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Coworkers step up to help Elliot Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier Chris Elliot lost his home on Kring Road in a house fire on Feb. 6. Elliot’s home and all his belongings were lost when a blaze destroyed the home. Firefighters were unable to determine the cause of the fire. Elliot, who was not insured for the loss, was at work when the fire took place, and it was residents who lived across Stuart Lake on Lower Road of Nak’azdli Reserve who called the fire department. When f i re f i g h t e r s arrived, it was already too late to save the structure or any of Elliot’s things. Elliot works as a guard at the Fort St. James RCMP detachment and his coworkers stepped up to help when they heard the news and are asking for donations to help Elliot recover from this devastating loss. “It’s pretty much, unfortunately, everything,” said Corporal Svend Nielson, an RCMP member at the local detachment helping
set up the donations for Elliot. “He has nothing.” While Nielson said Elliot plans on rebuilding, first there will be the matter of even clearing the debris of the ruins of the previous house, then he will have to find the basics for the home. While Elliot is getting support from his coworkers, he will be starting from scratch to rebuild and then furnish the home with everything from sheets to a toaster. An account has been set up through the Integris Credit Union to help Elliot and donations of household items are being collected through the local detachment. Nielson said donors can stop into the Fort St. James or Vanderhoof Integris Credit Unions and say they would like to make a donation in trust for Chris Elliot. Household items can be dropped off at the Fort St. James RCMP detachment, and a list will be started of what items have been donated, so he does not end up with eight toasters.
Back, left to right: Chris Greenaway (coach), Cale Skeen, Jayden Greenaway, Janko Spodniak, Liam Willick, Oscar Croucher, Ayden Leon, Maxz Boschman, Sarah Grill (Coach). Front left to right: Jaide Steeves, Grace Willick, Rebeccah Gauthier, Quintanna Paziuk, Gabriela Willick, Kaitlan Goodwin, Mara Martin, Shelby Legebokoff, Sara King, Brooke Dunkley, Kaylee Walstrom, Lissy Kosmick Photo courtesy of Sarah Grill
Ski and board team rock the zones Once again, the Fort St. James Secondary School Ski and Board Team rocked the zones, coming home from Powder King with a pile of medals. The girls snowboard team took first place as a team, and Sarah King once again beat out the rest, with a first place female snowboarder finish and she was the second fastest boarder overall. There were 26 female boarders competing. The girls ski team took second place, with the speedy Gabriella Willick once again near the top as the second fastest female skier out of 30 and she was the third fastest among both male and female skiers. The boys ski team won third place this time around, with Liam Willick as the third fastest
male out of 37. The team only includes a couple male boarders, but Oscar Croucher’s time was eighth fastest among a field of 64 male boarders, and so he also qualifies for the provincials. The team will now be training up for the provincials which take place in Whistler on March 2-5. Coach Sarah Grill said the team could not have done it without the continued support of the community, Murray Ridge, the municipality, regional district and local businesses which for the past five years have helped the team. Traveling to provincials each year is a significant commitment of time and funds and it would not be possible without the community.
Council vows to fight cancellation At the Feb. 12 council meeting, Fort St. James mayor and council decided they will be trying to fight a decision by College of New Caledonia (CNC) executives. The decision to cut
the welding course from the Fort St. James campus in an attempt to centralize some of these courses is one mayor and council found very concerning. “It needs to be a top priority,” said
Councillor Joan Burdeniuk. “The business case is in place for (the course).” Burdeniuk was referring to the high rate of employment of graduates of the welding program in Fort St. James.
Councillor Riley Willick commented he personally knows a number of people who have completed the program and were therefore able to stay in the community and find good jobs using the
skills they learned in the program. Councillor Russ Gingrich said the community needs to maintain these kind of services within the local community and be increasing them, not los-
ing them to larger centres. Mayor MacDougall and council agreed to try and attend a CNC board meeting to voice their concerns and see if the decision can be reversed.
