AHN NOV 2 2017 by Alaska Highway News

THURSDAY, november 2, 2017 Vol. 74, No. 44

Serving Fort St. John, B.C. and Surrounding Communities

$1.50 inc. gst.

alaskahighwaynews.ca

“The Only Newspaper in the World That Gives a Tinker’s Dam About the North Peace.”

spca seeks support for dogs

u-17 tourney kicks off

gus hedin film premiere

NEWS A3

sports b1

arts b5

arrest made in napoleon case

Site C report due Nov. 1 When You Are Out in the Field, Time IS Money. QUALITY PARTS, EXPERT SERVICE! HoursMon-Fri: 8am - 5pm Sat: 8am - Noon

matt preprost Photos

Vanessa and Amanda Apsassin remember their sister Pamela Napoleon for her love of family and community.

Three-year investigation ends in murder charge matt preprost editor@ahnfsj.ca

9224 100 Street, Fort St. John, BC (250) 785-0463

After Hours - Leave Message

 phone 250-785-5631  fax 250-785-3522  email circulation@ahnfsj.ca  online alaskahighwaynews.ca  facebook AlaskaHighwayNews  twitter @AHNnewspaper

Leon Wokeley, 42, has been charged with second degree murder in the 2014 death of Pamela Napoleon. Wokeley is also facing a charge of arson and indignity to human remains, RCMP officials said at a rare press conference in Fort St. John on Monday. Left: Insp. Stephen Cocks and his special projects unit of the BC RCMP Major Wokeley was arrested in Crimes team was brought in to help investigate in 2015. Right: Insp. Mike Fort St. John Friday, Oct. 27, Kurvers of the Fort St. John RCMP. Below: Pam Napoleon (handout photo). and was to make his first court appearance Nov. 1. He remains being investigated for other in custody and has not been missing persons or homicide found guilty of the charges. cases, Cocks said. Wokeley and Napoleon The charges against him knew each other from living in were largely secured by the Blueberry River First Nation, work of Fort St. John RCMP over roughly an hour north of the last three years, Cocks said. Fort St. John, and were last “They remained engaged seen leaving the community with their community. They together July 8, 2014. listened. Our efforts focused Napoleon was reported on taking the information brought back many dark missing July 23, and her remains gathered and confirming the memories from the time she were later found in a burned- evidence,” he said. went missing until now.” down cabin north of Buick “We want to thank the police Creek near Blueberry River Beautiful spirit taken for taking their case seriously, on Aug. 4. Investigators were too early, family says establishing what happened to Pam, so we can begin to heal.” unable to determine the cause of Napoleon’s death due to the Napoleon’s sisters Vanessa Insp. Mike Kurvers, fire, and medical and dental and Amanda Apsassin joined detachment commander of records were used to confirm RCMP for their announcement, the Fort St. John RCMP, called her identity. Napoleon was 42. as did two dozen of Napoleon’s Napoleon’s death “senseless” On Monday, police offered family and friends. and the investigation “rigorous.” sparse new details on their Vanessa Apsassin The detachment will investigation, including remembered Napoleon as a continue to provide support to Napoleon’s cause of death and loving daughter, sister, and her family, he said. “I know this how long Wokeley had been a mother who cared deeply about announcement will never bring Pamela back ; I can only hope suspect, citing the court process. family and community. Napoleon loved her culture it brings some comfort and Insp. Stephen Cocks, whose special projects unit was and the outdoors, Apsassin said, answers to her family and the brought on in 2015 to investigate and loved to prepare and cook community,” he said. alongside Fort St. John RCMP, meals for special occasions, Wokeley has brief confirmed Napoleon had been Apsassin said. “She loved her boys with all history with the law killed prior to the cabin fire. “We’re not in a position to her heart, as well as her family Wokeley, born in 1975, discuss the (details) of the case and friends,” Apsassin said. “Pam was a great person who was due in a Fort St. John at this point in time,” he said. courtroom on Wednesday. “Those things will be formally was taken from us too early.” News of Wokeley’s arrest, Court records show he has discussed in court at a later while a relief, was a sad had a few run-ins with the law, date.” He called the crime isolated, reminder of the family’s tragic most recently in February 2016 when he was fined $200 for and stressed Napoleon and loss, Apsassin said. “Understandably, this is uttering threats in Wonowon. Wokeley were not in a domestic See NAPOLEON on A16 relationship. Wokeley is not a shock to us,” she said. “It

PAVING 100 Canadian

Residential • Commercial • Industrial Roads • Driveways • Parking Lots

The BC Utilities Commission will submit its final report on the economics of Site C to the provincial government on Wednesday. Sources inside the legislature say the government is expecting another late-night release of the document, which will summarize the costs of continuing, suspending, or outright terminating the $9-billion project. “Once the BCUC has delivered its final report, government will take the time necessary to fully review the BCUC’s findings and other issues outside the scope of the review. Government will also engage further with First Nations,” the provincial ministry of energy and mines said in a statement. Site C has been under construction on the Peace River outside Fort St. John since summer 2015, with an estimated $2 billion to have been spent by the end of this year. There were 2,357 total workers on Site C in August, when the new NDP government ordered the commission’s review. A government decision on the future of the dam is expected by the end of the year.

Immigration on the rise matt preprost editor@ahnfsj.ca

Immigrant populations in Fort St. John and the Northern Rockies have nearly doubled in the last five years, according to the latest census data released Wednesday. There were 2,535 immigrants living in the Fort St. John metropolitan area, which includes Charlie Lake and Taylor, in 2016—representing 9.1 per cent of the population. That’s up from 1,375 immigrants recorded in the 2011 census, or 5.2 per cent of the population. The Filipino community represents one-fifth of the local immigrant population, with 520 immigrants recorded in 2016— 360 of whom immigrated here since 2011. Immigrants from the United States represent 10 per cent of the immigrant population, or 250, while immigrants from Germany (245), India (210), and the United Kingdom (140) round out the top five in representation. See IMMIGRATION on A4

FREE ESTIMATES

250.719.0686

% COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL GRAVEL SALES AND DELIVERY

Owned

Serving Dawson Creek, Chetwynd, Fort St. John & Surrounding Areas

33490

A2 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Local News

Contents Humour........................................ A2 Weather ....................................... A2 Local News .................................. A3 Opinion ....................................... A6 Business...................................... A10 Crime .......................................... A11 Sports ........................................... B1 Classifieds................................... B6

first shovel

this week’s flyers Flora M&M Meats London Drugs Jysk Wal-Mart Redplum Home Hardware Rona The Brick No Frills Pet Valu Save-on Foods Staples Windsor Marks Safeway Shoppers Drug Mart Shoppers Beauty Booklet Peavy Canadian Tire Miracle Ear Century 21

Young Noah Carter, just two and a half years old, helps his mom Shaylene shovel the driveway of their 112 Avenue home on Oct. 25. It’s Noah’s first-ever time on shovel duty and, like most of us, he’d rather be doing something more fun— like sledding, he says. matt preprost Photo

Life On the Space Station Stinks—And That’s Official

GAS WATCH KNOWBEFOREYOUGO

FRUIT FACT: A BC company has developed a new type of apple that does not turn brown when it’s peeled or cut. And coming soon: Prunes without wrinkles, straight bananas, garbanzo beans with reduced banzo, black eye-peas with your choice of black, blue or brown eyes.

Prevailing Prices Dawson Creek

107.9

Fort St. John

118.9

OH NO! SNOW! As we start another news chewing session, the big story from last week was the weather. We had a stupid amount of snow. Heavy wet snow just before Halloween! You could build a snowman with a pumpkin for its head. But Peace Country folks know when it comes to weather, anything can happen. We’ve seen snow in July, we’ve seen warm sunshine in December. The only thing we haven’t seen is money raining from the sky, just like certain politicians promised would happen one day.

Alberta-B.C. t St. John, BC - 7border Day Forecast Canada N/A- Environment FAREWELL FATS: Rock and roll legend Fort Nelson

125.9

Groundbirch

N/A

Fats Domino died last week at age 89. At the end of every show, Fats would stand up and “belly bump” the piano, sending it rolling across the stage. This was a fun thing to do—until the piano rolled off the stage and squished five people in the front row.

DOG DRUGS: There’s a huge scandal in Alaska. Some of the dogs in the famous Iditarod sled race tested positive for drugs. The Iditarod is proof that cats are smarter than dogs. You will never see 12 cats pulling a sled across the frozen tundra.

Bob Snyder Chews the news

bery. Hey, it wasn’t easy for the guy. As an experienced TV personality, he had to make sure the bank security camera only filmed his good side. YELLOW SELL: A study published last week shows yellow cars have the highest re-sale value. A buddy of mine got an extra 50 bucks for his 1980 Ford Fiesta by sticking yellow duct tape over the rust.

LIZ’S LUCK: A news nibble from London. A British newspaper revealed Queen Elizabeth has won $8.8 million in prize money from the race horses she owns. But just to cover her bases, Her Majesty also owns a glue factory. HALLOWEEN HA HA: As Halloween approached, a survey showed 28 per cent of Canadians dress their pets in Halloween costumes. What’s really, cruel is when people dress their cat as Scooby Doo—or their dog as Hello Kitty.

SPACE STINK: American astronaut Scott Kelly has a book out describing the year he WHY FLY: According to the CBC, airports lived onhttps://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/bc-78_metric_e.html board the International Space Sta- will test a new bomb-sniffing device that tion. Scott says the air inside the space sta- contains chemicals from a mouse’s brain. tion is “very stinky.” For thousands of young You may want to change your travel plans boys, this is all the inspiration they need to if you’re planning on flying with a large become an astronaut. quantity of cheese.

MOVIE MEMO: In Vancouver, a movie BOOM BULLETIN: Many people in the Local forecasts  British Columbia company held auditions for zombies. Peace reported hearing a mysterious loud SING DING: A man in Montreal made They’re planning to film a new TV show. In “BOOM” from the sky. An investigation Fort St. John, BC headlines. He was singing loudly in his car Episode #1, the zombies try to eat a teen- ruled out oil drilling activity and Site C Tumbler Ridge 119.9 when he was pulled over by the cops. They ager’s brain. But they discover the brain was work. There were some who said the boom said his singing was disturbing the peace, already sucked out of the kid’s head by the coincided with a bright light in the sky. I can Observed at: Fort St. John Airport 11:00 AM MST Tuesday 31 October 2017 Current Conditions Prince George t Nelson, BC - 7 Day Forecast - Environment Canada 102.9 they gave him a $150 ticket. The ticket internet.https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/bc-83_metric_e.html exclusively report the true facts: The sonic would have been only 50 bucks, but this boom was created by Santa, taking his new Condition: Mostly Cloudy Temperature: 6.9°C Wind: NNWcelebrated 22 gust 35 sleigh out for an early test flight—with a happened in Quebec. The guy was singing 94: A woman in Pennsylvania Grande Prairie 99.9 Pressure: 100.5 kPa Dew point: km/h out of rocket propelled Rudolf. in English. her1.2°C 94th birthday by parachuting Tendency: Rising Humidity: 67% Visibility: 24 km a plane. She said it was mostly fun. Apart Calgary 111.7 HEIST HUMOR: In Alberta, a former TV from when she yelled “Geronimo!” and her Bob Snyder can be reached at: sportscaster was charged with bank rob- dentures popped out of her mouth. chewsthenews@fastmail.com Home  Environment and natural resources  Weather information  Weather  Local forecasts  British Columbia Edmonton Home  Environment and natural resources Chetwynd

118.9



Weather information

7°C 105.4 Fort Nelson, BC

Forecast Victoria Current Conditions 136.9 Wed

Condition: Mostly2 Nov Cloudy 130.91 Nov

Alberta Avg.

106.9

60%

Chance of rain showers or wet ﬂurries

Thu

Pressure: 101.0 kPa Tendency: Rising

1°C

A few ﬂurries

Forecast General notice

Tue Wed The contents of this Night Tonight newspaper are protected by1 Nov 31 Oct copyright and may be used only for personal non-commercial purposes.



Issued: 11:00 AM MST Tuesday 31 October 2017 ST.Nelson JOHN Airport 11:00 AM MST Tuesday 31 October 2017 Observed FORT at: Fort

Tue B.C. avg 31 Oct

CAD$ per litre, prices as of October 31. Source: GasBuddy.com 6°C* -4°C*

Weather

WEATHER & ROAD REPORT

142.5

Vancouver



Fri Sat 1.2°C 3 NovTemperature:4 Nov Dew point: -1.1°C Humidity: 85%

-8°C

-9°C

A mix of sun and cloud

Sunny

Thu Night 2 Nov

Fri Night 3 Nov

HIGHWAY CONDITIONS PEACE REGION

Sun Mon Wind: N 28 km/h6 Nov 5 Nov Visibility: 24 km

-7°C

-8°C

Cloudy

A mix of sun and cloud

Sat Night 4 Nov

Sun Night 5 Nov

Mon 6 Nov

FOR CURRENT ROAD CONDITIONS IN THE PEACE REGION, Issued: 11:00 AM MST Tuesday 31 October 2017 FORT NELSON PLEASE SEE THE LINK BELOW.

All other-4°C rights are reserved-10°C -15°C 4°C -4°C and commercial use is -5°C 60% 60% prohibited. make anyChance use of of ﬂurries PeriodsTo of snow Clear Chance of rain Flurries Sunny this material you must first showers ﬂurries of the obtain the or permission owner of thean copyright. * Denotes abnormal temperature trend

-16°C -4°C Clear

Sunny

-16°C -3°C

-16°C -9°C

A mix of sun and cloud

Sunny

30%

ﬂurries Chance of

Clear

http://www.drivebc.ca/

#listView&district=Peace

-11°C

A mix of sun and cloud

WeatherPhone

Tonight Night Night Night Night Night Environment Canada Local For further information contact Today Mainly cloudy. 60 percent chance of rain showers then 60 percent chance of wet ﬂurries late this afternoon. Wind Weather Forecasts the managing editor at

http://www.drivebc.ca

becoming north 30 km/h gusting to 50 early this afternoon. Temperature falling to plus 2 this afternoon. (250)-785-7669 Cloudy. 60 percent chance of wet ﬂurries early this evening. Periods of snow beginning this evening. Amount 2 cm. Wind north 30 km/h gusting to 50. Low minus 4.

Tonight 250-785-5631

-7°C

Wed, 1 Nov Night Snow

Thu, 2 Nov Night

Today Fri, 3 Nov Night Tonight

Wed, 1 Nov Night Thu, 2 Nov

-11°C

-7°C

-17°C

Cloudy periods

Clear

Chance of ﬂurries

Clear

Flurries. Amount 2 cm. Wind north 30 km/h gusting to 50. Temperature falling to minus 9 in the afternoon. 60% Cloudy with 60 percent chance of ﬂurries. Low minus 10. Clearing. High minus 8. Clear. Low minus 15.

BAFFIN ICE BEARS

EXPLORER WITH VIBRAM SOLE

Cloudy. 60 percent chance of rain showers early this afternoon. Snow beginning this afternoon. Wind Sunny. High30 minus northwest km/h9.gusting to 50. High plus 4 with temperature falling to zero this afternoon. Clear. minus2 16. Snow.Low Amount to 4 cm. Wind northwest 20 km/h becoming light late this evening. Low minus 7. Flurries. Wind becoming northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 in the morning. High minus 5. Cloudy periods. Low minus 11. VIKING INSULATED FR RAIN GEAR Sunny. High minus 4.

BAFFIN 2017-10-31, 11:53 AM SPARTACUS

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 A3

Local News

SPCA seeks support for dogs seized from hoarder

Sewer, water rates to go up by pennies in 2018

matt preprost editor@ahnfsj.ca

Above: Sara Hamanishi with a freshlygroomed Shaggy, one of seven Shih Tzu-terrier crosses brought into the care of the North Peace SPCA after being taken from a home in Fort Nelson. matt preprost Photo

Annette Reeder

NEW LIST- 12 MIN TO CITY- 4.67 ACRES

PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORP

NOW $350,000

USE AS YOUR HOME

LOCATED A SHORT WAY UP THE HUDSON HOPE ROAD, A PERFECT SITE FOR YOUR HOME. 30’ X 40’ SHOP BUILT IN 2005 HAS A KITCHEN, WATER, SEWER, 100 AMP ELEC, UNDER FLOOR HEATING, MEZZANINE; PLUS 10X50 WORKSHOP AND SHEDS. LOTS OF PARKING AREA. PHONE ANNETTE TO VIEW 250-7903-4394. MAKE AN OFFER

SUNSET RIDGE 10507-109A ST

250.793.4394 areeder@telus.net check website: www.annettereeder.com

9016-113 AVE-5 BR, DBL GARAGE

MLS R2206086 JUST 2 YEARS OLD,, QUALITY BUILT HOME CLOSE TO NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1350 SF MAIN FLOOR PLUS FULL CONCRETE BASEMENT. MAIN HAS 3 BR, 2 FULL BATHS, OPEN CONCEPT , FIREPLACE IN LIVINGROOM, HIGH QUALITY KITCHEN CABINETS & EAT-AT ISLAND WITH GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, HOMEWARRANTY. NO GST TO PAY. CALL ANNETTE TO VIEW.

GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO SCHOOLS, FULLY DEVELOPED UP & DOWN WITH 5 BR, 3 BATHS, FAMILY & GAMES ROOMS, LOTS OF ROOM FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY & PETS. FENCED BACKYARD BACKS ONTO A PLAYGROUND;GREAT PRIVATE YARD (APPLE TREES, ETC). CALL ANNETTE 250-793-4394 TO VIEW. MAKE AN OFFER

5 MINS TO CITY ON 4 ACRES

MLS R2195819

NEW LISTING - $835,000

2 YEAR OLD FULLY DEVELOPED HUGE HOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE PLUS RV CARPORT HAS TOO MANY FEATURES TO LIST. CONCRETE BSMT AND CONCRETE WALLS, MODERN CUSTOM KITCHEN, DINING & LIVINGRM, 7 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS, FAMILYRM, OFFICE, HOT WATER IN FLOOR HEAT, DRILLED WATER WELL, SEPARATE BLDG. WITH SAUNA, JACUZZI, BATHRM, LARGE GREENHOUSE, ETC., MOUNTAINVIEW HOME,GARAGE, SHOP- 4.6 ACRES

AIRPORT AREA, 2 ACRES, CITY WATER/SEWER

APARTMENT BLDG.- 9 SUITES - 3 STOREY BUILDING HAS 8-2 BR UNITS AND 1 LARGE -1BR UNIT; FULLY RENTED, SOME LONG TERM TENANTS, APPLIANCES & WASHER/DRYER, RECENT RENOS, CONTACT ANNETTE 250-793-4394 FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO VIEW

The North Peace SPCA is looking for the community’s support to help clean and rehabilitate seven dogs seized from a Fort Nelson home earlier this year. Shelter manager Candace Buchamer says the dogs, a Shih Tzu-terrier cross, came into the branch’s care in need of emergency grooming and with a long path of behaviour therapy ahead of them. “They were so full of urine and feces even after their bath they still smelled like urine. It’s soaked into their skin,” Buchamer said. “It’s a gross situation for them.” The shelter has taken in six intact males, along with one female who just gave birth to five puppies. Nine dogs in total were first seized by animal control in Fort Nelson around five weeks ago before their owner relinquished them, Buchamer said. The SPCA has been working with Takashi’s Animal Rescue in Fort Nelson to bring the animals to Fort St. John to get the veterinary attention they need, she said. The dogs are fighting everything from ear infections to urine scalding to dental decay, and will need to be rehabilitated for their human aggression and fear, Buchamer said. “They’ve been in these king od living conditions their whole life,” Buchamer said. The dogs were scheduled to be groomed throughout last weekend, but the recovery ahead is expected to put a strain on the shelter’s staffing and financial resources. The shelter is not looking to adopt them out at this time. “A lot of these dogs have behavioural problems in terms of fear-based aggression, dogto-dog issues, and, obviously, their medical needs are huge,” Buchamer said. “They don’t know what a collar is, what a leash is. They have never touched dirt in their life. When the got out into the snow the other day, it was so funny; pne would touch the snow, pick up their feet and go, ‘cool!’ Others didn’t know what to do.” To learn more on how to help, call the shelter at 250-7857722 or or email northpeace@ spca.bc.ca.

MLS R2141520 2 STOREY PLUS A BASEMENT ,THIS HOME IS NESTLED IN THE TREES ON 2 ACRES AND PROVIDES LOTS OF PRIVACY; HUGE LIVINGRM WITH A WOOD STOVE, AND SUPER VIEW! JUST 10 MIN TO THE CITY, THIS UPDATED 1890 SF HOME PLUS BASEMENT HAS IT ALL. 5 BR, DININGRM; 4 BR, 2 BATHS, DEVELOPED BSMT; GAZEBO; WORKSHOP;FENCED YARD;ETC. 3 BATHS, SUNKEN LIIVINGRM, FAMILYROOM, MANY WINDOWS IN THE SUNROOM OFFER A PANORAMIC PH ANNETTE 793-4394. MAKE AN OFFER VIEW; HEATED SHOP; GREAT LANDSCAPED YARD,ETC. A MUST SEE! CALL 250-793-4394

HUGE HOME & TRUCK SHOP ON 8.7 ACRES

EXECUTIVE C0UNTRY HOME & DBL GARAGE ON 5 ACRES

MAKE AN OFFER

MLS R2195319

CALLING ALL TRUCKERS AND LARGE FAMILIES! WE HAVE THE HOME FOR YOU. SPACIOUS CUSTOM HOME 2527 SF MAIN PLUS 2527 DEVELOPED CONCRETE ON SUNNYSIDE DRIVE, THIS HOME HAS A PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE LAKE FROM THE HOME & WRAP BASEMENT; 6 BEDRMS, 4 BATHS; SPACIOUS LIVINGRM; DININGRM; KITCHEN, HUGE AROUND DECK; 4268 SF DEV. ON 2 FLOORS. 5 SPACIOUS BR, 4 BATHS, VAULTED CEILINGS, GREAT FAMILYRM IN BSMT; NATURAL GAS & WOOD FURNACE; DRILLED WATER WELL; KITCHEN, FIREPLACE, HOT TUB, ETC. CALL ANNETTE 250-793-4394 TO VIEW THIS FABULOUS HOME. . SAUNA WITH SHOWERS; PLUS MANY MORE FEATURES. DUPLEX-2 UNITS 8804-89 AVE 1475 SF HOME ON ACREAGE

$450,000

REDUCED $299,000

2 UPDATED UNITS, EACH HAS 3 BR FULL BASEMENT, FAMILY ROOM, PATIO DOORS TO DECKS, APPLIANCES, RENT ONE AND LIVE IN THE OTHER SIDE OR RENT BOTH FOR GOOD INCOME.

SPACIOUS FOYER, 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, ISLAND IN KITCHEN, LIVINGROOM PLUS FAMILYRM WITH WOOD STOVE, 2 DECKS, APPLIANCES, RIDE-ON TRACTOR, ETC., CALL ANNETTE TO VIEW 250-793-4394

GARY REEDER REALTY LTD. "SPOUSES SELLING HOUSES"

AND COMMERCIAL, FARMS, SHOPS, LAND, PROPERTY MANAGEMENT.

Councillors gave the first three readings on water and sewer bylaw amendments that will see rates rise in the new year on Oct. 23. Beginning Jan. 1, 2018, sewer rates will rise from $1.63 to $1.67 per cubic metre, with water rates to rise from $1.59 to $1.62 per cubic metre. Councillors will give formal approval at their Nov. 14 meeting. The city’s water and sewer funds cannot run a deficit and must be self-supporting. The city has been steadily raising rates under a 10-year plan since 2012 to recover the full cost of operating, maintaining, and upgrading both systems.

Temporary permit for medical clinic considered Council will consider granting a temporary use permit for the city’s new internal medicine clinic. The Fort St. John Internal Medicine Clinic at 8615 100 Street is currently zoned for C4 for service commercial. While the zoning allows for everything from an art gallery to a daycare centre to a restaurant or retail store, it does not allow for a medical clinic. The clinic opened earlier this year, and the city is unable to “spot zone” the land under its official community plan. The clinic shares the property with an oilfield equipment supply company under a fiveyear lease. A temporary use permit would allow the clinic to continue operating at the location for three years, with an option to renew for another three years.

Tax exemptions granted Councillors spared five organizations from the taxman’s axe. Tax exemptions for 2018 and 2019 were approved for the North Peace Light Horse Association, as well as the Evangel Chapel Society and Christian Life Centre for portions of their property. Councillors also granted tax exemptions for the city’s passive house and management agreement with the North Peace Cultural Society from 2018 through 2020. All told, the exemptions total roughly $650,000 in lost tax revenue for the city. Municipalities are able to grant tax exemptions to any land or buildings held by charitable and non-profit organizations, or by the municipality itself.

Supporting Our Communities TOLL FREE 877-785-4394

'B' 10756-100 St. Fort St. John, BC

Supporting Our Communities

R0011352385

ROAD CONSTRUCTION • ASPHALT PAVING AGGREGATE SALES • READY MIX CONCRETE SALES PORTABLE ASPHALT PLANTS AND CONCRETE PLANTS Servicing: OIL & GAS • MINING INDUSTRIAL • COMMERCIAL • MUNICIPAL • AIRPORTS

INTEROUTE CONSTRUCTION LTD.

NORTHEAST DIVISION

A4 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

THIS NOVEMBER WE HONOR THOSE WHO SERVE OUR COUNTRY… ALL VETERANS, CADETS AND ACTIVE SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN

matt preprost

Mon, Tues, Friday 9-5:30, Wed & Thurs 9-7:30, and Sat 9-4:30 “Best Salon Gift Certificates Available 10440 100 Street, 250-787-1553 www.hbhealthspa.com

Compressor upgrades at McMahon would lower emissions editor@ahnfsj.ca

RECEIVE 15% OFF ANY SERVICES NOVEMBER 1ST - 11TH

10442 100 Street 250-787-1552 www.hairbin.com

Local News

& Best Spa” 2017

Enbridge plans to upgrade half-century old, obsolete technology at its McMahon processing plant in Taylor. The company, which acquired Spectra Energy in 2016, is looking to replace six reciprocating engines with two turbine engines as part of its Compressor Station 1

Modernization project. The turbines would replace original engines first installed at the plant in 1957. “The benefit is it will lower emissions while still moving the same volume of gas, lower our maintenance, and improve system reliability,” said Mike Greenway, Enbridge’s area leader for Fort St. John, during an open house in Taylor Oct. 26. Station 1 compresses and moves roughly 500 million cubic feet of gas per day into the McMahon plant for processing before it’s sent back to the station as marketable gas where it’s compressed again and shipped through sales pipeline networks across B.C. and Alberta. The station uses natural gas to fuel its engines and compression operations. However, the reciprocating units work much like a car engine, explained April Hauk, a senior atmospheric environmental specialist working on the project for Stantec Consulting, with fuel and oxygen thrown into the mix

at inconsistent levels. High emissions are the result of high combustion temperatures, and the new turbines will give the plant better control of the combustion for a “leaner burn” that could cut emissions by up to 50 per cent, she said. “You can control the temperature of combustion better and reduce your emissions,” she said. Enbridge says the decrease will be “substantial,” but that it won’t know the full impact until emissions modelling is complete. The company still has to sanction the project, and it expects to file an application to the National Energy Board by the end of November. If approved, work would begin next summer or fall, with the new engines expected to come into service in late 2019. immigration from a1

The metropolitan area has seen 145 immigrants from India since 2011, with another 95 from South Africa. Thirty immigrants each from Ireland, Nigeria, and Iran have also settled in the area. A majority of the immigrant population—2,210—is concentrated in the city of Fort St. John, while 280 were recorded in the Charlie Lake area, and another 45 were recorded in Taylor. While the area recorded no refugees in 2011, there were 190 recorded in 2016, with 65 having immigrated in the last five years. Visible minorities represent just 8.9 per cent of the local population, well behind provincial and national averages of 30.3 per cent and 22.3 per cent, respectively. Northern Rockies Meanwhile, the Northern Rockies saw its immigrant population jump from 270 to 435 between 2011 and 2016. The Filipino community represents 35.6 per cent of the immigrant population with 155 members. That’s followed by the United States with 35 immigrants, and Jamaica, the United Kingdom, and Singapore each with 25 immigrants. Immigrants represent 8.2 per cent of the Northern Rockies population, with visible minorities making up 6.6 per cent of the population. Hudson’s Hope In Hudson’s Hope, immigrants represented 9.6 per cent of the population, up slightly from 7.3 per cent in 2011. Data on immigrant communities was not provided. The three most commonly reported ethnic origins in the district were English, Scottish, and Irish, with visible minorities making up just 2.5 per cent of the population.

Internet 250/250.

Speed reimagined. TELUS PureFibre™ has redefined the meaning of speed. Now you can share and browse with astonishing 250 Mbps uploads and 250 Mbps downloads.* Fast just took a massive leap forward. Get Internet 250/250 for

75 /mo.

for 2 years in select TV bundles.†

Learn more at telus.com/fortstjohn

TELUS STORES Fort St. John 9600 93rd Ave

11315 Alaska Road

*Traditional copper wire or copper wire hybrid networks are subject to capacity constraints and environmental stresses that do not affect TELUS fibre optic technology, which is based on light signals. Internet access speed depends on location, usage within the home network, internet traffic, applicable network management and server configurations. For a description of TELUS’s network management practices, see telus.com/networkmanagement. †Offer subject to change without notice. The $15/mo. discount for 24 months is available to customers signing up for TELUS Internet 250/250 and Optik TV You Pick 6 or higher. Regular price (currently $90/month) applies at month 25. Offer only available with Optik TV You Pick 6 or higher. Downgrading to Lite or Essentials will trigger the removal of the $15 Internet discount. Minimum system requirements apply. Final eligibility for service will be determined by a TELUS representative. Internet access is subject to usage limits; additional charges apply for exceeding the included data. Rental equipment must be returned in good condition upon cancellation of service. TELUS, the TELUS logo, TELUS PureFibre, Optik TV, the future is friendly and telus.com are trademarks of TELUS Corporation, used under licence. All rights reserved. © 2017 TELUS.

Peace River Regional District In the Peace River Regional District as a whole, immigrant numbers rose from 3,805 to 5,100 between 2011 and 2016. Immigrants represent 8.3 per cent of the district’s population, up from 6.5 per cent five years ago. Immigrants from the Philippines represent 18.7 per cent of the district’s total immigrant population at 955, with 675 considered a recent immigrant from 2011 to 2016. Immigrants over the last five years have come from India (290), the United States (95), South Africa (95), and Nigeria (40). Provincial, national averages Provincially, nearly 1.3 million immigrants made up 28.3 per cent of B.C.’s population in 2016. Nationally, 7.54 million immigrants made up 21.9 per cent of Canada’s population.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 A5

Local News

Watts makes leadership pitch matt preprost editor@ahnfsj.ca

Liberal leadership candidate Dianne Watts will be in the Peace Region this weekend. Watts will be in Fort St. John on Nov. 4 and in Dawson Creek on Nov. 5 to meet with party members and constituents. “Communities are the engines behind economic growth and delivering public services, and the time has come to strengthen our partnerships between local communities and the province,” Watts said in a statement. Watts will travel to the region Nov. 4 as part of a Northern B.C. tour, right after taking part in a leadership debate in Prince George earlier that morning. She’ll host a public meet and greet later that night at the North Peace Cultural Centre in

SETTING THE STANDARD IN SAFETY A merger of Enform and Oil Sands Safety Association EnergySafetyCanada.com

supplied Photo

Dianne Watts

Fort St. John from 6 to 7:30 p.m. She’ll host a second meet and greet at the Dawson Creek Art Gallery on Nov. 5 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. See WATTS on A16

TAKE PART IN THE ARTS IN NOVEMBER 2017

Monday Night at the Movies Brooklyn Feb 1 With the Fort St. John Film Society Aurora Cinema

Ballet Kelowna’s Boundless Feb 19 NPCC 7:30pm

Night at the in Movies “Celebrating 50 Years of the Arts inMonday Fort St. John 2017”

Trent McClellan Comedy for High On High Feb 5, 6, 7 Theatre 8pm November 6Lido Monday Night Films The Glass Castle The Vagina Monologues Feb 5 withthe the FSJ Film Society at theSociety Aurora Cinema 7pm With Women’s Resource at NPCC

November at Peace Gallery North NPCC Art “Dinner Talk” Feb 12- Mar 1 Art Exhibit Exhibit Varieties of Abstraction With artists Mary Parslow, Alan White, by 5 local artists Nov 3 Karen Heathman, Peace Gallery North NPCC Workshop Free Form Weaving withFred CherylPenner Peeblesin - Nov 4 Concert Feb 13 NPCC 3:30pm pre-register: http://npcc.bc.ca/art-classes/adultclasses/free-form-weaving/ Koba’s Great Big Show Live Feb 14 Nov 8 Oh Canada –Canadian NPCC 1PM Music Concert with the NP Com Choir at NPCC 7pm Monday Night at the Movies Nov 10 Alaska Highway The Sleeping GiantDocumentary Feb 15 Trapper Gus With the Fort St.Hedin John Film Society Aurora Cinema At the NP Museum 7pm and 8:30pm George Canyon Country Music Feb 15, 16 Nov 12 Tapping Talent LidoInto Theatre 8pm Everyone welcome at the Seniors Home 2pm

James White Feb 29 Nov 16With NLC International Fashion and the Fort St. John FilmShow Society Entertainment Aurora Cinema With NLC Students at NLC 6pm Free Admission 250-785-6981 AGM Dinner of North Peace Historical Society Feb 24 Nov 18-Dec 10 Recycled Christmas Senior Citizens Hall Tickets at 250-787-0430 Decorations Sale Opening Nov 18 at the Artspost of PLRAC Feb 20 10am – 4pm AGM and 10am – 1pm M/T/W/T With the Peace Liard Regional Arts Council in Creek and Piano Nov 18 Voice andDawson Choir Workshop Masterclass Vocal Piano 1pm NPCC Fort 10:30am St. Johnand Arts Council Meeting Feb 17 At theTeachers Artspost Recital 10320 94 Avenue Nov 19 Music New Comers Welcome 12 noon With music students 1:30 and 4:30

Tis the season for giving; let the Alaska Highway News give you the gift of Marketing this holiday season. Sale dates:

November 9th to December 21st 2017

The more you book, the more you save!!!

2-3 WEEKS

*4-6 WEEKS

*7 WEEKS

1/8 page (reg. $962.50/ea)

$150.00/ea

$145.00/ea

$125.00/ea

1/4 page (reg. $1375.00/ea)

$250.00/ea

$225.00/ea

$200.00/ea

1/2 page (reg. $2200.00/ea)

$450.00/ea

$385.00/ea

$355.00/ea

Ads include full colour, Merry Christmas! Legal advertising not eligible. Help Wanted/Career advertising eligible * Includes 20,000 impressions on alaskahighwaynews.ca (An impression is simply a view of your ad)

with School District #60 Band 7pm NPCC

R0011438861

www.fsjarts.org

HOLY CR*P !

SALE

Nov 21 Ron JamesJuried Exhibition Jan 8 - 30 Artist’s Choice at NPCC now available With– tickets the Federation of Canadian Artists Dawson Creek Art Gallery Creek Nov 30at Christmas Band Concert

FOR MORE ON ARTS HAPPENINGS

HO HO

Even Santa can’t believe the savings

Contact: Fort St. John at 250-785-5631 to book your savings now!

Hello Readers, This is Peter Weitzel from the Wonowon 4-H Club. A few of my friends and I from Youth Action have decided to share our 4-H experience with you through a newspaper article. Youth Action is a provincial 4-H program put on by B.C 4-H in Kamloops every second year in July. For me Youth Action was a great week of leadership training, playing games, while getting to know lots of new friends and reconnect with others. Youth Action helped me with working in a group of others. It was a a one time experience, I would like to encourage every BC 4-H member to go there, you will net regret it.

