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Last Monday the Gitxsan people of the Pacific Northwest took a big step towards unity, but the divide set off by a since rescinded agreement with Enbridge is still front and center in Hazelton. In the strongest showing of unity in some time, 52 of the 65 head simgiigyet (chiefs) of the four clans of Gitxsan people gathered at the The Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre to sign a letter written to Christy Clark, premier of British Columbia. The letter responds to a letter, dated Feb. 13, 2012, received by the Office of the Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs from Mary Polak, B.C.’s minister of aboriginal relations and reconciliation which called into question the validity of the Gitxsan Treaty Society as the true representative of the Gitxsan people. “The letter indicates they don’t understand who we are,” Gwanns (Bev Clifton Percival) said in her opening remarks. Wii Elast (Jim Angus) noted the letter from the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations is contrary to the authority of the blanket, which is a combination of the relationship between a head chief and his house and the relationship of that house to the land. “This is part of our ayookw (laws) and related to how we make decisions,” Elast explained. “It has never changed.” The letter from Polak was sent following comments by a Supreme Court Justice regarding the Gitxsan Treaty Society’s adherence to provincial regulations set out in Section 85 of the Societies Act on the establishment and proper procedures attached to designation
as a society. The judge questioned the legality of the board of directors of the GTS and the manner in which they were appointed to the board, which run contrary to the regulations surrounding a society. Based on those comments, Polak questioned if the GTS had legal authority to negotiate a Long Term Forestry agreement with the Ministry of Forests, following the expiration of the 2006 Short Term Forestry Agreement in 2010. In their letter to Premier Clark, the Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs reenforce their position concerning negotiations of the Long Term Forestry Agreement. “The position that our Chief Negotiator stated on October 28 and November 28 is what we stand by,” the letter reads. “There will be no forest activity on Gitxsan lands until a Long Term Forest Agreement has been formalized.” Although the Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs showed solidarity in the signing of the letter to B.C. premier Clark, the divide among the Gitxsan is still evident. Absent from the letter signing ceremony in Smithers, were representative from the Gitxsan Unity Movement, who continue to blockade the offices of the Gitxsan Treaty Society. “We need consensus, “ Elast said. “They [GUM] have not responded to invitations.” The blockade, was originally established following the announcement that Treaty officer and Hereditary Chief Elmer Derrick had entered into a partnership with Enbridge on the Northern Gateway project on behalf of the Gitxsan. The mission of GUM, which is an entirely volunteer driven group,
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Gitxsan elders Alvin Weget, left and Vernon Milton lead the gathering of Gitxsan Chiefs into the hall at the Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre where they signed a letter to Premier Christy Clark reaffirming their right to negotiate on behalfof the Gitxsan people. is, “to strive for accountability, transparency and to return the authority and jurisdiction to it’s rightful place, the Gitxsan Simgigyet (Chiefs) and the Gitxsan Nation,”
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BLOCKADE from A1 “The Enbridge deal was just one symptom of a much larger problem,” Patsey explained. “The Gitxsan Treaty Society, who sometimes operate as the ‘Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs’ or the ‘Gitxsan Chiefs,’ is an illegal society that has been ordered suspended by a vast majority of the actual Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs.” When the Enbridge agreement was signed, 51 of the 65 Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs signed declarations firing senior staff and suspending the GTS pending an investigation, Patsey added. Monday’s letter signing ceremony, reverses those allegiances. Despite two decisions in B.C. Supreme Court, including a decision March 7, saying the blockade of the GTS office is illegal, the GUM have remained steadfast in their resolve to bring about change, including the dismantling of the GTS.
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or Marlene Raddetz, the quickest way to make Smithers home was to volunteer with a community group. “I really decided that I was coming here and was going to love everything about Smithers.” “I really wanted to get involved.” It didn’t take Raddatz long to get involved as she stepped in to help with the Fall Fair, an experience that she enjoyed. “I volunteered in the office, I met a lot of people, it was wonderful,” she said with a big smile. An administrator by training, Raddatz works as a casual administrative worker at the Bulkley Valley District Hospital. “I like taking a messy office and putting order in it,” she said with a grin. “I really love that.” It is those skills that Raddatz brings to her position as adminstrator for the
Smithers Centennial 2013 organizing committee. Although she is a core member of the organizing committee, Raddatz admits she does her best work behind the scenes to make those who are working front and center look great and to make their job easier. “I really enjoy working behind the scenes,” she said. With an eye for details, Raddatz admits her biggest challenge is to keep track of all the ideas that pop up when the organizing committee meets, especially making sure every idea gets the attention it deserves. “I don’t want any good idea to get lost during the brainstorming process,” she said. “I like to facilitate peoples ideas.” In addition to her administrative skills, Raddatz is also an experienced music teacher, having completed her training through the Royal Conservatory. “My parents insistence,” Radditz said with a chuckle is what
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I N O UR O PINION Where’s the money?
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he current job action by B.C. teachers is full of the usual rhetoric when two parties disagree over compensation. One side says they want more and the other side says they can’t afford to pay more. I’m sure we all think we’re worth more than we are currently earning. With starting salaries in the mid $40 thousand and capping at almost $90 thousand, it’s tough to get behind the teacher’s cause. But if their statements regarding their interest in improving class size and class composition are sincere, then I can support their job action. But the reality is the B.C economy dictates belt tightening. For B.C. belt tightening includes a net-zero mandate in negotiating new contracts. A recent example of the net-zero mandate, the provincial government ratified a two-year contract agreement with the Post-Secondary Employers Association which represents about 1,500 faculty instructors at 19 colleges across the province, including the College of New Caledonia. No one received a wage increase. The majority of public-sector collective agreements have been signed under the net-zero mandate for wages. The B.C. Teachers’ Union is one important exception. An online poll conducted by the Interior News showed 71 per cent of 163 respondents supported the teachers in their job action. The government says there is no money to support any kind of wage increase. In a press release from the Ministry of Advanced Education, a quick fact states a wage increase of just 1 per cent for the 300,000 unionized public-sector employees would put a $197 million dent in the provincial coffers each year. That kind of money is nothing to sneeze at and corporations in B.C. would be the first to admit as much. Interestingly, according to the Ministry of Finance, the provincial Liberals have reduced the corporate tax rate five times since 2001, netting corporations almost 40 per cent in savings. The argument supporting the lowering of corporate tax rates is it frees up corporate money to hire new employees. Ronald Reagan used the same argument, he called it trickle down. Well, there is nothing trickling down. According to BC Stats, the number of unemployed in B.C. was 183,400 in 2011, up from 109,900 in 2008. While everyone is living the reality of netzero, corporations are enjoying wage increases every year. Perhaps it’s time they share. -Percy N. Hébert/Interior News
Regulatory bodies must remain autonomous
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he National EnergyBoard has finally released the schedule for the community hearing leg of the Joint Review Panel’s assessment of the Northern Gateway Pipeline. So, for those of us who haven’t seen the list it’s no surprise that Smithers has been given a possible nine days of hearings. More days than any other northern community. This speaks volumes about, not only the seriousness of the issue but also the overwhelming support and opposition we find here in Smithers. Definitely not the largest community the JRP will visit but we’re clearly the most out spoken. However, the question of legitimacy still hangs over the threemember panel. And with some of the fiery
people I know who will be speaking, there is no doubt in my mind that Smithers will become a battleground for when this issue really heats up. Opposition to the pipeline is strong here, and rightly so. We have it all here and there are enough of us to stand up for what we really cherish in this life. However, there is also a strong support for the pipeline as well. The promise of longterm jobs is too great to pass up. But allegiances aside the real issue that has come to light over the past few months of testimonies continues to focus on the autonomy of the JRP. They have projected themselves as an on-thelevel regulatory body that receives no outside influence. Whenever Sheila Leggett, the panel chair, tries to explain
ORDER FROM THE MESS Dan Mesec this the b beginning i att th i i off each hearing I try not to laugh. Simply because like many I read the writing on the wall. When you have a Conservative Government that has motioned to its supporters and foreign market investors that these types of projects are “in the best interest of Canadians,” you have to wonder how tight their leashes are. A couple weeks ago the Ministry of Trans-
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ries, which cannot be understood in a matter of months. And to think the Conservatives want to have less regulation so projects like Northern Gateway can move ahead much quicker with very little input from the people who live with the consequences. So I ask you, when approaching the JRP whether you support the pipeline or not, at the very least question their legitimacy. The one thing I think we all can agree on is that we need our democracy to remain intact. When political agendas overshadow the rights and concerns of taxpaying citizens we lose faith in that system. And when our people lose faith in our regulatory systems our Canadian democracy fails. It becomes a black eye that can’t be rubbed off.
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OPINION Hazelton teacher turn out poor
Online poll results Do you support the teacher’s strike action? Yes 70%
I support the teachers don’t get me wrong. What I witnessed was very disappointing, at Hazelton Secondary five individuals waving across the road as I went by. At New Hazelton elementary there were three individuals along Highway 16 waving. If the teachers believe they are not being treated fairly by the government of British Columbia why are they not all on the picket line if this is a strike? Instead they are leaving it to a few volunteers to represent them and the rest are taking a skiing holiday it seems. First impressions are everything it makes it hard to support them when you see this. It means to me they don’t believe it what they are fighting for. Thank you. Vernon Joseph Hazelton
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“I support them. If the government’s not going to listen, they have to do what they can.”
