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J.R. RardonGazette editorPORT McNEILL—Having

just announced an historic Memorandum of Understanding which brings dual-credit cours-es to North Island Secondary Schools through North Island

College, School District 85 Superintendent Scott Benwell shared a second MOU that is currently providing access to a Criminology 101 dual-credit course.

“We’ve partnered with SD84, Vancouver Island West, and

SD69, Qualicum-Parksville, because we’re some of the smaller school districts in North Island College’s service area, and

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Aidan O’TooleGazette staff PORT ALICE—Employees of

Neucel Specialty Cellulose are facing a bleak Christmas as the

company announced a two-month shutdown to begin next week, cit-ing a depressed market and reli-ability issues.

“It couldn’t have come at a worse

time,” said Port Alice councillor Dave Stewart, “especially coming up to Christmas. I know there’s many employees living cheque-to-cheque, they’re going to have a

tough time — two months is a long time to wait for a paycheque.”

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Area ‘C’ Director candidates

My name is Pat Horgan and I want to be the next Area C director. I have lived in Area C — Nimpkish Heights — for more than 20 years. In my time here, I have served my community as a representative on the Advisory Planning Committee, chair of the Board of Variance, and a director on the board for North Island College. Currently, I work at North Island Crisis and Counselling Society and connect with people from all communities within Area C. These expe-riences have allowed me the opportunity to both hear the con-cerns and participate in the possible reso-lutions for our com-

munity members. To problem solve,

c o m m u n i c a t i o n is key. I believe c o m m u n i c a t i o n is my strength. C o m m u n i c a t i o n needs to flow from the Regional District out to the areas. This way, all of our citi-zens will hear and know current issues and how those issues may impact on their lives. Another important part of communication is advocacy. The role

of the Area C direc-tor should certainly include taking citi-zens’ concerns to the regional board table.

We live in a very diverse area. Area C includes Quatsino, Coal Harbour, Tsulquate, Fort Rupert, Victoria Lake, Hyde Creek, and Nimpkish Heights. The area C representative needs to be prepared to visit, connect, hear and then represent each of the com-munities in Area C. I am prepared to make those connec-tions and commit to regular communica-tion and representa-tion at the regional board. I hope I have earned your support and you will elect me as your next Area C representative.

Hello Area C:It has been an

honour being your representative at the Regional District. Area C encompasses seven communities — being director of this broad area has meant learning to listen and letting the communities lead as they know best what they need. I believe it is not my job to promise you things I think you might want, or that I want, but to listen to and act on your desires.

If re-elected I will continue to fight for rural inter-ests; For example, if the amalgama-tion of Hyde Creek into Port McNeill is raised again I will fight to make sure there is a referendum so democracy gets

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Communities that were not eligible for recycling may reconsider a garbage service in order to become eligible — again, this is a deci-sion that should be made by the com-munity; with every-one understanding the tax implications before voting.

If re-elected, I will continue to lobby for junctions to be put into the broadband cable as it goes by our rural zones so when possible those communities can easily plug in.

I will continue on the transit committee to ensure our excel-lent system con-tinues to improve. Transit has become vital for rural areas on the North Island, and is especially rel-evant for Area C.

In conclusion, your voice matters. If re-elected, I will continue to seek the will of the commu-nities of Area C and work to deliver those desires with clarity and transparency.

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The following candidate profiles are part of the Gazette’s ongoing coverage of the 2014 Municipal Elections on North Vancouver Island.

Mayoral candidates in Port Hardy and Port McNeill appeared in last week’s edition, Oct. 23. Council candidate profiles will appear next week, in the Nov. 6 edition.

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THE VILLAGE OF ALERT BAY

NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Alert Bay that an elec-tion by voting is necessary to elect four Councillors, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – ACCLAIMED

COUNCILLOR – Four (4) to be elected

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS

GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Village of Alert Bay on: Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Village of Alert Bay Village Office located at 15 Maple Road.

ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Village of Alert Bay Village Office located at 15 Maple Road.

A SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY will be available to qualified electors who are patients or staff of the Cor-morant Island Health Centre (Hospital) at the time of voting, as follows:Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm at the Cormorant Island Community Health Centre 49 School Road

ELECTOR REGISTRATION

There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements:• 18 years of age or older on General Voting Day,• Canadian citizen,• resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration, resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Alert Bay for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration, and• not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.

Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners. Please call the Chief Election Officer prior to Election Day to confirm eligibility.

Information on the foregoing can be obtained by calling Heather Nelson-Smith, Chief Election Officer at250-974-5213.



PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Alert Bay that an electon by

votng is necessary to elect four Councillors, and that the persons nominated as candidates and

for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – ACCLAIMED

Surname Usual Names Residental Address or Jurisdicton

BERRY MICHAEL 849 FIR STREET , ALERT BAY



BUCHANAN DENNIS 395 CEDAR STREET, ALERT BAY

FAREN DAVID 69 OAK ROAD, ALERT BAY

GORDON KANE 5 NIMPKISH HEIGHTS, ALERT BAY

GRANGER LISANNE 74 ORCA WAY, ALERT BAY

MERCER KIM 106 SKANA PLACE, ALERT BAY

WHITE WENDY 429 FIR STREET, ALERT BAY

WILLIAMS DUNCAN 74 WILLOW ROAD, ALERT BAY


GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Village of Alert Bay on:

Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Village of

Alert Bay Village Office located at 15 Maple Road.

ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows:

Wednesday, November 5, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Village of


A SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY will be available to qualified electors who are patents or staf

of the Cormorant Island Health Centre (Hospital) at the tme of votng, as follows:

Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm at the Cormorant

Island Community Health Centre 49 School Road


There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registraton of all electors for this electon will

take place at the tme of votng. You will be required to make a declaraton that you meet the

following requirements:

• 18 years of age or older on General Votng Day,

• Canadian citzen,

• resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registraton,

• resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Alert Bay for at least 30

days immediately preceding the day of registraton, and

• not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from votng in an

electon or otherwise disqualified by law.

Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identfcaton (at least one with a signature). Picture

identficaton is not necessary. The identficaton must prove both residency and identty.

must produce 2 pieces of identfcaton (at least one with a signature) to prove identty, proof

that they are enttled to register in relaton to the property, and, if there is more than one owner

of the property, writen consent from the majority of the property owners. Please call the Chief

Electon Officer prior to Electon Day to confirm eligibility.

Informaton on the foregoing can be obtained by calling Heather Nelson-Smith, Chief Electon

Officer at 250-974-5213



PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Alert Bay that an electon by

votng is necessary to elect four Councillors, and that the persons nominated as candidates and

for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – ACCLAIMED


BERRY MICHAEL 849 FIR STREET , ALERT BAY



BUCHANAN DENNIS 395 CEDAR STREET, ALERT BAY

FAREN DAVID 69 OAK ROAD, ALERT BAY

GORDON KANE 5 NIMPKISH HEIGHTS, ALERT BAY

GRANGER LISANNE 74 ORCA WAY, ALERT BAY

MERCER KIM 106 SKANA PLACE, ALERT BAY

WHITE WENDY 429 FIR STREET, ALERT BAY

WILLIAMS DUNCAN 74 WILLOW ROAD, ALERT BAY


GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Village of Alert Bay on:

Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Village of


ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows:

Wednesday, November 5, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the Village of


A SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY will be available to qualified electors who are patents or staf

of the Cormorant Island Health Centre (Hospital) at the tme of votng, as follows:

Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm at the Cormorant

Island Community Health Centre 49 School Road


There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registraton of all electors for this electon will

take place at the tme of votng. You will be required to make a declaraton that you meet the

following requirements:

• 18 years of age or older on General Votng Day,

• Canadian citzen,

• resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registraton,

• resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Alert Bay for at least 30

days immediately preceding the day of registraton, and

• not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from votng in an

electon or otherwise disqualified by law.

Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identfcaton (at least one with a signature). Picture

identficaton is not necessary. The identficaton must prove both residency and identty.

must produce 2 pieces of identfcaton (at least one with a signature) to prove identty, proof

that they are enttled to register in relaton to the property, and, if there is more than one owner

of the property, writen consent from the majority of the property owners. Please call the Chief

Electon Officer prior to Electon Day to confirm eligibility.

Informaton on the foregoing can be obtained by calling Heather Nelson-Smith, Chief Electon

Officer at 250-974-5213

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Gazette staffSEVEN HILLS—

Former cabinet min-ister Gordon Wilson will discuss economic issues related to the development of lique-fied natural gas next week in a North Island appearance sponsored by the Port McNeill and District Chamber of Commerce.

The public forum, scheduled for 7 p.m.

Nov. 4 at Seven Hills Golf & Country Club, is part of the Chamber’s small-business round-table. It is open to all interested parties.

Wilson was appoint-ed the LNG-Buy BC Advocate in October 2013 by the Premier, and tasked to help con-nect B.C. businesses with the opportunities that LNG development presents.

LNG advocate to speak here

Price drop plays role in closure from page 1Tai Cheng, Neucel’s Vice

President of Community & Government Affairs, explained that the shut-down was necessary to pro-vide maintenance to failing machinery in the plant. “We know it’s a big disappoint-ment — if affects the whole North Island and it’s a big disruption. But without going down, operations in 2015 would be uncertain. We’re asking our employees to stand by us during this time.”

Cheng pointed to a series of forced shutdowns earlier this year to repair malfunctioning

and aging machinery. Faced with the ongoing mechani-cal issues, along with a five- to eight-year low on market price for the end-product, viscose, the company opted to shut down operations and use the closure to undertake repairs ahead of a predicted price stabilization next year. Cheng stressed there were no permanent job losses planned.

But the shutdown will have a far-reaching effect, he acknowledged. “Almost every employee will be affected,” he said. “Unionized members have been given a temporary

layoff — there’s about 250 on the unionized side. On the salaried side we’re still work-ing on it and encouraging them to take vacation time; that’s around 80 employees. But we’re expecting everyone to return in January.”