-Peter Weitzel

My name is Sierra Robinson, I am a member of the Cowichan Community 4H Club. This is my 7th year in 4H and this year I was one of the delegates at Youth Action BC 4-H 2017 . I got to travel all the way to Kamloops and participate as a part of a group of around 50 different 4-H members. I’ll never forget this experience…It is deﬁnitely one of my highlights in 4-H now. Youth Action was one of the ﬁrst 4-H camps I have ever been to other then Jr Camp when I was younger, and I absolutely loved it. I learned a lot about leadership and myself as a youth leader as well as made lots of great new friend! It was amazing to be able to meet so many like minded people. I even learned about ways to put my thoughts and ideas into action, about how I can make a positive change in my community and the power that we as youth hold. We played so many fun games and did lots of team building exercises. I’m really grateful for the facilitators, chaperones and all the people that made this opportunity possible. I’m sure all the delegates would agree that it was a ton of fun and everyone learned lots. (I am hoping that I can go back again one day as a facilitator:)

-Sierra Robinson

My name is Jacinta Meir. I am a member of the Cariboo Wolf Pack 4-H Club in Quesnel BC. This year I was a delegate at Youth Action 2017. This was an amazing experience! We learned so much about ourselves and developed important leadership skills. All of the leaders and facilitators were extremely encouraging and inspirational. Each of us got to learn our own unique leadership styles. We discussed important leaders in our life and how they inspired us. We also learned how we can inspire and encourage others to do their best. I would like to thank all of the leaders, facilitators, and chaperones for making this program possible, especially Genevieve for helping me with my confusing travel plans and Juanita for being such an incredible small group leader. Also, to all my friends and fellow delegates, you guys are all amazing leaders! I am so excited to use what I have learned in this program with my family and friends and within my community. This program was an unforgettable experience. I learned so many important leadership skills, made amazing friends, and had an incredibly fun time!

-Jacinta Meir

Photo by: Sarah van Hesswijk

M U E L O R PET NEEDS

r For All You

We salute the dedicated kids of 4-H Keep up the great work! Delivery Service 6 Days a Week

From Oil Patch to Farm & Industrial We offer...

• • • •

Gas LocaLLy owned and operated Oil Diesel Propane

7315-100th Ave, Fort St. John, BC.

Phone: 250-785-5651

www.fsjcoop.com

R0011218520

WONOWONMonthly 4-HReport BEEF CLUB

A6 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Opinion

Published every Thursday at 9916 - 98th Street, Fort St. John, BC V1J 3T8 by Glacier Media Tel: 250-785-5631 Fax: 250-785-3522 Online at alaskahighwaynews.ca

regional manager

William Julian wj@ahnfsj.ca

managing editor

Matt Preprost editor@ahnfsj.ca

sports reporter

Dillon Giancola sports@ahnfsj.ca

sales manager

Ryan Wallace rwallace@ahnfsj.ca

sales associate

Brenda Piper

bpiper@ahnfsj.ca

circulation manager

Lynn Novack

circulation@ahnfsj.ca

What’s your opinion? Send your letters to: editor@ahnfsj.ca Please put “Letter to the Editor” in the subject line. All letters must be accompanied by a daytime phone number (for verification purposes only) and your full name. We reserve the right to edit letters for length, taste, accuracy and libel. Please keep letters under 600 words. We ask that submissions protest the policy - not the person. Opinions expressed in Letters to the Editor do not necessarily reflect those of the Alaska Highway News.

NATIONAL NEWSMEDIA COUNCIL The Alaska Highway News is a member of the National Newsmedia Council, which is an independent organization established to deal with acceptable journalistic practices and ethical behaviour. If you have concerns about editorial content, please let us know first. If you are not satisfied with the response and wish to file a formal complaint, visit the web site at mediacouncil.ca or call toll-free 1-844-877-1163 for additional information.

COPYRIGHT AND LEGAL NOTICES The Alaska Highway News retains sole copyright of advertising, news stories and photography produced by staff. Copyright of letters and other materials submitted to the Editor and accepted for publication remain with the author, but the Publisher and its licensees may freely reproduce them in print, electronic or other forms. Reproduction is prohibited without written consent of the publisher. Second class mail registration No. 0167

Guest Columnist

Site C expensive, no matter the decision

his week, the B.C. Utilities Commission will be releasing its final report on Site C. They essentially have three options to study—keep going, suspend the construction, or cancel the project. Their work is to estimate the costs of doing each, both in terms of present dollars and future dollars. That is, they are to look at the cost to complete the project as it presently stands with the present construction plans and weigh that against the cost of cancelling the project or suspending construction for a period of time. Each option is expensive. We already know the project will be over-budget. Some key steps have been delayed and BC Hydro has given its cost estimates for these delays. Essentially, the contingency in the budget has already been allocated but we know there will be more down the road. On the other hand, cancelling the project is not free. If the project is cancelled, contracts will need to be paid out and workers will need to be let go. Then a whole new project will need to start to remediate the site, which will be expensive—likely more so than the costs so far. Even suspending the project for an unlimited period of time has costs. Equipment would need to be idled, sites will start to degrade, opportunities will be lost, and restarting would require replacing existing workers and contractors. None of the options are going to be cheap. But the BCUC must also weigh

the cost of future energy projects that will be required to replace the capacity Site C will generate. We are going to need energy to grow the economy. The question is where are we going to get it from? The latter is the tricky part of the equation. Predicting the future is fraught with difficulties as so much is educated guesswork. I say “educated guesswork” because there are some things which can reasonably be modeled or controlled. For example, the population of the province will increase over the next 50 years. By how much is a question of immigration policy, economic growth, increases in the world population, etcetera. Generally, these sort of variables can be reasonably estimated. For example, over the past 10 years, our population has grown by 46,800 people per year, give or take. Assuming this growth rate going forward, and given our current population is 4,817,150, it is reasonable to assume the province will grow to about 7.1 million people in size in the next 50 years. But how much energy will we need then? Over the last 100 years, the per capita energy demands have doubled to around 244,000 kwh per capita (that is all energy, not just electrical). If we continue with our growth rate, we will have surpassed 300,000 kwh per capita by 2070. How much of this will be electrical versus fossil fuels? Right now, B.C. Hydro is a minor component of our energy mix—about 18 per cent. If we

are going to electrify our economy— from cars to homes to businesses— we are going to have to increase the share of energy generated by BC Hydro. Demand will increase. How do we meet the demand? Arguably, through renewable sources. As advocates for wind and solar power point out, the cost of producing a kwh is decreasing and almost in reach of hydroelectric projects. In theory, we can go a whole new route and not have a grid at all. We could have individual houses and businesses responsible for their own onsite electrical production. But at what cost? I don’t just mean the price of photovoltaics or building a turbine. We need to consider the cost of mining for rare earths, the water used in manufacturing, and environmental impact of remediating sites. Building anything of the size needed to meet the future power requirements of this province is going to have a significant environmental impact. How do we estimate the impacts of any energy project when too many of the variables are unknown? It will take a lot of “educated guesswork” by the BCUC. It will need to work on existing data and the best knowledge we have. In the end, none of this may matter. The decision to continue, suspend, or stop will ultimately be a political equation. Todd Whitcombe is a columnist for the Prince George Citizen.

Oh, birch tree, I will weep for thee

t just up and died! Last year it was lovely and lush! Sure, the top was deadish, but the rest of the tree was glorious in all of its weeping birch weepiness!” My audience for this diatribe was someone who had called me back in response to my request for tree removal. No doubt, he had heard this before: the sad pronouncement that the “tree just died” and now, “we need it removed, can you do that?” I had made the same speech three times now to three different arborists. That is what they are called, arborists. Not to be confused with Arbor Mist—an interesting wine beverage that came about in the late 1990s. No, an arborist specializes in the care and maintenance of trees. They bring them into the world when they plant them, and they show up to remove them once they have converted their very last molecule of carbon dioxide into oxygen. Our weeping birch tree is the very last original tree from our yard. We moved into our home 30 years ago when the back yard was filled with

Judy Kucharuk the desk of the green-eyed girl

poplar trees, a couple of shrubs and this magnificent weeping birch. Over the years, the poplar trees were removed after they dared to stretch their roots into our sewer lines. The shrubs made way for a short-lived experiment with a clothesline and all of the stumps were removed to make way for a new garage. The house was re-sided, a deck was built, the lawn completely reseeded, but the weeping birch remained, growing taller and taller each year. The birch tree should never have grown as tall as it had because it branched out from the base into not one, but two tree trunks. It should have been weak where it divided into two, but it never faltered, never showed any signs of stress. The kids climbed on it, the cat crawled up into it, birds lived

in it, and the long, seemingly tenuous branches swept so low they met the grass. Except they were not tenuous, they were not fragile—the branches had an underlying strength that made up for the unfortunate double trunk growth defect. As if to say, “I dare you to call me weak!” Now, the tree was D.E.A.D. So dead that the last windstorm had caused parts of it to break off, coming dangerously close to the telephone and power lines. It was time. It was telling us in no uncertain terms that it was ready to go, ready to be made into wood chips or burned in a fireplace. So, I made the call and the arborist is coming soon. These last few days when I walk out the back door I take a good, long look at the tree and remember how lovely it was and I feel a wee bit sad. Even if I plant a tree tomorrow, I will never see it grow to the size that the birch had become. Life goes on, but that birch tree symbolizes something that we can never get back and that something is time.

Views On The News regarding kinder morgan Some insight for the anti-Kinder Morgan pipeline crowd: I continue to be frustrated with the emotionally driven arguments against Kinder Morgan. While these individuals and groups fight their ill informed fight against the pipeline and the associated shipping we leave our backdoor open on what is even more environmentally sensitive and benefits no one except U.S. corporations and citizens to our south. You argue against shipping Canadian oil but the U.S. continues to ship the worst culprit, coal, to Canadian ports to be shipped worldwide because the U.S. is unable to get approval in their own country. In fact, the port in Vancouver where this U.S. coal is loaded is expanding. Do not even get me started on stopping Energy East while we continue to bring in oil from the Middle East, Nigeria, Venezuela, and the U.S. versus using our own. Via tankers by the way! The U.S. and the world at large laughs at us while we continue to poop in our own proverbial corn flakes. Please do your homework and look at the big picture. Changes are made over time and even I am committed to making them— but not at the expense of taking a bullet so other countries can benefit versus our own citizens that rely on the economic benefits of our resources. —Ron Vermeulen, Victoria Have something to say about the news of the day and your community? We want to hear from you! Email your letters to editor@ahnfsj.ca, or add your thoughts online at alaskahighwaynews.ca

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 A7

OP-ED

An Exemplary Life of Divine Providence

WALKER AND WYATT

Angela Griffin PEACE REFLECTIONS

n October 1978, I was a Grade 8 student at a Catholic school, so preoccupied with my own adolescent dramas that the election of a new pope didn’t even register on my pre-teen radar. In May 1981, I was a student at Catholic Central High School in London, Ontario, in love for the first time as a sixteen-year-old, sitting in the CCH cafeteria completely absorbed by the object of my newly formed affections, when it was announced over the school public address that Pope John Paul II had been shot in St. Peter’s Square. Our principal immediately called for us to pray and the entire school offered up a collective “Hail Mary!” for our stricken pontiff. He survived and then recovered, and I don’t remember thinking about him much after that except that I marveled at how he forgave his would-be assassin, even visiting him in prison two days after Christmas in 1983. I started to pay attention to Saint Pope John Paul II in 1998. I learned that he became a priest in Poland in the 1940s through clandestine means, in the face of Nazi occupation. As I read about his life, I came to admire the man and the pope equally. I also saw how the youth loved and responded to this man, often referring to him as their “papa”. When Saint Pope John Paul II appeared at his window for the last time before his death, he tried to give the world one final blessing. It was difficult to look upon his declining health. When billionaire mogul Donald Trump was asked what he thought of that final image of the ailing pope, he replied that such an appearance doesn’t do anyone any good. Yet, I thought about what message was delivered to the world by his humble, fragile appearance at the window of his papal apartment. I know he was sending the message about his suffering, his humanity but also the divinity of all human life. That was the blessing he managed to deliver in his silent suffering. Our discomfort when faced with feeble health or indeed, anything short of perfection, is a weak sentiment born of the secular world. Such feelings of discomfort, like the ones expressed by Donald Trump with regards to the ailing pontiff, are not born of God. Upon the passing of Saint Pope John Paul II, I knew that I was watching the passing of a modern saint. Our battered world had known only three days of peace since 1945, yet this man of God had brought together world leaders often at odds as well as millions of followers in one final show of peace. People from all corners of the world found a bridge to Christ through the life and the love of Saint Pope John Paul II. The word ‘pontiff’ means ‘bridge’. Saint Pope John Paul II was humanity’s bridge to peace and to Christ. Saint Pope John Paul II’s life is a testimony to divine providence. It is no accident that a Polish pontiff who lived through the atrocities of Nazi occupied Eastern Europe, led the Church at a time when Communism was finally defeated in our world. God had a plan for Karol Wojtyla just as he has a plan for each of us. I am reminded to surrender my fate to the hands of God in order to realize God’s plan for my own life. After all, God can dream a much bigger life for us than we can ever imagine for ourselves. The Peace is a place of many peoples and many faiths. In this space, readers are invited to share their own reflections of faith in the Peace. If you have a story of faith you’d like to share, please send it to: angelamarygriffin@gmail.com.

EVE PETFORD PHOTO

Wyatt and his service dog, Walker. Wyatt is on the Autistic Spectrum and now, through community fundraising, has Walker to assist and aid him through his sometimes difficult and challenging days.

2017 DODGE DURANGO R/T AWD

AUTO GLASS We do ICBC Claims at shop

stk# PT872

4 wildlife vehicle collisions occur every day on Peace region highways in November. For driving tips go to www.wildlifecollisions.ca Sponsored by BC Hydro and the Wildlife Collision Prevention Program

$ stk# PT835A

+ TAXES AND FEES of $577

2017 JEEP PATRIOT SPORT 4X4

+ TAXES AND FEES of $577

2016 RAM 1500 SXT 4X4

219 B/W

175 B/W

$ stk# 17R416

stk# 17R416A + TAXES AND FEES of $577

2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN CVP

+ TAXES AND FEES of $577

2016 RAM 3500 SLT 4X4

374 B/W

150 B/W

$ stk# 16C74A

stk# 17HD286A

10996 Clairmont Frontage, Alaska Highway, Fort St. John • 250.785.3433

High risk times of day: 6 – 8 am and 5 – 7 pm

145 B/W

337 B/W

GLASS HOUSE FREE CHIP REPAIR

2017 CHEVROLET CRUZE LS

+ TAXES AND FEES of $577

STK# PT861 PT856A 17J67A 15PC589A PT795 17C407A 17PA76A 17HD449B 17R409B 16J26A 17R423B 17R325A 17HD232A

2016 2016 2016 2015 2015 2015 2015 2014 2014 2013 2013 2012 2012

MAKE FIAT 500 HONDA CR-V JEEP CHEROKEE RAM PROMASTER CITY DODGE JOURNEY MITSUBISHI MIRAGE DODGE GRAND CARAVAN FORD MUSTANG DODGE DART DODGE GRAND CARAVAN KIA OPTIMA HYBRID RAM 1500 RAM 2500

+ TAXES AND FEES of $577

PRICE $14,491 $29,991 $26,791 $19,591 $27,991 $ 8,991 $18,991 $28,491 $11,591 $14,891 $16,991 $19,991 $25,891

All Used vehicle Payments are inclusive of all taxes and fees of $577.00 which are charged on all used vehicle transactions. Payments are all calculated bi-weekly at 5.29% on a 84 months term. All payments and financing is O.A.C. See dealer for complete details. All pictures are for display purposes only and vehicles may not be exactly as illustrated. All vehicles were available on date of ad deadline. See Dealer for details. Offer Ends November 15th

A8 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Local News

New Voice, New Vision.

You Deserve a Say in Northern BC’s Future. Please join me on November 4th in Fort St. John. Like you, I believe the leadership race boils down to a simple choice between the past and the future. As I’ve traveled across the province, BC Liberals and BC voters have told me loud and clear that our free enterprise party needs a new voice and a new vision to win the next election. With our party’s economic record, we should have won the election in May. But, too many British Columbians felt disconnected from our strong economy, balanced budgets and triple A credit rating. They believed their government had stopped listening to the important things they had to say. I want to change that. With your help I want to make sure that we are, once again, the party of hard working families in resource communities and urban centres right across British Columbia. I believe you and your family deserve a say in BC’s future. Please join me and ﬁnd out more at www.diannewatts.ca.

Meet and Greet with Dianne Watts Dianne Watts BC Liberal Leadership Candidate

6:00pm-8:00pm, November 4 North Peace Cultural Centre 10015 100 Ave., Fort St. John Everyone is welcome.

FIND OUT MORE | GET INVOLVED 1-604-265-9846 | 1-844-591-8700

DianneWatts4BC

info@diannewatts.ca

DianneWattsForBC

www.diannewatts.ca

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 A9

Local News

CITY BEAT

be an angel

Updates from October 23, 2017 Council Meetings

Chances General Manager Jason Morris hands Fort St. John Hospital Foundation Executive Director Jennifer Moore a cheque for $3,059 ahead of the foundation’s Be An Angel campaign launch.

PROCLAMATIONS •

The month of October 2017 was proclaimed as “Foster Family Month” in the City of Fort St. John. The intent of the proclamation is to acknowledge, celebrate and express appreciation to foster caregivers for their incredible commitment and support to children and youth in the community.

•

October 24 – November 11, 2017 was proclaimed as “Poppy Campaign” in the City of Fort St. John. Every year, the Royal Canadian Legion conducts the Poppy campaign to raise funds in support of veterans and their families.

BYLAWS •

Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaws for the North Peace Light Horse Association, Evangel Chapel Society, City of Fort St. John (North Peace Cultural Society Management Agreement), Passivhaus (City of Fort St. John), and Christian Life Centre of Fort St. John were adopted by title only.

•

Water Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 2400. 2017 and Sewer Use Regulation and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 2401, 2017 were introduced and read for the ﬁrst three times by title only. Water and sewer rates need to be increased annually to address increasing operating costs and to continue towards Council’s goal of full-cost recovery for the operation of the water and sewer systems. Water rates will increase to $1.62 ($1.59 - 2017) per cubic metre and sewer rates will increase to $1.67 ($1.63 - 2017) per cubic metre. The bylaw will placed on the November 14th Regular Council meeting agenda for adoption and the new rates will come into eﬀect on January 1, 2018.

THE CANADIAN BREW HOUSE – LIQUOR PRIMARY LICENCE WITH FAMILY FOOD SERVICE

Thank You Fort St John

The Canadian Brew House (Fort St. John) Ltd., located at Unit #104, 9203 100th Street has applied for a Liquor Primary Licence. The application includes Family Food Service which would permit minors in the establishment from opening until 10:00 p.m. when accompanied by a parent or guardian. The restaurant currently holds a Food Primary Licence (#307348) that would be cancelled upon issuance of a Liquor Primary Licence by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch (LCLB). Under the Food Primary Licence, the permitted hours of operation are from 9:00 am to 2:00 am however the restaurant is currently open from 11:00 am to 2:00 am, Monday to Friday, and 10:00 am to 2:00 am on Saturday and Sunday. The applicant’s intent is to maintain the current hours of operation. In accordance with provincial legislation, comments from the public and local government were required as part of the application process. A consultation period was conducted however no comments were received from members of the public. Council passed a resolution stating that it recommends the issuance of the liquor licence. The LCLB will now make its decision whether or not to approve the licence.

