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Smithers wrapped up homecoming week in style on Saturday afternoon, with a parade down Main Street and closing ceremonies complete with music, BBQ and a few speeches by the people who made the celebration possible. It was the final event of a week-long cornucopia that showcased Smithers’ culture and heritage from the past 100 years. The parade featured horse-drawn carriages, kids on bikes and a collection of old cars from every era over the past century. It began on Main Street and finished at Central Park, right before the closing ceremonies, where a few hundred Smithereens came out for one last homecoming week party. Centennial Committee member David McKenzie opened the ceremonies with a special presentation, honouring all of the hard work that committee chair Gladys Atrill has put in over the past twoplus years. “She is the greatest person in the world,” McKenzie said, of Atrill. See CENT on A3

MAIN STREET FIRE A member of the Smithers Volunteer Fire Department gestures in front of the burned out wreckage of Hometown Furniture early on the morning of Aug. 7. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

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Fire levels Main St. business By Ryan Jensen Smithers/Interior News

Two Smithers businesses are picking up the pieces after an early morning fire destroyed their buildings on Aug. 7. The blaze tore through the 1000 block of Main Street at about 4 a.m, burning Hometown Furniture to the

ground and partially destroying Perry and Co. Law Office next door. Taryn Lowe, her daughter Megan and son Sebastian were on duty the night of the fire, as volunteer security guards, keeping an eye on the sound equipment at Bovill Square. The evening was otherwise quiet, Taryn said, the only

thing noteworthy was the aromatic smell of fresh bread baking coming across the street from Paul’s Bakery. “To stay awake, I had been walking up and down the street all night and looking at all the pictures in the windows of Perry and Co. and we also looked at which beds we wanted [at Hometown

Furniture],” she said. Megan said at first she thought noises coming from behind Hometown Furniture were coming from the nearby railway tracks. “We were watching the sunrise and I heard a popping sound, kind of like opening a champagne bottle,” she said. “It wasn’t a huge explosion or anything. A couple

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of seconds later, it happened again. That’s when I looked up and saw smoke over the building. I couldn’t see the fire but I could see the glow from the fire.” Megan yelled to her mother, called 911, then the family ran over to the Broadway Place shelter to alert the people there. See FIRE on A2

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From FIRE on Front Once Bovill Square was cleared, volunteers and bystanders worked to remove the sound equipment from harm’s way. “I’ve never seen a fire like this before and we were amazed it was so huge,” Megan said. The newly-opened Bovill Square and stage, located right beside the Perry and Co. law office, was not directly affected by the fire but the remainder of Centennial events scheduled for the site were moved to Central Park beside the Bulkley Valley Museum. Smithers Mayor Taylor

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Bachrach credited the quick action of the volunteer firefighters, from Telkwa and Smithers, with saving the new structure. “Our gratitude goes out to our own Smithers Volunteer Fire Department and the Village of Telkwa Fire Department for their quick response and hard work,” Bachrach said. As of Monday’s press deadline, the cause of the fire was unknown, said Smithers Volunteer Fire Department fire chief Keith Stecko. “We’re into the investigation now and don’t have anything to bring forth at this point,” he said.

Members of the Telkwa Volunteer Fire Department joined Smithers’ firefighters to battle the Aug. 7 blaze.

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From CENT on Front He then brought Alfred Smithers’ great granddaughter Claire Ackroyd up to the stage to thank her for, “being such a great ambassador,” over the past week. “Thank you so much for welcoming me to your town,” Ackroyd said. “Thank you to everyone who taught me about your community, your land, your farming, to everyone who pulled me aside and told me a story.” Atrill received a standing ovation as she came to the stage to thank everyone for all their hard work, and for their timely response to a would-be catastrophe. Last Wednesday morning, organizers were thrown for a loop when the Main Street fire rendered the Bovill Square stage unusable. But what could have been a disaster turned into an opportunity for Smithereens to pull up their boot straps and make the best of a bad situation. “It was amazing to see everyone pitch in and help out,” Atrill said, of the move to Central Park. “Not one

Smithers’ RBC branch also celebrated 100 years last week as branch manager Ian Grieve, left, cuts a celebratory cake.

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person we asked said no to coming and helping out.” The town’s response to the fire became a theme of the closing ceremonies. “It was so cool to see the way your community responded to the fire,” Ackroyd said. “It was

something else to watch.” Mayor Taylor Bachrach spoke and musicians Art Henkel and Mark Perry finished off the ceremonies with their Smithers themed songs, Smithereens and Our Town and with that, the curtain closed on

the homecoming week celebrations. “I think things went really well,” Atrill said, while taking a well-earned rest on Sunday morning. “It was a fantastic week. All of the work that the centennial committee put in over the last two years really made it worthwhile. It was everything we imagined.” As for personal highlights, Atrill had two. “Early on in the week, on Saturday night just being downtown and seeing how many people came out, smiling, dancing, the stage was working. And feeling that same way on Wednesday night when we were set up at Central Park and I realized how hard everyone had worked to make this a reality.” Though homecoming week is over, there are still a few months left in Smithers’ centennial year. “Unbelievably, right after the ceremonies were finished, the committee was talking about what they have in mind for the rest of the year,” Atrill said. “So I think we will take a bit of time, regroup and figure out what’s coming.”

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The War Memorial Committee for the Village of Telkwa is looking for creative and artisticallyinclined individuals to design the new War Memorial Park. The plot of land needing a spark of creativity is on the corner of Highway 16 and Hankin Ave., right in the heart of Telkwa. Although Telkwa already has a war memorial at the seniors’ centre, a second one has been requested by war veterans who felt the significant loss Telkwa suffered during the wars needs more presence in the community. Jane Stevenson, a grant writer for the Village of Telkwa, and member of the War Memorial Committee said that more than 400

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soldiers from Telkwa fought in the various wars, most of whom never returned home. And considering the population of Telkwa was far less than where it sits currently, wars had a significant toll on the community. The committee has put few restraints on submission requirements, only requesting the designers consider the use of local materials (such as river rock and timber), and that it in some way pays tribute to soldiers. And it’s open to everyone, not just residents of Telkwa. Anyone from anywhere can submit their ideas, and there

is no limit to how many submissions a person can make, Stevenson explained. To encourage creativity, the committee is not looking for draftsman quality and will accept ideas in any format, such as a drawing on napkin. “It’s exciting how wide open we are to the possibilities,” Stevenson said. Harry Kroetsch, a veteran who served in the Korean War from 1948-1951 initially brought the idea to Telkwa council last year. “It took them quite a long time to decide where the park should go,” Kroetsch said.

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Kroetsch said he is not trying to downplay the war memorial at the seniors’ centre but wants a more visible site, which is why he is pleased with the proposed site along the highway. “We should have [a war memorial] where everyone can see it,” he said. What Kroetsch would like to see is something simple and cheap that does the purpose of “honouring the people.” All submissions will be considered but only the committee will pick their favourites and cost them out. The designer will receive credit for their work on the war memorial. Physical drawings must be handed in person to the Village of Telkwa office, or PDFs can be sent by email to jstevenson@ telkwa.com.

The Town of Smithers invites all downtown commercial businesses to submit proposals for the above program. The Town has secured $20,000 grant funding available for commercial property owners in the downtown core that are wishing to improve their facades. Selected projects will be reimbursed up to 50% of the eligible renovation costs to a maximum of $5,000. Application packages can be found on the Town’s website www. smithers.ca and are available at the Town office. The application deadline is August 30th, 2013. Every application will be reviewed by the Façade Improvement Advisory Committee and selections are expected to be announced in September.

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nfortunately, this isn’t the first time Smithers’ Main Street business community has dealt with a devas-

tating fire. Last Wednesday at about 4 a.m., a fire broke out behind Hometown Furniture on Main St. and eventually spread to the Perry and Co. law offices. Thankfully, firefighters were quick to the scene and were able to prevent the fire from spreading any further. But the damage done to two Smithers buildings with more than 100 years of combined history is irreperable. A recently-published book, The Chronicles of Smithers our 100th Anniversary, has an entire chapter on the fires that have destroyed Main St. businesses over the years. The last two significant blazes occurred in 1944 and 1945. More than a dozen businesses were lost in those two fires alone. The Aug. 7 fire, while awful for those who lost property and possessions, highlighted another reason Smithers has remained a community of choice for the last 100 years — the town’s resiliency. Immediately, community members began working together to ensure Centennial celebrations continued and those affected by the fire were taken care of. Heather Gallagher, Smithers and District Chamber of Commerce manager may have summed it up best. “The highlight of Centennial celebrations for me is the resiliency of the townsfolk to deal with this adversity,” she said. “The mood didn’t change. People are sad and they’re sympathetic but they’re still celebrating and they don’t want the fire to be what Centennial is remembered for.” Ryan Jensen, The Interior News

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he B.C. Liberal government is ordering up another round of liquor regulation changes, looking for ways to make life easier for businesses and customers without aggravating the health and social problems associated with alcohol. Discussions with B.C.’s 10,000 liquor licence holders have identified a few problems that should be fixed. Going into a consultation phase that runs to October, the government is looking for answers to a few obvious questions, such as why it takes a pub or bar up to a year to get a licence. Another question:

why can a family with under-aged children go into a licensed restaurant for lunch, but can’t go to a pub and place the exact same food and drink order? This should be allowed, perhaps until the traditional 5 p.m. “happy hour” when the pub reverts to adultsonly. A couple of suggestions have come out of the healthy growth of B.C. wine, craft beer and distillery operations. Look for new licence opportunities for farmers’ markets to sell local beverages along with the produce and preserves. Letters inviting suggestions from existing licence holders

GUEST VIEW Tom Fletcher have gone out, and Richmond-Steveston MLA John Yap will be meeting this fall with industry groups, local governments, police, health and social policy organizations and First Nations in the fall. A website will be put up in September so members of the public can have their say.