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Brooks official leadership candidate for BC Conservatives Sam Redding Omineca Express So how does Dan Brooks feel about becoming an official leadership candidate for the B.C. Conservatives? “Refreshing,” he said. “I’m excited about this I have a chance here to make a real difference especially for northern rural communities which have been greatly neglected in the past and so having a leadership candidate that comes from Vanderhoof, what an opportunity.” Brooks’ paid his $20,000 leadership fee
tered around three basic things: advocating for rural B.C. and addressing their needs; financial management of the province, including tax reform; and grass roots democracy or decentralization of power in the province. Flat income tax is one of the solutions that Brooks is looking at for the better financial management of B.C. Dan Brooks of Vanderhoof is “I really believe that running for the leadership of we need to introduce a the BC Conservative Party. greater deal of fairness Photo courtesy of Dan Brooks in our tax system,” said and finished all the Brooks. “Flat tax is one paperwork by February way to do that. I’m not 3. suggesting I have the His platform is cen-
Witness sought in murder of Fort resident On July 9, 2010, Tyrone Myles Thomas was stabbed to death outside a 7-Eleven in Prince George. Thomas, 39, had recently moved to Fort St. James. A 20-year-old man was arrested on Feb. 14, 2014 in Victoria, B.C. in connection to the incident. A charge of second degree murder has been approved against the suspect, but his name can not be released because the suspect was 16 years old at the time of the incident. Police are still looking to identify a
witness at the scene. Investigators believe that an adult male driver of a pick-up with boat and trailer was in the store at the time of the incident. He left the store under the belief that his boat was being vandalized. He drove away before the arrival of police. Investigators would like to speak to this witness and are asking him to contact the Serious Crime Unit at (250)561-3300. It is believed that he may not live in the Prince George area. If you have any information about this homicide, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1(800)222-8477.
Budget deliberations Mayor Rob MacDougall and council are in the midst of budget deliberations for the 2014 fiscal year. Mayor and council will be meeting regularly to discuss priorities for the upcoming year and identify areas where funds are needed or should be reduced. So far, MacDougall said they think they will be focussing on public works, as some equipment is in need of upgrades. They are also looking at planning for expected increases in BC Hydro rates and higher fuel costs. The grant-in-aid budget is also expect-
ed to be reduced, but comments in a recent meeting were that funding for the Fort St. James Community Foundation could help offset those reductions as the foundation will begin handing out grants to community organizations or projects this year. The grant-in-aid budget is so far being proposed to be reduced to $27,000 from $37,000 in 2013, with $10,000 of this going directly to the foundation in each year. Nothing is finalized yet and these are just proposed changes being discussed. The budget will need to be finalized by May 15 of this year.
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LEFT: Arena Manager Tony Pacheco (at left) was one of three District of Fort St. James staff recognized for their service by Mayor Rob MacDougall (right) and council. Pacheco has worked for the district for 10 years. Caledonia Courier
exact number and I think we need to look at the need in B.C. and have the one that works the best for British Columbians.” Brooks admits there are risks to changing a tax regime but still advocates it after a period of study to find out what would work. “I think one of the biggest problems we have in our current political is the centralization of power in the hands of the premiers office. The premier makes all the decisions and its hard to escape the perception if not the actual reality that the premier controls every aspect of government and the buck stops there… our MLAs become beholden to
the premier on everything, so many people are appointed to positions without any sort of electoral or review process.” “You’ve got to allow your MLAs to speak on behalf of the constituents and that’s what real grassroots democracy does.” “One of the things I think the B.C. Conservatives can do that the B.C. Liberals can’t is to stand up on behalf of rural British Columbia.” Brooks stated that in the last 15 years B.C. has seen a tremendous decline in rural populations, 58,000 people out of rural B.C. “If our population was not supplemented by immigrants we
would be losing them to Alberta, we lost 10,000 people last year to Alberta and a lot of those people are coming from rural areas. And it’s actually hurt-
ing our economy.” Brooks said that while he is proud of Vancouver, more focus needs to be taken out of the city and into the country.
