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The 60th Annual Provincial Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition brings the crowds out Saturday to see teams like Huckleberry Mines (top) test their skills in stages including rope rescue (far left). Smithers Secondary Drama students helped out by playing the victims (centre). Huckleberry took home four prizes (right).
HY-TECH MINES A WATER SOLUTION Smithers company creates device that reuses mine water.
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A device modified at Hy-Tech Drilling in Smithers is greatly reducing the amount of water needed at mine exploration sites. “It reduces water consumption at the drill site, but it also removes the drill cuttings from the return water that comes back up the hole,” said Hy-Tech vice president of business development Brian Butterworth. “Those drill cutting can be removed and transported or dealt with through whatever means is developed by the proponent to get rid of those solids, versus conventional methods where the return usually goes into an artificially created depression or sump ... the permit usually requires burial of those cuttings.” About 90 per cent of the water can be reused, an environmental solution for mine sites. See FUTURE on A5
Hy-Tech Drilling shows off the machine it built in Smithers that recycles about 90 per cent of the water used in drilling.
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Smithers Mayor Taylor Bachrach is back after crisscrossing the country for the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) meeting. This was the ninth leadership conference since its inception in 1983. What are described as “future leaders in business, unions and public administration” were invited to St. john’s May 22 before travelling to and learning about a province or territory in study groups. The conference closed in Ottawa June 5. Bachrach was one of 250 of those leaders who was chosen to take part. In Newfoundland, he heard from a wide variety of speakers, from First Nations activist and media member Wab Kinew, to singing Canadian astronaut and former International Space Station commander Chris Hadfield. This conference’s them was exploring leadership and innovation. Smithers’ mayor joined a group 18 who explored Manitoba for eight days. “I don’t think many people know about the province. In the end I was really glad I had a chance to go there and learn a bit about it because I’m not sure what else would have brought me there,” said Bachrach. “It turns out it’s a really dynamic province. There are some amazing things happening and it has a rich history.” The group meandered from the northern city of Thompson, primarily a mining community, to Winnipeg, stopping at communities along the way. The schedule was full according to the mayor. “It’s pretty much do study tours all day through to dinner time, and then once we
enough that local people who need employment can benefit from that,” said Bachrach. The culmination of the tours was a presentation to Gov. Gen. David Johnston in Ottawa. “He has some pretty probing and insightful questions and observations about where the province is going and the issues facing the country,” said Bachrach. The mayor said the most useful long term lesson he took away was how to work with other leaders, adding he planned on bringing that insight to council. Bachrach met even more leaders at the FCM meeting in Edmonton that closed June 8. There were 1,700 delegates Smithers Mayor Taylor Bachrach meets who heard from federal party leaders and Finance Minister Joe Oliver on their Gov. Gen. David Johnston. Contributed photo plans for municipal infrastructure. Bachrach highlighted two motions: were done the study tours we would debrief one to encourage a federal election debate well into the night and talk about we had on municipal issues, and another for a seen, what we had learned and what some public inquiry on missing and murdered of the different dynamics were,” explained aboriginal women and girls, which he said Bachrach. passed by a large margin. The tours ranged from hi-tech labs and hog farms to homeless shelters and a women’s prison. “There are some big issues around employment, particularly among First Nations. There’s a growing First Nations population and there’s a real gap in terms of skills training and education, particularly in the northern part but also in Winnipeg. “We heard from people in the mining sector about jobs without people and people without jobs. I really drew a parallel to some of the challenges we face here in northern British Columbia, where we have Delegation that travelled to Manitoba significant industrial development on the with Premier Greg Selinger, including books, and we have this opportunity to Mayor Taylor Bachrach (third from ensure that training takes place quickly right). Contributed photo
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The Town of Smithers announced last Wednesday it had purchased the lot adjacent to Bovill Square from John Perry of Perry & Company. The lot is the former site of Perry & Company’s law office, which was destroyed by fire in August 2013. It had been vacant for the past two years and was recently advertised for sale. The Town of Smithers purchased the narrow, 25-foot-wide lot to ensure future development of the site is compatible with Bovill Square. Town council said in a release that the purchase is consistent with council’s strategic priority of enhancing the function of Bovill Square as a public square. “Council saw an opportunity to ensure future development is compatible with — and ideally enhances — the public’s experience at Bovill Square,” said Mayor Taylor Bachrach. “My father Laurence Perry started his law firm at 1081 Main Street in August 1951. He said there was a Chinese café in the building prior to that,” said John Perry. “The building got bigger as the practice grew and the upstairs was at one time rented by surveyor Dick Goble and insurance adjusters after a 1968 expansion. “The 1982 addition was the last and the building served us well over the years. I’m happy the Town bought the property and seems like a good fit for Bovill Square.”
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NOTICE OF ELECTION POLLING STATIONS Notice is hereby given that Lake Babine Nation has called an Election in accordance with its Election Code, for the purpose of electing: one (1) Chief; four (4) Woyenne Councillors; two (2) Fort Babine Councillors; two (2) Tachet Councillors; and one (1) Old Fort Councillor on July 3rd, 2015, for the next ensuing Term of Office.
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Drill tech “way of the future” From HY-TECH on A2 “There are more and more concerns about the material that comes up from the drill hole to the surface ... In many cases they’re benign cuttings,; they’re the same composition as the rock that they come from,” said Butterworth. “But we’re hearing more and more from government personnel, for example, there’s a concern by community First Nations about the management of those drill cutting in the future, and there’s definitely a focus on water management these days ... this project is hugely beneficial in that regard.” Hy-tech bought the centrifuge that spins at 3,600 rpm. The research and development team in Smithers then modified it before sending it to job sites and connecting it to drill equipment. “There will be five or six deployed this year,” said Butterworth. It was mining companies themselves that asked Hy-tech to devise a way to help manage water consumption and drill cuttings. “There are water management issues in our industry and this is one pretty substantial solution to those problems,” said Butterworth. “It seems to be the way of the future, where other companies are going as well ... we took on a new client this year who specifically requested that our drill rigs be
equipped with that unit because they see in the future a requirement for the removal of cuttings and the reuse of water to reduce consumption.” The portability and affordability of the machine makes it cost effective for Hy-tech to provide the service to mines. “We designed them to be flyable with a helicopter and set up in the same way that our drill equipment is, so they can be deployed at an underground exploration or mine operation; they can be deployed with a fly drill rig into remote areas where a lot of our drilling activity takes place,” said Butterworth. Once on site and hooked up, the machine can be run by the drill crew. No specialized operators are needed. “Therefore the cost of bringing one of these in to our drilling equipment is not onerous,” explained Butterworth. Hy-Tech is mostly focused on exploration drilling, but the device could be incorporated into mining operations as well. The company does not want to become an equipment manufacturer, but can see a deal being made in the future. “I think we would probably make this available, or a supply company could make this available to other drilling service providers,” suggested Butterworth.
