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7.7 quake gives Smithers a shake By Percy N. Hébert Smithers/Interior News

Saturday, Oct. 27, residents of the Bulkley Valley, including Smithers were given a bit of a shake as a magnitude 7.7 earthquake hit the southwest coast of Haida Gwaii. Buildings from Prince Rupert through to Prince George and south to Quesnel and Williams Lake shook as the earthquake, who’s epicentre was about 139 km south of Old Masset on Haida Gwaii, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, at a depth of 17 kilometres. There are no reports of significant damage, related to the earthquake, on Haida Gwaii or elsewhere. Lucas Groves, was working at Season’s in the Valley when the earthquake hit. “The chandeliers were going back and forth,” he said. “The chefs were wondering what was happening.” Danae Harding, was gathering groceries at Safeway when the temblor began. “The shelves were swaying back and forth,” Harding said. “I thought someone was trying to push the shelves over, then I saw the

signs swinging. “Everyone just went and stood in the main part at the front, we all had big eyes.” The West Coast and Alaska Tsunami Warning Center issued a tsunami warning for a region spanning northern Vancouver Island north to Juneau, Alaska and west to Hawaii. The tsunami warning was downgraded to an advisory and then eventually called off Sunday at around 3:30 a.m. Earthquakes Canada, a branch of Natural Resources Canada, recorded many aftershocks in the hours following the earthquake. More than 40 aftershocks were recorded, with a magnitude of 4 or more, the largest a 6.6 magnitude aftershock at about 11:50 a.m. on Sunday. Saturday’s earthquake came just nine days after ShakeOut BC’s Drop, Cover, and Hold On day to promote earthquake safety. Saturday’s earthquake is the second largest in the region after a magnitude 8.1 earthquake off the coast of Haida Gwaii in 1949, according to the United States Geological Survey.

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N EWS TransCanada brings Gaslink update to Smithers By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News

Smithers council heard a delegation last week regarding TransCanada’s Coastal Gaslink Pipeline project and discussed implementing new guidelines for landscape development. TransCanada is travelling through the northwest holding public consultations about the proposed natural gas pipeline, hoping to gain public support in the early planning stages of the project. “The format we use for the open houses are pretty informal,” Howard Backus, engineering manager of the Coastal Gaslink Pipeline project said. “It gives us a chance to explain a little bit more about the project and it gives the public a chance to ask us questions about the project.”

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“Through that we can gather some good feedback and use that to develop our project moving forward.” Although the public information session was poorly attended, Backus wasn’t concerned about the turnout and noted interest for the project varies from one community to the next. Backus added, the objective of the night was just to update council on the status of the project. “We’ve been holding public information sessions along the route to introduce the project to residents, communities, stakeholders, aboriginal groups,” Backus said. “The format we use for the open houses are pretty informal. It gives us a chance to explain a little bit more about the project and it gives the public a chance to ask us questions about the

project. Through that we can gather some good feedback and use that to develop our project moving forward.” The Gaslink pipeline is just one of many proposed pipelines to cross the northwest corridor to the central coast of B.C. Like proposed pipelines it has the tendency to cause skepticism among communities along the route, which prompted Mayor Taylor Bachrach to ask the delegation about their approach to obtaining social license from communities that will be affected by the pipeline. Although it’s still in the very early stages of development, Bachrach said he appreciated TransCanada engaging the community this early in the process. “I think people in general are a bit apprehensive about

pipeline proposals,” Bachrach said. “This one is in the early stages of project development and planning.” “Really it comes down to whether they’re able to meet the requirements of the government assessment process and whether their able to obtain social license from communities and first nations.” “That requires a greater level of detail then what we’ve received so far,” he said. Council also heard another delegation from HB Lanarc’s Landscape and Urban designer, Kate Evans regarding changes to Smithers’ character form guidelines for landscaping. Definition of current landscaping guidelines are very broad and largely leave it up to the developer to design and layout landscapes. The aim for council

moving froward is to bring some clarity to those guidelines and keep some kind of landscape uniformity throughout Smithers. “In moving forward we’re at a draft version of the guidelines so the expectation in coming to council today is there would be discussion and revisions to that document,” Evans said. Although the document submitted was extensive, council was hesitant to adopt it in it’s current form and felt it might make things more complicated. That prompted them to move forward with community consultation to address some of the concerns expressed by council. See COUNCIL on P. A5

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independent study has declared it as safe with measures that exceed national and international regulatory requirements. I’m from Prince George. Thankfully, we no longer have a one-industry economy here in B.C.’s North, but I’m sure many of us remember those uncertain days in the job market. Establishing the Gateway terminal at Kitimat, and linking Canada’s energy supply to the Pacific Rim, would continue the diversification of our region’s economy. That means job security and prosperity. It means a better future for B.C.’s North.

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Village of Telkwa Council had a busy agenda last week, including an informal request to extend fire protection service to Round Lake. “We were approached by the Round Lake fire protection group,” Telkwa Volunteer Fire Department Chief, Corey Kortmeyer said. Kortmeyer advised council the logistics of providing the service to Round Lake were feasible, especially if a dry hydrant is installed in the lake. Nonetheless, council was disappointed the request for the service did not come directly to them. Before any decision is taken on the matter, council agreed additional information was required, especially what kind of financial support would be available to the village to cover any expenses associated with providing fire protection service to at least part of Round Lake. “Before we ask the fire department to pursue this matter any further, I feel their should be a formal request,” councillor Rimas Zitkauskas said. “There’s obviously additional costs to extend-

ing service to Round Lake, what is the regional district going to offer to cover those costs.?” councillor Rick Fuerst asked. Council also discussed the ramifications of Greyhound Buslines Ltd. reducing their service along Highway 16. The “I have a problem with this,” councillor John McDevitt said of a proposed letter to the government of B.C. requesting they do not grant Greyhound’s request to reduce their services. “We’re telling a private company how to run their business. “If they ain’t making any money, what do they do, keep going until they’re broke? “I don’t think so.” That sentiment was shared by most council members, although Zitkauskas felt efforts should be made to wards maintaining the current level of service in one form or another. Zitkauskas explained to council the letter did not suggest Greyhound should be forced to operate at a loss, but rather was a request of government to find a solution. “It’s more of a statement from our community saying we need to have viable transportation options and a reduction in service would be detrimental to our residents and businesses,” Zitkauskas said.

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N EWS Pilot project to showcase proposed landscaping guidelines for Smithers COUNCIL from p. A3 However, not before they approved a pilot project to be conducted in a public parking space next to the One Sky building on Second Ave. An opportunity, Evens said, for people to see a real life example of what the new guidelines could mean for the rest of Smithers. “In a lot of ways when you can see what you’re talking about that often really cuts to the chase of the discussion so it’s a great opportunity and council seemed to feel better about a defined scope for the pilot project,” Evens said. Although council wants to see more people involved in the conversation before the guidelines are in place, Bachrach sees the pilot project as a unique opportunity to showcase the possible outcome of implementing uniformed landscape

guidelines for the community. “I really think it’s an attractive plan,” Bachrach said. “I think it’s an opportunity to showcase some different landscaping that we might not see in the downtown core.” “Ultimately to give people a sense of the kind of landscaping we see being done under these new guidelines.” The pilot project will consist of several perennial plant species as well as trees and boulders to accent the northern climate and will begin construction in the spring. Council also addressed an issue with a house constructed at Watson’s Landing that was 1.7 metres from where it should have been, following a survey for a certificate of location. Developer, Tim Tchida said there’s an easy solution to what is

essentially a procedural problem and hopes to work with council and other developers to find a solution that works to avoid similar situations in the future. “I think to find a solution we can do a footings inspection and then once poured we can survey it and give a certificate of location,” Tchida said. “At that time, if an error is made, it’s easy to put a stop work against it to have the footings moved or to have a variance at that point.” Although council approved a variance permit for the building it did give them an opportunity to discuss the issue and consider possible changes to the process that would help keep these would be expensive errors from happening. “Some concern was brought up that we seem to see these kinds of errors cropping up more frequently then

Smithers council issued a variance permit after a survey of a house at Watson’s Landing found the house was 1.7 metres from where it should have been. Dan Mesec photo

we’d like to see,” Bachrach said. “There was some discussion as to how council and staff can implement checks and balances earlier in the process so we can bring

projects into compliance earlier so there isn’t this financial outlay on the developer. In this case I think it was simply an error that wasn’t caught and there aren’t very many

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ecrets, they can be delicious, especially when they involve an act of charity, good will, or even presents at Christmas. Secrets can also be deleterious. Relationships, the good ones, be they between life-partners, parents and their children, friends, or governments and the governed tend to have a strong and open communication component. Recent evidence suggests secrecy is becoming the norm in our political systems, even at the local level. For instance, the current proposal from the federal government to establish a Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA) with China. Given the size of China’s economy, this is a big deal. The announcement of the impending agreement, however, wasn’t made on Parliament Hill, in the House of Commons, in Canada, or in China. No, Prime Minister Stephen Harper made the announcement in Russia when few people were paying attention. If you’re proud of something, shouldn’t you make the announcement in front of as many people as possible, in front of the people who are going to benefit most from the announcement? Closer to home, The Interior News learned on the weekend that the Office of the Wet’suwet’en signed an agreement with Pacific Trails Pipeline Ltd. Yes, the very same Wet’suwet’en who’ve been rallying against PTP and other pipeline development projects. The confidentiality agreement was signed by Debbie Pierre, executive director of the Office of the Wet’suwet’en, without consultation of the chiefs or band members. Again, if the agreement was in the best interests of the Wet’suwet’en, then why the cloak and dagger of confidentiality and lack of consulation? Money is the lipstick of secrecy. Percy N. Hébert/Interior News

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nother reminder of the wide base of people in Stikine who don’t view the Enbridge pipeline proposal as responsible development was evident last week with the large turn-out for the Defend Our Coast rallies at my MLA offices in Smithers and Hazelton. First Nations and non-First Nations, old and young, men and women, linked arms in front of the two offices to demonstrate unity in their opposition to the proposed bitumen oil pipeline and associated oil supertanker traffic. We in the Official

Opposition are firm in our position on the Enbridge proposal. In a detailed, 11-page letter to the National Energy Board panel reviewing the project, we stated clearly Enbridge’s proposal shouldn’t be approved as the risks to B.C.’s environment far outweigh the benefits. Following a similar rally last week on the lawn of the legislature in Victoria, attracting thousands of people, Premier Clark was asked about her position on the project. She was unable to articulate a clear ‘no’ and still considers the option that if she can shake down Alberta for enough money

GUEST VIEW Doug Donaldson then Enbridge could be a go. We need rational, serious, B.C.based approaches to reviewing large development projects in this province where BC voices have an equal seat at the table so risks and benefits, including social,

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environmental and economic, can be evaluated fully. But the current government can’t even get the economic judgment right. The latest example is jobs for B.C.ers in mining. Our government knew about a provincial training gap four years ago for underground mining skills, reinforced a year ago in a meeting with a Chinese mining company. They didn’t address the training issue and the result is an announcement this month the mining company is importing 200 foreign workers for an underground mining project near

Tumbler Ridge. Definitely not what most people think this government meant by a jobs plan. Every major resource project has an impact on the environment. In some instances, like Enbridge, the risks outweigh the benefits. In others, like a responsible mine development, risks associated with mitigating environmental damage can be outweighed by acquiring social license, an important part of which is local jobs. Right now the provincial government is failing in evaluating on both fronts.