WORLD UNDER 17 HOCKEY CHALLENGE – DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM As part of the Legacy Program associated with hosting the World Under 17 Hockey Challenge in early November of this year, local minor hockey associations will benefit from some fantastic development opportunities leading into the tournament. An estimated 700 children, coaches, and parents will participate in programs hosted in both Fort St. John and Dawson Creek on November 3 - 5, 2017. Hockey Canada, BC Hockey, and local associations have committed significant human and financial resources to the program with an estimated value of $100,000. Registration fees will be limited and, in most cases, the programs will be offered at no charge to participants. All children participating in the weekend activities will also receive a ticket to one of the WU17 Hockey Challenge games.

NEW TOTEM ARCHERY CLUB LEASE PROPOSAL

for voting us 2017 People’s Choice for

best tire store Auto Services: • Oil & Filter Change • Balancing & Tire Repairs • Wheel Alignment • Seasonal Maintenance Package (Inc. Oil Change) • Batteries • Seasonal Tire Changeover • Tire Replacement • Brakes, Shock & Struts Install

Council approved a new 20 year lease agreement with the Fort St. John New Totem Archery Club and also authorized the construction of an indoor shooting facility at the site as per the terms of the agreement. The Archery Club has leased this existing lot for approximately thirty-two years dating back to 1985; previous leases have been for consecutive ﬁve year terms. The indoor shooting facility (80’ x 90’) will enable the group to host league sessions, tournaments, and special events throughout the year.

ZONING AMENDMENT – HEALTH SERVICE FACILITIES USE IN C-4 ZONE Council received a report from staff regarding a medical clinic that is currently in operation at 8615 – 100 Street. The lot and the surrounding area are zoned C-4, which does not include Health Services Facility as a permitted use. Based on staff recommendations, Council chose to consider a Temporary Use Permit to allow the medical clinic in the C-4 zone for this property only, for a temporary term. Staff were directed to provide a report and a proposed Temporary Use Permit to a future Council meeting.

UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS A Committee of the Whole meeting is tentatively planned for 3:00 p.m. on Monday November 6, 2017. A Committee of the Whole meeting is tentatively scheduled for 1:00 p.m. on Monday November 14, 2017. The Regular Council meeting will follow at 3:00 p.m. All meetings will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers and the public is welcome to attend.

www.fortstjohn.ca

9410 100 STREET FORT ST. JOHN, BC V1J 3X5 • (250) 785-4313

Unreserved public equipment auctions CR AW LE RT RA CT OR S

35 5+

66 0+

HY DR AU LIC EX CA VA TO RS

1,130+ items! From construction to farm equipment – you'll find it here.

11 0+

TA NK TR UC KS

CK S

BO OM

15 0+

ME CH AN ICS TR UC KS

RU CK S

MO TO RG RA DE RS

50 + T VA CU UM

2014 & 2013 Kenworth T800 10000 PSI & 2 – 2013 Kenworth T800 15000 PSI

2015 Kenworth T800 w/Ferrari F749 A6

14 5+

4 – 2014 Caterpillar 740B

3 – 2011 Kenworth T800

2014 & 2013 Caterpillar 324E L

1 of 3 – Caterpillar D7R XR Series II

12 0 TR + U

12 0+

AR TIC UL ATE DD UM PT RU CK S

2 – Caterpillar D10R

2016 Ford F550 XLT 4x4

2012 Volvo G976 AWD

Grande Prairie, AB Equipment includes

Crawler tractors, boom trucks, mechanics trucks, hydraulic excavators, motor graders, tank trucks, vac trucks & much more

On-site inspection hours Mon–Fri, 8 am–5 pm

November 21–22 (Tue–Wed) 8 am Bid in person or online

▸ No minimum bids or reserve prices ▸ Test and inspect on-site ▸ Open to the public, free registration

Financing & leasing available

Location

721076 Range Road 51, Grande Prairie, AB

More items added daily Call about selling: 780.538.1100

Up to 100% financing, with no money down.

See complete listings at Auction Company License #303043 OAC. Terms & conditions apply. See rbauction.com/financing.

rbauction.com/Grande-Prairie

A10 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

BUSINESS

What is the real value of my home?

Thank you very much for recognizing our business as the Best Notary in this year’s People’s Choice Awards. We look forward to serving Fort St. John and the surrounding communities as we head into 2018. Please contact our office to assist you with Real Estate Transfers, Wills, Powers of Attorney and Notarizations.

250-787-1163 1, 10230 100th Street, Fort St. John, BC V1J 3Y9 46713

DON’T HAVE TIME?

Too Busy to Read The Paper But Still Want To Keep Up-To-Date on Local News? Join our Newsletter group and receive the news directly to your email... Go to www.alaskahighwaynews.ca and click on the newsletter icon at the top right of your screen. Enter your email address and your done! - It’s as easy as that!!!

SAVE TIME & STILL GET THE NEWS

NORTHEAST BC REALTY

LIFE AT GROUND ZERO

REAL ESTATE REALITY CHECK Have a real estate problem or question you want answered? Email editor@ahnfsj.ca to have it featured in a future article and analysis by Edwina Nearhood.

ically the depreciated cost for each should be the same once depreciation from all causes is deducted. Principal of substitution is the basis for the market data approach to appraisal. It states that the maximum value of a property usually is established by the cost of acquiring an equivalent substitute property that has the same use, design, and income. Market value is determined by comparing a property with similar properties and making replacement cost adjustments. The Real value of your home for selling purposes is determined by what market participants are willing to pay depending on current market conditions. The real value of your home when you are building a custom-built home is how much it actually costs to build the home. Can you sell it for that much? Not necessarily. It may be a lifestyle expenditure or a quality of life expenditure. It may take several years to recapture the cost. Replacement value of the custom home may fluctuate based on labour and material costs. I hope this offers some clarity on value from an appraiser’s point of view. Edwina Nearhood is a life-long resident of Fort St. John, with 30 years experience in the appraisal industry.

OWNER / MANAGING BROKER Email: ron@northeastbc.com

NEBC is located at NEBCRealty.com 10220 101 Ave. Fort St John BC V1J 2B5

Investing Our Energy In The North

Edwina Nearhood

RON RODGERS

Ltd.

Phone 250 785 4115

his is a question that appraisers are asked many different ways. There are numerous definitions of value that appraisers work with. Market value is defined by the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC) as “the most probable price which a property should bring in a competitive and open market under all conditions requisite to a fair sale, the buyer and seller each acting prudently and knowledgeable, and assuming the price is not affected by undue stimulus.” Implicit in this definition are the consummation of a sale as of the specific date and the passing of title from seller to buyer under conditions whereby: 1. Buyer and seller are typically motivated; 2. Both parties are well-informed or well-advised in what he considers his own best interest; 3. A reasonable time is allowed for exposure on the open market; 4. Payment is made in cash in Canadian dollars or in terms of financial arrangements comparable thereto; 5. The price represents a normal consideration for the property sold unaffected by special financing amounts and or terms, services, fees, costs or credit incurred in the transaction. Replacement cost is defined by the AIC as “the estimated cost to construct, at current prices as of the effective date, a building with utility equivalent to the building being appraised, using modern materials and current standards, design and layout. Reproduction cost is the cost of providing an exact replica of the subject property. The challenge to using reproduction cost is that it may be impossible to provide an identical reproduction of an older building. Often the materials and equipment used years ago are no longer available today. Depreciation. While estimates can vary greatly between replacement cost and reproduction cost, theoret-

Specializing in Commercial Real Estate BCNCC MLS® 2011 thru 2016 TOP COMMERCIAL Realtor TOP DOLLAR and/or MOST NUMBER OF UNITS SOLD for BCNREB MLS®

FOR SALE 4.455 ACRES Light Industrial Julia Frontage Road Just north intersection of HWY 97 ALASKA HIGHWAY & HWY 29 TO HUDSON’S HOPE GREAT VISIBILTY AND ACCESS OFF HIGHWAY!

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY ASKING $695,000

For Sale

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

Fort St John, BC

39,375sf Light Industrial building on 2 Acre lot Long term lease in place that was recently renewed

9+ acres Land (ALR) HOME & SHOP

Contact Ron for more info

MLS® C8010783

4970+sf High Profile Location Commercial Downtown Land & Building

Was Asking $7.7 Million

BUSINESS, LAND & BUILDING

New Frontier Bar & Grill in Fort St John

ALR - Zoned Agricultural Note Home site not for sale

REDUCED

NOW ASKING $7.4 Million

TURNKEY OPERATIONS

Development Land Along 271 Beaton Road 129.9 Acres and 20.607 Acres Asking $400,000 and $350,000

If you are looking for an investment opportunity in North East BC then give Ron a call to discuss

MLS ® C8003641

MLS®C8014934-35

3000+sf 2 story home 5 bedrm, - 4 bath, Man-Made fish pond, loads of parking, horse shelters & pasture 2,400sf shop for oversize vehicles ASKING $1.48 Million

MLS ® R2089480 Call Ron for more info or to book appointment to view

BUILDING: 7500sf buildings with seasonal patio, commercial kitchen (includes all appliances and equipment), interior design with country design including dance floor, DJ booth, 2 open bars, stage for live music, lounge seating LAND: 0.66 Acres Lot on 100 Ave with paved parking & alley access BUSINESS: Includes business name and all social and promotional materials, all kitchen and bar equipment, office and club furnishings, most décor, AND LIQUOR LICENSE (subject to BC Liquor transfer approval), club shuttle service vehicle, 1600sf storage shop and additional C-Can storage along rear alley. Business is currently open 2 nights a week with DJ and occasional live entertainment. Potential to extend operating hours and expand commercial kitchen use to include private parties and happy hour specials. Excellent Income Producing Opportunity!

LOOKING FOR A NEW PROFESSIONAL CAREER - THEN CHECK OUT THIS BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY WHERE YOU OWN IT ALL!

For Sale COMMERCIAL LAND 0.706 Acres

Zoned Service Commercial

Next to Fort St John WalMart, Totem Mall and highway visibility Take advantage of this high traffic retail center area for your business development

Previously used as two separate lease spaces. Great retail and commercial 100 Street exposure. Parking in rear. REDUCED NOW ASKING $999,000

Asking $2.2 Million

MLS® C8013087

Also available for lease

Please DO NOT Discuss With Staff or drop in during business hours. Call Ron for Details and Financial information. Two Year non-disclosure/confidentiality agreement required prior to provision of detailed information.

MLS®C8014319/8012914

Business for Sale Frozen Yogurt - FSJ Totem Mall MOTIVATED SELLER

If you are looking to become your own boss and not have to pay to set up your own franchise, then check this opportunity out! Seller who will assist in transition

REDUCED Asking $229,000

For Lease HIGHWAY FRONTAGE 3000sf building on 60’x130’ Lot Available now Asking $17.50sf MLS®8012192

MLS®C8012020

Town Centre

Asking $439,000 Land and 7306sf Building

MLS® C8013862

Great street appeal, rear parking, ideal office or retail space, potential for multiple tenants MLS®165556

36.36 Acres Development Land along East By-Pass Road recently incorporated into the City of Fort St John boundary. This property plays a significant role in the upcoming City Official Community Plan and future development within the expanding city growth plans - the City is open to all development concepts. Manager's home on site with lagoon & cistern currently leased (not been valued into the asking price which represents the Development Land value only). Land

Chetwynd

ASKING $679,000

For Sale DEVELOPMENT LAND

Commercial/Industrial Office & Shop

60’x50’ shop, 3359sf main floor office, 2430sf 2nd floor

Asking $16sf MLS®C8007090

located along East By-Pass Road just south of the Fort St John Hospital, east of schools, parks/recreation, and residential development and north of commercial and retail. This area of the city is part of the long term expansion plan and definitely worth looking at if you are an investor or developer.

ASKING $2.48 Million MLS® C8015396

COMMERCIAL, RETAIL, INDUSTRIAL, DEVELOPMENT Sales or Lease Property, CALL RON RODGERS FOR OPPORTUNITIES IN THE NORTH EAST BC AREA Information is not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale, or buyers already under contract. All measurements (+/-) and information is believed to be accurate but not guaranteed and should be verified.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 A11

LOCAL NEWS

City shovels out after record snow MATT PREPROST editor@ahnfsj.ca

Residents were shovelling, the city was plowing, the power was out, postal service was halted, and school buses were cancelled. It was another Wednesday in the Peace Region on Oct. 25, the second in a row that brought snow to the masses and shattered daily snowfall records dating back to the 1930s. A total of 55 centimetres fell on Tuesday, Oct. 24 and into early the next day, according to Environment Canada. Twenty-three centimetres fell on Tuesday—that much snow hasn’t fallen on Oct. 24 since 1933, when 15.2 centimetres was recorded here. Another 32 centimetres has fallen so far today—just shy of a record 35.6 centimetres set on Oct. 25, 1918. BC Hydro reported thousands were without power in Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, Chetwynd, Hudson’s Hope, and Taylor Wednesday morning. The peak was seen between 9 and 10 a.m. Tuesday, he said, when more than 7,200 were left in the dark, BC Hydro spokesman Bob Gammer said. “We have had many reports of the snow forcing trees into contact with our power lines and in some cases, wires are down on the ground,” Gammer said. “Where people see wires down, we ask that that they stay back a safe distance - at least 10 metres - and call 911 and report the situation including the nearest address, or intersection.”

The snow came courtesy of a storm that passed through Central and Northern B.C. that gave way to more warm, sunny weather. “What started out as rain quickly changed over to snow as the precipitation rate picked up and cooler air moved in,” meteorologist Lisa West said. Fort St. John RCMP responded to roughly half a dozen collisions, while reports of downed power lines has also kept officers busy. The accidents were minor, Staff Sergeant Steve Perret said. A picture circulating on Facebook of a pickup truck crushed between two transport trucks around Mile 60 of the Alaska Highway looked worse than it turned out to be, Perret said. The accident happened after one of the transport trucks rear-ended the pickup and pushed it into the rear-end of the second transport trailer. The woman driving the pickup was taken to hospital with minor injuries, while the pickup truck sustained significant damage, Perret said. “Surprisingly, today hasn’t been that bad,” Perret said. “Most people are taking into account the severe road conditions.” Motorists are reminded to ensure their vehicles are equipped with winter tires and in good mechanical condition. “Yield to road maintenance crews,” Perret said. “Be patient, take your time to get to your destination, and make sure you get there.”

MATT PREPROST PHOTO

This resident on 90 Street is letting the heavy machinery do the heavy lifting.

Laundry Services 250-782-9389

Professional Wet Cleaning Eco-Friendly Dry Clean Results!

Locals head to GP for BC vs Alberta fight card DILLON GIANCOLA sports@ahnfsj.ca

Local boxers are headed to Grande Prairie this weekend to fight in Fivestar Fight League 20: Team B.C. vs Team Alberta on Nov. 4. Nick Young, who is 10-0, is the top fighter from Fort St. John on the card. Also fighting are Brayden Sims, Edie Scarfo, Nick Dragojevich and Alaya McCormick. “I think it’s awesome, I get to see if there’s kids from my weight class going to nationals and get to see what I have to prepare for,” Young said about the event. The event will be held at Grande Prairie’s Pomeroy Hotel and Conference

PEACE REGION

COURT DOCKET A summary of what went on in Peace Region courts for the week ending Oct. 27. Fort St John Law Courts • Kirk Wendell Thomas (born 1973) was given 1,460 days in jail, handed a lifetime mandatory firearms ban, ordered to provide a DNA sample, and assessed a $200 victim surcharge for possession for the purpose of trafficking. Thomas was given 914 more days in jail, handed a lifetime mandatory firearms ban, ordered to provide another DNA sample, and assessed a $200 victim surcharge for possession of a loaded/unloaded, prohibited/restricted firearm. • Micheal William Eadie (born 1989) was given 239 days in jail, handed a lifetime mandatory firearms ban, and assessed a $200 victim surcharge for possession for the purpose of trafficking. • David Bradley Allan (born 1973) was fined $250 and assessed a $37.50 victim surcharge for unlawful possession of dead wildlife and hunting wildlife out of season. Fort Nelson Law Courts • Gary Alden Capot Blanc (born 1985) was handed a 120day conditional sentence with six months probation and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for breach of undertaking and mischief $5,000 or under. • Dennis Edward Gairdner

Centre. The preliminary fights start at 6 p.m., with the main card going at 7 p.m. The event will match some great fighters from both provincial teams against each other. Ten matches will consist of members from the provincial teams, and there will be 20 matches overall. “It’s exciting when you get to pit B.C. against Alberta, and we know there’s lots of people from B.C. coming down,” said Tosha Myrton, co-owner of Fivestar. Fivestar Fight League, based out of Fort St. John, is pairing up with Champion Gym from Grande Prairie for the event. Visit alaskahighwaynews.ca for more coverage of the event and results.

(born 1977) was given 52 days in jail, handed a one-year probation order, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for assault causing bodily harm. • Harley John Lay (born 1986) was assessed $100 victim surcharges for flight from a peace officer, theft over $5,000, possession of stolen property, and dangerous operation of motor vehicle. • Maxwell John Quesnelle (born 1987) was handed a one-year probation order and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for assault. • Tony Fred Capot Blanc (born 1989) was given 10 days in jail, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for breaching probation. Capot Blanc was further assessed a $100 victim surcharge for assault. • Peggy Susan Kotchea (born 1988) was fined $500, handed a one-year driving ban, and assessed a $75 victim surcharge for driving with a suspended licence. Dawson Creek Law Courts • Steven Christopher Compton (born 1993) was given 12 months probation, and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for mischief $5,000 or under. Compton was handed a one-year criminal driving ban and assessed a $100 victim surcharge for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. • Justice Louis Desjarlais (born 1993) was assessed a $100 victim surcharge for breach of undertaking. Desjarlais was assessed an additional $100 victim surcharge for failure to appear.

We are More than a Laundromat! • Drop-off Laundry Service • Self-serve Laundromat Executive Fine • Commercial and Industrial Services Cleaning • Executive Fine Cleaning • Formal Wear • Cowboy Press • Bridal Wear All Services in House • Suits • Pressing

250-782-9389

Open Daily: 8:00 am-8:00 pm

250-782-9389 • 800 - 106th Ave • Dawson Creek

REGIONAL PARK DESIGN STUDY DY

GOALS

Montney Centennial & Blackf oot Regional Parks The Horizontal (Version 1) logo is the primary identiﬁcation for the Peace River Regional District. The Horizontal (Version 2) logo and the Vertical (Version 3) logo should be considered only in circumstances where it is lobby of the World U17 Hockey impossible to use the primary logo.

