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TERRACE - Noreen Sandberg, left, with Shayla Hudson, both air cadets with the Royal Canadian 747 Air Cadets Squadron helped serve refreshments Dec. 19 as the cadets first took senior citizens on a Christmas lights tour of the area and then treated them at the Air Cadet Hall at the airport.

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KITIMAT - The Haisla Nation says it’s disappointed by the Joint Review Panel’s recommendation that Enbridge’s Northern Gateway Pipeline project should be approved. “The Haisla Nation did not have faith that this panel or the process would take our rights and title interests seriously in the face of big oil money. Haisla from the start pointed out more than once that this panel could not reach a fair decision given the fact that we did not have input into the development of the process. It was the only process available to us so we sought to place before the panel accurate scientific technical data, going into a deficit to do so,” Haisla officials said in a Dec. 19, 2013 release. “We will be reviewing the report in detail in the coming days to try to understand how the panel could reach its conclusions, and to determine what our next course of action will be.” The 1,170 kilometre pipeline carrying Alberta crude would end at a marine terminal in the Kitimat area where it would be pumped into tankers for export to Asia. At the same time, Enbridge would build a second pipeline, this one to import condensate, an oil thinner, and pump it to Alberta where it would be mixed with the crude. “Given the high cultural and resource values in both these areas and the strong Haisla Nation aboriginal title claim to the lands required for the project, we participated fully in the Joint Review Panel’s process with the hope that the voice of the Haisla Nation would be heard,” read the release. “The panel doesn’t seem to have heard or if they did, it didn’t affect their mindset. It is not only the Haisla Nation that has not been heard. The extensive argument of the Haisla Nation and of British Columbia concerning the massive environmental risk that comes with this project has been ignored. “Our people have seen corporations taint our fish and loot our forests. We are not prepared to sit back,” the release continued. The release also noted the federal government must speak with aboriginal groups, including the Haisla, as part of the work it must put in before deciding whether or not to back the review panel’s recommendations. So far, the release continued, the Haisla have not been able to meet with the federal government. “Instead of consulting meaningfully with us, the federal government has attempted to shoe-horn all First Nations into a one-size-fits-all process that does not even approach meaningful consultation. This is not an acceptable way for the Crown to meet its obligations to the Haisla Nation and undermines the legitimacy of any government decision for this project,” the release stated. It said the project amounts to an “unjustified infringement of our aboriginal rights and our aboriginal title. A decision to approve [the pipeline] would be illegal.”

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TERRACE - TERRACE RCMP officers are releasing few details yet about a Dec. 3, 2013 assault they suspect is a hate crime. Four men wearing balaclavas assaulted a lone man walking home from work at 11 p.m. that night on the 3400 Block of Straume near Suwilaawks Community School. “During the course of this investigation, there were indica-

tors for investigators to suspect that this crime was hate motivated,” said Constable Angela Rabut, who said she couldn’t release specifics. She did say that because all four men were wearing balaclavas, officers suspect the assault was planned. According to police, the suspects are described as: two were over 6-feet tall, two had smaller builds, all were wearing hood-

ies, one hoodie was orange, one hoodie was a plain grey non-winter type, and one of the men had big eyes. According to police, two of the four men punched the victim while the other two stood by and watched before managing to escape. -Rabut said local investigators have been in contact with the RCMP’s provincial hate crime unit.

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VICTORIA BC Hydro’s imposition of manual meter reading fees has persuaded most holdouts to accept a wireless smart meter. BC Hydro imposed a $35 monthly fee starting Dec. 1 for customers who refuse to part with their mechanical electricity meters, after offering the 68,000 customers who still had them the option of accepting the new meter with the radio transmission function on or off. BC Hydro reported the results this week to the B.C. Utilities Commission (BCUC), which is reviewing the fees. More than 48,000 customers chose the smart meter to avoid the meter reading fee. Another 450 chose the radio-off meter, which comes with a $100 setup fee and $20 a month starting April 1 to cover costs of collecting readings. Another 6,270 customers chose to keep their mechanical meters, and 13,110 more did not respond to BC Hydro’s letters, so they will have the $35 fee added to their bills until they choose another option. BC Hydro reports that 99 per cent of its customers now have the wireless meter. Most of those have been switched to automated billing, and have their

daily electricity use displayed on their online account pages. Claims of health effects from wireless meter transmissions have been rejected by health authorities, and also by the BCUC in a review of FortisBC’s wireless meter program. BCUC found that the radio frequency signal from a bank of smart meters is less than 10 per cent of the natural background level, and a tiny fraction

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PRINCE RUPERT Job losses are coming after the City of Prince Rupert voted to freeze Community Enhancement Grants at the 2013 levels for the year ahead. A number of community groups were looking for an increase in funding in 2014, including the Lester Centre of the Arts, the Prince Rupert Library and the Museum of Northern BC, but will now have to move forward with less money than hoped for. The Museum of Northern BC requested more than $40,000 in additional funding this year to avoid staff and programming cuts, however council agreed not to increase the museum’s community enhancement grant this year. “Given the fact that the cost of everything is going up and the grant isn’t ... we are going to cut staff. We’ll have to see what impact that has on services,” said Susan Marsden, curator of the Museum of Northern BC, adding the impacts on services won’t be known until mid-to-late January. “It just means each staff member has to take on more responsibilities and at a certain point that becomes counterproductive. There’s only so much an individual can do.” Marsden said she knows the city isn’t in the best place financially, but hopes at some

