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FREE SPEECH VANDALIZED Billboards, posted by anti-abortionists, on Highway 16 near Telkwa and another in Hazelton, were vandalized last week by someone using black paint. Percy N. Hébert photo
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Readers of RidersWest recently voted Telkwa as one of the best spots in the province to tool around on all-terrain vehicles. “I believe this is quite an honour for Telkwa,” Village of Telkwa councillor Rimas Zitkauskas said.
Telkwa was recognized in two separate categories in RidersWest’s annual Rider’s Choice Awards. In the category of favourite scenic ATV area in British Columbia, Telkwa took home silver, behind Valemount in the platinum position, Fernie’s Flathead Valley in the gold position and ahead of
McBride. In the most challenging ATV area, online readers put Telkwa in the bronze position, behind Crowsnest Pass, Alta. in the platinum position, Elk Valley - Elkford and Sparwood, B.C. in gold and Owl Head, Sicamous, B.C. in the silver position. “I’m not surprised,” long-time
ATV rider Ted Cullis said. The former president of the Bulkley Valley Quad Riders rattled off several trails around Telkwa he thought were scenic and some that could also pose a challenge. Most notable on the scenic list was Telkwa Pass, he said.. “I took a friend from Prince George
to Telkwa Pass and he was very impressed,” Cullis said. “It’s very scenic.” The awards, Zitkauskas said, presented an opportunity for the village to promote tourism in the Telkwa area and the Bulkley Valley in general. “This could be very, very positive for Telkwa,” Zitkauskas said.
“It’s very rare that we get recognized, so when we do get recognized we should try to maximize the recognition.” To that end, Zitkauskas suggested council contact Tourism Smithers as well as Tourism B.C. to relay the news as well as have the distinction noted on their respective web pages.
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Representatives from the Town of Smithers attended the Federation of Canadian Municipalities convention in Saskatoon two weeks ago where a resolution was passed demanding the removal of changes to the Federal Fisheries Act from Bill-C38. “The resolution was brought forward by a regional district in the Okanagan urging the federal government to remove proposed changes from the omnibus bill and have them go through a proper process at the committee level,” Smithers Mayor Taylor Bachrach said. The three day convention gave the more than 1,500 delegates from across Canada an opportunity to explore Saskatoon one of the fastest growing municipalities in Canada. Delegates toured the “Paris of the Prairies,” to witness some of the initiatives Saskatoon’s city council has implemented over the past few years including ever-changing art installations around the city. Councillors also took part in workshops and discussions about major issues facing modern municipalities. “One thing communities across Canada have in common
“The need for a long-term infrastructure plan going forward was a huge topic of debate at the convention.”
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is the challenge of maintaining our infrastructure,” Bachrach said. “It’s certainly something we see here in Smithers. The hope is by 2014 we’ll see a new program that’s going to meet our needs.” Councillor Phil Brienesse said it was a great opportunity to network with other councillors especially those who face similar issues as Smithers, noting he took a lot away from the convention. “It was a really positive experience,” Brienesse said. “It was a really good chance to network with peers, especially with social media. Following different mayors and councillors on Twitter and Facebook just opens up a whole new avenue of ideas.” However, it was clear the convention, which included more than 90 per cent of Canadian municipalities, was not only about networking. It was also an opportunity to develop a unified, long-term solution for one of the most pressing issues facing municipalities: the future of their infrastructure programs. “The need
for a long-term infrastructure plan going forward was a huge topic of debate at the convention” Brienesse said. “The current Building Canada plan ends in 2014 and there’s a real concern for municipalities to have something in place before 2014 so we can have stable funding and be able to plan our budgets ahead of time.” “Probably the most contentious resolution or the one people were really talking about was with regard to the proposed changes to the Federal Fisheries Act that are embedded in Bill-C38 “There was a resolution that was brought forward by a regional district in the Okanagan urging the federal government to pull out those proposed changes from the omnibus bill and have them go through a proper process at the committee level. “It was a strong message from municipal government that protecting fish and fish habitat is very important to communities across Canada. “One thing that communities across Canada have in common
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The Canadian Cancer Society expected disappointment after a B.C. legislative committee report called for weak restrictions on cosmetic pesticides. “If these recommendations become law, they will not protect all British Columbian children from being exposed to unnecessary chemicals and possible carcinogens,” Canadian Cancer Society CEO, Barbara Kaminsky said. Earlier this year, top health organizations including the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and the Public Health Association of B.C. called for strong legislation to ban all sales of cosmetic pesticides within B.C., similar to the laws passed in Quebec and Ontario a number of years ago.
In northwest B.C. the use of cosmetic pesticides is also facing some tough opposition. However, in the absence of regional or municipal bylaws prohibiting the use of cosmetic pesticides, Smithers residents are unprotected against harmful toxins in pesticides. “We don’t have a bylaw on pesticide use and we don’t use pesticides in any of our works and operations as a municipality,” Susan Bassett from the Town of Smithers said. According to a survey conducted by the Canadian Cancer Society in 2010 more than 70 per cent of British Columbians support provincial legislation to restrict pesticide use. In B.C., 35 municipalities have adopted bylaws restricting the use of cosmetic pesticides and in 2009 the Union of BC municipalities voted in favour of a provincial-wide ban on all sales of
cosmetic pesticides. Still, Bassett admitted if someone did have a complaint about the residential use of cosmetic pesticides they have no recourse because there are no provisions in place for them to file a grievance. Nonetheless, the issue is on the minds of many and Mayor Taylor Bachrach hopes to eventually look at those concerns in council. “If there are ways we can make our environment healthier by eliminating toxins, we should look at that as a community.” Councillor Phil Brienesse knows firsthand the nauseating effects of pesticides, posting on his Facebook page the pesticides used by his neighbour are strong enough to cause headaches. But, before he can bring it up in council, Brienesse said he wants to hear more from residents. “I’d have to hear more from the residents if that is of
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n 2003, The Interior News interviewed 17-year-old Smithers Secondary graduate Brent Jim as he was leaving for McGill University in Montreal, determined to become the first medical doctor from Moricetown. Almost a decade later, Jim is now Dr. Jim, MD, having just graduated from medical school at the University of British Columbia. Jim not only achieved his goal of becoming the first physician from Moricetown, he also found time to get married and start a family. Jim is the second Wet’suwet’en person to become a physician. A distant relative, Dr. Rose Lenser of Terrace, graduated from UBC medical school in 1999. “He’s worked hard to get to where he’s at,” Lenser said. “He’s dedicated himself to school and education but also balanced his family life with it, which is certainly good to see in a doctor.” Jim remembers noticing McGill was always near, or at the top of, Maclean’s magazine’s yearly university rankings, that his father Victor would bring home for him. “My father was probably the most influential person in my life,” he said. “He received his MEd in 1995 and was my teacher at Moricetown Elementary School for a year. “He always emphasized the importance of a higher education and I strived to emulate his educational achievements.” In Grade 9, Jim said his English teacher, Mrs. Diane Mattson, pushed him to succeed in her accelerated class. “I always used that class as a reminder I could do whatever I put my mind to,” he said. By Grade 10, Jim had decided he wanted to help people by becoming a doctor, most likely a pediatrician, but plans change over the years and he’s now spe-
Jim Brent, recently became the first person from Moricetown, to graduate from medical school. Contributed photo
cializing in obstetrics and gynecology. With a high school diploma in his back pocket, Jim received a $4,000 award from the Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation, which he put toward his education costs. The scholarship recognized his community involvement and leadership, in addition to academic excellence. At McGill, Jim earned a BSc., with a major in physiology, and decided medical school at UBC would be a good fit because it was closer to home. “In reality, I got to go back to Smithers less often than I did when I was at McGill,” he said. Jim spent two years in Victoria and another two in Cowichan with the Island Medical Program.
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The first two years, Jim spent most of his time in the classroom, while in the third year he moved onto an Integrated Clinical Clerkship in Cowichan. “They have a similar program in Terrace,” Jim said, “But this was the inaugural year in Cowichan. “I was one of two medical students in Cowichan that year and we got a taste of what community medicine was like.” Describing medical school at UBC as “gruelling”, Jim said sometimes he didn’t think there was time for anything but studying, and has some advice for future medical students. “During those times, make time for yourself,” he said. “Eat healthy, exercise, watch a movie, and get a good night’s rest.”
Jim said the best day of medical school was w March 6, 2012, the day he learned after te 23 applications and scores of interviews across ac the country with various residency programs, pr that he had been matched to obstetrics ob and gynecology in Calgary. “After the interviews, the students rank ra which programs they want and the programs pr rank the students they want to have ha in their residency program, Jim explained. pl “Then a computer algorithm tries to match m the student’s first choice to the program’s gr first choice.” Jim’s wife is from Smithers and for the sake sa of both their families, he said, it was important im they were close to home, making in Calgary an ideal choice. Jim was in Moricetown this past April, after af the passing of his grandmother, who almost al got to see her grandson graduate from fr medical school. He has fond memories of growing up in Moricetown, surrounded by family and friends, fr and has many great memories of playing pl sports with “the boys.” Jim’s Ji residency, which starts in July, is a requirement req to be able to practice medicine independently, as is the passing of licensing censi and more specialty exams. It will take him another five years of hard work and persistence. “I chose obstetrics and gynecology because it is an excellent mix of a surgical and medical specialty,” he said. “Most of the time, there is a happy outcome with a healthy baby being brought into the world. “Furthermore, I would be able to make a difference in Aboriginal communities where women’s health is often neglected.” After his residency, Dr. Jim plans to head back to B.C. to set up a practice, though at this point it’s premature to say where exactly that will be. “I may end up back on Vancouver Island, doing locums around the Bulkley Valley every once in awhile,” he said. With files from Heather Ramsay, Interior News, 2003.
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Let them speak Did he give me the gift of voice so some could silence me? - When God Made Me, Neil Young
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ith Canada Day on the horizon it’s time to reflect and count the many ways we’re fortunate to live in a country like Canada. Sure, there are problems with our health care system, social services, expensive jets, and a government intent on dismantling any semblance of protection for the environment and a lack of respect for scientists, the parliamentary system and no sense of what is important to Canadians. But it could be worse. Just take a look around the world: Egypt, Syria, Greece, Spain, any number of countries in Africa. Japan isn’t going to be the same for a long time. In many countries it’s difficult to celebrate a national day or to voice allegiance to a party, or to a cause. But in Canada, despite everything else, we have freedom of speech. Speech without hatred is a precious part of the Canadian charter. Sharing ideas is what leads to consensus and the development of policy. Freedom of speech is what allows us to better understand those with opposing views and why their views are different. Freedom of speech is what allows me to take pokes at Prime Minister Stephen Harper, although I doubt he actually feels the pokes. Freedom of speech allows Canadians to write letters to the editor without fear of retribution from the government, or the newspaper for that matter—and by the way The Interior News appreciates all of the letters we receive. Unfortunately, some people in the community still believe voices carrying a message different than their personal views shouldn’t be heard. Case in point: the recent vandalism of antiabortion signs in New Hazelton and Telkwa. Regardless of your stand regarding abortion, those opposing abortion have the very same rights to voice their opinion as those who support a woman’s choice to have an abortion. Vandalism is an assault on free speech. Even worse, doing it under the cover of darkness is cowardly. Say what you mean, mean what you say, say it politely and put your face to it. Meanwhile, let them speak. - Percy N. Hébert/Interior News
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t’s a simple game played by more people on the planet than any other sport. If you can kick a ball with your foot, then you can play soccer or, as the rest of the world calls it, football. For the moment the Euro debt crisis in Europe is on the back burner as citizens flock to pubs and arenas to watch the only thing that matters right now: winning the UEFA Euro Cup Championship. Last week the tournament kicked off with explosive action that for the most part has gone unnoticed in our fair town: Holland was crushed, Ireland has faded out of the championship, and Germany is powering
ahead in one of the toughest competitions on the planet. But no one here seems to care. This strikes me as very odd, considering we have one of the largest soccer associations anywhere. There are over 1,000 people playing soccer in Smithers, with about 750 youth alone. So I ask, why is a town with such deep European roots not subject to the wonders of Euro? Is it because the Dutch are on their way out? Perhaps. Or maybe that the Swiss didn’t even make it (neither did Slovenia for that matter). Or is it because there are more important things to do than watch
ORDER FROM THE MESS Dan Mesec international ternational soccer at 8 a.m. on a Monday morning? In any case, Smithereens are just not watching enough Euro. More than half the population of the world play and watch soccer, even one fifth of our town plays soccer, so why is no one watching the Euro here?
