Inside
● ●
BAD FORESTRY BRIDGES P. 3 EDITORIAL P. 6
● ●
KICK START SPRING P. 5 SPRING FASHION SHOW P. 12
E xpress OMINECA
Publications Mail Contract # 40007840
$1.30 Inc. GST Vol. 37 No. 2
Serving Vanderhoof ● Fort Fraser ● Fraser Lake & Area www.ominecaexpress.com
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
McLeod’s Pinocchio opening night Sam Redding Omineca Express W.L. McLeod Elementary opened their production of My Son Pinocchio on Thursday, Mar. 6 to a full audience
in the gymnasium. The theatre production was directed and produced by school principal Libby Hart and the colourful and ingenious costumes were designed by Michelle Racher and Maria Bach. There were eight musical numbers in the play and over
50 children from grades one to seven took part in the singing and dancing and sometimes chaotic mix of both. Some of the big parts were Gepetto, played by Kostas Bach; Pinocchio as played by Isabelle Turgeon; Andie Zwick as the Blue Fairy; and Keenan Thwaites as Stromboli, the marionette manipulator.
Collared moose on the loose Sam Redding Omineca Express The provincial government has undertaken a five year project to send biologists out to capture and collar moose cows and study why their numbers are decreasing. The moose numbers are declining in central British Columbia which is a cause of concern for First Nations and licensed hunters alike as moose are primary big game sustenance. There are eight different study areas, one
of which is located south of Vanderhoof. Five moose from the local area have already been captured and 135 have been collared in total. The moose are brought down by dart from a helicopter and then measurements are made as well as every kind of sample that can be taken from an animal. Then a radio collar is attached and the moose is tracked for the next five years in order to determine causes of death. The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resources has a few guesses as to why
the growth rate of the moose population is being reduced but it will take three more years before the study is finished and any conclusions released. Right now they believe that mountain pine beetle growth and salvage logging have made it easier for hunters and predators to kill moose but it could be a combination of disease, parasites and nutrition as well. The eight study areas differ in the amount of pine beetle and associated salvage logging in order to determine the extent to which those are factors in the decline.
We catch only in winter, so after March 31 this year no more capture can occur until December 2014,” said biologist Doug Heard via email. “We hope hunters will not see the black collars and shoot them as they otherwise would, then we can measure hunter kill rates.” The ministry only asks that hunters phone in and report the kill, it is not illegal to harvest a collared moose. They ask that hunters phone in before eating since the meat may not be edible due to the immobilization drugs used for capture.
ng
ri Sp
All Pre owned vehicles are reduced! All New Trucks get $1000 of Ford accessories with the built Ford Tough Program!
TOLL FREE: 1-888-449-4029 - 250-567-4781 1473 HWY 16 EAST
www.westlineford.com DL # 30423
A2 www.ominecaexpress.com
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
Home Builders
Home improvement glossary Understanding the terminology used in the home improvement and construction industries can help homeowners be better informed and involved in projects around their homes. The following are some common industry terms. Aggregate: Crushed rock used in many asphalt applications. Ampacity: The amount of current a wire can safely carry. Asbestos: fibrous material that was once used widely in building materials but is linked to cancers of the lung and lung cavity. Backfill: or gravel used to fill in against a foundation. Beam: Horizontal framing member designed to carry a load from joists or a roof. Butt joint: Lumber pieces joined at the ends. Casement window: window with hinges on one of the vertical sides making it swing open like a door. Caulking: Flexible material used to seal a gap between two surfaces. Code: Rules set forth by a government institution to determine fair and safe trade practices. Curing: A process that brings paint or masonry materials to their final, durable form. Drywall: wall finish made from gypsum plaster encased in a thin cardboard. Estimate: The anticipated cost of materials and labor for a project. Fixed price contract: contract with a set price for the work. Flashing: Sheet metal or roll roofing pieces fit to the joint of any roof intersection or projection. Footing: Widened ground base of a foundation to support foundations or piers. Framing: The structural wooden elements of most homes. GFI: A ground fault current interrupter, which is an electrical device used to prevent injury from contact with electrical appliances. Jamb: The exposed upright part on each side of a window frame or door frame. Level: A tool to check for level or plumb surfaces. Permit: A legal authorization to begin a work project. Pitch: The slope of incline on a roof. Rebar: Steel rods that are imbedded in concrete for stability. Shim: tapered piece of wood used to level and secure a structure. Stud: Vertical parts of framing placed 16 or 24 inches apart. Watt: measure of the electrical requirement of an appliance.
PLAN NUMBER 2-3-751 GABLES MAKE A HOUSE A HOME Gables make a house a home, and this attractive two-storey, three-bedroom structure is no exception. A covered entry, handy in poor weather, leads into the foyer. To the left is the den, ideally placed for a home office, and just ahead is the U-shaped staircase to the upper floor. To the right and ahead is the coat closet. Upstairs, a vaulted ceiling stretches from the great room ‒ cozy in the cooler months, thanks to a gas fireplace ‒ to the open-plan dining room and kitchen. Natural light will be plentiful in the dining area, thanks to a window overlooking the side garden. The kitchen features a U-shaped counter configuration that will save steps for a busy cook, as well as a pantry and phone desk, which flank the fridge. A three-seat eating bar separates this room from the dining area. In the sleeping wing, the master suite includes an en-suite with double basins, a soaker tub and a shower stall, as well as a roomy walk-in closet. The secondary bedrooms share a three-piece bathroom, and each boasts its own walk-in closet. These rooms are well-separated for noise by the stairwell, which features a skylight above. The second bedroom overlooks the front garden and enjoys an extra-wide window sill, perfect for lounging with a book. Downstairs, on the ground floor, two more bedrooms have been planned, together with a future secondary suite. The double garage enjoys access to the side garden, as well as to the foyer. On the outside, this home is clad in horizontal siding, with a bay window – complete with window box – in one of the gables. Decorative woodwork and wood shingles ornament the gables, and brick-based pilasters flank the garage’s barn-style doorway. The side entrance to the future secondary suite is protected by a small roof with curved braces. This home measures 39 feet wide and 40 feet deep, for a total of 1,399 square feet on the upper floor. All ceilings on the second floor rise to nine feet, unless otherwise specified. Plans for design 2-3-751 are available for $595 (set of 5), $680(set of 8) and $748 for a super set of 10. Also add $30.00 for Priority charges within B.C. or $55.00 outside of B.C. Please add 12% H.S.T., 13% H.S.T. Or 5% G.S.T (where applicable) to both the plan price and Priority charges. Our NEW 46TH Edition of the Home Plan Catalogue containing over 300 plans is available for $13.50 (includes taxes, postage and handling). Make all cheque and money orders payable to “Jenish House Design Ltd.” and mail to: JENISH HOUSE DESIGN LTD. c/o The Omineca Express #203- 151 Commercial Drive Kelowna, BC V1X 7W2 OR SEE OUR WEB PAGE ORDER FORM ON: www.jenish.com AND E-MAIL YOUR ORDER TO: homeplans@jenish.com
SCRUBBY’S INSULATING
If at firs Calypso
If don’t at first you d If at first you Calypso, Calypso,
Rumba Rumba again. Calypso Orange 2015-30
MAIN FLOOR PLAN
Caly 201
1399 SQ. FT (130.0 M²) 9’-0” CEILING HEIGHT
WIDTH - 39’ - 0” (11.9M) DEPTH - 40’ - 0” (12.2M)
PLAN NO. 2-3-751 TOTAL 1399 SQ.FT. (130.0M²)
BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN
Rumba Orange 2014-20
Rumba Rumba If you are planning on building new or just fixing up the old place Rumba again.Rumba again. please stop in at Vanderhoof Co-op Home Centre and discuss your BASEMENT ENTRY
Rumba Orange
Blown Attic Insulation - Fibreglass
2014-20our friendly professional Rumba options with staff.Orange 2014-20
We have a full selection of products to choose from including
FREE
hardware, building materials, doors, windows, cabinets, flooring and
E STIMATES! or a do-it-yourWhether you’re a ew contractor much much more. Check us out for all your requirements. & Upgrade General Building selfer, we’re hereNto Inst help with low prices, allations Construction & Concrete Work quality materials and free advice. You don’t always fall in love with the first
KEN ISAAC
shade you see. So go ahead, sample the
night away. Just remember, no other paint . Ph: 250-567-4946 . Fx: 250-567-4996 . Cell: 250-567-7906 You don’t always fall in love with the first
Or Salsa.
can match our deep, rich, enduring colour shade you see. So go ahead, sample the You don’t alwaysquality. fall in love with the first night away. Just remember, no other paint and superior So when you find the shade you see. So go ahead, sample the can match our deep, rich, enduring colour perfect Benjamin Moore® colour, get it from Salsa night away. Just remember, no other paint and superior quality. So when you find the 2009-20 Benjamin Moore. Otherwise your walls will can match our deep, rich, enduring colour perfect Benjamin Moore® colour, get it from of step. andtotally superiorout quality. So when you find the Benjamin Moore. Otherwise your walls be will be totally out of step. perfect Benjamin Moore® colour, get it from
Or S
Or Salsa. Salsa 2009-20
Benjamin Moore. Otherwise your walls will be totally out of step.
VANDERHOOF YOUR LOCAL BUILDING SUPPLY EXPERTS!
Or Fire Dance. Vanderhoof and Districts Co-op Dance Or Fire Dance. Fire 2171-20 Home & Agro Centre Fire Dance 2171-20 250-567-4464 or 250-567-4451
Or Fire Dance. Fire Dance 2171-20
Buy 2 colour samples, get one free and $5 off
Whether you’re a contractor or premium a your next interior paint purchase.* Buy 2colour colour samples, get one free and do-it-yourselfer, we’re here to help with Buy 2 samples, get one free and $5 off your next premium interior paint purchase.* Store Name your next premium interior paint purchase.* reasonable prices, quality materials Address 000-000-0000 and free advice. Store Name Store Name website s r
r
Address Address 000-000-0000 000-000-0000 website
* Offer valid March 1 - April 30, 2014 at store listed above. See store for offer details. When you mention this ad at time of colour sample purchase, dealer will provide $5 off coupon for your future purchase. Some restrictions apply. Colour accuracy is ensured only when tinted in quality Benjamin Moore® paints. Colour representations may differ slightly from actual paint. © 2014 Benjamin Moore & Co., Limited. Benjamin Moore, Green Promise and the triangle “M” symbol are registered trademarks; and Colour Selection Simplified and For everything that matters are trademarks of Benjamin Moore & Co., Limited.
website
TM
1169 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
250-567-9161 889 Highway 16 West Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0
2424 Burrard Ave. Vanderhoof
Colour representations may differ slightly from actual paint. © 2014 Benjamin Moore & Co., Limited. Benjamin Moore, Green Promise an symbol are registered trademarks; and Colour Selection Simplified and For everything that matters are trademarks of Benjamin Moore &
250-567-2626
Phone: 250-567-6880 www.m4enterprises.ca
Site/Driveway Preparation l Underground Services l Aggregate Supply and Placement l Landscaping l Excavation of Foundations and Basements l
Teka Home Decor
* Offer valid March 1 - April 30, 2014 at store listed above. See store for offer details. When you mention this ad at time of colour sample purchase, dealer will providevalid $5 offMarch coupon1for your future purchase. Somelisted restrictions apply. Colour accuracy is ensured onlyWhen when tinted in quality Benjamin * Offer - April 30, 2014 at store above. See store for offer details. you mention this ad Moore® at timepaints. of colour sample pu Colour representations may differ slightly from actual paint. © 2014 Benjamin Moore & Co., Limited. Benjamin Moore, Green Promise and the triangle “M” provide $5 off coupon for your future purchase. Some restrictions apply. Colour accuracy is ensured only when tinted in quality Benjam symbol are registered trademarks; and Colour Selection Simplified and For everything that matters are trademarks of Benjamin Moore & Co., Limited.
