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Hamhuis chosen to represent Canada By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News
Dan Hamhuis will wear the red and white in Sochi. The Canucks defenceman and Smithers native was named to the 2014 men’s hockey team last week. “It’s a huge privilege to play for the country,”
Hamhuis said. “It never gets old putting on that Canadian jersey and it comes with a lot of responsibility. “Looking at the players this morning on that list, it’s pretty incredible the amount of talent that’s on that team and the amount of talent that’s left off the team,” Hamhuis added. “I’m sure the
managers agonized over a lot of the decisions in putting the best team forward.” His former minor hockey coach, Don Pederson, was very happy with the news. “I can’t honestly say I thought he would get to this high of a level, but I guess you’re always hoping,” Pederson said. As the first Smithers’
hockey player to represent Canada at the Olympics, the news on Hamhuis spread like wildfire. “It was huge when he got named,” Pederson said. “Everyone is excited. The town is buzzing right now.” Hamhuis has played for Canada five times at different levels, including the
World Juniors and the World Championships, but this is his first Olympics. It was a nerveracking lead-up to the announcement for Hamhuis; he was one of a handful of defenceman that could have heard their named called. Instead of waiting by his phone for the call from the Team Canada
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From HAMHUIS on Front Early on in the 201314 season it looked liked Hamhuis wouldn’t make the cut. He struggled out of the gate and saw his playing time reduced, prompting oft-volatile Canucks head coach John Tortorella to call Hamhuis’ game a ‘dog’s breakfast.’ What a difference two months makes. Hamhuis has completely reversed his early-season struggles. Since November he’s been the Canucks’ minute leader and most reliable option on the back-end. “I probably didn’t get off to the start I wanted to early on in the season,” Hamhuis said after the Jan. 7 morning skate ahead of Vancouver’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. “I stayed patient with myself
and to the adjustments we were making as an organization with the new coaches and the new systems we were playing.” His current coach agrees. “I don’t root for Team Canada in that Olympic stuff,” Tortorella said. “But he should be one of those players. He’s played that well.” With so much depth on the Canadian backend, it’s unclear what kind of role Hamhuis will play in Sochi. In the likely event that Duncan Keith takes the top spot on the left side and Jay Bouwmeester gets paired with his current St. Louis Blues partner Alex Peiterangelo, Hamhuis will have to compete with San Jose Sharks defenceman Marc-Edward Vlasic for the final slot in the bottom pairing. But his chemistry
with former Nashville Predators teammate Shea Weber may help him stay in the lineup and take on a shutdown role. “We played a full season together in Nashville and we had a really good year that year,” Hamhuis said. “We were really comfortable playing with each other. In 2009 we played together at the world championships in Switzerland, so that could be possible.” Knowing Hamhuis, he’ll fulfill whatever roll is asked of him, even if it’s as a reserve. “There were so many great defencemen vying for a spot on the team and it seemed like there was a lot of strength on that right side, especially. Hopefully, that works out well for me and I get a chance to contribute.” Canucks’ teammate Roberto Luongo will
joint Hamhuis in Sochi. He watched the Team Canada announcement with the rest of the country, on Tuesday morning. “I wanted to see if Hammer made it. Really excited for him, more than anything,” said Luongo. “I thought he played hard and was a guy that was talked about since the summer. “I Wasn’t sure if he was going to make it or not but I was really happy to see his name up there.” Hamhuis is one of five BCers to make the squad. Shea Weber highlights the list that includes Stars’ forward Jamie Benn, Canadiens’ goaltender Carey Price and Blackhawks’ defenceman Duncan Keith. The Olympics begin Feb. 7 but Team Canada doesn’t play it’s first game until Feb. 13.
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No charges in Burns Lake mill fire
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Crown prosecutors have decided not to lay charges against Babine Forest Products or its employees in relation to the explosion and fire that destroyed the company’s Burns Lake sawmill and killed two workers. The B.C. government’s criminal justice branch announced Friday that lawyers concluded there is “no substantial likelihood of a conviction for any of the regulatory offences recommended by WorkSafeBC.” A province-wide program of sawmill dust inspections has been in place since the Babine mill explosion in January 2012 and a similar blast at Lakeland Mills in Prince George three months later.
The case was referred to prosecutors for charge assessment after a WorkSafeBC investigation found that the most likely fuel source for the two explosions was fine, dry dust, which increases when mills cut dry trees killed by beetles. The likely ignition source in both cases was motor and gear assemblies running waste conveyors in low, confined areas of the mills subject to heavy dust accumulation. Prosecutors found that there was evidence to support charges, but the mill owners have a defence of “due diligence” available to them that would likely prevent a conviction in court. Criminal justice branch officials began meetings Friday in Burns Lake with the injured workers and the families of the two men who died, to explain the decision.
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Cohousing development identifies possible site
By Ryan Jensen Smithers/Interior News
The ball is rolling on a proposed co-housing project in the Village of Telkwa. Since announcing they were pulling up stakes and shifting focus from Smithers to a location in Telkwa late last year, the BV Cohousing Society’s proposed development has moved along quickly. They have now identified a site and are holding an open house for anyone who wants to hear more about the project on Jan. 25. A cohousing neighbourhood is made up of self-contained, privately-owned homes clustered around common facilities. Environmental sustainability is also a core value. This will be reflected in the smaller homes, green building attributes and renewable energy systems used in the development. Society member Mel Coulson also said they are expanding the development’s age
Landowner and project participant Daryl Hanson discusses the merits of a potential location in Telkwa with BV Cohousing Society member Mel Coulson on Friday.
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boundaries, to attract more interest. About 12 people is what they need to make it work, he said. The five-acre parcel is located north of the
Tower St. subdivision in Telkwa and is part of a larger piece of land owned by Daryl and Dina Hanson. The couple are also interested
in taking part in the cohousing development. It’s a good location, Coulson said, as the project would still have all village services
yet be in a countrylike setting. Residents already maintain trails around the property for recreation, which is something Coulson
said his group will not discourage. “It’s an ideal site because you’ve got Telkwa on the front step and the Babines on the back step,” he said. Because of the site’s size, the development could be built in phases and there is room for extensive gardens as well. Transportation needs will be met by using existing public transit and possibly by purchasing a bus to shuttle residents around, Coulson said. “Overall, this housing model brings social, environmental and economic benefits,” Coulson said. “It’s a model for building a supportive community and creating socially and environmentallysustainable neighbourhoods.” The innovative project is fully supported by the Village of Telkwa. The open house is Jan. 25 at the village office on Hankin Avenue. There will be a site tour from 1 to 2 p.m. and the open house goes from 3 to 8 p.m. in council chambers.
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Stephen Harper rapped for wrong reasons TV coverage of PM’s B.C. visit portrays protester seige
GUEST VIEW Tom Fletcher
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rime Minister Stephen Harper’s latest visit to B.C. was portrayed as these things are today: besieged by protesters, hiding from an ever-vigilant media, cynically campaigning for the 2015 federal election. TV couldn’t get enough of the two “environmental activists” who dressed as waiters to slip onstage at a business breakfast in Vancouver. They’re not environmentalists, just all-purpose protesters using the flavour of the month. They are associated with a group calling itself “No One Is Illegal,” a collection of anarchist kooks that wants to do away with national borders, and of course capitalism. As their nowfamous sign said, they want “climate justice now.”
Organizer Brigette DePape explained to a co-operative CBC TV host that the recent typhoon in the Philippines that killed thousands of people was caused by global warming, which of course is caused mainly by the Alberta “tar sands.” I won’t dwell on this routine idiocy, except to say the number of hurricanes that struck North America in 2013 was zero, and that hasn’t happened since 1994. Also, “climate justice” is like “social
justice,” in that both require confiscation of earned wealth. DePape is the former Senate page fired in 2011 for a similar sign stunt. She’s now a professional Harper hater, with support from the U.S.-based Tides Foundation among others. One of the issues Harper didn’t take questions on was the consolidation of 11 federal fisheries libraries into two, one of them in Sidney, B.C. This is portrayed
as part of Harper’s so-called “war on science,” and has been compared with the Romans burning the library of Alexandria in ancient Egypt. Fisheries Minister Gail Shea defended the costcutting measure by pointing out that almost all access to these libraries is now digital, so maintaining 11 duplicated sets of printed reports is a waste of taxpayer dollars. An anonymous
federal scientist fired back on his blog that the head of one of these libraries retired before the contents could even be catalogued, much less completely digitized for online access. So this material wasn’t even properly organized? Users were supposed to browse until they stumbled on something pertinent? The ministry reported that the average number of people other than federal fisheries
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staff who used these libraries averaged between five and 12 per year. That’s for all 11 facilities combined. And if anyone has even one example of information that was available and isn’t now, they should identify it. Harper’s got plenty to answer for, no question. To take one of many examples, spending our borrowed money on TV ads for a “Canada Job Grant” program that hasn’t
even been introduced in Parliament, much less set up, isn’t just wasteful. It’s dishonest and cruelly misleading to the unemployed people the ads pretend to offer help. Harper’s visit to B.C. added a couple of scripted events, starting with softball questions at the Vancouver business breakfast. Then he was off to a photo op at the Kinsol trestle on Vancouver Island, where he announced three more years of funding for the Trans-Canada Trail. I’m as relieved as anyone that Harper is not killing this modest federal project that started in 1992, but this is not news. It was a fake public event to justify the cost of a trip so Harper could address a new Conservative riding association. And how is the federal deficit after eight years of tightfisted Conservative rule? We’re only borrowing about $1 billion a month now, down from the Harper government all-time record deficit of $55 billion in 2009. Some cost cutting is in order all right. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalNews.com.
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DRIVE 4UR COMMUNITY Mark Williams, general manager from Hoskins Ford, presents the Smithers Peewee Storm a cheque for $4,800. The money was raised through Ford Canada’s Drive 4UR Community event.
