Notes
Slide Show
Outline
1
Norman Wells
Community Channel
on-line at www.normanwells.com
is about our town
and can also be viewed on
Cable Channel 5
2
COMMUNITY CHANNEL
 POLICY
3

Sahtu Health & Social Services’
Mental Health & Addictions Counsellor
for Norman Wells:
Samantha La-Qua
Service is free and confidentiality is assured.
Her office is located at Sahtu Health & Social Services Authority, 2nd floor, Heritage Hotel.
Professionals in the community can make referrals or you can call Samantha and make an appointment yourself.
Telephone 587-3657
4
Until Further Notice
Probation Officer Melanie Robichaud
can be contacted toll-free at
877-873-1747 or 867-620-0431
between the hours of 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
(Posted August 9, 2010.)
5
 
6
Effective July 2, 2010:
The after-hours emergency
NURSE-ON-CALL telephone number
has changed to 587-6688.
The emergency nurse-on-call can still be
reached by telephoning the
Monica Loomis Health Centre;
the automated options will connect you.
For non-emergency health questions,
Tele-Care Health Line is available at
1-888-255-1010.
Thank you,
Monica Loomis Health Centre (587-3675).
7

The Norman Wells
Community Library
is closed until further notice.
(Awaiting successful candidate for the Librarian position.)

(Posted August 23, 2010.)
8


The Hours for
Matco’s Summer Recycling Depot Are:
Tuesdays:  2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Thursdays:  2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Saturdays:  10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

DEPOT OFFICE IS CLOSED THURSDAY, SEPT. 2ND AND SAT., SEPT. 4TH.
WILL RE-OPEN ON TUES., SEPT. 7TH.

Matco Transportation Systems, Norman Wells
9
Matco’s Tentative Truck Barge Schedule
Cut-off, 12 noon, Edm. Arrival, Norman Wells
August 4 (freezer serv.) August 12
August 25 September 2
September 3 (freezer serv.) September 13
September 23 October 3
Please note the 3 scheduled reefer barges; this schedule may be subject to change.  Matco will make every effort to move your freight as expediently as possible.   Edmonton office 866-930-8734 (toll free)
Norman Wells office 867-587-2351  freight@matco.ca
10
Hours for the
Norman Wells Historical Society
September

Mondays*-Fridays: 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sundays:  10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
*Open Labor Day, Sept. 6th
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
For further inquiries, please call 587-2415.
11
FOREST FIRE REPORTING
Norman Wells Duty Desk
587–3512
Toll Free 1–877–698–3473
(1-877-NWT-FIRE)
12


Up Next …

Employment Opportunities/

Training
13
Employment Opportunity

Heritage Hotel
is looking for a daytime dishwasher.

Please drop by hotel’s front desk for more info.
14
Employment Opportunity

Part-time Cashier needed.

Apply at Northern Store
15
Employment Opportunity

Norman Wells Land Corporation
is looking to hire a short term fieldworker
to collect comments and / or concerns
related to Draft 3 of the Sahtu Land Use Plan.  Please submit a resume to our office
or email: coo@nwlc.ca. 
For more information, contact our office
at 587-2455.
Mahsi.
16
The Norman Wells Early Childhood Society will have a half time
(12:00-5:00pm)
Educator position available as of
Sept. 13, 2010.  We also have spaces
available for children 12 months to 5 yrs old.  For more information,
contact: Trudy Bridger, Supervisor at 
Woodland Children’s Centre at 587-2065.
17
Rayuka Inn is seeking a reliable,
punctual student for part-time work
after school and on Saturdays.
Responsibilities will include various kitchen and restaurant duties. 

Contact Larry or Carla at the
Rayuka for details.
18
Up Next …


Items For Sale /

Items Wanted
19
FOR SALE

PRO-FORM XT CROSSWALK
ELECTRIC TREADMILL
(user’s manual included)
Price: $300.00
Please call: 587-2023
20
FOR SALE

2002 FORD EXPLORER, 4wd, remote start, in car heater,
new tires, 76,000kms,
well maintained. 
Asking $8,500.

Please call Leanne at 587-4592.
21
FOR SALE

2007 CAN-AM 4X4 QUAD
COMES WITH ALL THE EXTRAS;

10 PERSON COLEMAN TENT
(NEW) $60.;

ELECTRIC PIANO MULTI-FUNCTION (NEW) $80.;

IF INTERESTED, CALL 587-2989.
22
HOUSE FOR SALE

Located close to
downtown and school;
3 bedrooms.
If interested please e-mail
Phyllis at
shycat_2000@hotmail.com
23
Needed:
One used but functional blender for
art class at MMS. 
If you have one that you can give
to the school, please contact:
 Malcolm Coupe at 587-2286.
Thank you.
24
HOUSE FOR SALE
#1 Ptarmigan Ave.

