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Vol. 28 | No. 9 Thursday, April 26, 2012
Tour de Bella Coola on April 28th
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It rained the night before and was cloudy and blustery all morning, but when the Legacy of Hope Walk began, the sun came out from behind the clouds. Thanks to the Nuxalk Volunteer Fire Department members for letting me climb on top of the truck to get this photo!
Huge crowd turns out for 10th Annual Legacy of Hope Walk CHRISTINA BOUCHER The Nuxalk Nation Snxlhh Transition House’s tenth annual Legacy of Hope Walk was attended by a crowd of over 400 people on Friday morning, April 20. This walk was part of the province-wide Prevention of Violence Against Women Week to raise awareness that help is available to women who have either experienced violence first-hand, are in a violent relationship, or are in a situation where there is a threat of violence. According to the World Health Organization 2002 report, it is estimated that in Canada approximately 1 in 3 women have experienced violence at some point in their
adult lives and that 1 in 10 women are presently experiencing violence. Women impacted by violence in their relationships experience various negative health effects and are more likely to rate their overall health as poor compared to women who have not experienced violence. Violence against women affects us all by impacting the safety and well being of our mothers, grandmothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, partners and friends. In 1995, the NDP government took the initiative to declare one week in April as Prevention of Violence Against Women Week in British Columbia. This decision effectively began a movement to encour-
age the public to express its commitment to reducing and preventing violence against women, as well as to raise awareness about the unacceptability of violence against women, youth and children in our communities. The initiative raises awareness for a woman’s right to live free from violence, and encourages the growth in programs that assist women who are fleeing violence. The Snxlhh Transition House has been in operation since 1998, when a group of concerned community members decided to take a stand against violence done to women and children in the community. The House offers safe shelter to women experiencing abuse and also offers
various counseling and outreach programs aimed at stopping family violence. The first Legacy of Hope Walk occurred in 2002 through the Transition house with help from Pastor Rick. A representative from the Transition House comments that Acwsalcta School has always been very supportive of the Walk, with high attendance from Acwsalcta students each year. Bella Coola Elementary students have also historically been present, and this year marks the first year seeing the participation of Sir Alexander Mackenzie Secondary students. The Nuxalk Volunteer Fire Department led the group of walkers through the Bella Coola townsite, providing safety and
leadership. The RCMP were also present to ensure safety for all the attendees. Many participants wore t-shirts distributed by the Transition House with the Legacy of Hope Walk logo, or with anti-violence slogans such as “Love shouldn’t hurt.” After the Walk at Nuxalk Hall, participants enjoyed refreshments and listened to guest speakers Gerald Keisman and Rhonda Alexander, who spoke about the importance of increasing awareness of violence against women. The high number of participants at the Legacy of Hope Walk show that the message is getting out there that violence against women happens too often in BC communities and that it cannot be unspoken-about.
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MOVING SALE! Saturday, April 28 10 am to 3 pm 1290 Hwy 20, Hagensborg Computers and audio systems Paint gun and hand tools Winemaking equipment Canning jars Fishing gear (incl. ice fishing kit, telescoping rod, lures) Oil-filled electric space heaters Gardening gear, kitchenware CDs, books Women’s shoes and clothing
Are you concerned about flooding in the Nusatsum area? All residents of the Nusatsum / Glacier View Area are invited to a meeting. When:Thursday, May 10, between 7-9 pm Where: Room 204 at SAMS For more information contact Marc Hedges at 250 982 0042 or e-mail: nwg@belco.bc.ca for meeting agendas or membership information.
Bella Coola Seventh-Day Adventist Church Saturday Service Song & Bible Study For Adults & Children 9:30 am Sabbath School Program 10 am Bible Study Church Service 11 am Bella Coola Adventist Academy Offers a Christian Learning Environment for Grades K - 9 Grades 10 - 12 Distance Learning through West Coast Adventist School Principal Rob Parker 799 5910
Saturday, April 28 Let us Advertise Your Church Services
Call us at 250-982-2696 Or fax 250-982-2512
Pre-registration by April 26 at the Career Centre Registration fee: $20 Proceeds to support Centennial Pool
Meet at 8:30 am at SAMS or 10 am at the bottom of the Hill Barbeque lunch to follow Sponsored by: Active Communities Bella Coola A Bella Coola General Hospital initiative With community partners: Rick’s Re-cycling, Bella Coola Grizzly Tours, Ministry of Forests, Ministry of Environment, School District #49
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The Bella Coola Valley Sustainable Agricultural Society cordially invites all society members and interested community members to attend our
Annual General Meeting When: Thursday, April 26 at 7:30 pm Where: BCE School Gymnasium Our Vision: The Bella Coola Valley Sustainable Agricultural Society envisions the Bella Coola valley producing nutritious foods sustainably to create positive health and socioeconomic benefits for our communities and environment. Our Mission: We will facilitate the development of a sustainable local food system by building community capacity in order to achieve community wellness. Your input, suggestions, and participation are needed. Help us build a strong agricultural sector in the Bella Coola Valley. 2012 Memberships will be available: $10/single, $15/family
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Get your dancing shoes ready: Soupbone is coming to rock out in Bella Coola! BETH JAY The Discovery Coast Music Festival and The Arts Council have collaborated to bring a great band to town, so get out your dancing shoes and get ready to party! Soupbone is an electric, fun-loving band that has its roots in Williams Lake. First cooked up in 2009, Soupbone’s recipe for a good time is strongly rooted in the blues and Motown. The band’s music is a combination of blues, rock, funk, R&B and jazz.