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Despite the streets running orange with tears, there are still a lot of matches to go. So I propose we all need to watch a lot more Euro. There are full blown parties at Boston Pizza for the NHL NH playoffs and the monthly UFC but m nothing for Euro. I noth can guarantee there are way w more people watching Euro than watc the NHL or UFC. N Still, finding a place to watch Euro in Smithers is a futile pursuit. Nevertheless, soccer is becoming one of the more popular sports in Canada, even surpassing hockey. That’s even more true now that Canada’s national men’s team is just one game away from qualifying for the
2014 FIFA World Cup after beating Cuba 1-0 and tying Honduras 0-0. If they beat Panama in September it will mark the first time Canada will qualify for the world cup since 1986. Again, that speaks volumes to Canada’s cultural diversity and soccer’s popularity here. Once more, why aren’t we watching more soccer? Despite the tears of orange streaming down the faces of our Dutch friends there’s still a lot of Euro to go and if Canada is making a break for a World Cup berth, then maybe soon enough Canada will be in the soccer spotlight and we’ll all get to see a truly golden goal.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Clean up anniversary Editor: The Interior News of May 30, 2012, shows a photo (page A12) of the Highway Cleanup by students of Bulkley Valley Christian High School. The Highway Cleanup by Bulkley Valley Christian School was first started in 1972, so this was the 40th Anniversary of this annual event. Congratulations to all participants! George Koopmans Telkwa
Beware of pipeline Editor: Re: Improved Leak Detection for Pipe Lines (Mr. Germuth’s presentation to Kitimat Council).
Whereas it is highly commendable for better leak detection to be developed and considered, a few points need to be raised. 1. Any technology is subject to equipment and human failure. 2. Even with new technology we would be accepting the project on mere speculation, promises and faith. 3. Few leaks are small, but generally large to very large. This would be particularly true in our region because of earth quakes, land and snow slides, flooding, washouts. Do not believe this region is geologically stable. Many geologists and geological institutions state this is not so, and we have many examples: people being buried, temporary dams being created
on rivers and streams and many river valley slopes consisting of fractured not solid rock. 4. We are dealing with DilBit not regular crude. The pressure is much, much higher for DilBit than sweet crude. The figure I saw was 600 PSI for crude and 2150 PSI for DilBit. That pressure would go up more with increased throughput. Also, you can’t go immediately near a spill for clean-up as promised, it would kill you. 5.Vast sections of the proposed pipeline aren’t easily accessible, particularly under winter conditions for five months of the year. Drive up along the Upper Kitimat River and see for yourself where the logging
road get blocked by avalanches. You can’t get to the worst spots. You would have to hike. 6. The new pipeline technology wouldn’t help one bit in the marine environment. 7. I hope you’ve listened to the Alberta farmer who first reported on the latest big spill, being interviewed on CBC Radio Tuesday, June 12. For him it was the second spill in four years contaminating his land and pastures. He has 165 cattle but can’t sell the meat with a clear con-
science. The meat is contaminated and it shows in the liver and kidneys. He’s giving up farming and had one clear message for us: fight the Northern Gateway Project with everything you have! Dieter H. Wagner Kitimat
Ministerial Response Editor: (re: Liberals need to be open and transparent, Interior News, June 6) continued top right
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The main reason government wants to revise the Animal Health Act is because it hasn’t been updated since 1948 and doesn’t have the tools to deal with modern disease outbreaks. When crafting the new act, we looked both nationally and internationally to other jurisdictions to see what they had done. We realized the best way to ensure disease outbreaks are reported early is to assure farmers their information will be treated in a confidential fashion. The new Animal Health Act does that and the changes to the act are based on latest best practices in disease diagnosis and control. The rules around reporting news of a disease don’t change with the new Animal Health Act. As soon as a disease is actually confirmed, information is made public the same way it has always been, through the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and/or Fisheries and Oceans Canada or the Province’s Chief Veterinarian. What the new Animal Health Act guards against is incomplete or unconfirmed information being made public that would unfairly harm the reputation and livelihood of the families making their living as farmers. We recognize, upon confirmation of a disease, it is essential the public receives complete, accurate and consistent information and advice on how they can protect their health. Let me make it clear, the new legislation places no restrictions on the media or general public from reporting the presence of diseases to the public. It also doesn’t change anyone’s responsibility to notify CFIA or the province’s Chief Veterinarian if they have reason to believe that an animal in their care has a reportable disease. Failure to report knowledge of an animal disease is an offence. I assure you the new Act balances the need for protection of confidential information in the ministry’s possession with the public interest in receiving timely disease information. Don McRae B.C. Minister of Agriculture
Thank you Editor: My husband and I would like to acknowledge and thank the angels living and working in our community. On Saturday June 2, we were given the devastating news that our baby, due to arrive in August, had passed away. The maternity ward nursing staff, the ultrasound technician, Dr. Haskins, and Dr. Jakubec were able to help us deliver a perfect sleeping baby boy, Monday June 4. Words can’t express our gratitude for the compassion, support, and understanding we received. In these days of sorrow our families, friends, and people from all walks of life comfort us. To the mums I was joining on this journey of summer babies, I want to tell you how excited I am for you. See MUMS on p. A8
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LETTERS MUMS from A7 Hold them close, and we will join you in this blessing another time. To the staff and clients of Pharmasave, I thank you for your understanding while my husband and I leave to heal. We will be back with you in the fall. Smithers is a unique town. It seems everyone knows everyone, perhaps not always by name but often by recognition of being part of the same community. We thank all those around us for their understanding and kind words in our time of need. Thank you and take care. Carly & Nick Rosger Smithers
Valdez prompts Enbridge warning Anyone in favour of the Northern Gateway pipeline should do a bit of research. How about checking out the Exxon Valdez lawsuit history? This spill was 23 years ago and the various lawsuits still drag on. Fishermen, cannery workers and others have, in most cases received no compensation at all. Others have received very tiny settlements. Some residents, including the former mayor of Cordova, committed suicide because their livelihood had been totally destroyed. Is Enbridge any more trustworthy than the wonderful people who ruined so much of Prince William Sound? Do you really think oil company executives care about our welfare? If you believe they do then check out their treatment of Cordova and Valdez residents. Do you believe our government is concerned with jobs? They and their rich buddies outsource as many jobs as possible. If the pipeline is completed and the companies start getting extremely high prices from Chinese oil sales do you thing our own prices won’t rise? There are oil executives who think we should be paying European prices right now. The Alaskan oil spill eventually covered 2,100 km of coastline and ruined 28,000 square kilometres of ocean. Ask the people of Cordova and Valdez what they think now of oil companies and their leaky tankers. If Harper has his way I shudder for the pathetic future of this beautiful region.
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Bulkley Valley Learning Centre had the right atmosphere for learning Editor: Ever so quietly the doors of the Bulkley Valley Learning Centre are closing. Inside those doors one walks into a relaxed atmosphere where close relationships between students and teachers is evident. This has been created by respect, teachers and students collaborating on achievable goals and family communication. The school has unique flavours. In its birth students and staff were involved in its construction. Many hours of thought and planning were put into its beginning. It’s the time that was put into its creation that helped ensure its sustainability. There are many functions at the school that contribute to this flavour. One of those functions is the kitchen. Every morning students and staff prepare breakfast. During breakfast students and staff take a break and acknowledge the day. Once a week students and staff prepare lunch that welcomes visitors. The lunch is well attended. It isn’t only the food that motivates people to attend, it’s the relationships that develop. Many people have had their first experience visiting the school on this day. It is also a day that past students and family often drop by to visit. Relationships are a core part of the makeup of the Bulkley Valley Learning Centre. The flavour of the school begins relationships needed for students and staff to collaborate on learning and life goals. Community has been created inside that continues outside its walls. The school is unique and has been a valuable part of this community. Communities are experiencing cutbacks and changes in education and social programs. These two things can make accessing services difficult. It is hoped that the closing of the Bulkley Valley Learning Centre doesn’t fit this criteria. It’s a shame that its doors have been closed so quietly. Edi Young Smithers
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Thanks to the Bulkley Valley Credit Union, the new patio at the Bulkley Lodge took a big step forward. “This is amazing,” Margaret Burns, whose mother was a resident of Blueberry Ward at the lodge, said. Residents in the Blueberry Ward need a little more attention and with just one care worker on the ward, it’s difficult for them to find time to take each resident outdoors for a spell. Consequently, the residents typically rely on family members to bring them outside. The deck, Burns said, will make it much easier for staff at the lodge to bring residents outdoors in a safe environment. “It’s something we wanted to do for our families and for other families down the road,” Burns, whose mother, Dorothy Lewis, was a resident in the Blueberry Ward at the lodge, said. “The deck will allow some residents
to get outside safely.” For Bill Parker, whose mother, Helene Parker, lives in the Blueberry Ward, the deck is an important part of the quality of life for several residents. “Some of the residents don’t have many opportunities to get outdoors and get some fresh air,” he said. “The deck is going to change that for them, it’s going to make it totally great for them.” At a cost of $30,000 the Bulkley Lodge family council had to do some serious fundraising and the BVCU helped them take a big step. For the Bulkley Valley Credit Union, making a donation towards the cost of the deck fits perfectly with their mandate, BVCU board member and chair of the Smithers Community Support Committee Klaus Mueller said. “This is a project we were absolutely thrilled to be a part of,” Mueller said. “Any project that enhances the quality of life of the residents in the Bulkley
Valley is something that we’re happy to support. The committee, Mueller said, receives more than 100 requests for funding each year and the majority receive at least some funding. The mandate of the committee is to focus on projects directed at youth, education and/or community, Mueller explained. Funds to support the various projects come from a percentage of the profit generated by the BVCU. Some of the profit is redistributed to members of the BVCU and some goes to Community Support Committees for distribution to various community projects, Mueller explained. “That’s what we’re about,” Mueller said. “Making sure the money goes directly back to the communities.” Other projects receiving funding from the BVCU include the Telkwa Bandstand project for their centennial celebrations later this year, the Midsummer
Jim Aldrich, manager at the Bulkley Lodge, Bill Parker, Greg Wacholtz with the BVCU, Margaret Burns and Klaus Mueller with BVCU, are all smiles during the official cheque presentation. Contributed photo
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Students stock Tyhee By Percy N. Hébert Smithers/Interior News
It may have been drizzling, but nothing could dampen the enthusiasm of Telkwa elementary schoolchildren. After waiting an extra hour for a truck delayed by traffic, the Telkwa school children finally had the opportunity to help the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. stock Tyhee Lake with 20,000 rainbow trout fry raised in the Clearwater, B.C. hatchery. They lined up, in single file, barely able to contain themselves, as Dave Ek, fish culturist with FFSBC, filled small white buckets with water and a handful of rainbow trout fry. The children took their white buckets to the dock at Tyhee Lake and poured the contents of their buckets over the side into the lake, some slowly and
tentatively like first-time parents, enjoying the thrill of the moment. Others poured their buckets with little ceremony, anxious to get back in line for a fill up. No matter the technique, everyone was smiling and learning. The smiles were exactly what their teacher Janna Delany wanted to see. “We celebrate all we’ve learned,” Delany said. For Delany, the opportunity to participate in the stocking of Tyhee Lake is a fun way to help students put into context what they learned in class. Over the course of the year, Delany’s students participated in the salmonid enhancement program and raised coho salmon. The project, Delany said, teaches the children about the life cycle of salmon and other fish, as well as the importance of
their habitat, their food, and water conservation. To top off the learning experience, Delany’s students took two field trips, first to release the salmon they raised and another to help release the rainbow trout. Tyhee Lake is one of several hundred lakes across the province the FFSBC stocks as part of their mandate to promote fish conservation and management, research and, most importantly this morning, public education, Ek explained. This year marked the 12th visit in as many years by the FFSBC to Tyhee Lake. The FFSBC uses oneyear-old rainbow trout of the blackwater strain, explained Ek, because they are better able to deal with predation pressure from pike and other fish in the lake. Once the children
From top left: Troy Johnson slips his fish into the lake while Roary Sorowski keeps an eye out on their progress in the lake, Josh DeWitt tips his bucket, Rohyn Lam sets his fish free under the watchful eye of Aiden Press. Percy N. Hébert photos
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their weight. But wet feet or not, they stood and cheered in amazement as trout fry gushed by the thousands out of the end of the hose. “It’s very exciting for them to see and it is
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Charity Golf brings out some of Canada’s hottest talent Rotary raises more than $46,000 for local charities By Dan Mesec Hazelton / Interior News
Smithers hosted the 21st Annual Charity Golf Tournament last weekend as sports celebrities from across Canada descended on the Smithers Golf and Country Club for one of the most exciting tournaments of the year. Homegrown talents Dan Hamhuis, Joe Watson Jamie McCartney, Jody Pederson and Bill Stephens were all on hand for the weekend events as well as a wealth of other Canadian NHL and Olympic athletes including long time supporter Charlie Simmer and former Canucks Chris Oddleifson, Gerry O’Flaherty and Jack McIlhargey. Returning for the second time were Olympians Helen Upperton and Jesse Lumsden. Some new faces to the tournament were Canadian ski cross Olympians Kelsey Serwa and Stan Rey. Canadian Olympic snowboarder Leanne Pelosi made an appearance as well as Canadian Brier competitor Kevin Folk.
