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Julia, Jacob and Hannnah show off their four-day-old St. Croix/Dorper cross lambs: “Junior,” “Lawn,” “Suckles,” and “Speckles.” The lambs are being hand-raised and bottle-fed by the children until the weather warms up for animals to be put outside.

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Councillor Shane Brienen gave a report to Houston council about the recent Health Committee meeting, saying council needs to step in and see what they can do about Cottonwood Manor. Brienen says half the building is not in use and they are not getting strong answers about why nothing is being done. “It sounds like they don’t want to fix it because of the foundation of the building,” said Brienen. Fire Chief Jim Daigneault says that by the sounds of it, the foundation is sinking and the owners in Smithers

are not interested in repairing it. Brienen says he thinks they don’t want to throw money into a building that they feel is compromised. “But if that is the case, then maybe we need to be heading in another direction,” he said. “I think it’s time we step in and take a look and see maybe what we can do from the council side of things,” he said. Brienen says council plans to get all the facts, instead of hearing bits here and there, and then move forward from there. “If it can be fixed we’d like to see it fixed… and if it can’t, then I guess we have to start looking at other options,” he said.

RCMP outline annual priorities to Houston council By Jackie Lieuwen Houston Today

RCMP Sgt. Rose presented to Houston council last Tuesday outlining RCMP targets for the next year. Sgt. Rose says one key RCMP goal is to improve road safety, specifically targeting speeding, distracted

driving and impaired driving. With impaired driving, Sgt. Rose says their target is to have 16 formal road checks this year, ten more than last year, and to take 48 impaired drivers off the road through driving prohibitions or licence suspensions. “But I hope we

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never get to that number… because I hope that there is not that many people out there that we can actually apprehend,”

he said. Asked by Councillor Rick Lundrigan why they even have a goal of 48, Sgt. Rose says

the specific numbers are so that each RCMP member is accountable and responsible to be involved in enforcing the targets. Another RCMP priority is speeding. Sgt. Rose says they will be enforcing speeding on Highway 16, especially on the east end of town, and

their goal is to issue 216 speeding tickets this year - two per month per officer. They usually issue three to four warnings for every ticket, but now they are going to be turning a lot of those warnings into tickets, “because some people aren’t getting the message when it comes to

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hen MP Nathan Cullen recently came through the area, he told us that he found very little support across the region for the idea of a bitumen pipeline. That’s fine, but does that mean we don’t support the industry, at least tacitly? Speaking for myself, I don’t see much in my life that doesn’t support oil extraction. For example, I might drive to the mountains in the winter for some backcountry skiing. Few things are more satisfying than the view from the top of a high peak in a glaciated mountain range. My truck burns a lot of diesel to get to the mountains, as do the thousands of other vehicles that make their way into the backcountry every weekend. The sad irony is that I enjoy the view while destroying it at the same time. Hello global warming. Goodbye glaciers. How many tens of thousands of litres of diesel are burned every week in the area to haul logs out of the bush to a sawmill? After that, how much more fuel is consumed to haul lumber to sortingyards across North America? No wealth-generating industry around here is exempt. We’ll burn diesel to punch open new mines and we’ll burn diesel to move whatever we take out of the ground. We’ll gladly pocket a piece of the action through pay cheques and other pay-outs. We need those diesel-fueled jobs. I don’t see anyone protesting their job because the environment suffers. We’ll burn a mind-boggling amount of fuel this summer going fishing, hiking, biking, and camping. Our recreation and our regional economy depend on burning fuel. Is there any aspect of your daily life in Northern B.C. that doesn’t depend on converting fossil fuel to energy, from the clothes you buy to the groceries that arrive here by the truckload? We are completely implicated in the oil industry. Added to that, we don’t want fuel to cost more than it already does. If diesel gets too expensive, then the whole machine comes to a grinding halt. Some have said that the best thing for the environment is a recession, because that slows the fossil fuel burn-rate. What’s the appetite out there for a recession? Now, we don’t want ducks dunked in oil or polluted rivers and lakes. We don’t like the visions of post-apocalyptic-looking open-pit mines in Northern Alberta. We certainly don’t like the idea of transporting bitumen by pipeline from it’s source in Alberta to tanker ships on the west coast. What do we support then? Refineries right at the source in Alberta? Maybe offshore drilling and then a short bump to coastal refineries? Or should we just keep buying back all our refined product from somewhere else? Our entire way of life is predicated on burning diesel. If that can’t change, then our protests ring hollow. - Black Press