Contact Tina Lorenzen at
867-445-6145 or
tinaharley@hotmail.com
25
FOR SALE

Slacks hanger stand;
Drapery traverse rods;
Interlock steel bed frames;
Twin foam mattress;
Heavy drapes, sheers, roller blind;
Call 587-3045, Colleen;
Please leave message.
26
Home for Sale
6 Falcon Avenue,
Lot 222, Plan 1366, Norman Wells
2 large bedrooms; 14’ wide X 63’ long, 882 sq. ft.,
front & back porch, 160 sq. ft.; (back porch used as 3rd bedroom). Deck 252 sq. ft., 6’ X 6’ garden shed, greenhouse, fenced yard, on utilidor system, ½ block from school.  Included in sale: washer & dryer, deep freeze, fridge & stove (less than 4 years old); microwave, coffee maker, toaster, 6-piece dining room table & chairs; 3-piece entertainment centre, etc.

$110,000.00 comes completely furnished.
Call Steve or Sheila at 587-2064 for viewing and
complete listing of sale items.
27
Garage Sale:
12 Riverview
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday, Sept. 4th.
Various household items.
28
For Sale:
Queen size bed with matching dresser and night stand - $300.;
Broil King BBQ (propane) $200.;
Desk $100.;  52” Rear Projection TV RCA HDTV $250.; Table & 4 chairs $150.; Rocking Chair & Ottoman $100.; Sony surround sound $200.; Buffet & Hutch with Glass $75.; Buffet & Hutch $50. – Air conditioner - $150.;
Phone: 587-6621 (cell) or 587-4314 (H)
29
For Sale:
Lot 2054 at the end of the road on Beaver Lane near D.O.T. Lake. 
Comes with 16 x 20
Garage package - $48,000 obo:
phone 587-6621.
30
For Sale
435 Mackenzie Drive
3 bedroom family home; 1 bathroom;
fridge, diswasher, washer & dryer included. Woodstove; Central air conditioning;
Split level
Approximately 1200 sq. ft. of living space
New oil tank on .552 Hectares
Fenced in front of house with children tree house/swing set.
Quiet area plus garage; needs some tender loving care. Call Christine @ 587-2278 evenings.
31
FOR SALE BY TENDER
In Inuvik:  2000 Evinrude 75 hp, 4-stroke;  1999 Evinrude 70 hp, 4-stroke;  Evinrude 9.9 hp;  1993 Ford F150;  Walk-in Freezer Bldg.;  approx. 200’ of Steel Tower.  In Norman Wells:  2008 Ford Escape;  Truck Canopy, fits Ford F-Series Truck 2007 model;  1990 Ford F350 CrewCab.  At Peel River Ferry Camp:  1983 Trailer.  To be considered, sealed tenders including 10% deposit with the tender number marked on the outside of the envelope or package, tender #0627-25-2010-02, must be received no later than
3:00 p.m., local time, September 10, 2010, at the Dept. of Public Works and Services, 1st floor, Perry Building, Inuvik, NT X0E 0T0   Information:  contact Ann Margaret White, Regional Property Officer, 867-777-7179.
32
Whole Healing Day Spa & Wellness Centre:

September Special – Foot Program - $40. – Aromatherapy detoxifying foot soak, dry skin removal, reflexology foot massage, and nails painted!
Spa hours are now expanding to morning appointments at 9 and 10:30 am, Mon.–Fri. and evening appointments.
Call Beth today at 587-4185.
33
Wanted
A vehicle in Norman Wells in running condition. Contact me at:
902-237-8374
(leave message) or johnbuote@gmail.com
34
For Rent
Garage space, can be heated.


For Sale
1989 F150

Telephone 587-4320
and leave a message.
35
For Sale
Blue Dodge Caravan
Fully Loaded – all power.
In good condition.
Asking $900.00 O.B.O.
For further info. 
please call:  867-446-1428.
36
For Sale
Brand new 8 person tent,
has never been taken
out of bag.
Please call:  587- 4320
37
Garage Sale
27 Martin Ave.
Sept. 4th at 1-3 pm

For Sale:
2 refrigerators; 1 queen size bedroom suite (bed, dresser and night table);
4 wood kitchen chairs.
Inquire: 587-2266.
38
Up Next …

