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◆ Budget fever P. 4 ◆ Cultural Exchange P. 6

◆ Montgomery update P. 5 ◆ Kitchen talk P. 3

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How $1 equals $4 The local Community Foundation is still working on getting their initial $25,000 to get things started, and they have gotten a big boost in the right direction. The District of Fort St. James mayor and council have voted to match up to $10,000 in local donations for the foundation, which could translate into big bucks for the group. A dollar donated by a local person will then be matched by the district to make two dollars. This is then matched by Northern Development Initiative Trust, so the final value of the one dollar is four dollars. It will make reaching their first goal a lot easier, and now all they have to do is get those dollars from the community coming in. Fundraising events will also be taking place in upcoming months. Donations can be dropped off at the District of Fort St. James Office, where they can also receive tax deduction forms. For more information people can contact Joyce Helweg at 996-7293 or have a look at their webiste: www.fsjcf.org.

Burkhart Lepka keeps an eye on the weather while waiting for some wind on Stuart Lake on March 28. Lepka was out in Pitka Bay hoping to kite ski, but the wind only cooperated for a few seconds at a time. Ruth Lloyd Photo

Opening a can of worms Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier Mount Milligan Mine is looking at opening up their environmental assessment (EA) to make some changes. One change they would like to make would be to apply to maintain a camp on the mine site during the operational phase. According to Jocelyn Fraser, director of corporate responsibility for Thompson Creek, the need to reopen the EA is due to changes in commute times due to poor road conditions. The company expected the commute would take one hour to one hour and fifteen minutes, but it has been taking significantly longer and it may mean asking people to commit to a 15- or 16-hour day. There was no suggestion to change shift schedules, however. During their application process Fraser said they have had some people say they are not wanting to do such a long commute. The change would also allow the mine to expand their employee catchment area

to Prince George, Fraser Lake and Vanderhoof. They still feel the four-on, four-off schedule would keep the labour in the region, as it wouldn’t allow for travel from other parts of the country or province. “One of the big issues right now is there’s a shortage of skilled labour,” said Fraser. “It’s definitely a job-seeker’s market.” The mine is also hoping to change another aspect in its original plan, the loadout location, which was planned and approved to be located in Fort St. James, but would still need to be constructed. At the time of application, the load-out facility in Mackenzie was being used to capacity by Kemess Mine and the road from the mine site to Mackenzie was not up to grade for loaded ore trucks, according to Fraser. Both those situations have now changed, and she said Mount Milligan would like to examine this option. “We think it makes sense to take a look at using some of the existing infrastructure on the Mackenzie side,” said Fraser. In addition, using the road between Mackenzie and Mount Milligan for the

ore-hauling would keep the ore trucks off of public roads, while hauling the ore to Fort St. James would require driving down the North Road from the Rainbow Road to the Tachie Road. “We have to take a long-term look at what the road usage would be like based on what cut patterns are and all the rest,” said Fraser. The first step will be for Thompson Creek Metals to put a letter forward to the Environmental Assessment Office to start the process. Mayor Rob MacDougall said the maintenance of a camp during the operational phase is not what the community supported. The load-out changing to Mackenzie is also a concern for himself and council. “I guess from a business point of view … that’s fine,” he said. “But we supported the idea of the load-out here because it would have involved probably 20 fulltime, long-term jobs and we’re struggling to replace the job loss that we experienced from Stuart Lake Lumber where there was plus or minus 150 workers that were out of work.” Fraser said she will continue discus-

sions with both Mayor MacDougall as well as the Mackenzie mayor and the community. “It’s early in the process and we don’t have answers to all the questions but we felt it’s better to start talking to people early on about what we’re thinking,” she said. Fraser also pointed out the added opportunity for continued service jobs at a camp. They are now looking at design and logistical possibilities for the potential 300-person camp, but she said they are still going to offer the option for employees to live in Fort St. James or Mackenzie, and are continuing work on housing developments. The 12 townhouse units in Fort St. James will be available soon, as will 18 modular units in Mackenzie. The mine is also still continuing work on the 50-lot development in Fort St. James. They already have two singlefamily residences in Fort St. James and a 23-lot subdivision in Mackenzie. Mount Milligan still anticipates being operational by the third quarter of 2013, with full production by 2014.

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Cash for crops and cops Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier

(L-R) Mayor Rob MacDougall, RCMP Corporal Richard Brown and Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad stand in front of the Fort St. James RCMP detachment as Rustad presents a cheque for $6,000.

