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The Vanderhoof Museum is looking in tip top shape with groomed grounds and painted buildings, it is looking the best its ever looked. Take a walk and see all that has been going on or go and have a picnic in the picnic area, with a stunning view of the various historical buildings. The Nechako Valley Historical Society and the District of Vanderhoof are hosting “A Night at the Museum’ event August 8 from 8 to 11 pm. There will be live music, historic photo booth, pie auction and storytelling at the museum. Everyone is welcome to go on over and see the museum in a new light.
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VICTORIA – Now that the political back-and-forth is over, there are two questions left about the Petronas-led proposal to make the biggest privatesector investment in B.C. history. Will it actually happen? And is it a good deal or a bad one? Premier Christy Clark ducked the first question on the day the project agreement for Pacific Northwest LNG was approved by the B.C. legislature. “After many predictions about the Canucks and the Alberta election, I don’t make predictions any more,� Clark said. “But I can say that this project has gone farther than any of our critics said that it would.� For what it’s worth, my prediction is on record: it will go ahead. The latest evidence is the company’s continued, costly effort to gain federal and local approval for a suspension bridge to Lelu Island to minimize the marine impact. Lax Kw’alaams Band members could not have had details on that change from an underwater pipeline when they voted to oppose the project in May. Is it a good deal? The mayors of Prince Rupert and Port Edward have made their views clear – they see it as a lifeline for an area that has struggled for years with a faded forest and fishing industry. The B.C. NDP is also now clear, hav-
ing voted against the project agreement in the brief summer session of the legislature that concluded last week. Whether the project proceeds or not, this will be a key election issue in 2017. NDP leader John Horgan and other MLAs made much of the lack of job guarantees, pointing to similar projects in Australia. Natural Gas Development Minister Rich Coleman issued a statement with excerpts from the state of Western Australia’s agreement for the Gorgon LNG project. The so-called guarantees contain qualifiers like this: “... except in those cases where ‌ it is not reasonable or economically practical to do so, use labour available within Western Australia.â€? Obviously there were no job guarantees, which could only exist in a command economy, in other words a communist dictatorship. Everyone agrees that specialized trades such as welding alloys for lowtemperature operation will be brought in. And LNG processing trains will be shipped in pre-fabricated from places like South Korea, as they have been in Australia and elsewhere. Pacific Northwest LNG is on record with federal regulators that in the latter stages of construction, the use of foreign labour for the project could reach 70 per cent. Does that make it a bad deal?
Perhaps B.C. could attempt develop this expertise from the ground up. It seems to me that was tried with aluminum ship fabrication, and it didn’t work out too well. For David Keane, president of the B.C. LNG Alliance, the question is how many large LNG projects, pipelines and all, can be managed at the same time as the Site C dam is being built. It was skilled labour shortages, and particularly a shortage of supervisors, that caused Australia to lose some of its proposed projects. Keane said all LNG proponents here want to use as much local labour as they can, because it’s less expensive and it builds local support. And he disagrees that B.C. is a sweet deal for the industry. Among other things, pipelines have to be built across two mountain ranges. Not only that, B.C. producers would pay an LNG income tax, which is a first in the history of the industry. Add to that PST, GST, payroll taxes, municipal taxes and federal and provincial corporate income taxes. Add aboriginal revenue sharing, and we have a deal. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca
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Free Workshop The Nechako Valley Food Group is to host a free workshop Tuesday, September 1 at 5:30 pm for the community located at the greenhouses and gardens on View Street in Vanderhoof. Everyone is welcome and you don’t need to be a member to attend. The workshop is regarding harvesting your garden. Janet Romaine will lead the group on harvesting and storage techniques for your summer garden, Janet is a farmer from Fort Fraser and an experienced gardner. If you want more information or to register please call Maya at 250-5702194.
Cops For Cancer Tour De North Cops for Cancer tour is scheduled for September 15 - 21, 2015. Cops for Cancer is an exciting annual event that takes place each fall, when over a hundred law enforcement and emergency services personnel from across the province brave all types of weather as they cycle up to two weeks across the daunting terrain of Vancouver Island, Northern BC, the coast of British Columbia and the Fraser Valley. Why? Because the impact of cancer on the life of a child and their family is devastating. Donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society through Cops for Cancer are used to fund life-saving research and caring support programs to reduce its impact. The Cops for Cancer Tour de North team travels over 850 km in seven days, through 10 communities, from Dawson Creek through Fort St John and down to Williams Lake. Andres Sanchez from the Fort St James RCMP is one of the Tour de North team riders.