Former Philadelphia Flyers and Hartford Whalers forward Lindsay Carson was on hand, and keeping a handle on events throughout the evening was famed radio broadcaster Ross Hawse. However, probably the most exciting celebrity for Smithereens was Canucks centre Manny Malhotra who was swarmed with autographs during Friday nights signing session. “They thought it was run very well, they had an extremely good time. They were so grateful for being asked to come up to Smithers and said they would gladly come back another time,” tournament co-chair Murray Hawse said. But it was Hamhuis’ charisma and generosity that excited people most Saturday night, as he auctioned off a trip for two to a Canucks game and some signed gear from his team as he recalled his first tournament and thanked everyone for making it such a special event. “It’s always fun coming back to participate in this tournament,”
Hamhuis said. “I started in this tournament almost 19 years ago as a caddie for Jody Simmer. It’s been a great tournament this year. I love coming back.” “It was neat just to have the privilege of driving around and meeting all the groups and having a good time.” Although it was all for charity, and organizers reached and possibly surpassed their goal of $46,000, it was Chris Herkels’ team that pulled out an overall win with 13 under par.
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Above, Vancouver Canucks Manny Malhotra and Dan Hamhuis sign autographs during a signing Friday night at the Smithers Golf and Country Club. Below, Joe Watson celebrates with his Dan Mesec photo team after sinking a 10-foot putt on Saturday.
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Rain can’t keep diehard riders away from Tour de Smithers By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News
Cyclists from across the northwest were ripping around Smithers and Telkwa Sunday morning, competing for the 2012 Tour de Smithers crown in a 66-kilometre sprint race. Riders from Smithers, Terrace, Telkwa, and Nelson hit the road in one of the valley’s longestrunning road bike races. “There’s about four or five of us in the group that are all pretty strong riders and all very experienced in road racing tactics which makes for a fun race,� said rider Peter Kruse. Normally the race is 88 kilometres long however, when they started this year it was pouring rain and the group decided to do only 66 kilometres. With all the
amazing talent, Kruse said it was tough to pick out a dominant member in the pack. “Usually at the end of the race no one tries to go in the last two kilometres because your just going to, what we call ‘wheelsuckers,’ stay on your back wheel. So we just had a big sprint at the finish line and Vince just got me by about a wheel, but there was about five of us all within five seconds of each other.� In first place Vince Druin from Terrace finished with a time of 158:04 pulling ahead ever so slightly from Kruse, who was right on his tail finishing with 158:05. Ronnie Haws from Nelson finished third with a time of 158:08, followed by James Woodworth from Telkwa, who finished at 158:10, and Larry McCulloch, who finished at 158:12.
Pack leaders push to the end during Sunday’s 27th Tour de Smithers on Babine Lake Road. Dan Mesec photo
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Saltos says Aloha to an outstanding season By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News
The Smithers Saltos Gymnastics club brought their 2012 competitive season to a close last weekend with their annual Aloha Invitational. The competition was one of the largest in the north so far this year as well as one of the biggest that Smithers Saltos have ever hosted. “We had a good rage of competition in each category,” Saltos head coach, Alana Jensen said. “It was probably one of the largest competitions in the north so far this year.” More than 150 participants competed in the final meet of the season with teams travelling from Williams Lake, Quesnel, Prince George, Terrace and Kitimat. Being the largest club in the north, the Smithers Saltos had 70 competitors at their home meet and achieved some promising results. “We did really well. It was a good way to end off the season,” Jensen said. “We had a little break from our main competition season,
so they were able to add in some new skills into their routines for next year.” Jensen said she was most impressed by her younger athletes, noting over the season she’s seen a real improvement as her team continues to pursue a higher level of competition in the north and across the province. “I think one group I was really impressed with was my little kids,” she said. “Our pre-novice endeavour program, geared toward a higher level of
gymnastics, have been working hard all year and definitely have gotten stronger in all their routines and are now able to move on to the next level.” Although it was a great competition, it also marked the end of one of the most successful gymnastics careers the Saltos have seen in recent years. Shawni Hayhurst competed for the last time as a Saltos gymnast, and has become an inspiration for younger athletes as they look over her achievements here in Smithers.
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The Saltos will also be welcoming their new coach, Nik Sarkovic, from Serbia later this summer, who they hope will bring some new ideas to the table. “I’m looking forward to having someone with a new perspective on our gymnastics programs, especially coaching the boys,” said Jensen. “He was part of the junior national mens team in Serbia and has a lot of experience in that respect.” “We’ve become such a big program that we really need
another coach. We’ll be able to offer a wider variety of programs and have some new insight into the development of our programs.” The Saltos start their summer camps and programs July 9, and registration is ongoing. This year they’re offering parent and toddler classes as well as a themed gymnastics camp teaching gymnastic skills, crafts and outdoor activities. For more information contact the Smithers Saltos at 250-847-3547.
Smithers Saltos gymnasts takes part in a skills and strength test during the 2012 Aloha Invitational in Smithers June 15-16. Dan Mesec photo
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LOOK AT ME Aidan Flint, a kindergarten student makes sure his family can see him during the Lake Kathlyn elementary school presentation of The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. The play was put on by the kindergarten and Grade 1 classes.The Lorax musical was used as a link to learning about looking after the environment, teacher Marie Edwards said. HIV is a real concern within our communities. You can contract HIV primarily through unprotected sex and by sharing needles. HIV can live in your body for years without you knowing and all the while you can be passing it to others. At least 25 per cent of people who are HIV+ do not know and these 25 per cent are estimated to be responsible for 75 per cent of new infections. Northern Health, in collaboration with its community partners, is working with the Province of BC to prevent the spread of HIV by expanding HIV testing, treatment, and support services to British Columbians.
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ELECTION NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS OF LAKE BABINE NATION Date of Notice: April 30, 2012 The Lake Babine Nation is holding an election for the following ten (10) leadership positions: • One Chief • Two Tachet Councillors • Two Fort Babine Councillors • One Old Fort Councillor • Four Woyenne Councillors Key dates and Election activities are as follows: • June 4, 2012: Nomination Meetings at Woyenne’s Margaret Patrick Memorial Centre from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. At the Fort Babine Health Clinic from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and at Tachet Community Hall from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. • June 11, 2012: All Nominees must sign and file their form to signify their intent to allow their names to appear on ballots. The deadline for filing is on or before June 11, 2012 at 4:30 p.m. If Nominees fail to file by 4:30 p.m. on June 11, 2012, their name shall not appear on the ballot. • June 11, 2012: The Fort Babine Councillor Candidates and the LBN Chief Candidates meet for the all candidates forum starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Fort Babine Interpretive Centre. • June 12, 2012: The Tachet and Old Fort Councillor Candidates and the LBN Chief Candidates meet for the all candidates forum starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Tachet Community Hall. • June 13, 2012: The Woyenne and Old Fort Councillor Candidates and the LBN Chief Candidates meet for the all candidates forum starting at 4:30 p.m. in the Margaret Patrick Community Centre. • June 18, 2012: Advance Polls in the following locations: Fort Babine (Health Clinic); Tachet (Health Clinic) and Woyenne (Margaret Patrick Memorial Centre). The time for the advance poll voting is from 12 noon until 8:00 p.m. • June 28, 2012: General Election with polling stations in the following locations: Fort Babine (Health Clinic); Tachet (Health Clinic); Woyenne (Margaret Patrick Memorial Centre); Smithers (Dzel Kant Friendship Centre)3953 3RD Ave. Smithers; Prince George (Prince George Native Friendship Centre)1600 3rd Ave Prince George; and Vancouver (Vancouver Native Friendship Centre)1607 E Hastings St. Vancouver. The time for the voting is 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. • June 29, 2012: LBN Chief and Council Elect sworn into office. All Lake Babine Nation members participating in this election as candidates or as voters should bring their status cards with them to any election meeting they attend, as well as to the Polling Stations on Election Day. The LBN Voters List will be available for viewing only at the LBN administration office and at polling stations. Copies of this list will not be distributed to members. For further information please contact the following persons: Loreen Suhr Electoral Officer (250) 964-1016 • Fax: (250) 964-9604 Email: loreensuhr@telus.net Ruby Adam (inquiries about the Voters List) LBN Membership Clerk (250) 692-4700 • 1-888-692-3214
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Congratulations to the Grads of Curtis Adamson
Tianna Adzich
Lauren Allen
Laura Anderson
Jessica Becker
Dyllan Blewett
Katelynn Bolster
Charlotte Brook
Brittney Brown
Kole Cardinal
Jennifer Cousins
Brendon Cummins
Devan Cummins
William Davis
Stephen deWit
Brian Dohler
Carter Ebeling
Cole Ebeling
Jason Egan
Arthur Emmelot
Alex Faion
Kelvin Fehr
Shaina Fisher
Dan Garcia
Taaron Gorbahn
Aimee Green
Kyle Gyger
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Ben Hallman
Ashley Halvorson
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Harlen Holloway
Jillian Hooper
Kautea Hubert
Michael Humble
Shauna Hunter-McLean
Ryan Jones
Jeff Kalina
Brooke Karrer
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Reuben Russell
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Morgan Snider
Alicia Stahel
Justin Stam
Karlie Stecko
Shanelle Stevens
Bryan Storie
Ryan Stumborg
Jesse Sukut
Brady Taekema
Kim Tran
Carson Tworow
Brooke Utz
Gerrit Vandenhoek
Cole Walton
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Danielle Weme
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he Art Gallery has an urgent need for volunteers, exciting, creative positions: Exhibition Coordinator, a fundraising event committee member, a sitter (opening the gallery to the public), a member of the Board of Directors. Contact Caroline Bastable for more information, 8473898. Energy drinks are usually full of extra unnecessary things. Here is a recipe to make your own: Homemade Vitamin Water: 10 cups water, ½ cucumber, thinly sliced, 1 lemon, thinly sliced, ¼ cup basil leaves, shredded, 1/3 cup mint leaves, shredded. Stir all ingredients in a pitcher. Place in fridge overnight, serve. Recipe by Mary Roslyn Jolley, www. mygreendiet.com. With this recipe you know exactly what you’re drinking. I now attend Council meetings,
VILLAGE OF TELKWA TOWN HALL MEETING June 26, 2012 at 7:00 pm Telkwa Community Hall The meeting will give residents a general overview of current and upcoming projects/grants and to answer questions/comments. We look forward to seeing you there!
