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Mt. Milligan gets approvals
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The Mt. Milligan Mine has been approved for the construction of a permanent camp on site and moving the ore load-out to Mackenzie. The Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) issued the amendments on March 5 which will allow for approval of both requested amendments to the environmental assessment certificate (EAC) for Mt. Milligan, including a 450-person camp at the mine site for the life of the mine. “We’re very happy to have concluded the process and to have been given the approval to build the permanent operations camp,” said Jocelyn Fraser, director of corporate responsibility for Thompson Creek Metals. The original EAC gave the mine approval for a camp only during the construction phase and the ore load-out facility was originally planned and approved for the industrial area north of Fort St. James. The operations camp will be restricted to four hectares in size, and will allow for the workers to be housed on site during their shift while the mine is in operation. Community information sessions held during the construction phase had previously stated there would be no camp during operations and shifts would encourage workers to live in communities located near the mine. Thompson Creek Metals, the company which bought out Terrane Metals, had applied for the amendments on April 16, 2012, citing longer commute times and difficulty in recruiting operational staff as leading to the need for the camp. “We think the camp will be helpful in allowing us to
expand that employment catchment area,” said Fraser, adding some local employees will also likely choose to stay at the camp instead of having to commute each day. So far, the company has hired 278 of the estimated 450 operations staff needed, 69 who call Mackenzie home, 62 Fort St. James, 34 Prince George, 19 Fraser Lake and five from Burns Lake. The reasons the company cited for the move of the load-out facility included the existence of a Kemess load-out in Mackenzie which is currently not being used, the ability to stay off public roads and the possibility to haul 100 per cent axle weight year-round to Mackenzie. Thompson Creek has not yet completed negotiating a lease with Kemess, but the approval includes the potential for the construction of a new load out near the Kemess facility. The District of Fort St. James had made detailed submissions to the Environmental Assessment Office regarding the proposed changes to the EAC, some of which were addressed in part of the approved amendments, some of which were not. “Some of our concerns were deemed to be outside the amendment,” said Economic Development Officer Emily Colombo who worked on the submission to the EAO. One of the concerns the District of Fort St. James cited was the impact the potential additional traffic could have on local infrastructure if the majority of out-oftown employees are driving in or out each week to catch the bus into camp. This concern was addressed through the designation of a permanent representative from Mt. Milligan on the Fort St. James Transportation Committee.
In addition, the District cited concerns the camp could create social impacts on the workers and the area communities. The conditions for the amendment included the creation of a Social Effects Monitoring and Adaptive Management Plan (SE Plan) by July 1, 2013. The plan must include ways to monitor and assess possible negative social effects on workers and nearby communities and ways to address these effects. Pressures on community services, infrastructure, substance abuse and family and community safety must all be looked at. The conditions for the camp include the provision that workers must have the option to commute from Mackenzie or Fort St. James and workers cannot engage in hunting, fishing or gathering activities while residing at the camp and must not have recreational vehicles located at or near the camp either. Requests for evidence of the predicted $4.1 million in municipal tax revenue during mine construction, to break out contract opportunities for camp construction, and a request to discuss ways municipalities could maximize local benefit from the project were deemed outside the scope of the EAO. Colombo said she learned a lot from the process about needing to separate impacts from benefits, because when communities are weighing out impacts versus benefits for these projects in the early stages, they need to realize benefits are not promises and may not materialize in the way first expected. Both Mayor Rob MacDougall and Nak’azdli Chief Fred Sam did not respond to interview requests prior to press time.
