Caledonia Courier, November 11, 2015 by Black Press Media Group

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◆ Dr. Meyer honoured - pg 2 ◆ Anti-bullying movement - pg 3

◆ Remembrance Day - pg 6, 7 ◆ Toy & Food Drive - pg 8

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NEWS BRIEFS Extreme weather shelter spaces available in Terrace and Smithers The B.C. government is funding 25 extreme weather shelter spaces in Terrace and Smithers this winter to help people whose health and safety may be threatened by cold weather. The temporary spaces are available until March 31, as Terrace and Smithers issue extreme weather alerts. “Northern B.C. winters can be particularly dangerous to those who don’t have permanent shelter,” Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad said. “Our government wants to make sure people have access to a safe, warm place at night.” Each community decides what weather conditions warrant an alert and how many spaces to activate on a given night, depending on the capacity of existing shelters and the estimated need. Throughout British Columbia, close to 1,200 temporary emergency shelter spaces will be available this winter in about 100 communities. The provincial government also funds outreach teams to help connect people with a range of services such as housing, health care and community supports. Last year, more than 7,200 people in B.C. were connected to housing, income assistance and a range of support services by provincially funded homeless outreach and shelter workers. A list of permanent shelter spaces is available at:www.bchousing.org/ Options/Emergency_ Housing/ESP.

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Fort St. James awards first key to the city BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

For Pete Panesar, It’s all about giving back to the community that has given so much to him. On Oct. 24, Panesar was awarded the first key to the city in Fort St. James for 25 years of voluntary service with the Fort St. James Fire Department. The department held a dinner in recognition of those who have serviced and dedicated their time in helping make a difference in the community. Panesar received a certificate for 25 years of service but he had no idea of what was to follow. Mayor Rob MacDougall presented Panesar with the key. “I was shocked,” Panesar said. It was such a surprise. I knew I would receive an award for 25 years of service, but this I did not expect.” The first time recipient of the key was overjoyed and emotional his wife said. Panesar, 61, has been married 38 years. He was born in India and raised in England. “One day my dad said that I should go and have a holiday, so off I went.” Panesar resided in Vancouver for a while and then ended up in Vanderhoof. He met his wife, moved to Fort St. James and landed a job at Conifex Sawmill in 1978 where he still works today. One girl and two boys later, the couple decided that Fort St. James would be their new home. “I was done moving around. My wife was happy, we had made new friends, this was our home,” Panesar said. And what a warm and welcoming home the Panesars have made. Pictures of children and grandchildren fill their walls as well as photos of Panesar working at the fire department through the years. His certificates along with the key to the city are on display as Panesar smiles and his wife looks on with pride. “It was tough at first. When the kids were younger it was hard, but we managed. The kids are so proud of him, I’m so proud of him. We’ve come so far,” she said. “I joined the fire dept. because I wanted to help people,” Panesar says. The old fire chief invited me to join and here I am 25 years later.” Through the years, Panesar has seen many changes within the department. He helped raise money and rebuild the fire hall training centre which is the only one of its kind in the Northern Interior according to Panesar. He also helped with the addition to the fire hall as well as fundraising for a new truck. “I’ve been involved with lots of fundraising. “Hearts are so big here. Everyone looks after each other,” Panesar said. With all of his training certificates

Pete Panesar with the key to the city.

and various awards, there is still another that was awarded to Panesar along with his key to the city. From the Governor General of Canada, Panesar received the Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal in recognition of 20 years of loyal exemplary service to the public security in Canada. “I’m so surprised to receive this. I am proud with what I’ve achieved and I’m just so happy that I’ve been able to help my community,” he said. Panesar is pleased with the fire department’s recent developments and its focus being that on safety. “The department has changed so much and I’m so proud to be a part of it today. We’ve become so close. We’re like a family,” Panesar said. With four grandchildren and one on the way, Panesar is showing no signs of stopping yet. “I love this close knit community. I’m here if needed. My radio is right here. I’m not going anywhere.”

Pete Panesar with his wife at home, holding his recent achievements.

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NEWS Fort St. James community honours Dr. Anthon Meyer Courier

BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

Fort St. James came together as a community to honour someone who’s made a difference in the community, Dr. Anthon Meyer. Meyer, who recently received an award as B.C.’s family doctor of the year by the College of Family Physicians of Canada, was honoured with a luncheon on Nov. 4 hosted by the District of Fort St. James. Meyer’s family, Mayor Rob MacDougall, city councillors and city residents came together to congratulate, share and offer thanks to the man who came to Fort St. James with a vision three years ago. “His vision has become a reality and we can’t thank you enough,” Mayor MacDougall said. MacDougall highlighted Meyer’s relationship between

family and patient and it this relationship that Meyer remains so passionate about today. “My focus is community based local care by bringing the care to the patient,” Meyer said. Meyer, originally from South Africa, has spent his career in rural and under-serviced communities in Manitoba and in Northern Ontario before coming to Fort St James. As the founder of AMDOCS, he has developed a unique primary care model that has led to the recruitment of health care providers and the establishment of full-service and rural general practises with ER skills particularly in First Nations communities. Since being in Fort St. James, Meyer has developed outreach First Nations programs, a chronic disease management program and hospital emergency is now available