flutes and piano. Wonderful to see the children growing, taking on challenging pieces of music. The favourite, I think, was the Bottle Band where the performers blew into bottles and produced music. You really need to go to lionheartproject. com! I am a fan of crochet and this is something you must see. Lions have been crocheted larger PLEASE READ THE FINE PRINT: *2012 Sienna LE – 7 Passenger Automatic KA3DCT(A) MSRP is $29,880 and includes $1,760 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. Lease example: 1.9% Lease APR for 48 months. Monthly payment is $319 with $3,408 down payment. Total Lease obligation is $18,720. Lease 48 mos. based on 80,000 km, excess km charge is $.10. Applicable taxes are extra. **2012 Prius Liftback. KN3DUP (A) MSRP is $27,685 and includes $1,660 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. Lease example: 1.9% Lease APR for 48 months. Monthly payment is $299 with $2,068 down payment. Total Lease obligation is $16,420. Lease 48 mos. based on 80,000 km, excess km charge is $.07. Applicable taxes are extra. ***2012 Yaris Hatchback 3-Door CE Manual JTUD3M(A) MSRP is $15,440 and includes $1,450 freight and pre-delivery inspection, tire levy, battery levy and air conditioning federal excise tax. Lease example: 1.9% Lease APR for 48 months. Monthly payment is $178 with $1,258 down payment. Total Lease obligation is $9,802. Lease 48 mos. based on 80,000 km, excess km charge is $.07. Applicable taxes are extra. †Down payment, first monthly payment and security deposit plus HST on first payment and full down payment are due at lease inception. A security deposit is not required on approval of credit. Offers valid until July 3, 2012. See toyota.ca for complete details on all cash back offers. In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between Toyota prices, rates and/or other information contained on toyotabc.ca and that contained on toyota.ca, the latter shall prevail. Errors and omissions excepted. ††0% finance for 60 months, upon credit approval, available on 2012 Yaris, Corolla, Matrix, RAV4, Tundra and Venza.‡Up to $6000 Non-stackable Cash Back available on 2012 Tundra models. Non-stackable Cash Back offers may not be combined with Toyota Financial Services lease or finance rates. Vehicle must be purchased, registered and delivered by July 3, 2012. See toyota.ca for complete details on all cash back offers. Visit your Toyota BC Dealer or www.toyotabc.ca for more details. Some conditions apply; offers are time limited and may change without notice. Dealer may lease/sell for less.
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educational, sometimes long. The radio station I volunteer at, CICK 93.9FM, records entire meetings. Later some of the more interesting bits are pulled out and saved to be replayed on the Friday following council meetings, noon on Council Briefs. O One of the cou councillors attends to exp explain how decisions are reached or to com comment on what was bro brought forward to Council. It can be informative, letting you know what’s happening in our community. I thought my little walking buddy slept a lot, a dog’s life: comfy bed, good food, someone to take you for a walk. Now I know, under controlled laboratory conditions dogs sleep about 13 hours but wake up more frequently than people. I know that as she walks on me during the night when she is on guard dog duty, which she takes seriously. You’re invited to the Round Lake Community Hall Saturday, June 23 to celebrate longer days with a potluck and a paddle on Round Lake. Paddle in the afternoon. Take a break for a potluck, 6pm with a campfire, singsong planned for the evening. Details at www. roundlakebc.com. Attended the Spring Recital for
than life for a special project. I wouldn’t have the patience for something this size but it’s amazing. Check out the Smithers Library website for an online survey. The library wants/ needs input from the community. It is so important to keep our library on the cutting edge of technology, information, activities. It’s the community’s needs
Ofʏcial Opposition Deputy Leader and Environment Critic, Megan Leslie and NDP MPs share Northwest concerns about Enbridge. Please join
MP Nathan Cullen and collegues at a public forum they are hosting on the project.
that guide the library in the direction it takes. A hard copy of the survey is available at the library as well as online. We will also be bringing the survey direct to you, watch for us at the Safeway and at the Extra Foods Mall in July. Closing with: Vitality shows not only in the ability to persist, but in the ability to start over. - F. Scott Fitzgerald
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Blockade at Hazleton GTS office brought down By Shannon Hurst Hazelton/ Interior News
After a monthslong standoff between the Gitxsan Treaty Society and the Gitxsan Unity Movement, the blockade at the GTS office in Hazelton was removed last Monday. Several RCMP from surrounding detachments arrived Monday morning to witness and keep the peace as boards were taken down, employees let back in the building and forensic auditors arrived shortly after 9 a.m. The GUM states the audit was ordered through the Indian
and Northern Affairs Canada Special Investigations office and was performed by two specialists. According to GUM member John Olson, the decision to remove the blockade was made after collaboration with the RCMP and meets the need to have a professional audit completed. “We’re happy to see the auditors here and support them and the RCMP, but we are also still here and we aren’t going anywhere,” Olson said. “We’ve also agreed to let the staff enter the building to assist the auditors. “Throughout it
“We’re happy to see the auditors here and support them and the RCMP, but we are also still here and we aren’t going anywhere.” John Olson, Gitxsan Unity Movement
all we’ll be here and we will continue to be peaceful and present.” As for the Gitxsan Treaty Society, they issued a press release last week stating they were the ones who agreed to an audit
and they were “happy to see the RCMP was able to remove the blockade without incident, though we paid a six month penalty waiting for them to do so,“ Gwaans (Bev Clifton Percival) said.
“Throughout it all, we’ve also listened as unfounded financial allegations were thrown about by the blockaders. “They’ve been demanding an audit of the books. “Therefore, as an act of goodwill, we will be voluntarily submitting to an assessment of our books by independent federal auditors.” She also stated the GTS submits their books every year adding they have used chartered accountants after a 2006 Simgiigwet that asked for proper “accountability and transparency.” While things remain peaceful
at the GTS office with employees and auditors coming and going, the RCMP monitoring from across the street and the GUM holding their camp off to the side, things still seem quite convoluted to judge by press releases issued by both parties. The GTS allege that on June 4 the Chiefs agreed there was a “need for a meeting of all Gitxsan to discuss the issues and dispute within the Nation,” Clifton Percival said. “The meeting time and place is still to be worked out for all parties.” Olson also said
that the GUM remain “open to and extends an invitation to the GTS Gimlitxwit to meet and settle unresolved issues pertaining to transparency and the return of authority and jurisdiction back to its rightful place, the Gitxsan Simgigyet and the Gitxsan Nation.” While that potential meeting is still to be announced and the GTS doors are open again in Hazelton, Olson reiterated that the GUM isn’t going away and that he and other members will continue to monitor the building and stand up for what the believe in.
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logistics and the calls will be made to all the heads of Gitxsan houses. June 12, 2012 The Hereditary Chiefs always encourage that we be positive in following their instructions. There are those who are saying whatever, hat is what all Gitxsan want. The but they too, do care. That is why Hereditary Chiefs are happy they have they say, what they say. They feel access to their office once more, however we can agree on some fundamental it is nothing to celebrate. Their thinking principles on which we can build is achieving unity by proper forums in on. exchanging ideas to try to reach that end. My read on what was decided The June 11 meeting will remain as the way of the what it’s intended to do. The real impetus Section 85 of the Societies Act Hereditary Chiefs is unwavering. The next now is to fix the defect cited by the court to meeting dates will confirm my hunch, if I recall the debate in the mid 1970’s as the foster inclusiveness and so forth. The end Hereditary chiefs debated what seemed to correct. Both sides of the debate express the be the only tool available to start interaction result was the conclusion to remain with same regrets and the time will come where it with the Governments. Mainly to implement their decision put forth in court that satisfies feels right to engage in real the 1977 declaration they presented to Hugh how the Gitxsan have organized themselves dialogue as to how we get forever. Falkner in June of that year in Kispiox. back in our house canoes. The week of the November 7th was to Ironically 35 years later the same debate Have a good day. have been days set aside to deal with the happened in Gitsegukla yesterday with the above. With staff making phone calls to our same results. They say, working with two I welcome your comments on lawyers, it won’t jive with their schedules. laws doesn’t work. At the same time the The GTS Board was charged to work out the this or any other article. Art Wilson Societies Act is like a necessary evil to do
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Skeena TV brings new channels to the Hazeltons By Shannon Hurst Hazelton/Interior News
The Skeena TV and Radio Association updated some of their equipment last fall and brought three new channels to the Hazeltons and surrounding area. The three new channels and CTV were put on a digital signal which meant people with older televisions were
forced to upgrade to a newer model or purchase a converter in order to get all the channels. While the upgrades have been a success according to President Rick Vipond, there were a few people who lost Channel 7 and didn’t realize it was due to the switch from analog to digital. There was hope that the remaining five channels would
be able to remain on analog for sometime. However, with CBC making the switch next month to digital it was the decision of the STVRA that they should invest in going digital sooner. This means that within the year residents in the Hazeltons will no longer receive any analog channels. Consequently, Hazelton residents will have to upgrade
their home systems in order to continue to get the nine free channels currently offered. There is also hope the STVRA will be able to bring more channels in the future, but for now they are focusing on the upgrades. “For now we are just looking at switching everything to digital,” Vipond said. “Although we are
also looking at getting a different channel instead of the current Turner Classic Movie Channel broadcasting on 7.2. “It’s all really old movies and we have had a few people requesting something else.” For those not taking advantage of the free nine channels offered in the area, Vipond said that all that is required in most situations is an
antenna. “There are a lot of people who still don’t know about the free broadcasting in the area,” he said. “It’s a great option when it costs so much for cable or satellite,” he explained. “Although some people wouldn’t want to give up all their channels, the ones we do have offer a lot to viewers.” Currently people can receive, Discovery,
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THREE RIVERS REPORT THIN LINE ...because we live here.