• Full service plumbing • Gas fitting • Water treatments • Hot water tanks/installation • Bathroom/laundry/kitchen renovation or relocation • Drain cleaning • Plumbing supplies and more Ph:
250•570•2125
Licensed, Bonded & Insured -- www.easthillplumbing.com
We accept
Omineca Express Wednesday, March 12, 2014
INSIDE NEWS
Express
the
INDEX Editorial......................... 6
Nechako Notes ........... 16 Classifieds ............. 17-19
FLYERS Staples
BRIEFLY Free film screening Later this month, the Nechako Waste Reduction Initiative will be hosting the last of three environmental film screenings. They invite you to a free film screening of “Trashed”. This multiple award-winning and eye-opening film answers the question: What happens to all of that trash that we throw away? This free film will be shown on Wednesday, March 19, 6:30 - 8:30PM at the Vanderhoof Public Library.
Prairiedale History Myrna Bailey is hoping to put together a booklet on Prairiedale School going back to when the first school was on Prairiedale Road 1924-2014. 90 years is a long time, and there are people out there who think this is quite important. There must be people out there that you know, or grandparents, maybe even some great grandparents (as we have 5 generations in the school.) What I need is just short stories. Maybe about the hockey team, sports day or whatever. The more information we get, the nicer the book. We’re calling on teachers, parents, students, secretaries; - whoever had involvement in the school. Pictures are worth gold. Not really class pictures as the school has them all, but maybe sports days, concerts, etc. Myrna can be reached at jmbailey@ hwy16.com 250-5679916 or contact Louise at the school.
NEWS
www.ominecaexpress.com A3
RCMP report, warning for drivers Sam Redding Omineca Express The Vanderhoof RCMP detachment had 68 calls for service and 10 prisoners in the last week. They had seven persons offenses, which include assaults, and 14 collisions and traffic offenses, nine property offenses and one drug offense. All others were filed under other criminal offenses and assists.
On Friday, Feb. 28 there was a two vehicle collision on Carmen Hill road and one driver was sent to the hospital in critical condition. The driver of a car narrowly avoided a head-on collision with low-bed tractor trailer and merely side-swiped it instead. The three occupants of the car including the driver were taken to the hospital after the crash occurred around 10:25 a.m., everyone was released later that day.
Bad forestry bridges
The RCMP believe road conditions were a factor in the accident but they are continuing to investigate further. Acting Sergeant Wade Harvey at the Vanderhoof RCMP would like to warn the public that with the changing weather road conditions are worsening. “Having the temperature around the 0 degree mark makes it more dangerous,” he said.
Art Show
Investigation finds unsafe bridges on forestry roads An investigation by the Forest Practices Board of 216 bridges on forestry roads across the province has resulted in some unsettling findings. The investigation looked at 216 bridges over three years and not only found non-compliance with legislation but also over two dozen bridges which may not be safe for industrial use. The bridges were from the Chilliwack, Vanderhoof, Rocky Mountain, Okanagan Shuswap and Cariboo Chilcotin districts and the study looked specifically at bridges constructed since January 2010. A full 19 bridges were deemed unsafe, another 13 were questionable. The release said 40 per cent of the bridges did not have complete plans and for 74 bridges, the required signoff to show the bridge was designed and built correctly was never completed.
“The board was concerned with the growing number of instances of unsafe bridges showing up in recent audits, and so we did this investigation to find out the extent of the problem,” said Tim Ryan, board chair. “What we found is highly disturbing, given the emphasis government and industry have placed on safety in recent years.” The problem lies not with the legislation, said the release, but with some professionals in the industry not meeting expected standards. “We are recommending that the professional associations that govern foresters and engineers take action to improve performance by their members, said Ryan. “We also suggest that licensees ensure their bridges are safe and government compliance and enforcement staff increase their attention to bridge safety.”
The Vanderhoof arts program held an art show at the Burrard Market. There was a presentation and workshop after everyone had a look at the original pieces.
Increase in funding for the North Bill Phillips Prince George Free Press The economic development pie available in the North got a little larger last week. Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) has increased its annual grant allowance, and upped funding limits for projects in the North. “We’re pretty excited,” said Janine North, NDIT Chief Executive Officer. “It speaks to the vibrancy of the North.” Last month, the trust’s board of directors unanimously supported a decision to increase the annual grant allocation to seven per cent from five per cent meaning that a total of $11.4 million in grants will be available to local governments, First Nations and non-profits throughout the region in 2014. “We’d love to hit about $11 million,” North said. She added that the trust, established in 2005 with the sale of BC Rail, can afford to increase the grant
amount, without more projects to tapping into its come forward. original fund, “We’re looking because its infor groups to take vestments have advantage of the been doing very funding,” she said. well. She said NDIT has althe return last ready approved year was 13.1 nearly $2.5 milper cent and over lion in new funding the past eight in 2014. It has 13 years the return funding programs has been about that cover every7.5 per cent. thing from grants “The board to help businesses is feeling pretty with such things good,” she said, as getting into the adding the monNorth’s supply ey doesn’t do any chain, human reone any good sitsources, marketing, Janine North, NDIT Chief ting in the bank. and business faExecutive Officer The mandate of çade improvements. NDIT has always NDIT has helped been to help economic development with airport improvements throughprojects in the North. out the North and has a paid intern Last year the board approved al- program that focuses on getting most every project that came to the UNBC graduates into the workforce trust and the North is hoping for in the North.
In addition to the increase in annual grant funding, the board of directors also approved several funding program changes in February that will mean that yet more dollars will be available to communities in 2014: Annual funding to local governments from the Economic Development Capacity Building program has been increased to $50,000 from $35,000; annual funding to local governments and First Nations to support locally based grant writers has been increased to $8,000 from $7,500; and the percentage of community hall and recreation facility projects the Trust will fund has been increased to 50 per cent from 33 per cent to a limit of $30,000. As for the economy of the area, North says there are some trouble spots, but generally things are moving. “I remain concerned about the Robson Valley, West Chilcotin and the Hazeltons,” North said. “But the rest of the area is scrambling just to keep up.”
A4 www.ominecaexpress.com
Express
NEWS
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
Mill fire families demand justice Tom Fletcher Black Press Survivors and relatives of those killed in a pair of sawmill explosions in northern B.C. came to the B.C. legislature Thursday to back calls for an independent inquiry into the disasters and how they were investigated. Among the visitors was Maureen Luggi, a former chief of the Lake Babine First Nation, and her son Robert Luggi Jr. Her husband Robert and her second cousin Carl Charlie were both killed in the explosion in January 2012 at the Babine Forest Products sawmill in Burns Lake. Both Maureen Luggi and Dirk Weissbach, who was also working on that evening shift and was one of 20 workers injured, questioned why the mill continued to operate as the temperature fell to below -40. Water lines were frozen and vent fans used to clear dust from the dry wood were turned off to keep heat in the building. Maureen Luggi said she has reviewed the WorkSafeBC report, the Crown prosecutor decision not to lay criminal charges and a follow-up report by John Dyble, Premier Christy Clark’s deputy minister, which looked at problems with evidence gathering by WorkSafeBC investigators. “Our families will never be the same,” she said. “I would like justice, I want trans-
“Our families will never be the same,” she said. “I would like justice...”
Maureen Luggi
parency, I want accountability. All of this evidence that the Crown looked at, I want to know what’s in it.” With family members in the public gallery, Clark took questions from NDP leader Adrian Dix in the legislature. “My view is that in order to make sure this never happens again, we need to get on with fixing the problems that exist at WorkSafeBC,” Clark said. “We need to do it now.” Dix told the legislature that two years after the fatal explosions in Burns Lake and at Lakeland Mills in Prince George, 42 per cent of mills inspected have continued to show non-compliance with dust control measures. A coroner’s inquest is scheduled for this fall into the Burns Lake incident. Prosecutors have not yet decided on whether to lay charges in the Lakeland explosion, which also killed two workers and injured 22 more in April 2012.
Injured mill worker Dirk Weissbach and his wife Kathleen (left) and NDP leader Adrian Dix (right) listen as Maureen Luggi speaks to reporters about the death of her husband Robert at Babine Forest Products sawmill in Burns Lake in 2012. Tom FLETCHER/Black Press
Omineca Express Wednesday, March 12, 2014
www.ominecaexpress.com A5
t r a t g S n i r k p c i S K
Kick Start is a community driven initiative focused on creating an awareness of what Vanderhoof has to offer!
Vanderhoof has a variety of goods and services available from our local vendors and businesses.
Shop Local
When you do your shopping right here in Vanderhoof, you’ll do more than find great products. By supporting local businesses with your shopping dollars, you’re supporting our local economy as well, and that’s good for everyone. You can’t beat the convenience of shopping right here in town. Plus, you’ll enjoy the friendly, personalized service of merchants who truly appreciate your business. So this year check out the merchandise offerings right here at home – you’ll be glad you did!
The many benefits of buying locally Buying locally is a great way for consumers to find the products and services they’re looking for and help their local economy along the way. The small businesses in your community may be owned by your next door neighbor, who relies on his or her fellow townspeople to keep the business going strong. Buying locally is not only beneficial for local business owners, but buying locally benefits consumers and members of the community in a number of ways. * Buying locally creates jobs. The number of unemployed men and women has gradually declined in recent years, but those figures are still high in many communities. Buying locally creates jobs in your community, potentially creating a job for you or a friend or family member. * Buying locally helps the environment. Buying within your community reduces the amount of fuel you’re likely to use for a weekend shopping trip while also reducing pollution. In addition, many local store owners use local materials and ingredients, reducing the amount of fuel
consumed to get products into the store. * Buying locally creates a more closely knit community. Juggling a career and a family can make it hard for men and women to get to know their neighbors and other members of their community. Buying locally is an opportunity to strengthen that bond with your neighbors, creating a close knit community in which residents may feel safer and more comfortable. * Buying locally
is more convenient. Convenience is paramount to many consumers, and buying locally saves both time and money. Driving to a faraway mall or shopping center or paying costly online shipping fees is not nearly as quick or convenient as shopping within your community, where you can purchase and take home items on the same day without using a full tank of gas or paying for shipping. * Buying locally benefits your local
economy. A study found that of every $100 spent at local businesses, $68 remained in the local economy, while only $43 of every $100 spent at chain stores remained in the local economy. That’s a significant boost to your local economy, and all it requires is shopping at local retailers. The reasons for shopping locally are many. In addition to helping local business owners, consumers who shop locally are also helping themselves.
Shane’s Shop 3300 Sackner Road, Vanderhoof
250-567-6801
Cruise Roundtrip from
Vancouver to Alaska on the Celebrity Century
Sunday, August 10, 2014 Monday, August 11, 2014 Tuesday, August 12, 2014 Wednesday, August 13, 2014 Thursday, August 14, 2014 Friday, August 15, 2014 Saturday, August 16, 2014 Sunday, August 17, 2014
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA INSIDE PASSAGE (CRUISING) ICY STRAIT POINT, ALASKA HUBBARD GLACIER (CRUISING) JUNEAU, ALASKA KETCHIKAN, ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE (CRUISING) VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA
Including taxes
1057.00
$
FROM
per person
1-800-883-9433 or 250-567-5676
Fax: 250-567-2022 Email: marina@enstravel.ca -- 2420 Burrard, Vanderhoof
GRRRRREAT PET SUPPLY SAVINGS!
