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Grade 4 students from School District 60 were challenged to tug at this moose hide to see if they could break it as part of Doig Days festivities on Thursday, May 25. None could. For more on this year’s Doig Days, see story on A10.

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Columbians voted for a change from the Liberals, Horgan said. “I’m very excited about the prospect of stable government and demonstrating to British Columbians that we can do great things when we work together. We can do great things across party lines when we have a government in place that’s anxious to do that.” Both Weaver and Horgan took questions from reporters outside the legislature. Media tuning into the announcement via teleconference were not given an opportunity to ask questions. Further details about the agreement between the two parties were expected to be released on Tuesday, following its ratification by the NDP, but were not released by deadline. See DEAL on A4

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The BC Green Party says it will support the BC NDP in forming a minority government in the legislature. Party leader Andrew Weaver made the announcement next to BC NDP Leader John Horgan outside the legislature Monday afternoon. The two parties say they have reached a four-year agreement, with the Greens giving the NDP its support on budget bills and confidence motions to “provide a stable minority government over four years,” Weaver said. The deal comes after four negotiating sessions with the NDP, which was expected to ratify the deal with its caucus on Tuesday, Weaver said.

“What was obvious to us, the BC Greens, is there is so much commonality in this legislature,” Weaver said. “There are so many ideas that all parties share. In the end, we had to make a difficult decision, a decision we felt was in the best interest of British Columbians.” The final ballot count from the May 9 election left the province exactly where it was on election night with neither the Liberals nor NDP holding a majority of seats in the 87-seat legislature, while the B.C. Green Party retains its role as potential king-maker. The final count left the Liberals one seat short of a majority with 43 seats to 41 for the NDP and three for the Greens. With 60 per cent of voters casting a ballot for the NDP, Greens, or other smaller parties, British

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What do you want to be when you grow up? It’s a question few high school students have the answer to. But North Peace Secondary Student Jessica Telizyn knows exactly what she wants to do— she wants to be a surgeon. With such a career on the horizon, Telizyn will head to Massachusetts this month to attend MIT Launch, an entrepreneurship camp hosted by the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The school has

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carefully selected students from all over North America to attend. “The acceptance rate is 12

per cent,” Telizyn said. “I’m one of two Canadians (going).” The focus of MIT Launch is to bring the ambitious youth of the world together, encourage entrepreneurship, and promote business skills. During the program, which runs twice this summer, students will work toward launching their own real startup companies. Many of these companies exist beyond the program, and continue to grow even after the students have returned to high school for the fall semester.

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Mayors respond to political pact Mayors in the North Peace say they will continue to advocate on behalf of the region and rural resource economies regardless of who forms government in the B.C. legislature in the coming weeks. A potential NDP minority government supported by the Greens would end 16 years of Liberal governments since 2001, and produce the first minority government in more than 60 years—taking the province into “unknown waters,” Fort St. John Mayor Lori Ackerman acknowledged. “We don’t know what the deal between the NDP Party and the Green Party contains and we can’t speculate on how the agreement came about,” Ackerman said. “What we do know is that we have worked tirelessly to protect and promote the interests of our community and we will continue to do that no matter which party forms government. Our citizens voices will be heard.” Details of the agreement between the NDP and Greens were expected Tuesday afternoon after deadline. The NDP hold 41 seats, with the Greens having agreed to add their three behind the party for any budget and confidence motions in the legislature over the next four years. “It’s encouraging to see an agreement in place to provide government to the province. But it’s still fragile,” Hudson’s Hope Mayor Gwen Johansson said. See MAYORS on A11

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CATS AND MATS Ella Jorgenson, 12, had a little furry friend—four week old kitten, Mulan— ‘helping’ her do various poses at Cornerstone Yoga Collective’s Cats and Mats event on May 27. The event was a fundraiser for the North Peace SPCA and saw three kittens currently in foster care with the shelter being adorable while Candace Soderberg lead a gentle relaxation yoga class. The kittens were also available for adoption. The event brought in about $850 for the North Peace SPCA.

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Wrinkly Face? Try a broccoli beauty boost HACK ATTACK: According to an item on CBC, Russian hackers are currently targeting North American banks, including Canadian financial institutions. So be very cautious if you visit the North Peace Credit Union and there’s a handwritten sign Scotch-taped to the ATM: “Rubles Only.”

SCIENCE SHOCKER: In a study published last week by the University of KNOWBEFOREYOUGO Cambridge in the UK: Scientists (of both genders) are less likely to be taken seriously if they are good-looking. Hey, tell PREVAILING PRICES me about it! That’s why I gave up my career in thermodynamic integrated diode Dawson Creek 106.9 t. John, BC - 7 Day Forecast - Environment Canada theoretical astro-quantum bio-chemical, robotic micro-neurology.

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MEDAL MEMO: There was a report gold medals awarded at the Rio Olympics in 2016 are peeling. Also the chocolate inside is stale.

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SUN STUFF: Here’s something that will make you wonder about our American cousins. According to a study by the U.S. National Science Foundation: 25 percent of Americans believe the Sun orbits around the Earth. It’s stuff like this that makes me want to walk right up to the edge of the Earth and jump off.

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BROCCOLI BULLETIN: The latest beauty trend is the broccoli facial. You get rid of wrinkles by rubbing broccoli on your face. But please remember: It’s impolite to give yourself a facial in the produce department at Safeway unless you buy the broccoli.

DOG DETAILS: A new study shows dogs talk to humans. To understand dogs, listen https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/bc-78_metric_e.html BAYWATCH BULLETIN: Lots of movie carefully to their barks. One bark: “Please news to chew on. The new Baywatch film take me for a walk.” Two barks: “Yes, I’m a is getting mostly negative reviews. Appar- good boy. Stop asking who’s a good boy.” ently it lacks the intellectual depth of the Three barks: “For crying out loud, leave TV show. the toilet lid up so I can get a drink!”

MOUNTAIN MEMO: Part of Mt Everest has a cliff near the summit Alberta-B.C. border 106.9 has collapsed, crumbled away. Experts say it’s going to make the mountain much easier to SPIDEY STUFF: It was announced in ROMPER REPORT: You’ve seen those Fort Nelson 122.9 climb. Oh well, in that case, maybe I’ll the next Spider-Man movie, the hero will cute little one piece romper suits todinformation Local forecasts Columbia  Environment and natural resources  Weather  Weather   British change my summer vacation plans. wear a new Spidey costume. This means dlers wear. According to a news item on I’ll have to buy new PJs. I guess it’s time. TV, the latest fashion trend is romper Groundbirch 106.9 HOCKEY HA HA: The Nashville PredI’ve worn the same Spider-Man PJs since suits for grownup adult men. Guys, if you ators made it to the Stanley Cup final. 1997. add Crocs to your feet and a fanny pack Chetwynd 112.9 Is Nashville a hockey town? Sure it is. around your waist—it really completes the SPECIALinAIR QUALITY INSTAR EFFECT Somewhere Nashville right STATEMENT now, a guy BORES: Last week marked the ensemble. who writes country music songs is trying 40th anniversary of the first Star Wars Tumbler Ridge 115.9 to come up with a word that rhymes with movie. Back in 1977 I remember thinkSURGICAL STUFF: Doctors in China Zamboni. ing: “This could be a series of movies. surgically removed two ballpoint pens Observed at: Fort St. John Airport 3:00 PM MST Tuesday 30 May 2017 Current Conditions Prince George 101.4 If the Darth Vader guy loses the stupid from the stomach of a man who swalNelson, BC - 7 Day Forecast - Environment Canada CHAOS: Last week in https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/bc-83_metric_e.html COMPUTER mask and cape.” Condition: Mostly Cloudy Temperature: 26.1°C Wind: ESE 18 lowed km/h them more than 30 years ago. Two Hythe Orlando, Florida: A college student was pens in his stomach? That’s nothing! A 106.9 Pressure: charged 100.9 kPa Dew point:CRUISE 7.4°C NEWS: Tom Cruise Visibility: 24 km buddy of mine got a pen stuck in his ear with a felony after he hacked has conthe university’s computer systemHumidity: firmed when he was making a mental note of Tendency: into Falling 30%he’ll star in a Top Gun sequel. Grande Prairie 97.9 and changed his final grade from an F to Tom’s much older now. I predict there something. a B. Gee, what’s the point of them teachwill be a scene where Tom flies his plane Calgary ing computer skills if they punish you for with his left turn signal blinking. Bob Snyder can be reached at: 99.9 using them? chewsthenews@fastmail.com e  Environment and natural resources Weather information  Weather  Local forecasts  British Columbia

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Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) is ready to celebrate diversity in the community this weekend. The 2017 Fort St. John World Fair is coming up on June 3 and will showcase all the different cultures that make up the community. SWIS representatives Ted Sloan and Jane Drew gave a presentation to Fort St. John city council to give them the scoop on this year’s event. “It’s a free public event where we celebrate where people are from,” said Sloan. The World Fair is normally held on Canada Day, but with Canada 150 celebrations, they decided to hold it earlier. The other reason for the earlier date is that students run the fair, and school is not in session on July 1 and many students may not be around. The location of the World Fair is changing as well and will be held at the park at 100th and 100th. Sloan also raised a concern that SWIS has about the festival. In the official Community Plan released in 2011, in section 5.5 on cultural diversity, it states “council will promote the development of a festival that utilizes foodrelated education and cultural events to increase awareness of the city’s cultural diversity.” Sloan pointed out that the city has not done this. “We’re a bit concerned because we haven’t really seen that on a large scale or a citywide level,” said Sloan. “We’ve done World Fair and we’ve worked with the city in the past, but we’re at risk of this being our last year due to budget cuts. We just don’t have the money to do it anymore.” Sloan said that SWIS would like to join forces with the city to continue the World Fair in the years to come. Mayor Lori Ackerman said council would direct staff to work more with SWIS on the World Fair in the future and submit a report.

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Fort St. John city council has deferred the renaming of the East Bypass Road until its 2018 budget considerations. A significant portion of the East Bypass Road is now within city boundaries, about 75 per cent, while the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure controls 25 per cent. The MoTI stretch is sandwiched between portions of the road where the city has jurisdiction. There are 61 properties that are addressed on the East Bypass Road. Changing the name of the road would require approval of 50 per cent of those affected homeowners. As the name isn’t being changed for safety reasons, the city would be responsible for the costs affiliated with the name change, which staff project would cost about $31,000. The proposed new name would be Northern Lights Drive.

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It’s been a week of new developments for Ken and Arlene Boon, two of the expropriated landowners at Bear Flat who live in the face of Highway 29 realignment as part of Site C construction. First, BC Hydro granted them a one-month extension to stay in their home until the end of June. “This buys some valuable time while we’re waiting for what comes out of the vote count and what kind of shape and direction the government takes, and issues with the road alignment,” Ken Boon said. The Boons had requested an extension on their lease, which BC Hydro says it was able to accommodate after reviewing its construction schedule. “We determined that as part of the ongoing management of our construction schedule, we were able to extend their lease by one month—from May 31 to June 30,” Dave Conway said. The second new development was a governing pact announced by the BC NDP and Greens Monday, two parties that reject

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Ken and Arlene Boon with their grandson Caleb Pearson at their home on Bear Flat. The Boons welcomed news of a NDP-Green party governance pact.

the dam for its $8.8-billion cost and impact on Treaty rights, among other concerns. “We’ve had a lot of setbacks in the last couple of years,” said Boon. “With the election, everything that has happened has been positive now for us, and I think the province. Quite frankly, I think there will be a chance for a further reprieve.” Where the dam fits into the agreement between the NDP and Greens was not known by Tuesday’s deadline—the Greens want it halted completely, while the NDP wants it sent for a review

by the B.C. Utilities Commission. Roughly $1.4 billion had been spent on the project as of Dec. 31, 2016, according BC Hydro’s latest quarterly report to the utilities commission. The two parties, if they form government, will have a hard time shutting down the project immediately, Boon said, but he’s hopeful for an expedited economic review. “I can understand they have a lot of different pressures on them, the devil will be in the details” of their agreement, Boon said.