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Cancer lodge fantastic Editor: I am writing this letter on behalf of myself and Daphne Moser to express appreciation for the Kordyban Lodge. The lodge opened in March, 2013 as a place to stay for people who were visiting Prince George for cancer treatments at the hospital. Some of the residents had been there for months, others, like us, just had a short-term stay. The lodge is positioned very close to the hospital so that it is an easy walk for those that are mobile. Volunteers are available to do the short drive if needed. The lodge itself is bright, airy and thoughtfully designed. A large living room, equipped with comfortable furniture, a piano and a large gas fireplace welcome those who walk through the door. The bedrooms that are set up for two are practical and well appointed. The
meals were delicious and nutritious and beverages and snacks were available all day. Every need is provided for, from laundry to TV rooms, places to escape for reflection and peace, or spaces where you can meet and chat. We felt privileged to be able to stay and be so well cared for. There is always a registered nurse on duty. The staff, residents and all the volunteers were so supportive and upbeat that if it weren’t for our circumstances of the stay, you might feel you were on a holiday. At one point during our stay, Daphne said: “I feel safe here,” and we wanted to share this with the community. If you do have to go to Prince George for treatments, you will feel safe and cared for at the Kordyban Lodge. For all of us that have supported the Canadian Cancer Society over the years it is wonderful that we see the payback in this fine facility. Over the next few years we will either need to use the facility
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ourselves or will know someone who does. It is very comforting to know that it is there. On behalf of Daphne and myself, yours sincerely, Moira McMillan Smithers
Costume in very poor taste
Editor: I am writing because I just heard a very disturbing story about a Halloween party that was held at the Twin. I am very disgusted that somebody had dressed up like this guy in town who has dementia. He wore his shorts over his pants, he wore a big wooden
cross around his neck, he wore a jack full of writings of Jesus. Now do you know who I am talking about? He has dementia just so you know. I cannot believe a person could stoop so low as to make fun of this man. This man was not always like this. He also has family in town. A father, an aunt, uncle, cousins, daughter and grandchildren. Did you even think of who you are making fun of? And why? I am just appalled at how one makes fun of another human being. How would you like it if this person was your father, brother or son?
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Think about it. And shame on the rest of the young people who were there and laughed. How dare you make fun of my family! He has a name and it’s Doug. Doug was not always like this. He was a very nice guy. A car painter, a musician, a runner, a carpenter, a hunter, a realtor, a car salesman, an avid hiker and a very meticulous man. He was married and also has a wife in this town. I guess you didn’t stop to think about who you would be hurting. Or did you even care? When I heard this story, I was livid. I just had to write to say “shame” to whoever
you are. Just think about what you do before you do it next time. Dementia can happen to anybody, so don’t forget - it could happen to you. God has his ways of getting back at people who are mean to others, so be careful who you make fun of. Lonny Leason Telkwa
What goes around comes around Editor: I was absolutely appalled when I heard some person had the gall to dress like my nephew, Doug Pierce, at the Twin Valley Inn’s Halloween party. And I’m sure you all know how he dresses. For someone to do that, they must have a very sick mind and anyone who saw how he was dressed should have had the decency to say something. I’m very disappointed with the people in this town and how they treat people like Doug. He has
dementia, just so you all know. Someone has also thrown a bucket of water on him and have also bummed money from him because they know he would probably not remember. Shall I go on? All I can say, is what goes around comes around. Just remember that. I pray for your souls as I don’t wish anything bad on anyone. I pray that this doesn’t happen to your loved ones. Doug has a lovely wife and family who love him. Doug was my best friend growing up. I don’t like seeing him like this but we have to be there for the family we love. I am speaking for him, because he cannot speak for himself. Who wouldn’t do this for a family member who has dementia? After all, what are families for? To love one another as God loves us. Justine Stenset Smithers
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2014 Toyota Highlander: Prettier in form and function makes it more North CARMEL, CA: The Toyota American looking. Highlander is a perfect exI believe that this is the ample of the trend towards best-looking Highlander crossovers away from to date and import buytraditional SUVs. ers will take note and a Before its 2001 introducfew domestic intenders tion, the Toyota SUV of should too. choice was the 4Runner, A very good built off a pickup truck platfamily crossover that Inside The dash is form, providing ruggedness improved with will get the job done much and versatility. more soft-touch materiCrossovers now accomplish every day. als and a large 6.1-inch the same versatility in terms screen in the centre of Zack Spencer of seating, cargo and all the dash on the base LE wheel drive capability but or an 8.0-inch screen on do so with a better on-road drive, thanks all other models, makes operation easy. to a car-based platform. One problem is the angle of the screen The first Highlander was rather small, is hard to see if there is any sunshine, about the same size as a compact the glare a bit more than I had anticipatcrossover today. ed. Back up camera is standard. In 2008, its size was adjusted to make Below the screen and heat controls is a room for a standard third row of seats. tray-like shelf that runs from the middle Now the Highlander has grown again to the passenger side of the dash. This is and is packed with more standard a clever space to place your smartphone equipment and features. but also enable it to be plugged in.
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Looks Toyota has always been a logical purchase, based on reliability and durability but now its designs too are capturing buyers with a visual, desirable esthetic. The 2014 edition is 7.5cm longer (mostly in the rear seat and cargo area), 1.5cm wider and 3cm lower. The stance is wide and lower, making more of a visual impact. Combine this with a large grille borrowed from the Tundra pickup truck and the Highlander has a very rugged, yet polished, look that
The cup holder is large and the centre armrest has a massive storage area inside; this is thanks to the removal of the stowaway seat that used to hide under the centre armrest. Now in the second row of seats there are three permanent seats or two captain’s chairs in the top Limited model. The previous hideaway idea was simple but not so comfortable. The biggest change takes place in the third row of seats, where three people can sit rather than just two. In addition,
there is 100L of cargo space behind the third row of seats offering much better functionality. It has all the interior amenities that one expects in a modern three-row crossover, even a system that allows the driver’s voice to be amplified through the stereo for easier conversations with passengers in the very back, but there seems to be a lack of sophistication compared to its competition. Drive The previous Highlander was available with a 4-cylinder engine and front wheel drive (FWD). It’s with a standard 3.5L V6 with 270hp, matched to a 6-speed automatic transmission, also with FWD. The starting price stays at $31,680; factoring in the backup camera there is good value here. When it arrives later this month, the base LE with all wheel drive (AWD) starts at $34,180. I think most people will opt for the LE with convenience package that includes 8-way power driver’s seat, heated front seats, three-zone climate control, satellite radio and leather steering wheel to name a few. This brings the price up to $34,480 for the FWD and $36,980 for the AWD. On the road, the AWD system sends power to just the front wheels as often as possible with only 10 per cent of the torque shifting when cornering. The system has the ability to shift or lock up to 50 per cent of the power for better traction but limiting it to times
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when it is truly needed helps improve fuel economy. The other part of the fuel economy story is the all-new 6-speed automatic. The official fuel rating for the most popular AWD model is 11.5L/100km in the city and 8.2L on the highway, which is almost a full litre improvement in combined highway/city economy over the 2013 model. The rear suspension has been modified for a slightly more dynamic drive and improved ride. The steering is rather light and vague but the buyers of this type of product will appreciate the ease of use.
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Verdict The Highlander is a functional vehicle for young buyers with kids and friends that need to get to practice and carry all the sports equipment that goes with it. Overall, a very good family crossover that will get the job done every day.
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The highs and lows of driving on a German Autobahn ‘‘
I wound up the A6 to 200 km/h for less than a minute and shortly after I managed to hit 220 km/h but that lasted all of 20 seconds. Keith Morgan
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Much motoring mythology surrounds Germany’s speed limitless autobahns. Many readers who favour an increase in posted limits on our freeways point to the superbly engineered German highways as the example to follow. The latest round of praise follows the recent Insights West poll conducted for Black Press that found 37 per cent back increased limits on routes such as the Coquihalla Highway. And doubtless BC Transportation Minister Todd Stone will hear the same in his review
of highway speed limits during the eight regional public forums being held this month. Hate to be a party pooper but today’s autobahns really don’t live up to their past reputation. They are excellent to drive but if you expect to cruise along at 250 km/h for the duration of a multi-hour journey you will be disappointed. In recent years, I’ve driven thousands of kilometres along highspeed freeways throughout Europe while attending launches for a variety of high-powered cars. One of the most memorable trips I drove was the 585 kilometres between Munich and Berlin, which I covered in an Audi A6, with a 2.8-litre V6 generating 207 horsepower under the hood. Just like Vancouver, Munich is a thriving city and there’s congestion with a capital C even on the A9 autobahn. The queues continue even 30 kms outside of the city but it must be said that they move at a uniform speed of 100 km/h! To say there are no speed limits is inaccurate: I encountered city areas where the maximum was 120
Drives-U-Crazy Signal It was a Christmas Miracle: that’s all I can put it down to. Pulled up behind a new sport-ute at a busy intersection, just a second before the light changed green. And predictably that’s when the driver put on his left turn signal. Then to my absolute amazement, he did exactly what he was supposed to do after failing to signal at the appropriate time. He drove across the intersection and took the next left! There was a police car behind me so perhaps the errant driver feared a $121 ticket and two penalty points on his license. Not likely. What drives-u-crazy. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
km/h overnight between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. There are also restrictions in motorcycles, large trucks and cars towing trailers. What I find most interesting was the unwritten rule, which, while it can’t be enforced, if you disobey it and are involved in a collision it may cost you. Say what? – The advisory speed limit under this “rule” is 130 km/h, referred to in German as the Richtgeschwindigkeit. Smash up at a higher speed and you could be found partially responsible due to “increased operating danger”. Within an hour, I was comfortable with the car and itching to let it go. It seemed to be tugging to the right at one point but that was near the car’s birthplace at Ingolstadt. On the other hand, it could have been a crosswind. You can only pass another car in the left lane. The right lane is for slower vehicles so you risk a ticket if you pass on the right at any speed. That threat didn’t seem to worry too many in the approaches to the various urban areas along the way.
As the traffic thinned, I wound up the A6 to 200 km/h for less than a minute and shortly after I managed to hit 220 km/h but that lasted all of 20 seconds. I managed to do 180 km/h for about three minutes before slowing to 140 for a sustained period of around 20 minutes. Europe is full and nowhere is that more evident than on the roads. I found 120 km/h was more easily achieved for most of the journey and seemed to be more typical a speed for most. From Munich city limits to Berlin it took me around 5 hours 30 minutes, which means I averaged about 105 km/h. Pretty good but not the 200 km/h many think you can do. There’s the reality check: Generally, I agree that some of our freeways could stand a slight increase in the posted limit, especially in the rural areas where drivers would likely be able to maintain the top speed more easily than on the theoretically speed limitless autobahn. Next week: The so-called Texas Autobahn. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
Cars that loom large in the rearview mirror ‘‘
The Ford Fiesta ST makes the list because, in all the years that I’ve been testing vehicles, I have never been as tempted to impulse buy a car.