All Coats & Winter Boots
March 14th to 22nd
40% off
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
Electronic Engine Management Systems General Repairs Brakes Front ends Friendly, honest service for you and your vehicle We acept Visa, Mastercard and Interac
HOURS OF OPERATION Tues-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm -- Sat 9:00am-5:00pm
20% off
Everything Else Except Food
HOURS Monday - Thursday 9:30am - 5:00 pm Friday 10:00am - 6:00pm Saturday 10am - 4pm
250-567-4646
furbabies@live.ca Twitter: FB_Boutique 2421 Burrard Vanderhoof
A6 www.ominecaexpress.com
Express
OPINION
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
Write The Editor c/o Omineca Express, Box 1007, Vanderhoof, B.C. V0J 3A0 l Fax 250-567-2070 l newsroom@ominecaexpress.com
Farewell to Vanderhoof Sam Redding Omineca Express Well Vanderhoof it’s been a fun time writing for you all. I took on the job of editor and reporter here only in May 2013 but in that time I feel like I’ve come to know this small town, I should say district as everyone keeps pointing out to me that Vanderhoof is neither a town nor a village. Vanderhoof is a town that might lack a couple big city amenities but the people here do their utmost to replace those amenities with friendliness and an enthusiasm to get the job done anyway. I have found in my short time here that nearly everyone “wears two hats” in town. A shop owner might also be a volunteer at the hospital. A lumber yard worker might patrol the streets at night watching for crime. A teacher might also work a night shift, run a sports team or two and teach computer skills all in the same week. I grew up in a town similar in size to Vanderhoof, the experience of seeing someone you know every time you go out the door is a familiar one to me so it’s nice when those people are so friendly. I will admit it was a bit of a shock to move here and see a church on every street. The most churches per capita I was told. I was also told that this meant that the residents have been brought up with a good moral background. While that may be true, it does perhaps lead to a bit of isolationism. My only problem in Vanderhoof was something that may be impossible to fix, the inclusion factor I’ll call it. I’ve heard a few different people describe Vanderhoof as a welcoming town but maybe not an including town. There’s no easy solution to that. Just keep an open mind is all I ask. I try to do the same and give respect to everyone by default. From the time I’ve spent here I can see that Vanderhoof is clearly readying itself for an influx of everything from money to workers. The resource industry is about to explode in northwestern B.C. and Vanderhoof is prepared to reap the benefits. I hope that this little District, see I remembered, continues growing and prospering in the days to come and I wish everyone here the best. Thank you Vanderhoof for welcoming me and a big thank you to the staff at the Omineca Express for working so hard and giving me this opportunity.
The Omineca Express is published every Wednesday in Vanderhoof by Black Press Ltd. Publisher: Pam Berger advertising@ominecaexpress.com Editor: Sam Redding newsroom@ominecaexpress.com
Office: Anne Stevens office@ominecaexpress.com Creative Services: Julia Beal Wendy Haslam advertising@ominecaexpress.com
150 W. Columbia St. Box 1007 Vanderhoof, B.C. V0J 3A0
Subscriptions - (per year GST incl.) Local - $43.50 Seniors - $37.30 Outside Area - $60.15
Phone: 250-567-9258 Fax: 250-567-2070
Copyright Canada No. 22 Serial No. 132934
- B.C. Press Council
AUDIT
The Omineca Express is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a selfregulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Bring Madison home Letter to the editor, Madison Scott of Vanderhoof aged 20 has been missing since May 2011. She disappeared without trace and the RCMP believe that information is being withheld which would lead to her being found. It is to the people withholding this information that I am appealing. The Scott family are dealing with constant unrelenting, fear, heartache and worry that never lets go. Please find the courage and honesty to provide the
information to bring Maddy home. Speak with the others involved with you. Talk to loved ones about it. Do not keep it to yourself. To contact the RCMP in Vanderhoof 1-250567-2222. If you wish to remain anonymous phone Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477. A video regarding this case may be seen at www. madisonscott.ca Thank you M. Datoff Vanderhoof
Babine Forest Products inquest will be thorough: Coroner Chief coroner Lisa Lapointe has issued a public statement concerning the upcoming inquest into the mill explosion at Babine Forest Products sawmill in Burns Lake: “I want to address concerns recently reported in the media that significant and important questions about the Babine Forest Products sawmill explosion will remain unanswered in light of Criminal Justice Branch’s decision not to approve charges. “I want to assure the families of the two workers who died, the many others who were seriously injured and everyone who was impacted by the events of Jan. 20, 2012, that the Coroner’s Inquest ordered into the deaths of Mr. Luggi and Mr. Charlie will thoroughly review all aspects of this tragedy. In particular, the inquest will review policies, practices and responsibilities related to the mill
operation and worker safety, and will allow an opportunity for a full and frank review of the mill’s operation and of all of the events leading to the tragedy. “I am confident, in fact, that a Coroner’s Inquest is the best venue to address the many concerns and questions raised about how and why the explosion happened and what can be done to prevent a similar event in the future. A Coroner’s Inquest is an open, transparent, fact-finding hearing designed to thoroughly review all of the circumstances surrounding a death. Subpoenaed witnesses must testify and address all questions put to them. “The normal rules of evidence do not apply in order to ensure a full accounting of the facts. This is true public accountability. “The inquest jury has the opportunity to make recommendations not only to prevent future deaths under similar circumstances but
also indeed about any matter arising out of the inquest. As per the authorities of the Coroners Act, efforts will be made to ensure that all or part of the jury is composed of people familiar with the type of work the deceased were doing. “Given the profile of this tragedy and the fact that the issues to be reviewed are of significant provincial interest, I have decided to preside over this inquest. I plan to set a date and location very soon and hope it can be scheduled for this fall. “The Coroners Service recognizes how devastating the events of Jan. 20, 2012, have been to survivors, families, and indeed the whole community. I want to assure them that the inquest into the tragic deaths of Mr. Robert Luggi and Mr. Carl Charlie will give them answers to their many questions and will be focused on how to prevent a similar tragedy.”
Omineca Express Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Express
NEWS
www.ominecaexpress.com A7
Child psychologist offers advice to parents Sam Redding Omineca Express Dr. Nancy Doda, a child and developmental psychologist, was in Vanderhoof on Tuesday, Mar. 4 to offer friendly advice to parents. Doda is a parent herself and she has studied parenting and education and worked as a teacher. “I framed this talk about children with my own parenting wisdom at heart but also some educational wisdom that I have to share with you,” said Doda. Then she jumped right into a story about her children that showed how there are many different kinds of intelligence. Her son had trouble with reading but he was a great inventor and now he works as a designer. Doda was a great story teller that night, sharing many personal anecdotes and keeping the parents in the audience listening to her educational presentation. Doda’s biggest message was showing parents how to actively listen to their child which included lessons like never denying or ignoring a child’s feelings. “I think we always want to rescue our children soothe, salve or make it right, but sometimes we rescue them in ways that
are not healthy for their development,” said Dr. Doda. “The real message about active listening is that it doesn’t matter if it’s a big issue of concern and they’re really upset or if it’s a little issue. How we listen makes all the difference. When they approach the high school years, the pattern we establish with them is going to be very important because that’s when they start to shut down.” Many of her lessons were taken from child psychologist and educator Haim Ginott who wrote several books on parents and children with messages like how to talk so kids will listen and how to listen so kids will talk. If you listen to your child and don’t offer them advice or judgement but just listen and nod and say oh and hmm at the right times they will just keep talking and usually they will spill the whole story and solve the problem by themselves by the time they reach the end. After the child asks for advice or after the story is finished and the child is done talking, begin the advice-giving, problemsolving parental stuff. One helpful thing parents can do when their child is young and upset is to name the feeling for them. If they describe sad-
ness say ‘wow you sound really sad’ don’t say ‘how does that make you feel?’ say ‘that makes you feel frustrated I guess doesn’t it?’ That way your child in kindergarten might one day come to you and say ‘I am so frustrated’ and it keeps a line of communication open. One way to help your child open up would be to take them on a short trip in the car where all sorts of things will find their way to the open from your child’s mind. Some of the parents spoke up at the meeting and said that they thought “it’s easier to be a fixer, it’s not so easy to just listen.” Another piece of wisdom Doda told parents was to give children choices whenever it is reasonable and to nurture autonomy in them. Don’t let them choose what they get to drink if it’s a choice between milk and pop but maybe let them choose what colour of cup they want it in. Besides active listening, humour is also important. That and just spending time together with no advice or judgement in the equation at all will foster healthy communication relationships with your sons and daughters.
Highway of Tears documentary part of UNBC film festival The Highway of Tears documentary will be shown as part of the Travelling World Film Festival, at UNBC on March 15. The Carrier Sekani Tribal Council said in a Feb. 28 press release that they were pleased to announce the world premiere of the documentary film at the Human Rights Watch Film Festival, a festival that showcases human rights cases from around the world and is co-produced by Toronto International Film Festival and Human Rights Watch Canada. Highway of Tears debuted March 6 in Toronto. “We are very excited to be a part of the development of this documentary and I believe this will help in keeping the issue of missing and murdered women in the forefront with both levels of government and society as a whole,” said Tribal Chief Terry Teegee in the release. “We thank all the organizations that participated in this documentary, including the Carrier Sekani Family Services and the Prince George Native
Friendship Centre and, most of all, we thank director Matt Smiley and Finesse Films in producing this important film that touches many people along the Highway of Tears.” Smiley’s credits include a role in Kamataki which garnered worldwide acclaim, he’s also produced Rituals, Ash-
ton Kutcher’s web-series and David Guetta’s music video Metropolis. He produced and directed Highway of Tears this year. “We hope this film raises the profile of many missing and murdered women in Canada and around the world,” said Teegee. The Highway of
BC SPCA your first adoption option! This 10 month old Boxer/ Healer cross is our Pet of The Week! Introducing our shy boy, Cody, a sweet soul who is a little unsure of himself. Because of Codys fear, he will need to be introduced to new people and places slowly and gradually. In order to gain confidence in himself, Cody will need a calm, confident, patient human who will consistently practice basic obedience with him. Structure and routine will be important to Cody, along with lots of opportunity for physical activity and mental stimulation. Cody is an energetic, young dog who enjoys playing with equally “play-minded” dogs! Is Cody what you are looking for? Come down and meet him right away! If Cody sounds like the fellow for you please call the North Cariboo BC SPCA at 250.562.5511.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADOPT CODY OR NEED MORE INFO PLEASE CALL
250-562-5511
This ad is sponsored by
FUR BABIES PET BOUTIQUE Jodi Carlton
2421 Burrard Ave, Vanderhoof
250-567-4646
In part with Omineca Express
Tears 2014 documentary will be shown at UNBC’s Canfor
Theatre on Saturday, March 15. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Omineca Express has roll ends available for packing. Please call for information 250-567-9258
NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS The dates and locations of the Regular Board Meetings of the Board of Education of School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) for the months of March and April 2014 are as follows: March 17, 2014 School Board Office, Vanderhoof, BC April 14, 2014 School Board Office, Vanderhoof, BC These meetings will commence at 6:00 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend. Darlene Turner Secretary-Treasurer
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES) PRE-REGISTRATION FOR KINDERGARTEN, GRADE 1 AND/OR GENERAL REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS IMPACTED BY THE VANDERHOOF RECONFIGURATION Pre-registration for children who will be entering Kindergarten and Grade 1 in September 2014 or any students who have been impacted by the Vanderhoof reconfiguration will take place March 17-21, 2014 at the times listed below.
PRE-REGISTRATION FOR KINDERGARTEN FRENCH IMMERSION Pre-registration for children who will be entering French Immersion Kindergarten at W.L. McLeod Elementary School in September 2014 will take place on March 17-21, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Parents requiring information regarding French Immersion should contact Ms. Libby Hart, Principal of W.L. McLeod Elementary School, at (250) 567-2267. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Students entering Kindergarten in September 2014 must be five (5) years old by December 31, 2014. 2. Please bring the child(s) care card and birth certificate. COMMISSION SCOLAIRE NO. 91 (VALLEE DU NECHAKO LAKES) PRE-INSCRIPTION DE L’IMMERSION FRANÇAISE La pré-inscription pour l’entrée en classe maternelle (ou primaire) du programme d’immersion en français commencera le 17-21 mars, 2014, à l’école W.L. McLeod, pendant les heures de classes. (8h00 à 3h00)
NOTE: Students who will be entering Grade 1 in September 2014 and who are presently enrolled in Kindergarten need NOT register. VANDERHOOF W.L. McLeod Elementary English
PRE-REGISTRATION TIME 8:00 am to 3:30 pm
Ecole W.L. McLeod Elementary French Immersion
Mapes Elementary 8:45 am to 2:00 pm Evelyn Dickson Elementary 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Sinkutview Elementary *Due to the closure of Prairiedale Elementary, Sinkutview Elementary registration has been closed for the 2014-15 school year. FORT FRASER Fort Fraser Elementary
8:00 am to 2:45 pm
FRASER LAKE Mouse Mountain Elementary
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
FORT ST. JAMES David Hoy Elementary Sowchea Elementary
8:30 am to 2:30 pm 8:30 am to 2:30 pm
Pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez contacter: Ms. Libby Hart Directeur de l’école W.L. McLeod Téléphone: (250) 567-2267
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Kindergarten student must be five (5) years old by December 31, 2014. 2. Grade 1 students must be six (6) years old by December 31, 2014. 3. An adult must accompany each child. 4. Please bring the child(s) care card and birth certificate. We encourage that immunizations be up-to-date prior to starting school. Inquiries regarding immunization can be made by contacting the Health Unit at 250-567-6900.
