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Maddy Poker Ride

It was the 3rd Maddy Poker ride on Saturday May 24, the poker ride enables the family of Madison Scott to maintain a presence and sustain awareness within the community regarding Maddy’s disappearance. The event is a gathering of friends, family and community members walking, quading or enjoying the ride on horseback. There were 187 quads, 37 walkers and 65 horses at the event. Photo by Anna Pye

Minerals North Conference overwhelming success The Minerals North Conference held from May 2123rd was an overwhelming success. More than 450 delegates and exhibitors made the trip to Vanderhoof for the conference, which was one the largest events ever held in Vanderhoof. The Tradeshow was fully booked, filling the Vanderhoof arena inside and out with interesting booths and exhibits. New Gold’s Heavy Equipment Simulator was a big hit, and one of the most visited exhibits. Key note speakers Jim Bottomley and Chief Clarence Louie were informative and entertaining speakers that

were well received and enjoyed by all. The education portion of Minerals North went off without a hitch, and was well received by over 180 students from grades one through ten. The students had hands on experience with rocks and minerals during the Minerals Education Program. Brandt Tractor’s excavator (M4 provided an operator), Speed Way Tire’s tire station, Vanderhoof Search and Rescue’s GPS, and New Gold’s Heavy Equipment simulator. Students also benefited from learning about careers in the mining industry. Continued on page 15

Suspicious male

Vanderhoof RCMP has received a report of a suspicious male that has stopped and attempted to speak with a young male three times over the past month. On these occasions, the young male was biking alone along a stretch of Loop Road in Vanderhoof when the male stopped and attempted to speak with the boy. The young male ignored the unknown male and continued to bike away. The male was wearing sunglasses, with a long beard and was driving an older blue pick up truck, possibly a single cab Ford Ranger. Vanderhoof RCMP would like to identify and speak with this person for further details. If you have information on this file, please contact the Vanderhoof RCMP at 250-567-2222. If you wish to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(8477).

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May 28th marks three years since Madison Scott’s disappearance By Todd Hamilton with files from Omineca Express staff Find Maddy. Three years ago today, Madison “Maddy” Scott went missing and Vanderhoof has never been the same. Maddy’s missing posters still adorn mailboxes, bulletin boards, bumper stickers and buildings throughout the area as a testament that hope still exists that she will be found. Scott’s family, who wished not to be interviewed, issued a statement on Friday prior to the Maddy Poker Ride through the Vanderhoof RCMP. “May 28th will mark three years since the disappearance of Madison Scott. It remains an unexplained mystery that leaves a family searching for answers, and ultimately the return of a loved one. The days are often extended and certainly do not get easier as time elapses. The holidays tend to lose the majority of their significance with the absence of a family member, thus resulting in an incomplete gathering. Our days are consumed reflecting on her presence and the memories, while we anticipate the dreams that present the opportunity for the long-delayed reconnection; the opportunity to communicate a few words, or the grasp of a hug is an indescribable sensation, although it is a just dream. “We grip closely the words that include hope,

faith, believe and love, which have simply coalesced within our daily language. The respective connotations produce positive energies that have enabled us to remain strong and convinced that the desired solutions will be yielded. One of the most difficult aspects is having the matters of a reserved family become a public affair. Although we all have become much invested in retrieving a common explanation, the words to address the topic are most challenging to find, and often awkward to communicate. Furthermore, it is near impossible to find the appropriate words to express our appreciation for the persisting support. Our family has been extremely fortunate to be surrounded by relentless family, friends, and communities. We are forever grateful for the enduring and continuous support,” the Scott family statement said. “Our family has been preparing for the third Maddy Poker Ride as we approach the date of Maddy’s disappearance. The poker ride enables our family to maintain our presence and sustain awareness within the community. It is also an opportunity to correspondingly enjoy the activities that Maddy loves most. This event is a true representation of Maddy; it has become a social gathering of friends, family, and community members in a setting in which Maddy blooms most while presenting a connection to the outdoors through her preferred activities. We hope you are able to join us in this opportunity to maintain the awareness and Continued on page 16

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“A strong B.C. economy benefits all Canadians” - John Winter, President & CEO, B.C. Chamber of Commerce

John Winter is the President and CEO of the British Columbia Chamber of Commerce, advocating on behalf of more than 125 Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade and over 36,000 businesses across the province.

“Small business in B.C. drives our economy,” says John. “Northern Gateway’s commitment to buy and hire locally will generate jobs and lasting economic opportunities for small businesses along the right-of-way and throughout the province. That’s what we’ve seen time and again when large-scale nation-building infrastructure projects like Northern Gateway are built in B.C.”

An investment in B.C. small business One of the most promising aspects of the Project is Northern Gateway’s commitment to supporting small business. Over the course of the construction phase alone, over $800 million in goods and services will be purchased from local businesses in Northern B.C.