The band members have a lot of musical influences, including the three Kings (Albert, Freddie and of course, BB), as well Stevie Ray, Elmore James, Howlin' Wolf, Led Zeppelin, Hendrix, Ray Charles and the Allman Bros. They have stirred together their many influences and their love of live performance to create a unique sound, an original show and an eclectic repertoire of original and cover material that offers up something for every musical taste. Lead guitar player Joel Gyselinck writes original material for the band
along with lead singer Dean Fulton. This started with them writing songs in Dean's basement. The band has recorded a couple of CDs and they have been playing shows and festivals all over BC since 2010. Band members include Dean Fulton on lead vocals, keyboard, and harmonica, Joel Gyselinck on lead guitar, Shane Boxeur on bass and vocals, and Brandon Fauteux on drums. The warm-up band for the evening will feature several local musicians.
Tour de Bella Coola: A Valley experience ceps reminded me. The opportunity to bike for up to 60 km, free of traffic, pollution or noise is a biker’s dream. Add to the experience Bella Coola’s spectacular scenery, birds singing, the sweet scent of cottonwood, and you’ve got a truly unique and fun activity for locals and tourists alike. All ages and fitness levels can participate in this activity. The joy is in the ride: individuals set their
own pace, leisurely or athletic. It is a great group adventure, even with Bella Coola’s notorious valley wind. Don’t wait for a visitor to marvel about this opportunity. Make it what you will, take it slow, and lunch along the Atnarko, familiarize yourself with the Valley landscape, challenge your fitness, or watch the goats in Firvale. Get on the road!
CALL FOR TENDERS Misc Site Improvements – Centennial Pool
A few Tour riders enjoy the beautiful day at last year’s Tour de Bella Coola MONICA TUTT Ever say to yourself, especially after listening to a visitor’s enthusiastic tale of a Bella Coola adventure, “Why haven’t I done that? I live here.” And then that summer comes along and you find yourself once
again the spectator, nodding your head, innocently feigning familiarity with yet another missed local experience. Well, you can add another local opportunity to that “to do” list: biking the upper Valley. Active Communities Bella
Coola, with the support of biking aficionado, Rick Ratcliff, invites you to participate in Tour de Bella Coola, a bike tour from the bottom of the Hill to Hagensborg on Saturday, April 28. In years past it has been a memorable day, as my quadri-
The CCRD is seeking tradespersons to perform various exterior site improvement projects at the community swimming pool. Works include debris removal, ground levelling/seeding, chain-link fence repairs and entryway improvements. Information packages will be available from the CCRD administration office at 626 Cliff St. Bella Coola and posted on our web site www.ccrd-bc.ca on Tuesday May 1, 2012 PH 250 799-5291 – email info@ccrd-bc.ca Tender closes 4pm Friday May 11, 2012 Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Any party owing monies to the CCRD must settle all debts before any tender documents, expressions of interest or applications for employment will be considered.
Tickets are $10, and are available at Kopas Store and Hagensborg Shop Easy. Doors open Saturday, May 12 at 8:00 p.m., and the community bus will be available at 12:30 p.m. Come out to support live music in our community!
CALL FOR TENDERS Concrete deck repairs – Centennial Pool The CCRD is seeking qualified tradespersons to perform grout patching to the exterior concrete decking at the community swimming pool. Sandblasting old paint is required. Information packages will be available from the CCRD administration office at 626 Cliff St. Bella Coola and posted on our web site www.ccrd-bc.ca on Tuesday May 1, 2012 PH 250 799-5291 – email info@ccrd-bc.ca Tender closes 4pm Friday May 11, 2012 Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Any party owing monies to the CCRD must settle all debts before any tender documents, expressions of interest or applications for employment will be considered.
CALL FOR TENDERS Furnace/Oil Tank replacement – Centennial Pool The CCRD is seeking qualified tradespersons for the removal of an in-ground oil tank and the replacement with an above-ground storage tank; and supply and installation of a new pool hot water heating furnace. Information packages will be available from the CCRD administration office at 626 Cliff St. Bella Coola and posted on our web site www.ccrd-bc.ca on Tuesday May 1, 2012 PH 250 799-5291 – email info@ccrd-bc.ca Tender closes 4pm Friday May 11, 2012 Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Any party owing monies to the CCRD must settle all debts before any tender documents, expressions of interest or applications for employment will be considered.
