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JUMP! Smithers Secondary School Grade 8 student Evan Doyle takes on a hurdle during the 110-metre race. He was one of dozens of athletes that competed at track and field zones over the weekend.

LOCAL FOOD DAY Smithers organizations teach kids about food.

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Downtown parking rules loosened

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The Town of Smithers is taking steps to attract and retain more retail business to the downtown core. At the regular council meeting on May 13, Councillor Phil Brienesse put forth a motion to reduce the parking requirement for retail uses in the C1 zone between Railway Ave. and Highway 16 from one space per 60 square metres of floor space to one space per 180 metres. The bylaw amendment was an effort to retain new business and

encourage redevelopment to keep Smithers’ downtown unique and vibrant, Brienesse said. Currently, building owners are required to provide one parking space per 60 square metres of gross floor area. They can either build the spots on site, provide parking on another property within a certain distance if they are granted a covenant by the property owner or they can pay the town $9,500 for each space. Any funds collected by the town are placed in a special reserve which is only used to develop parking lots. Brienesse said he has

heard time and again, this cost is another roadblock entrepreneurs face when considering whether to set up shop on Main Street. “Everybody recognizes there’s a problem,” Brienesse said. “Everyone is throwing in their two cents about what they think would be the way to go. The business community and the retailers are not expecting us to do nothing. They would like us to do something about the problem. “We just cannot let this sit any longer and keep saying, ‘well, yeah, we recognize this is a problem but we’re not smart enough to come up

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with a solution.’ That’s not good enough for our community.” After a lengthy discussion, council voted to amend the bylaw to reduce the parking requirement to allow one parking space per 100 square metres of floor space. Mayor Taylor Bachrach said he hopes the amendment will send a positive message to the community. “There’s a real desire in the community to do something to try to retain retail downtown,” Bachrach said. “I think it sends the signal that we’re going to make the costs quite a bit

less for people wishing to get into business.” Councillor Mark Bandstra put forward a separate motion, which passed, asking town staff to report on options for lessening the development requirements for parking lots in order to reduce the costs for business owners. That report will be discussed at an upcoming meeting. Council last went through the parking regulations in detail in 2008. They made 11 changes at that time, including moving from one space per 45 square metres to one space per 60 square metres.

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N EWS Roi TheaTRe Quick-thinking employee aids RCMP I

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Houston and Smithers RCMP teamed up capture a prolific offender after he was allegedly observed stealing a truck from a commercial business parking lot east of Houston. Ryan Laidlaw, 25, of Smithers was arrested and charged with Theft of a Motor Vehicle, Possession of Stolen Property, Breach of Recognizance and Driving While Suspended after an employee at the

business noticed a coworker’s truck driving away by a male who had been observed hitchhiking on Highway 16 moments before. The owner of the stolen pickup and a co-worker drove west on the highway to look for the truck while police coordinated a response from the neighbouring detachment in Smithers. As police responded, the vehicle owner called back to report that the truck had been located

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As police closed in, the suspect pulled off the highway into a residential area and fled from the stolen pickup on foot. With the assistance of witnesses and neighbours, police were able to locate the suspect hiding behind a fence where he was taken into custody without incident. Police later located a duffel bag, that had been dropped by the suspect, which contained his court documents arising from his release from

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Enbridge delegates visit Telkwa By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News

A packed house attended the Village of Telkwa council chambers last week to welcome Enbridge delegates for a presentation on the Northern Gateway pipeline. “We think the pipeline is something that the citizens of Telkwa and all of western Canada can be proud of,” Enbridge’s Donny Van Dyk said, during his initial address to council. The meeting was requested by the Village of Telkwa two years ago, after they raised six major concerns about an oil spill’s effect on their water supply. “During a meeting at council in June of 2012, we decided that our main responsibility was to ensure that this is in the best interests of our community and the biggest threat to our community concerns our water supply, because our intake comes from the Bulkley River. “So all of our questions were surrounding that,” councillor Rimas Zitkauskas said. Enbridge’s current route would see the pipeline cross the Morice river, which runs into the

The proposed route for the Northern Gateway pipeline, that would travel over Telkwa’s water supply.

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Bulkley. A study conducted by Enbridge found that it would take roughly 11 hours for a spill to reach the Telkwa water supply. Council’s issues centered on the cleanup time in the event of a spill, who would cover the costs and how clean water would be delivered to citizens, should the currently supply become contaminated. Without going into detail, delegates told council that, as part of the 209 conditions, Enbridge would be responsible for all cleanup costs and for ensuring delivery of clean drinking water. “The Joint Review Panel found that the pipeline was in the best interests of

Canadians and these conditions are an absolute requirement to operate, if the federal government approves the project,” Van Dyk said. However, the delegates failed to get into specifics and to address concerns over their past track record. “I have read the Kalamazoo report,” one citizen said, referring to an Enbridge spill in Michigan that leaked four million litres into the Kalamazoo River. “And I was really alarmed and frightened. “I assume you had a lot of conditions for that pipeline as well. Did you follow those conditions? Because obviously something

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went wrong there. Your track record is awful and I don’t think you should be allowed to operate a pipeline after that.” The lack of detail provided by the delegation and their canned responses, drew the ire of many in attendance. “I’m not saying if I am for it or against it,” another resident said. “But you aren’t showing how it’s going to be safe. You aren’t showing the technology that you’re using to make it safe.” The delegation wasn’t expecting to answer specific questions from citizens, as their purpose in attending the meeting was to address Telkwa

council’s original concerns. Council said it would welcome a town-hall style meeting and a presentation by Enbridge, but considering it took two years for a delegation to come to Telkwa, they did not sound optimistic about the possibility. “I think the questions were answered in a general way,” Zitkauskas said. “But I personally didn’t feel any more assurance after the meeting.” During the presentation, the possibility of a plebiscite or a referendum on the pipeline was brought up. A plebiscite would have to be requested by Telkwa citizens and voted on at council, whereas a referendum would be led by council. “It might be good timing to have a plebiscite,” Zitkuaskas said. “If the community feels they want one, it would be a good opportunity to schedule one around the fall elections, to save costs, organizational time and trips to the voting booth.” The Village of Telkwa has decided to refrain from taking an official position on the pipeline at this time.

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to Bulkley Valley residents. Since 2009, the program has invested more than $600,000 in community initiatives, funding dozens of projects in the Smithers and Telkwa areas. Individual grant awards are limited to a maximum $10,000 per successful applicant. Examples of past grant recipients include the Bulkley Valley Cross Country Ski Club, Smithers Mountain Bike Association, Smithers Centennial 2013, Telkwa Museum Society, Moricetown Food Bank Society and Northern Society for

The application deadline is approaching fast for submissions to the Wetzin’kwa Community Grant Program. This is the sixth year the organization will hand out about $150,000 to successful Bulkley Valley applicants. The deadline is May 30. The Wetzin’kwa Community Grant Program distributes revenue from the forest tenure back into the community by funding projects that return the greatest long-term benefit

Domestic Peace. The community forest’s purpose is to support the local economy through job creation and the distribution of annual profits back into the community from a 32,000-hectare community forest tenure jointly held by the Village of Telkwa and Town of Smithers, and managed with the Office of the Wet’suwet’en’s support and participation. For more information about the Community Grant Program visit www.wetzinkwa.ca/grantprogram.html.

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Kids learn about food By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News

The Groundbreakers Collective, and the Bulkley Valley Farmers Market are teaming up to teach kids about local food. “It’s about connecting ourselves with where our food comes from and helping our kids to discover local, sustainable food,” Bulkley Valley Farmers Market coordinator Kala Hooker said. Two weeks ago Hooker and the Groundbreakers Collective held a local food day at Telkwa Elementary school. They brought in animals for a petting zoo, taught specific lessons about eggs and milk and gave some kids a tour of a local

farm. The food day was part of a larger Groundbreakers Collective initiative, featuring lesson plans designed for elementary school kids that are focused on experiential food education. One teaches kids about local food security, through calculating how far their food has travelled to reach their plate and how to access that locally grown food. The other takes a more hands-on approach, allowing kids to design and plant their own gardens. “We get them to draw a garden using chalk and they have to scale out how much room they have for their cabbages or their potatoes,” Groundbreakers’ Jen Hegen said.

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N EWS Dr. Stephen Norris makes a case for physical education If you missed Dr. Stephen Norris’ A Case for Physical Education last April, there will be a screening of his speech at the Della Herman Theatre on May 25 at 7 p.m. Dr. Norris, the vice president of WinSport in Calgary, visited Smithers to discuss physical literacy and athlete development, and specifically, how those topics relate to kids. His message is founded on the belief that children should experience a variety of physical experiences and that it is important for adults to routinely structure activities for youth. “Being a relatively small community, we are well positioned to make chances to our organizations

Dr. Stephen Norris to better serve our kids,” organizer Derek Holland said. “If you are at all interested, please attend this screening and become a part of the conversation. If not for yourself, then for our youth.” Norris has worked with many

of Canada’s national sport organizations over the past two decades. He has played a critical role in propelling dozens of Canadian athletes to the Olympic Winter Games, having helped many of them reach the podium.

Norris has always played a key role as a primary consultant for Canada’s Own the Podium campaign between 2005 and 2010. Currently, he runs his own sports consulting business. Norris combines a mix of humour and in-your-face science to pound home his ultimate message that community, sports, and goals should be what’s best for kids. To that end, Smithers could implement several changes at the grassroots level that would ensure youth are provided with the opportunity to reach their full physical potential, Holland said. Admission to the screening is free and entrance is on a first come, first served basis.

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Open House and Invitation to Comment Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Ltd. (Proponent), a wholly owned subsidiary of TransCanada PipeLines Limited, is proposing the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Project (proposed Project), an approximately 900 km natural gas pipeline from near the District of Hudson’s Hope to the proposed Pacific NorthWest LNG liquefied natural gas export facility on Lelu Island, within the District of Port Edward. The proposed Project would involve the construction and operation of a 48-inch (1,219 mm) diameter pipeline, metering facility, and three compressor stations, with provision for up to an additional five compressor stations to allow for future expansion. The proposed Project will have an initial capacity of approximately 2.0 billion cubic feet (bcf/day) with potential for expansion to approximately 3.6 bcf/day. The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act. The Proponent has now submitted its application (Application) to obtain an environmental assessment certificate, which is required before any work can be undertaken on the proposed Project. In order to provide information to the public about the Application, and to receive comments from the public, the Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) invites the public to attend Open Houses at the following locations. All open houses will be held between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. June 16 – Terrace Open House Best Western Plus Terrace, Skeena Ballroom 4553 Greig Avenue, Terrace

June 17 – Port Edward Open House Community Centre 770 Pacific Avenue, Port Edward June 18 – Hazelton Open House New Hazelton Elementary School 3275 Bowser Street, New Hazelton

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Park Boundary Adjustment Application Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Ltd. is preparing a Park Boundary Adjustment application for Anhluut’ukwsim Laxmihl Angwinga’asanskwhl Nisga’a, the Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed Park. As part of this process, BC Parks requires Prince Rupert Gas Transmission to undertake public consultation, including open houses. A distance of 12.1 kilometres of the proposed natural gas transmission line is proposed to follow Highway 113 through Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed Park. An adjustment to the park boundary will be required if the project is to proceed along the proposed route. As part of the open houses, information on the proposed boundary adjustment will be available. Participants will have the opportunity to provide input to inform Prince Rupert Gas Transmission’s Application to BC Parks. A summary of the application is available for viewing at www.princerupertgas.com. Public comments on the proposed boundary adjustment should be submitted to Prince Rupert Gas Transmission via an online form at www.princerupertgas.com. Comments will be accepted between May 26 to July 10. Prince Rupert Gas Transmission will provide a summary of comments to BC Parks.