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Nechako White Sturgeon Tours Justus Benckhuysen Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative The Nechako White Sturgeon Conservation Centre in Vanderhoof is a critical part of the plan to save the Nechako White Sturgeon. Young sturgeon raised at the Centre will be released into the Nechako River at one year of age. At that age sturgeon are at a size that they are not as susceptible to predators. Nechako White Sturgeon are endangered. Rearing these young fish in the Conservation Centre is part of the overall effort to re-establish a self-sustaining wild population. Researchers are currently focussing their attention on understanding the importance of flow, sediment and habitat quality in the area around Vanderhoof where sturgeon spawn each spring. Experiments have yielded interesting results so far. Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC staff have been working diligently for the past two months to keep conditions at the Centre just right for
the young sturgeon. Water quality, temperature, speed of the circulating water, lighting, and specialty food are all essential components of rearing sturgeon at the Conservation Centre. When they first hatch Nechako White Sturgeon are just 1 centimetre long and weigh about 0.05 grams. At eight weeks old they are already as much as 4 centimetres long and 0.5 grams in weight - they grow fast! The Conservation Centre goal for the coming year is to raise 12,000 sturgeon to one year of age, each weighing up to 150 grams. This means that by May of 2016 there could as much
as 1800 kilograms of sturgeon in the Conservation Centre – all to be released into the Nechako River. The release of these fish is a unique event and one worth participating in. Now that the young sturgeon have grown past their most sensitive stage the Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative is again hosting Conservation Centre tours. Every Thursday at 2:00 pm a thirty minute tour will be conducted. The tour will include information about the Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative, the Conservation Centre operations, and a walk through the Centre where you will get to see many thousands of sturgeon. You will also get to see adult sturgeon at the Centre that will be used for breeding next spring. Group tours are also available upon request. To schedule a group tour please contact the Conservation Centre at 250-567-6673. If you would like more information about educational opportunities please contact the Recovery Initiative by visiting www. nechakowhitesturgeon.org.
Northern Health Connections modified schedule during the month of August Northern Health’s ConnecMore information about Route description Last route before First day back tions program, providing healththe NH Connections program summer break in service care transportation for clients is available through the NH Prince George to Vancouver Thursday, August 6 Sunday, August 23 travelling to non-emergent Connections booking centre Vancouver to Prince George Saturday, August 8 Tuesday, August 25 health services outside their at 1-888-647-4997, via e-mail Prince George to Prince Rupert Friday, August 7 Sunday, August 23 home communities, will run on at NHConnections@northerna modified schedule during the health.ca or visit us on the inPrince Rupert to Prince George Saturday, August 8 Monday, August 24 month of August. The modified ternet at http://Nhconnections. Prince George to Ft St John Thursday, August 6 Sunday, August 23 schedule was implemented to ca Fort St John to Prince George Saturday, August 8 Tuesday, August 25 allow for routine maintenance NH Connections is open Valemount to Prince George Tuesday, August 4 Tuesday, August 25 of the bus fleet, and in response to anyone who needs to travel McBride, Valemount to low ridership during the sumto out-of-town healthcare apmer. pointments, regardless of their to Kamloops Thursday, August 6 Thursday, August 27 From August 9 to 22, the age or income. NH ConnecBurns Lake to Terrace Thursday, August 6 Thursday, August 27 Northern Health Connections tions offers routes connecting Burns Lake to Prince George Tuesday, August 4 Tuesday, August 25 program will not run regular communities across northern Burns Lake to Prince George routes. The call centre will reB.C., along with service to via Fort St. James Wednesday, August 5 Wednesday, August 26 main open during this time Vancouver. Ft Nelson to Dawson Creek Tuesday, August 4 Tuesday, August 25 frame. NH Connections uses As of August 8, the Northern custom-fitted wheelchair acDawson Creek to Ft Nelson Thursday, August 6 Thursday, August 27 Health Connections buses will cessible buses and coaches, Prince George to Mackenzie Wednesday, August 5 Wednesday, August 26 complete their last runs for the providing same-day shorttwo-week summer break. All distance trips as well as longsummer break and the first day back in service for routes will be operational as of August 23, 2015. distance travel. Fares range from $20 to $80 reeach route: The table below indicates the last run before the turn, depending on the length of travel.
New medal will honor B.C. citizens who do good deeds VICTORIA - The Province is heralding B.C. Day by unveiling its new Medal of Good Citizenship July 31. The medal features British Columbia’s shield, floral emblem and the words, ‘Generosity, Service and Selflessness’. British Columbians are now urged to consider good citizens making a difference in their communities and nominate them for this new honour. The front of the Medal of Good Citizenship features the shield of the province. On the back, a stylized version of B.C.’s floral emblem, the Pacific dogwood, and the words, ‘Generosity, Service and Selflessness’ are engraved to honour the kindness and generous acts of re-
cipients. “This year and going forward, good citizens whose actions are making a difference in their communities will have the opportunity to be officially recognized by the Province,” said Shirley Bond, selection committee chair and Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Minister Responsible for Labour. “The B.C. Day long weekend is the perfect time for British Columbians to think about those people in their communities who exemplify good citizenship with acts of generosity and service and consider nominating them for this provincial medal.” Nominations for the medal close
on Friday, Sept. 25, 2015, and details on how to nominate individuals can be found at: www.gov.bc.ca/ medalofgoodcitizenship The Medal of Good Citizenship will recognize individuals who, through exceptional long-term service, have made outstanding contributions to the well-being of their communities without expectation of remuneration or reward. The medal reflects their generosity, service, acts of selflessness, and outstanding contribution to community life. “The design of the medal was carefully considered and includes important elements that hold historical, geographical and cultural significance for British Columbia,”
said Teresa Wat, Minister of International Trade and Asia Pacific Strategy and Minister Responsible for Multiculturalism. “This medal will honour our most communityminded citizens: the people working in non-profits, volunteering their free time and continuously striving to make their community a better place.” The Province relies on citizens to recommend these altruistic individuals for recognition throughout the province. There is no age limit. Nominators are encouraged to identify inspiring youth in their community who have gone above and beyond in their contribution to society. Continued on page 6
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Illness from tainted oysters soars with heat Jeff Nagel Black Press
A surge in shellfish-related illness because of the hot summer weather has prompted the B.C. Centre for Disease Control to issue a warning to oyster lovers. The centre says 35 cases of a bacterial infection called Vibrio parahaemolyticus have been reported in June and July – an unprecedented number. Most people got sick from eating raw B.C. oysters served in restaurants, although some cases involved oysters that were self-harvested or bought at retail outlets. The bacteria occurs naturally in shellfish like oysters, clams, mussels, scallops and cockles and their concentrations rise in the summer months when water temperatures get warmer. “The risk is especially high this summer, as we can see from the number of Vibrio infections reported during the last two months,” said BCCDC epidemiologist Marsha Taylor. People can get sick when contaminated shellfish are eaten raw or undercooked. Diarrhea is the most common symptom from infection, but nausea, vomiting, fever, headache and bloody stools can also result. Symptoms last three days to a week and don’t usually require treatment. The BCCDC advises consumers to eat only cooked shellfish to destroy the bacteria and reduce the risk of gastrointestinal illness.