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36 locals for the Bella Coola Fun Walk/Run 2012 JANICE KYLE Seventy-nine year old continues to impress! Local Gord Hallam knocked 15 minutes off his 10 km walk time – down to 2 hours and 5 minutes. Wow! Fastest time this year was Tamara Hynd at 52 minutes. The fastest 5 km time went to 12 year old Aaron Scheck. The youngest 5 km runner was Kayley Clair. Interesting to note the largest age group represented was over 60 years. Hmmm… Many thanks to the staff at the Snootli Hatchery staff who
made their washrooms available to the participants. Also to our drummers and singers whose thrilling sounds inspired the 10 k-ers at the halfway point! Congratulations to Dana Drugan who, after training for two years, posted a respectable 1 hour 34 minutes at the Vancouver Sun Run event. Laverne & Craig, Dennis & Diedre Snow, Ken & Deseray Danielson, Art Saunders, Sylvia Brandt, Angela Short also attended the Vancouver Sun Run. (Apologies if I missed anyone! Please let me
Bella Coola Valley Ridge Riders Gymkhana/BCBRA dates: April 29 - Fun Day May 13 (Mother’s Day) - Gymkhana June 3 - Gymkhana June 17 - Gymkhana June 29 - Open rodeo gymkhana/ BCBRA races July 2 - BCBRA races July 15 - Gymkhana July 29 - Gymkhana August 12 - Gymkhana
know. ) Our pre-event spaghetti dinner honoured Best Attendance at our tri-weekly training sessions to the 10 km runner, Sandi Kenmuir (1:03) and Biggest Chooser participants, Brenda and Keith Smart: Brenda’s second 10 km walk! Congratulations to everyone who turned out and continue to look after their health. Take time to look at the YouTube “23 and a Half Hours.” It will inspire you to walk half an hour a day to keep healthy. That’s all it takes!
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The Fun-Runners get ready to start
SD #49 Superintendent accepts new position in Arrow Lakes SD #49 SCHOOL BOARD PRESS RELEASE At a special In-Camera meeting of Board of Education on March 5, 2012 the Board accepted, with regret, the resignation of Ms. Denise Perry, Superintendent of
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT TRAINING OPPORTUNITY ‘EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTRE – ESSENTIALS’ May 23rd-24th in Bella Coola The CCRD is hosting a two day Emergency Management BC sponsored training course addressing routine activities of an Emergency Operations Centre. For the past several years the CCRD Emergency Program has been required to activate its Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) to respond to real-time emergency events throughout our region. Recruiting knowledgeable individuals to assist in the EOC processes is of high importance to the regional district. This 2-day course provides a comprehensive understanding of how an Emergency Operation Centre functions and prepares individuals to become valuable participants in times of emergency. Registration forms are available from the CCRD administration office at 626 Cliff St. Bella Coola and posted on our web site www.ccrd-bc.ca Address inquiries to Wendy Kingsley PH 250 799-5291 Email info@ccrd-bc.ca
Schools/Secretary Treasurer/CEO. Denise has accepted the position as Superintendent/ Secretary Treasurer of School District No. 10 (Arrow Lakes) which she commences on June 15,2012. Board Chair, Russ Hilland notes: “Denise has provided leadership to our District for the past five and a half years. During that time her focus has been on student opportunities and success. “Her sound fiscal management has been invaluable during a time of declining enrollment, enabling
the Board to keep all 5 District schools open, maintain core academic programs, add trade programs and even get a new community gym at SAMS. Denise can be proud of her accomplishments in School District #49 and I want to take this opportunity to thank her for all that she's done for the Board, the community and most of all, for our students. “Please join me in congratulating Denise on her new position. Denise has made several changes which she will continue to support and implement until her depar-
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ture in the spring.” Superintendent/ Secretary Treasurer, Denise Perry comments: “My experiences in School District #49 have been wonderful; these past five and a half years have certainly been an education and opportunity to grow from. “I would like to thank the Board as well as the students, parents, staff at the district and school level as well as the greater community for their support and professionalism during my tenure. It has been my pleasure and honour to work with staff, students, parents, the community, and the Nuxalk, Heiltsuk, and Oweekeno Nations. It
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has been a pleasure for my daughter and I to make the 'valley' home. All the best to School District #49 in the future.” School District #49 (Central Coast) will be working with closely with Make a Future in the recruitment of Denise's replacement as we maintain focus and move forward on the student achievement agenda. Stakeholders will be consulted and more information will be forthcoming in the near future. On behalf of the Board of Education, we would like to thank her for all that she's done. Again, congratulations Denise and all the best in your future.
