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Province funds skills training at Caledonia Cameron Ginn Omineca Express A college education, free of charge. As part of a broad effort to fill vacant jobs in B.C.'s booming environmental sector, the province is providing 36 applicants with free tuition to attend the environmental field assistant program at the College of New Caledonia. Under the B.C. Jobs Plan, a provincial government initiative to stimulate job creation and strengthen the overall economy, a portion of $326,000 of funding is being invested into the 13-week program, scheduled to begin in January 2013, at the Vanderhoof and Burns Lake campuses. With the number of job openings in B.C. expected to reach 1-million over the next decade, according to B.C. government figures, the need for skilled Canadian workers in the environmental and resource sectors is reaching a critical level. "We're going to be lucky if we can fill half of them without having to deal with immigration or other types of issues," said John Rustad, Liberal MLA for Nechako Lakes, prior to boarding a flight to a caucus meeting in Vancouver on Wednesday, Oct. 3. For more than three months, students in the program will study core field skills pertaining to the fisheries and wildlife, natural resource management, and renewable energy sectors. "It's a great time for high school graduates because there are going to be so many job openings in those areas over the next decade," said Rustad. Because environmental field assistants mainly work outside in relative wilderness, the Caledonia program places greater emphasis on hands-on fieldwork. Monitoring air quality, recording wildlife inventory, and taking, packaging and labeling water samples, for instance, are some skills that students can expect to learn. Theory, entry-level mathematics and other complex concepts are part of the program's curriculum as well. In addition, each aspiring environ-

mental field assistant will acquire a range of safety certifications, from operating ATVs, to transporting dangerous goods, to basic fire suppression. Electrofishing, the stunning and capturing of fish for scientific survey, one of the program's most specialized certifications, spans three days, costs about $600 per student and requires professional training not widely offered in B.C. or the rest of Canada, said Maureen Mallais, Caledonia's regional director for the Nechako region. "It’s very beneficial when there is no tuition attached," she said. Locally, with the advancement of mining and renewable energy projects near Vanderhoof, job opportunities for environmental field assistants have increased over the past several years, according to Stuart Sinclair, president of Avison Management Services Ltd. in Vanderhoof, which employed three assistants last summer to conduct environmental assessments for various projects. Although demand is limited during winter due to the difficulty of doing fieldwork in snow and ice, the environmental field assistant positions and specialized skills training available through Caledonia “will be a stepping stone for some into a higher education or position," Stuart indicated in an email. The program is geared toward attracting outdoor enthusiasts, or anybody who is interested in pursuing a career in the environmental sector, but the B.C. Jobs Plan stipulates that only individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, ineligible for employment insurance, and not currently attending school can apply for the government-funded tuitions. Still, despite the restrictions, Mallais strongly advises anyone who is interested in enrolling in the program to contact the College of New Caledonia at once, while seats are available. "If you're wondering whether or not this program is for you, come in to the college and talk to somebody,” she said. “Don't screen yourself out.”

On Friday, Sept. 28, Vanderhoof conservation officers euthanized two grizzly bears after they were found to be killing cattle on a nearby ranch. One bear weighed 771 pounds. Vanderhoof Conservation Officer Service photo

Gluttonous grizzlies killed in Vanderhoof Bears snared for preying on cattle Cameron Ginn Omineca Express Two male grizzly bears were euthanized last Friday for preying on livestock at a ranch on Telegraph Road, south of Vanderhoof. Using leg snares hidden inside a dead cow carcass, conservation officers captured the problematic bears that together killed and consumed two cows and one pig. Two miss-

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ing cattle are also being attributed to the same bores, one of which weighed 771 pounds. "Just huge. It blew us away," said Vanderhoof conservation officer Cam Hill, referring to the bear's size. Each year about half a dozen livestock in the District of Vanderhoof are killed by grizzly bears, said Hill. Continued on page 2

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Local bear trap rigged, cougar sightings unofficial Continued from Page1 here isn't anything new. We've had "I think bears are smart enough moose, deer and bears," said Loeto know that if they don't kill any wen. livestock they'll live a long hapIndeed. After verifying repy life here and learn to co-exist ports that a "very large bear" was amongst the farms, ranches and hanging around Reid Drive, Vanthe people," said Hill. derhoof conservation officers atVanderhoof conservation oftended the area to rig a live trap, ficers execute only a few snaring one that could potentially catch a operations each year. cougar instead, should one be lurkAccording to the visual accounts ing, said Hill. of area farmers, ranchers and other "If there was one there - and reliable sources who work in the that's a big if - they might have outdoors, Hill estimates, though been looking for a house cat, a unofficially, that local grizzly bear A cougar that was trapped dog, an easy meal," he said. numbers are as healthy as ever and in the Fraser Lake area in "They're not just going to hang perhaps rising. around if they're not getting someJanuary 2011. "Populations are at an unprec- Photo by the Conservation Officer Service. thing to eat." edented high," he said. Historical records indicate that In correlation with the increased presence of only five human fatalities are known to have been grizzlies in the region, Hill believes more people, caused by cougars in B.C., with one or two couespecially those who work or play in the wild, gar-related injuries occurring in the province each should educate themselves on bear encounters by year. taking an awareness course or visiting the website Should you encounter a cougar, act aggressively, of the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) to learn talk in a deep, confident tone, wave a stick, a jacket life-saving tactics. or another item over your head and slowly back out Although grizzly bears are occasionally blamed of the area. Don't turn and run, said Hill. for killing a cow, more elusive predators, such as For more information about encounters with wolves and cougars, with similarly voracious ap- cougars, bears and other wildlife, Hill suggests vispetites are also known to be roaming the same ter- iting the MOE website. ritory. Late last month, rumors of cougar sightings on Reid Drive were made known to Hill by at least one second-hand witness. Because the alleged sightings were more than a week old at the time of being reported, Hill said the cougar might have already travelled five to 10 kilometres away from Vanderhoof. The Cluculz Lake Even if the Reid Drive sightings were verifiable, unless the cougar was acting aggressively, exhibitVolunteer Fire Department ing a propensity to eat cats and dogs, or showed no will be holding its interest in leaving a pullulated area, conservation officers probably would have preferred to let the ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING animal leave on its own terms, explained Hill. “Ninety-nine per cent of the time, that's what Sunday, October 14th happens,” he said. 2:00 to 3:00pm Twice in the past two years Hill has followed up at the Fire Hall on reports of alleged cougar sightings, only to find the paw prints of a house cat at the scene. 3395 Lund Road Nonetheless, Hill says adult cougars, which Members of the public typically eat a deer-sized animal every seven days, pass through the district from time to time. are welcome to attend Curtis Loewen, whose home on Reid Drive overlooks a field of tall grass and thick brush, has heard For more information about the AGM or volunteering please about the alleged sightings and expressed a modest contact: Tanya Spooner Fire Chief 250.441.3401, degree of concern for the safety of his children and or Anna-Marie Spooner, Secretary 250.441.0099 his dogs. "We'll be a little more careful, but animals down

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BRIEFLY Cullen calls for Nexen rejection Skeena-Bulkley MP Nathan Cullen is calling for the federal government to reject the proposed takeover of Nexen by a Chinese national corporation. The $15.1 billion bid for the takeover would put Nexen, an energy company which does oil and gas development would put a significant player in Canadian energy into the hands of Chinese National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), a Chinese-governmentowned corporation. “The lack of transparency in the approval process, and the alarming number of unanswered questions, has pushed Canada’s New Democrats to reject the transaction as it is currently structured.” said a release from Cullen’s office last week. “The government has to carefully consider the serious impacts this takeover along with Sinopec’s investment in the Northern Gateway Pipeline will have on Canada’s control over our natural resources,” said Cullen. The government has 45 days to make a decision, but can extend the deadline. A decision would take place by midOctober if there are no extensions.