The local RCMP were given some cash to help target illegal crops in the area recently. On March 22, the provincial government announced some funding for area RCMP detachments to help in the fight against illegal marijuana grow operations. In Fort St. James, the detachment was awarded $6,000 from funds available through what are called Civil Forfeiture Grants. The grants are from money or items seized by police and believed to be instruments or the proceeds of criminal activity. The $6,000 will go towards the purchase of FLIR, which is thermal imaging equipment used in the detection of marijuana grow op activities or search and rescue efforts. A total of $5.5 million was distributed across the province through these grants.

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District of Fort St. James Calendar SUNDAY

MONDAY

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THURSDAY 5

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Zumba Fitness 6:30 PM, FSJSS

GOOD FRIDAY

SATURDAY 7

DISTRICT OFFICE CLOSED

Hoop Classes, 4 pm, Sowchea

8 EASTER SUNDAY

9 EASTER MONDAY DISTRICT OFFICE CLOSED

Arts Council Mtg @ 7:30 pm Enterprises Centre

Community 17 Foundation AGM @ 7pm CNC Cancer Support 5th Annual Youth Soccer Children’s Festival Group at Sue’s, 12-3pm @ David Hoy Registration 6-8pm @ 3:30pm, David Hoy School Call 996-8639 Nak’azdli 6th CCP Mtg 1-3pm @ Kwah Hall

23 Arts & Culture Week

Arts & Culture Week

Community Pitch-In Week!

12 Youth Soccer

Council Meeting 7 p.m.

Registration 6-8pm @ David Hoy School

13 UNBC & District FSJ host Creative Expression through Art, 10-3pm, Lunch Provided, Call 996-8233

Zumba Fitness Stuart Lake 6:30 PM, FSJSS Hospital Aux. Hoop Classes, 4 pm, Meeting 7 pm Sowchea Community 19 18 20 Community Pitch-In Week! Pitch-In Week! Zumba Fitness Youth Soccer Guiness World Record 6:30 PM, FSJSS Registration Hoop Classes, 4 pm, Event @ Arena, 6-8pm @ David Sowchea Largest Hoy School NHS Public Open House Fitness Workout, 6:30-8pm 12-12:45pm Light Refreshments! 25 Council Meeting 26 Arts & Culture 27 Arts & Culture Week Week 7 p.m. Community Community Arts & Culture Week Pitch-In Week! Pitch-In Week! Zumba Fitness Snowmobile, ATV Day of Mourning 6:30 PM, FSJSS Club AGM, 7pm @ Ceremony @ District Hoop Classes, 4 pm, Fairgrounds Ofﬁce 11 am Sowchea

14 District 4-H Public Speaking 10:30am @ FSJSS Gym

21 Community Pitch-In Week!

28 Arts & Culture

Week Community Pitch-In Week! Ladies Night Grad 2012 Fundraiser 7pm Dinner TIX @Barton Ins & Pharmacy

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Community Pitch-In Week!

promoting health & well-ness. Friday, April 13th 10-3pm. Call 996-8233 to register today.

UTILITY NOTICE Utility bills (water/sewer/garbage) for the period of January 1 to June 30, 2012 have been mailed out to all eligible property owners. To qualify for a 10% discount, payment must be received in the District Office by the close of business on Monday, April 30, 2012. Post-dated cheques will be accepted, and mailed remittances must be postmarked no later than April 30, 2012 to qualify for the discount. To claim a Senior’s Discount of 50% you must provide identification indicating that you are 65 years of age or older, and payment must be received on or before the discount date. Property owners are responsible for the payment of utilities. If you have not received an invoice, or the information is not correct, please contact the District Office at 996-8233. The office is located at 477 Stuart Drive West; hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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LEFT: The tiny kitchen in St. Patrick’s Church where volunteers cook for up to 80 people. Ruth Lloyd Photos

