Caledonia Courier, February 17, 2016 by Black Press Media Group

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◆ Council Notes - pg 2 ◆ Gaming Grant - pg 3

◆ FSJSS Honor Roll - pg 5 ◆ Pink Shirt day - pg 6

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NEWS BRIEFS Province toughens up drinking and driving laws VICTORIA - New regulations are in place to clarify and toughen the consequences of drinking and drug affected driving in British Columbia, strengthening the Province’s resolve to have the safest roads in North America by 2020. Under the new program, drivers with certain serious prohibitions for drinking and drug affected driving are now required to participate in mandatory remedial programs designed to prevent this high risk and irresponsible behaviour from reoccurring. Driving while affected by drugs or alcohol is a significant public health and safety concern of this government. In 2014, drinking and driving contributed to the death of 61 people on our roads - that’s 61 completely preventable deaths due to poor choices. Once a mandatory referral is made, drivers will be required to participate in the Responsible Driver Program (RDP), which focuses on education and counselling, and/ or the Ignition Interlock Program (IIP), for which a device is installed in the vehicle to prevent drivers from driving if they have consumed alcohol. Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Mike Morris “These measures will help both deter and prevent unsafe drivers from getting back on our roads. There will no longer be financial or hardship considerations to exempt highrisk drivers from these remedial programs. See more on page 3

The Caledonia Classic in Fort St. James is the largest dog sled race event in B.C. Some of the mushers competing in last year’s Classic.

Caledonia Classic: ready to race BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

Get ready and get set! The Caledonia Classic is back and it will be held on Feb. 26-28 in Fort St. James. Craig Houghton, event organizer is thrilled with what this year’s event has in store. “Because of the warmer weather this year, one of the highlights is that we will have more teams participate in the stage race as compared to previous years,” Houghton said. The Caledonia Classic has been a staple of the winter season in Fort St. James for about 18 years. It is the only race that combines sprint, middistance and long distance races into one exciting weekend. Houghton, along with co-organizer, Dianne Vinnedge, has helped organise the event since the

very beginning and he has seen many changes over the years. “There are three races in the province but we are the biggest,” Houghton says. The other two are in 100 Mile House and Fort Nelson, B.C. Mushers from all over attend the Classic. “We’ve had mushers from western Canada, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories, Montana and Washington take part,” Houghton said. So how does one become a musher? A good start is to become a handler for someone. You’ve got have a passion for sled dogs. If not, then don’t do it,” Houghton says. For Houghton, the Classic has been a passion for him since the beginning and he is grateful for all of the support received from the community, the snowmobile club and the District of Fort St. James over the years.

“And it wouldn’t be possible without our volunteers,” he said. Approximately 30-35 volunteers help with the Classic during the week and 10 dedicated volunteers help put it together leading up to the event every year. According to Houghton, the event is much more spectator friendly than in previous years. The stage race, which is the highlight of the Classic, takes place over three days, travelling 50 miles a day. The one musher with the best total time is the winner. Weather depending, the Classic is set to take place on Stuart Lake. And if you are planning to attend, you might even have the rare opportunity of being pulled by a sled. For more information about the Caledonia Classic visit: http://www.fsjcaledoniaclassic.com/

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Courier Fort St. James Council Meeting: Feb. 10

Mayor Rob MacDougall

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Fort St. James Council held a regular meeting on Feb. 10. The following are some highlights and conclusions from that evening: Council discussed the possibility of hosting the Northern Emergency Support Services Training Conference (NEST) in April, 2018. About 80 people will be hosted. “It’s a great opportunity for the community and a manageable size to be able to host a conference of this kind,” Mayor MacDougall said. Council will look further into bud-

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Councillor Brenda Gouglas

get, volunteers and facilities needed to make the conference a success. Fort St. James District is looking at the possibility of also hosting “Minerals North” in 2018. More questions to be answered but discussions have begun. District has received a grant of $12,996.80 from the Northern Development Initiative Trust in support of the 2015 business façade improvement funding. Any business within municipal boundaries is eligible to take part. Contact the District Office with any questions or if interested. There are three local businesses currently taking

Councillor Kris Nielsen

Councillor Dave Birdi

part in the program. Dave Petersen Assistant Deputy Minister responded to a letter from District regarding concerns with the sustainability and economic health of the Fort St. James community in regards to forestry and the change of control of the forest licence. This is in accordance with Section 54.5 of the Forest Act. The issue will continue to be monitored. The Fort St. James Fire Dept. has received six new recruit applications. The new recruit sessions will begin on Feb. 15.

