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Lest we forget: Remembrance Day in Vanderhoof

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After the annual Remembrance Day service in Vanderhoof’s Ferland Park, Shawn Burtenshaw led the parade procession to the Nechako Senior Friendship Centre for the post-ceremony luncheon reception provided by the 899 Vanderhoof Air Cadet Squadron on Nov. 11.

Previously a number-one priority for the College of New Caledonia, a new and expanded building for CNC’s Vanderhoof campus is now fourth place on its list due to missing learner demand, the president says.

In a community meeting attended by close to 50 Vanderhoof community members, CNC’s president Henry Reiser, along with five other senior executives, provided an update on the college’s restructuring process in the face of a $2.8 million budget shortfall at Nechako Valley Secondary’s Integris Community Theatre on Nov. 10 evening.

Reiser said the change in priorities was decided by CNC’s executives and board, and though the Vanderhoof project was number one for several years, the government had denied it.

“We, as an institution, do not have the funds,” he said. “Bottom line is that the government will not invest where the numbers do not warrant.”

Reiser added, “That message has been made clear by the minister and the premier.”

In place of a new complex, CNC is open to leasing currently available space in town for its programs, as suggested by Vanderhoof’s mayor, but the college cannot commit until approval by the government — a decision based on demand, Reiser said.

For several of the meeting’s attendees however, including Vanderhoof Mayor Gerry Thiessen and staff from CNC’s Vanderhoof campus, the measured learner demand is a chicken-and-egg concept — the existing supply of courses limited the number of students in Vanderhoof.

“We as a community are receiving much less course offerings than other communities around us, and we’re substantially larger than Mackenzie, Fort St. James, and Burns Lake,” Thiessen said. “At some point, there has to be an offering of consistent education in our area.”

Vanderhoof’s high school students currently interested in trades would not look to CNC in Vanderhoof as a local college that could meet their needs, he added.

“It is extremely unfair to the residents of Vanderhoof and to the communities around us, First Nation and non-First Nation, who rely on the courses,” Thiessen said.

Prepared for CNC in 2012 and commissioned by the Nechako Valley Post-Secondary Education Committee led by Thiessen, a report on Vanderhoof’s post-secondary needs had shown a need for larger postsecondary presence, as enrolment is expected to double these years with the growth of the mining sector, as well as the development of major transportation and energy projects in northern B.C. For its Blackwater Project located 110 km southwest of Vanderhoof, mining company New Gold recently announced an estimated construction start in early 2018, hiring 1,200 to 1,500 workers over a two-and-ahalf-year period and 500 during the mine’s operation.

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Reiser said he will commit, as the president, to ensure the effectiveness of the college’s community engagement, as meeting attendees expressed doubt on CNC’s knowledge of Vanderhoof’s needs.

The president had announced the college’s local trade program focus for the next three years, contingent on approval from the Industry Training Authority to be on carpentry in 2016/17, millwright in 2017/18, and piping foundation in 2018/19.

Councillor Brian Frenkel referenced New Gold’s projection of future jobs at the Blackwater Project —truck driving is identified as the highest hiring need — while a local CNC staff questioned Vanderhoof’s represen- Formerly the location of the St. John Hospital, the College of tation at the senior level in the New Caledonia’s current campus building in Vanderhoof is over college.

70 years old, as well as the oldest and most energy inefficient Scott Zayac, regional prin- in the region, according to a 2012 report on Vanderhoof’s postcipal of Lakes/Nechako, said secondary needs. the college is currently hiring a VIVIAN CHUI photo deputy regional principal and a man stepped down in 2013. campus supervisor to be stationed at Fort St. James The former president had met with the Nechaand Vanderhoof. ko Valley Post-Secondary Education Committee The college’s Burns Lake, Fort St. James, and monthly to understand the needs of the community, Vanderhoof campuses were amalgamated into the Thiessen said.

Lakes/Nechako region earlier this year. “We don’t have an option,� he said. “If we’re “If [the community] is not feeling engaged in going to stay viable as a community, we have to that process, we’ll need to readdress that process work very hard with the government to make sure itself,� Reiser said. “And I commit to that.� that we have access to post-secondary education, As part of its restructuring process, CNC will especially in the area of trades.� have 30 site visits this winter to gather community input for the development of a five-year strategic BC Livestock Producers plan, an education plan, as well as an aboriginal plan — with drafts of the strategic and education Livestock Market Report MARKET REPORT FOR November 11, 2015 plans ready by next March, Reiser said.

9,213 head of cattle for Williams Lake, To address the inconsistencies in delivery that Vanderhoof, Kamloops & Team Sales STEERS HIGH AVG HEIFERS HIGH AVG he noticed in different campuses since the start of 0-299 280.00 264.78 0-299 272.50 246.14 his presidency last year, Reiser said the college is 300-399 300.00 254.40 300-399 298.00 250.59 looking to standardize programs and services for 400-499 295.00 260.24 400-499 276.25 247.57 500-599 280.75 251.98 500-599 249.75 235.31 students and employees across the region — for ex600-699 247.25 235.10 600-699 231.00 213.81 ample, the lack of a red-carpet and academic-gown 700-799 236.75 224.30 700-799 215.25 210.21 convocation for students outside of Prince George.

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For Mayor Thiessen, the college’s engagement with Vanderhoof has undergone a change in mindset since the CNC’s previous president John Bow-

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Christmas Craft Fair The annual Christmas Craft Fair at W. L. McLeod Elementary School will take place on Nov. 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Proceeds will go towards a year-end trip for Vanderhoof’s Gr. 6 students.

B.C. artist registry Adult artists in all disciplines who reside in B.C. are invited to be counted in the online BC Artist Registry on allianceforarts.com/bcartist-registry, whether their arts practice is their full-time or part-time career, or an avocational pursuit.

More than 1,000 artists have signed up for the new registry so far after its launch on Nov.4 by the BC Alliance for Arts + Culture.

Arts champions in municipalities and local agencies express the need to learn more about artists in their communities, but lack the channels to connect with those individuals.