A strong economy and a clean environment can go hand-in-hand John Winter believes that B.C.’s commitment to a strong business climate and high environmental standards sends a powerful message to international investors looking to B.C. and to Canada. “The investment community has been closely watching the Northern Gateway project. It’s an indicator of our openness to resource development and other investments. The recent decision by the Joint Review Panel to recommend approval of the Project sends the message that B.C. and Canada are open for business.” “I believe Northern Gateway will meet the high environmental standards we all expect. With natural, deep-water access to the Pacific, a skilled workforce and a tradition of doing things right, B.C. is well-positioned to move oil safely westward, to the high-demand markets in Asia.” Northern Gateway welcomes the support of the B.C. Chamber of Commerce because in addition to building a safer, better pipeline, we are helping to build a better B.C.

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Nechako Lakes School District students participate in the Beijing Summer Camp 2014

Participants this year are (left to right): Ryan Skinner, Lakes District Secondary, Emma Conlon, Lakes District Secondary, Lara Hartman, Fraser Lake Secondary, Jamie Shen, Fraser Lake Secondary, Kimberly McGregor, 2012 Participant – NVSS (not participating this year)

Homestay Families Required to Host Foreign Students School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) has openings for families to host foreign students coming to our communities and attending our schools. Potential homestay parents are required to have a criminal record check and an interview prior to finalizing a homestay agreement. Families receive a monthly allocation to assist with this project. If you are interested in providing a homestay placement for a student during the current school year, or would like to find out more about this program, please contact the School Board Office in Vanderhoof at (250) 567-2284 or email international@sd91.bc.ca.

Submitted For the fourth consecutive summer, four high school students from across the Nechako Lakes School District will be leaving for Beijing, China on July 11th to participate in a ten-day summer camp. The camp is hosted by the Beijing International Education Exchange (BIEE), a non-profit organization affiliated to Beijing Municipal Education Commission, which would be the equivalent to BC’s provincial Ministry of Education.

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Health Minister Terry Lake issued the following statement in recognition of Paramedic Services Week, May 25 - 31, 2014: “British Columbia’s paramedics are an integral part of provincial health-care teams and deliver a wide range of emergency medical services including patient transfer, 9-1-1 response, and emergency services. They are also the vital initial contact patients have with our health-care system in times of crisis or emergency. “Our province’s over 3,800 paramedics respond to over 500,000 calls every year providing life-saving treatment and transportation for more than 4.4 million B.C. residents in urban, rural and remote regions throughout the province. “Paramedics’ skills and training make them well-suited for a variety of patient-care settings. We are exploring new roles for paramedics in patients’ homes and communities. In most cases, paramedics already have the skills and our government wants to make sure that they have as much professional opportunity as possible as we move to new innovative patientcare models in all regions of the province. “The recent tentative, five-year contract with health-care workers, including paramedics, will enable them to better utilize their skills and expand their career opportunities. “Once the agreement is ratified, we will work with paramedics to develop these and other opportunities for them to perform an expanded role in our health system in communities throughout the province. This is part of an increased focus on patient-centred care and will reduce 9-1-1 calls, visits to the emergency room - and will utilize the skills of paramedics in areas that can be rewarding for paramedics and patients. “B.C.’s paramedics are health professionals with much to offer the overall health-care system. Finding innovative ways to use their skills will allow for better health-care options and better career opportunities for paramedics themselves. “As we find more innovative ways to improve patientcentred care in the province, I know that British Columbia’s paramedics will be an important part of this progress towards a more responsive, functional and efficient health care-system.”

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70th Anniversary D-Day Commemoration On 6 June 1944, 14,000 Canadians took part in the Allied invasion of Normandy, France that would eventually lead to an overall Allied Victory in European theatres of war. It would become known to history as D-Day. The Canadian Armed Forces suffered 5,500 casualties during the Normandy Campaign; 359 Canadians lost their lives on Juno Beach on the first day. This year the Juno Beach Centre commemorates their sacrifice by installing 359 Tribute Markers – one for every Canadian soldier killed in action on D-Day – on Juno Beach. These brave men went to the school down your street, sat in your church every Sunday, and worked at your businesses. Some of them were really only boys as young as 18; they stormed the beach fresh out of high school and minor sports. Canada’s D-Day Tribute Campaign aims to give Canadians the opportunity to recognize

their nation’s contributions. Engage in an Act of Remembrance by paying tribute to those individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice. Lance Corporal Andrew James Finnie, born February 06, 1913, died. June 06, 1944. Lance Corporal Finnie was a member of the British Columbia Canadian Scottish Regiment, R.C.I.C., the son of Andrew and Janet Meikle Finnie; he married Margaret Elizabeth Silver. Lance Corporal Finnie’s family members still reside in Vanderhoof. Lance Corporal Finnie died on Juno Beach and is buried at the Beny-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery in Calvados France. Join us as we commemorate the sacrifice of Lance Corporal Andrew James Finnie and all of the brave Canadians who gave their lives on Juno Beach June 6, 1944. Friday June 6th, 2014 1:30 pm, Ferland Park, Vanderhoof

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New Gold brings Heavy Equipment Operator Simulator to Minerals North Gold’s Heavy Equipment Operator Simulator and test drive bulldozers, rock graders, rock trucks, loaders, backhoes and excavators, as part of the conference’s mining education program. “We’re focused on making sure local communities have access to local training and education opportunities,” said Gallagher. “Bringing the Heavy Equipment Operator Simulator to Minerals North gives everyone a chance to try out the equipment and learn a little more about mining as a career choice.” The simulator provides new learners with a handson experience and helps existing operators hone their skills. It can take many

years for heavy equipment operators to develop a high level of proficiency and simulators significantly reduce learning time and help address B.C.’s shortage of skilled labour. With an expected Blackwater Project workforce of 500 operations employees and 1,200 to 1,500 construction workers, Gallagher said New Gold is committed to hiring and contracting locally whenever possible. “We’re focused on making sure local communities have access to local training and education opportunities,” said Mr. Gallagher. “Bringing the Heavy Equipment Operator Simulator to Minerals North gives everyone a chance to try out the

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The District of Vanderhoof would like to officially thank the Minerals North Organizing committee, and all of Minerals North’s sponsors, delegates, trade show exhibitors, volunteers, and residents of Vanderhoof who made this event such an overwhelming success. You have made our community proud.

