The Frozen Mukluk

The Frozen Mukluk
Local Monthly News from Faro, Yukon
Vol. 4 Issue 6
JUNE 2012
In This Issue;
Faro Volunteer
Fire Department News
Wildlife
Viewing
Faro Library
Town of Faro
Health Centre
Small Business
Employment
Interest
Groups
Classifieds
Announcements
Blasts from
the Past
Faro RCMP
My Yukon Life
Magundy
Cartoon
Sylvains
Aviation Services
Lots More!!
Safety-dog takes the Sheep cabin shuttle!!!
USELESS
FACTS
*
There are more
donut shops in
Canada per capita
than any other
country.
*
0.3% of all road
accidents in
Canada involve a
Moose
*
Dueling is legal in
Paraguay as long
as both parties
are registered
blood donors
*
Cuba is the only
island in the
Caribbean to
have a railroad
*
www.brainofbrian.com
JUNE 2011 WEATHER:
The new playground is almost ready!!
Quote of the Month;
Max Temp: +25.0 C
Max Temp.
Date:
JUNE 24th 2011
Min. Temp: -0.5 C
Min Temp
Date:
JUNE 3rd 2011
"Flowers are beautiful hieroglyphics of
nature, with which she indicates how
much she loves us."
Wolfgang von Geothe (28 Aug. 1749–22 Mar. 1832)
German writer, pictorial artist, biologist,
theoretical physicist, and polymath
Precipitation: 65.8 mm
Need a Reason to Celebrate in JUNE?
June 2
June 3
June 4
June 5
June 6th
June 8
June 10
June 11
June 12
June 13
June 14
June 15
June 17
June 18
June 20
June 21
June 24
June 25
June 26
June 30
Aboriginal day
Repeat Day
Old Maid's Day, Cheese Day, 1st Ford made
World Environment Day
Teacher’s Day
World Ocean Day
National Yo-yo Day
National Hug Holiday
World against Child Labour Day
National Juggling Day
Flag Day
Fly A Kite Day, Family History Day
Father’s Day, Disneyland opened (1955)
International Picnic Day
Refugee Day, Summer Solstice Day
Aboriginal Day
St Jean Batiste day (Quebec)
Log Cabin Day
Toothbrush invented (1948)
Superman’s birthday, Meteor Day
JUNE is….
Carnival and Circus
Month
National Fresh Fruit
& Vegetable Month
Dairy Month
Iced Tea Month
Hugs Week (3rd
week)
Student Safety
Month
HEALTH CENTRE NEWS
Only EMERGENCY needs will be seen
after regular hours.
Call 994-4444 OR 811
WALK-IN SICK CLINIC:
Monday to Friday
8:30 to 11:30 am & 3:00 to 4:00 pm
PUBLIC HEALTH HOURS
(Please make appointment)
Monday to Friday 1:00 to 3:00 pm
DOCTOR SERVICES:
Dr. Bousquet –
June 5th , 7th 8th , 19th,
21st , 22nd .
Call 994-4444 to book appointments.
Please bring your Health Care Card.
From the Folks Who Help You to Be Healthy.
Whitehorse Pharmacies
Pharmacies will send other items by
mail, besides prescriptions.
Medicine Chest Pharmacy
1-800-661-0404
Shoppers Drug Mart – Main St.
1-800-661-0506
Shoppers Drug Mart – Mall
1-800-661-0413
Wal-Mart Pharmacy
1-866-806-9056
Drugstore Pharmacy @ Superstore
Non-Toll free
1-867-456-6635
***IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING DOCTOR CLINICS**
***NOTE: People who have an appointment will be
expected to bring ALL of their current medications with
them when they see the doctor. If you arrive for your
appointment with the doctor without your medications
you will be sent home to get them. ***
The doctors here in Faro work at seeing clients on time.
While delays do happen that cannot be predicted,
getting to your appointment on time is important.
If you are more than 5 minutes late for your doctor’s
appointment, you may be asked to rebook your
appointment at the next clinic.
Thank you for your help in these areas so we can all
have a successful doctor clinic.
When managing your medications, please renew your
prescription in plenty of time so that you DO NOT RUN
OUT!!!!
Regulations have changed and only seeing a doctor will
get your prescription renewed.
It takes time because doctors’ clinics only happen every
2 weeks, are frequently fully booked, and takes 1 week
to come from Whitehorse by mail.
Cool website of the month:
www.intershelter.com
Dome shelters in a kit! Made in Alaska, with a Yukon distributor.
Reasonable prices, different sizes, easy set up, and many uses.
Just plain “cool” actually!
DID YOU KNOW?
The March 2012 estimated
population of Yukon was 35,944,
the highest in Yukon's recent
history.
The Whitehorse population of
27,322 was an increase of 530, or
2.0%, over the March 2011
population, and also represented
87.5% of the population growth
across Yukon.
www.eco.gov.yk.ca/stats
From Lena Brule....
Lena is open to suggestions
& comments regarding her
embroidery, and also offers
custom embroidery. If you
are interested
Call 994-3219
Search:
faroyukon
JUNE MAIL OUT SPONSOR:
This issue’s mail out
was sponsored by:
Helen Wagantall
SORRY WE
MISSED YOU....
Visit
www.yukonadventure
mag.com
Yukon Housing
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Dept. Of
Environment
New podcasts every
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Thanks Helen!!!!
If you would like to sponsor an issue,
send us an email:
[email protected]
* And anyone else
that may have liked
to submit......we’d
love to hear from
you for the JULY
issue!!
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l.com
Special Guests Include:
Dog mushers Musicians
Artists
Adventurers
Bush pilots Trappers
Miners Historians
Outfitters…and other
Yukoners
to read about amazing
and inspiring stories of
Yukon adventures.
We are always looking for
stories
(and often running
contests!) so if you’d like
to submit something,
contact us at
admin@yukonadventure
mag.com
We’d love to hear
from some more Faro
residents!
BIZARRE ORIGINS OF
TODAY’S SAYINGS
The Saying: TOUCH WOOD
In Celtic time’s people believed that benevolent spirits lived in trees. When in
trouble people knocked on the tree and asked the spirits for help.
The Saying: TRUE BLUE
This phrase was originally true as Coventry blue as the dyers in Coventry used
a blue dye that lasted and did not wash out easily. However the phrase
became shortened.
The Saying: TURN THE OTHER CHEEK
Jesus told his followers not to retaliate against violence. In Luke 6:29 he told
them that if somebody strikes you on one cheek turn the other cheek to him
as well.
EDITORS NOTES.....
A “GREENER” MUKLUK....
Would you prefer to “go Green & read the
Mukluk electronically?
The Frozen Mukluk is also now available on the
Town of Faro Website in PDF Format
Many thanks to Kara Went, Erica Ward & Heather Grantham for some great photos !!
BIG apology to Sandy Ruether for goofing her ad last month. I’ll try not to fall asleep at
the wheel this time!
There was no shortage of things to do around here last month, that’s for sure – holy
cow! So many great folks making and having so much fun – Our town is AWESOME!
What a month we had! The Crane & Sheep Festival, Mothers Day, and the long Victoria
day week-end just to name a few. Now on to Grad Day, Fathers day, Aboriginal day, &
the longest day of 2012.
Many thanks again this month to Town of Faro for use of the copier again – hopefully
the new Mukluk one will be able to print more than 5 pages at a time someday soon!
Once again, a huge thank you to all contributors, readers and supporters. None of this is
possible without you!
Happy Father’s Day Dad!
H
REIKI
Reiki is a healing technique
used for relaxation, stress
reduction and for balance of
the chakras in the body. It is
a non-invasive procedure that
has been compared to a
relaxing massage. The
healing takes place when the
practitioner uses “life force
energy” in a concentrated
manner and directs it into the
patient’s body. It does not
involve any pain, and in most
cases, removes any existing
pain from the body.
If you’ve been dealing with
any physical or emotional
pain and would like some
respite from it, please contact
medical intuitive and certified
Reiki practitioner, Barb, at
867-332-9073 to set up an
appointment.
DVG ENVIRO CLUB
The Del Van Gorder Enviro Club's Earth Day Bottle drive was a great success and raised just over $300! A special
thank you to all those who volunteered their time ( Dean, Flo, Maliki and Taylor Shorty; Cindy and Dayna Bekk; and
Peter Kazda)
Also, a special thank you to the people of Faro for all their donations. With the money we raised we were able to
support "adoptions" of endangered species through the World Wildlife Fund and also donated towards the
preservation of the Beaufort Sea and the fresh waters of the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence region.
Together we can make change possible. By supporting these initiatives, the Enviro club is helping to protect wildlife,
conserve habitats and build a sustainable future locally, nationally and globally. Together, we can find long-term
conservation solutions that benefit both people and nature :)
Stay tuned for the Fall when the Enviro Club will rejoin to promote environmental awareness throughout the year.
Thanks again everyone and have a wonderful summer.
Keep on recycling!
Sincerely,
Kathleen Evans, Enviro Club Leader, Del Van Gorder School
THE FIREFIGHTER
JUNE 2012
Calling the Fire Department is one of those things that nobody thinks about until there’s an emergency. That’s when
the panicking starts. Now all of a sudden there are so many things to remember. What was that phone number? What
street is this? What’s the number on that house?