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The Museum of Northern BC has been turned down in its request for an increase to its annual grant. point there will be good news for community groups. “I do respect the fact that the city is struggling, but I do think we’re surrounded by wealth and it’s a bit odd that it doesn’t seem to be trickling down into the actual municipality,” she said, adding she would like to see the city come out with a long-term plan on how to generate more revenue. The Lester Centre of the Arts requested an additional $4,000 to offset premiums for liability insurance covering the Performing Arts Centre Society board of directors and 128 volunteers. Even though the request was denied, Lester Centre general manager Crystal Lorette said there have been some changes since the board approached the city. “We’re back on

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The Lester Centre had to pay about $50,000 for utility costs last year, with BC Hydro costs expected to increase in 2014. Additionally, the facility is constantly needing to replace old equipment which is generally very expensive. The Prince Rupert Library is waiting to see if it will receive an additional $36,000 in funding this year to help cover operational costs. The city postponed its decision on the increase until January. Chief librarian Joe Zelwietro said he’s pleased the city is at least contemplating the idea. “I think the city is giving some serious consideration to our application and are planning to be financially responsible but [are still looking] at what possibilities may exist because of special circumstances at the library,” he said. “We try hard to serve the community and the city is respecting that. I know it’s hard for the city too,” Zelwietro added. The Prince Rupert Golf Course, which last week outlined financial difficulties facing the club in 2014, will receive the same $103,000 as last year. The City of Prince Rupert has currently approved giving out $1,051,075 in community enhancement grants. The city will decide on funding the Visitor’s Information Centre and the library in early 2014.

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PRINCE RUPERT - Jumping into the cold waters of the Prince Rupert harbour on Jan. 1 may not appeal to some, but for many the Polar Bear Swim is a New Year’s Day tradition. This year, members of the Prince Rupert Rotary Club are inviting swimmers and spectators of all ages to Rushbrook Floats next Wednesday for the annual dip in the sea. Those brave souls willing to take the plunge will make their way down the boat launch at 1 p.m. and there is no fee associated with going for a swim in the harbour. “It’s a great way to make a fresh start for 2014 ... it’s part of our community outreach. It’s a tradition that we jump into the harbour each year. It’s a fun event, and who doesn’t want a hot dog after New Year’s Eve,” said Prince Rupert Rotary Club president Crystal Lorette. The club will also be handing out ten $10 gift cards for the swimmers, including a prize for best team cos-

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Rushbrook floats will host the 2014 Polar Bear Swim. tume and best costume. “It is always great to see people dress up. The Rotary Club always has a strong team of swimmers, and I’m not sure what the costumes are this year but that is sometimes worth seeing by itself,” said Lorette. Rotarians will be on-site serving up hot chocolate and hot dogs to those coming out of the water and those watching the festivities from the relative warmth of the shore.

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KITIMAT - The Raincoast Conservation Foundations has released a report warning of the consequences to salmon in the face of the proposed Northern Gateway Pipelines project. The report, which was released December 17, concludes that the risk from marine terminal and tanker traffic would be detrimental to salmon growth. The leader author, and Raincoast Conservation fisheries ecologist Misty MacDuffee said in the organization’s

media release that a lot of the studies on the affects to salmon came from the Exxon Valdez oil spill. “These risks are not just from a large oil spill, they are from the industrial activities that accompany oil tankers and degrade essential salmon habitat,” she continued. The report says that only 10 to 15 per cent of oil from a marine spill is typically recovered and that spill response in rough weather is not possible. Meanwhile, pre-planning, skill, resources, coordination and “the attitude of the response agency” are essentially

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HAZELTON - New Hazelton RCMP responded to 87 calls from Dec. 12 - 18, 2013. Police attended a total of 5 calls during this week under the Mental Health Act. All persons involved were transported to the hospital for assessment by a doctor. Police also attended 6 traffic accidents related to road conditions. No injuries were involved with the accidents. Dec. 14, police responded to a report of a sexual assault in the village of Kispiox. Two males were arrested and later released with conditions. The file is still under investigation. Dec. 15, police received a request to check on a female. Police attended and located a male who was found to have outstanding arrest Warrants and breaching his no contact conditions. The male was held for court. Dec. 16, a complaint was made of a break and enter to a home on Eagle Drive in Kispiox. The family was away at the time and came home to find their kitchen window smashed. If you have any information, please call Cpl. Leask at the New Hazelton Detachment. Police also responded to a fight at a local restaurant. A female was located and arrested. Dec. 17, a female was arrested for assaulting a police officer and later released when sober and calm. Charges are pending.