the food program itself, potentially freeing up dollars for the renovations. Councillor Riley Willick also brought forward the idea of using Fort St. James Bucks for the grantin-aid in order to keep the benefits local. Councillor Dave Birdi voiced reservations about funding the meal programs in a community experiencing relative economic prosperity. “When I see all the economic activity in this town, I try to find pews. ning, and some local businesses the value of it,” said Birdi. “When The eating area currently ac- also help out, including Sana’aih we start putting in over time, incommodates up to 24 people, so Market and Fas Gas, and a Vanstead of the problem going away patrons must eat in shifts, but even derhoof rancher has offered to do… we’re really not solving the after the expansion, there will only nate an entire beef as well. problem.” be room for up to 36 at a time. This “People are really enthusiastic Councillor Joan Burdeniuk, is far less than the up to 80 people about it and we feel that the fundhowever, defended the necessity who can attend the free meals. ing will come and the need of the of these types of programs even in So far, the church has man- community will be met,” said Antimes of prosperity. aged to take in significant amounts drews. “Having economic developthrough private donations towards The church has also applied ment can be very good for some the cause, with money coming to First Nations in the area and people, but it can be very costly from both the Vanderhoof and Fort the Regional District of Bulkley for some people,” said Burdeniuk. St. James communities, according Nechako. “It’s a tricky balancing act.” to Reverend Gwen Andrews. The Food Bank distribution “It definitely fills a need in the Some of this money was from will now be going on the last Tuescommunity,” said Willick. Both “large anonymous donations,” day of every month, with distribuWillick and Burdeniuk agreed said Andrews, “so we believe that tion being looked after by Holly they would feel more comfortable people are really responding well Keyowski and some friends. funding the program itself rather to the need.” Anyone wanting to donate or in than the kitchen upgrades to the A standing list of volunteers need of emergency food supplies church. cook and donate the food each can contact Reverend Andrews at: The church currently donates week to keep the program run- 250-567-6744. the five foot by eight foot kitchen space to volunteers who provide the breakfast and lunch programs. The Community Events are free of charge as they are sponsored kitchen size only acby the Caledonia Courier commodates a stove COMING EVENTS... week we offer a Fellowship time information. and a double sink Will appear as space is available, with soup, music, and prayer, *** with some counter free of charge in this section. at St Patrick’s Anglican Church FORT ST. JAMES SEARCH events are available to Hall beginning at 6.00pm. Please & RESCUE... steering commitspace, the fridge is in Coming non-profit organizations only. come and join us. tee meetings first Tuesday of evthe hallway and food This area is not intended for *** ery month. 7:00 p.m. above the WINTER Fort St. James Firehall. Training for the food bank is thank you submissions or selling FIREWEED It is simply a place for CLOTHES DRIVE...The Fire- is the third Tuesday of every stacked in church products. nonprofit organizations a place weed Safe Haven is doing a win- month at the Firehall at 7 p.m.

Kitchen expansions resulted in a lot of talk around the table at a recent council meeting. While renovating a kitchen might not seem like a topic for political debate, it is when the kitchen in question is one: in a church, and two: the site of a local breakfast program, a lunch program and a makeshift food bank to feed locals in need. St. Patrick’s Church, Diocese of Caledonia had applied to the District of Fort St. James for a grant-in-aid to help with a proposed kitchen expansion of the local facility being used to feed 40-80 people per meal at a Lunch Program and a Breakfast Program each week. The grant-in-aid requested from the local district was $2,500 towards the total cost of the expansion, estimated at over $46,000. The group still needs to raise $22,000 at last count and the local Fort St. James mayor and council were still deciding what to do with the request. Last year, a request for a grantin-aid was turned down because the funding would be for physical upgrades to the church building instead of the program, and the district balked at the implications of funding a religiously affiliated facility. However, there are no rules preventing giving funding from grant-in-aid to these organizations according to Kevin Crook, administrative officer for the District of Fort St. James. As an option, Emily Colombo, economic development officer for the District of Fort St. James, suggested the possibility of funding

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Budget fever Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier Ahh, spring is in the air, and so is federal budget fever. Smoke is almost visible across the country as many people have some coming out of their ears as they shout outrage at proposed cuts which will see a 10 per cent cut to CBC, the elimination of the Katimavik Program for youth, changes to eligibility for pensions and the elimination of over 19,000 federal public sector jobs in the next three years. There is always protest, anger and a whole lot of disgruntled reaction to any federal budget, after all, comfortable in our existence as we sometimes are in North America, change scares us. It can intimidate us as we peer down the road towards our future retirement or, in the case of people my age and younger, we dread retirement because while we will pay our entire lives into the national pension plan, the likelihood of our generations seeing any of it is not high, and the ratio of incomes to home purchase costs are not exactly promising us extra cash to work with. But on the bright side, we’ll have more years to save for it now, as eligible age increases take effect. The entire budgetary process seems like such an orchestrated event to create drama, intrigue and distraction, starting at the annual photo op for the federal finance minister buying new shoes. What a strange tradition (I thought with all the budget cuts, buying new shoes for the finance minister would be history, no?). Alas, this year, all the outcry and jumping up and down will once again take place, but Harper’s majority will also once again likely fail to respond to any critics