Councillor Brad Miller Please join us for a

RETIREMENT CELEBRATION Please join us for a

R E T I R E M E N T C E L E B R AT I O N

In honour of In honor of Ann McCormick Ann McCormick Thursday, February 25th, 2016 3:00pm to 5:30pm Thursday, February 25th, 2016 3pm to 5:30pm

College of New Caledonia College of New Caledonia 179 Douglas Avenue 179 Douglas Avenue Fort St. James Fort St. James

Coming together is the Beginning.

RSVP: Lynne Willick RSVP: Lynne Willick (250)996-7019 (250) 996-7019 willickl@cnc.bc.ca willickl@cnc.bc.ca

Keeping together is Progress.

Working together is

Success. -Henry Ford

District of Fort St. James Calendar FEBRUARY, 2016 SUNDAY 14

Municipal Website: www.fortstjames.ca

WEDNESDAY 17

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

Parent & Tot Skating 3:45-5pm

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun

Legion Meeting 7pm

Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

Food Bank 10-12 @ St Patrick’s Church

22 Public Skating 5:30-7:00

TUESDAY 16

Ladies Curling Bonspiel

250-996-8226

Parent & Tot Skating 3:45-5pm

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Movie Night @ the Park “Romance of the Far Fur Company” Public Skating 7:00-8:30 En Point Dance @ Old Gym 6pm Music Makers 7:30pm Family Night Caledonia Classic Sled Dog Race Men’s Curling Bonspiel

9:30 Story Time at the Library

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun

Parent & Tot Skating 3:45-5pm

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

Public Skating 5:30-7:00

MARCH

Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

7 Public Skating 5:30-7:00

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun

Parent & Tot Skating 3:45-5pm Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun Women Connect NVCSS Boardroom 349 Stuart Drive 6-8pm

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

Poker Ride Zonnis @ Pope Mt Arts Centre 8:30pm

27 Music Makers 7:30pm Adult Night Men’s Curling Bonspiel Caledonia Classic Sled Dog Race

5 Music Makers Adult Night 7:30

9:30 Story Time at the Library Music Makers Family Night 7:30

Onesie Ski

Public Skating 7:00-8:30

9:30 Story Time at the Library

Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

SATURDAY

9:30 Story Time at the Library

Community Foundation AGM

14 Public Skating 5:30-7:00

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nak’azdli

Parent & Tot Skating 3:45-5pm Lunch Program @ The Anglican Church

9:30-11am Pre School Gym @ Nakalbun

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Valentines Day 2 for 1 Ski Public Skating 5:30-7:00

MONDAY

Get Active in 2016 Nordic Ski Club

9:30 Story Time at the Library

Winter Fest Feb 12 to 28 Sign up for Winter Fest Cumulative Marathon Call the District office for info 250-996-8233 Office: 477 Stuart Drive West

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Gaming Grant Fentanyl confirmed in Fort St. James Workshop coming BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

The Fort St. James RCMP recently confirmed the presence of fentanyl in a local drug seizure. A Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant was executed in a residence in Fort St. James in November. Several hundred green pills were seized. Samples of these pills have been analyzed, and police can now confirm these pills contain heroin and fentanyl. Fentanyl is a highly potent and addictive synthetic opioid analgesic that is estimated to be up to 100 times more potent than morphine. The effects of fentanyl are unpredictable. Users have no idea of the level of purity or the potency of what they take. “The alarming thing about this seizure is not just that the pills contain fentanyl but the concentration of fentanyl the pills contained, could be

fatal”, said Sgt. Poppy Hallam, Operations Non-Commissioned Officer of the Fort St. James RCMP. “Our officers have been warned to take extreme care in handling pills due to the potential for transfer and serious illness. These drugs are so potent, even skin contact can affect a person.” Fort St. James RCMP would like to remind residents that there is no such thing as a “bad batch” of synthetic drugs, because there is no good batch. Every tablet represents a potentially serious health risk. “Hundreds of pills were taken off the streets which we believe most likely reduced the amount of potentially life threatening overdoses. We are committed to the safety of the community and it is our priority to investigate the sale of illicit drugs and get those drugs off our streets,” Hallam said. For more information about Fentanyl, visit www. knowyoursource.ca The Fort St. James