994-2222
That’s our Fire Department’s emergency phone number. If you need to speak to the Fire Chief or have questions that
are not of an emergency nature please call the town shop. This allows our emergency line to stay available at all times.
Let’s try a practice run. Your house is on fire, what should you do?
1. Get out! In general our homes are filled with products that make life easier, until they catch fire that is.
Then the toxins that are released as smoke become instantly deadly. Breathing these toxins will kill you
long before the fire reaches you.
2. Phone 994-2222! Your phone will ring several times because your call is being transferred to a radio which
someone with the Fire Department is carrying at all times.
3. Answer all questions! In the heat of the moment this will seem like a stupid waste of time but it really
isn’t. The more information we have ahead of time the better we can plan. All of our firefighters carry
pagers that allow us to hear your entire conversation.
4. Stay near the phone if possible! If you are still in the burning building remember rule number one. Get
out! If you are safe, staying near the phone will allow us to call you back if we need more information.
Here is how your call might be answered.
“Faro Fire Department, this is the Fire Chief. Do you have an emergency?”
This is an important question because if you do not, we need to free up the line quickly.
Here are some questions you might be asked.
“Are you still in the building?” “Are any people still inside?” “Do you see smoke?” “Do you see
fire?” “How big is the fire?” “What is the address?” “Where are you now?”
While you are giving information we will be making plans and most of us will already be on our
way to the Fire Hall by the time the sirens begin to wail.
But most importantly, with a lot of planning and a little luck we will never meet under such circumstances. In future
issues I hope to discuss smoke detectors, escape plans, safe storage and the many other things that go into living a long
and fire free life.
Training Officer
BB(Brian)Bekk
FARO RCMP DETACHMENT
Summer has finally arrived!!
Congratulations to our Van Gorder School graduating Class!! Great
job and good luck with all your future endeavors!!
CAMPBELL REGION INTERPRETIVE
CENTRE
Thank you to those who enjoyed a hot coffee or cold drink with us
at the Kettle Café during Police Week. It was great to see all the
youth and Faro residents out enjoying the great work the students
are doing with the Café. Special thanks to the Kettle Café staff for
preparing all the great drinks for everyone who made it out.
We are back for another season at the
Interpretive Center and what a start we
had. It was great to see so many people
coming for the Crane & Sheep Festival. We
counted 305 visitors at the BBQ. Also the
first tourists from Overseas arrived!
Have you lost your bike? A Faro resident located a women’s bicycle
in a gravel pit near Faro. The bike is in fairly good shape and is
waiting for its owner to pick it up at the detachment. Faro RCMP
have received no complaints of stolen bikes leaving us with no one
to return the bike to. If you have lost your bike, stop in and let us
know.
Last month we talked a little about off road vehicles being driven
on the road. Since then those using off road vehicles have done a
great job staying on the trails and have asked some good questions
about legislation and ways to ride safely. Keep up the great work
With “off roading” in mind, please be aware that not everyone
shares your joy and enthusiasm for the noise associated to some of
the machines. When you have to ride a trail near houses please
ride with you neighbors enjoyment of their property and space in
mind. Some folks live in isolated areas for peace and quiet while
others live here for great outdoor recreation. With a little thought
and consideration we can all enjoy what Faro has to offer together.
While traveling this summer keep the posted speed limits in mind.
With the nice weather and good road conditions we have noticed
speeds are increasing on the Robert Campbell Highway and within
the Town of Faro. Plan ahead and leave yourself enough time to
enjoy your drive and get where you’re going safely without
exceeding the posted speed limits.
Have a great June!!
To contact Faro RCMP in an emergency, call 994-5555 or 1-867-667-5555.
These calls will be answered by Whitehorse OCC who will have officers
respond to the call. For general inquiries in the community, call 994-2677. If
there is no answer, please phone 994-5555 and an officer will be contacted.
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Faro Detachment would like to remind members of the community about our
Emergency Phone located at the front entrance to the Detachment. This phone
line is connected directly to Whitehorse RCMP dispatch. The caller only has to
hold the phone to their ear and someone from Whitehorse Dispatch will
answer. This will ensure a quicker response from Faro RCMP members.
We want to say a “Big Thank You” to:
Faro Arts & Recreation Association for the
great Chili Dinner Friday evening!
Tom Lie
Lucy Moreira
Michel Dupont
Dave Rogerson
Betty Murphy
Diana Rogerson
Mc Millan Outfitters Kel Sax
& Bernie & Tessie Grant for all the work
you put in before and during the BBQ.
“Thank you” to all the artists, who did
demonstrations and workshops during the
Festival!
Events for the month of June:
Sunday, June 10th:
Flea Market from 11 am to 2 pm
(Please reserve a table!)
Thursday, June 28th:
1st Fire Side Chat & Bocce Tournament.
Starts at 5:30 pm!
Our opening hours for June will be
8:00 am to 6:00 pm daily.
Have a great summer!
Sabine and Sharon
A Message from the Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre & Girls Night
Out............................
Faro Golf Club
It is great to see so many people already
using the golf course this season. Thanks
to the community for supporting us.
Kudos to those wonderful volunteers who
are actively working out on the course,
planning the golf tournament, donating
items etc. Many people have already
purchased memberships already this
season.
Please see postings for our upcoming 15th
annual golf tournament on July 20 & 21.
To sign up or for any questions, contact
our Tournament Coordinator Helen
Wagantall.
May was Sexual Assault Prevention Month. This year, Victoria Faulkner
Women’s Centre, along with a brilliant crew of women’s groups, borrowed the
slogan “Men Can Stop Rape.”
> We held a panel, made up entirely of men, speaking to the ways they work
to end sexual assault. Instead of our old, standard, women’s self-defence
classes, we’re holding a sex-positive workshop on consent, safer sex and
condom negotiation. We’ve published the controversial Top 10 Tips To End
Rape posters and handbills.
> The 10 Tips are things like “Don’t put drugs in women’s drinks” and “Carry a
rape whistle! If you are worried you might assault someone ‘by accident,’ you
can hand it to the person you are with, so they can call for help.” Finally it
says, “Don’t rape.”
> The 10 Tips have really stirred up some controversy. We’re not shy of
controversy - it means people are communicating about the topic of rape - but
there are some points we’d like to clarify.
> Our intent is to replace this current rape culture - the one that
communicates its complicity through its silence - with a culture in which men
call out other men, with a culture that joyously celebrates consensual
expressions of sexuality - in which there is no room for sexualized violence.
> Women have been told for eons that stopping rape is up to us. We’re
bombarded with tips for keeping ourselves safe. But the thing is this:
The Driving Range shack is now open for
business. For the driving range we will
do our best to accommodate special
events or groups of at least 3 people or
more. The hours are flexible, but please
call in advance. For golf car rentals,
please call in advance if possible, as well.
Golf cars will only be rented to
responsible vehicle license holders. See
posters (at Golf Shack, Interpretive Centre
etc.) for contact information.
If anyone has a request of the Golf Club
or is looking for information please
contact us at:
PO Box 96, Faro YT, Y0B 1K0 or
[email protected] or
Michelle Vainio @ 994-3466 (for
information or for items for our meeting
agenda). (You can also reach the Faro
Golf Club President, Gary Jones through
these contacts – information will be
relayed to him promptly.)
Happy Golfing!
> Women’s self-defence classes can’t stop rape.
> Women dressing conservatively can’t stop rape.
> Women arming themselves can’t stop rape.
> Women staying indoors after dark can’t stop rape.
> Women can protect themselves, and be afraid, dress conservatively, and
stay indoors.
> And we will still be raped.
> And when we are, all these lessons communicate that somehow - that
victim of rape is to blame for being assaulted. She has failed to protect herself.
> When really, in order to stop rape: Rapists need to stop raping.
> We need education around the definition of rape.
> Young people need to systematically learn about communication and
consent.
> We all need to break the silence around sexualized assault and interrupt
cycles of violence.
> We need to recognize that rape is not incidental or uncontrollable, but a
deliberate act.
> We need to ensure that a woman’s dignity is respected when she reports
rape - that she is heard, believed, understood and respected. The judicial
system needs to believe women, to represent women victims of sexualized
assault more effectively, and to treat us with dignity.
> Police need to do the same. So do our friends. And our families and
communities need to hear us, believe us, understand and respect us.
> Because until men step up en masse - until the few men who do this work
are joined by a majority of men - calling out rape jokes and sexism amongst
their friends, actively working for equality, being consistently loving, respectful
role models, and working alongside women’s groups - we will still be raped.
> Men can stop rape. It’s time to step up and do it.
Julianna Scramstad, Program Coordinator
Victoria Faulkner Women's Centre
503 Hanson St.
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1Y9 phone: 667-2693 fax: 667-7004
Girls News
Girls Night Out is selling raffle tickets!! The raffle is a fundraiser for our upcoming events, including our
Vancouver trip, a photography camp and a retreat on violence prevention. There are only 250 tickets, they
cost $20 each and there are 3 great prizes up for grabs! Please buy a ticket and support our group!