The BC Artist Registry becomes an important tool for reaching artists directly, inviting their participation in surveys and other types of consultation.

UNBC #1 out of 19 schools: Maclean’s For the first time, UNBC is ranked No. 1 in the Primarily Undergraduate category that includes 19 universities, according to annual rankings released in Oct. 28 by Maclean’s magazine.

This year, Maclean’s added a student satisfaction survey, and strong support from UNBC students figured significantly in the outcome. UNBC students gave the University high marks in mental health services, extracurricular activities and the quality of course instructors.

UNBC was placed second in 2014, 2012 and 2008.

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Police, fire updates This week, Vanderhoof’s detachment lodged 61 files and seven prisoners — numbers that had doubled at times in the past, the RCMP said.

Remembrance Day Conducting overwatch for the protection of the Remembrance Day parade, Cpl. Wade Harvey (left) said the role had started last year, though it was more overt this year.

All members of the Vanderhoof RCMP detachment, except for one who was on sick leave, were involved in this year’s Remembrance Day service.

Traffic: holiday and winter As the holiday season sets in, RCMP enforcement on traffic will continue and become more visible.

In light of multiple traffic accidents due to recent weather in Prince George, the RCMP also advises driv-

ers to prepare mentally and equipment-wise for the incoming snow.

- with files from Cpl. Wade Harvey, Vanderhoof RCMP Suspected residential wood fire On Nov. 5th, an interior fire within the residence on 360 Fourth Avenue was reported at about 4:20 p.m.

Causing $80,000 damage, no one was home at the event.

The fire was contained to the inside of the building by 18 members and three apparatuses of the Vanderhoof Fire Rescue.

Though wood burning appliances are suspected, the cause of the fire is under investigation.

- with files from Chief Ian Leslie, Vanderhoof Fire Rescue

New local support group for chronic pain Vivian Chui Omineca Express Without needing to travel to larger centres such as Prince George anymore, those living with chronic pain now has a peer-led support group in Vanderhoof this year.

With the first VIVIAN CHUI photo weekly meeting Though started at the Omineca Medical Clinic, of Vanderhoof’s the pain care group — with peer leaders Heather pain care selfmanagement group Stampflee (left) and Anne Wiebe — now meets at the Vanderhoof Public Library. in June, it has been a year-long Floris of Northern Health’s Omineca process to kickstart the local support District. network, said group member Anne The patient-led group is part of Wiebe. the concept in providing resources “It’s worldwide, and in the in small rural northern communiprovince for 15 years, but nothing ties, Miles said. “Patients are part of up here,” Wiebe said. “For us, we the development of something that have to travel…and for patients who is sustainable and accessible in our couldn’t drive, that is a big deal.” community.” Miles explained that Providing not only support but the idea came from the chronic pain also information, with speakers module of the province’s practice such as life coaches, the group gives support program for physicians, to members a place to share, she added. improve the quality of their practice.

“It’s a safe place to go,” Wiebe Several years ago, a local physisaid. “It’s nice to see people who are cian, as well as a team of health suffering the same thing, banding professionals from Vanderhoof, were together to try and improve things.” interested and had attended a trainFor example, two patients who the-trainer session in Vancouver on may have the same condition that managing chronic pain, she said. causes their pain, but the pain that “We came back as a team and they expressed can be completely decided that we needed to focus different, she added. on building a local chronic pain “What might work for one may strategy,” Miles said. “Being a small not work for another,” she said. “It’s northern community, it’s about getjust nice to be able to voice that and ting the resources locally to prevent let people know that there are optravel as much as possible — to start tions and they’re not alone.” to build a hub here.”

The group was initiated, and conMeeting every Tuesday from 7:00 tinually to be supported, by commuto 8:30 p.m. in Vanderhoof Public Linity services manager Raquel Miles brary, the care group will next meet and chronic disease manager Heather on Nov. 24 to discuss holiday stress.

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My wife and I have lived in Fraser Lake since 1972, when I became the first resident telephone installer/repairman.

Subsequently, we were in business in Fraser Lake for about ten years followed by two years of driving logging truck. I went to Endako mine in 1989 and spent the next twenty five years there, ten years of which I spent as pit foreman.

I’m retired now and after attending council meetings for the past year, I have decided to run for the vacant councillor position. As well as having management and supervisory experience, I was also part of the team that acquired funding and did the prep work for the paving of our airport. I support our current council and expect we will continue to see good things from their efforts and I look forward to helping in that endeavour.

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Tyrel Ray I was born in Vanderhoof. My wife’s name is Jane Thake Ray and I have two children, Jonas and Abby. I have lived in Fraser Lake since 2007. I have a Bachelor of Education degree from Simon Fraser University. The Village of Fraser Lake

Dave Christie The residents of Fraser Lake deserve the best and most experienced candidate to be their voice. I am dedicated with 4 years’ experience in politics. As an Operations Manager, with 15 years’ experience in the fast paced economic development, retail, beverage, and public transportation industries, I have extensive experience in economic development within Northern BC, procurement, strategic planning, project management, budgeting, contract negotiations, and local / provincial government policy. I am excited to serve and respond to the residents of Fraser Lake, every day.

Objectives Economic Growth - We need to protect our local businesses while marketing Fraser Lake to new economic opportunities.

Healthcare - Working with Northern Health, we need to attract and retain local physicians, and other medical practitioners to our community.

Highway 16 Inter-City Bus Transportation Work with Highway 16 corridor communities along with Minister Todd Stone and the Ministry of Transportation to get safe, affordable, bus transportation to and from our community.

Infrastructure - In order to attract and retain residents, we need to keep updating current infrastructure and look at new opportunities. We need to continue accessing all available grants from Federal/Provincial Governments as well as corporate grants.

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Hello everyone, I’m Alan Laffin.

I’ve been a resident here in Fraser Lake for the past 8 years having moved here from Nova Scotia back in 2007. I’m married to my loving wife Jackie; together we have two, now teenage children, Josh and Mackenzie. I’m an avid outdoors man who enjoys fishing, hiking, hunting, and camping with friends and family. I work for Fraser Lake Sawmills and I have been involved in our community for many years now in smaller roles such as previous minor hockey president and volunteer. We have had our children

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employed me in 2007, where I designed and built our maple leaf on the front of the arena and commissioned our water plant, along side the Works Department foreman, Vern Hilman.