to Fort St. James

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A free gaming grant writing workshop will be held on February 25 at the Fort St. James Public Library from 6 - 8 p.m. Curtis Mayer, on behalf of the Northern Interior Communities Association will be hosting the twopart workshop. The B.C. Gaming Grants supports non-profit organizations to help cover the costs of sustaining program operations. A local non-profit organization can apply for a grant with a maximum of $100,000. This does not include the 25 per cent of the program budget that must meet the group’s contribution. The 25 per cent may include inkind revenue, volunteer hours and sourced revenue. According to Shauna Hesse, grant RCMP cannot do it alone so if you have any information about the sale of illicit drugs, please contact the Fort St. James RCMP at (250) 9968269, or if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Drink driving laws changing From front “Let me be clear. If you are caught drinking and driving and therefore putting your life and the lives of others at risk, it will cost you. Driving while affected by alcohol or drugs is reckless and selfish behaviour for which this province has no tolerance.” Acting superintendent of Motor Vehicles, Robert O’Neill “These are firm but fair measures that address repetitive driving behaviours at the administrative level. “Drivers who choose to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol will face serious remedial program consequences that are recognized as efficient and successful in many jurisdictions in Canada and around the world. “It is extremely easy to avoid these consequences and every driver is able to do so by choosing to act responsibly when behind the wheel.”

Quick Facts: * The new regulations apply to drivers caught driving while affected by drugs or alcohol who accumulate between 6-16 remedial program points within five years. * Since the 2010 implementation of the Immediate Roadside Prohibition (IRP) pro-

gram, there has been an estimated 260 lives saved and a 52% reduction in alcohol-related motor vehicle deaths. * Drivers who receive a 90 Day IRP or accumulate points through repeat alcohol and drug related driving events will be required to participate in remedial programs.

NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS Regular Board MeeƟngs of the Board of EducaƟon of School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) for the months of February and March 2016 will be held as follows: February 22, 2016 Video-Conference March 21, 2016 School Board Oĸce, Vanderhoof, BC Designated sites for video-conferencing are: Lakes District Secondary School, Fort St. James Secondary School, Fraser Lake Elementary-Secondary School, and the Vanderhoof School Board Oĸce. These meeƟngs will commence at 6:00 p.m. Members of the public are invited to aƩend. Darlene Turner Secretary-Treasurer

writer for Fort St. James, the purpose of the first workshop is to give an overview of the B.C. gaming grant application preparation process. A one-on one meeting will also be scheduled the following morning on Feb. 26 so that participants can review their projects with the workshop facilitator. The second workshop will be scheduled in March and will tailor to specific needs in preparing and submitting applications. “It is our hope that this workshop series will help generate many successful B.C. gaming applications from the Fort St. James area and support the great community work you and your organization are doing,” Hesse said. To register, e-mail: shauna@onesparc.com stating that you would like to attend and the organization you represent. Seating is limited.

Community Events Community Events are free of charge as they are sponsored by the Caledonia Courier COMING EVENTS... Will appear as space is available, free of charge in this section. Coming events are available to non-profit organizations only. This area is not intended for thank you submissions or selling products. It is simply a place for nonprofit organizations a place to announce upcoming free activities. You can e-mail your item to advertising@ ominecaexpress.com or by fax: 567-2070. Your organizations’ announcement can also be dropped off at our office located at #111250 Stuart Drive, Fort St. James. Decision of the publisher is final. *** 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 Secondary School. Monday March 7, Speech Arts. Friday March 11, Strings. Monday March 14- Thursday March 17, Piano. Please check the website at www. musicfestivalweb.com/nechako for program details *** MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTIONS ADVISORY COMMITTEE... advocating for better services in our communities, such as: housing, counseling, education and job opportunities. Meetings held on the second Thursday of each month via – video conferencing from the communities of; Burns Lake, Fraser Lake, Granisle, Ft. St. James, Southside and Vanderhoof. 1:30 – 3:00. In Vanderhoof meetings are held in the boardroom at the hospital. Clients, family members and community partners are invited to attend. Your voice is IMPORTANT. For more info on the committee and it’s works contact: Heather @ 250692-7500. Or your Mental Health Service Provider

