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Telkwa geologist honoured Leaders react to Hwy 16 safer transport plan
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A local legend in the world of mining, Hans Smit has been recognized for his over three decades of contributions to the mineral industry by the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) British Columbia. He will be presented the award at The AME BC Awards Celebration of Excellence Gala on January 27 during the Mineral Exploration Roundup 2016 conference in Vancouver. The award is chosen by all the past chairs and presidents of the AME. Current chair David McLelland did not get to vote, but was not surprised at Smit’s winning. “He’s very widely known in our community, and he is very prolific in his advocacy and in his example at mentorship,” said McLelland. He recently returned from Mexico, where most of his work has been the last ten years. Smit does still believe strongly in creating local jobs with local projects in northern B.C. “I believe strongly the mineral industry can help communities economically and socially, because
it’s providing jobs. But it doesn’t work if all those jobs are all filled by people from somewhere else or if all the commodities are being bought from Vancouver and being trucked to Smithers, that doesn’t help as much as if people buy stuff in Smithers,” said Smit. The current president of Minerals North for a couple decades, Smit is bringing the annual event to Smithers and his hometown of Telkwa in May. Smit had a hand in shaping the industry’s past, is shaping the present, and is helping shape its future as the chair of the an advisory committee to the School of Exploration and Mining at Northwest Community College in Smithers. “Should that course be taught, how we connect with companies; the idea being that if the college teaches things that industry needs people for, it works really well because people get hired,” explained Smit, who still likes getting his hands dirty. “The fun part of this job is I get to go to Toronto with a suit and tie, but I also just spent three days in the field with a Mexican geologist and the helper and ranchers sitting out and eating barbecued meat on a little ranch,” said Smit.
By Alicia Bridges Smithers/Interior News
Northern mayors have welcomed the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure’s $3-million plan to improve public transportation along Highway 16, but cautioned it should be the beginning, not the end, of actions to make the route safer. On Dec. 14, Transportation Minister Todd Stone announced a five-point plan to improve public transport between Prince Rupert, Prince George and communities along Highway 16. The plan included $1.6-million in funding for the expansion of existing B.C. Transit services,
and possibly the creation of new ones, on a cost-sharing basis with communities. The Ministry also created a ten-person advisory council to develop a process through which communities can apply for the funding. The mayors of Burns Lake and Houston are among those on the committee, as well Highway of Tears initiative representative Mary Teegee and Gitanyow deputy chief council Wanda Good. Smithers Mayor Taylor Bachrach said he was not invited to join the advisory council, but would have if given the opportunity. See START on A5
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Hwy of Tears funding dries up
By Alicia Bridges Smithers/Interior News
The Highway of Tears Initiative, which was launched nine years ago to implement the recommendations of a 2006 report on missing and murdered women along Highway 16, will run out of funding by the end of the year, according to a senior staff member. Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) child and family services director Mary Teegee said the project has not secured funding to continue running after the end of this month. Advocacy work, victim support, radio advertising and prevention programs would have to be cancelled, she said. “This year there hasn’t been any grants or any onetime only [funding] so the money that we received back a few years ago, that’s all been expended,” she said. The Highway of Tears initiative was launched in
2006, when the provincial government provided $50,000 to implement the recommendations of the Highway of Tears Symposium in Prince George.
also included measures to prevent hitchhiking, such as collaborating with the RCMP and civil servants to report sightings, and running an annual awareness campaign at schools, universities and
“The money that we received a few months ago, that’s all been expended,” -Mary Teegee Carrier Sekani Family Services
“We are coming together as a result of tragic circumstances to ask why and what can be done to make Highway 16 safe again,” said then Solicitor General John Les in a press release on March 30, 2006. A report compiled after the symposium listed the implementation of a shuttle bus between Prince Rupert to Prince George as the first recommendation of 33. The recommendations
tree-planting companies. According to Teegee, the project had struggled to secure enough funding to run its programs since the initial $50,000 ran out. The Ministry of Justice has provided $380,000 in civil forfeiture grants since 2012, but she said workers were already doing unpaid advocacy work to make the funding last. Although Teegee plans to keep applying for funding,
no other grants have been secured. She said a Community Safety Toolkit program aimed at promoting safety and educating people about potential dangers on the highway would also end. A spokesperson from the Ministry of Justice, which provided the last big funding boost to the Highway of Tears project in 2012, said applications for civil forfeiture grants were being accepted until Dec. 17. “Building on what we have already achieved, the Province remains committed to working with community partners to enhance the safety of vulnerable women and help achieve our goal of a violence free B.C.,” said the spokesperson. The statement from the Ministry said it provides $2.5 million in ongoing annual funding for services and supports to victims of crime and women who have experienced violence in northern B.C., including 14 programs for aboriginal victims of violence.
May the spirit of the season warm you and may you enjoy a prosperous new year.