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Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad recently stood up against a parks bill in the legislature, but Rustad said he’s not against parks, or even the bill itself. Instead, Rustad said his point was to draw attention to the lack of a clear plan or target for parks in British Columbia. “It’s great that we have the park system we have, I don’t even mind the idea of seeing the parks that we have expanded, but the question is, when do we have enough parks in British Columbia?” said Rustad. Instead, Rustad said he wants to see a target set which would then be managed, making sure the resources are in place to manage the parks and protected areas. If the target of protected land was met, priorities would have to be weighed in cases where other areas warranted protection. “Maybe it becomes the situation of an exchange,” he said. The amendments to the parks bill his government was passing included the addition of 260,000 hectares of land into parks. “As you can imagine, it starts to get very very difficult to undertake forestry or other activities if we are continually eroding the land base from which they can operate on,”
said Rustad. This comes after the province’s auditor general released a report condemning the province’s protection of biological diversity. “A person could argue that every square inch of the province is a unique ecological biodiverse component of the province, but the question is how much land do we want to put aside that supports the core fabric of what British Columbia is ... and what do we set aside for other activities that support communities and families and the revenue that we need to support the very parks that we’re creating?” said Rustad. “Where’s the balance?” People talk about the cumulative impacts of resource development, perhaps we should be looking at the cumulative impact of constraints and restrictions on our land base as well.” If the people in the province want to protect 50 per cent of the land base, Rustad said the decision should be made and there will be consequences, but there will be certainty for industry trying to bring forward projects and investing in their development. BC Conservative candidate for Nechako Lakes Dan Brooks, however, sees the issue differently. “We don’t need to have a conversation
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To an icon Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier I will always have a special place in my heart for Stompin’ Tom Connors. The man, beyond being a Canadian icon, created some seriously entertaining and fun music which celebrated this big, amazing, diverse country, and his life story also made an impact on me. I do not think I really appreciated Stompin’ Tom’s music properly until after I read his first autobiography “Stompin’ Tom: Before the Fame.” My grandfather loaned me the book, and I remember getting the sense my grandfather felt a sort of envy towards Connors as he told me about the book. Now, my grandfather was absolutely one of my favourite people in the entire world, and pretty much anything he said made an impression on me, so I was intrigued. Well what a book, and what a story. I imagine my grandad felt a sort of kinship with Connors on one level, grandad having left home and school at a similarly young age similar to Connors’ to catch a train, heading away from small-town Saskatchewan
in the thirties to look for work. Stompin’ Tom came from a childhood rife with hardship too and after fleeing loveless foster care, he began a life of wandering across the entire country hitchhiking and hopping trains, with no desire to settle down and get a “real job” or other responsibilities. The book gave me an entirely different perspective on Stompin’ Tom’s music, and I approached his songs with new appreciation and have been a bigger fan ever since. A dedicated advocate for Canada, his songs have helped to weave the very fabric of this country together. Canadians in British Columbia, I believe, can feel a kinship with PEI after hearing Bud The Spud, and we can all appreciate the blue-collar charm envisioned by “Sudbury Saturday Night.” Many provinces also lay claim to Connors creating yet another bond across the distances, he moved around so much it would seem he had a bit of every province in his blood. Younger artists like Tim Hus and Corb Lund can carry on the torch Connors lit for them, but no one can ever replace the one and only Stompin’ Tom.
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Staff Sargeant Paul Thalhofer (left) presented Mayor Rob MacDougall with his Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal before a council meeting on Feb. 27. Ruth Lloyd/Caledonia Courier
Editor: I just wanted to thank my beautiful wife, Terri-Lee and my four children for their continued support as I carry out my duties as mayor for the District of Fort St. James. I want to thank the mayors, councillors, and administration staff past and present for their hard work, dedication and support throughout the years I have been on council and I want to thank the residents of Fort St.
James for showing their confidence in me by electing me as their mayor. It is because of each and everyone of you that I have had the privilege of being awarded the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal at our council meeting. It is both an honourable and humbling experience that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Mayor Rob MacDougall
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RCMP report Impaired driver On Feb. 28, RCMP were at a residence where a Blue Ford pickup was parked, and occupants were drinking. The same vehicle was later seen by RCMP and the driver was pulled over. The driver admitted she had been consuming alcohol but refused to provide a breath sample. The driver was given a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition from driving and the vehicle was impounded and will be kept for 60 days. Minor collision On Mar. 1, a single motor vehicle collision occurred in Tache. The driver reportedly drove into a fence post after hitting a patch of ice at the school. No injuries resulted from the incident and RCMP are not recommending charges. Assault On March 1, just before 6 p.m., RCMP members were approached by an Overwaitea employee to deal with a customer.