“I support them after hearing from our neighbour, who is a teacher’s aide.”
“I support them... The days off are not really that good though, and they don’t grade you during the strike.”
“I think they need more money, to go on more field trips and to get more books.”
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Protect Lake Kathlyn Editor: Every time I drive by Watson’s Landing Lake Kathlyn, I wonder what town council was thinking to allow 29 homes on seven acres of lake shore, unbelievable. It’s clear to me that council was developerled. Originally it was zones hotel, later bed and breakfast and now 29 homes. Town-size lots on lake shore can hardly be called country living - it’s not a good fit. Rural properties were two to seven acres, at best. That would put three homes on that site. To date, several home are near completion, others started. The site looks overcrowded.
The notion that the lake will be better served because of this development is like telling the world a super tanker never leaks. The worry I have is if the development is successful, eventually, the developer has one thing in mind - expand. Perhaps it’s time for the new councilelect to consider Lake Kathlyn a heritage site and to govern her shores accordingly and not litter it with urban sprawl. Gerry Hamming Smithers
Staff shortage is issue, not renovations Editor: (re: Birthing challenges at Wrinch, Feb. 29). A correction to this article is in order. First of all babies
continue to be delivered at Wrinch Memorial Hospital, in contrast to implications in your opening paragraph. In fact one arrived just this past weekend, to our great delight. Our effort to provide obstetrical services to our patients continues. It is a service to which all of our physicians and nurses are committed. The challenge for us comes, not from the renovations, as suggested in the article (in fact we made sure that
the renovations did not affect our ability to deliver babies), but from the challenge to finding qualified nursing staff so that we can provide for save deliveries without gaps in service. We in Hazelton are not alone in this. In times past we have conducted deliveries here for both Smithers and Terrace hospitals when those hospitals were short staffed. The efforts of Drs, Eckfeldt, Kim and Mawhorter in offering obstetrics in Hazelton
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are greatly appreciated. So is the commitment to obstetrics of all of our medical staff, once it is possible to run our operating room and delivery room consistently on a 24-hour-a-day basis. Some nurses are now training to allow us to do just that. We are in a continuing search for nurses with obstetrical training to help us maintain an outstanding and safe service. Peter Newbery, MDiv, MD, FCFP Medical Director UCHSS, Hazelton
Strike lacks commitment Editor: I drove through Hazelton to see if there were picket lines at the public schools. continued top right
RAMP seeks resolutions to disputes Editor: There was heightened interest in the public meeting to discuss the Summer Recreational Access Management Plan (SummerRAMP), on Feb. 22. In your role as reporter, you covered the meeting, and gave a fairly balanced overview of the opinions expressed. We are part of a groundswell of citizens of the Bulkley Valley who believe that the RAMP process does not pose a threat to any recreational users. Instead, its intent is to provide some certainty and harmony between motorized and non-motorized recreationists. A successful plan will be the result of citizens of the Bulkley Valley sharing opinions, in a respectful manner, and being willing to compromise on some issues, in order to come to a resolution. The intent of the RAMP is not to eliminate the use of motorized summer vehicles, but rather to find ways for hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders and quad riders to share the backcountry that we all enjoy and cherish. Reasonable motorized use is not at issue. The law already prohibits Off- Road Vehicles from causing erosion and other environmental damage, with hefty fines imposed if that is the case. Effectively, this means staying on logging roads and other hard packed surfaces. What the RAMP seeks to do is resolve problems in the few remaining areas where there have been previous competing uses. Certainly, we in this valley can, and must, reach reasonable compromises about disputed areas, that will preserve everyone’s right to recreate as each sees fit, while protecting the land for future generations. We believe a vast majority of people in the Bulkley Valley support a collaborative RAMP process that allows the public to engage in a meaningful dialogue. Why shut that conversation down? Daryl and Dina Hanson Smithers
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Blues harpist set for Smithers By Percy N. Hébert Smithers/Interior News
Carlos del Junco first heard a harmonica in Grade 9 and it was love at first note. “I was immediately caught by the sound he [friend] made bending a note,” del Junco said as he recalled the moment he fell in love with the harmonica. In no time del Junco was imitating the sounds of the top bluesmen such as Little Walter and Paul Butterfield. Although Neil Young and Bob Dylan had popularized the harmonica in their music, harmonica player Howard Levy, who played in Bela Fleck and The Flecktones, advised del Junco to seek inspiration elsewhere. “That was the best piece of advice I have ever received,” del Junco said. “ B r i l l i a n t songwriters that they are, they are the guys who have given the harmonica a bad name. “The public perception is of a very limited sound to be produced on this unassuming instrument.”
del Junco took the advice to heart and forged ahead listening to an eclectic mix of music and working on his technique and he began to push the boundaries, drawing inspiration from other instruments such as the saxophone, guitar and piano to produce what has been called a, “musical rainbow,” of sounds. “I love seeing the expressions on people’s faces once they have experienced a set of music,” del Junco said. “I always hear from people, ‘I had no idea it could sound like so many different instruments.’” del Junco’s mastery of the harmonica has been recognized world-wide, with gold medals at the World Harmonica Championships in Germany and multiple nods as Harmonica Player of the Year at the Maple Leaf Blues Awards. There is no question the foundation of del Junco’s musical style is firmly based in the blues standards, but he gives those songs a serious makeover. “I love taking old blues standards, flipping them upside down and breathing new life into them,” del Junco said.
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Residents who hike, ride or motor on Bulkley backcountry trails are being asked to comment on a summer trails plan. Led by local recreation groups and community volunteers, the Recreation Access Management Plan is expected to resolve five areas of outstanding conflict between motorized and non-motorized users. But the RAMP table also has two new initiatives. One is to open up more non-motorized trails to people with limited mobility, says Ben Heemskerk, cochair of the B.V. Community Resources Board that raised money and selected eight volunteers to run the RAMP. “Baby boomers are ageing, and mobility is going to become a bigger issue for us,” Heemskerk said. “It plays a big part in quality of life to get out and enjoy some of these places.” Helicopter, ski lift and special ATV access are some of the options that the RAMP table is looking at, he said, but they are hoping to get more advice directly from people with limited mobility. A second initiative of the RAMP table is to create an intensive motorized use area— roughly 800 hectares of sub-alpine land where ATV riders and other off-roaders can go mud-bogging or climb steep hills. Heemskerk said Hydro Hill and the lower Dome are two areas the RAMP table
has put forward so far, but they are open to other ideas. If the province approves it, he said it would be the first intensive motorized use area in B.C. But a March 6 update from the summer RAMP table says its members are still mainly focused on completing unfinished trail use plans for these five areas: —Dome trail and cabin An area that includes Dome Mountain and nearby Deception Lake, the RAMP table has suggested that the Dome trail be designated for motorized use along hard-packed trails and structures built by the B.V. Quad Riders. —Canyon Creek Ski Trails A winter ski area that tends to be boggy in summer, the RAMP table has suggested Canyon Creek be nonmotorized in summer but reviewed for snowmobile access during a future winter plan. —Microwave trail and plateau While the RAMP table suggested that Microwave trail be designated motorized in the summer, more work is needed to identify environmentally sensitive areas on the surrounding plateau. —Owen, Passby and Elliot creeks Trails in these three areas are being looked at separately and are still under discussion. Some stretches are being recommended for motorized use and others for non-motorized. —Ashman Ridge Ashman will be discussed in future RAMP meetings.
