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Locals respond to the beginning of boating season out on Nechako River

Caledonia Courier Thompson Creek Metals said the company is not looking to house their entire operational staff on site. The clarification of some of their application to amend their environmental assessment certificate (EAC) came after the article in the May 16 issue of the Caledonia Courier went to press. While the original plan for a permanent camp said the company would like to apply to have a 300-person camp on site at Mount Milligan, the actual EAC amendment has asked for a 450-person camp instead. “It was our original intention that we would have accommodation for about 300 of the workforce, what we’re also asking for is the capacity to accommodate contractors, maintenance personnel, visitors from other sites, temporary employees,” said Jocelyn Fraser, director of corporate responsibility for Thompson Creek Metals. “We want to make sure that we have capacity to accommodate the full gamut of people who could be on site.” The amendment application also asks to change the location of the load-out facility in the original application from Fort St. James to Mackenzie. The original plan was approved to build a rail load-out facility in the industrial area on the Tachie Road to ship out the metal concentrate after it was brought down in trucks from the mine. Thompson Creek now says they would prefer to use Mackenzie as the location for the load-out because the connector road has been upgraded to accommodate the concentrate trucks since the original application, and there would be no use of public roads to ship the material out from Mackenzie, only forestry roads. In addition, there is a Kemess load-out Thompson Creek may be able to negotiate a lease on instead of having to construct their own initially. The change is not a desire to avoid working with Fort St. James, according to Fraser. “Currently we have offices in both Mackenzie and Fort St. James, and currently most of the employees out of the Fort St. James office live in the

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GENTLY DOWN THE STREAM: WIth boating season underway locals are quick to stretch their boating legs and head out on Nechako River.

community of Fort St. James,” she said. There are 19 personnel working out of the Fort St. James office, and 22 out of Mackenzie, so similar numbers of employees are based in each community. The application Thompson Creek has submitted to the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office (BCEAO) does include a proposed process, but Fraser said the company is waiting for the BCEAO to define the review process and key dates.

There are concerns from the District of Fort St. James and Nak’azdli the time frame for comments on the proposed amendments was far too short. “The key thing for us is we’re looking to (be operational) in the third quarter of 2013,” said Fraser. “So every decision for us related to project planning backs up from that commissioning date.” She also said the permission to build an operational camp is a matter of importance while they are trying to hire for

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over 100 positions. So to help us meet that recruitment drive, we’re hoping for some clarity around the kind of options that are going to be available to people.” Fraser remains optimistic about the opportunities an operational camp could provide for the surrounding communities in terms of service jobs. Fraser will be presenting at the next council meeting in Fort St. James on May 23 at 7 p.m..

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WorkSafeBC checking explosion links DeLynda Pilon

Prince George Free Press Parallels between the Babine Sawmill fire and the Lakeland Mills explosion prompted WorkSafeBC to share similarities investigators pinpointed between the incidents with industry leaders and the public Monday. The last update on the Babine fire, given May 2 shortly after the Lakeland explosion, contained few comparisons since investigators had just got on the ground at Lakeland. By Friday, however, investigators noted the likely source of ignition during both events was the same. “Today we directed employers’ attention to similarities that have been observed during the course of both investigations,” Jeff Dolan, WorkSafeBC director of investigations, said. “They may be coincidental but certainly cannot be ignored. We stress they are observations, not final conclusions.”He said the likely source of ignition at both Babine and Lakeland was located at the conveyor level where electrical and/or mechanical equipment was in operation in areas contained by walls and equipment. These areas are in the lower levels or basement in both mills. At the same time, investigators have concluded that five key elements must be in place for an explosion to occur: fuel, ignition, oxygen, dispersement and containment. A fire, on the other hand, requires fuel, ignition and oxygen. It explodes when it becomes contained. In both cases, when investigators went into explosions sites they were completely destroyed, but with the help of eyewitnesses and architectural designs, they were able to determine the fires occurred in a contained area. In Babine one area, believed to be the ignition source, was 50’ by 50’, but Dolan said WorkSafeBC does not want to limit employers as they consider the size or make-up of an enclosed space. Though it may be enclosed by hard surfaces with four walls and a floor, it’s not necessarily airtight. Instead of walls large pieces of equipment may be creating the containment.

Both ignition areas were lower in the mill and there may have been a settling fuel source. With Babine, possible fuel sources investigators are looking at include natural gas, propane and sawdust. At Lakeland nothing is being ruled out as of yet. The similarity in the source of ignition was discovered this Friday, Roberta Ellis, vice president of corporate services, said. Staff worked through the weekend so the findings could be released Monday. She added the weather has helped with the investigation into Lakeland. When the explosion occurred in Babine the temperature was -41. Water used to extinguish the fire froze. It took about 11 weeks, dealing with that, for investigators to access the probable source of ignition. With Lakeland, the information was discovered Friday. There have been many conjectures about one of the possible fuel sources, wood dust. Many mills get rid of wood dust in inaccessible areas through

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what’s known as a blow-down. This uses compressed air to get at the wood dust that has settled in hard to reach places, however it’s a highly dangerous practice because it leads to dispersement, one of the factors investigators found necessary to create an explosion. Instead of using compressed air, vacuum systems are recommended. If an area is utterly inaccessible to a vacuum, then compressed air could be used to blow the dust down where it would be vacuumed. Simultaneously, when this is done, all equipment must be de-energized or cooled down, eliminating ignition sources. Recently, a Canfor mill in Mackenzie went through a partial shutdown when an officer ordered wood dust to be cleaned up. The mill complied and the area re-opened within a few days. Right now inspectors from WorkSafeBC are getting employers to look at all areas which could be considered contained as well as do risk assessments then address them with safety plans, both interm and longterm.

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Warmer weather brings out natures beauty

Editorial......................... 6 Nechako Notes ........... 12 Classifieds ............. 13-15

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Cancer walk coming up in June IDIDALAP4CANCER noon to midnight Friday, June 22, 2012 Vanderhoof, BC. Held at NVSS track field. Participate as an individual or build your own team. Direct link to IDIDALAP4CANCER http:cancerevents. kintera.org/ididalap4cancer For more information Email: IDIDALAP4CANCER@gmail.com Proud supporter of the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Top health groups disappointed by weak pesticide report Contributed BC’s top health organizations are expressing disappointment after a BC legislative committee on cosmetic pesticides released a report today calling for weak restrictions on lawn and garden pesticides. “If these recommendations become law, they will not protect all British Columbian children from being exposed to unnecessary chemicals and possible carcinogens,” said Barbara Kaminsky, CEO, Canadian Cancer Society, BC and Yukon. “We waited years for the BC government to follow the lead of other provinces and BC municipalities, and this is the result? The report was slow in coming and is weak in content. It is disappointing overall”. The health groups – which include the Canadian Cancer Society, the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), the Lung Association, the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and the Public Health Association of BC – had requested strong legislation banning the sale and use of all pesticides for lawns, gardens and non-agricultural landscaping. “Doctors are displeased that, given all we know about pesti-

cides and illness, the committee would offer something so weak” said CAPE Executive Director Gideon Forman. “We will continue to urge the BC government to implement strong provincewide cosmetic pesticide legislation, similar to Ontario’s. There is broad public support for cosmetic pesticide legislation in BC. Over 70% of British Columbians support provincial legislation to restrict pesticide use, according to polling commissioned by the Canadian Cancer Society in 2010. More than 35 BC municipalities have already adopted bylaws restricting the cosmetic use of pesticides, and delegates at the 2008 and 2009 Union of BC Municipalities Conventions voted in favour of resolutions calling on the BC government to ban the use and sale of cosmetic pesticides province-wide. During the two public consultations that the BC government has conducted (in 2010 and 2011), some 8,000 British Columbians responded to each consultation and the vast majority of respondents were in support of province-wide legislation. Most recently, health and environmental organizations succeeded

in making pesticides an issue in the Port Moody-Coquitlam byelection. “To say that a lot of people are afraid of chemicals because they don’t understand the science is insulting to the majority of British Columbians in support of legislation and those who responded to the committee’s consultation,” says Forman. Considerable evidence supports a link between pesticides and cancer incidence, reproductive problems and neurological diseases. A definitive cause and effect relationship between cosmetic pesticide use and cancer is unlikely to be firmly established, but enough is known to be prudent and prevent exposure to children, especially when the use of these chemicals is unnecessary. “We’ve conducted polling and an awareness campaign and in response thousands of citizens contacted the BC government in support of a ban,” says Forman. “Both the Premier and the Health Minister supported eliminating the use of cosmetic pesticides during the Liberal Party leadership race and we hope that they will continue to do so,” says Forman.