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Take them with you Contributed Black Press I drove my kids to the corner store a few days ago and as they ran in with their friends I shut the engine off. In less than a minute I could feel the inside of my truck rapidly heating up, but rather than turn on the air conditioning so I could cool down, I decided to see how long I could tolerate the extreme heat. I’d recently seen some social experiment videos in which people tested their endurance in a hot car and I was curious to feel it for myself. With the temperature at 90 degrees outside, how much would it rise with the doors closed and the windows rolled up? How long would I be able to hack it? By the time the kids returned close to eight minutes later I was drenched with sweat and felt like I’d been cooking in an oven. I had no idea how hot it had become, but after reading that a car can heat up to 125 degrees within minutes, I believe that probably wasn’t far off. When we consider the core temperature of an infant or young child can increase three to five times faster than that of an adult, it’s not surprising that over 700 of them have died from vehicular heatstroke since 1990. According to the nonprofit safety group Kids and Cars, 38 deaths per year is the new average, and that’s just in the U.S. Statistics such as these are unavailable in Canada. “He was asleep,” one of my friends explained about leaving her own toddler in the back seat when she ran into Starbucks. “And I was only going to be minute or two.” But the decision she thought was
harmless because she’d parked out front and could see her car from the counter, turned into a regret she’ll never repeat. “My order took longer that I expected,” she said. “And I’d also run into an old friend I started chatting with.” By the time she returned, her baby was crying and there were two concerned strangers trying to open her doors, angry she’d left him in there, and about to call 911. At first she was defensive and thought they were overreacting, but with her boiling hot two year old out of his car seat and in her arms sobbing she felt both mortified and grateful that her child was still conscious. People can have a terrible sense of how long it takes to do things and it only takes minutes in an overheated car for a child to suffer irreversible brain or kidney injuries. When body temperatures reach 104 degrees, internal organs can shut down, and at 107 degrees children can die.This doesn’t just happen to children left unattended by parents imagining they’ll be a brief moment either. It also happens to little ones who’ve been temporarily forgotten. Often due to a change in routine combined with fatigue and distracted thinking, loving parents have been known to have complete memory failure regarding their children in the back seat, only to discover their heartbreaking death once they return to the car. Medical experts caution us not to think it can’t happen to us and recommend leaving a shoe, wallet, phone or something we’ll need to retrieve from the backseat as a fullproof reminder of the child. And since kids sometimes get into cars on their own, they should always be locked and keys and remote open-
ers should be placed out of their reach. Leaving anyone in a vehicle who’s unable to open the door and remove themselves should never be done. And that advice applies to man’s best friend as well. Canines don’t sweat and have no way of cooling themselves, so an over heated vehicle can easily kill a dog. If you see a helpless person or animal in a hot car, remember that every second counts. Call 911, have someone report the name, model and license plate of the vehicle to the nearest business and don’t leave the scene until the situation’s resolved. If the parent or authorities are too slow to arrive and a life appears to be in imminent danger, find a witness who agrees and take steps to remove them from the hot car. Depending on the city, attempting a rescue such as this could lead to charges being laid - especially in the case of a broken window - but saving a life would be worth that risk to most of us. Once they’re out, move them to an air-conditioned space if possible, give them nonice water to drink and to cool them down with. Even on a day with milder temperatures and the windows cracked, a car can heat up exceedingly fast. Vehicular heatstroke fatalities have occurred with outside temperatures as low as 60 degrees, so always take them with you. Or if they’re a pet, leave them safe at home. For more information please visit: KidsAndCars.org Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com
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B.C. serves up new options for liquor producers or other event at one of these locations won’t have to apply for a separate Special Occasion Licence to reap these benefits either - one less thing to worry about when planning the big day. This latest change, made as a result of feedback heard during the Liquor Policy Review, will cut red tape for B.C. liquor manufacturers and help them further support and promote their allies in the industry, while offering a new, value-added service for their visitors. Over the next few months, government will continue consulting with liquor manufacturers about these on-site tasting options and the process for getting a liquor licence, to find areas where further red tape can be cut. Suzanne Anton, Minister of Justice - “How many British Columbians have been on a cidery tour and wanted to buy a glass of B.C. wine at one of their stops and been turned away? How
many people have held a wedding at a winery and been forced to apply and pay for a special occasion licence because they knew some of their guests would want to have a beer or a mixed drink? Well, as of today, these issues are a thing of the past. “We are doing away with B.C.’s archaic liquor rules. Today’s change will both create more selection for consumers, and support B.C. tourism, small businesses and our many incredible liquor producers.” John Yap, Parliamentary Secretary for Liquor Policy Reform - “Our government is making small changes with big impacts, as we update our liquor policies based on the feedback I received from industry and British Columbians during the Liquor Policy Review. Today is a great example of the work we are doing to open up the market to create more choice and convenience for consumers - while also creat-
Province releases phase one progress report on Mount Polley remediation WILLIAMS LAKE - Over the last year, significant progress has been made on environmental mitigation and remediation at the Mount Polley mine site which is outlined in the end of phase one progress report released today by Environment Minister Mary Polak. Phase one of the longer-term remediation efforts focussed on stabilizing Hazeltine Creek so it would be safe over the winter months and through the higher water flows from spring freshet. The Province has overseen all environmental remediation and monitoring work done by the Mount Polley Mining Corporation and will continue to do so.