Someday is not on the calendar I am a procrastinator. I wish I could say that I wasn’t, but I can’t. It’s very much a part of who I am. No matter how much time I have to accomplish something, I always end up putting it off until the very last minute. I was like that with school, and decades later, I’m still like that with work. Even with tasks that I love. This column is a good example of that. I have all week to do it, and because of its slice-of-life anytime feel, I could write a different article every day for ten days and build up a collection to pull from on deadline. But do I do that? No, I don’t. For years now it’s been suggested that I

do. I have friends - organized people who are cool as a cucumber because they’re so darn organized - and they have told me to write at least one or two extra stories to alleviate some of my anxiety. They explain how much better I would feel if I knew I had an article or two waiting in the wings just in case I got sick, or one of my kids got sick, or I couldn’t think of something to write about at the 11th hour. I nod my head and I agree with them completely. I then vow to start on my first backup column immediately, but something more pressing always comes up that I end up doing instead. Years ago I asked a psychologist friend for

his advice in the hopes of fixing myself. He asked me why I didn’t like leaving things to the last second, and I told him I didn’t like the pressure, particularly when I was overwhelmed with too many other duties at the same time. He then asked if I was still able to get my work done under that kind of stress, and I said yes. “Sounds like it might be working for you,” he replied. “Maybe you should just relax and accept it as a method to your madness.” I guess I did, or I would have changed by now. But going forward, do I want to keep working exactly like this when I’m as busy as I am? The answer is no

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On a brighter note Lori Welbourne truly prioritize. Some items will get pushed down the page and some will get pushed right off. One thing I know for sure is that writing a backup column will finally be added to the list. And the only other thing I know right now is that it will be placed somewhere near the top.

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Family law aims to prevent disputes A major overhaul of B.C.’s family law is now in force, aimed at reducing disputes over shared parenting responsibilities and division of property when couples split up. The Family Law Act was passed in 2011 with support from both the B.C. Liberal government and the NDP opposition. It took effect March 18. One of the main changes is extending property division

rules of marriage to unmarried couples who have lived together in a “marriage-like relationship” for at least two years. Those rules mean property acquired during a relationship is divided equally, unless the couple sign an agreement to split assets differently. Debts accumulated during the relationship must also be shared, including mortgages, loans from family

members, credit card and income tax debt. As with a divorce, inheritances and property brought into the relationship by each partner are not shared. Attorney General Shirley Bond introduced the changes as a way to keep family breakups out of court, and to take the “winlose” terminology out of parenting. The traditional terms, “custody”

and “access” of children, have been dropped from the Family Law Act, replaced by “parental r e s p o n s i b i l i t i e s,” “parenting time” and “guardianship.” The new act also makes it an offence for one parent to violate an agreed schedule for shared parenting. The law also requires parents who wish to relocate to give 60 days’ notice to those authorized

friendly and amicable way, then this is all to the good,” Krog said. “It means that people can get on with their lives. It will mean less emotional damage to children.” Details of the new rules and answers to frequently asked questions are available on the B.C. government website at www.justicebc. ca/en/fam/. The site also has contact information for family

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Ottawa increases oil tanker restrictions By Tom Fletcher Black Press

With one crude oil pipeline to the B.C. coast in environmental hearings and another waiting to apply, the federal government has announced stricter rules for foreign oil tanker inspections and more coastal flights looking for signs of oil spills. A new Canadian Coast Guard incident command system, improved hazard markers for shipping, increased surveillance flights and research into the hazards of heavy oil were announced in Vancouver Monday by federal Transport

Minister Denis Lebel and Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver. The government has also tabled new legislation it says will strengthen requirements for pollution prevention and response at oil facilities and introduce new offences and penalties related to pollution. Foreign tankers will have to be inspected annually, a rule now in place for Canadian vessels, to see if they are equipped with double hulls and other safety features. A tanker safety expert panel was also announced to review current standards and

recommend further rules. Lebel and Oliver described the program as moving to a “worldclass tanker safety system,” the term used by B.C. Premier Christy Clark last year when she announced conditions for provincial acceptance of increased heavy oil shipments by pipeline and tanker. Oliver said in an interview that the changes are not a response to the B.C. government’s demands. When Clark presented five conditions last summer, Oliver immediately agreed with four of them, related to oil spill safety and aboriginal consultation.