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Committee to examine timber supply Free Press A special legislative committee has been appointed to look at timber supply in the province. Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad is the convenor for the seven-member committee, and says they have a short timeline to work with. “We held our first meeting Thursday to look at what kind of a schedule we could set up to meet our report date of Aug. 15. We’ll be holding our next meetings at the end of the month.” The committee, which also includes Liberal MLAs Donna Barnett (Cariboo-Chilcotin), Eric Foster (Vernon-Monashee) and Ben Stewart (Westside-Kelowna) and NDP MLAs Harry Bains (Surrey-Newton), Norm Macdonald (Columbia River-Revelstoke) and Bill Routley (Cowichan Valley), is looking at starting public meetings the week of June 18 and wrapping those up by July 20.

“We plan to hold meetings everywhere from Smithers down to the Kamloops-Merritt area, as well as out in Mackenzie and McBride. The areas impacted the most by the pine beetle are where we will be focused.” The committee’s terms of reference are to consider recommendations which would increase timber supply, including direction on the potential scope of changes to land-use objectives, rate of harvest and conversion of volume-based tenures to area-based tenures. Rustad says the committee composition was determined by the house leaders, who checked with their party MLAs to see if they would be willing to sit on the committee. “I would have liked to have Bob Simpson (Independent, Cariboo North) on the committee,” Rustad said, “but the NDP didn’t want him on the committee.” Simpson was an NDP MLA before becoming an Independent in December 2010.

Boom expected for B.C. mining in 2012 B.C.’s $8.6-billion mining industry had reason to celebrate Mining Week, May 13-19. Employment, revenue, exports, production and prices are all up over previous years and are in a position to continue rising. The boom is being fuelled by a global recovery in manufacturing, in particular, the strong demand from Asia. Mining Week is hosted by the Mining Association of British Columbia, which represents the collective needs of B.C.’s operating coal, metal and mineral mining companies. Currently, B.C. has nine metal mines and 10 coal mines in operation. The government’s goal to have eight new mines and nine expansions continues to move forward. The anticipated results are: * A $1.6-billion increase in annual mine-operation revenue. * Approximately 2,000 construction jobs. * 2,000 new direct jobs and 3,000 indirect jobs. * To sustain 12,500 existing jobs (5,000 direct and 7,500 indirect). * Over $150 million annually in government revenue.

In addition to the Copper Mountain Mine, which began production last year, two new major metal mines are now under construction and recently two more received permits. Construction for both is scheduled to start later this year. Since the Jobs Plan was announced, the Province has approved five major expansions of existing mines. Mining is a cornerstone of our economy. It takes place in every region of the province and ranges from small, one-person operations to multi-million dollar-investment projects. Every British Columbian uses almost 23,000 kilograms (about 50,000 pounds) of mined products each year. When you brush your teeth, turn on a light, drive a car, ride your bike, put on the television, use a camera or telephone - you are supporting the mining industry. Mining contributes hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue that help pay for government services like health care and education. In 2011, more than 29,000 people were employed in B.C.’s mineral exploration, mining

and related sectors, mostly in rural British Columbia. Rich Coleman, Minister of Energy and Mines said, “Mining week celebrates the importance of one of B.C.’s vital industries. The industry supports 29,000 jobs, and is creating more for B.C. families, and provides opportunities for businesses. All of this helps fund health care, education and other important essential public services that British Columbians depend on.” In 2011, the mining industry increased its value by 20 per cent from the year before to approximately $8.6 billion. B.C. produces and exports a significant amount of metallurgical coal, copper, gold, silver, lead, zinc, molybdenum and industrial minerals every year. In 2010, B.C. produced 196 million kilograms of copper valued at $1.4 billion, or enough to use in more than one million homes. B.C. is one of the world’s largest exporters of seaborne metallurgical coal. Metallurgical coal is used in the production of steel.

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Bears are out so public asked to be aware With bears seeking out non-natural food sources, Environment Minister Terry Lake is spreading the word to British Columbians to do what they can to control bear attractants and reduce conflicts with bears. The main cause of human-wildlife conflicts in B.C. is access to nonnatural food sources. Bears that learn how to get at exposed pet food, ripe fruit, improperly stored garbage, dirty barbecues or composts become conditioned and will continue to return to the area. British Columbians are encouraged to prevent human-bear conflicts by adopting the following practices: Keep garbage secured in a bear-resistant container or in the house, garage or shed until pick-up day and return the containers to the secure site once they are emptied. Pick ripe and fallen fruit daily and remove any unused fruit trees. Use bird feeders only in winter. Keep the ground free of seeds and nuts. Clean the barbecue grill after each use, and store it in a secure area. Bring pet food dishes inside and store the pet food inside. Do not add meat products or uncooked food to compost. Turn it regularly and keep it covered. If residents spot a bear, they are advised to remain calm, keep away from the bear and bring children and pets indoors, if possible. People should never approach a bear and

ince announced that it is investing $225,000 toward Bear Aware to bring the program to more communities throughout B.C. over the next year. In areas with high incidences of human-bear conflict, residents can learn more about avoiding conflict by talking to their local Bear Aware Community Coshould not run from it, as bears can move very quickly. Once a bear has left the area, residents should check their yards to ensure no attractants are available. The Conservation Officer Service (COS) is the primary responder to human-wildlife conflicts where there is a risk to public safety, conservation concerns or where significant property damage has occurred. Recent changes to the Wildlife Act give Conservation Officers the ability to issue a $230 ticket or notice for a court appearance to residents who do not secure attractants. Residents who intentionally leave out items that attract dangerous wildlife could also be issued a Dangerous Wildlife Protection Order. Failure to comply with an order carries a $575 fine. In communities where attractants are managed properly, there has been a decline in related human-bear conflict and the number of bears that have to be destroyed. In 2011-12, the COS received approximately 37,500 calls regarding

human-wildlife conflicts. Of those calls, approximately 23,800 involved human-bear conflicts. Over the past five years in B.C., an average of 600 black bears have been destroyed each year, while 93 were relocated. Bear Aware is an educational program managed by the British Columbia Conservation Foundation that is designed to prevent and reduce conflicts between people and bears. Last month, the Prov-