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Here’s my suggestion to start things off. Recent incidents involving so-called “party buses” shone a light on this growing industry, The sudden death of a 16-year-old on a party bus outing in Surrey in February turned out not to be alcohol-related, but to no one’s surprise, open liquor was found aboard the bus. Open liquor isn’t allowed in any vehicle, but perhaps a new kind of special event licence could be created for party buses. They have been viewed mainly as part of the solution to impaired driving, and the situation isn’t much different from a supervised event on a boat.

The B.C. government will no doubt be lobbied again to allow beer and wine sales in grocery and convenience stores. Our politicians show little interest in that, which is understandable. The B.C. Liberals don’t want to upset the private liquor stores they have nurtured for a decade, and the NDP would never risk annoying the government liquor store union. There are more creative ways to liberalize alcohol sales. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com Reach him at tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

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RBC representatives Graham MacLachlan, regional president B.C., Trent Waughtal, regional vice president B.C. North and Smithers RBC branch manager Ian Grieve present Bulkley Valley Health Care and Hospital Foundation chairman Tedd Bobb with a cheque for $25,000. The money will be used to purchase a bedside fetal monitor.

Marcus Key The following song was written by retired Bulkley Valley naturalist Marcus Key, in honour of Smithers’ 100th Birthday.

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The misty glacial glitter and the peaks against the sky Stand guard above the valley of the snow; Here stood timber to supply the railroad men when they came by, For their division point on the swampy flats below. CHORUS And the place they chose where the Bulkley River flows The mighty moose still goes through deep and silent snows; All laid out and planned, streets among the timber stand, On this ancient land where the Town of Smithers grows. The Wet’suwet’en shared the land they’d known for a glacial age, Changing times as settlement began; With the mines and cutting pine the town developed stage by stage, Then the hospital and the Sisters of St. Anne. CHORUS Squatterville’s long gone, and where the Main St. ditch had been Came cafés and shops for Smithereens today; And the immigrants from East and West, and places in between, Like the rails that brought them here, they came to stay. Just as we came to pursue a northern lifestyle too, In our mountain valley home for me and you. CHORUS

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The Wet’suwet’en First Nation and Huckleberry Mines Ltd. have reached an amicable conclusion to adversarial negotiations which included threats of road blockades and the issuance of a ‘stop work order’ made by WFN to Huckleberry Mines. The July 24 community investment agreement was described as a ‘win/win’ resolution of difficulties that successfully resolves disputes, including powerline right-ofways and road use. The mine is located southwest of the WFN reserve near Burns Lake. Road access to the mine and a powerline right-of-way also cross through the Felix George Indian Reserve #7. Five members of the Wet’suwet’en are now employed

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Celebrities hit the links for charity By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News

Steve Darling, Dan Hamhuis and a host of other celebrities from around Canada made the trip out to Smithers this past weekend for the 22nd annual Smithers Charity Golf Tournament and by all accounts, the event was a major success. In addition to the golf tournament, a charity hockey game was added to the festivities on Thursday evening.The last celebrity hockey game was held over a decade ago, but with the recent groundbreaking on the new arena and the pressing need to top up the projects coffers, organizers decided to bring it back. Before the game got underway, some major sponsors of the new arena were announced. Dan and Sarah Hamhuis began the evening by presenting a personal donation of $50,000 to the new arena fund and several other local businesses added to the total. Newpro donated $20,000 and Edmison Mehr, the Bulkley Valley Credit Union, Bulkley Valley Insurance Services, Aqua North Plumbing,

Smithers golf and country club hosted the 22nd annual charity golf tournament on Saturday afternoon. Celebrities from all over B.C. and Canada came out to the event to raise money for the Bulkley Valley Hospital and Health Care Foundation.

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the Wetzin’kwa Community Forest and Glacier Electric all donated $10,000. “The second sheet of ice is really important for the community,” Hamhuis said. “The arena in Smithers gave me the opportunity of pursuing my dream of playing in the NHL, and I want everyone in this community to have that same opportunity.” Since July, the

Second Sheet of Ice Committee has raised $145,000 of the $400,000 needed to complete the project and they are hoping to reach the goal within the next calendar year. On the ice, the Celebrities lined up against a team of CIHL all-stars in front of a packed house at the Smithers Civic Centre. The younger, faster

All-Stars went up early and often on the Celebrities, but the old-timers battled and kept it close. Crowd favourite Dan Hamhuis led the charge for the Celebrities, with a few Bobby Orr-esque endto-end rushes. In the end the All-Stars won 10-6, but more importantly, fans were treated to an exciting game with an abundance of scoring

chances and big-time saves. Proceeds from ticket and concession sales benefited the Bulkley Valley Hospital and Health Care Foundation. On Friday a few celebrities signed autographs at local businesses around town while others took advantage of the beauty of the Bulkley Valley, head off on

fishing and rafting trips The big draw of the weekend event got underway on Saturday morning with a 10:30 a.m. shotgun start at the Smithers Golf and Country Club. In total 30 teams comprised of five players each tackled the 18-hole course but former AHLer Jody Pederson’s team came out on top with a combined -15, one

stroke ahead of Steve Darling’s team, who finished at -14. Winners had their choice of prizes, a collection that included a 55’’ TV, a mountain bike and a surround sound system. Shortly after, the night’s banquet and auction began. Up for grabs were a collection of signed and framed jerseys and a few sports themed trips. See HAMHUIS on A10

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S PORTS Hamhuis donates $50,000 to new rink From Hamhuis on A9 A package of 2014 Super Bowl tickets and hotel stay in New York was the highest grossing item, going for a whopping $9,000. Coming in a close second, the two trips to Philadelphia to see the Flyers and Eagles play, with dressing room tours from former Flyer Joe Watson went for $8,250 apiece and the Dan Hamhuis donated Vancouver Canucks tickets and trip grossed $8,000. Steve Darling added a little spontaneous generosity into the mix when he got up to the podium and announced that he would include a tour of the Global newsroom and an on-air interview, with the Canucks package. In total, the live auction grossed $75,000. “We were hoping

Dan and Sarah Hamhuis present a cheque for $50,000 to the Second Sheet of Ice committee at the celebrity hockey game on Thursday night.

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to raise between $50,000-75,000, so, to get to that higher total, this was probably the best live auction we have ever had,” tournament organizer Kent Delwisch said. No word yet on the total amount

of money raised from the event, but organizers are expecting it to be a record year. “The contribution and commitment our celebrities make to come to Smithers to help us raise money for charity is

greatly appreciated,” Delwisch said in his message from the tournament chair. “It amazes me and humbles me to hear their compliments towards our group of volunteers.” Many of the celebrities headed

home the next day on early morning flights. “I saw them off this morning at the airport, and everyone I talked to said they had a great time,” Delwisch added. Former Canuck Dennis Ververgaert echoed Delwisch’s comments. “It was such a great week. Everyone I talked to had a blast. It’s a first-rate, well run event and I know many of us are hoping to be back.” It’s a another year away, but Delwisch doesn’t see any reason why their won’t be a 23rd annual tournament in 2014. “We will sit down early next year and talk to our sponsors and our volunteers, but we always get such great support from the community. We are hoping to be back next year, that’s the plan.”

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the Village of Telkwa will hold a Public Hearing in the Village Office Council Chambers,1415 Hankin Avenue, Telkwa, BC. The Open House meeting on Monday, August 26, 2013 commencing at 6:30 pm under the provisions of the Local Government Act will be to consider the following bylaw: To close the highway allowance along a portion of Chestnut Street dedicated on Plan PRP42683, District Lot 415, Range 5 Coast District. At this Public Hearing all persons who deem their interest in the property to be affected by the proposed road closure shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the proposed road closures. Written submissions to be considered at the Public Hearing must be received at the Village Office by 4:00 pm on August 23, 2013.

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gram. Returning players have the option of a joining an intermediate level and there will be youth/adult evening and goaltending clinics as well. The Challenger’s British coaching staff are flown to Canada to work exclusively with this program. They will hold over 2,000 camps this summer, coaching over 100,000 players in the U.S., Canada and Australia. “Challenger’s new 1,000 touches coaching syllabus provides an innovative daily regimen of foot-skills, moves juggling, tactical practices and daily tournament play,” said Regional Director of Challenger

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Tenders for the “Dahlie Road Watermain - Contract No. 15538.00” will be received by the Town of Smithers up to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 28, 2013. The general scope of work for this contract is construction of approximately 850m of new 300mm PVC watermain. The project includes connections to existing Town watermains, supply and installation of a jacked steel casing beneath the CN Rail line and an open-cut crossing of Dahlie Road. Tender documents are available, after August 12, 2013, during normal business hours at the Smithers office of Opus DaytonKnight Consultants (see address below) for a nonrefundable charge of $50.00, or electronically on the Town’s website or BC Bid at no charge but with the requirement to register. A pre-tender site meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. on August 20, 2013. The meeting is non-mandatory, but all interested contractors are encouraged to attend to become familiar with the project requirements and site conditions. All Tenders must be submitted to the Town of Smithers Municipal Office (attention: Director of Development Services) in an envelope, sealed and clearly marked “TENDER – Dahlie Road Watermain – Contract No. 15538.00”. Bidders shall sign the Declaration and attach it to the outside of the envelope. Tenders shall be accompanied by a security in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the Total Tender Price payable to the Town of Smithers. Tenders will be publicly opened at the above stated time in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Office. All materially compliant Tenders will be examined as to their sufficiency and submitted to Town Council for consideration. The Town of Smithers reserves the right to waive informalities in or reject any or all Tenders or to accept the tender deemed most favourable in the interest of the Town. The Town’s Purchasing Policy shall apply. The Town will not be responsible for any cost incurred by the Tenderer in preparing the Tender. Contract award will be subject to approval from the Town of Smithers council. The lowest or any Tender may not necessarily be accepted. Questions with regard to the tender documents shall be directed to: Paul Wellington, A.Sc.T. Opus DaytonKnight Consultants #1 – 3772 Fourth Avenue P.O. Box 939 Smithers, B.C. V0J 2N0 Phone (250) 847-1913 Fax (250) 847-1914