All deliverables for phase one were completed by the end of June, which included successfully implementing measures to ensure the increased water flow did not result in additional environmental or human health impacts. Another key outcome successfully completed in this phase was ensuring water quality entering Quesnel Lake met provincial water quality guidelines. The Province has created a video showing the extent of the remediation work completed over the past year which can be found at: http:// youtu.be/JMIORbuebYk To-date, the ministry considers the following
activities complete or suitably initiated: * Safety (e.g., woody debris removed from Quesnel Lake) * Containment of tailings * Monitoring * Protection of archaeological resources * Protection of fish * Erosion mitigation * Water treatment * Reporting Phase two will continue to focus on remediating the impacts of the breach through summer 2016 and beyond and will include an ecological and human health risk assessment. Ongoing impact assessment, monitoring and mitigation activities will also occur. First Nations and local communities will be active
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participants throughout this phase. Mary Polak, Minister of Environment “The remediation and clean-up work done over the past year is truly impressive and I thank all involved. We recognize full environmental remediation will take years and we will continue to work closely with First Nations, the local communities and the mine to ensure a comprehensive longterm plan for monitoring, remediation and restoration is implemented.”
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ing more opportunities for B.C.’s burgeoning liquor industry to reach its full potential.” Norm Letnick, Minister of Agriculture - “These changes mean there are more opportunities for B.C.’s artisan spirit, wine and beer producers to showcase and sell their products to local residents and visitors, and compete with products from around the world. The growing demand for craft B.C. beverages highlights the consumer demand for local foods and creates new markets and customers for B.C. growers and value-added producers, a key goal in our Agrifoods Strategy to grow B.C.’s agrifoods sector into a $14 billion a year industry by 2017.” Tyler Dyck, president, Craft Distillers Guild of BC - “This is a perfect way to allow craft B.C. distilleries, wineries, cideries and breweries to showcase one another, in an effort to cross-promote and support the local B.C. industry. Our distillers have been asked on a daily basis why we can’t serve craft B.C. beer and wine in our lounges - and now we will be able to share the good news with our
HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVE THERAPY BY MAGDALENA SAITO
VANCOUVER - Most customers at a distillery lounge are visiting for the spirits - however, thanks to the latest government liquor update, they will now also have the option to order a beer, cider or glass of wine, if they prefer. Previously, a winery could only sell glasses of vino it produced onsite, and a brewery could only let you buy a glass of its local beer. This would sometimes mean that some visitors would choose to not purchase anything, if they’d rather have a cider or a mixed drink, for example. No longer is this the case. Starting today, distilleries, wineries, cideries and breweries with licensed lounges or special event areas can sell liquor they don’t produce, for customers to enjoy during their visit. By making this change, it also means that, in many cases, customers throwing a wedding
customers that they have that option.” Miles Prodan, president and CEO, BC Wine Institute - “This is a welcomed enhancement to the B.C. wine industry, both from a business perspective and also for our customers’ convenience. While we know many of our visitors are exploring our worldclass wineries to experience B.C. wine, it’s also nice to be able to offer consumers the option of a mixed drink or a beer.” In order to ensure the focus remains on the manufacturer’s own unique products, sales of other liquor will be capped - only 20% of their sales each quarter can be from alcohol produced off-site. As of July 28, 2015, government has implemented 35 recommendations from the Liquor Policy Review. Government has adopted a phasedin approach to modernizing B.C.’s liquor laws, and will continue consulting with stakeholders and reviewing the changes made, in order to ensure that there are no unintended consequences.
Summer time - Learning time Continued from July 29 Organs on their own have a set of functions but fulfill their optimum level of efficacy within their organ systems. Organs that work together to complete a set of functions for the body. There are 12 organ systems in the body, this week we will do a slight introduction, with the following weeks a more in depth look at the body organ systems, along with their individual organs and the types of illnesses (pathologies) you may find, as well as what types of things can be done that are thought to give aid to those organs or organ systems. 7 – Lymphatic System – a great asset to the immune system, disposes of debris, home to white blood cells: Red Bone Marrow, Thymus, Lymphatic vessels, Thoracic duct, Spleen, Lymph nodes 8 –Respiratory system – keep the blood and body oxygenated: Nasal Cavity, Pharynx, Larynx, Trachea, Lung, Bronchus 9 – Digestive System – breaks food down into usable nutrients: Oral cavity, Esophagus, Liver, Stomach, Small and Large Intestine, Rectum, Anus 10 – Urinary System – eliminates wastes: Kidney, Ureter, Bladder, Urethra 11 – Male reproductive System - Production of offspring, sex hormone production: Prostate gland, Penis, Testis, Scrotum, Ductus deferens 12 – Female reproductive system - Production of offspring, sex hormone production: Mammary glands, Ovary, Uterine tube, Uterus, Vagina
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Beautiful blooms Busy District crew Weeding and grooming at the Vanderhoof Museum.