Prima

PEACE R

Visit the PRRD booth in the Challenge to discuss Montney Centennial & Blackfoot Regional Parks. Review preliminary options, share your feedback, and enjoy fun and games! Horizontal Lo go - Version 2

ENCANA CENTRE

NORTH PEACE ARENA

Mon. Nov. 6 @ 2:00-5:30 pm Wed. Nov. 8 @ 2:00-5:30 pm Sat. Nov. 11 @ 2:00-5:30 pm Sat. Nov. 11 @ 6:30-10:00 pm

Tues. Nov. 7 @ 6:30-10:00 pm Fri. Nov. 10 @ 1:00-4:30 pm Fri. Nov. 10 @ 5:30-9:00 pm

1-300 Highway 2, Dawson Creek

Visit prrd.bc.ca/engage from Nov. 6 - Nov. 27

WATCH FOR INFORMATION AT UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETINGS Meetings will take place during the month of November

Blackfoot Regional Park Montney Centennial Regional Park

10631-100 St., Fort St. John

ENGAGE ONLINE!

REGIONAL PARK DESIGN STUDY

— Tom Summer

for for

The Peace River Regional District logo is available in three versions: Horizontal (V ersion 1 & 2) and Vertical (V ersion 3).

prrd.bc.ca/engage e

A12 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Local News

Clearance %

off

LASTTICKETED PRICE

FALL Kids’ Tops, Bottoms and Dresses. FALL Ladies’ Tops, Bottoms, Dresses and Outerwear. FALL Men’s, Ladies’ and Kids’Athletic & Casual Shoes.

Effective November 1st, 2017.

While quantities last! Sizes and selection vary by store. No special orders. Sorry, no rain checks.

R0051169490

PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY CALL .. TO PLACE YOUR AD

ARBOURIST

DECOR

ROOFING

Len’s Tree Service Ltd. Call today for your FREE ESTIMATE

(250) 794-2041 • www.lenstreeservice.com With over 20 years experience, Len can help you with all your dangerous tree removal and pruning needs.

• BUCKET TRUCK with 65’ reach L WE WIL & 12” Chipper T EA B R MEET O ANY • Now with a STUMPGRINDER R TO TI COMPE ! to serve you better PRICES

We are a locally owned business and are WCB Certiﬁed with $5,000,000 personal and property liability. “MAKE SURE YOU’RE PROTECTED”

The Power Of Print

Carousel Design & Decor “Ask our Blind Man”

Blinds, Bedding & Draperies Hunter Douglas, Plus Two Top-Line or Budget Prices

Call 250-785-5754

DENTURES

Where are YOU spending your advertising dollars? Call today and feel the power!

Ryan Wallace @ 250-785-5631

www.alaskahighwaynews.ca

Typically 24% pass an ad onto others, 23% save the ad for future use and 13% visit a related website as a result of the publication.

Ryan Wallace

Advertising Manager Email: rwallace@ahnfsj.ca | Office: 250-785-5631 9916 98 Street, Fort St. John, BC V1J 3T8

Brenda Piper Sales Associate

Email: bpiper@ahnfsj.ca | Office: 250-785-5631 9916 98 Street, Fort St. John, BC V1J 3T8

www.alaskahighwaynews.ca

Print is stable... Print has longevity...

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 A13

Local News

“Get The Good Stuff” 250-785-0463

9224 - 100th Street

2017 / 18

NHL GREAT CANADIAN

HOCKEY TOUR ENTRY DEADLINE: THURSDAY, FEB. 1 at 5PM DRAW AT THE LIDO

SUNDAY, FEB. 4 at 5PM Doors open @ 3PM

Fort City

www.arctichottubsfortstjohn.com

Financing available

Always Proud To Support Our Community!

10008 97 Ave - Open until 10 pm 9316 Alaska Rd N - Open until 11 pm

SEMI-FINALISTS WEEK #1 EMMA CALLIOU WEEK #2 CHRISTOPHER EVANS WEEK #3 BLAKE MITCHELL

8424 Alaska Road North, Fort St. John, BC Phone: 250-787-5220 1-877-787-5220

9424 100 St | Fort St. John, BC 250 785-3006

www.fortcitychrysler.ca

Drop off entry form at one of the participating businesses

2017-18 NHL GREAT CANADIAN HOCKEY TOUR NAME:___________________________ AGE:__________________

ADDRESS:___________________________ PHONE #: ___________________ CELL#_______________________ MUST BE 19 OR OLDER TO ENTER

15 WEEKS REMAINING TO QUALIFY GET YOUR ENTRY IN TODAY!!

ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL WIN: 2 tickets/1 hotel for 12 nights and airfare.

GAMES

CITIES

Tuesday February 20, 2018

Colorado @ Vancouver

Thursday February 22, 2018

New York Islanders @ Toronto

Saturday February 24, 2018

Philadelphia @ Ottawa

Monday February 26, 2018

Philadelphia @ Montreal

Tuesday February 27, 2018

Nashville @ Winnipeg

Thursday March 1, 2018

Nashville @ Edmonton

Friday March 2, 2018

New York Rangers @ Calgary

Alaska Highway News Phone: 250-785-5631 • Fax: 250-785-3522

A14 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

PERSPECTIVES

Work up your winter appetite with a shovel

T CALLING ALL WRITERS! Do you like to immerse yourself in the community and want to earn some extra cash? The Alaska Highway News is always looking for new contributors to add to our pages.

Interested? Email editor@ ahnfsj.ca to learn more!

he first snowy day of winter reminds me to make a good plan for cooking. Cooking and eating is a great psychological motivator during a cold, house-bound season. Planing your winter cooking with a schedule can give you the time to dream up holiday meals, and winter’s first snowy evening is the perfect time to start dreaming and planning for your festivities this season. Get a cup of tea or wine and make a list of holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, planned work parties, potlucks—anything that could see you cooking in the next three months. Once you have your list, start to dream about meats, about vegetables and sauces, about traditions. Dream about all the

John means working up an appetite with a shovel. BEEF BALL STROGANOFF

Judah Koile FROM THE FARM TO THE TABLE

great things you have eaten and imagine what this year’s menus could look like. Don’t be afraid to imagine delegating duties to those closest to you. Don’t be afraid of the idea of trying a really new or old recipe, or even a less fancy family relic. Don’t be afraid to make too much. Flavours are memories and make memories. When you cook, you create and recreate that cycle for anyone who eats your food. The next morning when 50 centimetres of snow falls, food calls and it’s better to be prepared. Heavy snow in Fort St.

1kg ground beef 1L beef stock 3 small onions (1 finely minced, 2 sliced) 4 cloves minced garlic/4 cloves, sliced 30g butter 30g flour 200g cream 1 small can tomato paste 2 large homemade dill pickles, diced 2 fresh tomatoes, diced 100g parsley Salt and pepper to taste Add minced garlic, diced onions, ground beef, salt and pepper in a metal mixing bowl. Mix and hand roll meat into balls and place on a cookie sheet, bake in the oven at 300 F for 20 minutes until the oil and blood come out of the balls.

Put the mostly cooked balls in a new bowl and pour the fats and blood into a large pot. Add sliced onions and garlic to pot and sauté on low for 20 to 30 minutes. After the liquids have cooked out of the onions, add your flour and butter and mix well with wooden spoon. Once the onions and roux (your flour and butter) begin to brown, add beef stock and tomato paste, and stir. When the stock has thickened and the flour has cooked fully (20 minutes) add your meatballs back in and bring up to to a slow simmer. When your food is hot and ready to serve, turn heat off and add your sour cream, diced parsley, dill pickles, fresh tomatoes. Serve over potatoes or egg noodle cooked very plainly. Judah Koile is a Fort St. John chef and co-owns The BEAM with his wife, Jiwon.

Special Delivery IT Clyde A ’S A BOY lexande Parentsr Murphy : Kelsi B & Bradlaine Hall M Baby’s urphy Weigh t 6 lb Time: s 6 oz 8:30 a Length m : Octob 19 1/4 inche e s r 1 8, Fort S t John2017 , BC

IT’S A BOY Akaolisa David Okafor Parents: Jane & Nworah Baby’s Weight: 7 lbs 10 ounces Length: 53 cms Time: 9:04 pm Sept 19, 2017 Fort St. John, BC

Drop off or mail your FREE birth announcement to:

The Alaska Highway News, 9916-98 St., Fort St. John V1J 3T8 or email: compose@ahnfsj.ca

Fort St. John Hospital Foundation Baby Bouquet Wall This is a wonderful way for family and friends to acknowledge these special miracles

ated in the t Wall is loc re Baby Bouque Hospital Birthing Cent hn Jo Fort St.

Your minimum donation of $125 to the FSJ Hospital Foundation will not only purchase a flower petal, but the money raised will also go towards much needed medical equipment that will help to provide the best healthcare and service possible.

Ph: 250.261.7563 | email: fsjhf@northernhealth.ca

www.fsjhospitalfoundation.ca HOROSCOPE ARIES (MARCH 21 TO APRIL 19) The Moon is in your sign for the second day, which makes you more emotional than usual. Keep this in mind to avoid kneejerk reactions. TAURUS (APRIL 20 TO MAY 20) You will prefer to work alone or behind the scenes today. You want to keep a low profile except during conversations with partners and close friends. GEMINI (MAY 21 TO JUNE 20) A conversation with a female acquaintance will be significant today. Share your hopes for the future with this person to benefit from her feedback. CANCER (JUNE 21 TO JULY 22) For the second day in a row, you are high-viz. People will notice you, and they may become aware of personal details about your private life. LEO (JULY 23 TO AUG. 22) Do something different today to satisfy your urge for adventure. You will especially love an opportunity to learn anything new. Shake things up a little! VIRGO (AUG. 23 TO SEPT. 22) It’s appropriate to focus on inheritances, shared property and insurance issues right now, because this is what you want to do. You also are clear about what you want. LIBRA (SEPT. 23 TO OCT. 22) For the second day in a row, the Moon is opposite your sign,

For Thursday November 2, 2017

which means you have to go more than halfway when dealing with others. You can do this. SCORPIO (OCT. 23 TO NOV. 21) Do something today to make you feel better organized. Just set 15 minutes aside to tidy some aspect of your life — your car, your bedroom, your office, your kitchen — something. SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22 TO DEC. 21) Flirtations, playful activities with children and a chance to express your own creative talents might arise today. Basically, you want to have some fun today, and why not? CAPRICORN (DEC. 22 TO JAN. 19) Home and family are your primary concern today. It will please you to relax in familiar, comfortable surroundings. AQUARIUS (JAN. 20 TO FEB. 18) Today you’re eager to communicate with others, which is why you want to have a real down-to-earth conversation. You want to discuss issues that are important to you, perhaps with siblings and relatives. PISCES (FEB. 19 TO MARCH 20) Money is still on your mind today. This is not surprising, because this is a successful time for you. You can really promote your best interests throughout this year and the next!

Younger Brother Is a Mess Dear Annie: I’ve spent years watching my youngest brother tear my family apart, and now I need to make Annie it stop. Coming into high school, he was bratty, angsty Lane and entitled, but he was also DEAR ANNIE the baby of the family and, take, he’ll be expelled. How let’s face it, a teenage boy. far can rock bottom be? My Fast-forward to four years sister moved away because later, and he is never sweet, she can’t handle it, but I can’t never thankful and never watch my parents’ hearts kind. My parents both work and spirits break any more. multiple jobs to keep our What can I do to fix this mess family afloat and are nothing and keep my family sane? -but kind and understand- If He Only Had a Heart ing. All they want is their son Dear If He Only Had a back. But he is a nightmare, Heart: The first thing you both in and out of the house. He won’t keep a job. He won’t can do is to take that enordo his schoolwork. He won’t mous burden off your shoulrespect my parents. He takes ders. Though I commend money from my mom’s wal- your kindness and concern let and has been caught with for your brother’s behavior, drugs and alcohol. None of it is in no way your respontheir punishment has ever sibility. The last thing your worked; he just refuses. I’ve parents need is two unhapstruggled to keep my mouth py children. Perhaps you shut over the years, because could stage an intervention they’re the parents, not me. in which each of your family They’ve even tried therapists members writes your brothand counselors, but that er a letter saying how much hasn’t made a difference. he is loved but firmly laying Honestly, I don’t think he is out how he is hurting himself and the family. If drugs are ill. I just think he is selfish. the problem, he may break But now it’s coming to a down and ask for help. Worst breaking point: He turns 18 case is that he will have to hit in a month, and his prin- bottom before seeking help. cipal just called to say that But knowing that he has a if he makes one more mis- loving family is a major plus.

Dear Annie: I am writing in response to “Toddler Turbulence,” who was bothered on a recent flight by a young child slamming his fold-up tray against the seatback over and over. I know how she feels. I am in a wheelchair, and people don’t understand that when they bump into my chair when they walk by me or hit my chair with a drink cart -- even just tapping one of my wheels -- it shakes my entire chair and hurts me. I very kindly ask them to be more careful and not kick my wheels. On a plane, some just don’t realize what they are doing to the person in front of them or behind them. I hope that next time, “Toddler Turbulence” will say something to make future flights more enjoyable. -- Eileen From Pennsylvania Dear Eileen: I’m printing your letter to encourage everyone to be conscientious on airplanes and especially careful not to bump anyone who is in a wheelchair.

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

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 A15

Coffee Corner $789,900 13318 Gourley Sub MLS# R2167731

$179,000 8511 - 76 Street MLS# R2198871

Picture perfect country property 18 minutes from town. 2 storey 4 bed 2970 sq ft home on 10 acres.

Perfect starter home featuring 3 bedrooms,1 bath, large family room, sitting on a 49.15 X 150 lot.

$729,900 13265 Koop Road MLS# R2204354

$369,900 9404 - 114 Ave MLS# R2211097

3000 sq ft, 6 bdrms + 3 bath home on 10 acres. Wide-plank hardwood floors and 3 sided fireplace.

TODAYS PUZZLE

Updated 5bdrm/2bathroom family home backing onto Kin Park one block from Bert Ambrose school

$94,900 #176, 9207 - 82 St MLS# R2209062

Over $15000 in updates, large master bedrm next to the 4 pc bth, 2 decks & 2 sheds for seasonal storage..

$359,900 8216 - 95 Ave MLS# R2171086

This spacious home is loaded, 4 bedrooms 2 bath, finished basement with 24 x 30 detached garage.

hOW TO PLAY: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box. PREVIOUS PUZZLES ANSWERS

• • • • • • • • • • • •

$175,000 5782 Baldonnel Rd MLS# R2149165

Great place to start. 2 bdrm (could be 3) 1976 mobile on 1 acre 10 minutes from Fort St John.

$535,900 11403 - 104th Street MLS# R2178338

Welcome Home! Wish list complete with this custom built 5 bed/3 bath home in Country View Estates.

ANECDOTE ANTHROPOMORPHISM ARCHITECTURE ARTWORK CANON CHARACTER CLASSICAL COMMUNICATION CREATIVITY EPITHET ETYMOLOGY EVOLUTION

• • • • • • • • • • • •

HIERARCHY HUBRIS INNOVATIVE LEXICON LITERATURE MORES MUSICAL OPINIONS PARADOX PERFORMANCE PHILOSOPHY REASONING

• • • • • • • • • •

RECORDS RENAISSANCE RHETORIC SATIRE TEXTS THEATER THOUGHTFUL THOUGHTS TRAGEDY VIRTUE

TODAY’S PUZZLE

get What do you ss a fridge when you cro io? rad with a

Why did the boy past the medicinetiptoe cabinet?

A: He didn’t want the sleeping pills. to wake

Why did the belt go to jail?

A: Because it held up a pair of pants.

Can you find Mr. Pear’s shadow?

ANSWER: SHADOW NO. 7

ANSWER: A-3 / B-2 / C-4 / D-1 / E-5

PREVIOUS PUZZLES ANSWERS

Material for your weekly game page

A: Cool music.