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The first generation of UNBC stories at 12,000 and counting GUEST VIEW Dr. Daniel Weeks
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hat were you doing on June 22, 1990? If you were an MLA, you were raising your hand in support of a motion to create a northern university. It was a simple act that came after an unprecedented social movement in Northern BC that changed the course of this region forever. UNBC is 25 years old and our first generation is loaded with stories that describe the successes of our students,
faculty, and alumni. We have nearly 12,000 graduates and the majority of them are living and working in Northern BC, contributing their skills and creativity to make our communities better. In fact, we have more graduates working in health care than any other single sector. The story of UNBC is personified by the story of the Unger family of Burns Lake. In the late 1980s, Wendell Unger was working in construction and decided to join the campaign for a northern university, paying $5 to join the Interior University Society. 16,000 other northerners did as well, and today, all of
Wendell’s three children are benefitting from UNBC. The two oldest are recent graduates of the Northern Medical Program and the youngest just completed her first year of studies. UNBC has changed their family, just as it has for countless other families around Northern BC. Samantha Unger participated in our 25th anniversary community celebration by unveiling a display of all 16,000 names that has been installed on campus. Earlier this month we held graduation ceremonies in five Northern BC communities and at each one, it was easy to see how the University
has changed the fortunes of communities and families; not just for the person who earned the degree. It is because of this that we want to make sure that our 25th anniversary is about more than the present and the past; it has to also be about the future. Our 25th anniversary is serving as a platform to imagine the future of UNBC, based around integrated academic and budget plans that will be rooted in our mission and grounded by sustainability. The planning process will certainly involve our campus community but it’s natural for UNBC to move beyond our campuses and involve the
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For the past eight years our family has operated a certified organic mixed livestock farm in the Bulkley Valley. As part of our farm business we operate a mobile food truck that specializes in selling products created from our own meats and eggs as well supporting other local meat and vegetable producers, artisan bakers, cheese and sauce makers. In 2014 we were asked to attend the BVX as a commercial food vendor. It was a successful event for us and we were told by BVX staff that we were well received, that they would like us back again, and that we would be contacted to attend in 2015. We recently found out that while there was no application process for food vendors, and we were not contacted directly, that applications from food vendors had been accepted and approved by the BVX board. At least one of these vendors is not local, none are farmers, and most are likely not using much local product for their offerings. If the BVX is truly a showcase for local agricultural producers why are non-local vendors, or vendors using limited local ingredients, being given preferred access to this event over all others? We wonder if there is any buy local provisions for any of the food vendors at this event whether they be commercial or charity organizations. If you attend the BVX this year be sure to ask where the food you are eating is sourced from — you may be surprised at the answer despite the fact that there are plenty of producers locally who can supply almost all of the needs of the food vendors selling at this event. Local ingredients can’t compete on price with mass produced ones, and if local producers are not supported at events purporting to showcase local products then
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no one should be surprised as local producers continue to slowly disappear. Paul Thimes Happy Pig Organic Farm
A surge in vendors leaves no room at BVX Editor: In response to letter from Happy Pig Organic Farm: The Bulkley Valley Exhibition is an event with a deeply rich history in our community. It is put on by the Bulkley Valley Agricultural and Industrial Association whose mandate is to encourage the cultivation of the soil and all things pertaining to the industries of agriculture ad horticulture, to assist in the development of mining and agriculture, and to promote, encourage and assist the educational, recreational, CHARITABLE and community endeavors of the area. The duties of the organization are to arrange and hold an annual agricultural and industrial exhibition, along with any other events which will be of benefit to the community and district, and to enter into any contracts necessary to carry on such exhibitions and events. As the BVX is a community event, our first priority for food vendors is to our local service groups: the Elks, the Rotary, the Lions and the Legion. These non-profit organizations rely heavily on this fundraising opportunity in order to give back to the community. There is a delicate balance in protecting their volunteer fundraising efforts, supplying variety and new choices for those attending and providing opportunity
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for the numerous vendors who operate a commercial business such as yourselves. Historically, food vendors for the BVX had to be not for profit organizations; however, over the past few years there has been a need for more to accommodate the growth of our fair. Happy Pig Organic attended the fair for the first time last year by invitation for the 2014 year and was well received. At the end of the fair they were asked if they would be interested in attending again and if the fair was profitable for them as we like to get feedback from all of our vendors. Prior attendance at the BVX does not automatically reserve a position for the following year for any of the vendors who have participated in past years. This year we have had a surge in business-based food vendors who contacted us as early as January to ask to be considered for a spot at our fair. While we would love to be able to accommodate everyone that wishes to come, we have a very limited number of mobile food vendor positions to ensure everyone has a successful event worthy of their time and efforts. In order to offer new choices and provide a variety of food at an affordable rate to our guests, participants and exhibitors we invited a few new vendors, just as Happy Pig Organic Farm was invited to attend last year. Likewise, the vendor who is not from the area will be using quality meat from a local healthy farm and bread from local bakeries so they will indeed be supporting local agriculture and business. We do encourage our guests at the BVX to ask where the food they purchased has come from and perhaps where the money received will be given. We feel they will be
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pleasantly surprised! We hope Happy Pig Organics can appreciate the complexities involved in planning a volunteer-based community event of this size and that the organization bases their decision with the purpose of providing an event that has something for everyone. As an organization, we strive for continual growth and improvement and will take the concerns brought forth regarding the application process and aim to resolve these issues for next year’s fair. We understand the pressures and efforts in running a business and while the fair may have been a money-making event for the Happy Pig Organic farm last year, we have to look at a much larger picture than those only pertaining to profit-based businesses. Happy Pig Organic Farm and the other local vendors (and non-local) who have contacted us about the 2015 Fair will be considered in future years; however, at this time we no longer have any available space. Gina DeHoog BVAIA President
Ambitious for beautiful Smithers Editor: We came from Squamish where the mountains are beautiful. Smithers mountains are spectacular. Everyone in Smithers is so friendly. We stayed in the municipal campgrounds — a very awesome place and the park managers were so helpful. Thank you Smithers. Special thanks to our beautiful granddaughter Brittany and a very good friend Jean. They gave us the “royal tours.” We will be ambitious for Smithers as we travel throughout B.C. and Alberta this summer. We love all the flags you fly and good food served. Squamish welcomes everyone too. Gerry and Andy McGoldrick Squamish
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Caterpillars feasting on and killing trees By Jackie Lieuwen Smithers/Interior News
Smithers apple trees are being attacked by silk-producing apple ermine caterpillars. Similar to the tent caterpillar that had invaded Prince George, these caterpillars make silk webs to protect themselves while they feast on tree leaves. Research entomologist Ken White says he has investigated several calls from people in Smithers and Terrace, and found apple ermine caterpillars. He has not seen the tent caterpillar in Smithers to date. The apple ermine caterpillar is a yellowish-greenish colour with two black dots on each segment of their body. They only live on apple and crab apple trees, and leave trails of silk everywhere they go. White says they create large tents of silk and feed in a section of the tree. When they eat all the leaves, they then move to another section, laying silk trails as they move. In Terrace, White said he found trees totally destroyed by these caterpillars.
The best way to control invading caterpillars is to cut out the silk tents and burn them or put them in a bucket of soapy water.