Coun. Stewart noted that it was not just those fac-ing layoff that would feel the closure. “I’d say there was a good 200 people (employed by the mill and living in Port Alice), but this is going to hit home in Port Hardy and Port McNeill as well as Port Alice — it’s going to touch all three communities,” he said.

“It worries me that many families will have to look elsewhere to find work and not return; that’ll affect the schools and so on.”

The mill typically has planned maintenance shut-downs once or twice a year, explained Cheng, running from two to five weeks. The last time it faced a similar length of down time was in 2009. “We’re not able to manufacture without these major shutdowns,” he said. “We’re hoping people will take this time to spend with their families and come back in the new year,” said Cheng.


VILLAGE OF ZEBALLOS

NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTINGPUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Zeballos that an election by voting is neces-sary to elect a Mayor, four Councillors, and one School Trustee, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – One (1) to be electedARNOLD, WAYNE 148 Maquinna Avenue - ZeballosCOX, DONNIE 313 Pandora Crescent – ZeballosLEPORE, CRISTINA 801 Maquinna Avenue - Zeballos

COUNCILLOR – Four (4) to be electedBROWN, DEBRA 506 Reno Street – ZeballosCOBURN, JEFF 125 Maquinna Avenue – ZeballosCOLBORNE, JULIE 152 Maquinna Avenue – ZeballosPARKMAN, JOANNE 132 Maquinna Avenue – ZeballosRACEY, KATE 158 Maquinna Avenue – Zeballos

SCHOOL TRUSTEE – One (1) to be electedALSOP, GWEN 602 Keno Crescent – ZeballosJOHNSON, SUE 714 Parkway Place – Zeballos

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONSADVANCE VOTING will be open to qualified electors at the Village of Zeballos Municipal Office on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm.

GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors at the Village of Zeballos Municipal Office on Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm.

ELECTORAL REGISTRATIONThere is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements:

• 18 years of age or older on general voting day• Canadian citizen• resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration• resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Zeballos for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration, and• not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.

Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners.

Chief Elections Officer

SD85 BOARD CANDIDATES AREA 2I am running for Area

2 School Board Trustee because I believe that the small outlying commu-nities of Alert Bay, Port Alice and Sointula should have a strong voice at the table of SD85. The current board has made good progress in the areas of student achievement, aboriginal engagement and education partnerships. The alignment of block schedules and programs for NISS and PHSS is a key step in course offerings for students while encouraging team teaching.

The challenge will be adequate funding to meet the aspirations of our students. I believe that invest-ment in quality education for our youth will be good for the North Island and beyond. At the same time I believe that our small school district has the advantage of being nimble and able to adapt. I can

already see the tradition of strong reading, writing and arithmetic skills being expanded to include prob-lem solving, teamwork and critical thinking.

My working back-ground is in small busi-ness, with an active lifestyle in sports and the outdoors. I bring a strong belief in working

as a team to the Board of Education while also engag-ing community members. I would like our district to continue utiliz-ing technology as a supplement to classroom instruction while incor-porating more outdoor activities. I currently work as a business ana-lyst for Community Futures which involves me networking with busi-nesses in the Regional District. I think that I can bring the analytical business view to discussions at the board while appreciating the view-points of fellow trustees.

My name is Carol Prescott and I have had the honour of repre-senting Port Alice, the students and parents of Vancouver Island North District for the past three terms. I have served on committees each year including being a representative for our First Nations Education Council.

I feel the greatest challenge our district will face in the next four-year term is lack of funding. My financial background allows me to make informed decisions balancing student needs and available funding. I will continue to lobby the govern-ment for additional funding for our outlying schools so the students in them have the same education opportunities as all students in our province. We must recognize the need for smaller class sizes when there are more than two grades

in a classroom. I will also lobby for increased support for our students that require extra help in the classroom.

I believe we have to celebrate and take advantage of the oppor-tunities that only small districts have. We can ensure our students have opportunities for

individualized learn-ing and our environment is a great resource that can be used to our advantage. I support outdoor activi-ties, nature studies and art at all levels in our district.

In addition to supporting educa-tion in Port Alice, I commit to travel to the community that does not have a representative at least once per month, and to attend community events so I can represent their inter-ests at the board table.

I appreciate your support in the upcoming election.



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The North Island is cur-rently well served by its Board of Education and CEO/ Superintendent and senior manage-ment staff, and excel-lent teachers. It has been my privilege to be at the Board table and to help shape the dynamic changes which are ongo-ing. We have raised the First Nations gradua-tion rate to 71 per cent and have been recognized by the Provincial Government for our leadership and focus on how to best serve our Aboriginal students.

Another area of success is the Connections program where stu-dents partner with local businesses and find their “niche”. For exam-ple, one student while visiting an engineering firm found his passion for mechanics and was taken on as an apprentice. These high school initiatives helps us address the

need to keep our gradu-ates in the North Island.

I was a Faculty Associate at S.F.U. and was responsible for student teachers. While there, I was a Research Associate to the Professor for Early Childhood Education. The ‘Namgis Band hired me to teach in

their Secondary Program. These experiences enrich my abil-ity to serve our students.

At the Board table I always research and am knowledgeable about issues. In my six years as a Trustee, I have a 100 per cent attendance at Board meetings and have been articulate and a good team player.

I look forward to the challenges of serving Port Alice, Sointula, and Alert Bay and will bring my experience and skills to serve the students well.

Eric HunterLawrie Garrett

Carol Prescott

Members of the Board are responsible for establishing poli-cies and procedures for operating public schools, budgeting for efficient and effective operation, and listen-ing and giving voice to local communities’ val-ues and priorities, both with the Board and on behalf of the Board with the Provincial Government.

After living in Alert Bay for the last 37 years, first as a ship-wright, and eventually working in numerous support staff posi-tions for School District 85 for nearly 30 years, I have been asked to run for trustee. Having held a variety of elected positions in the past, including Union executive at local, regional and provincial levels, Credit Union board mem-ber, Municipal Councillor, etc., I

took a break from most such things, assuming the role of a recovering politician.

People who know me know I am a person who, as a member of the Board, will work to advocate for stu-dents, staff and parents in the community with the Board, and to pro-mote the interests of

the Board in its dealings with the Provincial Government to provide the best public education possible.

As a candidate for one of two School Board seats in Area 2 to represent the people of Alert Bay, ‘Namgis and Whe-La-La-U reserves, Malcolm Island including Sointula, and Port Alice; four of us are running. As a strong believer in providing quality public educa-tion, I look forward to being “the new guy”.

CW Peterson


Village of Port AliceNOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Port Alice that an election by voting

is necessary to elect four Councillors for a four year term commencing December 1, 2014, and that the

persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:


Surname Usual Names Residential Address or Jurisdiction

BRACKETT

CHASE

MARTIN

STEWART

WORTHINGTON

Marc

Marnie

Christine

David

Doug

Port Alice, BC

Port Alice, BC

Port Alice, BC

Port Alice, BC

Port Alice, BC


GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors on:

Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location:

Village of Port Alice Municipal Office 1061 Marine Drive, Port Alice, BC

ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location:


ADDITIONAL ADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows: November 10th, 12th, 13th & 14th, 2014 between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm at the following location:


ELECTOR QUALIFICATION

There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the

time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements:

• 18 years of age or older on general voting day

• Canadian citizen

• resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration

• resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Port Alice for at least 30 days

immediately preceding the day of registration, and

• not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or

otherwise disqualified by law.

Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture

identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to

prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one

owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners. Consent forms may be

obtained from the Chief Election Officer by calling (250) 284-3391 or at the Village of Port Alice, 1061

Marine Drive during office hours 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays).

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SD85 BOARD CANDIDATES AREA 3Just a little over three

years ago I became a father of two magnifi-cent kids, when my wife Heather and I adopted our sons. In that short time my boys have attended four different school dis-tricts. With the purchase of our first house our family has picked the North Island as our com-munity, our home.

I have expertise in problem solv-ing, and thinking outside the box. Most of my experience was gained in forest research working in aca-demia, government, industry, and as a consultant. During my gradu-ate work, I worked for six years as a teaching assistant at UBC and understand the skill sets required to succeed in post-secondary edu-cation, be it a skilled trade or PhD. I know that the foundations to succeed must be developed early. I understand the influence that a

high-stress home life can have on a child’s learn-ing.

I feel it is time to move forward; enough of the status quo. I will use my expertise to continue the efforts to try to restore funding. It is time to be creative with what we do have and re-build our children’s education with

innovation, community and the help of parents. It is time to look outside the North Island and emulate success stories.

As a School Trustee I will use my unique background to make constructive changes to the North Island School District that will result in developing a world-class education program for my two sons, your children, and the North Island Community.

The role of trustee is not unfamiliar to me after 21 years of experience locally and provincially for School District 85. That time has given me valuable knowledge of history in bargaining, policy development, hir-ing and leadership devel-opment.

I am well aware of the pressure of trusteeship as well as the enormous sense of accomplishment in being part of children’s and families’ lives.

The pressing issues, as I see them, are the following:

• Rebuilding working relation-ships with teachers after the strike;

• Working through the ongoing discussions on class size and com-position;

• Continuing to adjust to the effects of falling enrolment throughout the district; and

• Lobbying hard and continu-

ously with the Ministry of Education for funding to offer the best, up-to-date education for our students.

My time as a former trustee, the owner of a small business, rais-ing our three children — schooled here — and living on the North Island since 1976, gives

me strong sense of com-munity and the confidence to be your locally elected trustee.

I have been Tried, I have been Tested, and I have been True, to both my community and the educa-tion of the children of SD 85.

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I have lived in Port McNeill for thirty-four years. All my children have lived in this district for most of that time. My wife and I have eight grandchildren. Four are students in our schools presently.