Braedon Butler balances on a slackline during the Main Street Festival, Saturday June 16. Slacklining has been gaining popularity in the valley as of late, prompting Butler and his friends to try and build a slackline park in Smithers. Dan Mesec photo
Calls steady for Hazelton RCMP The last few weeks have been steady for the New Hazelton RCMP detachment and have included several calls. On May 26, they responded to a complaint of a disturbance in the Village of Gitsegukla. Upon arrival, they located a male who was on no-contact conditions with a particular female that he was with and was consequently arrested for breaching his conditions, forcible confinement and an assault. The male was held in custody for a judicial justice of the peace hearing. On May 27, police responded to a suicidal male who had walked into the Kispiox River. After arriving on scene, the male then came out of the water and stated he was not suicidal but was depressed. He was subsequently transported to the hospital to speak to a doctor. On May 28, the New
Hazelton RCMP returned to the Village of Kispiox after receiving a complaint that people were allegedly fighting. It was determined that two males had been fighting and one male picked up a rock and hit the other male in the head. The suspect male was then arrested for assault causing bodily harm. On May 31, RCMP and rescue units responded to a call that a vehicle was in the water west of Gitsegukla. Upon their arrival at the scene they found that the driver had been able to get out of his vehicle and was later located at his home in Kitwanga. A witness stated that they heard him state he had too much to drink. June 1, police located an intoxicated male who stumbled out of the bushes in Kispiox. However, the male fled back into the bushes when he saw the RCMP.
The officers then searched the woods, located and arrested the male, who was known to be on abstain conditions. A second intoxicated male was also located and transported to cells where he was released once he was sober. In addition to locating and apprehending the two males, the RCMP officers search also discovered a large amount of alcohol hidden in the bushes which was subsequently destroyed. On June 9, New Hazelton RCMP received a complaint of a male who was suicidal. They were informed that family members were currently out making patrols for the individual. One family member located the male who then fled in his truck. Police continued their patrols and started to form a search party when the male was then located and transported to the hospital.
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PEACE AND DIGNITY Aboriginal runners from across Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, taking part in the Peace and Dignity run, took a break in Hazelton to rest and discuss concerns around diminishing access to safe drinking water. The staffs, with their feathers and ribbons represent communities and individuals lending support to communities experiencing threats to their water. Percy N. Hébert photo
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Local Hazelton residents Ray and Maureen Sturney headed out a few weeks back to once again take part in the annual Baillie Birdathon. This year they broke all kinds of personal records. Most importantly, Sturney said, they raised more money this year than they ever have, bringing in more than $2,400. More than $1,800 of the funds will go to the closest birdbanding station, which is located in Mckenzie. As in years past, the couple added two more birders to their journey and headed up the Suskwa early on the Saturday morning. Fortunately, logging had kept the road open this year, so despite the heavy snowfall still in the mountains the group was able to access past Cataline Creek to approximately the 56 kilometre mark. “We started the Birdathon with a boreal chickadee which was a first ever sighting on our Birdathon and a lifer for Maureen,” Ray said. “Then an olivesided flycatcher and several common species appeared. “As we worked down the valley we added Suskwa specialties such as the fox sparrow, blackpoll warblers, mountain chickadees, Tennessee warblers, a solitary sandpiper, grayjays, Wilson’s warbler, Townsend’s warbler along with orangecrowned and yellow rumped warblers, golden-crowned kinglets and a goldencrowned sparrow.” This brought the foursome to a total of 40 species by the time they hit the Suskwa River bridge. Before leaving the Suskwa Valley, they headed towards Wernli’s Mill where they added a brewer’s blackbird along with barn, tree and violet-
green swallows. This was topped off by another highlight for birders when they saw a mountain bluebird, another first for the Birdathon. On their way to their next destination, Ross Lake, they came across a common yellowthroat and added it to their quickly growing list. Once at the lake they added several more species including a commongoldeneye, common and Pacific loons, red-necked grebe and least flycatchers. From there it was on to New Hazelton. “We headed past Melody and Pete’s place and picked up the purple finch, evening grosbeak and a killdeer,” Ray said. “Maureen and I then headed out to Hospital Lake to see a white-winged scoter and a ring-necked duck. See BIRDS on p. A9
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Gloria passed away peacefully at the Bulkley Lodge in Smithers, B.C. on June 7 at the young age of 83. Gloria was born in Olds, Alberta on May 26, 1929. She had a passion for life and her family and when anyone asked how she was doing she would answer sweetly and with a smile “just tikety boo.” Gloria married George Thomas Corfe in Woodstock, Ontario in 1950 and raised six children together. Gloria and George moved to the Bulkley Valley in 1978 and settled on Walcott Road. When they became too ill to remain too far away from doctors, they moved to their daughter’s property on Laidlaw Road where they remained until they each moved in consecutively to the Bulkley Lodge. Gloria is predeceased by George and leaves behind her sons Tom (Corfe), Gordon (Corfe), and her four daughters Kate (Corfe), Maggie (Gibson), Julie (James), and Lisa (Valerio), as well as 15 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Gloria made many friends at the Bulkley Lodge and will be missed by all and especially by her closest friend Fred Vance. She will be fondly remembered and in our hearts forever. It was Grace that brought you safe thus far And Grace will lead you home. Rest in peace Mom, we love you. There will be no service for Gloria, at her request. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Bulkley Lodge Addition Project. We, the children of Gloria Corfe, would like to thank all the staff at the Bulkley Lodge and to Dr. Strauss and his staff for all your efforts to make our Mom happy and comfortable in the last few years of her life. It meant a lot to all of us and Mom to have such caring and understanding people take care of her. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Julie, Kate, Maggie, Tom, Gord, and Lisa.
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As of July 2012, we will be open Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 5:30 pm. Also, the first Thursday of every month the clinic will have a late evening opening until 8 pm. In addition, every third Saturday of the month, the clinic will be open from 9 am to 3 pm. We hope that these new expanded hours will make it more convenient to book appointments and receive other eye care services.
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Sturney’s bird for Baillie BIRDS from A6 “Next we went to our friend Mary’s and caught cliff swallows, white-crowned sparrows and the european starling,” Ray said. Next it was time for swamp observations starting at Glen Vowell turnoff where they encountered bank swallows and Vaux’s swift. From there they headed to Forsythe’s swamp where they glassed a Canada goose, green-winged teal, belted kingfisher, mallard ducks, hooded mergansers and a red-tailed hawk. Upon their return home they were able to add a calliope hummingbird to bring their total for day one to 79 species. Sunday morning started early at 4 a.m. with coffee and then they walked up to Station Creek. “As we left home a western tanager settled on a branch, then at the blue gate a red-breasted sapsucker drew our attention,” he said. “As we walked a chesnut-backed chikadee completed our list of all four chickadee species in the area. It’s the first time we have ever done that.” Soon after they added a Pacific wren and on the way back to their vehicle they picked up a Cassin’s vireo. Add to that an Alder flycatcher at the tourist booth and then they headed home for breakfast. At the Hazelton’s sewage lagoon a
northern shoveler and yellow warbler showed their colours. At Seeley Lake the couple saw a bald eagle, pileated woodpecker and common merganser before heading west towards the old Carnaby Mill site. “There we counted a northern roughwinged swallow and carried on to visit Walkers corner where we saw a MacGillivray’s warbler and bluewinged teal,” Ray explained. “At the Mill Pond we found a bufflehead and greater scaup and as we always get a highlight bird there, we traveled to the far end to pick up number 96, the semi-palmated
plover. On the way to Kitwanga Lake we had another highlight, a Swainson’s hawk.” Only a few species followed that with a sooty goose, Pacific slope flycatcher and a white-throated sparrow to round it off at 100 species. “Getting all the chickadee’s and all the resident warbler’s was definitely a highlight for Maureen and I,” Ray shared. “Yet we take our hats off to all the people who’s generosity helped us break our record for money raised.” For information on the annual Baillie Birdathon or the local counts, contact the Sturney’s or visit www.birdscanada.org.
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Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
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Licensed Security Guard Needed
KURT LEROY TRUCKING LTD, CAMPBELL RIVER, BC Logging Truck Drivers needed full time and part time for Campbell River, North Island and Port Alberni. Benefits included. Must have 3 years minimum experience in the logging industry. Sub-Contract Log Haul Trucks needed, full time for Campbell River, North Island and Port Alberni.Must be Safe Certified, WCB. Licenced Mechanic, must have Log Truck experience, CVI ticket an asset. Full Time, benefits included. Please fax your resume and drivers abstract to 250-287-9914 or email to yorel@telus.net
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Maple Leaf Loading is a growing Bulk Handling and Transportation company focusing its business on providing specialized services to the mining and resource sectors. Company Drivers: Give us a call if you have a valid Class 1 Driver’s License, 3-5 years mountain driving experience with multiple trailer configurations. Offhighway logging experience pulling super B or truck and pup combinations are great assets. Licensed Commercial Truck Mechanics: Are you a Journeyman with a minimum of 3 years experience in all phases of heavy truck & trailer maintenance and repair? Give us a call! Interested candidates can forward a current resume with an “N” abstract quoting MLL Job Reference #HR01-19-12 in the subject line to
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Clerk Typist – Casual The Town of Smithers is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Clerk Typist (Casual). General Statement of Duties: Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, this position involves general telephone and front counter reception, answering general enquiries about the Town, recording service requests and handling cash receipts. The position also includes work of a clerical nature for all departments such as overflow typing and other related duties as assigned from time to time. This is a unionized position with CUPE, Local 1570. Qualification Include: • Grade 12 graduation or equivalent. • Solid computer experience is essential. • A minimum of two years reception, administrative or clerical is essential. • Must have a good command of the English language. • Must be able to deal with the public in a polite, efficient and courteous manner. • Must have experience in cash handling. For complete details of this position, please visit our website at www.smithers.ca. Qualified candidates may forward a cover letter, resume, three references and a current driver’s abstract, quoting Competition #12-09, by 4:30pm, June 29, 2012 to: Susan Bassett Director of Corporate Services Town of Smithers Box 879, 1027 Aldous Street Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Tel: 250-847-1600 Fax: 250-847-1601 Applications may be submitted by mail, fax or in person but cannot be accepted by email Incomplete applications will not be considered. The Town of Smithers thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Looking for strong energetic individual for a small trucking company in Houston.
PARTS PERSON
Must have driver’s abstract, clean Class 5 licence, forklift & powerjack, excellent communication skills, great with customers. Mechanical an asset. Full time. Wage negotiable.
Licensed or Apprentice needed for General Motors dealerships. Must have Automotive/ Mechanical aptitude, computer experience, be a team player with good people skills and experience in shipping/receiving.