24/7. Talks of a new hospital are also in the works. Various members of the community thanked Meyer for his contributions and his medical expertise. He has even been referred to as having a “sixth sense” when it comes to determining a patient’s needs. “His focus is to care with care,” MacDougall said as he thanked Meyer for making Fort St. James his home away from home and honoured him with the key to the city. Dr. Meyer is the second to receive the key to the city from the District of Fort St. James. Meyer thanked the community. “I am happy that we can shine the light on Fort St. James. You should be so proud of all that you have done.” For Meyer, and for the community, the relationship between the two is invaluable. “To touch the soul of an individual, this is most important,” Meyer said.

Mayor Rob MacDougall honours Dr. Anthon Meyer with the key to the city. Photo by Barbara Latkowski

District of Fort St. James Calendar NOVEMBER, 2015 SUNDAY 8

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TUESDAY

Public Skating 5:30-7:30

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

Public Skating 5:30-7:30

Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church 1-4pm Technologies for 7:30pm Arts Council AGM @ Enterprise Centre Small Farm Businesses

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

Heritage Christmas @ Historic Park 3-6pm Public Skating 5:30-7:30 Festival of Trees

6 Public Skating 5:30-7:30

Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun Regular Council Meeting 7pm

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

FRIDAY

DECEMBER

Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

Regular Council Meeting 7pm

Christmas Home Fair Shopping Blitz 10:00-4:00pm @ United Church

Festival of Trees

4 Public Skating 7:00-8:30

Women Connect NVCSS Boardroom 349 Stuart Drive 6-8pm

10 9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun

Public Skating 7:00-8:30 Santa Parade Festival of Trees

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun

Craft Fair 10:00-4:30 @ High School

Public Skating 7:00-8:30

SATURDAY 14

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun

Cancer Support Group 1pm @ Sue’s

Gym @ Nakalbun Remembrance Day 10:45 Parade 11am Service at Spirit Square Hospital Auxiliary 7pm Food Bank St Patrick’s Church 2 to 4 pm,

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

THURSDAY

119:30-11am Pre School 12

16 Craft Fair 10:00-3:30 @ High School

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Canadian Red Cross dinner/workshop encourages anti-bullying movement to continue in Fort St. James BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

Anti-bullying awareness continues in the community of Fort St. James. On Nov. 3, the Canadian Red Cross hosted a free lasagna dinner for parents, children, teachers and community members at Fort St. James Secondary School. The dinner/workshop focused on promoting safe relationships. The training objectives included: understanding the dynamics of bullying, understanding the guidelines in promoting healthy relationships and learning how to support children or youth who are experiencing bullying. Ellie Langford-Parks from the Canadian Red Cross facilitated the event. “We used to think that bullying was a normal part of childhood but now we know it has serious consequences.” In 2008, a B.C. health survey said that being bullied was a reality for 46 per cent of youth. The dinner/workshop brought out a good crowd who were

eager to chat and share their views on how this growing problem can be tackled in Fort St. James. The agenda promoted discussion in: characteristics of healthy relationships, power, bullying, labels and stereotypes, the impacts of

bullying and intervention and response. “Everyone has the power to either help or hurt someone,” Langford-Parks said. Great focus was put into cyberbullying and its effects today. According to Craig Houghton, principal at

Fort St. James Secondary school, about 80 per cent of incidents involve cyberbullying. “This is the most difficult and the most harmful,” Houghton said. Langford- Parks encouraged youth to go outside, get off-line and enjoy the beauty

Ellie Langford-Parks from the Canadian Red Cross discusses the impacts of bullying.

this world has to offer. “We get so hooked. Facebook has its place but we shouldn’t confuse it with real life,” she said. For Jennipher Bridgeman, at risk coordinator at FSJSS, the event was a success. “I’m surprised to see all the youth here tonight but this is really great. Some are furthering their training and will be facilitators. They will travel to elementary schools to talk to and mentor students about bullying.” The workshop offered lots of time for discussion. According to Langford-Parks, in order for social change to happen, a community needs a big idea,

a collective action, and lastly, an action. Action against bullying is in the works in Fort St. James and beyond. “The tide is turn-

ing. I want to be part of that change, I want to help communities who feel stuck and who want to make these changes,” Langford-Parks said.

NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS Regular Board Meetings of the Board of Education of School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) for the months of November and December 2015 will be held as follows: November 16, 2015 School Board OͿce, Vanderhoof, BC December 14, 2015 School Board OͿce, Vanderhoof, BC These meetings will commence at 6:00 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend. Darlene Turner Secretary-Treasurer

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Canada’s new prime minister, Justin Trudeau, is carrying around a lengthy laundry list of promises in the wake of the election. Perhaps none stir up greater reaction than his pledge to re-examine Canada’s “first-past-the-post” electoral system. Trudeau’s 32-point plan to “restore democracy” included creating an allparty parliamentary committee to look at the potential alternatives, including proportional representation, ranked ballots, mandatory voting and online voting. The problem for many is that the current system does not require the winner to glean the majority of votes cast. Since the number of votes can be split as many ways as there are parties and candidates, it means that the person who ends up representing the seat in Ottawa may also represent a minority of the constituents. Among the alternatives to the firstpast-the-post, the strongest and most frequently suggested is proportional representation, in which the seats in the Commons are apportioned according to

each party’s share of the popular vote. But not only does this frequently mean electing multiple members in each district, it would make it almost impossible for any party to gather a majority of seats, increasing the likelihood of coalition governments. Neither first-past-the-post nor the proportional representation is without faults or likely to remove voter dissatisfaction entirely. There is simply no pleasing everyone. The task of fine-tuning and weighing the electoral process to ensure fair proportional representation in each riding would seem to be endless. Where would such well-meaning but arbitrary tampering begin, and where would it end? It might quickly become the proverbial road to hell, paved with good intentions but fraught with complications. The new prime minister will have his work cut out for him living up to the promises made during the election campaign. And few promises will be more eagerly be awaited, and more heavily scrutinized, than his decision on the future of Canadian elections.

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Disability assistance restrictions eased TOM FLETCHER Black Press

Parents, advocates for the disabled and even the opposition critic applauded the B.C. government’s move to increase financial independence for people receiving disability assistance payments. Social Development Minister Michelle Stilwell has announced that effective Dec. 1, recipients will be able to receive financial gifts and inheritances of up to $100,000 without affecting their monthly payments. The current lifetime limit is $5,000 per person, after which assistance payments are reduced. Stilwell said the change affects 96,000 people in B.C. who receive disability assistance. “It’s available to all those individuals, and of course it would depend on their personal situations, their fam-

ily support, friend support, whether they’re working or not working,” Stilwell said. “And those are definitely changes that we’re trying to encourage as well, to help individuals to get into the workforce, so they can create opportunities for themselves to earn and to save.” The government previously raised the earned income exemption so people can earn up to $9,600 a year without reduction of their disability assistance, and has encouraged B.C. businesses to hire disabled people. James Ho, a member of the minister’s council on employment and accessibility, called the gift and inheritance policy “a quantum leap forward” for disabled people like his son. Kathy Bromley, a disability advocate whose daughter attends Simon Fraser University, struggled to control her

emotions at a ceremony at the B.C. legislature announcing the change Nov. 5. “Just because Shannon was born with a disability and needs help to brush her teeth and put her coat on … she needs to have a good reason to wake up every morning,” Bromley said. NDP social development critic Michelle Mungall the change is “definitely good news” for those who can take advantage of it. “I know with some of the families that I’ve been working with, people have come forward wanting to help them out, and they haven’t been able to because of the gift rule,” Mungall said. “But at the end of the day, what we know is that the income assistance rates are very low, they are leaving people in poverty, and we see policies like the maternity leave clawback.”

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School District 91 lands funding for upgrades FORT ST. JAMES – Two schools in School District 91 will be able to proceed with routine capital projects, thanks to $203,900 in provincial funding. These improvements will help provide healthy, safe and modern learning environments. Fort St. James Secondary School will receive $92,400 to improve the Solar Wall system to reduce the cost of operating a central heating system by harvesting sun-warmed air, which will increase comfort and reduce operating costs. Lakes District Secondary School will receive $111,500 to upgrade the Wood Dust Collection System to code requirements. Work is expected to begin this year and finish by spring 2016. “We want to help set our students up for success through investing in modernized learning environments,” Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad said. “School District #91 (Nechako Lakes) is very pleased to receive assistance from the Ministry of Education for two projects that will extend the life of two of our facilities and increase the

health and comfort levels of all who work and learn within those facilities,” School District 91 Superintendent Charlene Seguin said. These projects were approved under the province’s routine capital program. Projects were chosen based on need, priority, and supporting student learning. Since 2002, the ministry has invested $4.2 billion in new and improved schools, including $2.2 billion in seismic upgrades. This has resulted in 112 new schools, 186 schools with increased classroom space and 146 seismically upgraded schools. Boards of education submit capital plans to the ministry that include details on school building priorities in their school districts. The provincial government establishes an overall capital budget for schools based the ministry’s capital allocation. To learn more about Capital Planning within the Ministry of Education, please visit:http:// www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/ content/educationtraining/administration/ resource-management/ capital-planning

Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad presents School District 91 with funding for upgrades. From left to right: School District 91 trustee Nadine Frenkel, School District 91superintendent Charlene Seguin, Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad and School District 91 secretary-treasurer Darlene Turner.