For twenty years I served this district as the principal of Sunset Elementary School and subsequently as Director of Instruction. For the past nine years I represented Port McNeill’s area and Woss as trustee on our Board of Education.

I am passionate about education. My belief is trustees must strive to provide a safe, quality learning environment for each student. To that end school staffs play a vital role and deserve respect, support and opportunities for ongoing pro-fessional development. I believe important duties for trustees

include to hire the best district and school staffs and to expect the highest standard of professional-ism from them.

During my years as trustee I worked dili-gently for safe schools, improvements in read-ing, writing and arith-metic. Two priorities for me included supporting

goals for quality instruc-tion and vibrant secondary schools that offer students a wide variety of relevant courses.

I believe our communities have a stake in the education delivered by our schools. Consequently, I have worked hard for the last five years to gain fair representation, a long needed second trustee, on the Board for our communities.

If I’m elected, the people of Area Three can continue to count on me to represent them on the Board of Education to the best of my ability.

David Jack

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Teaching brought me to the North Island “for a year” that grew into a lifetime. My North Island career began at Eagle View but I transferred to Sunset and later to NISS. My teaching assignments included special educa-tion and regular class-room K-12. In addition to teaching, I have served in a number of elected and appointed positions related to edu-cational governance and teacher certification.

I believe a strong public educa-tion system is key to the future, not only of our students but also of our communities. Local schools boards continue to be responsible for pro-viding students and teachers with the resources to access that future, even as the authority of local trust-ees has diminished with increased provincial centralization.

Rural districts face cost and

staffing issues difficult to address using the “one size fits all” pro-vincial funding formula. Increased costs of main-taining small remote schools diminish funds available for our larger elementary schools. In addition, our secondary schools are challenged to provide students access

to full program options available in larger districts.

I believe the next four years will be key in defining the authority of local school boards. Trustees need to take the initiative by meeting with local parents, teachers and community leaders to develop strat-egies to ensure that SD 85 students have educational opportunities that allow them equitable access to post-secondary programmes. That was the focus of my work as a teacher and I now ask for your support to continue that work as your Trustee.

Rod Sherrell

VICTORIA – Debate is underway on the B.C. Liberal government’s tax and environmental plan for liquefied natural gas exports, amid the usual political theatre.

Most media reported that the government “slashed” its proposed seven-per-cent LNG processing income tax by half, caving in to demands of interna-tional energy giants led by Petronas of Malaysia.

The 3.5 per cent tax wouldn’t even take full effect until the massive capital investment is written down, and would rise to five per cent after 20 years of production. All of this casts further doubt on Premier Christy Clark’s extravagant election campaign promise to use LNG revenues to wipe out B.C.’s debt, currently approaching $70 billion, and provide an Alberta-style “prosperity fund” to perform further miracles.

The seven per cent figure was the top end of the range

presented this spring while negotiations with LNG investors were ongoing, so it’s not really accurate to say it was “slashed.” This cash calf hasn’t been born yet, and it remains to be seen if it will survive.

Finance Minister Mike de Jong pointed out some of the shifts in the global gas market that have reduced expectations. Japan, one of the potential investors, is considering restarting its nuclear plants as it recovers from the 2011 Fukushima

earthquake.China’s manic growth is

slowing, and it has signed a long-term deal to import cheaper Russian pipeline gas. Oil prices have dropped.

The government’s change of tone started with the recent throne speech.

“Like forestry, B.C.’s nat-ural gas industry has relied on exports to the United States,” the speech observed. “But the American shale gas revolution has meant the export south has dried up – and is never coming back.”

So before B.C. gets to that prosperity fund, it’s got to stop the bleeding.

The finance ministry esti-mates that after the startup period, a medium-sized LNG export operation would pay total taxes of around $800 million a year to the province. De Jong notes that this is more rev-enue than B.C. will collect from the entire forest indus-try this year, from a single plant. There are 18 currently proposed.

This new LNG income tax is nowhere near the biggest source. It’s bigger than the carbon tax that LNG pro-ducers will pay on fuel use, but only a fourth of what B.C. collects in royalties for selling the gas.

The biggest source of revenue from this hoped-for plant is “other taxes,” which include sales tax and corporate income tax, which B.C. increased to 11 per cent last year.

If B.C. does get a sub-stantial LNG export indus-try, it will include gas from Alberta, with royalties going there, not here. And compa-nies are also wrangling with the federal government over its taxes, with local govern-ments and First Nations still in line for their cut.

The big question isn’t whether B.C. will get its fair share. It’s whether there will be anything to share.

Tom Fletcher is legisla-ture reporter and columnist for Black Press. [email protected].

COMMENTARY

Cpl. Nathan Cirillo and Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent were not the only casualties of terror in Canada last week.

A nation’s innocence died as Canadians unwillingly became part of international terror on our own soil.

RCMP were already monitoring 90 people, including one of the two men who killed Canadian soldiers in sud-den, unprovoked attacks.

Security will increase as the terrorist attacks play into the existing law-and-order agenda of the governing Conservatives.

More surveillance cameras is a given. Beefed-up secu-rity at airports and border crossings is inevitable.

Who but the most ardent civil libertarians would oppose such measures when all signs point toward more terrorism within Canada?

Last month, the spokesman for the Islamic State of Iraq and Al-Sham called for attacks on Canadians.

Abu Muhammad Al-Adnani urged ISIS supporters to kill Canadians, Americans, Australians, French and other Europeans whether they are members of the military or civilians.

Extra security to defend against such attacks will be expensive. Canadians will lose some civil liberties in a tradeoff for feeling, and hopefully being, safer.

How far will the pendulum swing? How much will our country change from its reputation as a peacemaker?

The most disturbing aspect of both incidents is that both killers were Canadians.

Perhaps the most insidious aspect of terrorism is that radicalized fanatics can walk among us undetected, espe-cially if they are Canadian citizens.

Besides whatever increase in domestic suspicion that would naturally occur, this cannot help but raise intoler-ance toward anyone in this country with an odd name, suspicious accent or swarthy skin.

This will provide an excuse for anyone already inclined toward intolerance, outright racism or paranoia.

Finding a healthy balance in the times that will come will not be easy. One of the worst fallouts from terrorism is how it makes people and their governments fearful and reactionary.

Residents of a less-innocent Canada are suddenly faced with more doubt and uncertainty.

Maybe we were just fooling ourselves, content with our international reputation as the nice guys in the long shadow of our U.S. neighbours.

Americans will continue to be a much more attractive target than Canadians, but we’re now on the radar for terrorists.

How we react to this threat will say volumes about Canadians. The trick will be protecting ourselves from fanatics without becoming extremists ourselves.

Mark Allan is a former editor of the North Island Gazette.

The Baptist Church’s Create for a Cause raised more than $1,900 for the annual Gazette Hamper Fund campaign.

The holiday season just got a little gloomier for employees at Neucel, which will close its Port Alice mill until January.

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Council gave the first three readings to a bylaw establish-ing recreation fees and charges for Town facilities during its final October meeting, but it does not signify an increase in costs to users.

Schedule “D” Recreation Fees and Charges fee-setting bylaw is primarily a clarification document that updates wording used in its two-year-old predecessor. It was driven by a section in

the 2012 bylaw that claimed “There will be no charge for funer-als”, which now speci-fies the Town “waives rental fees for a facility booking for a funeral (or for an activity by a non-profit group).”

Users will still be required to pay a janitorial fee and any applicable bond, as has been the case in the past.

“Which of the rates here have been increased?” Coun. Gaby Wickstrom asked Administrator Sue Harvey, who

drafted the language.“We’re not chang-

ing any rates,” Harvey replied. “We’re just changing how they’re referred to. It’s a housekeeping matter, more than anything.”

The bylaw covers fees and deposits at all Town-held prop-erties, including the Community Hall, Old School and ballfields.

Bylaws passedThree other bylaws,

addressing taxation and zoning issues, were given final approval during the

Oct. 20 meeting.The Permissive

Property Tax Exemption Bylaw updates the structure of application for churches and non-profit groups whose property taxes have historically been waived, including ser-vice clubs, Broughton Strait Campground

and Broughton Curling Club.

A d d i t i o n a l Accommodation Tax Levy Bylaw No. 655 will continue the two per cent room tax at hotels and B&Bs in Town, with the funds earmarked for local and regional tourism promotion.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 654 chang-es the zoning of a com-mercial property in the downtown core from

C-1 to C-2 and allows for its use as a college or other instructional site, as well as com-mercial business loca-tion.

Fireworks OK’dCouncil continued

its support of Port McNeill Volunteer Fire Department’s annual Halloween Fireworks show by contributing a $2,000 donation to the event, which takes place tomorrow begin-

ning at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Hall.

Councillors clarified the historical donation amount and Harvey confirmed it has typi-cally been $2,000. An exception was made in 2010, when the amount was deemed by council of the day to be unseemly while many families from Kingcome Inlet were on extended evacua-tion following flood-ing one month earlier.

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from page 1we never get dual-credit courses on our schedule. So, at the superintendents’ meet-ing we sat around and complained a bit, then we said, ‘Let’s do something about it.’”

Agreeing to split the cost of the course for their respective secondary school students, the three districts signed the memorandum that delivers the class on the schools’ semester system and timetable, rather than on NIC’s schedule.

“It costs us $3,000-some to put this on; we recoup that through credits. We’re starting slowly with this part-nership, but I think it represents something that we can really do

together.”

Enrolment dipsAfter losing only

five students between 2012-13 and 2013-14, SD85 schools are down 41 students from a year ago, to 1,342.

The good news is, the district’s enrol-ment numbers are almost precisely what was projected when the district established its projected enrol-ment last spring.

“We’ve clearly got to do a better job,” Benwell joked. “We were out by .69 of a student with our pro-jection, which makes our life so much easier, for this year at least.”

Enrolment projec-

tions are used to estab-lish preliminary bud-gets for the district under the provincial per-student funding model. SD85 overall enrolment continues to dip, and the loss of funding protection once offered by the province in the com-ing years means that student-teacher ratios in the classrooms will continue a slow creep upward, Benwell said.