1st prize: Travel Certificate for Air North for a return trip to Vancouver, Edmonton or Calgary Value $750
2nd prize: Faro Getaway, 2 nights at Far O Way Guest House (thanks Cyndy and Brian!!), Unlimited Golf
(thanks Faro Golf Club!!), 1/2 hour massage (thanks Michele Lynch!!), Gift Certificates to the Kettle and to
Studio Restaurant (Thanks Phyliss!) Value $370
3rd prize: Evening at Home Basket, Movie Rentals, Popcorn and Snacks, Massage Oils, Soaps and Lotions
(thanks Glennys!), Gift Certificate to M&M Meats. Value $100
Draw will be held at the Canada Celebration on July 1st.
GNO is heading to Vancouver from June 17-24. We are so excited about this trip and have planned some great
activities! We are touring university campuses, going to Wildplay Nanaimo for zip lining, screaming our heads
off at Playland, going on a Dinner Cruise, going to Tofino to the beach, going to a Shakespeare Play at Bard on
the Beach and staying at a condo right on the beach complete with hot tub! Thank you to everyone who
supported our fundraisers, we raised over $5000 for this trip.
Thanks to Kara for coming out to show us all how to make moose sausages and to Glennys who came to make
soap with us. Also thanks to Judy for coming out to host a Spa/Health night. We love to involve women from
our community to teach workshops and share their talents with us like this!! Its lots of fun and it creates great
mentoring relationships between girls and women in our community!
If you would like to share a talent with our girls, from making the perfect brownie to any type of craft to talks
and learning about any subject, please call Heather at 994-2006 or Kirsten at 994-3441 to jjoin us for a
meeting! GNO meets every Wednesday night at the Bible Chapel.
May 30, 2012
The CBC has announced that on July 31, 2012, it will shut off free over-the-air TV service everywhere in the Yukon. The CBC currently
has transmission sites in Whitehorse, Dawson, Elsa, Faro, Mayo and Watson Lake. All these sites will be shut down. This will not affect
residents that watch TV using a cable or satellite service. Anyone that watches TV using ‘bunny ears’ or a rooftop antenna, however,
will lose service. The CBC is taking this measure in response to recent budget cuts made by the federal government and has no plans to
renew free over-the-air service in the future.
I am writing to let you know that your community (if it is among those listed above) has options. The Canadian Association of
Community Television Users and Stations (CACTUS) is a non-profit association that promotes the value of community media and assists
communities in establishing community media centres.
SHORT-TERM SOLUTIONS
In the short term, residents who rely on over-the-air CBC/Radio-Canada have two options:

Subscribe to a cable or satellite service to continue to access the CBC (Shaw has offered to provide Canadians who experience
service losses with a free satellite dish and a basic free package of channels including the CBC at no charge)
 The municipality can contact the CBC to acquire its transmitter and/or broadcasting tower, and keep the CBC available free to air
indefinitely.
It varies community by community whether:
a) The CBC is decommissioning (getting rid of) the entire site, transmitter and all.
b) Just the transmitter, but is keeping the tower to transmit CBC radio.
c) Just the transmitter, which is installed on a tower belonging to a third party (e.g. in Whitehorse, Mayo and Elsa)
Each municipality will have to clarify the situation with respect to its local tower by contacting the CBC at:
Steven Guiton
(613) 288-6188
[email protected]
In all three cases, municipalities can request that the CBC donate its analog transmitter, which has no commercial value to anyone else.
If a tower is being decommissioned as well, municipalities should also request the tower. If the tower belongs to a third party, the
municipality would have to take over the lease of the space on the tower from the CBC; the CBC can provide the name of the tower
owner.
Generally speaking, the maintenance of an analog transmitter and tower costs between nothing and at worst a few thousand dollars per
year... a fraction of what it would cost for the whole community (or even a substantial part) to subscribe to cable or satellite.
THE LONGER TERM OPPORTUNITY
In urban areas such as Yellowknife, broadcasters have upgraded their over-the-air transmitters to digital. One of the advantages of
digital transmitters is that you can “multiplex” together several services using one ‘box’. If your community decides to upgrade the
CBC/Radio-Canada’s analog transmitters to digital, they could be used to:
 Offer a basic package of 6-8 remote TV signals free to air such as the CBC, Global, TSN or other specialty services—or a local
community TV or radio channel
 Wireless highspeed Internet
You could even offer a community mobile or cellular phone service using the tower if such service is unavailable from commercial
providers.
For more information about community rebroadcasting options, we have prepared a package of information entitled The Transition to
Digital Over-the-Air Television: New Opportunities, on our web site at: http://cactus.independentmedia.ca/node/471
The CRTC is also asking for public comment about what will happen to the CBC’s transmitters until June 18th. We encourage you to
participate in this process so that the impact on your community is understood by the CBC and the CRTC. For more information or for
help remitting comments to the CRTC, call us or see cactus.independentmedia.ca.
Catherine Edwards
Canadian Association of Community Television Users and Stations (CACTUS)
cactus.independentmedia.ca (819) 772-2862 Ottawa
BLAST FROM THE PAST
LOOKING DOWN THE HILL ON DAWSON DRIVE, SUMMER, 1975
Do you remember milestones in Faro’s history? Have old pictures of Faro you would like to share?
[email protected]
If you were at the Carne & Sheep BBQ last month, you may have heard Harold & Connie do a new song.......
A CRANE & SHEEP song, written by Harold for the festival!
(I say we make this the official festival song, only WITH cranes next time  )
NO CRANES TODAY by Harold Boehm
D
I SEARCHED IN VAIN FOR A SANDHILL CRANE
I SEARCHED AND SEARCHED AGIN
BUT THEY DIDNT APPEAR, THEY WERE NO WHERE NEAR
THERE WS NOT A CRANE TO BE SEEN
SO I LOOKED INSTEAD FOR A BIG RAM’S HEAD
AND I COULDN’T BELIEVE MY EYES26 SHEEP ON A HILL SO STEEP
WHAT A HELL-U-VA BIG SURPRISE!!!
LOCAL Services
Home Care Program
Health and Social Services
Please visit www.faromine.ca for up to date information on all activities relating to
the Faro Mine Complex. Subscribe to the RSS feed at the website. When news items
are posted on the site, they are automatically be sent to your email address.
The Faro Branch of the Yukon
Home Care Program provides
health services to individuals who
cannot easily access health care in
the community, or who need
assistance in performing daily
activities. The program aims to
improve peoples quality of life and
supports them to live
independently in their own homes.
Eligibility
To be eligible for services offered
by the Yukon Home Care Program,
a person must have a valid Yukon
Health Care Insurance number.
Types of Service
The Yukon Home Care Program
provides long term, acute,
palliative and respite care to
Yukoners of all ages.
Supplier’s Directory
Golden Predator is creating a directory of Yukon
Suppliers. If you are interested and able to provide a
variety of services, register your business here.
www.goldenpredator.com/business-directory/
If you have questions or require further assistance
with our directory, please e-mail or call our
Communications Coordinator.
Jane Bell
[email protected]
C: (867) 335-7643
O: (867) 633-4653
Referral Process
www.goldenpredator.com
You may refer yourself to the
Yukon Home Care Program or
have someone call on your behalf.
Please call
Brittany Weber @
867-332-1146
You may also speak with the
Health Center staff to pass a
referral on.
THE SHED - FOLD AND CODE
Hours:
MONDAY – FRIDAY
8:30 – 5:30
SATURDAY
8:30 – 12:30
Passport
Applications
Available
The Shed is available 24/7 for anyone who wants to leave
and/or take good used clothing. Please do not smoke in
the shed; the odour penetrates the clothes and smoking can
be a fire hazard.
Thanks to those who have taken time to fold and code
clothes from the box. It’s a great help.
A big thank you to whoever has been helping to keep The
Shed neat and tidy. It is greatly appreciated.
If anyone is willing to take some items to the Salvation Army
on a trip to Whitehorse, please contact the Bakers at 9942442. About once a month we remove some of the items
that have been there for a while.
Thanks.
RECYCLING
CENTRE
Friendship Feasts is a made in Faro program, it is not affiliated with
Social Services, the Faro Health Centre, or any government program. If
you are able to make a meal for a family once in a while, please get
yourself on the Friendship Feast list. You may get called once in 6
months.
Faro Bottle Depot
Recycling Centre Summer
Hours
Tuesday 5-7
Wednesday 5-8
Thursday 5-7
Friday 5-7
To receive meals, you just need to nominate yourself or someone who
you know needs meals. Generally, Friendship Feasts provides meals
when there has been a death or other hardship in the family, when
someone is recovering from an operation or sickness, or when a family
brings home a new baby. Getting involved in Friendship Feasts is a great
way to get involved in our community and to meet people in town in a
meaningful way.
If you have any questions,
please call Peter at
994-3022.
If you are not on the list, please call KARA WENT at 994-3114 to sign
yourself up! We are always looking for new folks who are able to
provide a meal.
If you would appreciate meals or you would like to nominate someone
for meals, please call KARA to set it up.