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Return of the PST The provincial government is bringing back the provincial sales tax (PST). It had no choice — it was told to do so by voters last summer in the HST referendum. The harmonized tax, and most specifically, the way it came about, was so reviled that a majority of voters were quite prepared to bring back the PST. This despite the fact that the PST is not nearly as efficient a tax, and does not come with the tax credits that the HST does. Voters weren’t even swayed by a provincial promise to reduce the HST to 10 per cent, which would be two per cent lower than the combined GST and PST. The provincial Liberal government had no one to blame but itself, although that hasn’t stopped it from blaming leaders of the Fight HST campaign, the media, rebellious citizens and the NDP. But it has now done what it had to do, and the new PST looks like it will be at least a little simpler for businesses to deal with. Payments can be made online and timelines will be more harmonized with the GST remittance schedule. While the government’s new PST bill does not specify what goods and services will be exempt from PST, Finance Minister Kevin Falcon said the exemptions will be similar to those under the old PST. The list of goods and services to be exempted will be published as a regulation, making it easier for the government to add and take away from the list of exempt items. While this naturally has raised some suspicions, as the Liberals’ record on the HST has been one of a long series of broken promises (remember the promise that the price of goods would come down because of the HST?), it will probably be more efficient. It will be up to the media, opposition politicians and the public to publicize PST exemptions and any changes to them. The entire HST exercise was beneficial in several respects. It showed that citizens have the power to put limits on governments that exceed their mandates. There was no promise of an HST in the 2009 election. Two months later, it was government policy. B.C. referendum law allowed citizens to overthrow this reversal in policy. The HST debacle caused one premier to leave office and may yet cause the defeat of the government. Future governments will be much more cautious in going against public will, and refusing to listen to reasonable concerns. Langley Times

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A slice of Ontario in beautiful Vanderhoof Christina Millington Omineca Express First and foremost I would like to say I am smitten with British Columbia and all the towns I was fortunate enough to drive through during my 4-day journey from Ontario. I would like to share my journalism background starting with my education. I graduated from Durham College in Oshawa, Ontario back in June 2011. As a requirement to graduate I had to complete a 7-week internship of my choice to gain in-field experience. I chose to head to New York City, the city that never sleeps, and let me tell you it doesn’t. Investing in a good pair of ear plugs will be money well spent. After completing my internship I ventured back to Ontario where I found myself unsuccessful with finding a job in print. Nonetheless, I didn’t let that discourage me as I went searching for a job outside of my comfort zone, Belleville, Ontario. That’s when I landed my first journalism job as a reporter and photographer for three publications out of rural Stettler, Alberta. Despite my excitement, gaining the experience I longed for, I became rather homesick when I returned back to Stettler after Christmas holidays spent back home.

I would like to think of myself as a fairly independent person. I don’t mind seclusion or the unfamiliar. In fact, I find it to be an opportunity to become more cultured as a person and familiar with our beautiful country - one of many luxuries of being a traveling journalist. Once again, I found myself headed back home in hopes to pursue my career close to family and friends. However, after spending three months back home with no luck finding a job I looked to the world-wide web once again to find something or somewhere that I could see putting down some roots. Lo and behold, Vanderhoof. Perhaps the silver lining and the end of my long-lasting search, somewhere I could see calling home. I must say, I lite up with excitement when I crossed the border into B.C. The views, the mountains, I instantly felt right at home. I then became enveloped with the reassurance in knowing that making the move, farther from the last, was the right choice. The community of Vanderhoof has welcomed me with open arms that has left me feeling nothing short of humbled. Coming into a community I know nothing about, 4500 kilometres from home, I haven’t been more thrilled with my experiences thus far. I look forward to becoming more acquainted with the town and all of you that populate this beautiful community.

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BC Lung Association gives BC an “A” for flu vaccination BC Lung Association gives BC an “A” for flu vaccination As we prepare to wrap up the flu season, BC and Quebec Lung Association is issuing a “Flu Report Card” grading provinces across the country on getting flu vaccination. BC tops the country with the highest vaccination rate and is the only province with more than half the population immunized, 52% to be exact. However, this also means half of the population in BC were not vaccinated and there are still room for improvement for the next flu season. Quebec had the lowest vaccination rate at 27% and the highest flu inci-

dence rate at 25% Below are some key findings from the survey conducted by BC and Quebec Lung Association. The news release and the Flu Report Card are also attached for your reference. · BC had the highest vaccination rate at 52% and also the lowest flu incidence rate at 10%. · 25% of Canadians still got the flu during a mild season with the same flu strains circulating since 2010. · 48% of Canadians said they would be more likely to be vaccinated if the flu shot came with a smaller, thinner needle or if the vaccination process were faster and easier.

Overall, flu vaccination rates in Canada were very low with only 36% of Canadian adults reporting that they were vaccinated. Surprise, surprise – provinces with the highest vaccination rates typically reported the lowest flu incidence rates. Survey data also appears to suggest that an additional 9 million Canadians would be vaccinated if the flu shot came with a smaller, thinner needle or if the vaccination process were faster and easier. Almost half (48%) of Canadians surveyed said they would be more likely to get the flu shot if the process was faster and easier and 43% of Canadians surveyed in-

dicated that they would be more likely to get the flu shot if it came with a smaller, thinner microneedle. “Last year we hosted a vaccine clinic in downtown Montreal and we offered an intradermal vaccine with a smaller, thinner needle that comes pre-assembled, so the vaccination process was over in seconds,” said Dominique Massie. “62% of people at our clinic preferred the experience with the smaller, thinner needle and about 80% of respondents gave the experience 10 out of 10.” Next season is a whole new game! The World Health Organization has re-

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Children’s Hospital Miracle Weekend telethon on June 2-3 on Global television. As well, Michelle Roberge, Vanderhoof Community for Kids Co-Chair, will be in Vancouver working the phones during the Miracle Weekend Telethon on the Saturday night (June 2) representing Vanderhoof - be sure to watch! Come down for cake and goodies from 10:30-11:30am on Saturday May 26 to help us celebrate the great achievement Vanderhoof has made to support sick and injured children from here and all around BC that need the specialized services only available at BC Children’s Hospital.

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Express PST return to let business pay online Tom Fletcher Black Press VICTORIA – The B.C. government has tabled its long-awaited legislation to kill the harmonized sales tax and return to the old provincial sales tax, with some modernization to make it easier for small businesses to administer and pay the tax. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon said Monday the PST will return as scheduled in April 2013, with exemptions for haircuts, restaurant meals, bicycles, movie tickets, gym memberships and all the other rules it had before. Falcon said the only sales tax breaks that won’t return are temporary exemptions that would have expired by now, including energyconserving windows and appliances, and fuel-efficient cars. Tax changes that were made along with the HST will be maintained. That includes a 12-per-cent provincial tax on privately sold used cars, making the tax equal to that paid at a car dealership. Provincial tobacco taxes were increased seven per cent when the HST came in, and that tax will continue. Liquor taxes will also be adjusted to keep retail prices the same as they are now. NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston said the legislation tabled Monday is a relatively simple, with regulations listing the many rules and exemptions still to come this fall so businesses can prepare for next spring.

“I think they could have done it faster and they should have done it faster,” Ralston said. The government expects to save about $9 million a year in administration costs by using a new online registration and payment system for business, which B.C. expects to administer with about 100 fewer staff. Businesses will have to set up their computers to comply, with software expected to cost them about $1,000. Low-income families will give up a $230-perperson rebate that was introduced to offset the higher costs of HST to consumers, including children. As of April 2013, the PST rebate will resume, paying $75 per single adult with an income of $15,000 or less, and $75 per parent for families with an income of $18,000 or less.