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CITY OF Terrace members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 2012 have made an annual donation to the REM Lee Hospital Foundation. Accepting a $2,000 cheque is Todd Taylor, left, from the hospital foundation. With him is Local 2012 president Terri Williams, Northern Health Authority administrator Chris Simms and Local 2012 treasurer Jas Parmar.

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TERRACE - The Coast Mountains School District officially announced a number of staffing changes at the Dec. 18 school board meeting. Long-term educator Agnes Casgrain, current principal of Kildala Elementary School in Kitimat, will become the district’ new aboriginal education principal, effective Feb. 1. And following the announcement that Cam MacKay will be the new director of human resources beginning Jan. 1, Keith Axelson, current vice principal at Caledonia Secondary School will take over MacKay’s position as principal at Caledonia. Todd Hollett, current principal of Uplands, will move to vice principal at Caledonia. The posting for his replacement is current, and expected to be announced in the new year. A new director of instruction, replacing Brent Speidel, is also anticipated.

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THE THIRD annual Kids Helping Kids sells ornaments until Dec. 21 at Don Diegos. There is a minimum donation for the ornaments with all proceeds going to the purchase of toys for the Salvation Army. Don Diegos will match the total amount raised. FREE FLU clinics in Terrace for those who qualify for seasonal influenza and pneumonia vaccinations. All clinics are drop-in and include the lunch hour. Drop-in clinics at Skeena Mall Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop-in clinic at the health unit Dec. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you have any questions, call the health unit at 631-4200. If you have general questions about the vaccinations, call Health Link at 811. TERRACE PHOTOGRAPHY Club meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Terrace Art Gallery. Want to enjoy photography more? Open the aperture of

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TERRACE - Erik Hernes, Treasurer of Knights of Columbus Council 5149 presents Todd Taylor, Chair of the REM Lee Hospital Foundation, a cheque for $2,700 toward the purchase of a diagnostic ultrasound machine. Also in the photo from left to right is Eileen Kennedy (director), Ron Bartlett (director), and Teleza Shafooli (PR assistant). Funding assistance for the donation was made possible from financial assistance of the Province of BC.

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KITIMAT JAN. 9 - The Kitimat Seniors, Branch 129, will hold their monthly meeting at 1 p.m. at the Seniors Centre. ONGOING THE KITIMAT Public Library’s popular Mother Goose StoryTime takes place Mondays at 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Bring your little one for a morning of felt stories, sing-songs, finger puppets and a ton of giggles. Please register in person or contact the library at 632-8985. Free. PICKLE BALL every Tuesday and Thursday, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Riverlodge. For those aged 50+. Call the Kitimat Seniors’ Centre at 632-3475 for further information. NEW CHURCH in town, gathering together for a conservative Christian fellowship. Preaching the word of God, singing spiritual songs and hymns. Vision for revival in Kitimat and Canada. Citywide prayer network. Phone Cathy Speitelsbach for more details 632-2211. THE KITIMAT Quilters Guild meetings are the first Thursday of every month, held at M.E.S.S. Sewing room. All experience levels welcome. (19+) Call

Aileen at 632-6225 or Wanda at 632-4458. KITIMAT PUBLIC Library is offering free basic computer tutorials, sponsored by the federal government. If you would like to learn how to search the Internet for jobs, medical information, send and receive photos, or simply browse the computer for matters of interest, please call Carley to book your free appt 6328985. HEALTHY BABIES drop in is held every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Kitimat Child Development Center. They welcome families throughout pregnancy and up to one year (older siblings welcome). Come meet other parents and infants over light refreshments with support from the CDC staff and a Public Health Nurse. For more details, call 632-3144. CHILD DEVELOPMENT Centre Family Fun Spot Drop-In Monday and Friday afternoons 1-3 p.m., Wednesday mornings 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Ages 0-5 welcome “A Great place for families to meet over coffee and toys!” Contact 250-632-3144 for more information. KITIMAT FIBRE Arts Guild: Interested in knit-

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PRINCE RUPERT ONGOING CANADIAN CANCER Society is looking for volunteers to help with the daffodil campaign in April. Please contact Judy Rea at (250) 624-3913 for more details. THE HERITAGE Advisory Committee is looking for new members, if interested, drop a note to Heritage Advisory Committee, PO Box 181, P.R, B.C, V8J 3P6. LAST MINUTE Market Sat. 9am - 12:30 at the Moose Hall. Craft items, baking, home business and yard sale items. For table rentals, call Rosa 624-4787 or Kathleen 624-5652. Coffee is always on! PRINCE RUPERT Seniors Centre Bingo Fridays 1- 3pm. Everyone 19 and older welcome. PRINCE RUPERT Alcoholics Anonymous. If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. Prince Rupert A.A, 6271119. AL-ANON MEETINGS: First Presbyterian Church, 233 4th Ave. E in basement. Tues. 8pm. All are welcome. Call 627-4899. NARCOTICS ANON-