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Is this aboriginal education or victim studies? T

he B.C. School Trustees’ Association is calling for a mandatory high school course on the history of residential schools set up to assimilate aboriginal children into European culture. Trustees propose a 25-hour course required for all graduating students, using interviews with residential school survivors, presentations by aboriginal leaders and discussion of current events. This would build on aboriginal courses already in offered in B.C. schools, and a public education effort that began with Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s 2008 apology and compensation for

Canada’s residential school policy. B.C. Teachers’ Federation vicepresident Glen Hansman gave a speech on the need for mandatory education to a 2012 teacher conference. He said current aboriginal culture courses are poorly attended, and went on to denounce a school system he said is still based on “colonialism” and a “settler construct” of history. “We need to acknowledge that racism is the norm in public schools – still today,” Hansman said. Is it really? He also claimed that the purpose and legacy of the residential schools have been “deliberately

hidden” from school curriculum. In lieu of evidence, Hansman recounted old anecdotes of American-style stereotyping from his own schooling in Ontario. But mostly he demanded social engineering in schools that must of course include more funding, more teacher professional development time and an affirmative action program to recruit more aboriginal teachers. Do Hansman’s allegations reflect the kind of attitude that would lead to truth and reconciliation? Or are they signs of another unfortunate legacy, that of the victim studies mentality

GUEST VIEW Tom Fletcher that permeates our universities? Here’s a suggestion for this mandatory course. Students could spend a couple of hours on one of the definitive works of B.C. aboriginal history, A Stó:lo Coast Salish Historical Atlas. A long-term project of

the Stó:lo Nation, the atlas has meticulously documented chapters on European contact and residential schools, and others that piece together oral histories and what few written records there are of B.C. First Nations life at the time of European contact. A journal kept at Fort Langley from 1827 to 1830 documents some of the raids between aboriginal communities on the Fraser River and Vancouver Island, corroborating elders’ accounts. During those three years, Cowichan men attacked the Chilliwack Stó:lo community four times. In the same period, the journal records 30 incidents

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of inter-community violence, some reaching down to present-day Washington state. Archaeological study of stone fortifications and weapons at fishing sites in the Fraser Canyon traces a history of intercommunity violence back at least 3,000 years. Historians characterize some of this as warfare. British colonial authorities had some “settler constructs” about these activities: they saw them as assault, robbery, abduction and murder as well as slavery. This is the seldomdiscussed backdrop for the European settlement of British Columbia, the

imposition of British law and the later establishment of church-run residential schools. None of this is to excuse the forced removal of aboriginal children from their families, the horrendous abuse and neglect or the multi-generational damage to a culture already weakened by waves of smallpox. This 1928 plan to fix what was called the “Indian problem” deserves to be understood by everyone. But glossing over historical context and presenting a guilt trip to students would serve no one well. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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L ETTERS RCMP deserve more praise Editor: This past Mother’s Day my family was travelling back to Smithers from Terrace. As we neared Kitselas Canyon, a large number of RCMP vehicles raced past us. A disturbed man had set his car on fire, effectively blocking the highway in both directions. He attacked an approaching vehicle with an axe, apparently threatened others and then sat down with his axe to await a confrontation, one he never received due to the expert intervention of the RCMP on the scene. The motorists, gathered a safe distance from the scene, watched for several hours as the police carefully set up a perimeter, ensuring safety for everyone involved, including the man who started the problem. Our predictions for how it would end ranged from Tasers, to gas, or far worse. While we could not hear or see what occurred very well, we could tell they were patient and kind in their treatment of him. The confrontation ended peacefully, even though clearly that was not the man’s intention. Too often, our news outlets only report these situations when they end badly, and we rarely hear of the likely hundreds of successful situations like this one. That opinion has been confirmed by the lack of coverage of this event. I would like to take the time, on behalf of my family, myself and the other grateful motorists that day, to thank all of the members involved

for their fine work. I think this is especially important to say during RCMP week! There are people out there who appreciate what you do. Warren Kluss

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Editor: Thank you for being a newspaper that does not shy away from the topic of abortion. Abortion can be such an off limits subject but it shouldn’t be. We are trying to make people aware of the facts and most people do not realize: 1) The Supreme Court struck down the abortion law in 1988. 2) Since then Parliament has not come up with a new law. This means that there is no law on abortion. 3) A woman can have an abortion right up to minutes before giving birth and even at times unwanted babies are left to die (a post-birth abortion). 4) Canada is the only democratic country in the world with no restrictions on abortions. 5) North Korea and China also have no restrictions, so we are on par with those two communist countries. 6) Sex selective abortions are very common in India and China but it is also a problem in Canada (gendercide). 7) A girl needs her parents’ consent to have her ears pierced or go to a tanning salon up to the age of 16 or even 18 but she can have an abortion at 14 without her parents’ knowledge! 8) The father has no legal rights when it comes to an abortion.

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If the woman decides to have an abortion he can do nothing to stop it! 9)Abortion has many long term psychological and physical effects that are generally not talked about. Polls show that most Canadians would like to see a law with at least some restrictions on abortions. And that is what the We Need a Law campaign is all about (weneedalaw.ca). It does appear that after the March for Life in Ottawa that saw 23,000 people peacefully gather on Parliament Hill, and during which Niki Ashton was writing a motion that will see the House of Commons debate the issue, as well as Justin Trudeau’s announcement regarding “Pro-Life Candidates need not apply,” that the abortion topic is waking up. People need to be aware of the facts, not talking about abortion is not the answer. Thank you for your time. Respectfully submitted, Carol Kanis

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May 14 edition of The Interior News. I’ve been following the Zalinski issue for some time. The Zalinski was utilized as a US Army transport vessel that hit a rock in Grenville Channel in 1946 and sank. The vessel was using Bunker C oil as a fuel source, and when it sank it came to rest upside down on a small shelf. Over the years the hull of the vessel has corroded and the rivets are seeping oil. The vessel was carrying cargo (possibly ammunition); if the vessel shifts or is disturbed in some manner it may cause safety concerns for those who are working to rectify the situation. Hartley Bay is less than 10 kms from the site. The environmental damage could be worse than the sinking of the Queen of the North Ferry which devastated this community, whereby, thousands of gallons of diesel was released when the ferry sank. The diesel fuel coated everything. I was involved in the environmental work from the beginning, and the overwhelming smell of the fuel in the air was hard to take. Living in Prince Rupert afforded me the luxury to leave at the end of the day. Those who lived in Harley Bay stayed to assist in cleaning up

their community and their “dinner plate,” the ocean. The Zalinski is an environmental ticking time bomb waiting to go off, and the community of Hartley Bay and other nearby communities want action to prevent another disaster. I personally applaud our politician in keeping this issue in the forefront. It’s more than just a cup of oil. Try dipping your next steak in diesel, and eating it. That my friend is what is facing those who live remote areas and the constant fear of another spill where they rely on the ocean to provide their food. Mike Ridsdale Smithers

BVX is an event for all Editor: In regards to the recent turmoil with the BVAIA / Fall Fair board, that has been reported in The Interior News, the Quick Women’s Institute (QWI) members feel that the manner in which April 26, 2014 meeting was conducted circumvented democratic process and seems somewhat questionable. Robert’s Rules of Order, which many reputable organizations follow in some fashion, evolved for the purpose of fair and

equitable process. There is procedure and process for fair proposal, discussion, debate and voting on issues relevant to the greater good of an organization. Regardless of the issues and persons involved, every BVAIA member should have been informed, in full, prior to the meeting, of the purpose for the meeting, including but not limited to full disclosure of any proposed motions in order for all members to have time to review and a forum for open and honest discussion. With issues and proposals this significant to the operation of this society, another special meeting should have been held at a later date for voting purposes. We also feel strongly that those with voting rights should be required to be members for a specified period of time prior to casting a vote at any meeting (not just the AGM), to prevent any real or perceived “stacking of votes.” The utilization of terms such as ‘special general meeting’ can be perceived to circumvent regular process and use ‘loopholes’ for gains not in the greater good of the membership. Some of our members are also members of the BVAIA, but did not attend the meeting because it was their understanding that this was a discussion meeting only and it conflicted with another annual event; therefore they feel they were not given their democratic opportunity to vote. We are saddened to hear that the BVX general manager

and several board members felt that they had to step down due to nonconfidence by some of the members. We do believe that there are others in the community, like us, who were pleased with the job these members did, but did not get to express their views. We would like to thank those who have chosen to step down/resign for their dedication of time to the BVX over the years. As a group, we represent and value the many faces of agriculture. We believe representation from each organized group is integral on the operational team; however we feel that it may be better if those on the board of directors consist of members with no conflict, real or perceived with any organized group that takes part in the Fall Fair in order to be able to look at the overall picture and make decisions in the best interest of all groups to best facilitate the BVAIA to grow and move forward. Considering all the turmoil that decisions made at this meeting have caused, including stepping down of board members and resignation of the general manager, we hope that the new board of the BVAIA do what is democratically right and hold a proper discussion and a vote for all members to have the opportunity to partake. The BVX is an event for all; sponsors, attendees and participants. Respectfully submitted, Quick Women’s Institute

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he U.N., major scientists, climatologists, and much of the rest of the world, understand the causes and risks of climate change, and what we have to do to arrest global disasters, rising sea levels and acidification of the oceans. Yet we still have many uninformed and self-motivated naysayers, including some of our supposedly intelligent political and business leaders, who all want bigger profits, bigger salaries, bigger houses and new limousines. The David Black opinion in The Interior News, April 30th “Building a Refinery in Kitimat is the best solution,” and the full page greenwashing pipeline ad of May 7, “A solid plan years in

the making,” are both excellent examples. They are as misleading and dishonest as students at a residential school being told that it is acceptable to be abused by their supposedly holy men. There are only two burning issues —either we know and care enough to acknowledge climate change, or we as persons are ignorant of the facts (or just couldn’t care less). If we continue on our present irresponsible fossil fueled path, we may condemn billions of innocent people to being climate change refugees. I dare you to ask the people of Bangladesh (150 million people in a country 1/67th the size of Canada) how happy they will be having their tiny plots of subsistence

farms three feet under water, with no way to feed or rescue themselves. Millions of them live in straw or bamboo shacks and they don’t have any trees to build a saving ark. Besides, where could they possibly go—to Kitimat perhaps? The latest greenwash ad by the pipeline folks describes our oil reserves as “our most valuable commodity,” and that deserves an honest second look. My Merriam Webster dictionary describes ‘commodity’ as: 1) a product of agriculture or mining, 2) an article of commerce, and 3) something useful or valued. Man (you, your children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren) can live about five minutes without