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The 24th Project Heavy Duty took place April 21, 22 and May 19, 20, 21. For the past 23 years, Project Heavy Duty has been exposing area students to the world of heavy equipment operation and the many career opportunities available to pursue. Project Heavy Duty provides students the opportunity to operate a broad range of industrial machinery such as skidders, loaders, feller-bunchers, gravel trucks, excavators, back-hoes, graders, earth moving machinery, and bobcats. Heavy equipment operation is an integral component of the forestry & mining sector and Project Heavy Duty strives to provide students critically important hands-on and relevant exposure. The five-day career awareness opportunity for 30 senior secondary school students also provided access to heavy duty mechanics, welders, partspersons, and auctioneers. A provincially-recognized career-awareness project, Project Heavy Duty could not be succesful without the continued support of community organizations, local business, industry, and dedicated volunteers. Companies assisting in the 24th Annual Project Heavy Duty were: YRB – Vanderhoof, Harry ‘O’ Contracting, Henry Klassen Sawmills, Vanderhoof Fire Dept, BID Construction, Ambroy Construction, BC Ambulance Service, Gordie Peters Logging, Vanderhoof Co-op, Gulbranson Logging, Endako Mines, Fraser Lake Sawmills, K&D Contracting, Pitka Logging Ltd., Lad Contracting, White River Contracting, Plowman Contracting, Nechako Excavating, Finning – Prince George, District of Vanderhoof, J.L. Kochel Contracting, Home Hardware and Northern Mountain Helicopters

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MINERALS NORTH Vanderhoof 2014

AT THE CORE OF IT ALL...

Minerals North 2014 in Vanderhoof was about much more than just rocks. Vanderhoof’s Justus Benckhuysen, Nechako operations cooordinator for Rio Tinto Alcan, left, Sylvia Lizotte, Vanderhoof 2014 Minerals North Committee transportation director and Orlanthia Habsburg enjoy a laugh at the tradeshow on Thursday.

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ven the bad news was good. Despite a drop of about 30 per cent in exploration in 2013 and the temporary shutdown of a number of coal mines, the message delivered at the 2014 Minerals North Conference in Vanderhoof last week was one of optimism. Although $474 million was spent in exploration in the province in 2013 and of that $201

million in the Skeena (northwest B.C.) region, which was down approximately 30 per cent from 2012, delegates and presenters at the conference said, the number is misleading. More than $600 million had been spent in 2012 and the 2013 numbers, while down, were still a record. “We’ve been doing really well in B.C. Both 2012 and 2013 were re-

cords for B.C., we need to sustain that ... we need not to rest on our laurels ... we need to figure out ways to make sure that trajectory continues to go up and that we continue to see more exploration investment in B.C. every year,” Bill Bennett, Minister of Energy and Mines, told delegates. “In 2001 ... it was about $30 million.” Continued on Page 10

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Minerals North 2014 wraps up on a note of optimism in Vanderhoof Low commodity prices dampen boom, but short and long-term forecasts positive particularly for northwest B.C. mining Continued from page 9 Bennett said lower commodity prices were to blame for the drop from 2012’s record levels. Regardless, despite the halt to some coal production due to low prices, the numbers were encouraging. “I know the [mining] industry is going through one of the typical tough times or difficult times ... because of commodity prices right now,” he said. “Surprisingly, the number of jobs in the industry were actually up three per cent over last year because of the new mines ... we also produced and shipped more coal and ore this past year even though prices were down.” Bennett also added that the dip from 2012 levels were not necessarily a harbinger of things to come. “Typically, when commodity prices go down, you see, especially after you come out of, what you might call a supercycle, you

had a bunch of small, new companies get started, you do see a fair number of [those] companies disappear during the downcycle ... there hasn’t been as many disappear as typically there would be,” he said. “In fact, just over the last three months or four months, junior companies have been finding funding easier than what they were a year ago ... not to suggest everything is peachy because I know it’s not ... but it is getting better, it is getting stronger.” Northwest B.C. over the past decade has benefitted from a major increase in mineral exploration and it’s something Bennett said needs to continue. “The exploration side of the industry is really important. You can’t have mines unless you have that lonely person out there kickin’ over rocks and finding something that makes it worthwhile to go out and raise some money and put a drill program on and take it from there,” he said. Bennett pointed to the opening of three

BILL BENNETT MINISTER OF ENERGY AND MINES

inister of Energy and Mines Bill Bennett, in what amounted to a state of the industry address to delegates at the 2014 Minerals North Conference in Vanderhoof, made a special point to address the importance First Nations have and will play in northern B.C.’s mining industry. Key to this, he said, is understanding that First Nation engagement at the very outset of any project is not only critical, but appropriate. ”The rights they have on the land and to the land this is the reality in Canada and it’s something we should embrace. And if we do embrace it, it makes it a hell of a lot easier to build mines,” he said. “We, as government, it took us a few years to figure it out but I think we have it figured out better than any province in the country.” Bennett also pointed to the New Gold -Blackwater project south of Vanderhoof as a sign of good things to come. “For a community like Vanderhoof, with what’s happening in the forestry industry, to have a project ... like the Blackwater project to proceed, would re-energize this community and this whole area,” Bennett said.