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Telkwa wants RAMP scrapped By Cameron Orr Smithers/Interior News
Telkwa Mayor Carman Graf wants to see an end to the committee behind the summer Recreation Access Management Plan. Village of Telkwa council discussed the matter at their last meeting, taking the opportunity as they received for information the invitation to the Feb. 22 RAMP open house — a meeting that some councillors had already attended. Graf was quite displeased with the Bulkley Valley Community Resources Board Recreation sub-committee, overseeing the RAMP, saying that they have no mandate. “I thought that this organization was mandated by the province but I find that it isn’t,” said Graf at the council meeting. “It’s just a group of people that got together and want to control this whole bloody timber supply area and want to stop people that have been here for 100 years from using those trails.” He said he has a problem with his impression of the group as wanting to stop motorized recreation on a lot of area trails. “I think we need to write a letter to the Premier and the ministry of forests outlining our protest against this. This isn’t right, what they’re trying to do,” he said. His opposition runs in contrast to a council motion from their prior meeting which was for the village to write a letter asking the RAMP committee to create a seat on the panel for a member of the mu-
nicipal council, in this case for councillor Rick Fuerst, who was not in attendance at this most recent council meeting. Graf, who voted in favour of that motion, has changed his tune after the RAMP open house. He now says that to ask to be a participant in the process would mean they condone it. Among is other concerns was that the panel has members who also are employees of the provincial government. Rimas Zitkauskas, who had also been at the RAMP meeting in Smithers, took issue with Graf’s position on asking the government to intervene in the process. “To write the province to ask them to stop a volunteer organization of individuals from conducting the activities that they feel is a benefit to a certain portion of the residents of this valley, I think would be inappropriate Mayor Graf, because I don’t believe the government should have the right to stop the legal activity and the legal assembly and the legal discussion of ideas in any community,” he said. He added, “For us to even suggest that we should somehow advocate for their dissolution and cease and desist... would be highly, highly inappropriate.” Graf countered that he thinks what the RAMP committee is doing is “highly inappropriate.” Councillor Brad Layton also took issue with the committee, saying the current problem is that they don’t have a mandate. The RAMP, he said, is being developed under the
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First ever Extreme Everest Challenge reaches new heights One person’s achievement is another person’s inspiration By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News
Mount Everest has forever pushed humans to the extreme limit. However, for those who can’t make it to Nepal everyday Vallhalla Pure Outfitters and Hudson Bay Mountain have a solution. The inaugural Extreme Everest Challenge took skiers to a place most of them had never been. To the very limit of their physical abilities. Starting at four in the afternoon Saturday, challengers, mostly in teams of three, skinned up the Tarmigin run six times each to achieve the accumulated vertical of 8,850 metres. The same height as Mount Everest. They travelled up and down in the dead of night and well into the morning to complete their task. For some it only took 15 hours, others
like Lias Perry, the only solo challenger, finished her 18 runs in just under 24 hours. A feat not for the faint of heart. “I’ve known Rod for a long time and that’s why I did this,” said Perry. “To do it solo was completely inspired by him. He loved the challenge so he’s my inspiration, so I thought I’d give it a go.” The Everest Challenge, which has been an annual event for a number of years on Hudson Bay Mountain tasks participants with the charge of completing 18 runs from the first chair to the last. In 2010 Rod Leighton, a local doctor and outdoor enthusiast decided to take the challenge to the next level by attempting to skin up and ski down the full 18 runs under human power only. An execution know as “by fair means.” Leighton undoubt-
ably completed his journey in 25 hours. “I thought it would be an interesting challenge to do it without the chair lift,” Leighton said in 2010. Sadly only five months later Leighton had a serious accident and was told he would never walk again. However, despite the initial prognosis Leighton was out on the trail, sill inspiring all by skinning up a few hundred yards under his own power once again. This past weekend, with Leighton’s inspiration filling the air, 35 participants completed the journey as well, not only pushing themselves to the limit but raising funds for the Rick Hansen Foundation as well. Continuing to build on what Leighton started. “It was a fun event we use to do when you ride up 18 times on the chair lift and
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Lisa Perry (far right) treks up Hudson Bay Mountain with her “Sherpas” during the inaugural Extreme Everest Challenge. Perry was the only solo challenger. She completed the journey just under 24 hours. ski down,” said Vallhalla Pure owner, Dave Walter. “I didn’t know how to grow the event, but when Rod wanted to do 24 hours, 18 laps him-
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BV Nordic skiers make their mark By Amy Copland Smithers / Interior News
The Bulkley Valley Cross Country Ski Club (BVCCSC) turned heads at the provincial Midget Championships last weekend in Kelowna. Despite being one of the smaller teams, just 12 skiers strong, the BV athletes brought home five medals. This shows the growing depth of the cross-country ski program in Smithers, now under the direction of former national team sprinter and BV Head Coach,
Chris Werrell. “The skiers performed to the absolute top of their abilities,” said Werrell. “In some cases that meant medals, in other cases that meant the achievement of personal goals and incredible effort.” The annual competition is for skiers aged 9—12 in order to give them a taste of high level competition and encourage them to continue to race well into their teen years. This year, there were 208 competitors from around the province and
Washington state. The team was in agreement that the highlight of the event was the thrilling first place finish by Wet’suwet’en skier Travis Pete in the showcase 400 metre sprint event. “Travis has been skiing since the age of four, but this year he discovered he loves pushing himself to the limit in competition,” said volunteer coach Amy Copland. “You can’t ask for a more focused skier. He has incredible technique and power for his age, but he
also knows exactly what to do at each stage of the race.” Other medal performances included a silver finish for Pete and a 4th place finish for Ethan Bucher in the classic sprint, as well as gold for Zoe Hallman and silver for Claire Lesawich. Other participants included Marco Bucher, Rachel Cuell, Rory Finnegan, Miller Kriese, Seton Kriese, Aiden Murphy, Jesse Smids, and Micah Weme. Fellow skiers also competed in a BC Cup biathlon com-
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BVCS Sr. girls Royals finish second at zones By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News
The Bulkley Valley Christian School Sr. girls A team finished second in the northwest zone championships, held at BVCS Feb. 24-25. The Sr. girl Royals had an impressive couple of games, beating GM Dawson from Masset 104—23. Brenna Van Cadsand landed 21 points followed by Paige Onderwater with 19 points. Abi Joseph and Flora Badi both earned 13 pints each. The next game was against Houston Chris-
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Valley Food & Farm Update Submitted by the Smithers Farmers’ Institute The Bulkley Valley Farmers’ Market is going to be continuing their indoor markets in the New Year!!! A market will be held on the third Saturday of every month until the outdoor season. The next one will be on March 17th at St. Joseph’s gymnasium from 9am to noon. Eat Local! Connect with local farmers! Groundbreakers Community Supported Agriculture and local food Harvest Box programs are up and running. For more info and to secure your fall & winter Harvest boxes of local produce check out groundbreakerscollective.ca and/or call 847-9728. Notes for Producers: The Pacific Northwest Poultry Producers Association is having a general meeting on March 28, 2012. Contact Megan at 846-9854 or mdarcy@ uniserve.com for more information. The Ministry of Environment is currently revising the Agriculture Waste Control Regulations. They are soliciting public input – deadline is March 31. The intentions paper and response form are on the MOEs website: http:// www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/codes/awcr/index.htm. The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako has completed their Agriculture Plan (currently in draft stage). The website is: http://www.rdbn.bc.ca/index. php?option=com_content&view=article&id=747&Itemid=581 or you can contact the Planning Department: 250-692-3195 or 1-800-320-3339. Need to upgrade your fuel or pesticide storage? Improve your manure storage? Want to make your farm more energy efficient? The 2012/13 list of Beneficial Management Practices eligible for funding has been released for Environmental Farm Plan participants! Producers interested in either starting or renewing an Environmental Farm Plan should contact either Megan D’Arcy at (250) 846-9854 or mdarcy@ uniserve.com OR Don Russell (Terrace) at (250) 638-1741. The Cariboo-Central Interior Poultry Producers Association is hosting a Poultry Forum and having their Annual General Meeting in 100 Mile House on Saturday March 24, 2012. Contact info.ccippa@gmail.com for more information. The BC Women’s Institute has been active since 1909. There are four branches either in or close to the Bulkley Valley area: Glenwood WI, Quick WI, South Hazelton WI and Southside WI. New members are always welcome! • The Glenwood Women’s Institute meets on the first Tuesday of every month. Contact Helen at (250) 847-9705 for more information. • The Quick Women’s Institute meets at 6:30pm on the second Monday of every month. Contact Ria Rouw at (250) 846-5064 or Dianne Vandermeulen at (250) 847-5433 for more information. Attention Livestock Producers! The Northwest Premium Meat Coop abattoir is open on an as-needed basis. Please phone Manfred at (250) 846-5168 to book in animals.
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(Above) Mayor Taylor Bachrach takes a photo of the Steelheads with the Lightning and SMP Cups. (Right) Members of the Steelheads unload the 8 X 4 celebratory cake donated by Safeway during some festivities to celebrate their win Mar. 10 in Smithers.
Rayz Rail Jam, staple event for local riders By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News
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Jonathan Webb hits the flat box rail during competition at the Rail Jam Mar. 3. Over 40 competitors attended the event, one of the largest.
The Rayz Board Shop Rail Jam attracted quite the crowd last week. With hundreds looking on as more than 40 skiers and snowboarders attached rails to claim victory. The Rail Jam has exploded into one of the corner stone winter events in Smithers, bring together riders of all ages and skill levels. Some of this years top winners were: Tosh and Toan Krauskopf finishing
in first and second respectively in men’s nine and under snowboard category. Followed by Darren Taylor in third. In the men’s open snowboard event Travis Hoornaborg captured first followed by Jacob Roseboom in second and Tim Huisman in third. Zoe Blewett landed herself in first in the Women’s open ski, with Anneka Hodson in second and Hannah Tramph in third. For a full list of results go to our website at www.interior-news. com.
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Smithers Figure Skating Club We would like to thank the Volunteers and Sponsors of our Annual Skating Carnival. Thank you to our coaches Melissa Robinson and Stephanie Auston. This was Head coach Melissas directorial debut and she did a fantastic job! Thank you to our sponsors: Central Mountain Air for our weekend getaway! Winner was Brett Forsythe
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From left to right: Grant Gibson, Smithers Elks Lodge president, Chuck Morris, Jerry Wernicke, president of Elks of Canada and Gordie Heatherington. Wernicke accepted a donation, on behalf of Elks of Canada, from the Smithers Elks during his visit, Feb. 28.
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National Elks leader visits Smithers By Percy N. Hébert Smithers/Interior News
Jerry Wernicke, National Leader of the Elks of Canada, was in Smithers, to visit to the local Elks Chapter during their regular meeting, Feb. 28. “That’s a pretty big event,” president of the
Smithers Elks Chapter, Grant Gibson said. “He’s made Smithers kind of a second home.” During the visit, Wernicke, celebrating his 30th year as a member of the Elks and sixth as national president, received a cheque for $2,300 from the Smithers Elks, as a donation
to the Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children, or the Purple Cross Fund. “The Purple Cross Fund assists children with hearing difficulties,” Gibson explained. Monies from the Purple Cross Fund are used to provide assistance in the early identification and rehabilitation of
children with hearing impairments, including the cost of hearing aids and cochlear implants, Gibson said. The Elks also direct their energies and fundraising activities to help communities, especially with respect to the welfare of seniors and children, as well as others in need.