FRIENDSHIP HOUSE of Prince Rupert hosts: AamaGoot Power Puff Girlz Club (ages 7-12) Tues. 35pm, 3rd floor meeting rm. AamaGoot Women’s Carving Learn to Carve Wed. 6- 9pm, Main level back entrance. AamaGoot Ladyz Club (18yrs +) Learn new artistic designs through sewing, beading, etc. Sat. 1- 4pm, 3rd floor meeting room. Phone Carol Doolan at the Friendship House 627-1717, ext. 64 for more info. VISIT THE Military Museum at the Royal Canadian Legion 1pm4pm Thurs-Sunday. P.R. ROYAL Canadian legion meeting every 3rd Mon. each month. Call Marie 622-2869. SCHOOL DISTRICT 52 Band Program is looking for donations of band instruments for students who do not have their own to use! Help bring music to all students by donating that trumpet in the basement or the saxophone in the closet! If you have an instrument not being played, call 627-6717 for pickup. CALLING ALL Musicians! Prince Rupert Community Band and Choir are seeking new members. No auditions needed! PR Community Band meets Mon. 7:309pm at PRMS (formerly PRSS) band room. Choir meets Wed. 7:309pm at PRMS Band Room. Call Peter Witherly at 624-9634. MEALS ON Wheels needs volunteers to deliver hot meals Mon. Wed. and Fri. from 11 am to noon. Call Andrea Vogt 250-622-6375.

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PRINCE RUPERT - The Enbridge Northern Gateway Joint Review Panel has recommended the federal government approve the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline, subject to 209 conditions. “Based on a scientific and precautionary approach to this complex review, the panel found that the project, if built and operated in compliance with the conditions set out in its report, would be in the public interest,” read a statement from the panel. The panel found that “opening Pacific Basin markets is important to the Canadian economy and society.” The panel also found that “the project would bring significant local, regional, and national economic and social benefits”. But those assertions did not sit well with project opponents, who called the recommendation an affront to democracy. “As British Columbians, we feel very disappointed and let down ... it is a sad day for democracy when we know our voices haven’t been heard,” said North Coast MLA Jennifer Rice while surrounded by supporters at a news conference on Dec. 19. Those sentiments were echoed by Tsimshian hereditary chiefs Clarence Nelson and Murray Smith who, although not speaking on behalf of their bands until they had time to speak to other tribes, said this recommendation should only serve to bring First Nations together. “Personally I hope that this will unite First Nations. We have to speak with one voice because this will affect our Nations in different ways,” said Nelson, who called it “cold hearted news”. “I am so, so disappointed that our voices were not heard again. My concern is always whether we will be heard or whether we will be pushed to the side and it is clear that is what has happened again ... we are one voice, and that voice is saying no,” added Smith. Skeena - Bulkley Valley MP Nathan Cullen wasn’t surprised by the panel’s decision, calling the process bias from the start. He said he expects the project will now move from the public domain into the courthouse. “The risks far outweigh the bene-

fits but the project will move on to the next stage, which I am guessing will be the courts as First Nations are prepared for that ... this has only further marginalized the voices of First Nations people. The government just said to 78 First Nations who opposed this pipeline, ‘we don’t care’,” said Cullen Cullen said if he had one message to Stephen Harper and Enbridge, it would be to find a way to back down while there is still time. “It is ultimately going to be a very destructive thing. They are not going to build the pipeline and they are going to do a lot of damage along the way,” he said. “This does not lead anywhere good, certainly not for Enbridge or the federal government.” Al Monaco, president and CEO of Enbridge said the company isn’t celebrating just yet. “We know that more work needs to be done with some aboriginal communities,” he said. “We and our partners will put our best foot forward to further build trust ... we welcome any possible input that would make the project better.” The federal cabinet now has 180 days to approve or reject the panel’s recommendation. Federal Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver said he encouraged people to see for themselves what the report says. “Now that we have received the report, we will thoroughly review it, consult with affected Aboriginal groups and then make our decision. We also encourage everyone with an interest to take the time and review the report,” he said. “No project will be approved unless it is safe for Canadians and safe for the environment.” B.C. Environment Minister Mary Polak said approval by the federal panel meets one of its five conditions, but doesn’t change the province’s position against the pipeline until the other four are met. They include satisfying legal obligations to consult and accommodate aboriginal communities and developing “world leading” safety and spill response on land and at sea. “We believe we’ve made progress in highlighting the very important steps that are going to need to be taken … but we need to see evidence that this work is going to be achieved,” she said.

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Are you interested in excelling in a fast paced, challenging environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. A well established Prince George truck & equipment dealer is currently seeking EQUIPMENT PARTS PERSON to join our team. • This position pays $30.92 per hour for a Journeyman; all other Overtime is paid at double time. • Full dental and medical packages as well as an RRSP plan in place. • Long term commitment, including a training and career development program. If you are a team player with a good work ethic, please forward resume to:

Jeff Morrison, Parts Manager 1995 Quinn Street Prince George, BC V2N 2X2 Fax: 250-562-6288 or by email: jmorrison@inland-group.com

Place of Worship

Cellphone Consultant

We are looking for an out going individual who enjoys meeting the public and is interested in the electronics industry. We will train you to become a qualified cellphone customer representative in the ever-expanding cellphone industry. This is a full time position with good benefits in an excellent working environment. Please apply in person with resume: Attention Manager.

