home For Sale! Located at 2135 Teal Blvd, Masset. 5 Beds, 2 Baths, 8 Appliances, Separate Laundry Rm and Family Rm. This furnished house has recent upgrades with Laminate flooring, New Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops, New Bath fixtures and Tub, along with a fully chain link fenced in back yard, two out sheds and more. Recently reduced price and owner is motivated to sell. Adjacent vacant lot also available for sale, either separate or included with house. A must see. Owner is open to serious inquires - email: rollie@bellaliant.net or phone 709 243 2488 or cell phone at 709 458 8811. Price $139,900 One bedroom apartment Queen Charlotte Furnished one bedroom apartment in downtown Queen Charlotte, next to hospital and Sea Raven motel. $650/month. Rent includes utilities and cable TV. Laundry room in building. No smoking, no pets. Contact Don 250-557-4788 or turkey@ haidagwaii.net

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Home for Sale! 1812 Alder Cr, Masset. MLS#R2106422 Reno has been done to open up between kitchen & living room. New furnace in 2015.

Nicely landscaped fenced back yard. Newer greenhouse & storage shed.

Includes appliances and window coverings. Newer light fixtures, laminate floors & tub surround. Partially finished basement. Clean, very well kept home. R2106422 Call Brian to view & for all your Realtor needs - Your only on Island Realtor - toll free at 1-866-303-5286 or on my cell 604-557-3597 or email brianbussiere@royallepage.ca Website: brianbussiere@royallepage Price $139,000

Employment & Training

Help Wanted/Work Wanted/Businesses for Sale/Business Opportunities/ Education/Opportunities/Training Programs or Seminars

Early Childhood Educator Staff. The Haida Gwaii Society for Community Peace is seeking qualified applicants for Early Childhood Educator staff for a combination of part-time positions at the Little Doves Daycare.

For complete job descriptions please visit our website at www.hgpeace. ca/. Qualifications: Current ECE certification preferred, ECE experience preferred. Looking for energetic, responsible applicants with a strong work ethic and a caring and accepting attitude. Will consider applicants with an interest in ECE who are working toward their ECE certification.

Rate of Pay: Wages will be based on education and experience. Hours: Flexible, part-time with the potential for full-time if desired. To be considered, please submit cover letter, resume and 3 current job references. Call Brenda Byberg at (250) 626-4664 or email aa.hgspeace@mhtv.ca Need training? Looking for work? Need an employee? Visit our Hecate Strait Office; We work to assist community members in achieving their employment needs and provide an array of WorkBC programs!

Our weekly workshops can help you hone your work search skills. Each location has a resource centre equipped to service you to in your work search! Make an appointment with one of our Case Managers at either location, and let us help and assist you in your job pursuit! Masset Office: 250.626.3236 Queen Charlotte Office: 250.559.0049 Call HSEDS at (250) 626-3236 or email workbc-mass@hseds.ca Offering my services. I am looking for work for the winter & spring. I have experience and interest in working casually in the following areas: - home care - assistance in building projects - chair massage - gardening cooking/catering - cleaning - grant writing - office work (including basic accounting) - driving (cars or vans) - translation (English/French/Spanish) - proof reading - nannying - customer service I will be living in Queen Charlotte but am available to work all over the island. I am equipped to work from home but am flexible to work elsewhere as well. I am fully mobile. Only looking for part-time, casual work contracts. Call Jamie Mcdonald at (514) 238-7953 or email planetjamie@yahoo.ca Store Clerk. Howlers Private Liquor Store is accepting applications for Day Time Store Clerks. Possibly an occasional evening shift. Applicant must be willing and capable of doing all duties pertaining to the Job, including, but not limited to: Freight, Inventory, Stocking, Cash Handling and Cash Register operation, possible programming, Customer Service, Reports, and basic general operation and day to day tidying and organizing of Store. Apply with resume. Call Bernie or Shari at (250) 559-8600 or email howle@qcislands.net Business For Sale: La Belle Cosmetics Includes all inventory and displays. $55,000 Call Claudette at 250-559-8646 or email labellecosmetics@hotmail.com