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The fifth was an unspecified “fair share” of revenues from oil exports. “There hasn’t been

comprehensively.” B.C. Environment Minister Terry Lake said the announcement is a

this material moved through the province, the environment and the taxpayer have to be protected to the

“There hasn’t been a single major tanker spill off the coast of B.C. ever.”

a single major tanker spill off the coast of British Columbia, ever,” Oliver said. “But we want to make sure we keep that record, and in the very unlikely event that something untoward happens, we want to be able to respond quickly and

- Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver welcome step. “We’ll have to look at how it compares with other regimes, but from I see here, it goes a long way toward getting to what we understand to be a world-class system,” Lake said. “If we’re going to have

fullest extent.” B.C. hired an Alaska consulting firm in February to conduct B.C.’s own review of spill response on the coast. Lake said that is needed with or without proposed oil pipelines, since there are daily crude shipments from

Alaska, exports of Alberta heavy crude from Burnaby, and a general increase in shipping for AsiaPacific trade. Fuels are shipped to locations all along the coast, and freighters and other ships all carry large amounts of bunker oil for their own fuel. Transport Canada reports about 1,500 tanker movements on the West Coast in 2009-10, among 475,000 total ship movements that year. The only major oil spill on the B.C. coast in 20 years was the sinking of the BC Ferries’ Queen of the North in 2006.

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A Spectra Energy representative talked to Houston council last week Tuesday about plans to build a gas pipeline from Cypress, near Fort St. John, to Prince Rupert. In partnership with BG Group, a leading player the global energy market, Spectra Energy plans to build an 850-kilometre gas pipeline on a proposed route farther north than Enbridge, said Kristen Rock, Spectra community and aboriginal relations coordinator for the Smithers area. Spectra’s route runs west in line with MacKenzie and then south to Prince Rupert from the Kitsault area, and Rock says TransCanada is talking about following their route. She says the route was developed by engineers after

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The Investment Expert The Value of Investing in Mutual Funds Mutual funds are investments that can hold many securities, making it possible for all investors to own a variety of stocks and bonds. Investing in mutual funds gets you professional management, diversity, liquidity, simplicity, and economies of scale. Money can be made through regular distributions and growth in your investments. There are 1000s of mutual funds available by many different companies, so find an advisor who has access to them. I have seen many people reach their goals using mutual funds. GICs are currently paying 1 – 2.5%, so can you really afford to risk not being able to reach your goals? Mutual funds can meet your needs if you are prepared for some volatility; they range from low to speculative risk. Care in selection must be taken because not all funds are well managed. A good advisor can help you sort through and choose the right funds for you. Please call me at 250847-4686, I would be happy to help you make a decision that will help you reach your goals. “Quality financial advice in your home or my office.”

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The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. Mutual funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.

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Newsletter ~ March 27, 2013 edition

Where the welcome is warm and the wilderness beckons! Upcoming Council Meetings: April 2, 2013 April 16, 2013 All meetings start at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at 3367 – 12th Street

Website: www.houston.ca Please visit the website for info on: • • • • • •

Council Meeting Agendas Pool Schedule Arena Schedule Important Public Notices Tenders & Job Opportunities Lost Dogs

District receives $3 million for New Water Treatment Facility

Residents and businesses throughout the District of Houston will have reliable access to clean drinking water thanks to a $3 million contribution from the Government of Canada through the Gas Tax Fund transfer. The funding will support the construction of a water treatment facility to improve Houston’s drinking water by reducing iron and manganese levels. The total cost of the project is estimated at $4.3 million. “The water treatment facility has been a top priority for our community for the past ﬁve years and this important investment will make our community a better place to live and to invest,” said Mayor Bill Holmberg. “A lot of hard work has gone into the planning for this project and we are grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Government of Canada and the Government of British Columbia to make this project a reality for our community.”

You Can Become A Lifeguard! Take the first steps towards a rewarding career by registering today. Call 250-845-7420 or e-mail reception@houston.ca

Assistant Water Safety Instructor

This is the first of two courses required to become a certified Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. Candidates must complete 8 hours of teaching experience after the course, be at least 15 years or older and have SK 10 or equivalent swimming ability. Course #5222 April 5 – 9 4:00 – 9:00 pm (Fri, Mon. & Tues) Cost: $310 10:00 am – 6:30 pm (Sat & Sun)

Municipal Office Hours The Municipal Office located at 3367 – 12th Street is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (closed on statutory holidays)

Standard First Aid Includes CPR C Course #5192

CPR C

Email: doh@houston.ca Phone: 250-845-2238 Fax: 250-845-3429

Course #5221

Arena Phone: 250-845-7432

Burning Permits Required All open burning within the District of Houston requires a Burning Permit all year round. To obtain a permit contact the Fire Department at 250-845-2250

Cost: $140

Saturday April 13

9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Cost: $80

The National Lifeguard Service Pool certification is designed to develop the fundamental values, judgment, knowledge, skills and fitness required to be a successful lifeguard. Candidates must be 16 years or older by the last day of the course and have completed Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid. Course #5225 May 4 – May 12 Evenings on weekdays; all day on weekends Cost: $390

(example: water main break) Call the Municipal Office @ 250-845-2238 for a recorded message with the contact number of the person on call.