Carrier Sekani Tribal Council congratulates newly appointed Federal Cabinet Dakelh Territory, Prince George: The Carrier Sekani Tribal Council (CSTC) congratulates the newly appointed Federal Liberal Government Cabinet and encourages a new era of government-togovernment relationships with indigenous peoples in Canada. Most notably, CSTC wants to recognize and acknowledge the ground breaking appointments of two First Nations Member of Parliament appointees to high profile portfolios: Jody Wilson-

Raybould as Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, and Hunter Tootoo as Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and Canadian Coastguard. Tribal Chief Terry Teegee stated, “This is an historic moment in Canadian history where we finally have a voice in Parliament Hill that could make significant changes to policy in positive ways for First Nations.” The newly elected Liberal Government must live up to their promises in their campaign

strategy and must earn back the trust from First Nations to work together for a better future. In particular, the controversial Bill C-51 must be either repealed or amended by the new government and First Nations ability to question policies and developments should not be a criminal offence. Furthermore, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans must fully implement the Cohen Commission of Inquiry in to the decline of sockeye salmon in the Fraser River.

Teegee stated “The Liberal Government must immediately implement the commitment to a national inquiry into missing and murdered indigenous women, which should be led by First Nations women and the families of the many missing and murdered.” We hope to work with the newly elected Federal Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Caroline Bennett, and Minister Jim Carr (Natural Resources) to build a new relationship with our Carrier Sekani peoples.

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Give pause on Remembrance Day

On Remembrance Day, we A Àeld of poppies has come to symbolize the soldiers who lost their lives while Àghting in battle. pause to Throughout history, millions of soldiers have Armistice Day was renamed Remembrance Day in the region had ceased. Poppies grow in disturbed marched into wars to protect the freedoms of their after World War II to commemorate soldiers from both soil and can lie dormant in the ground without germireÁect on countries. Remembrance Day is a solemn time to com- world wars. It is now used as a way to pay hommage to nating. Without the war, they may have never come to the courage, memorate those soldiers’ achievements and sacrifices, any fallen soldier. the surface. and to pay respects to soldiers who died in battle. What about the John McCrae, a doctor serving with the Canadian Since the end of World War I, memorials to remempoppies? dedication Armed Forces, was moved by the vision of poppies ber those of the armed forces who fought in battle and One of the unifying symbols of Remembrance Day owering in Flanders and wrote a poem, titled “In and loyalty of perished in the line of duty have been dedicated on this is the poppy that is worn to honor lost soldiers. The flFlanders Fields.” After the poem was published, it reday. bold, red color of the flower has become an enduring ceived international acclaim and the poppy became a symbol of those who died in order that others may be popular symbol of those lost in battle. our nation’s Armistice Day origins Remembrance Day was once known as Armistice free. Men traditionally wear the poppy on the left side Day because it marks the signing of the armistice that The poppy became a symbol for a specific reason. soldiers. of the chest, where a military medal would be placed. put an end to the hostilities of World War I. On the 11th Some of the most concentrated and bloody fighting of wear it on the right side, because that is where Throughout hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of the year, guns World War I took place in Flanders, a region in western Women a widow would wear her husband’s medals. fell silent after more than four years of continuous war- Belgium. As a result of the fighting, most signs of natuDay is celebrated every year, providhistory, their fare. The armistice agreement was signed in a French ral life had been obliterated from the region, leaving ingRemembrance people humbled by the sacrifices of soldiers an optrain carriage at 11 a.m. behind mud and not much else. The only living thing portunity to remember those soldiers’ efforts to secure Remembrance Day to survive was the poppy flower, which bloomed with hard work freedom. evolution the coming of the warm weather the year after fighting and sacriÀce have kept School District No. 91 yellowhead (Nechako Lakes) road & bridge us safe and On Remembrance Day, protected our let us always remember the We honour and appreciate all It’s a day to bravery and sacrifice of the the veterans who served and honour those men and n freedom. many men and women sacriÀced to ensure our freedom. women who gave of f who fought and died to THANK YOU! themselves, their time We owe them preserve and insure our and their diligence in freedom. the service of a debt of 996-8422 567-3114 699-6646 477 Stuart Drive West, Fort St. James their country. Vanderhoof Fraser Lake Fort St. James 250-996-8233 gratitude that can never be We We recognize recognize the the many many Remember those who have served and died, A REMEMBRANCE DAY sacrifi sacrifices ces made made by by our our and honour their memory and sacriÀce as THANK YOU men and women in men and women in repaid, and we enjoy the beneÀts of freedom. to all those who have served our country. uniform uniform both both today today and and throughout throughout our our nation’s nation’s We take this opportunity to say Thank You! we salute history. history. We We honour honour their their them for their courage courage and and dedication, dedication, and and we we thank thank them them for for their their contribution contribution to to service. You can contact the Fort St. James Chamber of our our country. country. 250-996-7684 Commerce and Visitor Info Centre at 470 Stuart Dr., napub@live.com 1-800-608-7698 or 250-996-7023, To all of the Fort St. James Fax at 996-7047 or 1507 Stones Bay Road, AND GRILL 250-996-7141 email at fsjchamb@fsjames.com Fort St. James brave men and women As you and your family honour Lest We Forget Remembrance Day, we remember who have Thank you to the veterans and and thank our veterans. military personnel for their sacriÀced bravery and dedication to our country. On November 11th, to put their I encourage you to take the time to honor our soldiers. country Àrst, John Rustad, MLA Contact Information 183 First St, Vanderhoof we thank you. Nechako Lakes MLA office at: John.Rustad.MLA@leg.bc.ca