NOTE: 1. La pré-inscription en maternelle (primaire 1) s’applique aux enfants qui auront 5 ans par le 31 décembre 2014. 2. La carte d’assurance - maladie et le certificate de naissance de l’enfant sont obligatoires pour l’inscription.
TO ASSIST US IN STAFFING FOR THIS COMING SEPTEMBER, IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU REGISTER YOUR CHILD FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR. IF YOU ARE UNSURE AS TO WHICH SCHOOL IS IN YOUR CATCHMENT AREA, PLEASE CONTACT THE NEAREST SCHOOL OR ADMINISTRATION OFFICE AT 250-567-2284.
A8 www.ominecaexpress.com
Express
NEWS
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
Technopure 250-699-6688
New website promotes life and careers at regional colleges in B.C. CNC is featured on a new website that promotes the advantages of working at regional colleges and living in communities outside of the Greater Vancouver area. The website features the Regional Colleges of BC and lets people know that “It’s good out here.” “The website lets people from across B.C. and Canada and the world really, know that if you’re interested in working in a rewarding career alongside great people in a close-knit community — ‘it’s good out here,” said Sandra Rossi, CNC Executive Director of Human Resources. “The website provides an opportunity for the Regional Colleges of BC to showcase the great work they do as well as what their communities are able to provide. We have seen greater interest in our College from individu-
als outside of our community in recent years and we would like to see more of that.” The website at www. itsgoodouthere.com features information about the communities, the lifestyles and the people as well as links to all of the employment opportunities at all of the campuses. The Regional Colleges of BC is a group of public post-secondary institutions spanning the regions outside of the Greater Vancouver area. The colleges cover 43 communities across B.C., from Vancouver Island and Haida Gwaii, bordering Yukon to the north, the Rocky Mountains to the east and everything in between. The employee recruitment brand and website is the first large project this group has collaborated on. The Regional Colleges of BC include: CNC
help us spread the word about great communities like Prince George and wonderful colleges like CNC and others.” Job opportunities include careers in teaching, administration, finance, health services, information technology, maintenance, trades and senior leadership.
Vanderhoof Campus. (Prince George, Burns Lake, Fort St. James, Mackenzie, Quesnel, Vanderhoof), College of The Rockies (Kootenay area), North Island College (Vancouver Island), Northern Lights College (Fort St. John, Dawson Creek), Northwest Community College (Prince Rupert, Terrace area), Okanagan College
Ferry to be upgraded for circle tours BC Ferries will upgrade the MV Nimpkish ferry to provide food, water, washrooms, seating and shelter for passengers on the summer run from Bella Bella to Bella Coola, to effort to retain traffic on the Discovery Coast circle tour. Transportation Minister Todd Stone said Thursday the ferry upgrade and schedule changes are being made to make up for discontinuing the Port Hardy-to-Bella Coola run as part of cuts to under-used ferry routes. Stone defended the decision to take the larger Queen of Chilliwack off its weekly summer run, replacing it with
the Nimpkish four times a week. Connection from northern Vancouver Island to Bella Bella will be done with the Northern Expedition or Northern Adventure, newer vessels that serve the longer Inside Passage route from Port Hardy to Prince Rupert. The combined sailings provide enough capacity to carry the 500 to 600 vehicles a year that were taking the Queen of Chilliwack, Stone said. At that usage, the former route lost more than $7 million a year, an amount that would double if the aging Queen of Chilliwack were replaced, he said.
IT’S TAX TIME AGAIN! NEED HELP! OPEN Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm
in some great communities and we just need to let people know about them,” Rossi said. “This website should really
❚ Demineralized ❚ Sales & Rentals
WATER COOLERS AVAILABLE Ideal for homes and businesses
Raising funds to support Jonathan Larsen and his family (son of Carl and Becki Larsen) as he undergoes bone marrow transfusions and chemotherapy in Vancouver www.support4jon.org
GRANT FUNDING The Integris Credit Union Community Foundation has invested over $580,000 in the communities of Vanderhoof, Fort St. James and Fraser Lake since its inception in 2002. These funds are used to meet a wide range of charitable needs and interests. Funding requests from local organizations and agencies to undertake beneficial community projects are now being accepted. To Apply: 1. Applications must be completed on prescribed forms 2. Applications must be submitted by 4pm on March 29, 2014
Funding guidelines and applications are available at the Vanderhoof and Fort St. James branches of Integris Credit Union. Or you can visit our website at:
16856 McDowell Rd Ph: 250-699-6558 Fax: 250-699-6590
Reasonable Rates
(Okanagan area) and Selkirk College (West Kootenay region). “There are some excellent careers available
Purified Drinking Water
www.integriscu.ca/icf LORRAINE’S BOOKKEEPING & TAX SERVICE
BIG NEwS! Starting March 1, 2014 to April 26, 2014, Lorraine’s Bookkeeping will also be open on Saturdays 9am - 2pm at the office located in “A Cut Beyond” in Fraser Lake. NOw ACCEPTING M/C, VISA & DEBIT CARD
Applications will be reviewed by April 30, 2014.
Omineca Express Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Express
COMMUNITY
Sinkut View Science Fair Left: Sidney and Trevor at their what happens to eggs when soaked in vinegar experiment. Middle: Aaliyah stands beside her and her partner Callie’s experiment on the pro-
tips &traps Tax credit may be available if dependent relative lives with you cess of molding. Right: Ethan and Sarah at their science project on the properties of peanut butter and other materials.
VEHICLE AUCTION
If, at any time in the tax year, you (either alone or with another person) maintained a dwelling where you and a dependent relative lived, you may be able to claim the Caregiver Amount tax credit. The dependent must have been 18 years of age or over, and dependent on you due to a mental or physical infirmity. This tax credit is reduced if the dependent’s income exceeds a certain level. The dependent must be your child or grandchild, or your or your spouse or common-law partner’s sibling, niece, nephew, aunt, or uncle. (For parent or grandparent see Federal Caregiver tax credit for seniors 65 or over that you are the caregiver for). They must have been a resident of Canada, and the tax credit is not available if they were just visiting you. Starting in 2012, the Family Caregiver Amount Tax Credit is added to the caregiver amount tax credit, for physically or mentally infirm dependents.
September 9 - 13
THURSDAY • 6:30PMSHARP SHARP! THURSDAYSEPTEMBER MARCH 2026TH• 6:30PM ALSO... SELLING 75-100 CARS, ON HAND 3-5TRUCKS, REPOS 10SPORT VEHICLES FROM ON HANDWILL WILLBEBEAPPROX APPROX 5BANK REPOS & 20&&VEHICLES FROM VANS UTILITY VEHICLES FROM MAJOR FLEET, VEHICLE MANAGEMENT LEASE, DEALER, PRIVATE & FINANCIAL ALSO...Selling Cars,Cars, Trucks, VansVans and INSTITUTIONS. SUVs from ALSO... Selling 75-100 Trucks, & SUVs from Major Major Fleet Fleet Lease, Lease, Dealer Dealer && Private Private Financial Financial Institutions Institutions
YOUHAVE HAVEAAVEHICLE VEHICLEFOR FORTHIS THISAUCTION, AUCTION ITIT MUST MUST BE BE ON ON THE THE GROUND GROUND BY IFIFYOU MONDAY, SEPTEMBER AT 5PM - SPACE PERMITTING MONDAY, MARCH 1723RD AT 5PM - SPACE PERMITTING - SEE- SEE YOUYOU SALESALE DAY!DAY!
DL 9069
www.ominecaexpress.com A9
Over 3500 BC 55+ Seniors expected to attend.
What’s happening in your region?
Get involved. We’ll show you how.
Central Interior Auctions Ltd. 4174 COWART RD. Prince George
(250) 562-5200 • FAX (250) 562-9616 CASH • INTERAC • BANK DRAFT TERMS OF SALE •• CERTIFIED CHEQUE • LETTERS OF CREDIT Website: www.ciauctions.bc.ca
Certified General Accountant Play With WithUs” Us” “Come Play
www.bcseniorsgames.org www.bcseniorsgames.org
204-688 Brunswick Street, Prince George, BC V2L 2C1 Phone 250-562-8477 • Fax: 250-562-8489 email: mcphail@mcphailcga.com • www.mcphailcga.com
RECRUITMENT
Professionals Connecting Professionals
Looking for Crews?
Problem Solved! 1-855-678-7833
T:10.31”
A10 www.ominecaexpress.com
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
“i want my grandchildren to work here. i’m voting yes.”
T:14”
trish parsons, Kitimat
“With all the ups and downs over the years, it’s been tough for Kitimat. We need some stability. We need to know that everything’s going to be good for a long time, not just a year or two. The Northern Gateway project will bring that stability. I’m glad it’s going to bring jobs, but also training. Wouldn’t it be great if our kids could get more education here, rather than heading off to Vancouver or Calgary? For me, the best thing about living in Kitimat is that you can go hiking or fishing on your way home from work. It’s a special place to live. But without jobs and stability, I worry that my kids and grandkids won’t be able to live here with me. And that’s what I want more than anything. So I’m voting yes.”
on april 12, vote yes
yesforkitimat.ca
Omineca Express Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Express
NEWS
www.ominecaexpress.com A11
Pinocchio Left: Isabelle Turgeon, grade seven, as Pinocchio. She was in grade two when she was in her first McLeod production and has been in every one since. Right: Cooper Cursely, grade four, as Dante, school child, Pinocchio was Cursely’s second McLeod production.
(MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX
Politicians Race Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation John Rustad, MLA for Nechako Lakes, was once again back for the Politician’s Race in the Caledonia Classic Sled Dog Races. Rustad has been a regular participant in the annual races and this year brought along fellow Minister Naomi Yamamoto, who is Minister of State for Tourism and Small Business. Yamamoto is the MLA for North Vancouver, and was brave to face the frigid wind chill on the lake for the race, but raced well, even recovering from a fall at the start in which her dog team became tangled.
AND SAVE! Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers
(MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX AND SAVE! AND AND SAVE! SAVE! AND SAVE! Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers
Browse flyers from yourfavourite favourite national and local retailers Browse flyers from your national and local retailers Browse flyers from your favourite national and local retailers
We know you because we’ve been there too. Car insurance • Home insurance • Business insurance
Featured Retailers
FeaturedRetailers Retailers Featured
We live in the same town. We hit the same potholes, slide on the same ice and dodge the same wayward shopping carts. We know the roads you drive and the people you drive with, so we’ll make sure you’ll always be looked after.
Featured Retailers Featured Retailers
Visit Visit Visit flyers. coupons. deals. savings tips. flyers.coupons. coupons. deals. savings flyers. savingstips. tips.
Visit Visit
VANDERHOOF
179 W STEWART STREET | 250-567-2255
WFG_3133_5.8125x7_CarAd_JAN31_FINAL.indd 7
2/6/2014 11:40 AM
25 AIR MILES with any service in March flyers. savings tips. tips. flyers. coupons. coupons. deals. savings
OR
OR
100 Air Miles when you spend over $100 on any service in March
smphouston
WFGR-083-14N01E
100 AIR MILES when you spend over $100 on any service in March
25 Air Miles with any service in March
Sullivan Motors
HEADING/VERSION Car SIZE 5.8125” X 7” BLEED n/a DKT WFG-3133 DATE January 30, 2013
Hwy 16, Houston • Phone: 250-845-2244 • Toll Free: 1-800-665-3151 • www.sullivangm.com
PUB Vanderhoof Omnica Express
COLOR D5631
Sullivan Motor Products Ltd. Sullivan Motors
@smphouston
...Northwest’s Largest Volume Dealer for a Reason!!