I was the chief water plant operator for two years when I decided to pursue my career as a teacher in 2010. At Fraser Lake Elementary Secondary School, I have created an Outdoor Education class, a Music class, a Mountain bike club, and a Snowboard and Ski club. I enjoy fishing,

involved throughout the years with soccer, baseball, karate, girl guides, basketball, piano lesson, golf, horseback riding, hockey and various activities/ trips provided from our village coordinator. I believe this to be an attraction and necessity for Fraser Lake having a wide variety of extra-curricular activities available to our youth. Our town has taken a hit recently with the closure of the Endako Mine, however I feel we have come together in supporting each other and will continue to grow and flourish as a community in years to come. I have a strong belief in helping our town continue to be an attractive place for people to raise families.

Many recent changes here in Fraser Lake from our skate park and pull through camp sites to walking trail upgrades and new stage at the soccer fields have contributed to making our town do just that. I am here to do my part, with your support, and put forth the effort that’s required to help this town flourish and grow for my family and the many families who reside here in

music, motorcycles, and being outdoors.

I am interested in the continued development of our recreational activities, tourist opportunities and the community forest program.

However, while exploring these options, we need to be fiscally responsible and ensure that our seniors are taken care of. I have a vested interest in seeing our community prosper and I will bring a voice to challenging issues, so that Fraser Lake continues to be a place we call home.

Rick Wymer is also running for the councillor position at the upcoming Village of Fraser Lake by-election on Nov. 28, but had declined to submit the requested biography.

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I am a strong community advocate and have lived in Fraser Lake for 10 years, my goal is to make our area a better to place to live for all residents.

I am passionate about my community and work extremely hard volunteering and working several jobs in our community; I am constantly looking for grants or volunteering for many projects, organizations and events. The pride I take as a volunteer demonstrates my commit-

ment to community.

My vision for Fraser Lake is to put ourselves in a position that we no longer have to worry about jobs, health care, resources, shopping, and activities in general, we need to support our local economy and businesses and I will work tirelessly to find solutions and bring positive changes to Fraser Lake.

With your support we can grow our community into a sustainable and thriving place for families to raise children and for seniors to age in place. I would be honoured to receive your support to focus my passion, energy, honesty, drive and determination to get things accomplished, and represent Fraser Lake as an ambassador for our community.

Christmas is coming!

During this upcoming Christmas season we need to show extra care for the environment and our community. Reducing our environmental impact can be easy. For the next few articles we’ll be talking about how we can make this holiday season greener yet still get that holiday glow.

TREES Choosing a Christmas tree is one way you can make a difference.

“A study as recent as 2009 (Ellipsos) concluded that a 7-foot cut tree’s impact on climate is 60 percent less than a 7-foot artificial tree used for six years). What? Real trees are better than plastic?

Some people may be sensitive to the natural scent of trees (in which case one could choose pine over firs which usually carry a weaker scent).

Live trees can contain hibernating insects (though they do not usually get noticed and there are less in farmed trees than backwoods trees) Real trees- come from farms not virgin forests, so they are in fast sustainable harvested- fossil fuels are used from farm to store, from store to home. If buying real trees follow your town’s holiday pick up rules (if they have them) that way trees can get chipped and reused as mulch rather than landfill filler.

Fake trees - use large amounts of petroleum in the manufacturing process - if you use a fake tree for decades, you reduce the volume of fossil fuels used. If you go faux, commit and don’t change trees every few years otherwise you are using more fuel and creating more waste every year.

Potted trees- require plenty of attention, and need to be kept outdoors for most of the year, moving them into a warm home is not usually healthy.

Whatever you decide, think ahead to your future, and remember that your decisions will ultimately pave the road for your childrens’ children.

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Vanderhoof third in B.C. for municipal spending: CFIB Vivian Chui Omineca Express Vanderhoof placed third out of 29 northern B.C. communities for its annual municipal spending, according to a report released by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business earlier this month.

Ranking B.C.’s 152 municipalities based on their inflation-adjusted operating spending growth from 2003 to 2013 and their most recent spending levels per capita in 2013, CFIB’s eighth edition of the

BC Municipal Spending Watch shows that 96 per cent of the province’s 152 municipalities increased their operating expenses at an unsustainable pace since 2003.

With only Port Clements in Haida Gwaii and Prince Rupert are placed ahead of Vanderhoof in the rankings for northern B.C., it’s good news for Vanderhoof, Mayor Thiessen said.

“The two communities don’t have snow to address.”

The report states that local northen

B.C. governments have on average the highest operating cost per capita, in comparison with other regions in the province.

With the highest operating spending growth per capita as well from 2003 to 2013, the region also has 18 out of 29 of its municipalities undergoing a population decrease during that time period.

Overall in the province, Stewart in northwest B.C., with a population of 494 as of 2011, is ranked as the worst performer.

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Practice helps make Vanderhoof pool Vivian Chui Omineca Express Practice makes perfect and this time, daily piano practice makes money for Vanderhoof’s future aquatic centre.

On Nov. 10, Swan Kiezebrink and students of Swan’s Music Studio finished off a month-long piano practice pool fundraiser with a celebration and cheque of $3,798 to Zoe Dhillon of the Vanderhoof Pool Society at the First Memorial United Church in Vanderhoof.

Involving 13 kids aged five to 16, the idea for the event came when Kiezebrink wanted to combine her donation to the pool with something that motivates her students to practice, she said.

Similar to the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Jump Rope for Heart campaign, kids are sponsored to practice every day for 32 days to fundraise for the Vanderhoof Aquatic Centre.

“It’s a huge marathon, especially for the little kids,” Kiezebrink said, adding that she had participated along with her students with the daily practicing as well.

For 9-year-old Deziree Teichroeb, who had started piano lessons three years ago, the daily practice is a struggle at times, as she works on a Christmas carol called Little German.