A man in the line up had reportedly become pushy and was drinking in public when he was asked to leave by the cashier. The man responded by throwing an open bottle of liquor at the cashier. RCMP located the suspect and arrested him, and are recommending charges of breach of undertaking, assault with a weapon and mischief under $5,000 for the damage to goods when the bottle of alcohol was thrown. The suspect has been released on conditions. Domestic On March 2 just after 3 a.m., RCMP responded to an abandoned 9-1-1 call in Tache. A woman at the scene when RCMP arrived reported she had an argument with her partner. It was discovered the man was on conditions not to have contact with the woman and RCMP are now recommending charges of forcible confinement, three counts of breach of an undertaking, assault and breach of recognizance as a result of their investigation. RCMP are seeking a warrant for the man's arrest. Mischief x 2 On March 2 at 8:37 a.m., RCMP received a
report of a stolen 2012 Ford Explorer. The man reporting the theft said a set of keys was missing but he did not know who took the vehicle. During the course of their investigation, RCMP now believe the man had attempted to stop his wife from driving the night before because she was impaired, however, while he was trying to stop her, the vehicle hit another vehicle. The two reportedly left the scene. At shortly before 2 p.m the next day, RCMP found the vehicle and female driver and she failed a roadside screening test. The woman was brought to the precinct where breath samples produced measurements of .15 per cent and .14 per cent. She has been released on a promise to appear. In a similar incident, on March 3, a man reported his truck gone from his friend's house. Upon investigation, RCMP believe the man was driving the vehicle with friends after drinking and rolled it. The vehicle was located at the corner of Mountain View and Green View on Nak'azdli Reserve.
RCMP are investigating the incident as possible impaired driving and public mischief. Tache Robinhood? RCMP responded to a reported break and enter at the Tl'azt'en Band Office in Tache on March 4. Staff reported a theft upon arriving to work at 8:15 a.m. when they discovered someone had broken into the office and stolen $1,500 in Overwaitea gift cards from the safe. A suspect was located and arrested and he reported he gave the cards away to others in the community. Helping hand RCMP responded to a 9-1-1 call at 3:30 a.m. at 55 km on the North Road. A single vehicle accident had resulted in the lone woman in the vehicle sustaining some injuries to her arm. Mt. Milligan's Polar Medical provided first aid to the injured woman and transported her to meet up with ambulance services. RCMP reported poor road conditions at the time, and no criminal charges are being considered.
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Courier Fort players excel at junior level
Submitted Jeremy Julian, Adrian Coulter, Cole Prince, Byron Sam, Jack Burgart, Brett Leidl, and Matty Saharchuk have all grown up playing minor hockey for the Fort St James Stars. We have all seen them light up the Fort Forum with their dazzling hockey skills over the years as minor hockey players. This year all seven players were playing junior hockey in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) which is no small feat. We are all very proud of the achievements of these young men having left home at their young ages and playing hockey and going to school in different towns. They each excelled with their respective teams, all making the first round of playoffs. Adrian Coulter, 19 years old, and Jack Burgart, 17 years old, helped their team, the Princeton Posse, to their first round of playoffs. Jack Burgart played a shutout winner in their
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old, and Jeremy Julian, League finishing his sea19 years old, played son with 60 points as the with all heart for the Co- scoring leader for his team lumbia Valley Rockies, and points leader. who forced the Fernie He helped his team Ghostriders to six games, win their first round of finally succumbing to playoffs against his good them 4-2 in the first round friend Cole Prince and the of playoffs. Kamloops Storm. Brett Leidl, 18 years They are now into old, plays for the Castle- the second round vs. the gar Rebels. Sicamous Eagles startAs a young player he ing March 4. Matty and helped his team come first Brett’s games can be place in the entire league watched on the KIJHL this season. They defeat- website under webcasts ed the Spokane Braves in for