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Nechako Valley Equifair June 8, 9, 10, 2012 Nechako Valley Exhibition Grounds, Vanderhoof GATES OPEN Friday 2pm to 7pm Saturday 7am to 8pm -- Sunday 7am to 3pm

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, June 8 Indoor Arena: Beginner Roping ground school 3pm-5pm Parade of Breeds 6pm-8pm Note: More participants needed Outdoor Arena: Barrel Clinic 3pm-6pm (max 10 people) Saturday, June 9 Indoor Arena: Cutting demo starting at 8am Cutting following demo Horse Whisperer 12pm-2pm Barrel Racing 2pm-4pm Team Roping 5pm-9pm Outdoor Arena: Gymkhana demo 9am-10am Regional Gymkhana 10am-12pm Regional Gymkhana continued 1pm-4pm Heavy Horse Arena: Ground to driving 11am-4pm Lower Field: Plowing demo 1pm-4pm Under the Bandstand: Grooming a horse for show - time TBA

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Sunday, June 10 Indoor Arena: Roping 8am-12pm Horse Whisperer 12pm-1:30pm Heavy Horse Pull 2pm-close Outdoor Arena: Gymkhana demo 9am-10am Regional Gymkhana 10am-ďŹ nish Heavy Horse Arena: Fun Event chore team

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INFORMATION BULLETIN #5

NECHAKO ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT FUND PHASE 3 - CONFIRMATION

Your feedback is requested! The NEEF Management Committee invites you to its next public meeting on May 31 at 7:00 PM in the Seniors Friendship Centre in Vanderhoof. We want to share with you what we have heard about the priority uses of the Nechako Environmental Enhancement Fund (NEEF) and present our thoughts in response to the input we have received to date. The objectives of the public meeting are (1) to present a summary of the input we have received, (2) provide an opportunity for you to clarify or add to input already received and (3) share our preliminary thoughts on uses of the NEEF. As in the consultation phase, we may use a workshop format to ensure everyone has an opportunity to be heard and we are also willing to meet again individually with interested groups. Upon completion of this third set of meetings we will finalise our review and prepare the final report. Update on NEEF MC Activities As we discussed in our public presentation in March, the Management committee met with the Nechako Watershed Council (NWC), the District of Vanderhoof, the Nechako Environment & Water Stewardship Society (NEWSS), the Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery initiative (NWSRI) and Freshwater Fisheries Society of British Columbia (FFSBC), and met twice with the Cheslatta Carrier Nation (CCN). Each of these groups presented their ideas and priorities for use of the NEEF. We also received written input from several individuals. In addition to the public and stakeholder meetings we held workshops In April and early May with scientists and technical experts to discuss various topics including hydrology, geomorphology, fish and fish habitat, and hydraulic engineering matters related to the Nechako.

Summary of Proposed NEEF Options To help prepare for the upcoming public meeting, below is a summary of information we received regarding options for the use of the NEEF. Copies of the presentations and a record of the workshops have been posted on our website, and we encourage you to read them before the meeting at the end of May. Water Release Facility (WRF) at Kenney Dam We heard support from a variety of people and organizations for building a WRF at Kenney Dam. A proposal forwarded by the Cheslatta Carrier Nation and partners is to build a hydro-electric generating station in conjunction with a WRF in order to help with financing and create additional economic and social benefits. It is understood that a WRF at Kenney Dam would: ● allow for rehabilitation of the Cheslatta watershed by removing a significant portion of the large volume flows released from Skins Lake Spillway; and ● rewater the Nechako canyon down stream of Kenney Dam. Requested is a NEEF contribution ranging from $35 million upwards, a portion of which would be used to address environmental risk associated with the project. White Sturgeon Recovery Since 2000, when people first became aware of declining white sturgeon population numbers, the adult sturgeon population has declined a further 50%. The species is now listed as endangered under the federal Species at Risk Act. Recovery work is required immediately to avoid extinction of this genetically unique fish population in the Nechako watershed.

Tributary Watershed Restoration and Stewardship We received a proposal from the Nechako Environment & Water Stewardship Society for restoring tributary streams flowing into the main-stem Nechako River. This initiative would scale up from successes in the Murray Creek watershed and work to increase awareness of and encourage water stewardship, re-establish or repair riparian habitat, and ensure culverts provide proper access for fish. Tributary stream restoration would, in turn, help improve main stem conditions through delivery of cooler water and reduce sediment deposition into the Nechako River. Requested is up to $1 million/year for twenty years. Legacy Fund The idea of establishing a legacy fund was proposed by a number of groups. Conceptually the interest derived from the legacy fund would be available over a long term for a variety of environment enhancement projects, and would provide flexibility to address both currently known issues as well as issues that may surface in future. For every $10 million invested at 4% return for example, $0.4 million would be available annually for appropriate projects. A governance structure would be needed to oversee the legacy fund, develop criteria for its use, invite and review fund applications, and monitor successful projects to ensure project and long-term objectives were being achieved.

A recovery strategy to preserve and enhance the Nechako White Sturgeon population has been developed by the Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative, and stable funding of $0.8 million/ year for at least 10 years is requested to carry out the strategy. The strategy consists of: 1) Operation of a White Sturgeon recovery centre in Vanderhoof (building funds and land are already secured); 2) Brood capture and rearing of juveniles; 3) Habitat research toward population sustainability; and 4) Stewardship functions.

Photo: Juvenile Nechako white sturgeon ready for release from the Vanderhoof pilot recovery facility (September 2006).

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Summary We are considering reserving the bulk of the In summary we heard broad support for: NEEF for construction of a water release facility - Construction of a water release We heard a number of key messages at Kenney Dam for a period of four years, with facility at Kenney Dam; when we met with scientists and milestones identified to ensure progress is - Immediate operation of a recovery subject experts. They stressed the being made towards this project. centre need to gather baseline information If after up to 4 years the water release facility for white sturgeon and rehabilitation and to monitor as NEEF projects were option has not made progress or work implemented. Such an approach would received support for the remaining necessary on tributary streams including the provide the necessary feedback to funds (approximately $300million) the remaining Cheslatta river; and determine whether objectives were being NEEF will be contributed to a Legacy Fund Establishment of a legacy fund. achieved and to guide future managed by the partners (the Province and decisions. They also informed us that the RTA) and be available for applications for The NEEF MC has made these tentative Mountain Pine Beetle and subsequent environmental enhancement, on a matching decisions based on the input received. We logging could affect the hydrology in fund basis. look forward to meeting with you at the watersheds and that coordination was end of this month for the third phase of our warranted to ensure initiatives were not This approach would reserve for a time a process! counter-productive. majority of the NEEF for a water release facility while undertaking important and time Our address is: NEEF MC, C/O PO Box They mentioned that there are sensitive enhancement work now. In doing that it 2551, Vanderhoof BC, V0J 3A0 or by email measurable indicators of river health recognizes and affirms the importance of a water to administrator@neef.ca including water quality, biodiversity, release facility for environmental enhancement of aquatic species population health, the Cheslatta watershed, recognizes that more We would like to hear from you! habitat complexity, bedload mobility and time and effort will be required before a facility Please let us know if you plan to attend riparian vegetation such as cottonwood. can be built or, conversely, maintains flexibility the public meeting and workshop on May to address future issues and new opportunities 30/31 in Vanderhoof. The importance of understanding should they arise. changes resulting from Kenney Dam and the Skins Lake Spillway on main-stem ENHANCEMENT NEEF CONTRIBUTION OBJECTIVES sediment recruitment, movement and OPTION (%of total) deposition, and how it would continue to change for many years before settling Cheslatta watershed 2% -rehabilitate fish into a less dynamic study and rehabilitation populations and habitat state was also raised. -improve future decisions Input from Technical Workshops

We discussed the relative importance of flow patterns, variability and volumes. Land use changes resulting from agricultural land clearing, settlement and logging, and natural forces such as fire and mountain pine beetle infestations would have and continue to also affect hydrology and contribute sediments to the tributaries and main-stem Nechako River. They mentioned fine sediments need to be flushed out periodically to prevent the clogging of substrates and maintain gravel beds for fish spawning. Preliminary NEEF MC Direction Taking the above input into consideration the NEEF Management Committee has reached some preliminary conclusions on how best to use the NEEF funds to achieve environmental enhancement. Although the details have not been worked through at this point, the MC is considering the following:

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The Enbridge pipeline issue is complex, involving miles of pipeline, a myriad of stakeholders as well as proponents and protesters of the project speaking out. One major issue is the oil tankers that will traverse the B.C. coastline, carrying the crude bitumen to foreign soils. Some, if upended, would span about three football fields in length. Many say the danger of them navigating the coast of B.C. is just too great. However, Chris Anderson, marine advisor at Enbridge, said though any coastline in the world that experiences gale-force winds must be contended with, B.C.’s coast is no worse than others. “It is no more difficult than the North Sea in the winter, no more than the North Atlantic in the winter, no more than the coast of Japan, all of these places where tankers are trading on a regular basis.” Many have been operating for 30 years, and Anderson said the combination of applying new technologies with the experiences of others who have been in the business for so long can help Enbridge make the project as foolproof as possible. He added it has been said B.C. does not have confined channels, which is not true. “The fact of the matter is we do. Ours are longer but also deeper and wider.”

arrives in Kitimat will be shipped overseas via a northern and southern route. Twentyfive per cent of the ships going through the coastal passages will be smaller tankers, Aframax, about 180 to 200 metres long capable of shipping 100,000 tonnes of cargo. The Suezmax, which will make up about 50 per cent of traffic, are about 280 metres long and carry 160,000 to 180,000 tonnes. The Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) are 830 metres long, about the length of three football fields, and carry 300,000 tonnes of cargo. They will carry about 25 per cent of the cargo. Although all the ships have electronic navigation, nighttime watch keepers and built-in radar, at this time there is no independent radar system in Kitimat. Anderson said Enbridge intends to install radar and communication systems, and augment those available in Prince Rupert. Other safety measures include a system that changes ballast water in deep sea so no contaminants from other shores are brought to Canada. With safety and design measures, the focus will be on the escort tugs which will have built-in suspenders, capable of acting as an independent entity to steer. Anderson said each ship must list all of its particulars including every port it has entered, whether it has been inspected and its deficiencies. All certifications must be up-to-date.

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Questions regarding whether or not the crew speaks English and can communicate with the pilot will be asked. “Currently there are no speed restrictions in place,” Anderson said. They will institute some so the escort tug can always control the ship. The tugs are designed with first-response capabilities if there ever is a spill. They are able to skim oil, deal with fire suppression and monitor the situation. “We can’t close our eyes and say there will never be a spill,” Anderson said. “The worst case is a collision risk.” Having the gear, equipment and manpower on-hand to accommodate if a spill occurs not only through properly outfitting tugs as first responders but positioning everything needed at three primary centres is part of the plan. “We will have the whole coast covered for a 12-hour response,” he said. They’ve also promised they will maintain or contract a RO capable, under the planning standards, of containing, and recovering within 10 days or the shortest possible time, up to 32,000 tonnes of onwater oil, which is more than three times the Canadian Standard. Currently response comes via Vancouver or Victoria and takes up to 72 hours. “We believe all the safety measures put in place are going to make this project a viable one,” Anderson said.

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He said they are used so ships can keep in the shelter. However, before navigating them, a pilot must come aboard ship. This means if there is a storm and a pilot cannot get to the ship, it must wait before proceeding. Often, when a storm is forecast, the speed of the ship is adjusted so it arrives when the storm ends and the pilot can be procured. Anderson added not only is the company working diligently so safeguards are put in place to ensure there is no spill in the first place, but also to mitigate any damage if something happens. There are already numerous regulations in place governing tankers, he said. Some are implemented by the Canada Shipping Act, others by the International Maritime Organization. Enbridge, he said, plans to not only strictly adhere to those measures but hopes to improve on them, meaning they intend to be more cautious and safety conscious than what is required. However the studies, simulations and promises made by Enbridge lend little comfort to some of those concerned who believe people should be cynical about the information Enbridge is sharing since the company has a vested interest in the outcome of such studies. “We are not the fox guarding the hen house,” Anderson said. “That is not correct. Shipping is governed.” If the pipeline goes through, the oil that

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A Pool Table Or a Natural Remedy For Sleep and Snoring? The Doctor Game W. Gifford-Jones How much Tiger is in your tank as you start the day? Not much, if you’ve been tossing and turning at night due to sleep apnea. Or, if your partner has shaken the foundation, with his or her snoring. Insomnia and snoring affect millions of North Americans and can be associated with serious health problems. Now, a natural remedy, “Bell Sound Sleep”, helps these troubling problems. You’re in excellent company if you suffer from insomnia. Napoleon, Sir Isaac Newton, Winston Churchill and Thomas Edison all tried to count sheep without success. Others, such as Marilyn Monroe, used increasing amounts of prescription sleeping pills, with tragic results. Sleep deprivation can also have farreaching consequences for our environment. It’s believed to have been a factor in the crash and oil spill by both the Exon Valdez and the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. So how many hours of sleep do we need? Alexander The Great won many battles because he needed little sleep and could “cat nap”. But most people require seven to eight hours to function well. Researchers believe sleep allows the body to prepare itself for another day. If this doesn’t happen due to chronic insomnia, the risk of a number of health problems is increased. For instance, the Nurses Health Study at The Harvard Medical School followed 70,000 nurses for 10 years to determine what, if any, medical conditions resulted from insomnia. This showed that women

who slept for 5 hours had a 39 percent increased risk of heart attack, compared to those who had 8 hours of sleep. Sleep apnea, in which breathing temporarily stops several times during the night, poses other problems. During these episodes a decreased amount of oxygen reaches the brain triggering increased blood pressure and a more rapid heart rate. If this occurs night after night the risk of heart attack and stroke rises. Insomnia also has an impact on today’s epidemic of diabetes. University of Chicago researchers required a group of young men to sleep just 4 hours a night. This caused an increase in blood sugar, a decrease in the hormone insulin, and a 40 percent decrease in the rate sugar was removed from the blood. Sleep debt also increases the appetite and food consumption. It’s believed that the hormone leptin gives us a good feeling when we’ve had sufficient food. But insomnia decreases the amount of leptin causing a craving for food, particularly carbohydrates. Studies done at the University of California show that tossing and turning at night also puts the immune system at risk. Researchers found that healthy men, deprived of partial sleep for just one night,

Thompson Creek offers shares Thompson Creek Metals has put out a share offering to potentially raise further $430 million to help to complete the construction of the copper-gold project Mount Milligan Mine. The announcement of the offering caused share prices to drop 11 per cent on Monday. Approximately $200 million will potentially be raised through a debt-offering and $230 million through an equity-share offering. Debt-offering does not include a future stake in the mine profits while equity shares would. The equity shares would convert to Thompson Creek common stock on May 15, 2015.

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April a great month for Nechako Notes jobs: B.C. families benefit More British Columbians benefited from jobs in April, as B.C.’s unemployment rate dropped to 6.2 per cent from seven per cent in March, and gained 19,700 jobs - 16,700 of which are full time positions. Since February 2011, B.C. has added 57,900 jobs to the economy, benefiting families all over the province. Today’s Labour Force Survey also revealed that compared to this time last year, B.C.’s unemployment rate is 1.6 percentage points lower, resulting in the province having

Canada’s fourth-lowest unemployment rate in Canada. Regionally, Vancouver Island and Coast gained 4,600 positions, the Lower MainlandSouthwest gained 15,000 positions and Cariboo gained 500 positions. While there were some losses in the rest of B.C., the overall provincial gains show tremendous progress for B.C. and are a positive sign that investments made and work done under ‘Canada Starts Here: The BC Jobs Plan’ are working. Strong gains were recorded in forestry,

fishing, mining and gas extraction; manufacturing; trade; and transportation and warehousing. April’s gains have more than made up for March’s losses in these same industries. Pat Bell, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation - “Under the BC Jobs Plan, we are committed to creating and protecting jobs for B.C. families and today’s numbers clearly show me that our investments are working. Every job counts for families in B.C. and it’s great to see that so many corners of our province are seeing positive results.”