The Foundation Society Board of Directors and its Granting Committee are making two $450 grants available to eligible recipient organizations. If your organization is operating in Fort St. James, Regional District Area “C”, Nak’azdli, Tl’azten, Yekooche or Takla Lake, your group may be eligible to apply for one of these $450 grants. Completed applications are to be submitted by the April 15, 2014 deadline, and mailed to: Fort St. James Community Foundation Society P.O. Box 17 Fort St. James, BC V0J 1P0 Application forms and additional grant category information can be picked up at the Fort St. James Public Library, District of Fort St. James Municipal Office, College of New Caledonia and Nak’azdli Band Office.
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Take a break Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier Happy olympics. Or should I say happy vacation from bad news. I know life still goes on, beautiful and horrible both. Brutal and messy. But during the olympics, Syrian deaths slip into the background. The sounds of bombs are drowned out by the roar of the crowd as the athletes race to the finish or complete a medal performance. The truth is, it’s nice not to have to dwell on the negative, the relentless, horrible truths, at least for a short time. We are using resources far faster than is sustainable and there are children suffering in terrible wars. The Middle East is a mess and shows no signs of improving anytime soon. These may be realities we need to face. But the olympics is like a news and media all-inclusive resort for our overstimulated minds. Call it a retreat or call it hiding - at some point we all need a break. While nationalism and commercialism may run rampant, at least the commercials are heartwarming and positive. And the nationalism is tempered by a respect for athletic prowess and while we prefer to see our own athletes on the podium, we respect a perfect performance and appreciate the comradary of true sportsmanship and athletic ability. So while it may also distract you from your work, enjoy this olympic experience. Syria, Africa and all the other messy and horrible realities will still be there, and while we need to pay attention to them, we also can sometimes appreciate some of the beauty of humanity when it happens.
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Editor: It can get pretty overwhelming, seeing all these pipeline applications coming through. One gets the feeling that there’s no point in speaking out or getting involved, there’s so many of them and they always seem to get approved anyway, right? Last December the Joint Review Process (JRP) panel announced their decision to approve the Northern Gateway pipeline application. I was active in the Joint Review Process, as a member of the Fort St James Sustainability Group. And since the JRP announced their decision a lot of people have asked me if it was worth participating in that process, given the end result. Absolutely. And here’s why. You have a say in any process that affects you, your family, and your community. Joe Oliver, the National Energy Board, the Harper government, all may try and intimidate you into not participating, but it is your democratic right to have a voice at the table. Until the level of democracy in this country changes you have every right to direct involvement in any review process. If there is a resource project near your community, be it oil, LNG, or a mine, and there is a public review process, you have a right to be involved. Companies like Enbridge, regulatory bodies like the National Energy Board, and governments forget that real people live, love, and work along pipeline routes, near mine sites. They forget that the land they are planning to disrupt belongs not to them, but to others and is used by others for
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a whole bunch of reasons. They talk to each other through their lawyers, and the voices and concerns of ordinary people aren’t heard. Me, I saw it as a duty to my community to be directly involved in the JRP process, to bring my voice and the voices of others to that table generally reserved for lawyers. It’s important to remind companies like Enbridge and Trans Mountain that their plans directly impact people’s lives, and it’s important for regulators like the BC Environmental Assessment Office and the NEB to hear the same message. And they only hear it if we bring it forward, because the companies aren’t going to do it for us. Aren’t the processes flawed? Aren’t they skewed to the companies’ favour? You bet they are, and that likely will never change. The National Energy Board, for