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JOURNEYMAN TRUCK & EQUIPMENT PARTS PERSON These positions are permanent full-time with competitive wage and benefits package. Please forward resumes to Attn: HR Department 2072 Falcon Rd, Kamloops BC V2C 4J3 Fax: 250-374-7790 Email: jobapplication@jamesws.com Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
PAYROLL/BENEFITS OFFICER Central Mountain Air Ltd. is currently accepting applications for a full time Payroll/ Benefits Officer working out of our downtown accounting office in Smithers, BC. Duties will include, but are not limited to, processing hourly and salary payrolls with health and pension benefits, preparing remittances for Receiver General, WCB, health & pension benefits; preparing new employee packages and ROE’s; processing and remitting company T4’s, inputting and maintaining employee vacation accrual and overtime and statistical records; preparing benefits related reporting and responding to enquiries; assisting Human Resources and conferring with department managers and staff; filing and maintaining employee records. Applicants should have proficient Excel skills; ACCPAC skills would be an asset; excellent organization, multi-tasking, communication and interpersonal skills are essential plus the ability to use discretion and uphold confidentiality; payroll processing experience would be an asset. Please forward your resume via fax or email, no later than June 22 to the attention of: Leona Pollard, Chief Financial Officer. Fax: (250) 847-2517 or email: leona.pollard@flycma.com Central Mountain Air thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Education/Trade Schools
Education/Trade Schools
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Sullivan Motor Products Ltd.
Glacierview AviaƟon • Smithers Airport
Please send send resumes resumes ONLY ONLY to: to: Please PO Box Box 2464 2464 Smithers,V0J Smithers,V0J 2N0 2N0 or or e.mail e.mail zinzin@telus.net. zinzin@telus.net. PO Sorry for for the the inconvenience inconvenience but but no no phone phone inquiries inquiries Sorry or resume resume drop-oī drop-oīss or
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JOURNEYMAN TRUCK & EQUIPMENT PARTSPERSON
for Kitimat/Terrace areas. Must have torching experience. Driver’s license, safety training & relevant experience an asset. Union rates.
Applications are being accepted for
These positions are permanent full-time with competitive wage and benefits package.
Evening Restaurant Supervisor
Resumes to Attn: HR Dept 2072 Falcon Rd., Kamloops BC V2C 4J3 Fax: (250)374-7790 Email: jobapplication@jamesws.com
Please apply within with resume 4268 Hwy 16, Smithers
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Bulkley Valley Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Assistant Experienced preferred but will train the right person. Please submit resume to: Bulkley Valley Veterinary Clinic 3155 Tatlow Road Smithers BC V0J 2N0 250-847-4364 Smithers Community Services Association Job Posting Emergency Shelter Support Worker - Summer Relief Competition #292 Position Summary: The Emergency Shelter Support Worker works directly with homeless persons who are seeking shelter. . The facility is designed to serve up to nine clients at a time. The support worker will do intake with clients, Data Entry, serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms, laundry/ shower facilities, common room and staff area. This position will consist of days, evenings, nightshift and weekends. It will also include connecting clients to other service providers and resources. Successful application will be able to multi-task, have a high energy level and provide self-care. A thorough knowledge of the community and First Nation Culture is an asset. Qualifications: Continuing Post Secondary Education, University or have certificate/diploma in Social Service Worker, Human Service Worker, or Community Support Worker. Must have Food Safe and willing to be trained in Non-violent Crisis Intervention, WHIMIS, First Aid, Suicide Intervention, Universal Health Precautions and Cultural Awareness training. Starting wage is $18/hr. Apply with resume and cover letter (state competition # 292 on resume) to: Smithers Community Services Association 3715 Railway Ave., Smithers Mail to: Box 3759, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Fax: 250-847-3712 Email: general@scsa.ca Closing date: Friday June 29, 2012 @ 4:00 pm Job Description available by request @ SCSA or visit website: www.scsa.ca
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PRT Summit Nursery
Looking for work? Are you a Team player, Energetic and Active? If so We offer Flexible work hours, Great Working Environment inside our Greenhouses High Earnings for Motivated People Be Part of Reforestation Come Join the Green Team Seasonal work starting immediately Apply in person at our nursery located On Skillhorn Rd in Telkwa Phone 846-5882
Position Available: Junior Accountant Todd Larson & Associates is seeking an individual for full-time, permanent employment to assist with yearend preparation of financial statements. The position will also include some T1 preparation, payroll, and other bookkeeping functions utilizing Simply Accounting and Microsoft Excel. Requirements: • 2nd or 3rd year CGA student or significant training/experience in the accounting field • Working knowledge of Caseware, Simply Accounting, Microsoft Excel and Word • Team player with excellent organizational, communication and people skills • Good work ethic essential Please forward your resume including a cover letter to tlarson@telus.net or drop it off at 3896 2nd Avenue, Smithers.
Submit resume to
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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/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. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. MANAGER OF Track position. Kelowna Pacific Railway Ltd (KPR) has an immediate opening for our Manager of Track position. The successful candidate will become part of an experienced management team and will oversee track maintenance and track capital work while insuring regulatory compliance and safe work practices and must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a track supervisor. KPR operates on 120 miles of Class 1 and Class 2 track in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, between Kelowna and Kamloops. This position works out of our Vernon, BC offices. Please submit resumes and any questions you may have regarding this position to: info@khawk.ca SUPPORT WORKER needed for adolescent with specials needs in our home. Send resume to robvv@telus.net or call (250)847-1719
Home Care/Support NURSES, Care Aides, Home Cleaners - Bayshore Home Health is hiring casual, on-call RNs, LPNs, certified care aides and experienced home cleaners. If you are: empathetic; personable; possess an outstanding work ethic; positive attitude; a passion for superior client service, and a reliable vehicle, forward your resume to shgeekie@bayshore.ca.
Todd Larson & Associates CertiÀed General Accountant 3896 Second Avenue Smithers BC, V0J 2N0 Phone: 250-847-3939 Building Tomorrow Fax: 250-847-2969
You’ll love being on the other side of the counter
Now Hiring Full-Time Front Counter Daytime Staff What you’ll love: • Flexible Hours • Health Benefits • Scholarship program • Free Uniforms • Paid Training
$10.25 per hour
Apply Now Smithers, Highway 16 with resume
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Beautiful custom built 5 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath home on 5.58 fenced acres. Gorgeous mountain and river views. A few steps away from prime Bulkley River fishing spot. Only 2 min. drive to town. For more information or to view, please call 847-8788. Asking $499,000.
COPPERSIDE Foods Accepting applications for Manager Position for our Smithers location. We are looking for a fun, ambitious, hard working individual. Although convenience store experience is an asset the primary criteria we are interested in are positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, willingness to learn and to teach. We are not looking for a person who wants to be a “Boss”, we are looking for an individual who understands that Management in todays world means leading by example and genuinely caring about the people who work for them. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Benefits package available for successful candidate. Please forward cover letter and resume either by regular mail or by email to: Chris Moldenhauer General Manager, Copperside Foods Ltd. 3109 School Street Terrace, BC, V8G 5T4. Email to: chris@jfnbc.com Please note that only selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Trades, Technical AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for Welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20 km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for ten 3rd Year Apprentices or Journeyperson Welders. We offer best wages in industry. 3rd Year Apprentice $28-$30/hour, Journey person $32-$35/hour, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at (office) 780-846-2231. Fax 780-846-2241 or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca production@autotanks.ca Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform.
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Cleaning Services WEEKLY house cleaning services. References available. (250)847-3013.
Pets & Livestock
Equestrian HORSE FOR SALE 19 year old sorrel gelding, well trained, not a beginners horse. Used for penning at one time. $2500 obo. (250) 695-6972
Feed & Hay GOOD QUALITY horse hay for sale. $3.50/sq. bale from field. $4/sq. bale from barn. Delivery avail in BV. (250)8469690.
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? NEW 10 FT. Paddle Boat, 4 seater. Reg. $1,200 - Sale $895. New 8 ft. Paddle Boat, 2 seater. Reg. $1,100 - Sale $750. Canopy’s (for boats) Reg. $120 - Sale $90 each. (250) 845-2498 or (250) 8453255 -------------------------------------Camper brackets ‘front’. Fits Ford 08’ to 2010 $250. (250) 845-2498 or (250) 8453255 -------------------------------------ATV 700 Midwest 2008, Black. Reg. $7,500 - Sale $4,600. 3 month warranty. ATV 700 new 2011, red and black, 2 year warranty Astro. $6,800 (250) 845-2498 or (250) 8453255 STEEL BUILDING - Huge clearance sale! 20x24 $4,658. 25x28 $5,295. 30x40 $7,790. 32x54 $10,600. 40x58 $14,895. 47x78 $19,838. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
Building Supplies 12’X12’ insulated garage door, like new condition. $1500. 250-877-9565 lve msg.
$100 & Under LEGAL SIZE filing cabinet, grey, 4 drawer, 27” deep, 18” wide, 53” tall. $75. 846-9386.
Heavy Duty Machinery
COIN Collector looking to buy Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins. Bulk Silver coins, bills etc. Call Chad 250-863-3082 (Local)
Apt/Condo for Rent
Cleaning Services
Afraid of Heights? Clearly, it’s window cleaning time!
Commercial/Residential Floor Specialist • Windows • • Carpets • Floors • General Cleaning •
“for all your cleaning needs” Serving Smithers and Surrounding Area Phone: 250-847-0756
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1/2 ACRE lot, quiet location in Telkwa. (250)846-5542 235 Acres for sale, only 10 minutes from Vanderhoof. Great building site at 10 acre pond, fenced, 45 acres cleared. $248,000. obo (250)567-3193 ACREAGES at the end of Jackpine Rd, Telkwa, B.C. Nice view and exc. water supply. Power to property line. For info. please call 250-846-5354 or fax 250-846-5394
Education/Tutoring
Education/Tutoring
LOOKING FOR THE FREEDOM TO EDUCATE YOUR CHILDREN AT HOME?
4096 3rd Ave, Smithers
8 a.m. Household items, furniture, sports equipment, other quality items.
MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 23 8 A.M. TO NOON Fishing, camping, household and much more.
HUGE GARAGE SALE Tools, household, kids, etc.
June 23 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 4175 Whistler Rd
Too Much Stuff?
off Hudson Bay Mtn Rd.
MOVING GARAGE SALE 4062 WALNUT DR
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FURNACES • DUCTS CHIMNEYS • FIREPLACES BOILERS • PELLET STOVES SAWDUST • WOOD CHIPS AIR CONDITIONING ATTIC INSULATION REMOVAL SAWMILLS
Saturday, June 23 8-11 a.m. MOVING SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 23 8 A.M. TO NOON 2197 Cote Rd, Smithers 2nd right off Upper Viewmount, behind churches
MOVING SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 23 9 A.M. 1736 Main St. Hillcrest Manor
It’s Garage Sale Season Call to place your Garage Sale ad with The Interior News
250-847-3266
Phone for entry to sale (250)847-1810
COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL MOBILE HOMES • INDUSTRIAL
Real Estate Acreage for Sale
GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 23
Past Tim Horton’s on Columbia
Small ads, BIG deals!
A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com FOR SALE Track Skidsteer Cat 267B, 06 - 1680hr, A/C Cab, tracks 85%, Ser Cyc01081, Ex. condition. Peter. $34,000. (250) 845-2498 or (250) 845-7419
SMITHERS, 1 bdrm apt, close to town. $575/mth + util. Ref’s req’d. Call 250-846-5269.
Dynamic Cleaning Services
Musical Instruments STEIGERMAN APT piano, $1,400 obo. Sofa & loveseat w/2 recliners ea., 2-yrs-old, $750 obo. Birch dinette set, 4 chairs, $200 obo. 250-8473103.