“The Blackwater project... would re-energize this community and this whole area.”

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new mines including Thompson Creek’s Mount Milligan northwest of Prince George and Giant Yellow on Banks Island south of Prince Rupert as proof that the tide had turned in mine start-ups. He also added that the Northwest Transmission Line should be up and running this summer to power the $500 million Red Chris Mine, which is also slated to begin operation in June. But for Vanderhoof the questions were all about the Blackwater project. Tim Bekhuys, environment and sustainability director for New Gold, owner of Blackwater, said the project is right on schedule. “In about two or three weeks, we’re going to file a 20,000-page environmental impact statement … that’s a real focus for us to make sure we have this project shovelready by this time next year,” Bekhuys told delegates. Bekhuys added that Vanderhoof continues to be key in the company’s plans.

TIM BEKHUYS NEW GOLD - BLACKWATER PROJECT

im Bekhuys, environment and sustainability director for New Gold, gave delegates an update on the Blackwater Project south of Vanderhoof. The project, if approved, will be larger than the Mount Milligan mine that recently was commissioned northwest of Prince George. The project, which has an estimated capital cost of $1.8 billion, will employ 1,000 to 1,500 people during the construction phase with 500 operational jobs over the mine’s expected 17-year lifespan. Bekhuys said the project is in what is called an “advanced exploration stage” with construction tentatively slated to begin in 2017. “We’re committed to seeing this developed over the next few years,” he said. But Bekhuys said New Gold isn’t banking solely on Blackwater in the area. “Blackwater is a very, very important project to us ... [but] our mandate is to look for other deposits, other opportunities in the area,” he said. “We think there is great potential in this area.”

“Our mandate is to look for other deposits, other opportunities in this area.”

-Tim Bekhuys

“Not to suggest everything is peachy ... but it’s getting better, it is getting stronger.”

- Bill Bennett Minister of Energy and Mines “We know without continuing to work with local people, local First Nations … whether it’s on training or just understand-

ing community goals, there is no point for us moving ahead on this project. We have to continue that and we will continue that with

CHIEF CLARENCE LOUIE OSOYOOS INDIAN BAND

utspoken Osoyoos Indian Band Chief Clarence Louie headlined the keynote speakers at the 2014 Minerals North Conference. Chief Louie, who has guided his band to unprecedented levels of economic prosperity, had one major goal: Jobs. “I want to see native people working. I love creating jobs ... all over Indian country, native people are getting involved in the economy,” he said. But Chief Louie made it clear any mining project deals on traditional lands would be on First Nations’ terms. “We’re not stakeholders ... we are right holders,” he said. “[Mining companies] can’t do business as usual. This ain’t the ‘80s anymore.” Chief Louie said the answer for his people is not only to receive the respect they deserve, but also equal employment opportunities. “The youngest, fastest growing population is the aboriginal people. It’s a ticking time bomb ... when you have too many people unemployed decade after decade.”

“[Mining companies] can’t do business as usual. This ain’t the ‘80s anymore.”

-Chief Clarence Louie

our office here in Vanderhoof,” he said. Houston’s Huckleberry Mine also took centre stage at the conference. Bennett used Huckleberry as the classic success story while announcing $3 million in funding for Geoscience B.C. “The Huckleberry Mine is ... a really good example of how Geoscience B.C. benefits all of us, the industry, communities, everyone. They did some work close to the Huckleberry Mine and located something that was worth looking at. The company went in and drilled it off and found a very promising deposit. It added 10 years to the life of the mine. That means that several hundred people, a few hundred families ... if you look at indirect jobs, it’s probably more than that, have 10 more years of good employment because of this program,” Bennett said at the close of Day 2 on the conference’s main stage. “That $3 million of your tax money that we’re putting into Geoscience B.C. is one of

ANDREA CLIFFORD GEOSCIENCE B.C.

ndrea Clifford may have been the happiest person at Minerals North 2014. On Day 2 of the conference, Minister of Energy and Mines, Bill Bennett announced $3 million in funding for the non-profit organization. Clifford hit the main stage twice at Minerals North, first to update the delegates on Geoscience B.C.’s TREK (Targeting Resources through Exploration and Knowledge) and secondly as part of the women in mining panel. The key target of the TREK project is situated over B.C.’s Interior Plateau Region, what Clifford said was an underexplored region with high potential for new mineral discoveries. The region extends from south Vanderhoof to Anahim Lake west to Quesnel. “The goal of the TREK project is to attract mineral exploration investment to this prospective, yet unexplored area of the province,” Clifford said. The TREK project, designed to distribute geoscience data about the region, just completed the first of a two- to three-year geochemical, biogeochemical and geothermal sampling.