Total staffing in the district slipped to 99.42 this year from 103.74 in the last school year, while stu-dent-to-teacher ratio edged up to 13.49 from 13.33.

“Coming out of funding protection, we anticipate that num-ber will continue to climb,” he said.

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Regional District of Mount Waddington that an election by voting is necessary to elect the following:Electoral Area “C” – One (1) to be elected

Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence HORGAN Pat 940 Nicholson Road, Hyde Creek HORY Andrew 297 Harbour Road, Coal Harbour

School District 85 Trustee (Area 2) – Two (2) to be elected Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence GARRETT Lawrie 875 First Street, Sointula HUNTER Eric 137 Fir Street, Alert Bay PETERSEN CW 387 Fir Street, Alert Bay PRESCOTT Carol #12 Beach Road, Port Alice

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONSGENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of the Regional District of Mount Waddington on:Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following locations:Regional District of Mount Waddington RDMW Office 2044 McNeill Road, Port McNeillHyde Creek Fire Hall 1001 Hyde Creek Road, Hyde CreekKwakiutl Indian Band Band Office (Fort Rupert) 99 Tsakis Way, Port HardyGwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nations Adult Learning Centre Tsulquate Reserve, Port HardyQuatsino First Nation Community Hall 304 Quattishe Road, Coal HarbourCoal Harbour Coal Harbour School 372 Albert Hole Road, Coal Harbour

School District 85 School Trustee-Area 2 voting locations:Alert Bay Municipal Office 15 Maple Road, Alert BayPort Alice Municipal Office 1061 Marine Drive, Port AliceSointula Old Medical Centre 270 First Street, Sointula

Additional General Voting Opportunity:Quatsino Hamlet, Quatsino Museum • Saturday, November 8th, 2014 - 12:00pm (Noon) – 2:00 pmAdvance Voting OpportunitiesAdvance voting will be open at the Regional District of Mount Waddington Office, 2044 McNeill Road, Port McNeill on: • Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 - 8:00 am to 8:00 pm • Thursday, November 6th, 2014 - 9:00am to 4:30pm • Friday, November 7th, 2014 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pmQualified electors are only entitled to vote at the voting place within the place in which they reside or qualify as a non-resident property elector. If you require further information, please contact the Regional District of Mount Waddington.Elector Registration (for voting day registration only)There is no need to pre-register to vote, as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. To register as a resident elector, you will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • 18 years of age or older on general voting day • Canadian citizen • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day • resident of OR registered owner of real property within the Regional District of Mount Waddington for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.Non-resident property electors must produce a non-resident property elector certificate and 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner of the property, written consent from the majority of the property owners. Non-resident property elector certificates can be obtained on Election Day.PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Regional District of Mount Waddington that an election by voting is NOT necessary to elect an Electoral Area Director for Area “A”, “B” and “D” or to elect Coal Harbour Local Community Commission members. The following persons have been acclaimed:Regional District of Mount Waddington Director – Electoral Area “A”SOLTAU Heidi SointulaRegional District of Mount Waddington Director – Electoral Area “B”WAINWRIGHT Philip Winter HarbourRegional District of Mount Waddington Director – Electoral Area “D”RUSHTON Dave WossCoal Harbour Local Community CommissionCONNATY Myra Coal HarbourHORY Ann Coal HarbourSCHMIDT David oal Harbour

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Concert society ready to boogie-woogieGazette staffPORT HARDY—

After a long off-sea-son, the North Island Concert Society is ready to boogie-woo-gie again.

No, really.Acclaimed jazz

pianist and vocalist Michael Kaeshammer takes the Civic Centre stage Saturday at 7:30 p.m. to kick off the 2014-15 season, the 17th for NICS. The German-born, Canadian-bred per-former brings a pop sensibility to a wide range of styles, but you can always count on a dose of his origi-nal influence — boo-gie-woogie and New Orleans-style jazz.

This is not the first North Island appear-ance for Kaeshammer, who appeared more than a decade ago as a young, up-and-com-

ing wunderkind of the keys. It will be his first concert in the Civic Centre, though, as the fledgling concert soci-ety was still putting on shows in the secondary school gym in those days.

“Now, we’re get-ting him as a mature,

established perform-er,” NICS co-founder and board member Malcolm Fleeton said.

At that time, Kaeshammer was liv-ing and performing on Vancouver Island and had a single solo album out.

Since that visit, the composer, arranger and songwriter has released six acclaimed CD’s — the latest is 2011’s eponymous Kaeshammer — and is in the process of crowd-sourcing fund-ing for a new album featuring 10 original compositions.

Which means, for North Island patrons, new music to go along with the diverse mix of originals, tradition-als, standards and cov-ers Kaeshammer may choose to unveil on a given night.

As with many of

NICS’s most popular acts over the years, Kaeshammer promises to deliver a range of styles, from old-school jazz to soul, pop and R&B. All of this is delivered with not only technical virtuosity, but with a sense of show-manship tailored to his audience and designed to draw it into the show, rather than keep patrons arms-length viewers.

“If you haven’t seen him live, you haven’t

really experienced him in his true element,” Montreal Gazette writer Bernard Perusse wrote in a review of a Kaeshammer show.

Familiar, accessible music will help draw you in — his instru-mental remake of the Impressions’ People Get Ready, a big crowd-pleaser when the Sojourners appeared here two seasons ago — is a staple of his live shows. And he has a particular affinity for

Robert Palmer’s funki-fied Sneakin’ Through the Alley with Sally.

But when Kaesh-ammer unleashes his full arsenal, you might just find you no longer care which song is com-ing up next. As long as they keep coming.

Tickets for Saturday’s show are $25 and are available in advance at Port Hardy Museum and Cafe Guido in Port Hardy, at The Flower Shoppe in Port McNeill, and

in Port Alice by calling Gail Neely at 250-284-3927.

Individual and sea-son tickets for the five-concert season will also be available at the door, with season tickets — including the annual dinner show — for $130 or $110 for seniors and $75 for stu-dents to age 17.

For more information call NICS chair Brian Hicks at 250-902-2228 or visit www.niconcert.ca.

Michael Kaes-hammer will play the Civic Centre Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

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tators had a chance to become part of the story during the Gate House Theatre’s drama performance last weekend

The Gate House Community Association’s after-school drama program held an interactive play called “A Mother Goose Mystery” last Saturday, where actors worked together with audience members to solve a mystery.

The mystery in this case took place in Mother Goose Land, where rhym-ing words in assorted nursery rhymes had inexplicably gone missing. Little Bo Peep, for example, had lost her camels instead of her sheep, while

Mary Quite Contrary was instead Quite Silly.

Brave travellers, played by the audience, were implored by Mother Goose herself to venture through Mother Goose Land and bring the rhymes back.

Audience members made their way through different scenes set up in the theatre, provided at each station with a set of “clues” that offered the real words to the nursery rhymes. It was the audience’s job to match each character with their missing rhymes.

At the end of the adventure, when rhyme and reason had been restored to Mother Goose Land, adventurers received popcorn and hot chocolate as a reward.

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the District of Port Hardy that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor and six Councillors and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – One (1) to be elected Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence BOOD Hank Port Hardy, BC DORWARD Janet Port Hardy, BC

COUNCILLOR – Six (6) to be elected

Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence CORBETT-LABATT Pat Port Hardy, BC DUGAS Dennis Port Hardy, BC HEMPHILL Jessie Nanaimo, BC MARCOTTE Rick Port Hardy, BC PERKOVICH Debbie Port Hardy, BC QUIST Shelley O Port Hardy, BC RALPH Eric Port Hardy, BC RICHARDS Graham Port Hardy, BC ROBERTSON Fred Port Hardy, BC ROMAS Rod Port Hardy, BC SIEMENS Shelley Port Hardy, BC TIDBURY John Port Hardy, BC WISHART Leightan Port Hardy, BC


General Voting Day Saturday, November 15, 2014, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Municipal Hall – 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy

Advance Voting Opportunities Wednesday, November 5, 2014, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 13, 2014, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday, November 14, 2014, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Municipal Hall – 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy

Special Voting Opportunity

Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Port Hardy Hospital and Eagle Ridge Manor, 9120 Granville Street, Port Hardy

Only patients or residents may vote.

Information for Electors – Who Can Vote? Resident Electors: If you are not on the List of Registered Resident Electors, you may register as a resident elector at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: 18 years of age or older on General Voting Day; Canadian citizen; resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration; resident of or registered owner of real property in the District of Port Hardy for at least 30 days immediately

preceding the day of registration; and, not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise

disqualified by law from voting. Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. Non-resident Property Electors: A person is eligible to vote as a Non-resident Property Elector (owner of property in Port Hardy), if that person meets all of the following criteria: 18 years or older on General Voting Day Canadian citizen resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration; has been a registered owner of real property in the District of Port Hardy for at least 30 days immediately

before registering to vote; is not entitled to register as a resident elector in the District of Port Hardy; has not been disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or be

otherwise disqualified by law; the only persons who are registered owners of the real property, either as joint tenants or tenants in common,

are individuals who are not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; and, if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written

consent of the majority of the owners, register as a Non-resident Property Elector. A person may only vote once as a Non-resident Property Elector regardless of how many properties that person owns in the District of Port Hardy. At the time of voting, Non-Resident Property Electors will be required to submit the Application For Registration As A Non-resident Property Elector In The District Of Port Hardy and show proof of ownership of the property (title certificate, title search from within the last 30 days, 2014 Property Tax Notice or 2014 Assessment Notice) as well as 2 pieces of identification confirming identity, one of which includes a signature. If there is more than one registered property owner, a Non-resident Property Elector Consent Form must be completed by a majority of the registered owners (including the person registering as Non-resident Property Elector) and submitted at the time of voting. Both the Application for Registration and the Consent Form are available on the District website or can be obtained at the Municipal Hall such that they can be completed in advance of the day that you attend to vote.