Phone: 250-845-7420 Email: reception@houston.ca

9:00am – 5:00 pm

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For Public Works Emergencies

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April 13 & 14

Annual Fields/ Parks User Meeting

The Annual Field/Parks User Meeting will be held on Wednesday April 10 at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers at the District of Houston Municipal Ofﬁce.

Changes to Utility Billings

Effective January 1, 2014 Annual Utility Billing will cease and all customers will be billed quarterly for the water, sewer and garbage user fees. The quarterly utility billings for Water, Sewer and Garbage will be billed as follows: March 31, June 30, September 30 and December 31 with payment due in 30 days. Quarterly billings are sent after the service period. Therefore, the prompt payment discount previously offered on annual (pre-paid) accounts will no longer be applicable.

Dungate Community Forest

Dungate Community Forest is accepting applications from non-proﬁt groups and organizations. Applications can be obtained at the Chamber of Commerce, District of Houston Municipal Ofﬁce and the Bulkley Valley Credit Union in Houston. For more information contact dungatecomfor@houston.ca

Congratulations Elaine!

On behalf of everyone at the District, congratulations to Elaine Nustad for completing 25 years of employment with the District.

Swimming Lessons Call 250-845-7420 to register or stop by for a free assessment. STARFISH 4-12mths Parented April 9-May 9 (10) April 13-June 15 (9) April 9-May 9 (10)

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SEA TURTLE 24-36mths Parented April 9-May 9 (10)

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5:00-5:30pm(5138) 5:30-6:00pm (5152) 11:30-12:00pm(5184) 10:00-10:30am(5156)

SEA OTTER 3-5yrs April 8-May 8 (10) April 9-May 9 (10) April 9-May 9 (10) April 13-June 15 (9)

SUNFISH 3-6yrs April 9-May 9 (10) April 9-May 9 (10) April 13-June 15 (9)

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CROCODILE 3-6yrs April 8-May 8 (10) April 9-May 9 (10)

WHALE 3-6yrs April 8-May 8 (10) April 9-May 9 (10)

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April 8-May 8 (10) April 9-May 9 (10) April 13-June 15 (9)

4:00-4:30pm(5132) 4:30-5:00pm (5146) 10:00-10:30am(5154)

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Vipassana Meditation Public Lecture: April 27th (7:00-9:00 pm)

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Vipassana Meditation Retreat: April 28th (9:00 am-5:00 pm) Cost: $30 per person. Limited space available. Pre-registration and Pre-payment are required.

SK 3 April 8-May 8 (10) April 9-May 9 (10) April 13-June 15 (9)

SK 4 April 8-May 8 (10) April 9-May 9 (10) April 13-June 15 (9)

SK 5 April 8-May 8 (10) April 13-June 15 (9)

SK 6 April 8-May 8 (10) April 13-June 15 (9)

SK 7 April 8-May 8 (10)

SK 8 April 8-May 8 (10)

SK 9 April 9-May 9 (10)

SK 10 April 9-May 9 (10)

Houston Public Library

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SK 2

DUCK 12-24mths Parented April 9-May 9 (10) April 13-June 15 (9) April 9-May 9 (10)

April 8-May 8 (10) April 9-May 9 (10) April 13-June 15 (9)

Phone: 250-845-2256 email: hlibrary@telus.net Website: http://houston.bclibrary.ca

What’s Happening...

Book Club: April 3rd (7:00-9:00 pm) Story Time: Wednesday afternoons (1:30-2:30 pm) After School Games: April 9th & April 23rd (3:30-5:00 pm) Tween Pizza & Movie Night: April 25th (5:30-7:30 pm)

NID Matinee: April 26th (2:00-3:30 pm)

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Film crew members Rob Moscato and Ryan McMackin set the camera on the remote controlled helicopter to prepare for their next shoot.

Advertising film crew and ad hero Brent Stuart pause for a photo between shoots last Wednesday. Back row L-R: Brian Lee, sound technician; Bruce Donelan, director of photography; Brent Stuart, Finning field technician; Jake Beyhl, creative director; Rob Moscato, remote-helicopter operator; Ryan McMackin, camera man. Front row L-R: Gena Felton, producer; Andy Gray, camera man; and Megan Moscato, remote helicopter camera operator.