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“Basically all the leaves are gone and the entire outside of the tree is entirely covered in
silk,” he said. The apple ermine moth was a regulated pest in B.C. since 1988,
but was deregulated in 2014 by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
The CFIA website says they did a pest risk assessment in 2009. They concluded that the apple ermine moth is, “no longer considered a pest of economic importance and therefore no longer meets the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) definition of a quarantine pest.” Despite deregulation, White said the caterpillars do kill trees. “Most trees don’t survive more than three to four years after defoliation [leaves are gone],” he said. Smithers resident Nancy Giddings said she found millions of caterpillars in her trees. “My apple tree was covered in webs full of millions and millions of little caterpillars,” she said. Giddings took immediate action to cut out the branches with silk tents. “We need people to move on this fast, and remove the branches one by one immediately,” Giddings said. White said the best way for people to control the caterpillars is to cut out the silk tents and burn them or put them in a bucket of soapy water.
Six-year-old Wynter presents park plan to council By Chris Gareau Smithers/Interior News
One of three detailed designs by Wynter submitted to council. Wynter Lilles design
Wynter Lilles is almost certainly the youngest delegation to present to Smithers council, but the six-year-old came prepared. The Kindergartner had three drawings submitted that detailed her ideas on how to fix up Dogwood Park (or shady park as Wynter calls it) after it was vandalized. “We went and then I noticed that the shady park was burnt down somehow,” explained Wynter. Features in Wynter’s design include slides, ladders, and a swing set high enough for her dad Eerik to push her and run under. “The big swing set is obviously a yes,” Wynter told council. The Town said it would consult with Wynter on work done at Dogwood Park. “Actually if you look at Turner Way Playground, the climbing apparatus was designed by children. I gave them catalogues and ... they showed me what they wanted; it was kind of fun,” Director of Recreation, Parks & Culture Andrew Wynter Lilles presents her plan to council with Hillaby told Wynter. her dad Eerik. Chris Gareau photo
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Registrations for summer art camp are now open! Two weeks of art camp for ages five to 11, instructed by local artists in a variety of fun and engaging arts and crafts! Week 1: July 6-10; week 2: August 1014. Times: five to seven-year-olds: 1011:30 a.m., eight to 11 year olds: 1-3 p.m., fee is $40 per week. Register at the gallery during open hours: TuesdayFriday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Summer Art Camp 2015 is proudly sponsored by Babine Animal Hospital The Second Annual Music on Main, Friday, June 19 5 p.m. at Bovil Square. An all evening variety show featuring young talent in the Smithers area, everything from Jazz (SSS Jazz Combo), to Folk, to Punk Rock! Canadian Parents for French has launched a project searching for local graduates of French programs. Many graduates from these programs have been changed in some way, shape or form by their experience. This is a summerlong project as they search for many of these graduates from the Bulkley Valley to ask them, Where Are They Now? Find out more at WhereAreTheyNow. ca, contact Glyn
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Smithereen surfs in hope to the world Submitted by Danielle Posthuma The following is an account of Danielle Posthuma’s volunteer work with Surfing the Nations in Hawaii. She will be travelling to North Korea at the end of July to volunteer. More information on the group can be found at surfingthenations. com. My name is Danielle Posthuma. I’m 18 years old and am a full time volunteer at the non-profit humanitarian organization Surfing The Nations. My title is Content Marketing Manager. I moved from Smithers, Canada, to Wahiawa, Hawaii in September of 2014 with the intention of staying for three months. But I fell in love with this place and decided to apply to be on staff. So now I’ll be here until at least April 2016. I didn’t know what I wanted to do after highschool, so I applied to the 2014 fall three-month internship program, and left for Hawaii two months after I graduated from Bulkley Valley Christian School. I had no idea of what I was getting myself into — I just went for it. I remember driving up to the apartments where we all live and thinking, “this is not what I pictured living in Hawaii would look like.” We live nowhere near the beach, and the town we live in (Wahiawa) on Oahu is a very poor area with a very high crime rate. But little did I know the transformation of this town that was happening and that had already taken place. When Surfing The Nations first moved to Wahiawa in 2009, they bought an apartment on Ohai street, surrounded by the Top Hat bar, a 24-hour porn shop, liquor store, and strip club with a brothel attached to it. It was like the Red Light district of Oahu. That’s when Transformation Wahiawa began. Through a series of events and lots of hard work, Surfing The Nations bought out each building one by one. Now, the block consists of a non-profit coffee bar, family businesses, and we are currently
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in the construction process of the new Community Outreach Training Centre where the brothel once stood. This will be a safe place for the community, with a classroom for our youth-at-risk program, dance studio, music room, food pantry, showers for the homeless, and offices for our growing organization. Our biggest local outreach is Feeding the Hungry (FTH) — also STN’s oldest outreach. It began with delivering food boxes out of a small van to seven families living in Kalihi. Today, the FTH Kalihi distribution serves over 2,500 individuals in Oahu’s most impoverished areas with food provided by the Hawaii Foodbank and Aloha Harvest. The second biggest local outreach is our Ulo Pono Kids program — an after school program mentoring the youth at-risk in Wahiawa. We also hold a dinner every Saturday night for anyone in the community and that is where we can build lots of relationships with the homeless in the community. It breaks my heart that these people are always overlooked. Some of the kindest and most genuine people I have ever met have been homeless. I’ve learned to not be quick to judge people for their circumstances.