Garage Sales
Rentals
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Real Estate
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Eavestrough
Continuous Aluminum Gutters 250-846-5509
Bulkley Valley Eavestroughing - Telkwa Serving the Bulkley Valley for over 16 years Willy Verhelst
WE OFFER:
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Blinds & Drapery
Veterinarian Services
EXAMS IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR PET’S HOME!
Blinds & Drapery
SKEENA DECOR
New Blinds...
Veterinarian Services
Of All Kinds
• cleaning • repair •
Bob Swift 250-847-3051
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Morgan Road Private, treed and sunny 10 acre lot only 8 km from Smithers. Contact Sandra today for a viewing!
www.sandrah.biz
Sandra Hinchliffe Associate Broker
Cell 250-847-0725 250-847-5999
Bulkley Valley Real Estate
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Cars - Domestic
Cars - Domestic
1997 Ford Explorer XLT 4x4
NEW PRICE!
$244,900
Power locks, A/C, Keyless & Keypad entry, 156,000 km. Call May
$ 1318 PINE STREET, TELKWA
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Affordable 4/5 bedroom, 2 bath family home situated on a spacious and level 0.6 acre lot. Numerous upgrades include new roof shingles, flooring, light fixtures and exterior door. Attached workshop is heated and wired. Book an appointment to view today!
Front Storage, Dinette Slide, King/Queen Bed Slides, Outdoor Shower, Furnace, Hot Water, 3 way Fridge, Indoor/ Outdoor gas stove, Awning, Lots of Storage, Second Owners, Good Condition.
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White Rock/ South Surrey
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2002 Jayco Eagle Summit Tent Trailer
Karen Benson, R.I. Realtor email: kjbenson@telus.net cell 250.847.0548 • office 250.847.5999
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2006 26’ Topaz Touring Edition by Triple E Exc. cond. 5th wheel hitch, large hubs, 16” tires, kit slide, basement alum. slide, BBQ, Queen bed, solar panel, TV, DVD, AC, great for traveling.
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1996 8.2 Bigfoot Camper (fits full-size short box pickup) Queen bed; 3 way fridge, stove/oven, furnace, toilet and shower. Well cared for. $ 8,500 250-
847-4012
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2001 Dodge Grand Caravan
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2,900 obo
847-2390
250-
2005 Montana Van A/C, power windows, 8 seats, very clean, good condition.
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Antiques / Classics
1 BDRM close to downtown, $550/mth + util. Also loft style bachelor, $650/mth util. incl. Ref’s. Avail. July 1, laundry. Text 250-877-3827 or call 250847-9009 ext 102. SPACIOUS 2 bdrm upstairs unit. laundry. yard. $1050 includes utilities. Strictly no smoking or pets. Ph. (250)877-7081
Cottages / Cabins FURNISHED Cabins & Cottages, 1 - 2 rooms starting $330 week single, utilities included. WiFi, Sat TV, 8 kms West Smithers 250-847-3961 Glacier View RV Park check us on Facebook
Duplex / 4 Plex GREAT LOCATION, renovated ‘09, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, full basement, N/S, N/P, avail. July 1, ref’s. $1250/mth. (250)847-2192 NEW DUPLEX, large, very bright, 4 bdrms, 2.5 baths, F/S/W/D/DW incl., private b/y w/storage shed, N/P, N/S. $1,400/mth. Ref’s req’d. (250)847-3376
Modular Homes JUNE SPECIAL Brand New 16’ Wide Modular Homes. From $69,000.00 mark@eaglehomes.ca
Homes for Rent 2 BDRM, 1 bath house in Smithers. $1200 util. incl. (250)643-5015 2 BDRM, 1 bath, W/D, 1 year lease, newly reno’d, 5 min downtown, mtn view, deck, pets OK, 1000 sq.ft., main & bsmt for storage. Avail. July 1st. $1150/mth, $400 dmg – util. sep. Kim (604)836-2504
Office/Retail PRIME RETAIL / OFFICE space for lease. #1 - 3767 2nd Ave. in downtown Smithers. Extensive adjacent parking areas. 2190 sq.ft. Avail. immed. $12/sq.ft. triple net for one year lease. $11/sq.ft. for three year lease. For more info call 250-847-0831.
Rooms for Rent SMITHERS, furnished room w/bath, N/S. $400 + util. Greg 250-847-6670. Avail July 1. Ref’s req’d.
Suites, Lower 1 BDRM, ground level suite, incl. F/S/W/D, all util, sat. TV, internet, patio. Backed up to wooded area, fenced yard, for quiet single mature adult, N/S, N/P. Ref’s Req’d. $950/mth. Avail. July 1. 250-847-3827 after 6 p.m. BRAND NEW 1 bdrm, 1 bath basement suite. Separate entrance, in-suite laundry, Option to have fully furnished. Close to downtown. $950/month including all utilities,satellite,internet and furniture. Avail July 1st. N/S. N/P. 250-877-0908 SMITHERS, 1 bdrm suite for rent close to downtown, everything incl. $700/mth + DD. (780)781-1977.
1993 Ford Explorer 4x4 New winter tires & all seasons, new windshield & blades, maintenance record avail., 242,000 km.
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2,250 obo
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847-3956
Trucks & Vans
2005 Ford Taurus GL 4dr sedan, only 83000 Kms. PS PB AM/FM with cassette player. Silver ext with Grey cloth interior. Excellent condition. Never smoked in. $5500. 00 call Gord at 847-9459 or c. 877-0820 or. Email gordonjt@telus.net
Recreational/Sale 1997 SPORTSMASTER trailer, 23 ft, like new. $9,500. 250-847-4517, 250-846-5491. 2001 FRONTIER travel trailer, sleeps 8, exc. cond., large slide out. $13,900. To view call 250-846-500 or 250-877-8045 BIG FOOT 8’ Camper, good condition. $3,000. (250)8474546.
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2010 1500 Dodge Ram 4x4 SLT 38,000 km, New Geolander tires, comes with matching canopy.
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“A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN OUR REGION� 37, 3RD Avenue, PH: 250-692-3195 PO Box 820, TF: 800-320-3339 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 FX: 250-692-3305 www.rdbn.bc.ca E-MAIL:inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing regarding changes to Section 219 Covenant No. BB0737241 registered on title of the property legally described as Lot 1, District Lot 8114, R5, CD, Plan EPP7680 will be held on Monday June 25, 2012 at 7:00 P.M in the West Fraser Room at the Smithers Municipal OfďŹ ce, 1027 Aldous Street, Smithers, B.C. Covenant No. BB0737241 was placed on title of the land in association with the adoption of “Regional District of Bulkley- Nechako Rezoning Bylaw No. 1476, 2008.â€? Bylaw 1476 amended “Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Rezoning Bylaw No. 700, 1993â€? to allow for the development of a resort community on Hudson Bay mountain. The proposed development contains 188 single family dwelling lots (up to two dwellings on each parcel), ten small 7 bed hotels, 112 multiple family dwellings, a 100 unit resort development, and a ďŹ rst nation’s cultural / interpretive centre. The subject land is approximately 45 ha. in area and is located west of the Town of Smithers on Hudson Bay Mountain, and is shown on the attached map. At the time of rezoning, in order to address a number of servicing and development concerns, the applicant registered Covenant No. BB0737241 on title of the lands proposed for rezoning that required the lands to be serviced and developed in a certain manner, and according to a number of conditions. The property owner has asked the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako to amend the covenant terms to permit a development parcel and to allow the subdivision of that development parcel to create a 16 lot bare land strata development.
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Warehouse Lien Act
In accordance with the Warehousemans Lien Act, to satisfy a debt of $4,488.96 incurred for storage since July of 2011, we offer for sale: 1993 Volkswagen Corrado, vin: WVWEE0504PK006365, Belonging to: Robert Rompen. Stored at 1354 Coalmine Rd. Telkwa. Sale will take place June 27, 2012.
STRAY CATTLE COW
Coalmine Road area, Telkwa A document claim for this animal with payment for incurred costs can be made to: Harold L. Kerr Supervising Livestock Inspector Ownership Identification Inc. 16076 Quick East Road Telkwa, B.C. V0J 2X2 Phone: 250-846-5412
NOTICE OF EXCLUSION APPLICATION REGARDING LAND IN THE AGRICULTURAL LAND RESERVE I, Ebenezer Canadian Reformed School Society of P.O. Box 3700, Smithers, B.C., V0J 2N0 intend on making an application pursuant to Section 30(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve the following property which is legally described as, Lot A, Plan 11743, Sec 31, TWP 4, R5, Coast Dist, RR 2 and located at 1685 Viewmont North, Smithers, B.C., V0J 2N0. Any person wishing to express an interest in the application may do so by forwarding their comments in writing to, Regional District of Bulkley Nechako, 37 3rd Ave., P.O. Box 820, Burns Lake, B.C., V0J 1E0 by July 4, 2012.
REGIONAL DISTRICT OF KITIMAT-STIKINE KITWANGA LANDFILL MAINTENANCE CONTRACT
TENDER
INVITATION TO TENDER Sealed Tenders, plainly marked on the envelope “Tender for Operation of the Kitwanga LandďŹ ll will be received by the Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine at their ofďŹ ces at 300 - 4545 Lazelle Avenue Terrace, British Columbia, V8G 4EI up to 2:00 p.m. local time on July 09, 2012. The work entails the operation of the Kitwanga LandďŹ ll from August 01, 2012 to July 31, 2014. SpeciďŹ cations, Contract Documents, and Tender Form may be obtained at the ofďŹ ces of the Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted and the Regional District reserves the right to reject any or all tenders and to negotiate with any bidder. Michael Gull, Coordinator, Works & Services Regional District of Kitimat Stikine Suite 300-4545 Lazelle Avenue Terrace, BC V8G 4E1 Tel. (250) 615-6100 Fax. (250) 635-9222 1-800-663-3208
At the Public Hearing all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed covenant amendments shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present a written submission respecting the covenant amendments that are the subject of the Public Hearing. Written submissions sent by mail to P.O. Box 820, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0; by fax to (250) 692-1220; or by e-mail to inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca must be received by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako no later than June 25, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. to be ensured of consideration at the Public Hearing. Copies of the proposed covenant amendments and other relevant information may be inspected at the ofďŹ ce of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako between the hours of 8:30 A.M. - 12:00 noon and 1:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from June 13 through June 25, 2012 inclusive. A copy of the proposed covenant amendments and other relevant information will also be made available at the Smithers Public Library. For further information please call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Planning Department at 250-6923195 or 1-800-320-3339. This is the second of two publications.