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A pact between the two parties does not necessarily mean they will form government. Liberal Leader Christy Clark remains premier and has first crack at delivering a throne speech in the legislature. If the speech is defeated, the NDP could be given the opportunity to form a government with the support of the Greens. “In recent days, we have made every effort to reach a governing agreement, while standing firm on our core beliefs,” Clark said in a statement. “It’s vitally important that British Columbians see the specific details of the agreement announced today by the BC NDP and Green Party leaders, which could have far-reaching consequences for our province’s future.” ‘Worrisome territory’ For the Peace Region, the announcement could leave MLAelects Dan Davies and Mike Bernier on the outside looking in. Both won their ridings handily for the BC Liberals, and Bernier served as education minister in the last government. Much uncertainty remains,

Davies said. “At the end of the day, my job is still remains the same, and that is to be a strong advocate for our riding and make sure that our issues and concerns are being brought forward in Victoria.” The announcement also brings many new questions to table including the future of the Site C dam and a liquefied natural gas export industry. Davies declined to speculate on the impacts of a possible NDP government here, instead taking a “wait-and-see” approach. “BC Liberals are moving forward and plan to get our LNG industry up and going, we are still firmly standing beside the Site C project,” he said. “Responsible resource development, at the end of the day, that’s who we are up here. This is the worrisome territory that we are moving toward, when we look at the NDP and certainly the Green Party as not so favourable to the resource sector. That’s when we start drawing the uncertainty and the unknown.” Visit alaskahighwaynews.ca for more on this story as it develops.

June 2017 North Central Local Government Association (NCGLA) Lifetime Achievement Award Director Karen Goodings received the Life time achievement award from NCGLA President Shaely Wilbur, in recognition of decades of public service while promoting the environmental. Social and economic wellbeing of North Central British Columbia.

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Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) Lakepoint Golf and Country Club for a grant of up to $250,000 from the Economic Diversification Infrastructure funding program for the Pump House Replacement Project.

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The Wonowon Horse Club for a grant of up to $13,000 for the re-shingling of the Wonowon Community Hall from the Community Halls and Recreation Facilities funding program.

The Regional Board approved the “Guidelines for Review of Large Industrial Dugouts and Borrow Pits on ALR Lands”. The Board is approved the Statement of Financial Information. The statement can be viewed at- http:// prrd.bc.ca/services/finance/statement-of-financialinformation/

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The BC Wildfire Service is encouraging the public to exercise caution with any outdoor burning.

If an open burn escapes and causes a wildfire, the person Fire Protection Agreement responsible may be held accountable for damages and The Regional Board approved entering into a 5 year agreement with the City fire suppression costs. It is the responsibility of that of Fort St. John District for the provision of Fire Protection Services in rural Fort individual to ensure that burning is done in a safe manner St. John. and in accordance with regulations and any current Special Event Grant burning restrictions. The Board approved a Special Event Grant Application from the Chetwynd To reduce the number of preventable wildfires take the International Chainsaw Carving Championship Society in the amount of $2,500 for the purpose of hosting the 13th Chetwynd International Chainsaw following precautions: Carving Championship taking place on June 8-11, 2017. Ø Ensure that enough people, water and tools are on Agricultural Land Commission hand to control the fire and prevent it from escaping. The Peace River Regional District Board authorized the Frank Bueckert, Ø Do not burn during windy conditions. Weather Andrew Reimer and Eggers applications to be forwarded to the ALC. The conditions can change quickly and the wind may Fell application was not forwarded at this time, pending a public meeting regarding the project. carry embers to other combustible material and start new fires. Septage receiving facility

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On May 9, 2017 The District of Chetwynd opened its new Septage (Trucked Waste) Receiving Facility. The new advanced facility is equipped with very sensitive testing equipment which will detect the presence of Hydrocarbons as well as monitor PH and Conductivity. $2,992,254 of the funding for this facility came from a Federal/Provincial Building Canada-Small Communities Infrastructure grant and Electoral Area “E” of the Peace River Regional District contributed $500,000 toward this project.

Solid Waste

1. Staff will bring forward a report about the municipal solid waste agreements to the Solid Waste committee, that will include: a) how and when rates are reviewed b) consistency of rates c) how the solid waste agreements were established with municipalities d) a comparison between Tumbler Ridge and Hudson’s Hope transfer station current operations of operating a Tier 1 Transfer Station 2. Peter Schriber, Manager Business Development and Stakeholder Relations, Pacific Northern Gas will be invited to attend a Regional Board meeting in July or August, to provide information on landfill gas options, including financial details. 3. The Tier 1 Transfer Station proposed for the Groundbirch area will be changed to a Tier 2 Transfer Station, and an additional Tier 2 Transfer Station location, in Electoral Area ‘E’, will be determined at a later date. 4. A pilot project will be initiated at the Doig/Milligan/Osborn Transfer Station to implement 24/7 access via a man gate once surveillance equipment is installed at the site.

June Board Meetings Dates

June 8 Fort St. John June 22 Fort St. John

Ø Create a fireguard at least one metre around the planned fire site by clearing away twigs, grass, leaves and other combustible material. Ø If you are planning a large burn, consider conducting smaller burns around the perimeter beforehand to create a fuel break and help prevent the fire from spreading beyond its intended size. Each of these fires should be kept small and must be completely extinguished before starting a new fire. Ø Never leave a fire unattended. Ø Make sure that your fire is completely extinguished and the ashes are cold to touch before you leave the area for any length of time. The Prince George Fire Centre boundaries include the Peace River Regional District.

The Board will send letters of support for the following projects and initiatives:

The Tse’Kw’a Heritage Society for a grant of up to $250,000 to enable the society to create an amphitheater and renovate their current building from the Economic Diversification Infrastructure funding program. The West Moberly First Nations for a grant of $105,000 for the Community Communications Infrastructure Upgrades from the Economic Diversification Infrastructure funding program. The West Moberly First Nations for a grant of up to $250,000 for the Zonnebeke Wind Power Project from the Economic Diversification Infrastructure funding program. Strategic Priorities Fund The Whiskey Jack Nordic Ski Association for up to $125,000 to assist with the construction of a maintenance building in Beatton Provincial Park to support the continued operation of cross country skiing in the park.

Electoral Area B Potable Water Referendum Information Meetings MEETING DATES & LOCATIONS Date Location May 29 May 31 June 7 June 8 June 9 June 12 June 13 June 14 June 15 June 19 June 20 June 22

Pink Mountain at Buffalo Inn Osborn Hall Rose Prairie Community Hall Buick Creek Community Hall Prespatou School Clearview School Wonowon Hall Halfway Graham Community Hall Cecil Lake Community Hall Montney Community Hall Upper Cache Charlie Lake Community Hall All meeting begin at 7pm

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Bluey Day brings in more than $150K for local cancer care MATT PREPROST editor@ahnfsj.ca

Blue skies, bright smiles, and an impressive fundraising total marked the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation’s annual Bluey Day event last weekend. Thirty residents shaved their heads May 27 in support of cancer survivors and treatment services this year, raising more than $108,000, with more donations expected in the coming days. On top of that, the foundation received a $50,000 donation from Giovanna Mucci in honour of her late husband Edmondo earlier this year, which organizers say will help push this year’s fundraising total north of $160,000. “We took our $100,000 goal and blew it out of the water,” said Jennifer Moore, the foundation’s executive director. From participants young and old, donations small and large, this year’s event was again marked by a good cross-section of the community. Among them was 15-year-old Garret McComber, who raised $785 in honour of not only his

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Bluey Day 2017 was personal for Garret McComber (right) and his mother Melissa. McComber, 15, was diagnosed with leukemia 3.5 years ago, and was declared cancer-free Nov. 27, 2016.

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weekend back at home. “It’s a fate I wouldn’t wish upon my greatest enemy,” McComber said. It was at the hospital where McComber met his friend Hannah, who was fighting the same type of bone cancer that Canadian icon Terry Fox battled. While McComber is

cancer-free today, Hannah wasn’t as lucky, succumbing to the disease two years ago. “Every time she got a wig it would make her so happy,” McComber remembered. “She loved getting wigs so much that I decided to grow my hair out in memory of her.” McComber, who sported a freshly-cut mohawk after the event, said he was donating his locks to the Canadian Cancer Society’s wig bank at the hospital. “It’s really nice to actually feel the wind on my head, not through layers and layers of hair,” he said. Sean and Bronwen Surerus were first-time shavers this year, raising $35,668 toward the cause in memory of Gord Smith, Sean’s step-father and Bronwen’s father-in-law, who passed away from colon cancer in March. “We’ve been touched,” said Sean. It took the couple about a month to put pen to paper and register for the event, he added, leaning on

friends, family, co-workers, and business associates for support. “We were fortunate that the businesses I work for were willing to match some donations,” Sean said. “We had a lot of support.” All funds raised as part of the event stays local to support the Cancer Diagnostic and Treatment Fund—a critical component of the event in helping local patients receive treatment and recover locally. “I wanted to know … where the money goes and I wanted to make sure it stays here in the community and just for cancer care,” Bronwen said. “Gord was able to receive care in his community in Calgary, and I think it made a big difference for them, being close to where they were receiving care. That meant a lot to me, knowing that the money is staying here in the community.” Since 1998, 662 residents have shaved their heads for Bluey Day, raising more than $1.7 million in the process.