*** VOLUNTEER WITHIN YOUR COMMUNITY!...Are you or anyone you know interested in becoming a volunteer? No matter your age or your interests, there are plenty of opportunities for you or your family members to volunteer within our community. At Volunteer Fort St. James we assist local non-profit organizations in recruiting volunteers and assist volunteers to find an organization(s) they want to work with. If you chose to become a volunteer you are in control. You get to choose the event(s) you volunteer for, how often you volunteer and how much time you’d like to volunteer. Volunteers are not obligated to volunteer for any opportunities, no questions asked. It is as simple as that! If you’d like to become a volunteer, when opportunities become available you have the option to be notified by email, or you can check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/volunteerfsj or stop by the Volunteer Fort St. James Office Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:30 – 12:30 pm. You can sign up today to become a volunteer at www.volunteerfsj. ca. For more information you can e-mail us at volunteerfsj@telus. net or call us at 250-996-8284 (Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 11:30 – 12:30 pm). *** STUART LAKE OUTREACH GROUP FOOD BANK SCHEDULE... is the third Wed of each month: 10:00 am to noon at the Food Bank behind St. Patrick’s Anglican Church, Stuart Drive. Volunteers needed. Call 250-567-6744. Food Bank needs canned meals, beans, stews, soups, tuna, salmon, sandwich meats, pasta and sauce, tea, coffee, toilet paper, canned milk, cereals, etc. At this time we have lots of sugar! Thank you for

your generosity. *** UNTOLD TRAUMA...author seeks contributions from nonFirst Nations students and staff who experienced Catholic residential or day schools abuse in Northern BC. For more info email Kathyhansen1@gmail.com *** FIREWEED STOPPING THE VIOLENCE & OUTREACH SERVICE For those who believe all is possible!...Provides free Confidential, Safe, and Supportive counselling and outreach services for women. Hours of Service: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and every other Friday. Location: Room 203, 349 Stuart Drive, Fort St James, BC Phone: (250) 9961214 Fax: (250) 996-7647 Email: fire.or@telus.net *** STUART LAKE OUTREACH GROUP... hosts a free hot lunch each Tuesday from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the space behind St. Patrick’s Anglican Church. Meals are served by members of area churches and other volunteers from the community. We wish to thank all those who assist by cooking, serving, and cleaning up. Your help is invaluable. We also host a free Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day to all who are lonely or in need. Volunteers for these programs are needed. Please call Gwen at 250-567-6744. *** FORT ST. JAMES SEARCH & RESCUE... New members are welcome, training is provided for more information please contact Paul at 250-996-7478 or Rod at 250-996-3231 *** FORT ST. JAMES PUBLIC LIBRARY HOURS... Tuesday 11:30-8:00 Wednesday 11:30-4:30 Thursday 11:30-4:30

Friday 11:30-8:00 Saturday 11:00-3:00 *** AUXILIARY TO STUART LAKE HOSPITAL... Monthly meeting 2nd Wednesday each month. Hospital Cafeteria 7:00 p.m. *** NECHAKO VALLEY COMMUNITY SERVICES SOCIETY...Child and Youth Mental Health and Counseling Services available at no cost. Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Call 996-7645 for appointment. *** FORT TRAP AND HANDGUN CLUB... meets last Sunday of every month. Contact (Sue) at 250-996-7728 (h) for more information. *** MUSIC MAKERS...New members always WELCOME. Not everyone has to be on stage, there is lots of work behind the scenes. Call Heike Fonda at 250-996-7006 for more info. *** PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT...If you know anyone, including a child, who has been abused or harmed by a psychiatrist call the Citizens Commission on Human Rights at: 1-800-670-2247. *** AA MEETINGS...Thursdays at 8:00pm. United Church on 2nd Ave West. Call 250-996-8290 for more information. *** FIREWEED SAFE HAVEN...a safe place for women and their children leaving violence or abuse. 24 hour access - please call 996-8000. *** FORT ST. JAMES PARENT ADVISORY...3rd Tuesday every month 7 p.m. at High School.