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Digital Storytelling project underway JANICE KYLE, COMMUNITY ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM COORDINATOR The Digital Story Project is now underway in the Bella Coola Valley! The Introductory evening and community dinner was held at Lobelco Hall on Tuesday, April 17. I welcomed the small crowd and thanked the many sponsors who have made this project come to life. Funding is through Vancouver Coastal Health SMART fund for three years. The funds will be overseen by the diligent and meticulous budgeting of Lori Campbell at the Bella Coola Valley Learning Society. The main responsibility lies with
PHLAG – members of Promoting Healthy Lifestyles Action Group whose hope is that this project will launch a new age way of preventing chronic disease. Digital skills are a very important aspect of literacy in this age. From the Community Adult Literacy Program perspective, I am delighted to say how this will enable many community members of all ages to explore new realms of their literacy abilities. As part of the project, youth leadership training will be offered this spring as well as three different youth groups to learn these exciting new skills. Our Senior Peer Counseling group will receive new “lay” counseling skills training for supporting the Elderly in April.
These groups build capacity and skill within our community. Adults may stay tuned for upcoming workshops to explore the use of computer programs, still photography and making videos. Liz Howard, Chairperson of PHLAG, explained what digital storytelling can look like; a multimedia approach to express a viewpoint, to explore many topics and/or to create works of art to share. Thanks to Keith Pootlass who once again presented a meal worth waiting for! Mulligan stew with kelp and bannock! Yumm! The highlights of the evening were the screening of “Our World Bella Coola”, short videos in the Nuxalk language by
students at Acwsalcta School. What a talented crew! “Cry Rock” was shown and we were all once again reminded of the talent of Banchi Hanuse. Her examination of passing on traditional stories orally versus using the multimedia approach was thought provoking. Consultation for day to day operations will be through a small steering committee. Anyone interested in helping with this aspect is welcome to contact Liz (250) 799-5613 or Janice (250) 799-5822 to join. For more information on workshops and project programs, please call Sarah Gowans, Project Coordinator, at (250) 999-4679 or leave a message at the New Leaf Learning Centre (250) 799-5822.
CCRD Board April meeting highlights BRIAN LANDE, CCRD CHAIR The Central Coast Regional District board of directors held its regular monthly meeting on April 12, 2012. The board approved the year’s strategic priorities, as derived from the strategic work plan, during this February’s planning session. While the entire work plan will be undertaken, the strategic priorities will further guide the efforts of staff in the implementation of the board’s goals. The board of directors was pleased
to recommend the appointment of Leonard Ellis from Bella Coola, and Mark Schlichting from Denny Island, to BC Ferries North Central Ferry Advisory Committee (FAC). The FAC includes membership from all communities in the Central and North Coast, as well as northern Vancouver Island, and provides an opportunity for input on ferry operations issues on behalf of the local communities. In addition to regular reports on regional district activities and ser-
vices, the board discussed at length, the processes undertaken by the Enbridge Northern Gateway Joint Review Panel, noting that notice of the opportunity to make submissions to the Panel was not publicized within the region. The board of directors resolved to lobby the Joint Review Panel to extend the deadline for receiving notice of submissions, and to publicize such opportunities and the associated deadlines. Approval was given to an application from the Bella Coola Valley Sustainable
Agricultural Society, for funding to assist in the provision of electric fencing materials and a fencing workshop. It is envisioned that materials and information will be made available at a subsidized rate, so as to encourage property owners to install bear deterrent fencing around
orchards and gardens in the Bella Coola Valley. A request was received from residents concerned about the impending installation of Smart Meters by BC Hydro. The board agreed that it would support individual residents’ choice on this matter, and has requested
that BC Hydro consider installation of the new meters to be optional. A number of bylaws were given final reading and adopted by the board, converting the authority for services including the Centennial Swimming Pool, Bella Coola Airport,
and Regional Parks, to bylaw, thus replacing the authority granted originally by Letters Patent. The next regular meeting of the board of directors will be held on May 10, 2012 in Bella Coola. The public is welcome to attend.
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Russell Gordon Weir December 11, 1930 - March 22, 2012 My Life with Gordie Gordie came to the Valley in 1980 and worked on our hospital. I met him while I was at work and asked him on a date to see a Little Theatre play. That was 31 years ago. We did the many trips to Vancouver for electrical business. Our first holiday was California, San Diego and Disneyland and through the Redwood Forest. From there we traveled the coast of Oregon, through Washington State and then home. We’ve been to Hay River, Ft. Providence and Yellowknife to meet Gordie’s sisters, nieces, & nephews. Alberta has a lot of relatives so we have been to that province quite a few times. We have done a bit of traveling in the States and been as far as Florida. Gordie & I have been to Cape Kennedy, Disney World, Grand Ole Oprey, Plantations, Dodge City, & Mt. Rushmore. Places I only dreamed about, Gordie made possible.One Christmas Gordie and I spent in Guadaloupe with Gordie’s son Bob & his wife Mimi. Beautiful islands, beaches, and the many beautiful flowers. On a trip to Manitoba we filmed a harvest of sugar beets or wheat, I can’t remember. We’ve been across Canada and seen the Great Lakes, Niagara Falls and Sault Ste. Marie where we watched the opening and closing of the locks. Also visited Quebec City, Ottawa and Halifax. Gordie’s son Bob moved to Sointula Island where his other son Nelson also lived. Sadly, Nelson passed away 6 years ago. Bob still lives on the island with his wife. We also spent time in Salmo visiting my mom & dad who have both passed away. I also have a sister in Salmo that we visit. Gordie loved my children, Debbie/ Stephen, Vanessa, Grant/Tansy, Guy, Lorne/Cathi & Shelley. He also loved the many grandchildren and the 2 great-granddaughters. Gordie & I had a great life together and he was so good to me and I was very protective of him. He will be missed by all of us. Love Always, Ruby & families would like to thank everyone for their help and support during this difficult time. Special thanks to Joy for organizing the food, Dee Dee, Bill & all the helpers at the Legion for making everything stress-free. Thank you to Mike Wigle for taking the family pictures.