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Sadie Parr Submitted Wolves have increased livestock depredation rates by more than 600 times over 3 years across the province, according to the B.C. Cattleman’s Association. In 2008 and 2009, throughout all of B.C. there were only 70 verified livestock losses due to wolves, with a payout of approximately $23,750 through the Predator Loss and Compensation Program. In 2012, the B.C. Cattleman’s Association claimed that the industry is losing up to $15 million a year because of wolf attacks. One real shame is that the situation is being portrayed as having two sides; those who want to protect livestock and those who want to protect wolves. The irony is that both of these objectives could be met simultaneously through working together. If preventing livestock losses is the goal, wolf hunting and trapping regulations need to be updated, and an experimental sterilization program in the Quesnell Highlands must end. These practices are creating a war zone for wolves, which are reacting by breaking some of the natural processes that come with a stable family unit when wolves are left unpersecuted. In certain parts of North America, killing wolves indiscriminately may lead to

increased depredation rates on livestock the following year. The local attendees at the Kamloops Stockmen’s Meeting held in 2010 described what sounded like an exploited wolf population, including smaller wolf home ranges, undefined territories and less stable packs. Wolf biologists have spent decades investigating the correlations between wolf depredations and raising livestock. There is no evidence to show that indiscriminately killing wolves works as a long-term solution; depredations occur in areas that have been practicing lethal control for decades. This approach is “a short-term response to depredation that does not decrease wolfdepredation at a regional scale nor over long-term," said Marco Musiani, a biologist who has studied wolflivestock interactions extensively. The BC Cattleman’s Association is asking for a “thinning” of the wolf population in the Cariboo and Peace River Regions. In the Cariboo region, many areas allow residents to kill as many wolves as possible with a general hunting license or on private property, there is an experimental sterilization project that many biologists and conservation groups are opposed to, and the season to hunt or trap wolves ranges

from 10.5 months to year round. These actions disrupt the stability of wolf packs and can lead to increased breeding of wolves through pack splintering or the death of a regular breeding leader. As well, new pups will not be learning from experienced elders the required hunting techniques to capture large wild ungulates or avoid humans and undesired consequences result. Similarly, lax regulations exist in the Peace Region. Many predatorfriendly ranching practices are inexpensive, but an initial investment into providing this type of information and making it accessible to livestock producers is necessary. Livestock producers have also become accustomed to externalizing the costs of production in many aspects. Just as any business or corporation would be responsible for environmental impacts and/or investing in protection of business assets, so too should this apply to livestock producers or any independent party. Responsible management practices are key to the successful outcome of any proprietor. It's necessary to identify that wolves account for approximately 1 to 3 per cent of livestock losses on a large scale in North America, with weather, calving, and digestive problems a far larger concern for producers.

ban rescinded Cameron Ginn Omineca Express An open fire ban affecting the Vanderhoof Forest District was lifted last week following several days of sustained rainfall. Although burning conditions have been deemed safe for the time being, Wildfire Management Branch officials urge the public to exercise caution and vigilance when having open fires. Overall, the district’s forests fared well from wildfires in 2012, but experienced a rise in small blazes caused by lightning strikes, said Mike Pritchard, forest protection officer for the Vanderhoof and Fort St. James Fire Zone.

Since April 1, 2012, crews from the Prince George Fire Centre responded to 364 wildfires, less than half of which were caused by humans and underwent special investigations by compliance enforcement staff to identify negligence. Several investigations, some involving possible fines, won't be completed until mid-winter, said Pritchard. In the next few weeks, Pritchard expects to release a summary report of all fires that required a response by district personnel in 2012. The report includes information about fire locations, sizes and causes, as well as details about who responded to each incident and whether or not firefighting costs are recoverable.

Thompson Creek Metals adjusts operations in Idaho Thompson Creek Metals is looking to save money at their Idaho mine in order to maintain momentum on construction of Mount Milligan. The company will be stopping stripping for their next production phase at their Idaho mine. The company announced the plan last week and said it will save in operational costs at their Thomspon Creek mine as molybdenum prices remain low. Production will still be taking place at the mine, however, and the halting of stripping activity is expected to save $100 million in operating costs and $8-9 million in capital expenditures for the company. The workforce at the mine will be reduced by 100 employees. Production at the mine will continue through 2014, and stripping could be restarted if market conditions are

favourable, and if stripping is not restarted, the mine will be mothballed in 2015. “As a result of continuing weakness and uncertainty in the world economy, we have decided to reduce our costs, strengthen our balance sheet, and conserve cash,” said Kevin Loughrey, chairman and chief executive officer of Thompson Creek in the release. “This will allow for greater certainty in accessing our existing financings in order to complete the development of Mt. Milligan, while we preserve the assets at Thompson Creek until market conditions strengthen.” Mount Milligan is reportedly onschedule with the estimated $1.5 billion project and expects to begin commissioning in the second quarter of 2013 and be in full production by the fourth quarter of 2013.

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B.C. Smoking Cessation Program Submitted Since B.C.'s Smoking Cessation Program launched a year ago on Sept. 30, 2011, 149,899 orders for smoking cessation products have been placed through HealthLink BC. The program is easily accessed by calling 8-11, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and aims to help British Columbians stop smoking by assisting with the cost of smoking cessation aids. Once in each calendar year, B.C. residents enrolled with the Medical Services Plan can receive PharmaCare coverage for a single continuous

course of a prescribed smoking cessation drug or a free 12-week supply of nicotine replacement gum or patches. Between Sept. 30, 2011 - the program's launch date - and Sept. 30, 2012, 149,899 orders were placed for free access to nicotine replacement therapies (NRTs) through 8-1-1. As well, over 40,000 people have obtained a prescription for a smoking cessation drug while visiting their physician for another reason. NRTs are over-thecounter medications that contain nicotine and work to reduce withdrawal symptoms. They act as a substitute

its web programs to include a live-chat service that offers instant, nowait coaching for online members to help support their efforts in quitting tobacco. The live-chat service is staffed by QuitNow coaches from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Friday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays.

and cravings and reduce the urge to smoke. British Columbians who register with the program are able to receive further support from QuitNow Services ('QuitNow'), which is operated by the BC Lung Association. HealthLink BC staff can transfer callers directly to QuitNow. Since the Smoking Cessation Program began, QuitNow has had more than 20,000 contacts with individuals interested in quitting. More than 11,000 people have registered for QuitNow web, text and telephone support. In April, QuitNow Services further enhanced

for the nicotine smokers would get through smoking. Through the Smoking Cessation Program, PharmaCare covers the prescription drugs varenicline (Champix) and bupropion (Zyban). These drugs do not contain nicotine, but work on the brain to manage withdrawal symptoms

NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETING for October & November 2012 The dates and locations of the Regular Board Meetings of the Board of Education of School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) for the months of October & November, 2012, are as follows: October 15, 2012 School Board OfÀce, Vanderhoof, BC November 19, 2012 School Board OfÀce, Vanderhoof, BC These meetings will commence at 6:00 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend. Darlene Turner Secretary-Treasurer