Masses of petunias everywhere you look this year. Left to right: Alex Rodriguez, Ken Simon, Julie Harrison
New medal From page 3 * The shield of the province was originally granted by King Edward VII in 1906 and consists of several elements that hold historical, geographical and cultural significance for B.C. * British Columbia’s provincial flower, The Pacific dogwood (Cornus nuttallii) was adopted in 1956 as B.C.’s floral emblem and a stylized version appears on the back of the medal. * Nominations are accepted year-round; the closing date is the last Friday in September. Nominations received after this date will be considered the following year. * All nominations will undergo a public nomination process and be reviewed for accuracy to ensure all required criteria have been met. * An independent Selection Committee will review all nominations and make recommendations on the selection of recipients. * There is no age requirement for nominations - youth nominations are welcome. To learn more or to nominate a good citizen in your community, see: www.gov.bc.ca/ medalofgoodcitizenship
Together We Are Stronger Meet MNP’s Newest Team Members Success in business starts with a strong team and a common vision. That’s why we are pleased to announce Ken Simon and his team, Alex Rodriguez and Julie Harrison, have joined MNP. Serving clients across B.C., with a focus on Vanderhoof and northern communities, Ken and his team share MNP’s values and commitment to helping clients succeed. By bringing together our combined expertise and resources, we continue to build the best team possible to ensure you stay competitive and profitable. Please join us in welcoming MNP’s newest members, who will continue to provide outstanding service to clients from #200 - 2375 Burrard Ave. in Vanderhoof. To find out what MNP can do for you, contact Rod Quiring, CPA, CA, at 250.596.8312 or rod.quiring@mnp.ca
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Soccer tryouts The Under 16 Aboriginal girls tryouts for soccer as the North East Thunder Girls U16 Team were held July 25 and 26 in Vanderhoof. A team has been chosen to represent this area in the Aboriginal Provincial Championships in Hazelton on August 14 - 16. Shauna and Tom Kelly are the coaches and organizers of the new team.
Radon Measurement and Mitigation Course October 5-9th   The Canadian Cancer Society believes people have the right to know if they are being exposed to cancer causing substances in their homes, environment or workplaces. The Canadian Cancer Society recommends everyone should measure the radon levels in their homes and is working hard to reduce peoples exposures. For any questions, or to reserve your seat, contact Kerensa Medhurst at the Canadian Cancer Society at 250-645-2370.
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With the support of Health Canada, the Canadian Cancer Society is offering a Radon Measurement & Mitigation Certification Course in Prince George, BC October 5th to 9th, 2015. This course is the first of its kind in the northern region of BC since the new Building Code amendments took effect in December 2014.  Radon is a naturally occurring, colourless, odourless cancer-causing gas that can build up in your home. Caused by the natural decay of uranium in rocks and soil, radon is present everywhere in Canada in varying degrees. Radon exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers and the Northern BC region is a recognized hot spot with high radon potential.   Radon is responsible for about 16% of all lung cancer deaths.  In BC, an estimated 3,050 new lung cancer cases are expected for 2014 and 2,450 lung cancer deaths are expected. Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death for both men and women and takes the lives of more Canadians that breast, prostate and colorectal cancers combined.  Through a mixture of theory & hands-on training, participants will complete both their Level 1 Measurement and Level 1 Mitigation Training. Participants will learn various methods of radon measurement, radon entry methods and mitigation techniques as well as help design and install a full mitigation system in an existing home. This course complies with the latest Health Canada standards (updated 2013) and the Canadian National Radon Proficiency Program (C-NRPP). This training is recognized across Canada and is recognized by Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors BC for 10 continuing education credits.  The course will be five full days in duration (Monday-Friday) October 5th to 9th with flexible exam dates. With the support of Health Canada, the Canadian Cancer Society is proud to offer a discounted tuition of $960.00 in an effort to increase the number of certified radon mitigation professionals in the northern region of BC. This tuition cost covers both of the measurement and mitigation exam fees.