Finning (CAT) film crew rolls into Houston A film crew came to Houston to shoot a “day in the life of Brent Stuart,” as part of a national technician recruitment ad campaign. Stuart was nominated by two other people for the Caterpillar ad campaign and Creative Director Jake Beyhl says Stuart’s nomination stood out among the hundred others. “Brent stood out immediately,” said Beyhl, adding that his application included engaging stories and charismatic photos of him, and his location was completely different than any of the other locations. Beyhl says Stuart and two others - a tech who travels down to Barbuda, Caribbean and another from Phoenix, Arizona were selected as three of “the best of the best Caterpillar technicians.” It’s part of a campaign to promote technicians because of the skills shortage, said Beyhl. Stuart will be featured in online banner ads, print ads, and a four-and-a-half minute, documentarystyle, “day in the life of Brent” video, with

voice over from T.V. host Mike Rowe, from Discovery Channel series Dirty Jobs. Nominated by two other people, Stuart says he was out at camp when Finning was told he had won. “I had no idea, no idea,” he said. “They told me what was going on and I was totally floored. It’s something you’d never ever expect,” he said. Looking back, Stuart says the twoday experience was pretty neat. He says the crew went out on a call with him across Babine Lake, and put a camera on his forehead while he did a machine repair. They also staged some work at Houston Canfor, interviewed his family and peers, and filmed him and his kids snowmobiling. Beyhl says Stuart was great to work with. “His personality is pretty solid,” Beyhl said of Stuart, adding that he seems like a really hard worker, a good family guy, and a man well-respected in the area. “We’re all really proud of him,” said Behyl.

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Right: Sherrie Stuart, Brent’s wife, gives film crew an interview about her family and her husband’s life and work. Below: Remote-controlled helicopter camera catches the action as a Le Tourneau unloads a logging truck load of logs. Jackie Lieuwen photos/Houston Today

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RCMP report By Jackie Lieuwen Houston Today

RCMP were called about an assault in progress on the Tachet Reserve at 4:30 a.m. March 16. Sgt. Rose says RCMP arrived, got no response at the door and forced entry into the home, finding that the victim had fled and was being treated by ambulance. RCMP arrested a male for assault with the weapon and brought him to the Smithers hospital for assessment, Sgt. Rose said. While being assessed the male fled the hospital and has not been located, but still faces charges, Sgt. Rose said. *** RCMP were called about a disturbance at the Hillcrest Apartments just after 1:30 a.m. March 16. Sgt. Rose says a male was breaching the peace and would not calm down, and

the other party in the apartment wanted him removed. The male was arrested and lodged in cells until sober, Sgt. Rose said. *** A vehicle hit the District of Houston gate at the end of Omineca Way at 8:20 p.m. March 16. Sgt. Rose says the vehicle was gone when RCMP arrived but they got the licence plate number and found the vehicle at the Houston Curling Rink with front end damage. Sgt. Rose says the gate was worth $1,500 to $2,000 and the case is still under investigation. Charges are expected against the driver for failing to remain on scene, he said. *** RCMP were called about an intoxicated male refusing to leaving the Houston Legion at 11 p.m. March 16.

Sgt. Rose says when RCMP arrived the male took the offered opportunity to leave, but reappeared at the Legion at 11:30 p.m. The man was arrested and lodged in cells until sober, said Sgt. Rose. *** An impaired driver at the A&W drive thru was called in just after 8 p.m. March 15. RCMP stopped the driver on Highway 16 near 7-11 and demanded a roadside screen which the driver failed, Sgt. Rose said. He says RCMP issued the driver a 90-day roadside prohibition and impounded the vehicle for 30 days. Sgt. Rose says the vehicle passenger, a very intoxicated female, got out of the vehicle and stumbled into the ditch. She was arrested for being drunk in a public place and lodged in cells until sober. *** There was a threevehicle collision on Hagman Crescent at 8:15 a.m. last week Monday.