“The goal is ... to attract mineral exploration investment to this ... unexplored area.” -Andrea Clifford

the best investments we can make.” The three-day conference opened with an announcement by Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad, Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation of four economic and community development agreements (ECDA) coming from mineral tax revenues collected by the province from the expansion of the Huckleberry Mine. The Cheslatta Carrier First Nation, NeeTahi-Buhn Band, Skin Tyee Nation and the Wet’suwet’en First Nation all signed onto the revenue sharing agreement. In his welcoming comments, Vanderhoof Mayor Gerry Thiessen said he was proud of the community’s ability to host Minerals North and vowed to complete a hotel study to remedy the lack of accommodations that forced some delegates to be bussed in from Prince George. Thiessen also made special mention of Kathy LaForge, who is battling cancer. Thiessen said LaForge, who worked for the

JIM BOTTOMLEY KEYNOTE SPEAKER

uturist and Minerals North 2014 keynote speaker Jim Bottomley urged delegates to accept change. Bottomley, a consultant to Fortune 500 companies and who has counselled more than onequarter million people about future trends, said he looked at mining in the north and was excited about the prospects. “I am going to try to do is give you a sense of where this industry is going and how you can better fit in,” he said. Bottomley admitted that futurists made weather forecasters look good, but that there were trends that were unmistakable. And those trends for the mining sector were positive but linked to the ever-changing global economy. “I know that mining in Canada has gone up seven per cent last year, so there’s been growth and activity, which is strong but the future will depend on the overall global economy and the demand for minerals. So what I’m really watching is China. China is the key,” he said. “We’ve got changes going on that are profound. We’re in highly-changed times. “And if we look at the future [of mining] we ain’t seen nothing yet.”

“What I’m really watching is China. China is the key.”

-Jim Bottomley

District office before moving over to work for New Gold as its community manager, was integral in Vanderhoof hosting Minerals North. “Kathy is getting better ... I wish she was here today. She’s been a huge asset to our community.” Thiessen also told delegates that mining will be a golden opportunity for Vanderhoof. “We’re really excited. We’ve been known as an agricultural community but [mining] gives us diversity ... a freshness for our community,” he said. “I’m really excited to see where our community will be in the next five years.” Minerals North 2014 was hailed a success by chairman Brian Frankel, who made special mention of the Vanderhoof committee. “I’d like to thank each member of the organizational team for the dedication and hard work. You are truly our town’s greatest asset,” he said.

KARINA BRINO MINING ASSOCIATION OF B.C.

arina Brino, Mining Association of B.C. president and CEO, told delegates at the 2014 Minerals North Conference in Vanderhoof on Thursday that the ice has broken on mining development. Brino said six mines have been permitted and seven expansions approved recently, but that is only the tip of the iceberg. “If we look at all the projects ... going forward, if they do continue to go forward and metal prices and all the other factors that need to be in place ... if everything gets aligned, we’re looking at about $30 billion in potential investment in B.C. over the next four to five years,” she said. Brino did, however, say that the mining industry does face some major hurdles to overcome. Access to capital, softer commodity prices and reduced exploration, along with a permitting regime that isn’t exactly mining-friendly. “It’s important to note that even though the industry had a difficult year, payments to government went up to $511 million,” she said. “This is the kind of contribution that the industry is directly making in taxes to government to continue to provide all the ... public services we rely on.”

“If everything gets aligned, we’re looking at $30 billion ... over the next four to five years.” -Karina Brino

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BILL BENNETT MINISTER OF ENERGY AND MINES

“The Blackwater project... would re-energize this community and this whole area.”

-Bill Bennett

TIM BEKHUYS NEW GOLD - BLACKWATER PROJECT

“Our mandate is to look for other deposits, other opportunities in this area.”

-Tim Bekhuys

“Not to suggest everything is peachy ... but it’s getting better, it is getting stronger.”

- Bill Bennett Minister of Energy and Mines “We know without continuing to work with local people, local First Nations … whether it’s on training or just understand-

ing community goals, there is no point for us moving ahead on this project. We have to continue that and we will continue that with

CHIEF CLARENCE LOUIE OSOYOOS INDIAN BAND

“[Mining companies] can’t do business as usual. This ain’t the ‘80s anymore.”

-Chief Clarence Louie

ANDREA CLIFFORD GEOSCIENCE B.C.

“The goal is ... to attract mineral exploration investment to this ... unexplored area.” -Andrea Clifford

JIM BOTTOMLEY KEYNOTE SPEAKER

“What I’m really watching is China. China is the key.”

-Jim Bottomley

KARINA BRINO MINING ASSOCIATION OF B.C.

“If everything gets aligned, we’re looking at $30 billion ... over the next four to five years.” -Karina Brino

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Vanderhoof 2014 An estimated 500 delegates attended the 2014 Minerals North Conference in Vanderhoof last week. In fact, there were so many delegates, all Vanderhoof hotels were full and some delegates needed to be bussed in from Prince George.