GUEST VIEW Ingo Oevermann air, about five days without water, and about 50 days without food. That makes it clear to me that even if the pipeline was packed end to end with gold or diamonds (instead of black, polluting crude oil) that still wouldn’t qualify as ‘our most valuable commodity.’ In May of 2013, I had the privilege of listening to Dr. John Hiemstra, a science professor

at King’s College in Edmonton, who has spent about 10 years studying the tar sands and scientific details of the fossil fuel industry. Dr. Hiemstra made two very significant points: 1) that we (all of us) have to choose between our public and private wants (me, me, me) and the needs of the generations to come, and 2) that if we use up/burn more than 1/5th (20 per cent) of the current known fossil fuel reserves, we will exceed the two-degree Celsius threshold, and we are dooming our great, great grandchildren to a slow, agonizing descent into a living hell of our own creation. Canada’s (and the world’s) most valuable commodities, are clean, breathable air, clean, drinkable (and

fish habitable) water, and clean, productive agricultural soil. We (and the generations to come) can’t eat non-existent vegetables, grains, or fruit which won’t grow on oil contaminated land; we can’t eat nonexistent beef from non-existent oil contaminated pasture lands; we can’t eat fresh water fish which have been destroyed by oil and pipeline spills; and we can’t eat ocean seafood products which have been destroyed by crude oil tanker spills. The only thing we can truly say about oil, is that it may enable short term, unsustainable and irresponsible profit for big oil and pipeline proponents, at the probable fatal expense of future generations. I know that

you and I want much more than this for our great grandchildren—and it’s up to you and me to make it happen. Our clean air, soil, lakes, rivers and coastal waters belong to the people who live here, now, and for the generations to come. They do not belong to big oil, big pipeline, or any provincial, federal or foreign jurisdiction— they are in trust with us for our great grandchildren. The Cree Indian Prophecy states: “Only after the last tree has been cut down, only after he last river has been poisoned, only after the last fish has been caught, only then will you find that money cannot be eaten.” Please think about energy alternatives, and thank you for caring.

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Luxury and hi-tech systems abound in the 4x4s that show up in the local media test fleets. When I stepped out of one of the more loaded examples the Automatic fourother I got to thinking about yesteryear. wheel-drive was Some might refer to achieved by asking them as the good old your passenger to days – judge for yourstep out and lock the self. I remember – not front hubs. that long ago – four wheeling in a truck Ian Harwood when the standard transmission shifter was so loose, you didn’t know you were in gear or neutral. Anti-lock brakes were when you lost your master cylinder to a stick, while (independently minded) power steering kicked in when you hit the corner of a rock so hard it ripped the steering wheel out of your hand and if you weren’t careful your thumb as well. Traction control came in the shape of new tires. Automatic four-wheel-drive was achieved by asking your passenger to step out and lock the front hubs. The parking brake was a log shoved under the rear tire. Soft suspension meant your shocks were blown. Off-road suspension meant you spent more time hitting the roof with your head and back than you actually spent on the seat, which if you were lucky had some remaining padding still in it. Your seat belts would tighten up on every bump and if you didn’t stop you would be suffocated. You would be lucky if your radio would bring in a few channels on the AM band only! And the CB radio might just reach the driver in front of you. Wheel articulation really indicated your leaf spring was broken in half. Air conditioning was driving with your windows down and trying to breath in between dust clouds. GPS was your buddy screaming out, “I think it’s this road”. Most people used to sleep in the back of their trucks. However, I remember one time after a long day of four-wheeling pulling into an open area by a river where I found a nice sandy mound. With the aid of my flash light I quickly spread the sand out with my arms making a flat area in which to put my tent. It was about 5:30 am when I first noticed the red ants crawling all around my sleeping bag. I was tired so killing the one at a time was not a big deal until I saw many climbing the side of the tent. I quickly climbed out of my tent to discover the soft sandy mound I found was actually a giant anthill. The vehicles of today have the capabilities of descending steep hills without even putting your foot on the brake and you could disconnect your sway bar end links to allow for more articulation. Ability to stop on a hill without rolling back is nice. Comfortable seats are really an improvement, especially on long trips. Although we can’t relive the past, it’s important to remember technology is there to help us. There is no replacement for common sense, so don’t let your truck drive you, drive it and be safe. If you have any fun and not-so-fun truck tales to share, please drop me a line.

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Gryphons go all out at track and field zones By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News

Smithers Secondary School hosted their track zones last weekend, and a few athletes set records and personal best. “I think everyone did a great job,” head coach Jody Barber said. “I am really pleased with how our athletes performed.” Eight schools from the northwest zone made the trip out to Smithers, to compete in the usual running, jumping and throwing events. Leading the way, Grade 8 Hannah Pow set a zone record in both the 800 metres and the 1500 metres. “I think she just had great fitness coming into the season and there was no one who could challenge her,” club coach Neil Currie said. “It’s pretty hard to set a record when you are all by yourself.” Barber was also impressed with Pow’s breakaway speed. “She has great endurance,” Barber said. “At the end of the race on her last lap she turns it on and sprints past everyone. It’s a remarkable thing to watch.” Pow was one of three Smithers athletes at the tournament given an outstanding performance award. Senior Patty Spicer also had a strong weekend, finishing first in the

Grade 11s Andrew Schmidt (top right) and Janay Ma and Haley Allen (bottom right) compete at zones. discus, javelin and hammer throw. Perhaps more extraordinary, her hammer throw mark of 33.89 metres was a personal best and she did it after only one practice this season. “What really impressed me was

the distance of her hammer toss,” Currie said. “It was better than qualifying standards at nationals, which is pretty hard to do.” Rounding out the trio of Smithers’ athletes that received outstanding

performance recognition, Janay Ma hit 1.45 metres in the high jump. Many other athletes at the event qualified for provincials, but with so much going on at this time of year, Smithers Secondary

won’t be sending a team. Some of the athletes will head to the B.C. Games in Nanaimo and the B.C. Championships in Kamloops this summer, though those team lists have yet to be finalized.

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of the athletes that competed,” Barber said. “Everyone put in a great performance. They used their skills the best they could and the put in their best effort. “That’s all you can ask for.”

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING • • The Smithers Men’s Soccer League got underway with two games last week.

Date: Monday, June 2, 2014 Place: The Meadows, Dining Area 1180 NOTICE OF ANNUAL Alberta Street GENERAL MEETING • Time: 7:00 pm Monday, June 2, 2014 •Date:Everyone is welcome

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Soccer season in full swing

BV Rapids: On May 11, Bulkley Valley Rapids U18 boys travelled to Terrace to play their U18 boys, a team that last year finished second in the province in the U17 competition. Both teams scored early. Bryce Deveau continued his goal scoring streak, volleying in a cross for the BV Rapids. But Terrace responding soon after. Mid-way through the first half, the Rapids pulled in front 2-1 with their second goal, on a powerful header by midfielder Gabriel Price, perfectly crossed into space from the wing. There were chances at both ends. Goalkeeper Will Kiskila maintained the BV Rapids’ lead with a pair of great diving

saves. The contest remained close until two Terrace players were sent off in two separate incidents for kicking BV Rapids’ players and Ryan Wright scored a third goal for the BV Rapids from a well taken penalty. Earlier this month, the Bulkley Valley Rapids U18 boys played its first games of the season, a two game series at SSS versus Prince George U18s. Both games were fast paced, intense affairs. There was lots of hard tackling and lung busting runs, which caused major fitness challenges for BV players used to short shifts and playing in a gym. Neither team was able to dominate.

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Prince George won the first game 1-0. Bulkley Valley won the second game 1-0. The winning goal for Bulkley Valley in the second game was a well taken volley scored by winger Bryce Deveau. The shutout was recorded by goalkeeper Matt Deveau, Bryce’s older brother. -Contributed Smithers Men’s League begins: The Smithers Men’s League got underway last week with all four teams in action to start the season. On opening night, the BV Rapids U18 beat the Smithers Men 3-1 behind two goals from Gabriel Price and one from Dylan Delany. Shane Flynn added the lone marker for the

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The Bulkley Valley Hospice Society is here to Time: 7:00 pm support loved ones and their families during welcome the last Everyone stages of is life and during WHAT IS HOSPICE? bereavement.

Smithers Men. The second game of the season took place last Friday evening between the SC Gunners Reds and the Aspen Gunners. Macel Barralon scored two and Nataniel Henning added another to give the SC Gunners a 3-2 victory. With that, the league is in full swing. The four local teams will play games until late June.

The Bulkley Valley Hospice Society is here to support loved ones and their families during the last stages of life and during bereavement.

Contact Information: Toll Free Phone 1-877-335-2233 Local Phone 250-877-7451 (checked daily) Email: bvhospicesociety@gmail.com Program Coordinator: Denise Kalina 250 846-9613 www.bvhospice.ca Program Coordinator: Denise Kalina 250 846-9613 Contact Information: Toll Free Phone 1-877-335-2233 Local Phone 250-877-7451 (checked daily) Email: bvhospicesociety@gmail.com www.bvhospice.ca

GRAND OPENING May 24

Champions League final at the Aspen: The Aspen is opening the bar a little early on May 24, to welcome in soccer fans for the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. For more information, contact Colin at the Aspen.

Perennial Plant Sale & Raffle

9 am, Saturday, May 24th at the Goat Statue Park, Main St. & Hwy 16, Smithers Viewing 8-9 a.m. • Sale 9 a.m. to noon. If you are digging in your garden and dividing perennials, splitting shrubs, thinning flowers, etc. please save your spares for the Plant Sale. Drop off plants at Central Park Building Grounds Friday, May 23, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. See Signs. Look for our volunteers selling raffle tickets for prizes with an estimated value of $1000! For more info contact the BV Genealogical Society at e-mail: bvgs2@hotmail.com

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A record 172 golfers came out to the annual Texas Scramble last weekend at the Smithers Golf and Country Club.

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Texas Scramble marks season start By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News

The Smithers Golf and Country Club held its annual Texas Scramble last weekend, and judging by the record turnout and the atmosphere in the clubhouse afterwards, the event was a major success. “It was a great event and a great way to kick off the season,” head

professional Chris Herkel said. “We usually don’t open until the last week of April, so to have a tournament within the first month is a great way to get everyone back on the course.” A record 172 players comprised 43 teams to compete in five flights of the best-ball event. With the exception of the E flight, every one was decided by less than two strokes,

which made for some exciting finishes. “There were a few teams that, if they would have made a putt on 18, it could have changed their standing,” Herkel added. Players from all over the northwest came out to the event, that ended on Sunday night with a dinner and prize draw. Prizes were bought from or donated by local businesses. Big

ticket items included a lawnmower, TV and iPods. Up next, the club will host the Kilpatrick Tournament, which goes from May 29 to June 2. Ladies and Mens’ nights are in full swing and will continue this week. Results (team captain’s names listed): A flight: 1) Tim Veenstra

2) Sid Koldyk 3) Tanner Olson B flight: 1) Alonso Slaney 2) Darren MacMillan 3) Tyler Stene C flight: 1) Don Olson 2) Rick Malkow 3) Glen Kelly D flight: 1) Mike Zantingh 2) Torin Leach 3) Malcolm MacMillan E flight: 1) Ian Smith 2) Larry Flynn 3) Neil Bryan

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St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish 100 years Jubilee Celebration, Saturday, May 24. Mass at 5:30 p.m., dinner and entertainment to follow in St. Joseph’s School gym at 7 p.m. Banquet tickets $40. Eileen Bouvier 250-847-3478. Perennial Plant Sale Saturday, May 24, Goat Statue Parking Lot. Viewing 8 a.m., sale 9 a.m. Donated plant pickup or digging help call Karen Mitchell at 250-8479052 or Dale Gilbert at 250-847-2107. ASL Workshop Sunday, May 25 at BV Child Development Centre for anyone who interacts with a deaf or hard of hearing person. $20/family. pgdeaf@ telus.net Dream Workshop 8 North of Eden May 30, 31 & June 1 at the Logpile Lodge. Conact Beth/Darren 250-8778381. 3-Day intensive workshop, guided by Noth of Eden Archetypal Dreamwork master analysts and teachers Bill St. Cyr and Susan Marie Scavo. Driftwood Garden Show Saturday, May 31, 1-4 p.m. An afternoon of gardening inspiration at the Driftwood School. $5 includes cold beverage and treats. Featuring: gardening displays, live demonstrations and products for sale.