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Online poll results DO YOU BELIEVE THE RECENT PROTESTS AGAINST THE NORTHERN GATEWAY PIPELINE AND OFFSHORE OIL EXPLORATION WILL HAVE ANY INFLUENCE ON GOVERNMENT DECISIONS??

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“I hope so, because there’s a lot of people against it.”

“No. I’m from oil country and there’s no way the average person is going to influence government.”

“The protesting’s going to slow down the process, but it’s really unclear whether it’s going to happen anyway.”

“I hope so, but I doubt it. Government will do what they normally do and go ahead with it no matter what.”

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Give sidewalks to cyclists Editor: (re: Bike task force prepares to submit finding, Interior News Oct. 10, 2012) It was with some interest I read the article about making Smithers a more bicycle friendly community. With that in mind I’d like to make a few suggestions. My ideas are based on my experiences with the present Town of Smithers by-laws regarding bicycle traffic on Main Street, or to be more specific, the sidewalks of Main Street between Highway 16 and Alfred Avenue. First, since there is obviously no intent by the town to enforce its own no bicycle or board riding by-law

on these sidewalks, and since the cyclists and boarders have long since accepted the adage, a sin oft ignored is a sin accepted, we need to recognize riding and boarding on the aforementioned sidewalk has the blessing of the town. This ignores the need by the town, the bikers and the boarders to provide a safe corridor for pedestrians, but apparently pedestrians don’t count anyway. Second, since this practice often places pedestrians at great risk, the obvious response is to move the pedestrians on to the roadway, reserving the sidewalks for bikers and boarders (and people who want to let their dogs evacuate their bladders and bowels,

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– but that’s a different problem). This plan will necessitate closing the roadway to vehicular traffic, but that only makes this thoroughfare more biker and boarder friendly, and cars can be restricted to side streets and alleyways. The exercise gained by then walking to and along Main Street will be a health benefit we are now overlooking. Finally, in order to advise bikers and

boarders where they might legally ride, take the present restrictive signs from the Main Street sidewalks and place them along those routes. Problem(s) solved. Bob Haslett Smithers

Too many pipelines Editor: Oct. 17 The Terrace Standard reported

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Coastal Gas Link Pipeline Ltd. wants to build a natural gas pipeline from the Dawson Creek area to an LNG facility in Kitimat. The fourth LNG plant announced for Kitimat. A week earlier another company announced it wanted to build an LNG plant in Prince Rupert with its natural gas pipeline being located in the Nass Valley. This is a second LNG plant proposed

for Prince Rupert. Pacific Trails Pipelines ltd. has received a permit to construct a natural gas pipeline from Summit Lake to an LNG plant at Bish Cove. Three or more new natural gas pipelines plus the PNG line could end in Kitimat. Three would traverse the Morice River watershed and snake their way through the Burnie Pass, then along the Kitimat River to Kitimat. Approving the Enbridge pipelines would add two more lines along that route. The existing PNG line follows the Telkwa River through to the Zymoetz River and onto Terrace where it branch’s off to Kitimat and Prince Rupert.

Much wild and pristine land will be chewed up and thousands of streams crossed. The mountainous terrain, narrow river valleys, highways and other development leaves little room for pipelines forcing them to be close to each other. The Northern Branch of the Steelhead Society is questioning the lack of planning by the B.C. government. A stampede of investment and development has been created threatening the world renowned river recreational fishery that bases its bounty and international status upon the health of the Skeena River, the second largest salmon producing river in BC. See PIPES on p. A9

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6X6 A HIT! The Smithers Art gallery once again hosted a near sell out show Friday night during their single largest fundraiser of the year. Art work cam in from all over the world, including the Bulkley Valley, the U.S., Germany and the U.K. Dan Mesec photo

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The walls of the Smithers Art Gallery were plastered with dazzling displays of art and craftsmanship last week, hosting their annual 6X6 fundraising exhibition. Pieces came in from all over the Bulkley Valley as well as the Lower Mainland but few galleries in the north can safely say they are internationally renown, attracting pieces from the U.S. as well as Germany and the U.K. “There are close to 200 people who came through the gallery, which is pretty phenomenal,” gallery curator, Caroline Bastable said.

“Last year we were a sell out, I don’t know if we’ll be a sell out this year because we’ve had far more art work submitted this time.” More than 275 pieces were submitted, more than previous years, which has brought wide spread attention to the annual 6X6 show. “People heard about it, they happened to be in Smithers over the summer and saw our posters promoting it, came in and picked up some panels and then sent them in by post. We are now an international gallery,” Bastable siad. “People are even tracking their pieces on Facebook to see what they sell for.” The show has become so popular

that last year’s sell out far exceeded the art galleries expectations, raising $8,000 for the gallery’s operation budget. “All the artists donate their pieces for sale to raise money for the gallery, so it’s a huge community event,” Bastable said. Although the last two years the gallery has run the 6X6 show have been extremely successful there is still room for change, Bastable said. “We’ll probably shake it up next time we do one, have a different format or maybe a thematic one, it seems to be hugely popular just like this so we might not even mess with it,” she said. Still, Bastable

stressed that events like these are extremely tough to organize and said it truly shows what kind of community you live in when everyone pitches in to ensure the future of cultural establishments such as the Smithers Art Gallery. “The gallery is extremely grateful to all the artists who submitted work,” Bastable said. “Everybody puts their heart and soul into their piece whether they’re first time artists or professional, they donate it to the gallery so all the profits go straight to us and that’s a pretty awesome thing. If people didn’t participate there would be no 6X6 auction.”

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The Smithers Recycling Depot is about to get a lot swankier, once they install their new state-of-the-art bailer, after shutting down operations this week for instillation. “We bought this bailer eight years ago, so far it’s held on, but now we’re upgrading and modernizing to speed the whole process up quite a bit,” depot manager, Art Mortinsen said. After years of maintaining their current bailer, which is a third the size of the new one, patching it up whenever possible, the depot decided it was time for an upgrade. Last year the provincial government announced that by 2014 all packaging disposed throughout the province would have to go to a recycling facility prompting the depot to prepare for the increase in materials.

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“The government has legislated that all packaging has to be recycled by 2014,” Mortinsen said. “So that’s going to mean a major influx of material through here.” The new bailer is going to have a much larger capacity than current operations and will be fully automated, equipped with an automatic strapper to cut down on labour. Although the size of the bails will be

smaller it will be able to produce them in almost half the time. Using a combination of financing, including funds from the Gas Tax Refund and the Regional DIstrict, the recycling depot gained a lot of support to upgrade the facilities capacity and output. However, when asked if it was going to have a major impact for majority of their customers Mortinsen said it won’t have a

huge impact on the general public. “The issue is we get loads of cardboard from Waste Management, West Bin and some of the big stores in the area and we can process that faster so it leaves things open for the general public to bring their product in easier and speed things up a lot.” The Smithers Recycling Depot will resume full operations on Monday.

Pharmasave will be offering flu vaccines – free of charge for anyone that is eligible. This includes: • People with chronic medical conditions (i.e. asthma, heart conditions, immune disease, diabetes) • Health care workers • Family members/household contacts of the above people. Flu clinics will be available: • By appointment only from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 29; Wednesday, Oct. 31st. and Wednesday Nov. 7th. • Or Drop in times are available from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 19th and Monday, Nov. 26th. If these times are not convenient, please call and we will try to accommodate you.

Government must consider all costs of pipelines PIPES from A7 No one from government talks about these special sport fisheries or appears to care if they and the largest population of wild steelhead in North America and possibly the world are going to be affected in a negative way. We are not opposed to the construction of LNG plants but why so many within such a short time frame, with so many implications? The plants will use a vast amount of electrical energy. The total electrical output from the yet approved Site C Dam on the Peace River could be consumed by the LNG production

in Kitimat. Is this a wise use of electrical power? The future supply of natural gas for Canadians, the second coldest country on earth is going to be compromised. This gas will be required for home and business heating 50 and 100 years from now? Has any thought been given how long the gas will last as result of the export to Asian countries? Strange that few years ago there was a shortage of this cleanest fossil fuel now there is a huge surplus. Has the controversial use of hydraulic fracturing tapping the so called

vast underground layers of gas turned the tables? Many more questions should be asked. Natural gas is a finite resource that someday will be totally consumed. Would a more conservative approach make more sense, rather than trying to sell vast quantities as quickly as possible? It time to talk about the fragmentation of narrow river valleys and the environmental impact. The provincial government must take a leadership role and limit the level of activity and frenzy and begin an open public discussion on

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Local men will be showing more than a little leg, when the second sold-out Mz. Judged pageant begins, Nov. 17 at the Hudson Bay Lodge. Men compete to be the belle of the ball to raise money and awareness for a worthy cause, counselling and support for men involved in violence against women. Normally the men competing in this uproarious affair go about their daily business in jeans and t-shirts, but what would be the fun in that, says former judge of the pageant, Caroline Marko a.k.a. Mz. Ivanna Humpalot. “I’ve never laughed so hard, in so long,” Marko said. “I had a migraine because the corners of my mouth were fixed to my temples.” A few honourable mentions from Marko were Chris Luther, Grant Harris and Dave Percy, but the highlight for her was the first on stage. “Oh my God, Dr. Haskins doing, ‘All the single ladies’ was amazing,” she said. “He really set the tone for the rest of the guys with the black swimsuit, the moves, the big, curly red wig.” The most important thing for contestants to remember is to just have fun, Marko said. “Just do it,” she said. “The

smaller the town, the bigger the hair.” The Mz. Judged idea was brought to the Bulkley Valley by Bonnie McCreary, Hudson Bay Lodge manager, after attending a similar show in Prince Rupert. “One of the things about this event that we’re all kinda shocked about is that it sells out immediately,” McCreary said. “Nothing even comes close to Mz. Judged in popularity in this town.” She feels events like this should happen more often. “We don’t laugh enough,” McCreary said. “The guys just ham it up and people are brought to tears from laughter.” The light-hearted event raised over $25,000 for men’s support and counselling last time. The proceeds from this year’s event go directly to the Northern Society for Domestic Peace’s (NSDP) men’s help program called the Domestic Peace Project (DPP). Neither the B.C. nor the Canadian government currently subsidize programming for men’s counselling regarding domestic violence. “There’s only funding for men once they’re charged for a crime through the corrections system,” Carol Seychuk, NSDP executive

director, said. Funds raised will help to train staff, gather resources and provide for the volunteer aspect of the DPP. “Our goal is to provide a yearround program for men who need support,” Seychuk said. “We’re looking at working with the courts to provide a better response to domestic violence and all of our services will be tied into that.” The White Ribbon Campaign (WRC), originating in Ontario in 1991, is what Mz. Judged and other events like it are part of and occurs worldwide, each November. Wearing the white ribbon signifies a pledge to never commit, condone or remain silent about violence against women and girls, according to the WRC website. Those hoping to attend the event are as serious as the reason for Mz. Judged. “I know of someone who said they were renting a room at the lodge, so they could be first in line for tickets,” Marko said. There are more than a few people that are upset over the fact that tickets sold-out in 15 minutes, but organizers are working on a plan to allow more people to see the event. A live-stream video to the Fireside Lounge is being investigated for the evening with an applicable cover charge, but that is very tentative. For more information got to www. whiteribbon.ca.