all interested hockey their first round of play- fans. offs. They are now into On behalf of your the second round of play- hometown fans in Fort offs against the Beaver St. James we extend our Valley Nitehawks starting warmest congratulations March 4. We wish Leidl to Cole, Adrian, Byron, North Okanagan Knights’ Matty Saharchuk (in and his team all the best. Jack and Jeremy who white) struggles for control of the play during KIJ Matty Saharchuk, 17 are home now. We are Hockey League action Sunday at Nor-Val Sports years old, plays for the so proud of all your hard Centre. North Okanagan Knights work and talent. And we Natalia Vignola/Morning Star in Armstrong, BC. all wish Brett and Matty third playoff game, win- mloops Storm, to make He won Rookie of the all the best health and ning 4-0 for his team. first round of playoffs as Year as a 17-year-old for strength as they continue Adrian Coulter was the well. the Okanagan/Shuswap their playoff hockey. Go captain of their team leadPrince played with Conference of the KIJHL Stars! ing them in the victory. great skill against his good They fought a good friend Matty Saharchuk in fight ending their series the first round and they with loss at 4-1. fought hard, bringing the Cole Prince, 18 years Knights to five games beold, played outstanding, fore going down. helping his team, the KaByron Sam, 18 years Get the training and support you
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At the Provincial Championships for high school ski and snowboarding, the Fort Falcons brought home a weighty haul of medals. The races took place at Hudson Bay Mountain March 4-6 and included giant slalom and ski and board cross races, with both times used to create a combined time. Results: Falcon Girls ski team finished third overall in the province Gabriela Willick was seventh among girls skiers in the province overall Kaitlan Goodwin was ninth among girl Back row left to right: Andrew Faullus, Oscar Croucher, Mackenzie Moeller, Brooke skiers in the province overall Dunkley, Ashley Woodley. Front Row left to right: Rylee Flynn, Melissa Hilde, Shelby Falcon Girls snowboard team placed Legebokoff, Kaitlan Goodwin, Gabriela Willick, Sara King, Quintanna Paziuk, Rebec- first in the Giant Slalom, second in the cah Gauthier, Jazmyn Dionne, Sarah Grill. Front Row: Kaylee Walstrom. boarder cross and finished second overall in Izzy Willick Photo the province
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Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier The Regional District of Bulkley Nechako (RDBN) presented their 2013 draft budget to Fort St. James mayor and council Feb. 13. The $5.7 million budget was presented by Hans Berndorff, Financial Administrator, Gail Chapman, Chief Administrative Officer, Bill Miller, the Director for Burns Lake Rural, and Tom Greenaway, Director for Fort St. James Rural. Their presentation highlighted some of the services the regional district provides and contributes to in the region and in Fort St. James itself, such as solid waste management and supporting the fire department and library. Regionally in 2013, the RDBN is planning to be involved in working on improving high speed internet access and cell phone coverage, First Nations relationship building and improvements at regional landfills, and financial planning for hospital facility replacements in Fort St. James, Fraser Lake and Vanderhoof. For 2013, the RDBN has $310,000 in capital expenditures planned, and with the agreement the province will pay for the majority of the new hospital in Burns Lake, along with the money the RDBN has been putting aside for a number of years, the new hospital is not expected to result in any long-term
jected to rise, due to how taxes are calculated, the actual taxes paid by a homeowner on a $100,000 property is in fact projected to decrease due to the large amounts of industrial development in the region, which result in a greater tax base to Hans Berndorff, Financial Administrator of the Regional District of Bulkely Nechako presented the 2013 budget to the District of Fort St. James mayor and council on Feb. 13. Ruth Lloyd/Caledonia Courier
borrowing for the region at this time. The projected change in taxation for regional services will depend on whether or not the taxpayer is in a rural area
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draw from. This effect decreases over time as the assets of the developments depreciate. The budget must be adopted by March 31 and anyone wishing to find out more about the budget can call the RDBN toll-free at 1-800-320-3339.