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Smithers’ first annual Run to the Hills charity event was an overwhelming success, with more than three times the amount of competitors than organizers expected taking part in the race to climb Hudson Bay Mountain. Sixty participants came out on Saturday, August 3rd to raise money for the Bulkley Valley Child Development Centre and to draw attention to an important cause for firefighters. Winning times for both men and women were right around the one hour mark, while some athletes took over two hours to complete the trail. After the race, the runners had lunch up at Marmot Mansion, followed by a chair-lift ride back to town. “It was awesome, we were hoping for 20

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people and we got 60,” said organizer Dave Percy. “Sometimes an event like this can scare people off, who think they aren’t in good enough shape to try it, but far from it. We had great support and people from all levels.” Percy got the idea for the Run to the Hills from the King of the Mountain race that’s been held for the past

35 years in Terrace. He’s hoping this is first of many. “I would like to keep it going,” Percy said. “To make it bigger and better every year.” The event was put on by a variety of corporate sponsors and the Smithers Volunteer Fire Department. “Most firefighter fatalities happen because of cardiac arrest and not

something that happens in a fire,” said volunteer firefighter, and event organizer, Sean Rowell. “So we are trying to get our guys motivated to get out here and exercise.” In addition to raising awareness for firefighter health, $1300 dollars was donated to the Bulkley Valley Child Development centre from the $25 entry fee.

“The Bulkley Valley Child Development Centre does a great job for chilling in our community, as well as other communities,” said Percy. “And they rely on events like this for funding.” Local celebrity Dan Hamhuis finished with a time of 1:04:38. “It was an extremely difficult event,” Hamhuis said. “Every step was uphill and it was a challenge, but there were some great runners and it was a really well organized event.” Results: Women’s winners 1st place: Jen Atky, 1:12:48 2nd place: Katie Von Gaza, 1:14:02 3rd place: Theresa White, 1:17:17 Mens winners: 1st place: Cormac Hikisch, 58:07 2nd place: Jeremy Schreiber, 59:34 3rd place: Peter Krause, 59:45.

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Teens spend three weeks on high seas By Amara Janssens Smithers/Interior News

Three Smithers teenagers just returned from three weeks of sailing the high seas off the coast of Vancouver Island in Comox. The sea-mates, Spencer Storie, Josh Fitzpatrick, and Dylan Cramer, were sailing at the Quadra Cadet Summer Training Centre this summer. The boys are all going into Grade 9, and are second year sea-cadets with the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps in the Babine regiment. Storie, Fitzpatrick, and Cramer applied to attend the three week training course, where they received their Canadian Yachting Sailing Association CANSAIL Level 1 and 2 certification. Everyday at the Quadra Cadet Summer Training Centre, the boys followed a fairly strict routine, beginning with an early 5:30 a.m. wake up. The boys had half an hour to get dressed in uniform, clean their barracks and to make their beds, which all needed to be completed by 6 a.m. when breakfast was served. Storie said it was best to get to the breakfast hall as early as possible because there would be

Spencer Storie, Josh Fitzpatrick and Dlyan Cramer are shown here sailing the seas off Comox during their CANSAIL levels 1 and 2 course.

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a line of more than 100 other cadets from western Canada waiting at the 6 a.m. time slot. After the cadets received their food they needed to be ready with their sailing bags on the jetty by 7:20 a.m. Storie said his group was

on the slower side, but they still managed to avoid the punishment for tardiness, which was being part of the 6 a.m. parade, a daily activity for first year and band cadets, who are affectionately referred to on base as “seagulls.”

Once on the jetty, the boys would have full day sailing instruction. “They have an amazing staff,” said Storie. The CANSAIL sailing courses usually run for about $2,000, but these cadets had it

all paid for by the Department of Defence and the Navy League of Canada, which also covered the cost of flights, meals, and accommodations. On top of that, the kids got paid to attend the sailing course, earning $60 a week. Storie said they would spend 10 hours sailing each day. The strict regimen felt at the base was not mimicked on water, where they could be “sailors” and not cadets. “Sailors can be goofy,” Storie explained. Back at base in the evening, the cadets were allowed sports play, where they could play hockey or basketball, as well as compete in obstacle courses for team points in a competition known as “Jock of the Walk.” All these activities had to finish by 10 p.m. when it switched to quiet time at the base. “It was just such an awesome awesome time,” Storie said. For every year youth are part of Sea Cadets they have the opportunity to attend these camps, with each year the length gets progressively longer, from two, to three to six weeks in duration. Next year, the guys said they can’t wait to attend the six week sailing instructor course, also at the Quadra base.

History on display during Smithers’ Centennial celebrations

VIEW FROM THE PORCH Lorraine Doiron

mithers Centennial many people out and about. I met David Lubbers, Marg Lubbers’ son, born in Smithers. Then there was Mabel Riley born 1923, Betty Videgain born 1932 and Mary Wood born 1921, sisters all born in Smithers, parents Oscar and Ester Lundstrom. Next several people from the graduation class of 1956. There had been ten in the class,

those who came to the celebration: Bette Marie Carlson, Doris Small who used to work for The Interior News in the office, Lonny Patten, Fay Sedgewick, Linda LundquistFraser (noted artist), Axel Pederson, Lois Edmonds (couldn’t come) deceased members Betty Lu Robinson and Terry Storey. Looking for Walter Gowanlock, Ian McDonald and Uta Erasmus who

had not shown up yet. This group was the first class to have a 10 year reunion, now they meet every two years, usually around Fall Fair time. They spoke of Margaret Davidson who would get in touch with them by personal letter, making sure they knew what was happening in Smithers. I met and interviewed Kathleen Daisy Casler’s daughter Bea and grandson Blain Dieter. Kathleen was

instrumental in starting our Library. Determined to carry on without lights or phone (caused by the fire) the Smithers Library hosted a book release of the Chronicles of Smithers – Our 100th Anniversary. Joan Warmerdam, Melanie Rietsma and Lorne McIntosh read excerpts from this awesome book which has been a great success! One of the chapters read was appropriate

following the fire called “Smithers Rises from the Ashes” speaking of several major fires that happened during Smithers’ early days. Also read was a story about Mr. Perry, the first lawyer in Smithers. They spoke of telegraph trails, transportation, steam boats, horses, even air travel and the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway, noting that Harry Krusselbrink who wrote, Smithers a

Railway Town was in the audience. Mention was made of people who were miners, prospectors, farmers; all involved in getting Smithers built up into what it is today. Many thanks to those who donated their time, months and months of it, to put this together. A treasure. Closing with: Dreams come true. Without that possibility, nature would not incite us to have them. John Updike

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Smithers builds foundation for Anderson By Ryan Jensen Smithers/Interior News

Peter Anderson’s family has a long history in Smithers. His grandparents homesteaded here, living just across from where the Smithers Golf and Country Club is now, and his grandfather owned a brick factory at Chicken Creek. Anderson was one of the many former Smithereens who returned to town last week to help celebrate 100 years of history. In the time since he moved away, Anderson said he has noticed a shift of the demographics of the town to now include more people from all walks of life. “What I notice about Smithers is its diversity,” he said. “Now there are more people that live here that weren’t born here — they live here because they want to be here.” “Smithers has a very strong community spirit but there’s also respect for individual’s right to self determination. People can be themselves here.” Anderson was born in Smithers and lived here until the age of 14. After his father was hit by a tree in a logging accident at Babine Lake and left a paraplegic, the family moved to the Lower Mainland. Looking back, Anderson

Simon Fraser University professor Peter Anderson returned to Smithers last week to visit friends and family during Centennial week.

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said he has nothing but fond memories of his time in the Bulkley Valley. “I think Smithers was one of the most wonderful places to grow up,” Anderson said. “You can’t help but be overwhelmed by the physical

environment and I think that formed a lot of our character. As kids we built forts and I think we learned a lot about being self-reliant.” As a child, Anderson played hockey with the likes of Ron Homenuke and Jim Watson.

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BV Folk Music Society Guitar Camp Instructors Concert Saturday, Aug. 17, 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Hudson Bay Lodge Summit Room. Students from the younger guitar camp will open the evening performance. BV Folk Music Society Adult Guitar Camp Sunday to Wednesday, Aug. 17-21, at Camp Caledonia on Tyhee Lake. An opportunity to immerse in developing your guitar skills at any level. Registration includes all meals, camping, instruction and camp fire jams. 100 Years/100 Artists at the Smithers Art Gallery Aug. 7 to Sept. 7. Community artists each chose a year from the Smithers centennial years. Gallery hours until Aug. 24: Tuesday-Friday, 12-5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. BV Farmers Market in the Central Park Building Parking Lot every Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon. Dmitri Cody, dmitricody@gmail.com BV Museum Exhibits throughout the summer.

Smithers Culture Crawl, stop by to get your copy of the brochure. Centennial Celebrations, Growing Our Own: A History of Agriculture in the Bulkley Valley. Open Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Telkwa Museum Exhibits throughout the summer. 100 years of the Telkwa BBQ back for this season. More added to the permanent displays including maps from 1866 showing how the Telegraph lines opened up the Bulkley Valley. Open until the first week in September 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Phone for special tours of the museum and the 103-year-old St. Stephen’s Church. 250-846-9642. Catholic Women’s League meetings every second Tuesday of the month September to June at 7 p.m. at the St. Joe’s Church. Smithers Community Band practices in the SSS Band Room. Call 250-847-2187 or 250-847-2340 for info. New members welcome.