One time I was walking down the street and a homeless man ran up to me and gave me $20 that fell out of my pocket. My heart broke, and i thought to myself, “I don’t even know if I would do that!” It changed my heart, and that is when I knew that I wanted to get more involved. Now, it takes a lot of people with a lot of different jobs to run an organization! As for what I do personally at STN, I am in the Business/ Marketing department. Our team writes blogs and newsletters, designs flyers and the website, is in charge of all social media and public relations, and is basically the face of Surfing The Nations. It’s a lot of work but I’m learning a lot about what life as a full-time volunteer is like; when pay is separated from your work, it becomes much more fulfilling. Everyone in the organization is working for the same purpose: to bring about positive change. Our mission statement: “Surfing The Nations impacts local and international communities through the sport of surfing and selfless service, by meeting needs and changing lives.” Our motto is “Surfers Giving Back.” STN is completely run by
volunteers, there is not one single North Korea — a humanitarian paid staff member. We have over organization in North Korea — 50 full-time volunteers.. invited STN to come and teach Our desire is to see lives surfing along the country’s eastern changed inside and outside coastline. It was such an exciting of our organization, locally opportunity to be the first known and internationally. We are a surfers in North Korea: community made up of people “To bring one of the most who believe in using their talents freeing experiences known to man and passions — from surfing and — surfing — to the most closed beyond — to give back and bring nation on earth: The Democratic the message of love and hope, to Peoples’ Republic of Korea [a.k.a. get out of our comfort zones and North Korea].” —STN staff use our thirst for adventure to member Gisele McDaniel. bring people to places of the world Most of the North Koreans did that are in need. not have much experience in the We aim to transform surfing water, so the group had to teach from a self-seeking sport — one them surfing from the ground up, that’s known for the culture of from how to swim to how to catch alcohol, drugs, and a party scene their first wave. — to a common ground on which “We come from two insanely friendships all over the world can different parts of the world, but be built. we were able to connect using the One of the biggest surfboard as a bridge through discouragements that I have the cultural and political barriers. are when people say things like, There was so much joy.” —Bridget “volunteering ... in ... Hawaii?” Butler, former STN staff. Yes, Hawaii is a popular travel I have been accepted to go this destination. It is beautiful and I do year, July 28 - August 11. love living here! But people don’t Although there is of course a seem to realize that there is another bit of fear and concern in me, I side to this paradise island; a side am beyond excited to take part of homelessness, a prominent sex in this crazy, radical opportunity industry, and brokenness. Wherever to bring in light to the darkest there is a lot of tourism, there’s also country. going to be a lot of ‘dirt’ behind the scenes. Now, we are “Surfing The Nations”, and as you could probably guess by our name, we go out into the nations. The main focus in Surfing The Nations is our international trips. Annually, STN sends a team to Bangladesh, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, and the Middle East. These trips include adventure, building relationships, bringing donations, humanitarian work, and of course, surf. Surfing is a powerful tool to break down cultural barriers and bring hope. Last year was the Surfing the Nations’ motto is “surfers first time that STN went giving back.” to North Korea. Love Contributed photo
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There were 35 impaired drivers removed from the roads by Smithers RCMP Alexa’s Team member Cst. Mark Bezzina in 2014. It has been seven years since four-year-old Alexa Middelaer was killed by an alcoholimpaired driver. In that time the police, her family and their supporters have worked tirelessly to make British Columbia’s roads safer for everyone — and they are. Since new measures to combat drinking and driving in B.C. were enacted in 2010, the Immediate Roadside Prohibition (IRP) has been successful in helping reduce the alcohol-related death toll on B.C.’s roads by 52 per cent, saving an estimated 238 lives. In that time, Alexa’s Team members have processed more than 66,000 sanctions for alcohol and drug related driving offences. Alexa’s Team is a program that recognizes police officers that make an extraordinary contribution in reducing the number of alcohol and drug affected drivers on the roads. The success of the IRP program was followed up by the province’s roll-out of Alexa’s Bus, a mobile
road safety unit (MRSU), launched last October at an event hosted by the Justice Institute of BC. Used as a tool in the fight against drinking and driving, Alexa’s Bus has been deployed 30 times to communities around the province educating the public about the dangers of drinking and driving, as well as helping police remove drivers affected by alcohol and drugs from the road. Alexa’s Team is pleased to welcome MADD Canada as an official supporter. MADD Canada is a national charitable organization dedicated to stopping impaired driving and supporting victims of this violent crime. MADD Canada and its 17 B.C. Chapters and Community Leaders work closely with police to reduce impaired driving through the Alexa’s Bus initiative, the RID 911 program which encourages the public to call 911 to report suspected impaired drivers, and other public awareness and education campaigns. Alexa’s Team members have processed more than 66,000 impaired driving sanctions for alcohol and drug related driving offences since 2008. In that time, the total number of Alexa’s Team members has grown from 26 to 1,617.
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FASTER THAN A SPEEDING BULLET About 80 Grade 4 and 5 students from throughout School District 54 take part in Trades Maker Day, sponsored by Northwest Community College, ITA, PIR, and Smithers LumR ber Yard. Walnut Elementary Grade 5 go-kart team the 4 Bullets won fastest time Friday LOCAL LOGO & at NWCC. From left to right on top photo, Phoenix said “I think creating theWEB team name was the ADDRESS funnest;” Jesse said “Being able to use teamwork was the hardest part;” Lucien said “It’s fun to ride it because it gives you a rush;” and Jason said “When we’re pushing it it’s scary because they can fall.” Chris Gareau photo
The Board of Directors of the Bulkley Valley Community Foundation invite you Abbotsford Foundation a trusted centre community to attend ourCommunity Annual General Meeting.isCome and meet yourfornew Board of givingfind andout granting in Canada’s giving” Directors, what your Foundation“most has been doingcity. thisBy pastsupporting year, financial endowment funds our donors are building a community asset so we statements will be presented and some of the past years grant recipients will can increase the grants we give to local charities and scholarships we be there to share with you the projects they were able to complete because of award to local high school students. Visit our website for info funds received from your Community Foundation. on how you can invest in your community. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! Refreshments will be served
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Dr. Bob Pipars is pleased to welcome Dr. Allan Skoronski as the new owner of his dental office at 1283 Main St. The succession date is mid July. Both Dr. Pipars and Dr. Nakagawa will be leaving to allow their experienced successors to carry on providing the prompt and painless dentistry that you have become accustomed to. Thank you to everyone that placed your faith and trust in me for the past 37 years. I am confident that you will be pleased with our successor.
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Canadian Rangers practice their markmanship (above) and navigation and wilderness skills (below). The Smithers area is home to one of 24 Canadian Ranger Patrols in B.C.
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Smithers rangers train in Victoria Submitted by Captain S.D. Parker From April 29 through May 10 the 4th Canadian Ranger Patrol Group sent five new Canadian Rangers (CRs) from its Smithers Patrol to the annual Development Period 1 and 2 (DP1 and DP2) courses. This is a big win for the community of Smithers. The Smithers Canadian Ranger Patrol has struggled with low enrollment and has been actively recruiting in the area to increase their numbers. As a result of the successful recruiting, an abnormally high number of CRs were selected from the area to participate in the courses. The DP1 course covers bush craft and survival, navigation and orienteering, GPS use, weapons handling, first aid, and military drill. DP2 further develops CRs, preparing them for leadership roles and exercise planning. The Mission of the CRs is to provide lightly equipped, self-sufficient, mobile forces in support of the Canadian Armed Forces sovereignty and domestic operations tasks in Canada. CR Tasks include the following: Conduct and Provide Support to Sovereignty Operations; Conduct, participate and provide support to sovereignty and surveillance patrols and training in Canada; Report suspicious and unusual activities; Conduct and Provide assistance to Canadian Forces Domestic Operations in Canada;
Conduct coastal and inland water surveillance; Provide local knowledge and Canadian Ranger expertise (guides and advice); Participate in search and rescue operations; Provide support in response to natural or man-made disasters and humanitarians operations; Maintain Canadian Forces presence in the local community; Instruct, mentor and supervise the Junior Canadian Rangers; Participate in/support events in the local community; Remembrance Day ceremonies; Canada Day Events; Community events/fairs. The Canadian Rangers are a unique sub-component of the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve. They provide a CAF presence in sparsely settled northern, coastal and isolated areas of Canada. Canadian Rangers are locallybased individuals with extensive knowledge of the land and are independently self-sufficient within their home environment. The CRs take part in several yearly training events to practice and hone their skills. This training includes, but is not limited to; ATV and snowmobile based patrolling, marksmanship skills, navigation, leadership, ground search and rescue training and general wilderness skills and capabilities.