“Sometimes I don’t really want to [practice], but I know it’s for the pool,” Teichroeb said. “So I want to raise enough money.

The daily struggle to practice is shared

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Zoe Dhillon, Swan Kiezebrink, and participating students of her music studio celebrated the piano practice fundraising event for Vanderhoof Aquatic Centre at the First Memorial United Church on Nov. 10.

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by Sarah Thiessen, 10, as well at her fifth year of piano playing, though it continues after the fundraiser, she said.

“I still have to practice five days a week,” Thiessen said, adding that she

enjoys playing hymns the most. “They are really fun to play and I can play for our church.”

Alexandra Aebischer raised the highest amount at $530, and a Vanderhoof resident had donated $500

anonymously when she heard of the fundraiser through Facebook.

“I’m so proud of them all; they did an awesome job,” Kiezebrink said. “I’m looking forward to the pool.”

a population of 10,314 as of 2011, was placed first.

None of the provinces’ largest cities — population of 25,000 and over — maintained spending levels at a sustainable rate, with West Vancouver and Langford performing the worst.

“Had municipalities kept their operating spending at the rate of inflation plus population growth over the past ten years, the BC family of four could have saved, on average, over $8,000 in municipal taxes,” said Richard Truscott, vice president of BC and Alberta.

The full report can be found on http://cfib.ca/ a7815e.

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Diabetes Awareness Month and World Diabetes Day on Nov. 14, 2015, provides an opportunity to learn more about risk factors for this disease and the impact it has on British Columbians and their families.

“B.C. is a leader among the provinces when it comes to tackling the issue of diabetes, and our government priorities include a focus on preventing chronic disease,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “We’re helping the 400,000 British Columbians living with diabetes take ownership of their health by providing additional supports and services that work to prevent and treat diabetes.”

These supports include extending coverage of insulin pumps to patients 25 and under, developing provincial standards for diabetes care in schools, providing an incentive payment for doctors; and, increasing screening rates significantly, so that now about 85% of adults in B.C. over age 45 have been screened for diabetes.

“This disease does not care who it attacks. In 2014, I became diabetic after chemotherapy treatment, and I landed in the hospital with sky-high blood sugar,” said Pat Pimm, MLA for Peace River North. “From my experience, I’m glad diabetes can be managed, and through prevention and healthy living promotion, we can support people like me to live long, healthy lives.”

In 2014-15, the Ministry of Health spent $76.6 million on diabetes medication and supplies though the PharmaCare program - up from $38.5 million in 2003-04, or a 99% increase.

“We all feel the impact of diabetes in our communities and throughout Canada. Not only is the number of people with diabetes growing, but so are the serious complications they experience such as heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, blindness and limb amputation,” said Julie Knisley, regional director for B.C. and Yukon at the Canadian Diabetes Association.

“We encourage British Columbians to find two minutes this month to take the CANRISK Type 2 diabetes online risk test and take charge of their health.”

“Diabetes can be managed by making healthy lifestyle choices, eating right and harvesting healthy traditional foods while being active in our traditional territories. Access to healthy food sources includes taking care of our lands and waters as an important part to the health of our communities,” said Grand Chief Doug Kelly, chair of the First Nations Health Council. “I encourage First Nations individuals and families to learn more about diabetes including risk factors and to create their own wellness plans that include physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness.”

By providing access to high-quality, specialized care and promoting the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, government is helping British Columbians with diabetes lead healthier and better lives. The Province encourages The Omineca Express is published every Wednesday in Vanderhoof by Black Press Ltd. Publisher: Pam Berger advertising@ominecaexpress.com

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families to be proactive with their health. By taking the new online assessment through the Canadian Diabetes Association, they can take steps to improve their health and reduce the risk of getting Type 2 diabetes.

Risk factors include: * Having a parent, brother, or sister with diabetes; * Being a member of a highrisk group (Aboriginal, Hispanic, South Asian, Asian, or African descent);

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Trudeau summons premiers for climate talks Tom Fletcher Black Press Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called a meeting with premiers in Ottawa to update the country’s position on greenhouse gas reductions before they jet to Paris for the latest United Nations climate summit in early December.

“I’m pleased to be able to announce that I will be meeting with the premiers in a First Ministers’ meeting on Nov. 23,” Trudeau told reporters after his first cabinet meeting in Ottawa on Nov. 12.

“We are having a climate briefing by top climate scientists for the first ministers and my own cabinet, to be followed by a working dinner with the premiers, to exactly discuss the kind of strong and cohesive message we will be delivering as Canadians in Paris at the very important COP21 conference.”

Canada’s current target is to reduce the country’s greenhouse gas emissions 30 per cent by 2030. B.C. has a more aggressive target of reducing emissions

33 per cent by 2020, set by former premier Gordon Campbell.

Premier Christy Clark has so far continued Campbell’s climate policy, with the carbon tax on fuels remaining at the same level as when she took office.

Clark has promised to release her government’s “Climate 2.0” plan before she joins the Canadian delegation in Paris.

A new B.C. policy limiting emission “intensity” for liquefied natural gas production, rather than a set limit, has raised questions about how an LNG industry can be developed without pushing overall emissions up.

Trudeau has signalled that he wants more greenhouse gas reduction, but that the provinces should use their preferred approaches rather than face an imposed national strategy. The day after his majority government was elected Oct. 19, Trudeau said he is looking forward to changing Canada’s reputation as a “less than enthusiastic actor” on climate policy.

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Atom football for provincial title Vivian Chui Omineca Express Vanderhoof’s eight and nine-year-old football zone champions will be fighting for the provincial title in Kamloops on Nov. 21.

The 15-strong Atom Viking Football team of Vanderhoof had won all three of their matches at the zone playoffs on Oct. 24, defeating players from Prince George and Quesnel.

Coach Phil Turgeon said it has been an interesting season for the team, as it lost all three games in tight scores before the playoffs.

There were no points from either side until the very end, when the opposing team would score in the last few minutes, he added. “There were lots of improvement as the season went along,� Turgeon said.