4710 Keith Ave., Terrace

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

AUDIO/VIDEO CELL PHONE DEPARTMENT

The person that we are looking for is an outgoing individual that enjoys meeting the public and has a passion for the latest and greatest in electronics. This is a fulltime position that will require the successful applicant to work some Sundays and Friday nights. We offer a great work environment and provide a good package of employee benefits. Please send your resume to Ken Chemko, Fax: 250-635-7174 or email to kenc@compusmart-terrace.ca or drop it off at 4710 Keith Ave. Terrace, B.C. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Place of Worship

Kitimat Pentecostal Fellowship

FIRST UNITED CHURCH

Sunday Service at 11:00 am “Know What You Believe and Why You Believe It.”

Pastor Mickeal Hoffman 1340 Kingfisher Avenue Church Ph. 250-632-5623

1180 Kingfisher Ave. • Ph. 250-632-7149 Email: kituc@telus.net • Rev. Dr. Dona Lethbridge www.kitimatunitedchurch.ca/index.html

Morning Worship Service 10:30 am

Phone 250-632-4924 • www.pacificcornerstone.com

ALL ARE WELCOME

Sunday, December 29 11 am Worship Service

Christ the King PARISH 1760 Nalabila Boulevard Ph 250-632-2215 Father Kenneth Uwaoma www.catholickitimat.ca Saturday, Dec. 28 7:30 pm Celebration of the Eucharist

Sunday, Dec. 29 10:00 am Celebration of the Eucharist

Feast of the Holy Family

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, and the word of Christ dwell in you richly.” Colossians 3:15-16

Holy Mary, Mother of God World Day of Prayer for Peace Wednesday, January 1 Mass at 10 am

Presbyterian CHURCH

Lahakas and Nalabila Ph. 250-632-2044 or 250-639-6464

Sunday, Dec. 29 First Sunday after Christmas

10:30 am Worship Service and Sunday School Worship Leader: Albert van der Haven “We wish everyone a happy and blessed New Year.”

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 840 Columbia Ave. – Ph. 250-632-6014 Email: kitimatfbc@telus.net Rev. Tim Coleman

Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013

No Bible Connections” Coffee available Worship 11:00 am LAY MAN SUNDAY with ANDREW SWAN

Christ Church Anglican 1220 Kingfisher Ave. • Ph. 250-632-7812

All are Welcome First Sunday after Christmas December 29 at 10:30 am Lessons and Carols with Fr. Luke Anker Listening may be the most loving and Christlike thing you do today.

The Harvest

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH CONGREGATION OF LUTHERAN CHURCH CANADA

Pastor Clint Magnus • ph. 250-632-6962 KITIMAT 1474 Nalabila Blvd. 11:00 am Sunday Worship 9:45 am Sunday School

TERRACE 5010 Agar Ave. 250.631.7825 2:00 pm Sunday Worship

Kitimat Worship Directory

THE HARVEST MINISTRIES CANADA

Held at the EAGLE CENTRE THEATER 193 Nechako Centre, Kitimat Ph. 250-632-5501 email: the-harvest@live.ca View live webstreaming of Saturday Services at: www.theharvest.ca/live

Saturday Night Service

Saturday, December 28 at 7 pm EVERYONE WELCOME!!!

For information on placing a church listing, please call 250-632-6144, or email classifieds@northernsentinel.com

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Employment

Services

Accounting/Tax/ Bookkeeping

Janitorial

Trades, Technical

Cleaning Supervisor Req’d. F/T, Pmt. 1+yrs. exp. Duties: Supervise and co-ordinate the activities of cleaners. Inspect and ensure that established safety and cleanliness standards are met. Recommend and arrange additional services. Hire, train, and schedule staff. Estimate and optimize budget. May receive payments or perform cleaning duties. Lang: English. Work at various locations. Email Vikramjit, at Dhillon Janitorial Services: d_janitorial@yahoo.com.

5 Light Duty Cleaners Req’d. F/T, Pmt. No exp. req’d. Duties: Sweep, mop, wash & polish floors. Clean furniture and plants. Clean & disinfect bathrooms & elevators. Vacuum carpeting. Supplies areas. Remove trash. Report & store lost or found items. Lang: English. Work at various locations. Apply to Vikramjit, Dhillon Janitorial Service, Terrace, BC. E: d_janitorial@yahoo.ca.

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages, relocation allowance, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrysler.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Or send by email to: chrysler@telusplanet.net

Timber Baron in Terrace is looking for a motivated Heavy Duty Mechanic. 5 years experience working on hydraulics, processors, and excavators is reqd. Welding is an asset. Wages are based on experience. Home every night. Please send resume to Mike@timberbaron.ca

Help Wanted

CARRIERS WANTED

Help Wanted

GREAT

FIRST JOB!