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LiveSmart's business energy-efficiency champions Submitted Thirteen British Columbia small businesses will receive funding totalling $269,415 to make their creative energy-saving solutions a reality, announced Rich Coleman, Minister of Energy, Mines and Natural Gas. All of the projects demonstrate innovative energy-efficiency opportunities and/or energy savings of at least 20 per cent, like the Tanglefoot Training Centre in Kimberley. It will harness energy from cardio equipment to help power the facility. "One of our government's top priorities is making it easier for businesses to do business, and what better way than to help them incorporate new ways to save money on their energy bills. What's also great about this program is that they can take what they've learned and teach others about how to apply it to their businesses," said Naomi Yamamoto, Minister of State for Small Business. The LiveSmart BC Small Business Champion applications were evaluated on project feasibility, energy and cost savings, innovation and their benefit and value to other companies and the community. "Small businesses bring jobs, products and

services to communities throughout the province. Through LiveSmartBC, our government is helping them save money on their monthly energy bills," said Coleman. "These business champions are implementing innovative energy savings solutions like the Sunset Pines Greenhouse in Prince George. The greenhouse, in partnership with Out of Ashes BioEnergy Inc. is installing an innovative furnace system that is the first of its kind in B.C. It produces renewable heat energy and sequesters carbon, while making a natural soil enhancement by-product that can be used in the greenhouse." To help encourage energy-efficiency upgrades in the business community, these small business champions will share their project ideas with their local community and businesses so others can learn from their experience and leadership. These champions will also be featured on the LiveSmart BC website for the benefit of other small businesses throughout British Columbia. "B.C.'s green economy continues to grow through the innovation of these LiveSmart smallbusiness champions. The creative solutions developed by these companies will lead the way to cleaner, greener partnerships in communities around the province," said Minister of the Environment Terry Lake.

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Express Vanderhoof home sales jump by $2.8-million Submitted The BC Northern Real Estate Board reports 3,749 properties worth $865.5 million sold through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in the first nine months of 2012. At this time last year, 3,443 properties worth $740 million had changed hands. As of Sept. 30, there were 4,889 properties of all types available for sale through the MLS, down from 5,076 properties at the end of September last year. President Joni Brown said, “there are increases in most markets across the board – not drastic, but showing a sustainable market compared to other areas of the province. Interest rates are still low, making it a good time for entry level buyers to get into the market, and investors to add to their inventory.” In Vanderhoof, realtors assisted in the sale

of 99 properties worth $17.9 million in the first nine months of the year, compared with 76 properties worth $15.1 million in the same time last year. Half of the 52 single family homes sold this year sold for less than $181,250. These homes took, on average, 71 days to sell. Also changing hands were 16 parcels of vacant land and 18 homes on acreage. At the end of September there were 160 properties of all types available through MLS in the Vanderhoof area. In Fort St. James, 29 properties worth $6.7 million were reported sold to the end of September, compared to 39 properties worth $6.2 million during the same period last year. As of Sept. 30, there were 77 properties of all types available for purchase through MLS in the Fort St. James area. In Houston, 42 properties worth $6.4 million were sold by the end of

September, compared with 39 properties worth $6.6 million in that same period last year. At the end of September there were 50 properties of all types available for purchase through MLS in the Houston area. In Smithers, as of Sept. 30, 192 properties worth $47.6 million changed hands, compared with 211 properties worth $44.7 million in the first nine months of 2011. Half of the 96 single family homes that sold this year were sold for less than $250,000. These homes took, on average, 70 days to sell. Also changing hands this year were 28 parcels of vacant land, 42 homes on acreage, 8 manufactured homes in parks and 12 manufactured homes on land. As of Sept. 30, there were 218 properties of all types available through the MLS in the Smithers area. In Burns Lake so

far this year, 48 properties worth $6.2 million have been reported sold through MLS compared to 61 properties worth $6.9 million in the first nine months of 2011. At the end of September there were 146 properties of all types available for sale through the MLS in the Burns Lake area. In Vanderhoof, realtors assisted in the sale of 99 properties worth $17.9 million in the first nine months of the year, compared with 76 properties worth $15.1 million in the same time last year. Half of the 52 single family homes sold so far this year sold for less than $181,250. These homes took, on average, 71 days to sell. Also changing hands were 16 parcels of vacant land and 18 homes on acreage. At the end of September there were 160 properties of all types available through MLS in the Vanderhoof area. In Fort St. James, 29

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properties worth $6.7 million were reported sold by the end of September, compared to 39 properties worth $6.2 million in that same period last year. As of Sept. 30 there were 77 properties of all types available for purchase through MLS in the Fort St. James area.

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mountains, and Helweg said she and her husband have gone on trips into the wilderness on horseback almost every year since. Though the first trip did not include her children, subsequent journeys sometimes did, and her one daughter and son-in-law even joined Helweg and her husband on horseback for the young couple’s honeymoon While the story of the trip was 33 years in the making, Helweg said she has been writing all her life, having written for the local newspaper back in the day and scribing historical and personal stories since she started out writing a pen pal in her youth. When she finally had the finished book in her hands, she was overjoyed to see it in colour. “It’s a journey right, not just the trip is a journey, everything to do with the book is a journey,” said Helweg. She had the book edited by someone she knew who knew nothing about horses and packing, in order to make the book more accessible to a wider audience, not only those interested in horse trips into the mountains. Helweg said the book, while her first, will not be her last. She said she has files full of stories she has written over the years, and her next project is to put together a story on Billy Steele from Manson Creek, some of whose possessions she has, given to her for safekeeping as a local historian.

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Helweg book signing Ruth Lloyd Joyce Helweg brought her written words to life reading from her recently published book “A Change in Direction.” Around 20 people came out to the Fort St. James Bicentennial Library on Tuesday, Oct. 2 to hear the local author and ask her a few questions about the book and her experience. The book describes a pack trip into the Spatsizi wilderness Helweg took when she was 30 years old and a self-described “ulcer-bound housewife” with three young children. The trip was a 40-day excursion into the northern wilderness, and a complete rebirth for Helweg, who was suffering at the time from depression brought on by a series of traumas in her life, including the death of her mother, the illness of one of her children and illness of her own. Her doctor told her she needed to take an extended vacation, and her husband came home one day and told her they were going to go on a 40-day horse pack trip into the mountains. Only thing was she didn’t know how to ride. But Helweg tells a great tale of her trepidation turned to joy over the trip, with lots of laughs along the way at her own expense, and by the end, she didn’t want to go home. The journey led to a lifelong love of horses and the

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Buying local buys peace of mind Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier The bad news last week for XL Foods did not stop coming. It seemed everyday there was another date or store added to the list for potentially contaminated beef from the large meat processing plant in Brooks, Alberta. The possibility of E. coli contaminated meat had people all over the country checking labels in their freezer and throwing out meat landfill crows will eat well this fall. It was a major fail for the massive meat plant, XL Foods, and a massive fail for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), which was facing criticism for slow action on the recall. I heard the news of the recall and knew I had nothing to worry about, as the entire meat selection in my fridge and freezer is locally sourced, bought directly from meat producers. I have beef from local ranchers, lamb from family friends in the Cariboo, and chicken from local producers as well. None of it was processed in large-scale facilities, where production line meat processing can lead to widespread contamination. Now, I know even small producers can have contaminated meat, but let’s be honest, small operations are not running the same kinds of fast-paced, automated systems where an intestinal puncture would not be dealt with right away, and contained. I also think for society as a whole, there is so much less risk, as the contamination is not amplified, and spread from one facility to the entire country through a massive distribution system. One mistake does not then become a health hazard to a nation; instead a small community might be made aware and the problem contained. Call me old-fashioned, but to me, this is one more example of how getting a bit traditional and going back to local food could be a great thing for everyone. Better profit margins for producers, better products and food security for consumers and better health. Now, there will always be those who are desperate to save $5 or $10 on their meat order by shopping at Costco or some other large chain (which nine times out of 10 they probably spent in gas to get there or on a latte they could have skipped instead). But what is your health worth to you? What about the health of your family? I for one am pretty glad I shop at the local farmer’s market and local producers and am not throwing away meat in my freezer this week. Probably a lot more than $5 worth of food was tossed from many freezers, with 1,800 products recalled. I see it as money saved