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SAFER homes more sustainable, accessible By Cameron Orr Smithers/Interior News
Patrick Simpson knows why homes have thresholds and why we should be done with them all together. Simpson, executive director of the SAFERhome Standards Society, was in Smithers recently to promote the SAFERHome Standards, a collection of guides which make homes more accessible and sustainable. In short, a home that people can live in longer and is safer and more accessible to all generations, children to adults alike.
The threshold, for instance, is a relic of another generation of building standards that are no longer needed, said Simpson. One hundred or so years ago the thresh, or straw, is what made up a person’s home. The threshold was a block of wood that held it in place, preventing draft and grazing farm animals, he said. “We’re still building with thresh holds and we don’t need them,” said Simpson. There are ways to make a home better included in the SAFERhome manual, which has a 19-point check-
From the family Mom, Michelle, Nolan, Devyn, Gale, Nick, Adrien, Eden & Scott
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Left to right, Measuring Up the North Smithers Branch’s Glenys Snow Dymond and Monika Mueller with Patrick Simpson, executive director of the SAFERhome Standards Society. list for people to bring their homes to a new standard. The checklist covers things from the home’s wiring to the height of electrical outlets. (An outlet 18 inches
Man Art exhibit a must see
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he Smithers Art eventually you will hear the Gallery’s March phone company’s “beepexhibition, “Man beep” tone, hang up. Those Art”, Feb. 28 – March 31. annoying phone calls with Original creations by men, no one on the other end is established artists, non-arttheir way of recording the ists, men of diverse backtime you are home so they grounds, age. I met one of can call back, knowing the men, Shannon, who the best time of the day to shared two carvings, and catch you at home. When VIEW FROM catc some poetry, taken from this happens hit the pound THE PORCH his life experiences. I admit key six or seven times as I had to blink back tears as Lorraine Doiron quic quickly as possible, confusI read the poems. This exhithe machine that placed es th bition is a must see. Gallery hours: the call, kicking your number our of Tue. – Sat., 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. their system The Friends of the Library AGM Activities during March spring is March 26, 7 p.m. at the library. We break: Adult Shinny Hockey, Toonie advocate, fundraise and keep our li- Public Skate, visit the town website brary as current as space allows, all under recreation for days, times. while having fun. Everyone is invitAn unusual case of things gone ed. One way to beat cabin fever. missing! The Round Lake Hall is April 12 − 13, ASIST: a 2 day sui- missing two fire extinguishers and a cide first aid workshop for commu- first aid kit. Help solve the mystery, nity caregivers, service providers, the call Judy at 250-846-5296. general public. A potentially lifesavI recently had my car broken into. ing suicide intervention workshop. I had not locked it. Someone entered Many people have been trained to the car, went through my glove box, administer first aid to people having took a multi tool and a small flasha heart attack, but very few know light in a case. Appeared to have a “emergency first aid” for preventing good look at a small spray can of suicide. Information mailto:bcssbv@ WD40, left four pennies in a coin telus.net, 250 847 9779 holder. My fault for not locking the 4,000 years ago the first tooth- car. Heard rumours someone may be paste; made from powdered pumice siphoning gas. A dangerous practice, stone, strong wine vinegar, brushed if you suck up the gas, if it gets into on with a chew stick. your lungs, there is no saving you – Tips for handling telemarketers: you are dead. Saw this happen, not a when you know it is a telemarketer, fun way to go. pick up the phone, say “hold on Closing with: Make voyages! Atplease”, then walk away. Makes each tempt them! There’s nothing else. telemarketing call time consuming, Tennessee Williams
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uts to you!! I do mean that in the nicest way. Almonds are such a healthy snack! I know it is hard to get your mind in the nutty area when the shelves in our stores now have stuff left early by the Easter bunny. Still there is no sense rushing ahead to satisfy your chocolate snack urge when a handful of nuts like almonds can give you so much. Almonds are loaded with all manner of good things like vitamin E, magnesium,
zinc, iron, potassium, protein and calcium. Just in case you wondered, almonds are a good source of fibre as well. One study at the University of Toronto found that an ounce of almonds a day reduced cholesterol. It takes about 23 almonds for an ounce. Almonds have been touted as brain food as well as good component in a weight loss program. So far so good? There are so many ways you can get the benefits of almonds. I like them just
SPICE OF LIFE Brenda Mallory
plain. I buy them in the section where raisens are sold. From time to time I roast them in butter or olive oil. I
can add a bit of spice , salt or just leave alone. If chomping on nuts is not your bag you can buy an almond drink in the dairy section. Your good source of calcium. You could also buy almond meal that works well as a flour substitute in som some recipes. If you do decide tha that your almond joy com comes from those covere ered in plastic looking ch chocolate make sure your read the ingredient list just to see if there is any real food other than the almonds. Same goes for the
almonds who are salted to the nines. Kind of negates the heart healthy benefits of the nut. As I write this piece tonight I have a small bowl of almonds, walnuts and raisens at the ready. A perfect thing to go with my cup of green tea. It’s worth a try to have healthy snacks at the ready. Feel good after a snack attack. Go nuts I tell you!! Your calls are always welcome at 250846-5095 . An e-mail is a good thing when it comes to mallory@ bulkley.net.
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Bulkley Valley Child Development Centre Society’s Annual General Meeting for the 2011/2012 Fiscal Year is being held on Wednesday, June 27th, 2012 at 7:00 pm at the BV CDC, 3350 Poplar Road, Smithers Corner of Babine Lake Road and Hwy 16. All Society Members are invited. For further information, please contact us at 250-847-4122.
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STUDENTS GIVE SHELTER Skyler Reckell, a student in the Grade 8 leadership class at Smithers secondary school presents Jean O’Sullivan of the Northwest Animal Shelter a cheque for $200. Representatives from the Northwest Animal Shelter, human and animal, were at Smithers secondary school, Feb. 22, to receive a donation from the students. Through the school year students sell magazines with the proceeds going to charities chosen by the Grade 8 leadership class under the direction of Teresa Monkman. Jean O’Sullivan and Lorna Bertram gave a presentation to the Grade 8 leadership and humanities classes about the work NW does in the community. Also on hand were two animals waiting for adoption, Ki, a Lab mix and Princess, a young cat. Both of them were big hits with the students. STORES FLYERS DEALS COUPONS BROCHURES CATALOGUES CONTESTS PRODUCTS STORES FLYERS DEALS COUPONS BROCHURES CATALOGUES CONTESTS PR PRO P RO R ODU DUC UC U C CT TS T S STO S ST TO T O ORES RE R RES ES ES FL ERS FLY RS DE DEALS AL ALS A LS S COUP PO ONS S BRO BRO ROCH CHU C HUR RE RES ES CA ES CATA TA ALOGU GU G UE ES S C CO CON ON O ONTES NTES TES TE EST TS S PR PRO ODU OD DU DU UCT CT CTS CT TS S ST STO S TO TORES RES ES FL F FLY LY L YER ERS E RS R S DE DEALS DEALS S CO COUPO OU UPO ON NS S BRO B RO R OCHURE CH C CHU HU HURE RES R E CAT CAT ATALO ALO LOGU GU UE ES CON O ONT EST ST S P ST PRO ODU DU UCTS S ST STORE ORE OR RES FLY FLYERS FL LYER ERS ERS DE DEA D EALS EA ONS NS S C COU CO OU O UPON PONS ONS STOR TORES ES F FLY YERS ER RS R S DE DEA ALS AL LS L S CO COU UPO PO BR BRO B RO R OCH CHU C HU H URES RE ES S CA CAT CAT TAL TALO ALOGU ALOGU UES E CON CO ON O NT TES ES ESTS S PRODU OD DUCTS DU ST S STO TO R ORE RES RES ES FL LY LY YERS ERS RS S DEAL CO C OU UP UPO PON PO ONS NS BROC BRO BR ROCH HU URES CAT C AT ERS TAL AL ALO LO OGU GUE UE U ES CON ES ONTEST ONT O NTE N NT TE EST ES S ST TS PR RO ODU OD DUC DU CT CTS T TS S S ST TO OR ORE RES F RE FLY LYERS LY DEA ALS SC COU OU UPON UPON PONS BROC BROC ROCHUR HUR UR U RE ES S CAT CATALO ALOGU ALOGU U
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Students and parents support Hazelton teachers School district assures report cards will be available By Shannon Hurst Hazelton/Interior News
Last week all the schools in the Hazelton’s were affected by the teachers strike action on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Teachers set up in various area’s away from school property with New Hazelton strike action taking place at the New Hazelton Meeting Centre. Hazelton Secondary teachers were across from the school and John Field teachers set up their pickets at Gitanmaax Food and Fuel. The level of support for the teachers was evident as almost all vehicles who passed each of the sites honked or called out. On the Friday before the strike action the students at Hazelton Secondary also showed their support with signs and a demonstration at 2 p..m. in front of their school along Highway 62. While the students and teachers returned to school on Thursday, Nancy Wells, Superintendent of Schools for Coast Mountains Board of Education School District 82 sent out notifications that they would notify parents of any further strike action as well as information on the absence of report cards. “For the information of parents and students in the Coast Mountains School District, Two Term Report Cards will be issued throughout the school district after the Spring Break and after all job action related activity is over,” she stated. See TEACH on p. B2
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Teachers in Hazelton walked out of class along with their colleagues across the province last Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Judging by the reaction from parents and students, the teachers have the support of the community.