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Eulachon, Part 2 of 2: Species management moving forward CHRISTINA BOUCHER For the past fourteen years, eulachon runs into the Bella Coola River have been so low that the run remains unharvestable. The decline of the eulachon has been the subject of study by many, including Megan Moody, member of the Nuxalk Nation and biologist specializing in the eulachon, as well as Wally Webber, member of the Nuxalk Nation and Marine Use Coordinator for the Nuxalk Nation Administration. This is the second part of a two-part article series on the eulachon on the Central Coast. The purpose of this article is to provide an update on what lies ahead in
the future concerning eulachon recovery and management. Present-day eulachon management issues In 2009, the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COESWIC) requested a stock report on the eulachon. COESWIC is a national organization with membership from provincial and territorial wildlife management agencies, the federal government, non-government scientists, and one representative from an Aboriginal Traditional Knowledge subcommittee. The mission of COESWIC is to determine the national status of Canadian wildlife species that are suspected of being at risk of extinction or extirpation.
Felicia Harris on being awarded the Governor General’s Academic Medal for 2010 - 2011
This medal is awarded for academic excellence to the student who achieves the highest average upon graduating from Secondary School. From your family, who are so proud of you And with appreciation to the many staff members of School Distict 49 who have helped and encourged Felicia over the years.
Once any species is labeled as endangered, threatened, or extirpated, a process is put in place for the governing agency (in this case DFO) to do a Recovery Potential Assessment (RPA) of the species. Following the RPA and other socio-economic impact assessments, a management plan is instituted for the species in question. In 2011, COESWIC assessed the eulachon in the Central Coast region as “Endangered.” In March 2011, DFO came out with an RPA document for the eulachon. Seeing as how the eulachon is so closely tied to Coastal First Nations culture (and additionally, seeing as how there is no commercial eulachon fishery currently in operation), it would stand to reason that Coastal First Nations would be heavily consulted in this process. The problem is, so far they haven’t been meaningfully consulted or involved in the process. Megan Moody explains: “We’re a bit upset about how the process has happened to date and how First Nations haven’t been involved from the beginning; for example, in the production of the RPA paper.” One point of contention is the how eulachon rivers are grouped by area. COESWIC has grouped rivers with eulachon into three Designatable Units (DUs): 1) the Skeena/Nass Rivers (near Prince Rupert),
2) the Fraser River (in the Interior and Lower Mainland), and 3) everything in between, or the Central Coast. Webber comments: “DFO is looking at the Central Coast as all of the area between the Fraser River and the Nass River, but in doing so, they’re mixing healthy eulachon runs with unhealthy eulachon runs. This grouping is unmanageable.” For example, First Nations communities in Knight’s Inlet and Kingcome Inlet (on the southern end of the Central Coast) still harvest eulachon, while the Nuxalk and Wuikinuxv have not seen harvestable numbers of eulachon in over a decade. Clearly, different plans are needed for these different areas. Another issue is the use of data from one area (DU) to make conclusions on a different area (DU). Moody is also skeptical of the methods used to draw conclusions in the RPA process: “A lot of the information used in the RPA is based on the Fraser River. Further, there is a lack of information in the RPA from the Central and North Coasts (in the form of local knowledge) which could have been included in the RPA . “DFO will admit they don’t have enough data, especially if you’re talking about abundance trends for the Central and North Coasts. The data they’ve used is from my thesis.