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2015 Smithers Property Tax Notices were mailed on May 21st, 2015. Taxes are due Thursday, July 2nd, 2015. If you have not received your Notice, please contact Elma Hamming at the Smithers Town Office at 250-847-1600. If you wish to pay by cheque, the Town of Smithers accepts, and encourages, post-dated cheques. You may also pay online using on-line banking services provided by the BV Credit Union, CIBC, Royal Bank and Scotia Bank. Please take the time to fill out your Provincial Home Owner Grant form and your Smithers Water and Sewer Fee Waiver form (Seniors only) before coming to the Town Office, as lineups do occur. You may also claim your Provincial Home Owner Grant on-line (E-HOG) through the Town’s website at www.smithers.ca The Town of Smithers office hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Leslie Ford Director of Finance Town of Smithers 1027 Aldous St., Smithers, BC 250-847-1600
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MARCH FOR THE MISSING Over 60 people marched Highway 16 near Lake Kathlyn School last Saturday in honour of all the missing and murdered women and men. The annual Ramona Wilson Walk remembers Ramona, who went missing at age 16 when hitchhiking the highway on June 11, 1994. Her remains were found April 1995 near the Smithers Airport and the murder was never solved.
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At this time of year we have the busy wrap up of the school year happening across the District. It is also time to reflect on another successful year and pay tribute to our retiring employees. When we look back at this school year, the theme of community comes to mind. Many of our students and classrooms were out in their communities doing volunteer activities instilling the values of service and what it means to be a part of the community for young people. This has been the work of schools for many years. Our district has taken the approach to treat the entire district as one community. There have been a number of benefits to this approach. Houston Secondary students who want to part in our EMAP program are now transported in to NWCC. Going the other direction are Smithers Secondary students who were enrolled in our three trades programs located in the updated and expanded trades facility in Houston Secondary. We heard many stories of new friendships and intermingling of students from the two schools who were enrolled in these programs. More organically, we have some sports teams from the two schools that have been combined due to low numbers. Some of our rugby, wrestling and basketball players have really enjoyed the experience of having teammates from the other schools. Likewise, the elementary students who were in the hockey academy also came from different schools. Our teaching staff has been collaborating across schools and communities to a greater degree this year; observing each other’s lessons, team teaching and coplanning all for the benefit of our students. In many ways, our district has been working and learning together like never before. It is important that we recognize this year’s employees who are retiring from the District. There are a number of teachers and support staff that have greatly contributed to our community over the years. We thank them for their service and dedication to students. They include:
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THE BULKLEY VALLEY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE SOCIETY’S ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING FOR THE 2014/2015 FISCAL YEAR IS BEING HELD ON Wednesday June 24th, 2015 at 12:00 noon 1471 Columbia Drive SMITHERS All Society Members are invited. Bulkley Valley
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Mr. James Tom, Ms. Darlene Brown, Ms. Barbel Schroeter, Mr. Ken Herman, Mr. Ben Sikkes, Mr. Jim McCord, Mr. Brian Kean, Mr. Manfred Bichlmaier, Ms. Terri – Ann Barge, Mr. Rick Friesen, Mr. Brian Irvine, Mr. Michael Yeker, and Ms. Tina Connors The SD#54 Board of Education wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable summer and is looking forward to welcoming families back in the fall.
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Bogs are not what they seem at first glance. Over 20 local residents explored the diverse Smithers wetlands through a Wetlandkeepers workshop last weekend. Run by the BC Wildlife Federation (BCWF), the workshop examined the diversity and value of wetlands, soil and plant classification, and mapping and GPS. It also utilized a lot of local expertise, which Smithers wetland ecologist Wade Brunham said is abundant in the Bulkley Valley. Among the local experts were Jim and Rosamund Pojar, authors of Plants of Northern British Columbia. Workshop participant Andrea Follett said she was amazed by the incredible variety of plant life in the wetland areas. She was also struck by the services wetlands provide for animals and people, including water filtration and storage and habitat for wildlife. On Saturday, participants explored what is known locally as Jollymore Bog. But the area is not a bog. Brunham said there are five different classes of wetlands: marsh, swamp, fen, bog and open water. The diverse wetlands on Jollymore Road are actually a complex of marsh, fen, forested fen and shallow open water. “Each class [of wetlands] has a host of
Public Notice 2014 Annual Report Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 99(3) of the Community Charter that Council will consider the 2014 Annual Report at its June 23, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council to be held at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers at 1027 Aldous Street. The Annual Report will be available for public review at the Town Hall and on the Town’s website beginning Tuesday, June 9, 2015. Written submissions regarding the Annual Report will be accepted until 4:00 pm, June 23, 2015 for inclusion on the agenda. Members of the public are welcome to attend the Regular Meeting on June 23, 2015. Any submissions should be addressed to: Susan Bassett Director of Corporate Services Town of Smithers 1027 Aldous Street Smithers BC VOJ 2NO (250) 847-1600
unique functions,” Brunham said. Neil Fletcher, Wetlands Coordinator with BCWF, said one key function of wetlands is habitat. “[Wetlands] are probably one of the highest valuable ecosystems for a lot of different wildlife species,” Fletcher said. “They protect and provide habitat for some very rare species.” He added wetlands are also rich with plants and hold “tons of carbon on the landscape.” Fletcher said losing wetlands means we are releasing all that carbon into the atmosphere. Wetlands also regulate water flow and provide flood control. “If a river or stream starts to flood, an adjacent wetland can hold that water and retain it,” Fletcher said. The water regulation has double benefits. It collects and holds water during wet seasons — flood control — and it slowly releases it into streams and rivers, maintaining stream life. Rosamund Pojar says without wetlands, rain water would just rush down to the ocean. Fletcher said this is key to fish life in streams. “If you remove that wetland, all that water would flush down the system really quickly and you might have periods when the stream dries out,” he said. Wetlands also filter water. He said property owners don’t always see the value of wetlands, “but to wildlife and society at large, they are tremendously valuable. “They are sponges and kidneys of the earth,” Fletcher said.
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SPICE OF LIFE Brenda Mallory
Where to start? I could tell you about the bear that ate one of my pheasants and scared off the other one. Mind you I could mention the peacock who walked these wooded trails. This big bird is lost from his home and has been seen here and there around the town. Goodness, goodness. Actually all that has nothing to do with the topic I wanted to discuss with you. It is all about a bucket list. Do you have one?