Upcoming Events
and / or  Notices
39
OPENING PARADE - NORMAN WELLS ARMY CADETS,
SEPT. 13TH MONDAY, 7 PM AT COMMUNITY HALL.
WELCOME BACK ALL CADETS FROM YOUR SUMMER TRAINNIG; NEW RECRUITS WELCOME; MUST BE 12 YRS. ACTIVITIES PLANNED ARE:
FTX OR FILED CAMPS AT JACKFISH LAKE;
REMEMBRANCE DAY NOV. 11TH;
BIATHLON TRAINING AND COMPETETION AT WHITEHORSE, YUKON;
WESTERN AREA CADET ZONE COMPETETION;
MARKSMANSHIP COMPETETION;
SILVER & GOLD STAR EXPEDITION IN YUKON;
OUTDOOR SKILL TRAINING AND FUN;
CONTACT LT. KEITH HICKLING AT 587-3508; JAMES NEUMANN: 587-4777; AMANDA FELTHAM: 587-7116;
40
Business Development Centre

Video Conference Seminars, Sept. 2010.
Tues., Income Tax Basics: 1:30-3pm.
Wed., Business Plan: 12-3:30pm.
Thurs., Web Design that Works: 12-2pm.
Thurs., How to prepare for Bank: 6-8pm.
Tues., How to Buy a Business: 1-3pm.
41


Friday night suppers are back.

Sept. 3rd at the legion – 6:00 pm
Shepherd’s Pie with salad - $8.00

Proceeds to Team Diabetes.
42
NORTHERN
will be open
Monday, Sept. 6th
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm only
Have a safe and happy
Long Weekend!
43
Looking for room
Looking for someone with an extra room to rent out or an apartment to share. 

If interested, please contact:
 Kathy:  kathytollenaar@gmail.com
or call the Mackenzie Mountain School at 587-2286 and leave a message.
44
Sheena Tremblay
Active Communities Coordinator
will be in Norman Wells
to provide FREE
Nordic Walking Training
Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010
@ 6:30 pm at the Community Hall
To ensure there are enough poles for all participants,
Pre-register by September 7th
Call 587-3676
NWT Recreation and Parks Association Yellowknife
Sahtu Health and Social Services Authority
45
FIRST AIR
First Air Standby Fare between
Norman Wells and Inuvik:
$75.00 plus applicable taxes
each way.
Booking must be made on same day
of travel at the Airport of Departure.
46
FIRST AIR
First Air Contact information:
1-867-587-4281 -  Counter
1-867-587-4275  -  Office
1-867-587-2233  -  Cargo
47
FIRST AIR
Attention Customers: First Air Cargo
is currently being operated out of
North-Wright Air Office Building.  Should you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact:
 587-2288 and ask for First Air Cargo.
Thank you for your business!
48
All students need to be registered or
re-registered for the 2010-2011 school year
at Mackenzie Mountain School.
The office is open 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.,
Monday – Friday.  If you have questions,
contact the office at 587-2286.

Mackenzie Mountain School
49
AURORA COLLEGE, NORMAN WELLS
WILL BE CLOSED FROM
AUGUST 26 – SEPT 6TH, 2010
STAFF IS ON PD
COLLEGE WILL RE-OPEN
SEPT. 7TH, 2010.
IF YOU WISH TO REGISTER FOR COURSES
(DEVELOPMENT STUDIES, GED, PRE-TRADES, DISTANCE EDUCATION)
YOU MAY DO SO AT THAT TIME.
50
S.R.P. Petroleum will be taking over the propane refill depot,
effective August 19, 2010.
Please contact us at 587-2587.

Fill times are:
Tuesdays and Thursdays,
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

S.R.P. Petroleum
(Posted August 19.)
51
The Sahtu Land Use Planning Board has completed Draft 3 of the Sahtu Land Use Plan and will be holding community consultations on the following dates:
Fort Good Hope:  Community Complex, Thurs., Sept. 9, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.,
Fri., Sept. 10, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Refreshments and meals will be served.
The Sahtu Land Use Planning Board looks forward to your feedback on Draft 3. 
Sahtu Land Use Planning Board, 867-598-2055,
Fort Good Hope, NT.
52
Looking for leaders for Sparks, Brownies and
Girl Guides. 

If you are interested please call
Shay @ 587-2208.

Thank you.
53
Dentist in Norman Wells:

September 20, 21 and September 30;
October 11, 12, 13, 14;
October 25 and October 30.

For appointment, please telephone on the
day listed above at 587-2727.
54
Patricia (Pat or Patsy) Echlin suffered a brain aneurysm
and a stroke.  She is currently in stable condition, in the neurological intensive care (ICU) unit and is expected that Patricia will be in ICU for about another 2 weeks.
Therefore, she cannot receive gifts or flowers, and only immediate family may visit.  Patricia is conscious with her eyes open and responds with hand movements.  It is too early to know the extent of her injuries (or how it has affected her abilities).  Please send any correspondence and information requests to me, Chris Buist, at Box 156, Norman Wells
(telephone 867-587-2084).  Thank you.
55
Effective Proposal Writing Workshop, Yellowknife, September 7 and 8, 2010,
at Tree of Peace Friendship Centre,
9:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m.
Cost $300 plus GST ($315 /person)
More information/registration:
Ellen Huse, office telephone 604-477-9060,
fax 604-608-9263,
cell 778-990-8400
ellen.huse@gmail.com
56
BIRTHDAYS
WELL WISHES
THANK YOUS CONGRATULATIONS
57
Good Luck Phoebe Kenny!