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Calling to mind a father’s memories of war The Great Depression had just finished scourging Canada when, at 21, Grenville Skelton joined the Canadian Army on July 11, 1940. There was still mass unemployment at the time, and Grenville and his wife, Sadie, had recently married in Vancouver. “My mother always said they only had two dollars and two street car tickets,” said Candice, one of Grenville’s four daughters. “Everybody was looking for work back then.” Just a year earlier, Canada had declared war on Germany and the federal government started spending massive sums of money to bolster its military. As the Nazis were invading western Europe, Grenville, best known as “Skelly”, turned to the Royal Canadian Navy for a job in 1940. For reasons unknown, Grenville’s application to the navy was denied. Instead, he was assigned to the Irish Fusiliers, an infantry regiment based in Vancouver, as an army trooper and was soon deployed to continental Europe. Grenville’s involvement with the Canadian Forces led him through France, England, the Netherlands and even Germany. Italy, which entered World War Two in alliance with Germany, was particularly memorable for Grenville and he would write poems about his experiences there. Sometimes Grenville collected religious trinkets and sent them home to Sadie in Prince George, where she was earning money ironing soldiers’ shirts while raising two daughters. Once, while in Holland, Grenville got a picture of a Dutch woman wearing clogs

who was sitting on a rooftop, which he brought back to Canada as memorabilia. “It used to drive my mom crazy, that picture,” said Candice. Grenville spoke about the War sparingly and kiddingly, perhaps to avoid reliving the grim realities of combat. The only serious memory he ever shared with Candice and her sisters was of a tragic incident that occurred when Grenville and a good friend were advancing through enemy-held territory in two separate tanks. The armored column was attacked and Grenville’s friend was killed when his tank exploded. “That had shattered him a bit because it was his buddy,” said Candice.

After the war ended and Grenville was demobilized in 1945, he kept a ring engraved with the number 1921, the same year he was born. Grenville always jokingly told his daughters that it came from the severed finger of a dead German soldier. “Where that ring actually came from, we were never really told,” said Candice. As was the case for many veterans who fought, transitioning back to civilian life in Canada was a challenge for Grenville. Candice recalls her mother describi n g h i m a s somewhat more

stern and, at times, detached after so many years at war. “He left a young boy and came back a hardened man,” Candice recalled her mother saying. One episode in particular may have changed Grenville’s own perception of life here in Canada, where freedom is ubiquitous and tyranny is nonexistent. In one of his poems, Grenville documented children scavenging for food in the trash at one of his military posts, a sight that perhaps influenced his decision not to allow Candice and her sisters to leave the dinner table until they finished eating their supper. “He was probably thinking that we didn’t appreciate what we had,” Candice remembered. “We didn’t

have much in those days, but what we had, we had to utilize.” Grenville died at the relatively early age of 59. Although he smoked heavily, Candice believes something must be said about the trauma and high degree of stress that soldiers endure during war time, which presumably takes an enormous toll on their health. “Their bodies and minds go through so much,” said Candice. Candice moved to

Vanderhoof in 1969, and then to Mackenzie, B.C., in 1992. She said her 35 years of involvement with the Royal Canadian Legion, including as president at the Vanderhoof branch, were because of her father, Grenville Skelton, a decorated soldier who received the 1939 to 1945 Star, the Italy Star, the France & Germany Star, the Defense Medal, a Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and the War Medal of 1939 to 1945. “I feel very proud to say my dad fought in the Second World War and that he fought for our country,” said Candice.

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Community Toy and Food Drive kicking off BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

The Christmas season is just around the corner and so is the Fort St. James Toy and Food Drive. Organizers are already busy preparing to help make the season brighter for local families in need by asking the community to volunteer and to donate unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items. The items can be left in donation boxes that have been placed in about 25 locations throughout Fort St. James including most businesses, shops, mills and the municipal office. Jasmine Lakusta is heading the operation this year. “It takes a lot of preparation but it’s so worth it. We delivered 140 boxes last year and that is our goal this year,” Lakusta said. For Lakusta, the drive could not be successful without its volunteers but more are needed this year to help wrap gifts and organize and sort food. Each box contains a turkey or ham, food and gifts. “It’s been great so far. More people are coming on board this year which means more great ideas are coming out but we could always use more 38TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE PERFORMING ARTS! Dates are March 7- 20, 2016 and will be held at Nechako Valley Senior Secondary School. Monday March 7, Speech Arts. Friday March 11, Strings. Monday March 14- Thursday March 17, Piano. Please see “Syllabus” at www. musicfestivalweb/ nechako to see what you can enter today! Online registration begins Dec 1 and closes January 11th; late fees added up to January 22. Absolutely no entries after that date.