26. Tell on 27. Resembles the ostrich 28. Million barrels per day (abbr.) 29. War-torn city in Syria 34. Mode of transportation 35. Metals and I VI III II minerals are extracted from this 36. Trent Reznor’s band 37. Midway between south and southeast 39. Vesuvius is one 40. Permitted 41. A type of corrosion (abbr.) 42. Tip of Aleutian Islands 44. Shouted 45. Jewish spiritual leader 46. Punched in the 43. Used as a CLUES ACROSS 5. Young female cow side of the head lightweight foam 1. Inventor of the 6. Deep, narrow 47. Lout 45. Recall knowledge apochromatic lens gorges 48. Used to make 48. Afrikaans word for 7. Freestanding 5. Time units (abbr.) furniture and ships Connect the right “language” sculpture 8. Cool! heads 51. Spectrumgiraffe disorder 8. Finger millet 11. NY football family 49. Fried chicken (abbr.) to their bodies guru Sanders’ title 9. Hurts 13. A way to consume 52. A way to talk (abbr.) 10. Unable to hear 14. Competition 53. American shoe 50. Caucasian 12. Vast body of water company 15. Monetary units language 14. Volcanic island in 54. Chinese ethnic 16. Plant in the daisy 55. A Spanish river Fiji group family 56. Used to pierce 19. Not early 58. Egg of a louse 17. Ottoman military holes title 23. Wet dirt 57. Song of praise 18. Small Polish village 24. Be characteristic of 59. In bed 20. Relatively 25. Before 60. Originally called insignificant lie 61. Iron Age Brittonic 21. Argument tribe 22. Comforts 62. Young goat 25. Early 63. Not even 30. Went on and on 64. Make from wool or 31. Type of IRA yarn 32. Short musical composition CLUES DOWN 33. Images 1. Current unit 38. Major component 2. Bleats of wood glue 3. Soft creamy white (abbr.) cheese 41. Observing 4. Opposite of west expeditions

A16 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Local News

Watts looks to put focus on municipal profit, engagement

PUBLIC NOTICE Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2403, 2017 City Council will be considering first three readings of Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2403, 2017 at the November 14, 2017 Regular Meeting. In 2016, the Provincial Government made changes to the Local Government Act including amendments to local government elections that affect the Council Procedure Bylaw. During this review, numerous sections within the bylaw were edited to use plain language rather than the legislated terminology although the intent remains the same. The updated bylaw includes the following changes: • inclusion of “Acting Mayor” and “Electronic Meetings” in the definition section rather than repeating this wording throughout the bylaw where applicable, • the Inaugural meeting will be held on the first Monday in November rather than the first Monday in December since the local government election date has changed to the third Saturday in October, • it is anticipated that the annual UBCM conference dates will be moved to earlier in September for years in which a local government election will take place, thus the bylaw has been changed for the September Council meeting being on the fourth Monday rather than the second Monday for election years only, • identified that Special Council Meetings are called in accordance with Community Charter Section 126, • included “advisory body established by Council” in the Attendance of Public at Meetings Section, • included “if the automated voting system is inoperable” in the Council Proceedings and Committee of the Whole Voting at Meetings sections, • updated the Committee of the Whole Report section to reflect current procedure regarding recommendations being passed at a COW going to Regular Council for consideration. For more information about the changes to the Council Procedure Bylaw or to receive a copy of the proposed bylaw, please contact Janet Prestley, Director of Legislative and Administrative Services by calling (250) 787-8153 or by email at jprestley@fortstjohn.ca.

www.fortstjohn.ca

watts from a5

Watts will be the first Liberal leadership candidate from the Lower Mainland to visit the the Peace Region. Peace River South MLA Mike Bernier dropped out of the race earlier this month. As part of her visit, Watts is expected to take in an aerial tour of the Site C dam along with tours of other industrial sites in the region, and meet with civic and business leaders. Watts was first elected to Surrey city council in 1996 and became mayor in 2005. She held that position until she stepped into federal politics in 2015, serving as member of parliament for South SurreyWhite Rock before stepping down to run her leadership campaign. Among her campaign priorities are directing legalized marijuana profits to municipalities, and involving local governments to develop an energy strategy for oil and gas, liquefied natural gas, electricity, solar, wind, and other renewables. While she has seen plenty of things done right by the Liberals, she has also been vocal

with her criticism that the party failed to reinvest its surpluses “in the way communities need” when it was in government. “The whole reason you strive as a government for a strong economy is to invest in tomorrow’s economy,” Watts said in an interview with the Prince George Citizen. “That means paying close attention to the needs of each city and town. We had a $2.7-billion surplus, and yet in Prince George your hospital needs a big upgrade. Terrace needs a hospital upgrade. The Lower Mainland has transportation and housing issues to address. We have a provincial debt to pay down. Those things weren’t getting done, and it wasn’t for lack of willpower, it was just a disconnect in communication. “I think, with my background, I can keep that communication flowing and I have a keen understanding of how each community has its own needs to be met, so we can all participate in a strong economy.” —with files from the Prince George Citizen

napoleon from a1

Monday’s announcement was unusual in that Fort St. John RCMP have rarely held public press conferences regarding police matters in the last several years. Spokesman Cpl. Dan Moskaluk of the RCMP’s E Division, brought in to help with the announcement, said a press conference was

held given the length of the investigation and the number of officers who worked on it, and to allow Napoleon’s family a chance to speak. “We wanted to provide sufficient information to the public so they could undestand how much was involved in this investigation,” he said.

We are still the in town Benjamin Moore dealer for paint and accessories and we offer Air miles, free quotes and free consult /expert advice on flooring, paint and window blinds.

787-1842

10020-96 Ave., Fort St. John, BC V1J 1L3 Website: www.braunsflooring.com

Sports & Leisure

THURSDAY NOVEMBER ,  CONTACT US 250-785-5631 editor@ahnfsj.ca

ROUGH TAKE OFF FOR FSJ FLYERS

HEDIN’S HEROICS COME TO LIFE

SPORTS B2

ARTS B5

9224-100 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 3X2

PHONE: 250-785-0463

FAREWELL, OLD FRIEND

Promise aplenty at hockey challenge Dillon Giancola THE DILL ZONE

MATT PREPROST PHOTO

Demolition crews made quick work of the old gymnastics building in Fort St. John last week, tearing it down after a fire destroyed it in summer 2015.

World Under-17 Hockey Challenge

Canada ready to compete as world hits the ice sports@ahnfsj.ca

Plenty of talent to keep tabs on

In a country as hockeycrazed as Canada, it can seem near-impossible to narrow the pool of great 16-year-old players to just 66. But that was the task set before Hockey Canada and their team of scouts. Brad McEwen, Hockey Canada’s head scout, oversaw the process that began early in the summer. It began with inviting 111 kids to a camp where they were divided into six teams, with two teams in a cluster. From there, officials took the top 22 kids from each cluster and formed three teams—Canada Red, White and Black. The goal is to have three teams of equal strength than can all compete for gold. “We’re really excited about

this age group, there’s a lot of high end players. It’s going to be competitive and really interesting to watch,” McEwen said. One of the challenges— and this goes for all countries—is how quickly the teams can form an identity. To help, the young Canadians will have the same coaches who coached them in their respective clusters and teams at camp. This way, there is already that familiarity with coaching strategies, playing styles and abilities. “It’s starting to work fairly well, and we think that it will be a good process and give our teams a chance to have success when they get to the event,” McEwen said. Many of these players will

DILLON GIANCOLA

be the ones making up the NHL’s 2019 draft class. While it’s still early to tell who will be the top picks, rest assured there will be some names coming out of these three Canadian teams. From a competitive standpoint, McEwen is confident in the teams they put together and all that’s next is for them to go compete on the ice. “We got good players on all three teams, and good coaching staffs, so I’m really excited about what these teams can do. I think the hockey fans that are going to the event are in for a real treat to see some competitive Canadian teams.” Here’s a look at some of the top players on each Canadian team.

CANADA RED Peyton Krebs—Kootenay Ice • #1 pick in 2016 CHL draft • 10 assists and 13 points in 15 games Alexis Lafreniere—Rimouski Oceanic • 7 goals and 10 assists in 14 games

CANADA WHITE Taylor Gauthier—Prince George Cougars • GAA 2.97, Save % 0.892 Jakob Pelletier—Moncton Wildcats • 14 assists, 19 points in 17 games

CANADA BLACK Dawson Mercer— Drummondville Voltigeurs • 5 goals and 8 points Blake Murray—Sudbury Wolves • 5 goals and 9 points in 15 games

Huskies hit the road after statement win DILLON GIANCOLA sports@ahnfsj.ca

There’s nothing better than an old-fashioned blowout against a rival in sports. Especially if a team has already lost against the opponent, revenge is then so much sweeter. The Fort St. John Huskies beat the Dawson Creek Junior Canucks by a whopping score of 10-2 on Oct. 28, avenging their loss to the Canucks earlier this month, their lone loss of the season. With the win, the Huskies now sit at 6-1, in fourth place with 12 points. However, they have six games in hand on the first place Jr. Canucks, and are only five points back, so the standings are a little deceiving. “We played 60 minutes tonight and just stuck

DILLON GIANCOLA PHOTO

Christian Stokes wheels around a player en route to scoring a goal in the Huskies’ 10-2 blowout.

with our game plan all the way through and it really showed,” said assistant coach Todd Alexander. It was as complete a game that the Huskies

played all season, showing they deserve to be in the discussion of the best teams in the league, as early as it is. After just scoring three goals through two periods

but controlling the pace of play throughout, the pups erupted for seven goals in the third, chasing Dawson Creek goalie Drew Friesen from the net in the process. The Huskies showed that they can be a very dangerous team, and even produced two hat tricks on the night, by Sebastian Powsey and Joshua Robinson. Robinson only had two goals on the season before, but now sits second on the team in scoring with 10 points and five goals. “We feel really good, we knew what was up ahead of us, who we were playing against and definitely remembered what happened in Dawson Creek and did not want to repeat,” said Robinson. See HUSKIES on B4

haven’t been to many professional hockey games, probably no more than 10. That might actually seem like a lot, but considering I’ve spent plenty of time in Edmonton and Toronto, it really isn’t. I’ve been to way more MLB games and spend almost all of my life in MLB-less Alberta. But hockey games are awesome to watch—the speed, the crowds, the hits. It’s a great sport to see live. But, I also love watching football, basketball, and baseball live, so you may not trust my judgment. The world juniors are also awesome to watch live, if you ever get the chance. I went to a game once—I think it was Finland against U.S.A., not even Canada, but it was unreal. I wanted to go to more, but those games, especially the ones involving Canada, cost the big bucks, which I didn’t have, and so I didn’t go. Imagine my excitement then that I now live in a community that’s basically holding the world juniors, except the players are 16 instead of 17. I’m pretty stoked, obviously, about the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge. I’ve enjoyed watching the hockey that is here already, and even that is super fun and fast, and engaging to follow. I feel like this is partly because I never got to sit in the lower bowl, so I’m always surprised at how fast and hard hitting hockey truly is. It’s also cool that I get to cover the tourney, and can brag to my buddies that I got to talk and watch and take photos of that year’s number one draft pick, whomever that ends up being. I think everyone should go out to at least one game, especially if you are the least bit interested in sports. It doesn’t matter if it is one of the three Canadian teams, or even a game like Russia versus Sweden, which will be in Fort St. John on Nov. 5, the tournament’s opening day. That’s a fun game, right? It is a little bit of a bummer that only one of the Canadian teams will be playing their round robin here at the North Peace Arena, but what better opportunity to gather your own rooting interest and follow a player throughout the tournament. Pick a rising star like Peyton Krebs or Josh Williams from Canada Red and cheer for them if they make a quarterfinal game against Canada White or Black. It will pretty much be just like Fort St. John versus Dawson Creek, and who doesn’t love that? It’s just like Edmonton versus Calgary. Except I never went to those hockey games, just the Eskimos against the Stampeders and it sucked because we always got smoked. I hope to see you out there. Make sure you come say hi to the bald guy with the camera, and let’s cheer on these awesome players, who we don’t yet know, together. Dillon Giancola covers Peace Region sports for the Alaska Highway News. Email him at sports@ahnfsj.ca

#"//*45&3 %"840/ $3&&,

250.782.8589 1609 Alaska Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC

Bannisterford.com

This weeks customer is Blake Thiessen from Ft. St. John. Blake had waited a long time for the New 2018 F150 to arrive, and when they finally did; he talked to Cam to find him the perfect one and a deal was made! Why not get yourself a Bannister deal from Cam today?!

R0011355409

A “Family” Business with “Family” Values

B2 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Local Sports

Flyers slow to get off the ground Dillon giancola sports@ahnfsj.ca

It wasn’t the start to the season that the Fort St. John Flyers, or any team for that matter, would like. It was pretty much the opposite, as losing 7-0 to the division rival Grande Prairie Athletics is a rough way to start the 2017-18 campaign. The effort was there for the Flyers, as they were only outshot 33-31, but the bounces and second-chance opportunities were not, according to General Manager Lee Hartman. “I think the score was disappointing, but the play wasn’t horribly disappointing,” Hartman said. The Flyers won’t have much time to dwell on the loss as they are back on the road Thursday, Nov. 2 in Dawson Creek to take on the Senior Canucks. Unfortunately, the Flyers won’t have much practice time as they are losing most of their ice time due to the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge. “We’ll get on the ice in Dawson and take our lumps there, and see how we

do,” Hartman said. From there, the Canucks will travel to Falher to play the Pirates on Nov. 9. Hartman said Falher is set to have a good team this year as well and will be a strong challenge. The Flyers don’t play at home until Nov. 16, when they host the Pirates, and will finally get some ample ice time to practice. The team is future-focused, seeing the first couple games as an extension of the pre-season and an opportunity to build up to speed by mid-November. The game against the Athletics was the first time the Flyers played their set lines, as they saw the exhibition series against the Kelowna Sparta as a chance to get all the players into the games, even the ones who might not make the team. Even with all their forwards coming out to Grande Prairie for the first game, the Flyers still didn’t have a full team, as they only iced three defensemen. Hartman and coach Andrew Leriger were pleased with how the team played considering that, and felt good about the turnout overall.

MT Actions Photography

Head coach Andrew Leriger and his players look on during play against the Grande Prairie Athletics.

“We weren’t disappointed about the turnout for guys,” Hartman said. The game on Nov. 2 in Dawson Creek

is the first game for the Senior Canucks and the second overall game in the NPHL season.

World Under-17 Hockey Challenge

Team Canada Red to make run in Fort St. John Dillon giancola sports@ahnfsj.ca

For the second time in three years, the world is coming to the Peace Region. The stage is set, the rosters are in place, and all that’s left are for the teams to take the ice at the World Under-17 Hockey Challenge. The fun, competitive and fast-paced hockey tournament has been a joy to watch throughout its existence, and this year should be no different. One thing that has remained consistent is that anyone can win, as four different countries have won the last four versions of the tournament. The defending champs, Sweden, will R0021217976

look to repeat their win. The team they beat last year in the final, Canada Black, is in a different division than them this year, and they won’t face off until the medal rounds, if at all. But Canadian teams will certainly get their chance to dethrone Sweden. Playing in Fort St. John’s North Peace Arena for the round robin, Canada Red, Sweden, Russia and Finland will all be vying to be a top seed for the quarterfinals on Thursday, Nov. 9. Russia also won recently, winning the November tournament in 2014. Dawson Creek’s Encana Event Centre will get the majority of Canadian action, as both Canada Black and Canada White will be playing the round robin there.

The United States and Czech Republic will be the other two teams in their group. There are two recent champions here, as Canada White won the last time the tournament hit the Peace in 2015, and the United States won the January tournament in 2014. There will be key games to watch as soon as the tournament gets going. In Fort St. John, when things kick off on Nov. 5, Canada Red will test the waters against Finland at 2:30 p.m. In the evening at 7 p.m., Russia will try to avenge their 2013 finals loss to Sweden. In the south, fans will get treated to a fantastic showcase, as Canada Black takes on Canada White at 2:30 p.m. It is truly the best possible way to begin the

tournament. Sweden plays their first game against a Canadian team (Red) in the late game on Nov. 6, and Russia will take their shot at the red team the following night on Nov. 7. Fans will be treated to some big games in Dawson when Canada White plays the United States in the early game on Nov. 6, and Canada Black will play the Americans in the night game on Nov. 7. After a frantic start to the tournament, all eight teams will be off before the quarter-finals begin the medal rounds, on Nov. 9. There will be games next Thursday through Saturday to finish the tournament, with the gold and bronze medal games played in Dawson Creek.

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

This Week: Shriners Hospitals for Children Open

The Shriners Hospitals for Children Open is played in Las Vegas at the TPC at Summerlin. Carved from rugged desert on the Defending: Rod Pampling western outskirts of Las Vegas, Winning Score: 20-under par TPC Summerlin opened in 1991 Winning Share: $1,188,000 as a collaboration of Bobby Weed and two-time major champion Fuzzy Zoeller. The tournament was played over five rounds instead of the normal four until 2003. Charley Hoffman and Kevin Chappell, part of last month’s U.S. Presidents Cup, headline this week’s field along with two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson. TPC Summerlin Las Vegas, Nev. 7,223 yards, Par 71

Golf TV Schedule

Last Week: Justin Rose won the HSBC Champions

Justin Rose took advantage Tournament Results of a record-tying collapse by 1. Justin Rose Dustin Johnson and rallied Score: -14 Earnings: $1,660,000 from eight shots behind to T-2. Henrik Stenson win the HSBC Champions. Johnson, Score: -12 Earnings: $679,667 the world’s No. 1 player going for T-2. Brooks Koepka his third World Golf Championships Score: -12 title of the year, lost a six-shot lead Earnings: $679,667 T-2. Dustin Johnson that matched the largest blown lead Score: -12 in the final round on the PGA Tour. Earnings: $679,667 Rose finished at 14-under 274 for a two-shot victory over Johnson, Henrik Stenson and Brooks Koepka.

Golfing News

The Sanderson Farms PGA Event: Shriners Hospitals for Children Open Championship was held last Day Time Network week for PGA Tour players that Thu, 11/2 4:30pm-7:30pm GOLF did not qualify for the World Fri, 11/3 4:30pm-7:30pm GOLF Sat, 11/4 4:30pm-7:30pm GOLF Golf Championships HSBC Champions Sun, 11/5 3:30pm-6:30pm GOLF tournament. Ryan Armour won the Sanderson Farms Championship on Sunday Golf Trivia for his first PGA Tour title in 105 starts. Armour began the final day five clear and Which golfer has the record for the shot a bogey free 4-under par final round highest number of cuts made over the of 68 to win by five strokes over Chesson course of a career? Hadley. “It’s a big monkey off my back, I’m a) Jay Haas c) Raymond Floyd not going to lie,” said Armour. “There’s a lot b) Arnold Palmer d) Tom Kite of emotions running through my head. Part Answer: a) Jay Haas made the cut in a PGA Tour of me wants to fly home immediately and event 592 times during the course of his career. see my wife and kids.”

Lessons from the Golf Pro The chip-and-run shot is one of the most difficult parts of the game to master, yet it is the part of our game that we spend the least amount of time working on. This nonchalant approach to the chip shot is what separates the cream of the crop from the remainder of the field. Here are a few easy steps to practice whenever you have that difficult chip-and-run shot in front of you. Narrowing your stance is the first bit of advice. If you are a right-handed player, put more weight on your left foot to keep the loft out of your shot. When you are ready to take the shot, play the ball inside your right foot with your hands positioned ahead of the ball. Finally, make a putt-like motion, keeping your wrists firm and strike the ball with a clean, crisp stroke.

Player Profile

Justin Rose

Turned Professional: 1998 FedEx Cup Ranking: 3rd World Ranking: 6th PGA Tour Wins: 8

FedEx Cup Standings Through Oct. 29, 2017

1) Pat Perez

627 pts. / 2 top tens

2) Brendan Steele 556 pts. / 1 top tens

3) Justin Rose 550 pts. / 1 top tens

4) Justin Thomas 548 pts. / 1 top tens

5) Tony Finau 401 pts. / 1 top tens

FedEx Cup Standings continued... Player Points 6) Chesson Hadley 328 7) Marc Leishman 318 8) Keegan Bradley 309 9) Ryan Armour 300 10) Cameron Smith 295

PLACE YOUR AD HERE!

Top 10s 2 1 1 1 2

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 B3

LOCAL SPORTS

SHOWING OFF THEIR BLING

EYES ON THE PUCK

Flyers slow to get off the ground

SUPPLIED PHOTO

Skaters from the Fort St. John Figure Skating Club pose after the Autumn Leaves competition in Chilliwack on Oct. 21. Left to right: Addison Stone (finished fifth), Ashlyn Goertzen (fifth), Sophie Stevens (silver), Haley Patterson (fourth), Emma Stevens (fifth), Emma Shipalesky (silver), Jillian Stone (fourteenth).