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The Gitxsan fiasco The Hereditary Chiefs have watched all the goings-on since the boarding up of their office. They feel that their 10,000 year-old processes works well, that it’s based on the right principles, and they see no need to change it. The Hereditary Chiefs are reminded of Gitxsan aspirations all the time. They see the inadequacies we live with every day. Who in their right mind would not try to do the right thing? Head Chiefs get the most scrutiny, especially from a House group after the passing of a Head Chief. This person automatically becomes an overall leader of that house. No one questions them when they sit at the Gimlitxwit table. They offer the most when their house hosts a feast. When the job is done, that Chief does not think he or she is more important than the
house, or its members. Yes, many allegations are being bandied around right now. But when this is over we will all be better for it. In politics, decisions are made by the majority and the minority are undoubtedly unhappy. We are now forced to defend ourselves in court, and the court will look at what makes our organization tick. Are the proper people making decisions? That will be a key question. Are they consistent, or do they first look after
themselves, as is alleged? The GTS gets the brunt of the attacks, along with our executive director and negotiators. Statements have gone out saying they are all fired, finished, nothing more to talk about. Again, the court will look and see who has that authority. The biggest question is, will the court agree that the Hereditary Chiefs have the right remedy for the defect in the Societies Act? Spookw and the Bands will make a case that the Hereditary Chiefs should essentially dissolve the GTS. What do they suggest as an alternative? If the Hereditary Chiefs win, there will be no hoopla, just an end to a sorry chapter from which we learn something better.
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Guitars stolen Hazelton peewees take zones from church Heading to Fort Nelson for provincials By Shannon Hurst
Police Beat The New Hazelton RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in locating suspects who broke into the St.Paul’s church in Gitwangak sometime between February 29th and March 4th 2012. The suspects were able to break into the church and steal three guitars owned by the church. One of the
guitars was a bass and described as being black with a wood design in the center. Guitar number two was blue in color and guitar number three was black with white around the edges. The New Hazelton RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in locating the suspects involved. If you have information that will assist the investigation please contact the New Hazelton RCMP or Crimestoppers 1-800-222-TIPS.
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It’s not too often a small town like the Hazeltons can produce a top notch minor hockey team but this year the Peewee’s are making headlines as they have just earned a berth in the Provincials. The young team of 15 talented players won their zones last week after beating Houston and Burns Lake and qualifying for the provincial finals in Fort Nelson next week during the Spring Break. Long-time Hazelton minor hockey coach, Ray Sturney,
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this is a big accomplishment he said adding he is not sure if a Hazelton Peewee team has ever made it to this level. For the peewee’s head coach, Simon Dodd, it has been a great run this year. “We have played almost 50 games this year and finished second in the Skeena Valley Rep league behind Terrace,” he explained. “All year our boys have competed against tier three rep teams and held their own. I think the fact we played against rep teams has helped us get better in many ways this year too.” As for highlights
this year outside of earning their spot in the provincials, Dodd said they have had many great successes. “We have played in tournaments from Quesnel, Terrace, Kitimat and Houston and hosted our own which we won,” he said. “That was a real highlight for us and so was playing Quesnel’s rep team who we tied 7-7. “That was great as they are the best in the league and we were the only team to beat Terrace’s rep team all season.” The 15 Hazelton players have definitely worked hard to be where they are Dodd
said and their overall stats in the Skeena Valley league were 11-6-3. “Normally Hazelton can’t compete with terrace rep teams so we have a pretty solid team this year and it’s rare that we can compete with the top gunners,” Dodd admitted. “Our first year kids have really improved but next year we lose some of our strongest players so this year was pretty special. “You get lucky once in awhile.” For hockey fans looking for something to do next week, heading to Fort Nelson to cheer on the Hazelton Peewee’s might just be the place to be.
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Poll says B.C. residents oppose Enbridge pipeline OTTAWA – Results from a B.C. survey conducted by Mustel Group show that the majority of B.C. residents understand that the Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipeline project will not create long-term employment. Of 500 respondents, 61 per cent believe that “most jobs are shortterm and many longterm jobs will be lost because unrefined oil is being shipped to other countries for refining.” This result contradicts an earlier Ipsos Reid poll conducted in December 2011. In that poll, respondents cited employment and economic reasons to be the main benefit. “People get that the project will not create
permanent jobs,” said MP Nathan Cullen (Skeena-Bulkley Valley). “We certainly want jobs in my riding, but people are not going to settle for shortterm cash instead of long-term valueadded jobs.” It its initial submission to the Joint Review Panel, Enbridge states that the project will offer less than 80 direct permanent jobs in B.C. “Most have understood that this project poses major risks to the environment. These poll results show that British Columbians see that there would be economic losses as well.” The poll also showed that the majority of B.C.
residents are aware of the proposed pipeline project, and that opposition outweighs support for the project. A total of 87 per cent are familiar with the proposal and have read or heard something about it, whereas 46 per cent oppose the construction of a pipeline, which is in contrast to the 37 per cent who support it. The remaining 17 per cent are undecided or do not have an opinion. “The results convey what I’ve already heard on the ground,” said Cullen, who commissioned the survey. “There is simply too much at risk to push the project through.” These findings also contradict the earlier
Ipsos Reid poll where only 42 per cent of respondents were somewhat or very familiar with the project. It also showed that only 32 per cent opposed the pipeline. “It appears that at the same time knowledge of the project is growing, so is opposition,” said Cullen. The Mustel survey was based on 500 interviews completed by telephone (landlines and cellular) January 25 to February 8, 2012 with a margin of error of +/-4.4% at the 95% level of confidence. A delegation of First Nations’ Leaders is in Ottawa today to discuss the impacts of this proposed project on their northern communities in B.C.
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GO ROD! Rod Leighton, the first person to complete 18 runs “by fair means” in 2010, skins up Hudson Bay Mountain during the inaugural Extreme Everest Challenge Sunday Mar. 11.
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hile the first day of Spring isn’t officially until next Tuesday, one can definitely feel it in the air. Not to mention the fact that turning the clocks ahead last weekend brought a seemingly longer evening even though the hours of daylight are of course the same. Yet, we have way more light in our days now than we did only a few weeks ago let alone in December. With the longer hours of light and warming temperatures the snow is starting to melt and rot. This in turn can make for some dangerous conditions for those of us out trying to squeeze in the last few weeks of winter activities.
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Snowmobiling, ice fishing, skiing both downhill and cross country, snow shoeing and on and on can all become trickier. Experts suggest that one should stay on the trails at this time of year if out and about hiking and remember while the lakes have some thick
ice this year, where creeks enter and exit lakes the ice can be dangerously thin. As for the Spring weather, the roads are clearing which means the die hards and eager children can get their bikes out again. While I love the smells of spring, there is one smell that always alw speaks of melt when whe out walking the roads roa and some trails and that’s the lovely dog poop that seems to permeate the air from time to time. Although the smells of spring have some much nicer aromas’ too. Birds are already starting to return, the Chickadees amongst many others are singing their mating songs and we even had a few bugs flying around on the weekend.
Another sign of spring is March Break which is arriving next week. For many children and parents and there are a ton of great activities going on in the Hazelton’s as well as the recreation centres in Smithers, Terrace, Houston and Kitimat. To find out more, call your local sports centres. While many parents have to work, finding some extra time for a fun family adventure is always a great addition for Spring break. Even if it means getting home and going for a family hike up to the lakes or lookout and having a bonfire and roasting hot dogs or marshmallows. Anything outside is a great addition to
healthy living. So as spring is upon us, get outdoors, enjoy the return of the light and warmth in the days. Enjoy family time with friends and loved ones and first and foremost, play it safe.
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Notice of Sale of Interest in Reserve Land Pursuant to Section 50 of the Indian Act
OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE GITANMAAX BAND
TAKE NOTICE that the right to possession of an interest in land located on the Gitanmaax Indian Reserve No. 1 shall be offered for sale by the Superintendent in accordance with Section 50 of the Indian Act: Description of interest in land to be sold: The whole of Lot 192, CLSR 70648, Gitanmaax Indian Reserve No. 1. For an information package containing registration and survey information for the interest in land to be sold, please contact Crystal Hecht at BCestates@aandc-aadnc.gc.ca or 1.888.917.9977 (toll free within BC). This sale will conclude on June 13, 2012.
Hazelton Bandits blast through Terrace Blizzard By Shannon Hurst Hazelton/Interior News
The Hazelton Bandits women’s hockey team hosted the DQ Blizzard Terrace team on Saturday and took another victory beating them 9-2 and going 10-1 for the season. While the season is winding down and there are no
longer any women’s league tournaments or games remaining the team is hoping to compete in this coming weekends Men’s Draft hockey tournament in Hazelton. They are also hosting a St. Patrick’s Day dance on Saturday night to help raise money for new uniforms and to cover the cost of ice time.