Open water Boats are appearing back on Stuart Lake in Fort St. James. With boating season, there are some very real risks, and Boating Safety Week is just in time to remind everyone going out on the water to do what they can to stay safe. May 19-25 is the week designated Boating Safety Week

for Canadians. In the past 20 years, boating fatalities have gone down, however, in over 80 per cent of drownings, not wearing a life jacket remains a factor. Alcohol and boating is also a very dangerous mix. Visit www.smartboater.ca and www. csbc.ca for further information.

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NEW EVENTS.... SCREENING MAMMOGRAPHY PROGRAM...will be in Vanderhoof May 31, June 1, 2, and 4, and we are looking for volunteers to help the technicians with this important service. Please call 567-6900 for more information and to volunteer. *** VANDERHOOF MINOR FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION... has a Jamboree on May 30, 2012 from 4 – 6 PM on the NVSS field for players born 1999-2006. For more information contact Eric Lytle 250-5677690. *** CALLING ALL SENIORS... come and join us for carpet bowling or pool - Monday and Thursday afternoons. Come and have some fun! Everybody welcome. Call Oscar for more info: 250567-4582. *** FREE COMPUTER TRAINING AT THE PUBLIC LIBRARY...One hour tutoring sessions Learn to: ·Search the internet ·Send an email ·Use a word processor ·Use a computer with a digital camera ·Social Networking (Facebook, Twitter) ·eReaders and Tablets Call (250)567-4060 to book an appointment or for more information *** IDIDALAP4CANCER ...Noon to Midnight Friday, June 22, 2012 Vanderhoof, BC. Held at NVSS track field. Participate as an individual or build your own team. Direct link to IDIDALAP4CANCER http:cancerevents.kintera. org/ididalap4cancer For more information Email: IDIDALAP4CANCER@gmail.com Proud supporter of the Canadian Cancer Society. *** AL-ANON...Has your life been affected by someone elses drinking? The Al-Anon is for you! Meetings held on Mondays at 7pm in Community Room at Omineca Safe Home Society. For more information contact Gail at 567-4318. *** VANDERHOOF PUBLIC LIBRARY...is looking for donations of lego blocks to be used for children’s programs at the library. If you have lego that your kids have outgrown, we would love to put it to good use. Please contact Jenn at 250-567-4060 or email: vhpljlb@telus.net

Vanderhoof Mayor Gerry Thiessen completing the 8km race during the 34th Annual Wild Goose Chase Fun Run. Photo by Wanda Nemethy *** STUART NECHAKO MANOR ...Do you like to walk and be outdoors? Stuart Nechako Manor is looking for volunteers to help with our walking program. If you can commit to half an hour 1-2 times per week please call Marnie at 250-567-6290. *** THE NORTHSIDE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE...meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call Brenda, 250 567-9705. *** VHF HOSPICE SOCIETY... What are you doing every 3rd Wednesday of each month. Do you have 2 hours to give each month? Are you sensitive to the special needs of those persons at the end stages of life? Want to be part of a great organization that makes a difference in our community then we are looking for you. The Vanderhoof Hospice Society is a not-forprofit charity looking for new volunteer members who will work with the current members to oversee our local Hospice Program. Hospice is a program that offers a support system to persons that are the end stages of life. Our Society has a desire to help others. We are sensitive to the special needs of the dying patient and their families. We do not have personal agendas or “missions” to our Hospice work. Our main fundraising come in the form of donations to our Tree of Life. We are looking for new members to continue this great service. More info call Debbie 567-7956 *** VHF STROKE RECOVERY... meet at the Stuart Nechako Manor Activity Room - Mondays 9:30 - 12:00 noon (except holidays). Any volunteers who would like to come are very welcome. All stroke recovery members in Vanderhoof and surrounding areas are invited to attend. For more information call Lu-

ella at 250-441-0086. *** THE FOOD BANK... is in serious need of food donations. Specifically the following is needed: Canned vegetables, meat, fish, canned milk, sugar, pasta, pasta sauces, soups (we have enough mushroom soup), toilet tissue. *** BADMINTON AT FLESS GYM... Every Thursday at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. come out and have some fun! *** THE VANDERHOOF CANCER SUPPORT GROUP... meets the first Friday of every month @ noon at the The Reid. For more info call Karen @ 567-4828. *** ENDAKO HALL SOCIETY... meets every THIRD Wednesday of the month in the hall at 7:30pm. *** THE YELLOWHEAD DRAFT HORSE ASSOCIATION... is an organization for those interested in light and heavy horse driving. Monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month. For more info contact: Jon 250-567-8484. *** NECHAKO QUILTERS GUILD... meets the third Tuesday of the month 9:30 am (Sept. - May) at Nechako View Seniors Common Room. Fran Sheeley 567-5254. *** THE FRASER QUILTERS GUILD... meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am at the Fort Fraser Community Hall. Newcomers welcome. *** HOSPICE TREE OF LIFE... is to honour the living as well as to remember and honour those who have passed on. For more info call Debbie @ 250-567-7956. *** THE FRASER LAKE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in the New Fraser Lake Restaurant. For further information call Judy at 250-699-7763.

*** NECHAKO VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY...meets every second Thursday of the month 6:30 pm at the Chamber of Commerce office. *** VANDERHOOF 899 AIR CADET SQUADRON...Cadets will meet every Wednesday night 6:15pm at the Cadet Building on Burrard Street. Anyone age 12 to 18 interested in the Cadet Program is welcome to attend. Any adult interested in assisting in anyway, please contact the officers at the Cadet Building Wednesday night. For more information call Glenda 250567-7574. *** AA MEETING... Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. United Church Hall. 567-8087 or 567-4588 *** FRASER LAKE AA MEETINGS... Tues & Thurs 8:00 p.m. at St. Wilfred’s Church just across from police station. *** ST. JOHN’S HOSPITAL AUXILIARY... meets second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the hospital cafeteria. Call 567-9759 - Edna. *** VANDERHOOF LIBRARY HOURS Tuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday 10:00 am to 5:00pm & 6:30 to 8:30pm Thursday 10:00 to 5:00pm Friday 10:00 am to 6:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm *** FRASER LAKE LIBRARY HOURS Sunday & Monday Closed Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday & Thursday 3pm - 8pm Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 2pm *** NVSS BOTTLE DEPOT HOURS Open Mon, Tues, Friday 11am-5pm Saturday 10am-5 p.m. ***

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Information NECHAKO RIVER FLOW FACTS May 16, 2012 Reservoir Elevation: 850.75m (2791.17.ft) SLS Discharge: 225.23 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 213 m3/s Nautley River: 139 m3/s Vanderhoof: 432 m3/s Isle Pierre: 635.5 m/s Spillway discharge will be managed to maintain a ﬂow target at Vanderhoof of 500-550 m3/s for the next several weeks. The duration and magnitude of high ﬂow will depend on temperature and amount of precipitation observed. For more information please call Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-567-5105. A recording of Flow Facts is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 567-5812