Bulkley Valley High Schools’ Show at the Smithers Art Gallery April 29-June 7. All students in Grades 8-12 being educated in the Bulkley Valley between Hazelton and Houston were invited to contribute to this show. BV Genealogical Society meets the last Tuesday every month, Sunshine Inn meeting room, 7 p.m. Guest speakers and programs are presented to assist family root researchers. All welcome. The Telkwa Museum is open early. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come learn about the history of Aldermere, Hubert and Telkwa. Ground to Griddle Neighbourhood Kitchen Tuesday, June 17, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at St. James Anglican Church Kitchen. Community kitchen sharing and learning cooking skills, cultures, and local food producers. Northern Saddle Club Summer Kids Camp July 2124 at the Fairgrounds. Ages 6-15. Teaching kids the responsiblities and safety of caring for the horses mixed with fun and excerise. Leah Germain, lkd@live.ca, 250847-6030.

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Hudson Babes bring flat track fever to Smithers

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first time on a big fullsize track.” Dilny said that the The Hudson Babes first-time skaters had a, BV are bringing roller “derby love explosion derby to the rinks of and turned into Smithers this summer. amazing skaters in one The fishnet stockings practice.” and wild make-up The girls of the allows housewives, Hudson Babes have school teachers, been practicing a pharmacists and really lot outdoors and any woman over 19 the the cement can be opportunity to express damaging to the skates, their inner derby girl and their bodies. said Denise Dilny, the Attempts to rent out head coach and founder a school gymnasium for of the Bulkley Valley practice went belly up. Hudson Babes. “They were like, “It’s definitely a ‘Oh no! You’re not good way to get some doing that on my frustrations out,” Dilny floor!’ Our skates have trying to get the word called jammers and are Bulkley Valley Union July 2007 by the said, rubberCredit wheels, we’re out. There are still a lot easily recognized EPS Logos to be supplied to Newspapers “But, it’s the whole fully padded, we have of people who don’t star on their helmet. persona that a girl full insurance for your know much about roller The girls in the pack act Pantone colours: 287 Blue gets to create on the building and for usPantone derby, or that kind of to block the opposing Pantone 356 Green track and as her roller personally for injuries. shy away from it,” Dilny jammer from passing Pantone 139 Harvest derby persona you get We’re fully covered,” she said. through physical to express the side of said. “Our asses falling Roller derby is a full- contact. Although, yourself that you don’t on your floor won’t hurt contact game, played there are no elbows, get to at your normal it,” she said. on quad-skates. Two hands or knees allowed. job.” The team is made up teams race around a Each girl is clad “Our first night in of 11 girls and in order track in groups called a head to toe in safety the rink last Tuesday, to play a bout teams pack, while one player gear including mouth file to have 14 Logo File oh my God it was Black/Grey areLogo required of each team attemptsColourguards, wrist guards, amazing,” Dilny said. members. to pass the pack to earn knee pads and helmets. “It was all of the girls “We’re still just really points. These girls are Dilny said her main Smithers/Interior News

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BVCS Royals defeat Houston at golf zones Team will travel to provincial championships in Osoyoos

By Nolan Kelly Smithers/Interior News

The BVCS Royals’ golf team of Adam Veenstra, Joel Veenstra, Nathan Steenhof, Aaron Steenhof and Josh Veenstra has qualified for provincials for the first time in the school’s history. Their golfers took on Houston Christian in a home and away, two round, winner take all qualifier last week, winning by a combined score of 745-567. “I think making provincials is a big deal,” head coach Ron Van Driel said. “I was surprised by some of our scores in Houston, they did quite well.”

Round one was played at the Willow Grove Golf and Country club in Houston. Adam Veenstra led the way with a 74, followed closely by brother Joel, who shot a 79. After day one, the Royals led 418-323. Head coach Ron Van Driel expected a strong performance in the return leg, but a few of the golfers struggled at home. Still, they cruised to victory. Adam Veenstra was clutch again, shooting a 69, the best round on the day. The team is off to Osoyoos to compete at provincials against 12-16 other teams from around the province. Since it’s their first time at the competition, Van

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Driel isn’t sure what to expect from his team. “I think the goal

is going to finish in the top third, but, as a team, we are so young, this is a great

opportunity to get some experience.” “At that age they have to learn to deal

with the pressure of playing golf, which can be difficult at times.” The BVCS team is made up of two Grade 10 golfers, two Grade 8 golfers and one Grade 11. At provincials, they’ll be going up against more experienced programs, comprised of juniors and seniors. Normally, the winning teams shoot combined score averages in the low 80s, which will be difficult for the Royals to keep up with. “The schools that are there year after year have really good golf programs. “They are always replacing their older kids with younger ones, but we aren’t

quite at that point yet.” In the lead up, the Royals’ golfers will continue to practice daily. “Those guys are out there every day, trying to put in as much practice time as possible,” Van Driel added. They head to Osoyoos on May 26 and 27. After that, high school golf season in the Bulkley Valley will come to a close. Final scoring from zones: Adam Veenstra: (7469-143), Joel Veenstra: (7988-167), Nathan Steenhof: (82-87-169), Aaron Steenhof: (8887-175) Josh Veenstra: (9292-183).

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St. Joseph’s Catholic Church turns 100 Prince George bishop to visit Smithers parish for celebration

By Alistair Burns For The Interior News

Catholics in Smithers will unite this weekend to celebrate a centenary of worshiping at St. Joseph’s Church. To mark the joyous occasion, Bishop Stephen Jensen of Prince George is travelling to the Bulkley Valley. “From the very beginning of the town, the Catholic presence was there,” said Father Rectorino Tolentino, pastor of St. Joseph’s. He estimated 200 families currently belong to the parish. In 1913, the bustling railway town of Smithers, 375 kilometres northwest of Prince George, was founded. Just a year later the sacraments were available in St. Joseph’s Church. The priest told his parishioners this jubilee is especially a “good reminder that God is always present in our midst, as the God of the past, present and future.” Father Tolentino quoted the last verse of the Gospel of Matthew:

“Know that I am with you always; yes, to the end of time.” Two days of centenary celebrations will include a banquet May 24. The next morning Bishop Jensen will say Mass and welcome a number of people into the Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. The Jubilee Committee has been planning the event since September. They thanked local merchants, some of whom have been extremely generous in offering door prizes. The theme for the gathering will be “Celebrating God’s faithful blessings, yesterday, today and tomorrow.” Father Tolentino wrote that his parishioners continue to receive numerous blessings through community involvement by the Catholic Women’s League, the Knights of Columbus, and St. Joseph’s Elementary School. Rosemary McKenzie, principal of St. Joseph’s

School, said, “People are coming to Smithers for this. Catholics are coming back for the celebrations.” She pointed out that in February, students dressed up in everyday clothes from 1914 to recognize another centenary. No plastic lunchboxes were allowed as 190 schoolchildren and teachers gathered in the gym for a picnic lunch and looked back on the year when a bloody conflict began that engulfed the world in war. “In music class, students learned old songs from the era,” McKenzie said. Father Tolentino asked the faithful to seek guidance from St. Joseph, who “from the very beginning has been and will remain the silent and humble protector of the Catholic presence in the Bulkley Valley.” More information is available at 250847-2012 and at www. stjosephsmithers.com -With files from the Northern Catholic News

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Smithers Relay for Life looking for more participants By Marisca Bakker Smithers/Interior News

The Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life is looking for more participants for this year’s event. The annual fundraiser takes place in Smithers on June 7 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Canadian Cancer Society community giving coordinator Michelle Taylor said

they are hoping more teams sign up soon. There are nine teams registered but normally in Smithers, about 25 teams participate. She added there is incentive for signing up soon. Teams that sign up before May 30, will get a ballot for every $300 they raise to be entered into a draw for a $1,000 travel voucher from Hawkair. Last year’s event brought in about $60,000. The goal this year is to raise about

$65,000. All the money raised goes to help support the Canadian Cancer Society with research, prevention initiatives, financial assistance, Camp Good Times and accommodation for cancer patients at the Kordyban Lodge in Prince George. In the past year, 89 people from Smithers and Telkwa have stayed at the lodge while receiving medical treatment. Taylor said the event isn’t just about raising money. The relay kicks off with

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a victory lap for cancer survivors. She said this gives the community a chance to applaud survivors’ fights against cancer. There will also be a luminary ceremony where survivors are honoured and loved ones that were lost to cancer are remembered. Luminaries are lit and the aim is to provide light and inspiration to participants. People can register for the relay on the Canadian Cancer Society’s website.

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Greenall named most innovative By Caitlin Clow Terrace/Interior News

The innovative potential of northwestern B.C. was made clear at SNCIRE’s Northwest Innovation Challenge hosted in Terrace May 9. SNCIRE, or the Skeena-Nass Centre for Innovation and Resource Economics, hosted the innovation contest for the first time and communications director, Sarah Artis, couldn’t be more excited about the results. “I was so impressed by all the different types of ideas,” Artis said. “I really do think this showed how much creativity there is in our region.” Fifteen-year-old Brandon Greenall from Hazelton took home the Mountain Prize of $1,750 for his upcycled solar heater. Inspired by the frightful costs of heating houses in the winter months,

Brandon Greenall, 15, won $1,750 for his upcycled solar panel heater at SNCIRE’s Northwest Innovation Challenge.

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Greenall began to research a new way to keep warm. In his research he came across convection heaters. Greenall’s solar heater was constructed out of 120 aluminum cans, a recycled battery, salvaged wiring and computer fans, recycled insulation and a solar panel. “The heating output of the solar heating

was outstanding!” he said, even if there was clouds or minus degree weather. “Who knew a bunch of cans and scraps could be thrown together to create a money saving, green heating alternative that has the power to decrease your monthly utility bill and your emissions?” he said. Applicants were asked to innovate something that would

“Turn the Model Upside Down,” They were evaluated by a panel of eight judges based on the strength of the innovation, the regional relevancy, the potential impact and their enthusiasm. “Judging is always kind of crazy, but when you like something so much and you’re really into it, it’s quite a breeze,” he said. This is not

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Smithers Ski and Snowboard Club would like to invite you to our 2014 AGM and Awards at 1 PM, June 1, 2014 at 2400 Telkwa High Road, Telkwa.