example, is a captured regulator – oil money pays their bills. Tough to make an objective decision when Enbridge and others are paying your salary. I went into the JRP process knowing full well the process was flawed and that the outcome was likely going to be what it ended up being. But I still felt it was crucial to bring how I felt about the potential for an oil spill into Stuart Lake to the attention of both Enbridge and the NEB. And the way I tried to do that was to point out the flaws in the Northern Gateway application, as a way of showing the NEB that while Enbridge was promising an iron-clad safe project, we were finding holes in their application that showed that perhaps it wasn’t as iron-clad or safe as they kept professing it to be. Continued on Page 5
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LEFT: The Fort St. James Secondary School Falcons Senior Girls Basketball team played at a tournament in Burns Lake recently and won second place overall. Pictured back, left to right: Sarah Valk, Hannah Burgart, Brooke Dunkley, Hailee Burgart, Sydney Playfair, and Joscelyn Stark. Front left to right: Carmen Bennison, Hannah denEngelsen, and Tacayla Huhn
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Falcons Senior Girls Basketball Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier It was a tight tournament for the Falcons Senior Girls Basketball team in Burns Lake on the Feb. 8 weekend. The Falcons played three games, beating both North Side and Valemount to make it to the final game against Fraser Lake. They lost the final game to Fraser Lake with a tight 4937 final score, taking second in the tournament overall. They managed this even
with one player out due to an injury. “They played really well,” said Coach Suzanne Burck. Jocelyn Stark has an ankle injury she received during a practice and it is still not known whether her ankle will be good in time for the zones. The tournament had teams from Valemount, Fraser Lake, Burns Lake, Vanderhoof (Northside Christian School), Smithers (Bulkley Valley Christian School) and Mount Currie (Xit’olacw Community School).
The teams are getting quite competitive, said Burck, as they prepare to vie for the three slots to move on to provincials. Provincials will be held in Lumby in the second week of March. Ten teams will be meeting to fight for the three top spots at the zones in Bella Coola starting on Feb. 18. Burck said Fraser Lake is the team to beat in the region, and Cedars Christian School of Prince George is the topseeded team in the zones so far.
Public talk about pipelines... From Page 4... I think we were successful on that front. I just think that the NEB didn’t care. That’s what happens when big oil pays your way. So would I do it again? I already am. I am planning to be involved in the detailed route hearing should the Harper government approve Northern Gateway. And I am currently living in a community directly affected by the Kinder Morgan expansion. Close to sixty tankers a month will go by the community of Sooke should that project be approved – instead of the five a month that go by now. So I have applied for intervenor status in that review process, once again, to make sure that Kinder Morgan and the NEB hear the concerns and voices of ordinary people as well as those of the lawyers. I share the frustration of “Why bother getting involved when the regulators don’t listen?” I was disappointed to hear the JRP’s decision, but I wasn’t surprised. If anything, it strengthened in me the need to continue to stress to regulators and companies that the voices of folks like us are just as important as the well-paid voices of those company lawyers. And I strongly encourage you to do the same, whatever pipeline or mine or other resource project is staring you in the face, at a level you are comfortable with. It doesn’t have to be full-blown intervenor status, it can be as simple as writing a letter. So I may be disappointed in the JRP’s decision, but one thing is for sure. I have the right to be at
their review process tables, and my voice will be heard. I’m not done. Kandace Kerr Sooke, BC