hands,” she said. On Nov. 28, the North Arm Pub will be hosting a fundraiser for the drive that will include cocktails and appetizers. Those who attend can donate and enter raffles to help

raise funds for the drive. “Fill Up the Bus” will begin on Dec. 9 on Sowchea Rd. It will then make its rounds around town on Dec. 10. “It’s amazing how

much the community comes together for this,” Lakusta says. “Various logging companies such as Newlands, KDL and Ubleis take part by challenging each other to see who can raise the

most.” “We’re really thankful to those businesses who donate especially Overwaitea,” Lakusta said. But for Lakusta, it’s the community as a whole who make

a real difference and who make the Toy and Food Drive a success year after year. “We just want this to be a positive experience for everyone, for volunteers and recipients,” Lakusta said.

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“This is a much needed service. I know we won’t have trouble filling those boxes.” If you would like to volunteer for the Toy and Food Drive, contact Judy Greenaway at: (250) 570-8484.

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Beyond the hurt: youth mentoring youth BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

The Canadian Red Cross held a workshop called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beyond the Hurtâ&#x20AC;? for youths at Fort St. James Secondary School. The workshop held on Nov. 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 at the Historic Park, brought out seven student volunteers who were interested in change, in making an impact and in helping others through the effects of bullying. Canadian Red Cross facilitator, Ellie LangfordParks led the discussion surrounding healthy relationships, power, bullying, labels and stereotypes, the impacts of bullying and intervention and response. According to Jhenipher Bridgeman, at risk youth worker at FSJSS, the training will allow these students the opportunity to facilitate their own workshops and to talk to elementary school

Students from Fort St. James Secondary School receive â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beyond the Hurtâ&#x20AC;? certificatesÂ

students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about youth talking to youth and youth mentoring youth,â&#x20AC;? Bridgeman said. By the end of the two day session, the students received their certificates of completion. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so proud of what you all accomplished here,â&#x20AC;? Langford-Parks said.

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Harlem Crowns basketball: full of gags and laughs BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

The Harlem Crowns are full of gags as they play Fort St. James Secondary School. Photo by Barbara Latkowski

It may look like basketball but it’s actually clownball according to the Harlem Crowns Basketball team. On Nov. 3, the team with all their shananigans, played a full arena at Kwah Hall against both the boys and girls basketball teams from Fort St. James Secondary School. The enthusiastic crowd laughed their way through every gag and comic routine the Crowns had to offer. The Harlem Crowns tour regularly and according to the team, every game is different. They are the masters of ab lib and they take advantage of every situation. Some might wonder where they get their gags. But each team member just seems to go with the flow depending on the time, situation and who they are playing. Both secondary school teams played well and with great team spirit as they themselves had no idea of what would come next. But the Harlem Crowns aren’t just about getting laughs. Each team member possesses great skill and basketball ability along with a flare for comedy.

Atoms Games: final standings BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

The Fort St. James Minor Hockey Association held the Atom Games on Nov. 7 and 8. The Atoms showed great energy, skill and determination as they played Burns Lake on Saturday and Vanderhoof on Sunday.

They are also all about promoting showmanship and good team spirit. Harlem Crown Luke Rahman says that sports have become a form of communication for youth all over the world. And this was true as the boys and girls form Fort St James Secondary School put on a good fight and a great show having lost by just a hair. The end score was 75 – 80 for the Crowns. For more information on the Harlem Crowns: Comedy in Motion visit: www.harlemcrownsbasketball.com

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October roadside checks in the area RCMP -Prince George Regional Provincial Traffic Services in conjunction with Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement Officers (CVSE), Conservation Officers, WorksafeBC, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) and Natural Resource Officers conducted a number of road checks throughout Prince George, Vanderhoof and Quesnel during the month of October, 2015. With the presence of the various agencies, this provided an opportunity to conduct a large variety of checks on various types of vehicles to ensure that the traveling public were provided with the security and safety they deserve while driving on the roadways throughout the North. The majority of the interactions where extremely positive with no safety

concerns noted. However for the others they found themselves completing roadside repairs immediately or being removed form the roadway until the repairs could be completed. The following violations were issued throughout the various road checks: 98 - Violation tickets for illegal lamps 143 - Violation tickets for other offences (these included - No Driver’s Licence’s, Defective Vehicles, Fail to comply with condition of species licence to Fail to ensure timber is marked) 249 - Notice and orders BOX 3 (Repairs required) 25 - Notice and orders Box 2 (30 days to complete repairs with a complete vehicle inspection required) 5 - Notice and orders Box 1 (immediately removed from roadway with a complete vehicle inspection required)