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Upcoming Programs Apply Now for Fall Program Starts Social Service Worker Certificate Do you enjoy helping those in need? With a Social Service Certificate, you can find work in residential child/ adult care services, women’s programs, group homes, shelters, First Nations social services organizations, and more. Vanderhoof Campus – Starting in September 2013
Administrative Assistant Certificate (ABT) As a trained administrative assistant, you’ll have the confidence to compete in today’s highly-skilled workforce in one of these rewarding careers: office clerk, receptionist, administrative assistant, office manager, executive assistant, small business owner. Vanderhoof Campus - Starting in September 2013
Pipe Trade – Foundation The need for skilled workers regionally, provincially and nationally has been news for more than three years. This ITA foundation-level program will prepare you for entry-level employment in the piping trades: plumbing, steamfitter/pipefitter, gasfitter and sprinkler installation. Vanderhoof Campus - Starting in October 2013
Professional Cook Level 1 Fast-paced and rewarding, a career as a professional cook lets you express your creativity. You’ll find jobs at hotels, exotic resorts, cruise ships and local restaurants. Fort St. James Campus - Starting in May 2013
Welding – C, B, and A Levels As a welding C graduate, you’ll be qualified for a variety of jobs in the construction and metal working industries. With advancing technology, welding equipment and techniques are constantly changingit’s important for welders to keep their skills updated. Fort St. James Campus – Starting September, 2013
For information or to apply contact your local CNC campus. Vanderhoof 250-567-3200 Fort St. James 250-996-7019 Fraser Lake 250-699-6249 Check the website at www.cnc.bc.ca/nechako .
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DRIFTERS MINI DUDE FARM “HOME OF THE MINIATURES” A PETTING FARM AT ITS BEST A variety of critters, large and small, out of the ordinary feathered fowl, including peacocks, geese, ducks, etc. Ferrets, rabbits and guinea pigs. Babies arriving spring and summer, and always trying to add something new and interesting to the farm. Located at 14166 Meadowdale Road, 1.2 km off of the Blackwater, 15 min. east of Vanderhoof. VISIT US @ www.driftersminidudefarm.com
e r e H s i g Sprin Spring Kick off at the Vanderhoof C-Store Nestle Novelty Ice Cream ...........ONLY $1.50 Flo n Go Combo - reg 39.99 ...........................$20.00 30 lb Propane Tanks - reg 69.99 ......................$50.00 Little Tree Air Fresheners - All scents reg 1.49.... $1.00 Plus Spring Cleaning Bargain Bins (All savings while quantities last)
Agro/Lumber Ready to assemble in your yard: 8x8 Gable Roof Poly Shed - reg 1199.00 ........................................SALE $999.00 Poly Base for above shed - reg 299.00 ...........................................SALE $199.00 Above items also available assembled for delivery ..................................................... $1348.00
Vanderhoof and Districts Co-op 188 E Stewart St, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0
Phone: 250-567-4414
Hardware Selected linoleum remnants in stock, minimum 10% savings come talk to John. 25-75% savings on clearance merchandise...tools, electronics, lawn and garden supplies, ornaments, and more. All available from our spring cleaning table. Hexagon shaped greenhouse with shelves.Walk in size - reg 179.99 ....... SPECiAL $99.97 Larger walk in greenhouse also available - reg 184.99 ..............................SPECiAL $129.97 Cedar chests - reg 229.99 ...........................................................................SPECiAL $129.97 RochesteR catalogues aVaIlaBle NoW, BooK YouR BIRDs NoW, aND PuRchase all oF YouR NecessaRY suPPlIes to KeeP YouR BIRDs healthY aND haPPY. Housewares ANNuAL SPRiNg SCRAtCH ‘N DENt SALE Lots of Great Deals. Great Assortment of Products. Come to your Co-op Food Floor & Check It Out!
Petro Centre - 909 Hwy 16 West Clear Kerosene 18.9 lt pail - reg 49.99 .............................................................SALE $42.99 Solvent Parts Cleaner 18.9 lt pail - While quantities last reg 56.99 ........................SALE $49.99 Oil Buddies 11 fits 5 litre jug - reg 3.99 ..........................................................SALE $2.99 or ...FREE with purchase of any four 5 litre jugs of oil Oil Buddies 11 fits 1 litre jug - reg 3.99 ..........................................................SALE $2.99 or ...FREE with purchase of any twelve 1 litre jugs of oil We have some Diesel Motor Oil (DMO CI-4 Spec) Engine Oil left
(suitable for older gas and diesel engines) ( While quantities last)
DMO 30 W, 12/1 litre - reg 46.56.......................................................................SALE $39.95 DMO 15 W40 110 litre drum - reg 388.30.................................................... SALE $339.00 DMO 10 W30 205 litre drum - reg 721.60.................................................... SALE $669.00 Assorted Baldwin Filters .............................................................................................50% off Bring in your filter numbers and we’ll cross reference them for you (While quantities last)
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Employment Trades, Technical EXPERIENCED CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WANTED JDS Energy and Mining Ltd. is undertaking a number of different mining construction projects in BC and the Canadian north later this year. We are currently recruiting labor and trades people who are interested in working on these projects. People with experience in Industrial Construction in the fields of Laborer, Carpentry, Millwright or Welding & Pipefitting are invited to submit their resumes by mail, fax or email to our office at: Suite 200, 532 Leon Ave Kelowna B.C. V1Y 6J6, Attn: Human Resources Fax # 250 763-6302. Email resumes to hr@jdsmining.ca
Services
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Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’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.