Anything you would like to do before you kick the bucket? My friend Tom comes to mind as he now travels along roads in the North seeking gold where others might not have gone. He is not about to kick the bucket but he is getting one thing off his list. Others I know in their 70s are downhill skiing or snowboarding! Bucket list plans? Not sure about that. I have never been sure if you should be putting things in the bucket or taking plans out. I have no idea since I do not have a bucket list. I am content with my life. Hard work but that is how I like to live. Al and I did some interesting living in the North and elsewhere. Lived in some log cabins, made a living doing whatever came our way. I did entertaining, writing, painting, etc. Al did carving,
stained glass work, built boats and an ice boat. When jobs came in Atlin we would both work at it. We did drywall, carpet installing, cement work, dog team sitting and the list went on and on. Low wages but our bucket list was being used. I know how the list should be. Maybe climb the highest mountain, travel far away, take a course, learn something new and so it goes. I would be less happy if I had to try to make a list and get through it. I hate lists. I think for me my bucket list includes just hoping I have time left to make sure all those who help around here know how much they are appreciated. I might like to include a chance to rescue another dog or cat. Other than that I will walk the trails of this park-like place making sure my bucket lists
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Annual Report Public Meeting Monday, June 22, 2015 at 6:30 pm Council Chamber - 1415 Hankin Avenue
All interested members of the public are invited to attend the Public Meeting on Monday, June 22, 2015 at 6:30 pm. This Open House is an information meeting regarding the Village of Telkwa’s 2014 Annual Report. For those unable to attend the Open House please access the Annual Report on our website at www.telkwa.com or drop in at the Municipal Office during business hours for a copy of the report.
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To list your nonprofit coming events please drop off your listing at The Interior News, 3764 Broadway Ave., fax us at 250-847-2995, or email laura@interior-news.com. More information is available through our Online Community Calendar at www.interior-news.com. Deadline for submissions is Fridays at noon. Maximum 25 words. Limited space is available. We regret we cannot accept items over the phone. Brain Fitness Courses. Six two-hour sessions, starting Tuesday, June 9. Learn through fun activities and movement. For seniors and/or adults who want to stay sharp! Call (250) 877-7723 or email tanya@ bvbia.ca. Pre-registration req’d. Like the Back of My Hand, by Suzo Hickey. Smithers Art Gallery, Tuesday, June 2 to Saturday, July 4. The subject matter of the paintings in this solo exhibition is the West Coast urban landscape of the streets of Prince Rupert and the neighbourhood of East Vancouver. Aboriginal Day Celebration. Wednesday, June 17, 12:00 - 4:00 pm, NWCC Campus Houston. Fun activities for family & friends. BBQ lunch with bannock, traditional dance, contests, games & more. Pioneer Day in Hazelton Saturday, August 8. Comes celebrate in Historic Old Hazelton. Events include a parde, sports tournaments, contests, vendors, live music, kids games and much more. BV Famer’s Market New Hours 9-1 Saturdays at the Corner of Main St and Hwy 16. May 9-Sept. 26. Locally grown produce, live music, coffee. Legion Meat Draws every Friday 6-7 p.m. and
Saturday 3-4:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Orchestra North Summer Program. Orchestral and chamber music festival that draws together musicians of all ages and abilities from across Northern BC for a week of music-making. Fundraiser Concert, Sunday, June 21, 7:30 pm at the Old Church. info@ orchestranorth.com. www.orchestranorth.com BV Roller Derby New Recruits. Free Roller Skating Adult (19+) and Junior Ages (10-18). Every Tuesday at Davidson Hall 6:45-9 p.m. denise.dilny@gmail. com. Ground 2 Griddle Neighbourhood Kitchen Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. James Anglican Church Hall. SCSA 250-847-9515 to join this free life skills literacy program. Childcare provided. Fraser Lake Festival of the Arts is calling on visual artists of all mediums, quilters, pottery, bands, singers, poets, etc. The Festival is Saturday, August 8. Call 250-699-1234 or email: festivalofthearts@gmail. com. Evelyn Community Association meetings first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Evelyn Hall. New members welcome.
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The Bulkley Valley Museum Society offers people a chance to walk through history. With a fresh brochure and updated exhibits, the Smithers Culture Crawl guides people through the major historic sites around Main Street. The self-guided tour will also take people to view 100 Years of Photography in the Valley. The historical photography exhibit starts at the museum, but is also featured at Safeway, Schimmel’s and the Credit Union. Museum curator Kira Westby says part of the goal is to draw tourists from the museum into the downtown to contribute to the local economy. But it is also to share Smithers history. “It isn’t just for tourists, it’s for local people to learn about local history as well,” said Westby. On Canada Day this year, the BV Museum offers a unique chance for people to tour Smithers history guided by local historian Harry Kruisselbrink. Museum summer student Eric Holdijk says what strikes him about the history is how much everything has changed. He noted how empty the
landscape was 100 years ago. “It’s pretty amazing everything that is here now, and it just came out of nothing,” he said.
Above: One highlight of the 100 years photography exhibit is a display of old cameras dating back to early-1900s. This is a 1930-1940 Ansco Studio Outfit #5 camera, shown off by museum staff Kira Westby, Betty Campbell and summer students Eric Holdijk and Alicia Stahel. Top Right: Main Street in Smithers, circa 1913. Bottom right: Gilbert Clarke Killam photo, circa 1914. Jackie Lieuwen and Bulkley Valley Museum Society photos
Photography tells story of the century By Jackie Lieuwen Smithers/Interior News
Smithers has developed and changed dramatically in the last 100 years, but the natural beauty of the landscape has been a constant allure. Museum curator Kira Westby says that is what strikes her most looking through the museum’s new photography exhibit. “I’m taking pictures of Hudson Bay Mountain because
it is beautiful, and people have been doing that for 100 years,” said Westby. With the natural beauty backdrop, the exhibit tells a century of stories, depicting Smithers streets, stores and the railway in photos from as early as 1908. The 100 Years of Photography in the Valley exhibit is split up and featured at the BV Museum, Safeway, Schimmel’s and the Credit Union. Westby says it was inspired by a desire to show off the
thousands of old photographs dating back through the early1900s. “Right from the get-go, we have these really great photographs of the development of the community over the last 100 years,” said Westby. She says they wanted to tell the story of Smithers history and show the allure of the natural beauty which drew people to the area before Smithers even existed. The museum also displays a collection of old cameras, from
a 1890s cartridge camera to a 1980 Polaroid camera. The collection was donated two years ago and was a perfect addition to the photography exhibit. Summer student Alicia Stahel said it struck her “how much photography has changed and how quickly it changed.” Westby agreed. “You go from glass plates to film in less then 50 years,” she said. She adds that it was interesting “how quickly
amateur photography became a thing.” “Even when it wasn’t super affordable for the average person, there were all these magazines selling cameras,” Westby said. For people “trucking out to the middle of no where,” Westby says she is impressed by how they bothered to bring big cameras and glass plates with them. “It’s 100 years of people being fascinated with photography. It’s really interesting,” she said.