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Courier Remembering the doctor, John McCrae BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

As November 11th draws near, it’s inevitable that the poem we all know and love will be echoed throughout Canada. Poppies will be worn and displayed symbolising the memorable words, “In Flanders Fields”. But John McCrae, born in my hometown of Guelph, Ontario, should not only be remembered as the prolific poet who wrote this poem. He was also a heroic doctor. As it turns out, Canada remembered Dr. McCrae and on April 23, he was one of six “medical heroes” to be inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame for outstanding contributions to medicine and health sciences. The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame, located in London Ontario, honours pioneers and innovators in the field of medicine whose contributions have greatly impacted Canada and the world. Lisa Foster, executive director at the Hall of Fame says McCrae is an ideal candidate. “He had a clear love of humanities, but it was his contribution to medicine that makes him so worthy. He was skilled, educated, and prolific in his own right.” Guelph’s son, as he is so often referred, was an accomplished physician. “His research has significantly impacted further studies into tuberculosis, nephritis, scarlet fever and lobar pneumonia,” says assistant curator, Kathleen Wall of the Guelph Civic Museum. For Guelphites, Remembrance Day will be a special one this year.

Tammy Adkin, manager of the museum, shares her pride on the 100th anniversary of the First World War and 100 years since the writing of Canada’s most beloved poem. “It’s so special that this induction is taking place this year. We can celebrate not only what he is best known for, but also for his achievements in medicine which will now be recognised and it is these achievements that are so worthy of recognition”, says Adkin. “Guelph is fiercely proud that our son is from Guelph. It runs deep within the community and it’s so special”, she says. “He was a bit of a renaissance man. He was a doctor, a poet, an artist, a soldier…there are so many facets to the man, John McCrae.” And yes, the many facets are right there for all to see when they enter the McCrae House, a tiny stone building which was the place of his birth on November 30, 1872. A wooden cross hangs on a wall marking the sacrifices made by McCrae and so many other Canadians. Underneath, lay words of remembrance and thanks. A young boy,

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Daniel, has painted a picture of a poppy, “Thank-you for fighting for us. We love you.” On another wall are various medals and a handwritten copy of the famous poem by McCrae. Wall can’t help but laugh. “It’s funny because John’s brother Thomas was a very famous doctor but the notoriety suddenly changed after the writing of the poem.” The poem was written after McCrae buried his close friend Alexis Helmer who was killed during the second battle at Ypres. But McCrae’s legacy is also

prevalent in his medical work and this is made clear. The house displays pictures during his doctoral career and a copy of a medical textbook that was co-authored by McCrae. Most of McCrae’s medical career was spent in Montreal where he worked at a number of hospitals. “Pathology was his passion and the idea of quality care meant quality care for everyone. For McCrae, everyone deserved the same amount of service and care,” Wall said. According to Foster, McCrae had a curious approach. He lived to unfold science and describe new approaches to medicine. He was dedicated to his research and he had an innate quest to uncover science on so many levels. His dedication as a teacher was also evident. McCrae taught many future doctors. “He was committed to higher education,” Foster says. But mostly, it was his commitment as a soldier and the dedication and service he provided his fellow comrades that makes him a

true hero. When war was declared in August 1914, McCrae, 41, was overwhelmed by his sense of duty and enlisted immediately. In 1915, deep in the trenches in Ypres and Belgium, he treated the wounded as lieutenant-colonel, in charge of medicine. In January 1918, McCrae died of pneumonia. He was buried with full military honours in Wimereaux Cemetery in France. At the McCrae house, a visitor from Belgium is fixated on his Victoria Cross. Elena Drask, 64, has been to McCrae’s burial site. “I’m just visiting my brother. I am happy to be here, to see where this man was born”. McCrae was only 45-yearsold when he died. Foster says that it would have been amazing to see what this man could have accomplished because he had already done so much in such a short time. “He died serving others,” Foster said. “He was all about mending and repairing his fellow officers and this serves as an example for young Canadians pursuing medicine. His legacy lies in helping his fellow soldiers and this must not go unforgotten.

Community Events Community Events are free of charge as they are sponsored by the Caledonia Courier COMING EVENTS... Will appear as space is available, free of charge in this section. Coming events are available to non-profit organizations only. This area is not intended for thank you submissions or selling products. It is simply a place for nonprofit organizations a place to announce upcoming free activities. You can e-mail your item to advertising@ ominecaexpress.com or by fax: 567-2070. Your organizations’ announcement can also be dropped off at our office located at #111250 Stuart Drive, Fort St. James. Decision of the publisher is final. *** MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE... advocating for better services in our communities, such as: housing, counseling, education and job opportunities. Meetings held on the second Thursday of each month via – video conferencing from the communities of; Burns Lake, Fraser Lake, Granisle, Ft. St. James, Southside and Vanderhoof. 1:30 – 3:00. In Vanderhoof meetings are held in the boardroom at the hospital. Clients, family members and community partners are invited to attend. Your voice is IMPORTANT. For more info on the committee and it’s works contact: Heather @ 250692-7500. Or your Mental Health Service Provider *** We are looking forward to the 38TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE PERFORMING ARTS! Dates are March 7- 20, 2016 and will be held at Nechako Valley Senior Secondary School. Monday March 7, Speech Arts. Friday March 11, Strings. Monday March 14- Thursday March 17, Piano. Please see “Syllabus” at www. musicfestivalweb/nechako to see what you can enter today! Online registration begins Dec 1 and closes January 11th; late fees added up to January 22. Absolutely no entries after that date. Thank you! *** VOLUNTEER WITHIN YOUR