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This image of an eulachon was captured in the late 1990s But in some systems, there needs to be more information than this. The only way to get more is to go through historical archives or interview First Nations and local fishers.” Webber notes the issues that DFO should take into consideration when designing management plans for the eulachon: the size and diversity of eulachon runs within the Central Coast DU, and the need to involve First Nations from the beginning of the process, not just at the end – which is what has happened to date. Although DFO policy is written to promote inclusion of Aboriginal Traditional Knowledge (ATK), there is a gap between policy and the process to implement their policy. “DFO needs to listen,” Webber emphasizes, “And include the knowledge we have in a meaningful way.” The next steps Earlier this week there was a meeting held with DFO and Nuxalk community members. Look for coverage of this meet-
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ing in future Coast Mountain News issues. Moody comments: “DFO will potentially meet with First Nations communities several more times in order to talk about the process and answer questions regarding implications of an ‘Endangered’ listing to First Nations. DFO will also need to do a socioeconomic analysis of how a listing would impact user groups, looking at potential impacts to the shrimp trawl fishery and midwater trawl fisheries. ‘Allowable harm’ to eulachon may be allowed for activities such as scientific monitoring.” Moody hopes to increase community awareness about the importance of eulachon, current eulachon stock status, and the potential for eulachon to be listed under SARA. She believes that everyone’s goal is the same, to have eulachon return one day, and hopes that all parties can work together to achieve that goal. “It is critical to work with First Nations to make any
plans that are going to work to protect and recover the eulachon,” stresses Moody. “First Nations are not against conservation or the protection of the species, they just want it done in a respectful, inclusive manner where First Nations can be involved in the management of eulachon and lead the way to the recovery of the species.” Webber speaks from his experience as a DFO Patrolman for 15 years, from working on the Eulachon study in the Bella Coola River and the Kemano River in Haisla territory, BC, and from his current role with the Nuxalk Nation Administration. “The goal is to build a future management plan with the community on how to fish the eulachon, and how to recognize the signs of abundance.” [Editorial note: Many sincere thanks to Megan Moody and Wally Webber for their help in writing this article and helping get this important information out to the public.]
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Health Column: Eating fish DR. PAUL MARTIQUET, MEDICAL HEALTH OFFICER FOR RURAL VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH INCLUDING POWELL RIVER, THE SUNSHINE COAST, SEATO-SKY, BELLA BELLA AND BELLA COOLA With the spring weather starting to show itself, soon to be followed by summer, many people are getting their boats and fishing gear ready for the season. That’s as a good a reason as any to talk about eating fish as a regular part of your diet. Is fish good for us? It seems to be a common belief that indeed it is, but there are various studies that appear to contradict each other. Eating fish is good for your heart. And eating fried fish once a week or more increases the risk of heart failure by 49 per cent; and significantly raises the likeliness of a stroke. Is fish good for your heart or not? The main factor leading to this apparent contradiction is how the fish is cooked. Fried fish is inherently less good for you than baked, broiled or poached fish. Secondly, the best fish for your heart are those high
in omega-3 oils; fried fish is most often cod, haddock or other white fish, all tend to be low in omega-3s. Frying also reduces the levels of these oils. Frying also adds calories, especially if batter-fried —the breading absorbs more oil and calories— which in turn contributes to weight gain and additional health risks. And eating fried fish may also be a marker for other less healthy lifestyle choices like eating fewer fruits and vegetables and being less physically active With all these warnings in mind, you might be considering giving up fish altogether. Don’t! Fish is a wonderful part of a healthy diet, and even fried fish is okay once in a while, especially if served with a side of carrots or broccoli instead of fries. When choosing fish for a meal, choose those high in omega3s and it’s still best to broil, bake or poach. You should aim at two servings a week of non-fried, fatty fish such as salmon, trout, char, herring, mackerel and sardines. (Plant sources of omega-3 fats include walnuts and flax seeds.) Omega-3s may reduce risk of cardio-
vascular disease by decreasing inflammation and improving blood pressure and heart and the function of blood vessels. There is a proven association between eating fish and lower risk of heart failure, but studies do not prove the link, just the connection. If you do choose frying, use olive oil. It is more stable than other oils and forms fewer by-products, thus is more healthy. When oils are heated to high temperature, they form potentially harmful compounds, especially if the oil is reused over a long time. Use fresh oil each time you fry — admittedly, not always an option as in a restaurant. Eating fish has also been connected to brain health. Studies
have shown that regular consumption of fish results in the loss of fewer brain cells in the areas linked to short term memory. These are the same regions associated with Alzheimer’s; and a link has been made to lower risk for that disease with fish in the diet.
CALL FOR TENDERS Circulating pump replacement Centennial Pool The CCRD is seeking qualified tradespersons for the removal and replacement of the main pool circulating pump with a variable-speed programmable unit.
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Information packages will be available from the CCRD administration office at 626 Cliff St. Bella Coola and posted on our web site www.ccrd-bc.ca on Tuesday May 1, 2012 PH 250 799-5291 – email info@ccrd-bc.ca Tender closes 4pm Friday May 11, 2012 Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Any party owing monies to the CCRD must settle all debts before any tender documents, expressions of interest or applications for employment will be considered.