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ovember 1 – 7 is National Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week and Laura MacKay, mother of a Down’s Syndrome child has a clear message, “I want people to see her ability, not her disability,” Laura MacKay said. “I want people to be aware that they’re not just disabled people. “They’re contributing members of society and they’re beautiful, inside and out.” Raising awareness, MacKay said, is her way of giving back to a community of doctors, nurses and friends that have helped her along her journey. MacKay admits attitudes towards children with disabilities haver improved, but she wants to make sure the positive attitude doesn’t loose ground. For MacKay, the journey to raising a child with Down’s Syndrome has come with it’s own share of obstacles most parents don’t have to deal with. She was 28 weeks pregnant when she was told she was carrying a child with Down’s Syndrome who would need open heart surgery. “It was devastating,” MacKay said, admitting coming to grips with diagnosis was a challenge. Despite the news, and advice from medical professionals associated with the women’s hospital in Vancouver to consider going to the U.S. for a late-term abortion, MacKay opted to have her baby. “I didn’t know I wanted a baby with Down’s Syndrome until I had her,” MacKay said. Mackay later returned to those same medical professionals and suggested their approach needed to change. “They need to tip-toe around to see how people feel about abortion first,”

Laura MacKay is all smiles enjoying a lazy morning with daughter Emma Gilbert, 15 months. MacKay said. “Counselling and adoption should be offered as initial options. “Don’t just offer termination. “Every baby deserves a chance.” The diagnosis also brought worries for MacKay, worries that Emma would fit in and would be a happy child, to do all of

the things children and youths do. “That was the biggest fear, we want her to be included and happy.” The birth of Emma, despite the heart surgery, which was successful, brought out the best in friends and family. MacKay said she also receives support from an incredible group of parents in the

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Mountain Poetry at the Smithers Art Gallery Tuesday, Oct. 30 to Wednesday, Nov. 21. Mark Tworow’s oil paintings with mountain-themed poems by local poets. Gallery hours: Tues-Sat, 12-4 p.m. 250-847-3898; info@smithersart.org; www.smithersart.org. Health Fair at the Healthy Living Center hosted by Northern Health Nov. 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Flu vaccine, blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol checked. Refreshments are provided. 250-877-4410. Mountain Poetry Opening Reception and Poetry Reading Friday, Nov. 2, 7-9 p.m. at the Smithers Art Gallery. Mark Tworow’s oil paintings with mountainthemed poems by local poets. (250)847-3898, info@ smithersart.org, www.smithersart.org. Smithers Ski Club Annual Ski & Gear Swap Saturday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to noon at Walnut Park. Drop off is Friday, Nov. 2, 6-8 p.m. Admission is $1, children

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Bantam Storm rock Terrace in last minute win By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News

Smithers’ Bantam Storm captured a last minute win over Terrace last weekend, closing the gap between the two rivals and improving their record to 3-2. Storm head coach, Don Peterson said although the team had a rough start, drawing two penalties and getting down 2-0 by the end of the first, they we’re able to battle back and pull one out late in the game. “We battled back again and again, got a goal off a face off late in the third and then the last 10 seconds socred another one on a two-on-one and we pulled it off,” he said. The Storm were able to tie it up in the second but half way through the third, Terrace took the lead 3-2, holding off the Storm offensive to the final moments of the game. With four minutes left to play, the Storm drew a face-off

in Terrace territory. Right off the drop of the puck Smithers scored, tying the game at three a piece. Then, with under ten minutes to go in the third, the Storm plowed through Terrace and on a two-onone buried the puck and edged Terrace 4-3. Despite having a number of key players unfamiliar to the speed and intensity of bantam play, Peterson said getting all their players ice time in a game situation is key to developing into that higher level of hockey. “One thing we found was the speed of the game changes for the players coming up,” Peterson said. “So we’ve really been working on upping the speed of our decisions. It’s hard to do that in practice so we like to play everyone we can in games.” Storm captain, Mitch Turko, said one of their advantages this year however, is their size and said if they can keep

Smithers Bantam Storm attack the Terrace Bears during game action at the Smithers Civic Arena last weekend.

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being physical every time they touch the ice, they have a good chance at making it to provincials. “We need to play physical, just keep that up and score. We have to keep shooting at the net and it will turn out fine,” Turko

said. “We’re a big team so definitely need to be physical, and we just have to make lots of shots and lots of traffic and just play our game, that’s what’s going to make the difference right there.”

Despite having yet to face Kitimat or Prince Rupert, who typically have some of the strongest teams in the northwest, Peterson said Terrace will probably their toughest challenge this season. “Terrance will be

our toughest competition, we’ve been battling with Terrace the past several years and they will be a battle again as we’ve seen here tonight,” Peterson explained. “I think we just have to make it happen. Every time we

come out we need to be physical and work hard, I think if we do that we’ll do all right. Whichever team comes out of the zone, they’re going to stand a good chance at provincials but the battle will be to get out of the zone.”

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Sports BVCS and SSS Sr. Girls Volleyball spike it hard By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News

Sr. girls volleyball was front and centre last weekend at Smithers Secondary school, as the season inches closer to zone finals in early November. “We did really well,” Smithers Secondary coach, Brittany Brooke said. “We executed everything we discussed before the game and that was our goal, to beat Terrace, they’re our biggest competitor in the zone and I thought we did very well.” The Gryphons have become one of the strongest teams in the northwest zone and are well on their way to being successful at zones, if they can stay ahead of the pack. After beating Terrace in three sets the girls felt good about their position in the zone and are feeling optimistic about provincials. “Our main goal at the beginning of the season was to beat out zone competitors and make it to provincials,” Brooke said. “The girls need

more confidence, their skill level is good, they just need to keep working and moving forward.” The Gryphons also beat out another northwest rival, Prince Rupert in two straight sets, 25-11 and 25-23, but captain Sonja Worsfold said the team still needs to work on their confidence. “I think we really need to focus and believe we have confidence and we can do it,” Worsford said. “If we get down on ourselves we can’t really get anywhere. We have to know that we can beat them and just play our best to win.” The BVCS Royals were also battling it out on the courts in preparation for zones, however adapting to a new serve and receive format proved to be a bit of a learning curve. Although they lost in three sets to Charles Hays, the day was productive according to head coach, John Swansen. “It was a great opportunity to get lots of girls into the game to get experience with some new

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serve and receive formations we’re trying and they did really well,” Swansen said. “The key thing for us right now is just our hitting and getting better attacks.” “The setting has been fantastic all year, we just have to work on our spike approach and making sure we get that timing to make a good attack on the other team.” The Royals have a full roaster of 14 players, most of which are second

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“I think it’s always going to come down to passing” he said. “We have good sets but if we can get good passes and our timing down for our spikes and attack confidently, then we can put pressure on the other team, but passing is always the most important thing.”

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PURPOSE: Bylaw No. 1702 is to create a definition for “microbrewery” and to amend the Town Centre Commercial (C-1), Downtown Commercial (C-1A), Service Commercial (C-3) and Tourist Commercial (C-4) zones by adding “microbrewery” as a permitted principal use. This amendment would apply to all C-1, C-1A, C-3 and C-4 zoned property.

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Scrabble Night at the Library, every 1st, 2nd, and 4th Wednesday at 7pm, everyone is welcome. Drop in fee of $2.00. Mother Goose and Story Time for children are in full swing but there is still room available, call the library for more information. On Friday, Nov. 23rd we start a new Teen Book Club featuring The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien.

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Smithers Saltos’ own, Kathleen Gourlay was honoured by Gymnastics BC last week for her work in developing young talent and her continued commitment to the sport of gymnastics. “It’s inspiring and great recognition for the club as a whole and myself,” Gourlay said. Although her days of competition may be over, her passion and love for gymnastics has pushed her to developing the next generation of great gymnasts. Watching the progression of her athletes is what excites Gourlay about gymnastics, and said there’s no greater feeling than seeing her gymnasts succeed. “I really love the progress of gymnastics,” Gourlay said. “You can start from a really young age and it’s exciting to see the kids grow and change and develop into their skills.” Gourlay has coached with Saltos for five years and will be taking on the Gymstart program this year, coaching over 30 kids including her competitive group that will be compet-

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Enter your Ali Sunderland, Director of Operations for ProMOTION Plus awards Smithers Saltos’ Kathleen Gourlay the 2012 ProMotion Plus Emerging Gymnastic Leader of the Year. Submitted photo

ing at competitions in the up coming season. But for Gourlay coaching gymnastics has never been just a way to pay the bills, it’s a lifestyle, one that she said will always be part of her life. “I have always found coaching is more of a lifestyle, it’s not, ‘oh... I have to go to work,’ it’s fun, I’m always pumped to go to work,” Goulay said. When the letter came in that she had been selected for the award, Gourlay said she had no idea she was being considered and was taken completely off guard. “I was so excited,”

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she said. “I got the letter in the mail and my dad opened it up for me, and read it out while I was on the phone with him. I was just overwhelmed, I was so excited, it was pretty emotional.” When Gourlay was honoured at a gala in Vancouver last week, she said it was a humbling experience, as they read off her accomplishments and the reasons for being selected as the ProMotion Plus Emerging Gymnastic Leader of the Year. “It was great. It made me feel like I’m apart of something really great,” Gourlay said. Noting that her

athletes are the reason why she loves coming to work every morning, Gourlay said she hopes that seeing an award like this so close to home will show her kids what’s possible if you work hard and dedicate completely to being more than you are. “I think the kids see someone they work with everyday being recognized in B.C. and I think it makes them feel apart of something big,” she said. “Gymnastics B.C. is a big community, every club plays such a huge part in the process of gymnastics and keeping the dream alive.”

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Whats in a name? 25 years of Success! Where do you go in Smithers when you need that odd size of battery or obscure electronic doo-dad that no one seems to have? For 25 years now people have gone to Don and Janice Malkow’s store on Main Street. November of 1987 they opened up at 1211 Main Street as RadioShack. The store was small, only 850 square feet with a non-existent back room! Many mornings you would have to reach over towering boxes of freight to find that part that you were looking for. Things have changed. They moved to their new location, right next door in the summer of 2000 expanding to 1650 square feet. Originally they sold large, awkward satellite dishes and expensive computers. They stocked a huge variety

of parts and pieces, even carrying a great line of cookware! The RadioShack name was taken over by The Source by Circuit City and then shortened to just The Source. Two and a half years ago Don and Janice made the decision to become an independent store and it is now known as Glacier View Satellite Ltd. They promise that name is here to stay. But time moves on, and Glacier View Satellite has progressed too. The

cookware is gone as are the large satellite dishes, but you can still find that odd size of battery. What has not changed over the last 25 years is the quality of service the Malkows show all their customers, and the loyalty those customers show in turn to the Malkows. We live in the beautiful Bulkley Valley, and Glacier View Satellite is proud to be a successful contributing member to all of its communities.