or opposition demands, and use their majority to push through another Conservative mandate, F-35s and all. With changes to Old Age Security, the cries will be loud and they will be long, but perhaps this is just what the government wants. Old Age Security is a handy noisemaker, as the most active participants in our democracy tend to be of the older generations, and everyone knows the Official Opposition of the NDP has a strong support base in the seniors category. But on the positive side, no one will likely find fault with the closing of the gap between eligible ages for pensions between federal employees and the rest of us, from a five-year gap (60-65) to now a two-year gap (6567). Nor will anyone in the public mind public servants will have to share more of the cost of their own pensions than they did before, after all, most of the rest of us have to save our own money, why not federal employees? The elimination of the penny is another bonus which will brighten most people’s days. Only the truly sentimental should see a real benefit to the obsolete coin, one I have watched thrown in the garbage too many times to lament its loss. Why spend money and energy to make something most people can’t be bothered to pick up when they sweep the floor? The responses after the budget was read were coming in fast and furious to my inbox, with seniors groups, veterans groups, environmental organizations and youth organizations releasing instant condemnation of the budget while Enbridge, the Certified Management Accountants, the Mining Association of Canada and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce were all busy putting out releases in high praise of the budget.

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I am no financier, in fact, finances are a major weakness of mine - I am a journalist after all, no one with money sense goes into journalism - but just from looking at the responses, the benefits in this budget seem quite clearly in favour of business. It also seems like an Alberta-tailored budget, something any Albertan could love. Oil subsidies are reportedly being maintained at this point, but environmental processes and scrutiny are being cut on all fronts, good news for those poor, haggard oil companies, we don’t want to make them work any harder than they have to after all. Federal food inspection funding will be cut, which is great news for slaughterhouses, large-scale ranching and meat production, another Alberta tradition. Another little bonus for the west, there will be deep cuts to Ottawa. Nothing makes westerners happier than seeing the “Ottawa elite” bleed from cuts to what are often seen as cushy government jobs - unlike us rugged westerners. Strangely enough, the budget talk seems to have drowned out much of the recent hubbub about the “robocalling” investigation, but have no fear, Harper didn’t forget. Or perhaps it is just a coincidence he has cut back Elections Canada Officers at a rate seven times greater than any of the other officers of parliament’s budgets(reported by Nathan Cullen). Should have all the cuts in place just before the next election, happy chance or further erosion of our democracy? Petrostate here we come? I eagerly await further details of the budget, like a starving and beaten child waiting for a crumb of nourishment, those of us lingering near the poverty line would take any bright spot right about now.

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Courier Montgomery investigation continues Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier Police are asking people enjoying the outdoors to keep their eyes peeled for anything out of the ordinary on backroads. As the warmer weather comes and more people are outside enjoying the backwoods, RCMP are asking those in the Prince George, Vanderhoof and Fort St. James areas using gravel roads, power lines and gravel pits to keep a look out for evidence or remains. The request is in connection with the continuing investigation into the death of Natasha Montgomery. Cody Legebokoff has been charged with Montgomery’s murder, but her remains have not yet been found. Legebokoff was charged with the murder

The black 2004 GMC pickup truck of Cody Legebokoff, who has been charged with the murder of Natasha Montgomery. RCMP are asking anyone who may have seen it on backroads in the area in the fall of 2010 to contact Crime Stoppers. RCMP Photo

of Loren Leslie shortly after he was stopped leaving a backroad between Vanderhoof and Fort St. James on November 27, 2010. The body of 15-year-old Loren Leslie was then found off the logging road Legebokoff was pulling out of. The subsequent investigation into Loren

Leslie’s death lead police to also charge Legebokoff with the murders of Jill Stuchenko, Natasha Montgomery and Cynthia Maas as well. All of the other alleged murder victims were found off of gravel roads a short distance from a main road or highway, therefore RCMP are hoping to find

evidence of Montgomery’s remains in similar areas. RCMP have already conducted some searches in “high priority areas” and will be continuing their efforts in the region, but are looking to identify additional areas to search. Constable Leslie Smith, media relations officer for the RCMP said anyone who may have noticed a vehicle pulling out of a forest service road or backroad between September 2010 and November 2010 and wondered “why is that person there?” should contact RCMP. Hikers, hunters or anyone else using backroads should keep an eye out for any birds gathering, any articles of clothing or anything out of place or which draws their attention. “Hopefully this message targets anyone that

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Cultural Exchange LEFT: Harold Isaac sits at his booth during the Nak’azdli Cultural Exchange in Kwah Hall on March 28. Isaac is a drummaker and holds workshops to teach people the traditional art. “You try to be humble with whatever you do,’” said Isaac.

Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier For two days last week, Naka’zdli’s Kwah Hall was filled with booths and speakers and demonstrations of all aspects of local culture. There were presentations by Thompson Creek, the Fort St. James National Historic Site, and government ministries, but the spotlight was on Dakelh (Carrier) culture. The goal of the two days was to promote Dakelh cultural traditions and to promote a networking opportunity for the entire community, according to Angel Ransom, comprehensive community plan (CCP) coordinator for Nakazdli Band Council. Ransom organized the event, and hosted it as well. “I’m loving it, it’s just a lot,” she said. There had been cultural exchanges in 2008 and 2009, according to Ransom, but it was her first time hosting the event for the community. “It’s been a real honour,” she said. She based the event on what she has been hearing in meetings with the community members about their desire to revitalize the local Dakelh culture, language and traditions. The exchange gave different organizations an opportunity to explain how their work relates to Nak’azdli and a chance for them to learn more about some of the Dakelh protocols and traditions. The two-day event was kicked off with a mock potlatch, the traditional governance system, so people could learn more about what a potlatch is and it’s significance. “That was a big highlight,” said Ransom. Hereditary Chief Tsohdih (Pete Erickson) and Leonard Thomas walked through the Bah’lats (potlatch) over two hours and Ransom said the event was well-attended. “That was a great learning opportunity,” she said. The booths around the hall included some very diverse and interesting things, with information on the history and descendants of Chief Kwah, basket making, bead working, Dakelh language, drum making and a very informative display on the sweat lodge tradition and practice.

Library Notes April is Amnesty Month April is Amnesty Month at the Fort St. James Bicentennial Library! Fines will be forgiven on any overdue items returned to the library during the month of April 2012. Take advantage of this outstanding opportunity to return your long overdue items free of charge, and avoid being billed for the replacement cost of those items. You can either bring the items into the library or return them in our blue drop box located outside the library entrance. Story Time Story Time is offered at the Fort St. James Bicentennial Library every Wednesday afternoon from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. year round. Children ages three to six are welcome to join our friendly staff for storytelling, songs, finger rhymes, craft activities, felt board stories and puppet shows. Author Visit The Fort St. James Bicentennial Library will be hosting a two-author event at the library from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 29, 2012. BC Book Prize author Charlotte Gill, shortlisted for the Hubert Evans Non-Fiction

Prize and Bill Duthie Booksellers’ Choice Award for Eating Dirt, will be on hand to discuss her book. Children’s author Pamela Porter, shortlisted for the Sheila A. Egoff Children’s Literature Prize for her book I’ll be Watching will also be here, so be sure to bring the kids. Spring into Reading We have lots of new books in the library for your spring reading pleasure. Fans of Clive Cussler will be sure to enjoy his new Isaac Bell adventure The Thief. Ever popular Janet Evanovich has published her newest novel Love in a Nutshell, and Patricia Cornwell has a new Scarpetta novel out called Red Mist. Thomas Perry’s Poison Flower: A Jane Whitfield Novel is sure to please many readers, but perhaps M.C. Beaton’s Hamish Macbeth mystery Death of a Kingfisher is more your style. In addition, there are new titles available from authors such as Danielle Steel, Lisa Gardner, Jonathan Kellerman, Jennifer Chiaverini, Nevada Barr, Diana Gabaldon, Jack Higgins, and Stuart Woods, to name just a few. So come on down to the Fort St. James Bicentennial Library and stock up on your favourite reading material. See you soon!

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Youth council Eighteen interested teens came out to the very first meeting to begin a youth council in the community. The council will consist of high school age youth interested in helping to develop youth programming in the area. The group is going to meet again April 17, but is already working on a name, logo, mission statement and Facebook page thanks to modern technology which will allow them to make some decisions collectively online instead of having to meet in person. “We don’t want to waste lots of meetings going over the fine details,” said Jana Gainor, youth program coordinator for the Fireweed Collective Society. The council and other programs are thanks to a grant of $197,000 from the Community Action Initiative Fireweed received last year. The funding will help to implement programs and activities for youth over the next two years, by which time they will hopefully be able to obtain further funding. The youth council will also have a budget which the students can then put towards implementing some of their own ideas and initiatives. “I’m trying to guide them but not influence them too much,” said Gainor, who was impressed with not only the diversity and the numbers of the turnout, but the interest in the council meeting attendees.