DEVELOPMENT OF A PROVINCE-WIDE PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR BC HYDRO’S FACILITIES The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to control vegetation within BC Hydro facilities, including substations, capacitor stations, microwave sites, repeater stations, data collection sites helipads, office buildings, and storage yards, pole yards, switchyards, dams, reservoirs, dikes, spillways, diversion channels, penstocks, hydroelectric generating stations, thermal generating stations, diesel generating stations, gas turbine stations, cable termination sites, gravel pits/quarries, leased lands for generation development drill sites, till sites, rinse stations, climate stations, existing and proposed transportation corridors and access roads to facilities, using the principles of integrated pest management. The vast majority of these sites are fenced compounds and restricted access areas. The pest management methods proposed for use include: tree removal, girdling, mowing, weed-trimming, hand-pulling, pruning, grassseeding, parasitic insects (bio-control) and herbicide application. The Pest Management Plan for Management of Vegetation at BC Hydro Facilities # 16-12-2012 applies to facilities within BC Hydro’s service area. The proposed duration of the PMP is from May 10, 2012 to May 10, 2017.
The CCRD is seeking tradespersons to perform various maintenance, small repair and construction projects at their properties in the Bella Coola Valley. The following trades are invited to submit tender packages: Electrical - Plumbing - Carpentry Drywall - Painting - Gardening Information packages will be available from the CCRD administration office at 626 Cliff St. Bella Coola and posted on our web site www.ccrd-bc.ca on April 26, 2012 PH 250 799-5291 – email info@ccrd-bc.ca Closes 4 pm Tuesday, May 8, 2012 Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Any party owing monies to the CCRD must settle all debts before any tender documents, expressions of interest or applications for employment will be considered.
The common name and trade name of the pesticides proposed for use under this plan include: glyphosate (Roundup Transorb HC, Roundup Transorb Liquid , Roundup WeatherMAX , Vantage, Vantage Plus Max II, Vantage XRT etc.), diuron (Karmex DF), simazine (Princep 9T), dicamba (Vanquish, Banvel VM), dicamba plus diflufenzopyr (Overdrive), amitrole (Amitrol 240), imazapyr (Arsenal), triclopyr (Garlon 4, Garlon Ultra, Garlon XRT), chlorsulfuron (Telar), aminoyralid (Milestone), clopyralid (Transline, Lontrel 360), flumioxazin (Payload), metsulfuron methyl (Escort), metsulfuron methyl plus aminopyralid (Clearview), mesulfuron methyl, aminopyralid plus fluroxypyr plus metsulfuron (Siteline), trifluralin (Biobarrier), and picloram plus 2, 4-D (Tordon 101). Application methods include: foliar applications, basal bark applications, squirt bottle, injection tools, backpack, power hose spray gun, boom sprayer, cut-surface treatment, hack-and-squirt and wick/wipe-on applicator. A draft copy of the PMP may be examined in detail by asking the person named at the following locations: Tara McCormick
400 Madsen Road, Nanaimo, B.C., V9R 5M3
tara.mccormick@bchydro.com 250 755 4778
Rene Roddick Rhonda Kariz
8475 128th Street, Surrey V3W 0G1 1401 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon V1T 8S4
rene.roddick@bchydro.com rhondakariz@bchydro.com
604 543 1533 250 549 8582
Erik Swanson
3333 22nd Avenue, Prince George, V2N 1B4
erik.swanson@bchydro.com
250 563 4863
To view the plan online visit bchydro.com/pmp. A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant within 30 days of the publication of this notice.
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Norwegian Heritage House & Bella Coola Valley Tourism host spring cleaning PRESS RELEASE, BELLA COOLA VALLEY TOURISM At 10 am on a warm, sunny Sunday morning, April 15, 2012, the Norwegian Heritage Society, in partnership with Bella Coola Valley Tourism, hosted their annual spring cleaning work bee. “It doesn’t take that long,” said June Vosburgh, president of the Heritage Society and BCVT Director, “and many hands make light work.” Buckets and mops, ladders, rakes, hammers and a bobcat were just some of the tools the volunteers brought to the job. In less than four hours, the crew had raked the yard, rearranged mounds of soil pushed out of place in the 2010 flood, trimmed the trees and shrubs, rebuilt the raised flower bed, and fastened some sturdy window boxes to the front windows, made from recycled lumber. Inside, windows sparkled, drapes were carefully washed and re-hung, table cloths freshly laundered, floors washed, and shelves dusted. The air was rich with “remember when’s” and laughter as the workers shouldered the heavy work. For several years, lack of funding has prevented the Heritage Society from opening the carefully preserved heritage site during the tourism season except by appointment. At the same time, Bella Coola Valley Tourism has long sought a permanent home for their Visitor Information Booth (VIB). In a win/win situation for both not-for-profit community organizations the Norwegian Heritage House annex will now house the VIB during the summer season. BCVT directors are excited with the opportunity to have this beautiful heritage site open to the public.