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Community Smithers homeless brace for cold months ahead By Dan Mesec Smithers / Interior News

Dozens of people gathered on the corner of Highway 16 and Queen St. to hold a camp out during Homelessness Action Week. The camp out was established to give people a glimpse into the struggles and tribulations homeless people face everyday, especially in the cold, northern climate of Smithers. “Last year wasn’t much of a turnout but this year it’s such an amazing turnout I’m really happy to see everyone out here,” organizer and manager of the Broadway Place Emergency Shelter, Pauline Takema said. “We’re here because we want to make sure the community is aware that homelessness is an issue here and we’re all part of the solution.” But for people like Leonard Joseph, sleeping under a tree, even in the dead of winter is just reality. Joseph said he hoped that those camping out will get an idea of what it’s like to live on the street, if only for one night. “I’m homeless and this is something that will help other people see the way we live,” he said about the camp out. “I’m here to represent my feelings about this. I want people to understand the way we live, when you have no home. My camp is right over there, I live in the bush and I want people to understand that.” Last week the Interior News reported Broadway Place emergency shelter receives more than 1,500 drop ins a month, up from 250 a month in 2009. Clearly an indication that homelessness is a growing issue in Smithers, despite the tireless work by social orga-

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Faith Matters Dozens gathered on Highway 16 for a Homelessness Action Week camp out to show their support for homeless in Smithers. Dan Mesec photo

nizations, there are still many without a place to call home. “This is a very important issue in our community and in most other communities,” Mayor Taylor Bachrach said. “Seeing all the people out here shows us people in Smithers support working together to find a solution to the housing challenge that we have and until we do we’re going to have homelessness in our community.” With two supportive housing initiatives being spearheaded by organization in Smithers, such as the proposed Herway House project, initiated by the Northern Society for Domestic Peace as well as the Smithers Action Group’s proposed supportive living project, there is clearly a great need for low income housing in Smithers. Although council has signed off on numerous housing project this year that propose new single family dwellings as well as high-cost rental and condo units, there has been little in the way of

low-income housing. An issue Bachrach is hearing more and more about from constituents. “What I’m hearing from people is that there is a need in our commu-

nity for low-income housing as well as rentals,” Bachrach said. “It’s not a simple challenge to address and we need to work with other levels of govern-

In remembrance of our fallen, our Vetrans, our Servicemen and Women you are invited to an evening of classical music “A Walk to Remember” performed by Roxanne Dykstra on Viola. Taking place in the Old Church at 2nd & King Sunday November 11th from 7: 00pm. Refreshements will be available . Admission by donation at the door.

ment and groups in our community to find a solutions that works.” “There’s no easy fix, but what I’ve see at council is people are committed to finding a solution.”

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Trick or treats! This is what you will hear at your front door tonight. Yet, if we study the origin of Halloween, we will actually find out that it has some Christian origin from the observance of November 1st as All Saints’ Day and November 2nd as All Souls’ Day. Burying the dead and honoring them comes to mind. When a person dies, we strive to respect the wishes of the deceased as written in their will. Some opt to be buried with a casket under the ground and others choose to be cremated. All faith traditions gather together to offer prayers and celebrate the life of the deceased as good and commendable practices. Bearing this in mind, it is best to bury the remains in the cemetery. I find it difficult when the ashes of the person who has died are scattered on the ground, thrown to

the air, and even worse distributed into small containers amongst family members and kept inside their respective homes. In my own opinion, the cemetery is for the dead; homes are for the living. In the Church’s position, we should give the same dignity to the ashes as we would give to the body. Our own Church tradition states: “…the Church has followed the practice of burial or entombment after the manner of Christ’s own burial. This expresses respect for the human body…earnestly recommends that the pious custom of burial be retained; but it does not forbid cremation, unless this is chosen for reasons which are contrary to Christian teaching.’ Cremated remains should never be scattered. Placed in a worthy container, they should be buried in a grave or inurned in a columbarium niche...”

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resuscitate orders, or DNR. For many family members it is an unthinkable scenario to sign such a declaration for medical professionals. Preparing information like a DNR beforehand and explaining your final wishes with loved ones takes away the burden and fear of making decisions they didn’t know you wanted. “I think it’s hard for young people to make decisions, when it becomes time, if you haven’t had that conversation,” Debie Courtlif said. Courtlif who attended the presentation said it’s something everyone should talk to their family about, to make sure the needs and wishes of those reaching the end of their life are met without hesitation. “I think it’s important, having gone through this with my mother, to talk to your children while you’re still capable

and let them know what it is you want to do,” she said. “To get it written down and make it legal so someone else doesn’t have to second guess what you wanted and then wonder if they’ve made the right decision for the rest of their lives.” Hodgejohnson also handed out My Voice booklets detailing the provincial guidelines stipulated in the new legislation and what options are available and how to ensure documents are legally binding once preparations have been finalized. “The overall message is to let people know how important it is to plan your health care ahead of time, in the event you can’t express yourself, if you become incapable,” Hodgejohnson said. Although it’s a topic most people put off perhaps because they don’t want to come to terms with their

mortality, it’s still a necessary conversation to have earlier rather than later and Northern Health is working to spread the word. “My wish would be if people would take into account to spread the word about the new legislation and that the My Voice book is a very useful tool to help understand the options available,” Hodgejohnson said. Northern Health hosts a number of information sessions through the fall, including another Advance Care Planning presentation Wed. Oct 10 at noon at the Pioneer Activity Center and at 2 p.m. at the Cargivers’ Support Group Meeting on the second floor of the Provincial Government Building. Northern Health also hosts their annual health fair, tomorrow Nov. 1, at 10 a.m. at the Health Hub. For more information call 250-877-4424.

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It’s a situation no one want’s to experiance. Having to make end of life decisions for a loved one because they no longer can. That’s why the Smithers Health Hub held an Advanced Care Planning information session last week. “People need to start having conversations about what they would want in terms of end of life health care,” Lee Anne Hodgejohnson, primary health care developer for Northern Health, said. The session highlighted recent changes in B.C. legislation to allow individuals to transfer power of attorney and the ability to make end of life decisions to family members without having to acquire a legal document from a lawyer. Medical profes-

sionals have waited several years for the legislation to be finalized and on Sept. 11, 2011 their calls for a more inclusive process were answered. “Before, if people wanted a representation agreement, it needed to be a legal document, meaning you had to involve a lawyer and for many people they just can’t do that,” Hodgejohnson explained. “To that end now, representation agreements are legal but you need two witnesses, which is stipulated in the new legislation.” However, Hodgejohnson’s presentation was more about understanding the need to discuss people’s final wishes with family members and friends before when they are no longer capable of making health care decisions for them selves. One example, for instance, is the issue of the do-not-

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Make a difference in a young person’s life Smithers Community Services Association is seeking to add supportive families to our CORR HOMES PROGRAM About our program… CORR Homes is a specialized foster care program for young offenders as an alternative to incarceration and operates in communities throughout Northern BC. CORR Homes offer a caring, stable home environment where youth reside for up to 6 months. CORR Home families are ﬁnancially compensated to provide this service. Our program provides the CORR Home families with access to training, 24-hour on-call support, and an experienced Youth Resource Worker who will work directly with families and the youth who reside with them.

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appy Halloween! Not sure what that means to us a little on the older side of the event but go for it I suppose. I have to say I was never big on the idea of Halloween. Trick or treating was a tad stressful for some reason. I always worried I would be asked to do a trick. I did like the homemade goodies we were given. No fear that food would be contaminated or compromised in some way. My mother made me home made costumes and often my Dad would come with me as I filled my pillow case. He loved to tell me I should ask for canned goods. It would have been my luck that I would have packed around a sack of canned soup. I have to say if there’s something good about the day it has to be pumpkin. Did you know how

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SPICE OF LIFE Brenda Mallory good it is for you? Pumpkin is loaded with antioxidants, it is low calorie and has lots of fiber. You don’t have to buy the whole pumpkin. You can use the canned kind to add to soup, muffins, cakes etc. Don’t use the pumpkin pie filling, it’s loaded with sugar. One thing I like about pumpkin is it’s good for dogs. I actually found a recipe for making pumpkin dog treats. I haven’t made them yet but here is the recipe anyway.

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PUMPKIN DOG TREATS. 1 cup pumpkin 3 cups whole wheat flour 1 tbsp milk 2/3 cup rolled oats 1/3 cup corn meal 2 tsp vegetable oil 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1/3 cup water Mix together, then roll out the dough. Cut the dough into any shape you want. Bake at 250 degrees for one hour, let them sit for a bit then store.

I hope my dogs like them. My new dog Shea has gained a bit of weight from someone giving her too many treats. So when you think of this time of the year go for pumpkin, it has many benefits for your heart and other body parts. One I found interesting was pumpkin pulp and the seeds have antioxidants that help with age-

related macular degeneration. Be careful out there and watch for the children who are having a good time. If you are out Telkwa way drive along Tower Street. The children will enjoy the efforts of a neighbour who goes all out for them. Good for you Sharon. Give me a call at 250-846-5095 or e-mail to mallory@ bulkley.net.

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Valley Food & Farm Update The Bulkley Valley Farmers’ Market has moved indoors! The next market is November 10th at St. Joseph’s gymnasium from 9am to noon. The BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition and Coupon program is over for this year. Interested in a harvest box full of local food? Groundbreakers Community Supported Agriculture and local food Harvest Box programs are up and running. For more info check out groundbreakerscollective.ca. Notes for Producers: The BVFMA is having a potluck and social at the Old Church on the 3rd of November, starting around 6pm. Contact Megan or Dmitri for more information. The Skeena Regional Cattlemen’s Association is planning a meeting to go over options for making changes to the BCCA governance structure. The tentative date is November 22nd. Cattle producers are strong encouraged to apply for highway fencing if necessary. Call 1-855-398-7498 toll free for more information. We have a new Minister of Agriculture - Minister Honorable Norm Letnick was appointed to this position on September 5th. The BC Women’s Institute has been active since 1909. There are four branches either in or close to the Bulkley Valley area: Glenwood WI, Quick WI, South Hazelton WI and Southside WI. New members are always welcome! The Glenwood Women’s Institute meets on the first Tuesday of every month. Contact Helen at (250) 847-9705 for more information. The Quick Women’s Institute meets at 6:30pm on the second Monday of every month. Contact Ria Rouw at (250) 846-5064 or Dianne Vandermeulen at (250) 847-5433 for more information. Charlie McClary Re/Max Bulkley Valley - Smithers Office (250) Producers! 847-5999 Fax (250) 847-9039 Attention Livestock (250)877-1770 Cellular The Northwest Premium Meat Coop abattoir is processing red meat, poultry and rabbits! Please phone Manfred at (250) 846-5168 to book in animals or birds.