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INVITATION TO TENDER Lease Space for Vehicle Rental Service Smithers Regional Airport The Smithers Regional Airport herein called the Town is seeking qualiÂżed companies to tender for the opportunity to occupy space at the airport for the purpose of renting vehicles. Sealed tenders with the words ‘Car Rental Lease Agreement, Smithers Airportâ€? marked on the envelope addressed to the Airport Manager, Smithers Airport, Suite 1, 6421 Airport Road, Smithers, B.C. V0J 2N0 will be received up to 2:00 pm local time, on June 28, 2012. Immediately following the closing of the tender, a public opening of submitted tenders will be held in the Airport Manager’s ofÂżce. Tender documents may be acquired at the Airport or the Town OfÂżce at no cost and any tender questions can bpe directed to the Airport Manager in writing to the above address. Airport passenger statistics are available upon request. Each submitted tender MUST BE accompanied by: • A security deposit in the amount of one third (1/3) of the highest annual guarantee offered over the term of the Lease Agreement. The security deposit will be in the form of a certiÂżed cheque payable to Town of Smithers. • All documents speciÂżed in the Tender Package. If all the information and payment stipulated above is not enclosed with the tender at the time of opening, the tender will be rejected. Tenders received after the closing time will be returned unopened. The Town of Smithers reserves the right to reject any or all tenders, to waive defects in any bid or tender documents, and to accept any tender or offer, which it may consider to be in the best interest of the Town. For information on weekdays during normal business hours, contact: Rob Blackburn, Airport Manager Phone 250 847-3664 Fax 250 847-2605
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JANITORIAL/CUSTODIAL SERVICES
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Canfor – Houston is currently entertaining bids for contract services for the following: Janitorial/Custodial Services for the Canfor – Houston main of¿ce building located at 1397 Morice River Rd. Contractors are expected to supply their own equipment. Interested parties can contact Robbyn Emberley at 250-845-5215 to review the scope of duties prior to bidding. All bids must be submitted no later than July 15, 2012 to: Canfor – Houston Attn: Robbyn Emberley Box 158 - 1397 Morice River Rd. Houston, BC V0J 1Z0 Or faxed to: 250-845-5291 Attn: Robbyn Emberley
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Job search, assistance benefits extended By Tom Fletcher Victoria/Black Press
T
he B.C. government is extending the mandatory job search for new income assistance applicants from three to five weeks, and increasing the amount of earned income people can keep without losing part of their welfare
payments. Premier Christy Clark and Social Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux announced a list of reforms to the income assistance program Monday. Employable social assistance recipients will now be able to earn up to $200 per month without losing benefits, and recipients will be
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required to file income tax returns. Cadieux said B.C. was the only province that deducted all the earned income from employable people. The $200 exemption will allow them to develop skills and take advantage of temporary work that becomes available, she said. People receiving disability benefits will
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now be able to retain up to $800 a month, up from $500. The exempted earnings can also be calculated as $9,600 a year, to allow disabled people to work more during times when their health allows it. Families on income assistance will get an increased school startup supplement before each school
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year, up from $84 to $100 for each child aged five to 11, and an increase from $116 to $175 for children 12 and over who are returning to school. Clark said the total cost to taxpayers for enhanced benefits will be about $5 million per year. The government is also easing restrictions on assets people can keep while collecting
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Bulkley Valley Real Estate
250-847-5999
NEW LISTING
$59,500
NEW LISTING
$329,500
NEW LISTING
$232,500
NEW LISTING
income assistance. A single person can have up to $2,000, including cash, while families are allowed to have up to $4,000 in assets. Disability assistance recipients can have up to $5,000 worth of assets for individuals and $10,000 for couples and families. Clients who are expected to work
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Located in the Log Office at 3568 Hwy. 16 Each Office Independently Owned & Operated
NEW PRICE
$294,500
can keep a vehicle valued at up to $10,000. Cadieux said the opening of 85 WorkBC centres in April will help people find work and get off income assistance. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress. com
$379,500
$288,500
#84 Mountainview MHP
4314 Jackpine Road
3915 Fourth Avenue
12805 Telkwa Coalmine Rd
5200 Aspen Road
11209 Highway 16
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3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Lots of upgrades Covered sundeck Fenced yard, fire pit
Donna Grudgfield
mls n219599
5 bedroom home on 5 level acres Set up for horses, kids, pets Super well kept, offers style & value www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
$249,500
mls n219672
Neat & tidy, 2 bedroom bungalow Private yard, fencing, trees, garden Newer roof, facia, soffits, trim, paint www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
$339,500
mls n219710
Beautiful crafted log home, 3/4 bdrm 2500 sf living space, 744 sf basement Fenced property, 30x24 workshop Private, 30 min to Smithers, 1.17acr
Charlie McClary
$279,500
mls n219253
3 bedroom quality rancher, 5 acres Year round creek, fenced for horses 24x28 shop, 32x32 pole barn Close to town, mtn view, greenhouse
Donna Grudgfield
$418,500
mls n216657
Bulkley riverfront 1.2 acres, high bank Modern Cabin Excellent steelhead hole out front
Sandra Hinchliffe
$349,500
mls n219256
$495,000
4221 First Avenue
1542 Willow Street, Telkwa
4141 Whalen Road
1373 Cronin Place
1394 Antler Road
4932 Fourth Avenue
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Spacious 6 bedroom home Updated kitchen, nat gas/wood heat Paved drive, large fenced yard 10x16 shed, 5 appliances included
Peter Lund
mls n218010
4 bedroom, 3 bath, full basement Enst bath, soaker tub, standup shower Central air, built in vac, gas fp Paved drive, RV parking, dbl garage
Donna Grudgfield
$89,000
mls n219063
5 bedroom, all on one level Beautiful panoramic mountain views Covered front porch, rear sundeck Detached garage/shop, greenhouse
Donna Grudgfield
$219,000
mls n219082
4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3 levels Triple paved drive, double garage Oak hardwood, tiled bathroom floor Hot tub, mountain view, 2 nat gas fp
Donna Grudgfield
$550,000
mls n218954
One level, 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom 10 acres, partially fenced Solarium, deck, lots of windows Greenhouse, small barn, wood shed
Donna Grudgfield
$489,500
mls n218846
75x125 lot paved, custom built 3000sf, 4 bdrm, ensuite walk-in High ceilings, view, by golf course www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
$225,000
mls n219231
$287,500
Lot B Kroeker Road
Lot 2 Lake Kathlyn Road
10306 Yelich Road
924 Highland Rd, Smithers
1191 Coalmine Rd, Telkwa
1581 Walnut Street, Telkwa
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Leo Lubbers
mls n217717
3.48 acres waterfront Established driveway Cleared building site, view www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
$329,900
mls n216767
68 acres on Bulkley River Mostly hay field, limited access Popular steelhead area www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
$259,900
mls n214375
Family living at it’s best Great 5 acre, view location Updated 3900 sq ft country home www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
$184,900
mls n218642
Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom Hardwood floors, bay window Lots of kitchen cupboards Enclosed garage, big yard
Ron Lapadat
$339,900
mls n216623
4 bedrooms, Ikea style kitchen Wood stove in family room Huge subdividable lot Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca
Dave & Sonia
$373,900
mls n218862
$284,500
4083 Alfred Avenue
1420 Walnut Street, Telkwa
Lot 7 Bluff Road
4248 Mountainview Cres
1972 Princess Street
3726 Thirteenth Avenue
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Beautiful 2 storey, 3 bedroom home 2008 age with energy feature 9’ ceilings, fp, porch, quality Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca
Dave & Sonia
mls n218456
Hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling 20x30 workshop, 90x150 lot Fully developed basement, 4 bdrm Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca
Dave & Sonia
$435,000
mls n218688
18.78 acres above Tyhee Lake Best view in the valley Community water system Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca
Dave & Sonia
$184,000
mls n216715
5 bdrm, immaculate gas fireplace 3 bathrooms, extensive hardwood 2 decks, freshly painted Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca
Dave & Sonia
$769,000
mls n213757
4 bedroom, 12 years young 9’ ceilings, covered deck RV parking, hardwood floors Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca
Dave & Sonia
$884,500
mls n217608
Energy efficient home 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom 2 fireplaces Garage and fenced yard
Sandra Hinchliffe
$135,000
mls n216886
$379,000
5360 Aspen Road
Old Babine Lake Road
38198 Telkwa High Road
22909 Telkwa High Road
1369 Coalmine Rd, Telkwa
3231 Ottawa Street
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Sandra Hinchliffe
mls n216804
Pick up your FREE copy of our map of the Bulkley Valley View extra colour photos of our listings on the internet at www.remaxsmithersbc.ca or EMAIL US at remaxbv@telus.net
+/- 84 acre parcel 18 Km East of Smithers Great mountain views Seasonal creek
Sandra Hinchliffe
Peter Lund Res. 847-3435
mls n209406
Donna Grudgfield Res. 847-3787
Beautiful 2652 sf log home High end finish, fixtures, hot tub Great view of Bulkley Valley 320 acres with second home
Charlie McClary
Leo Lubbers Res. 847-3869
mls n4504967
Ron Lapadat Cell. 847-0335
Spectacular 116 acre river property 1760 sf home and guest home 70 acres treed, 40acres open meadow Terraced ½ mile riverfront, cottage
Charlie McClary
Dave Barclay Cell. 847-0365
Sonia Apostoliuk Cell. 847-0937
mls n211449
Handyman’s special 3 bedroom home 0.53 acre lot Full unfinished basement
Alida Kyle
Sandra Hinchliffe Cell. 847-0725
Charlie McClary Cell. 877-1770
mls n219440
Alida Kyle Res. 877-6050
4/5 bedroom, 2 bath, 2336 sf home Many upgrades, hardwood Large rec/media room, multi decks Near town & golf course
Karen Benson
mls n218731
Karen Benson Cell. 847-0548
Jeff Billingsley 877-0838
ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET BUICK GMC DEALERS. BCgaragesale.com 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. */†/‥ Offers apply to the purchase of a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze LS (R7A), 2012 GMC Terrain SLE-1 (R7A) and 2012 Chevrolet Silverado Ext 2WD (1SA) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,495). License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the BC GM Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer order or trade may be required. GMCL, Ally Credit or TD Financing Services may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See GM dealer for details. †0% purchase financing offered on approved credit by TD Auto Finance Services/ Ally Financing Services for 84/72 months on new or demonstrator 2012 Chevrolet Cruze LS/2012 GMC Terrain SLE-1 & 2012 Silverado Ext 2WD. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $119.05/ $138.89 for 84/72 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000.00. ‥Based on a 48 month lease. Rate of 0% advertised on new or demonstrator 2012 Cruze equipped as described. Annual kilometer limit of 20,000km, $0.16 per excess kilometer OAC by GM Financial. Monthly payments may vary depending on down payment/trade. Other lease options available. ÂĽThunder package includes PDZ credit valued at $1,200 and PDJ credit valued at $350. Dealer trade may be required. Offer available to retail customers in Canada for vehicles delivered between May 1 and July 3, 2012. x$7,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on select 2012 Chevrolet Silverado Ext (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most models. ++Cruze Eco equipped with 6-speed manual transmission. Based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2012 Fuel Consumption Ratings for the Midsize Car class. Excludes hybrid and diesel models. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. ,Š The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. + For more information visit iihs.org/ratings. ÂĽÂĽ2012 Chevrolet Silverado, equipped with available Vortec™ 5.3L V8 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission and competitive fuel consumption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2012 Fuel Consumptions Guide and WardsAuto.com 2012 Large Pickup segment. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Excludes hybrids and other GM models. ∞OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery) wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Subscription Service Agreement required. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or visit onstar.ca for OnStar’s Terms and Conditions,Privacy Policy and details and system limitations. Additional information can be found in the OnStar Owner’s Guide. â—ŠComparison based on 2012 Wards segmentation: Large/Cross Utility Vehicle and latest competitive data available. Excludes other GM brands. Δ2012 GMC Terrain FWD, equipped with standardd 2.4L ECOTECÂŽ I-4 engine. Fuel consumption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2012 Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. Competitive segment based on WardsAuto.com’s 2012 Middle Cross Utility Vehicles Segment, excludes other GM models. ECOTE
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