A12 www.ominecaexpress.com
Express
COMMUNITY
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
Spring fashion
Spring is on its way and NVSS was host to another fashion show with a spring line of products from California Dreamin’. There was a silent auction too and all the proceeds are going towards the Vanderhoof Children’s Theatre and their trip. Many models young and old strutted the cat walk in the high school auditorium on Mar. 7. Below: There was a preview of the upcoming children’s theatre production of the Little Mermaid and the young singers were delighted to perform for their energetic audience.
2014 Prince George Toyota Spirit of the Rivers Loppet The weather and conditions couldn’t have been much better for Sundays 2014 Prince George Toyota Spirit of the Rivers Loppet at the Otway Nordic Center. At race time, under mostly clear skies, temperatures were slightly below zero firming the snow in anticipation of late morning temperatures around +4o C. 138 registrants, many skiing mainly for recreation and others for competition, lined up at 10:00 am. Winning times in the Free Technique race, assisted by the excellent conditions, were approximately 10-15% faster than last year. As was the case in 2013, determining the fastest overall skier in the 30 km race came down to the last few meters. This year the sprint duel was between last year’s fastest skier, David Zurevinski, of Vanderhoof’s Nechako Nordic Ski Club, and Andrew Casey (Caledonia Nordic Ski Club’s coach). In a photo finish Casey came through with a time of 1 hour 23 minutes and 57.4 seconds, the winner by 2/10ths of a second. Last year’s second place finisher,
Tony Fiala finished a mere 5.2 seconds behind Zurevinski. Fiala was the fastest skier at the Hallis Lake Loppet earlier this year. The fastest overall time was hotly contested as Mike Smith, Jacqui Benson (2010’s fastest), Kris Yip (2012’s fastest) placed 4th, 5th, and 6th respectively. The fastest overall women’s time was recorded by Jacqui Benson with a time of 1 hour 30 minutes and 40.9 seconds. As in 2013, Shar Balogh was second and Jacqui Pettersen third. Angela Wheeler, Erica Casey, and Wendy Fiala placed 4th, 5th, and 6th respectively. Tim Antill recorded the fastest overall Classic Technique 30 km time when he completed the course in 2 hours 16 minutes and 18 seconds. Last year’s fastest Classic Technique skier, Gord Horning, placed 2nd. Cheryl Moors had the 2014 fastest women’s Classic Technique 30 km time, completing the course in 2 hours 34 minutes and 9 seconds. Complete results are available at: http:// zone4.ca/results.asp?ID=6633&cat=all
Preparing your income tax return-stress-free! Income tax season is fast approaching, and you don’t know where to start? Many people find tax time stressful, but with a little preparation, it can be a cinch! Read on for some tips to make preparing your income tax return quicker and easier. Start early. This way, you’ll not only avoid penalties for late filing, but you’ll also be able to organize your finances to take advantage of potential tax benefits. Prepare the returns
of everyone in the family at the same time. Often, expenses that won’t benefit one member of the family can be transferred to another. Get organized. It’s much easier to prepare your tax return if you file the documents you’ll need in one place. Taxes in Canada are due on April 30 every year. If you’re preparing your own return, you can use the Canada Revenue Agency’s NETFILE program to submit it.
If you Currently Subscribe to You can NOW READ Full Page Views Including ALL ADVERTISING!!! “ON LINE” go online to ominecaexpress.com or call 250-567-9258 150 West Columbia, Vanderhoof
Omineca Express Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier
SPORTS
Caledonia Classic 2014
Sinkut View basketball
Minister of State for Tourism and Small Business Naomi Yamamoto races towards the finish line with her borrowed dog team during the Caledonia Classic Sled Dog Races on Stuart Lake in Fort St. James. Ruth Lloyd/Caledonia Courier
the politicians did a great job holding on to their borrowed sleds. The snowmobilers who helped with the race were also subject to extreme temperatures at high speeds, but generous volunteers from the Fort St. James Snowmobile Club came through once again to help make the event a success. Race results RESULTS: Stage Race Final Results First: Alix Crittenden Pearson 11 h 10 m 06 s Second: Normand Casavant 11 h 32 m 24 s Third: Sam Palfrey 11 h 55 m 36 s Fourth: Gerry Walker 13 h 01 m 10 s Fifth: Sandy Burke 13 h 02 m 38 s Sixth: Ann Douglas 13 h 37 m 27 s Seventh: Jillian Lawton 14 h 00 m 41 s Eight: Craig Rogerson 14 h 15 m 43 s Four Dog Final Results First: Ken Bernard 27:31.31 Second: Dana Luck 29:20.37 Third: Sean Houghton 29:40.98 Fourth: Cory Hommy 31:38.90 Fifth: Nancy Hall 34:46.28 Sixth: Shellie O’Brien 36:46.60 Seventh: Nicole Swan 37:44.55 Eighth: Sandra Ungr 38:53.65 Ninth: Lexi Joinson 42:07.83 10th Will Procter 44:05.92 11th Anna-Lena Zepernich 48:14.46 12th Karen Joseph 55:25.75
Six Dog Final Results First: Dana Luck 36:44.24 Second: Ken Bernard 37:26.19 Third: Cory Hommy 41:00.17 Fourth: Karine Grenier 43:23.11 Fifth: Robyn Devins 43:43.13 Sixth: Kelly Bouchard 48:19.03 Seventh: Craig Houghton 51:38.08 Eighth: Lisa Joinson 52:03.28 10 Dog Final Results First: Robert Peebles 63:40.77 Second: Ken Bernard 65:13.40 Third: Dana Luck 65:43.08 Fourth: Danny Savic
65:48.11 Fifth: Craig Houghton 69:29.49 Sixth: Terry Quesnel 77:24.37 Seventh: Jerry Joinson 85:36.68 Eighth: Joe Torok 94:47.08 Ninth: Ian Kitchen 100:16.09 75-mile overnight results First: Marcel Marin 7hrs 41min Second: Alexander Gotsand 9hrs 32min Third: Leah Gifford 10 hrs 30min Fourth: Robert Gifford 11hrs 24min Two teams decided their dogs were not up to making the full loop: Jeff Dinsdale and Jodi Verge.
Fort Fraser Petro Canada
OPEN 24 HOURS/7 DAYS A WEEK
HELP WANTED Cooks needed immediately. Call: 250-690-7542 or drop off resume @ Fort Fraser Petro Canada 528 Highway 16, Fort Fraser
250-690-7542 or 250-690-7548
Sinkut View played against Evelyn Dickson for the elementary level mixed basketball tournament on Feb. 28. It was all in good fun and many kids were just learning the rules and fundamentals of the game.
HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVE THERAPY BY MAGDALENA SAITO
Classic cold. It was a harsh wind blowing from the north on the first Saturday of this year’s Caledonia Classic Sled Dog races Mar. 1. But mushers and volunteers alike braved the wind to enjoy the sunshine and action on Stuart Lake at Cottonwood Park. It was the beginning of Winterfest as well, with a barbecue, fires, a sugar shack manned by hearty Integris Credit Union employees, snow sculpting done by Aaron Grant of Nanaimo and warm and cold beverages as a fundraiser for Music on the Mountain. There was also a public art project, by Fraser Lake painter Claire Singleton which many young artists contributed to by drawing dog teams, northern lights or other additions to a winter landscape of Stuart Lake viewed from Fort St. James. The racers had to brave the cold, but were lucky enough to have blue skies and great visibility, though the overnight at Whitefish Bay for the stage racers would have required good gear in -30 C temperatures. The teams left at 6 a.m. Saturday, instead of their usual 9 a.m. start, due to the cold and running low on firewood. Terry Houghton was one of the volunteers who manned the camp at Whitefish Bay, and had tents set up to protect the mushers, but it would still not have been for the faint of heart, though most mushers are used to these types of conditions. It was also a great turnout for the Politician’s Race, which included local MLA for Nechako Lakes, Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation John Rustad, Minister of State for Tourism and Small Business Naomi Yamamoto, MLA for Prince George-Mackenzie Mike Morris, Mackenzie Councillor Pat Crook, Fort St. James Mayor Rob Macdougall and Nak’azdli Councillor Wayne Sam. Sam won the race handily, and there were a few spills, but
Express
www.ominecaexpress.com A13
Wonder Wheat Why buy local: support your local economy, community, friends and neighbours, reduce your carbon footprint, protect the environment and build a stronger community. If you have any additional questions then call the producer, and if you also provide this service but are not listed in the Nechako Valley Food Directory give them a call at 1-866-279-9733. Did you know we have a local supplier for Wheat and other flours? Who knew.. here are the details… Wheat and Grains Don Kippan & Linda - 250-570-1557 facebook - central interior flour or e-mail Donkippan36@yahoo.ca ● Makes and supplies 12 different kinds of flour, all organic. They deal directly with the growers, and get a few specialty grains ordered in. Try them out for their selection of: Corn meal, spring wheat, hard red pastry flour, soft white pastry flour, rolled oats, quinoa flour, green peas flour, millet and chickpea. At the present you can buy yours at the Vanderhoof Farmers Market, in Prince George at “Home Sweet Home” in Quesnel at “Good For You”, in Fort St. James at the Sannich Marketplace, in Dunster, and even in William Lake at the “Cariboo Growers Co-Op” ● Or come See Linda at the farmers market for some fresh on the spot whole wheat pancakes, with local berries, waffles bannock Calling all local health and alternative or otherwise practitioners. Whether you run a home based business or offer some Holistic therapies, please get in touch with me as in a few weeks we are featuring local businesses that offer healthy, holistic or otherwise beneficial opportunities and services. If you know of anyone who provides a great health promoting service let them know to get in touch with me.