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All bids must be delivered to: Superintendent of Indian Affairs 600 – 1138 Melville Street Vancouver BC V6E 4S3 Only bids received by 11:59 p.m. on June 13, 2012, will be considered. All bids must include the bidder’s full name and band membership number, the address and telephone number at which the bidder may be reached, and a 10% down payment (see below). Payment of the successful bid must be made in the following manner: 1. A down payment of 10% of the offer must be made by cheque dated as of the date bidding closes. The cheque must be forwarded with the bid and made payable to the ReceiverGeneral of Canada. 2. The balance of the offer must be paid by cash or certified cheque within 10 days of delivery of notice of acceptance of offer. In the event that a bidder does not meet the payment requirements as set out above, the sale is null and void.
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Gitxsan reconciliation on forestry, but divide still evident By Percy N. Hébert and Shannon Hurst Smithers/Interior News
Last Monday the Gitxsan people of the Pacific Northwest took a big step towards unity, but the divide set off by a since rescinded agreement with Enbridge is still front and center in Hazelton. In the strongest showing of unity in some time, 52 of the 65 head simgiigyet (chiefs) of the four clans of Gitxsan people gathered at the The Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre to sign a letter written to Christy Clark, premier of British Columbia. The letter responds to a letter, dated Feb. 13, 2012, received by the Office of the Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs from Mary Polak, B.C.’s minister of aboriginal relations and reconciliation which called into question the validity of the Gitxsan Treaty Society as the true representative of the Gitxsan people. “The letter indicates they don’t understand who we are,” Gwanns (Bev Clifton Percival) said in her opening remarks. Wii Elast (Jim Angus) noted the letter from the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations is contrary to the authority of
the blanket, which is a combination of the relationship between a head chief and his house and the relationship of that house to the land. “This is part of our ayookw (laws) and related to how we make decisions,” Elast explained. “It has never changed.” In their letter to Premier Clark, the Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs re-enforce their position concerning negotiations of the Long Term Forestry Agreement. “The position that our Chief Negotiator stated on October 28 and November 28 is what we stand by,” the letter reads. “There will be no forest activity on Gitxsan lands until a Long Term Forest Agreement has been formalized.” Although the Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs showed solidarity in the signing of the letter to B.C. premier Clark, the divide among the Gitxsan is still evident. Absent from the letter signing ceremony in Smithers, were representative from the Gitxsan Unity Movement. “We need consensus, “ Elast said. “They [GUM] have not responded to invitations.” The blockade, was originally established following the announcement that Treaty officer and Hereditary
Chief Elmer Derrick had entered into a partnership with Enbridge on the Northern Gateway project on behalf of the Gitxsan. The mission of GUM, which is an entirely volunteer driven group, is, “to strive for accountability, transparency and to return the authority and jurisdiction to it’s rightful place, the Gitxsan Simgigyet (Chiefs) and the Gitxsan Nation,” Chief Larry Patsey states. Although the agreement has since been rescinded, the conflict continues. “The Enbridge deal was just one symptom of a much larger problem,” Patsey explained. “The Gitxsan Treaty Society, who sometimes operate as the ‘Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs’or the ‘Gitxsan Chiefs,’ is an illegal society that has been ordered suspended by a vast majority of the actual Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs.” When the Enbridge agreement was signed, 51 of the 65 Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs signed declarations firing senior staff and suspending the GTS, Patsey added. Despite two decisions in B.C. Supreme Court, including a decision March 7, saying the blockade is illegal, the GUM have remained steadfast in their resolve to bring about change, including the dismantling of the GTS.
FUNDING FOR STUDENTS, NOT FOR WAGE HIKES. The BCTF is demanding a 15 per cent wage hike and other benefits that would cost $2 billion and raise taxes for BC families. Virtually all other public sector unions have settled for no wage increases. It’s unacceptable that schools are disrupted and that students and their families are inconvenienced over an unreasonable salary demand in difficult economic times. The union is making claims and demands that simply don’t add up.
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The union wants more paid time outside the classroom – sick leave for teachers on call, expanded bereavement and discretionary leave.
The government wants more time for teacher training and to ensure that Pro-D days really are for professional development.
The union says all teaching positions should be selected on the basis of seniority.
The government supports seniority but qualifications must also count so that math teachers teach math, and science teachers teach science.
The union says that teachers who perform poorly in evaluations will be dismissed – ‘one strike and you’re out’.
The government wants to support teacher improvement through a standardized evaluation process.
The union says that government refuses to negotiate.
There has been over a year of negotiations and 78 full bargaining sessions.
The union says that class size limits have been eliminated.
Class size limits will remain in place on all grades across BC.
The union says that BC has 700 fewer special needs teachers.
2100 new teaching assistants have been hired since 2001. And, with a new $165 million Learning Improvement Fund, we will hire more.
It’s time to focus on what matters most in education – BC’s students. That’s why we are focused on per-student funding which is at an all time high, not on wage increases. We all want to do more to make BC’s education system even better. It’s the driving force behind BC’s Education Plan that teachers, parents and students are helping to shape. Teachers care about their students. Parents care about their children’s future.
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AA MEETING, HAZELTON Sundays, 7 p.m. Wrinch Memorial Hospital, Christine Wesley Room. Closed for Dec. Will start again in January. For information phone 250-8425694 AL-ANON Phone Jean at 250-847-3749 or Lori at 250-847-3884. Meetings 7 p.m. Thursdays at Smithers United Church, corner of Queen St. and 8th Ave. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. Local Calls: 250-643-0794 Toll-free: 1-877-644-2266 SMITHERS MEETINGS: Sun., 7 p.m. Ranger Park, 3736-16th Ave.; Mon., 12 noon Courthouse, 3793 Alfred Ave., Main Floor Conf. Rm.; Tues., 7 p.m. Men’s Meeting, Ranger Park, 3736-16th Ave., Wed., 7 p.m. Evangelical Free Church, corner 15th & Main; Thurs., 12 noon Courthouse, 3793 Alfred Ave.,Main Floor Conf. Rm.; Thurs., 7 p.m. Ranger Park, 3736-16th Ave.; Fri., 7 p.m. Evangelical Free Church, corner 15th & Main; Sat., 7 p.m. BVD Hospital, 3950-8th Ave., Conf. Rm. ARE you pregnant and distressed? Phone Smithers Pro Life 250-847-2475 or 1-800665-0570. Office hours MonWed-Fri 10:30-1:30. Free pregnancy testing, non judgmental lay counseling and adoption information.
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Narcotics Anonymous Have drugs taken over your life? Do you have a desire to stop using? We can help. Narcotics Anonymous Meetings Smithers Friday 12 noon at the Courthouse, 3793 Alfred Ave., Main Floor Conference Room. 250-847-1726. THE Livestock Pedigree Act forbids selling a dog as purebred if unregistered. It provides fines of up to two months imprisonment for anyone who sells a dog as purebred and does not provide the Canadian Kennel Club registration papers. TOPS MEETING (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) every Monday evening 7 p.m. in the Baptist Church basement, Smithers. Everyone welcome. Call 250-847-9614 or www.tops.org for info.
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required for a progressive and established company based out of Smithers. Both full-time and part-time positions are available. Drivers must be organize, neat in appearance and have superb people skills. A class 4 or better drivers licence is required along with a clean drivers abstract. Please fax a brief resume with your driver’s abstract to 1-250-546-8879. Past applicants are encouraged to re-apply.
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: GRANT WRITER
The Town of Smithers is seeking the services of a grant writer in order to maximize the number of grants that the Town of Smithers and community organizations can achieve in 2012. The Grant Writer will work with the Town of Smithers Administration and local community groups and organizations to investigate and assess available grants, develop applications for selected grants and administer and develop final reports on successful grant applications. The Town of Smithers has a total of $10,000 to contract services of a grant writer, and the project is made possible by a $7500 grant from the Northern Development Trust and $2500 from the Town of Smithers. The duration of this contract is anticipated to be a minimum of four months and ideally throughout the year. The target is 433 hours of work. This term contract may be of interest to a University Student or Consultant. If you are interested in this contract opportunity, please submit a written proposal (by mail, fax or in person, electronic proposals cannot be accepted) including your experience, project plan, timeline and fee schedule no later than 4:00 pm. March 19, 2012 to: Susan Bassett Director of Corporate Services Town of Smithers Box 879, 1027 Aldous Street Smithers, BC, VOJ 2N0 FAX: 250 847-1601
Please bring your resume and apply to: Extra Foods 3752 – 4th Avenue South Smithers, BC, V0J 2N0 Attention: Ryan, Store Owner GITKSAN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION IS SEEKING AN: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR You are an energetic, self-motivated, task-oriented individual who enjoys varied responsibilities as the senior representative and service delivery authority. The Executive Director is responsible for implementing of programs, goals and objectives as set by the Board, staff and community development. Management, administrative and financial experience is essential. Basic Requirements: • Significant experience and understanding of organizational, community, Board and proposal development; • Knowledge and understanding of current local and provincial political climate; • must possess excellent organizational, written and verbal skills; • ability to plan, guide and direct Commission programs in social, economic, finance, technical services, housing, lands and membership; • above average interpersonal relationship skills; • working knowledge of band administration, Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development reporting requirements and program guidelines; • Post Secondary Degree in Administration/ Management is a definite asset; • Knowledge of Gitksan culture and language is an asset; • Must possess a valid driver’s license; • Criminal Record check to be carried out. Should you possess the necessary skills and qualifications to fill this position please submit a covering letter, resume and at least three references to: Gitksan Government Commission P.O. Box 335, HAZELTON, B.C. V0J 1Y0 Phone: 250-842-2248 or Fax: 250-842-6299 OR E-mail: diane.mcrae@ggc.gitxsan.com Phone: 250-842-0041 A detailed job description may be obtained from the same address. Salary is negotiable depending on experience. This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.