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Anderson still has family and friends in the area and took part in his high school’s Class of 1967 reunion while in Smithers. Currently working as a professor at Simon Fraser University, Anderson is an

emergency communications expert who has worked to improve emergency planning and response around the world. He developed a mobile telecommunications research laboratory for communications support during emergencies which has seen use at locations and events such as the 2010 Winter Olympics and the Fraser Valley’s avian influenza outbreak. Anderson also designed and implemented an internetbased system to facilitate civil emergency planning among the 22 countries of NATO’s Partnership for Peace program. His work has taken him all over the globe, to places like Africa, Australia and Sri Lanka. Last month, Anderson was awarded the Order of B.C. for his work as an emergency communications expert whose work has improved emergency planning and response worldwide. “Professor Anderson’s contribution to the application of telematics in spaceflight has resulted in communication solutions and innovative technology for planetary and lunar explorations,” the provincial government stated in a press release. “His expertise is sought around the world, yet he generously helps search and rescue and other community organizations throughout B.C.”

SMITHERS AREA HIGHWAYS REUNION On Saturday, August 3, 2013, long-time Highways employees from the mechanical, bridge and road crews reunited at the Smithers Riverside Municipal campground. The gathering was organized by Jos Bot. Those that attended chatted and laughed about the events, and the changes, they had experienced over the many years within “the Department of Highways.” They also remembered their many fellow workers who are no longer here. Everyone enjoyed meeting up with workmates, many of whom had not seen for each other in decades. Everyone who attended enjoyed a picnic lunch consisting of tasty dishes prepared by Barbara Bot and Marily Oliarny. Jack Oliarny barbecued his signature “cooked to perfection” hamburgers. All are very grateful to Jos and Barbara Bot for organizing this event, as well as Jack and Marilyn Oliarny for making sure that everything ran smoothly. The gang gives a big “hello” to those who could not attend but were there in spirit. May everyone continue to enjoy their retirement. As for those who are still working, “hang in there guys” as your time will come soon enough.

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s I talk to you today the temperature is inching towards the high 20s. In the northeast there is a chance of more thunder and lightning. Don’t need that stuff when it is so hot and dry. This hot weather has done nothing but encourage the hornets and wasps

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to get busy. Many of you still ask how to get rid of the nasty things. I have stuck with the fish traps. They work very well indeed. Now, if I could leave the things alone I might not get stung so much. It hurts I tell you. Not to worry I am on the war path. What do birds do about all the wasps? I have seen crows quite agitated by hornets. They snap at them but still they come. Remember to protect yourself. It has been said that you should not wear perfume. Light coloured clothing is a good idea. Mind you a big flowery looking blouse just might encourage the wasps. Bee keepers usually wear white. Two calls today

about robins having another batch. Some birds are parenting their third group. Juncos I figure have done the same thing. What do those doves eat I was asked by a reader in Fort Nelson? They will hang about your feeders and eat seed. I am sure they can eat wild seed as well. Do they migrate? They stay in this area during the winter. Not sure what they will do in the northeast. Barred owl reported from Topley as well as Babine Lake road. Kestrels in the northeast as well as Round Lake. Not many bears around lately. To me that is a great sadness. I look at all the bushes of saskatoon berries cooking in the sun. The

robins eat a few but the bears would have done a good job. The field where I walks is the home to a small herd of deer. With so many out there with dogs we must make sure they dogs do not chase the deer. My latest old rescue dog thought she should chase deer. We have discussed it and she has stopped. The other night as I came home along the trail I looked back. Both dogs were behind me as well as a deer. Imagine that. A birder from Chetwynd was asking me if the blue jay and the steller’s jay will mate together. I have heard of a hybrid from the two birds. Never seen one. I often get calls about injured birds. There is little I can do

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with a hummingbird with a broken wing. A dob of crazy glue might work. If you have a hummingbird that you think you can help just put it beak into the sugar water. If it feeds it might be on its way soon. I have five young bunnies hopping about. Last night I heard a carry on in the bush with a couple fox. I suspect there will be a population adjustment soon. Life is tough. Since I started this column I notice the temperature has gone up. That means I am going back outside to make sure the dogs are OK and to see how many hornets have fallen into the traps. Call me at 250-846-5095 or just e-mail to mallory@ bulkley.net.

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A memorial tea will be held on August 17, 2013 at the Old Anglican Church Hall. All who knew Winston are welcome to join his family between 2 and 4 p.m. as we honor his life.

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Eli Larson of The Racket performs at Bovill Square on Tuesday night for an appreciative crowd. Top left: the BV Puppets kept the kids entertained on Main St. Bottom left, The Ringtones performed at Central Park on Friday.

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Kispiox Valley resident captures B.C. in photo exhibit Contributed Smithers/Interior News

A photograph taken by Kispiox Valley resident David Larson was part of Capture BC, a province-wide exhibit held in Victoria during B.C. Day celebrations on Aug. 5. About 8,000 visitors gathered to celebrate B.C. Day 2013 at St. Ann’s Academy National Historic Site not only caught a glimpse of Larson’s artistic side, but

also provided a peek into the scenery and landscape of the province’s far north. His picture of a herd of horses quietly grazing in an open meadow with forested hills and mountains in the background was taken at his brother’s Indian River Ranch, about 30 km north of Atlin. “He has some guiding territory there including a hunting camp 100 miles back into the wilderness,” Larson said. “It takes about a week to

get all of the horses moved there.” The Hazelton area resident says he purchased his first good camera when he was about 18 years of age. “I’ve been snapping ever since.” He heard about the Capture BC call for photographs from a friend’s Facebook page. “The northern part of the province isn’t represented very often, so I think this is great.” The Provincial Capital

Commission, responsible for the annual B.C. Day event in Victoria, has a mandate to connect and celebrate the Capital with all British Columbians, said PCC CEO Rick Crosby. “We are extremely happy this year that our event producer was able to create province-wide reach and involve British Columbians from many different regions and communities to be part of B.C. Day celebrations in the provincial capital.”

Kispiox Valley resident David Larson participated in a province-wide photo exhibit.

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Mine ruling challenged By Amara Janssens Smithers/Interior News

The Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs and Pacific Booker Minerals Inc. were in British Columbia Supreme Court in Vancouver last week for a judicial review of the provincial Environmental Assessment Office’s recommendation over the Morrison Lake Mine. On October 1, 2012, the EAO recommended the provincial government not proceed with the proposed mine, a recommendation later adopted. While the Gitxsan Hereditary Chiefs

support the province’s decision, Pacific Bookers Minerals Inc. is looking to reverse it. Pacific Booker Minerals found the provincial decision to be “unprecedented and surprising,” and said that, “the Executive Director of the Environmental Assessment Office rejected the conclusions of his office’s comprehensive assessment report and recommended that the Morrison Copper/Gold Mine not be approved, a recommendation the government regrettably adopted.” According to the company, the government did not take into account

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Warnings to adjust lifestyle are abundant today L

iving in today’s world requires a great deal of focus. Without focus a person can be led down any number of distracting paths. There’s the internet and its web of seemingly endless strands of information, television with its increasingly neurotic messages during scheduled programming and commercial breaks and cell phones, the latter now possessing the ability to connect to the aforementioned. Enjoyment is as necessary as

breathing, but if having a good time trumps responsibility for most people on the planet the situation here is dire indeed. Virtually all Gitxsan legends warn of the dangers and repercussions of taking the natural world for granted. Making light of what provides everything we need (the Earth and its animals and plants) will lead to the downfall of civilization, the legends tell. There are places on the internet one can visit that aim to impart a similar wisdom,

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but those places are lonely in comparison to fail compilations and movie trailers. I know the feeling of excitement about an upcoming movie or the belly laugh after seeing somebody fall out of a pit of grapes and wind themselves ... I am human after all. However, if the only thing you enjoy costs money to access then life is truly passing you by. Allowing yourself to be a consuming cog in the current economic structure you willfully

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Proposed mine risky: Hereditary Chiefs

From MINE on Front Biologists from the Gitxsan Watershed Authority have been conducting the environmental assessments. “Any salmon damage is unacceptable,” Beverly CliftonPercival, Hereditary Chiefs negotiator said. The Hereditary Chiefs are concerned that the proposed mine will put chemicals into the waters

of Morrison Lake, which feeds into Babine Lake and then into the Skeena River. “Protecting water and wild stocks,” Clifton-Percival stated as a big reason behind their opposition. The proposed mine would be at Morrison Lake, 65km northeast of Smithers. Court proceedings were expected to wrap up at the end of last week, while a decision is not expected for some time.

‘Ksan Museum hopeful

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A meeting last week with the Gitxsan Development Corporation has the ‘Ksan Museum feeling optimistic. What the museum has been searching for is a means of central funding, as most museums are funded municipally. “We are looking for good sources of core funding,” Bill Blackwater, a board member of the ‘Ksan Museum said. Last Thursday, the museum met with

the GDC to see if they could be that financial source. “I felt it was very receptive,”curator Laurel Smith-Wilson said in response to the meeting. Over the weekend, the GDC reviewed the books to assess what they could bring to the table, if anything. “I think the door was not closed on us,” Smith-Wilson said. Yet the GDC has not revealed how they will be able to help, and if they will. For more than six years the museum has been struggling

Mountain bike stolen Police Beat New Hazelton RCMP responded to a total of 102 calls between August 1-7. Aug 3 - Three youths were reported to be shooting a pellet gun at houses on Lax Seel Street in Kispiox. Police are seeking information from the public as to the youth’s identities. Aug 4 - Police responded to a complaint of an impaired driver in Gitanmaax. The suspect’s vehicle was stopped and an investigation revealed that the driver was

prohibited from driving. The driver failed a roadside screening device and was issued an additional 90 day prohibition. The vehicle was seized for 30 days. Aug 4 - A white Norco Storm mountain bike was stolen from a yard in Hagwilget. Aug 7 - During the night, a vehicle parked on John Field Street in Gitanmaax was entered and items were stolen. Please be aware that as of August 6 on the Skeena River, aboriginal and recreational sockeye retention is closed and the use of gillnets are not permitted.

financially after the 2007 flood that lost the museum more than $100,000 in tourist revenue. With the museum in the hole, costly interest rates of more than 20 per cent have been deepening the debt burden. Having central funding is the last resort for the museum, which has not been able to update its collection, has decrepit buildings and have been operating understaffed. “We’ve been in trouble for quite some time,” Blackwater said.