The Ark's would like to thank Kelsey Chamberlin, Rosamund Pojar and Helene Flurry for volunteering their time in our Pilot Project of Natural Elements Outside Preschool Program. Thank You to BV Wholesale for providing us with fruit for our snacks. With their support the program has had a great start. Thank You. For more information please call 250-846-9661

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Glenwood WI celebrates 69 years

Smithers Curling Club Annual General Meeting

Tuesday, May 27th – 7 p.m. at the curling club – 4216-4th Ave.

Club members are requested to attend and be involved in your Club’s decisions. VIEW FROM THE PORCH Lorraine Doiron

orrection: in my last column I reported on the AGM for Friends of the Library as April 28 and it is May 28! Everyone invited to attend. Learn what was done last year and what is planned for the coming year. April 26, The Glenwood Women’s Institute (WI) hosted the 69th Bulkley Tweedsmuir District WI Conference, gathering 31 women from four Branches: the Southside WI, Quick WI, South Hazelton WI and Glenwood WI. Delegates from the four Branches spoke on “What the Women’s Institute Means to Me.” Held elections. Coffee breaks overflowed with sweets, lunch was homemade soups, buns, sandwich fillings and more sweets. Pauline Mahoney spoke eloquently on free trade chocolate. We viewed a short film on the young people enslaved to pick the cocoa beans, held captive without pay in terrible conditions. I now look at chocolate differently. We had a demonstration on

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propagating plants from Carla Attherton, Sheri Wertz, Janet Harris, all belonged to the Driftwood Garden Club. For fun Joanne Nugent and Shelley Worthington took out guitars and led us all in old time songs. The silent auction had wonderful donations from Harley Davidson, Winterland, others were a basket of cookies, several hats and scarves, goodie bags from the BVCU filled with fudge from Heartstrings, beautiful smelling soap from Narnia Farms, handmade bookmarks, pens and paper, a coupon for Pharmasave. A Bring and Buy table overflowed with garage sale items. I bought a stuffy for Rosie the Pug, she

expects something if I am away for a day. So good to see everyone enjoying themselves, visiting, singing along, sharing wonderful food and memories. Years wrinkle the skin; but to give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul. Don’t forget: May 24, Giant Garage Sale at the Glenwood Hall. Call Fay, 250847-9539 to rent a table, $10, we do the advertising. Do your garage sale in comfort! Also on May 24, the Bulkley Valley Genealogical Society Perennial Plant Sale, viewing time 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., sale 9 a.m. to noon at the Goat Statue parking lot. To donate plants, plant pots, containers, if you are dividing perennials, splitting shrubs, save your

spares for the sale. Need help digging up plants, arrange help or pickup: Karen Mitchell 250-8479052, Dale Gilbert 250-847-2107 or Marie Kaszas 250845-2514. Bulkley Valley High Schools’ Show, Smithers Art Gallery, April 29 to June 7. View the talents of our emerging young artists! Bike-themed artwork wanted for display in downtown storefronts during Bike to Work Week, May 26 – June 1. Drop off your art work at the Gallery during open hours:

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The Racket have rocked Bovill Square before. The Hazelton band is headlining Music on Main May 31.

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The Smithers Community String Orchestra presents its Spring Concert on Friday night at 7:30 p.m. in the Smithers Secondary Round Room. The performance will feature music from Mahler, Haydn, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and Star Wars, conducted by Laura HolsWimbush. Admission is by donation.

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The Telkwa War Memorial Fundraising committee is trying to raise about $30,000 to build a structure at Hankin Ave. and Highway 16. The memorial was designed by Telkwa artists David Bradburne. Headlining Honky Tony Night is Rich Hope and the Blue Rich

A ROUND TOWN Rangers. Opening act is Jenny Lester and Hillbilly Scrabble. Doors at the Telkwa Hall open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and available at Valley Oasis and

CELEBRATING 100

St. Joseph’s Catholic parish is turning 100 this year. To celebrate, there will be a mass and entertainment beginning at 7 p.m. on May 24. Mass is at 5:30. A solemn Eucharistic celebration, to be presided over by Most Rev. Stephen Jensen, will be performed to mark the milestone.

Banquest tickets are $40. Hetherington and Hooper in Smithers and Midway Service in Telkwa. All proceeds go to the Telkwa War Memorial Fund.

SPRING SHOWCASE

Music on Main is a spring showcase of Bulkley Valley Musicians at Bovill Square on May 31. The concert features 2013’s Best Teen Band in B.C., The Racket and Split Seconds, Cabin Fever, Three Night Bamm, The Smithers Secondary School Jazz Band and Jazz Combo, Ranger Smash, Kids

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on Leashes and Twisted String. A barbecue, raising money for DAFF Grad, will also be on site. There is no cost to attend this event which was entirely driven and organized by youth.

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Break out the tux. Or a your finest space suit. Smithers Community Radio’s annual fundraiser, CICK Royale Moonraker is on May 31 at the Royal Canadian Legion. There will be casino games and a silent auction. The event is open to all ages between 7 and 8 p.m. After 8 p.m., the party is for 19 and older. Tickets are $20 or $15 for CICK membership holders and available for purchase at Mountain Eagle Books.

The Fifth Annual SkeenaWild Film Festival opens for submission May 1. This year, new categories have been added for artists to take dabble in. In photography, the categories are: wild people, wild places, wild things and the new Smartphone photo division. In film, the submissions can be of any genre, including documentary, action/adventure, experimental, animation and music. The categories are: Feature, 25 minutes and longer, Short, 30 seconds to 10 minutes, Smartphone video, and Funniest Skeena Story. To submit an entry, use the online entry form which can be found at www. skeenawild.org. The film festival entry deadline closes Sept. 15. Over the past four years, more than 500 films and videos have been submitted to the festival. SkeenaWild is also hosting a oneweek film camp this summer in Terrace. For more details, see their website. According to their website, the SkeenaWild Conservation Trust is a northwest B.C. organization dedicated to bringing together government, First Nations, and members of the public to sustain long-term health and resilience of the wild salmon ecosystem, while optimizing economic returns to First Nations and local communities.

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Janice Hillaby, left, reads an essay from a former camper named Billy that explains how the camp has helped guide him on his spiritual journey. John Pousette and his wife, Evelyn, right, with the plaque they received honouring their work with Rough Acres Bible Camp.

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Pousette family leaves its mark on Rough Acres By Caitlin Clow Smithers/Interior News

Saturday marked the day that Rough Acres Bible Camp celebrated the renaming of their dining hall to reflect upon the camp’s heritage and the Pousette family’s involvement in the start-up of the camp. The building is now named the Pousette Dining Hall. At the celebration,John Pousette and his wife Evelyn received a plaque that honoured their hard work and contributions to the camp. Stewart Christensen

shared stories of John and said that his colleagues will always remember that he is brilliant, humble and compassionate, a religious scholar and a man of God. “He is always looking out for others,” Christensen said. Pousette had a relaxed and content expression the entire evening. After all, he was surrounded by his camp family. The family that he helped start. Saturday was also Rough Acres’ annual fundraising dinner event. A silent auction, including original artwork and photography, handcrafted items and a guitar were up for grabs. All the proceeds

went to the camp. Rough Acres Bible Camp is an outdoor camp that offers youth a week-long escape into the wilderness to live in a “group atmosphere where Christian leaders have an opportunity to share Christ’s love and forgiveness,” according to their website. The camp was established in 1973 and summer camps have been going on for more than 30 years, usually hosting around 300 summer students between the ages of six and 17. The kids are provided with three square meals and tuck—a term

referring to snacks, usually consisting of sweets. A typical day at summer camp is jampacked with activities including field games, archery, arts and crafts, kayaking, canoeing, team building exercises and chapel. Of course, no day is complete without a campfire with hot chocolate and sing-a-longs. By the time the day is done the kids retire to their cabins pooped and amped for what’s in store for tomorrow. Andrew Hillaby has met many people through volunteering at the camp. He’s been donating his

time for more than six years. He said that the camp is a magical place. “It is a place where campers can be who they are, and they make friends really quickly,” he said. Hillaby said that many teens who aren’t keen at first end up being the ones who never want to leave, and they are the first to re-register. “I’m actually getting teary eyed,” he added, underscoring the power of the camp and the strength of the community. Summer camps run in July and August, but the campsite is rarely empty. The facility is also available for rentals for

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A resolution co-sponsored by the District of New Hazelton was endorsed by the North Central Local Government Association at their annual general meeting recently. The NCLGA will support lobbying the provincial government to make the necessary changes to BC Hydro to allow all communities to reach locally appropriate solutions to switch BC Hydro-owned streetlights to LED. New Hazelton Mayor Gail Lowry said this will help achieve carbon neutrality because streetlights represent a significant portion of electrical usage. She said BC Hydro owns most of the streetlights in the district and there is currently no way to allow them to change lights to LED, even if they pays for the retrofit. Currently, the district pays the electricity bill for the lights and LED technology could save the community up to 65 per cent in electrical consumption and carbon emissions. Port Clements, Queen Charlotte, Masset and Stewart teamed up with New Hazelton to bring the resolution forward. Lowry attended the annual meeting in Fort St. John along with Councillor Ray Sturney and chief administrative officer Wendy Hunt. The resolution will be passed along to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities for their support in September.

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VAN BAARSEN, Ali (nee OUD) May 22, 1930 – May 9, 2014 After a courageous battle with cancer we announce the peaceful passing of Ali at the age of 83. She is now at peace. Born in the Beemster, Netherlands, Ali was the youngest daughter of 12 loving brothers and sisters. Ali married John on July 18 1957 and in January 1964, Ali, John and their two young sons Peter and Albert immigrated to Canada. They lived in Smithers, BC where their daughter Mari was born. In 1970 they moved to Ladner, BC, shortly after Ali proudly became a Canadian Citizen. Ali and John had a genuinely caring relationship, based on mutual respect and support with a deep love for each other. They loved travelling and filled their retirement years with many overseas adventures. Ali’s children and grandchildren were the pride and joy of her life. The legacy of Ali’s kind spirit and zest for life will live on through them. Ali was a beautiful woman, a wonderful wife, sister, sister in law, loving mother and Oma. She loved people, always had a smile, looked for connection everywhere, forgave easily, considered the feelings of others and stood strong in her beliefs when it counted. Ali will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Ali is survived by her husband, John of nearly 57 years, her children, Peter, Albert and Mari and her grandchildren, Amanda, Adam, Andrew, Katie, Sarah, and Mackenzie & Lachlan (in New Zealand) Thank you to family, friends, nurses and doctors who have all cared for Ali, and a special thanks to Dr. Ken Lai. A Celebration of Ali’s life will be held on May 22nd at 2pm at Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 14660 – 72nd Ave, Surrey. Donations will be gratefully acknowledged to either your local Hospice or The Irene Thomas Hospice in Ladner.