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Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Full-time TCC-Executive All Tahltan Central Council (TCC) Employees To Commensurate with Education and Experience
Chief Administrative Officer POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Tahltan Central Council Government Executive, primarily the President, the CAO is responsible for the day-to-day management of TCC’s operations. The CAO is responsible for the financial management and support to the Council, its committees and agencies. The CAO is responsible for coordinating the activities of all employees to ensure efficient delivery of public services approved by the Council. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES t Manages the day to day affairs of the councils, based on approved policies and bylaws of the Council. t Coordinates the development of policies and bylaws of the Council. t Prepares agendas and attends meetings of the Council and Council Committees. t Provides advice as required to the Council on matters of policy and finance. t Coordinates activities of TCC solicitor and other hired experts. t Ensures that risks are properly insured through the insurance provider. t Prepares and maintains current policies dealing with Council governance and management, e.g., finance, human resources, workplace safety, etc. t Coordinates information technology required by the operations. t Posts entries on a timely basis to the ledger. t Prepares monthly bank reconciliation for all bank accounts. t Prepares regular financial reports for the Council and staff. t Prepares working papers for the auditor as required. t Prepares and presents draft budgets to the Council. t Monitors budgets regularly and takes action on variances. t Prepares applications and claims for all grants available to the TCC. t Prepares and submits the annual reports to government agencies as required. t Administers employee benefit program. t Performs all other assigned duties. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS t University degree with studies in Public or Business Administration; and t Two or more years in a senior public sector management position. The position will be based in Dease Lake, British Columbia at the TCC office. Dease Lake is located in the Northwest Region of British Columbia, approximately 600km north of Terrace and Smithers, BC via Highway 37. Please visit our website at www.tahltan.org for more information on the Tahltan Central Council Please submit your Resume and Cover Letter, or CV to the address below: Attention: Annita Mcphee, President Email: annitamcphee@gmail.com Or info@tahltan.org Fax: 250-771-3020 Tahltan Central Council PO Box #69 Dease Lake, BC VOC 1LO Phone: 250-771-3274 Deadline is March 19, 2012
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Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is a Vancouver based mine company which operates a 16,400 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. The Mine Maintenance Team is expanding to the meet the challenges of the recently approved Main Zone Optimization (MZO) Project expansion.
Heavy Duty Mechanics On January 2, 2012 we received approval for the Main Zone Optimization Expansion Project which will extend mine operations to 2021. As a result, we will be expanding and modernizing our fleet of haul trucks, loading equipment, drills and support equipment and are seeking journeyperson mechanics to be part of our growing maintenance department during this exciting time. We are looking for self starters who can work safely with minimal supervision, work well in a team environment and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Responsibilities will include preventative maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems on 777 and 785 Cat Trucks, 992 Loader, Komatsu PC 2000 and 3000 Excavators, Cat support equipment, P & H 2100 shovels, Bucyrus-Erie and Atlas Copco rotary drills, and other small support equipment. Applicants for these positions must possess a journeyperson’s trade qualification (B.C. ticket) or an Interprovincial Heavy Duty Mechanic’s ticket and be able to perform basic welding. Experience with shovels and drills is not necessary but would be considered an asset for this position. Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. The work schedule for this position is 4 x 4 (4 days on, 4 days off) or 8 x 8 (8 days on, 8 days off) working 12 hours per day. Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston by bus and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley Valley on TransCanada Highway 16, an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca. Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of benefits including medical, life, disability income, RRSP savings plan and relocation allowance. We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified candidates can submit their resumes in confidence to:
Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000, Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com
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HELP WANTED Part-time Receptionist for busy physiotherapy clinic. Office experience with extensive computer skills necessary. Please apply within with resume at our office: 200-3848 Third Avenue, Smithers, B.C.
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The job includes troubleshooting hardware, software and network related problems for the administration of¿ce of All-West Glass and national af¿liates. Support for ¿eld operations will be performed online, by phone or on site as required. Responsible for IT related activities, including hardware & software maintenance & repair. Will report to an administrator for job assignments and time lines for upcoming projects. The successful candidate will demonstrate: • A good understanding of networking • Excellent MS Of¿ce knowledge (Word, Excel, Access, etc) • Previous Help Desk experience • Ability to upgrade and maintain computers • Windows XP/7, Server 2003/2008 experience • Crystal reports and knowledge of Cisco equipment an asset AWG Northern Industries Inc. offers a salary based on quali¿cations and experience and has an excellent bene¿t package. Some travel may be required. This position is based in Smithers. All interested applicants should forward their resumes in con¿dence to: Laura Stanton, AWG Northern Industries Inc. Box 850, 3424 Highway 16 E., Smithers, B.C. V0J 2N0 Phone: 250-847-9211 | Fax: 250-877-7610 lauras@awgni.com
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RV SALES REP needed for asap! We need someone to join the Voyager RV sales team! We have a rare opening for an energetic & effective RV salesperson, to start this Spring! It’s an amazing opportunity to sell the industry’s top selling RV brands (Jayco, Itasca, Winnebago towables, Northern Lite & more!) and work at the BC Interior’s Largest RV dealer. Email resumes to sales@voyagerrv.ca or fax to 250766-4640.
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HD MECHANICS 3rd or 4th apprentice or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics with their Red Seal and CVIP License to work in Red Deer & Hinton. Please call 250-718-3330 or Fax: 1-888-679-0759 For more information or send your resume & current drivers abstract to: driverclass1@shaw.ca
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Home Care/Support NURSES, Care Aides, Home Cleaners - Bayshore Home Health is hiring casual, on-call nurses, certified care aides and experienced cleaners. If you are: empathetic; personable; possess an outstanding work ethic; a “can do” attitude; a passion for superior client service, and a reliable vehicle, forward your resume to shgeekie@bayshore.ca.
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Trades, Technical DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Laborers and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Laborers will possess competency in assisting on the installation of all types of formwork, performing general labor work and placing concrete. Have the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com WRANGLER wanted for Chilcotin backcountry. 250-2382375 rides@sprucelaketours.ca
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3rd/4th Year Heavy Equipment Technician Apprentice Williams Lake - Western Region Reference Number: HET-14320-02062012
SMS Equipment Inc. supplies equipment parts and service to the construction, forestry and mining industries and utility product users. It was created to provide customers with integrated solutions and to expand our service capabilities as a nationwide organization. Are you interested in excelling in a fast paced, challenging environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. We are currently seeking a 3rd/4th Year Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician to work in our Williams Lake location.
The Role: • Perform assemblies, preventative maintenance, repairs and complete overhauls on construction/mining/forestry equipment. • Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required. • Make recommendations regarding extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement. • Think logically and keep up with changes in technology. • Interpret work order and technical manuals. • Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety. • Motivated and able to work in a challenging environment with minimal supervision. • Other duties as required.
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FOR THE 2012 SUMMER STUDENT AFTERNOON EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Town of Smithers invites students to apply for CUP... summer student positions in the Works & Operations and Recreation, Parks & Culture Departments. These are unionized position with CUPE Local 1570. For a complete list of positions available, eligibility requirements, job descriptions and application procedures, please consult the Town’s website www. smithers.ca under “Career Opportunities”. Please ensure you follow the application procedures completely as incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Application deadline is 4:00 pm, March 30, 2012.
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• Requires a thorough knowledge of maintenance and repair of construction/mining/ forestry equipment. • Strong organizational skills. • 3rd/4th year Heavy Equipment Technician Apprentice. • The ability to use precision measuring tools along with hand and power tools. • The ability to follow instruction, utilize shop and assembly manuals and be able to work with minimal supervision. • Possess a strong work ethic, a commitment to excellence, acute safety awareness. • The ability and attitude to ensure compliance to all workplace health and safety policies. • Effective interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy with a variety of individuals and groups. This is a very exciting time to be a part of SMS Equipment Inc.We are one of the largest Komatsu dealers in the world and believe our continued growth is a result of our highly skilled and engaged employees who deliver excellence in the workplace. If you are interested in working for a very dynamic company where your input, your ideas and your participation is valued, apply today. Our growth means your success.
Apply Today Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume by e-mail or fax, quoting reference number: HET-14320-02062012, to: E-mail: bcjobs@smsequip.com or Fax: (1)250.305.1070 SMS Equipment Inc. 1115 Boundary Street, Williams Lake, BC V2G 4K3
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STEEL OF a deal - Building sale! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
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DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Journeymen Carpenters and Foremen in Kitimat. BC, Canada. Red Seal Preferred. Carpenters must have experience with installation of footing forms, slab on grade forms, build and install wall, column and elevated horizontal forms. Ability to layout work, off supplied control lines. And the ability to correctly rig and hoist material, ability to signal, rig and work safely with cranes. Project Terms is Project Based Wages are in accordance with Project Labour Agreement between Kitimat Modernization Employer Association and Coalition of British Columbia Building Trades for the Kitimat Modernization Project Please forward resumes to patton@bakerconcrete.com
PLANER/MOULDER Technician Required for Planermill in Creston BC. Please Contact: justinstorm@shaw.ca Fax: (250) 428-2366 WELDERS WANTED. Journeyman 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. Located in Kitscoty, Alberta. 20km West of Lloydminster is looking for 15 individuals that want long term employment and a secure paycheque. Journeyman wages $33. $37.50/hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, profit sharing bonus. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine for an appointment or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca or p r o d u c t i o n @ a u t o t a n k s. c a . 780-846-2231 (Office), 780-846-2241 (Fax).