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New Telkwa festival in the works
By Xuyun Zeng Telkwa/Interior News
Telkwa’s council meeting last Monday saw the Smithers RCMP detachment commander respond to concerns of crime in town and laid out the prerequisites for a Citizens on Patrol (COP) program. Council also approved funding for the RCMP-based Victim Services. Finally, council heard of a preliminary plan for a Spring Festival. RCMP responds to crime concerns Right off the bat, Staff Sgt. Rob Mitchell presented crime statistics and crime-fighting strategies, highlighting that property crime has fallen compared to last year. “In 2014, we had 31 offences and approximately 52 per cent were mischief under $5,000 or vandalism, and we had less than 20 reported at the end of November,” said Mitchell. “I’d like to stress that it’s very important that all crimes be reported, because we investigate patterns.” Mitchell added that staffing levels are correlated with reports of crime. He also said although police have a mandate to attend all cases, police officers will attend to high priority crimes first. “I’ve left instructions with all detachment members that they are to attend in all cases of vandalism, all cases of theft,” said Mitchell. “If anybody finds that a police officer is not attending, and they’re not satisfied with that, they can
contact me.” Mitchell also responded to Coun. Brad Layton’s concerns of partying at the airstrip. Mitchell has committed to increasing patrols at the airstrip, and said 27 patrols were made in 28 days. “I think it will pay off once the warm weather goes around,” said Mitchell. “I think that’s when they’ll understand if they party out there, there’s going to be regular, ongoing police presence whenever possible.” Mitchell also allayed Layton’s concern that the Village risks becoming liable for these parties should they turn violent. “I think you’ve covered the liability issue. You’re contacting us, you’re initiating a COP program,” said Mitchell. “You’ve shifted the responsibility to the RCMP to take action.” Finally, Mitchell laid out the requirements for a COP program. Telkwa’s COP program needs eight members, and training will take two to three hours. A commitment of four hours per month is required. Spring Festival in May Peter Dawson came to council to present his idea for a music festival tentatively on May 28 from 1-9 p.m. at the barbecue grounds. “When I drive around and see that stage there … it just sits there. It’s a beautiful stage,” said Dawson. In his preliminary report, Dawson
wants to charge $10 per person or $25 per defined family, and $7 for seniors. He is targeting an attendance of 250, and requires 20 volunteers working 4.5 hour shifts. He posits that major expenses would come from sound equipment, entertainment and event insurance. Mayor Darcy Repen said that funds could come from a regional district gas tax grant or Northern Development Initiative Trust festivals and events grant if this event is successful beyond its first year. Funds could also come from money allotted to the Music in the Park event if it does not happen again this year. “I think we have a need for more community events like this — entertainment,” said Repen. Victim Services funding The Smithers RCMP-based Victim Services asked for $3,000 in funding, up from $2,600, which council approved. The organization offers services to crime victims such as rehabilitation from trauma and is pushing for voice amplification system in court rooms. Mayor Darcy Repen has been trying to discuss with the Regional District to “come up with a more fair and balanced funding formula.” Repen also wants to provide Victim Services with stable annual funding. “I see this as an essential service, and the concept that Victim Services has to come each year for funding is to me not right,” said Repen.
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RCMP report: Snowmobile thieves stopped
Smithers RCMP responded to 92 calls for service between Dec. 10 and 17. Noteworthy files include: Dec. 10, 5:06 p.m. Smithers RCMP received a report of a single vehicle incident on Old Babine Lake Road. Police located the driver and a Dodge Ram pickup hung up at the road’s edge. An officer trained as a drug recognition expert attended and assessed the driver. He passed the tests and was issued a violation ticket for speed relative to conditions. Dec. 12 Smithers RCMP executed a CDSA search warrant at a residence in Smithers. A 33-year-old male and 30-year-old female were arrested for possession of a controlled substance and possession for the purpose of trafficking. A search of the residence revealed a small quantity of crack cocaine, scales and baggies. Suspects were released without charges at this time. Dec. 13, 3:57 p.m. A Smithers Traffic Services officer conducted a routine vehicle check on Columbia Street to check sobriety. The 19-year-old male driver failed the screening device test and was issued an immediate roadside prohibition for 90 days. His vehicle was
impounded for 30 days. Dec. 16, 4:03 a.m. Smithers RCMP received a report of an attempted snowmobile theft from a residential property on Yelich Road. The suspects were deterred by the property owner and fled in an older model red pickup truck, plate number unknown. Citizens are reminded to deter criminals by immobilizing or chaining their snowmobiles and ATVs, or securing them in buildings. Dec. 17, 12:39 a.m. Police responded to a vehicle-moose collision on Highway 16 west of the airport. A westbound Pontiac Sunfire struck the moose head-on and the moose landed on the roof. There were significant damages to the car; fortunately, both the driver and passenger were uninjured. The injured moose was dispatched by the attending officer. Anyone with information on the above offences or other criminal activity is asked to please contact Smithers RCMP or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-2228477 (TIPS).
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Transport plan a good start: leaders
From PLAN on Front Bachrach said the plan was a positive step towards making the highway safer but hoped it would be the first part of a longer-term commitment. “It’s been a long time coming but it is really good to see some concrete steps being taken,” he said. “I really hope this is the beginning and not the end of their efforts to improve transportation.” Bachrach was optimistic communities could collaborate to expand existing services, but said the plan’s success would depend on whether local governments could extend their budget to share the cost. The existing B.C. Transit service between Smithers and Telkwa operates on a 50 per cent cost share basis with the local governments. “Our contribution to expanding service has to come from property tax, and property tax revenue is already severely stretched by a whole list of competing demands,” said Bachrach. “The extent to which communities are going to be able to contribute their share I think is really one of the question marks in this proposal.” Hazelton Mayor Alice Maitland said the funding was the most significant commitment she had seen from the provincial government. “It took a long time to get the government’s ear at all and now it seems like they are even willing to spend money on it; it’s quite exciting,” she said. However, she added that a lot more
funding would be needed to solve the problem. Maitland said a commitment from the government made it clear to would-be offenders that the issue was being taken seriously. “It raises consciousness, and anybody who is bent on doing things like that is going to have to be more careful,” she said. Maitland believes the plan will encourage individual communities to start working on their own plans. She also did not receive an invitation from the Ministry to join the advisory board. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure public affairs officer Sonia Lowe sent a statement explaining how the advisory board was chosen: “The members were chosen to represent local governments, First Nations, Northern Health and a representative from the Highway of Tears Initiative. “This means a cross-section of voices and experiences are represented as well as community representation from those who will most benefit from the outcomes of this initiative.” The Ministry’s plan also includes $750,000 for communities to purchase and operate new vehicles, as well as $150,000 over three years to increase the number of First Nations people with Class 4 and Class 5 licences through a driver education program. Another $500,000 will be put towards highway infrastructure for safety improvements including security webcams and transit shelters.