WAC Bennett Dam Crest Road Closure March 1, 2017 to June 30, 2017

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Greens, NDP partner under four-year deal I guess we say goodbye to all the jobs in the north except, of course, for the three people responsible for making wind mills for all of Canada and the “I live in Vancouver and don’t ever use anything made of plastic, including cell phones, baby strollers, backpacks and um......, oh yeah, everything else”! I also never have to heat/ cool my home because I live in the woods in a magical fairy house covered in glitter!! Sound bitter? I am!! Wake up!! Live in the real world! — Sandy Werle, via Facebook Pretty much the worst possible outcome for northern BC! A Liberal federal government and an NDP/Green provin-

cial government. We’re gonna need all the welfare and social support the NDP is famous for because none of us up here will have a job or a home left. — Reid Parker, via Facebook As they are still not a majority government, there will have to be lots of compromise for there not to have to be another election. Hopefully this means that everyone (politician wise) will have to move closer to the middle ground where fewer people are left completely out in the cold. If everyone hates them in 6 months we’ll know they have learned the art of compromise because if everyone is unhappy it’s because no one is getting everything they want. — Marion Felgenhauer, via Facebook

The usual fear rhetoric coming from people who fight change. The Liberals were not a govt for all the citizens of our province. If you believe for a minute that they will shut down oil and gas exploration in the Peace than I’ve got a bridge over the Peace to sell you. This party needed to go! Bottom line! She was in the pockets of the developers and while lining her pockets she made affordability to many citizens unaffordable. She was a disaster to the Lower Mainland and that is why she will soon be out of a job. — Murray Schultz, via Facebook This is an opportunity for the parties to work together and come to consensus on issues. But I fear it’ll be more of the same playground fighting to get

their faces on TV, arguing every issue, childish behaviours and digging in with their party lines. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if the government really was working for all citizens and making the most of the minority status? The voting results should send a clear message that the people aren’t totally trusting of any one party and are asking the politicians to work together. — Jane Harper, via Facebook Won’t last long, we will be going to the polls again soon. — Dan Hammerstron, via Facebook Before listening to Horgan & Weaver I thought the same thing, but if they pull off what they are proposing, we may just go the full 4 years. Let’s hope so! — Liz Adams, via Facebook

Are BC Hydro forecasts ‘fake news?’

nother provincial election has wrapped up and the results here in B.C. indicate some form of a minority government. In the lead up to May 9, BC Hydro Chairman Brad Bennett, grandson of the former premier WAC Bennett, temporarily left his position as chair of the utility while he campaigned with BC Liberal Leader Christy Clark. There were some questions of “propriety” of him doing so, given the fact that as chair of a Crown corporation, one should at least have the façade of neutrality. That issue aside, Mr. Bennett did make an unusual comment during the campaign with Clark about the Site C project and his take on his perception of the media regarding the project while on his tour. “I take issue with the fake news crowd, talking about Site C and whether it’s needed or not,” he told an audience in Prince George. “The fact is it’s needed. We know it’s needed. Our forecasting shows that very, very clearly.” Mr. Bennett’s statement is most curious. One has to wonder if he is looking at “fake news” the same way President Trump does: you know, CNN is “fake news,” or is he being critical of those who believe in what we hear from either BC Hydro sources or other legitimate news outlets? Either way, his comments are problematic. If we look a little deeper at his point that Site C is needed, he also stated that “our forecasting shows that very, very clearly.” If he means BC Hydro’s forecasting of the need for electrical power is really increasing, turns out that forecasts, such as with the weather, are not always correct. Specific to BC Hydro forecasts of

Rick Koechl Mike Kroecher TWO OLD GUYS WITH ISSUES

demand requirements here in B.C., Hydro has not been correct in its forecasts for quite some time. In fact, BC Hydro forecasts have been wrong for well over a decade. Here is the evidence directly from BC Hydro’s own latest second quarterly report for 2015-16, required under the Financial Information Act. • In 2005, BCH “forecast” a demand for new power would grow 20 per cent by 2016. Instead, it grew by zero per cent; • In 2011, BCH “forecast” a demand increase of 20 per cent within the next five years. Instead it grew less than 1 per cent; • In 2012, BCH “forecast” a demand increase of nine per cent by 2016, instead it dropped one per cent. The question we would like to ask Chairman Bennett is: which bit of “news” is fake? Is it your take on what others are saying or is it your point about “needing” the extra electricity based on whose forecasts? On Feb. 15, of this year, Mr. Bennett made a presentation to the Fort St. John Chamber of Commerce. During the question period, he was asked if he was aware of the predicted $800-million loss from Site C power for the first four years of operation. He denied the $800-million figure, stating, “I don’t know where that comes from,” and also commented that

those figures “aren’t on par with BC Hydro’s” (figures). Turns out, Mr. Bennett was wrong again, and that the $800-million loss is entirely correct: The information about the losses can be found on page 298 of the review panel’s final submission to the BC Liberals. So, we’d love to ask Chairman Bennett again: Who exactly is now part of the “fake news crowd” with whom you take issue? Clearly, we did our appropriate checks, yet Mr. Bennett denied the truthfulness and veracity of the $800 million loss. To our knowledge, Chairman Bennett has never retracted his above statement. Is this an example then of a President Trump “alternate facts” approach? If so, it is time for our Chairman to disclose his sources of all or any information he states, so that the rest of us can identify the overall truthfulness of any future disclosures he makes publicly. These Two Old Guys have already noted that Mr. Bennett’s public statements can no longer be trusted or taken at face value. Clearly, Mr. Bennett has a motive to make his comments look favourable toward the Site C project. Mr. Bennett, however, is taking his own liberties with the truth when the problem is that they are not true. We respectfully, once again, suggest that Mr. Bennett consider a new tweet: #KnowYourFacts, “very, very clearly,” then stay within them. Mike Kroecher is a long time retired resident of the Peace, expressing his deep roots in the land through his artistic bent. Rick Koechl is a recently retired (almost as long a resident) teacher of the Peace with an enthusiasm for politics and energy.

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LOCAL NEWS sample, given 445 days in jail, handed a mandatory 10-year firearms ban, and assessed a $200 victim surcharge for one count of possession for the purpose of trafficking. Franke-Barton was sentenced to a further seven days in jail, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for two counts of breach of undertaking. • Peter Allan Seabrook (born 1960) was fined $2,000, handed a six-month probation order with a two-year driving ban, and assessed a $300 victim surcharge for one count of driving with a suspended licence.

PEACE REGION

COURT DOCKET A summary of what went on in Peace Region courts for the weeks ending May 19 and 26. There were no cases up for sentencing in Hudson’s Hope. Fort St John Law Courts • Corey David Chalmers (born 1991) was sentenced to 175 days in jail, handed a lifetime firearms ban, ordered to provide a DNA sample, and assessed $400 in victim surcharges for two counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking, and a single count each of possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose and wilfully resisting or obstructing a peace officer. • Tiffany Aliceson Napesis (born 1988) was given a conditional discharge, six months probation, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge after being found guilty on a count of theft under $5,000. • Audrey Elizabeth Sam (born 1958) was ordered to pay $73,616 in restitution, given a one-year conditional sentence and a one-year probation order, and assessed a $200 victim surcharge for a count of fraud over $5,000. • Ashley James Janczyn (born 1975) was fined $1,500, handed a one-year criminal driving ban, and assessed a $450 victim surcharge for failing/refusing to provide a breath or blood sample. • Joshua James Lackey (born 1975) was fined $500 and assessed a $75 victim surcharge for driving while prohibited/licence suspended. • Mack Gustav Franke-Barton (born 1990) was ordered to provide a DNA

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Fort Nelson Law Courts • Tony Joseph Fred Capot Blanc (born 1989) was given a suspended sentence, a one-year probation order, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge after being found guilty of assault. • Barry Alan Bertrand (born 1967) was given a suspended sentence, an 18-month probation order, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge after being found guilty of assault. • Tyson Conan Pope (born 1981) was handed a 15-month probation order and assessed a $100 victim surcharge after being found guilty of a lesser included charge of assault. The original charge was assault with a weapon. • Marty John Cooper (born 1989) was handed a two-year probation order, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for one count of possession of property obtained by crime. • Lloyd Johnson (born 1943) was fined $500, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for one count of driving with a suspended license. — Matt Preprost, Tom Summer

Man killed, another injured after pickup truck, train crash

The 21-year-old man was found dead inside the truck once the fire was extinguished, and his name is being withheld by police. Another 21-year-old man was transported to hospital in the Lower Mainland, while the driver of the truck was taken into custody and later released. “The investigation is still in its very early stages and police are still attempting to determine the cause of the collision, but alcohol consumption by the driver of the pickup is believed to be a contributing factor,” Sgt. Dave Tyreman said in a statement.

Fort St. John RCMP continue to investigate a fatal crash between a pickup truck and train in Taylor last month. A 21-year-old man was killed and another was sent to hospital after the truck collided with a train in Taylor May 17. Officers were called to the controlled crossing on Cherry Lane around 12:16 a.m. where they found the pickup truck fully engulfed in flames after it struck a southbound train.

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Cadets awarded at annual review of the cadets last November, called the past year a challenging one in the face of local economic decline, which saw the Army cadets in Fort St. John took to corps lose between 10 to 15 members as the Fort St. John Curling Club May 25 to their families moved away. put the last year of training on display “The ones who are here are a before friends and family. dedicated group,” he said. Fort St. John Fire Chief Fred Burrows Bough took over command in the served as the reviewing officer for the middle of the training year, commending 71st Annual Ceremonial Review since his staff and cadets for adjusting to the the cadet corps formed here in 1946. changes. “You have a unique opportunity “We all had to learn new things and as cadets to continue in training, that becomes a new challenge of its performance, and shoot for perfection own, because you have all these new in all that you do,” Burrows told cadets. people taking new roles and they’re all “Everything you learn today and learning too,” he said. through your time with the cadets can Warrant Officer Ben Sharpe received move you forward in your adult life. the prestigious Lord Strathcona Medal, Never take what you’re doing lightly awarded for exemplary performance in within the corps. Everything transposes physical and military training. into opportunity in the future.” “I didn’t think I was going to get it,” It’s difficult to miss the 2276 PPCLI said Sharpe, 17. But the nomination was Army Cadets around town, from an easy choice, according to Bough. Canada Day and Remembrance Day “(Ben) does a lot of volunteering for ceremonies, to the Santa Claus parade our corps, shows a lot of leadership, and annual poppy campaign, and more. always takes the initiative,” he said. Last winter, cadets took part in biathlon “He’s been applying for some of our provincials in Whistler, as well as a band senior leadership roles over and over. clinic in Prince George and honour band He’s just got a little bit more training to in Victoria, and, more recently, returned do and I want to get him into the roles.” from a jam-packed tour of Europe and Sharpe was one of four B.C. cadets Vimy Ridge. selected to attend biathlon nationals in “(Cadets are) the face of the military Quebec as an official earlier this year. in Fort St. John,” said Mike King, a He has his eyes on the Royal Canadian member of the Royal Canadian Legion Legion Medal of Excellence next year. Branch 102. “Yourself and your CO, and This year, that medal went to Sgt. his great staff, represent the Canadian Caylen Forrest, who received the medal military with all its proud history and from his grandfather Gavin Holmes. traditions in Fort St. John. We’re proud The medal recognizes teamwork, to have an organization like Local 2276 community involvement, and representing us and being one of the participating in cadet training. pillars that secures Branch 102 in Fort “It was pretty awesome, I definitely St. John.” wasn’t expecting that,” said Forrest. Geoff Bough, who took command “It was especially amazing to be able to come up and salute him. The honour was amazing.” Holmes called his grandson an upstanding young man FREE who serves as a role model to CHIP younger generations. “He’s a responsible young REPAIR man. He’s smart, he’s proud to We do ICBC wear the uniform, and I think Claims at shop he’s a damn fine mentor to the younger cadets which is very 10996 Clairmont Frontage, important,” he said. Alaska Highway, Fort St. John • 250.785.3433 “They have somebody to MATT PREPROST

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look up to rather than an adult. He can pass on what he’s learned and that will benefit those kids.” Forrest, who enters his fifth year of cadets next year, took note of his evolution into a mentorship role since joining the corps. “When I started out, I was pretty shy in cadets. Just being a part of it has opened me up a lot,” he said. “I feel like I’m a part of something here, it’s a family, and I’m happy to know some of the cadets do look up to me and I can be there if they need me to be.” Other awards presented at the 71st Warrant Officer Ben Sharpe (left) and Reviewing Officer Fire Chief Fred Burrows. Sharpe was annual ceremonial review included:

awarded the Lord Strathcona Medal, the highest award for a cadet.