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A ROUND TOWN CENTENNIAL SONG Tomorrow, Nov. 1, is the last day to enter the Centennial Song competition. The Smithers Centennial organizing committee is giving residents of the Bulkley Valley a chance to win two round trip tickets to Vancouver with Hawkair. There’s just one catch. To win the Hawkair tickets you have to write the song that will mark the Centennial celebrations. For info visit www.smithers2013.com.

SMITHERS FILM SERIES Sunday, Nov. 4, the Smithers Film Series presents Beasts of the Southern Wild, a coming-of-age tale steeped in bayou mysticism and the modern realities of climate change.

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David Myles is on a Canadian tour and hits the stage at Della Herman Theatre, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Matt Dunlap photo

Myles brings new album to Smithers By Percy N. Hébert Smithers/Interior News

It was a small cafe with maybe ten people, but that was the moment David Myles knew he had to be a musician, knew being on stage was what he had to do “I just knew this is what I had to do,” Myles said of the moment. Now Myles is touring in support of his sixth album, Into the Sun. Having grown up in a musical family, a career on the stage would seem inevitable, but Myles, a native of Fredericton, NB, admits there was pressure to become a physician like his siblings. But, while pursuing a degree in political science, Myles spent a year in China learning Mandarin, and there he was drawn back into music. To while away the hours, Myles picked up a $30 guitar and taught himself to play and began writing songs. Influences from his youth as a trumpet player in the school band and school musicals crept into his music, beginning with jazz, especially Chet Baker. “Jazz led me into soul and then into rhythm and blues and world music,” Myles said. Those influences are still there he said, but folk music has now filtered into his music after hearing Red

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Headed Stranger, an album by Willie Nelson. ‘It’s just a great album,” Myles said and that is what drew him into what he called three-chord songs. Given his exposure to a wide variety of music, Myles has not shied away from collaborations that pushed the limits of his comfort zone, including collaborations with Canadian hip-hop star Classified and more recently with Measha Brueggergosman. Brueggergosman, an international opera singer who wanted to stretch her musical boundaries, approached Myles to help her write and sing a popular song. “It forced me out of my comfort zone,” he said. The project, Myles admitted, posed a creative challenge. “The challenge for me was to make good use of her voice,” he said, adding the difference in the range of their voices was a bit intimidating. As a songwriter, Myles wants to craft the perfect song, to capture a sentiment exactly and includes several songs in that category. He lists songs by Chet Baker, Nick Lowe, pauses and mentions Curtis Mayfield’s People Get Ready. “I love everything about it,” Myles said about Mayfield’s 1965 gospel-influenced song composed for The Impressions. For information visit: www.davidmyles.com

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Wednesday, Nov. 7, the duo Windborn presents an evening of acoustic/alternative music featuring guitar and cello. The evening of original music starts at 7 p.m. at The Hilltop at 1869 Main St.

BIG SUGAR SWEET Gary Lowe and his Big Sugar bandmates put the sweet into reggae, rock and rhythm and blues at the CN Centre in Prince George last Friday. Percy N. Hébert photo

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GOBLINS IN THE BALL ROOM Ghosts and ghouls flocked to the Hill Top Ball Room Saturday night for the CICK Monster Clash Halloween costume party. Pounding the room with beats and bass it was the first time the ball room has been open in 6 six years. Dan Mesec photo

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o you have a fragile looking thing bucket list? and actually paddled it I have around a huge lake that a few things, one is was definitely ice cold, education. a priceless thing to see. Educational Feather your nest tourism: age brings for a long, cold winter the freedom to – come out to the learn interesting Giant Book Sale. things without being Friday, Nov. 2, pressured to make a 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. and career out it. Saturday, Nov. 3, 11 You can take time, a.m. – 5 p.m. maybe go back to Held at the Legion, class, online courses, tons of books, music to community programs, ease your cares, time to learn a new language, fill up a box or two of read. great reading. Stimulate your I shall remind you brain, lifelong again of Nov. 6 at 6 VIEW FROM education can keep it p.m. at the Hudson Bay THE PORCH sharp. Lodge, the Town’s 2013 Out for a drive, went Lorraine Doiron Budget review. to Seymour Lake. You must RSVP Along Alfred Ave, to the town: 250-847the unpaved part, 1600. noticed stuffed teddy Can you guess bears tied to various how many foster trees along the way. homes we have in our Anyone know what the story is? community? Saw information on a yoyo We have 26, not bad Smithers. contest. October was Foster Family Remember the Smothers month. Brothers? Statistics show fostering creates One of them, Tom I think, was life-long connections with many a yoyo expert. parents remaining in their foster Go to u-tube, yoyo, watch how children’s lives into adulthood. easy it looks, how difficult it really About 32 per cent of adopted is. children in care are adopted by While driving the road along their foster family. Seymour Lake, at a small pull over Councillor Charlie Northrup saw a pair of sandals sitting right recently attended a Council of at the water’s edge. Senior Citizens Organization of I must watch too much CSI, my BC (COSCO) conference. imagination took over, someone There were about 430 registered had been pushed right out of their delegates and more than 32 sandals into the water by a sadistic speakers. killer! Tons of information from this Pulling me away from my conference will be posted on their thoughts, a man and a woman, website, www.cosco.bc.ca. (shoeless) each standing, balancing I urge you to check out the site, on a separate board, quietly there really is lots of information gliding past as they slowly paddled not only for us of a certain age but themselves forward. everyone! It was beautiful and peaceful. Closing with: Ride on! RoughNo killer in sight. shod if need be, smooth-shod if that They had stepped onto a board, will do, but ride on! Ride on over all already floating in the lake, stayed obstacles, and win the race! standing on a tippy, floating, - Charles Dickens

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Hazelton’s Defend Our Coast rally supported by many By Jerome Turner Hazelton/Interior News

A Defend Our Coast (DOC) rally was held in front of MLA Doug Donaldson’s Hazelton office last Wednesday to express opposition to Enbridge’s proposed Northern Gateway pipeline. Over 70 people attended the event to hear what Donaldson and others had to say, but the MLA was delayed on his way back from a similar rally in Smithers by a very related and unfortunate calamity. “I was stopped coming down New Town hill because an oil tanker truck had rolled over and spilled and they were pumping it out,” Donaldson recalled. “It was pretty ironic.” Once he arrived at the rally he went to work telling the assembled crowd what the NDP are doing. “We don’t think the application that’s in front of the National Energy Board right now should be approved,” Donaldson said. “The risks outweigh the benefits as the Enbridge proposal stands right now.” An 11-page letter was sent last May from the NDP to the NEB, which highlights B.C. Premier Christy Clark’s weak proposal on behalf

of the citizens of B.C. regarding the potential Enbridge project. In the Liberal party’s requests to the NEB are five points, only one is not currently part of public expectation, Donaldson said. First-Nations accommodation, three environmental stipulations, one of which is the best spill response program in the world round out the previously known elements. “The fifth point is about revenue generation for our province,” Donaldson said. “It seems like if Alberta would give B.C. enough money then the project would be a go.” That attitude is not shared by people in the northwest. Melanie Smoke, Gitxsan, heard what Donaldson and others had to say and wished to express some of her beliefs. “I was taught to give back when I take something as an offering, to use everything I take and not be wasteful,” Smoke said. “I was taught that it is important to look seven generations down the road. “To make sure my great-grand children have food, clothing and are safe.” Smoke doesn’t think she will ever feel differently regarding oil and gas development projects. See RALLY on p. B2

(Left to Right) Skyla Lattie, Melanie Smoke, Doug Donaldson, Floyd Mowatt Sr. and Dianne Pakka show what is important to them, while attending a Defend Our Coast rally in Hazelton. CONTRIBUTED photo

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October 22, 2012

The 2012 Gitxsan Summit

ne only needs to observe the Summit’s three day full house two weeks ago to see that so many Gitxsan people care about the future of our Nation. There are many ongoing concerns, such as, overall debt, feeling left out, where are we in Treaty talks, participation in economics of the northwest and the sports complex, which is a long time community dream, among other things. The GTS negotiators and the Gitxsan Hereditary chiefs are very aware of the concerns and have put certain tools in place for Government and industry to take them seriously at the bargaining table. Over the three days Industry made reports to the Gitxsan showing what they propose to do, showing jobs will be real during construction and operations thereafter. Training is always made part of any negotiation package. In some cases, people who know what they want, motivate themselves and take training through the Northwest College.

Most of these people are now working. Beverley Clifton-Percival, GTS negotiator, explains the Gitxsan stance. She makes it clear that the Gitxsan social structure will be the foundation of Reconciliation. You will remember the courts say to “reconcile” our preexistence.

What we have articulated to the courts and the world: • Land tenure • Proper title holder and • Decision making The highlight of the three days was the inspirational visit of Carol Huynh, she spoke of obstacles that were on the path to her several triumphs. She mentioned her great appreciation of the support she receives locally and says she wishes to come back often. With the essays, the ones we are asking each Gitxsan student to write, about what it means to be Gixsan, it was decided to be put off to a later date. We are not clear on how we will collect them. A definite day will be set to collect hard copies to avoid any mix-up. The organizers were so impressed with Sara May Johnson’s essay she was awarded a very worthwhile prize. Keep a lookout for the next call concerning essay submissions.

I welcome your comments on this or any other article.

Any questions? Call the above or awilson@gitxsan.com

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DOC rally gets momentum from Victoria

RALLY from B1

The rally was attended by a crosssection of people from the Hazeltons. Young and old, employed, unemployed, under employed, FirstNation and everyone had a similar take on Enbridge. The fact that more than 3,000 people gathered in Victoria at the DOC on a rainy autumn day shows there is plenty of

opposition to pipeline expansion in B.C. One of the speakers at both the Hazelton and Victoria DOC rallies was John Olson, a member of the Gitxsan Unity Movement. Olson spoke to both crowds about how far he’s gone and is willing to go to protect future generations from a potential pipeline leak. “Me standing

up here is born of necessity,” Olson said to the gathering at the B.C. Legislative Building, Oct. 22. “We’re getting hit left, right and centre by corporations, I’m here to network because we need help.” “We want to get the world’s attention,” Olson continued. “At the same time we need to be respectful, peaceful and non-

confrontational.” Donaldson notes the ambiguous approach by Premier Clark is costing her support in northern B.C. “People in the north have a lot of other things to do with their lives and these rallies are taking a lot of energy,” Donaldson said. “We’re still not sure where the B.C. government stands regarding Enbridge.”

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Donaldson wasn’t surprised by the turnout, but feels people could be putting their energy elsewhere if not for a wishy-washy leadership. “When there’s uncertainty people need to keep up the united public demonstrations,” he said. “We saw a wide base of people in the Hazeltons don’t want Enbridge.”