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Alexandra Straub
Before looking ahead with hope for a promising new year, indulge me while I check my rearview mirror. My review of 2013 might offer you some thoughts to ponder for your 2014. I tried to count how many cars I tested last year. I tried. However, I could only come up with an approximate figure. And it comes
in at around 102. That’s a lot of vehicles. And it doesn’t even include motorcycles, ATVs, ROVs and anything else that you could consider some sort or transportation or recreational vehicle. So, within that lot, you have to either be pretty good or pretty bad to stand out. Though, there were a few surprises along the way that made the list. Here are the cars that stuck with me and still leave me wanting more (or less.) Making the top of my list as the most memorable car that I drove is not what you’d expect. It’s the 2013 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van. – Say what? Without taking up too much space, I fell in love with its utility, its practicality and its ability to be a workhorse, even though it only has 131 horsepower. In the city, it fit in underground parking lots and surprisingly had pep. Visibility is non-existent
out the rear and there was no vanity mirror, but it was just an admirable vehicle to drive. And it even fits a motorcycle inside. I’m not a small business owner who could fully make use of its adaptability, but I made Costco runs, helped a friend move and transported audio equipment for a band with which I occasionally sing. I just love it. The 2014 Ford Fiesta ST makes the list because, in all the years that I’ve been testing vehicles, I have never been as tempted to impulse buy a car. For under $25K you get a firecracker of a car, a manual transmission, 197 horsepower and an amazing chassis setup. For an everyday driver and a car you could put on the track, it’s just stellar. The smile on your face when driving is included in the price tag. The least bang for your buck, that I tested, comes with the 2013 BMW 320i xDrive. At $46,500, that’s pretty steep for a car that doesn’t even have a backup
camera or streaming Bluetooth audio. Not to mention, it comes with a humble 181 horsepower engine. That said, it’s a BMW, therefore has some nice touches to it. Put it in Sport mode, tinker with the throttle and you’ll instantly become a happier person. And for everyday driving, I really had no complaints. My favourite convertible of the year goes to the Bentley Continental GT Speed drop top. It’s not hard to see why. Yes, I could have opted for the Porsche Boxster S (it came so close and is hundreds of thousands of dollars cheaper,) but I hand the title to the Brits because I love the craftsmanship. After all, that’s what luxury is all about. Getting inside and feeling like you’re in your living room, albeit a posh and exquisitely detailed living room. And one that has 616 horsepower and all-wheel drive. Sign me up. It’s always a fabulous time when I can be behind the wheel of a racecar. I had
two opportunities. The first came when I participated in the Bridgestone Racing Academy at the Driver Development Track at the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park. Two days behind the wheel of a Van Diemen Formula car was heaven. And I learned a thing or two about car control (www. race2000.com) Then, I drove a track ready vehicle that was super fast and zero emissions. Nissan’s world renowned LEAF was available for laps at the manufacturer’s international event called Nissan 360. But this one was a little more special. It was the LEAF NISMO RC (RC stands for race car) and had been on tracks around the world. It was lightening fast and of course, a very memorable experience. And while I loved most of all the cars I drove in 2013, adding the 2014 VW Touareg TDI to the family was certainly a highlight of my year. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca
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2014 Infiniti QX70 puts safety above everything else the outside air vents when exhaust fumes are detected.
Safety first:
The QX70 includes dual stage front airbags with seatbelt and occupant sensors, driver and front passenger side impact supplement airbags, roof mounted curtain side impact airbags with rollover sensor for all row outboard occupant head protection. Intelligent brake assist system is a safety feature that continuously monitors and analyzes closing speeds to a vehicle ahead and provides warnings. If a collision is imminent, it will also apply the brakes. There is also a lane departure warning and prevention system. The Infiniti QX70 maybe a looker but its range of safety equipment is its most attractive feature.
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It’s distinctive Infiniti look to it should attract many buyers. The projector style headlights flow with the body lines and the fog lights look like they actually belong rather than appear an afterthought as is the case in some of its competitors. The side body lines almost give the appearance
of waves moving up the vehicle. LED rear brake lights and center high mounted stoplight sit atop the rear power lift-gate. Chrome accents around the windows give it a sense of elegance. The functional side vents on the rear of the front fenders give it a European sporty look and reduce front end tilt by five percent.
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The cabin seems large at first, but after climbing in and getting comfortable
you realize it is not all that big. Access to the controls is easy as they are well positioned. I like the navigation screen with 3D mapping and the around view monitor that gives you a bird’s eye view of the vehicle. An eight-way power driver’s seat with adjustable lumbar support, six-way power front passenger’s seat, 60/40 split folding rear seats that individually fold
flat, make for comfort. The audio system is a Bose 11 speaker with two subwoofers, AM/FM/CD with MP3 playback capability and has a speed sensitive volume control. Color monitors are built in to headrests so rear passengers can enjoy movies or play their favorite games. There is an advanced climate control system that continuously cleans the cabin and automatically shuts off
Power:
A 3.7 litre, 24 valve V6 engine with 325 horsepower and 248 foot pounds of torque power this vehicle. The 7 speed automatic transmission is an electronically continuously variable (CVT) with manual shift capabilities, that features downshift rev matching technology.
Roadworthy:
and responsive, and body roll was at a minimum. Even though the engine was more than adequate providing plenty of power, the CVT transmission was continuing to make adjustments and I found at times sudden bursts of power followed by a hard up shift. Definitely not something I expected with this type of luxury.
Verdict:
I was excited to drive this vehicle after reading some of the press releases, but was disappointed on the size of the interior space and performance. The safety features of this vehicle are incredible and I think most people would feel very safe driving it. Ian.harwood@drivewaybc.ca
Vehicle Details Pump frequency:
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48 month/ 100,000 km Sticker price:
Price as tested $64,495
Excellent handling to this vehicle, steering was quick
The MINI Paceman Snow Beast is a wild thing MINI ascends to dizzy heights once again to present another member of the MINI family in an original creative guise in the Swiss snow sport resort of Laax. At last year’s Burton Global Series (BEGS), the PirateArtCrew snowboard artists unveiled an art installation featuring the MINI Countryman. This year Urban Art Illustrator Andreas Preis takes up the challenge to work his magic on a MINI Paceman. Preis is known for his striking designs as displayed, for example, on skateboards and snowboards. Using his expressive illustrative skills, the artist has taken the MINI Paceman and turned it into a wild MINI Paceman SNOW BEAST in time for the start of the competitive event next week. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca
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Steel fall short of fourth straight division title By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News
The Steelheads needed to win out and get a little help to clinch their third straight division title in the CIHL. In the end, it didn’t pan out. The Steelheads took care of business on Saturday night, defeating the Rampage 2-1, before dropping their final game of the regular season 5-4. The result gave Terrace first place in the division, setting the Steelheads up for a first round matchup with the Kitimat Ice Demons. The division title would have been the Steelheads fourth in a row and fifth in six years. As usual with road games, the Steelheads only mustered enough skaters for two full lines. 12 skaters took the trip, along with goaltenders Tyler Perreault and Steve Andrade. Their numbers were further diminished when defenceman Devon Booth got hit from behind into the boards and had to leave the game. Ian Smith moved from forward to defenceman, joining Ryan DeVries and Mike Wall. Saturday night was a defensive battle. The first period went scoreless and the shots were, by CIHL norms, a paltry 10-9. In the second, leading scorer Adam DeVries went to work with two quick goals,
Smithers Steelheads captain Darryl Young taps home the game-tying goal during third period CIHL action on Sunday in Prince Rupert.
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five minutes apart to give the road team the lead. From their, the Steelheads went into a defensive shell, limiting chances and forcing the Rampage forwards to the outside. With 10 minutes to go in the third, Rampage forward Craig Monro ripped a shot from the blue line past the outstretched glove of Tyler Perreault. A few frantic moments ensued, but the Steelheads managed to hold on for the important 2-1 victory. Game two started with the Rampage getting off to a quick two goal lead on Steve
Andrade, who saw his first action in two months, but he couldn’t be blamed for either goal. Though they didn’t have anything to play for, the Steelheads battled hard to get back in the game and eventually tied it at two. In the second period the Rampage rebuilt their two-goal lead, going up 4-2 heading into the final frame and again the Steelheads scored two in a row to tie the game at four. The Steelheads had a chance to win it in the final moments of the third after Prince Rupert took a five-minute boarding
penalty on a hit from behind. During the ensuing melee, the Steelheads took themselves off the powerplay for the first two minutes. They had their chances, but couldn’t beat goaltender Devin Gerrits. In overtime the Steelheads dominated, but couldn’t score. In the game’s final seconds Kendal StaceSmith beat a screened Andrade with a top shelf shot from just inside the blueline, for a 5-4 Rampage win. “I was very impressed with how all the guys that came on the road trip played,” DeVries said. “Going
down there with only two lines is tough, but they brought a lot of energy.” On the backend, Ryan DeVries, Mike Wall and Ian Smith all logged 35 to 40 minutes of ice time per game. “We played our defencemen a lot and they just took it in stride. They’re all good puck handling guys, and they kept it simple.” Now the Steelheads will prepare to travel to Kitimat for the first in a best-of-three series. Game one goes in Kitimat, on the weekend of Jan. 25-26, though no date has been set. The following
weekend both teams will head back to Smithers for games two and three (if necessary). During the regular season, the Ice Demons finished four points back of the Steelheads with a 9-8-1 record. They finished the season with 60 goals for, just two more than last place Prince Rupert, but they allowed only 69 goals, good enough for third overall in the league, defensively. The Steelheads won the season series with the Ice Demons, 2-1, including a 5-2 road victory back in November. Though the Ice Demons lack offensive
firepower, they’ve got a few players who can put the puck in the net. Josh Slanina finished in the top 15 in CIHL scoring with 23 points, seven points up on four other Ice Demons players who had 16 points. But their strength is in the defensive zone. Goaltender Thomas Mildenberger may be the x-factor. He only played five games this year, but he still managed to lead the CIHL in both goals against average and save percentage. DeVries thinks the key against the Ice Demons is to stay disciplined. “Five-on-five we are one of the better teams in the league, so we are going to need to play smart and stay out of the penalty box. We need to have better control of our emotions.” Penalties aside, DeVries still expects to come out on top. “We always expect to win everything. But we’ll have to play hard.” Kitimat’s final series of the season, against the Houston Luckies, was cancelled. When the playoffs begin the Ice Demons will have played just one game in seven weeks. CIHL playoff matchups: 1st Round East (1) Williams Lake vs (4) Houston (2) Quesnel vs (3) Lac La Hace 1st Round West (1) Terrace vs (4) Prince Rupert (2) Smithers vs (3) Kitimat
Huynh named to CAAWS most influential women list By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News
The list of accolades for Carol Huynh keeps on growing. The former Olympian and current member of FILA, was recently named as one of the Canadian Association for the
Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity’s most influential women for 2013. “I think it’s fantastic and it’s a great honour to be named to the list,” Huynh said. “To be named, not just as an athlete, but someone who contributes outside the
sport means a lot to me.” Huynh was one of 20 women across the country chosen for the honour. “This is the 12th edition of the CAAWS and it’s great to see the number of strong leaders who contribute so much to our country and on the
international scene,” CAAWS Executive Director Karin Lofstrom said. “Our goal is to assist in raising the profile of these leaders as well as to celebrate women who make a significant contributions to physical activity through their own performance.”