For Jared Wiebe, in his second football season and had won the Most Improvement Award this year, the approaching provincial tournament is slightly scary. “‘Cause they’re really good,� Jared said.

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Vanderhoof’s Atom Football team reigned supreme in zone playoffs on Oct. 24 in Prince George.

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Sporting a BC Lions jersey of Creighton O’Malley, an alumni of the provincial football team, during practice on Nov. 12, the nine-year-old is also known as O’Malley in the family, said his mother Natasha Wiebe.

Jared’s older brother Orin plays in the Junior Bantam Football team and had participated in provincials last year — Jared had grown up watching his brother and his friends

play the sport, Wiebe said.

She added, “The camaraderie in football far surpasses other sports I’ve seen.�

For Jay Irvine, who had tried other sports, he is excited to play football again next season while he wouldn’t continue soccer, his mother Lisa said. “I would get in trouble for missing a practice or game.�

For Ashlee McKee, her son Kolton is the oldest in the fam-

ily, playing football with his younger brothers all the time. “They’re pretty much ready to go when they join next year.�

For Austin Reimer, football was not the family’s first choice, said his mother Kristina. “Austin wanted to play football so so bad and I kept saying no but then I finally gave in and said yes,� she said. “He was so excited; he dedicated himself and tried really hard all season.�

She added, “I don’t think he will miss another season now that we know what a fun sport it is and how much Austin enjoys it.�

For Naiya MacGillivray, the sole female participating in the team this year, the sport is very exciting.

Her favourite part is the running, tackling, pushing, and jumping that football entails, she said.

It’s MacGillvray’s first sport, though her parents both love football, her mother Stephanie said. “It’s something we all enjoy, and she got the muscle to it,� Stephanie said, adding

that on every game day she would go to her five-year-old sister and

asked what day is it. “Aurora would say,’It’s football!’�

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Above: Bugler Craig Smith performed the “Last Post” and “Rouse” at Vanderhoof’s Remembrance Day service at the cenotaph in Ferland Park on Nov. 11. This year’s ceremony was well-attended by residents, with full-capacity turn-out at the postservice luncheon at the Nechako Senior Friendship Centre in Vanderhoof.

Right: A young resident joined other ceremony attendees in pinning their poppies onto the wreaths at the cenotaph in Ferland Park in Vanderhoof on Nov.11. After the laying of the wreaths from the federal, provincial, and municipal governments, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Legion, and for all fallen soldiers in all conflicts, members of the public were invited to add the poppies they were wearing to the wreaths on the cenotaph.

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FRASER LAKE Members of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No 274, 899 Vanderhoof Air Cadet Squadron, Fraser Lake Fire Rescue, BC Ambulance Service, and the local RCMP detachment gathered at Fraser Lake’s legion branch after the annual Remembrance Day service and parade on Nov. 11.

Over 150 residents attended Fraser Lake’s service at the cenotaph by the public library this year — the largest turnout in years, said poppy chair Donna Giorgi.

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Left: After the service at the cenotaph in Vanderhoof’s Ferland Park, the district’s service groups — including members of the local RCMP detachment, fire department, 899 Vanderhoof Air Cadet Squadron, the Girl Guides and Boy Scouts of Canada — led the procession to Nechako Senior Friendship Centre for the luncheon reception on Nov. 11.

Bottom: A member of the 899 Vanderhoof Air Cadet Squadron saluted after laying a wreath at the cenotaph during the Vanderhoof’s annual Remembrance Day service in Ferland Park on Nov.11.

This year, wreaths from the different levels of government, Canadian forces, and the Royal Canadian Legion were laid outdoors in Ferland Park, while local corporate and family wreaths were laid during the indoor service at the Nechako Valley Secondary’s gymnasium earlier in the morning.

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Gunner Dick Patrick from the Saik’uz First Nation served from 1939 to 1945 in Germany.

According to the Prince George Citizen, he was born Dominic Patrick, but was known as Dick or “Dicksy” among his comrades and had died in Vanderhoof at the age of 60 in 1980.

He had earned his military medal by singlehandedly forcing over 50 German soldiers to surrender.

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Homemade Gumdrops Ingredients: 2 ½ cups sugar, divided 1 1/3 cups applesauce 2 packages (3 oz each) red or green gelatin 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin 1 tablespoon lemon jui ce Directions: In a large saucepan, co mbine 2 cups sugar, ap plesauce, red or green gelatin, unflavored gelat in and lemon juice; let stand for 1 minute. Bri a boil over medium he ng to at, stirring constantly.

Boil for 1 minute. Imme pour into a cold 11 x 7 diately x 2 inch pan coated wi th non stick cooking spr Refrigerate for 3 hours ay. or until firm.

With a spatula loosen ge latin from sides of pan. waxed paper. Using kit chen scissors or small sha To remove invert onto rp cookie cutters dippe hot water, cut into 1 inc d in h squares or shapes.

Place on waxed paper.

Dry at room temperature until slightly sticky. Ro for about 8 hours or ll in remaining sugar. Sto re in airtight container.

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Truffle Cherries Ingredients: hipping cream 1/3 cup heavy w tter 2 tablespoons bu r ga su s on po es chocolate 2 tabl d each) semisweet e nc ou (1 stems, well draine s re ua Sq 4 cherries with the o in ch as ar m ) es 1 jar (8 ounc chocolate each) semisweet e nc ou 1 ( s re ua 6 sq ortening 2 tablespoons sh

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Ingredients : 4 cups shre dded zucch ini 2/3 cup allpu 2 large egg rpose flour s, 1/3 cup slic lightly beaten ed Vegetable o green onions (green a il nd white pa rts) Sour cream , for serving (optional)

Manwich Chicken in a Crockpot I serve this over rice or pasta, add a salad and bread and you have a meal.

Ingredients: 2 to 4 chicken breasts, uncooked (can use frozen, fresh or any other pieces of chicken in this recipe) 1 can Manwich Original Sloppy Joe Sauce 1/4 cup salsa 3 to 4 tablespoons honey, optional 1 small onion, chopped 1 small green pepper, chopped Directions: Place chicken breasts in bottom of the crockpot. Mix remaining ingredients and pour over the chicken. Cook on high for 4 to 5 hours or low for 7 hours. Serves 4. Enjoy!