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The Coastal GasLink(CGL) pipeline project was on display at the Dze L‘Kant friendship centre last Monday and very few people attended to learn about the proposed plans. The CGL project was announced June 5 and representatives met with Mayor Taylor Bachrach shortly after the announcement and were asked to come back in October to meet with council. The open house, scheduled to coincide with a date Smithers’ council met, wasn’t very well advertised. “I’m a little bit skeptical about the effectiveness of open-houses for

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Opposition to pipelines remains 100 per cent, according to an OW press release on Oct. 26. The potential development stretches approximately 700 kilometres from Dawson Creek to a liquid natural gas facility close to Kitimat. Shell Canada Ltd. hired TransCanada to build the pipeline, which will run parallel to the Pacific Trails pipeline (PTP) once it nears Vanderhoof, but veering off before Mount Nimbus in the Coastal Mountain range to avoid the altitude change and proximity complications of PTP and the proposed Northern Gateway bitumen pipeline.

The shared pipeline route is being referred to as an energy corridor and construction of the Kitimat natural gas terminal has already begun construction, but CGL is not listed as being a gas provider at press time, according to the Haisla Nation website. The B.C. Environmental Assessment process (BCEAP), not the National Energy Board (NEB), has jurisdiction over the future of the CGL project, according to Rick Gateman, president of CGL. Gateman told the Kitimat District on Oct. 15 the NEB is not required due to the project being in B.C. alone.

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There are jobs and then there are life-altering experiences and that is exactly what Tim Tchida, owner of Summit Reforestation offers to the approximately 300 tree planters he hires every summer for contracts across the province and into the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Tchida admits the slogan, tree planting makes the rest of your life feel easy, is quite true, but adds the people who do it tend to be very special people. “The people that are most successful have two components, they are driven and focused, they have an end goal, not necessarily financial. “The second quality is people that want an experience of full, of community. “Those are the ones that do really well. “It’s a great industry that combines the economic reality, the community reality and the environmental reality.” In fact, Tchida points to a recent reunion of past Summit employees, who now excel as lawyers, doctors, architects, even a cartoonist as a testament to the kind of people who excel at treeplanting. “They’re all successful in their lives,” Tchida said. Tchida, started his career in the reforestation industry as a tree planter in northern Alberta. “Sheer adventure,” Tchida said was the reason he first got into tree-planting. Tchida, who took ownvership of the company in 1998, says the best part of running the

company is the challenge of the business which renews itself every year. Next year, Summit Reforestation has contracts to plant 28 million trees and one of those is going to be the company’s 400th million tree. That’s a lot of hard work, but with a retention rate of about 94 per cent among the tree planters he hires, the experienced planters make it all possible, Tchida said. Recently, the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce just recognized Summit Reforestation as the Environmental Business of the Year. Receiving the Environmental Business Award, Tchida said, is a recognition of what his company offers, in addition to the economic rewards possible, to tree planters and that is the sense of community, combined with an initiation to nature. “What makes me proudest about the award is what happens with the initiation of people in the forests every year,” Tchida said. “We bring them into the forests with rain, snow, bears and cougars. “We bring them into the environment and if they leave with the experience of success, that is what I feel is the biggest environmental impact.” Success, Tchida explained, is not only in terms of money earned, but also in terms of the strong sense of friendship and community that develops among groups of tree planters. It is precisely the friendships and sense of community that Tchida experienced as a tree planter that have kept him in the industry and motivated him over the last 25 years. “People stay at it because there’s something deeply meaningful about it,” he said. “It opens the door to the rest of your life.”

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Sr. girls go undefeated in Smithers tourney By Jerome Turner Hazelton/Interior News

The Hazelton Secondary Senior Girl’s volleyball team went 3-0 last Saturday in Smithers and are building toward winning the zone tournament, when they host the tourney in November. At 9:30 a.m. the Spartans played the Smithers seconday school B team, winning in straight sets, 25-21 and 25-20. Houston was next up in a back-to-back game that showed the Spartans could have used a break. Despite strong serving and attacking, Hazelton fell to the Houston team in the first set 26-24. Serve reception was the main problem in the first set, but the HSS Spartans’ Kassie Vipond decided to spark the team, when she made sure to get the ball to setter Megan Trombley. Tristan Morrison began to make her presence felt on the offensive side with blocks, serves and hits, but the Houston team wouldn’t go away and took a 13-12 lead on the Spartans. Noelle Herrigan tied the game with a spike from a wellplaced Trombley set that eluded Houston’s blocker and found the floor. Points were traded as both teams missed serves until Hazelton found some composure to finish the game 25-20 after an offensive tear. Herrigan had two kills and Morrison ended the set with an ace during the 8-3 run. “I think Megan [Trombley] and I have some good chemistry on the court,” Morrison said when asked how she is able to be a steady offensive threat. The third set ended quickly despite the close score of 17-16. Coach Marcel Melanson reminded his team about an

important aspect during a time-out. “We have to make sure to get our serves in,” Melanson said. With the game in the balance tied at 13, Savana Wilson powered a spike off a Houston block for a point. Wilson was quickly needed again when she found a corner with a deep tip that fooled the Houston defense. With the score tied at 16 the Spartans did what it took to make sure the ball did not land in their court to win the game: 17-16. The setter was pleased with her team’s effort. “We didn’t give up and worked together to get the win,” Trombley said. “I didn’t have to move much because the passing was so good.” See PREP on p. B9

Meagan Marshall put this ball passed the Houston block for a point last weekend, while her teammates Savana Wilson (11), Noelle Herrigan (9) cover any potential threat from the Houston defender. Jerome Turner photo

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Dorothy Lenora Allen, born August 1, 1918 and daughter of Anna & Jack Love passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 94 on October 23, 2012. She was pre-deceased by her husband Marty Allen, her sisters Frances Lee and Thelma Love, and her brothers Bill and Wally Love. She is survived by her two sisters; Esther Love and Ruth Mesich and her 4 children; Linda Allen, Anna Hayes, Gene Allen and John Allen and her 10 grandchildren and 8 greatgrandchildren. She was a loved member of the Kispiox Valley community and was well known for her incredible hospitality. She will be greatly missed by family and friends. At Dorothy’s adamant request, there will be no funeral or service, however, the family would grateful if you could share your stories, memories, photos, artwork, prayers or wishes for the family to be compiled into a “Book of Dorothy.” In lieu of flowers, the Allen family would appreciate donations to the Long-Term Care Unit at Wrinch Memorial Hospital who took care of Dorothy for the past 2 years. Please make cheques payable to Wrinch Memorial Hospital and write, “In honour of Dorothy Allen” in the subject line. You can send these contributions to: shannon.nella23@ gmail.com, or mail them to: Shannon McPhail, PO Box 69, Hazelton, B.C., V0J 1Y0

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Bee Quadros – a former long time Bulkley Valley resident passed away peacefully in her sleep in the afternoon of October 24, 2012 at the Watson Lake Hospital, in the Yukon Territory, at the age of 87. Bee was born on January 17, 1925 in Hollywood, California, and in 1929 was moved to San Jose, California where her parents opened Norris’ Yardage store. As a child, Bee loved going to the movie theatre every Saturday, and throughout her life, followed the careers of the actors and musicians of her time. From childhood until her marriage, Bee took dancing lessons and participated in dancing recitals. Her parents were very involved in the Masonic Lodge, and Bee grew up as a Rainbow girl. During her high school years Bee worked in the ‘cannery’ and at her parents’ store, and after her father’s death in 1946, helped her mother to run the store. In April 1945, Bee married her high school sweetheart, Bill Quadros. In February 1961, with a young family in tow, she and Bill moved to Canada after purchasing the Murray’s ranch at Doughty, 17 miles west of Smithers, British Columbia. In Smithers, Bee worked at the Interior Stationery store, and in 1966, with partners Pat McCammon opened the clothing store, Village Tots’n Teens. In the early ‘70’s the store was expanded and was renamed Village Fashions. Bee also served as secretary of the Bulkley Valley Fall Fair, and was a founding member of the Bulkley Lodge Society and helped orchestrate fundraising and construction of the Lodge. Once retired and with Village Fashions sold, Bee relocated to live with her youngest daughter in Kamloops, BC and then moved with her daughter to Pincher Creek in Alberta. In October 2007, she moved to Watson Lake, Yukon to live with her oldest daughter and husband. She is survived by her three children: Gary (Rachelle) Quadros of Victoria, BC, Susan (Barry) Drury of Watson Lake, YT, and Carolyn (Ken) Neher of Comanche, OK; eight grandchildren: Wesley Quadros of Burnaby, BC, Pamela-Jane Quadros Harnish (Andrew Harnish) of Seattle, WA, Jason Drury of Whistler, BC, Caroline (Cristian) Márkos of Winnipeg, MB, Ashley Haughton of Lethbridge, AB, Cara-Lee Haughton of Kamloops, BC, Raelene Haughton of Swift Current, SK, and Jay-Douglas Haughton of Kamloops, BC, and two great-grandchildren: Thea-Jane and Maggie-Jane Harnish of Seattle, WA. A private family interment of ashes will occur in San Jose, CA. In lieu of flowers, we suggest a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or an Arthritis Society.

Eric Widen passed away peacefully at the Bulkley Lodge at the age of eighty-eight. He is survived by Arline, his wife of sixty-six years, and by his nine children, Lindy (Fred) Mayner, Rob Widen, Lori (Neill Gallagher) Widen, Barb Horte, Kevin (Cindy Savage) Widen, Terry Widen, Ted (Stanza) Widen, Virginia (Eddy Strawiak) Widen, and Sherri (Petr Kyn) Widen. He is also survived by his sisters Signe Haller and Mary Ellen Schon. He was predeceased by his brothers Louis, Bill, and Alfred (Bobo). He will be fondly remembered by his family, including his grandchildren, his great grandchildren, and his honorary daughters Rhonda and Carolyn. Eric was born in a cabin south of Houston BC, and moved to the Bulkley Valley at the age of four. He attended the Woodmere School, and joined the army during World War II, but did not complete his training because the army discovered he was only 16 years old. He worked in the shipyards in Prince Rupert, and he bought a farm on Woodmere Road, where he lived for forty-seven years. He married Arline Scott in 1945, and she became the cook for his logging crew. For many years they ran a beef ranch and he logged to support the farm while they raised their many children. They moved to Telkwa for twenty years, and then to Smithers for the last few years. Eric helped to expand the Round Lake Picnic into a regatta. He also helped the people of the Hungry Hill area to get hydroelectricity. He was honest in all his dealings. Many of the structures he built still stand on the old Woodmere farm. He and Arline were known for their graceful dancing. His life began in a cabin in the bush without electricity and telephone. He became a master mechanic of automobiles and farm equipment, but he never dealt with the computers that surrounded him by the end of his life. Eric will be remembered for the many stories he told (mostly about moose), and for his sense of humour. A celebration of Eric’s life will be held at Round Lake Hall on November 3, 2012, beginning at 12:00 noon. Light refreshments will be served. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bulkley Lodge Recreation in Smithers.