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Questions answered at New Gold Blackwater Project information session BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

A New Gold Blackwater Information Session was held at the community centre in Fort St. James on Feb. 10. Community members were encouraged to pop in to the public comment period, view the information boards, enjoy some refreshments and ask any questions about the project. New Gold Inc. is proposing the construction and operation of an open pit gold and silver mine located approximately 160 kilometres southwest of Prince George and 110 kilometres southwest of Vanderhoof, BC. The proposed Blackwater Gold Project is currently undergoing a provincial and federal environmental assessment. New Gold is an intermediate gold mining company and Blackwater Project, Engineering and Environmental Management, New Gold Inc. according to the company, their The proposed Blackwater Gold Project gold and 60.8 million ounces of silver with objective is to be the leading intermediate has a 17 year mine life with proven and the potential to produce 485,000 ounces of gold producer, focused on the environment probable reserves of 8.2 million ounces of gold per year for the first nine years. and social responsibility.

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The project includes a transmission line about 140 kilometres long that will connect the mine site to the existing substation located in Endako. Throughout 2015, New Gold gathered community information and engaged with local communities and First Nations to learn how to build and operate the proposed Blackwater Mine to best benefit area residents, current and future employees, businesses, contractors and the environment. “It’s so good to be able to get out into the communities and connect with them,” said Claudette Gouger, community manager at New Gold Black Water Project. According to Blackwater, the projected expenditures including the construction of Blackwater will be approximately $1.28 billion and will result in full-time employment for about 1,000 people. They expect to employ between 1,200 and 1,500 workers during construction and employ 500 full-time employees to operate the mine. Other information sessions are being held in Quesnel, Burns Lake and Prince George. For more information about the project, visit: www.newgold.com/blackwater

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Ladies Curling Bonspiel Weekend kicks off with 40th Anniversary celebration

“A” event winners: Nadine Gingrich, Jackie Marshall, Debbie Hanley, and Karen Work.

Mayor Rob MacDougall and past president of the Curling Club Hank Dressler cut the cake in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the curling club..

Photos by Barbara Latkowski BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

“B” event winners: Gladys Heart, Anne McDonald, Marianne Luck, and Bonnie Kozley.

“C” event winners: Dianne Chermesnok, Joan Burdenuik, Sue Forshner and Sandra Davidson.

The Ladies Curling Bonspiel weekend kicked off with a 40th anniversary celebration of the current curling rink in Fort St. James on Feb. 12. Invited were curlers from past and present and many old photos were displayed as everyone took a stroll down memory lane. The ever popular ladies bonspiel proves that curling is still alive and well in Fort St. James as 21 teams took to the ice this year. A weekend full of strength, determination and some old fashioned

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fun made for an exciting final on Feb. 14. This year’s winners include: “A” event - Nadine Gingrich, Jackie Marshall, Debbie Hanley, and Karen Work

“B” event - Gladys Heart, Anne McDonald, Marianne Luck, and Bonnie Kozley “C” event - Dianne Chermesnok, Joan Burdenuik, Sue Forshner and Sandra Davidson.

OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (Across from the Petrocan Station)

SUNDAY LITURGY: Saturday 7:30 pm & Sunday 10:30 am DAILY MASS: Monday - Friday 9:00 am PASTORAL TEAM: FATHER FRANK SALMON 250-996-8343 SR. MAURINE BARZANTNI, SR.RENEE RICHIE, SR. DIVINA PEDRO 250-996-2275

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JOIN THE MOVEMENT AGAINST BULLYING ON FEBRUARY 24

Recognizing cyberbullying Before social media became so prevalent, instances of bullying were somewhat easy to recognize. However, with a good majority of children now engaged in digital networking and social media, bullying may not end with the ringing of the school bell, and evidence of bullying may not be so readily apparent. According to Cyberbullying statistics from the i-SAFE foundation, more than half of adolescents and teens have been bullied online, and about the same number have engaged in cyberbullying. More than 80 percent of teens use a mobile phone regularly, making it the most popular form of technology and a common medium for repeated cyberbullying. Cyberbullying takes place through electronic technology and differs from traditional forms of bullying. Cyberbullying can occur via text messaging, blogging, updates to social media sites and/or phone conversations. What makes cyberbullying more difﬁcult to detect and remedy than traditional bullying is that sometimes this type of bullying is veiled in secrecy. Those who engage in cyberbullying can create aliases and accounts under false names, allowing them to covertly engage in bullying behavior. As a result, tracking down bullies can be challenging. Although cyberbullying is on the