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families on income assistance VICTORIA Amendments to the employment and assistance and the employment and assistance for persons with disabilities regulations pave the way for significant changes to the income and disability assistance program in British Columbia. These changes will come into effect on Sept. 1, 2015. The new Single Parent Employment Initiative will remove barriers to employment for single parents on income and disability assistance, providing them with the training and supports they need to secure longterm and sustainable employment. Up to 16,000 single parents on income and disability assistance will be able to benefit from this program which offers: * Up to 12 months of funded training for in-demand jobs, or a paid work experience placement; * Transit costs to and from school; * Child-care costs during their training or work placement and in the first year of employment; * Health supplement coverage for a full year after they leave income assistance for employment; * Single parents will also be able to remain on income assis-
tance when they attend a training program, and * Exemptions for bursaries, scholarships and grants have also been extended to single parents in approved training programs. Regulation changes required to make child support payments fully exempt for parents on income and disability assistance were also made today. This is expected to provide $32 million to more than 5,400 vulnerable children throughout the province over the next three years. To further support B.C. children, government also amended regulations to make the Canada Pension Plan Orphan’s Benefit exempt. Like child support, the ministry intends for these payments to fully benefit children. The Orphan’s Benefit is a monthly payment that goes to a surviving child of a deceased parent. The average monthly benefit is about $235. Amendments were also made to allow for new earning exemptions, which include doubling the exemption from $200 to $400 per month for all families with children, and increasing the exemption from $300 to $500 per month for families who have a child with a disability. In addition, all families will be able to keep their ba-
sic health supplement coverage for a full year when they leave income assistance for employment. Health supplements give families access to dental, optical and Ministry of Health MSP and PharmaCare programs. Social Development and Social Innovation Minister Michelle Stilwell hosted an information session with service providers that support single parents today to provide an opportunity to learn more about the Single Parent Employment Initiative. Those attending the discussion included representatives for: * YWCA Metro Vancouver * Family Services of Greater Vancouver * BC Council for Families * Aspect * First Call * United Way Leading up to the September launch, and in the future, the ministry will reach out to single parents and community organizations that support single parents to provide them with information about the new Single Parent Employment Initiative. This information will include how to participate, the benefits, supports and services and how it works. The ministry wants to ensure as many single parents as possible have the opportunity to participate
in this significant employment initiative. Michelle Stilwell, Minister of Social Development and Social Innovation - “Today’s regulation changes open the door to employment and self-sufficiency for thousands of single parents on income and disability assistance who need a hand up to provide a better future for themselves and their children. These changes lay the foundation for the new Single Parent Employment Initiative, which will provide single parents with the essential supports, tools and skills training they need to secure longterm and in-demand jobs.” Stephanie Cadieux, Minister of Children and Family Development - “Through the new Single Parent Employment Initiative, thousands of single parents will have the opportunity to enrich their lives and build a brighter future for their families. To help parents on the path to success, we are covering the full cost of child care during their training or work placement - and in their first year of employment to ease parents’ worry and stress about finding quality, affordable care for their children.” Jessica, single parent - “As a single parent on disability
I was so excited to hear about the new government funded single parent training initiate. It has always been a dream of mine to attend culinary school but with child care costs and the expense of school I felt like that dream was not attainable. Even more important is that with this new program I can be trained in a field that can guarantee gainful employment and not feel the pressure of unaffordable debt after my training. I am very grateful that this program now exists.” Caroline Bonesky, CEO, Family Services of Greater Vancouver “Every day, single parents come through our doors at Family Services of Greater Vancouver overwhelmed by the pressure and strain of raising a family alone. They come to us ready to make change happen, yet financial pressures often are barriers to making change happen. When we learned of the Single Parent Employment Initiative, we breathed a sigh of relief for the families of our WorkBC Employment Services program. This initiative has looked at all aspects of barriers to employment, and addresses many of the issues that get in the way of success.” Joel Kaplan, execu-
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BC SPCA your first adoption option! This sweet little girl is a 5 year old fixed female who is a little shy. She enjoys spending time with people in a quiet setting. She would do best in a home with children 12+ years and no dogs. She does get along with other cats, but appreciates her space. Paisley is a very loving cat who just needs some time to adjust in a new home and for someone to show her she does not have to be afraid. If Paisley sounds like the cat for you, contact the shelter today at 250-562-5511
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of single parents on income and disability assistance are female. * Children who grow up in an incomeassistance family are at greater risk of living in low income when they become adults. Research suggests they may be three or more times more likely to become dependent on income assistance as an adult, compared to children with no or limited exposure to income assistance. * There are 84 WorkBC Employment Services Centres throughout B.C. * Launched in April 2014, B.C.’s blueprint will help British Columbians align their training with in-demand jobs so they can be first in line for jobs in B.C. * By 2022, there will be one million job openings in B.C. more than 78% of jobs will require some form of post-secondary education, and 44% of jobs will be in skilled trades and technical occupations. * B.C. is the first province to fully exempt child-support payments for families receiving income and disability assistance.
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tive director, BC Council for Families - “The council’s Let’s Talk Families survey results points out that two of the top five challenges families face in B.C. are children’s care and education. Removing these barriers for single parents on income assistance is a very welcome step.” Janet Austin, CEO, YWCA Metro Vancouver - “Removing barriers to employment is fundamental in helping single parents achieve economic independence. Opportunities for paid training, along with additional supports, such as child care and transportation, remove some of the obstacles experienced by many YWCA clients and help single parents build brighter futures for themselves and their children.” * Currently, there are 16,000 singleparent families with 26,000 children who are on income and disability assistance in B.C. * For people just on income assistance, when you include children, single-parent families represent 44% of all recipients. * On average, 90%
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The Gospel Chapel 448 Connaught Street 11:00 a.m. Worship Service (Affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of Canada) For more information call
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Our Mission Glorifying God by helping all people move closer to Jesus Christ one step at a time.