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VIEW FROM THE LEGISLATURE MLA Doug Donaldson
ope, peace, joy and love are the themes assigned to each of the four Sundays of Advent and activities associated with the symbolic meaning of the Advent wreath, including celebrating spreading light and shedding darkness. As I reflect on 2015 and the coming of Christmas, I think about examples of hope, peace, joy and love that came into my work as Stikine MLA. Hope helps overcome unease and anxiety. Not knowing what happened to missing and murdered women along Highway 16 and continued worry about those without transportation options creates unease and anxiety. Perseverance by families and pressure in the legislature brought some light — a $3 million pledge over the next two years from the provincial government which is a hopeful step in the right direction. Peace brings relief from strife and
turmoil. Oftentimes we think of peace in terms of external conflict between two forces. Yet inner peace is also sought by many and that is why we highlighted youth mental wellness with the theme of our 2015 contest Score One for Mental Wellness. The winning essay dealt with how one local youth overcomes her stress before it becomes debilitating. She shared her story, and we promoted it on the MLA website and in the legislature, so other youth might see some light in the methods she uses to cope. Joy is what is found when despair and pessimism are cast aside. When you witness learning and curiosity exhibited by children and youth, as I do when visiting local schools, the joy is palpable. During those presentations where kids learn about the ways for citizen engagement through the political process, there isn’t pessimism on display and you
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can almost see the light bulbs going on. The joy of engagement. Love is the antidote to fear and isolation. We in Stikine have something in common that breaks down this darkness. It is our love of where we live. Our love of the land, waters, forests, mountains and wild salmon that sustains ourselves, our children, our friends. We all want this for now and into the future. That love breaks down isolation and fear amongst us living here as we are buffeted by external forces. Love of place. May you have a Christmas season and New Year full of hope, peace, joy and love.
— Doug Donaldson is the MLA for Stikine and Official Opposition Critic for Children and Family Development.
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irst and foremost, I’d like to take this opportunity to express my greatest appreciation to the people of this beautiful community. For your support, loyalty and to the numerous people who have gone out of their way to congratulate us for our prompt and grand reopening after the July fire. I’ve never been one to feel sorry for myself. I’ve always been a hard, determined worker and in the later part of my adult life, I can proudly say I will never again in my life be a victim of bullying. Well at the very least, I wont tolerate it. Sept. 29, 2015, I called the town office, letting them know that I would love to put up two banners on my building for the purpose of directing pedestrian walking traffic to the new location of my business. I was told put them up, take a photo, email it and at the very most, I might have to pay for a permit or an encroachment fee. This is what I did. So excited to be reopening! Only then I received an email demanding the removal of my banners. In accordance with the signage bylaws, I am in noncompliance for several reasons. Completely oblivious, reading the list of reasons prompted me to look out my window, to then see several businesses who also were not in compliance. Later learning that upwards of 80 per cent of the businesses in our community were breaking the bylaws (I’m sure unknowingly) in regards to signage, let alone a long list of other bylaws dictating what businesses in Smithers are allowed to do. After discussions and the actual threat from the town hovered over my head that they could fine me $5,000 per banner, per day if I choose not to remove them, the Smithers merchants decided to have a meeting. We invited the town. Our mayor, councillor Phil Brienesse and another lady attended. The purpose of the meeting was to express the business owners’ concerns about how outdated some of our town’s bylaws were and to propose the idea that it may be time to re-address some of these laws. Did you know that it is against the town’s bylaws to have an open sign on your businesses door? A perfect example of just one of the many laws making it extremely difficult for local business owners to attract customers. It was at this meeting that councillor Phil Brienesse blatantly stated that although there was an excessive amount of business owners who were in non compliance, council was going to leave everyone in this regard ... aside from Sedaz Lingerie. His justification for singling me out, because mine was brought
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Editor: Festivities, including alcohol consumption, often peak during the Christmas holiday season. I would like to encourage community members to make transportation arrangements prior to leaving for an evening of celebration involving drinking. Please plan your safe return home prior to departure or remain on site. By all means celebrate, but please do so without disturbing the peace of other citizens and never drink and drive. Smithers RCMP members and staff would like to wish everyone a safe and joyous holiday season. Rob Mitchell
Editor: I have just finished reading Mr. Cummings letter in the Dec 9 issue. I really feel that the pro-life movement is once again being cast in an unfavorable light by using the good old “broad brush” approach. Mr. Cummings does make some very good points when he refers to the decision to have an abortion as “heart wrenching,” and I couldn’t agree more. As well, he points out that abortion is not a “good answer” but ethically and legally needs to exist. Where I feel that clarity needs to be provided is the insinuation
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to their attention. Yes ... brought to their attention by myself, for asking. Obviously I expressed my dislike to being singled out, and instead of paying enough respect to hear my side or concerns, he stood up, put his jacket on and left. A few days later, I received a call from a staff member on behalf of the town who said, and I quote, “Hi Amy, I’m not sure if you know who I am or my position here at the town, but I’m wondering if you would be willing to come down and have an adult conversation with us.” Extremely professional. I love being talked to with such disrespect. Did Sedaz owner Amy Brandstetter, with employees Layla Drzimotta and Faith i mention how welcomed back to deSteiger, says she won’t be bullied (and merry Christmas). business I’ve felt from council? To then Chris Gareau photo sit in a room and be singled out from the majority of businesses also in non-compliance. “We asked to whom you dictate what? Every sign should have the same you to come in so we can tell you in person that council has script. As stated in the bylaws, however, the signage put up decided that all other businesses in non-compliance will be by the town varies in script ... or even varies in their own left at a standstill in regards to the bylaws until future changes accordances to the very same laws we business owners are held are made, however you are not. You will remove your signs to. immediately or face the chances of being fined, etc.” Having sat in