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Gertrud (Trudi) Koller April 26, 1941 to June 29 2013

Trudi Koller passed away peacefully at home on the afternoon of Saturday, June 29, 2013 after courageously battling cancer. She was surrounded by family at the time of her passing. Trudi was 72 years old. Trudi Koller was born in Switzerland on April 26, 1941. She immigrated from Switzerland to Canada in September 1966. Trudi was married to John Koller on Feb. 9, 1967; they were married 46 years and had three children. Trudi was very involved in the LDS church, the Smithers Swiss Club, and with their family greenhouse business. She loved people, and was cherished by her family and all those that knew her. She was devoted to her family and to helping others. Trudi loved reading, cooking, watching movies, gardening, flowers, herbs, and healthful remedies. She was hard working, a captivating storyteller with an infectious laugh, and a woman of great faith. Trudi enjoyed being able to take several trips to Switzerland during her later years. She is loved by so many people and her wonderful spirit of kindness and charity will be remembered forever. We love you Trudi! Trudi is survived by her husband Johann (John) Emil Koller of Smithers, B.C.; brother Walter Jr. and his wife Lottie Wyss; brother Andreas and his wife Esther Wyss of Switzerland; sister Elfriede Wyss of Germany; daughter Angela Koller of Smithers, B.C., daughter Renata and her husband Paul Cooper and their children Lexi, Blake and Chase of Calgary, AB; son Andy and his wife Ingrid Koller and their children Emily, Evan, Caleb and Avery of Calgary, AB. Trudi is preceded in death by her parents, Walter Wyss Sr. and Ida Martha Wyss of Switzerland. A memorial service celebrating Trudi’s life was held July 5th, 2013.

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The Mount Milligan copper - gold mine is located 155 km northwest of Prince George and mid - way between the communities of Fort St. James & Mackenzie. The state-of-the-art processing plant will be built around a 40-foot Semi-Autogenous Grinding (SAG) mill – one of only six mills of its kind in the world, and the largest in North America.

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Willie was born and raised in a close–knit family, (of our mother/Annie and grandparents: Maggie & Edward Wright), with strong family values; love, and always caring, especially for his/our mom/dad, his sisters (& nephews/ nieces), and for his best friends. Willie was proud yet, humble man and is characterized with a very friendly and charismatic personality and sense of humor. He will always be remembered for his laughter, smiling face, love of music, dancing, enduring/long– suffering and courageous spirit, tempered by selflessness, always respectful, and willing to help/do for others in need. Willie’s characteristics were strongly influenced by our Gitxsan Matrilineal mother/Annie and mother/ grandmother –Maggie Wright & family. Willie has touched many people’s lives during his time on earth. His memory will be dearly cherished by many people/friends, especially his soccer (ie.‘United’, etc), and basketball teammates, classmates and work friends. He is survived by his/our: mother, Annie and dad, Lloyd, (and pre–deceased Grandparents, Maggie and Edward), who raised him, and his sisters: Wanda, Maxine, Lavita and Claudia (& nephews/nieces/& great nephew). • How do we express the loss that we feel? With the loss of Our Only son/brother/uncle/great uncle – Willie. With the gaping hole, that now exists –in us/ our family –that only he occupied, in our every day lives, and our Lifetime together –growing up together from childhood throughout adulthood, and our immeasurable shared memories of our family’s lives together. A loss so great that, there is no comparison or contest. • Taken from us so suddenly and much too soon, it’s difficult to believe it has been one year now. When time, for us/our family, feels like it has stood still, like a bad dream we want to wake up from and find you are okay and still with us. However, we take some comfort in knowing you are in heaven. • You didn’t deserve what you went through so, God gave you rest. God holds you in His loving arms. We hold you close within our hearts, to continue to walk with us, throughout our lives, until we are back together again. Remembering you is easy, we do it every day, but missing you is a heartache that will never go away. Love and miss you. Always Will. We/our family (Annie/Lloyd & Family) would like to thank all the people who have respected our family’s privacy and grieving process, and esp. the respect shown during that time of our brother/son, Willie’s medical crisis, and to his memory after. Anyone who knew our brother/son knew he was a private person, and he appreciated those who knew and respected that and our family. We loved Willie, just as he loved us and words can not express how thankful our family is to those people who have been supportive throughout this time of family crisis and sorrow. As our family did not get to do the events we wanted (ie, gathering/bbq), thus, we would like to thank the following: Special Acknowledgment to: *Vancouver Hospital(s) And –Prince George Hospital (ICU): The Team(s) of Professionals –various Specialist/ Drs, Administration, nurses/various support staff (too numerous to list): For the Great patient care, the Respectful, Friendly, Courteous and Professional Care/Support –given to our brother/son, and to our family; –Doug Donaldson (Stikine LA); Julie Maitland; –Marj Mcrae and Gitksan Government Commission; –Monica Green, –Diane Shanoss, Jen Robinson –Gitanmaax Band; –And the people who have: emailed and shared pics; sent sympathy cards, sent flowers, came by, and expressed their condolences and support; and shared memories –of our brother/son to us/our family, it also helped our family. Thank you, Wanda, Maxine, Lavita, Claudia, Annie and Lloyd.

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Grand Forks Division IMMEDIATE OPENING Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a leading global supplier, with one of the most diverse lines of lumber products in the world. The company has operations across North America and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. For more information about Interfor, visit our website at Grand Forks is the heart of the Boundary Country nestled in the Southern Interior of Beautiful BC minutes from the US Border. For more information about Grand Forks, visit the website www.city.grandforks.bc.ca Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, the successful applicant will be primarily responsible for the upkeep of all the operation’s mobile equipment. You will be a highly motivated team player, with strong communication and interpersonal skills, the successful applicant must have a recognized heavy duty trade certification and a good safety and attendance record. The current shift configuration is 3 days on 4 days off, 36 hours per week, steady dayshift. Excellent wages and benefit package as applicable in the United Steelworkers Local 1-423. All successful applicants will be screened. Interested applicants should forward a resume by August 25, 2013 to: Hank Randrup, Interfor Ltd. Box 39, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0 Fax: 250-443-2434 or email: hank.randrup@interfor.com. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Thought to be Hazeltons’ oldest resident, Neil Sterritt, celebrated his 100th birthday last weekend. The whole village took part in the birthday celebration on Saturday during Pioneer Days with a significant ringing of the fire bell which has not been rung in more than a decade. Sterritt has long been involved civically in the village, serving as a councillor for 10 years. He said he has no secret to looking so young, but his son Art Sterritt says the real trick is staying physically active. Amara Janssens photo

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The youngest and oldest Hazelton residents were out celebrating Pioneer Day last Saturday. “It’s amazing how many people come back,” Mayor Alice Maitland said during the event. Pioneer Day is one of the biggest events of the year for the village. Bright and early Saturday morning 10 people took part in

the five km and 10 km fun runs, which proved to be nothing shy of eventful. A black bear was spotted 200 metres from the 10 km route that led behind the highschool, causing the course to be cut short by two km. “First time ever I heard the pioneer run had to be stopped because of a bear,” Julie Maitland, who organized the run, said. Although the run had a low turnout, by noon hundreds of

people were out and about taking part in everything Pioneer Day had to offer. The parade kicked off at noon with more than a dozen floats enhanting spectactors, from a book bus, to a band, to fire trucks squirting water and tossing candy along the parade route. After the parade, councillor Charles Buddy Smith along with village administrator Kelly Mattson, rung the historic village fire bell for Neil Sterritt’s

100th birthday. The afternoon saw kids competing in obstacle courses put on by the Hazelton Volunteer Fire Department, while the night concluded with the Skeena Ice Arena Adult Dance.

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Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre Society is currently seeking a CAPC Coordinator The Regional CAPC Coordinator is responsible for the NW CAPC Coalition contracts in the Northwest Region of BC. The coalition consists of four Pregnancy outreach Programs and two Parenting program. Requirements: • Min. 2 yrs. Post Secondary Education (degree preferred) in a related field • Experience in Community Development • Experience in Maternal Health promotion/education • Experience in Parental Skill education • Experience in Contracts & Financial Management Job Duties, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Proposal writing & experience • Facilitation skills & experience • Conflict resolution/mediation training • Team building • Excellent communication skills both verbal& written • Handling six contracts within the Northwest Region • Program Monitoring/Audits • Budget Forecasts & Regional Cash flow reporting • Provide staff training conferences • Chair coalition meetings & conference calls • Possess a valid BC Driver’s license & a reliable vehicle • Position requires travel within NW region & Lower Mainland Please forward your resume to: Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre Society Attn: Annette Morgan, Executive Director P. O. Box 2920 Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Deadline is: August 23, 2013

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Are you an experienced truck driver looking to stay close to home or family, seeking a career change, and have a Class 3 minimum licence with air? We have a position for you! **** Billabong Road & Bridge Maintenance Inc. & Nechako Northcoast Construction are now accepting applications for Seasonal/Auxiliary Truck Drivers/Snow Plow Operators in Smithers, Carnaby, Meaiadin and Terrace. We oɈer competitive wages and the opportunity for long term advancement. RLX\PYLK X\HSPÄJH[PVUZ PUJS\KL: -Valid BC Driver’s License (minimum Class 3 with air brake endorsement) -Preference will be given to applicants with Class 1 License, Loader experience, and/or Grader experience, Level 1 First Aid, WHMIS and TCP ticket. -Must be physically Ät and able to work outside in all weather conditions. -Training commences in September **** 8ualiÄed applicants are invited to submit their resume along with a current driver’s abstract to: ETHPS: OY'ULJOHRV-UVY[OJVHZ[ JVT Fax: (250) 638-8409