rise, there are some things that parents and children can do to help put a stop to such unfortunate instances. * Parents who feel their child is not emotionally ready for the responsibility of a digital device can hold back on purchasing a smartphone or choose one with very limited features. Some schools set strict limits on phone usage at school, and children who go only from school to home and vice versa may not have the need for an “emergency phone” that can open up a window for trouble. * Adolescents and teens should feel comfortable talking with their parents without the fear of reprimand. Otherwise, they may hide instances of cyberbullying or not know how to broach sensitive topics like bullying. Parents can engage in conversation with their children often and stress that the doors of communication are always open. * Teens should be made aware that cyberbullying is a very real occurrence and is not just other kids “having fun” or “joking.” If behavior is repetitive and hurtful, it should be made public and addressed. * Parents can monitor and limit

their children’s personal accounts. Some smartphone and tablet applications can be mirrored on the main account, enabling parents to see incoming text or video messages. * A laptop or desktop computer should be placed in a shared space so that usage can be monitored. Parents can restrict tablet or smartphone usage to public areas. * When online, children should be advised not to share personal information. Social media sites may be used by bullies to gather sensitive information about a person that can be used against them at a later time. Children should be urged to keep passwords secret and to never give information such as birthdays, phone numbers and addresses to people who aren’t close friends. Friend lists should be restricted to only those people students interact with frequently to minimize the chance for bullying or other inappropriate behavior. * Teens who have been bullied can keep evidence of the bullying and may beneﬁt from talking with a counselor. Cyberbullying is a growing concern for educators and parents and has far-reaching implications. Getting smart about this phenomenon can help staunch new cases of online bullying.

Adults should remain diligent in monitoring what kids are doing online. Bullying can take place through digital devices, such as mobile phones.

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Heritage Week: keeping the culture alive BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

Heritage week will take place on Feb 2 – 25 at Nak’albun school in Fort St. James. It will be a week filled with fun, history, the great outdoors and mostly, culture. Sara Sam, the organizer of Heritage Week at the school says that even though this type of thing might be part of the school curriculum, it’s still so important to the school community and not just for students but for staff as well. “I like to share the knowledge of our Carrier language, our culture and our traditions,” Sam said. “It’s also all about the oral history and keeping it alive. In years past, people did not have televisions. They relied on storytelling and having these stories passed down from generation to generation.” The event has been running for over 20 years and Sam says that it keeps getting more and more popular with schools from outside Fort St. James.

“I like to share the knowledge of our Carrier language, our culture and our traditions,” -Sara Sam “David Hoy will be participating in various events this year and we’ve also had schools join us from Prince George, Vanderhoof and Fraser Lake,” Sam said. The week will be full of various activities including: medicine stations, ice fishing, drum making, drumming and storytelling at the campfire and trapping demonstrations. “Activities like this are also important for survival,”

Nak’albun school is gearing up for their annual Heritage Week festivities. Photo by Barbara Latkowski

Sam says. “You never know when a tornado or earthquake will hit. Or if you get lost, would you know what to do? It’s so important that we teach survival skills today.”

Even the medicine displays, according to Sam, will allow the kids to see how medicines are made and what healing affects they can have. The week will conclude with the ever popular winter Olympics which will be

held on Friday Feb. 26. This event will take place outdoors and each teacher from Nak’albun will set up a station for students to attempt and conquer. “We try to make this as fun and special for the kids as we can,” Sam said.