NOTICE OF ELECTION BY ACCLAMATION

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given that an election by acclamation is declared with respect to the three positions of School Trustee for Electoral Area 1 of the Board of Education of School District No. 85, as follows:

SCHOOL TRUSTEE – Three (3) have been elected by acclamation Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence FIELD Jeff Port Hardy, BC SCHMIDT Danita Coal Harbour, BC WISHART Leightan Port Hardy, BC

Jeff Long, Chief Election Officer

For further information, please contact Jeff Long, Chief Election Official or Susan Bjarnason, Deputy Chief Election Official District of Port Hardy, 7360 Columbia Street, PO Box 68, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 250-949-6665 Fax: 250-949-7433


For further information, please contact Jeff Long, Chief Election Officer or Susan Bjarnason, Deputy Chief Election Officer District of Port Hardy,7360 Columbia street, PO Box 68, Porty Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 250-949-6665 Fax: 250-949-7433

DISTRICT OF PORT HARDY

2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS


PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the District of Port Hardy that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor and six Councillors and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – One (1) to be elected Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence BOOD Hank Port Hardy, BC DORWARD Janet Port Hardy, BC

COUNCILLOR – Six (6) to be elected

Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence CORBETT-LABATT Pat Port Hardy, BC DUGAS Dennis Port Hardy, BC HEMPHILL Jessie Nanaimo, BC MARCOTTE Rick Port Hardy, BC PERKOVICH Debbie Port Hardy, BC QUIST Shelley O Port Hardy, BC RALPH Eric Port Hardy, BC RICHARDS Graham Port Hardy, BC ROBERTSON Fred Port Hardy, BC ROMAS Rod Port Hardy, BC SIEMENS Shelley Port Hardy, BC TIDBURY John Port Hardy, BC WISHART Leightan Port Hardy, BC


General Voting Day Saturday, November 15, 2014, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Municipal Hall – 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy

Advance Voting Opportunities Wednesday, November 5, 2014, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 13, 2014, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday, November 14, 2014, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Municipal Hall – 7360 Columbia Street, Port Hardy

Special Voting Opportunity

Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Port Hardy Hospital and Eagle Ridge Manor, 9120 Granville Street, Port Hardy

Only patients or residents may vote.

Information for Electors – Who Can Vote? Resident Electors: If you are not on the List of Registered Resident Electors, you may register as a resident elector at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: 18 years of age or older on General Voting Day; Canadian citizen; resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration; resident of or registered owner of real property in the District of Port Hardy for at least 30 days immediately

preceding the day of registration; and, not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise

disqualified by law from voting. Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. Non-resident Property Electors: A person is eligible to vote as a Non-resident Property Elector (owner of property in Port Hardy), if that person meets all of the following criteria: 18 years or older on General Voting Day Canadian citizen resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration; has been a registered owner of real property in the District of Port Hardy for at least 30 days immediately

before registering to vote; is not entitled to register as a resident elector in the District of Port Hardy; has not been disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or be

otherwise disqualified by law; the only persons who are registered owners of the real property, either as joint tenants or tenants in common,

are individuals who are not holding the property in trust for a corporation or another trust; and, if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written

consent of the majority of the owners, register as a Non-resident Property Elector. A person may only vote once as a Non-resident Property Elector regardless of how many properties that person owns in the District of Port Hardy. At the time of voting, Non-Resident Property Electors will be required to submit the Application For Registration As A Non-resident Property Elector In The District Of Port Hardy and show proof of ownership of the property (title certificate, title search from within the last 30 days, 2014 Property Tax Notice or 2014 Assessment Notice) as well as 2 pieces of identification confirming identity, one of which includes a signature. If there is more than one registered property owner, a Non-resident Property Elector Consent Form must be completed by a majority of the registered owners (including the person registering as Non-resident Property Elector) and submitted at the time of voting. Both the Application for Registration and the Consent Form are available on the District website or can be obtained at the Municipal Hall such that they can be completed in advance of the day that you attend to vote.

NOTICE OF ELECTION BY ACCLAMATION

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given that an election by acclamation is declared with respect to the three positions of School Trustee for Electoral Area 1 of the Board of Education of School District No. 85, as follows:

SCHOOL TRUSTEE – Three (3) have been elected by acclamation Surname Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence FIELD Jeff Port Hardy, BC SCHMIDT Danita Coal Harbour, BC WISHART Leightan Port Hardy, BC


For further information, please contact Jeff Long, Chief Election Official or Susan Bjarnason, Deputy Chief Election Official District of Port Hardy, 7360 Columbia Street, PO Box 68, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 250-949-6665 Fax: 250-949-7433

Audience makes time to help find lost rhyme

Left: The Queen of Hearts, played by Sequoia Coe, Mary Quite Contrary, played by Moriah Purdy, and Little Miss Muffet, played by Lily Hooper, greet audience mem-bers during the interactive Mother Goose Mystery at the Gate House Theatre in Port McNeill Saturday.Right: Jack and Jill, played by Joel and Bethany Waines, struggle to remember their rhymes during the play. Elena Rardon


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Causing a differenceGazette staffPORT MCNEILL—

Established and aspiring crafters alike were able to take part in a day-long crafting fundraiser last week-end.

The sixth Create for a Cause, which was hosted by the Port McNeill Baptist Church, ran from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and brought together enthusias-tic paper crafters, scrapbookers, and card makers to raise money for the Gazette Hamper Fund.

For a registration fee and a donation,

crafters could take part in classes, kits, and assorted chal-lenges, or bring their own projects to work on. The event offered goodie bags and door prizes all day, as well as light snacks and

beverages.It also featured

a silent auction and loonie auction with donated prizes. All funds went towards the Hamper Fund.

One of the event organizers, Lauren Martineau, said the goal of Create for a Cause was to estab-lish a social time for crafters. “People can dedicate a whole day to crafting,” she said. “We thought if we could match up our crafting with a North Island Cause, that would be awesome.”

Organizers from Port Alice, Port

Hardy, and Port McNeill teamed up with the Port Hardy and Port McNeill Baptist churches to organize the fundrais-er. “It’s really an all-North Island event,” said Martineau.

Create for a Cause has so far raised about $1,900 for the Hamper Fund, and delivered multiple boxes and bags of non-perishable food and toy donations.

The best way to protect yourself and your family from influenza this season is to get immunized.

For more information or to find out if you are eligible for a FREE influenza shot:• Visit www.viha.ca/flu• Call the local Influenza Hotline @ 250-902-6079 or local Public Health Unit @ 250-902-6071 • Call Health Link BC at 8-1-1

If you are eligible for a free influenza shot, please bring your Care Card to one of the following local Influenza Clinics:

PORT HARDYPort Hardy Health Unit November 3rd 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Hardy Bay Sr. Centre November 5th 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Port Hardy Health Unit November 10th 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.Salvation Army November 12 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Port Hardy Health Unit November 19th 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Port Hardy Health Unit November 22nd 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Fort Rupert Health Centre November 5th 10:00 am. – 2:00 pm.Fort Rupert Health Centre November 12th 12:00 pm. – 2:00 pm.Fort Rupert Health Centre November 18th 3:00 pm. – 6:00 pm.G&N Health Centre November 18th 11:00 am. - 4:00 pm.

PORT MCNEILLPort McNeill Health Unit November 4th 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Port McNeill Health Unit November 12th 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Port McNeill Health Unit November 15th 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Port McNeill Health Unit November 19th 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Port McNeill Health Unit November 26th 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

PORT ALICEPort Alice Health Centre November 6th 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Port Alice Health Centre November 18th 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

SOINTULASointula Health Centre November 17th 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

WOSSWoss November 25th 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

If you are not eligible please contact your family physician orlocal pharmacy about vaccine availability and cost.

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Mallory Martineau works on a project during Create for a Cause at the Port McNeill Baptist Church Saturday.

Elena Rardon

Find 2014 Hamper applications in next week’s Gazette.


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Clockwise from left: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Abby Roberts joins princesses (L-R) Becca Spafford, Anna Kernachan, Taylor Spafford, Hailey Tiberghien, Kianna Schmidt, Maddison Jorgenson and Lily Jorgenson during the Halloween Howl at Port Alice Community Centre Friday; Optimus Prime (Elijah Parish) draws attention from snow-man Joey Jorgenson and zombie Morgan McGraw; McGraw emerges from the cemetery; The Big Bad Wolf and Little Red Riding Hood take a refresh-ment break. J.R. Rardon

Gazette staffPORT ALICE—Zombies

rubbed shoulders with prin-cesses while Ninjas crossed swords with pirates Friday as the Community Centre hosted its annual Halloween Howl here last Friday.

Kicking off the Halloween sea-son a week early, the Howl fea-tured terrifying treats, a devilish dance and a fiendish photo booth providing fun for all ages.

Proving once again that Port Alice is a one-of-a-kind commu-nity, a mime (Elizabeth Brackett) served as announcer for a costume parade in which nobody moved.

Top costume winners included Abby Roberts, Caleb McKenzie and new RCMP Constable Elijah Parish, who arrived as top Transformer Optimus Prime.

Halloween continues on the North Island this week, with Cafe Guido sponsoring the annual Costume Crawl on Market Street in Port Hardy Friday afternoon; fireworks shows with bonfire and refreshments at the Community Hall in Port McNeill Friday at 7 p.m. and at Storey’s Beach in Port Hardy Friday at 8 p.m.; and the annual Pumpkin Patch walk along Port Hardy’s waterfront Saturday from 6-8 p.m.

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The first hammer drops Saturday morn-ing as the annu-al Rotary Radio Auction returns to the Thunderbird Mall in Port Hardy for its 28th installment.

Items are available for preview and pre-bid tomorrow night, Friday, October 31, from 4-6 p.m. across from the Lotto booth

in the mall.Over the course of

the following two days Rotarians and volunteers will man the phones and the auctioneer’s table as hundreds of items go up for sale to the highest bidder.