On top of her regular coaching duties with the University of Calgary, Huynh was an instrumental member of the FILA delegation that successfully lobbied the International Olympic Committee to bring wrestling back to the Olympics for the 2020 games.
She travelled to Buenos Aires last Sept. to make a final pitch. Huynh was also elected to the FILA wrestling hall of fame last year, in recognition of her success both on the mat and off it, as an ambassador for the sport. It is the second time Huynh has been
named to the list. The final list was compiled by a CAAWS selection panel, from public nominations, and from leaders in the industry. The 2013 list includes athletes, officials, coaches, professors, administrators and volunteers.
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Both the SSS and BVCS junior girls teams went undefeated at their first tournament of the season, last Saturday.
The Smithers Esso Bantam house hockey team celebrates their tournament win.
BVCS hosts first Jr. girls bball competition of the 2014 season
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BVCS held the first play day of the season for the two Smithers’ girls teams this past weekend. Both teams went undefeated on the day, with 2-0 records, over their counterparts from Terrace, Hazelton and Kitimat. The SSS Gryphons girls were strong on the glass all day long, outrebounding their opponents and pushing the ball up court to get some easy buckets. They’re gearing up for four tournaments in a five week stretch that will culminate in zone playoffs. One month in, head coach Wayne Reay is working on incorporating some set plays in the halfcourt offense and preparing to work in some zone defense. “The biggest thing for them to learn is that there are always plays they can run. “They can spread the floor and get more open shots by using set plays, rather than just doing what we call free-play.” So far this year, Reay said he is
impressed with the girls’ progress. He’s got a young team, with only two Grade 10s on the roster. “It’s a growing year this season, but it’s always growing season with players this age. “They are always learning.” Their youth won’t stop them from making a charge at provincials though. “Our goal is always to go as high as we can. Provincials are our ultimate goal, but if we don’t make it, that’s okay. As long as we are hustling, learning and having fun.” With a roster comprised almost entirely of Grade 10s, the BVCS junior girls team is poised to take a run at their zone championships this season. They play a disciplined zone defence that gives other teams, who usually only see man-to-man, fits. Head coach Veronica Mager expects her veteran team to be one of the last ones standing. “I think we’ve got a very good chance at winning our zones,” Mager said. “We have a deep
team and they have a great grasp of fundamentals and of our zone defence.” On offence, they play an interesting mix of high-tempo and half court offences. Their zone defence generates a number of fastbreaks, resulting in easy points; failing that they set up, slow it down and look for the open shooter. “We’ve been working on our offensive plays a lot. We have shooters that can hit from range and we have two forwards that can post up and pound the boards as well.” BVCS juniors don’t get a chance to play in provincial competitions, but this team will have a good shot at qualifying when they graduate to the senior level next season. Zones go in mid-February at SSS. “It’s surprising, but junior girls’ volleyball can be pretty aggressive and mean,” Mager said. “I want to emphasize sportsmanship, not get into it with the other girls and just play some good ball.”
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team won their second tournament of the 2013-14 season, in Prince Rupert last weekend. Over the two day event they went 5-0, scoring 27 goals for and only allowed 11 against. Perhaps more impressive than the
results themselves was the fact that every player on the team hit the scoreboard. “Every kid on our team contributed and our usual top scorers didn’t get a lot of goals,” head coach Norm Fallows said. “It was really
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The BVCS and SSS Jr. boys held their fourth play day against each other this past weekend, in preparation for the regular season, which begins next weekend. Gryphons head coach Keith Stecko welcomed the challenge, going up against the bigger Royals team. “I think it’s good for us to be playing a larger team like that, to prepare ourselves,” Stecko said. “We are taking as many opportunities to play them as we can so we can get ready for the season.” It’s an interesting matchup, with SSS relying on smaller ball handlers and BVCS on exploiting matchups in the paint. BVCS should find themselves in zone title contention this season. They’ve got four bigs that most other teams will have trouble defending down low and they’ve got an experienced team, comprised mainly of Grade 10s. With SSS fielding a smaller squad, more reliant on speed and outside shooting, BVCS has yet to face a challenge from a team with similar size up front, but they will. “We have a really balanced team and, a lot of size,”
head coach Kevin Goodson said. Goodson is more concerned with making sure his players are enjoying the game and learning it the right way than simply winning. “We want to teach them to enjoy the game so they will continue on and play,” Goodson said. “If we can get them playing properly, with fundamental skills, then everything else will fall into place.” Goodson expects his team to be there at the very end. “We want to win zones, that’s what we are after. We might not be picked to win zones, because we are going to be going up against some really good teams, but I believe that if the guys play hard and pull together I don’t see any reason why
we can’t win.” They won’t get a chance to compete for a place in provincials at this age, but the team will have a good shot when many of them graduate to the senior level next season. The SSS boys are a younger squad, with more Grade 9s than 10s, and, what they might lack in elite talent, they make up for in depth and hard work. “We have a really strong bench this season,” Stecko said. “Everyone plays, everyone contributes and I think that gives us a strategic advantage.” So far, he’s been impressed with his team’s progress. “We have had a lot of growth as a team and we certainly have a lot of young, aspiring players. As
a whole, I think we are coming together quite well and I’m looking forward to our upcoming games.” Like BVCS, SSS hasn’t begun their regular season schedule yet, but they have upcoming play days the next three weekends in a row before AA zones in Prince Rupert on Feb. 15. Stecko, who’s been coaching junior and senior basketball at SSS for the past seven years, relies heavily on teaching set plays and working the ball around in the half-court offence. It’s a philosophy that allows everyone on the court to get a chance to contribute. Stecko thinks they’ve got a shot at winning zones, but for him, winning is secondary to the process.
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Up next, they’ll head to Hazelton for what might be their final tournament of the season. “The team is really coming along this season,” Fallows added. “They get along great and they have really improved. Their passing is much better and they are playing smarter hockey.” The peewee and bantam Storm also returned from tournaments this weekend in Kamloops. After collecting three straight wins in the round robin portion of the tournament, the peewee storm fell short in the final, losing to Terrace 8-3. They were actually leading 3-2 heading into the third period, but the wheels fell off. Wins and losses aside, head coach Dave Tucker was happy with the effort his team put forth.
“We were quite pleased with the way the team played,” Tucker said. “It was definitely the best hockey we’ve played all season. When you go all the way to Kamloops you hope the players perform well, and they did.” Next weekend the peewees travel to Prince Rupert for two league games, followed by their final home games over the season over the next two weekends. Zones begin in early February. The midget Storm weren’t as pleased with their result in Kamloops. They had a tough draw in their roundrobin pool, going up against three of the four best teams in the tournament. Head coach Brendan Hutchinson wasn’t impressed with the way his team played. “I think if we had played to our potential we would have been in a
situation where we could have been in the finals. But we didn’t put our best foot forward, which was frustrating.” They won their first game 2-0 over Dawson Creek, lost 7-5 to the eventual champions from St. Albert, and tied the runners up from West Kelowna before bowing out 5-3 in a must-win game against Prince George. The midget Storm are finished their tournament and league play for the season and will begin gearing up for their provincial zone qualifier against Vanderhoof. The two teams will play off in a best-of-three series in mid-February to determine who moves on to provincial competition. They’ll play a two game, neutral site set in Fraser Lake to determine who gets home ice advantage for the series, beforehand.
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Town of Smithers hosts Winter Carnival By Ryan Jensen Smithers/Interior News
The Town if Smithers is hosting the annual Winter Carnival Jan. 29 to Feb. 2. The event has taken on various names and themes over the years but many of the fun activities for kids have remained. “The purpose of the festival is to bring together people in the community to some special events and to allow them to get outside and enjoy the winter,” said Town of Smither director of recreation, parks and culture Andrew Hillaby. While still about two weeks away, the list of activities is varied. On the night of Jan. 30, there is a three-on-three basketball tournament for youth at Walnut Park Elementary School. There is no cost to take part. Also on Jan. 30, the Bulkley Valley Swiss Club is welcoming the Swiss Consulate to the Bulkley Valley to present the film, Swiss Guides to the Rockies, at the Old Church. The MOST committee’s family playday is Feb. 1 at the Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre and free horse drawn wagon rides are being offered between the friendship centre and Main Street. That same day, Trails North is hosting the kids’ snowmobile races. The night of Feb. 1, Hudson Bay Mountain is hosting their annual torchlight run. There will also be free public skating and swimming offered througout the week. Hillaby said he expects more events to be added as the date approaches. For more information, or to register, call the Town of Smithers at 250-847-1600.
The Town of Smithers’ Winter Carnival is Jan. 29 to Feb. 2. Kids’ snowmobile races are and wagon rides around town are two of the activities that will be taking place.