Pope Mountain Arts: all set for first performance BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

The old court house, now known as Pope Mountain Arts has been renovated and the finishing touches are currently being added in hopes of meeting a Feb. 20 deadline. “With this deadline, it’s forced us to get the ball rolling so that this space can finally be used,” Mary Willick, president of the Fort St. James Arts Council said. On Feb. 20th, the Music on the Mountain Festival Society will be presenting the very first performance, a soulful roots acoustic duo, Zonnis. “Preparations have been going quite well,” Willick said. “We held a couple of The old court house in Fort St. James is now known as Pope Mountain Arts. Photo by Barbara Latkowski paint sprees, the floor is being sanded and a few other things need repairing.” the road,” she said. To have a hub for the arts in general, we’re just so happy about But all in all, things seem to be movA grand opening will likely take place in the fall with the it,” Conant said. ing in the right direction for the facility and the Arts Society is odd musical performance being held until then. The Arts Council is grateful for all of the community support thrilled with the new prospects. Lionel Conant from the Music on the Mountain Society is thrilled and donations received including furniture and carpeting. “We are hoping to house a drop in coffee house. The upstairs to partner with the Arts Council in helping make this happen. “It’s amazing. We all stick together, we’re a small town,” has potential for a fibre arts area and a quilting group space. The “There’s an obvious need for this and it’s such a great space. Willick said. facility might even be able to house artists in residence down

Sowchea Fire Hall: new recruit session set to begin BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

In an effort to keep Sowchea Fire Hall in operation, a new intake of recruit applications has been received by the Fort St. James Fire Department. An information meeting was held on Feb. 3 at the satellite location and the turnout was impressive according to members of the department. In total, 6 new applications were re-

ceived and the extra recruit session will begin on Feb. 15. “We’ve got a good number of applications and we are looking forward to the upcoming recruitment,” Fire Chief, Michael Navratil said. Just a few weeks after celebrating their tenth anniversary on New Year’s Eve, members of the Sowchea Fire Hall were faced with some unexpected news. The fire hall’s insurer advised that insurance may be suspended or even re-

fused based on the fire protection area not being able to maintain a roster of 10 members. In response, the extra recruit session was put in place. The department is still, however, running a prescheduled recruit course on April 18. The deadline for these applications is April 4. “The plan for this course is to have another intake of juniors from the high school as well as adults,” Navratil said.

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Vanderhoof celebrating 90 years Fort St. James celebrating 210 years

Fort Fraser Chemist pays supreme sacrifice Taken from the Vanderhoof Herald June 1 1918 There appears to be no limit to the sphere of the German atrocities upon non-combatants, which has set practically the whole civilized world against the Teutonic race. The frightful air bombing on the hospitals at Etaples in France, which took place during Sunday night, May 19th, 1918 and has caused universal indignation on account of its violation to modern methods and principles of warfare, killed and wounded a number of the medical staff, nursing sisters, and patients, including one of the most promising young chemists in the central interior of this province – Marshall Wylder Pineo, of the Fort Fraser Drug Company. The late Mr. Pineo was a well known and popular favorite in the Nechako valley, particularly in the Fort Fraser district, where he lived for several years, and was familiarly known by his numerous friends as ‘Pink’. He was a particularly good business man, and bright and clever salesman, always active and energetic and possessed plenty of ambition and self-assurance. He was one of the men who had great faith in the Nechako valley, and there appeared to be every prospect for a most successful future for him. The news of his death has caused a severe shock to his relatives and many friends who much admired his excellent traits of character. About a year ago he became engaged to Miss. Evelyn Mitchell of Vancouver, a niece of E.A. Mitchell of this town, whom had arranged to marry on his return from France. His bereaved father George E. Pineo, and mother, besides a brother and sister, reside in Calgary, and a married sister in Nova Scotia, also a brother, a doc-

tor, at Hood River in Oregon. Marshall W. Pineo was born in Berwick, Kings county in Nova Scotia on the twenty-seventh of June, 1892. At the age of thirteen he came west and lived in Hood River, Oregon for a number of years, where he was educated. Five yeas ago he entered the employ of Holmes D. Pineo of the Fernwood Pharmacy, Victoria. In the summer of 1914 he caught the fever for the north, and with his companion, E. P. Yarwood travelled to Ashcroft and then along the old government telegraph trail, and finally settled on a pre-emption in the Necoslie river district. The following February he entered the employ of E.A. Mitchell in his drug store at Fort Fraser, where he proved to be a most valuable assistant and salesman. On July 15th, 1916 with his companion and partner Mr. Yarwood he purchased the business known as the Fort Fraser Drug Company, and was doing well up to joining the colours. For some considerable time Pineo has felt a distinct and definite call to take an active part in the great conflict raging in Flanders before he took the step. He became conscious that his services as a druggist would be more valuable to the army during these times than in his own business in Fort Fraser, so in April of last year he enlisted as Sapper M. Pineo (2005910) of the Canadian Medical Corps. He was first stationed at St. Jean, and afterward at Valcartier camp, Quebec and later on in Montreal during the threatened conscription riot. Sapper Pineo was on duty in Halifax at the time of the awful explosion, and was hurt on the head and face. He went overseas last February and after doing service in hospitals in France was killed at Etaples on the nineteenth of this month during an air raid.