• Lt. Brian Wallace Award for Excellence Trophy - Master Warrant Officer Parker Neumeier • Top Cadet of the Year Trophy - MWO Parker Neumeier • Best Effort in Drill - Sgt. Eugen Cac • Airborne Association Top Fitness Trophy - WO Ben Sharpe • Top Gold Star Plaque (best 4th year cadet) - Sgt. Eugen Cac • Top Silver Star Plaque (best 3rd year cadet) - Master Corporal Allysa Gass and MCpl Jacob Stokes • Top Red Star Plaque (best 2nd year cadet) - Lance Corporal Tyler Laminski and Cpl Anita Basu Sgt. Caylen Forrest with his grandfather • Top Greet Star Plaque (best 1st year Gavin Holmes. Forrest was awarded the Royal Canadian Legion Medal of Excellence. cadet) - LCpl Hayleigh Forrest

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Fire Chief Fred Burrows reviews the 2276 PPCLI Army Cadets at the 71st Annual Ceremonial Review on Saturday, May 25.

Updates from May 23, 2017 Council Meetings PROCLAMATION – WHAT MATTERS TO YOU? DAY

Council proclaimed June 6, 2017 as “What Matters to You? Day” in the City of Fort St. John. This initiative, which began in Norway in 2014, encourages and supports more meaningful conversations between people who provide health care and other social services and the people, families and caregivers who receive these services. From Norway, it expanded to Scotland, Brazil and beyond. More than 500 teams in 14 countries participated in 2016.

LONG SERVICE AWARDS

Council presented Long Service Awards to Simon Caughill (15 Years) and Ryan Tancock (15 Years) in recognition of their continued years of service as employees of the City of Fort St. John.

INTRODUCTION OF FORT ST. JOHN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE’S SENIOR FACILITATOR

Renee LaBoucane was introduced as the Senior Facilitator for the newly formed Fort St. John Community Development Institute (CDI), a partnership with the University of Northern British Columbia. The Fort St. John CDI will work with the community, industry, local business, non-proﬁt and community organizations, First Nations, and all levels of government, to develop and implement strategies for economic diversiﬁcation and community resilience.

2017 WORLD FAIR

Council received a presentation from Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) regarding the 2017 World Fair which is scheduled for June 3, 2017 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. The World Fair is a free, public event which celebrates where people come from. Clients create informational booths about their home country, displaying items such as traditional wear and food. The public attends to learn and enjoy the amazing cultures that make up this community.

TENDER AWARDS

• The tender for the supply of two Hook Trucks was awarded to the lowest bidder meeting the minimum speciﬁcations, Premium Truck and Trailer Inc. from Prince George, B.C., for their tender submission of $434,089.60. Hook lift trucks are multi-use trucks which function as dump trucks, plow trucks, sanders, deck trucks and box trucks. Public Works, Utilities and Grounds crews rely on these trucks every day in both summer and winter to support their respective operations. The two new trucks will replace two existing hook lift trucks that have reached the end of their serviceable life.

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• The tender for the radiant heat, make-up air and dehumidifier upgrades at the North Peace Arena was awarded to the lowest bidder meeting the minimum specifications, Pro North Heating Inc. from Fort St John, at a cost of $312,668.00 plus applicable taxes. The mechanical units that are being replaced have exceeded their life cycle. User groups of the North Peace Arena will gain a benefit from higher quality ice conditions, as well as the make-up air being produced from the addition of the dehumidification unit. Spectators will also gain a benefit from the additional radiant tube heaters making the environment more comfortable. • A report was provided to Council advising that the tender for renovations to the Charlie Lake Boat Launch was awarded to the lowest bidder, Northern Legendary Construction Ltd., for $166,926.45, including taxes. As the value of the tender was under $250,000 and was awarded to the low bidder, the tender could be approved by staff under the terms of the City’s Purchasing and Tendering Policy.

BYLAWS

Two local area service bylaws were introduced and read for the ﬁrst three times by title only – “86th Street Frontage Between 91 and 93 Avenues Local Area Service Project No. 2 Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2384, 2017” and “104 Avenue Between 101 and 102 Streets Local Area Service Project No. 3 Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2385, 2017”.

LIQUOR LICENCE AMENDMENT – THE CANADIAN BREW HOUSE (FORT ST. JOHN) LTD. The Canadian Brew House (Fort St. John) Ltd. has applied to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch (LCLB) for a permanent change to their Food Primary Liquor Licence. The intent is to: • Obtain an Entertainment Endorsement to allow for patron participation entertainment (dancing, DJ music and karaoke). • Change the hours of liquor service. Current hours are from Monday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight and the proposed hours are Monday through from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. In accordance with the Liquor Control and Licensing Act, comments from the public and local government are required as part of the application process. No comments were received from members of the public. Council passed a resolution stating that it recommends the amendment of the liquor licence. The LCLB will now make its decision whether or not to approve the amendment.

UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS

A Committee of the Whole meeting is tentatively scheduled for Monday June 12, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. The Regular Council meeting will follow at 3:00 p.m. The meetings will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers and the public is welcome to attend.

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Watch their thrilling formations in the sky, this team puts on a spectacular show. Performing these aerobatic parachute formations requires a high level of skill and courage; and is known as Canopy Relative Work. Supported by the Canadian Army, the SkyHawks are based out of Trenton, Ontario, at the Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre. There, they train alongside soldiers who help defend our territory and sovereignty through a wide variety of domestic and overseas missions. From both Regular and Reserve Forces, the team members are from various occupations of the Army, Navy, and Air Force and bring a wide range of experience to their performances. It is with great pride that we continue to showcase the professionalism, dedication and team work it takes to be part of Canada’s military.

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Permissive Property Tax Exemption Applications Due by June 15, 2017

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In accordance with Permissive Property Tax Exemptions Policy No. 21/14, the City of Fort St. John is accepting new applications from eligible nonproﬁt organizations until June 15, 2017 for property tax exemptions. The application criteria is included in the policy. Please note that there is no obligation for Council to grant a permissive tax exemption and eligibility is in accordance with Section 224 of the Community Charter. All applications must be submitted to the Legislative Services Department. Applications are available at City Hall, 10631 – 100 Street, and on the City’s website at www.fortsjohn.ca. For any inquiries regarding the application process, please contact Janet Prestley, Director of Legislative and Administrative Services at 250.787.8153.

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City of Fort St. John Communications Co-ordinator Julie Rogers gives visitors a tour inside the city’s passive house on May 24. The Canada Green Building Council has certified the house LEED Platinum—making it the second single-family home in Canada to achieve both LEED Platinum and passive house certification, the city says. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards are used to evaluate buildings in five key areas, including sustainable site development, water/energy efficiency, materials, and indoor environmental quality.

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Wandering bear leads COs on cross-town chase Conservation officers are asking the public to give them room when dealing with wildlife encounters in the city. An adult male bear that wandered into Fort St. John gave officers a chase through town May 27 before it was captured and later released. Though this bear was more difficult to catch than usual, conservation officer Micah Kneller said the biggest problem he faced while dealing with the animal was the public. “Some members of the public are amazing, others are troublesome,” he said. “I would have my emergency lights on and people, instead of stopping, would drive in front of me and get in my way and take a picture (of the bear).” Kneller tried for several hours to drive the male up a tree with his truck and tranquilize it after it wandered into Toboggan Hill Park. The bear eventually escaped through a hole in some fencing, leading officers down 94th Avenue and up to the Salvation Army and throughout downtown, before Kneller was able to catch up and corner it at 99 Street and 105 Avenue. The bear was driven up a tree, tranquilized, and later released at an undisclosed location because it had not been habituated and found tipping garbage, Kneller said. “We were able to make a call, happily, to tranquilize and give him another chance,” he said. Still, the incident drew the attention of plenty of passersby, putting lives at risk, Kneller said. “A lot people were trying to get pictures, but they don’t realize they’re putting themselves at risk, others at risk,” Kneller said. “They’re making what we’re trying to do much more difficult.” Kneller is also urging the public to leave any baby deer and moose they see alone. “Good-natured people are finding these baby fawns and calves, and are thinking they’re abandoned or orphaned,” he said. In most cases, the mother is out feeding and will eventually return, he said. “Don’t try to capture them or approach them,” he said. Kneller says the public can call 1-877-952-7277 if they have questions about wildlife.

PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT NOTICE OF ASSENT VOTING ELECTORAL AREA ‘B’ POTABLE WATER SERVICE PUBLIC NOTICE is given to the electors within Electoral Area B of the Peace River Regional District that Assent Voting (referendum) will be held on the following question: “Are you in favour of the Peace River Regional District Board adopting Electoral Area ‘B’ Potable Water Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2283, 2017, which will permit the Regional District to establish capital and operating reserve accounts to construct or upgrade potable water tank loader sites in various locations throughout Electoral Area B, at a maximum annual tax requisition limit that is the greater of $1,025,000 (One Million and 25 Thousand Dollars) or $0.3339 per $1,000 calculated on the net taxable value of land and improvements and assessed on improvements only, AND adopting Electoral Area ‘B’ Potable Water Facilities Construction Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2284, 2017 which authorizes the borrowing of up to $4,000,000 to be repaid over a term of ten (10) years, for the purpose of upgrading and constructing potable water facilities in Electoral Area B?” Note: The property tax limit of $0.3339 per $1,000 is an average of rates of all classes on land and improvements to determine the maximum amount that may be raised in any one year based on that year’s net taxable assessment. The estimated residential tax rate is $0.14 per $1,000. The tax rate is applicable to improvements only.