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Beckers support Steelheads from best seat in the house By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News
If you’ve been to a Steelheads game over the past few years, you wouldn’t be alone if you didn’t notice the contributions of Kevin and Cheryl Becker. They are the scorekeeper extraordinaires, sitting in the penalty box every game, tallying goals and assists and keeping angry players from throttling each other’s necks while serving their time. The Beckers have been at it since the Steelheads joined the CIHL. “We really enjoy doing it,” Cheryl said. “We don’t think of it as giving back, it’s just something that we enjoy, its fun and we’ve got the best seat in the house.” Both Kevin and Cheryl were born and raised in the Bulkley Valley. They went to the same high school and church, and have been together ever since, for the last 28 years. Cheryl’s dad used to play for the Totems during their Pacific North West Hockey League days of the 1970s. “When my dad was on the Totems
Kevin and Cheryl Becker, inside the Smithers Civic Centre, where they’ve been keeping score at Steelheads games since the team joined the CIHL.
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it was a really big community thing. The stands were packed, almost everyone would go to the games,” she said. When the Totems folded in 1976, Smithers no longer had a team the whole town could get behind. The Beckers became invloved in hockey again when their son began playing as a five-yearold. Kevin helped coach and often
travelled with his son’s teams to various tournaments around the province. Just as their son was finishing up his minor league career, the Steelheads were bringing senior men’s hockey back to Smithers and they decided to get involved. In the eight years since, sitting in between the penalty boxes every game, they’ve accumulated quite a lot of interesting stories
as well. Some can’t be repeated in the newspaper, some can. “We used to have this big, burly player from Kitimat who would always get sent to the box,” Cheryl said. “Once, he came in just livid, swearing and carrying on. But back then the glass wasn’t as high, so a kid leans over the glass and says ‘sir, can I have your autograph,’ and his mood just changed. It was neat to see that.” Things can get
pretty heated in the penalty box, but Cheryl does her best to calm them down when she can. “She is always looking on the scoresheet to find their name,” Kevin said. “It’s not ‘Hey number 10, you’re out in two minutes’, she finds that personal touch.” In between periods the Beckers get to leave their isolated booth and socialize with a few of the fans
in attendance. “You see all different types of people from all different parts of the spectrum at Steelheads games,” Cheryl said. “In between periods you see the older guys who used to play on the Totems talking about the old days. And you get to chit chat with people you haven’t seen in awhile.” For the Beckers, volunteering doesn’t end at the ice rink,
either. The two have been involved in taking groups of kids from Smithers down to places like Mexico and Trinidad to do charity work. They perform carpentry, dig ditches and do whatever is needed in the places they visit. And the kids come back with new perspectives on life. “It’s a different world down there, and many of these kids haven’t been outside of B.C.,” Kevin said. “They’re from middle or upper classes and it really makes them realize how much they have when they come back to B.C.” Though the Beckers don’t want to take any credit, it’s often the unsung volunteers that foster a sense of community in small towns; that allow organizations like the Steelheads to prosper. “Without a hockey team to cheer for there just wasn’t anything could pull the community together like that,” Cheryl said, of the time after the Totems had folded and the Steelheads had begun. But now, with the help of people like the Beckers, there is.
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Smithers Film Society presents Philomena, Sunday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m. at the Roi Theatre. With important things to say about religion in people’s lives, it also offers a healthy dose of cheekiness and complicated truth. Standard admission. Northern Saddle Club is hosting Bingo at 7 p.m. every second Wednesday at The Old Church. Jan. 22, Feb. 11, Feb. 26, March 12, March 26. Up to $100 in cash and prizes. Swiss Guides in the Rockies Thursday, Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m. in the Old Church presented by the BV Swiss Club and the Swiss Consulate. The event will include a historical review, exhibit, local climbing expert and refreshments. Admission is by donation. Smithers Film Society presents Dallas Buyers Club, Sunday, Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m. at the Roi Theatre. Standard admission. Smithers Film Society presents Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom Sunday, March 2, 7:30 p.m. at the Roi Theatre. Standard admission. Smithers Film Society presents Gabrielle, Sunday, March 30, 7:30 p.m. at the Roi Theatre. Standard admission. Mother Goose 10-11 a.m., Tuesdays, Jan. 14-March
11, Newborns to 18 months children with a parent or caregiver. Meet with others, enjoy learning new rhymes, songs, tickles and dances. The first steps to literacy in young children. Library 250-847-3043. Mother Goose for older toddlers Thursdays, Jan. 16-March 13, 10-11 a.m., 18-36 months. Meet with others, enjoy learning new rhymes, songs, tickles and dances. The first steps to literacy in young children. Library 250-847-3043 Story Time for 3-5-year-olds begins the same week on Wednesdays, Jan. 15-March 12, 10 a.m. Stimulate your child’s imagination and appreciation of reading. Children must be pre-registered. Library 250-847-3043. Internet Tutoring at the Library ongoing until March 31, 2014. Learn to download ebooks and audiobooks, use email or surf the web, Skype with friends and family or create photo albums or slideshows. Our Youth Intern is here to help you with basic computer and Internet literacy. Call or come into the Library to book your free appointment. Scrabble at the Smithers Library, 7 p.m. Every Wednesday exept the third Wednesday of the month October to May. Everyone welcome.
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had a tiny bit of downtime over the holidays and started to read Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. On TV, coming at a good time, was the movie staring Julia Roberts. It was New Year’s Eve and ended at midnight but I decided to stay up to watch. Not a bad movie but wouldn’t stay up that late again. The author wrote about seeking love through food, language, humanity, God and love of self. It is well written, not the usual fiction I read for diversion and some of her thoughts while in India have given me new ways to look at my feelings. Interesting: there
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is a highway being built from Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk in the Northwest Territories. It will extend the Dempster Highway right through to the Arctic coast. The hamlet of Tuktoyaktuk, at this time, is only accessible by an ice road, barge or air. Think of the changes this will bring to that community. Saw a sample of Estonian Lace knitting. Estonia is officially the Republic of Estonia and is in the Baltic region of
Northern Europe. The knitting technique has been popularized in a book Folk Knitting in Estonia: A Garland of Symbolism, Tradition and Technique by Nancy Bush. The book contains patterns popularizing the nupp technique, a creation of a small flower bud out of one stitch. Emergency Social Services. In Smithers we have a few volunteers who help out, under the direction of Andrew Hillaby, whenever there is an emergency such
as flooding, fire, or other difficulties that can happen. Watched the extreme weather other provinces are having, that could happen here with weeks without power. Where do you turn for help? Learn how to be prepared, have the opportunity to help community member in distress. There is a plan taking shape to have a conference in the early fall, 2014, with learning opportunities on how to be a volunteer, how to help. For information, contact
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SPICE OF LIFE Brenda Mallory
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he new year has begun. For me it is a quiet event which I appreciate. Some things change and then there is the sameness of life. Those of us a little older gather for coffee to discuss our medications, surgeries, illness of our own or others. A new
dimension seems to be creeping into our topic list. Technology, computers, texting. tweeting or getting Skyped. Or if I really gave a darn there is the selfie. This is the new trend I gather where a person takes a picture of themselves and sends it to someone that I hope does give a darn. I probably should not even venture into this discussion. I just can’t help myself. For instance someone will tell me that they saw a person they might know on Facebook. One person tells the other about their life with pictures of self included. I could get frisky and tweet someone. What would I tell them? In so many characters I could say I just had
breakfast or I went out for coffee. I could get the picture of my walking trails and send it someone who just might care. I could of course take a picture of myself and tell many out there “look at me!” With the idea of a selfie or Facebook information, tell me if you can, where does one get the privacy part of life? Can’t we have anything that is for our eyes alone? Do we have to share everything we do with our “followers?” Actually I have to tell you I would not have the time to poke away at a small screen on a phone or one of those new tablet things. My life is just that - mine. I suppose I can bring myself to understand the idea of a good Skype
session between family members. A great way to keep up on the activities of grandchildren and other folks you want to look at. I just know I will carry on living snuggled in this bit of property in the bush. I will look at my smaller screen TV if by chance there is something I might enjoy. I won’t tweet someone the details of my days, I won’t take pictures of myself or Skype away at someone. I have something many have in my age groupprivacy, friends I see in the flesh and a peaceful existence. You could call me at 250-846-5095. Or an e-mail note to mallory@ bulkley.net is just fine. I promise I will not try to make you look at me.
Andrew, Town of Smithers 250-847-1600. SCRABBLE has begun at the library. First, second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m. We have begun looking at challenging another country to a game. Sort of like our own Olympics. Let’s take on a group from Texas or Utah or…Australia maybe. We are champions! We have the words! Remember to call or e-mail me (250847-4797, gradoir@ telus.net) with stories or facts or things you notice around town. Closing with: Become so wrapped up in something that you forget to be afraid. Lady Bird Johnson.
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The film festival starts at 7 p.m. and includes an after party. Tickets are available at Dawn2Dusk and Mountain Eagle Books and Hudson Bay Lodge.
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The second half of the 2013/2014 Bulkley Valley Concert Association series is about to begin. Kicking off the New Year on Saturday is the Fung Chiu Duo. The pair performs duo piano — which is two people playing on the same instrument. “Four-handed piano music is not commonly heard or seen,” said BVCA president Ken Eng. “With the Fung Chiu Duo, Bulkley Valley music lovers will have an opportunity to see one of Canada’s hottest piano-duos.” Just before Valentine’s Day, Strings & Swing (Jesse Peters Trio with Lizzy Hoyt) will perform on Feb. 13. Lizzy Hoyt and the Jesse Peters Trio will perform separately for the first half of the evening before they come together in the second half, blending Celtic and jazz. Shay Keubler’s Karoshi comes to Smithers on April 19. Keubler is a familiar face to Bulkley Valley residents as he has performed here with 605 Collective and MovEnt in recent years. In Karoshi, six dancers explore the clash between societal pressure and personal need. As an added bonus, the BVCA has finalized arrangements for one additional performance to take place on April 25 — Everything Fitz — a high-energy fiddling and percussive step dancing family of four from Ontario. More details on that show will be available soon, Eng said. A very successful season-ticket promotion has left only about 75 tickets up for grabs for each of the remaining BVCA performances. “We expect to have close to sell-out attendance for the rest of the season,” Eng said. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and $16 for youth and can be purchased at Mountain Eagle Books. All performances are at the Della Herman Theatre.