Tyrel Antoine, 11, of W.L. McLeod Elementary School was one of about 60 Grade 6 students to have a chance to experience New Gold’s Heavy Equipment Operator Simulator and test drive bulldozers, rock graders, rock trucks, loaders, backhoes and excavators as part of the conference’s mining education program.

Nechako MLA John Rustad, centre, opened the conference on Wednesday with an announcement of four revenue-sharing agreements with nearby First Nation communities. Joining Rustad for the announcement was Brian Frankel, right, Minerals North Committee chair and Mike Robertson, senior policy advisor for the Cheslatta Carrier Nation.

Stikine MLA Doug Donaldson and Smithers Mayor Taylor Bachrach were all smiles Thursday evening after learning Smithers and Telkwa were chosen to co-host the 2016 Minerals North Conference.

Wade Brunham of REM Rescan talks with Canadian Rangers’ Joe Meier of Vanderhoof shortly before the close of the Minerals North Tradeshow and conference on Friday.

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VanderhooF Minor hockey registration 2014 – 2015 hockey season This is a reminder to all hockey players and parents that the 2014- 2015 hockey season will be starting at the end of September. Registration forms can be picked up at omineca source for sports or you can print your own from our website www.vanderhoofminorhockey.ca All children 5 or older by March 1st, 2015 are welcome! All divisions are accepting new players at any skill level. If you have a TimBit aged child you may be eligible for a free helmet!! Go to www.chevrolethockey.ca for more information.

NEW REGISTRATION DEADLINES – EARLY BIRD DEADLINE IS MAY 31st, 2014 and REGULAR REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 30TH, 2014. THERE WILL BE A LATE FEE OF $100.00 PER PLAYER FOR ANY REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED FROM JULY 1ST, 2014 ON FOR PEEWEE AND UP AND YOU MAY BE SUBJECT TO A WAITING LIST.

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Fort St. James was the host to the Annual Mini-Soccer Tournament last Saturday (May 24th). With 38 teams of kids aged from 5-10 year of ages and about 700 people from the region of Vanderhoof, Fraser lake, Burns Lake and Fort St. James they filled the High School fields. Young refs kept the games moving along on time. An opportunity for the kids to apply their soccer skills and the families to enjoy the sunshine and cheer the young ones. The Soccer Club appreciates the volunteer and community support to make it successful for the kids. Photo by Dave Birdi

Provincial grant supports healthier living in Nechako Lakes The Government of B.C. is investing $10,000 in Healthy Communities Capacity Building Grants to help two communities in Nechako Lakes plan for healthier living and lifestyles, Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad announced May 21. The District of Houston will receive $5,000 to develop a community Health and Wellness Charter and Nak’azdli First Nation’s Partnership will receive $5,000 for a Prevention Awareness Week. “Together, we are working to support health and wellbeing in communities throughout the north,” said Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad. “These funds will support the collaborative development of healthy living strategies in Houston and Nak’azdli First Nation.” This grant is awarded under the Healthy Communities Capacity Building Grant, which supports local government in learning about the needs of their residents in the fields of mental health, physical activity and literacy. More than 150 applications were received from communities across the province for projects as diverse as active transportation planning and urban agriculture promotion. “Though B.C. is one of the healthiest prov-

inces in Canada, we must continue to work together at all levels of government to foster health-minded citizens and communities,” Minister of Health Terry Lake said. “It is important for healthy living to start where we live, work, learn and play. These grants help support local governments to work collaboratively within their communities to make lasting change in the health of British Columbians.”

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More funding for defibrillator access From the soccer pitch to the swimming pool, sudden cardiac arrest can happen anywhere, at any time. That’s why the government of British Columbia is investing an additional $1 million in partnership with the Heart and Stroke Foundation to expand the Public Access to Defibrillation program and help save lives. The additional funding will support the placement of more automated external defibrillators (AEDs), for a total of up to 750 AEDs in a variety of public venues throughout B.C., including community centres, arenas, recreation centres, playing fields, libraries and sports centres. “You have the power to save a life in your hands, by using a defibrillator combined with CPR,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “Today’s announcement is about giving the right tools to people in the right places so they can be used quickly to save a life.” The Ministry of Health and the Heart and Stroke Foundation originally each contributed $1 million to the program. The program officially launched in February 2013. The foundation will be fundraising to match the Province’s $1-million contribution, for a total of $4 million supporting the program. The program will donate one or more automated external defibrillators to every municipality in British Columbia, depending on population size. Currently, 175 AEDs have been placed in 82 communities throughout the province. “With even more AEDs in communities, it will become that much easier for British Columbians to

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From front The Minerals North 2014 Organizing Committee would like to thank all the delegates, exhibitors, and residents of Vanderhoof who made this event such a huge success. According to the Minerals North 2014 Organizing Committee Chair Brian Frenkel, “it takes a community to pull off a conference of this scale, and on behalf of the Committee I’d like to thank all of the sponsors, trade show exhibitors, delegates, speakers, volunteers, and most of all the community of Vanderhoof.” Minerals North Conference 2015 will be held in Mackenzie and it will be an outstanding success.