Faro Airport Stats April 2012
Faro Airport Stats May 2012
Average High temperature__________ 8.4c
Average High temperature__________ 12.3c
Recorded Highest Temperature______11.3c
Recorded Highest Temperature_______21.2c
Average Low Temperature__________-4.3c
Average Low Temperature__________1.0c
Recorded lowest Temperature______ -12.7c
Recorded lowest Temperature________-4.5c
Total Rainfall____________________3.6cm
Total Snowfall___________________3.6cm
Total Rainfall____________________9.4cm
Total Aircraft Movements __________22
Total Snowfall__________________16.0cm
Total Aircraft Movements _________154
There is a blond on the plane
A blonde gets an opportunity to fly to a nearby country. She has never been on an airplane anywhere and was very
excited and tense. As soon as she boarded the plane, a Boeing747, she started jumping in excitement, running over
seat to seat and starts shouting, "BOEING! BOEING!! BOEING!!! BO....."
She sort of forgets where she is, even the pilot in the cock-pit hears the noise. Annoyed by the goings on, the Pilot
comes out and shouts "Be silent!"
There was pin-drop silence everywhere and everybody is looking at the blonde and the angry Pilot. She stared at
the pilot in silence for a moment, concentrated really hard, and all of a sudden started shouting, "OEING! OEING!
OEING! OE...."
Ahajokes.com
FARO COMMUNITY LIBRARY 994-2684
Librarians: Michelle Vainio & Julia Salo
Hours
Tuesday
5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
(These hours may change due to unforeseen
circumstances; times will be posted on the Library
door.)
Thank you
The Faro Library Board and Librarians would like to
thank all those who helped out with the Flea Market
held on May 5th. Thank you to the Town of Faro for
allowing us use of the Rec Centre gym and kitchen
area. Special thanks to all who helped out by setting
up, working at, cleaning up, and donating items. It was
wonderful to see so many people come out, especially
our neighbours from Ross River.
Non Fiction
Backcountry Ski Book
Allen O’Bannon
Getting Naked Again
Judith Sills, PhD
The Looneyspoons Collection
350 best salads & dressings
George Geary
Celiac Disease a Hidden Epidemic
Peter HR Green, MD
Wheat Belly
William Davis, MD
Back to Baking
Anna Olson
I Got This: How I Changed My Ways & Lost What Weighted
Me Down
Jennifer Hudson
Beginner’s Guide to Edible Herbs
The public library now has wireless internet access.
Patrons may sign up for 30 minutes to 2 hours at a
time during our regular opening hours.
Charles W.G. Smith
Fifty Plants that changed the Course of History
Bill Laws
Sew step by step
Alison Smith
Rustic Furniture Basics
Doug Stowe
Thanks to My Hockey Coach
Dreamer’s Diary
Wireless Internet Access
Janet & Greta
Podleski
501 Most Devastating Disasters
Flyers Minor Atom A Team
Garuda
Emma Hill (editor)
Going Home: Finding Peace When Pets Die
Jon Katz
Reference
Yukon Archives
If you are interested in history, we received several
copies of For the Record: Yukon Archives 1972-2012.
You may pick up a copy at the library.
Latest books to check out
2012 The Milepost
The Northern Collection
The Ice Pilots
For the Record
Michael Vlessides
Yukon Archives 1972-2012
Fiction
Fallen
Lone Wolf
Karin Slaughter
Jodi Picoult
Business COMMUNITY
524 Maynard Crescent
5 bedrooms / 4 bathrooms
Living Room / Entertainment Room / Dining Room
Games Room / Workout Room / Den / Office
Full kitchen facilities
Self-serve breakfast foods included
1-867-332-9011
“Faro Vacation Rental”
Whether you are looking for housing for staff or your
on vacation – we have a
FULLY FURNISHED 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH, townhouse
with FULL KITCHEN, and WD.
INCOME TAX PREPARATION
The house is fully equipped with everything to make your
stay comfortable – large flat screen TV, all appliances,
dishes, pots and pans and SO MUCH MORE!
Rates start at $200/night
**Some May dates still available**
Call 867-332-2402 or check out
www.farovacationrentals.com
PERSONAL & SMALL BUSINESS
NEED THAT CASH REFUND BACK QUICKLY?
TAX RETURN ELECTRONICALLY PREPARED WITH UP-TODATE RECOGNIZED SOFTWARE
INTERNET TRANSMISSION TO OTTAWA INSTANTLY
SECURE * CONFIDENTIAL * EFFICIENT
Jim McLachlan
994-2568
P.F.P. (Personal Financial Planner)
Certified by CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) for E-file.
DISCOVERY STORE 994-2470
SPRING HOURS
NORTH OF 60 MASSAGE THERAPY
Therapeutic & relaxation massage
Located at 507 Douglas Drive
Now taking appointments
Phone 994-2226
Cost: $70.00/hr
$40.00/30 min
Covered by most extended
Health Care Plans
Michelle Lynch
Registered Massage Therapist
[email protected]
Pilgrim's Landscaping & Snow Removal
BOBCAT RENTAL AVAILABLE FOR:
SNOW REMOVAL $ 30.00 TO $ 50.00 PER
DRIVEWAY (depending on size of driveway)
LANDSCAPING, POST HOLE AUGER
CALL FOR MORE INFO
KEITH OR DEB 994-3101
Monday to Saturday:
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays & Holidays:
12:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Truck Arrivals: Wednesday
Order Day:
Friday by 4:00
Pick up Day: Thursday Please!
*Phone Cards
*Building Products
* Lotto
**NEW PHONE BOOKS AVAILABLE**
CALL US FOR SPECIAL ORDERS AND CASELOTS @
994-2470
PLEASE BE PATIENT ON FREIGHT DAY
AND LET US UNLOAD
For a catalogue or info on
hosting a party call
Tracy Sawicki
867 332 5502/867 994 2444
STUDIO HOTEL RESTAURANT & BAR
LOUNGE HOURS:
Monday – Saturday 4 – 8 pm
(based on demand after 8 pm)
(Closed Sunday)
* Phone Cards
THANK YOU TO ALL BUSINESS CONTRIBUTORS!
* Bank Machine
AVON
BONNIE BOWNESS
Helen Wagantall
994-3277
994-2429
“ The First in Synthetics”
Chris Wilkinson
HELEN
WAGANTALL
994-3289
994-3277
Went North Creations
Ph: 994-2080
Cell: (867) 332-1530
Fax: 994-2060
Email: [email protected]
General Delivery Faro YT Y0B1K0
Went North Creations has a large selection of
leather and fur mittens, mukluks, hats, hair
accessories and key chains.
NOW MAKING FUR EARMUFFS!
CALL IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ORDER A
PAIR!
Stop in at 530 Douglass Drive (the red house) to
see what is for sale.
Call Kara 994-3114
WILD FUR FOR SALE
CALL MAD MIKE @ 867-969-2800
OR
[email protected]
WIDE VARIETY
FAIR PRICES
AURORA HONEY & BERRIES - 100 % NATURAL,
unpasteurized honey – Clover & Alfalfa blend.
Taking reserves for 6.7 and 10 pound
food grade pails.
Wild Mountain Cranberries & Bueberries.
Contact [email protected]
or Call 867-393-1992
TD Canada Trust Faro Agency
Monday to Friday
12:15 pm to 3:15 pm
MILLION DOLLAR BOOK INVENTORY.
visit www.engbooks.ca
Town of faro
Town of Faro would like to remind people that the
“cut off” for Council agenda items is 4:30 pm on the
Thursday preceding the Council meeting.
*Council
Meets
th
Tuesday, June 5 2012 @ 7:00 pm
Agenda Items must be received
by:
Thursday, May 31st*
REMINDER
FISHEYE LAKE IS A
DAY USE AREA
ONLY
THIS LOT IS A LEASE FROM
*Councilth Meets
THE YUKON GOVERNMENT
Agenda Items must be threceived by:
Thursday, June 14 2012*
TO THE TOWN OF FARO.
Tuesday, June 19 2012 @ 7:00 pm
PLEASE, DON’T CAMP OVERNIGHT!
If anyone wishes to hear more of the CAO Report, future Ops
Manager’s reports, or the Mayors Report you can read them
online at: www.faroyukon.ca Or come to Council.
We have Coffee on!
REMINDER
The 2012 Dog Licenses are now
available at the Town Office
$10 for a neutered Dog &
$25 for an un-neutered dog
Faro has a bylaw that states all
dogs should be licensed.
Only ½ of all dogs in faro are
licensed for 2012. Every license
issued in 2012 gives you a chance to
win a prize pack for your dog(s)!
Come to the town office anytime
during office hours 
FOUND
The Town of Faro has been receiving complaints
about the amount of “doggie-doo” on our streets,
paths & trails.
Please be considerate of others when you walk your
dog & remember to “scoop yer poop”!
Public Notice
J
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It is now safe to turn
Water Bleeders Off
If you have any questions please
contact Public Works at
994-2758.
Thank you for your cooperation
regarding this important matter
DO YOU HAVE A RENTAL PROPERTY HERE IN FARO THAT YOU
WOULD LIKE TO RENT TO SOMEONE?