Magdalena Saito Holistic Health Practitioner
250-524-0333 -- www.HalcyonHolistic.com
Young Living Essential Oils Distributor & Reflexologist
A14 www.ominecaexpress.com
Express
NEWS
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
N.V.S.S. Honour Roll - Term 2 – 2013/14 PRINCIPAL’s HONOUR ROLL (4.00 GPA) GRADE 8 Kaden Abbott, Eran Bach, Kaylan Fehr, Amy Friesen, Kiara Lobelle, Kaitlin Montgomery, Brooklyn Pearson, Jillian Pearson, Mathieu Pyy, Nicholas Warkentin, Nadia Zwick GRADE 9 Megan Baher, Matthew Ebert, Jessica Hartwig, Rayea Johnson, Destiny Johnston, Jane Kanary, Kaelan Lobelle, Beth Mushumanski, Brittany Penner, Leah Pippy, Brooklyn Read, Sidney Thiessen, Owen Wiens, Reed Wiens GRADE 10 Jordan Andres, Sydney Andres, Annika Dauphinais, Abigale Delisle, Sahij Dhak, Alison Eggleton, Kent Fehr, Lane Hampson, Sara McBride, Samantha Pratt, Jessica Sewell, Eric Silver, Kelseigh Sommerville
GRADE 11 Samira Aebischer, Simon Bach, Alison Desmarais, Sarah Ebert, Nicole Egli, Gabrielle Fitzpatrick, Carrie Li, Katie Martins, Alexander Nemethy, Caleb Wale GRADE 12 Abigail Allred, Scott Bieganski, Jason Chu, Cleo Harper, Caryn Kindt, Blake Kingsley, Travis Kurucz, Brittney Martens, Laura McGregor, Teigan Miller-Gauthier, Randall O’Meara, Kristen Pelletier, Shelby Robinson, Rayna Thiessen, Ryan Van Dijk, Kortnie Vassallo, Tessa Weaver 1st CLASS HONOUR ROLL (3.5 – 3.99 GPA) GRADE 8 Samuel Albertson, Ryan Egli, Shae-Lynn Geernaert, Clayton Neufeld, Joanna Penner, Keira Schwartz, Faith Snow, Georgia Verduzco, Chelsey Ziler
GRADE 9 James deVos, Kaimi Giesbrecht, Nolan Gulbranson, Isabella Hampson, Joseph Hernandez, Bridian JamesSchneider, Emily Kerr, Mari Knox, Rylin Kusler, Calvin Li, Kimberly McGregor, Dylan Parent, Tahlea Perry, Bianca Pittman, Mya Rancier, Rachael Sholer, Daulton Swanson, Alyssa Wale, Amber Zielke GRADE 10 Bradley Bieganski, Cody Derksen, Lachlan Fantillo, Rebecca Federau, Kirsten Forsberg, Hannah Fraser, Chance Harper, Linus Jia, Paige Loewen, Erica McMullin, Shelby Park, Kiah Persson, Saba Rancier, Nicole Rodgers, Alaina Sommerville, Taryn Stephen, Catherine Stier, Graeme Thiessen, Luke Thompson, Taylor Vassallo, Taylor Westbrook, Norma Jean Wiebe GRADE 11
Melanie Bokvist, Tristal Buller, Emile Caron, Dakota Clapperton, Katie Friesen, Angela Harkins, Caleb Miles, Meghan Naka, Rebekah Stevens, Jordan Wall, Anika Wallace, Tawny Weinhardt, Meghan Ziler GRADE 12 Galen Bach, Jeremy Banham, Bailey Breault, Maraya Cooper, Kyle Dauphinais, Maddison Fantillo, Emily Fraser, Jade Ginter, Kirsten Hales, Mary-Kate Kennis, Savanna Kiff, Brianna Loewen, Colton Loewen, Raechel McCully, Shelby Oe, Cole Reid, Mayson Schumann, Nicholas Silver, Julia Steinebach, Alana Threlfall 2nd CLASS HONOUR ROLL (3.0 – 3.49 GPA) GRADE 8 Corbin Brown, Maddy Doiron, Rivey Faulconer, Hunter Floris,
Amanda Hiebert, Christian Kelemen, Sydney Kelly, Nikki Martins, Jesse Raphael, Sarah Sawatzky, Riley Sexton, Jocelyn Stevens, Madison Stier, Nicholas Teichroeb, Raymond Thomas, Hannah Turner, Nigel Watney, Emily Wiebe GRADE 9 Charlie Borek, Anthony Briltz, Seth Chapman, Emily Eggleton, Kelson Fines, Chloe Friesen, Joshua Friesen, Dylan Hansen-Martin, Jared Kenyon, Tykenn Kilpatrick, Ethan Lank, Anna Martens, Ewan Miles, Max Moritz, Jonathan Mueller, Griffin Rees, Chrissie Roberts, Chevy Turgeon, Quin Wall, Derek Williams GRADE 10 Sydney Askeland, Madysen Blattner, ShelbyDawn Bowler, Justin Everett, Keishja Fawcett, Kayla Freitas, Wyatt Giesbrecht, Paris James, Caleb Jensen, Mica Kells, Matteo
Koehmstedt, Angela Kulchar, Kylie Lupton, Danielle Marks, Olin Mazereeuw, Ryshel McKee, Dakota Moldowan, Tyra Morin, Darian Niblett, Jordan Ogier, Jessica Olin, Tate Page, Chloe Perry, Andrew Rode, Kaitlyn Verduzco, Gregory Weaver, Riley Wiens, Kris Williams GRADE 11 William Bjerkness, Christopher Byron, David Durham, Brittany Freitas, Tristen Giesbrecht, Emilee Hanson, Derek Harkins, Cassidy Johnson, Zack Kells,
Lane Mazereeuw, Britley McKee, Noah Miles, Jonah Mosher, Brivee Mueller, Allison Murray, Jason Yee GRADE 12 Troy Beattie, Olivia Brophy, Taylor Burg, Sammy Dick, Shayla Frank, Derek Hunsaker, Conor Iannone, McKay Jensen, Emily MacDonald, Hannah Marks, Kaylin Mathes, Meghan McNaughton, Alex Pratt, Sydney Siemens, Brennon Thwaites, Cierra Verduzco, Gilbert Vickers, Desiree Williams
Senior boys basketball The senior boys team had their zone tournament in February where Vanderhoof placed second. Jonathan Mueller and Dakota Clapperton were the first team all stars and Braedon Bray was on the second team all stars. DP Todd took first place, followed by Vanderhoof then Fort Nelson in third and Kelly Road in fourth. Vanderhoof will be the host in 2015 for the North Central AA Zones.
THE STUART NECHAKO ADVERTISER CAN BE PICKED UP AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS... VANDERHOOF
Omineca Express office Vanderhoof Co-op - Grocery Co-op Mall - Lobby Co-op Mall - Rear Entrance Vanderhoof Co-op C Store Extra Foods Vanderhoof Post Office Riverside Place Nechako View Senior’s Home Speedway Road Mapes CJ’s Trailer Court Loop Road Prairiedale Braeside Road Jones Road Sob Lake Road Redfern Drive Sinkut Frontage Road Kenny Dam & Lakes Road J&S Restaurant
ENDAKO
Endako Bar & Grill
CLUCULZ LAKE BROOKsiDE REsORt FRAsER LAKE
Par 3 Sports Fraser Lake Rexall Fraser Lake Building Supplies
ENGEN
Engen Road Giesbrecht Frontage Road
FORt FRAsER
Fort Fraser Petro Can
FORt st JAMEs
Lakeshore Realty Sana’aih Market Overwaitea Foods Fort Loonie Bin Fas Gas Plus Lakeside Pharmacy
Omineca Express Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Sudoku
www.ominecaexpress.com A15
The Fun Page Horoscopes
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 This week you need to be the follower instead of the leader, Aries. It may be difficult to go against your normal grain, but it is for the best. Keep an open mind.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Take a few days to get all of your affairs in order, Sagittarius. Use this time to adjust to some changes that have happened over the last several weeks.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Your confidence may wane sometime this week, Taurus, but some friends will boost your morale to help you get back on your feet. Saturday will be a big day.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Burning the candle at both ends again, Capricorn? This is not the best way to get things done. Take a more steady approach, and give yourself time to recover.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, certain things that have to get done this week are out of your realm of expertise. Do your best to tackle these projects but have a helper on hand just in case.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you can’t put your finger on it, but something positive seems to be on the horizon. The truth will reveal itself in the next few days.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you have a lot on your plate, but you don’t know where to start. Make a list of your tasks, and it will help you better tackle one thing at a time until you are all done.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, fight against the current for something you truly believe in. Unexpected events arise on Thursday.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, learn to laugh at yourself as a means to relieving stress. Things can’t always be serious, so ligthen up and take some time to relax. Work with Virgo this week.
MARCH 9 Matthew Gray Gubler, Actor (34)
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Give yourself a much-deserved break, Virgo. You’ve been working nonstop for the last several months, and now is a great time to take a vacation or enjoy a weekend getaway. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 You don’t have all of the answers, Libra, so don’t even think about saying you do. Relationship concerns are at the forefront of your mind lately. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, it might be hard to bite your tongue, but that’s just what you have to do this week. Wait until you are called on for help before you get involved.
Crosswords
CLUES ACROSS 1. Yearly tonnage (abbr.) 4. Licenses TV stations 7. Brain wave test 8. Rowing fulcrum peg 10. Arabian Gulf 12. 55121 MN 13. Trash & tin 14. Actress Farrow 16. Egg of a louse 17. Lesion 19. A Scottish cap 20. Poi vegetable 21. Illness from neurosis 25. Moving truck 26. Gallivant 27. Millisecond 29. Trigonometric function 30. Pinna 31. Loud noise 32. Small auto accidents 39. Thin wire nail 41. Many subconciousness 42. Rocket scientist Werner Von 43. Albanian currency 44. Sum up 45. Grapefruit & tangerine hybrid 46. SE Asia palm genus 48. Drew off fluid 49. Severe & cruel 50. Before 51. It never sleeps 52. Used to be United ___
MARCH 10 Carrie Underwood, Singer (31) MARCH 11 Alex Kingston, Actress (51) MARCH 12 Liza Minnelli, Actress (68) MARCH 13 Danny Masterson, Actor (38) MARCH 14 Grace Park, Actress (40) MARCH 15 Dee Snider, Musician (59)
CLUES DOWN 1. Saucer’s companion 2. Foot controls 3. Administrative unit 4. Residential mortgage authority 5. High quality French brandy 6. Gilbert O’Sullivan song 8. Steeped beverage 9. Prefix used in anatomy, biology 11. Nanosecond (abbr.) 14. Mayan language 15. Create mentally 18. Atomic #45 19. 2000 pounds 20. Oceanic rise or fall 22. Did to excess 23. Pouch or baglike structure
Regular Store Hours
2110 Ryley Ave., Vanderhoof 250-567-6000
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
24. Browning of the skin 27. A fitting reward (archaic) 28. Diego, Francisco or Anselmo 29. Cognate 31. Physicians 32. Duplicity 33. Doctor of Education 34. E. Canadian province 35. Beat thoroughly 36. $10 gold coins 37. Monarchs or dictators 38. Duke: “The Silver Fox” 39. Dull claptrap 40. Showed old movie 44. Express pleasure 47. Reciprocal of a sine
DRUGStore Pharmacy™ Hours
Monday
08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Monday
09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Tuesday
08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday
09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Wednesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday 09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Thursday
08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday
09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Friday
08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Friday
09:30 AM - 05:30 PM
Saturday
08:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
08:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
A very big thank you to all the Extra Foods customers who once again donated to the PC charity drive, these donations will stay local to make our children’s lives a little easier.
A16 www.ominecaexpress.com
Nechako Notes
Local speedskater
Coming eVenTS.... Will appear, as space is available, free of charge in this section. Coming events are available to non-profit organizations only. This area is not intended for thank you submissions or selling products. It is simply a place for non-profit organizations a place to announce upcoming free activities. You can e-mail your item to advertising@ominecaexpress.com or by fax (567-2070). Your organizations’ announcement can also be dropped off at our office located at 155 W. Columbia. Decision of the publisher is final. ***
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
PICTURE THIS....Your activity could be featured in “Picture This.” Snap a photo at your groups’ fundraiser. It could be anything from a car wash to cleaning up our streets. It could even include school activities. Basically people making a difference in our community. Send us your photo by e-mail (advertising@ominecaexpress.com) or drop it off at the Omineca Express (150 W. Columbia Street). Please provide a brief description accompanied with the photo. This week’s submission....
NEW EVENTS....
Speed skater Emily Prestmo speed skating at the B.C. winter games in Mission on Feb. 20-22.
VANDERHOOF’S FAITH
Church Directory For more information or to join Vanderhoof’s Faith Church Directory
Call Pam at 250-567-9258
The Gospel Chapel 448 Connaught Street
NECHAKO COMMUNITY CHURCH MENNONITE BRETHREN
11:00 a.m. Worship Service
1393 Highway 16 East (Across from P.J. Collision)
(Affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of Canada)
250-567-4960
For more information call
567-3107
Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 am Sunday School - 11:00 am
Our Mission Glorifying God by helping all people move closer to Jesus Christ one step at a time.