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Physiotherapist This is a casual position with flexible hours beginning in September 2013. Job Summary: The Physiotherapist provides early intervention therapy services as a member of the family-centered, multi-disciplinary team for children age birth to school entry age. The therapist’s role with children, families and caregivers is one of facilitation and prevention using his/her specialized skills and knowledge to assist the child and family in their development in the home as well as child care or other community settings. Qualifications: • Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Physiotherapy or Rehabilitation Medicine. • Registered with C.P.A. and eligible for membership with CPT of BC. • Experience working directly with young children, including children with developmental delays, their families, and other professionals. • Effective communication and interpersonal skills. • Commitment to a family-centered, community-based team approach to service delivery. • Valid drivers license and reliable vehicle is required. • Meet standard required by criminal records review process. Closing date for applications is August 30th, 2013. Apply by resume to: Executive Director Bulkley Valley Child Development Centre E-mail: director@bvcdc.ca Phone: (250) 847-4122 Fax: (250) 847-9338

Request for Proposals (RFP) Clerk of Works Smithers New Arena Project

The Town of Smithers is seeking an experienced professional to fulfill the role of Clerk of Works for the New Arena project. This is a contract position for the duration of the project construction. The designbuild contract was recently awarded and foundation pre-load works are underway. The Clerk of Works duties will begin when the pre-load is complete and the building construction phase commences, expected in the fall of 2013. The current substantial completion date is September 30, 2014. The firm or individual selected for Clerk of Works must be capable of and have considerable experience in project administration, inspecting building construction work, equipment installations and materials, interpreting contract documents, plans, shop drawings and specifications, and in reviewing quantity take-offs and certifying progress claims. A keen ability to immediately identify deviations from the contract documents is an asset, along with experience in public recreational facilities and ice arena projects. The proposal Terms of Reference document is available at no cost at the Municipal Office or on BC Bid. For questions or clarifications, contact the undersigned at 250-847-1600 or by email at mallen@smithers.ca Proposals will be received up until 2:00 pm on Thursday, August 22nd, 2013. Please submit five (5) copies and one (1) electronic copy of the proposal in a sealed envelope marked “Proposal: Clerk of Works for the Smithers New Arena Project” addressed to: Mark Allen, P.Eng. Director of Development Services Town of Smithers Box 879, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 The Town of Smithers reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, or to accept the proposal deemed most favourable in the interest of the Town. The lowest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted.

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TREATY CHIEF NEGOTIATOR Reporting to: Lake Babine Nation Treaty Society Board Salary & Benefits Negotiable Qualifications • Post Secondary or equivalent • Skills: Negotiations, Decision-making, Computer / Internet Use, Supervision • Understanding of Babine Carrier Culture an asset. Duties: • Secures negotiation mandates • Sets up and prepares tripartite workplan for main table negotiations • Prepares background and summary documents • Ability to drafts position / interest papers for the Nation in consultation with the Treaty Board and for negotiation • Directs and participates in side table negotiations • Supervises and directs employees and other contractors hired to support treaty development and negotiations; manages the Research team and develops individualized research plan and activities for each researcher • Responsible for the preparation of treaty negotiations budget and the strategic work plan for the Treaty Negotiations • Maintains appropriate liaison with government departments, ministries, agencies, UNBC and other interested groups and individuals regarding the advancement of the Lake Babine Treaty developments • Develop a management integration plan with respect to services and programs in areas of governance and jurisdictional issues revolving around treaty developments • Prepares funding proposals design to support the activities of the Treaty negotiations • Prepares and implements a communications work plan • Works closely with and keeps Lake Babine Nations Council and administration informed of all Treaty activities • Other Treaty Related Duties as directed by the Local Treaty Board. Provide cover letter & resume to: Beatrice MacDonald, Human Resources Email: beatrice.macdonald@lakebabine.com Fax: 250-692-4790 DEADLINE: AUGUST 24, 2013

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Help Wanted

Chiropractic Assistant

ACCOUNTING/ AUDIT TECHNICIAN

Part-time 25 - 30 hours per week

We are looking for someone who is energetic, enthusiastic and likes working with families. The ideal candidate will have: â&#x20AC;˘ experience working with computers â&#x20AC;˘ the proven ability to multi-task â&#x20AC;˘ excellent customer service and communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ experience in administration â&#x20AC;˘ a strong interest in health promotion Please drop off or email your resume to info@smitherschiro.com before 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22nd

SMITHERS FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Don Chinnick, D.C. 3847 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3rd Avenue, Smithers

LIQUOR

WAREHOUSE SMITHERS We are currently accepting applications for Manager, Full/Part Time Sales Clerks and Warehouse employees. Must be energetic, outgoing, able to work in a fast paced environment and be a team player. Some heavy lifting will be required. Must have Serving It Right Certificate. Please email resumes to: jobs@liquorwarehouse.ca.

Help Wanted

Local Smithers Chartered Accounting Firm requires an Accounting/Audit Technician or CA/CPA student to join our team. Our new team member will perform audit and corporate year end work. Our firm provides a wide range of accounting, assurance and tax services to a diverse regional client base. Learn more about our firm at EdmisonMehr.ca. Please contact us at 3820 Alfred Avenue, Smithers or by email at michael@edmisonmehr.ca

Daddioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FAMILY RESTAURANT SMITHERS, BC

Is now taking applications for

DISHWASHERS

Please email your resume to daddios5@telus.net

â&#x20AC;˘ Breakfast Cook â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ Servers â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ Guest Service Representative â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ Part-Time Night Auditor â&#x20AC;˘ Interested candidates may apply in confidence by fax to 250-847-4878 or e-mail resumes to jobs@hudsonbaylodge.com

FRONTIER CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP Highway 16 East, Smithers

Frontier Chrysler â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Smithers BC has immediate openings for the following positions. We are growing and need a... â&#x20AC;˘ Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

Wanted Full Time/Part Time Positions Chefs, Drivers and Supervisors

Apply in person only with resume to 3862 Broadway Ave. NO phone calls, please.

Now Hiring Food Counter Attendant

Full Time/Shift Work â&#x20AC;˘ Nights â&#x20AC;˘ Overnights â&#x20AC;˘ Early Mornings â&#x20AC;˘ Weekends â&#x20AC;˘ $10.25 per hr

Apply Now Smithers, Highway 16 with resume Fax: 250-847-5171

Capri Motor Inn is now accepting resumes for a

Housekeeping and Front Desk Clerk

Must Ee aEOe to worN Ăąe[iEOe Kours and be available for weekends. Strong customer service skills and reliability a must. %eneĂ°ts are available. 3lease drop off resume at front desk or email lisa@citywest.ca

Capri Motor Inn DELIVERY DRIVER

LOCATION: Smithers, BC

(2 days a week)

Full time position for local freight distribution at our Smithers location. Experience will be an asset, but training is available for those less qualiÂżed. Class license minimum requirement, but an Air Endorsement and Class preferred. A full beneÂżt package and competitive wage available to the successful candidate.

Interested applicants can forward their resume to glennb@frontierchrysler.net or drop off in person to 3046 Hwy 16 in Smithers.

Please forward all applications to resumes@bandstra.com or fax to ( ) - . Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

â&#x20AC;˘ Salesperson

â&#x20AC;˘ Licensed Technician

â&#x20AC;˘ Part time Business Manager

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Services

Help Wanted

Labourers

Financial Services

MANAGER FOR larger, rural mobile home park in Smithers area. Perfect for semi-retired person or couple. Must have some knowledge of plumbing and be good w/people. Salary will depend on experience. 250-240-2020 for more info.

Help Wanted

LABOURERS Houston, BC

DH Manufacturing in Houston BC is looking for labourers. Must be reliable, physically fit and willing to work shift work. Starting wage up to $16.75/hr. Benefit package after 3 months employment. Email, dhmnfg@gmail.com

Help Wanted

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161. M O N E Y P R OV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

Career Opportunity

Photolab Technician/Customer Service Clerk Experience with Photoshop is an asset. Part-time/full-time at Pharmasave in Smithers. Please come pick up an application and apply with your resume in person to our Front Store Manager, Erica. 3752 - 4th Avenue, Smithers

Help Wanted

Office Administrator

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love being on the other side of the counter

is now recruiting for the following positions:

Employment

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Kyahwood Forest Products is a Finger Joint Mill located 30km west of Smithers BC, in the community of Moricetown. We are currently looking for an Office Administrator who is enthusiastic, committed to excellence, has exceptional people skills, pays attention to detail, is well organized, has the ability to multi-task, and show a willingness to learn. Responsibilities: Bookkeeping skills, including A/R, A/P, payroll, purchase order and requisition experience, data entry to employee database, assist in administration of benefit plan, maintain employee files , reception duties which include but not limited to answering calls and direct to correct department or taking messages and forwarding to appropriate department, mail and courier, filing, meet and greet visitors, business record keeping and filing including confidential files, other duties as required. Requirements: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access), excellent written and spoken communicating skills, diplomacy, team player. Knowledge of Simply Accounting. Knowledge of Wetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;suwetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;en Culture would be an asset. Education: Post secondary education or 2-4 years equivalent work experience in a fast paced office environment. Please list 3 references Deadline for resume submission August 21, 2013. No phone calls please. Please submit resumes for the attention of: Sr. Office Administrator 130 Kyah Sawmill Rd. Moricetown BC V0J 2N1 Fax: (250)847-2763 info@kyahwood.com

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Services

Pets & Livestock

Merchandise for Sale

Heavy Duty Machinery

Legal Services

Feed & Hay

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

GOOD QUALITY horse hay, $3.50 from the barn. Delivery avail. in BV. (250)846-9690.