Sgt. Rose says an east-bound vehicle hit a parked vehicle, and while the driver was trying to locate the owner of the parked vehicle, another vehicle hit the first one. No one was injured but the first vehicle was significantly damaged, probably a write off, and the other two had minor damages from the crash, said Sgt. Rose. He says both drivers were issued tickets for driving without due care and attention. *** RCMP issued a warrant for the arrest of a male involved in an assault on the Tachet Reserve last week Monday. Sgt. Rose says RCMP were called at 2:30 p.m., but were unable to locate the victim or suspect when they arrived. The victim came into the Houston Police Office a few hours later and gave a statement and photos of the male, Sgt. Rose said, adding that they issued a warrant because they’ve been unable to locate the

male. *** RCMP were called last Wednesday at 3:15 p.m. about two people fighting on the second floor of the 2035 Sullivan Way apartments. Sgt. Rose says RCMP found a male going in and out of the building, yelling, screaming and clearly drunk. The male was arrested, lodged in cells until sober, and charged for being drunk in a public place. After investigating into the original call, RCMP arrested a male for breaching conditions, and was held in custody until Smithers court last Friday, Sgt. Rose said. He says RCMP do not know who caused the male his injuries. *** RCMP were called about a drunk male causing trouble at the Houston arena, but he was gone when RCMP arrived. Located nearby, he wasn’t arrested because he was with a responsible person.

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Stephen Graf, right congratulates Joe Belous of Houston, the winner of the 21st Annual Muscular Dystrophy Canada Harley Davidson Raffle sponsored by the Smithers Firefighters and the NW BC Chapter of the Harley Owners Group (HOG). Joe won a 2013 Harley Davidson Softail Slim Motorcycle. This year’s raffle raised approximately $40,000 for persons affected with neuromuscular disorders to help fund equipment, research and client services in BC as well as help them lead fuller and more independent lives. A special thank you to all those who supported the raffle. With a couple of clicks, add your event today.

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Houston Secondary rugby players Denaé and Melissa get tossed up to catch the ball at the HSS rugby practice last Wednesday. The girls are practicing for Rugbyfest and provincials coming up in April.

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Family law to prevent disputes By Tom Fletcher

including mortgages, loans from family members, credit card and income tax debt. As with a divorce, inheritances and property brought into the relationship by each partner are not shared. Attorney General Shirley Bond introduced the changes as a way to keep family breakups out of court, and to take the “winlose” terminology out of parenting. The traditional terms, “custody” and “access” of children, have been dropped from the Family Law Act, replaced by “parental r e s p o n s i b i l i t i e s,” “parenting time” and “guardianship.” The new act also makes it an offence for one parent to violate an agreed schedule for shared parenting. The law also requires parents who wish to relocate to give 60 days’ notice to those authorized

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A major overhaul of B.C.’s family law is now in force, aimed at reducing disputes over shared parenting responsibilities and division of property when couples split up. The Family Law Act was passed in 2011 with support from both the B.C. Liberal government and the NDP opposition. It took effect March 18. One of the main changes is extending property division rules of marriage to unmarried couples who have lived together in a “marriage-like relationship” for at least two years. Those rules mean property acquired during a relationship is divided equally, unless the couple sign an agreement to split assets differently. Debts accumulated during the relationship must also be shared,

to have contact with children. That applies whether the children are involved in the relocation or not. When the changes were debated in the legislature, NDP justice critic Leonard Krog spoke in support, noting that B.C. has one of the highest levels of family disputes in Canada. “If we can keep people out of court, if we can let them settle their affairs in a more friendly and amicable way, then this is all to the good,” Krog said. “It means that people can get on with their lives. It will mean less emotional damage to children.” Details of the new rules and answers to frequently asked questions are available on the B.C. government website at www.justicebc. ca/en/fam/. The site also has contact information for family justice centres that offer counselling at no charge.

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Corporate Services Officer The District of Houston is looking for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment to assume the role of Corporate Services Officer. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Corporate Services Officer is responsible for corporate administration as stated under Section 148 of the Community Charter. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated professional with excellent written and verbal communication skills, have a working knowledge of local government legislation and procedures along with education and experience relative to this position. An ability to maintain positive relations with the public, coworkers, various committees, Council and senior levels of government is essential. As a dynamic, self-motivated individual this position will be a key member of the senior management team committed to achieving the goals and objectives as set by Mayor and Council. Public communication and open government transparency are important to the District and the Corporate Services Officer will be responsible for producing and overseeing all communications including print publications. You will have a good understanding of parliamentary procedures, and BC Municipal Legislation including the Community Charter, Local Government Act, Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act and Robert’s Rules of Order. The position is also responsible for Civic and School Board Elections and the Board of Variance. The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree in public administration, a certificate in Local Government Administration or a minimum of five (5) years experience at the corporate officer level. This position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a letter of interest, detailed resume, and references by 4:00 pm on March 29, 2013 to: Attn: Linda Poznikoff, CAO District of Houston, PO Box 370, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0 cao@houston.ca We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position and advise that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Houston Royal Canadian Legion Br# 249