Watoto Children’s Choir Wed. March 12 @ 7:00pm
www.thegospelchapel.ca
Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship
The Church on the Corner “Giving you a Purpose to live for and People to live with” Worship Service: 11:00 am Sunday School: 9:45 am Small Groups meeting together regularly: We have a place for you to belong! For more information call
567-9198 263 Vanderview Drive For more information visit our website: www.vcfemc.com
The neChaKo WaSTe reduCTion iniTiaTiVe... invites you to a free film screening of “Trashed”. This multiple award-winning and eyeopening film answers the question: What happens to all of that trash that we throw away? This free film will be shown on Wednesday, March 19, 6:30 - 8:30PM at the Vanderhoof Public Library. *** Vanderhoof air CadeTS... - Tues 6:30-9:30 at the Gospel Chapel For more information call: 250-640-0218 or 250-570-7496 *** The neChaKo Valley feSTiVal of The performing arTS...has a new website. www.musicfestivalweb.com/nechako. Please visit the website for syllabus and registration information. You can view the syllabus online. If a paper copy is required, there is a limited number available at the Vanderhoof Public Library. Registration for the festival is online. The festival will take place from Apr. 12-25, 2014 with the festival concert happening on Apr. 27, 2014. *** VolunTeerS needed for ididalap4CanCer...For more information please contact Carrie Smith. Email: sue.hooper@hubinternational. com Next meeting March 11 7pm @ the Vanderhoof Fire Hall. *** adulT BadminTon...every Thursday at 8pm at NVSS gym. Bring your own racquet. Indoor runners required. For more info call Ann at 250-567-9908. *** STuarT neChaKo manor...looking for volunteers. Help needed with outings, Serving meals, entertainment and visits for the residents. Please contact Marnie at 250 567 6290 for more information. *** VolunTeerS needed....Would you like to become part of a team working together to improve the quality of life for stroke survivors? The Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery Group is looking for volunteers to join their team. Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery’s goal is to encourage stroke survivors to improve their lives through education, exercise, work groups, crafts, outings, etc. No special skills required; training and orientation are provided. Patience and caring understanding a necessity. Volunteers share responsibilities: assisting with activities, exercises, education, crafts, outings, fund raising. Time commitment: 3 hour meeting each Monday morning (excluding stat holidays), from September through mid-June. Please contact Penny (250) 567-3966 vanderhoofstrokerecovery@ gmail.com *** SeniorS ConneCTed... is looking for Seniors in need of Outreach & Transportation. We are also taking applications for Volunteers wanting to take part in the VSC Program. Vanderhoof Seniors Connected is a program dedicated to improving the quality of life for Seniors/Elders in our community through Companionship and Transportation Assistance. For more information contact DebraAnn Bishop at 250-567-0623 or email at vanderhoofseniors@hotmail.com
Students from W.L. Mcleod Elementary took to the streets of Vanderhoof, Wednesday Feb. 26 to show their support for Pink Shirt Day. *** Calling all SeniorS... come and join us for carpet bowling, pool or snooker - Monday and Thursday afternoons at the Friendship Centre. We also have cards or bingo on Wednesday evenings. Music nights are also popular and these are the last Friday night of the month. Come and have some fun! Everybody welcome young or golden agers. Call Oscar for more info: 250567-4582. *** al-anon...Has your life been affected by someone elses drinking? The AlAnon is for you! Meetings held on Mondays at 7pm in Community Room at Omineca Safe Home Society. For more information contact Gail at 567-4318. *** The norThSide Women’S inSTiTuTe...meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call Brenda, 250 567-9705. *** V’hoof hoSpiCe SoCieTy... Do you have a few hours a month to give? Are you sensitive to the special needs of those persons at the end stages of life? Want to be part of a great organization that makes a difference in our community, then we are looking for you. The V’hoof Hospice Society is a not-for profit charity looking for new volunteer members. Our Society has a desire to help others. We are sensitive to the special needs of the dying patient and their families. We do not have personal agendas or “missions” to our Hospice work. Our main fundraising come in the form of donations to our Tree of Life. We are looking for new members to continue this great service. For more info contact Debra-Ann at 250-567-0623 or email vanderhoofhospice@gmail.com *** The food BanK... is in serious need of food donations. Specifically the following is needed: “Chunky” soups and stews and canned milk. *** BadminTon aT fleSS gym... Every Thursday at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. come out and have some fun! *** The Vanderhoof CanCer SupporT group...meets the first Friday of every month @ noon at the The Reid. For more info call Karen @ 5674828. *** endaKo hall SoCieTy...meets every THIRD Wednesday of the month in the hall at 7:30pm. *** The yelloWhead drafT horSe aSSoCiaTion...is an organization for those interested in light and heavy horse driving. Monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month. For more info contact: Jon 250-567-8484. *** neChaKo QuilTerS guild... meets
the third Tuesday of the month 9:30 am (Sept. - May) at Nechako View Seniors Common Room. Fran Sheeley 5675254. *** The fraSer QuilTerS guild... meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am at the Fort Fraser Community Hall. Newcomers welcome. *** hoSpiCe Tree of life... is to honour the living as well as to remember and honour those who have passed on. For more info call Debbie @ 250-567-7956. *** The fraSer laKe CanCer SupporT group... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in the New Fraser Lake Restaurant. For further information call Judy at 250699-7763. *** Vanderhoof 899 air CadeT SQuadron...Cadets will meet every TUESDAY night – 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the 480 Connaught St. at the Gospel Chapel. Anyone age 12 to 18 interested in the Cadet Program is welcome to attend. Any adult interested in assisting in anyway, please contact the officers at the 480 Connaught St. at the Gospel Chapel Tuesday night. For more information call: Capt. John Callaghan 250-640-0218, Yvonne Melo - 250-6907496 Evenings. *** aa meeTing... Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. United Church Hall. 567-8087 or 5674588 *** fraSer laKe aa meeTingS... Tues & Thurs 8:00 p.m. at St. Wilfred’s Church just across from police station. *** ST. John hoSpiTal auXiliary SoCieTy... meets second Tuesday of the month (with the exception of July & August) at 7:00 p.m. in the hospital cafeteria. For further info contact Edna 567-9759 - New members welcome. *** Vanderhoof liBrary hourS Tuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday 10:00am to 5:00pm & 6:30pm to 8:30pm Thursday 10:00am to 5:00pm Friday 10:00 am to 6:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm *** fraSer laKe liBrary hourS Sunday & Monday Closed Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday & Thursday 3pm - 8pm Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 2pm *** nVSS BoTTle depoT hourS Open Mon, Tues, Friday 11am-5pm Saturday 10am-5 p.m.
Omineca Express Wednesday, Wednesday,March March 12, 12,2014 2014
www.ominecaexpress.com A17 A17 www.ominecaexpress.com
Your community. Your classifieds.
250.567.9258 fax 250.567-2070 email advertising@ominecaexpress.com
150 W Columbia Street, PO Box 1007 Vanderhoof, BC, V0J3A0
Phone:
250-567-9258
Fax:
250-567-2070
E-Mail: advertising@ ominecaexpress. com OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Friday 8:30am - 5:00 pm Omineca Express published every Wednesday Stuart/Nechako Advertiser published every Friday ADVERTISING DEADLINES Express -- Friday, 12-noon Advertiser -- Tuesday, 12-noon
TERMS & CONDITIONS Advertisements should be read on the first publication day. We are not responsible for errors appearing beyond the first insertion. NO CASH REFUNDS AGREEMENT: It is agreed by any display or classified advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event that errors occur in the publishing of any advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and there will be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. DISCRIMINATION LEGISLATION: Advertisers are reminded that provincial legislation forbids the publication of any advertisement which discriminated against any person because of race, religion, sex, colour, nationality, ancestry, place of origin, or age unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved. COPYRIGHT: Copyright and/or property rights subsist in all advertisements and in all other advertising material appearing in this edition of the Omineca Express. Permission to reproduce wholly or in any part and in any form whatsoever, particularly by a photographic or offset process in a publication, must be obtained in writing from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction will be subject to recourse in law.
Announcements
Employment
Employment
Employment
Information
Business Opportunities
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
Help Wanted
INFORMATION WANTED Regarding a vandalism and arson of a Feller-Buncher near the corner of the Finlay/Nation and Germansen Ldg Rd. on about Feb 20th of 2014, contact in confidence Bill at 250-561-1023 or email detec@shaw.ca ADVERTISE in the LARGEST OUTDOOR PUBLICATION IN BC The 2014-2016 BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis
The most effective way to reach an incredible number of BC Sportsmen & women. Two year edition- terrific presence for your business.
$1000 A week mailing brochures from home! Helping Home-Workers since 2001. No experience required. Start Immediately! Visit us online: www.mailingnetwork.net EUROPE, AUSTRALIA, or New Zealand: Live and work on a dairy, crop, beef, or sheep farm. AgriVenture invites applicants 18-30 for 4-12 month 2014 programs. Apply now! www.agriventure.com or call 1-888-598-4415 GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website www.tcvend.com HELP WANTED - Local people needed! Simple, flexible online work. FT/PT. Internet needed. Very easy. No experience required! Guaranteed income! No fees. Genuine! Start immediately. Visit online at: www.OnlineHelp4Cash.com
Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: fish@blackpress.ca
If YES, call or email for your
and protect your right to compensation. 778.588.7049 Toll Free: 1.888.988.7052 Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca
NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 5 March 2014
Visit website www.wateroffice.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time flow information for the Nechako River. Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812
Travel
ESTABLISHED LOGGING CONTRACTOR is looking for a bookkeeper with experience/ knowledge of Simply Accounting/ Sage 50. Competitive wage, extended health benefits available.
We’re on the net at www.bcclassified.com
Please mail resume to Box 1136 Vanderhoof V0J 3A0 Call Nancy for more info @ (250) 567-9402.
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
JOB POSTING VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE ASSISTANT
FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION
Total snowpack: 69.6%long term average
Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience. Apply at:www.sperryrail.com, careers & then choose the FastTRACK Application.
Career Opportunities EXPERIENCED legal assistants, p/t, f/t, various depts., resume & refs to Jodie@pearcetaylor.com
PUT YOUR experience to work - The job service for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Free for candidates. Register now online at: www.thirdquarter.ca or Call Toll-Free: 1-855-286-0306.
Career Opportunities
DURATION OF THE POSITION: April 29, 2014 to August 29, 2014 WAGE: $17.48 PER HOUR HOURS OF WORK: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM WITH OCCASIONAL WEEKENDS REQUIREMENTS: ■ ENROLLED IN PORT-SECONDARY EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR SEPTEMBER 2014 ■ PHYSICALLY CAPABLE TO PERFORM THE JOB DUTIES DUTIES: ■ PROVIDE TOURISM INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC ■ BROCHURE MANAGEMENT ■ ASSIST WITH EVENT PLANNING ■ ASSIST WITH THE CREATION OF PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 4, 2014 APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO: VILLAGE OF FRASER LAKE BOX 430 FRASER LAKE, B.C. V0J 1S0 PHONE: 250-699-6257 FAX: 250-699-6469 EMAIL: clinton.mauthe@fraserlake.ca
Timeshare CANCEL YOUR timeshare. NO risk program stop mortgage & maintenance payments today. 100% money back guarantee. Free consultation. Call us now. We can help! Call 1-888-356-5248.
Employment Automotive EXPERIENCED PARTS person required for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community online at www.Lac LaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Or by email to: hr@sapphireinc.net.
Business Opportunities UP TO $400 cash daily FT & PT outdoors, Spring/Summer work. Seeking honest, hard working staff. Visit online at: www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
Help Wanted
EMPLOYMENT
Village of Fraser Lake
Denied Long-Term Disability Benefits or Other Insurance?