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Homes and vehicles continue to be broken into in the Hazeltons and surrounding areas, but there isn’t much local RCMP can do that they aren’t already doing. New Hazelton RCMP Const. Cam Thompson is adamant about citizens doing the little things that ensure dwellings and vehicles are as secure as possible. “The best thing people can do is make sure their doors are locked in vehicles and homes,” Thompson said. The majority of recent investigations regarding breakins or thefts from residences have been made relatively easy because there is no barrier between the thieves and their targets, Thompson added. “[Locking doors] is something that seems to
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be pretty much uniformly disregarded in small towns,” Thompson said. Other key habits for motorists are simple once added to a regular routine, Thompson said. “Not leaving things on the seat is a really big prevention strategy,” he said. “Parking in a garage also removes your vehicle from sight. Thieves are essentially opportunists.” The opportunists in most of the recent theft cases are allegedly minors, who work as a team to scour streets and homes, according to community members. RCMP policy regarding ongoing investigations strictly prohibits the release of any information to the public, Thompson said. The RCMP want to remind Hazelton-area residents to leave law enforcement to them stating they are conducting investigations into the matter.
“We pursue criminal charges where we have the grounds to do so,” he said. “That’s what police do. It’s not up to the community to go after anybody. I repeat, if we find someone has broken the law we charge them for it.” A few of the break-ins have occurred where doors were locked, which suggests a higher level of sophistication and ability, but the rules remain the same, Thompson said. “If you make your car as unappetizing as you can the likelihood of a break-in decreases significantly,” he reiterated. Some of the suspects are well-known to police and are also minors, so the ability to prosecute or charge can be limited, but there are other avenues of justice available, Lisa Mowatt, Gitxsan Unlocking Aboriginal Justice youth counsellor, said. See THEFT on B2
Arrest made The family of Summer Star Elizabeth Krista-Lee (CJ) Fowler are one step closer to some relief after the arrest of CJ’s former boyfriend, Damien Lawrence Taylor, who is now charged with second-degree murder. Taylor was to be in a Kamloops court Jan. 13. Contributed photo
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“The issue hasn’t come across our desk yet,” Mowatt said. “For us to get involved a number of things have to happen first. This is just really sad because I remember the days when nobody had to lock their doors.” For GUAJ to get involved those committing crimes must first admit guilt and be open to restorative justice, which can take several forms, Mowatt said. “We deal with people who’ve been charged by the RCMP,” she said. One restorative justice technique involves alerting the house group and any community members a person who has been charged views as their support network. The group healing circle would also
include the RCMP and everyone would get a chance to talk and a group solution would be found that everyone agrees on, Mowatt said. “We call it a healing plan that is tailored to each individual which lasts about a year,” Mowatt added. “If there is a victim they would also have to approve the restorative justice measures. Part of the plan can involve restitution to the victim or admitting a crime in a feast hall.” If a person opts for a GUAJ healing plan it will avoid taking up court time, so long as the person adheres to the entire plan and commits no further crimes, Mowatt said. “Different communities could be addressing this in different ways,” Mowatt said. “But so far I haven’t heard of
anything being done.” One community that has been plagued with theft over the past year is Gitanmaax. Chief Councillor, Julie Morrison, is hopeful something is done so the situation doesn’t escalate further. “We have been in conversation with the RCMP,” Morrison said. “We have shared the numbers [of break-ins and thefts] we know of and letting them know the concerns we have for the safety of the community. “I hope the people that need help get the help they need and we can get to the source of the matter as quickly as possible.” If you have any information about these or other crimes call the New Hazelton RCMP at 250-8425244.
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As of today all Gitanyow traditional territory is closed to hunting to continue it’s moose rebuilding program, which has run two years. Two Gitanyow hereditary chiefs (Gwinuu and Haitsimsxw) have prohibited hunting during the regular season, which began on Sept. 15 going through to Jan. 15. Four chiefs (Luuxhon, Watakhayetsxw, Gwaas Hlaam and Malii) ended hunting on their territory on Dec. 31 and the final two (Gamlaxyeltxw and Wii Litsxw) did so today. The reason for the self-imposed limitation is the moose population in the Gitanyow area has declined by more than 60 per cent in 10 years with no sign of a return to a sustainable population on
the horizon, Kevin Koch, Gitanyow wildlife officer, said. “Any hunting that was allowed this year and last required a permit from the Gitanyow chief’s office,” Koch said. All permits issued for the 2013/2014 season were for bull moose only, which had to have at least one antler. Mark Williams, B.C. Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource senior wildlife biologist, voiced the support the province is giving the Gitanyow and outlined some of the cooperation which makes the campaign a success. “B.C. fully supports the Gitanyow efforts to manage and report their harvest and see this as a program that is consistent with and helpful to efforts to recover the Nass moose population,” Williams said. “The Gitanyow
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have requested that the Conservation Officer Service assist in enforcing this program as required.” As yet, no minimum or maximum penalty has been set by the Gitanyow chiefs for any hunter found to contravene the new ban, Koch said. “We will deal with issues on a case-by-case basis,” he said. MFLNRO is in the process of helping to form a Nass moose recovery working group that will consider additional management actions that may help in increasing the density of moose within the Nass wildlife area, Williams said. There is also a plan set to conduct a moose count for the Kitwanga and Kispiox valleys, which Koch will be part of, which hasn’t occurred since 1999. “We’ve been asking to get one done for a number of years,” Koch said.
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Peter Newbery is the newest member of the District of New Hazelton council, but he is making the most of his new position and learning as he goes. As for his role in the DONH, of which he has been to one official meeting as elected representative, Newbery is going to ease in, he said. “I’m just in the process of figuring out how council works,” Newbery said. “At this stage of the game we’ve got good representation on all committees. Where I’m going to fit in is not evident thus far, but I’m looking forward to finding where that might be.” Newbery, who is also medical director at Wrinch Memorial Hospital, knows he can’t fill the
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. Local Calls: 250-643-0794 Toll-free: 1-877-644-2266 SMITHERS MEETINGS: Sun., 7 p.m. Ranger Park, 3736-16th Ave.; Mon., 12 noon Courthouse, 3793 Alfred Ave., Main Floor Conf. Rm.; Mon., 7 p.m. Telkwa Chr. Ref. Church, 1348 Hwy 16 (beside BV Home Centre), Tues., 7 p.m., Ranger Park, 3736-16th Ave., Wed., 7 p.m. Evangelical Free Church, corner 15th & Main; Thurs., 12 noon Courthouse, 3793 Alfred Ave.,Main Floor Conf. Rm.; Thurs., 7 p.m. Ranger Park, 3736-16th Ave.; Fri., 7 p.m. Evangelical Free Church, corner 15th & Main; Sat., 7 p.m. BVD Hospital, 3950-8th Ave., Conf. Rm.
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IS FOOD A PROBLEM FOR YOU? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you go on eating binges? Is your weight affecting your life? Overeaters Anonymous offers help. No fees, no dues, no weigh-ins, no diets. We are a fellowship. We meet Mondays 7:30-9 p.m. at Smithers United Church. Everyone welcome. Narcotics Anonymous Have drugs taken over your life? Do you have a desire to stop using? We can help. Narcotics Anonymous Meetings Smithers Friday 12 noon at the Courthouse, 3793 Alfred Ave., Main Floor Conference Room. 250-847-1726.
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Sibley, Allan – Passed away peacefully at the Mill Creek Care Centre, Barrie Ontario. Al Sibley in his 78th year, loving husband of Dianne. Proud father of Shane Allan (Sherri) and Tamara Sibley all of British Columbia. Al is also survived by his sister Betty May Coukell and brother in-law Robert (Bob) Milton. Predeceased by a sister Joan Beck. Friends may call at ADAMS FUNERAL HOME 445 St. Vincent St., Barrie on Friday January 24, 2014 from 12 p.m. until time of Memorial Service at 1 o’clock p.m. Memorial donations to Canadian Mental Health, Parkinson’s Foundation or Mill Creek Care Centre would be appreciated by the family. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family through adamsfuneralhome.ca.
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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
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Strong computer skills, especially MS Word and experience in office reception preferred. Remuneration commensurate with skills and experience. Please submit resume by January 17, outlining salary expectations, to: Email: svanzalingen@pretivm.com or PO Box 10, Smithers, BC, V0J 2N0
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Family Support Social Worker This is a permanent part time position 28 hours a week to start immediately. Wage is negotiable depending upon qualifications and experience. Job Summary: The Family Support Social Worker works as a member of a family centered, multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive support services to children and youth with exceptional needs and their families. Services are provided in a community based, family-centered philosophy meeting the provincial guidelines of Early Intervention and Key worker family support services. This position will be based out of the BV CDC’s Hazelton office and will provide services to Moricetown and the communities of the Upper Skeena Region. Qualifications: • Preferred is graduation from a recognized University with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. • Knowledge of early intervention and/or child development. • Knowledge in assessment and diagnosis of complex developmental behaviour conditions including current knowledge of FASD. • Experience in working with families in a family centered approach and with a team of service providers. • Awareness in aboriginal culture and history. • Knowledge of best practices, prevention and intervention services, skills and abilities to provide support groups including parent to parent, community education and knowledge of current community services. • Thorough knowledge of appropriate community and provincial services/programs for young children with special needs and their families. • Training/experience in group facilitation. • Effective communication and interpersonal skills. • Self-motivated, well-organized, flexible and excellent team work skills. • Computer skills (word processing, data base recording). • Strong group facilitation and organizational skills. Job Posting Closing Date is January 24rd, 2014 at 4 pm Please forward your resume to Kerri Bassett Kluss, BV CDC’s Executive Director via email director@bvcdc.ca or mail PO Box 995, Smithers, BC., V0J 2N0.