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MORICETOWN BAND ADMINISTRATION 205 Beaver Road, Smithers, BC VOJ 2N1 Job Title: Band Administrator JOB DESCRIPTION: The Moricetown Band Administrator will be responsible for the administration and overseeing of all Band Programs and will ensure programs are administered within the budget allocated. The Band Administrator will ensure that Band policies and regulations are adhered to, and supervise all Band Program Managers and Contractors. Job Duties: • Ability to manage, supervise and provide support to staff in addressing programming requirements. • Advisor to Chief and Council on all areas of Band Management • Knowledge working with provincial and federal funding agencies including: programs, regulations, procedures of AANDC, and other funding arrangements. • Good knowledge of financial accounting principles for budget planning and monitoring of expenditures. • Develop and implement annual strategic plans. • Ability to write funding proposals, preparation of reports and correspondence. • Attend monthly Council Meetings and Committee meetings (as required). • Provide the council with monthly reports on band programs and operations. • Possess strong administrative and computer skills. • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written. • Must submit a criminal record check. • Experience working within a First Nations Community. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • A Degree in Business Administration or Management • Project Leadership, Project Management and/or Community Development experience • 4-5 years experience working with First Nations in a management role. • Ability to write funding proposals. • Accounting experience • Salary to commensurate with qualifications and experience. • Knowledge of Wet’suwet’en culture will be an asset. SUBMIT RESUMES TO: Lucy Gagnon, Band Administrator Moricetown Band Phone (250) 847-2133 Fax (250) 847-9291 Email: lucy.gagnon@moricetown.ca Closing Date: May 23, 2014 at 4:30 pm Only those applicants considered for this position will be notified.

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Woyenne, with approximately 940 residents,[1] is adjacent to the community of Burns Lake, British Columbia, but has its own preschool, kindergarten, daycare, and adult learning centre. The Nation’s main band office is located in Woyenne. The political governing structure now consists of one elected Chief and nine elected Council members who make decisions on program policies and negotiations on behalf of the Lake Babine Nation. Under the Chief and Council are the Executive Director and department program managers who develop budgets and work plans for implementation and completion at year end. The Lake Babine Nation Administration Department is responsible for delivery of Health, Social Development, Economic Development, Education, Employment & Training, Justice, Child and Family, Forestry and Natural Resources, Housing & Infrastructure, Finance, and Membership programs to members2. The Lake Babine Nation (LBN) is seeking an experienced/ qualified Health Director who will take on a variety of challenges and opportunities and play an integral role in the continued reinforcement of a vision for a healthy and prosperous community. THE CANDIDATE:

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The Lake Babine Nation, located 230 kilometers west of Prince George, is one of the largest First Nations in British Columbia. The Territory is home to approximately 2,300 members and holds 27 Reserves, three of which are home to the majority of members: Woyenne, Tachet, Fort Babine, Pinkut Lake / Donald’s Landing and Old Fort. The Lake Babine Nation Administration office is situated on the Woyenne Reserve.

The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director and provide leadership, direction, and guidance to the Health Department staff in the provision of health promotion and education as well, compliment social development programs to the LBN citizenship. While leading the overall planning, development and implementation of new health initiatives, the Director of Health will also oversee the continuous monitoring, evaluation and improvement to current Program service delivery. This opportunity will be attractive to a senior Health Director passionate about providing innovative and culturally relevant preventative health programs for First Nations and who possesses the following key requirements: • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Health Administration, Business, Public Administration, or any other relevant field combined with minimum 5 years of direct management experience in program planning and community development in the areas of health, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; • Strong knowledge of best practices in First Nations health education and promotion through community based programs and experience developing strategies for effective service delivery to First Nations; • A proven ability, desire and commitment to mentor and train staff while building community capacity; • Demonstrated senior management and administrative skills including: leadership, coaching and team building, financial management / budgeting, strategic planning, policy development, human resource management and project management; • Strong working knowledge of pertinent Federal, provincial laws, codes and regulations. • Effective written, verbal and reporting skills. • Standard working knowledge of Computers / Programs & Xyntax Program, Time Management skills. • Superb verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work closely with a variety of stakeholders including health organizations and professionals, senior levels of government, and community members; • Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to secure as well as maintain funding for community based health programs and services; • Strong knowledge & understanding of the Lake Babine Nation, its history, culture and language, is a definite asset; • Class 5 driver’s license. • Ability to travel as required, willingness to relocate and work in Burns Lake, BC area. • Provide a criminal records check. A competitive compensation package with full benefits is offered for this senior health management opportunity located in the Burns Lake, BC area. If you are interested in this exciting role, please provide a cover letter, resume and 3 references in complete confidence by Friday, May 23, 2014 to: Beatrice MacDonald, Human Resources Email: beatrice.macdonald@lakebabine.com Fax: 250-692-4790 Only those short listed will be interviewed

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The Detailer will perform extremely thorough cleaning, polishing and waxing of vehicles both inside and out, to produce a show-quality level of detail. Besides improving appearance, the detailer will help to preserve the value of the vehicles. Send Resume to dave@hoskinsford.com or apply in store at 3146 Hwy 16.

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Statement of Qualifications: • BA in Education • Cultural Language Diploma would be an asset • ECE Certification would be an asset • Knowledge of First Nations Government, culture, language and traditions • Ability to supervise and provide management feedback to staff • Good organizational and interpersonal skills • Demonstrated ability to develop school year work plans • Demonstrated ability to represent the Gitanmaax Chief and council in a positive manner • Proficient knowledge and use of computer technology

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Flooring Sales The Houston Division of Bulkley Valley Home Centre requires a sales person for its flooring department. This person will have retail experience that includes measuring, estimating, ordering and selling laminate, hardwood, vinyl, carpet and ceramic. This person will have had experience working with installers. The ability to provide excellent customer service to homeowners and contractors and assist the store manager with marketing initiatives for the flooring department are key priorities. The position also requires a general knowledge of building materials and the ability to work in a computerized environment. Compensation includes salary, incentive plan and benefits. Please submit cover letter and resume to darrin@ bvhome.ca or fax to 1-250-845-7608.

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T HREE R IVERS R EPORT John Field Elementary School receiving a cultural makeover By Caitlin Clow Hazelton/Interior News

John Field Elementary School in Old Hazelton is getting a new name and logo. The school will now be called Majagaleehl Gali Aks to better represent the community and students. The new name means “flowers of the rivers,” referring to both the children and the numerous waterways in Gitxsan territory. Although the new name originates from the Gitxsan language, principal Mark Newbery understands the importance of recognizing all aspects of the school’s culture. “There was a request that we somewhere, somehow, recognize the French curriculum that we are teaching at this school,” Newbery said, adding that the French immersion program is a big part of the school. Principal Newbery said that 80 per cent of the student body is Gitxsan so the name change “provides a sense of ownership.” “It helps the kids see their culture reflected, respected and recognized by the

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school,” he said. Despite the tricky spelling, “most people not familiar with the Gitxsan language can pronounce it with some degree of accuracy after practicing anyway,” he reassured. Newbery explained that the process of choosing the new name was a community effort including students, teachers, a committee, local chiefs and elders. The logo will be done in a similar fashion. “We put out a request to local artists with the direction that the logo should celebrate the English, French and Gitxsan,” Newbery said. The grand prize is $500 and the contest is open to all local artists. “The logo will represent the name, so, a river, a flower, and then perhaps, three Gitxsan symbols—each one representative of English, Gitxsan, and French,” he said hoping to spark the creative juices in local artists. Newbery said that by the contest closes at the end of May and they are hoping to have plenty of entries to choose from. “It’s exciting!” The name change and logo will be in place for next school year.

New Hazelton RCMP responded to 77 calls during the week of week of May 8-14. May 8 - 10:05 p.m., police were called to the 3900 block of Pugsley Ave. in New Hazelton where a male wearing a cowboy hat, white shirt and blue jeans was seen attempting to gain entry to a residence. The male was frightened off by a neighbour. May 8 - 9:24 p.m., while patrolling Gitanmaax, police located an intoxicated male urinating in the Fire Hall parking lot. The male was identified and determined to be on release conditions which prevented him from being outside his home while intoxicated. The male was arrested and released the following day. Charges are pending. May 9 - 2:30 a.m., police

observed a suspicious male walking on Cottonwood Dr. in Gitanmaax. The male was identified as a youth who was on a curfew condition. The male was arrested for breach of that condition and charges are pending. May 10 - 4:03 p.m., police received a report of a breach of the Radio Telecommunications Act where a male was yelling and swearing over the VHF radio. May 11 - 8:48 p.m., police were called to attend a structure fire at the corner of 20 Ave. and Broadway in South Hazelton. An abandoned travel trailer was fully consumed in the fire. Anyone with information can call the New Hazelton RCMP at 250-842-5244 or CRIMESTOPPERS.

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This year’s Kispiox Valley Rodeo is May 31 to June 1.

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The Kispiox Valley Rodeo is coming up and some changes around camping are coming. Spokesperson Brenda Nelson said this year they will be enforcing the policy of no early camping at the rodeo grounds. She said this is in response to parking and camping problems in the past. Campers may start coming in on Thursday, May 29 from 5 to 9 p.m. and then after 8 a.m. on Friday for the rest of the weekend. Nelson said there are no reservations. The gates will be locked during the week prior to the rodeo. There is a private campground at 2058 Kispiox Valley Road that campers can use as an alternative before the event. The rodeo will be held on May 31 to June 1. There will be entertainment and rodeo action with food concessions, including the famous BBQ Beef.

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Shirley StanleyBelisle is running a marathon in Iceland to raise money for the Canadian Diabetes Association. The chronic disease, in which the body either can neither produce insulin or properly use the insulin it produces, affects more than nine million Canadians, including Stanley-Belisle’s granddaughter. Brianna was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in September at the age of 10. “She gives her self insulin five times a day,” she said. “She’s a real trooper. After only a couple of months, she was giving her

own injections. But it is a struggle all the time. It was a lifechanging experience and she is still coming to terms with it,” Stanley-Belisle said. “There isn’t much you can do except support her and her family. I can run, so I decided to join Team Diabetes and run a marathon in Iceland. We wanted something positive to come out of her diagnosis.” She has named her team, Team Banana, because that’s her nickname for her granddaughter. Stanley-Belisle has almost raised her goal of $6,100. She said she has had amazing support from the community. Most of the donations have come in at her bake sale, a fitness day and

a garage sale. She has also been selling banana bread to tie in with her team name. Anyone still wishing to contribute can do so on the Canadian Diabetes website. StanleyBelisle’s profile is on the site so people can donate directly to her run. “I don’t think my run in Iceland is going to cure diabetes but hopefully some money will go into the research pot and maybe one day there will be a cure.” Stanley-Belisle’s family will be traveling with her to Reykjavik, Iceland in August. Some members of the family will being doing smaller portions of the race. The run is on August 23.

Shirley Stanley-Belisle and her grand-daughter Brianna, who was diagnosed with diabetes last year.

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Concerns flow in about TransCanada using Kispiox River water From KISPIOX on Front Davis Sheremata, Spokesperson for TransCanada Corporation, said they have provided the OGC with Environment Management Plans. He said they are withdrawing freshwater from the Kispiox River, but only a small amount. According to the Water Act, TransCanada does not have to seek approval to withdraw water for its geotechnical activities because it is not located in a park, the diversion point is not less than five metres wide and it is not legally designated as sensitive or a stream subject to a temporary reduction order under the Fish Protection Act. “OGC is the approving authority, and they carefully review each application to ensure it meets the appropriate standards before any activity can take place,” Sheremata said in an email. “Notification is also given to local aboriginal communities prior to commencement. In the cases of the Skeena and Kispiox

drilling, we have the support of the Gitxsan houses on whose traditional territory the drilling is taking place.” Near the Kispiox River, TransCanada has been given investigative permits to conduct borehole drilling. It is being done back from riverbanks, typically 50 to 70 metres, and Sheremata said there is no impact on the rivers during testing. He explained the drilling is being done to determine the technical feasibility of safely constructing a pipeline at each crossing. The testing is being done for the proposed Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Project that would deliver natural gas from a point near Hudson’s Hope to the proposed Pacific NorthWest LNG facility on Lelu Island, within the District of Port Edward, if approved. The project is currently being reviewed by the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office.