on a few council meetings, I’ve become aware For what reason? Ah yes, the snow machine. My banners that in our town council, the male-dominated group of are in the way for snow removal. Although the snow machine individuals, who at the beginning and end of the day are the in under five feet wide and from one banner to the edge of the deciding factor for the community in which we live, not one of sidewalk there is 13 feet, and 11 feet from the other banner to them aside from the mayor is a business owner. the edge. In no way are my banners stopping any snow removal. The next election for town council, I will be running. And Anything else? Yes, “they are a safety hazard to the walking like I’ve run my business for the last four years, I will pay pedestrians, someone could get pushed into you banner.” attention to the concerns of the people of this community. The Well, someone could get pushed into the mass amounts very bread and butter of the town. Not sit back in my swivel of bike racks and street posts, garbage bins, benches and so chair and contradict myself at such a rapid speed that even on. The only example that could even come close to being an then I would believe half of the stuff coming from my mouth. actual concern, “a blind person could walk into them.” We welcome business? Thank you town council for all of To this example I graciously volunteered to continue my the welcoming you’ve so graciously bestowed upon me during banner right to the bottom of the building as to be detected the re-birth of my business. You do not welcome business. should there be a blind pedestrian that walks within a foot However, I do. distance to any building. Council says no, giving me a hand I will not succumb to being singled out, bullied or made to delivered letter warning me to remove my banners by Dec. 21, be set an example of. 12 p.m. or to face ramifications. Amy Brandstetter We welcome business? Do you? Or do you pick and choose Sedaz Lingerie that the pro-life movement is opposed to any and all abortion, and we would prefer to go back to the old days when thousands (?) of Canadian women died each year (?) due to illegal abortion. The pro-life movement frequently gets painted with this broad brush approach when it comes to pregnancies due to rape, incest, or where the mother’s life or health are in danger (tubal pregnancy). I do not know of anybody personally who wishes to remove that right, yet if I mention the fact that I am prolife I get accused of wishing to block those very rights immediately. Is legal abortion required in our society? Unfortunately, I would say yes. Is it a tragedy when one occurs? I would also say yes. When the decision is made to have
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one, should the mother be judged by anybody else for her decision? I would say no. Should a sign expressing the view that adoption is preferential to abortion be painted over with black paint? I would say no also. The Lord Jesus Christ was possibly the most non-judgmental people to walk the Earth, and we would do well to take his example
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Steelheads cap off 2015 with 6-3 win By Xuyun Zeng Prince Rupert/Interior News
Happy endings. The Steelheads left Prince Rupert in the dust, winning 6-3 against the Rampage Saturday, marking the last game of 2015 with a win and closing 2015 with a happy ending. This was the first time the Steelheads competed against the Rampage this season. The game started out tight. The Steelheads finished the first period 1-0, but the Rampage tied it up in the second period. “It was an excellent game. Great crowd, 1-1 going into third period,” said head coach Tom DeVries. “They got a major penalty for hitting from behind, I think it was, and then we got three or four goals on that power play. “So it opened right up.” Referees effectively sentenced one Rampage player
to the penalty box for the whole game. The Rampage racked up 75 penalty minutes, mostly from misconducts. Tyler Ostrom and Jean-Luc Fournier each took 10 minutes, while Josh Cook took 20. Comparatively, the Steelheads’ penalties looked much more benign, racking up 28 minutes, with the most serious offence coming from Ryan Green, who took 10 minutes for misconduct. “It was a good game, good action, lot of hitting. We played really well,” said DeVries. “It was slow in the goal situation but their goalie was fantastic and our goalie was fantastic,” added DeVries. The Steelheads made 28 shots on goal while the Rampage shot 35. “The game was fast, both ways,” said DeVries. “Zach Davies played an awesome game on defence ... and he got a couple of goals. Brendan [DeVries] got three
points, so that’s good. “He’s still going to do well in the scoring race.” Brendan DeVries did not beat his 40-second hat trick made on the Dec. 12 match against the Lac La Hache Tomahawks. “No, no, no. That record won’t get beaten forever,” said Tom DeVries. The Steelheads now have nine wins, three losses and no losses in overtime. They lost twice to the Terrace River Kings and once against the Kitimat Ice Demons. “Awesome, lots of fun,” summarized DeVries of what he thought of 2015. “We always seem to have a good competitive team and that’s nice.” DeVries added that the Steelheads will enjoy “a good time off.” “I’m sure they’re just going to chill out and enjoy some of their time together,” said DeVries.
Steelhead Eric Smith (right) opened the scoring Saturday night.
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The Smithers Secondary School student team had plenty of opportunities to give the teachers team a lesson in goal celebrations in their 9-3 win Thursday. The friendly match between teachers and students is an annual tradition. Chris Gareau photo
Development of “Name that Run” began four years ago with saw crews thinning and glading the trees between Footloose and Ptarmigan runs. Progress was slow, and the project was reviewed this past spring, and it was determined the best way to complete it in a timely manner was to bring in specialized logging machinery. Winter logging was chosen in the hopes that frozen ground and some snow would improve retention of trees and minimize ground disturbance.
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Team Sweeting took second Dec. 7 at the Home Hardware Canada Cup of Curling held in Grande Prairie, Alta. Team Sweeting, consisting of skip Val Sweeting, third Lori OlsonJohns, second Dana Ferguson and Smithereen lead Rachelle Brown, also known as Rachel Pidherny, lost to Team Homan 8-7. “Second was not the result we wanted but we were happy with how we played in every game,” said Brown. “We understand that this is a process and we treat every game as a learning opportunity to prepare us for the 2017 Olympic Trials.” Her disappointment is
understandable. The Edmontonbased team beat out six other teams in the five-days-long competition, but just last year, Team Sweeting won the Cup when they played in Camrose, Alta. Brown then took off to Japan for another competition held Dec. 16-20. “We finished the round robin three and one in Japan, which put us into the quarter finals,” said Brown. “We ended up losing the quarter finals, but it was such an honour to represent Canada. “This was my first international event and it was a fantastic learning experience. “The city of Karuizawa is beautiful and we enjoyed the local hospitality.” Brown said she will return to Smithers Dec. 23.
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Smithers home gets TV appearance
Williams Lake-based log home specialists Pioneer Log Homes of BC working hard to build a log home.