ROUND HAY Bales for sale. Call 250-846-5855

Blinds & Drapery

GOOD QUALITY square and round bales, will deliver. (250)846-5504 or 847-0952.

SKEENA DECOR

New Blinds...

Of All Kinds

• cleaning • repair •

Bob Swift 250-847-3051 Cleaning Services

Cleaning Services

Pet Services PET SUPPLIES Online! Thousands of products to choose from. Take 15% off your order with coupon code: SALE15 Sale runs till the end of August. www.petland.ca 1-855839-0555.

Pets

Contract season is here! Please consider us for your future cleaners! Commercial/Residential Floor Specialist • Carpets • Floors • Windows • General Cleaning •

TWO GOLDEN Retriever puppies for sale. Beautiful copper coloured females with wonderful temperaments. 8 weeks old and already potty trained. 250-697-6826.

For Sale By Owner

“for all your cleaning needs” Serving Smithers and Surrounding Area Phone: 250-847-0756

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! 40’ Containers under $2500! Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

TRUCK MOUNTED VACUUMS

COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL MOBILE HOMES • INDUSTRIAL

“CALL TODAY FOR PEACE OF MIND”

250-847-4550 www.priorityvac.ca Food Products

Food Products

Hammings Butcher Shop

• Cutting • Wrapping • Domestic • Game

Mobile Homes & Parks

TWO (2 X 4) Wilderness four wheelers… asking $2500 for both. Great for grandkids. Call: (250) 845-7707.

Real Estate

STEEL BUILDINGS, Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

For Sale By Owner

For Sale by Owner:

3748 – 12th Avenue, Smithers, B. C.

Great 5 bed, 2 bath family home in quiet central location. 2 car garage, large kitchen, 2 sundecks, laminate flooring, basement totally finished. Lot is 66 x 122 ft, close to park, walking distance to downtown, great mountain view. Security system. All appliances and window coverings included. Call for an appointment 250 847 0208. For more photos: www.kijiji/smithers/homesforsale.

Real Estate

20 ACRES FREE! Own 60 acres for 40 acre price/payment $0 Down, $198/mo. Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks. Beautiful Views, West Texas. Call 1800-843-7537. www.texaslandbuys.com

Rentals Commercial/ Industrial DOWNTOWN OFFICE building for rent or sale. 2360 sq.ft. with 7 offices and large common area. Avail. Sept. 15. Please contact (250)847-4325

Commercial/ Industrial Property COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR SALE 1164 Main St. Smithers Prime location. Set up as 2 floor office building with conference room but easily converted to retail store. For more details call 250-917-8719

Cottages / Cabins NEW LOG CABIN for sale. 30’ x 24’, full loft. For details please call (250) 694-3535 or (250) 694-3308.

Homes for Rent

Lots

Sale Price - $296,400.00

1999 RIDGEWOOD 14x70, 2 bdrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceiling in living room, 200 amp service, exc. cond. $55,000. (250)846-9255 FACTORY DIRECT Wholesale CSA Certified Modular Homes, Manufactured/Mobile Homes and Park Model Homes, We ship throughout Western Canada visit us online at www.hbmodular.com or 1-877-976-3737

Other Areas

SMALL Engine Business for Sale in New Hazelton, British Columbia. Selling price $140,000 plus inventory. Protected product lines, established loyal clientele creates lots of repeat buyers and referrals. Owner would like to retire after 18 years in the business, but will stay on for a training period. Live and raise your family in an area of world class fishing and hunting. For more information call 250-842-2337 or 250-842-6496

1.1 Acre Fully Treed Lot 120X400, Terrace. 4928 Agar Ave. 250-631-7486

3 BDRM HOUSE F/S/W/D large yard, N/P, N/S, avail. Sept. 1 $1200 mtn + util.(250)847-3376

Trucks & Vans

2006 F250 Super Duty 4x4, new tires, 107,000 km, Supercab.

14,000

847-9657

250-

Wrecker/Used Parts

Will

• Eco Friendly & money saving • Preserve natural resources • Save valuable land¿ll • Provide tested OEM repair parts at a fraction of the price

250-847-3361

HARRIS AUTO WRECKERS LTD

Lake Kathlyn

Smithers, BC V0J 2N6 Phone: 847-2114 Fax: 847-1445 Email: harrisauto@bulkley.net

Legal Notices

Garage Sales

Legal Notices

Warehouse Lien Act Homebuilt flat deck trailer, Licenced in the United States, Belonging to Giorgio Dileonardo. Sales will take place by sealed bids mailed to: Tyler’s Towing, Box 4312, Smithers, B.C., V0J 2N0. Bids will be accepted up until 5:00 p.m. August 15, 2013.

Cars - Domestic END OF ANDERSON RD. (#2773/#2856)

Sat., Aug. 17 8 a.m. to noon

MOVING SALE Sat 17 8am to 4pm 3583 Alfred Ave. Solid Birch table 6 chairs $350. Kenmore W/D $300. Patio Table 4 chairs $200. Kenmore BBQ with side burner $200. All like new! For early sales 847-2898

We’re on the net at www.bcclassiﬁed.com

Homes for Rent 2 BDRM, 1 bath, W/D, 1 year lease, mtn view, deck, pets OK, 975 sq.ft., main & bsmt for storage. Avail. Sept. 1st. $1390/mth, gas/hydro sep. $600 dmg deposit. Kim (604)836-2504 after 6 p.m. 4 BDRM HOUSE on Telkwa High Rd. for rent. avail. July 1. 250-846-5855. HOUSE FOR RENT: 5 bdrm 3 bath Seymour lake, large property. DW,W/D, Garage $1200./mtn+ utlties. Call Michelle @ (867)876-0609 or Ted @ (867)876-1492 IN HOUSTON three/four bedroom house for rent. Shop, large yard, close to downtown Houston. $1,000 a month. Available Sept. 1st. Contact: John at (250) 293-6499

Ofﬁce/Retail OFFICE SPACE for rent. For Inquiries please call (250)8475211

Suites, Upper FURNISHED UPSTAIRS one bdrm suite on Tyhee Lake. Cathedral ceilings, large deck, quiet, scenic view, satellite TV, for single mature adult. N/S, N/P. 250-846-9636.

Want to Rent MIDDLE AGED couple looking to buy or rent a modest home or mobile on 1/2 acre or more. N/S, non-drinking, willing to pay pad rent and help with property maint. (250)428-5624

Transportation

Off Road Vehicles 2010 GT-1 All Terrain Go Carts, $1600 for pair, Electric start, roll cage, lights, brakes, 3 spd and reverse, jodi299@yahoo.ca

Recreational/Sale 1999 Damon Challenger Class A Motorhome, Ford V10, 33’, one slide, 92,000 km, new tires, brakes & batteries, $27,500 obo. (250)365-7152 Castlegar

Boats 17 ft. Alum. Canoe “Spring Bok” very stable, perfect for family / hunting canoe. $500. Call (250) 692-2372

3471 Old Babine Lake Road

In accordance with the Warehouseman’s Lien Act, to satisfy a debt of $3,465.00 incurred for towing, storage and interest we offer for sale:

2 FAMILY GARAGE/ MOVING SALE

Rentals

Wrecker/Used Parts

“Home of a Million Parts”

Real Estate

Gerry & Nina Hamming

Garage Sales

Misc. for Sale STEEL BUILDING Sizzling summer savings event! 20x22 $4,188. 25x24 $4,598. 30x36 $6,876. 32x44$8,700. 40x52 $12,990. 47x70 $17,100. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? KILL BED Bugs & Their Eggs! Buy a Harris Bed Bug Kit, Complete Room Treatment Solution. Odorless, Non-Staining. Available online homedepot.com (NOT IN STORES).

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Real Estate

Business for Sale

“CLEAN AIR & QUALITY SERVICE IS OUR PRIORITY”

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Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for Sale

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Cars - Domestic

Comfort, Quality, Safety! 2009 Cadillac DTS only 80,000 km lots of extras

846-5023 or 20,000 250-847-0832

Asking

250-

2003 Four Winns Fish & Ski Freedom 180 F/S,

fully serviced 4.3L VOLVO PENTA engine, removable side windows for more fishing room, tilt steering, removable seats with interchanging seat posts, rear entry ladder, front control for rear leg trim, full cover with anti pooling poles, electric motor off bow for fishing, custom matched trailer, Bimini top.

This is really a great boat!! $15,000 obo. (250)354-7471 Nelson

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W 1711 Please be advised that Klaus, Falk and Erika Bock are proposing to remove 125 ha of private land from Woodlot Licence 1711 located in the vicinity of Salmon River Road, Hazelton. Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Erika Bock, 366 Salmon River Road, Hazelton, B.C., V0J 1Y5 by August 28, 2013. Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Klaus or Erika Bock at the above address or by phone 250-842-5400.

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Real Estate

Bulkley Valley Real Estate

250-847-5999

Real Estate

Email: remaxbv@telus.net Located in the Log Office at 3568 Hwy. 16 Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

Pick up your FREE copy of our Real Estate Flyer and our map of the Bulkley Valley. View more of our listings online at www.remaxsmithersbc.ca or on Facebook.