DILLON GIANCOLA PHOTO

Goalie Tiana Brown of the Fort St. John Bantam B Flyers has her eyes on the puck during a game against the Grande Prairie Kings at the North Peace Arena on Oct. 28. It was a tough game for the Flyers, however, as they lost 7-1.

Inconnu slowly ramping up action DILLON GIANCOLA sports@ahnfsj.ca

Having been in the pool for a month, the Inconnu Swim Club members are ready to start competing. Last weekend, on Oct. 28, 31 swimmers participated in the first Inconnu time trial of the year. “It was a really good thing for the swimmers as we try to get them ready for competition,” said head coach Steve Carson. Eight new swimmers who have never competed before participated in the trials. The purpose was to show

the coaches where each kid needs to improve going forward. Carson said they weren’t concerned about the times, but rather that the kids were doing the skills correctly. The coaches also asked the officials for as many disqualification slips as possible, to show the kids where they made mistakes and to identify and correct them early on in the season. “Disqualification is not a bad thing, but a good thing. It helps re-enforce what they did wrong and lets the kids know that, and shows them they need to work harder,” Carson said.

PROUD SPONSOR OF HOCKEY CANADA People who know, know BDO.SM Assurance | Accounting | Tax | Advisory www.bdo.ca

Inconnu also sent seven swimmers to Prince George for a Swim B.C. camp over the weekend. 2012 Olympic swimmer Alec Page was brought in to talk to the kids about his experience competing, and showing them what it takes to succeed. “The kids were hearing things that we’ve taught them before, but coming from a fresh voice it really resonated with them,” Carson said. Next up, the club is headed to Grande Prairie this weekend for a meet, and will be competing every two weeks from here until Christmas.

NPSS sports There were no NPSS teams in action last weekend, as they all had the weekend off to gear up for provincials, regionals and zones. The Cross Country Team is headed to provincials at Jericoh Beach in Vancouver this weekend, Nov. 3rd and 4th. Dustin Bowes, Allison Ostle and Jaime McPherson are the runners participating. The Junior Volleyball team is headed to Ron Pettigrew Christian School in Dawson Creek to play for the chance to go to zones. The qualifying teams will be sent to zones in Prince George.

B4 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

LOCAL SPORTS

DIY fitness starts at home, not the gym

ym memberships are expensive, and gyms can be very intimidating when you first start going. Also, with winter pretty much here it is nice to not have to leave the house if you don’t have to. I wanted to create a workout that you can do with no equipment, in your own house, and that you can modify to fit your fitness level. Remember to listen to your body and modify the exercise or repetitions if you need. If you are unsure of what an exercise is, Google and YouTube have a huge variety of videos and explanations.

Main: Repeat each group of 3 exercises 2-4 times. Try not to rest during each group. Give yourself 1 minute of rest between each group.

Stephenie Sutherland HEALTH HACKS

Drink water before, during, and after any physical activity. Warm Up: • Jumping Jacks x30 • Pretend Jump Rope x1 minute (or use an actual jump rope if you have one) • High Knees x20 • Repeat once more, or until you are warm, starting with jumping jacks.

• Push ups, any variety, x15 • Jump Squats x20 • Shoulder taps in a plank position x20 • Burpees x15 • Mountain Climbers x30 seconds •Tricep Dips (from the floor no bench is needed unless you want it) x20 • Tuck jumps x10 •Lying hip raises x20 (hold

GAME WINNING MEASUREMENT

for 3 seconds and the top of each hip raise) • Toe taps x30 • Curtsy xunges x10 each side • Lying side leg lifts x15 each side • Plank x30-45 seconds Cooldown: Stretch your quads, hamstrings, calves, shoulders, triceps, and glutes. Again, Google and YouTube have lots of stretch options. Please let me know if you would like to see some more of these types of plans. Please

SCORES NWJHL STANDINGS TEAM GP W L OL TP Canucks 13 8 4 1 17 Navs. 10 7 3 0 14 Kings 11 6 4 1 13 Huskies 7 6 1 0 12 Flyers 8 4 4 0 8 Vipers 12 3 8 1 7 Blades 9 1 8 0 2

ENCANA EVENTS CENTRE • DAWSON CREEK, B.C. – NORTH PEACE ARENA • FORT ST. JOHN, B.C.

starts Nov. 5

TICKETS: TIGERBOXOFFICEPLUS.CA

November 5-11, 2017 / 5-11 novembre 2017

Canada Red(CAN-R) Fin(FINLAND)

Russia(RUS) Sweden(SWE)

PHONE: 250-785-0463

Upcoming Games Regular Season Flyers at Senior Canucks November 2, 8:30 p.m. Flyers at Pirates November 9, 8:30 p.m. NAMHL RESULTS

Huskies 10, Canucks 2 October 28

Trackers 2, Sherwood Park Oilers 1 October 28

Huskies at Blades November 4, 8 p.m. NPHL RESULTS Athletics 7, Flyers 0 October 28

XTERRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP TRIATHLON Maui October 29 Tate Haugan 1st in 15-19 age group 30th overall Time: 2:54:41 GOT SPORTS NEWS? SPORTS@AHNFSJ.CA

Pups look to play their game HUSKIES FROM B1

#Worldu17

NORTH PEACE ARENA FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. GROUP B

9224-100 Street, Fort St. John, V1J 3X2

Peace River Royals 2, Trackers 1 October 27

Huskies at Vipers November 3, 8 p.m.

DILLON GIANCOLA PHOTO

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.

NWJHL RESULTS

Upcoming Games

Bernice Chmelyk and Nathan Rosie measure a rock at the end of a game during the Fort St. John Curling Club’s opening bonspiel on Oct. 28. The game between the Chmelyk and Rosie rinks came down to the skips drawing to the button, with Rick Chmelyk throwing the best rock. The Lindner rink won the A final, Jackie Carew Real Estate Group won the B final, the Kelly rink won the C, and the Marshall rink won the D final.

remember to listen to your body; everybody has different fitness levels and that is ok, you have to start somewhere. I am not a personal trainer (yet), but I have years of training experience and these are the kind of plans that I use in the gym. They keep it fun, and they are easy to switch up.

As the team hits the road now for four games due to the Under 17 World Hockey Challenge, both Robinson and Alexander feel good about the team’s chances going forward. “It was a big statement, definitely showed the league that we’re back and I feel we have a pretty good shot. Who knows what the future holds,” Robinson said. “It will be nice to get on the road a little bit and see what we’re made of. We just want to play the same way we did tonight, we want to possess the puck

and don’t want to chase it around,” Alexander said. The Huskies are coming off a stretch in which they only played two games in four weekends, but the time off was welcomed as they were down some players and were trying to heal bodies. As they head into Sexsmith and Beaverlodge next weekend to take on the bottom two teams in the standings, they have a good shot to add some wins and continue to improve on their play. On the season, they have already beaten Beaverlodge 9-4 and Sexsmith 6-1.

ENCANA EVENTS CENTRE DAWSON CREEK, B.C. GROUP A Canada Black(CAN-B) Canada White(CAN-W)

Czech Rep. (CZE) United States(USA)

EXHIBITION

THURSDAY, NOV. 2, 2017 14:30 —

CAN-B – FIN

F.S.J. 14:30

–

CZE – SWE

D.C.

19:00 —

CAN-W – RUS

F.S.J. 19:00

–

CAN-R – USA

D.C.

SCHEDULE

SUNDAY, NOV. 5, 2017 14:30 B

CAN-R – FIN

F.S.J. 14:30

CAN-B – CAN-W

D.C.

19:00 B

RUS – SWE

F.S.J. 19:00

USA – CZE

D.C.

14:30 B

FIN – RUS

F.S.J. 14:30

CAN-W – USA

D.C.

19:00 B

SWE – CAN-R

F.S.J. 19:00

CZE – CAN-B

D.C.

MONDAY, NOV. 6, 2017

TUESDAY, NOV. 7, 2017 14:30 B

SWE – FIN

F.S.J. 14:30

CZE – CAN-W

D.C.

19:00 B

RUS – CAN-R

F.S.J. 19:00

USA – CAN-B

D.C.

THURSDAY, NOV. 9, 2017 14:30

QUARTER-FINAL

F.S.J. 14:30

QUARTER-FINAL

D.C.

19:00

QUARTER-FINAL

F.S.J. 19:00

QUARTER-FINAL

D.C.

13:30

PLACEMENT

F.S.J. 14:30

PLACEMENT

D.C.

18:00

SEMIFINAL

F.S.J. TBD

SEMIFINAL

D.C.

GOLD

D.C.

FRIDAY, NOV. 10, 2017

SATURDAY, NOV. 11, 2017 TBD

BRONZE

D.C.

TBD

EXHIBITION FANATIC PACKAGE* $10 (Includes Exhibition Game Ticket, Small Pop, and Small Popcorn) Available For Dawson Creek and Fort St. John *Per Game/City POMEROY PRESENTS FAMILY FUN DAY BOGO PACKAGE* Sunday November 5th Preliminary Games Buy One Get One Free - $15 and receive 2 tickets! Available For Dawson Creek and Fort St. John*Prices Per Game/City. While Quantities Last. POMEROY PRESENTS FAMILY FUN DAY PACKAGE* Sunday November 5th Preliminary Games $20.00 (Includes 2 Tickets and 2 Large Popcorn) Available for Dawson Creek and Fort St. John *Prices Per Game/City. While Quantities Last. SINGLE TICKETS* Exhibition Game Ticket – $5 • Preliminary Game Ticket – $15 • Quarter-Final Tickets – $20 • Placement Game Ticket – $20 DILLON GIANCOLA PHOTO

TICKETS & PACKAGES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE FRIDAY OCTOBER 13, 2017@ 1 PM TIGERBOXOFFICEPLUS.CA

The Huskies celebrate one of their 10 goals in Oct. 28’s blowout win. The Huskies wore their special pink jerseys on the night for cancer awareness, and raised $2364.25 to donate to the Canadian Cancer Society.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 B5

arts & culture

hearts in perfect time

eve petford Photo

Fort St. John—City of love? Linda Thornton and Albe Pickard take a moment to enjoy a moment.

Local premiere set for film celebrating life of Charlie Lake hero Gustaf Hedin A date has been set for the local premiere of a documentary celebrating the life and times of Gustaf Hedin, the hero of the Charlie Lake disaster in 1942. Filmmaker Viktoria Sahl will be in Fort St. John Friday, Nov. 10 for a pair of screenings of The Swedish Trapper at the Fort St. John North Peace Museum. The 30-minute film charts the life of Hedin, who is remembered for his heroics trying to save 17 American soldiers from drowning after strong winds swamped their boat on Charlie Lake on May 14, 1942. The soldiers were carrying equipment and supplies across the lake as part of their job building the Alaska Highway—twelve men died and only five survived, and a memorial honouring the victims and the accident was established at the lake. The first screening will take place at 7 p.m., with a second screening at 8:30. There will be a question and answer session with Sahl and one of her crew members after each screening. Those wanting to see the film must pre-register with the museum by calling 250787-0430. Each viewing can accommodate up to 70 people.

City wants feedback on recreation programming

Above: A video still from a teaser trailer for The Swedish Trapper. Right: Filmmaker Viktoria Sahl.

Chronicling Hedin’s life took Sahl and her filmmaking partners Elin Jonsson and Matilda Blom on an international mission, visiting Canada, Australia, and Tasmania as they retraced Hedin’s footsteps and life of adventure. Animator Charlotte Sköld was brought on to visualize and bring Hedin’s exploits to life. The film, which had its world premiere in Sweden in May, features interviews with historian and city councillor Larry Evans and other locals about how Hedin lived his life as a trapper along the lake. To learn more, visit facebook. com/theswedishtrapper.

The City of Fort St. John is developing an active living community development strategy and is looking for input from residents. The city has launched a survey to gauge how often residents use city programming,

attend city events, some of the barriers they face accessing programming, what types of programming they’d like to see offered, and more. Take the survey by visiting fortstjohn.ca/recreation-programs.

LANDMARK CINEMAS 5 AURORA FSJ CURRENT MOVIE LISTINGS FROM NOVEMBER 3 TO NOVEMBER 9

THOR: RAGNAROCK Nightly: 7:00, 7:30 3D, 10:15 3D, 10:30 Matinees: 12:30 3D, 1:00, 3:45, 4:15 3D

BAD MOMS CHRISTMAS Nightly: 6:45, 9:35 Matinees: 1:15, 4:00

JIGSAW Nightly: 7:15, 9:55 Matinees: 1:30, 4:30

UNIT 2000, 9600 - 93 AVE, FORT ST. JOHN, BC PH: 250-785-8811 (MOVIE INFO LINE) WWW.LANDMARKCINEMAS.COM/FORT-ST-JOHN

ONLY THE BRAVE Nightly: 6:30, 9:45

MY LITTLE PONY Matinees 12:45, 3:30

B6 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Classifieds Announcements

Announcements

Fort St. John Pilot Project Public Advisory Group Notice of Membership: 2017 PUBLIC ADVISORY GROUP MEMBER

vacant vacant

INTEREST AREA

Commercial Recreation Representative Commercial Recreation Alternate

Jim McKnight

Forest Contractors / Workers Representative

Ron Wagner

Labour Representative

vacant

Oil & Gas Industry Representative

vacant Budd Phillips Roy Lube Les Christianson Jack Trask

Urban Communities Alternate Non-commercial Recreation - �ishing, hunting Representative Outdoor Recreation - non-consumptive Representative Outdoor Recreation Alternate

Natalie Clarke Andy Ackerman Rob Fraser Karen Goodings Lyle Mortenson Roslyn Notseta George Desjarlais Carl Pouce Coupe John Stokmans

Nanny/Live-in Caregiver required for 4 children ages 8, 6, 3, & 5 months. Full-Time Livein only. Duties include: Care for the younger children at home. Make beds and do laundry. Light house cleaning. Working hours 8am-4pm Monday-Friday Weekends off. $10.25/hr or $1640/mth. Must speak English. Related Experience necessary. Prefer high school graduate or someone with higher education and/or caregiver training. Call 250219-2291/250-4679112 or email: salverene01@yahoo.com

Reach almost 2 million people in 101 papers for only $395/week for a 25-word text ad, or $995/week for a formatted display ad communityclassifieds.ca 1-866-669-9222

Book by province or whole country and save over 85%!

Rural Communities Representative Rural Communities Alternate Halfway River First Nation Representative Prophet River First Nation Representative Halfway River First Nation Alternate West Moberly First Nation Representative Doig River First Nation Representative Saulteau First Nation Representative

General employment

South Peace Historical Society Meetings Third Wednesday of the month. In Dawson Creek at the Calvin Kruk Centre Archives Room at 2 pm.

Mike was born April 27, 1959 in Fort St John, BC and passed away peacefully at home in Horburg, AB on October 25, 2017, in the company of friends and family. Mike is survived by his father Ralph, brothers Danny(Yvonne), Gary, Rubin (Candace), and sister Becky (Jamie), nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his mother Joan, and his brother Blake. Mike lived life by his rules and he made his own memories and shared both the good and bad times with many friends. Mike started work at a very young ageworking up from the floor of a drilling rig to Drilling Consultant for companies in BC, Alberta, South East Asia and in the Middle East. He worked hard and played hard, hunting elk, packing in the hills, fishing and river boating. He liked nothing better than reliving those times around a good campfire with friends.

WEDNESDAYS: COMPUTER INFORMATION -Seniors Computer Club - Dawson CO-OP Bistro 1:15pm 250-782-4668 for more information

Career OppOrtunities MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1855-768-3362 to start training for your workat-home career today!

SUNDAYS: FAMILY TREE HELP - Peace Country Roots Group Meeting - Fourth Sunday of each Month at the CALVIN KRUK CENTRE in Dawson Creek 1:30pm

Announcements

THIS IS WHERE YOUR AD SHOULD BE

Energy Services – Oilfield Chemicals group located in Shaunavon, SK. The Together, we’reis taking further. Sales Representative primarily energy responsible for maintaining established accounts and to identify and develop new market opportunities in a Nalco Champion, an Ecolab Company, has an immediate strategic growth area for Nalco Champion. This position would provide need for aopportunity Customer Delivery Specialist our Energy an excellent to learn all facets of oil & gas in production as well Services – GlobaltoSupply located in Fort St. John, as the opportunity enhancegroup and display communication skillsBC. through every level of the key customer’s personnel.

You are a dedicated Driver with a proven track

Other responsibilities include: record of success in: • Engage in prospecting activities to create opportunities • On-time for sales. and safe delivery of products ••Manage programsskills and field Strongchemical interpersonal applications. • Labour intense and Safety • Resolve chemical and system problems

Please apply on-line to:

R0011352370

To join our dynamic team, please apply www.ecolab.com or on line: http://jobs.ecolab.com or email tanya.ring@ecolab.com mike.davidson@ecolab.com

R0011352389

New In Town... Getting Married... Had A Baby... New in Business...

Carolynn Theoret 250-262-0078 Baby You Should Call

IndustrIal/ CommerCIal LegaL/PubLic Notices

LegaL/PubLic Notices

Burger King Fort St John is hiring Crew (Starting $12), Supervisors (Starting at $15), Assistant Manager (Starting at $17) and Managers (Starting $18.75). Previous experience an asset, but not necessary as Crew will be trained. Business management, training, schooling is an asset for Supervisors, assistant managers and Managers. Please send resumes to bkfsjco@gmail.com

For Sale MiSc SAWMILLS from only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1800-566-6899 Ext:400OT

Get up to $50,000 from the Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know Have any of these Conditions? ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, Diabetes, Difficulty Walking, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing...and Hundreds more. ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. CALL THE BENEFITS PROGRAM 1-(800)211-3550

Sensitive roles

If you are a dedicated Account Manager Thisa is yourtrack opportunity to join with proven record of safety and a large growing company offering success we invite you to apply. This is your opportunity to join a large growing competitive base salary and company benefits.offering competitive base salary and benefits.

General employment

HealtH & Beauty

OppOrtunities OppOrtunities OppOrtunities Nalco Champion has an immediate need for an Account Manager in our

If you think you’re a fit for any of our listed positions, please email us your resume with 3 work related references today!

If you think you’re a fit for any of our listed positions, bring your resume with 3 work-related references to our office today!