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At the break of day Bill Phillips PG Free Press When they say “Daybreak” at the CBC, they mean it. I was the guest of Betsy Trumpener on Daybreak yesterday morning at the ungodly hour of 6:45 a.m. I came on right after a piece about Justin Trudeau running for the Liberal leadership, so I’m pretty sure most of my right wing friends had already switched to 94X because they needed something to help them bang their heads. I was asked to speak about last week’s column “A call for independents,” which was about the need/ possibility for more independent MLAs in the Legislature. As former Fort St. John mayor Bruce Lantz tweeted me yesterday morning after the show; “journalists interviewing journalists, must have been a slow news day.” I have to agree with him on that one, even though now I’m obviously part of the problem. Journalists interviewing journalists has always been one of my pet peeves. One of the tricks is when something big happens in a small “closeknit” community (because they’re all close-knit when something trag-

ic happens) is the big city media calls the local reporters and interviews them, rather than interview, say, the people directly involved in the story. Journalists aren’t experts in anything except journalism so they shouldn’t be used as sources. And, as testament to that, I’ve strayed way off topic. It was actually fun going on the radio live. I was on the Meisner show once. He talked for 10 minutes and I think I got an “uh-huh” in before my time was up. Before that, the last time I was on radio was back in the Kootenays when the caller guy for a Western International Hockey League game in Nelson didn’t show up so they asked me to fill in. For some reason, I said “yes.” The regular announcer plopped a six-pack of beer on the floor and we proceeded to call the game … or rather he called the game and I mumbled stuff when he stopped for a drink. My column about more independents in the Legislature was prompted by a Twitter townhall, hosted by independents Bob Simpson and Vicky Huntington. It was about democratic reform, not specifically having more independent MLAs.

One of the suggestions put forward at the townhall was to restart the Citizen’s Assembly on Electoral Reform … the body that came up with the single transferable vote system. It was narrowly rejected by the electorate in a referendum. That, however, shouldn’t be interpreted as a reticence for electoral reform. I think the public is still clamouring for it. And, I predict that the calls start anew after the provincial election next spring. Here’s what I think will happen. Even with the BC Conservatives emerging from obscurity and the Greens still holding some ground, I think we’ll have another majority government. However, we’ll be back in a world where less than 40 per cent of the popular vote can win a majority. That’s one of the things that spurs calls for electoral reform. The sad part is that our system works well only for those in power. Many politicians and political parties talk about electoral reform but do little about it because the system worked for them. So why change it? It’s not working for British Columbians, that’s why.

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Health Minister Margaret MacDiarmid today announced $48 million to support the ongoing work of the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR). In its first decade, the foundation has funded more than 1,800 research-related positions, including 1,491 researchers funded directly. These positions range from students through to well-established researchers who have created strong research programs to address critical health issues. MSFHR also funds research teams and shared research services to support researchers across the province, supports multiple projects to address health-system challenges, and brings together British Columbia's universities, health authorities, non-profit organizations and government for health-research planning and

action. These investments have enabled B.C. to recruit and retain top health research talent, and have increased the competitiveness of B.C. researchers who in turn have brought additional health research funding into the province. Between 2001 and 2012, B.C.'s share of federal health research grants increased from 8.6 per cent to more than 14 per cent. Based at the BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver General Hospital and the University of British Columbia, OvCaRe has become a prototype of the clinically-focused multidisciplinary and multi-institutional research that MSFHR has sought to foster in B.C. Over the past 10 years, OvCaRe has become a global leader in ovarian cancer research, with ongoing projects designed to tackle the major challenges this disease presents, including a provincewide ovarian cancer prevention program and the first detailed

analysis of genomes of several subtypes of this cancer. "When I look at my own career, the OvCaRe team and many of the outstanding health research successes that have occurred in B.C. over the past 10 years it is hard to imagine how they could have happened without the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research," said Dr. David Huntsman, co-founder and director of OvCaRe. Priority health research areas for the ministry include health services, population health, clinical and biomedical research. MSFHR, which celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2011, has received more than $360 million from the B.C. government to date. This includes more than $323 million towards initiatives that support the MSFHR mandate, plus about $37 million in targeted research funding from the government. Some examples of

MSFHR health-research funding in action include assessing the strength of British Columbians' immune system to the H1N1 flu virus by age group to inform the vaccine roll out in 2010, as well as researching optimal delivery timing for pregnant women suffering from hypertension. Dr. Michael Smith was a pre-eminent B.C. scientist and internationally recognized authority on molecular biology and the use of chemically synthesized DNA fragments in genetic studies. Dr. Smith received a Nobel Prize for chemistry in 1993. Since 2001, government has invested more than $850 million in health research, including the Vancouver Prostate Centre, the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, six Leading Edge Endowment Fund chairs, Genome B.C., and the Centre for Drug Research and Development.

Be ‘Bear Smart’ during the fall Submitted As British Columbia’s bears go through their annual ritual of preparing for hibernation, avoiding conflicts between bears and humans is a particularly high priority during the fall season. At this time of year, bears are actively seeking out food to build up fat reserves, creating potential for trouble when they get access to non-natural food sources. For example, exposed pet food, ripe fruit, improperly stored garbage, dirty barbecues and easily accessible composts all can create problems. Bears who find such food soon will repeatedly return to these food sources. This often leads to conflict with humans. Once a bear is conditioned to nonnatural food sources, it is extremely difficult to solve the problem without euthanizing the bear. Despite the best efforts of conservation officers, relocation and other non-lethal solutions are rarely successful. Relocated bears typically return or become problem bears in other communities. In addi-

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Balancing Activities to Support your Emotional Health 3 OF 7 ARTICLES We’ve talked about how important family, friend, physical health and community are to health, this week we are talking about one of the most difficult to understand pillars for many people. That’s the pillar of spirituality. When I mention spirituality, there are a variety of reactions I get. People who follow a religion tend to have the least amount of misunderstanding and those with no affiliations usually feel a bit uncomfortable with this pillar. Everyday we are surrounded by spirituality, when it gets ignored we ignore a huge part of our inner and outer environment. Spirituality is that which relates to or affects the human spirit as opposed to material or physical things. We are spiritual beings and have a need to feed that side of ourselves. But how? One of the things about being spiritual is being aware of what is around you. Just look at children and toddlers see how amazed they are, how wondrous the rustling of leaves is, the way wind feels for the first time, that leaves change color and birds take flight, often as we age we forget these amazing moments, and we forget the feeling of wonderment and discovery, we need to get that back, imagine how different life would be if you could see the world like this now that you can see even more... Spirituality is being aware of the good things in life and being grateful for them. Committing acts of kindness, devoting some of your time to helping others and meaning it. Reading books that inspire you and spark that feeling of wanting to know more. Striving to grow... and it may help you see a part of yourself that’s always been there. Spirituality has basic components to practice that many of you will recognize as everyday things. · Bring awareness to everyday tasks, do the simplest things with love. I am not fond of washing dishes but I see how happy it makes others for not having to do them, and being mindful that doing those little things with love and awareness, rather than disdain and contempt changes your outlook, and lifts your heart, your spirit. · Choosing to see the good and joyful side, while radiating this joy and experience into the world. Learning how to be happy, really happy, and not pretending to be, or doing what others think happiness is. Learning how to be happy actually makes this world a better place, this means it affects your family, friends, community and your health. There are deeper and many numerous methods of understanding spirituality, I mentioned how many people who have a faith have an easier time with this, but it’s not that simple either even for those of faith it takes work, and understanding. So find your something special, find your love and happiness and you’ll soon discover that there are great things in store for you that you’d never seen before. Open your eyes to the possibilities of the life ahead of you and if you’re having trouble, find some help from people who have been there (which now you can see how community and friends all intertwine.. you haven’t seen anything yet ;) ) Next week: Recreation & Play

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Although tankers have been safely navigating the north coast and its channels for decades, marine safety remains a top priority for British Columbians. We have been planning the Northern Gateway Project for over a decade, with a particular focus on protecting the environment. We have added speciﬁc safety requirements to our marine operations plan to help make the waters of the north coast safer not just for tankers serving the project, but for all marine vessels.