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On the evening of Tuesday May 20th, 2014, the Prince George RCMP’s Drug Task Force with the assistance of the Detachment’s Crime Reduction Team, arrested five persons and conducted a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant in the City. At approximately 5:00 PM, officers conducted two vehicle checks in a parking lot off Ferry Avenue in Prince George. Four persons were initially arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance. A 35 year old male from Fort St. James, a 37 year old female from Fort St. James, a 28 year old male from Prince George, and a 25 year old female from Prince George. Search of the vehicles found approximately one ounce of cocaine each. These arrests and seizures led to the arrest of a fifth person, an adult man currently on parole in Prince George from Vancouver. Officers arrested the 34 year old near the intersection of Dominion Street and Patricia Boulevard at approximately 6:00 PM the same night. His arrest led to a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at his residence on the 4000 block of Campbell Avenue in the early hours of Wednesday May 21st. During the search of the residence, officers located: Approximately 15 ounces of cocaine (over 4000

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Continued from page 2 enjoy the day in true Maddy fashion. We would once again like to thank you for your extended and persistent support.” Three years ago, Madison went to Hogsback Lake with a group of her friends intent on celebrating a birthday on Friday, May 27, 2011. She set up her twotoned blue tent and parked her white Chevy truck. Everyone left to go home at about 3 a.m. Madison stayed. She has not been seen since. When she wasn’t home by Sunday afternoon police were notified and headed out to the lake. There Madison’s tent and truck were found, but she was not. The family immediately turned to social media and networking sites, trying to find Madison or locate someone who knew where she was. Very soon after that volunteers and Search and Rescue headed

out to the site and an intensive search began. The area was combed by people on foot and ATV’s and the lake was searched with sonar. “She’s not in the lake and there was a thorough search of the area,” Smith said. “We believe either she has been taken, or she’s in the area and we just need to find her.” Although sure her disappearance was not a misadventure, there is a vast forest surrounding the area. Smith said one thing people heading out to camp, fish or hike right now could do is simply be aware of their surroundings. If something looks or smells suspicious, go and investigate why. Walk in areas where you commonly would not. Check ditches. Watch for birds congregating or colours that seem out of place. “If you find something, contact the RCMP. Note the coordinates if you have a GPS,” then-North District RCMP media liaison Const. Lesley Smith said said. “Wherever you are out-

doors, keep in mind Madison Scott is missing.” Police also believe someone knows something about Madison’s disappearance though that person might not even be aware of it or think it’s a small insignificant detail. “The family as well as the RCMP know there is somebody out there who has information or has it and doesn’t know it who can help us with the investigation,” Smith said. Getting that information, no matter how insignificant it might seem, may well add the missing puzzle piece in the investigation. The case, she said, relies heavily on witnesses, people who possibly have been too afraid to come forward. “We encourage anyone who remembers the smallest detail to come forward. It could lead us in the right direction” She said the police even need to rule out the rumours. They need to hear from the person who had the piece

of information rather than a third person. Investigators with the North District Major Crime Unit continue to actively investigate Madison (Maddy) Scott’s disappearance. Anyone with information concerning Maddy’s disappearance are asked to call the Vanderhoof RCMP detachment at 250-567-2222 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800222-8477 The video documentary that details the disappearance of Madison Scott is finished and online. Creator Steven Scouller made the video with the cooperation of the RCMP and the community of Vanderhoof in order to help get Maddy’s face and information out there. “I first learned of Madison’s disappearance through an article that I read on the internet and I was intrigued by the unusual circumstances surround-

ing it,” said Scouller. “So, when I started to read more about it, I was sucked into the horrific nature of what potentially could have happened to Madison. As an investigative documentary

film maker I examined the case and decided that I could help by utilizing my skills as an awareness film maker to produce a film that could act as a central repository of accurate information.”

The film is less than an hour long and available online on vimeo. It includes interviews of the Scott family, friends and several members of the community of Vanderhoof.

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The Gospel Chapel 448 Connaught Street

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School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) STUDENT LABOURERS School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) requires 2 student labourers for summer employment immediately until August 29, 2014 in the Vanderhoof area. Hours of work will be eight (8) hours per day between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. as determined by the supervisor, Monday to Friday, at a rate of $14.95 per hour. Preferred Qualifications: enrolled in a recognized education program and returning in September O previous experience relevant to the position required would be an asset O competent in the use and care of tools and equipment common to the position O valid Class 5, BC Driver’s License, unrestricted is desirable O an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current driver’s abstract O the ability to perform physically demanding job duties O a current WHMIS certificate O

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LUMBER SALES ASSISTANT Hampton Affiliates, with headquarters in Portland, Oregon is seeking candidates for a position of sales assistant at its Richmond B.C. office. Responsibilities include sales support and customer service for the Hampton Lumber Sales Canada Sales Program, shipping documentation, inventory reconciliation, order entry, maintenance of Futures/Options orders, documentation review, invoicing, and other sales requirements. The successful applicant should have knowledge and experience with SPF lumber, strong communication skills, experience with Word, Excel, Outlook and 10-key. Applicant should have excellent problem solving skills, be detail oriented and able to work independently. College degree is preferred. Please forward your resume no later than Monday, June 2, 2014 with confidence to: rubengaytan@hamptonaffilliates.com.