If you like, you can sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.

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Summit Ranch Wishing you a season filled with warm moments and cherished memories!

Nancy’s favorite chocolate cake with icing ** this recipe calls fo r really does make a de expresso powder, it’s getting easier to find licious difference now, and it Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flou r 2 cups sugar 3/4 cup unsweetened co 2 teaspoons baking po coa powder wd er 1½ teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon espresso powder 1 cup milk ½ cup vegetable oil 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla ex tract 1 cup boiling water Directions: Preheat oven to 350º F. Prepare two 9-inch ca ke pans by spraying wi lightly flouring. th baking spray or bu ttering and Add flour, sugar, coco a, baking powder, ba king soda, salt and es to a large bowl. presso powder Whisk through to co mbine and then, stir un Add milk, vegetable til combined well. oil medium speed until we, eggs, and vanilla to flour mixture and mi x together on Reduce speed and ca ll combined. refully add boiling wa ter to the cake batter. speed for about 1 mi nu Beat on high Distribute cake batte te to add air to the batter. r evenly between the two prepared cake pa 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick or knife ns. Bake for inserted in the center clean. comes out Remove from the ov en the pan and cool comp and allow to cool for about 10 minutes, remove from letely.

ICING 1½ cups butter softe ne 1 cup unsweetened co d coa 5 cups icing sugar 1/2 cup milk 2 teaspoons vanilla ex tra 1/2 teaspoon espresso ct powder Add cocoa to a large bowl. Whisk through to remove any lumps .

Cream together butte r and cocoa powder until well-combined.

Add sugar and milk to about a tablespoon of cocoa mixture by adding 1 cup of sugar fo llowed by After each addition ha milk. s been combined, turn a minute. Repeat until mixer onto a high sp eed for about Add vanilla extract an all sugar and milk have been added. d espresso powder an If frosting appears to d combine well. o reaches the right cons dry, add more milk, a tablespoon at a tim e until it istency.

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Chicken Parmesan Bake Ingredients: 1 cup Panko bread crumbs salt and pepper little bit of parsley little bit of basil 2 cups cooked chicken cut up 2 cups marinara sauce 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup parmesan cheese cooked spaghetti or pasta of your choice Directions: In a bowl, mix together the first 4 ingredients n, and the marinara In a square baking pan lightly mix together the chicke mixture over the Panko the sauce Spread the Mozzarella over it. Spread - 30 minutes 25 for 350 at Bake top and sprinkle the Parmesan over.

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Creamy Pralines with Toasted Pecans Ingredients: 3 cups chopped pecans 2 cups brown sugar, packed 1 cup sugar 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/3 cup milk 6 tablespoons butter, unsalted 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions: Toast Pecans: ns out on a large baking sheet. Bake Heat oven to 350. Spread chopped peca pecans are lightly browned and for about 5 minutes or until the chopped aromatic. n sugar, sugar, cream, milk, butter In a medium saucepan combine the brow ng constantly to 230 F. Lower heat and salt. Cook over medium heat stirri over. Add the toasted pecans and slightly if the mixture threatens to boil 236 F. to continue cooking, stirring constantly n a little is dropped in cold water. whe ball The mixture should form a soft stand for about 5 minutes. Stir with Remove from heat and add vanilla; let ened and slightly creamy, about 1 - 1 wooden spoon until the mixture is thick ll cookie scoop, spoon pralines onto 1/2 minutes using a tablespoon or sma paper. If the mixture becomes grainy, a sheet of parchment paper or waxed seconds; or until it can be easily heat and stir over medium heat for a few scooped and dropped.

Makes 4 dozen

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Creamy Peppermint Patties

Cranberry Salad Ingredients: 2 c. fresh or frozen cranberries 2 c. sugar d 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, core and chopped 1 c. walnuts, chopped 1 12-oz. container whipped topping

Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces ) cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 9 cups icing sugar ¾ cup milk chocolate chips ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips 3 tablespoons shortening Directions: In a large bowl, beat the cream che ese and peppermint extract until smo oth. Gradually add icing sugar, beating well.

Shape into 1 inch balls. Place on waxed paper – lined baking sheet.

Flatten into patties.

Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

In a microwave, melt chips and sho rtening; stir until smooth. Cool sligh tly. Dip patties in melted chocolate; place on waxed paper until firm. Store in refrigerator .

Makes approx. 4 dozen

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Eggnog Muffins Ingredients: 3 cups flour 1 tbsp baking powder 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp sugar 1 tsp + 1/2 tsp nutmeg

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Directions: food processor until almost Chop cranberries in a blender or ate overnight. Just before mush. Stir in sugar and refriger cranberry mixture and fold serving, add apples and walnuts to in whipped topping.

1/2 tsp + 1/4 tsp cinnamon 2 large eggs 1 cup milk 1/2 cup melted butter or margarine 2 tsp rum or rum extract

Directions: Preheat oven to 4000. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tsp nutmeg and 1/2 tsp cinnamon and set aide. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, milk, butter and rum. Pour liquid ingredients over dry and stir just until mixed. Spoon batter into 12 greased muffin cups. In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp sugar, 1/2 tsp nutmeg and 1/4 tsp cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over muffin tops. Bake for 20 mins.

Cheddar Cheese Crackers Ingredients: 2 cups flour 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper

1/4 tsp dry mustard 3/4 cup chilled butter 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese 6 tbsp cold water

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheet with parchment.

In a medium bowl sift together flour, salt, pepper and mustard.

Cut in butter until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in grated cheese. Stir in water one tablespoon at a time until the dough holds together. Press mixture in a ball and wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Roll dough to a rectangle 12”x16 ” Dough should be about 1/8” thick. Cut into squares or circles usin g a cutter. Bake 10 minutes until golden.