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Tankers travel slowly, but to make sure that marine species and their habitats are respected, tankers will be required to reduce speed as they pass through certain sections of the channels. Even their escort tugboats will have quieter engines to reduce underwater noise.

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Tugboats have been shown to signiﬁcantly reduce tanker incidents worldwide. Powerful tugboats that have been specially commissioned for Northern Gateway will assist in the safe arrival and departure of tankers. All tankers will be attended by a close escort tug. In the channels, laden tankers will have two tugs–one tethered at all times. These tugboats will have emergency response equipment on board and will be capable of assisting any marine vessel.

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VANDERHOOF SENIORS CONNECTED is looking for Seniors in need of Outreach & Transportation. We are also taking applications for Volunteers wanting to take part in the VSC Program. Vanderhoof Seniors Connected is a program dedicated to improving the quality of life for Seniors/Elders in our community through Companionship and Transportation Assistance. For more information please contact Debra- Ann Bishop, VSC Program Coordinator 250-567-4879 The Space 250-567-0623 Cell. volunteervanderhoof01@gmail.com

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Changing the route to respect BC The Gateway pipeline route has already seen a decade of planning and testing, and thousands of hours of work, to ensure maximum safety and minimal environmental disturbance. And I’m proud to tell you that the work isn’t ﬁnished yet. First of all, I want to set the record straight on recent claims that the Gateway pipeline runs through the Great Bear Rain Forest on British Columbia’s coast — they are categorically false. As it happens, our team of engineers has taken great pains to ensure that the proposed pipeline route is almost entirely made up of pre-existing corridors of activity — such as logging roads, forestry roads, cut lines, or other “pre-disturbed” areas — to reduce its footprint as much as possible. Our engineers, and experts familiar with B.C.’s terrain, have also spent years using the most advanced technology available to identify the potential for geohazards — landslides, rock fall, avalanches, seismic issues, and marine clays. As a result, we’ve worked hard to minimize the risk, and ensure the safest pipeline route possible, with extra measures such as deeper pipe burial, tunnels, and special pipe design.

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It’s not going to stop me” CIBC Run for the Cure

Teresa Mallam PG Free Press It is not the kind of news you expect to hear when you’re young, healthy and about to embark on your dream career. Breast cancer can strike anyone, anywhere, at any age, but it was the last thing Reena Thomas had on her mind when she laced up her running shoes to test her stamina last year. On Sept. 30, she laced them up again – this time to take part in the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure. On August 4, 2011, at age 26, Thomas was diagnosed with breast cancer. The news came as a huge shock for the CNC Professional Cook graduate. Like most young women her age, she had big plans – but she had to put them on hold. “In May 2011, I had decided that for my Sept. 20 birthday I wanted to run 10 kilometres. So I started training every day. It was July, and I was about half way through my training when I felt this pain (she also discovered a lump.) At first, I thought maybe it was from running.” She didn’t ignore the signs. She went to her doctor. The days that followed were a blur of tests and medical appointments. “My doctor got all the tests done in about a week – usually it takes a lot longer. It was a crazy week. There had been an ultrasound cancellation, so I got in right away and I had my mam-

mogram the same day.” After her biopsy, there was a three-day wait for news “Three business days,” says Thomas. “I was called and told to come in. I knew it wasn’t good news. When she [doctor] told me it was cancerous, I just sat there and nodded. I was in shock. I waited for a couple of days to build up my courage to tell my family. I have four younger brothers, I was worried about them. I think it’s harder for family members because I think they feel helpless – and there’s a fear.” Thomas’ boyfriend Eric knew the outcome of her tests because he had accompanied her to her medical appointments. “The chemo, the last two treatments, were the hardest. It’s harder on your body and it takes more out of you. I think being younger and physically fit, it may have been easier to go through. I can’t imagine being older and going through this.” But it was lonely, at times, she says. “My last treatments were around Christmas – cold and flu season – so people couldn’t come to see me and I found that lonely. That was hard.” And her hair fell out. Today, as Thomas stands outside the Free Press building, sunlight streams through her hair. It is shiny, healthy and, as she puts it, “eight-months long.” Her cancer journey has been a valuable learning experience, she says. One that makes minor set-

backs, like delays in her physical training, much easier to bear. “I had been training for the Run for the Cure, about 10 weeks in and I injured my knees. I had worked up to just under seven kilometres and I had to cut back, but there’s still time to train.” During her recovery, she found out she’s not alone. “I went on the cancer connection website last year and was surprised to find out there are lots of young people going through this – at first, I felt like I was the only one of this age. And with me there’s no strong family history. A distant cousin had breast cancer, in her 40s, but at my age, I didn’t expect it.” This week her world looks sunny. She starts a new job this week, working as a line cook at a popular downtown restaurant. “Sure, I had breast cancer. It’s

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not going to stop me from moving forward in my life. I’m more grateful for life, all of it, good and bad. I’m not going to try and understand ‘why me?’ I decided early on that I was not dying, that it wasn’t an option for me.” On her personal page of the Foundation’s CIBC Run for the Cure website, Thomas, who is collecting pledges for the run, describes how she felt. “After my surgery my surgeon said that it ‘went well and we got it all.’ I took him at his word and decided to approach chemo, radiation and tamoxifen as formalities. I told myself that I will endure these treatments to prove to the doctors that I’m fine.” The support from family members, friends and “complete strangers” got her through all the procedures, she said. “I fully understood the severity of the treatments and their side effects. I just accepted them and tried

to hope for the best. It was not easy, I fell down many times along the way. Faith was lost, found and questioned. I cried almost daily at some points. Times were lonely. “It was hard for me to ask for help, I am a strong independent kind of person, I’m not weak. But I was. The visits, emails, phone calls and surprise mail package I got really saved me – they gave me the strength to get up and move forward.” She has praise too for Eric and renewed optimism for life: “I have a good man who caught me every time I fell, [who] picked me up and put me back together. I have so much to be happy for. I won’t take my time here for granted anymore because nothing is certain. So love unconditionally and with compassion.” The Canadian Breast Cancer CIBC Run for the Cure was on Sunday, Sept. 30.

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VANDERHOOF CRIME WATCH PATROL...will be holding their Annual General Meeting, November 7, 7pm in the meeting hall of the Nechako View Seniors Housing Complex on Northside Rd. All members are encouraged to attend and new members welcome. For more information call 250-567-9037. *** VANDERHOOF WINTER COAT DRIVE...October 13, 2012 at WL McLeod Elementary 12 to 4pm. Please come and get the warm winter items you need. Free of charge. *** VANDERHOOF SENIORS CONNECTED is looking for Seniors in need of Outreach & Transportation. We are also taking applications for Volunteers wanting to take part in the VSC Program. Vanderhoof Seniors Connected is a program dedicated to improving the quality of life for Seniors/Elders in our community through Companionship and Transportation Assistance. For more information please contact Debra- Ann Bishop, VSC Program Coordinator 250-567-4879 The Space 250-567-0623 Cell. volunteervanderhoof01@gmail.com *** BADMINTON... Starts October 4 at 8pm, NVSS Gym. All welcome. *** CALLING ALL SENIORS... come and join us for carpet bowling, pool or snooker - Monday and Thursday afternoons. We also have cards or bingo on Wendesday evenings. Music nights are also popular and these are the last Friday night of the month. Come and have some fun! Everybody welcome young or golden agers. Call Oscar for more info: 250-567-4582. *** AL-ANON...Has your life been affected by someone elses drinking? The AlAnon is for you! Meetings held on Mondays at 7pm in Community Room at Omineca Safe Home Society. For more information contact Gail at 567-4318. *** VANDERHOOF PUBLIC LIBRARY...is looking for donations of lego blocks to be used for children’s programs at the library. If you have lego that your kids have outgrown, we would love to put