HOOKTENDER, F/T.- Duncan, BC. Wages as per USW coastal agreement. Loader & processor experience an asset or be willing to learn to run these machines. Fax resume to 1-604-736-5320 or email to kenfraser@telus.net

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The District of Houston is now accepting expressions of interest from individuals who wish to perform Caretaker services at the Municipal Airport. The Caretaker would be responsible for minor emergency maintenance, observing and reporting disturbances, ensuring all gates and buildings are locked nightly and providing access to buildings for users of the airport. In return for these services, the Caretaker would be provided with a mobile home site at the airport at a cost of $1.00 per year. The Caretaker would be expected to reside in a mobile home on this site. An application package can be picked up from the District Office (3367 12th Street) between 8 AM and 5 PM, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Expressions of interest must be returned to the office by Friday April 5, 2013 at 4:00 PM. For further information, please call 250-845-2238. Applicants will also need to provide a resume and consent to a criminal record check.

Smithers Community Services Association Job Posting – Competition #302 Housekeeper Cottonwood Manor SCSA is seeking a permanent part time (6 hours per week) housekeeper for Cottonwood Manor. The incumbent will be required to clean and sanitize individual tenant’s units and common areas, including floors, windows, walls, bathrooms, kitchens and bedding. Interested parties are requested to submit a resume and describe how their skills and experience are aligned with the job expectations. Apply clearly stating competition #302 on resume to: Mail to: Smithers Community Services Association 3715 Railway Ave., Smithers Box 3759, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Fax: 847-3712 Email: general@scsa.ca Closing date: Tuesday, April 2, 2013 Job Description available by request

Must have Serve it Right. For weekends Friday and Saturday and special events. Send resume to: Royal Canadian Legion Br# 249 PO Box 719, Houston BC V0J 1Z0

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Tahtsa Timber Ltd. is looking for

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Houston Link to Learning (HLL) is looking for a

HOUSTON STEPPING STONES PROJECT ASSISTANT The project will offer inclusive programming to clients who are experiencing mental illness, addiction or who are at risk. The project will use the Community Garden as an existing venue and bring people together. This person will assist the Coordinator with implementing the project. Full job description and details can be picked up at the front desk of the Northwest Community College or email: adultliteracy@houstonlinktolearning.ca For further information contact Belinda Lacombe at Houston Link to Learning 250 845-2727 Deadline for applications is April 8th, 2013 at 4:00pm.

Business and Loans Analyst We are seeking an individual with excellent attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to prioritize and multi task in a busy work environment. The successful applicant must have superior communication skills, be a self starter, and be comfortable working with business clientele This position requires 35 hours per week and offers a competitive salary commensurate to education and experience, as well as a benefits package. The Business and Loans Analyst is primarily responsible for the development, analysis and recommendation of loan proposals to the Business Development Committee. This position manages the overall Investment Funds (loan) portfolio, with the goal of achieving a healthy balance between acceptable portfolio returns and providing a valuable developmental lending service to the community. This position will also provide coaching, counseling and ongoing support to loan clients. Qualifications for the position include: 1. Commercial/Small business lending background desired. 2. Good oral and written communication skills. 3. Good crediting skills (The ability to assess risk through the analysis of business plans, financial statements/projections, proper due diligence and experience). 4. Good Investment Funds (loan) portfolio management and administration skills. 5. Competent computer hardware and software knowledge (Excel, Word, and use of Internet). 6. Effective time management and prioritizing skills. 7. Ability to provide client support services via business counseling and coaching. 8. This position requires the ability and skills to work with a wide range of community members and partner organizations. 9. Reliable transportation and a valid drivers license are required. Please forward cover letter and resume no later than April 19, 2013 to: Jerry Botti, General Manager CF Nadina, PO Box 236, Houston, BC V0J 1Z0 250-845-2528 (fax) jbotti@cfnadina.ca

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Another power line announced for northwestern B.C. Black Press

The continuing effort to push the provincial power grid into northwestern B.C. got a bit clearer this afternoon with the announcement of a 93km power line that will stretch up Hwy37 North. The 287 kilovolt line will start at Bob Quinn on Hwy37 North where the 340km long Northwest Transmission Line, also 287 kilovolts, that is now under construc-

tion is to end. It’s being called the Iskut extension but actually stops short at Tatogga Lake which is south of Iskut. This new line will provide power to the Imperial Metals’ Red Chris copper and gold mine under development about 20km to the east of Tatogga Lake. A distribution line will be built to the mine site by Imperial. A smaller line of about 16km will reach even further north

from Tatogga Lake to Iskut which now uses diesel generators. Under a complex agreement negotiated over a number of years, Imperial Metals will pay for the construction of the line and B.C. Hydro will then buy it off of the mining company. B.C. Hydro will build the smaller line from Tatogga Lake to Iskut by itself. Imperial official Byng Giraud said this afternoon that

Imperial will sell the 93km line to B.C. Hydro for far less than what it will cost to build. “We’re building it because we need the line,” said Giraud. “This will serve our purposes as well as the public need.” He said the 287 kilovolt capacity of the line is greater than that need by Imperial, paving the way for other companies to use power from it for their own purposes.