THE TOWN OF FARO HAS BEEN RECEVING CALLS FROM
PERSONS WISHING TO RENT HOUSES HERE IN FARO.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR PROPERTY TO BE MENTIONED, PLEASE LET
US KNOW!
994-2728 PHONE OR EMAIL
CAO-FARO @FAROYUKON.CA OR [email protected]
employment
Yukon Zinc Corporation is a mining, exploration and
development company that has taken the Wolverine Mine
from exploration through development into operation.
Wolverine Mine is a fly-in/fly-out underground mine
operation located approximately 250 km southeast of
Faro. We operate a “dry” camp, and provide flights from
Whitehorse, Watson Lake and Ross River based on a 2
weeks on and 2 weeks off rotation.
We are committed to providing a safe and healthy working
environment and to a zero-incident safety culture in which
all employees participate. We offer competitive salaries
and exposure to a new mine environment. With an
estimated 10 year mine life, we are encouraging career
growth with our company growth.
Current Wolverine Mine Careers:

Journeyman Millwrights (mill and
surface)
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Journeyman Electrician
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Mill Maintenance Planner
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Heavy Duty Mechanics
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Warehouse Site Buyer

Senior Metallurgist
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Yukon
Zinc team, please send your resume by email to:
[email protected] or by fax: 604-682-5404. For more
information visit: www.yukonzinc.com
Career Opportunity
Observer/Communicator
Employment Opportunity
Faro Airport
Summer Student Positions
We are currently accepting applications for the
positions of Observer Communicator at our station.
Town of Faro is seeking applications for
Summer Student positions available in
the following department:
The Observer/Communicator provides essential
aviation support services at Community Aerodrome
Radio Stations (CARS). These services take the form
of emergency response, air/ground communication,
flight planning and aviation weather observation. This
involves the operation and maintenance of
communication equipment, Navigational aids and
Visual Aids, as well as, airport/facility/equipment
status reporting and a supplementary requirements
reporting.
Public Works Gardening
Department - (3 positions)
Please submit resumes along with
covering letter by
4:00 pm on
Thursday June 7th, 2012
at the Town Office at the following address:
Attn: Town of Faro
Box 580
Faro, YT
Y0B 1K0
Or fax: (867) 994-3154
e-mail: [email protected]
Questions may be directed to Town
Office at (867) 994-2728
A 9 or 12 week training program will be provided to
untrained applicants, at no cost, at Aurora College in
Fort Smith, NWT.
This is a year round position, 32 hrs. per week
minimum, on compressed work schedule.
Education: High School completion, read and write
English, must have own reliable transportation.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
A combination of sitting, standing and walking.
Janitorial duties and ground maintenance involved.
Essential skills:
Reading text, Writing, Oral communication, Decision
making, Computer use
Drop off resume at Faro Airport from 6am to 6pm
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
This position is subject to the Tender
Posted May 28th 2012
being awarded.
TOWN OF FARO
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Employment Opportunity
Casual On-Call Part Time
Recreation Labourer
The Town of Faro is seeking applications for Casual On-Call
Recreation Labourer
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following
duties:
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Assist in the promotion, development, and delivery of
special events and recreation programs
Assist in the maintenance and operation of recreation
facility equipment, skating arena ice, and pool
operations
Responsible for attending after hour room rentals
Assist with general office duties
Responsible for providing relief during periods of
sickness and vacation leave
Perform other related duties as assigned by the
Recreation Manager including recreational supervision
and janitorial work
Applicants must be willing to work evenings,
weekends and on-call
Other related duties as required
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Qualifications
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Experience in event and program planning
Working knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft
Word, Excel, Publisher)
Effective oral and written communication skills
Valid First Aid and CPR C certification is required or
willingness to attend training when it is offered in the
community
Incumbent must pass a security check
Wage: $21.45
Please submit resumes along with covering letter by
4:00 pm on Friday, June 9th, 2012 at the Town
Office or to the following address:
Town of Faro
Attn: Tina Freake, Recreation Manager
Box 580
Faro, YT Y0B 1K0Fax: (867) 994-3154
E-mail: [email protected]
Questions may be directed to the Recreation Centre at
(867) 994-2375
Posted May 25TH , 2012
Summer Student Position –
Recreation Centre (Posting #1)
The Town of Faro is seeking applications for a Summer Student
position at the Faro Recreation Centre for 35 hours per week for
10 weeks. This position will commence on Tuesday, June 19th and
will run until Saturday, August 25th, 2012. This position is funded
by Yukon Summer Career Placement Program.
Duties include:

Assisting with recreational programs that cater to the
needs of the community
 Working with other employees and various community
groups to organize special events and activities
 Assisting with the supervision of staff, facility, and its
operations
 Performing basic office procedures including filing,
answering telephones and using computers (MS Office,
Excel, Publisher, etc.)
 Completing light custodial duties as required
Qualifications:
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Must be a secondary student, 14 years of age or older,
and plan to return to school again in the fall, due to
guidelines set by the Yukon Summer Career Placement
Program
Knowledge and experience in recreational programming
an asset
 Must be a “People Person” who enjoys working and
relating to children and youth as well as adults
 Proven leadership, communication, and organizational
skills
 Candidates must be hardworking, responsible and able to
work independently
 Ability to exercise courtesy and tact when dealing with
the public
 Standard First Aid and Level C CPR
Wage: $11.37 per hour, increasing to 11.48 on July 1st, 2012.
Please submit resumes along with a cover letter by 4:00
pm on Tuesday, June 11th, 2012 at the Town Office at the
following address:
Attn: Tina Freake, Recreation Manager
Town of Faro
Box 580
Faro, YT Y0B 1K0 Or fax: (867) 994-3041
e-mail: [email protected]
Questions may be directed to the Recreation Centre at
(867) 994-2375
Posted May 29th, 2012
Employment Opportunity
TOWN OF FARO EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Summer Student Position –
Recreation Centre (Posting #2)
Junior Lifeguard (2 positions)
Town of Faro Recreation Department is seeking applications for
two (2) Junior Lifeguard positions available at the Faro Pool. This
position is based on a 40 hour work week, with a minimum of 8
weeks per position.
Duties include:
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Provides instruction, supervision and ensures safety
for swimming and other aquatic programs, including
basic lifeguarding duties
Monitors and records pool conditions when necessary
Performs weekly and special maintenance duties and
maintains good housekeeping in all areas of the pool
Performs other related duties as required
Qualifications:
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Standard First Aid and CPR Level C with AED
Bronze Cross (or willing to obtain this season)
NLS would be an asset
Working knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft
Word, Excel, Publisher)
Effective oral and written communication skills
A satisfactory Criminal Record Check
These positions are partially funded under the Canada
Summer Jobs Program; applicants must be a secondary
student
Wage: $12.64, increasing to $12.77 effective July 1, 2012
Please submit resumes along with covering letter by
4:00 pm on Friday, June 8th, 2012 at the Town Office
or to the following address. Please include copies of
your valid aquatics certificates and qualifications:
Town of Faro
Attn: Tina Freake, Recreation Manager
Box 580
Faro, YT Y0B 1K0
Fax: (867) 994-3154
E-mail: [email protected]
Questions may be directed to the Recreation Centre at (867) 9942375
The Town of Faro is seeking applications for a Summer Student
position at the Faro Recreation Centre for 35 hours per week for
10 weeks. This position will commence on Tuesday, June 19th and
will run until Saturday, August 25th, 2012. This position is funded
by Youth Investment Fund, Youth Directorate and the Town of
Faro.
Duties include:

Assisting in the promotion, development, and delivery
of special events and recreation programs
 Working with other employees and various community
to organize special events and activities
 Assisting with the supervision of staff, facility, and its
operations
 Performing basic office procedures including filing,
answering telephones and using computers (MS Office,
Excel, Publisher, etc.)
 Completing light custodial duties as required
Qualifications:

Must be a secondary student and plan to return to
school again in the fall
 Knowledge and experience in recreational programming
an asset
 Proven leadership, communication, and organizational
skills
 Candidates must be hardworking, responsible and able
to work independently
 Ability to exercise courtesy and tact when dealing with
the public
 Standard First Aid and Level C CPR
Wage: $11.37 per hour, increasing to 11.48 on July 1st, 2012.
Please submit resumes along with a cover letter by 4:00 pm
on Tuesday, June 11th, 2012 at the Town Office at the
following address:
Attn: Tina Freake, Recreation Manager
Town of Faro
Box 580
Faro, YT Y0B 1K0
Or fax: (867) 994-3041
e-mail: [email protected]
Questions may be directed to the Recreation Centre at
(867) 994-2375
Posted May 25th, 2012
Posted May 29th , 2012
REAL ESTATE
HOUSE FOR SALE
FOR SALE
HOUSE FOR SALE
606 Yates Crescent
4 Bedrooms, 2 ½ Baths, Rec Room
Please call 994-3222
HOUSE FOR SALE
4 bedroom, 1 ½ Bath, 2800 SQ FT open
concept home had a NEW roof added in
2010.