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A luxurious log home up Hudson Bay Mountain will put Smithers on TV screens next year. “Michelle and Mike [Scott] had a vision, and they knew exactly what they wanted, that was the challenging part,” said Pioneer Log Homes of BC builder Peter Arnold. “It was a challenge, but I love challenges.” The Kitimat couple’s 3000-square-foot home will be featured in the next season of Timber Kings, a show where six Williams Lake log home specialists tour around North America building exquisite homes. “She had a root stump she
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wanted to integrate into the deck,” said Arnold. “She had a vision in the size of wood, in how high we can go and everything else.” “So if a customer already knows what they want, and she built numerous houses before — she knew exactly what she wanted — to read a customer and to get that all the way to build expectations can be challenging.” Pioneer Log Homes got down to work with their designers and draftspeople to realize this vision. “[General manager André Chevigny] actually even came up in the spring, looked at the property and then from there I got to build the house,” said Arnold. What sets this log home apart lies in the use of western red
The home on Hudson Bay Mountain that a Kitimat couple will eventually inhabit once contractors put in the finishing touches.
cedar logs. “It’s the Ferrari of the woods. It’s a light wood. It’s a slow-grown wood. It’s a very good insulator,” said Arnold. “The wood gives character. In my opinion, the wood lives, and you’re living with the house.” “It has a nice aromatic smell with it, and because it’s light you have a really, really good insulated house.” Arnold said these logs undergo seasoning that involves debarking and sits in piles for at least a year to dry. This avoids shrinkage and creates a “happier wood,” according to Arnold. “That way you create a happier customer,” said Arnold. Pioneer Log Homes teamed up with local contractor Devries Construction Ltd., and did construction in two parts.
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“They put in the foundation, concrete walls, whatever is involved in the basement,” said Arnold. “In this case, we came up even before the log house ... and we had some beams in the basement and we had the deck beams to put up, so that way they can finish the subfloor and the decking outside.” Two weeks after that, in September, they brought the logs along with them to build the post-and-beam house. Posts line the exterior and framed walls go in-between, and they used log rafters instead of conventional framing. Arnold said building a log home up a mountain in the North can get challenging. “If you didn’t like the weather, just stick around for about 15 minutes,” said Arnold. “We had,
in one day, snow, rain, sunshine, wind, you name it.” Despite the challenges, Arnold said he loved every minute of it. The house needs just a bit more work before the Scotts can move into it. Contractors are working hard to put in the final touches, to ensure its completion by summer 2016. “Our mandate was, before Christmas, to get the roof on ... and all the walls are up, it’s insulated but the finishing work hasn’t begun yet.” “But [the contractor] is going to start after Christmas.” The new Timber Kings season premieres Jan. 3 on HGTV. Arnold said the show would walk viewers through the process of building the home, highlighting the challenges.
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TREKKING TO THE NEXT GENERATION OF STAR WARS Jedi Cole Jennings at the premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens at the Roi Theatre in Smithers Thursday. Jeff Daugherty was first in line to buy a ticket for the Smithers premiere. He was one of over 20 people who lined up in the cold and snow to make sure they got a seat. “I figured I might as well, because why not, look at the big crowd that turned out,” said Daugherty. “I remember watching it as a kid and it was such an epic series, you might as well see them all in the theatre while you can.” Alicia Bridges photo
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Group starts Syrian refugee process By Alicia Bridges Hazeltons/Interior News
A family of Syrian refugees could be starting a new life with a view of the Roche de Boule if a sponsorship bid by a group of Hazeltons residents is approved. The Upper Skeena Sponsorship Group has started working on an application to bring a family of up to six refugees to the Hazeltons. Co-chair Neal Erickson said about 45 people had expressed interest in supporting the project since the group held its first public meeting in November. “I think we had something like 27 people show up at our first meeting,” said Erickson. “I had done some research and I said well, this is kind of what the sponsorship ... looks like as I understand it, maybe you might want to go away and think about it, how deep are your pockets, what can we come up with. “And that night people said ‘No, we just need to do this.’ ” Although it is not a church project, the group is applying to sponsor a family through a United Church of Canada refugee program. They are currently working on a settlement plan outlining how they would fund the family and assist them when they arrive. Erickson said they hope to fundraise at least $28,000 to help make the application successful. Pauline Mahoney from the Bulkley Valley Refugee Sponsorship Group (right) addresses members of the Upper Skeena Refugee Sponsorship Group, including Bruce Sims (left) in the Hazeltons last month. See PROCESS on A16 Alicia Bridges photo
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Pacific North West LNG has publicly apologized for advertising a map which misrepresented its research on eelgrass fish habitat near Lelu Island, where it plans to build an LNG processing and export facility. The map was part of an advertisement with the heading “Providing the Facts,” which was published in a community mail-out and The Northern View newspaper in Prince Rupert.
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From LNG on A14 The graphic used 3D modelling to show the distribution of eelgrass, which scientists have identified as important habitat for juvenile salmon, in an area where the company wants to build a suspension bridge to the island. It claimed to show the number of years eelgrass was present at Flora Bank during different survey periods in 2007, 2009, 2011 and 2015, however it failed to include information from one of the four years. The discrepancy was publicized in a press release issued by the Hazelton-based conservation group Skeena Watershed Conservation Coalition (SWCC) on Dec. 14. On Dec. 16, the company used its Facebook page to apologize. “Unfortunately due to a design error, the version of the figure used does not a c c u r a t e l y identify areas where eelgrass was present in one year out of four,” said the statement. “We have corrected the image (here) to ensure it provides the intended level of detail and will be sharing it on our website as well. SWCC spokesperson Greg Horne said the corrected version of the map should be re-published in the same places as the original advertisement. “Their apology has been on Facebook thus far and their misleading statements were made in the newspaper and in a community
mailout, so I’d ask them first whether they are actually going to tell the people that received the first erroneous information, whether they are going to tell them the
truth,” he said. Horne raised concerns the map had been released when a public comment period on the federal environmental assessment was looming.
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statement saying the company’s proposed bridge structure would not affect Flora Bank stability, fish or fish habitat. “Despite the error on the
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“Everyone deserves a Christmas, even the homeless,” said AJ Dixon as she handed out presents to people in need last week. Wearing all red, a Santa hat and a broad smile, the Smithers woman bestowed gifts containing hats, scarves and care packages to Positive Living North (PLN) clients last Thursday. She said she wanted to make sure nobody in the community felt excluded this Christmas. “I don’t have any children and I love Christmas and I love to wrap and I love to give,” she said. “I feel that everyone deserves a Christmas, even the homeless. “Everyone deserves to open up something, it can be the smallest thing but they get to open it.” This is the second time Dixon has handed out gifts at Christmas. She also collects donations of
toothpaste, granola bars and other basic supplies to hand out in care packages throughout the year. Many of the items were provided by Extra Foods, the Salvation Army and Houston resident Paul Comparelli, but Dixon also purchased supplies to make some of the scarves and hats. Arnold Joseph, who was among those who received a gift from Dixon, said it was the first gift he had received this year. “It does make me feel special to come in here, accepting the present and stuff,” he said. “It’s always about family and stuff, it’s always family around here [at PLN].” Many of the people Dixon helps are also clients of PLN, which is a support, prevention and awareness service for people living with, affected by or at-risk of HIV. She is currently fundraising to repair her car, which she uses to transport the items she donates. Johnny Mo (left) and Arnold Joseph (right) receive gifts and care packages from AJ Dixon To contribute visit gofundme.com/ (centre), at Positive Living North in Smithers last week. Alicia Bridges photo AJDixon.