Reservoir Elevation: 850.37 m (2789.95 ft.) SLS Discharge: 32.07 m3/s
DRIVERS WANTED
AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake • Guaranteed 40hr. Work Week & Overtime • Paid Travel & Lodging • Meal Allowance • 4 Weeks Vacation • Excellent Benefits Package
Help Wanted
Invest your future with one of the world’s largest lumber companies Castlegar Division - IMMEDIATE OPENING
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR International Forest Products Limited (Interfor) is a leading global supplier, with one of the most diverse lines of lumber products in the world. The company has operations across North America and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. For more information about Interfor, visit our website at www.interfor.com Castlegar is nestled in a spectacular natural setting between the magnimcent peaks of the Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges at the connuence of the mighty Columbia and Kootenay Rivers in British Columbia. Castlegar is hub-central for exploring life’s tickle trunk of outdoor activity in the West Kootenays. Camp, hike, shop, golf, msh, mountain bike, pursue arts and culture, or wildlife watch. Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the successful applicant will be primarily responsible for the maintenance of the mill equipment and the supervision of the maintenance crew, while ensuring a safe working environment. You will be a highly motivated team player, with strong communication and interpersonal skills and a proven track record on safety. The successful candidate must have recognized TQ/IP certimcation with a minimum 5 years of Mill maintenance experience. We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Vanderhoof and Districts Co-operative Association invites applications for the position of: CREDIT MANAGER Reporting to the Controller, this position is responsible to grant or deny new credit applications and to ensure any new approved accounts are setup and running. Collection of overdue accounts is another key component of this position including sending overdue letters, phone calls to accounts, referring to third party collection agencies and any legal collection activity required. The successful applicant must possess strong communication and organizational skills. Applicants should be self-reliant and goal orientated. The candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of e_perience in the credit collections Äeld. Vanderhoof and Districts Co-operative oɈers a competitive salary and a comprehensive beneÄt package. Vanderhoof and Districts Co-operative Association operates 15 cardlock locations (Terrace to the West, East to Valemount, North to Fort St. James and South to Quesnel), 4 bulk petroleum locations (Vanderhoof, Houston, Prince George and Quesnel) with 16 petroleum delivery units. Quesnel location also operates an Agro/C-Store along with a second C-Store located in Vanderhoof. In Vanderhoof the co-operative owns a 70,000 square foot shopping centre, and operates a food store, mini storage and home centre (new home centre under construction 2013/2014). The successful candidate must be a team player with eɈective communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work well under pressure and be able to meet deadlines. Please forward your resume by Monday, March 17, 2014 to: Human Resources Vanderhoof and Districts Co-operative Box 560 188 East Stewart Street Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Phone: 250-567-4414 Fax: 250-567-4355 Email: hrmgr@vhfcoop.com We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
FOR THE AFTERNOON CUP...
A18 A18 www.ominecaexpress.com www.ominecaexpress.com
Help Wanted
Wednesday, March12, 12,2014 2014Omineca OminecaExpress Express Wednesday, March
Help Wanted
Heavy Duty Mechanic As a Heavy Duty Mechanic, you will be responsible for the maintenance, overhauling, reconditioning and diagnosis of gas/diesel powered wheel loaders, forklifts, skidders, material handlers, dozers, pick-ups, manlifts, etc. The successful candidate must be familiar with systems such as: fuel, brakes, steering, suspension, tracks, undercarriage, hydraulics, transmission, emission control & exhaust, electrical, heating and air conditioning. Ideally you will possess journeyman status (Red Seal preferred) or be an indentured 3rd or 4th year apprentice. Please forward your resume by Monday, March 24 to: Anne Currie Human Resources Assistant Babine Forest Products Limited hrcanada@hamptonaffiliates.com Confidential fax 503-291-5591 Babine Forest Products, working jointly with First Nations, provides equal opportunity for employment including First Nation status privileges. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and the potential for career advancement. We wish to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Babine Forest Products Limited, Burns Lake BC
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Employment
Employment
Help Wanted
Trades, Technical
Cabinetry Employee Required in Armstrong. Min 10 years experience in cabinetry, painting & installation. Fax 250-546-9155
School Bus Drivers Required Immediately in the Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fraser Lake and Burns Lake areas
LICENSED PLUMBER/ GAS FITTER
Req. at Canuck Mechanical in Prince George Must have exp. doing service work & be proficient with trouble shooting heating systems & plumbing problems. Top wages & benefits Email resume to: canuckm@telus.net
Labourers
This is an excellent opportunity for a semi-retired person and/ or a “stay at home Mom or Dad” seeking part-time employment. Work early in the morning and afternoon with the midday off. When the kids are out of school, you are too. The starting wage is $24.24 per hour as per the current CUPE Collective Agreement. QUALIFICATIONS: ● Completion of Grade 12 (Dogwood Certificate) ● Valid Class II Driver’s License with Air Endorsement ● If you have a Class 5 – we will assist in acquiring your Class 2 ● Exemplary driving record as demonstrated by driver’s abstract ● Clean Criminal Record Check ● Excellent interpersonal skills with students in Grades K to 12 ● Physical capability to perform the job duties Resumés must be accompanied by a completed application form which is available on the website at http://www.sd91bc.ca/ or from the School District Administration 2f¿ce in Vanderhoof ± 1 Connaught St. Please email resumes to: cupejobs@sd91.bc.ca Human Resources School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) P.2. %ox 129 Vanderhoof, %C V - A )ax: (2 ) -4 9
We’re on the net at www.bcclassified.com
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
Services
Financial Services ANNACIS ISLAND Pawnbrokers open ‘till midnight 7 days a week. 604-540-1122. Cash loans for jewellery, computers, smartphones, games, tools etc. #104-1628 Fosters Way at Cliveden. annacisislandpawn brokers.com.
Trades, Technical ENSIGN IS looking for Assistant Drillers, Drillers, Night Tour Pushes, and Rig Managers for our Australian Division. Recruiter’s will be in Nisku, Alberta, March 31 - April 9 to conduct interviews. If you want to hear more about our International opportunities please contact our Global group and apply online at www.ensign jobs.com. Call 1-888-3674460. HIRING in Fort St John, BC. EXPERIENCED MILL ELECTRICIANS. Wage up to $50/hr. Housing & Benefits. Shift-7days on/ 7off. Email resume: tom@fsjelec.com or fax 250-630-2114 Ph: 250-2634350
DROWNING IN debt? Cut debts more than 60% & debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+ GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
Services
Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
Merchandise for Sale
Firearms WANTED: FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 website: www.dollars4guns.com.
Misc. for Sale 4 YEAR old Polled registered Hereford Bull. $2500. Ph: John at (250) 695-6548 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING sale. Big year end clear out continued! 20x20 $3,915. 25x28 $4,848. 30x32 $6,339. 32x34 $7,371. 40x50 $12,649. 47x68 $16,691. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca
VANDERHOOF AND AREA BUSINESS DIRECTORY
REAL ESTATE
Vanderhoof Real Estate 2416 Burrard, Vanderhoof
I bring to you a hometown edge for all your Real Estate needs.
EXCAVATING PRAIRIEDALE EXCAVATING Tandem dump truck, 4x4 Backhoe, gravel sales, general hauling, foundations, water & sewer lines and snow removal. FRANK TEICHROEB 3393 Sinkutview Rd, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A2 567-2029
PLUMBING
Serving Fort St. James and area since 1972 Pam Berger Publisher
PLUMBING/HEATING/GASFITTING SOLAR THERMAL
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADVERTISE HERE GIVE US A CALL: 250-567-9258
250-567-5888
ACCOUNTANTS Chartered Accountants
ADVERTISING
Schneider Services Ltd. 250-567-3010
Plumbing & Heating Rural Water & Sewer Systems Water Treatment & Filtration Systems INSTALLATION & REPAIRS
All jobs BIG or small, give us a call!
KENT HAWLEY Cell: 567-8530 Email: khawley@remax.net
Box 2033 Vanderhoof
PLUMBING
996-8482
Fax: 996-8451
Advertising: advertising@ominecaexpress.com News: newsroom@caledoniacourier.com Website: www.caledoniacourier.com
ADVERTISING
ADvertiser
Providing a Full Range of Business Services
Accounting Computers ● Financial Planning
HST Income Tax ● Payroll
●
●
●
●
KPMG Prince George #400 - 177 Victoria Street Prince George, BC, V2L 5R8 250-563-7151
ADVERTISING
STUART NECHAKO
Reaching Every Door
Serving Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser and Fraser Lake
Pam Berger Publisher 150 W. Columbia St Box 1007, Vanderhoof BC V0J 3A0
Tel: 250-567-9258 Fax: 250-567-2070 Email: advertising@ominecaexpress.com
Serving Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser and Fraser Lake
Pam Berger Publisher 150 W. Columbia St Tel: 250-567-9258 Box 1007, Vanderhoof Fax: 250-567-2070 BC V0J 3A0 Email: advertising@ominecaexpress.com
Omineca Express Wednesday, Wednesday,March March12, 12, 2014 2014
Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Misc. for Sale
Apt/Condo for Rent
STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
1 bedroom furnished or not, No pets, Quiet adult oriented No Drugs, No Loud Noise, No Parties long term rentals available immediately 567-2717
Real Estate
www.ominecaexpress.com A19 A19 www.ominecaexpress.com
Townhouses 3/bdrm townhouses in a family- friendly complex. Close to downtown, schools & park. $695/mth. 250-567-4430
Open Houses OPEN HOUSE MAR 9TH. 16748 85th Surrey, Gorgeous Fleetwood Home. 6 bedroom, 4 bath, 3,651 sq ft. Lot 6,069 sq ft. 18yrs old. A grand entrance with vaulted ceilings, and massive windows, Kitchen/family room are open concept. Family room shares a double fireplace with the den. Mountain view $649,999. For virtual tour: info@ barbraven.com Phone: 778-928-4524
Rentals
Transportation
Vehicle Wanted GOT Old Cars or Parts Laying Around? New, upcoming website to connect sellers and buyers. Want to know more? Email us a list of what you have and we will send you a fact sheet. drew@rustedfenders.com
Apt/Condo for Rent
Boats
ABOVE THE REST!
1989 SUN RUNNER boat. 21.5 feet, 125 aq Volvo inboard motor, Merc leg, excellent running condition. $7000 (250) 698-7533 leave a message we will call you back. Pictures available.
CANOE FOR SALE
Silvermill Apartments
in Burns Lake: 14’ red Clipper “Prospector” 52lb solo canoe with white gunnel covers: $700. Call Ted (250) 692-2372
Secure quiet apartments VACANCY
Legal
250-567-4208
Victoria Manor Large 2 Bdrm from
$725 - $755
Large 1 Bdrm from
$695 - $725
NO SMOKING - NO PETS * Balconies * Landscaped View * Cablevision Available
250-567-4048 or 250-567-9080 BURRARD APARTMENTS. Two bdrm suites. No pets 250-567-9128
Legal Notices Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Vanderhoof) Ltd. is compiling its HIRED EQUIPMENT LIST For the 2014/15 Season Persons or companies with equipment Such as Excavators, Trucks, Backhoes, Loaders, Graders, Rollers or Tractors, which are available for work and wish to be included on the list should contact the Main Office located @ 545 Spruce Street - Vanderhoof 567-3114. Registrations will be accepted up to April 30, 2014. Didier Brard, General Manager Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Vanderhoof) Ltd.
The eyes have it Fetch a Friend from the SPCA today! spca.bc.ca Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CA
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
Professionals Connecting Professionals
Great Employees Meet Great Employers www.localwork.ca
A20 www.ominecaexpress.com
FLESS Science Fair
Top left: Third place winners. Madison Louis, Dezra Louis, Landen Gensemeyer, Darius Gensemeyer, Travis Sacrey, Colton Hartman, Joey Shen, Rahjah Singh. Bottom left: Second place winners. Braeah Farrell, Miara F a r re l l , M a c k e n z i e Murray, Alysha Buchi, Cade Arnason, Bryden Fitzgerald, Nyck Stuart, Arianna Chmelyk. Top right: First place winners. Matthias Steiner, Kathleen Steiner, Lexa Sanders, Hailee Allen, Vaughn Semler, Alyssa Koenig. Bottom right: Honourable mentions. Sydne Douglas, Adrianna Hankins, Jessie Stanga. The first and second place winner will be heading to the District science fair in Burns Lake on March 12.
Express
NEWS
Wednesday, March 12, 2014 Omineca Express
CONGRATULATIONS!
120 athletes from the North West competed at the 2014 BC Winter Games bringing home 7 medals. Thank you to the coaches, officials, volunteers, and families who support these growing champions. See photos, videos and results at
BCGAMES.ORG
Photos by Trina Evans
Check out our
2014 Heavy Duty Trucks at
D5631
Sullivan Motor Products Ltd. Sullivan Motors
@smphouston
0
% FINANCING Give us a call for the details!
We have the best selection in western Canada!
Hwy 16, Houston • Phone: 250-845-2244 • Toll Free: 1-800-665-3151 • www.sullivangm.com
...Northwest’s Largest Volume Dealer for a Reason!!