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Career Opportunities

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For more information call or leave a message 250-699-6554

Please apply in person at 171 E Columbia Street, or by email: ominecaglass2012 @telus.net

INSURANCE REPRESENTATIVE

Education/Trade Schools

Integris Insurance Services LTD is looking for an energetic individual to join us as an Insurance Representative on a permanent basis in our Vanderhoof Branch. For this position, we require the successful applicant to have a flexible schedule between Monday and Saturday and to work approximately 30 hours per week.

START A new career in Graphic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Education or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765.

TRAIN TO be an apartment/condo Manager. Many jobs registered with us. Good wages and benefits. Government certified online course.

35 years of success! Visit online: www.rmti.ca/enq

Medical/Dental

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

HUGE DEMAND for Medical Transcriptionists! CanScribe is Canada’s top Medical Transcription training school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1-800-4661535. www.canscribe.com or info@canscribe.com

Obituaries

Obituaries

Nelson, William James ‘Jim’, born January 25, 1927 in Wilkie SK, sadly passed away on November 8, 2015 in Penticton BC at the age of 88 years.

Forever loved and sadly missed by Florence his wife of 68 years, daughter Harlene (Dick) of Summerland BC, son Harvey (Donna) of Kamloops BC, brother Andy of Enderby BC, sister Shirley (Don) McCron of Ladner BC, B-I-Ls Fred Robinson of Eston SK, John Miller of Vernon BC, grandchildren Dean Jones of Penticton BC, Rick Knorr, Renae (Greg) Gartrell, Brian Nelson and Danika Nelson of Kamloops BC, 8 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his parents George and Ruth; brothers Gordon and Bruce, sisters Jean, Marion and Laverne; son-in-law Don Jones.

Thanks to Dr. Richardson; Drs. Hepburn and all the staff at Salmon Arm, Vernon and Penticton hospitals for their fantastic care of Jim over the last several months. In Jim’s memory, tributes may be made to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation, 4-1551 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9.

Condolences may be sent to the family through www.providencefuneralhomes.com.

250-494-7752

Vanderhoof; Permanent Position

The main focus of the position is on ICBC processing and batching, and handling basic transactions. Additionally, the selected candidate will be responsible for distributing both incoming and outgoing mail, managing office inventory, and filing documents. The successful applicant will ideally have an energetic and outgoing personality, as they will serve as the primary staff person for answering incoming phone calls and greeting customers in-person.

Wage Commensurate with Experience, Excellent Medical & Dental Benefits.

For more information and to apply for this position, visit us at www.integriscu.ca/careers. Please upload your resume/cover letter by locating the corresponding position under the current openings tab.

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Merchandise for Sale

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Rentals

Rentals

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Misc. for Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Duplex / 4 Plex

Homes for Rent

APPROXIMATELY 400 Rooms of High End, 5 Star, Hotel Furnishings avail.Each Room sold with either 2 Queen Headboards OR 1 King Headboard & includes:2 Bedside-2 door, tables c/w glass tops, 2 Brass Table Lamps,1 Dresser, 3 drawers & 1 door c/w glass top, 1 Mirror, 3 framed pictures,2 Upholstered Arm Chairs,1 Round Pedestal Table c/w glass top,1 Desk c/w glass top, 1 Brass Floor Lamp, Upholstered Bench . Avail to preview in Surrey call 604-371-1190 OR Email buyit@activeauctionmart.com for pricing details and to book your room purchases.

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

ABOVE THE REST!

Available Dec 1st: 3 BDRM 2 storey duplex near E.D.S. Fenced yard, W/D in full basement.Gas water heater: electric heat with updated energy effiecient furnace.

Rent $900.00 per month plus utilities and 1/2 mth. damage deposit. NO smokers/pets.

Only quiet, reliable couples need apply with commitment to staying for a minimum of 1 year. For application form please call (250)567-2814.

3 bedroom house for rent in town. References and security deposit req. Call 250-5679826

Heavy Duty Machinery

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

STEEL BUILDING sale.

“Really big sale-year end clear out!” 21x22 $5,190 25x24 $5,988 27x28 $7,498 30x32 $8,646 35x34 $11,844 42x54 $16,386. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca

Real Estate

$742 - $772

250-567-4208 BURRARD APARTMENTS. Two bdrm suites. No pets 250-567-9128

For Rent - 2 bedroom trailer in Fort Fraser. $550/month ph 250-690-7724 or 699-1660

Townhouses 3/bdrm townhouses: familyfriendly complex, near schools & park. No smoking, no pets. $760/mth. 250-567-4430

For Rent 2 bedroom suite in town 160 Omineca Street Available Immediately Phone 250-567-9745

Homes for Rent 3bedroom, 1 bath mobile home in trailer park. Newer furnace and windows.

No dogs allowed. Must be quiet and willing to follow park rules.

Call Sam 250-570-2304.

Misc Services

Misc Services

Legal Notices

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO REMOVE PRIVATE LAND FROM WOODLOT LICENCE W0284

Advertise your goods and services in the Classifieds and reach hundreds of potential buyers daily.

Call today to place your ad and make a sale quickly.

MAKE YOUR POINTOF-SALE

4 Bay Shop in West Quesnel showroom, offices, compressor, paved lot across from shopping mall. Suitable for auto sales & service, detail shop or second hand store.

248,800k. Will take partial trade on vehicle, trailer, motor home or WHY. Call (250)9928334 or (250)981-3583

FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

Rentals

Misc for Rent

250-567-4048 or 250-567-9080

Commercial/ Industrial Property

Plumbing

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Contact: sales@niho.com or Call: 604.606.7900 Website: www.Niho.com

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Silvermill Apartments

$712 - $742

BC ACREAGES FOR SALE

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Acreage for Sale

2014 Caterpillar 522B Feller Buncher, 762 hours, full warranty, like new, asking $485,000. 2007 BWS Tri Hayrack, 80% rubber, 49’6” overall length, tri drive friendly, c/w all rigging, barely used, ex. cond., asking $30,000.

Call 1(250)349-5415

Victoria Manor

Rentals

Please be advised that Hart Lake Holdings Ltd. is proposing to remove the private land from Woodlot Licence W0284 (approximately 500 hectares), located in the vicinity of Hart Lake.