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School District No.91 (Nechako Lakes) is seeking a highly motivated, progressive individual who would be interested in working as a Labourer in the Vanderhoof Area. This individual would perform a variety of tasks related to the maintenance, alteration and construction of District buildings, grounds and equipment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate or meet the following criteria: KNOWLEDGE r completion of *rade 1 (Dogwood &erti¿cate) r valid Class 5, B.C. Driver’s License with an exemplary driving record as demonstrated by a current driver’s abstract EXPERIENCE r three months of previous relevant experience r :+0,S Certi¿cate and familiarity with :ork Safe BC (WCB) safety procedures

L&M Lumber Ltd. currently has positions open for GENERAL LABOURERS L&M Lumber Ltd. Is a high quality lumber manufacturing facility located in Vanderhoof, BC. The candidate(s) must possess the following qualifications: EDUCATION: Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

SKILLS & ABILITIES r competent in the use and care of tools and equipment common to this position r ability to use courtesy and tact in obtaining and/or handing out data or information r ability to work in accordance with established procedures r physical capability to perform the job duties For complete duties and responsibilities of this position, please contact Lynn Maksymchak at 250-567-2284 or lmaksymchak@sd91.bc.ca Applications will be accepted for the following position until 12:00 NOON, Wednesday June 4, 2014 by: LYNN MAKSYMCHAK DISTRICT PRINCIPAL – HUMAN RESOURCES/ LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES) PO BOX 129 VANDERHOOF BC V0J 3A0

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DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS 2014 Seal Coat Program Reference Number: 2014-05

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TRACTOR MOWER Project: 2014-06

The District of Vanderhoof invites Quotations for: Tractor Mower Quotation Documents will be available during normal business hours at: DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF 160 Connaught Street Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169 This Request for Quotations is scheduled to close: Closing Time:

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The District of Vanderhoof invites Quotations for: 2014 Seal Coat Program â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Various locations as follows: 1. Markay Drive (Derksen Road to east end) 2. Derksen Road (McDonald Road to north end) 3. Smedley Drive 4. Dushop Drive Request for Quotation Documents will be available during normal business hours at: DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF 160 Connaught Street Box 900 Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169 This Request for Quotations is scheduled to close: Closing Time: 3:00 p.m. local time Closing Date: Thursday, June 5, 2014 Closing Location: Office of the District of Vanderhoof PO Box 900 Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169

Attention: Shallon Touet Email: Area_manager@district.vanderhoof.ca Cell (250) 567-4555

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Quotations will only be accepted in sealed envelopes, with the project name and closing date/time clearly marked on the outside of the envelope. Quotations received after the closing date/time will be returned unopened. The District of Vanderhoof reserves the right to reject any or all Quotations. The lowest or any Quotation may not necessarily be accepted.

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Featuring the spirit of the local people Victory for Vanderhoof apprentice there was never time or opportunity to return to school. Though he was steadily advancing professionally, he always regretted not earning his ticket. By this point he had accumulated over 8,000 applicable practical hours to apply to his apprenticeship and he found himself missing the hands on, creative process. Attending the Piping Industry College of BC has allowed him to take his remaining blocks of classroom time consecutively. He will be able to take the red seal exam in August of 2014. Matthew credits his fiancé, Vanderhoof Physician, Dr. Shannon Douglas, for encouraging him to pursue his true passion and giving him the courage to return to school. He says he could not have accomplished what he has without her support and that of family, former

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Local resident Matthew Harraway brings gold to BC by winning the 2014 Western Canada Regional UA Canadian Apprenticeship Competition in the Steamfitter/Pipefitter category. The competition held on April 7-11 in Calgary gave trades apprentices the opportunity to hone their skills and challenge their peers from Western Canada. Matthew is a third year apprentice currently attending the Piping Industry College of BC in Delta. The win qualifies him to vie for the national title in Edmonton in June. Success there would pit him against the US champion for the North American title “Kind of like Hockey” he quips. According to Matthew and his instructors it is a positive and significant shift for BC trained apprentice to take the top spot. He says, “Alberta is known for being home to the best of the best in the pipefitting trades, but BC is poised to take it’s own place as an industry leader”. In regards to his own success in competition he states with unabashed confidence that he “Expects to be #1 in Canada after the national competition in Edmonton in June, and then #1 in North America in Ann Arbour, Michigan.” Born in Mackenzie, Matthew has called the Vanderhoof area home since 1996. At 45 “apprentice” may seem an incongruous title as he actually earned

employers, colleagues, friends and the top-notch instructors and program designers at the college. Matthew is a vocal advocate for the trades and their potential for today’s youth. His enthusiasm is infectious. “I love the fact that there are so many aspects of our daily lives that are affected by trades in general and pipefitting in particular. If you drive by any plant, mill, or almost any industrial site you can see that the piping aspect runs through the entire plant. I love that every day and every project is different, and that you learn so many techniques with tools. The state of the art equipment and technology are amazing. You must bring ingenuity to the table. You work with different materials, pressures and environments. The prospects and possibilities are limitless.”

Matthew Harraway his first journeyman ticket in welding many years ago. He began his pipefitting/steamfitting apprenticeship shortly thereafter. Career opportunities led him on a winding path through maintenance and construction of pulp mills and drilling rigs. He then moved up into supervisory positions in pulp mill construction and quality management. As a manager,

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