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING: Saturday, June 24, 2017, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (local time) at: Location Address Peace River Regional District office, Dawson Creek 1981 Alaska Avenue Peace River Regional District office, Fort St. John 9505 100 Street Buffalo Inn 23701 (Mile 143) Alaska Highway Buick Creek Community Hall 15288 Rodeo Road Cecil Lake Community Hall 4864 Cecil Lake Road Charlie Lake Community Hall 12717 Charlie Lake Hall Road Clayhurst Post Office 6486 207 Road Clearview Arena 13786 223 Road Halfway Graham Community Hall 22308A Upper Halfway Road Montney Community Hall 12401 256 Road Osborn Community Hall 17526 Siphon Creek Road Peejay/Mulligan (Rutz Residence) 16883 Mulligan Creek Road Prespatou Country Lodge 21883 Prespatou Road Rose Prairie Curling Club 7077 260 Road Wonowon Elementary School / Horse Club Hall 19211 Petrocan Subdivision ADVANCE VOTING: Advance Voting Opportunities will be available between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. (local time) on Wednesday June 14, 2017 and Wednesday, June 21, 2017; at the following locations: Location Address Peace River Regional District office 1981 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek Peace River Regional District office 9505 100 Street, Fort St. John Note: All qualified electors may vote at an advance voting opportunity. ELECTOR REGISTRATION Elector Qualifications There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • Eighteen (18) years of age or older on voting day, • Canadian citizen, • resident of BC for at least six (6) months immediately before voting day, • resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Potable Water Service Area (all of Area ‘B’) for at least 30 days before voting day, and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in the assent voting and not otherwise disqualified by law. Resident electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. If you own property in the Potable Water Service Area and live somewhere else in BC, you may be able to vote in this assent voting as a Non-resident property elector if you meet the elector qualifications. Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if there is more than one owner, written consent from a majority of the property owners to the one owner voting. If voting as a Non-resident Property Elector, you are encouraged to contact the Chief Election Officer well in advance of voting day to ensure that all required information is submitted. Special Voting Opportunity Special Voting will be held Saturday, June 24, 2017 at the Fort St. John Hospital, 8407 112 Avenue, Fort St. John, BC, in the Callahan Room between 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The only electors who may vote at a Special Voting Opportunity are electors who are qualified under the Local Government Act and who have been admitted as patients or are employed at the above-noted health care facility. NOTE: Pursuant to the Local Government Act, no corporation is entitled to be registered as an elector or have a representative registered as an elector and no corporation is entitled to vote. SYNOPSIS OF PROPOSED BYLAWS Bylaw No. 2283 – “Electoral Area “B” Potable Water Service Establishment Bylaw No. 2283, 2017”. If adopted, this bylaw will establish a Local Service Area known as the “Electoral Area ‘B’ Potable Water Service” and permit the Peace River Regional District to establish capital reserve and operating accounts to improve existing potable water tank loader sites, build new potable water tank loader sites and to maintain and operate these sites in the future. Service Area The Service Area boundary is all of Electoral Area ‘B’. Bylaw No. 2284 -“Electoral Area ‘B’ Potable Water Facilities Construction Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2284, 2017”. In general terms, the intent of Bylaw No. 2284, 2017 is to authorize the borrowing of $4,000,000 for the purpose of upgrading and constructing potable water facilities in Electoral Area ‘B’. The maximum term for which debentures may be issued to secure the debt created by this bylaw is ten (10) years. Tax Rate The proposed maximum amount that may be requisitioned in any one year for the service, including loan payments, is the greater of $1,025,000, or an amount equal to the amount that could be raised by a property value tax of $0.3339/$1,000 when applied to the net taxable value of land and improvements in the service area. Based on current 2017 assessment values, the estimated residential tax rate is $0.14 per $1,000 of assessed value of improvements (buildings). Land will not be taxed for this proposed service. TAKE NOTICE that the above are synopses of proposed Bylaw No. 2283, 2017 and Bylaw No. 2284, 2017 and that these synopses are not intended to be and are not to be understood as an interpretation of the bylaws. The full bylaw may be inspected online at www.prrd.bc.ca, on Voting Day at the voting places, or at the following locations during regular business hours: Peace River Regional District office, 1981 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC; and Peace River Regional District office, 9505 100 Street, Fort St. John, BC. For further information on the bylaw or the assent voting process, please call: Tyra Henderson, Chief Election Officer tyra.henderson@prrd.bc.ca or Trish Morgan, Deputy Chief Election Officer trish.morgan@prrd.bc.ca (250-784-3200 or 1-800-670-7773)

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Margaret Davis takes the flesh off of a moose hide. She plans to make moccasins with the hide once it’s properly prepared. “I really like to see all these kids come around and asking questions, what we use the moose hide for, each stage, how it’s done,” she says.

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McCracken marks 35 years of customer service at McDonald’s

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Dan Kapp (left) and Dale McCracken celebrate McCracken’s 35th year on the job on May 25.

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As far as Dale McCracken sees it, it’ll be his first and only job by the time he retires. On May 25, McCracken celebrated his 35th year working for McDonald’s in Fort St. John. The restaurant brought out the sparklers and chocolate cake to mark the occasion—a rare milestone achievement in the company—with staff, friends, and family. For McCracken, who greets customers and works to keep the restaurant lobby clean and clear, it’s been his first and only job since applying to the restaurant as part of a work experience program in high school in 1982. “I liked it so I stayed,” McCracken said. “Dealing with the public, seeing all the children.” McCracken has worked under two owners since he began working at the restaurant, including current owner Bryan Boresky. He has already received a company ring to mark a decade of employment, and a golden watch to mark 25 years. Dan Kapp, assistant manager at the Wal-Mart location, has been working alongside McCracken for the last five years. McCracken stands out for being

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Wilfred Chelle March 20, 1932 – May 12, 2017 Wilf Chelle passed away at Fort St. John Hospital at the age of 85. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Alana, son Michael (Vickie), daughters Margot and Alannah (Leonard), son Rob, brothers Bob and Larry, grandchildren Morgan (Misty), Tyler, Lane, Ryan, Devon (Amanda), Brennen, Reuben, and Cameron and great grandchildren Reece and Michael. Wilf was born at home on his parents’ farm near Stockholm, SK. His mother passed away when he was a baby and he was raised in the convent in Stockholm. He was sent to boarding schools to attend high school, college and university. In his last year of college (1950-51) he joined the naval reserve (naval training division). After university, where he studied science and agriculture, he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force where he became an electronics engineer specializing in fire control systems on fighter jets. After serving five years, Wilf left the air force and went to work for Federal Electric, then Canadian Aviation Electronics where he worked on the operation and maintenance of radar equipment used in the Distant Early Warning systems which monitored Canadian airspace for unauthorized aircraft. While with C.A.E, he also worked on the BOMARC guided missiles. In 1959, he married Alana Lees. With Wilf’s work they moved frequently, including overseas. In 1962, he went to work for Litton Industries, working on military aircraft as a field service engineer working on advanced technology including inertial navigation systems on star fighter jets. In 1963, he and his wife, Alana, staked some land along the Blueberry River in the North Peace region of BC, southwest of the community that is now called Buick. He continued to work for Litton, stationed in Cold Lake (Alberta) then Germany, until the land acquisition was finalized in 1967. Then they moved with their four children to carve a ranch home out of raw bush land. He, along with his wife, continued to run the ranch until his death in 2017. He loved ranching and was interested in researching breeds (such as Luing) to find cattle that would be hardy and thrive naturally without special attention. Over the ranching years, Wilf was involved in many things. He was very interested in education and in the early homesteading years, was actively involved in the local PTA. He also served on the local school board as well as the provincial and federal school trustee associations. He was very active in, and dedicated to, the F.S.J. Friendship Centre, the Legion, and the Peace River Woodlot Association and Woodlot Products Council. His interest in politics led to involvement in the Grass Roots group designed to look into a more representative voting system, and later involvement in the Citizens Assembly for Electoral Reform where he made many more friends. At home, he and his wife loved spending time together surveying the view off their deck or sitting in the garden enjoying the lush variety of shrubs, veggies and flowers. Wilf was a unique individual who made friends everywhere he went. He loved social gatherings of family and friends, talking philosophy and politics. Wilf Chelle led a full life and will be greatly missed. A celebration of life memorial gathering will be held on the afternoon of August 26, on the ranch at the home of Leonard and Alannah Bartsch. Campers and RV Trailers are welcome (weather permitting).

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The MS Society of Canada Outreach and Education Lonnie Facchina, Community Services Coordinator from the MS Society of Canada, will be offering an education session on resilience, followed by a conversation about services in your community and how we can help you in wellness. Thursday June 13, 2017, 10am-Noon at the Best Western Plus Chateau, 8322-86 St, Fort St John. Register by calling 1-800-2687582, ext 7259 or email Lonnie.facchina@mssociety.ca You can also register online at mssociety.ca Just search for Resilience: Addressing the Challenges of MS and find your community. The MS Society of Canada acknowledges the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia

ART CLASSES UNTIL JUNE 30: Each day a different skill for after school youth DAWSON CREEK ART GALLERY: 3:30 to 5:00PM 250782-2601 JUNE 03 - COUNTRY MUSIC DANCE-Music by LET “R” Rip at the Senior Citizens Hall, 1101 McKellar Ave, Dawson Creek. Dance from 8:30- 12:30 Admission includes lunch. 19 years and over welcome. For more information phone Fred at 250-7822192 or Linda at 250843-7418 KNIT NIGHT: Thursdays at Faking Sanity Cafe in Dawson Creek6:30 to 8:30 PM. MILE 0 QUILTERS GUILD: Tuesdays & Thursdays 7PM at Calvin Kruk Performing Arts Centre in Dawson Creek SATURDAYS: LEARN YOUR ROOTS - Genealogy information NAR PARK ROOTS BUILDING 10:00am peacecountryroots.ca

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Save the Dates July 7, 5:00 pm to July 9, 2017 at 3:30 pm for the 23rd Annual Mile Zero Cruisers Summer Cruise weekend starts with Registration held at the Dawson Co-op. Bring down your pride and joy and register for the 2017 Summer Cruise Car Show weekend. All registrants will receive access to all weekend events as well as a chance to win prizes. Check in this paper for more details closer to the show!

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Saturday, June 3rd Starting 1:00 pm Dawson Creek Royal Canadian Legion Branch#141 will be holding its Monthly General Meeting at the branch located at- 900-102nd Ave, (side entrance) across 9th Street from Lakeview Credit Union). All members are urged to attend.

South Peace Historical Society Meetings Third Wednesday of the month. In Dawson Creek at the Calvin Kruk Centre Archives Room at 2 pm. SUNDAYS: FAMILY TREE HELP - Peace Country Roots Group Meeting - Fourth Sunday of each Month at the CALVIN KRUK CENTRE in Dawson Creek 1:30pm

South Peace Historical Society MeetingsThird Wednesday of the month in Dawson Creek at the Calvin Kruk Centre Archives Room at 2 pm.

AGNES CHRISTINE CARLSON (nee Dahl) (July 2, 1921 – May 19, 2017)

Agnes Christine Carlson is remembered as a sweet and loving soul with a great sense of humor. She lived life to its fullest and brought happiness and grace to the many family and friends that knew her. Born at home near Buffalo Lake, Alberta, she was the youngest child of Anders and Kari Dahl. Raised on the family farm, she developed a love of farming and animals. She learned to ride at an early age on her father’s work horses and finished with a trail ride into Wilmore Wildness for her 70th birthday. In World War II, Agnes joined the Royal Canadian Navy and served 3 years in Sydney, Nova Scotia. She loved to recount some of the shenanigans she managed to get into in those days! When she returned home she taught school for 3 years in Arras, Toms Lake and Coleman Creek, B.C. During this time she met Eric, the love of her life, and in 1950 they married in Fort Nelson, B.C. Together they lead an interesting life that involved numerous businesses, such as farming, construction, gas station and saw milling. Truly equal partners, Agnes operated equipment, cared for the animals and managed all the books and paper work. Despite her busy work life, Agnes still found time to sew, knit, crochet, pick berries and be actively involved in the community. Agnes would often come in off a tractor (which in those days had no cab or a/c) get cleaned up without the benefits of a shower, blow dryer or curling iron in order to attend one of her many meetings. She was never one to back down from a challenge and could be a formidable opponent when standing up for something she was passionate about (all 5 feet of her)! Agnes and Eric loved to fish, dance and travel and in their retirement years were fortunate enough to do all three; always “holding hands” and truly inseparable. Agnes was always so proud of and involved with her family and becoming a Great Grandmother in September 2017, at the age of 95, was one of the highlights of her life. (see photo) On May 19, 2017 Agnes peacefully left our world to join Eric. She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by her daughter Valerie (Sateen) Katarey, and son Eric Renny (Jo-Anne); grandson Eric (Allison) Katarey and their daughter Christina. Agnes is predeceased by two brothers, two sisters and 3 step sisters. Several brother-in laws, sister-in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews will remember the many family gatherings and visits that they enjoyed with Eric and Agnes. One of Agnes’ greatest desires was to stay in her own home. We would like to thank the very special friends, extraordinary care givers and dedicated professionals of Sundre Home Care and the Moose & Squirrel for supporting us in making this happen. As per their joint wishes, Agnes and Eric will be laid to rest together in a private family memorial later this year at the Norden Cemetery, near La Glace, Alberta. Her family wishes to sincerely thank everyone for their kind words and support during this very difficult time. Donations in Agnes’s memory may be made to S.T.A.R.S Air Ambulance or the Sundre Legion Branch #223, Box 22, Sundre, AB T0M 1X0. Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., Olds entrusted with arrangements. 403-507-8610 www.heartlandfuneralservices.com Announcements