On September 14, 2012, 21 riders with a team of support staff left Prince George riding 860 kms to Prince Rupert. The weather was perfect; the team was prepared and ready to ride. This was the 9th tour that has been assembled and the Cops for Cancer were riding this distance to support the Canadian Cancer Society in Research and Prevention of Pediatric cancer as well as support for children and families going to Camp Goodtimes. Collectively the team has collected in excess of $250,000.00 and the contributions are still coming in. it to good use. Please contact Jenn at 250-567-4060 or email: vhpljlb@telus.net *** STUART NECHAKO MANOR ...is looking for Volunteers with musical talent. If you would like to volunteer for entertainment for the residents please contact Marnie at 250-5676290 *** THE NORTHSIDE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE...meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call Brenda, 250 567-9705. *** VHF HOSPICE SOCIETY... What are you doing every 3rd Wednesday of each month. Do you have 2 hours to give each month? Are you sensitive to the special needs of those persons at the end stages of life? Want to be part of a great organization that makes a difference in our community then we are looking for you. The Vanderhoof Hospice Society is a notfor-profit charity looking for new volunteer members who will work with the current members to oversee our local Hospice Program. Hospice is a program that offers a support system to persons that are the end stages of life. Our Society has a desire to help others. We are sensitive to the special needs of the dying patient and their families. We do not have personal agendas or “missions” to our Hospice work. Our main fundraising come in the form of donations to our Tree of Life. We are looking for new members to continue this great service. More info call Debbie 567-7956 *** THE FOOD BANK... is in serious need of food donations. Specifically the following is needed: Canned vegetables, meat, fish, canned milk, sugar, pasta,

pasta sauces, soups (we have enough mushroom soup), toilet tissue. *** BADMINTON AT FLESS GYM... Every Thursday at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. come out and have some fun! *** THE VANDERHOOF CANCER SUPPORT GROUP... meets the first Friday of every month @ noon at the The Reid. For more info call Karen @ 567-4828. *** ENDAKO HALL SOCIETY...meets every THIRD Wednesday of the month in the hall at 7:30pm. *** THE YELLOWHEAD DRAFT HORSE ASSOCIATION...is an organization for those interested in light and heavy horse driving. Monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month. For more info contact: Jon 250567-8484. *** NECHAKO QUILTERS GUILD... meets the third Tuesday of the month 9:30 am (Sept. - May) at Nechako View Seniors Common Room. Fran Sheeley 5675254. *** THE FRASER QUILTERS GUILD... meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am at the Fort Fraser Community Hall. Newcomers welcome. *** HOSPICE TREE OF LIFE... is to honour the living as well as to remember and honour those who have passed on. For more info call Debbie @ 250-567-7956. *** THE FRASER LAKE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in the New Fraser Lake Restaurant. For further information call Judy at 250-6997763. *** NECHAKO VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY... meets every second Thurs-

day of the month 6:30 pm at the Chamber of Commerce office. *** VANDERHOOF 899 AIR CADET SQUADRON... Cadets will meet every Wednesday night 6:15pm at the Cadet Building on Burrard Street. Anyone age 12 to 18 interested in the Cadet Program is welcome to attend. Any adult interested in assisting in anyway, please contact the officers at the Cadet Building Wednesday night. For more information call Glenda 250-567-7574. *** AA MEETING... Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. United Church Hall. 567-8087 or 567-4588 *** FRASER LAKE AA MEETINGS... Tues & Thurs 8:00 p.m. at St. Wilfred’s Church just across from police station. *** ST. JOHN’S HOSPITAL AUXILIARY... meets second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the hospital cafeteria. Call 567-9759 Edna. *** VANDERHOOF LIBRARY HOURS Tuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday 10:00 am to 5:00pm & 6:30 to 8:30pm Thursday 10:00 to 5:00pm Friday 10:00 am to 6:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm *** FRASER LAKE LIBRARY HOURS Sunday & Monday Closed Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday & Thursday 3pm - 8pm Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 2pm *** NVSS BOTTLE DEPOT HOURS Open Mon, Tues, Friday 11am-5pm Saturday 10am-5 p.m. ***

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Information NECHAKO RIVER FLOW FACTS 3 October 2012 Reservoir Elevation: 852.43 m (2796.70ft) SLS Discharge: 63.89 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 58 m3/s Nautley River: 15 m3/s Vanderhoof: 83 m3/s Isle Pierre: 210 m3/s Due to very dry conditions in the reservoir area over the past month there is no need to increase Skins Lake Spillway discharge at this time. Discharge will be maintained at the current level. For more information please call Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-567-5105. A recording of Flow Facts is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 5675812

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Flooring Sales Manager The Houston Division of Bulkley Valley Home Centre requires a sales person/ manager for its flooring department. This person will have retail experience that includes measuring, estimating, ordering and selling laminate, hardwood, vinyl, carpet and ceramic. This person will have had experience working with installers. The ability to provide excellent customer service to homeowners and contractors and assist the store manager with marketing initiatives for the flooring department are key priorities. The position also requires a general knowledge of building materials and the ability to work in a computerized environment. Houston is located in the beautiful Bulkley Valley, 50 km east of Smithers. There are outstanding opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation activities. Assistance with relocation will be considered for the right person. Compensation includes salary, incentive plan and benefits. Please submit cover letter and resume to amanda@bvhome.ca or fax to 1-250-845-7608.

NECHAKO VALLEY COMMUNITY SERVICES SOCIETY YOUTH JUSTICE COUNSELLOR Job Posting Number 2012-050 VANDERHOOF JOB SUMMARY: Provides assessment, treatment planning and counseling to youth who have been sentenced under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) and who are conditionally released to the areas of Vanderhoof, Fraser Lake and Fort St. James. Service includes direct treatment intervention through individual, group and family counseling and indirect service through consultation with Youth Probation Ofﬁcers and Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: ❖ B.A, degree in social work, counselling or a related ﬁeld, or the equivalent combination of education and experience ❖ One to three years previous work experience in a similar environment is preferred ❖ Ability to maintain accurate and complete client reports and records ❖ Must have a working knowledge of Mental Health and Addictions issues with youth ❖ Applicant must have valid driver’s license, clean drivers abstract, and a satisfactory criminal record check SALARY: $21.38 - 25.14 per hr. HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours/week. Union Position START DATE: POSTING DATE:

As soon as possible October 1, 2012

CLOSING DATE: Until filled HOW TO APPLY: Please apply for this job only in the manor specified by the employer. Failure to do so may result in your application not being properly considered for the position Please send a cover letter of interest, current resume outlining your skills and qualifications for the position and the job posting number to Danny Scoular, Program Manager dscoular@nvcss.ca