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Health navigator helps those seeking a healthier course KAMLOOPS - Health Minister Terry Lake announced funding of $150,000 to ASK Wellness Society to continue the support of a partnership between the society and Royal Inland Hospital (RIH), which connects vulnerable people with supports after release from the hospital. “We have a strong vision for the future of health care in British Columbia, which includes a focus on supporting those with chronic disease, substance use and mental health challenges,” said Lake. “The services ASK Wellness Society is providing to some of our most vulnerable citizens show how supports at the community level can really make a world of difference for patients.” A health navigator connects people being discharged from the hospital with basic services to support their recovery. Starting with a call from the hospital’s social workers, people can get assistance with housing, transportation and health care in the community. Such care could include wound care, medical tests or managing chronic diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C. “This program is an excellent example of how health care and community services can wrap around a person and more fully support their recovery,” said Todd Stone, MLA for Kamloops-South Thompson. “For some people, this assistance to navigate our community’s services becomes a springboard for healthier choices for the future.”

Addressing vulnerable people’s health needs early and in the community can also reduce emergency room visits and costs to the health-care system. Between April 1 and Sept. 30, 2015, 84 clients in the Kamloops area were supported through the Health Navigator program. “Linking people to affordable and suitable housing upon discharge from hospital is essential for the successful transition to community. It is a part of our streets to homes to health to employment continuum of programs,” said Bob Hughes, executive director for ASK Wellness Society. The foundation of ASK Wellness’ partnership with RIH aligns with Ministry of Health priorities for the B.C. health system. These priorities support a provincial system of primary care built around patients, with inter-professional teams designed to improve outcomes and quality of life by connecting people to community services rather than treating symptoms at a hospital. “We are pleased with this partnership developed through the ASK Wellness’s health navigator,” says Kris Kristjanson, RIH health services director. “Having a single point of contact to work with allows us to streamline the discharge process from hospital, to ensure this most vulnerable population is linked with housing and transportation, as well as access to the community services they require when

their care at RIH is complete.” “The health navigator can really help people living at risk or without a home get the supports they need to better manage chronic diseases and health needs,” said Pamela Pickering, health navigator for ASK Wellness Society. “I am honoured to have this job - sometimes it’s getting prescription glasses for a client or taking them to a medical appointment so they are not alone when they hear a life altering diagnosis, but each of these supports can make a big impact in the quality of a person’s life.” ASK Wellness operates locally in Kamloops and Merritt, and is dedicated to helping vulnerable people or people managing chronic health conditions by improving awareness, education, advocacy, housing and supports. As part of their mandate, ASK Wellness has operated the Crossroads Inn and Henry Leland House in Kamloops for six years, providing affordable housing and supports to individuals with histories of homelessness or other vulnerabilities that affect their engagement in health care. The Province’s strategic priorities for delivering health-care services include supporting the health and well-being of B.C. residents, delivering a system of responsive and effective health-care services for patients across British Columbia and ensuring the best value for taxpayer money.

Flashmob in Fort St. James: join the dance against gender-based violence Get your dancing shoes ready. A flashmob will be taking place in Fort St. James on Nov. 25, the International Day Against Gender-Based Violence. Maria del Mar Fernandez Delgado from En Pointe Dance Studio in Fort St. James is organizing the event. “This is for all children and adults, to come take part to fight this cause and to raise awareness through dance,” she said. Registration is free. Del Mar Fernandez Delgado is planning to hold the flashmob at Stuart Lake. Choreography will be rehearsed on Nov. 19-21 and recorded on Nov. 22-23. The campaign against gender based violence lasts from Nov. 25 until Dec. 10. This is a time dedicated to taking action in helping end violence against women and girls around the world. 35% of women and girls globally experience some form of physical and or sexual violence in their lifetime with up to seven in ten women facing this abuse in some countries. Worldwide, more than 700 million women alive today were married as children, 250 million of whom were married before the age of 15. Girls who marry before the age of 18 are less likely to complete their education and more likely to experience domestic violence and complications in childbirth. The costs and consequences of violence against women last for generations. (statistics from www.un.org) If you would like to join the flashmob in Fort St. James, you can register at: mmfdelgado@gmail.com

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