Lot 11 Tintina Subdivision,
Faro - $185,000
5 acres of paradise surrounded by
wilderness just outside of the
beautiful community of Faro.
This well kept & updated log
home has a newer tin roof, new
appliances in 2008, recently
installed oil/wood RSF 85 heating
system & 1000 gal water holding
tank with updated plumbing. The
open concept features hardwood
floors, double Jacuzzi tub &
separate shower & double sinks
in a bathroom lined with cedar,
wood/coal cook stove in kitchen,
spiral staircase leading to master
bedroom and a covered porch for
those warm summer nights. This
property comes with many out
buildings, internet & satellite
system. With too many features
to list, this property needs to be
seen to be fully appreciated.
CONTACT:
Keith and Debbie Carreau
Box 610, Faro, Yukon Y0B 1K0
Telephone 867-994-3101
The Home has just had a complete Make
Over with both Baths & Kitchen having
NEW flooring, NEW counter tops, & NEW
Sinks & Faucets, & NEW flooring in entry
way as well.
The Home has been completely repainted
upstairs & down. The lower level has a
13ft X 34ft HUGE Workout Room, Game
Room area or you decide.
This home offers Great Views, a Quiet
street, & a HUGE Private Fenced back
yard.
$95,000
Call 867-994-2079
for more info or inquiries
FOR SALE
622 Yates Crescent
For more information contact
Mark Griffis
www.remax-actionyukon.com
Email: [email protected]
Office Phone: 867-667-2514 ext 23
Cell: 867-334-8313
Home Phone: 867-668-6300
Fax: 867-667-7132
$134,000 Call For More Details.
867-994-2401
Real Estate listings
There have been a number of inquiries
to the Town Office about properties for
sale in Faro. We hope to compile a list
of available properties to keep in the
office and on the website.
If you have a property for sale and would like
to add it to the list, please contact
[email protected] or at the Town Office
with information on the property
(pictures are good, too.)
** If you want to be on the list, but not
appear on the website, please let me know
that, too**.
HOUSE FOR RENT
Looking to rent a great
house with spectacular
views????
House for Sale –
Tintina Subdivision Lot #1
House is situated on five acres and includes a cabin, large
shed, and basic horse paddock.
This open plan home, with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, is
approximately 2200 square feet, with an open plan kitchen,
large terrace, brand new gas boiler for water, and a large, very
effective woodstove in the main room.
Call for viewing and
further information:
The purchase price is $125,000.
Keith or Debbie Carreau
The house is also available for rent (minimum of 2-year rental)
for $500/month, with terms to be worked out by mutual
consent of owner and interested party. In case of rental, the
cabin on the property would not be included. The successful
tenants would be responsible for supplying their own
furnishings. References, first and last month’s rent, and a
security deposit would be required.
Home phone 994-3101
Cell phone 250-279-3102
For more information on the house, contact Stefan at
[email protected].
Classifieds
Place your Ad
anytime
for the JULY Edition;
*Buy
*Swap
*Sell
*Rent
*Rides
*Babysit
*Pets
*Wanted
*Yard sales *Volunteers
IT’S FREE!!!
[email protected]
Breathe Nature
Photography
Gift Cards and
Postcards for sale
Call Derek at
994-2108
WANTED
I am looking for glass
measuring 27 x 37
inches...I need 4
pieces....
Please call Tina or Ray
at 994~2103 (and please
leave a message if no
one’s there.)...
FOR SALE
Lots & lots of
VINTAGE
NANCY DREW
HARDCOVER MYSTERY
NOVELS
$4 each or a “deal” for
all of them!
Call Sandy
@ 994-2012
FOR SALE
-Queen size blow up bed
with frame. No pump.
$50. Call 994-3114
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
2 Old Navy gift cards –
one for $100, one for
$75 – and I’m selling
them for $95 and $70 –
Lovable Squeezable
Sock Monkeys!!
call Erica 994-3201
Call for yours today!
994-3441
FOUND
LG Cellphone Battery
@ the tent on August
24th.
Call the Town Office to
claim ; 994-2728
WANTED
Queen size box spring
Call 994-2341
FOR SALE
Fold up Treadmill
$300 OBO
994-2778
- Lv message
FOR SALE
1997 Northland Camper
North/South Queen Bed
Great Condition
$5500.00
994-2006
LOST
Camera Chip during Fireweed
Festival weekend between
Catholic Church and
Recreation Centre.
If found, please contact Jean
Ceaser @ 994-3222.
TUPPERWARE!!!!!
WANDA WIEBE@
MYTUPPERWARE.CA
- AND ALSO ON FACEBOOK !
Classifieds page 2
WANTED TO RENT
space for a 16 foot boat – total length 20 feet
with motor and trailer. Space can be covered
or uncovered. Secure would be nice –
Tom – 994-2728
FOR SALE
2011 Brand new
Yamaha Big Bear
400 cc ATV
4x4 Manual Transm.
Foot shift
“0” mileage & “0”
Hours
Dark Blue color
Look at this price!
$ 7,800.00
994-2233
FOR SALE
100 ft 14 gauge
fence wire, 72"
high, 2" x 4"
squares, $125.
Solid walnut
queen-size 4poster bed frame.
$100
Both 994-2442
WANTED
Looking for
someone to
take care of my
lawn. Lawn
mower and
tools
provided.
Please call
867-335-8964"
FOR SALE
Coleman
Portable
Generator
Pulse 1700
Asking $175.00
FOR SALE
100 lb. propane
tank
(half full)
$50.00
A variety of knitted
items for sale
Afghans: all sizes,
patterns & colours.
Duvet cover with
2 shams
Brand new from
Ikea
Burnt orange
$50.00
Call Pauline
@ 994-2662
Call 994-2112
for viewing
*Custom items
also available
FOUND
Please remember
to “scoop yer
poop”
FOR SALE
Assorted cards... some with animals,
some with flowers.... most blank inside $4.00 each or 3 for $10.00 or 6 for
$20.00
3120 Husqvarna saw and "Wood Bug"
style mill...$1000.00
Please call Tina or Ray at 994~2103
(and please leave a message if no one’s
there.)...
Wolf Willow Botanicals
Handcrafted face and body creams, lip
balms, facial sprays and more
for sale.
Call Raven at 994-2108
FOR SALE
2006 Adventurer
Truck Camper
Like new, only used 3
years.
Model 9-0FWS
Large fridge, furnace,
Queen size bed,
Winter package,
Basement Model
$13,500
Phone
867-332-0091
FOR SALE
Chev. Cavalier 1997,
220000 km, needs
Power Steering
Pump and a
Muffler.
It runs well, or use
for parts.
best offer
Harald 994 2010
FOR SALE
2007 Toyota Tundra Regular Cab 4x4
Auto & Manual Trans.
168,000 kms
Silver Color
Looks and drives like new
$ 16,500
994-2233
FOR SALE
mid 90's 15 HP 2 Stroke Mariner
outboard motor with long leg. Runs
great and comes with new upgraded
plastic gas tank. Serviced regularly by
Joe's Small Engine Repair in
Whitehorse. $700 obo
FOR SALE
Fold up Treadmill$300 OBO Call
Lena @ 994-3219
WANTED
Looking for Light
Colored Pine
Coffee Table
Please call
Erika Heinz @
994-2450
*NOTICE*
7`Biege canvas
patio umbrella
Used 1 month
I also have a nice little 1032 Lowe Jon
Boat for sale comes with all you need to
fish, too many extras to list. Also has an
electric motor, charger and 2 batteries.
Great little 1 man car topper. $850 obo
$25
994-2599
The "Shed" will no
longer be accepting
computer peripherals
(monitors, towers,
printers, etc.)
as they are not in
demand, and it costs
us to have someone
in Whitehorse take
them off our hands.
Call 994-2722
Faro Bible Chapel
FOR SALE
What’s goin’ on?
Del Van Gorder School
Box 160 Faro, YT Y0B 1K0
Telephone: (867)994-2760
Fax: (867)994-2236
INTERESTED
IN BEING PART OF
A
FARO COMMUNITY CHOIR?
There will be no school on June 14th.
School will be closed for an Admin Day.
CONTACT: CONNIE
332-5154 (CELL PHONE)
Awards Ceremony at 10:00 on Friday
morning, June 15th in school gym.
Tai Chi In The Park
Grad ceremony begins at 2:00 on Friday
afternoon.
Our grads this year are:
Tyrone Etzel,
Caitlin Irvine,
Jolene Pitts,
Wyatt Raymond,
& Camille Unrau
Beginner’s Yang
Everyone welcome!
Style
Every Wed. and Thursday morning starting
June 6
Time: 9 – 10 a.m.
Place: park beside Interpretive Centre
Admission: Free
For more information call Lucy
994-2112 or email:
[email protected]
TOY LENDING LIBRARY
Toy lending library is
available for all parents of
kids 0-6.
Come to Faro Library and
check out the selection of
almost 60 toys!
Del Van
Gorder
School
Council
FARO BIBLE CHAPEL
11:00 am
Sunday Services
All are welcome.
Pastor Ted Baker
994-2442
Prayer: Wireless access to God with
no roaming fees.