If the mall is not on your travel plans this weekend there are still plenty of ways to get involved — and pos-sibly scoop up a bar-

gain just ahead of the Christmas season.

Follow along with bidding on Keta Cable channel 10 or the Coast 1240 and call 250-949-7600 to place your bid.

For the tech savvy, an online catalog of the lots is available at the Rotary’s website at www.porthardyro-

tary.org and the auc-tion can also be fol-lowed on a live stream at www.theport.ca.

This year’s listing catalogue was placed in mailboxes this week and provides a comprehensive look of the items up for sale and their order.

All items in the auc-tion have been gen-

erously donated by North Island mer-chants and the pro-ceeds from their sale goes towards local Rotary projects.

This year’s items run the gamut from the opening $5 Subway gift card all the way up to big-ticket items like win-ter tires, weekend

getaways and return flights from Port Hardy to Vancouver, valued in the thou-sands of dollars.

Altogether, the 440 items going under the hammer represent over $65,000 at esti-mated retail value.

Bidding proper opens Saturday morn-ing at 11 a.m. and runs

to 4:30 that afternoon with a repeat schedule Sunday.

Last year the event brought in more than $54,000 over the weekend, benefitting local causes includ-ing the Rotary Trail in Port McNeill and the recently unveiled Literacy Centre and Library in Fort Rupert.

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Barry James HaroldSEWID (Namugwis)

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the Duncan Bay/Seymour Narrows area that ended Oct 21st

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North Island Church ServicesPORT HARDY BAPTIST

CHURCHCorner of Trustee & Highland

Morning Service 11:00 am Plus regular family activities

Office: 250-949-6844www.porthardybaptistchurch.ca

Pastor: Kevin Martineau 11/14

NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES

Father Scott Whittemore 250-956-3909

Sunday MassesSt. Mary’s 430 Chapel St.,Port McNeill:

9amSt. Bonaventure 4750 Byng Rd.,

Port Hardy: 11amSt. Theresa’s corner of Nigei St. and

Marine Dr., Port Alice: Saturdays 5:00pm

Alert Bay: 65 Hemlock St., 2nd & 4th: Saturdays 10am

11/14

ST. COLUMBA ANGLICAN UNITED

Reverend Wade Allen9190 Granville St. Port Hardy

Phone 250-949-62471:00 p.m. Sunday School and Service

Tues., 1:00 pm Bible StudyEveryone welcome

Meeting rooms available [email protected]

11/14

FULL GOSPEL CHURCH2540 Catala Place Port McNeill

(across from Firehall)Sunday

10:30 am - Morning Worship Church Office 250-956-4741

Pastor Stan Rukin Visitors always welcomewww.ptmcfullgospel.org

11/14

CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICANAlert Bay

Sunday Services - 10 amReverend Lincoln Mckoen

1-250-974-5844Warden Flora Cook

250-974-5945Warden Joan Stone

250-974-2234 11/14

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

4680 Byng Rd. Port HardyPastor George Hilton

250-949-8925 or 250-949-8826“Everyone welcome”

Saturday Services9:30am - Bible Study groups

10:45am - Worship/Praise serviceWednesday @ 7pm - Prayer meeting

Avalon Adventist Jr. Academy Offering Christian Education

250-949-8243 11/14

PORT MCNEILL BAPTIST CHURCH

2501 Mine RoadSunday

9:45 am (Sept-June) - Sunday School11:00 am - Worship Service

7:00 pm - Evening FellowshipYouth Group Wed - 7:00 pm

Children’s Programs & Adult Bible Studies are scheduled throughout the

year. For information contact

Pastor Dave Purdy • 250-956-4737 11/14

LIGHTHOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE

• Chaplain Services• Bible Studies

• Spiritual Counselling • Weekly AA Groups

(8635 Granville St. Port Hardy)250-949-8125

11/14

PORT HARDYCHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert StSunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pm

Tuesday Prayer 7:30 pmMidweek Biblestudies - Call the church

for time and place250-949-6466

Pastor George & Karen Ewald (home) 250-949-9674

E-Mail: [email protected]

11/14

PORT ALICE ANGLICAN- UNITED FELLOWSHIP

Reverend Wade AllenSunday Services - 4pm

1-250-949-6247 Box 159, Port Alice

You are extended a special invitation to share in our Services

11/14

ST. JOHN GUALBERT UNITEDANGLICAN CHURCH

250-956-3533Email: [email protected] call for worship times

Reverend Wade AllenAll Welcome

175 Cedar Street Port McNeill

11/14

GWA’SALA-’NAKWAXDA’XW SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST

CHURCHat entrance to Tsulquate Village

(8898 Park Dr)Saturday/Sabbath

10:00 am-Sabbath School11:15 am-Worship Service

Pastor Randy Elliott 250-230-1885 cell

11/14

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INFORMATION

Advertise in the 2015 - 2017

BC FreshwaterFishing Regulations

SynopsisPlease call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email:

fi [email protected]

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUSIF YOU THINK YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH ALCOHOL

WE CAN HELPPort McNeill-Mon and Fri 8pm

Room 3 at the Old School. 375 Shelly Crescent.

Call Greg 250-949-0153 or Cody 250-230-4218.

Sointula-Thur 7:30pm at the Sointula Medical Centre.

25-2nd St. Call Annie 604-250-7085.

DID YOU KNOW? BBB Ac-credited Businesses contractu-ally agree to operate by the BBB’s 8 Standards of Trust. Look for the 2014 BBB Ac-credited Business Directory E-edition on your Black Press Community Newspaper web-site at

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Accredited Business Directory

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TRAVEL

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EDUCATION/TRADE SCHOOLS

MEDICAL Transcriptionistsneeded! Employers seeking over 200 additional CanScribe graduates. Student loans available. Income-tax receipts issued. Start training today. Work from Home! Visit: www.canscribe.com. or email to: [email protected], Call 1.800.466.1535.

HELP WANTED

PARTS PERSON required for a growing progressive auto/in-dustrial supplier. Experienced applicant will receive top wag-es, full benefi ts and RRSP bo-nuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowanc-es. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto & Industrial, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: [email protected]

Vernon Service Company re-quires Journeyman Electrician $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416 or email: [email protected]

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HELP WANTED

WE ARE looking for enthu-siastic news paper carriers to deliver the Gazette to sub-scribers in various areas in Port Hardy, Port McNeill and Hide creek. This is great way to gain experience with your fi rst job and to earn a little extra spending money! If in-terested please call the of-fi ce at 250-949-6225 and ask for Circulation.

PERSONAL SERVICES

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB.

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COMING EVENTS

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Driver NeededDriver needed to deliver the North Island Gazette to carriers and businesses in Port McNeill and Port Hardy every Thursday morning. Someone with own vehicle that meets safety standards.

Must be bondable and have cash handling experience.

Criminal record check required.

$140/per week, 6-8 hours/per week.

Please drop in or send resume and copy of driver’s abstract to the North Island Gazette office at 7305 Market Street, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0, email: [email protected], or fax to 250-949-7655, attention Circulation Department.

If you would like more information please call 250-949-6225.

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Automotive Sales ConsultantDave Landon Motors requires an Automotive Sales Consultant to join our sales team. This position will provide compensation by way of commissioned sales and a base salary component. In addition to the regular sales duties you will be trained to provide Sales Management assistance and work directly with the Dealer Principal. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the following:

Dave Landon Motors has a full benefits package for medical, dental, short and long term disability. In addition we have a great work environment, an excellent community to live and grow, affordable housing and world class recreational opportunities. Our company is well established with over 44 years as a Ford of Canada franchise and are the winners of many awards including 12 Presidents awards.If you believe you have the required skills, drive and desire to excel in this position and are looking for the opportunity to advance your career to a management role, please forward your resume via e mail to [email protected] to the attention of Todd Landon.

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral• Enjoy working directly with the public• A willingness to work extended hours if required• Good organisational skills• The ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads• The ability to lead a team• Be enthusiastic, ambitious and self-motivated

• Have a good understanding of accounts and report writing• Participate in all skills training to maintain certification• Understand and utilize current computer technologies• The ability to grow a client base though

exceptional service and professional standards

• A commitment to customer satisfaction

DAVE LANDON MOTORSDL # 5507

- NOTICE -Warehouse Lien Act

Auction Sale:Notice is hereby given by 50 Fathom Edge Holdings Inc DBA Advantage Port Hardy Self Storage, that the following items will be sold at a public auction on Saturday November 15, 2014 at 12 PM (noon) if all monies owed are not paid in full. The sale is to be held on our property of 5775 Hardy Bay Rd, Port Hardy BC V0N 2P0.

Douglas Kostering to satisfy debt on storage of property such as approximately:

200) commercial prawn traps2) skates of ground line hooks/snaps2) rolls (one brand new) ground line1) Champion model 5625 generator

1) gill net6) ground line floating flags

1) commercial crab trapMisc. Golf clubs

Any questions relating can be directed toKendra at (250)-230-3955.

INFORMATION

PERSONAL SERVICES


INFORMATION

PERSONAL SERVICES


PERSONAL SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

TAX FREE MONEYis available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mort-gage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.


MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

2-year old 1140 Lt. fuel tank plus many oil furnace parts.Make an offer. For more info call 250-949-7189.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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BUYING OR SELLING?www.bcclassifi ed.com


REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

PORT HARDYWell maintained 6-plex

Great investment$385,000

Call Noreen [email protected]

TWO-BEDROOM mobile on 2+ acres in Hyde Creek (Port McNeill). Updates include fl ooring, counters, and exterior skirting. $199,000 (250)956-3316

HELP WANTED

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER

WHOLE DUPLEX for sale- 1280sq ft per side, 3.5 bdrms, 1.5 bath. 9498 McDougall Rd, Port Hardy, BC. $225,000. Call (250)334-8474.tinyurl.com/porthduplex

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

KINGCOME MANORPORT MCNEILL

NEWLY RENOVATEDBach, 1 or 2 bedrooms.