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Executive Director Job Posting. Executive Director – Gwaalagaa Naay Corporation Gwaalagaa Naay Corporation (GNC) is the economic development corporation owned by the Skidegate Band Council, and governed by a Board of Directors. This Corporation is located on Haida Gwaii (Queen Charlotte Islands). Under the direction of the GNC Board of Directors the responsibilities and tasks of the Executive Director are: to act as spokesperson for the Corporation; to represent the Corporation at meetings, conferences, seminars and other public functions as well as in its dealings with various agencies and organizations; to supervise GNC staff members and the Managers of all corporate-owned companies; to plan, organize, direct and control the Corporation’s various activities; and to manage the various businesses: the entire Haida Heritage Centre, sports fishing charter company, gas station, industrial site, and commercial rental units. GNC is developing businesses opportunities in the tourism, aquaculture and forestry sectors, and is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and energetic leader who will be responsible for managing existing businesses and seeking new business opportunities. Reporting to the Board, the Executive Director will provide leadership and direction in enterprise development, formalize marketing strategies, and continue to build on the existing strategic relationships while establishing new ones. Position requirements: Education in the field of management, business administration, human resources or equivalent experience or similar credentials with over five (5) years of proven management experience. Experience with: finance and budgeting; managing personnel & developing and implementing strategic business plans; raising capital in both debt, equity and grant programs; working with or within government environments; building strong community and corporate partnerships and coalitions; excellent writing and communications skills; technology and Mac computer use; proven judgment, tact, discretion and diplomacy; working with Boards of Directors; and knowledge of governance structures of Haida culture and Haida Gwaii. A more complete list of the positions responsibilities available upon request. Salary to be negotiated. Please send resumes including three (3) references to gncorp1@gmail.com, or fax to 250-559-0013. Attention: Lin Armstrong. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Closing date: January 19, 2017 at 4 p.m. or until the position is filled. Call Lin Armstrong, E.D. at (250) 559-0014 or email gncorp1@gmail.com Business Opportunity. Are you interested in starting your own air bnb, or satellite b and b? We are interested in leasing out a floor with 5 rooms and a common kitchen space. Great opportunity for someone who’s a go-getter and wanting to get started in the tourist industry, run your own biz and grow. Central Queen Charlotte location, great views. With all the advertising and word out on Haida Gwaii now is the time to get in on this!

Or even stick with monthly rentals, currently there are two anchor tenants, we are open to ideas for the right person. for more info email only: bjhowl55@gmail.com

Community Service Listings Not For Profit Groups/Organizations/Societies

Hall For Rent. The Port Clements Community Hall is available for rentals. Located mid-island it is a great place to hold your event, be it a meeting, wedding, concert or any other function. Our hall has a full kitchen and Bar area and can host up to 150 persons. For booking please call Brock Storry @ 250-557-4313 and leave us a message or email info@ haidagwaiitrader.com Fall/ Winter hours. Visitor Services, the best selection of gifts and local art on island - open fall hours - Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Call Maureen Weddell at (250) 559-8316 or email info@qcinfo.ca

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Queen Charlotte Community Hall Rentals. The Queen Charlotte Community Hall located on Bay Street, has the EA Ross room (meeting room that seats up to 70 people), mail hall, stage and kitchen-all available for rent. Also available for rent are: * wooden tables ($5 each per day) * wooden chairs ($1 each per day) * a complete place setting for 225 people * water goblets & wine glasses * cups & cutlery * white & black linen tablecloths, etc. The kitchen is also available to rent on a daily basis for prepping for larger events. For more information, call Reine Pineault at 250-559-4792or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Saahlinda Naay ~ Saving Things House Haida Gwaii Museum. The Haida Gwaii Museum plays an important role in making arts and heritage more accessible and raising awareness of the importance of heritage and history on Haida Gwaii. Through our collections, the museum acquires, preserves and presents objects, archeological artifacts, art works and settler material culture all connected to the human and natural history of Haida Gwaii. We house a unique and comprehensive collection of historical and post-contact archival materials, made accessible to the public within a setting that evokes the community identities of both Haida and settler communities on Haida Gwaii. Our collection includes ancestral and contemporary Haida works, both utilitarian and ceremonial, settler pieces, audio recordings of Haida songs, histories and stories as given by Haida elders in both Haida and English languages, and a plethora of photographs. Memberships to the Museum are available through the gift shop.