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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. An Earthmoving Company in Alberta is looking for a 3rd year or Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. You will be part of a team maintaining and servicing our fleet of Cat dozers, graders and rock trucks plus Deere/Hitachi excavators. You will work at our Modern Shop at Edson, Alberta with some associated field work. Call Contour Construction at (780)723-5051 DRIVEN ENERGY is a progressive busy oilfield service company in the Midwest area (Lloydminster, Alberta) looking for experienced Pressure Truck and Semi-Vac Operators. Call 780-872-6533, fax 780-875-7847 or email: kirk@drivenenergy.ca for info and to apply. JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN required immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. Proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship a must. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Pat - phone 250-832-8053, fax 250-8324545, email pat@brabymotors.com

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Mechanic, preference of no less than 5 yrs experience with Logging Equipment for work in the Vanderhoof Area also needed a Class 1 Driver for 2012 Kenworth w/hayrack for West Fraser hauls - must have minimum of 5 yrs. experience Excellent Wage & Beneﬁts for the right applicant Mail resumes to: Stephen Bros. Contracting Ltd.Box 1136 Vanderhoof BC, V0J 3A0 Fax 250 567-2550 For more infor. E-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca

WANT TO see scenic BC! Needed immediately . Experienced Feller Buncher Operator with Chipper Head/Mower to work around Hydro Transmission Lines. Must be willing to travel throughout BC (based out of Vanderhoof). $28-$34 per hour + Beneﬁts. For more info. e-mail: sbcjobs@hotmail.ca. Send Resume to: SBCJOBS Box 1136 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 or Fax: 250-567-2550

SERVICE ADVISOR. Brown’s Chrysler Ltd. Westlock, Alberta is looking for an above average individual skilled in customer service. Duties to include: effective communication with customers, recommend scheduled maintenance and schedule work. Qualiﬁcations shall include: knowledge of vehicles and the automotive industry. Sales experience is considered an asset, strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, ability to work in a fast paced environment with tight time constraints, computer literate and posses a valid drivers licence. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1780-349-5566. Fax 1-780-3496493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com TABER TIMES/Vauxhall Advance is seeking an editor to lead a three-person newsroom. Candidate must be able to multitask, produce a quality newspaper and maintain online presence. Send covering letter and resume to: Coleen Campbell, Publisher. Email: ccampbell@abnewsgroup.com Deadline Thursday, May 31.

Trades, Technical AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN. Journeyman Automotive Service Technician required. 45 minutes North of Edmonton, Alberta. Busy ﬂat rate Chrysler dealership. Above average wages to commensurate with training level achieved. Chrysler experience an asset but not essential. 4th year apprentice considered. Apply to: Dale Marshall - Service Manager. Phone 1-780-349-5566. Fax 1780-349-6493 or email: dalem@brownschrysler.com

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Village of Fraser Lake The Village of Fraser Lake is accepting applications for a computer instructor. The individual will teach basic computer skills to seniors. The job pay is $22.00 per hour. The services will be provided from June 18 until November 30, 2012. Please forward your resume to: Village of Fraser Lake, Clinton Mauthe, Box 430, Fraser Lake BC VOJ 1SO. Closing date May 28 at 2:00 pm. We thanks all those who applied, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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AUCTION SALE Charles Dedeian & Gladys Wall & Consignment Sale SATURDAY, JUNE 16, 2012

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May 26, 2012 Saturday @ 10:00 am Topley, BC. @ Topley Garage, Hwy 16 & Junction Hwy 118 to Granisle VEHICLES Etc: 1988 Ford Motorhome (gas/propane), 20ft tandem axel car hauler trailer, 1956 GMC 6x6 Deuce & 1/2, miles tandem axle log trailer in good condition, 16 new 11R x 24.5 Continental truck tires, 2 sets new lightweight 24.5 single tire chains, set of Ford pickup mirrors, 3 sets new lightweight 24.5 triple tire chains, 4 16” hub caps, set 16” new tire chains, 86 Chevy repair quarter panels, camper jacks, RV water tank & pump, Suburban quarter panels, 4 small tires, 19 ft. KNC Cabin Cruiser w/ 6 cyl Mercury inboard tandem axel trailer 2, 9.9 Honda kicker, 21ft Fiber Form Cruiser, 250hp Mercury inboard w/ tandem axel trailer, 9.9 Honda 4 stroke long shaft outboard motor (10hrs), 1973 18’ West Wight sailboat w/ trailer. TOOL & EQUIPMENT: Miller gas Trailblazer 44G, Ingersoll Rand T-30 air compressor, Hotsy pressure washer, Ammco drum 7 rotor lathe, Snap-on tool Box, Beach tool boxes, Oxy Acetylene plate cutter, Clausing metal lathe & accessories, Delta drill press, 5hp military Briggs & Stratton, JD control valves & hydraulic pumps, Siou valve grinding machine, cable tugger, triangle reflector sets, electrical conduit, oxygen tank & gauge, 3000 gal Regal Enviro fuel double tank w/ 110 1/4hp fuel pump, nozzle, safety valve, complete on skids, 3000 gal water tank on skids - fits in back of dump truck, 500 gal RSF manufactured water tank for skidder, highway truck reflectors, electrical boxes, wooden snow shoes, Williams space heater, Coleman heater/oven, stove. CARPENTRY: Large selection of building materials, carpenters tools & lots of items for construction. Condition of Sale; Terms: Cash & Check with Identification, sorry no Credit Cards. Items are As Is condition ~ not responsible for accidents. Any question please contact:

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24th ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 25th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 26th from 10am-4pm. Approx. 125 tables.$3 admission is good for both days. GET FAST Restless Leg Syndrome and Leg Cramp Relief. safe with medication, all natural, proven results, guaranteed!!! Sold in 75 Countries. 1800-765-8660 EST. www.allcalm.com **HOME PHONE Reconnect** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348 STEEL BUILDING - Blowout sale! 20x26 $5,199. 25x28 $5,799. 30x42 $8,390. 32x56 $11,700. 40x50 $14,480. 47x76 $20,325. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BENJAMIN GIESBRECHT, Deceased Formerly of Vanderhoof, BC All parties having claims against the said Estate are required to forward particulars of same to the law ﬁrm of WINGHAM LAW CORPORATION, Solicitor for the Personal Representative, at P.O. Box 1489, Vanderhoof, British Columbia, V0J 3A0, on or before the 15th day of June, 2012 after which date the claims ﬁled may be paid without reference to any claims of which the Personal Representative then has no knowledge. Personal Representative, by: CHRISTOPHER K. WINGHAM, Solicitor

3200 sq ft, 4 bath, includes washer & dryer, fridge & stove, dishwasher hot tub, natural gas, contact 250-845-3315

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DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF Request for Quotations 2012 Seal Coat Program Reference Number: 2012-06

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Victoria Manor

The District of Vanderhoof invites Quotations for: 2012 Seal Coat Program - Various Locations

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NEW bachelor suites for rent in Fort Fraser @ Last Spike Motel c/w full size f/s,queen sz bed, pine table, chairs & closet utilities incl, 32”HD TV w/sat pkg. Only $650 monthly.PH# 250 699-2776 or 778 2590094

Rooms for Rent Grand Trunk Inn rooms for rent all utilities included, phone,cable,maid service and can check-in anytime of the month, starting at $600 per month Ph# 250 567-3188

Request for Quotation Documents will be available during normal business hours at: DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF 160 Connaught Street Box 900 Vanderhoof, B.C., V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169 or at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca Request for Quotations are scheduled to close: Closing Time: Closing Date: Closing Location:

Shared Accommodation Looking for Roommate Available Immediately Full size house, in town. Everything supplied. I’m only home 1 day a week. Call Joel for more details. $450 Month 250-567-7560 evenings

RENO’D 3/bdrm townhouses in family friendly complex. Close to downtown, schools & park. $650/mth. 250-567-4430

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Creditors and others having claims against the Estate are hereby notiﬁed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, Gregory John Piper c/o Heather Sadler Jenkins LLP, Attn: Roberta J. Stewart, 700550 Victoria Street, Prince George, BC, V2L 2K1, on or before June 30, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.