Inquiries/comments to this proposal must be submitted to Van Dolah Enterprises Inc., 2417A Burrard Avenue, PO Box 1555, Vanderhoof, BC by November 16, 23, 2015 Only written inquiries received by the above date will be responded to.

Information about this proposal can be obtained by contacting: John Prestmo Van Dolah Enterprises Inc. 250 567 2775 jprestmo@vandolah.com

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VANDERHOOF AND AREA BUSINESS DIRECTORY

EXCAVATING PRAIRIEDALE EXCAVATING Tandem dump truck, 4x4 Backhoe, gravel sales, general hauling, foundations, water & sewer lines and snow removal.

PLUMBING

FRANK TEICHROEB 3393 Sinkutview Rd, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A2 567-2029

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Serving Fort St. James and area since 1972

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Serving Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser and Fraser Lake

Serving Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser and Fraser Lake

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Legal Notices

Legal Notices

Legal Notices

VILLAGE OF FRASER LAKE NOTICE OF BY-ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Fraser Lake that a By-election by voting is necessary to elect ONE Councillor for the remainder of the term and terminating 2018. The persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

Surname Watson Ray Christie Laffin Wymer Storey Vanwerkhoven

Councillor - One (1) to be elected Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence 66 Nadina Crescent, Fraser Lake BC Garry 153 Tunasa Crescent, Fraser Lake BC Tyrel 3134 Vista View Road, Prince George BC Dave 57 Ootsa Place, Fraser Lake BC Alan 342 Tunasa Crescent, Fraser Lake BC Rick 471 Tunasa Drive, Fraser Lake BC Sarrah 6610 Ely Subdivision Rd, Fraser Lake BC Dave

GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of the Village of Fraser Lake on Saturday, November 28, 2015 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location: VILLAGE OF FRASER LAKE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 210 CARRIER CRESCENT FRASER LAKE, B.C. ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no provision for pre-registering to vote. The registration for all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: O 18 years of age or older O Canadian citizen O Resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day O Resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Fraser Lake for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day O Not otherwise disqualified by law from voting.

Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary.

The identification must prove both residency and identity.

Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and if applicable, written consent from the other property owners.

SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITY A special voting opportunity will be open at Silver Birch Lodge, the Senior Citizens facility located within the Village of Fraser Lake, on general voting day, Saturday, November 28th, 2015 between the hours of 12:00pm and 1:00pm. Only electors who are residents of this facility and qualified electors of the Village for Fraser Lake may vote at this special voting opportunity.

Elizabeth Litke Chief Election Officer

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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 non-profit 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 155 W. Columbia.

Decision of the publisher is final. *** THE VANDERHOOF CHESS CLUB...

Exercise your brain! All ages, from beginner to master, feel free to join the Vanderhoof Chess Club every Monday through the school year (except Statutory holidays) 6:30pm - 7:30pm at the NVSS library. It’s FREE. Play chess with friends and meet new people. Use our boards or bring your own. Our goals are to have fun playing chess and to host an Annual Vanderhoof Chess Tournament. For details please contact Jeff Obayashi at jobayashi@hotmail. com or Jeremy Hara at NVSS to sign up for the chess club and/or tournament. *** ADULT BADMINTON...Thursdays at 8:30 pm. Bring your own racket, and wear indoor runners. More info call 250-567-9908. *** 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 @ 250-692-7500.

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! *** GIRL GUIDES...

Sparks meets 5-6pm Mondays @ United Church.

Brownies meets 6-7:30pmm Mondays @ United Church.

Girl Guides meets 6-7:30pm, Mondays at St. Josephs Gym. Pathfinders meets 6-7:30pm Mondays @ Lutheran Church.

For info on any of these please call Laura Freeman 250-567-6997. *** 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 1-844747-7246, email: vanderhoof@pipain.com, attn: Racquel. *** 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 ***

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This week’s submission....

VIVIAN CHUI photo

Gr. 8 student Liam McCully doodled oil spills and overfishing in a brainstorming session for his personalized letter to Hunter Tootoo, the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans, and the Canadian Coast Guard on Nov. 6 in Nechako Valley Secondary’s twoyear-old middle school wing. The Gr. 8 students’ letter to the minister replaced a traditional exam to test their knowledge from a science class unit on oceans, said science and humanities teacher Mia Moutray.

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 *** 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: 250-567-9927. *** 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 5679705. *** 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! *** 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 250-567-8484. *** 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 - 250-640-0218, 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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NEWS

Happy 60TH Anniversary!

‘Tis the season for more toys to children in need

~~~~Frank & Violet~~~~ NOVEMBER 21, 1950

NOVEMBER 21, 2015

Dad and Mom ( Frank and Violet Sayles) November 21 1950 Red Lodge Montana A wedding Anniversary is the celebration of love, partnership, tolerance and tenacity.

VIVIAN CHUI photo

Anna-Christin Vines (left) from Integris Credit Union presented a $5,000 donation to Laura Goodwin (right), chair of Santas Anonymous and Karren Carver (centre), president of Kinettes Club at the credit union’s branch in Vanderhoof on Nov. 13. It’s the second year that Integris had donated to the club for its annual program to provide children in need with holiday gifts, Carver said. From now until Dec. 15, for each new unwrapped toy deposited into donation boxes in Integris, donors would be entered to win a wine basket at the end of the collection period.

1950

One by one each year flew by, since you both said “I do”… sixty-five years of memories, shared by the two of you.

From big events and holidays to simple daily pleasures.

Some tearful times along life’s way, some joy’s that can’t be measured…

One by one now each year gone, but still they’re yours forever…

Each and every memory, of sixty-five years together.

30th

Love and Best Wishes from all your Children, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren

50th

B

rs ! e D l i ta MAN e Midnight Madness R E l l D A R n A and the o i L t U n P e t O t P A Winter Wonderland Christmas Festival Y B K in Vanderhoof AC

Saturday Dec 5, 2015 as well as the Parade of Lights at 7pm You won’t want to miss out on the special section the Omineca Express will be distributing to it’s readers throughout the area!

Full of specials and schedule of events.

ADvertiser STUART NECHAKO

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