Work Wanted Drywaller seeking employment Terrace/Kitimat area, comes with excel. refs. Call Lyle Malmgren 778-631-2779

Services

Psychics Susan Maroney is accepting appointments for New Year’s Readings. Book your appointments now. www.susanmar imaroney.ca 250-641-9483

Financial Services IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

Legal Services

Bookkeeping services available. Call 250-627-8759

Landscaping SNOWBLOWING Residential Driveways and Odd/Handyman jobs Terrace/Thornhill areas Optimum Lawn Care 250-922-4534 or Cell/Text 250-877-0965

Real Estate

Rentals

For Sale By Owner

Apt/Condo for Rent

2 New manufactured homes14 x 66 and 16 x 58. Both are 2 bdrm with ensuite, drywall interior and hardiplank siding, 4 upgraded kitchen appl. lots of extras setup in boulderwood trailer park. $123,000 each. 250-692-0264 250-692-7852

QUATSINO APTS KITIMAT

Duplex / 4 Plex Mobile Homes & Parks

DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect home phone service. No one refused! Low monthly rate! Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call National Teleconnect today! 1866-443-4408. or visit online: www.nationalteleconnect.com

MOBILE Home for Rent $1400 mth, Plus utilities. Renovated two bedroom, dishwasher, new W/D, F/S. Fully furnished. Contact 250-6321106

Pets & Livestock

Rentals

Pets

Apt/Condo for Rent

Merchandise for Sale

2 & 1 bdrm apts & 1suite, new flooring and paint available now, $725 & $625 & $475/mo 2 ref’s req’d, also shared accommodation trailer for rent with option to buy 250-6359333, or 250-641-1534 cell

Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? STEEL BUILDINGS/Metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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CLIFF SIDE APARTMENTS 1123-1137 Borden Street Adult-oriented. Quiet location with harbour view. Heat and hot water included. Minutes walking to downtown and hospital. References required. 1, 2, or 3 bedroom suites. Some furnished. Prince Rupert

Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins etc 778-281-0030

250-624-5800

Cleaning Services

FREE HEAT AND

HOT WATER

Bachelor 1 and 2 bedroom

FURNACE & DUCT CLEANING PROFESSIONAL

APARTMENTS Largest, Brightest Suites Shiny Hardwood Floors Unfurnished & Furnished Daily - Weekly - Monthly

“CLEAN AIR & QUALITY SERVICE IS OUR PRIORITY”

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COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL MOBILE HOMES • INDUSTRIAL

“CALL TODAY FOR PEACE OF MIND” PRINCE RUPERT

250-624-8088 737 Fraser St, Prince Rupert

1-855-947-4550 www.priorityvac.ca

Downtown location Balconies Security Entrances Some furnished suites Call for an appointment 250.632.4511

www.kitimatapartments.com

Telephone Services

Purebred golden lab puppies. Great family dogs. De wormed and ready for loving homes. $650 250-975-0299

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Starting at $600 Balconies Security Entrances Cameras for your safety Now includes basic cable Visit our Website www.kitimatapartments.com Phone: 250.632.APTS (2787)

1,000sq. ft. duplex for rent. 1.5bdrm + 1 bath. Incl. laundry. Would prefer mature, quiet couple. N/S, No parties. Small pets negotiable. Avail. mid-Jan. No rent until Feb 1st. $800/mo. Call: 250 635-7567. Pt Ed: FURNISHED 2 bdrm w/laundry, electric heat incl. $1,000/mo.Avail. Dec. 15. Call Lynn Chivers 250-627-1414.

Homes for Rent 2 bdrm/2 bath, with full basement, fireplace, hardwood floors, appl., deck, fenced/ private backyard. Immediate possession. $1,100/month. 250-615-7782 3 bd home 2 baths, D/W, W/D, F/S, rural setting, large fenced back yard. 10min to town, prefer quite, tidy, working couple. $1100.00 avail. Jan 1st 250-615-0076 3 Bdrm House for Rent. Avail Dec 28th. N/S, N/P. Working people only. $1,500/mo. Damage Dep. Req’d. 250 615-6932 / 250 635-9731 4 bdrm, 2 bath furnished house for short-term rent from Feb 1 to July 31. Pets on approval. Located in Jackpine Flats. $1,800/month. 250 635-0706 AVAILABLE NOW. Executive House. Furnished 4 bed/ 2 full baths, 1/3 private acre. $4000. /mo. Absolutely NP/NS. 2 yr lease. 250-638-7747 message For Rent- Lg 2 bdrm 2 bath trailer, w/d, f/s, d/w, wood stove electric heat, gas furnace, large yard, utilities extra. Available Feb. 250-631-9979 House For Rent - 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, large kitchen with deck and shop in the backyard. Fully furnished including 5 appliances, all utilities, hydro, TV and internet. Available January. $4,000/mo. NS, NP. Call 250-635-7347. PR: 1 bedroom suite. $500 per/mo. Adult oriented, no pets. Also Bachelor suite. Mature tenants only! $525/mo. References required. Call 250627-1715 or 250-624-5955 PR: 3 bdrm+, 2 1/2 bath, 3 levels, fenced yard, hot tub, gas heat/hot water not included. $1,500/mo. Call Lynn at Randall North 250-627-1414. PR Atlin Ave 3bdrm+den rancher, ensuite, W/D, dishwasher, fireplace, N/S, pets negotiable, elec H/W, N/G heat. $950/month + utilities. Available Feb. 1, 2014. Email zapco@shaw.ca or call (250) 627-8313. PR: House w/3 bdrms for rent. Looking for contractors. furn. all-incl. harbour-view. Mark @ 250-622-2203 Short-term Rental- 3 BDRM Hse w/ng heat in town $1,600 + utils. Avail. immediately for 4 months. Call 250-877-7161 or Kimcamacazi@yahoo.ca