$325,000

NEW LISTING

$225,000

NEW PRICE

$299,000

NEW PRICE

$339,000

NEW PRICE

$285,000

NEW PRICE

$199,900

4264 Second Avenue

DL 1227 Campbell Road

4024 Walnut Drive

283 Cameron Rd, New Hazelton

23557 Ridge Road

1080 Elsworth Rd, Kitwanga

• • • •

Immaculate condition 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Lovely sundeck and storage shed Fenced yard and paved driveway

Sandra Hinchliffe

mls n229922

$374,000

NEW PRICE

Bulkley River frontage property 145 acre high bank river property Very rural setting, 35min to Smithers Legal access, hydro close by

Charlie McClary NEW PRICE

mls n229958

$696,500

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

Peter Lund NEW PRICE

mls n222441

306 acres, 2 titles, hobby farm 4 bdrm, 2 bath, full bsmt, 1365sf Some pasture, treed, outbuildings www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

$319,000

mls n228791

Park-like 7.2 acres, 3 bedrm home Guest cabin, shop, seasonal stream Organic garden/hobby farm buildngs Greenhouses, root cellar, carport

Leo Lubbers

$419,000

mls n222628

14 acres, good view, private 3 bdrms, 3 bathrms, full basement Recent upgrades, immaculate www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

mls n220602

$39,500

$118,500

4143 Driftwood Road

8535 Woodmere Road

12915 Eagle Road

3854 Proctor Road

Lot 3 Passby Dr, Smithers

#75-95 Laidlaw Road

• • • •

8.79 acres 2850 square foot living area 4-5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Very private and quiet

Sandra Hinchliffe

mls n227759

Woodmere Ranch 1600sf, 3 bed rancher, log guest home Hay land, pasture, year round creek Cattle, sheep, poultry, market garden

Charlie McClary

$59,500

mls n4505943

5 acres, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom Riverfront and mostly treed Minutes to Telkwa, school bus www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

$589,000

mls n226385

4.73 acres, fenced for horses 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 24x36 workshop, pasture Beautiful views, close to town

Peter & Donna

$449,500

mls n228081

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

Donna Grudgfield

$659,500

mls n225818

3 bedrooms Snow roof Front living room Empty, quick possession

Donna Grudgfield

mls n226990

$278,500

$749,500

Trail Avenue, Telkwa

704 Laidlaw Road

4555 Schibli Street

16475 Babine Lake Road

Telkwa Coalmine Road

4159 Eighth Avenue

• • • •

Very private building lot 320 x 200, tucked away Surrounded by Aspen trees Located off Tower Street Ridge

Donna Grudgfield

mls n228833

1724 sf custom, 4 bdrm, 3 bathrm 3.47 acres on Bulkley River 2 rental units plus main house www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

$278,000

mls n227632

Executive quality home Large lot, private back yard 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms School, perimeter trail near by

Peter Lund

$595,000

mls n225094

Spectacular 317 acre rural retreat Privacy and recreation, shop Hay land, trees, wild life, hiking Renovated 5 bedroom, 3 bath home

Ron Lapadat

$419,000

mls n224574

640 acre original homestead Ranch style home, barns, corrals Approx 320 acre in hayfields Crown land 2 sides, hunters paradise

Charlie & Ron

$369,900

mls n

Fabulous Walnut Park view location 3 bdrm, room for 4th, 2 bathrooms Private fenced back yard, sundeck www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

mls n228436

$484,900

$179,900

4321 Third Avenue

5726 Kilpatrick Road

1371 Sunny Point Drive

4248 Reiseter Avenue

Lot 7 Bluff Road

5311 Willow Road

• • • •

Well kept 3 bedroom and den home Large 99 x 125 lot, great views New roof, high efficiency furnace www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

mls n229090

Tyhee Lake frontage, 5.2 acres Solid 4 bedrooms, full basement Fireplace, HRV unit, private Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

$79,500

mls n227862

3 bedrooms plus den, 84x180 lot 3 bathrooms, steam shower Kitchen with bayed eating nook Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

$249,000

mls n228135

3 bedroom, 4 level split 2 fireplaces, vaulted ceilings Main floor family rm, many updates Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

mls n227091

$384,000

18.78 acres above Tyhee Lake Best view in the Valley Community water system Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

$45,500

mls n216715

Subdividable 10.44 acre lot, view 2 storey, 3 bedrm, full bsmnt home Lg paved driveway, park like setting Visual tour @ www.askmel.ca

Dave & Sonia

mls n229758

$385,500

$884,500

4300 Block Second Avenue

11209 Highway 16

McDonell Road

Lot 4 Chestnut Crescent

22909 Telkwa High Road

316 Swan Rd, Kispiox Valley

• • • •

Residential 49x125 lot Build your dream house View of mountain and park Partially fenced and landscaped

Dave & Sonia

mls n228093

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

Sandra Hinchliffe

$1,100,000

mls n228356

Timbered 150 acres Approx 3300 ft lake frontage On beautiful McDonell Lake 1175 square foot log cabin

Sandra Hinchliffe

$239,500

mls n221712

¼ acre lot Sunny and great view Great location Municipal sewer and water

Sandra Hinchliffe

$45,000

mls n228370

Spectacular 116 acre river property 1760 sq ft home and guest home 70 acres treed, 40 acres open meadow Terraced ½ mile riverfront w cottage

Charlie McClary

$269,900

mls n211449

Custom built home on 125 acres Set up for horses, riding Pasture barns, fencing Privacy and views, near fishing

Ron & Charlie

mls n215425

$229,000

$72,000

4479 Gelley Road

18050 Grantham Rd, Telkwa

#69 – 95 Laidlaw Road

1760 Aldous St, S. Hazelton

2067 21st Ave, S. Hazelton

17771 Hwy 16 W. Smithers

• • • •

Country estate with lake access mouth of Lk. Kathyln on Chicken Cr. Detached 1300 sq ft Coach house Ask for full brochure

Charlie McClary

mls n228799

2,034 sq ft home on 6.09 acres Fully updated incl. kitchen& bath New flooring, lighting, paint & trim Workshop, 200 Amp, appliances

Karen Benson

$130,000

mls n229070

14’ wide, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Upgraded electrical, bath, windows Vinyl siding and storage shed Fenced yard

Jeff Billingsley

$67,000

mls n228113

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home 5 acres New furnace and some windows Large 40x50 shop

Jeff Billingsley

$48,000

mls n225414

Spectacular view of Roche de Boule Private 3 lots, double wide mobile Close to park, appliances included Recent upgrades, newer windows

Jantina Meints

$49,900

mls n229010

900sf, well built and clean home 2.23 acres 8 minutes from town 2 bedrooms, full basement Quick possession

Jantina Meints

mls n228536

$120,000

#40 Fulton Street, Granisle

61 & 63 Fulton Street

Lot 1 Chestnut Street

#21 George Frtg Rd, Telkwa

Lot 10 Morris Road

Lot 1 Morris Road

• • • •

• 9.89 acre lot • Just 5 min from Telkwa • Natural gas, power and phone service on Morris road

6 bedrms, 3 bathrms, 3200 sq ft Spacious & bright, dbl garage, hot tub Beautiful view of Babine Lake Rec room, storage, office, laundry

Jantina Meints

Peter Lund Res. 847-3435

mls n229439

Donna Grudgfield Cell. 847-1228

Large covered deck, 4 bedrooms Full basement with rec room & shop Fruit trees, landscaped yard Includes 81x120 lot beside

Jantina Meints

Leo Lubbers Cell. 847-1292

mls n229674

Ron Lapadat Cell. 847-0335

Excellent corner building lot Approximately 102’ x 160’ Mountain views Near playground, ball park, trails

Kiesha Matthews

Dave Barclay Cell. 847-0365

mls n228126

Sonia Apostoliuk Cell. 847-0937

Check out this great opportunity Affordable living Great location on the Bulkley River 5 minutes East of Telkwa

Kiesha Matthews

Sandra Hinchliffe Cell. 847-0725

mls n229687

Charlie McClary Cell. 877-1770

Build your dream home 10.22 acre lot Just 5 minutes from Telkwa Gas, power, phone service on road

Kiesha Matthews

Karen Benson Cell. 847-0548

mls n227721

Jeff Billingsley Cell. 877-0838

Kiesha Matthews

Jantina Meints Cell. 847-3144

mls n227814

Kiesha Matthews Cell. 876-8420

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Jessica St. John and Chelsea Carle as Blaine and Pat Boyd, also known as the Boyd Brothers, in the historic play Grand Trunk Pacific, put on by the Hazelton Area Theatre Society. Amara Janssens photo

By Amara Janssens Smithers/Interior News

“It’s only 60 miles to Hazelton,” said Jessica St. John playing Blaine Boyd, one of the two brothers who came to Hazelton more than 100 years ago in search of work. “Only 60 miles, he says!” Brother Pat exclaimed as the two walked to town on foot. Saturday afternoon’s outdoor play called, Grand Trunk Pacific, had the audience in their hand, as actors from the Hazelton Area Theatre Society recreated the historic tale of constructing the Grand Trunk Pacific Railroad. The play began in 1906, with the arrival of Blaine and Pat Boyd, who had left Washington State on a quest in search of employment and riches north in

Canada, just two of hundreds who shared the same dream. And although the brothers never did strike it big, the play recreated the polical and economic environment surrounding the railroad’s construction, up until its completion in 1912. Labour unrest, high financial cost, and geopolitical debate were the central themes of the play, written by Maggie Carew. “The majority of the characters are real,” director Alana Harrison said. And although Carew spent more than a year writing the play, the actors only had a week to prepare. “The play came together really quickly,” Harrison explained. “It’s pretty exciting it came together in a week,” Harrison added.

All the actors had a week to memorize their lines, and the set was also created in the same amount of time, with each member dedicating many hours to the play each day. Despite the fast turnover, confidence was high before the play began Saturday afternoon at the end of Omineca Street. “I rounded up the actors - I have ridiculous confidence in these people,” Harrison said. “This day is perfect.” In fact, the crew had every reason to be confident as the crowd loved their performance, as there were moments of cheering and laughing. This was the last play of the season for the theatre group, but it will be added to their registrar so that someday the play will be acted out again, Harrison said.

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