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The family wishes to announce with sadness, the passing of Shirley “Bunty” Nelson (Atkinson) on May 28, 2017. A funeral will be held at the Peace Lutheran Church, Fort St. John, on Thursday, June 8th at 11am with reception to be held immediately afterwards. A time for quiet reflection by the coffin will be at Hamre’s Funeral Chapel the evening before, (June 7th) at 7- 9 pm. Shirley was a pioneer child of the Peace River country, born in Rolla June 9, 1920. She is survived by her three children, Dr. Beaumont Nelson (Julie), Toby Atkinson and Monica Nelson, as well as grandchildren Howard, Dreyer(Jan) and Hilliary and Victoria (Julie) as well as two great grandchildren, Piper and Liam Nelson. She was predeceased by her only sibling, Aunt Beryl Styles(Ken) and baby sister Daphne (who died after birth) former husband, Walter Nelson and her parents, Howard and Shirley Atkinson. Shirley started her career in Taylor Flats then paused several years to begin her family. She returned to teaching in 1957 at Rose Prairie, teaching grades one to eight in an old, one room school house. Shirley continued her education, taking courses at the University of Victoria and UBC. From September, 1967 until June, 1973, Shirley was the school principal and taught grades five to eight at Montney Elementary, also becoming very involved in the local community, directing community plays and offering excellent Christmas concerts at the local hall, which were always well attended. When the country schools of the area amalgamated, mom chose to focus only on teaching and taught for five years at the Upper Pine Elementary school, then on to end her career at the Charlie Lake Elementary School in 1985, where she lived happily in her home nearby and was often seen walking a half mile down the road to the local post office. Although also a school principle through some of her teaching years, Shirley really loved being in the classroom and she had the opportunity to teach second generations of some families. She truly cared for her students and did all she could to give them the tools for success in their lives that lay ahead. Mom was talented, very intelligent, dedicated and one of the hardest working people we’ve ever met, be it doing extracurricular work to help a struggling student or pushing big rocks in a wheelbarrow to add a point of interest in her much loved garden. She was a pioneer who touched the lives of many and will be missed by all those who came to know her. Special thanks to Dr. Richard Moody who became her doctor in the more difficult period of her later years and to all the caring staff at the Peace Villa Care Home who journeyed with mom during the last and difficult days of life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any charity that protects Wildlife, the Glaucoma Research Society of Canada or the Canadian Chiropractic Research Foundation.

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Alexander Karl Braumandl, resident of Grande Prairie, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2017, at Red Willow Falls, Rio Grande at the age of 30 years. Alex was born and raised in Nelson BC. After graduation he moved to ﬁnd work in Fort St. John, and joined his brother. Through childhood, Max and Alex were always close and often worked and shared a place together. Up until the time of his death, Alex worked out of Ft. St. John and sometimes relocated to Grande Prairie for work. Alex loved outdoors activities - ﬁshing, backcountry skiing, and snowmobiling. He had a great sense of humour and loved to cheer up co-workers on tough workdays. He was a pro at picking up an accent, mannerisms and other identifying quirks of his intended targets. He started this practice very young by calling his mother at work and posing as disgruntled clients. He will be very sadly missed by his mother Virginia Stanford; father Tom Braumandl; brothers: Max and Kai Braumandl; girlfriend Emily Wark; greatgrandmother Louisa Stanford; as well as aunties, cousins, niece and nephews, and many friends in Nelson, Fort St. John, and Grande Prairie. Celebration of Life ceremonies will be announced at a later date in both Fort St. John and Nelson. Alex has left us so young. We will miss him hugely. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.oliversfuneralhome.com

Bill was born in Ronan, Montana to Bill and Anne Hettrick. He was the third of four children. Bill spent his childhood working on bee farms with his father, playing high school football, and competing in track and field. He moved to Canada at the age of 25 and made his way up to Fort St. John in the mid 1970’s where he met Sheila Davidson. They made their home in Charlie Lake and had 2 daughters, Jessie and Bekki. Bill worked in Forestry and went back to school when his girls were young to be a carpenter. He worked in Carpentry until his retirement. In 1992, he began traveling to the Philippines during the winters. He eventually met Erdin Reyes and had 2 sons, Billy and Jimmy. In 2015, he was able to bring his family over to Canada. He was very happy to finally have all of his children together. Bill is survived by his wife Erdin, his children, Jessie, Bekki, Billy and Jimmy, his grandchildren, Brooklyn and Beau, and his brother, Gary. Bill is greatly missed and never forgotten. The Hettrick Family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the Fort St. John Hospital and the staff at Hamres Funeral Home.

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FREDRICKSON, William A. March 15, 1932 − May 12, 2017 With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of William Allen Fredrickson. Known by his friends as Bill, known in his youth as Billy, he was our loyal and most−loved husband, father, and grandfather. Bill passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on May 12, 2017. Bill is survived by Kay, his devoted wife of 52 years; his daughters Shelli Hutcheson, Terri Gummow, and Rebecca Fredrickson; and his grandchildren Sarah Gabel, William Gummow, Helena Morris, and Jessa Morris. He is also survived by brother Edward Fredrickson and sisters Grace Bell and Mina Horne, as well as by many loving nieces, nephews, and relatives.

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Bill was predeceased by his parents Edwin and Ruby Fredrickson and by brothers and sisters Raymond Fredrickson, Charlie Fredrickson, Bobby Fredrickson, Sam Fredrickson, Irene Dahlquist, Vivian Bue, and Evelyn Soderquist.

Bill was also a farmer. He took a homestead in Cherry Point in the 1950’s. After their marriage in 1965, Bill and Kay moved into an unfinished house in Bear Canyon. From this modest beginning, they created a beautiful yard and family home. In 2006, they moved to Doe River, BC, where they built another home and spent many happy hours gardening and landscaping together. Bill loved nature and fishing, and he and his family shared so many memorable camping trips. Bill also enjoyed river, lake, and ocean fishing with his brothers and close friends. Bill was known for his patience, kindness, generosity, and graciousness. He will be deeply missed by those who had the good fortune to have known him. We are incredibly grateful for the time we could spend with him.

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Bill was born in Valhalla Centre, Alberta in 1932, and he worked in his dad’s Valhalla butcher shop while attending junior high school. He began his career in construction when he got a job as a cat skinner at the age of 17. He worked many winters "in the bush," in and around such places as Fort Nelson, Liard, and Norman Wells. He also worked as a consultant for Suncor from 1993 to 2005.

Thank you, dad. Thank you, grandpa. Thank you, Billy. Thank you for being with us, thank you for praying for us, and thank you for making the world feel safe and right and constant for us. We miss you terribly, but we are blessed. We will love you forever.

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Spaying and neutering DIGGING UP THE PAST a benefit to your pets

et overpopulation has become a big issue over time due to many unintentional litters from both cats and dogs. In addition to helping to decrease the Dr. Sydney problem of overpopulation, Routley there are often many NORTH PEACE CREATURE FEATURE behavioural and medical benefits to spaying (fixing a female) and neutering (fixing a male). Intact male cats will regularly roam in search of females, and may be at more risk for motor vehicle accidents or exposure to predators. Also, a normal part of their behaviour is urine marking, which is smelly and undesirable in the house. Most people know when their female cat is in heat, as they usually walk around the house yowling excessively trying to attract males. Accidental pregnancies are common and can happen even if the cat slips outside for a very short period of time. Intact male dogs can be more territorial and aggressive (especially with other intact males), and will seek out females in heat, leading them to be more prone to roaming off their property. The health benefits of neutering males also includes decreasing the risk of prostate infections, and eliminating the risk of testicular cancer. Normally, female dogs will go through heat a couple times a year, which can be an unpleasant and messy experience for pet owners. Spaying both female dogs and cats before their first heat cycle has proven benefits toward preventing mammary cancer. Spaying also eliminates the risk of pyometra, which is a severe uterine infection that most often needs emergency care. If you are thinking of breeding your dog or cat, there are many factors to consider. Generally, there are more animals that need a home than there are homes available. Would all the kittens or puppies from your pet’s litter have good homes to go to? Another factor is if the female has a difficult time giving birth—bringing her to a veterinarian may be required for an emergency procedure such as a C-section, and is that a financial investment that can be covered? One more possibility is needing to feed and care for the litter yourself if the mother cannot. Can you devote the necessary time, money and care if needed? When breeding purebred dogs, there are certain breed standards that are ideal to achieve, and certain health conditions that are best to test for before breeding. The goal is to ensure that you are breeding only the finest and healthiest animals together in order to improve the breed. The Canine Health Information Center (caninehealthinfo.org) lists many breeds and can let you know the recommended health screening tests for your dog prior to breeding. Spaying and neutering are routine procedures and are the most common surgeries performed at most vet clinics, but with as with any procedure there can be some risk. Talking to your veterinarian about any concerns prior to the day of surgery is a good idea. Overall, the behavioural and health benefits of having a spayed or neutered pet generally far outweigh the risks, and give the added benefit of helping to reduce pet overpopulation. Dr. Sydney Routley is a 2012 graduate of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine. She was raised in Fort St. John and first started working at the North Peace Veterinary Clinic as a student back in 2004. MIT from A1

Even though Telizyn plans to attend medical school instead of business school, she knows the program it will benefit her in the long run. “Entrepreneurship and being a surgeon will come hand in hand,” she said. “They both require thinking on the spot and making creative, meaningful solutions.” The application process for the MIT Launch program matches its prestigious standings— which include writing a variety of essays, interviews, a video about the student. Telizyn’s video features her as a lifeguard, high-ranking speed skater, and excellent student. “I had to talk about why I would be the perfect entrepreneur, and how I think I would benefit from the program, and how the program would benefit me,” Telizyn said. This isn’t the first time Telizyn is advancing her young educational career. Last year, she was accepted to the SHAD program at the University of New Brunswick, a leadership program designed to teach business and technology, and operates out of a dozen of Canada’s top universities. It’s a similar program, so even though no one from the north has taken part in MIT Launch before, Telizyn said she knows what to expect. Telizyn will attend the MIT Launch program in its first session of the summer from June 12 to July 18. “I’m really looking forward to it,” she said. “I’m very excited.”

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Historian Larry Evans (right) serves up a historical tale of a former North Peace resident at the museum’s Alaska Highway cemetery tour on May 26. The museum will hold a second tour at the Fort St. John Cemetery July 7, for residents and tourists to learn about the locals who helped with the highway’s construction, as well as entrepreneurs, lodge owners, ambulance drivers, and more.