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faces as Santa gave each child a special gift. Santa as usual was my father. I can only hope that picture of a Christmas long ago takes away a little of the sadness I feel when I see other pictures from that time. On that somewhat peculiar note, I wish all of you the very best over the holidays. Be safe, be well and mind your way. You can give me a call at 250-846-5085 or email mallory@bulkley.net.
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them had died. Broke my heart. I have so many memories of that time in my life. Let me bring it back to a Christmas I recall when I was quite young. Not all children at the residential school went home for Christmas. One year I went with my parents, the kinettes and kinsmen as they took toys and goodies to the children left behind. I can conjure up a picture of the happy
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household pets. Cats and dogs do not do well on Christmas feast leftovers or tasty sweet treats. Avoid giving your pets chocolate, grapes, nuts, etc. Also make sure your dog does not chew Christmas plants or decorations. Another consideration is to avoid foods containing Xylitol. It can be poisonous to your dog. No sense having to call the vet over the holidays. I do give my dogs a bit of white turkey meat and a bit of gravy if I make some. Dogs and cats do not need ham. No turkey bones either. Kind of one of those common sense plans for your holiday. Before I leave you with the wishes for a happy holiday season, I must say I feel a little out of sorts today after hearing some of the final words of the Truth and Reconciliation report. Many good promises and plans to go forward were welcomed by all of us. My sadness comes from knowing that many more young children in residential school care died than first told to us. Many were buried in unmarked graves. What a disgraceful time in our history. Some months ago I wrote about my experiences with friends from the residential school in Port Alberni. I mentioned my friends Sheila and Eric Ryan. Where were they? I did get my answer one day when a cousin of theirs from this area called to tell me that both of
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Take the case of Sam (name changed). He recovered $350,000 for his reduced earning capacity due to disabling whiplash-type (soft tissue) neck and back injuries. Sam was stopped at a traffic light, when his half-ton pickup was hit from behind by a Honda Civic going about 29 to 30 mph. Sam’s vehicle sustained $1,200 worth of damage. Sam was a heavy duty mechanic. Although his shoulder blades hurt shortly after the accident, he went to work the next day, a Saturday. At work, his shoulder and neck pain got worse and he developed a bad headache. On Sunday, he saw a doctor at a walk-in clinic, who recommended he take a week off work. He then saw his family doctor, who prescribed physiotherapy, chiropractic treatments and massage therapy, and he visited a kinesiologist for home exercise instruction. Over the next few years, Sam took various periods of time off work. Ultimately, he gave up working as a mechanic and retrained for a lighter career as a realtor. At trial, both his family doctor and a specialist said his condition was permanent. So long as he didn’t do any heavy labour, he had no major complaints. But if he did heavy work, his symptoms would flare up. A large part of Sam’s claim was for future lost income – the difference between what he probably would earn as a mechanic if he hadn’t been injured and what he would likely now earn as a realtor. The court concluded Sam’s ability to take advantage of job opportunities was now limited because of his permanent injury. “The plaintiff has been permanently disabled from his lifetime occupation as a heavy duty mechanic,” wrote Justice Brown. “He has been forced to retrain.” Sam was awarded $350,000 for future lost income.
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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Think about ideas for the future if what you are doing right now does not seem very exciting to you, Aries. A new plan of attack can reinvigorate your motivation.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Somehow you always manage to pull through even with a ton of things on your plate, Libra. Even though you are successful, remember to schedule some downtime once in awhile.
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, focus your energy on home-related projects. Procrastination is your enemy in these circumstances and can staunch any productivity you may have achieved.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Don’t get caught daydreaming too much this week, Scorpio. People at work may think you’re not serious about your efforts when nothing could be further from the truth.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, there is a way out of every situation, even if it seems like all exits are blocked. Swallow your pride if need be and accept the help of others when it’s offered.
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, expect to spend some money this week. Just how much you will spend depends on your ability to find the best bargains and discounts.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you will be getting a lot of help with a special project, so expect it to go quite smoothly. Just be sure to pay back the favor when you can.
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 It can be frustrating when others do not seem to understand your motives, Capricorn. Don’t feel pressured to change your way of doing things, especially if it’s working.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, a new perspective could help you see that things you thought were a big deal are really mole hills instead of mountains, and that’s an important lesson to learn.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, something you have been looking forward to for some time is about to happen. It has been a long time coming but entirely worth it. Enjoy the ride.
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, learn how to deal with conflict in a productive way. Otherwise you may be stressed out and full of angst for no reason at all.
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, stick up for yourself when you need to. You are your biggest advocate, and you will present a strong front when feeling secure.
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John, 65, died suddenly on August 7th, 2015, of a heart attack in Manila, Philippines. John was born in Fergus, Ontario on September 17th, 1949. He is survived by his wife Mari, three sons, Duncan, Simon, Geordie and step daughter Nikki Soleil. He leaves behind his sister Mary-Lou McPhedran. He is also fondly remembered by Jocelyne Lepine, his ex-wife and the mother of his children. John worked for CNR for 28 years. He did not enjoy the crazy hours working for the railroad entailed, however this job gave him the chance to spend time with his children, let him enjoy nature and the great outdoors with his family, and allowed him the freedom to devote himself to coaching wrestling. Since his teenage years John was passionate about wrestling. He garnered several national and international awards in this field. At the 1975 Pan-American Games in Mexico, John received a bronze medal; he represented Canada in the Greco-Roman style, and was team captain, at the Montreal Olympic Games in 1976. He later coached wrestling at the high school and international levels in Edmonton, Smithers, and in Thailand. He was generous with his time, and dedicated to developing young talents. John was an avid outdoorsman; he enjoyed hiking, paddling, climbing and cycling throughout his life. He shared this passion with his family. In his younger years he cycled from Vancouver to Toronto, and from Rome, Italy to Athens, Greece. As an international traveller John has been to many countries and remote regions of the world. After retirement he settled on a small farm in Thailand with his current partner Aem. From there he travelled to China, Japan, Laos, Uzbekistan, and many other places.