CASUAL BUS DRIVERS School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) is looking for individuals interested in casual work in the Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fraser Lake and Burns Lake areas. QUALIFICATIONS: ● completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certi¿cate) ● valid Class II Driver’s License with Air Endorsement ● understanding of the BC Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations ● courses and training in defensive driving or a combination of training and experience ● an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current driver’s abstract ● excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience/rapport with students in Grades K to 12 ● physical capability to perform the job duties School District No. 91 will assist a successful applicant in acquiring their class 2 license if all other requirements have been met. The starting wage is $23.52 per hour as per the current CUPE Collective Agreement. Resumés must be accompanied by a completed application form which is available on the website at http://www.sd91.bc.ca/ or from the School District Administration Of¿ce in Vanderhoof or from any district school. A complete job description is available upon request or online at www.sd91.bc.ca. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm, Friday, October 12, 2012. Please forward resumes to: Human Resources School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) P.O. Box 129 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Fax: (250) 567-4639 Email: cupejobs@mail.sd91.bc.ca School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB POSTING FAMILY PRESERVATION WORKER MCFD FAMILY PRESERVATION PROGRAM Internal/ External Posting Number 2012-052 VANDERHOOF JOB SUMMARY: This program provides services for Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) referred families who have been identified as medium to high risk of out of home placement for their child/children. Typically referred clients have come to the attention of MCFD as a result of child protection issues, whether they are immediate concerns or family support issues. Family Preservation worker provides short term, intensive, in-home service to assist families in reducing risk factors and threats to family and individual well-being. When appropriate, service will also be delivered as group work. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: ❖ A diploma in the human services or related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience ❖ At least one year of experience in a similar environment is required for this position ❖ Must demonstrate an understanding of theory, principles and practices in the field ❖ Must have knowledge of child development and age appropriate behaviors ❖ Must possess basic computer skills SALARY: $17.60-20.70 with benefits as per the CSSEA & CSSBA Collective Agreement (Grid Level 12) HOURS OF WORK: Full Time START DATE: As soon as possible POSTING DATE: October 3, 2012 CLOSING DATE: Until filled Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer. Failure to do so may result in your application not being properly considered for the position. Please send a cover letter of interest and current resume outlining your skills and qualifications for the position and include the job positing number: Via email: dscoular@nvcss.ca Fax: 250-567-3939 Mail: Danny Scoular, Program Manager Nechako Valley Community Services Society Box 1249, Vanderhoof, BC VOJ 3A0 Nechako Valley Community Services Society is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce We thank all our applicants, however, only those invited to an interview will be contacted.

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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator 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.

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The District of Vanderhoof is soliciting interest from local contractors who would like to be included on our municipal hired equipment list for the 2012/13 winter season to haul snow, on an as needed basis, from municipal thoroughfares to approved dump sites located within municipal boundaries. Truck requirements: ● Minimum 10 cubic yard box ● Tall side boards consisting of 3/4 inch plywood (minimum) ● Side boards minimum 4 feet above box on off-side The District of Vanderhoof offers blue book rates. Contractors must be available to respond on short notice. Contractors must provide contact numbers where they can be reached 24/7. Please indicate your interest in writing to the following address: DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF 160 Connaught Street PO Box 900 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169 In your written submission, please provide a detailed listing of available equipment and their availability to be placed into operation. Direct all inquiries regarding this Hired Equipment Request to: Attention: Paul R. Carver, Superintendent of Public Works Ian Leslie, Public Works Foreman

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TWO FULL time position available immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. “Dispatch /coordinator”-Applicant must possess automotive mechanical knowledge-strong work ethic, organizational skills and can multi task. “Journeyman Technician” -Applicant must have good attitude, quality workmanship. Both applicants must be able to produce in a fast paced environment. Excellent wage and benefit package. Please send resume: pat@brabymotors.com

VANDERHOOF SPECIALTY WOOD PRODUCTS We have employment opportunities in our Finger Joint, Pellet, and Post Plants. Must be able to work Shift work. No experience required. To apply please fax or email resume to: Vanderhoof Specialty Wood Products Fax: (250) 567-5305 Email: tyee@vswp.com

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Dental clinic seeking a full time receptionist. Tasks include scheduling and conﬁrming appointments, processing patient payments, knowledgeable with computers, prefer experience with dental program; but willing to train right applicant. We are looking for someone with good communication skills, reliable, work well as a team member, friendly and professional disposition a must, be detail oriented with ability to prioritize and multi task. Submit resumes to Nechako Valley Dental Clinic at 240 Stewart Street West in Vanderhoof, or mail to Box 1106, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0.

Winter Plow Truck Operators Required Yellowhead Road and Bridge (YRB) is seeking winter plow truck operators for the Fort St. James and Fraser Lake areas. Interested applicants should send their resume to the Fort St. James and/or Fraser Lake AND a copy to the Vanderhoof ofﬁce. Fax: Fort St. James - 250-996-7727 OR: e-mail: larss@yrb.ca Fax: Fraser Lake - 250-699-6909 OR:e-mail: daves@yrb.ca Fax: Vanderhoof - 250-567-3357 OR email: vanderhoof@yrb.ca Applications available at the all yards. For more info contact the Vanderhoof ofﬁce, located at: 545 Spruce Street. Phone: 567-3114

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Civil Engineering Technologist II District of Kitimat, full time permanent - wage range $36.11 - $43.69, over 2 years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D, and MS Office. Valid BC driver’s licence required. Submit resumes by October 23, 4:30 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca

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Currently seeking highly motivated individual to join our administrative team. Of¿ce Assistant to provide general administrative services. Basic Responsibilities/Quali¿cations may include: • Working knowledge of Microsoft Of¿ce Suite • Working knowledge of basic of¿ce procedures • Ability to work within a team environment as well as independently • Strong communication skills, written and verbal • Strong interpersonal skills We are looking for a career oriented individual to ¿ll this full time position as soon as possible. Salary and bene¿ts will be disclosed upon interview as well as a full description of duties. Please forward resume to tammy.scott@nechako. com, or deliver to Main of¿ce, 1241 Hwy 16 West, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Attention: Of¿ce Manager Deadline: Oct. 22nd, 2012

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Please be advised that the Council of the Village of Fraser Lake will be considering the adoption of the Village of Fraser Lake Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 750, 2012 at the Council Meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 10th, 2012 at 5:00 PM in the Municipal Council Chambers. The property tax exemptions listed below are not new exemptions but under the new Community Charter, Municipal Council must now give notice of the proposed Permissive Tax Exemptions Bylaw No. 750, 2012. These exemptions are for the 2013 taxation year only and are authorized by the following sections of the Community Charter: Section 224(2)(f) permits Council, by bylaw, to grant further tax exemptions to building set aside for public worship and Section 224(2)(i) permits Council, by bylaw, to exempt from taxation land and improvements “owned or held by an athletic or service club or association and used as a public park or recreation ground for public athletic or recreational purposes”. Exempt from taxation for properties under Section 224(2)(f) are all remaining lands not occupied by the building. Exempted from taxation for purposes under Section 224(2)(i) are all lands provided the land is used as a community park. PROPERTIES AND DOLLAR VALUES EXEMPTED Estimated Estimated 2013 Tax 2014 Tax Exemption Exemption a) Anglican Synod, Diocese of Caledonia Lot 148, Plan 5688, District Lot 2011 $182.84 $182.84 Folio 669.00

c) Trustees of the Congregation of the Fraser Lake’s Jehovah Witnesses, Lot 51, Plan 5688, District Lot 2011 Folio 575.001

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$182.84

* Balconies * Landscaped View * Cablevision Available

$177.40

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$127.60

d) Roman Catholic Episcopal Prince Rupert, Lot 18, Plan 5688, District Lot 617, Folio 542.001

$125.27

e) West Fraser Mills Ltd, Lot 167 Plan 5688, District Lot 2011 Folio 681.100

$262.98

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EXECUTIVE HOME 3-4 bedrooms, 3 baths, lg.jacuzzi tub, 5 appliances, surround decks, garage. No smoking, no pets. References please, damage deposit. $1380/mo. ph# 250 567-5666 For Rent Mobile in Spruce Grove Park. 2 bd,1 bath, f/s/ w/d incl,no pets, outside smoker $625 per month. Call 250-962-8818

Townhouses 3/bdrm townhouses in family friendly complex. Close to downtown, schools & park. $695/mth. 250-567-4430