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Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is a Vancouver based mine company which operates a 16,400 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. The Accounting Team is expanding to the meet the challenges of the recently approved Main Zone Optimization (MZO) Project expansion.
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Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000, Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com
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The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the mine’s mid tier purchases, tenders and contracts, and will be responsible for the maintenance of Huckleberry Mines’ purchasing policies. Additional responsibilities will be establishing, and maintaining, appropriate inventory levels for all stock items. The successful candidate will report directly to the Accounting Superintendent, and will supervise the Purchasing / Warehousing Department. Applicants require a minimum of five years industrial purchasing experience, with preference given to individuals with an open pit mining background, and have a Purchasing Management Association of Canada certificate or equivalent. Experience with Guardian, Word, and Excel software would be considered an asset. Excellent negotiating, organizational, planning, and computer skills are required. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & SKILLS: • research abilities • people and communications skills • attention to detail and good memory • organizing, planning and prioritizing work • decision making and problem solving skills • administrative and computer skills • technical knowledge of the mining industry • budgeting abilities Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. The work schedule for this position is 4 days on followed by 3 days off. Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and Smithers by bus and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley Valley on TransCanada Highway 16, an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca. Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of benefits including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan. We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified candidates can submit their resumes in confidence to:
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The climate is cold on Planet BCTF VICTORIA – The stories began tumbling out as soon as last week’s column on teacher union indoctrination of students was posted on our websites. Most parents, retired teachers and administrators requested anonymity, because their kids and grandkids still have to go to school, or they have relatives or fair-weather friends in the B.C. Teachers’ Federation who mustn’t be enraged by any contradiction of their dogma. There was the Grade 3 art class in Langley where students were assigned to create antiBill 22 protest signs. There was the Grade 6 teacher in Greater Victoria who started a one-hour drill on BCTF talking points by telling students not to believe anything they see in
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My daughter has been subjected to hard-left environmental propaganda in elementary school. I’ve never seen anything quite like this. But hey, let’s be constructive here. First, I should emphasize I understand that these incidents do not represent the vast majority of dedicated teachers, who wouldn’t think of intentionally abusing their position for personal or political gain. I mean that sincerely. And thanks to all the teachers who sent me lecturing letters, particularly those who insist that they don’t really want another 16per-cent raise, because their first priority is improving classroom resources. Volume doesn’t permit individual responses to everyone. Authors who begin
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Dave & Sonia
mls n216319
$249,500
3 bedroom, downtown area C—1A zoning, residential, retail Includes apps & furnishings Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca
Dave & Sonia
$59,500
mls n216307
$499,000
#15 – 2123 Riverside Drive
1630 Telegraph St, Telkwa
8795 Horlings Road
3876 Second Avenue
4571 Tenth Ave, New Hazelton
1545 Kidd Road
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12x60 mobile home w/ 192sf add New roof, new siding New floor, windows, bath fixtures New kitchen, apps, wired shed
Karen Benson
mls n215615
5 bedroom, 3 bath family home 1982sf, newer laminate, apps incl H/E gas furnace, office, storage 2sheds,treehouse,playhouse, deck
Karen Benson
$2,100,000
mls n215797
5 acres in Lake Kathlyn area 4 bedroom, full basement home Open design, bright and cozy Mature landscaping, private road
Donna Grudgfield
$1,000,000
mls n216357
Office building or clinic 5 offices, 2 full bathrooms Reception area, staff lounge 75x125 lot, zoned C—1A
Donna Grudgfield
$349,500
mls n4505250
Thrived DVD/blueray rental/sales Incl equipment, fixtures, shelving Incl comp, scanners, inventory Owner will train new buyer
Donna Grudgfield
$108,500
mls n4505130
2 storey home on small acreage 4 bdrm, 3 bath, country kitchen Detached garage/shop and barn www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
mls n209393
$314,500
$255,000
2924a Highway 16
2969 Nineteenth Avenue
1461 Driftwood Crescent
Lot 6 Aurora Avenue
545 Columbia Street
4024 Walnut Drive
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Established industrial supply Serving forestry and mining Skidoo, Canam, Stihl Includes inventory & business
Leo Lubbers
mls n4504556
Pick up your FREE copy of our map of the Bulkley Valley View extra colour photos of our listings on the internet at www.remaxsmithersbc.ca or EMAIL US at remaxbv@telus.net
5 acres zoned M—2 industrial Highway exposure, good access Drilled well septic www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
Peter Lund Res. 847-3435
mls n4503223
Donna Grudgfield Res. 847-3787
Immaculate Silverking home Bright open layout, big kitchen 3 bdrm + den, main floor master Manicured yard with gardens
Ron Lapadat
Leo Lubbers Res. 847-3869
mls n215594
Ron Lapadat Cell. 847-0335
Over 60% sold Town sewer and water Lake front living Cul-de-sac location
Sandra Hinchliffe
Dave Barclay Cell. 847-0365
Sonia Apostoliuk Cell. 847-0937
mls n215546
2 acres, riverfront 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home Excellently maintained & updated 3 tier deck, great landscaping
Sandra Hinchliffe
Sandra Hinchliffe Cell. 847-0725
Charlie McClary Cell. 877-1770
mls n208936
Alida Kyle Res. 877-6050
Unique design, central location Large lot, 5 bedrooms, 3 level Spacious rooms, sunken living rm Vaulted ceilings, fireplace
Peter Lund
Karen Benson Cell. 847-0548
mls n210889
Jeff Billingsley 877-0838
ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. */x/†/††/^Offers apply to the purchase of a 2012 Cruze LS (R7A), 2012 Sonic LS Sedan (R7A) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,495). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Offer available to retail customers in Canada. See Dealer for details. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. GMCL, Ally Credit or TD Financing Services may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Chevrolet dealer for details. ††0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by Ally Financing for 72 months on new or demonstrator 2012 Cruze LS & 2012 Sonic LS Sedan. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $138.89 for 72 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000.00. Offer is unconditionally interest-free. Freight ($1,495) included. License, insurance, registration, PPSA, applicable taxes and fees not included. Limited time offer which may not be combined with certain other offers. ^Credit valid towards the purchase or lease of an eligible new 2011 or 2012 model year Chevrolet, GMC, Buick or Cadillac vehicle, excluding Chevrolet Volt, delivered between January 6th 2012 and April 2nd 2012. Customers must present this authorization letter at the time of purchase or lease. All products are subject to availability. See Dealer for eligibility. Only one $1,000 Bonus may be redeemed per purchase/lease vehicle. This offer may not be redeemed for cash. The credit amount is inclusive of any applicable taxes. As part of the transaction, dealer may request documentation and will contact GM to verify eligibility. The $1,000 Bonus is not compatible with the Employee New Vehicle Purchase Program or the Supplier Program New Vehicle Purchase Program. Void where prohibited by law. $1,000 offer is stackable with Cardholder’s current GM Card Earnings, subject to Vehicle Redemption Allowances. For complete GM Card Program Rules, including current Redemption Allowances, transferability of Earnings, and other applicable restrictions for all eligible GM vehicles, see your GM Dealer, call the GM Card Redemption Centre at 1-888-446-6232 or visit TheGMCard.ca. Subject to applicable law, GMCL may modify or terminate the Program in whole or in part with or without notice to you. Subject to Vehicle Redemption Allowances. For complete GM Card Program Rules, including current Redemption Allowances, transferability of Earnings, and other applicable restrictions for all eligible GM vehicles, see your GM Dealer, call the GM Card Redemption Centre at 1-888-446-6232 or visit TheGMCard.ca. Subject to applicable law, GMCL may modify or terminate the Program in whole or in part with or without notice to you. Primary GM Cardholders may transfer the $1,000 Bonus to the following eligible Immediate Family members, who reside at the Primary Cardholder’s residence: parents, partner, spouse, brother, sister, child, grandchild and grandparents including parents of spouse or partner. Proof of relationship and residency must be provided upon request. The $1,000 Bonus is not transferable to Immediate Family residing outside of the Primary Cardholders residence. ∞OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery) wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Subscription Service Agreement required. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.ca for OnStar’s Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and details and system limitations. Additional information can be found in the OnStar Owner’s Guide. WBased on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. +For more information visit iihs.org/ratings. ++U.S. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are a part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program.
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2012 CRUZE LS CLASS LEADING SAFETY FEATURES
Ţ IIHS 2012 Top Safety Pick+ Ţ NHTSA Highest Possible Overall Vehicle Score - Five Stars++ Ţ 10 Standard Airbags Ţ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
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2012 SONIC LS sedan
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Ţ 6 Airbags standard (10 available) Ţ StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability ControlSystem and Traction Control Ţ Four-wheel Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
PURCHASE PRICE
$ 15,990*
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SONIC LT 5-DOOR MODEL SHOWN.
5.6L/100KM HWY | 7.7L/100KM CITYŮ
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