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CELEBRATING WATER & SALMON Friends of Morice-Bulkley ran a pure water, wild salmon celebration at Bovill Square Saturday. Chair Dawn Remington said they want to show government and Enbridge that pipeline opposition is strong. It is all about pure water and salmon. “Protecting those things is why we are still here and still opposed,� said Remington. Part of the Pull Together campaign, the celebration marks the start of the Week to End Enbridge, June 13-21. It fundraises for First Nations legal challenges against Northern Gateway. Above: Local musician Peter Haines celebrates the rivers and beauty of the valley through song. Below: Dawn Remington, chair of Friends of Morice-Bulkley, tells about the last five years and how government has responded to Enbridge. Jackie Lieuwen photos
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The Pacific Northwest LNG plant proposed near Prince Rupert now has preliminary investment approval from its proponents, prompting confidence from Natural Gas Development Minister Rich Coleman that the massive project could be under construction by the end of this year. The TransCanada pipeline Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Project (PRGT) would deliver the gas over 900 kilometres from near Fort St. John. The pipeline would pass just north of Hazelton, where the Madii ‘Lii camp built by local Gitxsan Houses is set to block any construction in the area. The consortium led by Malaysian firm Petronas confirmed it’s ready to proceed and the only conditions for a final investment decision are federal environmental review approval and B.C. government approval of the project development agreement. Soon after the announcement, the Madii ‘Lii camp posted the follwing to its Facebook page: “Petronas will be stopped! We are not surprised at all, but we are still appalled! Petronas seems to have forgotten that they recently attempted to bribe Lax Kw’allams to build this LNG terminal! This bribe was turned down, but today Petronas today announced they are going ahead with the terminal once the B.C. government and the Federal EAO approve it. What about the approval of the first peoples? They couldn’t buy it, so now they ignore it? This Malaysian company ... is trying their hardest to weasel their way onto the traditional territories of thousands of original people, and the B.C. government is paving the way for them to do it. What they
Natural gas would be liquified south of Prince Rupert and transported via tankers like this one. are all trying to ignore is that our camp is blocking the construction of the pipeline that would supply the LNG terminal, and we’re not moving.” In a press release Friday, TransCanada confirmed it was on schedule to begin construction of the pipeline this year. ““The Pacific NorthWest LNG decision and the Government of Canada’s approval of the North Montney Project are significant advancements to new market access for Canada’s abundant natural gas resources,” concluded TransCanada president and CEO Russ Girling. The project will connect Montney and other Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin supply to existing and new natural gas markets including the proposed Pacific NorthWest LNG terminal through its interconnect with PRGT. The Legislature is expected to be recalled this summer to pass the deal providing tax and royalty
certainty clearing the way for an expected $11-billion investment. “It would only be derailed, I suppose, if there was something in the environmental assessment that makes the project impossible,” Coleman told reporters Friday. He said a construction start is possible late this year that would see the first LNG shipments moving by the end of 2019. The outlook for LNG prices has darkened recently but Coleman said Petronas and its Asian partners have long-term contracts to sell the first 12 million tonnes of LNG. “This product is basically sold. They have the commercial viability on this one.” Another problem for the project is aboriginal acceptance. The Lax Kw’alaams First Nation recently voted down a $1 billion cash offer from Petronas. More project design work and research is underway to address aboriginal concerns about the potential impact on salmon habitat at Flora Bank near the project site,
Coleman said. “I think I see a sight line where we can satisfy the community,” he said. “I think as we come through that you’ll see that the Lax Kw’alaams will come together with every other first nation that’s already endorsed the project in the area.”
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RCMP seek tips on stolen guns
Week of June 4 to June 10 New Hazelton RCMP responded to 86 calls during this week. June 4 A hit and run collision was reported at the Gitanmaax Health Center. A black Ford Fusion was
struck in the parking lot sometime in the evening. Police are seeking witnesses. Â June 8 A shed behind a residence on Alderway loop was damaged in a failed attempt to gain entry. Police are asking residents to be vigilant and report suspicious persons or circumstances.
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A break and enter into a shed was reported at a residence on the 4400 block of Halliday Street in Hazelton. Three firearms, a shotgun and two rifles, were stolen. Police are seeking tips from the community as to the whereabouts of the outstanding firearms. The investigation is ongoing.
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SMITHERS CUP FINAL SET The ball is pushed just wide of the BV Rapids goal Friday evening. Smithers Men defeated the Rapids 4-1 in the semi-final match to move onto the Smithers Cup final. They will play against the SC Gunners Reds Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Chandler Park.
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$270,000 upgrade to Chandler Park approved By Chris Gareau Smithers/Interior News
After an hour of debate and discussion last Tuesday, Smithers council settled on passing a $269,565 upgrade to Chandler Park’s soccer fields, kicking the equipment and annual maintenance discussion back to committee. Most of the upgrade money is coming from the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako which threw in $250,000 from its gas tax revenue, of which $50,000 has already been spent on consulting. That leaves soccer groups on the hook for nearly $70,000. The delayed equipment purchase was costed at $94,600, with the Town of Smithers contributing $50,000. That means the soccer leagues that use the field would have to come up with an additional $44,600. Seasonal maintenance costs are also expected
to jump significantly to avoid needing another major upgrade. The current budget is $18,189. Future maintenance with the new equipment and procedures would bump that figure up to roughly $60,000. “The $60,000 a year for maintenance I think deserves a pretty hard look. “There’s a sense of inequity with other sports and the subsidy that is afforded to certain sports in the community that isn’t afforded to sports such as soccer, so one option is to target a certain subsidy level like we’ve done for other facilities ... and enter into a conversation with soccer players on how we make up the balance and what that would look like in terms of user fees,” said Mayor Taylor Bachrach at the meeting. “If we wanted to raise half of that purely through taxes, we’d be looking at a one per cent tax increase.” See INJURIES on B15
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Chantal Gammie, leading scorer for Smithers Secondary School’s girls soccer team, in action at the high school provincials in Burnaby.
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Every game exciting at soccer provincials for SSS AA girls Submitted by Bill Price Smithers/Interior News
Ever game was exciting for the sixteen Grade 8-12 girls from Smithers Secondary competing with the other zone champions at the provincial senior girls high school soccer championship in Burnaby. A strong team effort was required in every game, with backs against the wall defending, quick counter attacks and furious tussles in the midfield. The team played five games in three days and did a great job dealing with the challenges posed by their more experienced opposition and injuries to two of their senior players in the second game. Energized by head coach Sondra Contumelias and her assistant Maria,
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Tuesday, June 23rd – 7 p.m.
Kendal Zemenchik, Grade 8 Girls Javelin: PB 24.81m 8th Haley Hanchard, Grade 8 Girls 80m Hurdles: PB 14.65 -0.1m/s 11th
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at the curling centre – 4216-4th Ave.
All members are enouraged to come. Kendal Zemenchik places 8th in javelin.