Newly furnished available.Free sat tv, over 300

channels. Phone Ron and Linda

250-956-3365

PORT HARDY: Airport Rd. 2 bdrm, quiet. NS/NP. Refs. $550. Call 250-949-6319. PORT HARDY, Airport Rd. 1 lg bdrm. Clean,quiet, NS/NP, Ref req. $450. 250-949-6319.

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1.855.678.7833Call today for a free quote

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Smileof the week.

Automotive Sales ConsultantDave Landon Motors requires an Automotive Sales Consultant to join our sales team. This position will provide compensation by way of commissioned sales and a base salary component. In addition to the regular sales duties you will be trained to provide Sales Management assistance and work directly with the Dealer Principal. The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the following:

Dave Landon Motors has a full benefits package for medical, dental, short and long term disability. In addition we have a great work environment, an excellent community to live and grow, affordable housing and world class recreational opportunities. Our company is well established with over 44 years as a Ford of Canada franchise and are the winners of many awards including 12 Presidents awards.If you believe you have the required skills, drive and desire to excel in this position and are looking for the opportunity to advance your career to a management role, please forward your resume via e mail to [email protected] to the attention of Todd Landon.

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral• Enjoy working directly with the public• A willingness to work extended hours if required• Good organisational skills• The ability to work under pressure and prioritise workloads• The ability to lead a team• Be enthusiastic, ambitious and self-motivated

• Have a good understanding of accounts and report writing• Participate in all skills training to maintain certification• Understand and utilize current computer technologies• The ability to grow a client base though

exceptional service and professional standards

• A commitment to customer satisfaction

DAVE LANDON MOTORSDL # 5507

Office/Circulation ManagerThe North Island Gazette has an opportunity for an Office/Circulation Manager that is a result-oriented individual.

The position requires general administration, reception, managing newspaper carriers. The candidate must have a positive attitude, the ability to deal with the public, be a team player and be able to work in an extremely fast-paced environment.

Previous experience in newspaper circulation would be an asset. The position offers a great work environment and strong benefits package.

A valid drivers license is required.

Black Press community news media is an independent and international media group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications, 14 press facilities and over 160 websites in BC, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio.

Please forward your resume to: Dave Hamilton, Publisher [email protected]

NORTHISLAND GAZETTE

Summary

SALTWATER ASSISTANT SITE MANAGER

Do you have a passion for growing sh?Do you have effective leadership skills to keep a team engaged?We are looking for people like you.

Requirements

• At least one complete cycle working on a farm sea site• Critical and creative problem-solving skills• Superb communication skills• Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Of ce• Preference for a diploma or degree in aquaculture or related eld

How to applyPlease forward a resume by fax or email to:

Cermaq CanadaEmail: [email protected]

(Please state “Assistant Site Manager” in subject line)Fax: 250-725-1250

sustainable aquaculture


HELP WANTED


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RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

TWO OCEANS IN COAL HARBOUR

Large fully furnished 2 bdrm Apartment includes stove, fridge, washer, dryer & micro. Clean, comfy, quiet & upgrad-ed. Rural setting overlooking harbour. Satellite TV channels included ($90 value). Available Now. $650+ hydro with a 1 year lease. Pets considered. Call 1-250-949-8855.www.twoceans.com

HELP WANTED

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

PORT HARDY: Reno’d 3 bdrm condo, secure building & caretaker on site. W/D, d/w, NS/NP. Avail. Oct. 15. Heat & hot water incl. $750/mo. 1/2 month rent free for signing yr lease. Ref. req. Call 250-949-7085.

PORT MCNEILL- 3 Bdrm townhouse. Call 250-956-3440. www.portmcneilltown houses.yolasite.com

HELP WANTED

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

Port Hardy, BCWest Park Manor

&Lindsay Manor

1/2 month free for selected suites!

Large one & two bedroom suites, some with a great

view, all clean and in excellent condition.

Also elegantly furnished executive suites available. Well maintained secure &

quiet buildings. Close to shopping.

Friendly onsite residentmanagers.

Call Renee toll free 1-877-227-7888 or email for info: comehome@pineridge-

village.ca

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

PORT HARDY - 3.5 bdrm duplex 9498B McDougal, w/fenced yrd. W/D. 1-250-334-7507.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

PORT MCNEILLMobile Home Park

Pads for rent.Short walk to shopping,

school & ocean.$300/ month

Call 250-758-4454

HOMES FOR RENT

5-BDRM HOUSE on Found-ers. $1250./mo. Responsible tenants. Call Hans (250)230-4090, 604-814-2327.

RENTALS

SUITES, LOWER

HIGH CREEK- 2 bdrm suite (250)902-9703 or 250-956-4356.

TOWNHOUSES

PORT HARDY- Seawind Estates, 3 bdrm, in-suite W/D. $850. Call (604)[email protected]

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO ACCESSORIES/PARTS

SNOW TIRES FOR SALE 205/70R16-96T on steel rims. Fits Honda CRV 2002-2006Near new,$300. 250-230-3732

AUTO FINANCING

Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today! 1.800.910.6402

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022

CARS

2003 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER

2.4 L Turbo GT, Loaded, all power, heated leather seats, sunroof, low miles, 164K Km.$4200. O.B.O. 250-949- 6968

MARINE

BOATS

36’ Trojan Tri-Cabin, twin Yanmar diesels, low hours, ex-tremely economical. Health forced sale, super deal, $40K obo. 250-732-2744

BOAT / RV STORAGESafe secure storage in N Is-land’s largest facility. 5 acres + chain link-fenced yard. 15000 sqft inside stor-age, low rates. Port McNeill. 250-956-4757 or 250-949-0227.

Learn More. Achieve More.If you or an adult you know would like to improve

reading, writing or math skills, look under LEARN in

the Yellow Pages™ or visit www.LookUnderLearn.ca

sports & recreationSubmit results to 250-949-6225 Fax 250-949-7655 or email us at [email protected] • Deadline 10 am Monday

on deckTell us about items of interest to the sports community.

November 1Rep hockey

North Island Eagles atom development hosts Comox Valley in tiering-round play, 1:45 p.m., Port Alice. Midgets host Saanich in league play, 2 p.m., Port Hardy. Peewees host Peninsula in league play, 4:15 p.m., Port Hardy.

November 14-16Curling

Fort Rupert Curling Club mixed open bon-spiel. Draw times to be announced; con-cession, lounge open throughout weekend. For info or to register, email [email protected].


North Island Eagles bantams host Oceanside in league play, 1:45 p.m., Port Alice. Midgets host Kerry Park, 4 p.m., Port Alice.


North Island Eagles midgets host Kerry Park in league play, 9 a.m., Port Hardy.


North Island Eagles bantams host Juan de Fuca in league play, 3 p.m., Port McNeill. Peewees host Alberni, 4:15 p.m., Port McNeill.


North Island Eagles peewees host Alberni in league play, 9 a.m., Port McNeill.

November 28-30Curling

Broughton Curling Club men’s open bon-spiel, Port McNeill. Lounge and conces-sion, draw times tba. Info, Nick, 250-956-2736.


Gazette staffPORT HARDY—The

Wild Women’s hockey tourney returned to the Don Cruickshank Memorial Arena last weekend, playing down to four finals to accom-modate this year’s record turnout of teams.

In the Ladies Division, Sunday’s final saw the Juiceheads and Downpour replay Saturday’s final tiering game which ended in a tie between the sides. This time around the Juiceheads ran out 5-0 winners, Sarah Case earning the shutout in goal.

The scoreline is somewhat mislead-ing as there was little to choose between the sides for long peri-ods. Kristy Mellow’s early strike gave the Juiceheads the advan-tage but it took until midway throughout the second half to double the lead.

But once they found the scoring touch, the Juiceheads added three in quick succes-sion, Kirstie Bradshaw, Emily and Carly Heavenor providing the crucial touches.

Kelly McLaughlin crowned the win with the fifth in the closing minutes.

In the Mens A final, a four-goal second-half onslaught helped the Warriors to a 5-1 vic-

tory over the Islanders.Shelby Cockell

opened the scoring for the Port Hardy side on a power play, firing home from the high slot.

The one-goal advan-tage stayed in place until after the ice-clean-ing break when Corey Swain broke forward and laid off for Eddie Walkus to smash a one-

timer into the net.Two minutes later

the Warriors went three up when David Shaw squared the puck for Jake Colbourne to hammer home from the right.

Cockell doubled his tally soon after fol-lowing a Brett Demoe break from his own zone. Demoe carried

the puck to the end line and round the goal before passing back for Cockell to collect and pick his spot through traffic from the blue line.

Cockell was denied a hat trick with six min-utes left when Islanders goalie Adam Hall got his pads on the shot. Walkus was on hand

to convert the rebound, however.

Graham McKay spoiled Jason Saunders’ shutout and grabbed a consolation for the Islanders with five minutes left to play on a steal and score.

Three Mainline goals in less than a minute early in the first peri-od put the Whalers on

the back foot and put Mainline on the road to a comfortable 11-3 win in the Mens B Division.

Chad Mackenzie, Ethan Shaw, Jordan Mercer and Clayton Brown each scored a brace for Mainline with Tom Cessford, Travis Pearson and Adam Dmetrichuk also finding the net. Barry Wilson scored twice and Shay Peterson added the consolation for the Whalers.

The Ice Devils con-tinued its unbeaten streak in the round-rob-in into the Oldtimers final, topping WW1 3-1 in a hard-fought battle.

Al Ruston opened the scoring for the Devils, lifting the puck into the net from the left circle. Gord Jones made it two before the break, tipping home a Rob Brittain delivery on a power play.

WW1 pulled one back in style in the second, Bill Milligan driving the puck and laying off behind for Shane Murdoch to fire into the roof of the goal past net minder Aaron Hinton.