“This should not be regarded as a subsidy,” he added of the money to be spent by Imperial to build the line. Imperial and other companies who will use the Northwest Transmission Line and the extension will pay a specific tariff to B.C. Hydro. Giraud said the extension should be finished in May 2014, the same time period Imperial wants to start operating its Red Chris mine.

Curling Wrap up

The Houston Curling Club held its closing mixed bonspiel on Friday and Saturday, March 9 and 10. There were eight teams entered. The A event was won by the Arnold Amonson rink with second going to the Bill Sullivan rink. The B event was won by the Kory Johnson rink by defeating the Denise Hotte rink. The C event went to the Ron Farrell rink by defeating the Ken Amonson team. Everyone had a really good time and there was a lot of talk about next year. The curling rink will close for the season after the last night of curling on March 27. The Curling Club hopes that more people will decide to take up curling next October. In the photo L-R are: Corrine Jaarsma, Adrian Meeuwissen, Trudy Amonson and Arnold Amonson. Submitted photo

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Taylor Beck (grade 9 Houston girl) just returned from attending the BC Provincial Female Bantam Hockey tournament and wins gold. Taylor is a member of the Terrace Bantam Female Rep Hockey team. She travelled to Terrace twice a month to play league games and participated in 5 tournaments in the 2012/13 hockey season (Terrace, Williams Lake, Kamloops, Vernon, Surrey). From March 17 - 20th, 2013 she competed in the BC Provincial Bantam Female Hockey Tournament in Vernon.

Imperial has taken on the Tahltan Nation Development Corporation as a partner in the line’s construction. Giraud said a company skilled in power line construction has yet to be chosen. V a l a r d Construction, one of the largest power line contractors of its kind in the country, is B.C. Hydro’s main contractor on the $561 million Northwest Transmission Line and

has invested heavily in establishing a base in the region. The province has exempted the extension from being reviewed by the B.C. Utilities Commission, saying it did so to speed up the construction timetable. Construction is still subject to provincial permitting but will not go through the kind of extensive environmental review undertaken for the Northwest Transmission Line.

HOPE forToday What will we do with Jesus? When we pick up the newspaper we see the date, 2013, this bears witness to a person. That person is Jesus Christ, the greatest person to have ever lived on earth. Some 2000 years ago he lived a life of humility and compassion as no other man before or after him. Yet he had a very difficult life here because he was rejected by the very men he came to save, even from the beginning of his ministry (see Luke 4:16-30). “He was in the world and though the world was made through him, the world did not recognise him. He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him.” John 1:10,11 NIV. By the end of his time here on earth, even the religious leaders of the day shouted to Pontius Pilate “Crucify! Crucify!” John 19:6. Both of the thieves who were crucified with him scorned him (Matthew 27:44). Yet one thief changed his mind and called out, “’Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.’ Jesus answered him, ‘I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise.’” Luke 23:42,43 NIV. Jesus was scorned and beaten on, he was spit on and whipped, he was crucified and left to die on an ugly Roman cross. Jesus proved he had the power over death by rising from the dead three days later. While speaking to the people after the resurrection, Peter said “You killed the author of life but God raised him from the dead ….” Acts 3:15 NIV. Death could not keep the author of life in the grave! Today Jesus is still rejected and despised. His name is often used in vain. Many, some even his followers, are afraid to mention his name in a public place, as they may be ridiculed. Many people do not hesitate to talk about God or religion or even about moral issues but Jesus is seldom spoken about in the public forum. As the author of life, the creator of all things, should he not be honored and highly spoken about? I used to take his name in vain, I did not care if he ever lived, or even that he rose from the dead but there came a time when he got a grip on my heart and gave me faith to trust in him. I received him as my Lord and Savior, now I am a believer, a forgiven child of God, just like the thief on the cross. My prayer is, “Lord, cause us to be faithful to you. May we never be ashamed of you. Empower us to live for you for all eternity, and to worship you in spirit and in truth.” What will you do with Jesus? “Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God…” John 1:12 NIV Submitted by Ken Penner Sponsored by Riverside Gardens

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