Masset

A dozen kids from Haida Gwaii took part in a week long dance camp, ending with a tap performance at the Howard Phillips Community Hall. (Archie Stocker Sr. / Haida Gwaii Observer)

New dance skills on tap for Haida Gwaii kids

North Vancouver dance studio visits Masset for week long dance camp

A dozen kids from Haida Gwaii took part in a week long dance camp, ending with a tap performance at the Howard Phillips Community Hall. (Archie Stocker Sr. / Haida Gwaii Observer)
Rebekka Vogstad, Martina Abrahams, Elizabeth McGeachy, Cullen Marks, Jen Wilson and Laura Squires were this year’s graduates. (Archie Stocker Sr. / Haida Gwaii Observer)

Coast Mountain College Convocation at Masset campus

Six graduates recognized at the ceremony

  • Sep 3, 2019
Rebekka Vogstad, Martina Abrahams, Elizabeth McGeachy, Cullen Marks, Jen Wilson and Laura Squires were this year’s graduates. (Archie Stocker Sr. / Haida Gwaii Observer)
Seal-ine Dion’s heart will go on thanks to the rehabilitation she received at the Vancouver Aquarium over the summer. (Leila Riddall photo)

Seal-ine Dion and Tuna Faye make their return to Haida Gwaii

Local seal pups Seal-ine Dion and Tuna Faye arrived home in Masset…

Seal-ine Dion’s heart will go on thanks to the rehabilitation she received at the Vancouver Aquarium over the summer. (Leila Riddall photo)
The Rushbrook Trail has become one of the signature trails in Prince Rupert, and is a pivotal piece in the goal to connect the city’s trails. (Matthew Allen photo)

NCRD in brief: Upcoming Strategic Plan the priority at Committee of the Whole meeting

Erosion prevention, trail development and All Native Basketball Tournament among the agenda items

The Rushbrook Trail has become one of the signature trails in Prince Rupert, and is a pivotal piece in the goal to connect the city’s trails. (Matthew Allen photo)
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2018 Crime Stats out for Queen Charlotte and Masset

Violent and non-violent crime see an increase at varying levels in both towns

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(Leila Riddall photo)

Haida Gwaii eagles recovering in Ladner care facility

Treatment for the eagles is both costly and time intensive

(Leila Riddall photo)
(Leila Riddall photo)

Eagle injuries in Masset

Poor human practices are responsible for harm to the birds

(Leila Riddall photo)
The first totem pole raising in almost a century took place in Old Massett in August 1969. (NFB photo)

Haida story headed to the international stage

Old Massett totem pole raising revisited in Christopher Auchter’s documentary Now Is The Time

The first totem pole raising in almost a century took place in Old Massett in August 1969. (NFB photo)
John Ismay had the heaviest catch on the day, bringing in a halibut that weighed over 30 pounds. (Archie Stocker Sr. photo)

Masset fishing derby proves to be a catch

All ages participated in the competition to bring in the top salmon and halibut hauls

John Ismay had the heaviest catch on the day, bringing in a halibut that weighed over 30 pounds. (Archie Stocker Sr. photo)
Raven Ann Potschka/Sandlanee Gid stands still a moment in Space 626, the new home of Ladybird’s Boutique and a venue for live music, dance classes, and other community events. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)

Space 626 opens in Masset with room to grow

Not only does she sell stylin’ clothes, Raven Ann Potschka/Sandlanee Gid knows…

Raven Ann Potschka/Sandlanee Gid stands still a moment in Space 626, the new home of Ladybird’s Boutique and a venue for live music, dance classes, and other community events. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)
In Pictures: Masset Christmas concert stocks lots of laughs

In Pictures: Masset Christmas concert stocks lots of laughs

Masset’s community Christmas concert knocked everyone’s yellow socks off last Friday night.…

In Pictures: Masset Christmas concert stocks lots of laughs
(Haida Gwaii Observer/File photo)

Masset RCMP identify suspect after a string of break-and-enters

A thief robbed the surf shop, sushi restaurant, and Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom…

(Haida Gwaii Observer/File photo)
A rotating cast of fast-talking emcees kept the bids bumping all day long. (Archie Stocker Sr./Haida Gwaii Observer)

Bidders ring in over $17,000 at Masset Haida Lions Telethon

Thanks to bidders, donors and extra-strength volunteers, the Masset Haida Lions Club…

A rotating cast of fast-talking emcees kept the bids bumping all day long. (Archie Stocker Sr./Haida Gwaii Observer)
(Haida Gwaii Observer/File photo)

Gunshot fired in Masset

No one injured after single gunshot fired in Masset around 11 p.m. Wednesday

(Haida Gwaii Observer/File photo)
Northern Haida Gwaii Hospital warms up to biomass proposal

Northern Haida Gwaii Hospital warms up to biomass proposal

Haida Gwaii’s northern hospital is warming up to a greener heating system.…

Northern Haida Gwaii Hospital warms up to biomass proposal
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Libraries to end overdue fines for kids books in 2019

VIRL’s 2019 budget also includes $1.5 million for new Haida Gwaii branches

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Gudangaay Tlaats’gaa Naay powers up with solar panels and Tesla battery packs

Gudangaay Tlaats’gaa Naay powers up with solar panels and Tesla battery packs

Solar power got another big boost on Haida Gwaii last week, with…

Gudangaay Tlaats’gaa Naay powers up with solar panels and Tesla battery packs
From left to right, Masset councillor candidates Terry Carty, Regina Williams, Robert Morton, Bret Johnston, and Evelyn von Almassy speak at the GTN candidates forum together with mayoral candidates Barry Pages and Margo Hearne. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)

Housing a top issue for future Masset mayor and council

Lack of daycare, better recreation and tsunami planning also discussed at Oct. 4 forum

From left to right, Masset councillor candidates Terry Carty, Regina Williams, Robert Morton, Bret Johnston, and Evelyn von Almassy speak at the GTN candidates forum together with mayoral candidates Barry Pages and Margo Hearne. (Andrew Hudson/Haida Gwaii Observer)
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Lions Club pride to shine at 50th anniversary

Masset Haida Lions to host free BBQ lunch at Howard Phillips Community Hall on Saturday

(Haida Gwaii Observer/File photo)
A view of Masset harbour. (Kate Gannon/Submitted)

Masset dodges empty-ballot bullet

After an extended deadline, Masset now has enough candidates for council

A view of Masset harbour. (Kate Gannon/Submitted)