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omething I read that is said to be a fact: 33 per cent of high school graduates never read another book the rest of their lives. I wonder how this “fact” was discovered and how true is it! Drinking warm milk before bed is supposed to help you sleep better. Scientists in South Korea have found that cows milked at night actually produce milk that makes you sleepy. It contains high amounts of tryptophan and melatonin that are nutrients proven to aid sleep and reduce anxiety. This could be a new natural sleep aid and researchers are looking into night milk as a possible treatment for anxiety problems. Awesome Mother Nature has answers for a lot of things. Clishmaclaver, a Scottish word for idle or foolish talk. Comes from a combination of the terms clish-clash and claver, both mean gossip, entering English in the early VIEW FROM 1700s. Did you know the Bulkley Valley Swimming Pool Association (BVSPA) was THE PORCH formed under the Societies Act in October of 1969, and for nearly a decade a group Lorraine Doiron of hard-working people made it their goal to acquire a pool for the Bulkley Valley. A major fundraising effort in 1987 saw 10 community members and 20 businesses donated $1,000 each towards the cause. The BVSPA and swimming pool committee members then worked with the Town of Smithers and the regional district to secure a site, grants, and an operational tax subsidy. The doors were opened on Dec. 23, 1990 as a user-pay pool. The pool is proud to be an important community hub. They invite all donors, past committee members, board members, staff and patrons to come join them in a celebration. Today, Dec. 23, they will have a celebratory Aquafit class, $2 admission, cake cutting at 1:30 p.m., and the opportunity to try out the climbing wall. They will also be offering a one-day, 10-pass, sale. The Smithers Art Gallery is hosting their annual Divas & Friends Variety Show fundraiser April 16. Is It Truth or Fiction? Stump the audience with an anecdotal story. Guidelines are: theme is “Keeping it Light,” open to individual interpretation, begin your story by completing this sentence “A _ thing happened on the way to the _.” This story should take approximately three minutes to read or tell. Also, they will feature an art show in the lobby of the Della Herman Theatre April 16. The event theme “Keeping it Light” is again open to your creative interpretation. Interactive pieces are encouraged. Art drop off at the theatre is April 15. Deadline for submissions is Feb. 15. For more information contact Dorothy at 847-3953 or dorothy@driftwoodfoundation.org, or Perry at 846-9612 or gingerpearbear@yahoo.com Closing with: “In things pertaining to enthusiasm, no man is sane who does not know how to be insane on proper occasions.” — Henry Ward Beecher.
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Trip gives teens Chinese wisdom By Alicia Bridges Smithers/Interior News
They toured mausoleums, learned new dining customs and made new friends, but Bulkley Valley high school students say their longest-lasting impression from a recent class trip to China will be the appreciation it gave them for hard work and education. A group of 20 students from Bulkley Valley School District 54 travelled to the Jiangsu province of China last month to take part in a cultural immersion program. Nine students from Houston and 11 from Smithers visited the cities of Suzhou, Shanghai and Nanjing, where they saw temples, a silk factory and a canal city among other attractions. For four days of their trip the group attended the Nanjing Secondary School, where the school day starts at about 6 a.m. and does not finish until
about 10 p.m. Each Canadian student was partnered with a Chinese student to help them navigate the school, where classes included Chinese music, calligraphy, pottery and language. Although the Bulkley Valley students did not adhere to the same gruelling schedule, Smithers Secondary School (SSS) students Jaydin Haskins, Blake Knibbs, and Alannah Markert said they had inherited some of the Chinese work ethic. Knibbs, who is in Grade 10, said the experience taught him how hard different cultures have to work for their education. “I have started to put in a bit longer hours and started to really get down on my studies,” he said. “Now that I’ve gone to China and seen how on time they have to be, it’s made me appreciate what I have back home.” See SCHOOL on B11
Bulkley Valley School District 54 students say they have returned from China with longlasting memories and a greater appreciation for their own education.
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School trip immerses students in Chinese culture From TEENS on B10 Knibbs was also taken aback by the generosity and inclusiveness of the Chinese students. “When we went to the cafeteria there was a bit of an issue with us getting food because you have to get a card to get food, so everyone was like ‘I’ll buy you lunch, I’ll buy you lunch!’ ” he said. “It’s so much different from here because if someone came here and didn’t have money you would be like ‘I’m not buying you lunch.’ ” The students also had dinner at home with their student buddies, who introduced them to Nanjing dining customs.
“Here it’s polite to finish everything on your plate and to make sure the table’s nice and cleaned off,” said Markert. “There they want you to leave food because it’s disrespectful if you eat it all.” The students said the organized chaos of China’s traffic system, the preparation of food such as fish served whole, and the conservative way that women dressed were some of the things they noticed during their trip. Knibbs, Markert and Haskins all said they had been working harder at school since they returned to Canada. Houston Secondary School Grade 11 students Logan Larocque and Jessica Ells
also said they had returned from China feeling more grateful for their lifestyles and education. “We got to school, we get our education and most likely we’ll go to university but there they go for 16 hours a day and they don’t even know if they are going to university,” said Laroque. “They say they have to give it their all.” Ells said she was surprised by how curious the Chinese public were about she and her classmates. “They were really amazed by us, which was weird,” said Ells. “They were coming up to us and wanting to take pictures and get our emails and asking
us questions.” SD54 superintendent Chris van der Mark said the goal of holding international field trips was to give the students an appreciation and understanding of other countries, as well as their home in Canada. “Of course you want them to appreciate the Chinese culture and the Chinese history, and also the impact of globalization,” he said. “And then you also want them to take away an appreciation of Canada as well. “Canada’s a really remarkable country, it’s a great country, and then sometimes you have to also see other things to then put things in perspective.”