Pets & Livestock
Pets CKC RGST. Great Pyrenees Pups 9 wks. old 1st. shots, Hlth guar. $1200, free delivery. Vet chk. www.kindercubkennel.com 250998-4697
Merchandise for Sale
Auctions AUCTION SALE
Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 10 a.m. Decker Lake Hall. Furniture, antiques, collectable’s, tools, tack, vehicles, equipment etc. Sale conducted by,
For more information: Richie at (250) 698-7377 or (250) 698-7351 More detailed list closer to sale date.
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Auctions
Heavy Duty Machinery
Apt/Condo for Rent
Antiques, Furnishings & Collectibles Auction
Sale conducted on behalf of several Estates SALE 1 March 16, 2013 Saturday @ 11:00 am. Coast Inn of the West Banquet Room, 4620 Lakelse Ave, Terrace, BC ANTIQUES & FURNISHINGS: Couch & loveseat’s, bedroom suites, bunk beds, rocking chairs, dining room suites & china hutch’s, new glass top coffee & end tables, inlaid antique claw foot coffee table, other misc. coffee tables & end tables, antique bar, Victorian chairs, misc. kitchen chairs & occasional chairs, roll top desk, corner hutch, display cabinets, leather Wingback chair & ottoman. There is a supply of misc. antique items, overstuffed recliners. ANTIQUE HORSE GEAR: There is a very large selection of antique horse gear that includes, sleigh bells, collars, hames etc. NATIVE & TRADITIONAL ART: Large selection of Native Art including hides, drums, facemasks, leather art & clothing, moccasins, paddles, selection of framed painted art & pictures. BANK NOTE & COINS: Large selection of coins collections & Sets, individual coins & bank notes, US, Canadian & other country coins. HOUSEHOLD & MISC COLLECTABLE’S: Dolls, clocks, floor & table lamps, candelabra’s, fiddle & other misc. musical instruments, brass music stand, brass, pewter, wrought iron collectable’s, glassware & vases, Antique horn, swords, display pistol, carvings, oil lamps, watches, jewelry, military medals. This sale has a large & excellent quantity of new and used items, antiques & collectable’s. This is a partial listing, so look for future advertising as there are more items to come. Please view website for pictures of all scheduled sales. Consignments welcome. If you would like to consign any items contact Mikes Auction. Condition of Sale. Terms: cash & cheque with identification, sorry no credit cards. Items are As Is Condition ~ Not responsible for accidents. There will be a concession on Site. SALE 2 Antiques, Furnishings & Collectibles Auction. April 20, 2013 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Francios Lake Hall, Francios Lake, BC. South of Burns Lake, Intersection of Hwy 35 & Colleymount Road. SALE 3 Industrial Machinery, Equipment & Tool Auction. May 25, 2013 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Topley Garage, Topley, BC. Intersection of Hwy 16 & Hwy 118 to Granisle. Any question Please Contact:
Mike Steinebach @ (250) 694-3497 or Cell (250) 692-6107 Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 or Cell (250) 570-2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net. Website: www.mikesauction.net
A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! Also Damaged 40’ $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for Sale For Sale Passap duomatic knitting machine manual w/stand. Pattern books, tools, cover. $200 Tapestry frame, 40x72 $100 250 564-8482, Prince George HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
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HILLCREST apts. Lg. 1 & 2bdrm suites. Clean and quiet. Adult orientated,Security system,Strict Management,no pets ph# 250-996-7854 Lakeview Apartments 752 Stuart Dr. W. Fort St. James. 2bdrm apt. Newly renovated. Quiet, clean building. Adult oriented. no pets R.R. Avail. now 250-996-4073 or 250-996-7598
Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com Townhouses Stuart Lake Townhouses Newly renovated, family oriented, 3 bdrm, 2 bath with basement, 2 parking stalls, No dogs. Ref Req’d 250-996-4073 or 250-996-7598
Transportation
Boats 15’ Welded aluminum boat, 6’10” wide, 44 inches deep v-hull with stand up fisherman’s top, sst steering lights horn bilge pump. Boats are new. Trailers available. $6750. Chilliwack 250-244-1704 quintrex@telus.net
Legal Notices
Northern Interior Forest Products Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) Amendment #4 The Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) amendment #4 for licenses A77813 and A59071 is available for review and comment. This amendment is to extend the current FSP to 2018. This plan can be reviewed Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm at the KDL office @ 561 Stuart Drive, Fort St. James B.C. Questions or comments are received by John-Paul Wenger, RPF @ jwenger@kdlgroup. net (250) 996-8032 ext 33.
NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE WL255 Please be advised that Sherry R. Boschman is proposing to remove 16.3 hectares of private land from Woodlot Licence WL255 located in the vicinity of N.W. 1/4, District Lot 1665, Range 5 Coast District. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Sherry R. Boschman, Box 1111, Fort St. James, BC by March 27, 2013. Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Sherry R. Boschman, Box 1111, Fort St. James, BC.
NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND I<>@JK<I KF;8P WOODLOT 1883 FROM
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Please be advised that Kevin Wilson and Tom Greenaway are proposing to remove 53.0 hectares of private land from woodlot 1883 located in the vicinity of Airport Road near Ft. St James, B.C. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted in writing to Kevin Wilson at Box 1270, 822 Stuart Drive, Ft. St. James, B.C. by April 6, 2013. Register Online at www.bcdailydeals.com Information regarding this proposal can be obtained by contacting K. Wilson at the above address. Only written enquiries will be responded to.
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Men’s Bonspiel There were 14 teams throwing rocks during the Men’s Bonspiel weekend in Fort St. James. Winners of the A event were: First Don King rink
Second Jamie Work rink Third Bruce Higashi rink Winners of the B event were: First Brian MacDonald rink Second Tyler Graham
rink Third Rob Ubleis rink Winners of the C event were: First Chris Repko Second LJ Work Third Jeremy Kaharchuk
TOP: Brian MacDonald throws one of the last rocks of the end during a Men’s Bonspiel game. FAR LEFT: Jamie Work releases his rock with perfect form. TOP NEAR LEFT: Manu Madhok looks towards his target as he throws his rock. BOTTOM: Cody Willick (left) sweeps alongside Brydon Kendall during Men’s Bonspiel action over the weekend. Ruth Lloyd Photos
Cadence croons for crowd Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier There was a crowd of over 100 for the Cadence performance at the Fort St. James Secondary School gym on February 28. The a cappella group from Toronto, Ontario, provided
an all-ages performance for everyone from seniors to sixyear-olds. In following with their tag line “Four men, four microphones” the group relied on original arrangements of well-known songs, their voices and good sound equipment, but no musical instruments. Their voices created every-
thing from varied vocals to background beats and trumpet sounds. Put on by the Fort St. James Community Arts Council, the group was touring across the province and had shows in Kitimat, Terrace, Burns Lake, and Prince George in the northwest part of their tour.