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Social Worker position available for Hagwilget Village Council Administers a Social Development Program: • Assists with home support and adult care programs • Assists in the development of community resources, capacities, and service • Establishes and maintains sound working relationships with other Village staff, departmental staff, and representatives of other departments and agencies. • Knowledgeable regarding all social assistance policy, financial reporting and procedures. Duties Administers a Social Development Program by: • Taking social assistance applications from applicants, with supplementary documentation such as job separation slips, other forms and statements as required. • Assessing each application and the applicant’s circumstances to establish needs, and identify available resources and possible alternative means of support. • Completing budget and decision sheets to determine eligibility for social assistance on the basis of identified needs and resources. • Issuing assistance at rates the AANDC (Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada) Social Development Policy and Procedures Manual to applicants who meet eligibility requirements. • Assisting employable recipients to seek and secure work • Encouraging and facilitating the enrollment of recipients in training or educational programs that will enhance employability • Interpreting policy and procedures to clients for their better understanding of the purposes, services, and requirements of the program, including the client’s obligation to report income and changes in their circumstances, and to accept work, or to undertake training when available. • Explaining to applicants the right to appeal, where disagreement exists, and the procedure to be followed in exercising this right • Maintaining a confidential file on each client which is to include case recordings and copies of all required forms in connection with application for assistance, correspondence regarding the case and records of all disbursements of funds, including amounts and purposes. • Completing report forms for submission to AANDC. • Referring persons requiring special rehabilitative or off-reserve placement services to other agencies as appropriate • Participating in seminars, workshops and training programs to upgrade skills and knowledge relevant to the position. The successful applicant will establishes and maintain a sound working relationship with other Village staff, departmental staff and representative of other departments and agencies such as Human Resource Development Canada, provincial Ministry of Human Resources, Medical Services Branch, and mental health programs. Must have a driver’s license and a criminal record check. Supervision will be under the direction of the Village Administrator. Close date for submission is May 30th, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. Only those who are short listed will be contacted. Salary will be based on qualifications. Please submit cover letter and resume with pertinent certificates to: Hagwilget Village Council, P.O. Box 460, New Hazelton, B.C.V0J 2J0

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POWELL RIVER and Region Transition House Society is posting for a full-time “Stopping the Violence Counsellor.” For a complete job posting, please email Julie at chamberj@telus.net. Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416

Home Care/Support NURSES, Foot Care Nurses, Care Aides, Home Cleaners - Bayshore Home Health is hiring casual, oncall RNs, LPNs, certified care aides and experienced cleaners. If you are: personable; energetic; positive; possess an outstanding work ethic; a passion for superior client service, and a reliable vehicle, pls forward your resume c/w 2 references to hsellors@bayshore.ca. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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Housekeeping Must be able to work flexible hours, be available on weekends, and work independently. Must be reliable. Please drop off resume at front desk or email lisat@citywest.ca

Capri Motor Inn HELP WANTED Bulkley Restorations Ltd. is looking for a full time Bookkeeper in Smithers BC. Must have a valid drivers licence, exceptional, professional telephone and computer skills. Must have 5 years or more experience with Simply Accounting, Word, Excel, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Remittances, Reconciliations and other office duties. Deliver resume in person to 4068 Railway Avenue, Smithers, BC, attention to Sandra Duarte-Office Manager. Wages will be assessed on level of experience. No phone calls please. For additional information email: bulkleyrestorations@telus.net or check out our website www.bulkleyrestorations.ca.

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Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is a 18,000 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. We are currently recruiting for the following positions to join our team:

INSTRUMENTATION MECHANIC

Reporting to the Chief Electrician, the successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, calibration, repair and maintenance of all electronic process control Àeld instrumentation in a , tonne per day modern copper concentrator. You must be able to perform in a team-oriented environment of instrumentation and electrical peers. Candidates require an Instrumentation Mechanic Journeyman’s ticket, experience in an industrial environment, and experience with control systems particularly the Foxboro DCS, Modicon and Allen %radley would be a deÀnite asset. *ood interpersonal and communication skills are required.

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Reporting to the Chief Electrician, this position is responsible for the installation, commissioning, repair and maintenance of all electrical apparatus in a , tonne per day modern copper concentrator. You must be able to perform in a team oriented environment of electrical and instrumentation peers. The successful candidate must possess a journeyman’s trade qualiÀcation and have a minimum of Àve years experience in an industrial environment with preference to individuals with experience in a mineral processing plant. Instrumentation, PLC and programming experience would be considered an asset. *ood interpersonal and communication skills are a must.

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Reporting to the Site Services Supervisor, the successful candidate will be part of the Site Services Team which is responsible for the repair and upkeep of a and person camps and mine site buildings and infrastructure. Duties include camp maintenance, industrial piping including HDPE process lines and pump maintenance, welding and fabricating and some equipment operating (loaders and excavators). The successful candidate must possess a journeyman’s trade qualiÀcation and have a minimum of Àve years experience in an industrial environment. Preference will be given to applicants with mining experience and individuals who are also licensed or experienced in welding. *ood interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position. Huckleberry Mines is a remote mine where its employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. The work schedule for these positions is 4 x 3 (4 days on, 3 days off) or 7 x 7 (7 days on, 7 days off). Transportation to and from the mine site is provided and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. More information on Huckleberry Mines can be found at www.infomine.com, click on Careers and then on Employers of Choice. Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of beneÀts including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan. We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those in consideration will be contacted. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Interested candidates can forward a completed resume to:

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Garage Sales

Bulkley Valley Credit Union’s Annual Garage Sale Fundraiser Proceeds go to Heart and Stroke Foundation and Canadian Cancer Society

Friday, May 23, 4:30-7:30pm 3894 First Ave. (back parking of BVCU Smithers branch)

Bulkley Valley Donations of items for the sale can be dropped off at

CREDIT UNION the branch during business hours before 4:30 May 23 4646 10th Avenue New Hazelton, BC Ph. (250) 842-2255 email: infohaz@bvcu.com

2365 Copeland Avenue Houston, BC Ph. (250) 845-7117

Lakeview Mall Burns Lake, BC Ph. (250) 692-7761

email: infohous@bvcu.com

email: infolakes@bvcu.com

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3894 1st Avenue Smithers, BC Ph. (250) 847-3255 email: infosmi@bvcu.com

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Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for Sale

Acreage for Sale

For Sale By Owner

Houses For Sale

Townhouses

Motorcycles

STEEL BUILDINGS. Hot savings - Spring sale! 20x24 $4,348. 25x24 $4,539. 30x30 $6,197. 32x36 $7,746. 40x46 $12,116. 47x72 $17,779. One end wall included. Call Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 or online: www.pioneersteel.ca

PROPERTY FOR SALE on Morgan Rd, Smithers, 10 acres, nicely treed, mostly level, private, 10 mins to town on a cul-de-sac. $99,000. 250877-9565

5 BDRM HOME IN TELKWA FOR SALE

1995 MOBILE HOME FOR SALE Well mntnd at HB Trlr Prk, new roof, 2 bed, 2 full bath, vaulted ceilings, sky-light ,lrg deck, 2 sheds. $89,900 847-4028

SMITHERS, 3 bdrm, Recently reno’d $975 + util. N/P. Ref’s req’d. 250-846-5269.

KLR KAWASAKI 650 (current model) exc. cond., 13,000 hwy miles. $4,950. 250-846-9690.

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

For Rent: Commercial shop @ 790 sq. ft. Light industrial zone w/ office and covered storage. $850 per mon. 250-877-2290

3200 sq ft, 4 bath, includes washer & dryer, fridge & stove, dishwasher hot tub, natural gas, contact 250-845-3315

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4 OUT OF 5 PEOPLE WITH DIABETES DIE OF HEART DISEASE.

HOUSE FOR SALE

MULTI-FAMILY Garage Sale Highway 16 Telkwa, across from gas station 8am-12pm, watch for balloons.

3300 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom house on 7.4 acres, 3 minutes east of Burns Lake. Large kitchen with 2 islands and Jenn-Air cooktop stove. French doors leading to deck. Sunken living room and family room with fireplace and sliding doors to deck. Maple and tile floors throughout. 30’x40’ shop, 2 car garage attached to the house. Paved driveway. Minutes from world class mountain biking trails, incredible lakes and the most beautiful outdoor recreation area. Asking $345,000 obo. Call or text 250-692-0825/250-692-0506

Sat May 24 - 3844 Newens Rd. Huge Huge Garage Sale: gardening, household, hay elevator, horse stuff, electronics & printer, 2 quads, 1 kids snowmobile, automotive stuff, books etc.

Rentals Homes for Rent

For Sale By Owner

HOUSE FOR SALE IN HOUSTON: 4460 GUN RANGE ROAD

4 BDRM HOUSE for rent on Telkwa High Rd. $1600./mo., avail. immed. 250-846-5855.

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but it’s full of promise when you ask for your returns to be donated to the BC Special Olympics at the Smithers Bottle Depot Advertising space donated by The Interior News

Transportation

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Asking $295,000

1996 Custom built home on 4.99 acres. 4 Large Bedrooms/ 3 Bathrooms.

2009 PONTIAC VIBE

Many Renovations & updates over last couple years... New exterior siding, concrete parking ,000 ED TO $285 and sidewalk - Upstairs flooring, PRICE REDUC doors and kitchen countertops Downstairs completely new construction 2011, 1500 sq foot main floor, spacious kitchen, dining and living rooms, master bedroom and ensuite + 2 large bedrooms, 1500 sq foot basement, large bedroom and ensuite, Large rec room, laundry, utility and storage rooms, Extensive upgrades to water system, pellet stove and kitchen appliances included.

excellent condition, 60,000 kms, fully loaded with a set of winter tires. Manual, front wheel drive. $9800

Serious Inquires contact Jason 250-845-8153

Mobile Homes & Parks

Tenders

Limited Partnership

1080 sq ft. modular home Manufactured by SRI Homes 2005, 3 bedroom 2 Bath (one Ensuite) 200 Amp service, electric forced air Must be moved, excellent condition $85,000

Wrecker/Used Parts

“Home of a Million Parts” • Eco Friendly & money saving • Preserve natural resources • 6ave valuaEle land¿ll • Provide tested OEM repair parts at a fraction of the price

Please call 250-847-3730

Will

HARRIS AUTO WRECKERS LTD 3471 Old Babine Lake Road Smithers, BC V0J 2N6 Phone: 847-2114 Fax: 847-1445 Email: harrisauto@bulkley.net

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Call (250) 251-4500 or (250) 698-7533

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For Sale: Modular Home • • • • • •

Recreational/Sale FOR SALE 1989 18.5 Ft. Lynx 5th Wheel Trlr, Dual Axel, Hitch Incl., 3 pc Bath,no leaks, 4 Brnr Stove w oven, VGC $4,900 OBO 847-5498

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Legal Notices

Tender Invitation for Open Volume Contract 2014-DCF-002 Volume Location Upset Rate Term

15,000m3 Equity Mine Road $16.45/m3 - Expires March 31, 2015

Bidder Eligibility - must be a BC Forest SAFE certified company - must be EMS approved contractor

Closing Date: May 30, 2014 – 4:30 pm Contact – Please contact Andrew Leffers @ 250-845-5239 for Tender packages.