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FIrEwEED FOrT ST. JaMES PUBlIC 4.3”STOPPING x 2.6” ThE VIOlENCE & OUTrEaCh lIBrary hOUrS... SErVICE For those who believe Tuesday 11:30-8:00 Representative for Children and Youth all is possible!...Provides free Wednesday 11:30-4:30 Confidential, Safe, and Supportive Thursday 11:30-4:30 counselling and outreach services Friday 11:30-8:00 for women. Hours of Service: Saturday 11:00-3:00 Reber Creative Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, *** and every other Friday. Location: NEChakO VallEy 250.383.5255 Room 203, 349 Stuart Drive, Fort COMMUNITy SErVICES St James, BC Phone: (250) 996SOCIETy...Child and Youth Mental 1214 Fax: (250) 996-7647 Email: Health and Counseling Services fire.or@telus.net available at no cost. Monday to *** Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Call 996ST PaTrICk’S aNGlICaN 7645 for appointment. ChUrCh... hosts a free lunch every *** Tuesday from 11.00am - 1.00pm. FOrT TraP aND haNDGUN All are welcome. This lunch is made ClUB... meets last Sunday of every possible through the generous giving month. Contact (Sue) at 250-996of time and resources,by many people 7728 (h) for more information. in the region, including The Roman *** Catholic Church, Camp Living FOrT ST. JaMES SEarCh & Water, E-Free Church and many rESCUE... steering committee meetings first Tuesday of every other individuals. We wish to thank month. 7:00 p.m. above the Fort all those who contribute their labour St. James Firehall. Training is the to this program as well as those who third Tuesday of every month at the provide food and other necessities. Firehall at 7 p.m. New members We also run a small food bank on welcome. For more information Tuesday morning, and are very please contact Paul at 250.996.7478 thankful for all who contribute to this endeavor. For further information or Rod at 250.996.7269 *** please call Gwen Andrews 567-6744. MUSIC MakErS...New members *** always WELCOME. Not everyone SErVICE TIMES... at St Patrick’s has to be on stage, there is lots of Anglican Church, Fort St James, work behind the scenes. Call Heike will be 10:30 am every Sunday. Free Fonda at 250-996-7006 for more info. lunch every Tues between 11-1pm with music and Prayer. Please come *** ThE ThrIFT STOrE...has a new and join us. name! “The Bargain Basement”. *** We are still at the same location, FIrEwEED ClOThES DrIVE... across from Shoppers Food Mart. The Fireweed Safe Haven is doing a Donations of clean clothing and small winter clothes drive. We are looking housewares are greatly appreciated. for jackets, boots, snow pants, mitts, Please, no books or magazines. hats, scarves, fleeces, etc, for men, Proceeds are used for community women and children. The items needs. Open Wed-Sat, 12 noon to will then be given to families in the community that need them. If you 4pm. *** do not have anything at home that PUBlIC SErVICE you can part with but still wish to contribute, you can purchase mitts, aNNOUNCEMENT...If you know anyone, including a child, socks, or thermal underwear. Please who has been abused or harmed drop items off at the Fireweed Safe by a psychiatrist call the Citizens Haven. For more information please Commission on Human Rights at: contact Talia at (250) 996-8081. Every little bit helps. 1-800-670-2247. *** *** aa MEETINGS...Thursdays at aUxIlIary TO STUarT lakE 8:00pm. United Church on 2nd Ave hOSPITaL... Monthly meeting 2nd West. call 250-996-8290 for more Wednesday each month. Hospital Cafeteria 7:00 p.m. information.
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ABOVE: Trainees from both the Fort St. James Volunteer Fire Department and Fort St. James Search and Rescue received some ice rescue training in February.
Photos courtesy of FSJ Fire Department
Ice rescue training Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier Ice rescue training in a town like Fort St. James just makes sense. Not only is there a large lake, but there is the added danger of a large river, both near the population centre. Fire Chief Mike Navratil knows this. After only being in his position a short time, he was faced with an ice rescue. Someone had gone out onto the ice in November, then became disoriented and confused while walking on Stuart Lake. The Fort St. James Volunteer Fire Department responded with Rescue 11 (a rescue truck) and Engine 21. Members geared up in “ice suits” made of neoprene
and tethered a member to go out and retrieve the stranded person safely. So recently, Raven Rescue from Smithers was brought in to provide a course in ice rescue to some fire fighters and a search and rescue member as well. The two-day course involved a day of classroom training and instruction followed by a day outside, practicing rescues in and along Stuart River. Fire fighters Carmen Bennison, Sheldon Dame, Brian Rivard, Pete Panesar, James Waddell, Douglas Hearn, John Bennison, Mike Navratil, and Don Fraser and search and rescue member Shane Pearce all geared up to learn the ropes - literally. Navratil said people travelling on the ice need to have situational awareness and make sure they have their bearings, especially at night when different lights can get confused.