You will be missed, but we wish you
the best while you’re in college,
and in all your future endeavors.

Love,
your friends and family.
58
The Norman Wells Running Club thanks everyone who participated and volunteered in BEARATHON II.  A special thanks to the Northern Store, Rampart Rentals, Royal Canadian Legion, Santa’s Anonymous for the aid station, the Town of Norman Wells and the Recreation Department.  It was another successful year and we look forward to BEARATHON III next year.  Thanks to everyone for making the BEARATHON
a great community event.
Amanda Feltham, Peggy Chubb, &
Alasdair Veitch – Norman Wells Running Club.
59
BEARATHON II – Race Results:
1 Mile Age 10 & under – Maggie & Amara Wheeler tied 3rd; Alayna Jackson & Kaija Fehr 2nd; 1st to Grace Spencer.
Over 10 – 1st  to Hannah Spencer.
5 KM – female participants 3rd - Tiana Spilchak, 2nd - Kristi Fehr, and 1st - Marisol Beaudry. Male participants 3rd - Alfred Gully, 2nd - Braden Hickling, 1st - Mark Collier.
10 KM – female participants, 3rd - Sheena Bailey, 2nd - Shay McClure, and 1st - Kristen Vinke.  Male participants, 3rd - Mark Gillanders, 2nd - Tommy Savoie and 1st - Myles Erb.
Congratulations to all the medal winners from the Norman Wells Running Club!
60
Up Next …




Town of Norman Wells Notices
61
Thank you to everyone who made
donations and purchases
at CIBC Garage Sale
to raise funds for
Breast Cancer Programs in the North.

Garage sale at CIBC ends on September 3rd.
62
I will be in my office at the Town of
Norman Wells Wednesday, September 29,
7:00–9:00 p.m., to meet with residents who
have issues to discuss.
Drop in or telephone 587-4010.

Thank you,
Mayor Dudley Johnson
63
Friday Night Youth Sports

Who:  kids of all ages (under 18)

What:  any sport or game you like

Where:  meet at the school’s main entrance
Nice days: play outdoors (tennis court,
ball diamond, etc.); rainy days: school gym

When:  Every Friday night, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Bring a water bottle!

Contact:  Michael Popko, Director of Recreation, telephone 587-6568.
64
Mountain Avens Award 2010

All you have to do is keep your yard clean
and tidy.  The Mountain Avens Committee is
out & about!  Winners to be drawn August 30, 2010.  Five (5) winners will each receive a cheque for $200.00.
The Mountain Avens Award is to recognize
and acknowledge individuals and
organizations who have made
efforts to help beautify our town.

Town of Norman Wells
65
The Fitness Centre is extended to APRIL 30, 2011.

Fitness Centre memberships
can be purchased at the
Town of Norman Wells Office.

Posted June 9, 2010.
66
TOWN OF NORMAN WELLS
TELEPHONE  NUMBERS:
------------------------------------------------------
Assistant Town Manager/Public Works:  587–6531
Water & Sewer:   587–6566
Natural Gas:  587–6567

Animal Control Officers:   587–6569 or  587-4099
Northridge Contracting for “trucked” water customers:  587–6581
Town Office Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(closed 12 noon – 1:00 p.m.)
67
Animal Control Officers –
any concerns or complaints,
please telephone Bruce or June at
587-6569 or  587-4099 (leave a message).
Please don’t hesitate to call.

Thank you,
Bruce and June McPherson
68
NOTICE

The Town of Norman Wells
The Companion Animal Control By-Law No. 10-23 received 3rd Reading, August 24, 2010 which included the following changes:
 - Schedule “A”s.4. – “..any owner sited with an unlicensed animal companion will be fined $50. and will be required to purchase a license within 5 business days; failure to do so will result in a fine of $100.
Various other fines have been increased, for more infor, by-law no. 10-23 is available at Town Office or www.normanwells.com
Two Animal Control Officers have been hired by the Town and they will be enforcing the by-law. Residents are given until Sept. 17, 2010 to purchase their license.
69
Mountain Avens Award
CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEARS
WINNERS
Jackie McDonald
John Kivi
Petra Rojek
Guy St. Andre
John McDonald
WILL EACH RECEIVE A CHEQUE FOR $200.00