Skyline Manor

1200 Summit Ave. Bachelor & 1 Bedroom Suites. Security Entrance, harbour views, balconies, storage, laundry facilities, hot water & heat included. Sorry no pets. Close to hospital, bus stop & downtown. References required. Contact our on site Manager at 250-624-6019

Ofﬁce/Retail TERRACE - Ideal for small business or esthetic salon . 202 - 4623 Lakelse Ave $800/mo. Call Dr. Zucchiatti’s office at 250-635-2552

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Rooms Starting At $59/Daily, $299/Weekly, $799/Monthly, Contractors Welcome All-Inclusive. 250-600-1680

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Cars - Sports & Imports

THIS WEEKS SPECIALS

2011 Toyota Tundra SR5 4x4, Power Drivers Seat, A/C, C/C, Traction Control, Tow Package, Heated Mirrors, 131,620 kms

Townhouses

PRINCE RUPERT Harbourview Apts. 2 & 3 Bdrm, 1 bath, Start at $600 No pets 627-6697 or 622-2699

2011 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT AWD, Leather, FlexFuel, Upgraded Sound System, Dual Climate Control, A/C, C/C, 42,933 kms

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2009 Toyota Camry

TOWNHOMES in KITIMAT 3 bdrm, 1 Â˝ bath, carport Start $700. Sorry no Pets. Call Greg 639-0110

Transportation

$27,995

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PINE CREST 3 Bdrm. 2 Level T/H 1 Â˝ bath No pets Call Jenn 622-4304

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Cars - Domestic 1995 Buick LeSabre full power, low km. $2300. 3925 Old Lakelse Lake Dr. Thornhill 250-635-8225

Boats

4912 Highway 16 West, Terrace, BC V8G 1L8

1989 SUN RUNNER boat. 21.5 feet, 125 aq Volvo inboard motor, Merq leg, excellent running condition. $7000 (250) 698-7533 leave a message we will call you back.

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Environmental Protection Notice Application for Permit Amendment Approval Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act. We, Ridley Island Terminals (RTI), at Post Office Bag 8000 - 2110 Ridley Island Prince Rupert, B.C. V8J 4H3 intended to submit this amendment application to the Director to amend Permit: PE-06698, issued August 28, 2000, which authorizes the discharge of effluent from an existing coal handling facility. The land upon which the facility is situated on a 35 - acre parcel on RTI leased land and includes: a portion of Parcel N (Plan #10929) Lot 1 (Plan #10937, 10938, and 10939), located on Ridley Island, near Prince Rupert within the Skeena - Queen Charlotte Regional District, in North-western British Columbia. The amendment requests that an additional sediment pond, with an average monthly discharge rate of 68,000 m3 and maximum discharge rate of 135,000 m3, be added to treat additional effluent associated with the expansion of the existing RTI coal handling facility. The effluent may be discharged up to 24 hours/day, 365 days/year and will consist of surface water runoff collected through a perimeter sediment catchment and settling pond system to drop out suspended solids. The sediment collection pond was constructed using Ministry of Environment (MOE) guidelines. Effluent will be monitored regularly for compliance with MOE permit constraints. Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed amendment and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant, (C/O R. Friday) with a copy to the Regional Manager, Environmental Management Branch, PO Box #5000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3726Alfred Street, Smithers, B.C., V0J 2N0. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record.

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OPEN ROUTES

Rte 30128 (20)- 4905 - 4946 Greig Ave. 4800 - 4904 Hwy 16

Rte 10171 (51)- 3212 - 3232 Atwood St. 3210 - 3311 Emerson Ave 4436 - 4526 Little Ave. - 4420-4665 Park Ave. Rte 10175 (68)- 4602 - 4761 Lakelse Ave. Rte 30128 (20)4905-4946 Greig Ave. 4800-4904 Hw 16 Rte 10185 (86)- 2704 - 2912 Cramer St. 2604 - 2608 Evergreen St - 4461-4531 Feeney Ave. 2701-2806 Keefer St. - 2807-2911 Kerr St. 2701 - 2903 Hall St. - 2701 - 2905 Kalum St. Rte 10250 (73) - 4003 - 4120 Benner St. 4729 - 4736 Bolton Ave. - 4002 - 4119 Eby St. 4022 - 4130 Skoglund St. - 4727 - 4736 Wilson Ave. Rte 10190 (134) - 2203-2316 Evergreen St. 2202-2610 Kalum St. - 2101-2611 Pear St. Rte 10192 (78) - 2703 - 2918 Eby St. 2507 - 2911 Sparks St. Rte 10246 (136) 4001 - 4020 Best St. - 5102 Lanfear Dr 4906 - 4948 Cooper Dr. - 4907 - 4921 Highland Dr. 4925 - 4947 Hundal Dr. - 4002 - 4120 Munroe St. 3902-3914 Terrace St. - 3808-4110 Thomas St. 4831-4947 Twedle Ave. Rte 10220 (121)4806-4940 Agar Ave. 4923-5028Pohle 2405-2905 Kenney St. - 4901-4942 Medeek Ave.