School
Council
will meet
June 4th
at
7:00
in the
Library.
All are
welcome
GARAGE SALE
THE POOL IS OPEN!
THE POOL IS OPEN!
Swim team is poised for the first big splash of the year and we want you
to join us. This season, our team is expanding to include Faro’s “Novice”
swimmers and you “Masters” too. Regular practises are being scheduled
to accommodate all ages and levels of ability.
JUNE 9 – SATURDAY – 10AM
“TRY IT”
During our “Try It” day everyone age 6 and up are welcome to come to
the pool and try a practise workout. All swimmers must be able to swim a
minimum of 1 length of the pool. The coaches will evaluate your skill
level and begin to tailor practises to improve fitness levels and swimming
technique by age group.
REGISTRATION & COST
An information table with registration forms, schedules and additional
information will be set up at “Try It”. Swim team registration costs are
$20/person, maximum $50 for 3 or more family members (adults
included). All swim team members must also have purchased a full
season pool pass. For additional information please call Cyndy @ 9942211.
510 Douglass Drive,
Saturday June 23rd
12am-5pm.
Have some fishing stuff, some
camping stuff. Some furniture
and lots of books. Plenty of odds
and ends that are not occurring
to me right now as well. Contact
(867) 994-2722 with any
questions or E-mail me at
[email protected].
Name the Playground Contest!
Faro’s newest playground needs a name! Fill out the ballot form at the end of this writeup and drop it off at the Town Office or Recreation Centre. Entries will be accepted until
Friday, June 15th. Submissions will then be published so that community members may
vote for their favorite name. The new name will be announced at the playground’s Grand
Opening – watch for posters for further details!
Name the Playground Contest!
Name: ________________________________
Phone: _______________________________
New Playground Name: ___________________________________________________________
Why did you pick this name? What does this name represent? ___________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
~ 18 Holes – Best Ball Format ~
The Municipal Act governs the way
municipalities operate within Yukon. The
Government of Yukon and the Association
of Yukon Communities will be reviewing this
Act over a two year period starting now. The
review will look at how changes to the Act
can better support vibrant, healthy and
sustainable Yukon communities.
$55.00 per golfer/4 per team
Includes a fabulous BBQ dinner
(for non-golfers dinner is only $20,
$10 for seniors and 10 years and
under – if possible, please purchase
your tickets early)
Everyone who golfs wins a prize
Hole-in-one prize – new car from Mic
Mac Toyota!
Golfers receive a free draw
ticket for a chance to win a
50” big screen TV with
Surround Sound!
For further information and to
register Contact: Tournament Coordinator,
Helen Wagantall
(867) 994-3277 or (867) 334-4582
(Cell) or
Email: [email protected]
(This is a great opportunity to golf at Faro’s beautiful
community course - get your registration in early for
best tee times and for golf cart rentals! Registration
should be made by July 18th.)
miscellaneous
GOT ANTS?
Look up!
June 4 - Full Moon. The Moon
will be directly opposite the
Earth from the Sun and will be
fully illuminated as seen from
Earth. This phase occurs at 11:12
UTC.
June 4 - Partial Lunar Eclipse.
The eclipse will be visible
throughout most of Asia,
Australia, the Pacific Ocean, and
the Americas. (NASA Map and
Eclipse Information)
June 5, 6 - Transit of Venus
Across the Sun. This extremely
rare event will be entirely
visible throughout most of
eastern Asia, eastern Australia,
and Alaska. A partial transit can
be seen in progress at sunrise
throughout Europe, western
Asia, and eastern Africa. A
partial transit can be seen in
progress at sunset throughout
most of North America, Central
America, and western South
America. The next transit will
not take place until the year
2117. (NASA Transit Information |
NASA Transit Map)
June 19 - New Moon. The Moon
will be directly between the
Earth and the Sun and will not
be visible from Earth. This phase
occurs at 15:02 UTC.
June 20 - June Solstice. The
June solstice occurs at 23:09
UTC. The North Pole of the
earth will be tilted toward the
Sun, which will have reached its
northernmost position in the sky
and will be directly over the
Tropic of Cancer at 23.44
degrees north latitude. This is
the first day of summer
(summer solstice) in the
northern hemisphere and the
first day of winter (winter
solstice) in the southern
hemisphere.
CHARLIES’ FISHIN’ CALENDAR
Jun 01, 2012
*
BEST
Morning
Jun 02, 2012
*
BEST
Morning
Jun 03, 2012
*
BEST
Morning
Jun 04, 2012
FAIR
Evening
Jun 05, 2012
FAIR
Evening
Jun 06, 2012
GOOD
Evening
Jun 07, 2012
GOOD
Evening
Jun 08, 2012
FAIR
Evening
Jun 09, 2012
GOOD
Evening
Jun 10, 2012
GOOD
Evening
Jun 11, 2012
*
BEST
Morning
Jun 12, 2012
*
BEST
Morning
Jun 13, 2012
*
BEST
Morning
Jun 14, 2012
POOR
Morning
Jun 15, 2012
POOR
Morning
Jun 16, 2012
FAIR
Morning
Jun 17, 2012
POOR
Morning
Jun 18, 2012
POOR
Morning
Jun 19, 2012
POOR
Evening
Jun 20, 2012
GOOD
Evening
Jun 21, 2012
GOOD
Evening
Jun 22, 2012
POOR
Evening
Jun 23, 2012
POOR
Evening
Jun 24, 2012
FAIR
Evening
Jun 25, 2012
FAIR
Evening
Jun 26, 2012
POOR
Morning
Jun 27, 2012
POOR
Morning
Jun 28, 2012
POOR
Morning
Jun 29, 2012
GOOD
Morning
BEST
Morning
Jun 30, 2012
*
Search online for "ways to get rid of ants", and
you're likely to turn up page after page of
results, but which ones work and which ones
don't? It's not so easy to decide. Save yourself
the hassle of sifting through the lore, and give
these cheap, natural and science-based ant
remedies a try:
Vinegar
Wipe down your countertops, cupboards and any
other places where you've spotted ants with a
50-50 mixture of white vinegar and water.
Repeat throughout the day to maintain the
efficacy.
Why This Works: Two reasons, really: ants hate
the smell of vinegar, and it removes the scent
trails that they use to get around
Chalk/ Baby Powder
Draw a line of chalk or sprinkle baby powder
across the spot where the ants are entering your
home.
Why This Works: Talcum powder, an ingredient
in both chalk and baby powder, is a natural ant
repellent. Just be careful if you decide to use it:
some studies have linked talc to cancer.
Borax
Mix together equal parts Borax and either syrup
or jelly. Then, place where the ants will find it.
Why This Works: Once consumed, Borax
damages both the ants' digestive systems and
their outer skeletons, resulting in death.
Herbs/Spices
Spinkle cinnamon, mint, chili pepper, black
pepper, cayenne pepper, cloves or garlic –
whichever one you happen to have – in the area
where you've seen ants and along your home's
foundation. Bay leaves can also be placed in
cabinets, drawers and containers to further deter
those pesky critters.
Why This Works: Many plants – including the
ones listed – give off a strong scent to repel ants
and other insects in the wild, and it works just as
well in your home.
Coffee Grounds
Sprinkle your used coffee grounds in the garden
and around the outside of your house.
Why This Works: Ants are repelled by the scent
given off by the grounds; and incidentally, so are
cats.
Cucumber/Citrus Peels
Leave the peelings in areas of known ant
activity.
Why This Works: Cucumber and citrus peels are
toxic to the types of fungi that ants feed on, and
therefore avoided by the ants.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements
Noah!
Please submit your
announcements by
the 28th of each
Month to;
Happy
Birthday
Gemini
May 21st
– June
20th
[email protected]
If possible, limit
your
announcements
to
20 words
or less.
BIRTHDAYS
ANNIVERSARIES
BIRTHS
Happy 5th Birthday
Hunter! Love Mommy,
Daddy and Cavan
(June 25th)
June 28 Happy
Birthday to
Peter
Kazda.
Love from
Lenka and
Monica
Happy
Birthday
Cancer
June 21st
– July
22nd
Jeanne Clarke (June 21st)
(June 26th )
Happy 30th
Birthday
Adam!!
Love, John
& Jody
(June 7th )
Camille
Unrau
th
(June 10 )
Happy Birthday
Delphine!
From Kara, Matt,
Hunter and Cavan
(June 29th)
Murray Hampton (June 28th)
BABY SHOWERS
MEMORIALS
Mark &
Michelle Vainio
th
GET WELL
Daryl Fulton (June 15th)
(June 29 )
THANK YOU
Doug Hannah June 18th
WELCOME HOME
Jim & Deb
Cheaterth
GRADUATION
(June 24 )
[email protected]
Happy 31st Anniversary Dad
& Mom!!
Love your girls,
Krista & Jody xoxo
(June 13th )
Helen & Kerry
Wagantall
th
(June 12 )
IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS IN JUNE:
You've got the best personality and are an absolute
pleasure to be around. You love to make new friends and
be outgoing. You are a great flirt and more than likely have
a very attractive partner. a wicked hottie. It is also more
than likely that you have a massive record collection. You
have a great choice in films, and may one day become a
famous actor/actress yourself - heck, you've got the looks
for it!!!