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SENIOR FACILITIES’ OPERATOR The District of Houston is now accepting applications for the above position. This position will be required to work a 40 hour work week which will include early mornings, evenings and weekends as needed. This is a CUPE Union position at a rate of pay of $28.82 per hour. The Senior Facilities’ Operator performs tasks required for the safe and proper operation of District of Houston facilities including the Houston Leisure Facility, Claude Parish Memorial Arena, Community Hall and surrounding grounds, parks maintenance and other District Facilities as assigned. This position operates and maintains the arena and pool plants and the related geothermal, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems throughout the facilities in addition to performing other duties that keep the facilities safe and fit for operations. Preference will be given to individuals possessing the following qualifications: • Grade 12 graduation or equivalent • Minimum 2 years of directly related experience • Current criminal record clearance • Current Standard First Aid • Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license • 5th Class Power Engineer Certificate with Refrigeration Endorsement • WHMIS Certification and/or training • Pool Operator Level I & II Preferred Additional Qualifications are: • Building Service Worker Certificate • Arena Ice Makers Certificate • Plumber/gas fitting certificate or equivalent experience A positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment is a must! A complete job description can be picked up at the Municipal Office. Applications will be received at the District of Houston Municipal Office, 3367 – 12th Street, Houston BC V0J 1Z0, until 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 24, 2014 Interested persons should direct all inquiries to: John Guenther, Phone: (250) 845-2238 • e-mail: engineering@houston.ca
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School District #54 (Bulkley Valley) is accepting applications for the position of Casual Special Education Assistant. Candidates must meet the following qualifications: • Completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate) • Minimum of one year post-secondary training related to working with children with special needs; • Training in Non-Violent Crisis Management Techniques (e.g. CPI training); • One (1) year experience working with special needs students in a K-12 educational environment • Familiarity with computer software for special needs students would be an asset • Demonstrated ability to use initiative to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action • Familiarity with Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) safety procedures • Valid Class 5 – BC Driver’s Licence and an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current drivers’ abstract • Willing to carry out personal care procedures. Ensures that training is up to date if specific health care routines are required • Physical ability to perform the required duties ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED. Please send resumes in confidence to: Ms. Bobbie Kingsmill Human Resources Administrator Box 758, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Phone 250-877-6831
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MOTEL ASST Manager Team to run small Motel in Parksville BC. Non-Smoking, no Pets, good Health, fulltime live-in position. Call 250-586-1633 or email: kjjr27@hotmail.com
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking EXPERIENCED CLASS 1 Drivers, F/T, P/T needed for California & Arizona produce hauling, excellent pay and benefits+ safety bonus and home time. Call Jerry or Brian 1-877-539-1750.
Help Wanted BURNS LAKE automotive in Burns Lake, BC is looking for a counter parts person. Please fax resume attention Stuart (250) 692-7624 or email: stuart@burnslakeauto.ca
Labourers 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
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Marketing Coordinator (Full Time or Part Time 25+ hours per week) Central Mountain Air is looking to fill a new Marketing Coordinator position. The successful candidate will assist Senior Management with marketing programs and initiatives. They will organize and update marketing aspects of the company website; track and participate in organizing events and promotions throughout the company network. We are looking for an energetic candidate with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Post secondary training in “marketing” or relevant work experience is an asset. Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email required. There will be some travel requirements and an ability to work flexible work hours with this position. Please forward your resume by fax or email no later than January 22, 2014 to: Fax: (250) 847-3744 or Email: jobs@flycma.com Central Mountain Air thanks all applicants for your interest, however, only those selected for an Interview will be contacted.
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BUCKEYE HELPS BEAT #1 Alexa Ranahan, second from left, who got her hockey start with the Hazelton Bulldogs helped her new NCAA Division I team, the Ohio State Buckeyes, defeat the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers, giving the latter its first loss in two seasons. Ranahan and company play Minnesota Duluth Jan. 18 at 1 p.m. PST. Contributed photo
Bantam â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Dogs pull up their socks By Jerome Turner Hazelton/Interior News
The Hazelton Bantam Bulldogs havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had much success this year, but that all changed in a tournament in Prince Rupert last weekend. The Bulldogs played a seven-team round-robin tournament and placed second after falling to a team from Smithers in the final. Coach, Ken Tait Sr., liked the attitude over the five games they played. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been working hard in practice and doing everything we ask of them when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on the ice,â&#x20AC;? Tait said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The two games we lost couldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve went our way easily if we capitalized on all our
chances. It blew me away how hard everyone worked on the ice.â&#x20AC;? The Bulldogs brought 13 players in all and had to call in some with less experience from the peewee division, Tait added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They came to play and more than held their own against much bigger opponents,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Playing against 14-yearolds is a big step up for a 12-year-old and they all did well.â&#x20AC;? Cassie Penfold, 14, a player who was also needed, now plays for Terrace regularly and was eligible to suit up for her hometown. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She was one of four defensive players and she played really well,â&#x20AC;? Tait said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They all had a lot of ice-time and never quit. Declan Giguere was also
one of our leaders out there all weekend.â&#x20AC;? The reason Penfold and the peewee players were called upon was because the bantams only have 10 players regularly and knew coming into the season they would need help from other divisions, Tait added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our bench is so small and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very glad to have these players step in and play hard,â&#x20AC;? he said. Other notable standouts were Paulo Rubinato, Ken Tait Jr. and Jake Wilson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was one of the biggest differences compared to when we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do well,â&#x20AC;? Tait said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The team leaders were always there to keep everything progressing and moving positively. Everyone worked hard, but these four led the way by example.â&#x20AC;?
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Colin T. Bruintjes, CGA Bookkeeper/Receptionist Busy accounting firm has an opening for a Bookkeeper/Receptionist. MS Office, Caseware, Simply and Quickbooks experience would be an asset. Remuneration commensurate with experience. Benefit package is available. Please submit resume to: 3860 Alfred Avenue, Box 820, Smithers, B.C. Fax: 250-847-1568 Email: ctbruin@telus.net
School District #54 (Bulkley Valley) is accepting applications for the position of Casual Education Assistant – French Immersion in Smithers. Candidates must meet the following qualifications: • Completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate or equivalent ) • Must be fluently bilingual in French and English both written and spoken • Demonstrated ability to use judgment in selecting appropriate course of action within clearly established methods and procedures • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively using courtesy, tact and discretion in the explanation and clarification of information • Demonstrated ability to perform individually and as part of a team • Demonstrated ability to follow directions with regard to work areas, work schedules, classroom activities and the dispensing of medication • Good working knowledge of computers Please send resumes in confidence to: Ms. Bobbie Kingsmill Human Resources Administrator Box 758, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Phone 250-877-6831
Gitxsan Child & Family Services Society Employment Opportunity Family Services Director Gitxsan Child & Family Services Society is a delegated agency based in beautiful Hazelton, BC. It is a rural agency serving the Gitxsan communities. We are surrounded by beautiful scenery, clean rivers and a thriving culture. We are seeking a qualified experienced Family Service Worker to join our dynamic team. The Family Service Worker is expected to carry a regular caseload, using clinical and interpersonal skills as well as good case management system to provide a variety of services. Their primary responsibility is to ensure the delivery of family support services to families and children who require them, guardianship services and the development and maintenance of caregiver homes. Qualifications: Bachelor of Social Work Degree or a Bachelor Degree in a human relates services field, plus two years related experience Requirements: We are looking for individuals who are delegated or are eligible to be delegated under the current Provincial (BC) Legislation. Willingness to travel. Have a valid BC driver’s license Must successfully pass a Criminal Records Check Knowledge of Gitxsan Culture and language would be an asset Qualified individuals interested in this opportunity should apply in writing, faxed or emailed with a copy of their resume and 3 references to: Christine Pearson-Bronsch Gitxsan Child & Family Services Society P.O. Box 333, HAZELTON, BC V0J 1Y0 Fax # 250-842-2481, Email: chris@gcfss.com DEADLINE for applications is 4:00 pm on January 17. 2014 Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry. Relocation Expenses can be negotiated. Only those who have made the shortlist will be contacted.
School District #54 (Bulkley Valley) is accepting applications for the position of Noon Hour Supervisor at Smithers Secondary School. 5 hours per week. Candidates must meet the following qualifications: • Good interpersonal skills • Completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate or equivalent) • Valid Level 1 First Aid Certificate • Working knowledge of behaviour management and conflict resolution techniques • Demonstrated ability to use initiative to determine, judge and select appropriate course of action • Familiarity with Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) safety procedures • Physical capability to perform the job duties ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED. Please send resumes in confidence to: Ms. Bobbie Kingsmill Human Resources Administrator Box 758, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Phone 250-877-6831
Smithers Public Library is seeking a Library Director.
The Director is responsible for overseeing the operation of the Smithers Municipal Library under the direction of the Smithers Library Board. 4ualiÀcations ([Serience (Gucation • Masters of Library Science or Library Technician Diploma or Community Library Training 3rogram CertiÀcate or ([tensive 3ublic Library ([perience. ([Serience • 3referred years of directly related e[perience. .noZleGge • Library management & administration • Community program development • Strategic planning • Financial management and budgeting. Skills • ([cellent communication and interpersonal skills • Supervision and staff recruitment • ConÁict resolution • Good working knowledge of library software. Suitability • Should enjoy the amenities & lifestyle of a small northern community. • Should be looking forward to making a long-term commitment to the community. &losing Date February 14, 2014 For a full job description, further TualiÀcations and application instructions visit: smithers.bclibrary.ca. (nTuires about this position can be sent to the library board: board@smitherslibrary.ca
Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is a 19,000 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 kilometers south of Houston in west central British Columbia. The mine has been in operation since in September 1997 and closure is planned for 2021. We are currently recruiting for the following position:
MILLWRIGHT Reporting to the Mill Maintenance Supervisor and working closely with other tradesmen and the operating department, the successful applicant will be responsible for maintenance work in the mill, crusher and other areas of the mine. Duties will include planned and preventative maintenance on the SAG mill, ball mills, crusher, conveyor belts, pumps and other equipment. The successful candidate must possess a journeyman’s trade qualiÀcation and have a minimum of Àve years experience in an industrial environment. Preference will be given to applicants with mining experience and individuals who are also licensed or experienced in welding. Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position. Possession of a &raneSafe &ertiÀcate would be considered an asset. Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. The work schedule for this position is 7 days on followed by 7 days off. Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston by bus and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic Bulkley Valley on TransCanada Highway 16, an excellent area to raise a family and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca. Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of beneÀts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan. We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 4ualiÀed applicants can submit their resumes in conÀdence to
Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000, Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Email: HR@HuckleberryMines.com
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The estate of Margaret Alice Brown, deceased, formerly of PO Box 37 South Hazelton, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Margaret Alice Brown are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the executor at c/o G.E. Greene Law Corporation, P.O. Box 940, 3895 Alfred Avenue, Smithers, British Columbia, V0J 2N0 on or before June 2, 2014 after which date the executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the executor then has notice. Application No. 106587
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE Application for a Permit/Approval Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act We, Avanti Kitsault Mining Ltd., 595 Burrard Street, PO Box 49314, Suite 2600, Three Bentall Centre, Vancouver BC V7X 1G3, intend to submit this application to the Director to authorize the discharge of effluent, from an advanced wastewater treatment plant to a pressure distribution effluent field. The source of the discharge is from a 150 person construction camp located on an upper bench adjacent to the treatment facility.