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Townhouses Mike Steinebach @ (250) 694-3497 Cell (250) 692-6107 Or Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 Cell (250) 570-2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net & Website www.mikesauction.net

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Re: Estate of Michael James Piper, also known as Michael Piper, Deceased, formerly of 1705 Charlie Frontage Road, Pad #28, Fraser Lake, BC (the “Estate”)

Auctions

2:00 PM local time Thursday, May 31, 2012 Ofﬁce of the District of Vanderhoof 160 Connaught Street Vanderhoof, B.C., V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169

Direct all inquiries regarding this Request for Quotations to: Attention:

Paul R. Carver Superintendent of Public Works Phone: (250) 567-0669 Email: works@district.vanderhoof.ca

IMPORTANT NOTE: Quotations will only be accepted in sealed envelopes, with the project name and closing date/time clearly marked on the outside of the envelope. Quotations received after the closing date/time will be returned unopened to the Submitter. The District of Vanderhoof reserves the right to reject any and all Quotations. The lowest or any Quotation may not necessarily be accepted.

SPRING FARM & RANCH EQUIPMENT AUCTION SALE Saturday June 2nd, 12:00 noon BC Livestock Stockyards You are welcome to consign cars, trucks, trailers, we sell everything. Following the Equipment Sale we have a

HORSE SALE

Filled out Equine Information Document Required. Can be found on CFIA Site.

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Village of Fraser Lake Construction of Village of Fraser Lake Works Yard Shop The Village of Fraser Lake Public Works Department has been approved for the construction of a new equipment storage garage, located at 21 Tunasa Cresent. Fraser Lake BC. Invitation To Tender The following information is for the purpose of constructing a wood framed 3 bay equipment garage with concrete footings and walls will be in accordance with the latest 2012 BC building codes and approved of by authorized Inspector(s) of said codes. Specific details for the building are included on attached documents . It will be the responsibility of the Contractor that quotes will include in written form: 1. Supply and installation of all required materials 2. Removal and disposal of new construction waste and/or materials 3. Associated costs, including mileage, applicable taxes, and all applicable permits proper building permits for construction as required by the Local Govt. Act and The Community Charter. 4. All quotes from licensed and certified Sub Trades that are deemed necessary for approved completion of building construction, as outlined in the construction directive Inspections and approvals for any or all work completed by sub trades will be in accordance with the appropriate licensed Inspectors and the responsibility of the Contractor. . EXCLUDING ONLY, the installation of approved natural gas furnace, affiliated permits, materials, inspections and labour for aforesaid natural gas items, which will be provided by Village of Fraser Lake. Electrical sub trade quote: • To include service disconnection and existing electrical panel of old building. • Supply and Installation of all required materials • Removal and disposal of new construction material waste • Associated costs, including mileage, applicable taxes and permits • Notice for BC HYDRO materials that may be eligible for rebates The Village Works Dept. responsibilities include the following: • Contacting BC 1 Call for any underground utilities. • Obtaining a certified person to disconnect the existing natural gas service prior to demolition of old building. • Removal and installation of existing Lennox Natural Gas furnace and piping • Lennox mod LF24-145A-5 116,000 btu output furnace • 6” B VENT Chimney located approx 54” from end wall and 20” from gable end wall • Furnace electrical rating is 120V, 60HZ, single phase, 6 AMP • Applicable permits for natural gas furnace installation • Removal of existing electrical lighting fixtures and wiring • Supply equipment, operators and labourers required for demolition and removal of the old building, pre foundation ground work needed to determine original soil, pre construction conditions as approved of by Building Inspector. • Supply equipment, operators and approved materials required for pre footing and foundation stability, proper foundation back fill and floor inside of building. • Supply equipment and operator for required trenching needed for services to building Inquiries can be made to the Village of Fraser Lake Municipal office Monday - Friday, during working hours 8:00 am. - 4:00 pm. Located at 210 Carrier Cres. Fraser Lake BC. 250.699.6257 Or by calling the Village Works Yard at 250.699.6562 from 7:30am- 4:00 pm. Monday –Friday. A mandatory on-site walkthrough will take place at the construction location located at 21 Tunasa Cres. on May 22, 2012 with interested parties and the Village of Fraser Lake Administration at 1:00 pm. Interested parties that are not able to attend at this day and time , should contact Vern Hilman prior to May 22, 2012 at 250.699.6562 or cell# 250.699.1265 or by email at vflwork@fraserlake.ca to make alternate arrangements. In fairness to parties that attend or have made alternate arrangements, any inquiries past this date will not be accepted. Sealed bids, when completed, may be submitted in person to the Village of Fraser Lake Village Office between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday to Friday, or mailed to – Village of Fraser Lake PO Box 430, 210 Carrier Cres. Fraser Lake, BC. V0J 1S0. If it is mailed, it MUST be able to be picked up and be deliverable to the Village Office no later than 12:00 pm May 28 2012, attention Clint Mauthe, Director of Corporate Administrative Services. Opening of sealed bids will take place in Council Chambers located downstairs at the Municipal Office in Fraser Lake at 3:00 pm on the same day, May 28, 2012.

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Staff-Sergeant Dave Beach from the Vanderhoof RCMP detatchment spoke at a regional district presentation about the areas new 9-1-1 service which went live in the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako on October 25, 2011. Beach says 9-1-1 it is a significant step in improving emergency response services in the area. Hannah Wright photo

A normal tour for an RCMP officer is three or four years. “That’s what most constables will do in one detachment before transferring,” Staff Sgt. Dave Beach of the Vanderhoof RCMP says. “The people in charge usually stay longer.” For Beach, that stay in Vanderhoof was seven years, and when it ended this month, so did his career in the RCMP. “I’ve been in the RCMP for more than 38 years,” Beach said, looking back on his career. “I was probably posted to about 15 places, not counting Depot in Regina, where we all train.” The majority of those postings have been in B.C., along with Alberta, Ottawa and Yugoslavia. Not a bad travel manifest for someone from Beachburg, Ont. “When I was in school, we studied geography, and a lot of the pictures of B.C. showed mountains. They always looked nice.” So when he was finished his training and was ready for his first assignment, he chose Richmond. “Coming to Richmond from Beachburg, which is a very small town, I was lost. But you meet a lot of people quickly in the force and you get to know your area.” He figured about 36 years of his RCMP service was in B.C., and has a ready answer for people who ask him what he liked most. “I enjoyed every minute. I enjoyed all the postings. It’s the people in the community who make it what it is. “You meet a lot of people in this job, and most of them are good people.” He found that especially true in Vanderhoof. “There are good people here. The politicians, the elected officials, treat us well and try to work with us. “The thing some people don’t think about in Vanderhoof is they figure we’re still just a small farming community. What we actually have is a scaled-down version of a larger community, including the crime problems.” Community is what Beach says he’ll remember most about Vanderhoof, and one spring made it stand out. “When we had the floods a few years ago, I was out helping with the sandbagging, and I looked around and there was probably 10 per cent of the community out there helping at the same time. “That’s why I stayed so long.” And while Beach is retiring from the Vanderhoof RCMP, he isn’t planning on retiring from Vanderhoof anytime soon. “I have basically no plans right now, and that’s the way I like it. If we want to go kayaking or backpacking, we can just grab the stuff and go.”

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