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“I know I speak for the directors of BCVT when I say this,” affirms Leonard Ellis, Vice President of BCVT, “Thank you to the Norwegian Heritage Society for allowing Bella Coola Valley Tourism to set up their Visitor Information Booth in the Norwegian Heritage House facility!” Regarding the spring cleanup, Leonard goes on to express his personal thanks to “… all that helped to make this happen and to all that came out and worked so hard on the Spring Clean-up.” Regarding the VIB plans for the future he relates that the facility “… will be opening soon and given it is a Tourist attraction in itself, I am sure it will be a busy place.” Staff of the VIB will be trained to guide visitor’s through the Heritage House at scheduled times, while representatives of the Heritage Society will continue to guide the larger group tours. Stop by after June 1 and have a look at the unique VIB.
Visit our website: www.eaglelodgebc.com
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f homemade meals f Swedish massage, hot stone massage, reflexology Look for the sign f ATV tours f hot tub on Hwy 20 f fishing, kayak/canoeing Contact Daniel and Heidy ~ www.atnarko.ca May to November phone ~ (250) 742-3742
Chilcotin's Waterfront Resort & Motel
Located on the shores of picturesque Nimpo Lake
• 3 new log chalets Modern conveniences • 6-unit motel in a rustic setting • 6 RV sites Visit online: www.chilcotin.bc.ca/waterfront Email:waterfront_resort@hotmail.com Phone: 1-888-742-3303
Deluxe, private accommodations in a spectacular wilderness setting on the Bella Coola River 4x4 vehicle rentals on-site Your Hosts: Stephen & Cheryl Waugh 1-877-982-2424 www.suntree.ca
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An aerial shot of the Valley taken September 22, 2010 - this is perhaps the last picture before September's 2010 for many
massive flood Bella Coola residents - certainly the defining moment ‘Operation Santa’ of delivers some Christm as cheer to flood In addition to the affected families Ministry of Transportatio Associates donated n’s $4,000 to ity, other BCGEU generosA joint effort by the Flood Relief at the Williams numerous employees Bank
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Lake hospital account agencies resulted from various provincial to be used for firewood, also sent local householders in an early minisfurnace Beeline gifts to the valley via Christmas for many tries including fuel and hay. October through in from mid Courier. the Corrections November last fall’s tremendousvictims of Branch, Client Many people purchased and December. Earlier that week Services Branch, flood. The first group Michel At the Ministry specific items that Ministry of Environment, Bazille (CEO of to arrive was a the Bella Coola families had six-person Transportation of Ministry of Forests indicated their Hospital), and crew from the Mennonite and children would and Range, some Infrastructure office Ministry of Agriculture appreciate including pital staff delivered of the hos- Disaster Service. and gift blankets Hosed at Lake, Leanna Illinickiin Williams Lands, and the mets, skates, board bikes, hel- that had been the Community Integrated Land and donated games and Church in Loreen Russell Management Bureau clothing. affected households, to flood Hagensborg these organized men helped which had fourteen project that substituted a part in the project, took been donated by Leanna loaded householders with as did their two pick-up Vancouver usual staff gift exchange their union. trucks with the Coastal Health cleanup and reconstruction gifts employees in in favour of buying ered them to Bella and delivInterior Roads, Vancouver. during the nine gifts for floodDawson days affected families. Construction, Triton volunteers used Coola where were in the valley. that they The Bella Coola the Mormon Flood Environmental Church Hall to Restoration Committee In mid-Novembe and Binnie organize and r volunwas distribute them. also able to organize Employees SEE MANY unteer work crews two volON PAGE 3 that assisted
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T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of a qualified Machinist. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250286-9502. Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com WANTED: Servers, bartenders, barrista’s & cooks @ Telegraph Cove Resorts Ltd. Send resume to Box 1, Telegraph Cove, BC V0N 3J0. Fax: 250-928-3105 or email: tcrltd@island.net. Attn: Taso.
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1994 Honda Accord. Leather, CD changer, remote start. $700. Call 250-302-1750 or 250-398-6550.
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Coast Mountain News Thursday, April 26, 2012
Canadians are living longer and costs for the Old Age Security (OAS) are rising. On April 1, 2023 the Government of Canada plans to start raising the age of eligibility for OAS and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) from 65 to 67.*
What does this mean for you? 54 or older as of March 31, 2012
You may still obtain OAS/GIS at age 65
53 or younger as of March 31, 2012
The age of eligibility for OAS/GIS will change gradually between 2023 and 2029
Starting in July 2013, Canadians who are eligible for, but not yet receiving OAS will have the flexibility to delay receiving it in exchange for a higher monthly amount at a later date.
The number of working-age Canadians for every senior is decreasing** 6
The number of working-age Canadians per senior is decreasing, placing additional pressure on the OAS program.
5 4 3 2 1 0 1990
2012
2030
**Source: 9th Actuarial Report on the Old Age Security Program
For a free brochure or more information visit www.ServiceCanada.gc.ca/retirement or call 1 800 O-Canada (TTY 1-800-926-9105) *Subject to parliamentary approval