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There’s nickel in those hills. At least according to Brian Butterworth of Cliffs Natural Resources, there is enough nickel in a deposit in the Trembleur Lake area to warrant further investigation. For the past two years, a drilling program in the area, in what is called the Decar Nickel Project, has resulted in increased interest from Cliffs, a Cleveland, Ohio based company with mines operating in Michigan, Minnesota, Quebec, Australia and Brazil. Within the last couple of years, the company has been making large investments in Canadian mining, purchasing a company in Quebec and two in Ontario to gain interest in a chromite deposit in the region. Cliffs has also entered into an agreement with First Point Minerals, which has been doing exploration in the Fort St. James area for a number of years, and through Cliffs’ funding of a drilling program to further examine the nickel deposit near Trembleur Lake, has earned a 51 per cent stake in the project. “We thought the project had some potential,” said Butterworth, who also said the drill program results so far are encouraging enough to continue moving forward and further drilling will be taking place to complete what is called a “scoping study” which is a preliminary economic assessment of the project, looking at the characteristics of the deposit and helps provide a picture of the capital cost requirements for

mining the deposit. From what has been found so far, the nickel deposit has some very positive aspects which make it more attractive for extraction. For one thing, the mineral ore body is relatively close to the surface, which would make open pit extraction of the low-grade ore less costly. The mineral is also present in a form more environmentally friendly to extract. A nickel-iron compound called aweurite present in the rock does not have the sulphur associated with many mineral deposits, and it is the sulphur which normally results in acid-rock drainage from the oxidation of the rook once it is exposed to the surface air. With aweurite, however, the nickel-iron compound can be separated from the raw ore using the magnetic compounds of the mineral and gravity and the waste rock is inert. In many mining operations, chemical processes are used to separate the concentrate out from the waste rock and the waste rock must be contained because it causes acid-rock drainage and can impact any water in the area. This would not be the case with the mineralization being looked at on this project. Baseline environmental studies will also be taking place and monitoring of rivers and creeks in the area. The scoping study, if completed by February of 2013, will then earn Cliffs a 60 per cent interest in the project. “We’re well underway,” said Butterworth. “This is beyond exploration, it’s deposit definition.”

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He and two consultants working with Cliffs, Laureen Whyte and Denise A. Lockett, visited the area to meet with business and community leaders last week to start building local relationships. The scoping study drilling is all fully permitted and ready to go, and the company is working with Tl’azt’en Nation as well to develop an agreement or memorandum of understanding on the work the company is doing and Tl’azt’en’s role in it. “If it went as smoothly as possible … we should be through a scoping study by the end of the year,” said Butterworth. If the results of the scoping study are positive, a pre-feasability study would be the next step, followed by a feasibility study which is the final step necessary before obtaining financing for project development. While still too soon to know whether or not the project would go ahead depending on commodity prices, development costs, etc., construction could then take place in five to six and a half years. The group also has been meeting with College of New Caledonia administration to discuss training requirements for workers, with Ann McCormick at a recent council meeting with the group from Cliffs. McCormick said the college will be offering relevant programs starting this spring for driller’s helpers and professional cooks, both of which the project will be requiring this year. The group also said should the results indicate they can move forward, they will also be looking at other community groups to work with as part of being “good corporate citizens.”

Fort St. James mayor and council filed and received a report on research into the Northern Living Allowance and Senior Citizens Medical Services Plan. The report found a resolution already submitted at the Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) conference in 2011 already addressed concerns around lack of a Northern Living Allowance for residents of communities at the end of secondary highways, like Fort St. James, and concerns over medical services plan (MSP) payments for seniors. The report by Kevin Crook, chief administrative officer for Fort St. James, concluded council did “not need to pursue further resolutions on these topics at this time” because the resolutions put forward to the UBCM already address these topics. The one resolution asks for the elimination of MSP payments for seniors and the second asks for the re-evaluation of “all northern communities, their level of isolation and their access to necessary services to ensure that there is consistency and fairness across Canada” in regards to the Northern Living Residents Deduction. Mackenzie residents receive some Northern Living Allowance, while Fort St. James residents, further from a larger centre, do not.