Rushton had the final word, however, breaking forward to go one-on-one with Pat Penney, rounding the keeper and slotting home into the empty net.

Above: The Warriors went unbeaten on the weekend to take the top spot in the Men's Division of the annual Wild Women Hockey Tournament. Right: Kristy Bradshaw fires in a shot for the Juiceheads against the Downpour in the Ladies final of the Wild Women tourney in Port Hardy last weekend.

Left: Mainline goalie Ryan Handley gets across to cover after saving a shot from the Whalers in the Mens B final.Below: Al Rushton rounds WW1 goalie Pat Penney to score the winning goal for the Ice Devils in the Oldtimers final Sunday.

One Wild weekend in Hardy

A O'Toole

www.northislandgazette.com Thursday, October 30, 201422 Sports & Recreation

J.R. RardonGazette editorP O R T

McNEILL—A slow start left the North Island Eagles trailing visiting Juan de Fuca by two goals late in the second period of their atom develop-ment hockey game at Chilton Regional Arena Saturday.

That turned out to leave plenty of time to turn the tables.

Ethan Bono scored four goals, including the tying score, as the Eagles pulled away

for a 10-6 victory that evened their record in placement games at 2-2.

“I have a feeling that’s going to be a constant theme this season,” head coach Ray Bono said of the high-scoring, back-and-forth affair. One week earlier, the atoms played a similar game against Nanaimo B2 that ended in an 8-7 loss.

This time, howev-er, when the Eagles grabbed the lead they never gave it up.

Juan de Fuca jumped to a 4-1 lead in the opening period, and still led 5-3 with just 4:21 left in the second. That’s when Ethan Bono started the rally by one-timing Tyler Roper’s

crossing pass into the net for a power-play goal. Less than a minute and a half later, Bono reached his stick out to redi-rect a point shot by Cole Klughart past the Grizzlies’ goalie

and tie the game at 5, even as the Juan de Fuca bench called fruitlessly for a high-stick call.

Then with just 17.4 second left in the period, the Eagles took their first lead of the day when Tristan Mardell’s rush and vigorous work behind the net set up David Hurley for the go-ahead tally.

“The kids came out flat,” assistant coach Steve Verbrugge said. “But they battled back. They played

really well once they got going.”

That success extend-ed to goalie Griffin Handley, who allowed just a single goal, on a Grizzlies breakaway, over the final 30 min-utes of play.

“Griffin kept us in it,” Ray Bono said. “He gave us a chance to win the game.”

After Juan de Fuca drew within 7-6 on the breakaway goal, Ethan Bono, Roper and Ethan Fuller scored consecutive goals over the final 6:09 to put it

away.Klughart and Roper

finished with two goals each in the win. Bono and Klughart had three assists each, Roper had two, and individual assists were collected by Skyler Evans, David Klatt, Matthew Datos, Mardell, Evan Manke, Daunte McKinney and Kai Verbrugge.

The atoms wrap up their five-game place-ment round with a 1:15 p.m. game against Comox Saturday in Port Alice.

Gazette staffPORT McNEILL—After

blitzing through their place-ment-round schedule unbeat-en, the North Island Eagles midget hockey team found somewhat tougher sledding in their Division 3 regular-season opener Saturday at Chilton Regional Arena.

Then again, the coaching staff said the squad bears much of the responsibility for a 3-0 blanking at the hands of Juan de Fuca T2.

“We have a very good pass-ing team that decided to come out and play an individual game, against a team that’s fast and that plays the same style we do,” Eagles head coach Aaron Hinton said.

In the first half of play, there was very little about the teams that seemed similar. The visit-ing Grizzlies employed that speed to great effect, beating the hosts to loose pucks and jumping into passing lanes when puck-handlers waited too long to share.

Still, despite facing a series of odd-man rushes in the early

going, midget goalie Nyck Ruel kept Juan de Fuca off the board until Eric Le managed to snap a wrist shot from the left circle that caromed off Ruel’s glove and into the net with 4:54 to play in the first period.

The Eagles’ best team hock-ey came in the late-first and early second periods, when they successfully killed a five-minute stretch short-handed that included a double-minor and a minute of 3-on-5 play. But all that work was erased

when, midway through the period, sloppy puck-handling on a power play allowed the Grizzlies’ Holden Cochrane a short-handed breakaway chance and goal that gave Juan de Fuca a 2-0 lead at the break.

After intermission, the Eagles were clearly a differ-ent team, and used a solid forecheck to pin the Grizzlies in their own end for extend-ed stretches. But they rarely forced Spandli to move in net, and the goalie was up to the

task of stopping or deflecting shots from a squared-up posi-tion.

“Their goalie had a good game,” Eagles assistant coach John Murgatroyd said. “He’s a big kid and he moves well. But when you’re not moving the puck you can make a goalie look better than he is.”

The midgets’ strong fore-check continued well into the third period, and the team seemed to have a golden oppor-tunity to cut the deficit in half when they went on their final power-play. But Cochrane once more got free on a short-handed breakaway and, again, made good on the rush to provide the final margin.

From that point on the hosts went back to a scrambling style as Juan de Fuca was con-tent to trap and frustrate the Eagles with dump-and-chase tactics.

“You can’t play this level of hockey individually,” Murgatroyd said. “The good thing is, we have smart guys on our team. They’re gonna correct that.”

Atoms battle back to win high-scoring game

Midgets lose out in opener

TrisTan swain-walkusThe Port Hardy defender was

recognized as PHSS’s all-star at the Island A senior boys’ soccer

championship in Duncan last week.Photo submitted

aThleTe of the Week

North Island Eagles goalie Nyck Ruel eyes an incom-ing shot off the stick of Juan de Fuca’s Cody Law Saturday in Port McNeill.

Left: David Klatt of the North Island Eagles, left, breaks up a pass attempt by Juan de Fuca’s Kevin Wolfe during the teams’ atom development game in Port McNeill Saturday.Right: Tristan Mardell of the North Island Eagles, left, lifts the stick of Juan de Fuca’s Keaira Hall to prevent a clearing pass dur-ing the teams’ atom development game.

J.R. Rardon

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“The kids came out flat. But they battled back. They played really well once they got going.”

Steve Verbrugge


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Library continues its series on remarkable women with Strength in Partnership, 6:30 p.m. Reading, discussion. Info, 250-949-6661. Also, Halloween Story Time for Spooks, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Port Hardy Library. Wear a costume or come as you are for a spooky story and face painting.

October 31Annual Halloween Costume Crawl, 3-5 p.m., Market

Street in Port Hardy. Hosted by Cafe Guido. Bring your little ghouls door-to-door for treats and prizes from local merchants. Participants will be identified by post-ers in their store windows.

October 31Port McNeill Halloween Fireworks display,

Centennial ball field. Bonfire begins 6:30 p.m., fire-works start 7 p.m. Free hot dogs and hot chocolate for kids.

October 31Port Hardy Halloween Fireworks display, Storey’s

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October 31Bear’s Monster Bash Halloween dance, 9 p.m.-2

a.m., 7170 Rupert St. (next to Clothes Inn), Port Hardy. Live music and DJ. Proceeds to benefit youth drama and music group; cash prizes for best, sexiest and scariest costumes. Tickets $15 or 2 for $25. Info, 250-230-2243.

November 1Annual Pumpkin Patch walk on the Port Hardy water-

front, 6-8 p.m. Check out the jack-o-lanterns, grim reap-ers and spooks, then visit the bonfire for free hot dogs, hot chocolate and glitter tattoos. Sponsored by Port Hardy Visitor Centre and Chamber of Commerce, Fox’s Disposal, Port Hardy Lions and Port Hardy Volunteer Fire Dept.

November 1North Island Concert Society presents jazz pianist and

vocalist Michael Kaeshammer, 7:30 p.m., Port Hardy Civic Centre. Tickets $25, $10 students to age 17, in advance at Port Hardy Museum, Cafe Guido, Port McNeill Flower Shoppe. See more on Page 8.

November 1Fall Tea and Bazaar, 2-4 p.m., St. Columba Church, Port

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November 1-2 Annual Rotary Auction at the Thunderbird Mall 11

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November 2 Watch a family-friendly movie before it comes out on

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November 3All-candidates meeting for the Village of Port Alice,

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November 4All-candidates meeting for the Village of Alert Bay,

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PHSS loses out on provincial berthGazette staffThey may not be heading

to provincials, but the Port Hardy Secondary School senior boys soccer side can hold their heads up after fall-ing to tough competition in the Island A tournament at the Cowichan Sportsplex.

The North Island side faced Victoria’s St. Andrew’s Wednesday, which, along with Glenlyon-Norfolk, rep-resented the pair to beat in the tournament.

The local side held the down-Islanders scoreless for the opening 20 minutes with a defensive 5-4-1 formation

but an unlucky deflection paved the way for a 6-0 St. Andrew’s victory.

“We played really hard for 20 minutes,” explained coach Mike Cleary. “We were just

starting to get some momen-tum, starting to attack and we were getting some shots

on net.”That momentum was stunt-

ed when a deflection off a corner ended up in the PHSS net. “You could see the wind come out of our sail,” said Cleary. “We lost our momen-tum, the goal gave them a confidence boost and they scored two more.”

Facing 3-0 at half-time the local side came out with a more aggressive stance in the second half, chasing the defi-cit, but the Victoria side took advantage of the extra room and found three more in the second half.

Tristan Swain-Walkus got

the nod as the team’s all-star for his performance.

The side faced Dwight International in the consola-tion game and were disap-pointed to lose out 4-2 on penalties after tying 1-1 in regulation.

Riley Nelson scored for the local side after Darryl Coon burst forward and followed up his shot to set up a poach-er’s goal for Nelson.

Glenlyon-Norfolk emerged as champions, beating St. Andrew’s 5-4 in extra time. Both sides advance to the provincials in Nakusp Nov. 6-8.

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