Membership allows access to the museum free for one year, 10% discount on regularly priced items in the gift shop, notification of special events and exhibits featured at the Museum. Regular Annual Membership - $30, Senior Annual Membership (65+) - $10, Family Annual Membership - $40, Lifetime Membership - $250. Please call the museum gift shop at (250) 559 4643 or email museum@haidagwaii.net. Check us out on Facebook! .22 Shoot. Everyone is welcome! Our next event is a .22 shoot on Sunday, February 19th from 2-4pm. Bring your own gun or try one of ours! The Port Clements Rod and Gun Club is a community-based club supporting local hunting and fishing interests. Members and guests welcome! Located on Juskatla Road (5 km Southwest of PC). Questions? Comments? Call Ron at (250) 557-4255 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com Tai Chi Classes Haida Gwaii. Start a path of training intended to develop a body that is strong & supple, a mind that is clear & calm. Village of Queen Charlotte 250-559-8252, 250-631-9160 Tlell 250-557-9362 Sandspit 250-637-5463 Our Aims and Objectives assure everyone receives the same quality of instruction and dedicated leadership. They are: To make the Taoist Tai Chi arts available to all. To promote the Taoist Concept of Health through practice of the Taoist arts. To promote cultural exchange.

To help others. Call Beatie Maxen at (250) 631-9160 or email wendy@ xplornet.com Port Clements Historical Society. Museum is open Sat & Sun 2PM to 4PM. Admission $4 for adults, seniors & teens; free for members & children 12 & under. Browse the photo albums, admire the gigantic machines, and be amazed by how it was. 45 Bayview Drive, Port Clements. We will open up if you ask - e-mail pcmuseum@qcislands.ca two or three weeks in advance to arrange a special opening, or fax 250-557-4576 when the museum is closed. For more information, call Museum Attendant at (250) 557-4576 or email pcmuseum@qcislands.ca Buyer/Seller Beware! If you ever receive an email response to any of your HGT classified ads that look very odd, are written with very poor English or ask you for personal information or pre-payment, DO NOT RESPOND and forward the email to HGT at info@haidagwaiitrader.com

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Major Contributions Deadline January 27th, 2017. Major Contributions Grant for 2017 Application deadline: January 27th, 2017 2017 Budget: $650,000 Apply online at www.gwaiitrust.com The Major Contributions Grant provides funding for key priority areas,including but not limited to: basic infrastructure, economic development initiatives, recreational infrastructure, transportation, emergency planning and green energy initiatives. Full details on the grant can be found at www. gwaiitrust.com. Please contact Chief Operations Officer, Carla Lutner at carla.lutner@gwaiitrust.com if you would like further information.

At Your Service

Business Services/Business Products

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Last Minute Ads

Too late to fit into their respective categories but squeaked in before we went to print!