Hats off. Cadence puts some style into their a capella performance on Feb. 28 at the Fort St. James Secondary School. Ruth Lloyd/Caledonia Courier
Community Events
Community Events are free of charge as they are sponsored by the Caledonia Courier COMING EVENTS... Will appear as space is available, free of charge in this section. Coming events are available to non-profit organizations only. This area is not intended for thank you submissions or selling products. It is simply a place for nonprofit organizations a place to announce upcoming free activities. You can e-mail your item to advertising@ominecaexpress. com or by fax: 567-2070. Your organizations’ announcement can also be dropped off at our office located at #111-250 Stuart Drive, Fort St. James. Decision of the publisher is final. *** UNTOLD TRAUMA...author seeks contributions from nonFirst Nations students and staff who experienced Catholic residential or day schools abuse in Northern BC. For more info email Kathyhansen1@gmail.com *** FORT ADULT CENTRE FOR EDUCATION...Suite 221-250 Stuart Drive, in the Goodwin Building. Open daily 8:00-4:00. Call 250-996-7712 for more information. *** FIREwEED STOppING ThE VIOLENCE & OUTREACh SERVICE For those who believe all is possible!...Provides free Confidential, Safe, and Supportive counselling and outreach services for women. Hours of Service: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and every other Friday. Location: Room 203, 349 Stuart Drive, Fort St James, BC Phone: (250) 9961214 Fax: (250) 996-7647 Email: fire.or@telus.net *** ST pATRICk’S ANGLICAN ChURCh... hosts a free lunch every Tuesday from 11.00am - 1.00pm. All are welcome. This lunch is made possible through the generous giving of time and resources,by many people in the region, including Sylvia Isaac, The Roman Catholic Church, Camp Living Water, and many other individuals.We wish to
thank all those who contribute their labour to this program as well as those who provide food and other necessities. We also run a small food bank on Tuesday morning, and are very thankful for all who contribute to this endeavor. For further information please call Gwen Andrews 567-6744. *** SERVICE TIMES... at St Patrick’s Anglican Church, Fort St James, will be 10:30 am every Sunday. Free lunch every Tues between 11-1pm with music and Prayer. Please come and join us. *** FIREwEED CLOThES DRIVE...The Fireweed Safe Haven is doing a winter clothes drive. We are looking for jackets, boots, snow pants, mitts, hats, scarves, fleeces, etc, for men, women and children. The items will then be given to families in the community that need them. If you do not have anything at home that you can part with but still wish to contribute, you can purchase mitts, socks, or thermal underwear. Please drop items off at the Fireweed Safe Haven. For more information please contact Talia at (250) 9968081. Every little bit helps. *** AUxILIARy TO STUART LAkE hOSpITAL... Monthly meeting 2nd Wednesday each month. Hospital Cafeteria 7:00 p.m. *** FORT ST. JAMES pUBLIC LIBRARy hOURS... Tuesday 11:30-8:00 Wednesday 11:30-4:30 Thursday 11:30-4:30 Friday 11:30-8:00 Saturday 11:00-3:00 *** NEChAkO VALLEy COMMUNITy SERVICES SOCIETy...Child and Youth Mental Health and Counseling Services available at no cost. Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Call 996-7645 for appointment. *** FORT TRAp AND hANDGUN CLUB... meets last Sunday of every
month. Contact Sharon at 996-8373 for more information. *** FORT ST. JAMES SEARCh & RESCUE... steering committee meetings first Tuesday of every month. 7:00 p.m. above the Fort St. James Firehall. Training is the third Tuesday of every month at the Firehall at 7 p.m. New members welcome. *** MUSIC MAkERS...New members always WELCOME. Not everyone has to be on stage, there is lots of work behind the scenes. Call Rosemary Allan at 250-996-8997 for more info. *** ThE ThRIFT STORE...has a new name! “The Bargain Basement”. We are still at the same location, across from Shoppers Food Mart. Donations of clean clothing and small housewares are greatly appreciated. Please, no books or magazines. Proceeds are used for community needs. Open Wed-Sat, 12 noon to 4pm. *** SERVICE pUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT...If you know anyone, including a child, who has been abused or harmed by a psychiatrist call the Citizens Commission on Human Rights at: 1-800-670-2247. *** ALCOhOLICS ANONyMOUS... Every Thursday, 8 p.m. at the United Church Hall on 2nd Avenue. Contact 996-8290. *** FIREwEED SAFE hAVEN...a safe place for women and their children leaving violence or abuse. 24 hour access - please call 9968000. *** FORT ST. JAMES pARENT ADVISORy...3rd Tuesday every month 7 p.m. at High School. *** DROp IN AT ThE LEGION... for fun darts. No charge. Every Saturday 2:30 p.m.