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Trombley’s confidence was evident when asked about the team’s next opponent. “We’ve beat them before,” Trombley said. “We’ll do it again.” However, confident, the comment looked to be coming back to haunt Trombley and her teammates when Charles Hays jumped out to a 10-4 lead. Hays’ players made it very difficult early on, as they found ways to keep the ball in play and send it back to the Spartans’ side of the court. Hazelton again collected themselves with support from their coach and after Meagan Marshall protected the net with two big blocks, Wilson tied the set at 21 with a back-row hit. Hays seemed to lose momentum after that and Tremblay put the set away with a kill for a final score of 27-26. With Hays in disarray the Spartans took full advantage in

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Part-time Arts Project Project Manager Manager Part-time Arts for BVCAC is is looking lookingfor foraaproject projectmanager manager LifeLife Exposure: Images of Community, for Exposure: Images of Commu-a mutli-disciplinary Arts Engagement project. nity, a mutli-disciplinary Arts Engagement Working with community partners and project. Working with community partners artists, the successful applicant will and artists, the successful applicantinvite will community members from Telkwa to invite community members from Telkwa to Hazelton to investigate their sense of place Hazelton to investigate their sensePhotos of place and identity through photography. and identity through photography. Photos will be exhibited in galleries, storefronts will exhibited in 2013. galleries, storefronts andbe on-line in Fall Experience in and on-line in Fall 2013. Experience project management necessary but in project management necessary but to sucsuccessful applicant does not need be an artist.applicant does not need to be an cessful A full project description is available at artist. http://www.bvartscouncil.com/latest-news. A full project description is available at: http://www.bvartscouncil.com/latest-news. P/T contract, flexible, averaging 10hrs/ week (hrs willĂ&#x20AC;exible fluctuate stages of P/T contract, upwith to 1 hrs/week project) of hrs will depend on stage of project) Begins Nov Nov 2012 2012. Begins Responsibilities & Skills: Responsibilities & Skills: â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Responsible Responsible welcoming outreach forfor welcoming outreach to to people of diverse ages, cultural backpeople of diverse ages, cultural grounds and community groups backgrounds and community groups â&#x20AC;˘ Responsible Responsible project management forfor project management including planning artist workshops, including planning artist workshops, collecting and organizing community collecting and organizing community photographs, planning storefront exhibit photographs, planning storefront exhiband reporting/evaluating activities it and reporting/evaluating activities ability to work independently, â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent Excellent ability to work independentmulti-task. Time management and and ly, multi-task, time management organizational skills important organizational skills important â&#x20AC;˘ Strong verbal and written communication â&#x20AC;˘ skills Strong verbal and written communication â&#x20AC;˘ Strong skills computer skills, knowledge of â&#x20AC;˘ Facebook Strong computer helpful skills, knowledge of Facebook helpful Deadline: Fri, Fri, Nov Nov 9, 9, 2012 2012 by by 4pm 4pm Deadline: Please email emailcover coverletter letterand and resume Please resume to:to: info@bvartscouncil.com

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Education/Tutoring

UPCOMING COURSES @ NWCC

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Simply Accounting Level 2 Nov 13â&#x20AC;&#x201C;29 (Tu/Th) $265 Serving it Right Nov 16 (Fr)

$99

Emergency Childcare First Aid & CPR Nov 17 (Sa) $119 REGISTER TODAY! 250.847.4461 1.877.277.2288

HINO CENTRAL Fraser Valley is seeking a Commercial Vehicle Technician (Senior Apprentice or Journeyman) to add to our growing team in Langley. We offer a competitive salary and full benefits in a fully-equipped ultra-modern facility. Visit www.hinocentral.com Apply to: hr@hinocentral.com; fax: 780-6384867.

JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN required immediately for Chrysler/ Dodge/ Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. Proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship a must. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Pat 250832-8053, pat@brabymotors.com

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Intro to Accounting Nov 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;7 (Mo/We) $100

Income Opportunity EARN EXTRA Cash! - P/T, F/T immediate openings. Easy Computer work, other positions are available. Can be done from home. No experience needed. www.hwc-bc.com

Trades, Technical

Apply to *eneral Manager 250-847-2214 Fax: 250-847-2171 or Email: dennis#coastmountaingm.com

Home Care/Support

FALLERS needed for Seismic Line Cutting: Must be BC or Enform Level 3 Certified. Start mid to late November until March 2013. Call (250)2294709 panosil@telus.net www.wildfireinterface.ca

Requirements: â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent people skills â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy dealing with public â&#x20AC;˘ *reat computer skills â&#x20AC;˘ Valid 'rivers license

Education/Tutoring

Employment MEAT MANAGER, Jasper Super A. Jasper Super A is looking for an experienced Retail Meat Manager. As Meat Manager you will be responsible for all aspects of the managing the department, including cutting meat. You must have working knowledge of gross margins, expense controls and human resources management. The successful candidate must have Grade 12 (or equivalent) and be able to provide a â&#x20AC;&#x153;clearâ&#x20AC;? security clearance. If you have the skills and abilities please forward your resume to our Head Office, The Grocery People Ltd. (TGP) in confidence to: Human Resources Officer, The Grocery People Ltd., 14505 Yellowhead Trail, Edmonton, AB, T5L 3C4. Fax 780-447-5781. Email: humanresources@tgp.ca Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430

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Smithers Community Services Association has an immediate opening for a Youth Resource Worker to assist in our CORR Homes Program in Burns Lake and surrounding area. This is a part time position (approx. 10-15 hrs per week) with a Ă exiEOe scheduOe. Youth Resource Workers aOso receives a monthOy retainer shouOd a youth Ee residing in the home or not.

4uaOiĂ&#x20AC;Fations: A post secondary degree dipOoma or certiĂ&#x20AC;cate in SociaO Work and experience serving cOients in youth criminaO Mustice or eTuivaOent comEination of education and experience. AppOicants must demonstrate the aEiOity to communicate cOearOy and dipOomaticaOOy and Ee aEOe to work independentOy in a high demand capacity. AdditionaOOy appOicants must undergo a criminaO record check Ee wiOOing to work outside of normaO Eusiness hours and aOso possess a vaOid COass 5 driverÂˇs Oicense and have access to own transportation.

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PAL Firearms Restricted Dec 1 (Sa) $100 Red-Cross CPR Level C Dec 8 (Sa) $100 OFA Level 3 Feb 25â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Mar 12 (Moâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fr) $749

SIBOLA MOUNTAIN FALLING is looking for Certified Fallers for seismic work in BC & Alberta. For more info contact Jordan at 250-5969488 or jordan@sibolamountainfalling.com

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For Sale By Owner

M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

LOG SHELL for sale, 20 x 30 ft. Short log construction(piece-in-Piece). Can be moved by pick up truck. $5000.846-5838

PRIVATE 5 acre mtn view property 6 min. from Smithers off Hudson Bay Mtn Rd. 1200 sq.ft., 2-3 bdrm home w/shop, lawn, gardens, fruit trees and clean air. Motivated to sell. $250,000. 250-847-4695.

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Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

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$100 & Under STUDENT DESKS, 2, $20 ea. Wooden futon frame, mattress avail., $50 obo. Manual treadmill, $40. 250-846-5742.

Firewood/Fuel $140/CORD, split $165. $270 2 cords, split $320. Delivered in Telkwa/Smithers area. 250847-0566

FIREWOOD FOR SALE Pick-up load good dry pine, will cut to size. (250)643-0835 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay BARN Stored Square Bales Timothy/Brome, solid bales. 2012 @ $4.50/ea, 2011 @ $4/ea. Call 250-847-0601

Livestock 5 BRED Heifers Hereford red Angus cross. $1250 each Miles Farm 847-8710 NATURALLY RAISED local beef for sale. Miles Farm 8478710

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Auctions

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

Misc. for Sale

GERRYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SNOWPLOWING AND SANDING Commercial, Rural, Residential Call Gerry Norton 250- 847-3322

MODULAR HOMES and park model homes factory direct wholesale. New single wides $37,209 doubles $73,486 Special winter discounts! Call The Home Boys 877-976-3737 or www.hbmodular.ca

STEEL BUILDINGS - Canadian made! - Reduced prices now! 20x22 $4,455. 25x26 $4,995. 30x38 $7,275. 32x50 $9,800. 40x54 $13,995. 47x80 $19,600. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca

BUILDING LOT FOR SALE on Schibli Street. Please call 877-9119

WOODRIDGE APARTMENTS ADULT ORIENTED 1 bdrm & 2 bdrm suites, bachelor No pets, No parties Phone 250-877-0186

Moving & Storage

Lots

MINI-STORAGE UNITS Various sizes available! Ph: 250-847-1001 Ph: 1-866-845-2711

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Woodfired Boiler. Tarm Innova 50 controls & storage. 250-344-2603 evenings. jcross@redshift.bc.ca

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Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town

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FARM MARKET AUCTION Food Service & Farm Equipment, Nov. 3, 11 AM at Horstings Farm, 2 mi N. of Cache Creek. View photos at doddsauction.com 1-866545-3259

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

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Cars - Domestic

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Cars - Domestic

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n Downtow r ty r ial P ope c r e m m o C for Lease

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Touring Package,

24,885

SALE

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;12 Subaru Forester

Touring Package Auto/AC/Pwr Sunroof!

28,999

SALE

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DEMO

27,999

135,000 km, new tires & battery, good condition.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;10 Subaru Forester

2.5X Touring Package Auto/AC/Pwr Sunroof!

23,499

SALE

5,200

847-2897

250-

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;10 Honda Civic DXG

Vehicle Lease / Rent

5 Speed Manual

SAVE $1,400

13,499

SALE

0 DOWN $128 BIWEEKLY OAC INCLUDES TAXES

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;10 Mazda B-4000

Dodge 3500 Crewcabs

47,313Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 5-Speed Manual

SALE

19,999

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;06 Pontiac Montana SV6 115,000Kâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SALE

3046 Highway 16 West Smithers, BC Email â&#x20AC;˘ shawn@frontierchrysler.net

Shawn Bradford Bus: 250-877-7769

Trucks & Vans

1994 Ford F250 4x4

6,99 9

351 Auto, headache rack, 4 summer and winter tires on rims. Rose Taylor

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Tenders

Gingolx Village Government SEWAGE LIFT STATION CONSTRUCTION TENDER 2013 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1156 - 1

INVITATION TO TENDER Sealed tenders marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sewage Lift Station No.1 Construction 1156-1â&#x20AC;? will be received no later than 3:00 pm local time on Thursday November 22, 2012 by the Gingolx Village Government at the office of McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd. Suite #1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5008 Pohle Avenue, Terrace, BC V8G 4S8 This tender is for the early spring construction the installation of a pre-fabricated â&#x20AC;&#x201C; fiberglass reinforced plastic sewage lift station complete with submersible pumps, controls; sanitary sewer modifications, force main, control building, and standby electric power generator. The owner reserves the right to reject any or all of the Tenders and the lowest tender will not necessarily be accepted. Tender Documents may be viewed at the Gingolx Village Government Office or at McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd. Suite #1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5008 Pohle Avenue, Terrace, BC on or after October 24, 2012. All bidders shall familiarize themselves with the local site, high ground water conditions, availability of local materials, labour and equipment, infrastructure conditions, and the need to provide full time compliance with DFO fisheries and sediment control, and possible dewatering requirements. A mandatory site visit will be held November 1st at 11:00 a.m. Meet at the administration office, Gingolx, BC. Tender documents may be obtained on or after October 24th, 2012 from McElhanney Consulting Services Ltd., Suite #1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5008 Pohle Avenue, Terrace, BC V8G 4S8. Project Engineer: Joel Barkman, P.Eng. (250) 635-7163.