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5204 Morris Road 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home 5 acres, minutes from Telkwa Tons of value, loaded with potential
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4 bedroom + den, 2112 sq ft home 8.031 acres, trails and creek 40x20 heated shop w/concrete floors Recent updates, sellers motivated
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mls n247647
$459,000
Enjoy the sunshine Spacious 3 bedroom home Mountain and valley views Minutes from town, large shop
Peter Lund
$335,000
mls n246414
2 bedroom home Sunken living room New linoleum and carpets Carport, concrete patio
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$191,500
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4/5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Floors above ground, concrete dw 10 years young, Willowvale Sub. Fenced backyard, perimeter trail
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2 bedroom, 1100 sf condo Garage, double paved parking Lots of upgrades, new flooring Natural gas fireplace, sundeck
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$54,900
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7123 square foot, one level building 5 acres, level and landscaped Would make a good residence 4 classrooms, 3 bathrooms, gym
Donna & Leo
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46.6 acres, 4 bedroom home 3 pastures, fenced for horses Toboggan Creek frontage Spruce forest, many trails
Donna Grudgfield
$398,500
mls r2012828
3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms Double paved drive, covered carport New roof 2012, stainless appliances Wheel chair ramp, fenced yard
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mls n247002
$398,000
4 bedrooms, one level Hardwood floors in living room European style kitchen 75x125 lot, alley access
Donna Grudgfield
mls r2016639
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3 bdrm, 1 bath rancher style home Large .47 acre lot by golf course Carport, paved drive, storage www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
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Nicely kept 14x70 mobile Back deck overlooks river Quick possession, appliances incl. www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers
mls r2014344
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“North Pole Special”
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Leo Lubbers
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62 acres, 15 min from town 1452 s.f. full basement home Very private, good views www.realestatesmithers.com
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2 bedrooms, 2 bathroom condo Walk-in closet, ensuite, n/g fireplace Low strata fee, close to mail/shops www.realestatesmithers.com
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Great location, big fenced backyard Near highschool, park, pool, arenas 4 bdrm + den, 2 bath, suite potential www.smithershomes.com
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Ron Lapadat
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Cozy ski cabin along Cinderella run Wood/electric heat, 3 bdrm, 1 bath Fully furnished, bring your ski gear www.smithershomes.com
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$299,900
Kispiox valley house on 10 acres Home offers 1466 sf of living space Shop could convert into 2nd home Park like, walk to river and fishing
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Cozy and comfy 1300 sq. ft. rancher 2 bedrooms with room for a 3rd Recent renos, great location www.smithershomes.com
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Newer 2 bedroom, 2 bath, one level Quality ½ duplex, custom kitchen Ensuite w/ jacuzzi, fenced backyard www.smithershomes.com
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$347,000
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3 acres commercial property Excellent highway exposure 6300 square foot shop Rare opportunity
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Premier lot Lake front, spectacular view Fully serviced lot 10796 square feet
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4 bdrm, 3 bath custom built home Large lot, partially fenced 3,162 s.f. garage, sundeck Fam&rec room, great neighborhood
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3 bdrm, 2 bathroom, 3024 s.f. home 3.27 acres, 5 min from town, view Rec, hobby & music room. OSBE 24x60 workshop, sundecks, gazebo
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$229,000
Great family home on 5 acres 4 bdrm, 3 bath, office,large rec room Double garage, large sundeck, osbe Beautiful view of Hudson Bay Mtn
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$112,000
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One of the best location in park 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1994 Open layout, bright, vaulted ceilings Interior freshly painted, storage shed
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mls r2016604
Stunning 5.8 acre lot, min from town Cleared building site, driveway Access to recreation trails Privacy, variety of trees
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3 bedroom, bright & open mobile Beautifully renovated Quiet location Close to Tyhee Lake & playground
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mls r2018094
Rare opportunity Bulkley River front property 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home Many upgrades
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Annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service • Dec. 24, 7 p.m. 1838 Main St.
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH on the corner of Queen St. and 7th Ave. Christmas Eve Service Thursday, Dec. 24 6:30-7:30 pm Pastor Chris Kibble www.smithersbaptist.ca
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Come worship with us at
FAITH REFORMED CHURCH OF TELKWA for a special
Christmas Day Worship Service at 10 am Remembering: “Jesus is the Reason for the Season” Pastor James Folkerts (URC-NA) 1170 Hwy 16, Telkwa
Fresh baked bread and buns from Pauls are always in demand by our customers. We are proud to offer Pauls baked goods that represent well over 60 years of Bulkley Valley excellence.
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Christmas Day Service Friday December 25 • 10 am
God’s Blessings thru the Christmas season as we celebrate the birth of our Saviour
Pastor 3115 Gould Place Smithers Lou Slagter 250-847-2080
Canadian Reformed Church Christmas Day Service Friday, Dec 25 10 am Short Christmas Program Following Pastor James Slaa 2788 Upper Viewmont south Rd. 250-847-5879
SMITHERS UNITED CHURCH Thursday, Dec 24 Christmas Eve 7 pm Traditional Service Sunday, Dec 27 – 10 am Carol Singing Service At the corner of Queen St. & 8th
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ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC CHURCH
Thursday, Dec 24 Christmas Eve 5:30 pm Holy Eucharist at St. John’s in Quick 8 pm Holy Eucharist at St. Clements in Houston 10:30 pm Holy Eucharist at St. James Friday, Dec 25 Christmas Day 10 am Holy Eucharist at St. James Sunday, Dec 27 10 am Lessons and Carols at St. James
Dec 24 Christmas Eve 5:00 pm Children's Christmas Mass (Smithers) 7:30 pm Christmas Mass (Houston) 10:00 pm Midnight Mass (Smithers) Dec 25 Christmas Day 10 am Mass (Smithers) Dec 31 New Year’s Eve 5:00 pm New Year Eve’s Mass (Smithers) 7:30 pm New Year Eve’s Mass (Houston) Jan 1, 2016 New Year’s Day 9:00 am Mass (Smithers)
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