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The land upon which the facility will be situated and the discharge will occur is Block A, DL 35, Cassiar District, located at Avanti Kitsault Mine Ltd., within the Kitsault geographical location, Lime Creek- Alice Arm watershed. The land upon which the discharge will occur is Block A, DL 35, Cassiar District, located at Avanti Kitsault Mine Ltd., within the Kitsault geographical location, Lime Creek-Alice Arm watershed. The maximum rate of effluent discharged from this facility will be 37.854 m3/day. The operating period for this facility will be (24 hours/day, 7 days/week). The characteristics of the design waste discharged are as follows: Parameter
Class B Effluent
Class C Effluent Design Discharge
BOD5
10 mg/L
45 mg/L
10 mg/L
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10 mg/L
45 mg/L
10 mg/L
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400/100 mL
Ammonia
n/a
n/a
< 12 mg/L (estimated)
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n/a
n/a
< 20 mg/L (estimated)
Total -P
n/a
n/a
< 5 mg/L (estimated)
The type of treatment to be applied to the discharge is/are: secondary treatment by Primary Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF), Aerobic BCR Treatment, Secondary DAF, Sludge Transfer, Sludge Digestion and Dewatering, Effluent Disinfection and Disposal to a Pressure Distribution Infiltrator Field. Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed discharge of waste 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, with a copy to the Regional Manager, Environmental Protection at Environmental Protection Division, Skeena Region, Bag 5000, 3726 Alfred Avenue, Smithers, BC 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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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing regarding changes to Section 219 Covenant No. CA1963381 registered on title of the property legally described as the North 1/2 of the North 1/2 of District Lot 4267, Range 5, Coast District, except Plan PRP13594, will be held on Wednesday January 29, 2014 at 7:00 P.M in the West Fraser Room at the Smithers Municipal Office, 1027 Aldous Street, Smithers, B.C. Covenant No. CA1963381 was placed on title of the land in association with the adoption of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Smithers Telkwa Rural Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1585, 2010â&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Rezoning Bylaw No. 1586, 2010â&#x20AC;?. The bylaws allow the subject property to be developed into a 1.8 ha fee simple lot for residential use, and a bare land strata residential development containing up to 9 bare land strata parcels ranging in size from 0.2 to 0.5 ha. The bylaws also allow a portion of land to be subdivided and dedicated to the Crown for public use. The subject property is located at 2803 Dahlie Rd. and borders the Town of Smithers to the north. At the time of rezoning, in order to address development concerns, the applicant registered Covenant No. CA1963381 on title of the lands proposed for rezoning. The covenant requires the lands to be developed in a certain manner and restricts the use and development of the property to the manner identified in a geotechnical report attached to the covenant. The property owner has asked the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako to amend the covenant terms to change the design of their subdivision, and attach a new geotechnical report to the title of the property in support of the amended lot layout. LOCATION MAP
At the Public Hearing all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed covenant amendments shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present a written submission respecting the covenant amendments that are the subject of the Public Hearing. Written submissions sent by mail to P.O. Box 820, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0; by fax to (250) 692-1220; or by e-mail to inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca must be received by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako no later than January 29, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. to be ensured of consideration at the Public Hearing. Copies of the proposed covenant amendments and other relevant information may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako between the hours of 8:30 A.M. - 12:00 noon and 1:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from January 15 to January 29, 2014 inclusive. A copy of the proposed covenant amendments and other relevant information will also be made available at the Smithers Public Library. For further information please call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Planning Department at 250-692-3195 or 1-800-320-3339. This is the first of two publications.
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A ROUND RCMP have busy NYE, continue to investigate thefts TOWN Hazelton Figure Skating Club accepting registration until Jan. 17. For more information call Stacey @ 250842-7067 or Val @ 250-842-6979. John Field Elementary PAC/ CPF meeting - Jan. 15 @ 5 p.m. Childcare available. All parents welcome. Hazelton Pentecostal movie night - Jan. 17 @ 7 p.m. Free admission. Three Rivers Cohousing Society AGM - Jan. 20 @ 7:30 p.m. United Church basement. Community Kitchen re-start, the Learning Shop Jan. 22 @ 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Call Hannah @ 250842-6500 for more information. Hazelton Secondary Drama & Film present Oddball, Jan. 23 @ 7 p.m. $10 admission. Dessert included. Suitable for ages 10+. Loonie and Silent auction with proceeds going to the upcoming Zone qualifier competition in Prince Rupert. Strengthening Families Program Facilitators needed for Jan. 25 workshops free training available. Contact Jason @ 250-842-9000 or sfpcoordinator@ gmail.com for more information. Literacy Lunch, Brown bag - Jan. 30 @ noon. Service BC and Ministry of Children and Families office. Call Sarah @ 250842-6500 for more information. Cancer Support Office - Wrinch Memorial Hospital. Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Skate4Books - Jan. 25 @ 3 p.m. Free skating, gifts for everyone who attends. Also, special book readings from surprise guests. Pledge sheets available at the library and NWCC.
New Hazelton RCMP responded to 86 calls between January 1 and 8. Jan. 1 - 45 per cent of all calls for the first eight days of the year were received on Jan. 1. On that one day, 14 arrests were made by New Hazelton RCMP and several charges are before the courts. Jan. 3 - In the early morning hours a residence on Lax Gibuu Street in Kispiox caught fire. The sole occupant of the home was not injured however the house was destroyed in the fire. Jan. 5 - 3:10 p.m. police responded to a single vehicle collision in Gitanyow. During the investigation, the driver was found to be impaired by alcohol. The driver became violent with police upon arrest and was subdued by the use of pepper spray. Charges are pending.
Jan. 7 - Two separate complaints were received by police of vehicles being entered overnight and items stolen. One incident occurred on Strathern Road in Hazelton, the other at the Wrinch Memorial Hospital parking lot. A gold necklace was taken along with cash and personal effects. Please do not keep valuables in your vehicle and ensure your doors are locked. Jan. 8 - Police responded to a residential break and enter at the 2200 block of Cottonwood Drive in Gitanmaax. Entry was made through a window and a small flat screen TV was stolen. If you have any information on these files or any others, please call the New Hazelton RCMP at 250-842-5244 or CRIMESTOPPERS at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS).
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Great 3 bdrm, 1 bathroom mobile Mountainview Mobile Home Park All new paint and floors New window treatments
Kiesha Matthews
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Well cared for office building 2060 s.f. downtown Smithers Open layout with several offices Newer heating, paved parking
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$199,500
mls n4506499
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$449,500
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mls n232359
$259,500
mls n232309
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mls n232156
$389,000
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8639 Kroeker Road
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Coalmine Road, Telkwa
665 Hudson Bay Mountain Road
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2 bedroom rancher New hot water, furnace, electrical New flooring, new bathroom Fenced yard, storage/workshop
Donna Grudgfield
mls n231561
5 acres, custom built home 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Huge shop, home based business Nice views, gas fireplace, woodstove
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$244,900
mls n231677
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 39.5 acres, great views Huge pond, level land New sundeck
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$238,000
140 acres in 2 titles H—2 Borders village boundaries Hydro, telephone & established road www.realestatesmithers.com
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mls n231876
mls n228393
4.9 acres, 4 bdrm, 2 bath house Full finished basement with entry Guest house, gardens, pond www.realestatesmithers.com
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#7-3664 Third Avenue
13042 Blue Jay Road
Old Babine Lake Road
3286 Turner Way
1333 Sunny Point Drive
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mls n231182
5 acres, drilled well 4 bdrm, 2 bathroom, recent upgrades 25x27 attached shop, greenhouse www.realestatesmithers.com
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mls n232500
$45,500
238 acres, creek, legal access Borders crown land, view Established access www.realestatesmithers.com
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6 years young 2 storey, RV parking 3 bdrm, 2½ bath, fireplace & more Double garage, 24x32 shop www.smithershomes.com
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mls n230485
mls n231625
$210,000
Silverking prime bench location 3500sq ft rancher with full basement Beautiful yard, huge deck, workshop www.smithershomes.com
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mls n230986
$284,500
$436,000
Lot 4 Chestnut Crescent
Cottonwood/Fir Street, Telkwa
4023 Third Avenue
12 Pavilion Place
5166 Nielson Road
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Sandra Hinchliffe
mls n228370
4 new lots in Telkwa .5-1.12 acres Fully serviced Treed and private
Sandra Hinchliffe
$57,000
Roomy half duplex Large fenced yard Many upgrades Two entrances, suite potential
Sandra Hinchliffe
$294,000
Built in 2012 Three bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Great kitchen, modern design Lakefront at Watson’s Landing
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mls n232151
$269,000
mls n232604
Country home, 1080 sf, 2 bedroom Pristine setting 5 min to town Vaulted ceilings,rock fp,open design Detached sauna building
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mls n231509
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3889 Tenth Avenue
21806 Kitsequecla Loop Road
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mls n231866
Sandra Hinchliffe Cell. 847-0725
158.46 acres, south facing slope Breathtaking views of the Valley Established hay fields, small ponds Fully fenced and cross fenced
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Large .314 acre building lot In Woodland Park in Telkwa Slightly sloped Hudson Bay Mountain views
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“ The Joint Review Panel’s recommendation is an important step toward building a better pipeline.”
My name is Janet Holder and I am the leader of the Northern Gateway Project. This past December, my team came one step closer towards our goal of building a better pipeline. After weighing the evidence in the most comprehensive, scientific review in Canadian pipeline history, the Joint Review Panel of the National Energy Board and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency provided its recommendation.
From the beginning, Northern Gateway has committed to building a safer and better pipeline. The Panel’s conditions are an important step towards that goal. They reflect the input of thousands of British Columbians and Canadians, and include many of the commitments we made in our submission. But our work is far from done. As a proud British Columbian, I assure you that my team will continue to work hard towards meeting all of the final conditions set out by the Joint Review Panel, just as we’re working hard to meet the Province’s tough conditions. Building a better pipeline isn’t easy. It takes hard work and complete dedication to meeting the highest standards possible. The Joint Review Panel’s recommendation is an important step toward building a better pipeline.
Sincerely,
Janet Holder Leader of Northern Gateway
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The Panel concluded that Canada and Canadians would be better off with the Northern Gateway Project than without it. They also provided 209 conditions we must meet before we build the project or before we start operations.