Nechako Christian Fellowship WELCOMES YOU! 11:00 am Worship Service 767 Loop Road Email: NechCS@live.com Christ - Centered Bible - Based Missions - Minded Non-Denominational
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NEW EVENTS.... ENGLISH STYLE FISH AND CHIPS...fresh frozen Newfoundland cod. Sunday, August 16 @ 5pm, Halltray Farms, Northside Road. Proceeds to Anglican Church. Everyone welcome. *** GIGANTIC YARD SALE...St. Patrick’s Anglican Church, Stuart St, Fort St. James - August 8, 2015, 9 to 2. Loads of household items as well as tools, furniture, clothes, bikes etc. All proceeds to Stuart Lake Outreach Group Food Bank. All are welcome. *** DO YOU HAVE PERSISTENT PAIN? Then this support group is for you. This peer-led support group will help you to self-manage your pain, provide education, reduce the isolation that so many people with persistent pain find themselves facing. Help you find meaning and purpose in your life again. For more details visit our website or call our toll free number 1-844-747-7246, email: vanderhoof@ pipain.com, attn: Racquel. *** FRASER LAKE FESTIVAL of the Arts is calling on visual artists of all mediums, quilters, pottery, bands, singers, poets etc. Festival will be August 8th, 2015.Call 250-6991234 for more information or email: festivalofthearts@gmail.com *** GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA...Looking for FUN opportunities and challenges? Interested in making Friends? Do you like Games, Art, Sports? Do you enjoy Science, Camping, Outdoor activities, Singing & Drama? Helping with Community projects? Join Girl Guides! On-line registration also available at www.girlguides. ca Contact person: Kathy Russell @ 567-3882. *** VANDERHOOF AIR CADETS... Meetings - Tues 6:30-9:30 at the Gospel Chapel For more information call: 250-640-0218 or 250-570-7496 *** STUART NECHAKO MANOR... looking for volunteers. Help needed with outings, Serving meals, entertainment and visits for the residents. Please contact Marnie at 250 567 6290 for more information. *** VOLUNTEERS NEEDED....Would you like to become part of a team working together to improve the quality of life for stroke survivors? The Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery Group is looking for volunteers to join their team. Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery’s goal is to encourage stroke survivors to improve their lives through education, exercise, work groups, crafts, outings, etc. No special skills required; training and orientation are provided. Patience and caring understanding a necessity. Volunteers share responsibilities: assisting with activities, exercises, education, crafts, outings, fund raising. Time commitment: 3 hour meeting each Monday morning (excluding stat holidays), from September through mid-June. Please contact Penny (250) 567-3966 vanderhoofstrokerecovery@ gmail.com *** SENIORS CONNECTED... is looking for Seniors in need of Outreach & Transportation. We are also taking applications for Volunteers wanting to take part in the VSC Program. Vanderhoof Seniors Connected is a program dedicated to improving the quality of life for Seniors/Elders in our community through Companionship and Transportation Assistance. Phone 250-567-8587. For more information contact email at vanderhoofseniors@hotmail.com
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PICTURE THIS....Your activity could be featured in “Picture This.” Snap a photo at your groups’ fundraiser. It could be anything from a car wash to cleaning up our streets. It could even include school activities. Basically people making a difference in our community. Send us your photo by e-mail (advertising@ominecaexpress.com) or drop it off at the Omineca Express (150 W. Columbia Street). Please provide a brief description accompanied with the photo. This week’s submission....
Campfire ban has been rescinded in the Northwest Fire Centre. Open burning, fireworks and firecrackers are still prohibited. *** CALLING ALL SENIORS... come and join us for carpet bowling, pool or snooker - Monday and Thursday afternoons at the Friendship Centre. We also have cards or bingo on Wednesday evenings. Music nights are also popular and these are the last Friday night of the month. Come and have some fun! Everybody welcome young or golden agers. Call Erling Clemmensen for more info: 250-5679927. *** AL-ANON...Has your life been affected by someone elses drinking? The Al-Anon is for you! Meetings held on Mondays at 7pm in Community Room at Omineca Safe Home Society. For more information contact Gail at 567-4318. *** THE NORTHSIDE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE...meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call Brenda, 250 567-9705. *** V’HOOF HOSPICE SOCIETY... Do you have a few hours a month to give? Are you sensitive to the special needs of those persons at the end stages of life? Want to be part of a great organization that makes a difference in our community, then we are looking for you. The V’hoof Hospice Society is a not-for profit charity looking for new volunteer members. Our Society has a desire to help others. We are sensitive to the special needs of the dying patient and their families. We do not have personal agendas or “missions” to our Hospice work. Our main fundraising come in the form of donations to our Tree of Life. We are looking for new members to continue this great service. For more info call Valerie Pagdin at 250-567-6218 (weekdays), 250-567-3889 (evenings/ weekends) or vanderhoofhospice@ gmail.com *** THE FOOD BANK... is in serious need of food donations. Specifically the following is needed: “Chunky” soups and stews and canned milk. *** BADMINTON AT FLESS GYM... Every Thursday at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. come out and have some fun! *** THE VANDERHOOF CANCER SUPPORT GROUP...meets the first Friday of every month @ noon at the The Reid. For more info call Karen @ 567-4828. *** ENDAKO HALL SOCIETY...meets every THIRD Wednesday of the month in the hall at 7:30pm. *** THE YELLOWHEAD DRAFT HORSE ASSOCIATION...is an organization for those interested in light and heavy horse driving. Monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month. For more info contact: Jon 250-5678484. *** NECHAKO QUILTERS GUILD... meets the third Tuesday of the month 9:30 am (Sept. - May) at Nechako
View Seniors Common Room. Fran Sheeley 567-5254. *** THE FRASER QUILTERS GUILD... meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am at the Fort Fraser Community Hall. Newcomers welcome. *** HOSPICE TREE OF LIFE... is to honour the living as well as to remember and honour those who have passed on. For more info call Valerie Pagdin at 250-567-6218 (weekdays), 250-567-3889 (evenings/ weekends) or vanderhoofhospice@ gmail.com *** THE FRASER LAKE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in Autumn Services. For further information call Judy at 250-6997763. *** VANDERHOOF 899 AIR CADET SQUADRON...Cadets will meet every TUESDAY night – 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the 480 Connaught St. at the Gospel Chapel. Anyone age 12 to 18 interested in the Cadet Program is welcome to attend. Any adult interested in assisting in anyway, please contact the officers at the 480 Connaught St. at the Gospel Chapel Tuesday night. For more information call: Capt. John Callaghan - 250-6400218, Yvonne Melo - 250-690-7496 Evenings. *** AA MEETING... Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. United Church Hall. 567-8087 or 567-4588 *** FRASER LAKE AA MEETINGS... Tues & Thurs 8:00 p.m. at St. Wilfred’s Church just across from the Village Hall. *** ST. JOHN HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SOCIETY... meets second Tuesday of the month (with the exception of July & August) at 7:00 p.m. in the hospital cafeteria. For further info contact Edna 567-9759 - New members welcome. *** VANDERHOOF LIBRARY HOURS Tuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday 10:00am to 5:00pm & 6:30pm to 8:30pm Thursday 10:00am to 5:00pm Friday 10:00 am to 6:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm *** FRASER LAKE LIBRARY HOURS Sunday & Monday Closed Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday & Thursday 12pm - 8pm Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 2pm *** NVSS BOTTLE DEPOT HOURS Open Mon, Tues, Friday 11am-5pm Saturday 10am-5 p.m.