Service recognized LEFT: Rick Claughton (left) and Chris Greenaway (right) were recognized by Mayor Rob MacDougall (centre) for their service as long-time employees of the District of Fort St. James. Greenaway has been with the district for 15 years, while Claughton has worked for them for five years. Caledonia Courier
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This endorsement came with 209 conditions that we must meet before we start operations. These conditions reflect the input of thousands of British Columbians and Canadians, and include many of the commitments we made in our submission. We are working towards meeting these conditions in the same way we’ve been working hard to meet the tough conditions put forward by the Province. Many of these conditions centre around the preservation and protection of the diverse marine life that populate the coast of B.C. In the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing the details behind a number of these conditions with you – like detailed emergency response and mammal protection plans. We’ve consulted with experts from around the world to make sure that we’re doing everything possible to protect B.C.’s coastline. We’re doing all this hard work because we are committed to building a safer, better pipeline. Sincerely,
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Strings and swing Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier Jesse Peters is charming and funnier than I expected in person. Chatting in the lounge before the show, Peters was cracking jokes and telling funny stories while I asked him and Lizzy Hoyt a few questions. Playing music since he was five years old, Peters grew up in Whitehorse, Yukon, where he said he had the “quintessential Canadian childhood” with a skating rink in the backyard. Both of Peters’ parents were musical and he describes his father’s voice as a “beautiful tenor.” His father also played guitar. His mother, a flute player and teacher, heads up the agency which represents him now, Magnum Opus. On stage, Peters was every bit the sexy crooner I expected. His voice and piano are fantastic - full stop. From some classic jazz tunes to a beatboxing solo, Peters has depth and style. The show started off with a set by Lizzy Hoyt, a talented vocalist, with a strong, high voice. She played the violin, the guitar and the harp and threw in some fantastic tap shoe accompaniment to round out her opening. Lizzy Hoyt is sweet, which fits well with her musical celtic folk style, and also grew up under musical parents, but in Edmonton, Alberta. The two are teaming up for what is their third tour together. Their first two tours were Christmas shows,
with the commonality of Christmas music helping them mesh their very different musical styles. “It just seemed to be very organic and easy,” said Hoyt. Teaming the very different musicians up for these tours was the idea of Travis Switzer, the bass player accompanying them. Switzer played upright bass with Hoyt and electric bass with Peters. There were two other musicians on stage as well: Drummer, Tom Bennett and mandolin and guitar player Chris Tabbert. But it was Switzer who was the surprise. Switzer was the 2013 Canadian Country Music Association Bass Player of the Year and there were a couple of moments on stage where Switzer had an opportunity to shine through. Switzer ripped the bass apart and put it back together during a solo with Peters in the second set, brilliantly demonstrating just what the instrument can be capable of in the right hands. But it was another disappointing showing
LEFT: Jesse Peters on the piano at an arts council concert series performance. BELOW : Lizzy Hoyt of Edmonton had the voice of an angel and could play the fiddle to boot. Hoyt even tapped out stome sounds with her feet during the Tuesday night performance. Caledonia Courier
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Our Mission Statement The Fort St. James Chamber Exists to promote trade, progress, development, and the economic and civic welfare of our community in order to make it a better place to live and work
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School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) LIMITED DURATION MAINTENANCE III VANDERHOOF MAINTENANCE DEPT. HOURS OF WORK: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week DUTIES TO COMMENCE: March 3, 2014 – August 31, 2014 RATE OF PAY: $23.70 per hour as per the current Collective Agreement School District No.91 (Nechako Lakes) is seeking a highly motivated, progressive individual who would be interested in working as a Maintenance III in the Vanderhoof Area. This individual would provide carpentry and maintenance services to the repair, alteration and construction of District buildings, fixtures and equipment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate or meet the following criteria:
KDL Group is seeking an Intermediate Accountant to join our financial team. Responsibilities Include: . Office Management . Month-end Accounting . Subcontractor Pay . Ad hoc reporting Abilities: . Strong leadership and team building skills. . Exceptional analytical and organizational skills. . Able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks under pressure with tight deadlines. . Exceptional communication skills, tact and diplomacy. Experience & Qualifications: . Accounting diploma or extensive experience in a variety of accounting areas. . Minimum 3+ years of related experience. . Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel Compensation: Salary will be determined by experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefit package. Please apply by February 26, 2014 Attention: Megan Reidlinger, Human Resources & Safety Coordinator Email: admin@kdlgroup.net
KNOWLEDGE • completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate) • BC Driver’s License - Class 5 Full Privileged with an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current driver’s abstract EXPERIENCE • four years of current relevant experience with an understanding of the various trades • WHMIS Certificate and familiarity with Work Safe BC (WCB) safety procedures SKILLS & ABILITIES • maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information seen or heard • competent in the use and care of tools and equipment common to this position • ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications • ability to use courtesy, tact and discretion to deal with or settle requests, complaints or clarification of information • ability to work independently and use judgement to determine which of many methods are applicable in any given situation • physical capability to perform the job duties • performs all duties with a level of interpersonal skills appropriate to the position • basic ability to use computers For complete duties and responsibilities of this position, please contact Lynn Maksymchak at 250-567-2284 or lmaksymchak@sd91.bc.ca Applications will be accepted for the following position until 12:00 noon Wednesday, February 26, 2014 by: LYNN MAKSYMCHAK DISTRICT PRINCIPAL – HUMAN RESOURCES/ LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES) PO BOX 129 VANDERHOOF BC V0J 3A0
HOURS OF WORK: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week DUTIES TO COMMENCE: March 3, 2014 – August 31, 2014 RATE OF PAY: $28.10 per hour as per the current Collective Agreement School District No.91 (Nechako Lakes) is seeking a highly motivated, progressive individual who would be interested in working as a Journeyman Carpenter – Trades Qualified in the Vanderhoof Area. This individual would provide carpentry and maintenance services to the repair, alteration and construction of District buildings, fixtures and equipment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate or meet the following criteria: KNOWLEDGE completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate) O valid BC Trade Certification as a Carpenter O valid Class 5, B.C. Driver’s License with an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current driver’s abstract O
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Pacific Northern Gas is an integrated transmission and distribution company serving approximately 40,000 customers in Northern and Northeastern BC. PNG has offices in 9 communities throughout the North with corporate headquarters located in Vancouver. Please visit our website at www.png.ca to learn more about PNG. Reporting to the Smithers Area Manager, the successful applicant will perform all aspects of installation, repair and maintenance of commercial and residential natural gas equipment on and off customer premises, read meters, promote the sale of natural gas, and respond to emergencies on the company’s distribution system as required. Qualifications: Grade 12 education. Valid Class GBEE BC Gas Fitters Licence. Competence in technical aspects related to public safety, customer relations, and welfare of the Company’s property. Experience in appliance repair and trouble shooting. Must be familiar with basic computer software programs and email. Must have good written and verbal communication skills. Pacific Northern Gas Ltd. offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Please e-mail all applications to Tony Harmel, Manager of Customer Service at tharmel@png.ca Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
SKILLS & ABILITIES ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications O good basic knowledge of painting and finishing O ability to perform a variety of skilled carpentry tasks in the construction and maintenance of school district facilities O thorough and current knowledge of the standards, practices, regulations, methods, tools and equipment of the trade O ability to communicate effectively using courtesy, tact and discretion in dealing with requests, complaints and clarification of information O ability to use judgment to interpret, analyze and modify methods and procedures O physical capability to perform the job duties O basic working knowledge of computers O