Measuring Up The North, Smithers would like to thank their sponsors for their help with the recent Perimeter Trail upgrade.

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Rentals Cottages / Cabins FURNISHED CABIN ON TYHEE LAKE. Quiet location, scenic view. Satellite TV. Appropriate for single person. N/P, N/S. 250-846-9636.

Duplex / 4 Plex 3 BDRM duplex for rent Nov. 1, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $550/mth. (250)847-1465 SMITHERS, 1 bdrm apt, close to town. $575/mth + util. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call 250-846-5269.

Homes for Rent 2BDRM CLEAN Mobile home on 5 acres with south aspect, large yard , Driftwood side of valley, 6km on pavement to town. NS, W/D/F/S/DW Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. 877-9230 2 BDRM house located in Telkwa, cozy, fenced yard, N/S, N/P, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Avail. immed. $800 + util. 846-9535 Cute 1.5 bdrm on Alfred Ave $650 (250)847-2799 FULLY FURNISHED, util., phone, internet, 3 bdrms, single garage, brand new home on Watson Landing by Lake Kathlyn. Min 6 mths commitment, $2,500/mth. Comes with house cleaning once a week. Avail. Dec. 1. Call Kim Tran 250-877-2548 for more detail.

Rooms for Rent ROOM FOR STUDENT STILL AVAILABLE! Quiet, safe, clean, friendly furnished home to share with female student. $450. Close to Carmel Restaurant on Ford Ave, Prince George. On bus route, own bedroom, share rest of house, Internet included. Room and board can be negotiated. Will be sharing house with older working woman. References required. Contact Lorraine at lorraines@citywest.ca

Suites, Lower FURNISHED 1 bdrm bsmt suite for single person, very quiet area, 5 min from town, N/S, N/P. $650/mth. util. incl. Avail. Nov. 1. 250-847-4127

Suites, Upper BILLETER LOFT, Short term stay, 10 min from Smithers; bright, fully furnished, private suite in a country setting, â&#x20AC;&#x153;home away from home.â&#x20AC;? Daily, weekly, monthly rates. (250)847-5528 www.bulkleyriver.com

Friends of Camp Caledonia

THANK YOU send a huge

To our hosts who opened their homes for our Heavenly Homes Tour Oct. 13: Cecil & Joanne Reid, Alan Doll and Linda Stringfellow, Declan Brennan and Gretchen Woodman, Josette Wier, Dave & Shari Wertz, Wes and Dorothy Giesbrecht, Tom & Lorna Butz, and Toby Walsh. Your friendliness and beautiful homes were inspirational. To our volunteer home and driveway monitors: Joan Forester, Bree McAloney, Peter Haines, Sarah Hobenshield, Anne Havard, and Brenda Cobill (who gave us this idea). To Castle Building Supplies in Houston for printing posters, and the Wooden Mallard in Smithers, for kindness. To the ACW for groceries and to all our volunteer cooks and kitchen helpers (what an excellent lunch!) and all other Friends for support and encouragement. To Janet & Shola Walford at Mt. Eagle Books â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ticket sellers extraordinaires. And Thank You very much to all those who took part in the tour. Your enthusiasm helped make it a success. We look forward to hosting this event next year. Advertising space donated by The Interior News

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B.C. Liberals rev up in preparation for upcoming election By Tom Fletcher Victoria/Black Press

Premier Christy Clark wound up the B.C. Liberal Party convention Saturday with a combative speech blasting the NDP for their economic and energy policies. After recounting her government’s job creation efforts and labour agreements with teachers, doctors and other

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employees, Clark accused the NDP of a list of sins, including a possible moratorium on natural gas development in northern B.C. The NDP would also “jack up personal and business taxes” and take away the secret ballot for union certifications, Clark told more than 800 cheering delegates at the Chateau Whistler hotel. NDP MLA Shane Simpson has acknowledged the party is

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considering labour law changes including union certification rules, but no decision has been announced. And NDP leader Adrian Dix has repeatedly stressed that corporate tax rates would only be raised two per cent if he wins the election next May. Pressed on his intentions for personal income tax increases in a radio interview last week, Dix said he would consider a small increase for people with annual

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incomes of $150,000 or more. Clark’s suggestion that the NDP might put a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing to extract natural gas drew a quick response from NDP energy critic John Horgan, who set out the party policy a year ago. “We will be looking at the scientific impacts but we support the process,” Horgan said. “There’s not going to be any moratorium.” Taking questions after

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the speech, Clark declined to comment on resolutions endorsed by delegates to ban use of mandatory union dues for political activities, and to force disclosure of union spending on salaries and lobbying. NDP MLA Maurine Karagianis said the B.C. Liberals want to silence unions in political debates, while allowing their “corporate buddies” to spend as much as they want on campaigns.

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Located in the Log Office at 3568 Hwy. 16 Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

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

$98,500

NEW LISTING

$264,900

$469,000

NEW PRICE

$309,000

(HST incl.)

$299,000

$98,500

38871 Forest Point, Babine Lake

1875 22nd Avenue

24 Starliter Way

4024 Walnut Drive

1089 Queen Street

3220 Railway Avenue

• • • •

576 square feet, squared lot Electric baseboard Wood heat www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

mls n222784

Park like 1 acre with river access 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3 fireplaces Private, gardens, 16x24 garage Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

$159,500

2 storey, basement, 4 bedrooms High eff gas furnace, vaulted ceiling Lake front recreation, views Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

mls n223178

mls n219860

Unique design, central location Large lot, 5 bedrooms, 3 level Spacious rooms, sunken living room Vaulted ceilings, fireplace

Peter Lund

$249,500

$118,500

mls n222441

1920’s Heritage home 4 bedrooms, 3 piece bath, hedged yd Large 75x125 yard, 2 sun rooms Scenic views of Hudson Bay Mtn

Peter Lund

mls n222904

Zoned R-2 for duplex Older 3 bedroom home Value mostly in land 75x125 lot

Donna Grudgfield

$447,000

$269,500

mls n222449

$299,000

Lot 1 Manning Road

Passby Drive, Smithers

3960 Broadway Avenue

1036 Toronto Street

1945 Cote Road

23557 Ridge Road

• • • •

25.77 acres, good building sites Treed and views Toboggan Creek frontage Located in Evelyn area

Donna Grudgfield

mls n219182

5.8 acres in Silvern Estates Driveway and building site done Nice mountain views Private from road

Donna Grudgfield

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Double garage/workshop New roof on house and shop New back deck and front fence

Donna Grudgfield

mls n218111

$649,000

$339,000

mls n222089

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Fireplace, laminate flooring Roomy kitchen, huge rec room Fully fenced backyard, deck

Donna Grudgfield

$2,300/month

mls n220372

5.26 acres on paved road 4 bdrm, 3 bathroom, vaulted ceilings 30x40 shop, good water www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

mls n222849

7.2 acres, 3 bedroom home Shop, greenhouse, guest cabin Ideal for organic gardening www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

$374,900

$448,000

$195,000

mls n222628

12792 Alder Road

Suskwa Forest Road

Lot 2 Tatlow Rd, Smithers

Bourgon Road, Telkwa

7468 Boundary Road, Telkwa

5361 Slack Road

• • • •

5 acres, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom 30x30 shop, wired and heated Barn, lots of upgrades www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

mls n218955

500 acres, river frontage 4 year old custom built log home Full solar system, modern www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

$390,000

2 fenced compounds Ideal for mining construction equip 60,500 sq ft $1200/month 57,800 sq ft $1100/month

Ron Lapadat

mls n216685

mls n4505352

19 acres, Bulkley River frontage Great salmon/steelhead fishing 5 acres of hay land, great views www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

$174,900

$339,500

mls n222252

Sunny 80 acre view property 2,900sf architecturally designed Fencing, timber, spring, guest cabin www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

$174,900

mls n221513

3 bdrm, 3 level split, hardwood, tile Private 5 acres Garage and double carport, creek Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

mls n221903

$149,900

$100,000

1220 Hunter Ave, Telkwa

3634 Fourteenth Avenue

3744 Broadway Avenue

3856 Alfred Avenue

Bulkley Riverfront on Walcott

1866 Aveling Coalmine Rd

• • • •

Great Bulkley River frontage Custom log 1½ storey home Birch floors, fir cabinetry Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

mls n216204

Updated 4 bdrm, 3 bathroom home 2 gas fireplaces, full complete bsmnt Vaults, sundeck, quality Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

$143,500

3 bedrooms, downtown area C-1A zoning resident, retail, offices Includes appliances and furnishings Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

mls n213718

$262,000

mls n216307

Affordable 1060sf 3 bedroom home C-1A zoning allows for business use Wired 24x20 shop and garage Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

$306,000

D L O

mls n223122

Enjoy 68 acres on Bulkley River Great location for fishing AG-1 zoned Walcott Quick Road Located 45 minutes to town

Dave & Sonia

mls n205827

11209 Highway 16

3738 Eleventh Avenue

1920 Babine Lake Road

3675 Snake Road

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Sandra Hinchliffe

Peter Lund Res. 847-3435

mls n222139

Donna Grudgfield Cell. 847-1228

Bulkley riverfront 1.2 acres, high bank Modern cabin Exclusive steelhead hole out front

Sandra Hinchliffe

Leo Lubbers Cell. 847-1292

mls n219256

Ron Lapadat Cell. 847-0335

5/6 bedroom, 2 bathroom Quiet, sunny hill section, fenced yd Fireplace, driveway, carport, shop In-law basement suite

Sandra Hinchliffe

Dave Barclay Cell. 847-0365

mls n222932

Sonia Apostoliuk Cell. 847-0937

55 acres, 5 minutes from Smithers Complete horse set up Hay land, barn, cross fencing Ready for your new home!

Sandra Hinchliffe

Sandra Hinchliffe Cell. 847-0725

Charlie McClary Cell. 877-1770

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Alida Kyle Cell. 877-2802

Dave & Sonia

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$348,900

$369,000

321 Prairie Road Deeded lot near Green T Sleeps 6 comfortably Great location, easy access Power line out front and paid for

5 acres on the Telkwa River Well, septic system, power, driveway 30x50 heated concrete slab Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

2400sf family home on 1.78 acres Bordering Canyon Creek, views Hardwood, spacious rooms, 2 decks OSBE,newer shingles,appliances inc

Karen Benson

Karen Benson Cell. 847-0548

mls n222648

Jeff Billingsley Cell. 877-0838

Jantina Meints Cell. 847-3144

Kiesha Matthews Cell. 876-8420

B16 www.interior-news.com Wednesday, October 31, 2012

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Fri., June 19 & Sat., June 20 in Housto

499 549

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