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Coulthard, John ‘Val’ born on February 14, 1935 in Soda Creek, BC and passed away, peacefully, July 24, 2015 in Vanderhoof, BC. Val leaves behind his partner of 45 years, Pat Prosser, his daughters, Valerie Coulthard and Bridget (Joey) Rosetti; his step-daughters, Lorry (Nino) Fabbro and Kathie McCarville. He also leaves 3 grandsons, Jeremy, Matthew and Levi, 3 beautiful granddaughters, Melissa, Peggy and Trista and 1 great grandson, Haru. His siblings Grace, Bill and Jim as well as many nieces and nephews. No service by request.
SAW FILERS Vancouver Island, BC WFP is currently seeking Certified Saw Filers at a variety of Sawmill locations on Vancouver Island, BC. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Reporting to the Head Filer, you are required to safely perform quality work within the scope of the trade as it pertains to sawfitting. A Saw Filer (bench ticket preferred), ideally with experience in Heavy Industry, but not limited to, experience in the Forest Industry, you bring to the job an excellent safety record and a strong work ethic. You are a highly motivated team player with excellent skills in relation to time management and prioritizing, accountability and dependability. This is an hourly paid position. Rates of pay and benefits information can be found in the WFP/USW Collective Agreement. Details of the collective agreement can be viewed at http://westernforest.com/business-value/our-people-employment/employees/
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CHEF/HEAD COOK Job Location: The View Hotel Bistro & Lounge, Fort St. James Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible Education: Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or similar qualifications Experience: A minimum of 2 years of work related skill and knowledge is required. Kitchen leadership experience preferred. Salary: Competitive salary will be offered based on experience and qualification. Job Description: To assure that the culinary operation runs smoothly and effectively according to the operational criteria of the property. Head chef is involved in staffing of kitchen, developing new and creative menu items, forecasting supply needs, ordering supplies, inventory control, estimating cost and maintaining profitable operational budgets, training new staff and monitoring their performance. Executing excellence in food quality and presentation and maintaining sanitary and safety guidelines are a must. Creating an engaging and energetic environment where all staff works as a team. Responsibilities will be restricted to the kitchen end only, no need to manage front end. Application Process: Please email applications and inquiries to info@theviewhotel.ca
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Alfred ‘Al’ McNabb Feb 1, 1931 July 20, 2015 Al passed away peacefully at St. John Hospital. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. The family would like to thank the Oncology Teams of Northern Health, and the Nurses and Doctors of St. John Hospital. “Our foundation of strength and enduring love...”
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AND Keep your INVITATION TO MAKE REPRESENTATIONS toddler safe in NOTICE IS GIVEN, pursuant to section 6 of the First Nations Fiscal Management Act (hereafter referred to as the “FNFMA”), that Stellat’en First Nation (“The First the proposes car. to enact the Stellat’en First Nation Property Assessment Law, Nation”)
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DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED LAWS: The Proposed Laws are a property taxation law and a property assessment law, both made under the authority of section 5(1)(a) of the FNFMA. The property assessment law provides for the assessment and valuation of interests in land on the reserve lands of the First Nation, including appointing assessors, inspecting property, preparing assessment rolls, and mailing assessment notices. The property assessment law also provides a process for reconsideration of assessments and for a right of appeal to an independent assessment review board. The property taxation law establishes a taxation regime that taxes interests in land in the reserve, and includes provisions for exemptions, grants, preparing tax rolls and tax notices, the levy of penalties and interest on unpaid taxes, and the collection and enforcement of unpaid taxes. the Stellat’en First Nation band office, or obtained online from the First Nations Gazette, Part I: Notices, at www.fng.ca. COUNCIL OF THE FIRST NATION INVITES WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS regarding the Proposed Laws. Written representations may be made to the Council for 60 days after the date of this notice. PERSONS WISHING TO MAKE A WRITTEN REPRESENTATION must deliver the document containing the representations to: Chief and Council, Stellat’en First Nation, P.O. Box 760, Fraser Lake, BC, V0J 1S0. Representations should be made on or before 4:00 pm, October 5, 2015 in order to ensure consideration by Council. Before making the Proposed Laws, Council will consider all written representations received in accordance with this Notice. Please note that Council is not able to extend the public notice period. CONTACT INFORMATION: For further information or questions regarding the Proposed Laws, this Notice, or the making of written representations to Council, please contact Sandra Nahornoff at 250-699-8747.
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