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Charity soccer tournament raises funds for service dog DILLON GIANCOLA sports@ahnfsj.ca

The first ever Kickin’ It With Friends Charity Soccer Tournament was held May 26 and 27 and was a roaring success—$6,500 was raised and presented to the charity Leash of Hope. The money will go towards providing local four-year old autistic boy Wyatt Bean with a service dog. Amy Titley, the media co-ordinator for the Fort St. John Soccer Club (FSJSC), is a dog lover and saw a post online that Wyatt was looking for a dog. She knew she had to do something and decided to combine the soccer club with her work as sales manager for Bell Media to host a fundraiser and get the job done. “I knew I could count on the community for the sponsorship. I love the businesses in and around Fort St. John and they more then met my expectations,” Titley said. Seventeen teams, comprised of 202

players, took part in the tournament. The weather was fantastic and the turnout at Surerus Park to watch the matches was great. The winners of the tournament were Sun Life Insurance for the U12s, Imagine That for the U18 category, and Landmark Cinema won the Ladies Open. “Everyone seemed to enjoy it. We don’t have many home tournaments so it was a nice change. The players really wanted to see us make a difference and they got to do it doing something they love,” Titley expressed. More money is due to come in from recycling and one sponsor. The FSJSC also received some money towards its new facility fund.

(Right) The ladies open final took place Saturday evening. The blue team, Landmark Cinema, took home first place. DILLON GIANCOLA PHOTO

Mike Mercanti of team Sasquach gets ready to swing for the fences.

FSJ Slow Pitch Icebreaker tournament a hot success DILLON GIANCOLA sports@ahnfsj.ca

The first tournament of the year for the Fort St. John Mixed Slow Pitch League was as rewarding as an opposite field home run. Thirty-five teams entered the Icebreaker Tournament, up from 32 last year. Combined with the beautiful weather, it was a great tournament, according to Becky Pruden, a member of the league’s executive committee. “The fields were fantastic, it’s always nice when it’s sunny as they were dry and safe. I’m sure there are lot of people

covered in sun burns this morning and sore muscles,” Pruden said. There were a total of 111 games played, including 51 round robin games and 60 playoff games. Pruden says some teams played four games on Saturday and another six or seven on Sunday. “It was a huge success, everybody had a good time and it was lots of fun.” The winners of the tournament were Sons of Pitches in the A division, Sasquach in the B division, Goodlow Swingers won the C division, and Louisville Snugglers took first in the D division.

Trapshooters aim for the ‘ram-buckle’ DILLON GIANCOLA sports@ahnfsj.ca

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or the avid sports fan, this past weekend was a bit of a lull. The NHL took a hiatus over the weekend, and the NBA playoffs don’t return until tonight, a week-long break. Sure, there was still MLB, but the Blue Jays aren’t quite back to a .500 record yet, and so are a bit away from the mustsee TV of the last two years. But in the North Peace? Not a worry at all. It seems absolutely every athleticminded individual was up and about last weekend. From the regulars like slowpitch and soccer, to outliers such as trapshooting and drag racing, the outdoors was the place to be. As for myself, I got to see it all. I also got all the sunburns. But I had a great time nevertheless. And as always, I learned on the job. I learned that people older than me are very good at trapshooting. As in, they hit five out of five targets every time. There are also many unique ways a person can say “pull” when asking the guy in the trap to release the targets. It’s not unlike watching tennis, with the many grunts and groans. You don’t have to have a fancy souped-up car to enter a drag race. There surely were some of those, and also Corvettes, which are very fast. But there were also Toyota Corollas. I think that means that I could have entered with my Mazda 3. Pretty sure I would have stalled out or wrecked something, or

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swerved in to the other lane for no reason whatsoever other than incompetency, but I could have at least entered. There is no judging at the racetrack. I’ve also noticed that the parking lot at Surerus Park becomes an interesting place when every single soccer field and ball diamond is in play. There are all sorts of horizontal and vertical rows that the cars form, but it all makes sense in a very weird, almost natural way. The fact there were zero crashes is my point. And lastly, motocross. It’s still really cool after all these years. Who knew? I once went to a race at Rogers Centre in Toronto, but have never been this up close. I’m pretty sure six-year-old kids can drive a bike faster than me. Which could mean either that I’m terrible at riding a dirt bike, or that they just have really fast six-year-olds in the Peace Motocross Association. It clearly must be the latter.

Dillon Giancola covers Peace Region sports for the Alaska Highway News. Email him at sports@ahnfsj.ca

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Drag races light up Northern Lights Raceway DILLON GIANCOLA sports@ahnfsj.ca

The Fort St. John Drag Race Association held its first races of the year at the Northern Lights Raceway. The races occurred on May 27 and 28, with many people in

attendance and a runway full of participants. Cars of all kinds were involved, from Corvettes and junior drag racing cars, to Toyota sedans and pickup trucks. The weather was perfect for racing, and even better for

watching. Time trials started around 10 a.m. The actual races were a bit delayed on Saturday due to technical difficulties, but finally got started at 1:30 p.m., to the delight of the crowd. The next scheduled races will be on June 17 and 18.

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The Killbillies roller derby team entered its first-ever Flat Track Fever tournament and left looking like veterans. The tournament, held in Calgary from May 26 to 28, showcased some of the best roller derby teams in Western Canada. The Killbillies won two of their three matches, with a win over the Kill Jills from Calgary by a score of 250-136 and a 168-92 victory over the Kootenay Coalition.

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The team’s lone loss came against the Sugar Skulls from Pile O Bones Roller Derby in Regina by a score of 172-90. Next up for roller derby action is a triple “beheader”

in Fort St. John on June 3. It features the Killbillies B squad, taking on the Auroral Boriellas and the Grim Reapers at the North Peace Arena. Games are at 3, 5 and 7 p.m.

PRO GOLF WEEKLY UPDATE Golf News, Tips, Trivia & Stats

This Week: The Memorial Tournament

The Memorial Tournament usually draws the top names in the game for a couple of reasons. For one, the tournament is a great tune-up for Defending: William McGirt the United States Open in a couple Winning Score: 15-under par of weeks. Secondly, the event is Winning Share: $1,530,000 hosted by the greatest name in the sport, Jack Nicklaus. The tournament began as a part of the PGA Tour in 1976 with Roger Maltbie winning the inaugural event. This week, FedEx Cup leader Dustin Johnson and World No. 3 Jason Day highlight a lineup that features seven of the top 10 golfers in the world rankings and 18 of the top 30. Muirfield Village Golf Club Dublin, Ohio 7,392 yards, Par 72

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Last Week: Kevin Kisner won at Colonial

Kevin Kisner made four Tournament Results birdies on the back-nine on 1. Kevin Kisner Score: -10 Sunday at Colonial Country Earnings: $1,242,000 Club, including three in a Player Score Earnings -9 $515,200 row, to win the Dean & DeLuca T-2. Jordan Spieth T-2. Sean O’Hair -9 $515,200 Invitational for the second victory of T-2. Jon Rahm -9 $515,200 his PGA Tour career. Kisner posted a final round 66 to finish at 10-under par for the tournament and held off Jordan Spieth, the defending champion, and two other golfers by one stroke. Before winning Sunday, Kisner had finished as the runner-up in two other events this season (Arnold Palmer Invitational, Zurich Classic of New Orleans).

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Tiger Woods was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol on Monday morning, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Woods, a resident of Jupiter Island, Florida was booked into jail at 7 a.m. Monday morning. Records show the 41-year-old golfer was released from custody at 10:50 a.m. under his Golf Trivia own recognizance. Woods, once the No. Which golfer has won the Memorial 1 ranked golfer in the world and winner Tournament a record five times? of 14 major titles, has not played in a a) Jack Nicklaus c) Tiger Woods competitive tournament since withdrawing b) Kenny Perry d) Tom Watson from the Omega Dubai Desert Classic in Answer: c) Tiger Woods has won the Memorial February after the first round because of Tournament five times, including 3 years in a row continuing issues with his back. from 1999-2001. Memorial Tournament Day Time Thu, 6/1 2:30pm-6:30pm Fri, 6/2 2:30pm-6:30pm Sat, 6/3 12:30pm-2:30pm Sat, 6/3 3:00pm-6:00pm Sun, 6/4 12:30pm-2:30pm Sun, 6/4 3:00pm-6:00pm

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his May long weekend I headed up to Liard Hot Springs, about an eight-hour drive from Fort St. John up the Alaska Highway. If you have never gone, then you are seriously missing out. It is a beautiful place with lots of hiking options, wildlife viewing, and, of course, the hot springs to relax in. May long is always a busy time of the year, with people from all over North America stopping here. If you want to snag a spot at the Liard campsite, be prepared to make a reservation in March. There are a lot of other camping options though if you didn’t have a chance to book super early, including lodges, cabins, and campsites. We stayed at Strawberry Flats Campground, which has an incredible view of the mountains and is perched right beside Muncho Lake,

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about a 45-minute drive to the hot springs. As a kid, I went to Liard with my family often. It was popular spot for us to go to during summer holidays. We spent the majority of our time playing in the water, pedal biking, and writing on the pavement with sidewalk chalk. My sister and I could play in the hot springs with our dad all day if we would have been given the opportunity. We didn’t admire the views or the beauty of the surrounding area like we do now. As an adult, I now get more enjoyment from hiking the various trails and enjoying

the scenery, although, I do still love the springs. The hot springs are about a 10-minute walk along a boardwalk from the Liard campground. There are change rooms, bathrooms, and benches available. Lush green trees and vegetation surround the springs, a serene location perfect for relaxation. The springs range in temperature from one end to the other; the closer to the source of the spring, the hotter the water will be. Being surrounded by nature and immersing yourself in the springs is a great way to rejuvenate and get away from everything that is involved in our everyday busy schedules. We left Fort St. John late on Friday night and spent the night in Fort Nelson. Saturday morning we left Fort Nelson to finish the journey to Muncho Lake. On the way, we stopped

at the Erosion Pillar Trail. It is a short hike up to some hoodoos, which are sandstone pillars slowly formed due to erosion (hence the trail name). The trail was a little confusing, but it wasn’t very necessary because the Hoodoos look very out of place so they are fairly easy to spot. On Sunday, we hiked Red Rock Canyon, a six-kilometre hike along the river ending at a waterfall. The canyon was an interesting experience. There wasn’t much of a trail here either, and because it’s still early in the year, much of the snow and ice had not yet melted. We hiked much of the trail up to the waterfall on the ice pack that remained, or bushwhacking through the surrounding trees. It was a pleasant hike with very little uphill, and it only took us about three hours to navigate our way through it and back. Monday morning we packed our things and began the trek home. We stopped once along Toad

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River to fish and then again at Baba Canyon for a final hike. Due the vast amount of water flowing down from the mountains, the trail was impossible to follow, so eventually we stopped searching for it and climbed up to the top of a hill that overlooked the canyon and the river. British Columbia is an incredible province. There is so much to explore and experience. In the eight-hour drive up north there were a lot of different hiking trails all with varying degrees of difficulty. This summer attempt to challenge yourself to get outside and explore this amazing province that we live in. Stephenie Sutherland is a Fort St. John student studying nutrition and food sciences. She can found at the gym, hiking local trails, and serving up a hot cuppa joe at Whole Wheat and Honey. Have a question? Email her at stephenie.sutherland13@ gmail.com.