Saturday, Nov. 4th: 1:00pm Dawson Creek Royal Canadian Legion Branch# 141 will host its Monthly General Meeting located at900-102nd Ave, (side entrance) across 9th Street from Lakeview Credit Union).Plans will be will be finalized for the Remembrance Day Ceremonies. All members are urged to attend.

midstream and downstream oil and gas operations. Through onsite At Mike’s a private familytechnologies, service we deliver problem solving and therequest application of innovative sustainable solutionswill to overcome challenges be held complex at a later date. in the world’s toughest energy frontiers. Together, we’re taking energy further. Career Career Career

Shop Hand - Our clients, an independent overhaul facility in Fort St. John, BC are currently seeking a Shop Hand to start with their team. This is a full time, permanent position to be filled immediately. Duties will include cleaning parts and assisting in the shop when needed. Candidates should be mechanically inclined and have all their safety tickets. Some requirements needed are: H2S, WHMIS, First Aid, Valid Driver's License, and some mechanical experience is considered an asset.

10139 101 Ave. Fort St. John, BC V1J 2B4 | p. 250.785.8367 | f. 250.785.4795 | www.macenna.com e. apply@macenna.com IndustrIal/ IndustrIal/ IndustrIal/ IndustrIal/ CommerCIal CommerCIal CommerCIal CommerCIal

Rolla WI & Community Annual Roast Beef Supper November 11th at the Rolla Hall 4:30pm- 7:00pm Adults: $15, Children 7-12: $10 & 6 & Under: Free

Mike found a place he loved in Misty Valley, AB, where he bought a property and built a log home. He spent a lot of time there with his good friends, the Crowley and Donner families, who were so good to him both before his illness Together, Taking and duringWe’re his battle withEnergy cancer. Further™ Mike believed that it was the little moments that make lifea big, andfocus livedonhis life Nalco Champion, an Ecolab company, offers singular providing specialty chemistryaccordingly. programs and related services for upstream,

Accounts Receivable Clerk - Do you like to work in a busy office and have a variety of work to do? This may be a situation just for you! Our clients in Fort St. John, BC, are seeking to fill a part time Accounts Receivable role. The successful candidate will be responsible for the receivables, data entry, some filing, posting and other duties as assigned. Candidates should have 35 years experience with receivables and very strong Excel skills. This position is to be filled immediately!

•

Save the Dates July 13, 5:00 pm to July 15, 2017 at 3:30 pm for the 24rd 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 2018 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!

Urban Communities Representative

•

GET RESULTS!

KNIT NIGHT: Thursdays at Faking Sanity Cafe in Dawson Creek6:30 to 8:30 PM.

SATURDAYS: LEARN YOUR ROOTS - Genealogy information NAR PARK ROOTS BUILDING 10:00am peacecountryroots.ca

Oil & Gas Operator - Our clients, a large oil and gas corporation, are currently looking for experienced plant operators. This will be a camp position with a shift of 8/6. The camp is located just outside of Fort St. John, BC and will have a cook. There is no fly in/out option, so applicant must have a reliable way to get to and from Fort St. John. Candidates chosen for interviews will have good experience in the oil field and will be eager, goal orientated individuals. They must be able to work and troubleshoot on their own. Flying, quading and skidooing will be required, so experience is needed.

•

LegaL/PubLic Notices

Domestic Help WanteD

Trapping Alternate

Looking for a new opportunity? Submit your resume today!

•

LegaL/PubLic Notices

THIS IS WHERE YOUR AD SHOULD BE

Coming EvEnts

Trapping Representative

The FSJ Pilot Participants would like to thank the members of the Fort St. John Pilot Project’s Public Advisory Group (PAG) for their valuable ongoing contributions in updating the local values and goals for Sustainable Forest Management (SFM), and reviewing and commenting on local forest management activities. Their efforts have been instrumental in the maintenance of the CSA Sustainable Forest Management Certification of the Pilot Project Participants in the Fort St. John Timber Supply Area. There are currently opportunities to join the Public Advisory Group. If you are interested in participating, or receiving more information on the progress in achieving SFM requirements, please contact Darrell Regimbald (250 787-3651, darrell.regimbald@canfor.com) or visit our website at http://www.fsjpilotproject.com/ 48479

•

Coming EvEnts

Range Alternate

Ray Ensz

General employment

The Lois Foster 10 Annual Art Show (and sale) (Senior) Nov 10 11am-7pm, Nov 11 10am-6pm. Quality Inn Grand Hotel Plaza 1 Many artists and crafter’s.

Announcements

Michael Bruce Dressler

Range Representative

Dave Harris

Announcements

Dana Dell (Van Somer) is giving notice to Wesley Belcourt an application to obtain an order for guardianship of the children, new court date is February 19, 2018 Kwadacha Provincial Court, case #1724.

Environment / Conservation Representative

vacant

Announcements

41305538/23OC-3NOc

Announcements

250-785-5631 classifieds@ahnfsj.ca

Book Your Ad Now!

LegaL/PubLic Notices

Career OppOrtunities

Ultimate Shiatsu. direct insurance billing. 9am-7pm everyday. FSJ 250-264-2322

Business OppOrtunities CASH O MATIC Profit Centers - 10 Times Better Than Vending. Perfect All Cash Business for the Whole Family Plus Raise?s Money for Breast Cancer Research. Full Details CALL NOW 1 866 668 6629 Website www.sweetsforacause.com Convenience Store Opportunity - Moberly Lake, BC. Please contact Michael Butte at mbutte@gasplusinc.com

Career OppOrtunities

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land

Take notice that BC Hydro and Power Authority has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Northeast Region, for a Temporary Licence of Occupation situated on Provincial Crown land located at Peace River, Peace River District. The Lands File for this application is 8015959. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to Authorization Officer, Northeast Region, MFLNRO, at 100-10003-110th Avenue, Fort St. John, BC V1J 6M7, (250) 787-3415 Comments will be received by MFLNRO up to December 13, 2017 MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit the website at www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information and a map of the application area or send comments directly to: AuthorizingAgency.FortStJohn@gov.bc.ca A Government decision for this application is expected on or after December 13, 2017 Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. Access to these records requires the submission of a Freedom of Information (FOI) request. Visit http://www.gov.bc.ca/freedomofinformation to learn more about FOI submissions.

FIELD HSER ADVISOR Kelt Exploration (LNG) Ltd

is currently seeking applications for the position of a Field HSER Advisor. Only qualified individuals with Safety Management Certificate or Degree and extensive upstream operating experience will be considered. This Advisor will be positioned in Fort St John, BC with occasional travel to Grande Prairie field office and or Calgary when required. The role is part of the Operations Team and will report directly to the Corporate HSE Coordinator and work closely with the field operations including drilling, completions and construction. The candidate must be a self-starter and have the ability to work with minimal supervision and be responsible for participating in the overall growth of Kelt through engagement in the Health, Safety and Environment group. 48458 Please Send Resumes To:

careers@keltexploration.com

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017 B7

Classifieds Arctic Duct Cleaning, Furnace & duct cleaning, Chimney sweep. 250-787-7217 (FSJ)

GET RESULTS! Post a classified in 101 newspapers in just a few clicks. Reach almost 2 million people for only $395 a week for 25-word text ad or $995 for small display ad. Choose your province or all across Canada. Best value. Save over 85% compared to booking individually. www.communityclassifieds.ca or 1-866-6699222. PLACE YOUR AD IN THE

31 85-56 50-7 5-3522 2 : h P 8 50-7 Fx: 2

LegaL/PubLic Notices

Mobile/Manufactured HoMes for sale

CRIMINAL RECORD? Why suffer Employment/Licensing loss? Travel/Business opportunities? Be embarrassed? Think: Criminal Pardon. US Entry Waiver. Record Purge. File Destruction. Free Consultation 1-800-3472540. accesslegalmjf.com

NEW 2017 MANUFACTURED HOMES starting under $80,000 delivered! Best Buy Homes Kelowna www.bestbuyhousing.com - Canada’s largest in-stock home selection, quick delivery, custom factory orders, new parks! Text/call 250-7652223.

ApArtments/ Condos for

Real estate seRvices

CommerCial

SuiteS For rent

2 UNDEVELOPED PROPERTIES - Prince George, BC. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, Nov. 16 in Prince George. 1.67+/- and 4.17+/Title Acres. Zoned RS2/AG. Steve Martin: 250-612-8522; Realtor: Tom Moran PREC*: 250-784-7090; Brokerage - Re/Max Dawson Creek Realty; rbauction.com/realestate.

FOR RENT: 1 Acre Fenced Commercial Yard in Dawson Creek Located Behind LP. Power Can Be Available. $1000./Month 403598-1918

Large 2 bedroom suite for rent in home FSJ includes fenced backyard, parking F& B, utilities, all appliances inc. Dishwasher, laundry room. $1400 month to month. 250-789-9127 email blueyodellers20050yahoo.ca

Real estate seRvices

R0011352381

Business services

Li-Car Management Group

We have a variety of apartments, town homes, executive homes, and duplexes for rent. To apply for these,please email reception@licar.ca or visit our website at www.licar.ca

Phone: 250-785-2662

AND MAYBE SOMEONE WILL

CIRCLE YOUR AD!

UNDEVELOPED PROPERTY - Prince George, BC. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, Nov. 16 in Prince George. 1.47+/Title Acres. Located in McMillan Park. Steve Martin: 250-612-8522; Realtor: Tom Moran PREC*: 250-784-7090; Brokerage - Re/Max Dawson Creek Realty; rbauction.com/realestate.

250-785-5631 classifieds@ahnfsj.ca

Book Your Ad Now!

Rooms

Hay/Bales For sale

Furnished or Unfurnished Rooms/Private Bath. Pouce Coupe. From $550/month Includes Utilities/Cable/ Laundry Facilities. Call 604-226-7384

SuiteS For rent For Rent: FURNISHED SMALL SUITE in Dawson Creek, Downtown. WiFi & Internet. Phone: 250-782-7042

Round Bales: Mixed Alfalfa/ Clover/Brome/ Timothy/Grass. 800900 lbs. Groundbirch area. 250-780-2306. Steel BuildingS / granarieS STEEL BUILDING SALE ... PRICED TO SELL!i 20X23 $5,998. 25X27 $6,839. 30X33 $8,984. One End Wall Included. Bonus Drill/Impact Driver Combo Kit Included. Check Out www.pioneersteel.ca for more prices. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036

THIS IS WHERE YOUR AD SHOULD BE

EVE PETFORD PHOTO

Finnley Chauvin, 4, proved to be a huge fan favourite at Burn N Mahn on Oct. 20.

Getting Long in the Tooth— Caring for Senior Horses

ore horses are living into their 20s and 30s, and some into their 40s. Many horses age gracefully, but this shouldn’t be taken for granted. With proper preventative care, you can make the most out of your equine friend’s golden years. Responding to aging changes early generally makes them more manageable than waiting to try and tackle them once they are full-blown issues. A good starting point is establishing a baseline. Know what your horse’s normal temperature, heart rate, and respiratory rate are at rest. Get an idea of what their weight is by using a weight tape and learn how to assess their body condition score. It is also helpful to take pictures from several angles you can refer to. Most age-related changes are gradual and may not be noticed easily when you see the animals daily. Annual veterinary wellness exams including oral exams are recommended. Blood work to check organ function or to check for certain diseases may also be a good idea. Good dental care is important in all horses, but even more so in senior horses. As horses age, they becomes less efficient at using the nutrients in their food. If they have problems chewing or grinding their feed, this makes matters worse. Senior horses are prone to loose or missing teeth and developing irregular chewing surfaces. Catching and dealing with these issues early can prevent oral infections, pain, weight loss, some forms of colic, and certain

episodes of choke. Some senior horses may need semi-annual or even more frequent oral exams and dental floating to keep their teeth at their best. Maintaining a healthy weight is also important for senior horses. Thin horses can indicate dental issues, a parasite burden, or inappropriate diet. The best diet option for horses with good teeth and that are not at risk for laminitis is good grass pasture. In the Peace, that window of time is narrow – so when pasture is not available, good quality grass hay is recommended. Soaked beet pulp and special senior feed may also be necessary. While many people take action when they feel their horses are too thin, it is just as important to ensure they do not become overweight. Excess weight can put your horse at increased of risk for many health issues such as laminitis (AKA founder), and can worsen conditions like arthritis. Body wear and tear goes hand in hand with the aging process, but is more obvious in certain individuals. Arthritis is common in senior horses, and a big goal is keeping them serviceably sound. Regular mild exercise is actually better than being confined. There are also a range of joint supplements available. Choosing which ones are right for your horse is something to discuss with your veterinarian. Prudent use of antiinflammatory pain medications may also be helpful. —Dr. Kim Jones, North Peace Veterinary Clinic

House

of the

JACOBSEN

The Jacobsen is a totally contemporary single-level plan with two distinct wings that wrap around a central courtyard with a large pool at center. The central courtyard can be enjoyed whether you're in the owners' suite, foyer, dining room, kitchen or living room. Stucco columns and raised stucco trim accent the gently arched openings of the lofty entry and two front windows, each filled with a sparkling expanse of glass. Inside the majestic vaulted foyer, an abundance of natural light spills down through two arched transoms (front and rear). More washes in through double atrium doors that provide a view of, as well as access to, the pool. Family gathering spaces and a utility room are to the left; sleeping quarters are to the right. The room closest to the entry could be used as a home office, den, library, or whatever is needed. Dining room, kitchen and living room flow together, in a large room where stepped ceiling variations help define the

spaces. Kitchen features include built-in appliances, a walk-in pantry, a garden window, and a large work island rimmed by a raised eating bar. Laundry appliances and a powder room are just around the corner, off a hallway that links the kitchen to a twocar garage. The utility room is larger than most. A built-in desk on one side could house the family computer or a sewing machine, and the long counter next to the broom closet is perfect for folding clothes. The Jacobsen's owners' suite boasts an exceptionally deep walk-in closet, plus a skylit bathroom with a shower, double vanity and separately enclosed toilet. Secondary bedrooms share yet another bathroom. Associated Designs is the original source for the Jacobsen 30-397. For more information or to view other designs, visit www.AssociatedDesigns. com or call 800-634-0123.

Pool Equip.

Pool 14' x 30'

Patio

Owners’ Suite 13' x 15'10''

Living 19' x 17'4''

Kitchen Covered Patio Dining 12'6'' x 14'4''

Vaulted Foyer

Utility Porch

Vaulted Den/ Bedroom 11'10'' x 11'8''

Bedroom 14'2'' x 13'

Jacobsen

PLAN 30-397

Garage 28' x 22'10''

Living Area 2261 sq.ft. Garage 720 sq.ft. Dimensions 74'6''x 78'6'' 2000 SERIES

www.AssociatedDesigns.com

Arlen Brekkaas REDUCED

$275,000

• 55+ townhouse living • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • garage and basement for extra space

ACTION REALTY DIRECT - 785-1234 CELL - 793-2438 OFFICE - 785-5520

$299,900

• Modern plan and colours, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • Nice residential area and walking distance to amenities

REDUCED

$289,900 • Clean & tidy! • Close to amenities

• Large lot with good access

$309,900

• 1 bedroom, 2 bath • lots of upgrades recently including furnace, paint, flooring, and a bunch of basement finishing too! • close to shopping and walking distance to school

$389,900

• one block from Bert Ambrose and Kin Park • 3 bedrooms, 3 baths • Privacy and family!

$39,900

• Lots of recent renos • big yard space with good fence • lots of space to park and play too!

$329,900

• 3 bdrm 2 bath • Shiny new with yard space • Full warranty here

$559,900

4 bedrooms, 3 baths • full, finished basement • nearly 3500 sq.ft. of living space

$239,900 • 3 bedrooms, 2 bath • within 5 blocks of 3 schools, easy access to public transit

• • • •

$625,000

5 bedroom, 3 bath 2,818 sq. ft. huge RV parking area and a cul-de-sac lot garage that fits a good-sized truck

$434,900 • Finch area estate styling • Double garage and well landscaped yard •Modern and easy, this is a home to call your own.

$252,900

• 2 bedrooms, 2 bath • Appliances Included Washer/Dryer Combo, Stove • Underground parking

B8 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2017

arts & culture

WINTER BOOTS NOW IN STOCK DROP BY AND CHECK OUT OUR

eve petford Photos

Death arrived as a giant to the Lido’s Nightmare on 100th on Oct. 28. Brent Marshall went all UP as a 9-foot entity of the after world…

NO NEED TO PURCHASE YOUR FOOTWEAR ONLINE WE HAVE A GREAT SELECTION TO CHOOSE FROM

Dawson Co-op Mall • Phone: 250-782-8283 Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM • Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Rotarians at Work

R0021356769

RipsShoeRenu.com • ripsshoerenu@shaw.ca

The Hair Bin was busy readying Viking Queens and all sorts of Halloween beauties for the many parties around town. Pirkko Poikonen got ready to be the Viking Raven Queen, a throw out to her heritage and culture.

Stop Hunger Now is one of the many projects that Rotarians work with our community to do good in the world.

What A YEAR!

ing Services A&D Account ocation Advantage Rel g & Service tin AV Tech Hea s Ltd raulic Service Bearing & Hyd es Ltd nc lia pp re and A itu rn Fu s g’ in B lhouse Brown’s Socia Services Ltd d Cariboo Roa ss Ltd Cut Thumb Gla Dairy Queen oke Dr Spitz/Dr Bro e Mufﬂer ut in M Elite Auto/ tion Emco Corpora ist or Fl Enchanted ric (1975) Ltd. ct le E Ericksons fe Fitness For Li ring Group Inc ee in Force Eng Fountain Tire ise G Tech Enterpr ctronics le E er Gearjamm Glacier Glass n Oil Change Great Canadia ction Ltd Brokers Hegge Constru ton Insurance ar B l na io at rn Hub Inte 007) Ltd Hyper Toys (2 ces Loquinn Servi a LP Canad Auto Electric McLevin Bros.

Rotary

Club of Dawson Creek

Meets Tuesdays, NOON At The GEORGE DAWSON INN

Rotary

Club of Dawson Creek Sunrise

Meets Fridays, 7:00 a.m. At The DC CURLING RINK

Thank you to all the participants and all the generous sponsors! Your support is helping make our Summer Cruise 2017 an event to remember. See you NEXT YEAR!

ic Sales Ltd Northern Metal Panago Automotive Peace Country Toyota Peace Country MRI l Peace Regiona ises Ltd pr R Dufour Enter es is pr Randon Enter t en m Rentco Equip Silverado Inn rium Software Empo Stuie’s Diner ssa ial: Don Boura Sun Life Financ ke in te S y ial: Trac Sun Life Financ ial Ltd. TL Coe Financ & Brake g United Sprin Vestas toration Love Vintage & Res ession Ltd Vulcan Compr ting Ltd W&D Contrac

July 13-15, 2018 C Dawson Creek B

m o c . s r e s i u r c o r e milez