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE 1506

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Please be advised that Mountain View Silviculture Ltd. is proposing to remove the private land (131.4 hectares) from Woodlot License 1506 located on Lawson Road (near Telkwa).

$322,000 3910 11th Ave, Smithers

mls n235920

This four bedroom, two bath home has a great kitchen with granite counters & stainless appliances. Large, heated wired garage, paved drive and fenced yard.

www.sandrah.biz

Personal Real Estate Corporation

Sandra Hinchliffe

Inquiries or comments relating to this proposal must be submitted to Mountain View Silviculture Ltd. Box 3849 Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 by June 18th, 2014.

Cell 250-847-0725

Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to. Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting Mountain View Silviculture Ltd. at (250) 847-5459.

250-847-5999

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Bulkley Valley Real Estate

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

250-847-5999

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

$84,900

NEW LISTING

$175,000

$299,500

NEW LISTING

$249,500

NEW LISTING

$47,500

NEW LISTING

$369,500

1320 Coalmine Road, Telkwa

1650 Telegraph Street, Telkwa

1551 Walnut Street, Telkwa

1604 Willow Street, Telkwa

#36 Hudson Bay MHP

1373 Cronin Place

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Large residential lot Subdivision potential, 3 lots Multi family potential Cleared with services available

Peter Lund

mls n235403

$300,500

NEW LISTING

Log home, 1½ storey, metal roof 2 bedrooms, vaulted ceilings Wood insert in fireplace, carport New carpets, some new windows

Donna Grudgfield

mls n235825

$45,000

NEW LISTING

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Gas firsplace, garden doors to deck Huge yard, fenced Double garage, double paved drive

Donna Grudgfield

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$326,500

NEW LISTING

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Newly renovated, new kitchen Covered carport, parking for RV Gardeners paradise, fenced, raised beds

Donna Grudgfield

mls n235809

$410,000

NEW LISTING

2 bedroom mobile home Large sundeck Covered porch/storage Bright and open design

Donna Grudgfield NEW PRICE

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms Triple paved driveway Gas fireplace, hot tub, view New backyard fence

Donna Grudgfield

mls n235886

$298,000

NEW PRICE

mls n235305

$137,000

4055 Second Avenue

Lot 5 Chestnut Street, Telkwa

4187 Seventh Avenue

Telkwa High Road

Coalmine Road, Telkwa

2238 Law Avenue, Houston

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2800 sf home with 2 bedroom suite Total rent $2,100/month Newer windows, flooring, roofing www.smitherhomes.com

Ron Lapadat

Ridge lot mountain views Level building site, full services avail Cul-de-sac location, 0.257 acre www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

$56,000

NEW PRICE

mls n235680

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Great location and view Paved drive, fenced yard, carport Many upgrades

Sandra Hinchliffe

$254,000

mls n235669

317 acres Mostly forested, some timber value Views and southwest exposure Not in ALR, zoned for 69 acres

Sandra Hinchliffe

$389,900

NEW PRICE

mls n235270

140 acres in 2 titles H—2 Borders village boundaries Hydro, telephone & established road www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

$309,000

3450 sq ft former gov’t building Zone P—1, public/institutional .45 acre lot, paved parking www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

mls n228393

$569,000

mls n4506042

$319,500

#41 – 4430 Highway 16

3489 Eighth Avenue

3475 Simcoe Avenue

124 Ross Lake Rd, New Hazelton

7639 Tatlow Road

4960 Morris Road, Telkwa

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Well kept 3 bedroom with addition Updated, clean, quick possession Includes appliances www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

mls n234700

Tidy compact 1,075 sf home 3 bdrm, 1 bath w/ open living area Roomy attached 35x16 garage/shop Roof/siding 2009, appliances incl.

Charlie McClary

mls n234502

3 bdrm, 2 bath home on 5.05 acres Heated kitchen floor, central vac Updates to flooring, lighting, paint 40x60 barn, fenced, double carport

Karen Benson

$365,000

$237,500

mls n231260

20 acres, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 28x32 shop, covered Gardens, outbuildings, private www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

mls n234964

$255,000

285 acres, borders crown land 50x140 shop with 50x40 heated 30x40 & 24x24 new building 2012 www.realestatesmithers.com

Leo Lubbers

$515,000

Lovely country cottage on 5 acres 4 bdrm, 3 bath, walk out basement Views, sunshine, fenced for horses www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

mls n4505964

mls n231340

$484,500

$305,000

1650 Telegraph Street, Telkwa

5264 Nouch Road

1330 Pine Street, Telkwa

7351 Boundary Road

3835 Third Avenue

710 Mitten Mainline Rd, Hazelton

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Great sunny Telkwa location Access to trails, including Tyhee Lk 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 levels www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

mls n233601

3 bedroom log home, 5 acres Glacier view, 24x32 shop 20x40 equipment shed, very private www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

mls n231712

Renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home Large 0.6 acre lot, subdividable New vinyl windows and siding www.smithershomes.com

Ron Lapadat

$284,500

$322,000

mls n233975

157 acre farm property 1988, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home Large garage, barn & machine shed View, hay and cross fencing

Sandra Hinchliffe

$494,500

mls n233491

Well maintained and solid 4 bedrooms, fenced yard Excellent commercial location Zoned residential or commercial

Sandra Hinchliffe

$269,500

Kispiox riverfront retreat Comfortable cabin, awesome fish run 98 acre farm with fertile meadows Groomed trail to Bearscat Lake

Ron & Charlie

mls n233777

mls n230689

$47,400

$429,000

3985 Seventh Avenue

5166 Nielson Road

7066 Glacier Gulch Road

1741 Tower Street, Telkwa

3277 Turner Way

#34 – 4430 Highway 16

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Centrally located family home Split entry, 2570 sf, 4 bdrm, 3 bath Kitchen reno, updates 2012/2014 Fenced yard, double carport, RV

Charlie McClary

mls n233336

Country home, 1080 sf, 2 bedroom Pristine setting 5 min to town Vaulted ceilings, rock fp, open design Detached sauna building

Charlie McClary

$174,900

mls n231509

4 bdrm, 2 bathroom custom home Geothermal heat, HRV, 6.45 acres Hardwood, new roof shingles Immaculate and move-in ready

Karen Benson

$81,900

mls n234946

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom family home Gorgeous river & mountain views 2 sundecks, double carport, sauna Updates to furnace, hot water, floor

Karen Benson

$91,500

mls n234242

4 bdrm, 3 bath, immaculate home Double garage, shed, decks Vaults, hardwood, office, storage Fenced yard with paved lane

Karen Benson

$259,900

Clean, well kept, 2 bedrooms Separate laundry rm, covered deck Newer twin sealed vinyl windows Affordable bright, storage shed

Jantina Meints

mls n235295

$48,000

mls n235000

$210,000

2690 Bulkley Drive

#3 – 95 Laidlaw Road

#7 – 95 Laidlaw Road

4354 Elm Drive

Lot 2 Chestnut Street, Telkwa

1206 Dogwood Street, Telkwa

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Affordable country living, 4.6 acres 1995 2 bdrm mobile, mud room Close to town, trail to river Partially fenced, vaulted ceilings

Jantina Meints

mls n234999

Peter Lund Res. 847-3435

1993 2 bedroom mobile Located in Mountain View Park Vaulted ceilings, open & bright Huge bathroom with soaker tub

Kiesha Matthews

Donna Grudgfield Cell. 847-1228

mls n234243

Leo Lubbers Cell. 847-1292

1996 3 bedroom mobile Vaulted ceilings Many large windows 5piece bath, soaker tub, dual vanity

Kiesha Matthews

Ron Lapadat Cell. 847-0335

It adds up when you ask for your returns to be donated to the BC Special Olympics at the Smithers Bottle Depot Advertising space donated by The Interior News

mls n235244

5 bedroom, 2 bathroom home New kitchen appliances All new vinyl windows Many more upgrades

Kiesha Matthews

Sandra Hinchliffe Cell. 847-0725

mls n234937

Charlie McClary Cell. 877-1770

Large .314 acre building lot In Woodland Park in Telkwa Slightly sloped Hudson Bay Mountain views

Kiesha Matthews

Karen Benson Cell. 847-0548

ECONO ADS Items FOR SALE up to $500

Awesome 3 bedroom home Brand new kitchen &vinyl siding Huge fenced yard Massive wired & heated shop

Kiesha Matthews

mls n232493

Jantina Meints Cell. 847-3144

mls n234201

Kiesha Matthews Cell. 876-8420

5 +GST Ph. 847-3266 Fax 847-2995 $

3764 Broadway Avenue, Smithers

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The Interior News

“I look at Northern Gateway and see a project that will build families and communities for generations. That’s what I’m most proud of.” - Catherine Pennington, Senior Manager, Community Benefits & Sustainability

Meet the expert:

We at Northern Gateway are committed to ensuring that jobs and business opportunities will be available to people living near the Project’s right-of-way.

IT ALL ADDS UP TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT In Catherine’s experience, removing barriers to employment has a huge impact – not just on individual job seekers, but on their communities as well. When you connect someone to a job, you also build individual and social pride, enhanced connections, dignity and ultimately, stronger sustainable communities. “As a trained social worker with experience in community development, I have found it very rewarding to work in Industry. You have the opportunity to create really meaningful outcomes that are mutually beneficial. Our model of shared responsibility for working with communities is unique and is being emulated by other companies.”

DEDICATED TO MEANINGFUL ABORIGINAL INCLUSION Catherine connects willing job seekers with existing and emerging opportunities. She is focused on helping the Project meet its goal of having Aboriginal people comprise 15 per cent of the construction workforce. “Many Northern communities are experiencing or have experienced desperate cycles of poverty, in part due to a lack of the necessary skills for the existing employment opportunities. I believe people in Northern and North Western B.C. have yet to fully realize their enormous potential. By actively investing in better education and skills training, opportunities for advancement and connections to good, steady jobs, we know we can make a real difference.”

SUCCESS ACROSS THE NORTH We have held discussions with numerous training providers, colleges, universities and employment service providers in Northern B.C. to identify programming needs to help Aboriginal and local people take advantage of the surge in energy projects in the region. We have also worked to tailor programming to the needs of individual communities. “Fundamentally, there’s nothing more powerful than helping someone make that connection to employment, because it leads to a larger, more positive and healthier social outcome.” As a company and a neighbour, we want to see Northern residents get the best opportunities because that benefits us all. It’s how we will build more than a safer, better pipeline, we will help build a better B.C.

Learn more at gatewayfacts.ca

Working in partnership with B.C. and Alberta First Nations and Métis Communities, and leading energy companies in Canada

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Catherine Pennington spearheads our community benefits and sustainability initiatives which include education and skills development. For over 10 years, she has lived and worked in Northern B.C. with First Nation and Métis communities, creating partnerships and programs that focus on improving employment and social outcomes for the long term.