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Inside Old school…

SPORTS

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TERRACE - For the third year in a row, ultimate hockey dad Brian Reimer has turned his Terrace backyard into an outdoor rink – complete with advertisements on the boards, flood lights, a centre line and blue lines, and a net to catch stray pucks, the 50x100 foot rink took him nearly a month to complete. After a warm few weeks, it was finally cold enough on Dec. 18 for this group of atoms to take to the ice – friends who play on four different teams, the group gathered to warm up before official practice at the Sportspex on the old school rink. “We’ll be out here until 10 or 11 o’clock some nights,” said Reimer, noting that the ice is harder than it is with indoor rinks, meaning skates need to be well-sharpened.

Be strategic and consistent with eating and exercise this season By Nick Rose

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Terrace’s Aubrey Gingles nears the finish line at the Kitimat Winter Invitational, held Dec. 13-15 in Kitimat.

Bluebacks make waves in Kitimat

TERRACE - The Terrace Bluebacks placed third overall at the Kitimat Winter Invitational Dec. 13-15, a swim meet that saw many personal bests for the Terrace swimmers. Anke de Wit took silver overall in the 15 and over girls category after placing first in 880 Free, 400 IM, 100 Fly, 100 Breast and 50 Fly – she also led the team in points and qualified for AA provincials, alongside teammates Thomas Christensen and Raychel Davies, who also qualified for provincials. Other highlights include Avery Back’s first place finish in 50 Fly for 10 and under girls, Jonus Lecuyer’s first place finish in 100 IM for the 11-12 boys category, and Harlene Takhar’s first place finish in 200 Breast for the 13-14 girls category. Now the club gears up for the Terrace Regional swim meet, Jan. 1719 here at the Terrace Aquatic Centre.

During Christmas holidays the first things that come to my mind are: Christmas dinner, Christmas baking and lots and lots of stuffing. During this holiday season it’s quite easy to pack on the pounds so here are some ideas you can follow to help maintain or even lose weight during this season. Intermittent Fasting – The hardest thing about the holiday season is the excessive amount of food that is always being pushed in front of you. Realistically why would you want to say “no” to all those goodies you get once a year? Well, you don’t have to! If you correctly plan your eating schedule you can still eat things you enjoy while maintaining your weight. A good way to do this is called Intermittent Fasting: periods of fasting (no food) and working them into your lifestyle. This technique has worked great for me during “slimming down season.” I

NICK ROSE simply just take a meal such as lunch or breakfast, sometimes both and sacrifice them, so I can eat most of my food during dinner. With this approach you simply just choose to skip one meal and fast; choose a 6-8 hour window that you allow yourself to eat what you want. If you plan this right you can fast most of the day and save room to eat what you want during dinner, not worrying about putting on those extra pounds. Make sure you don’t go overboard with all those Christmas brownies though! Fixing Your Diet – Diet during this season

can almost be seen as paradoxical. Seriously, how is one supposed to keep a diet strict while your wife is in the kitchen baking cookies, fudge and all those other Christmas treats. Despite how hard this is during this time of the year it is not impossible, you just have to tweak a few things. Like eating more meat and vegetables! It’s really that simple, and it’s easy when you are constantly being fed turkey. The average person doesn’t even get 50 per cent of the required protein intake. When you approach your meals, serve yourself with mostly protein and vegetables. That’s right – don’t feel bad about gorging on that turkey! You will find that by not consuming as many carbs you will get full faster; this is because you are eating something that is natural compared to things like bread and stuffing. Go For A Walk – Still not feeling motivated to get to the gym? Start with something small. Even doing something as small

as going for 25-30 minute walk can make a huge difference. Not only is there massive hormonal benefits but the mental stress relief of enjoying a walk with your loved ones will also help you relax more during this season. Some body-builders replace cardio with going on long walks, because you are still achieving an active caloric burn but you also get to enjoy the beautiful outdoors. It’s simple, just pick a time and go for a walk, it really doesn’t get much easier. It really might seem impossible to lose those extra pounds during this time of the year but if you focus on some of these techniques, you might just have a fighting chance. If all else fails, you can always make your New Years resolution to go to the gym. Remember losing weight is not something that has to be hard, it just takes strategy and consistency. Nick Rose is an international sports and science association certified personal trainer.

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