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Chamber Chatter Member Profile: T’loh Forest Products Tl’oh Forest Products Limited Partnership was formed in 1995 as a Joint Venture between the Nak’azdli Band and Apollo Forest Products. The plant is located on the Nak’azdli reserve in Ft. St. James, BC. This venture is viewed as a model for a successful relationship between industry and First Nations. The partnership was first formed to produce I-Joist and fingerjoint product. The challenges of importing I-Joist components resulted in the plant focusing exclusively on fingerjoint production. Tl’oh currently produces heat rated, fingerjoint studs for vertical use in 2”x4” and 2”x6” with PET trims from 8’-12’. The majority of our product goes into the US marketplace. Fingerjointing lumber is a manufacturing process that takes the trim- ends produced by primary mills and through a process, cuts fingers and adds an adhesive making a longer piece of lumber. Fingerjoint production allows our industry to recover lumber that would have originally been discarded as waste. This product is straighter and stronger than conventional studs, with a higher degree of usability per finished package of lumber. Tl’oh employs over 55 people on two shifts per day. The success of this operation is due to the high standard of work performed by each of our dedicated employees. Tl’oh has been a proud member of the Ft. St. James Chamber of Commerce for over 10 years. Our membership has provided us the opportunity to remain active within our community.

Living Debt Free-is it possible? Some hints 1. Live on Less– Calculate how much you make a month, and simply reduce your monthly expenses (May require touch choices depending on in come). 2. Make more money– Sounds like a no brainer, but are you willing to get extra work on the weekends or time off by doing. Its not sexy, but even an extra $50 a day is another $1000 you didn’t have. 3. Don’t Use credit-Unfortunately many Canadians are attracted to easy credit. Although its important to have a credit card for emergencies and credit history, it should not be a vital artery to your daily life. Try and not carry a balance, and pay it off before the interest tags you. 4. Establish a Budget-establish a realistic budget, but always allow room for entertainment. Try and not fallback on your credit card. By establishing a budget, you can easily stay away from debt. 5. Start a Envelope System-Divide your income at the start of the month into different envelope’s (gas, food, utilities, savings, entertainment etc). If you have run dry in one envelope, then leave the others alone. 6. Pay off your Credit Cards-Pay of the biggest debt ﬁrst, and then move on to the next one. 7. Create A Rainy Day Fund-Start setting money aside every month for an emergency that will sustain you if you lose your job, become ill, etc. 8. Save for the Future-For every year you work, save a minimum of 10% of your salary in tax-friendly retirement funds. 9. Manage your expectations-Living debt free is a strategic and having the mental discipline to motivate yourself in taking that direction.

Member Profile: Frost Lake Logging Over the past 15 years, Frost Lake Logging has steadily developed their business, created joint ventures, offered new services, & expanded pre-existing ones in order to serve the needs of our growing list of customers and clients. As they have continued to grow, Frost Lake is confident that they will surpass their own reputation by continuing to be competent and adaptable in an increasingly demanding forest, mining and petroleum exploration industry. Operating in the Prince George and Fort St. James areas give them a unique ability to be an active contributor to both communities by creating jobs, sponsoring local events, donating to causes and building strong relationships with First Nations communities. In today’s forestry market the only thing that is certain is that there will be more change. Frost Lake continues to look forward towards the future with confidence knowing that their team in the office and the field are the some of the best and, along with state-of-the-art equipment. Frost lake is prepared to meet those changes and challenges of tomorrow and continue to bring value to their clients. Frost Lake continues to be a major player within the community and does so by continually sponsoring local events such as the 14th annual Fishing Derby. In closing the Fort St. James Chamber of Commerce graciously thanks Frost Lake Logging for their generous contribution. The Fishing Derby would of not been able to take off without your help. Thanks Frost Lake Logging, we P.O. Box 1164 115 Douglas Avenue, Fort St. James, B.C V0J 1P0 Telephone: 250-996-7023 Fax: 250-996-7047 Toll Free: 1-800-608-7698 appreciate what you do for the community of Fort St. James. Email: fsjchamb@fsjames.com