Doris Unruh (June 25th)
JUNE CELEBRITY BIRTHDAYS
June 1st
1926 Marilyn Monroe
June 2ndth 1941 Charlie Watts
June 4th 1928 Dr. Ruth Westheimer
June 6th 1956 Bjorn Borg
June 9 th1963 Johnny Depp
June 10th 1921 HRH Prince Philip
June 11 1939 Sir Jackie Stewart
1910 Jacques Cousteau 1934 Gene Wilder
June 12thth 1924 George Bush 1929 Anne Frank
June 14th 1928 Che Guevara 1946 Donald Trump
June 17th 1946 Barry Manilow 1980 Venus Williams
June 19st 1947 Salman Rushdie 1962 Paula Abdul
June 21 nd1694 Jean Francois Voltaire
June 22th 1936 Kris Kristofferson 1949 Meryl Streep
June 25th 1903 George Orwell
June 27th 1921 Muriel Pavlov
June 28th 1491 King Henry VIII 1902 John Dillinger
June 29 th 1728 Captain James Cook
June 30 1966 Mike Tyson
Happy 30th Birthday
Adam!
Love you lots, from
Tina and Taylor!
XOXO
Thanks to Eileen and
Strawman for making
over
100 breakfasts
Phyllis Shaw
(June 27th)
Mike & Melissa
Wilson
(June 11th )
Thanks so much to Tina
Freake for all your hard work
making the Rec Centre such a
fun place to be.
You are doing a fabulous
job!!!
Happy Anniversary
Lester & Marilyn
th
Boyle June 19 .
Congratulations Kirsten Ryan on
your nomination for a Yukon
Excellence
in Education Award!
Thank you to Porter
Creek Super A for
donating all the bread
for our
GNO concession
fundraiser! And thank
you to TJ Grantham and
Greg
Anderson for getting our
bread home at the last
minute to Faro when it
was forgotten in
Whitehorse!!
Thanks to
everyone who
submitted this
month!
to
support our GNO
fundraiser at Sheep
and Crane! You guys
rock!!!
Another successful Crane & Sheep Festival! With MANY thanks to....
Happy FATHER’S
DAY to all the
Dad’s from The
Frozen Mukluk
To all Our Town of Faro Administrative & operations management & staff who have gone beyond the
call of duty, especially our festival coordinator Erica Ward. Erica, this could not have been possible
without you!
To our Rec manager Tina Freake & all the Rec Centre staff who worked tirelessly to get ready for this
week-end.
To all 17 volunteers who came out in the rain & the hail on Town Clean up day April 28 th (and
beforehand). Faro looks wonderful!
To the great volunteers & cooks from the Faro Arts & Rec association for providing everyone with the
chili dinner.
To everyone that donated towards the potluck feast! Special thanks to McMillan River Outfitters for
donating the moose, and to Mike and Sabine Heigl for helping Erica prepare the meat for transport to
Yukon Meat and Sausage.
Thanks to all the
people who made
soup for the GNO
concession
fundraiser!
Beth Rogers, Kara
Went, Cyndy Bekk,
Jackie Irvine, Caitlin
Irvine, and Frank
Ruether, everyone
sure loved the soup!!
And your
buns were delish,
Michele Lynch!!!
To our Sheep cabin Shuttle drivers Faro Operations Manager Jim McLachlan and the Bekk family.
To the girls and leaders of Girls Night Out, the kids at the Kettle Cafe, & the 2012 Grads for doing such a
great job doing the breakfast and running the concession!
To everyone that helped to bring everything together including , Judy Freake, for organizing the Breast
Cancer Walk
To Sabine Heigl, and Sharon Johnson for their care and great work at our Interpretive centre
To our speakers & Guides in order of appearance:
Bruce Bennett from the Conservation Data Centre,
Matt Clarke & Ryan Drummond our regional biologists from Watson Lake,
Chris Wilkinson from Yukon Wildlife Preserve,
Carrie McClelland & Kelcy Tousignant from Wildlife Viewing,
Tombstone Interpreters Cathie Finlay-Brooks, Olivia Masters, Alex Brouchard, Georgette MacLeod, and
Cynthia Dube-Viau,
Kathleen McDade from Environmental & Youth Programs
our keynote presenter Dave Mossop,
local guide Yasmine Djabri, and
Mary Whitley from the Yukon Bird Club.
To our musicians – Dena Zagi from Ross River last night, and One Way Track from Faro.
To our Art demonstrators - Jackie Irvine, Peter Kazda, & Lucy Moriera
To our Special Guests –all the Experiential Science students and their teachers from Porter Creek School
WE hope you had a GREAT time.. see you next year for the 10th anniversary Crane & Sheep Festival!!
JUNEactivities
Sunday
On JUNE
30th
182 days
will have
passed &
184 Days
are left of
the year
3
Monday
7:00-9:00 pm
Wednesday
Thursday
*Rec Centre
Friday
2
BBV (basketball,
badminton,
volleyball)
3-5pm
Information is subject to
AN EVENT
FOR THE
change.
Please call for more
info:
Youth Sports Night
(7:00 – 9:00 pm)
994-2375
Pizza Night@ Studio
Restaurant
JULY
Girl Guides
(4-5pm)
(6-7pm)
5
DR. BOUSQUET@ FHC
Playgroup
(10:30 – Noon)
6
7
Tai Chi in the
park 9-10am
Music
(4-5pm)
Youth Group Planning
Meeting @ 4pm
MMA 16+ (6:30-8:00pm)
Adult Floor
Hockey
(7:30 – 9:00)
Badminton (7:30 – 9:00 pm)
DR. BOUSQUET@ FHC
8
DR. BOUSQUET@ FHC
Tai Chi in the park 910am
Playgroup (10:30 – Noon)
Youth Sports Night
(7:00 – 9:00 pm)
10
11
ToF Plant Girl Guides
(4-5pm)
Sale 10am
(6-7pm)
-5pm
12
13
Playgroup
(10:30 – Noon)
Pizza Night@ Studio
Restaurant
MMA 16+ (6:30-8pm)
14
Tai Chi in the
park 9-10am
CRIC Flea
Market
15
Tai Chi in the park 910am
laygroup (10:30 – Noon)
Badminton (7:30 – 9:00 pm)
Music
(4-5pm)
Council Meets 7 pm
MMA 16+ (6:30-8:00)
Adult Floor
Hockey
(7:30 – 9:00)
Junior Rangers
7:00-9:00 pm
18
Girl Guides
(4-5pm)
(6-7pm)
Junior Rangers
7:00-9:00 pm
19
DR. BOUSQUET@ FHC
Playgroup
(10:30 – Noon)
PUBLIC ONSULATTION
ON Yukon Municipal
Act 12-2pm @
Sportsman’s lounge
20
SUMMER SOLSTICE
ABORIGINAL DAY
DR. BOUSQUET@ FHC
Music
(4-5pm)
Adult Floor
Hockey
(7:30 – 9:00)
MMA 16+ (6:30-8:00pm)
GRADUATION @
DVG SCHOOL @
2PM
Youth Sports Night
(7:00 – 9:00 pm)
Pizza Night@ Studio
Restaurant
21
Tai Chi in the
park 9-10am
9
ToF Planting
Day 10am @
Town Shop
“TRY-IT”
SWIMMING
MMA 16+ (6:30-8:00)
Council meets @ 7pm
HAPPY
FATHERS
DAY!!
Youth Sports
Night 7-9pm
CALENDAR?
School Council
7pm @ Library
17
Saturday
1
DO YOU
HAVE
4
Junior Rangers
Tuesday
Tai Chi in the park 910am
BBV 3-5pm
Youth Sports
Night 7-9pm
16
BBV (basketball,
badminton,
volleyball)
3-5pm
Youth Sports
Night 7-9pm
22
23
DR. BOUSQUET@ FHC
BBV (basketball,
badminton,
volleyball)
3-5pm
Youth Sports Night
(7:00 – 9:00 pm)
Pizza Night@ Studio
Restaurant
Youth Sports
Night 7-9pm
Playgroup (10:30 – Noon)
MMA 16+ (6:30-8:00)
Badminton (7:30 – 9:00 pm)
Council meets @ 7pm
24
Junior Rangers
7:00-9:00 pm
25
Girl Guides
(4-5pm)
(6-7pm)
26
Playgroup
(10:30 – Noon)
27
28
Tai Chi in the
park 9-10am
MMA 16+ (6:30-8:00pm)
Badminton (7:30 – 9:00 pm)
Music
(4-5pm)
Adult Floor
Hockey
(7:30 – 9:00)
29
Tai Chi in the park 910am
Playgroup (10:30 – Noon)
MMA 16+ (6:30-8:00)
Fireside Chat + Bocce
@CRIC
Youth Sports Night
(7:00 – 9:00 pm)
Pizza Night@ Studio
Restaurant
30
BBV (basketball,
badminton,
volleyball)
3-5pm
Youth Sports
Night 7-9pm