Wanted Lawn and garden equipment: lawn mower, weed wacker, splitting maul, etc. Don’t mind doing repairs if needed. Also looking for a freezer. Also, used, exterior or interior doors and vinyl clad windows. Decent condition only please. Call Joel Horst at 250-557-4589 Masset Inlet Ocean View 3 Bedroom House This beautiful home in the heart of masset is a rare gem to come up for sale. It has a beautiful ocean view of masset inlet. 3 bedrooms upstairs with wood floors, woodstove, wood fireplace, clawfoot tub, sliding glass door out to a deck looking at the water. Big yard and a basement with a 1-2 bedroom apartment and a workshop. New metal roof, cedar siding, Timber frame covered porch wrapped around half the house. Oil furnace is set up but heat for the upstairs is entirely from a beautiful blazeking woodstove. A block from downtown masset and very quiet besides the many Eagles outside your bedroom window This is a wonderful home to raise a family and it provides a location for kids to easily walk to school. It has a greenhouse and a beautiful hand made wood fired sauna in the yard. If you’re looking for a family home in masset this is a wonderful opportunity. Price $275,000 Call Yabo at 250-661-5368 or email yabogwaii@yahoo.ca Wanted to Buy Convection oven or range with convection oven. Call 250-557-4569 Asus laptop. It is a Asus U43F (Bamboo). Specification: 14in led wide screen format 1366 x 768 Display i5 450M Processor 2.26 G Hz 4GB RAM 640GB Hard Drive DVD+/-RW Drive 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, LAN Front Camera 2 USB 2.0 1 USB 3.0 HDMI port Multi card reader Windows 8 Come with Installation Disc and Product Key. Not very speedy by today’s standard. Good enough for everyday’s use. Cannot be upgraded to Windows 8.1 or Windows 10. Battery still holds charge. The DVD drive face plate is not original A small piece of plastic is missing from the side. $250 Call sam at (250) 637-5653 or email purplesolution@gmail.com Anvil. Looking for an anvil Call Michl Koenig at (250) 626-6099 or email northbeachmichl@gmail.com

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HG Trader Community Calendar January 2017 Do you have an event you want to advertise?

Go to www.haidagwaiitrader.com and post your event free of charge!

Port Clements

the Village of Port Clements Council to discuss our Haida Gwaii operations.

This meeting is open to the public. This 1 hr meeting will focus on who BC Timber Sales is, how we operate on the Haida Gwaii land base, and our upcoming 2 year development plan. For more information contact Erica Reid at 250-559-6231 or Erica.R.Reid@gov.bc.ca

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a body that is strong and supple,a mind that is clear and calm. For more information contact Gene Hainstock at 250-637-5463 or wendy@xplornet.com or www.taoist.org

Island Wide

Come out and join our firefighting team! For more information contact Craig Beachy at 250-557-4421 or ccbeacy@gmail.com

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chat. Start a path of training intended to develop a body that is strong and supple,a mind that is clear and calm. For more information contact Charlie Pearson at 250-559-8252 or wendy@xplornet.com or www.taoist.org

(with Robert Vogstad) - Comedy Improv performed by Drama Club - Scenes from “Look Me in the Eye” performed by Drama Club Funds raised support the GKNSS Drama Club’s performance at NW Zone Theatre Festival in Terrace (Feb 28-Mar 4). $5 Community $2 Student $2 Child Concessions & 50/50 Draw. For more information contact Tom Kertes at (250) 559-8822 or tkertes@sd50.bc.ca

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HAIDA GWAII LOCAL FOODS PROJECT Business Plan Bootcamp!

For farm, food and farmers’ market businesses

Enhance your farm business with this intensive two-day business planning bootcamp. This workshop features information, case studies, and hands-on exercises to help you create a draft business plan. Learn how to create a strategy for customers, marketing, financials and more.

The workshop is facilitated by Jillian Merrick of Jillenium Consulting. Jillian has over six years of experience coaching small food and farm businesses in Northern BC. She draws upon a wealth of knowledge in the government, small business and non-profit sectors and creates a dynamic learning experience through stories, examples and hands-on exercises.

DATE: January 28 & 29, 2017 TIME: 10am – 5pm LOCATION: Tlell Firehall COST: Free, including lunch REGISTER: ruth@haidagwaii.net HOSTED BY: Graham Island East Coast Farmers’ Institute FUNDED BY: Misty Isles Economic Development and Growing Forward 2 T

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Also: Queen Charlotte Farmers’ Market and Moresby Market Thank you HGLFP sponsors! To become a sponsor or for more info call 250-557-2088 or email info@haidagwaiitrader.com