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Xfinity Series Top Ten Points R0021159210 Driver 1) Elliott Sadler 2) Justin Allgaier 3) William Byron 4) Daniel Hemric 5) Darrell Wallace Jr. 6) Ryan Reed 7) Brennan Poole 8) Matt Tifft 9) Michael Annett 10) Blake Koch

Points: 491 Wins: 2 Top 5: 4 Top 10: 8

2) Kyle Larson

Points: 486 Wins: 1 Top 5: 5 Top 10: 7

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Points: 409 Wins: 2 Top 5: 7 Top 10: 9

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Points: 388 Wins: 0 Top 5: 4 Top 10: 7

Jenson Button, the 2009 Formula 1 world champion, has revealed he would be interested to race in NASCAR. “I would like to race in NASCAR, I think that would be fun,” Button said. “I went along to one of the races this year, Jimmie Johnson invited me, and I had a great time. I loved seeing the show as it is, and it’s very different to other motorsport.” Button was a guest of Johnson at Auto Club Speedway back in March over the Australian Grand Prix weekend, with the Briton noting at the time that there was much F1 could learn from NASCAR.

5) Kyle Busch

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Points: 385 Wins: 0 Top 5: 1 Top 10: 7

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Points: 359 Wins: 2 Top 5: 2 Top 10: 4

How many Xfinity Series races did Austin Dillon win the year he won the championship?

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On a lazy Fall afternoon in 1985, 22,000 people watched as Harry Gant, driving the Mach 1 Chevrolet, won NASCAR’s Delaware 500 at Dover International Speedway. The track, nicknamed “The Monster Mile”, was built in 1969 by Melvin Joseph of Melvin L. Joseph Construction Company, Inc., with an asphalt surface, but was replaced with concrete in 1995. Six years later in 2001, the track’s capacity moved to 135,000 seats, making the track have the largest capacity of sports venue in the mid-Atlantic. Twice a year, they pack the stands to watch the drivers of the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series battle fender to fender for victory.

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Last Weekend’s Race: Austin Dillon won the Coca-Cola 600 The Coca-Cola 600 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway was delayed nearly 100 minutes because of inclement weather in the area of the 1.5-mile track. A storm moved over the track after 143 of the scheduled 400 laps, bringing out the red flag. The race was under caution at the time due to an on-track incident, and then heavy rains swept through, causing a longer delay. Twelve NASCAR Air Titans and 10 jet driers were on location to dry the track. Truex, who had led 392 laps in last year’s race and also won it, had led a high of 53 laps in this year’s race. This was the 58th annual running of NASCAR’s Memorial Day Weekend classic, but it’s the first time the race was run in four stages, with breaks coming after Laps 100, 200 and 300 before a run to the finish. When it was all over, Austin Dillon captured the Coca-Cola 600, capping off his greatest day of racing by winning his first Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Race.

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“I could have sent any of those shows to Mainstage and been able to support that.” — Michael Armstrong

Bridge to Broadway moves on to Mainstage Theatre festival returned last weekend with all-Canadian lineup ALEISHA HENDRY ahendry@ahnfsj.ca

The Peace River Zone Theatre Festival made its return to Fort St. John, with a tip of the toque to Canadian playwrights in honour of Canada 150. The Bridge to Broadway production of Norm Foster’s play Self Help took home most of the Maple Syrup awards at the festival, including Best Production—the cast and crew’s ticket to the provincial theatre festival, Mainstage. Adjudicator Michael Armstrong said a farce like Self Help— the story of a pair of struggling actors who reinvent themselves as selfhelp gurus and become the world’s foremost relationship experts— is very difficult to pull off, but the cast did an exceptional job. “Of the three pieces we saw, in my mind, Self Help was the best-executed piece,” said Armstrong. “Farce is really difficult, it’s probably the most difficult form of theatre to do well, because it makes the most demands in terms of timing and commitment of the actors to the parts… Because of the level of work required to pull off a farce well, I thought the most work was done for achieving that goal.” Armstrong said it was difficult to decide which show to send to Mainstage,

because they were all very different—Late Company was a contemporary drama, Self Help was a farce, and Salt Water Moon was a historical romance. “I could have sent any of those shows to Mainstage and been able to support that,” he said. “In some ways it’s like comparing apples and oranges to pick a winner.” Self Help was directed by Rob Laventure, who had taken an extended hiatus from theatre before deciding to dive back in for the festival. He had several one word answers for how he felt after the festival. “Amazing, unbelievable, shocking. Just a lot of things. I’m very grateful and appreciative,” he said. “Comedies are tough… when you go to Mainstage, you’ve got all these different plays and you never know how it’s going to go. But we got out of our zone, my cast is super excited, and we can’t wait to get going.” Laventure had some high praise for his actors, many of which are theatre veterans, but his highest praise was for relative newcomer Elysia Cruz. “I’ve got some seasoned actors there, but (Elysia) was absolutely fantastic,” he said. “I’ve never directed anybody that took direction as fast and as competent as her. You tell her once and she knew it.”

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The cast and crew of Self Help stand with festival adjudicator Michael Armstrong after winning Best Production at the Peace River Zone Theatre Festival on May 27. The group will travel to Vernon to compete at the provincial theatre festival, Mainstage.

Self Help also took awards for Best Technical, Best Costumes, Best Supporting Actress for Cruz, Best Supporting Actor for Tom Kirschner, shared Best Actor for Dennis Szalai, and Best Director for Laventure. The Runner-up Best Production was Stage North’s Salt Water Moon, a romance about two people finding each other again set in 1940s Newfoundland. The show also took home awards for Best Set, Best Actress for Jeryn Mackey, and shared the Best Actor Award for Ted Sloan. Armstrong said he would have liked more time to work with the cast of Late Company, as the show had great potential, but wasn’t quite there yet.

“Late Company was strongly appreciated by the audience,” he said. “To me, it had tons of potential, but it hadn’t reached the level it needed to go yet. If I had a choice of which I wanted to work with, I’d work with Late Company.” The cast and crew of Self Help will head to Mainstage in Vernon from June 30 to July 7 to compete against six other plays from around the province. Peace River Zone Theatre Festival Awards

Best Director: Rob Laventure, Self Help Best Actor: Dennis Szalai, Self Help and Ted Sloan, Salt Water Moon Best Actress: Jeryn Mackey, Salt Water Moon Best Supporting Actor: Tom Kirschner, Self Help Best Supporting Actress: Elysia Cruz, Self Help Best Set: Salt Water Moon

Best Production: Self Help Best Costumes: Self Help Runner-up Best Production: Salt Water Moon

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By:Adaline It’s judging time! For those of you who don’t know every year 4-H’ers have to judge animals or objects at either club or district level (or both) to achieve. This year at club level my club judged, wool, saddles, swine, photography, and beef. We also did an identification table. It was a fun day although some of us got quite sunburnt. I personally enjoy judging. I think it is beneficial for all farmers (and future ones) to be able to identify the good and bad qualities of an animal. Until next time, Adaline.

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Spring is here and gardens are in bloom—why not use it as artistic inspiration? Catherine Ruddell is hosting a block printing workshop at the Airport Acre Studio on Sunday. She will demonstrate how to carve a rubber block to make prints and patterns on a kitchen apron. All materials

are supplied, and participants get to keep their apron and the rubber block they carve. The workshop takes place June 4 from 12 to 3 p.m. For more information, visit catherineruddell.com or email contact@catherineruddell.com — Staff

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Angel Fraser reads a poem written by her mother when she was a teenager at Lift Off—A celebration of creativity at Whole Wheat and Honey Cafe on May 24. The event was an Energetic Learning Campus project, completely organized by the students, and featured musicians, singers, and poets sharing their art. Read more about this year’s ELC community projects at alaskahighwaynews.ca

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something comes your way, just say, “Thank you!” LIBRA (SEPT. 23 TO OCT. 22) A discussion with a partner or close friend will be productive and realistic today. This is because you do not have piein-the-sky expectations. SCORPIO (OCT. 23 TO NOV. 21) You will accomplish a lot at work today because others will help and support you. You find it easy to be polite and reasonable, which is why your relationships will be so positive. SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22 TO DEC. 21) Romance with someone older might take place today. This is a good day to make plans for a vacation, because you won’t overlook details. CAPRICORN (DEC. 22 TO JAN. 19) A discussion with an older family member could be significant today. You also will enjoy budgeting for home-redecorating projects. AQUARIUS (JAN. 20 TO FEB. 18) You are calm and realistic today, which is why you get along with others so well. You can even act as a mediator if others disagree. PISCES (FEB. 19 TO MARCH 20) Your approach to anything financial will be conservative, solid and realistic today. This is a good day to think about a budget. It’s also a good day to buy something useful and long-lasting.

Ignored for Others Dear Annie: I have shared a very close relationship with “Sue” for over 50 years. We worked together as young adults and have remained dear friends throughout the years. We work very closely at our church, as well. I know I have annoying habits and am thankful for my friends who love me anyway. When it is just the two of us, everything is great with Sue and me. My annoyance with her is that when she is in a conversation with another person (usually casual before or after church) and I approach and wait (or try to) until they are finished, she does not glance at me or acknowledge my presence in any way. I usually just walk away. When she and I are having a conversation in a similar situation, she’ll often stop me when I’m in the middle of saying something so she can speak with every person who passes by. Then I end up walking away because it is so distracting that I honestly can’t remember what I was saying. I recognize this as passiveaggressive behavior, but it puzzles me that she feels the need to control me or shut me down. She is the kindest, most Christian person I know, and I don’t know whether she even realizes what she is doing. I don’t know why I am writing, because after all of these years, nothing will change. I can’t

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analyze my impact or my aura or how I affect other people. If I could, perhaps I would know how to avoid being blown off as unimportant or insignificant, which is how these situations make me feel. Perhaps we are both strong personalities and this is her way of being in control. Do you have a suggestion, other than avoiding conversations when others are present? -- Mary Dear Mary: For all the talk of conversation here, it sounds as if you’ve yet to tell Sue how you feel. It’s time to change that. I really doubt that she’s consciously doing this to try to control you, so give her the benefit of the doubt when raising the topic. Use “I” statements -- e.g., “I’m sure you don’t mean to do this, but when we’re in the middle of talking and you stop to speak with passers-by, I feel ignored” -- as opposed to “you” statements, e.g., “You ignore me.” True friends appreciate when a friend cares enough to be honest. Dear Annie: I want to second what “Nancy” had to say about loud music in businesses, stores and restaurants.

It makes visiting with friends, which is usually the whole point of dining out, almost impossible. I regret to add the following: A lot of today’s churches are just as loud. I attend a great, theologically solid church. I accept the contemporary music, but the blast level is pretty hard to take. I have discovered when I’ve traveled that it is the same across the country. The volume ranges from several notches above necessary to over-the-top painful. Who thinks that this contributes to an atmosphere of worship? When the instrumentalists need to wear ear protection, wouldn’t you think that would be a clue?! God is not deaf, and I don’t want to be. Please continue to get this word out to the sound control technicians -- whoever and wherever they are. -- Dynah Dear Dynah: Here’s hoping a sound tech reads this and dials down the noise. In the meantime, it might not be a bad idea to keep some earplugs handy in your purse. You can’t control external factors such as noise in stores, but you can protect yourself from long-term damage. Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators.com. To find out more about Annie Lane and read features by other Creators Syndicate columnists and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2017 CREATORS.COM

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