For complete duties and responsibilities of this position, please contact Lynn Maksymchak at 250-567-2284 or lmaksymchak@sd91.bc.ca Applications will be accepted for the following position until 12:00 noon, Wednesday February 26, 2014 by: LYNN MAKSYMCHAK DISTRICT PRINCIPAL – HUMAN RESOURCES/ LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES) PO BOX 129 VANDERHOOF BC V0J 3A0
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Courier Fort skier takes gold at Tabor Mountain
Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier If you have been to a rail jam or big air competition at Murray Ridge, you have probably seen Quinn Moeller. If you have, you probably know Moeller skis, and skis well, the man knows his way around a terrain park. He probably skis in his sleep, spinning rodeo (upside-down) 540s in his dreams (a 540 is a spin where the skier rotates one and a half times around). While he has won a number of big air and rail jam competitions at the local hill, he had never competed at a higher level contest with competitors from all across the province and beyond before. But on Feb. 7, Moeller decided he would give it a try. He worked the night shift at Conifex Mill at home in Fort St. James, got off, packed up his skis and drove to Tabor Mountain near Prince George for the Timber Tour slope style competition. Slopestyle competitions combine rails and other obstacles with jumps. The event was a test event for the Canada Winter Games, and teams came to compete from across the province. The Yukon freestyle ski team was there, skiers from Whistler, the Vancouver Freestyle ski team, skiers from Apex Mountain near Penticton and more. Arriving at the event, competitors were required to be affiliated with a ski team to enter, so Moeller approached the local Northern BC Freestyle Club in order to compete, and they signed him up. There were over 30 competitors,
of sunshine and bright skies, it was "just really really cold" to be standing around for a competition said Moeller. The snow conditions were different as well, with some icy places and the super cold snow being a bit sticky in places as well. Each skier was given two runs through, with their best score standing and the skiers were then ranked by these scores. Moeller said the course had a flat bar rail then two options for the next section, a flatdown-flat rail or flat-downbox, then two down rails and it finished with three jumps. On his first run, Moeller Ruth Lloyd/Cale- did a front 270 off the flat rail, donia Courier putting him in the "switch" or backwards position for the second one, which he did a switch 270 onto then a backside 270 off. He "skier slid" the last rail to get enough speed for the jumps, and he did a 540 tail grab off the first one, a switch rodeo 540 off the second then a 540 off of the last one. Moeller crashed on his second run on the second rail. "It was definitely nerve-wracking being up there with kids that have had 10-plus years training in the winter and summer," he said. and Thursday was a day for practice But apparently, training only with on the course, but Moeller did not even get that, he had only three prac- his friends at Murray Ridge has still tice runs before the judged runs on given him enough skills to hold his own against the other skiers. Friday. The 21-year-old Moeller took third Despite the frigid -30 C temperatures, the competition went ahead, place overall and first in the 19 and with only a small tent at the top with over category with a score of 78 on a propane heater to keep the waiting his first run. After the event, he was approached skiers from freezing while they stood by two freestyle ski teams, and asked around. "It did keep us a bit warm," said to come coach the younger skiers. He said he's thinking about it. Moeller. While it was a bluebird day
Hat Lake connector a go The connector road between the Leo Creek Road and the Germansen Landing - North Road is a go. A road permit was issued to Canadian Forest Products Ltd. (Canfor) by the Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations. The road will connect to the Germansen Landing North Road at the 39 km point and will go west about 38 km to the Leo Creek Forest Service Road. The Hat Lake Forest Service Road will connect with the Leo Creek Forest Service Road at 24 km on the Leo Creek. The road will upgrade part of an old road and construct new sections to complete the 38 km. There will be a reload log storage site at the junction of the Hat Lake Forest Service Road and the Germansen Landing - North Road.
TOP LEFT: Quinn Moeller shows off his gold medal from the Timber Tour slopestyle competition. BOTTOM: Quinn Moeller spots his landing during a Big Air competition at Murray Ridge back in 2011.
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