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Administrative Assistant Tl’azt’en Nation Education Department Job Posted: March 27, 2012 Deadline: April 10, 2012 Interviews: April 12, 2012 The Education Department is seeking a self motivated, business-office skilled individual whose duties will be to provide administrative assistance in a variety of areas including Receptionist and Adult Education. Qualifications: ● Certificate in Office Skills or currently registered in an accredited office worker program ● Grade 12 Dogwood Diploma or equivalent Required Skills ● Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and e-mail programs and willing to learn other software programs as needed. ● Able to communicate respectfully and cheerfully at all times ● Is knowledgeable about standard office procedures: messaging, multi-line phone system, filing, faxing, photo copier maintenance etc. ● Have very good written communication skills. ● Able to do research: ask, phone, acquire information from suppliers, and post secondary institutions. ● Typing proficiency at least 40wpm Criminal Record Check must be completed before interview Covering letters are required with resume as the covering letter will be part of the screening process. Only those applicants who will be screened for interview will be contacted. Submit applications to: Georgina Alexis PO Box 2176 Fort St. James, BC V0J 1P0 Ph: (250) 648-3227 Fax: (250) 648-3288 Or Deliver in person at the Education Centre, Tache in a sealed envelope with your name clearly marked and the job posted.

• Minimum of grade 12 or a diploma or certificate in a related field. • Good communication skills - both written and oral • Some experience or training in file management • Good interpersonal skills in a team atmosphere • Willing and able to attend training if needed • Confidentiality is a must Please submit resumes to: Aileen Prince, Health Director P.O. Box 1238 Fort St. James, BC V0J 1P0 Fax: 250-996-2262 Deadline for applications is 4:00PM on April 6, 2012 Interviews will be set up with those candidates who meet the minimum requirements.

Woodlands Division

Development and Operations Field Supervisor The KDL Group of companies is a dynamic and growing organization headquartered in Fort St. James, British Columbia that offers a competitive wage and an attractive benefit package. The woodlands division of the KDL Group manages a range of forest licenses within the Fort St. James and Mackenzie Forest Districts and is seeking an individual to strengthen our team. The KDL Group woodlands division is currently looking for a full time Development and Operations Field Supervisor for our Mackenzie and Fort St. James operations. The qualified candidate will be responsible for quality assurance for forest development including block and road development, block reconnaissance and cruising. Other responsibilities include harvesting and road inspections and log quality assurance. The successful applicant will have experience in forestry development work and preference will be given to those applicants that are eligible for registration with the ABCFP. The applicant must be able to demonstrate competencies in leadership and communication as well as be physically fit to endure the rigors of full time field work. Application deadline is April 27, 2012. Please email resumes to forestry@kdlgroup.net

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One for the books

Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier April 20, 2012 should be one for the books — the record books that is. If Julie Leggatt has anything to say about it, Fort St. James just might make the Guiness Book of World Records this year, if all goes as planned. Leggat is helping to coordinate and organize the Fort St. James efforts involved in an attempt at the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest fitness circuit workout. The current world record is for 317 people at a single venue. The attempt on April 20 will be with the goal of 5,0000 people at a minimum of 10 venues, the Fort Forum being one of them. The Cowichan Sportsplex in Duncan will be leading the event, as the original idea came from their events coordinator. The idea started with Jessica Anderson on Vancouver Island who is a friend of friends of Leggatt’s, and so Anderson invited Leggatt to get Fort St. James involved, and Leggatt, an education assistant at David Hoy Elementary, liked the idea. “We thought it was a great way to bring our community together in a healthy, positive way,” she said. So about six weeks ago she began talking to Anderson about it and talking to others in

L-R: Grace Perry, Nicole Boyd, Reid Klassen, Daniel Repko, Ben George and Nikolai Legebokoff all practice their lunges for the attempt on April 20 for the Guinness World Record for largest circuit workout. Ruth Lloyd Photo

the community. In the last month, she has gotten more involved in the organization and has so far gotten participation commitments from every local area school which was available on the date. So David Hoy, Sow-

chea, Nakalbun, and Fort St. James Secondary School will all be there on the big day. Leggatt also hopes their parents will want to get involved as well to help show leadership and how important healthy, active lifestyles

are for children. The circuit will be a “quick, easy workout that everybody should be capable of doing,” said Leggatt. It will consist of a series of fairly simple exercises people can do at their own level and will go

for 30 minutes. The attempt will take place at noon on April 20 at the Fort Forum, but participants should be there by 11:30 a.m. so they have time to sign in to be counted. “This event is going to

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be big,” said Anderson in her release about the event, “and it is going to bring attention to how important fitness is in our lives.” The record attempt will be videotaped and photographed for documentation for the Guinness

Book and once participants begin, they have to stay for the 30 minutes of the circuit to be counted. Anyone who would like to help or would like more information can contact Julie Leggatt at 250-996-1936.