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Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS BRIAN DUNN, Deceased Formerly of Vanderhoof, BC All parties having claims against the said Estate are required to forward particulars of same to the law ﬁrm of WINGHAM LAW CORPORATION, Solicitor for the Personal Representative, at P.O. Box 1489, Vanderhoof, British Columbia, V0J 3A0, on or before the 25th day of November, 2012 after which date the claims ﬁled may be paid without reference to any claims of which the Personal Representative then has no knowledge. Personal Representative, by: CHRISTOPHER K. WINGHAM, Solicitor

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DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTIONS The Council of the District of Vanderhoof intends to adopt District of Vanderhoof Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1122, 2012 at the Council meeting to be held on Monday, October 22, 2012. The following lands and improvements are exempt from taxation for the calendar year 2013 Estimated Estimated 2012 2013 2014 Tax Tax Tax Exemption Exemption Exemption (a) the improvements classiﬁed by the BC Assessment Authority as Class 6 and excluding the land and improvements classiﬁed by the BC Assessment Authority as Class 1, owned and occupied by the Nechako Valley Exhibition, recorded as Folio 3590.020 and legally described as Lot 1, Plan PRP45233, Section 21, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District, exc Bay A (Folio 3590.023), approximately 40 acres. (b) the improvements, leased to and occupied by the Vanderhoof Flying Club, recorded as Folio 3590.010 and legally described as Section 21, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District; portion of Airport, approximately .34 acres. (c) the land and improvements owned and occupied by the Nechako Valley Sporting Association, recorded as Folio 4310.010 and legally described as Block A, Part S/W ¼ Section 13, Township 12, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District, Club House and Shooting Range, approximately 58.1 acres.

Estimated 2015 Tax Exemption

$8,708

$8,883

$9,060

$9,241

$1,655

$1,689

$1,722

$1,757

$1,537

$1,568

$1,599

$1,631

$4,647

$4,740

$4,834

$5,679

$5,792

$5,908

$1,304

$1,330

$1,357

$782

$798

$814

$380

$387

$395

$1,466

$1,496

$1,526

$585

$597

$609

$229

$233

$238

$581

$593

$605

$425

$434

$443

$780

$795

$811

$211

$215

$220

$3,206

$3,270

$3,335

$667

$680

$694

$2,459

$2,508

$2,558

$1,766

$1,802

$1,838

$2,465

$2,514

$2,565

$6,780

$6,916

$7,054

$506

$516

$527

$79

$81

$82

(d) the land and improvements owned by the Vanderhoof Curling Club, recorded as Folio 490.810 and legally described as Lot B, Plan 7339, Section 9, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $4,556 (e) the land and improvements owned by the District of Vanderhoof and occupied by the Vanderhoof & District Chamber of Commerce on behalf of the District of Vanderhoof recorded as Folio 505.600 and legally described as Lot 1, Plan PRP41898, Section 9, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $5,567 (f) the land and improvements owned by the Manse Board of the Presbyterian Church, documented as Folio 274.015 and legally described as Lot 2, Plan 7530, Section 9, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $1,279 (g) the land and improvements owned by the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, documented as Folio 275.000 and legally described as Lots 1 - 3, Block A, Plan 1317, Section 9, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $767 (h) the land and improvements owned by Rodney L. Emel (Trustee), Robert A Matthews (Trustee) and Gary R. Goodwin (Trustee), documented as Folio 482.010 and legally described as Lot A, Plan BCP43814, Section 4, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $372 (i) the land and improvements owned by the Gospel Chapel, documented as Folio 490.663 and legally described as Parcel A, Plan 7586, Section 9, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District, except Plan PRP12827. $1,438 (j) the land and improvements owned by the Anglican Synod Diocese Caledonia, documented as Folio 361.505 and legally described as Lot A, Plan BCP43498, Section 9, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $574 (k) the land and improvements owned by the Trustees of Congregation of Vanderhoof Lutheran Church, documented as Folio 301.501 and legally described as Lots 18 -19, Block 2, Plan 1325, Section 9, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $224 (l) the land and improvements owned by the B C Conference of the Mennonite Brethren Churches, documented as Folio 512.030 and legally described as Lot A, Plan 11460, Section 3, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $570 (m) the land and improvements classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 6 and Class 8 and excluding the land and improvements classified by the BC Assessment Authority as Class 1, owned by the Mennonite Messianic Mission of the E. Pennsylvania Mennonite Church documented as Folio 600.300 and legally described as Lot C, Plan 7033, Section 34, Township 2, Range 04, Coast Range 4 Land District. $417 (n) the land and improvements owned by the B C Corp 7th Day Adventist Church, documented as Folio 600.140 and legally described as Lot 5, Plan 7114, Section 32, Township 2, Range 04, Coast Range 4 Land District. $765 (o) the land and improvements classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 6 and Class 8 but excluding the land and improvements classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 1, owned by the Northside Mennonite Church, documented as Folio 3731.010 and legally described as Lot A, Plan BCP14307, Section 17, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District. $207 (p) the land and improvements owned by the Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship, documented as Folio 3589.010 and legally described as Lot A, Plan PRP 13185, Section 16, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District $3,143 (q) the land and improvements classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 8 owned by the United Pentecostal Church of BC, documented as Folio 600.780 and legally described as Lot 1, Plan 9397, Section 34, Township 2, Range 04, Coast Range 4 Land District. $654 (r) the land classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 6 and Class 8 and excluding the land and improvements classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 1, owned by the Roman Catholic Episcopal Corp., documented as Folio 492.050 and legally described as Lot 2, Plan 11376, Section 09, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District $2,411 (s) the land classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 6 owned by Nechako Christian Fellowship, documented as Folio 3705.001 and legally described as Lot 1, Plan 10291, Section 17, Township 11, Range 05, Coast Range 5 Land District $1,732 (t) the land and improvements classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 1, owned by Omineca Safe Home Society, documented as Folio 215.035 and legally described as Lot 7, Block 5, Plan 4735, Section 9, Township 11, Range 5, Coast Range 5 Land District $2,417 (u) the land classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 6, owned by Omineca Safe Home Society, documented as Folio 215.040 and legally described as Lot 8, Plan 4735, Section 9, Township 11, Range 5, Coast Range 5 Land District. $6,647 (v) the land and improvements classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 1, owned by Ducks Unlimited Canada, documented as Folio 4303.000 and legally described as Part SW1/4, Section 12, Township 12, Range 5, Coast Range 5 Land District, except Plan 3274 and EXC Pl 8097, 10306 and 11237 $496 (w) the land classified by the B.C. Assessment Authority as Class 1, owned by Ducks Unlimited Canada, documented as Folio 4304.000 and legally described as Lots 1 to 3, Plan 3274, Section 12, Township 12, Range 5, Coast Range 5 Land District $78

Joseph D. Ukryn, CGA Administrator/Treasurer

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Project Agriculture introduces students to local job prospects Cameron Ginn Omineca Express Project Agriculture, a four-day work experience opportunity for senior secondary school students, kicked off on September 24 for the 23rd year. More than 30 students from four communities participated in the project, which showcases agriculture as one of the most valuable resources in the district, and affords students a chance to experience related occupations through hands-on activities and interactive workshops. Over four days, students were exposed to the many aspects of the agricultural sector in the Nechako Valley, the second largest producer of forage in B.C. The project, organized by the Career and Trades Programs in School District #91, was made possible by a long list of community partners who contributed resources, equipment and instructors. “They have really bought into the concept,” program coordinator Darren Carpenter said of the community partners. “None of it could have happened without their participation.” The project’s “whole undercutting vision” is to enlighten students of the different agricultural job opportunities and careers that exist in Vanderhoof and the surrounding area, said Carpenter. “Sometimes, finding out that that’s not for me is just as powerful as that is for me,” he said.