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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. NEW LISTING
$279,000
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$159,000
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$369,500
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$189,500
$286,000
1320 Birch Street, Telkwa
3885 Seventh Avenue
4157 Second Avenue
13064 Neal Road, Quick
1581 Walnut Street, Telkwa
#10 - 3278 Park Place
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5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.36 acre lot Kitchen island, gas range Situated near ball fields Large deck, storage shed, hot tub
Leo Lubbers
mls n246002
Great family home 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Newer windows, doors, flooring Central location
Peter Lund
$389,500
mls n243714
Cute starter home 2 bedrooms, fenced yard High eff furnace, detached garage Great value
Sandra Hinchliffe
$289,500
4381 Highway 16, Smithers
9199 Bluff Road
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Donna Grudgfield
mls n243369
Zoned C-3, highway frontage 3256 sf, 2 units, building only New roof 2010 2 lots, concrete block building
Donna Grudgfield
$365,000
mls n4507310
Ron & Charlie
$389,500
1971 Dominion Street 3326 sq ft, 5 level split 4 bdrms, 3 bathrooms, gas fireplace New carpets, slate tool table incl Double garage, RV parking
mls n240086
149 acre farm near Round Lake Developed hay fields, beautiful view 4 bdrm home, several outbuildings www.smithershomes.com
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Panoramic view of Tyhee Lake 3 bedroom rancher, detached studio Huge deck, hot tub Double garage, 5 acres
Donna Grudgfield
$239,000
mls n243369
mls n239722
4 bedroom in Woodland Park Spacious kitchen, new flooring Fenced yard, garage, workshop www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
$498,000
mls n242882
1134 s.f. 2 bedroom home Addition for third bedroom 8x24 covered sundeck, fenced yard 8x13 front entry, freshly painted
Donna Grudgfield
$287,500
mls n243290
$54,900
1311 Lagopus Place
3874 Alfred Avenue
#94 - 95 Laidlaw Road
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Large corner lot in Silverking Brick accents, clay tile roof Vaulted ceiling, Jacuzzi, 2 fireplaces www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
$449,500
mls n243139
Brand new ranch style home Wheel chair friendly 2 bdrm, 2 bathroom, open floor plan Great for home based business
Peter Lund
$479,000
mls n244412
Nicely upgraded 14’ wide mobile Quick possession All appliances included www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
mls n244246
$239,900
$229,500
3524 Fifteenth Avenue
1339 Queen Street
3213 Turner Way
2943 Rosenthal Road
1191 Coalmine Road, Telkwa
1666 Princess Street
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4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 storey + bsmnt Shop, paved drive, fenced yard Family room & rec, f/p, ensuite www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
mls n240406
Prime corner lot, downtown C-1A zoning allows for multiple use Offices, entry foyer, bathroom www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
$325,000
mls n4507388
Family home, spacious 5 bdrm+den Huge kitchen, open,vaulted ceilings King size master, 5 piece ensuite www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
$579,500
mls n243488
5.5 acre horse/hobby farm Near town, across from river Roomy 5 bdrm/den family home www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
$279,000
mls n243710
Affordable 4 bed,2 bath,bsmnt entry Large fenced yard, near park & river Hardwood floors, sundeck, views www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
$187,500
mls n243952
Updated 4 bdrm, 2 bathroom home Great location near shopping centre High eff furnace, low heating costs www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
$439,000
mls n240761
$446,000
11846 Old Babine Lake Road
16475 Babine Lake Road
1496 Willow Street, Telkwa
233 Poplar Park Road
6234 Jane Haven Road
#25 – 7691 Highway 16
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Cute 3 bdrm, 2 bathroom, log home Located on a private 5 acres 18x46 heated shop with office area www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
mls n242384
Spectacular 317 acre rural retreat Privacy & recreation, shop Hay land, trees, wildlife, hiking Renovated 5 bdrm, 3 bath home
Ron Lapadat
mls n224574
Attractive 5 bdrm + den, 3 bathroom Master on main, big games room up Large fenced yard, space for RV www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat
$274,000
$495,000
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mls n244411
Kispiox valley house on 10 acres Home offers 1466 sf of living space Shop could convert into 2nd home Park like, walk to river and fishing
Charlie & Ron
$224,900
mls n243329
1996 rancher 2409 sq. Ft. Living area Detached garage/shop, outbuilding Stunning glacier view, fenced
Sandra Hinchliffe
$285,000
mls n245427
Enjoy lakefront living 5 bdrm, 4 bathroom, vaulted ceilings Large sundeck, double garage Mountain and lake views
Sandra Hinchliffe
$89,900
mls n238238
$334,500
1471 Bulkley Drive
3840 Ninth Avenue
2200 Hankin Ave, Telkwa
5716 Morris Road
#13-9265 George Frontage Rd
1127 Toronto Street
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Custom rancher on full basement Vaulted ceilings, lots of windows View of Babine & Hudson Bay Silverking location
Sandra Hinchliffe
mls n245418
Peter Lund Res. 847-3435
Affordable 5 bdrm+den family home Well maintained & immaculate Central location, new flooring Quick possession available
Karen Benson
Donna Grudgfield Cell. 847-1228
mls n242081
Leo Lubbers Cell. 847-1292
Unique home, converted church Living area has 14’ ceilings Many upgrades including furnace Pellet stove, OSBE, garage
Karen Benson
Ron Lapadat Cell. 847-0335
mls n237700
10.68 acres, fenced/x-fenced Updated mobile with addition Drilled well, new appliances Gardens, greenhouse, shop
Karen Benson
Sandra Hinchliffe Cell. 847-0725
mls n242286
Charlie McClary Cell. 877-1770
Affordable river front living 3 bedrooms, large fully fenced yard Beautifully renovated, great view Quick possession possible
Jantina Meints
Karen Benson Cell. 847-0548
Well maintained, clean home 3 bdrm, 3 bath, office, family room Updates inc new furnace & shingles Great location, sunny lot, RV parking
mls n242071
Jantina Meints
Jantina Meints Cell. 847-3144
Kiesha Matthews Cell. 876-8420
mls n245419
The Interior News
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Wednesday, June 17, 2015
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S PORTS State of fields cause injuries: soccer society president From CHANDLER on B1 “As long as we know that there’s going to be increased fees and there’s going to be increased taxes, and everybody’s okay with that, we can figure out the details later,” said Coun. Frank Wray as council debated whether to pass equipment purchases and maintenance along with the upgrade. Chandler Park Field Upgrades Advisory Committee member Coun. Greg Brown urged council to move forward with at least the upgrade. “Given the period of time that we have to prepare the package for tender, to receive the tender, and then allowing sufficient time for seeds to grow in the remainder of the growing season, if we push this decision to move forward with rehabilitation work this summer past tonight, we might as well push it into next year,” said Coun. Brown. The upgrade was passed, including applying a vinegarbased weed killer that consultant Stephen Kerbrat said would take longer to work and is only in the trials stages as an effective herbicide. “In Killex, one of the key active ingredients is 2,4D ... the little brother of Agent Orange. This is not happy stuff,” said Brown. When the weeds are gone, the fields leveled and irrigated, BV Soccer Society president Colin Bateman said many of the approximately 1,000 soccer players would benefit from a truer bounce of the ball and a drop in injuries. “Injuries are a huge problem. In the men’s league, as players get older they’re dropping out a lot earlier. The men’s league has dropped off significantly over the years because of the states of the field,” said Bateman. “Even [last Tuesday] night I was playing in a Cup game and I didn’t say anything, but all the talk was about how they don’t know whether they’re going to be able to play next year — and these are young people too.
“One guy was running and he just fell over in the middle of nowhere. They went
over and there was this huge divot in the pitch. Like a drop, not a divot, a big drop in where the
land is.” He added the addition of a third field should help bring
in revenue to pay for maintenance. “When [Team Canada player] Dan
Imhof went away he said he used to watch his dad play soccer and they were complaining about
the conditions of the field; we’re talking since the field’s been there,” said Bateman.
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