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Did you know.... Taken from the Omineca Express 1986 On March 29, 1924, 502 Estonians arrived in Fort St. James led by Sir John Pitka. They settled in Fort St. James under the auspices of the lands department. On May 3, 1924, Sir John Pitka built a log house four miles from Fort St. James on Sowchea Creek. *** During the late 1930’s, part of a Mammoth tusk was found in Pit Number 1 at Germansen Ventures Mine at Germansen Landing. It was in an old river channel which had been buried during the ice age. It had been washed up by the monitors and it is likely that other parts had been washed away. *** The Mandalay Ranch, owned by J.J. Whitacres of Vancouver and run by the George Lopers, was sold on January 4, 1936. It is a showplace ranch on the Stuart River. *** Simon Fraser, 1776 to 1862, was an explorer and founded Fort St. James in 1806. He governed New Caledonia from 1806 to 1809. The Fraser River is named after him. *** The wharf has been maintained at the site at the north east side of Stuart Lake by the Provincial Government since it was built in 1928 at a cost of $6,000. *** Lake scows used to ply the Lake carrying freight to Takla Landing and other settlements along the Stuart, Trembleur and Takla Lakes. At that time there were no roads into these areas. Although there are now roads into most of these areas, barges still carry freight up and down the lakes, in much the same way as they did more than a century and a half ago.

The only difference being today, is that the barges are gasoline or dieseldriven rather than paddle or steam. Taken from the Vanderhoof Herald 1917 After a considerable delay the Chilco School Trustees have been successful in securing a teacher. Miss Lander of Vancouver is expected to arrive here in the near future. *** W and M Hunter, A. Nelson and Harry Clark of Jem, Alberta have been looking for mixed farming land in this district during the week. *** A car of lumber arrived last Sunday for the provincial government from the J.L. Ruttan sawmills at Aleza Lake. *** There have been quite a number of land seekers in the district this week, from the prairie provinces, notwithstanding the lateness of the season. *** The Skeena river is now a raging torrent and can be heard roaring for many miles, the flow of water is three feet higher than the highest level during the past twenty years, and there is no sign of abatement. Already a great deal of damage has been done and the losses sustained by some ranchers has been heavy.

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Basketball Tournament: Grade 8 girls prove they have what it takes

The grade 8 girls basketball team: Kiaya Morrisey, (#13) Nicole Boyde, (#23), Maria Spodniak, (#15) Emma Kossey, (#8) Kila Dean, (#5) Vicky Blackmore, (#7) Jaya Samra, (#16) Emily Geernaert, (#10) and Keeley Tom, (#14) assistant coach, Shelley Leatherdale and head coach, Connie Morrisey. Above left: The grade 8 girls receive some helpful advice from coach, Connie Morrisey. Below left: Grade 8 Falcon, Kiaya Morrisey is ready to take a shot. Photos by Barbara Latkowski

BARBARA LATKOWSKI Caledonia Courier

The grade 8 girls basketball team from Fort St. James High School were out to show their hard work, determination and skill as they battled their way into second place overall. The grade 8 tournament was held on Feb. 12. The Falcons won an aggressive and tense game against

“...I’m really proud of them” - Coach Connie Morrisey

Vanderhoof winning 20 – 18 bringing them into first place. “It’s so exciting. These girls have come so far. I’m really proud of them,” coach Connie Morrisey said. The final against Burns Lake

only proved further that the Falcons were up for the challenge as they battled but lost 23 – 30. Despite the loss, Morrisey couldn’t be more proud of her team. “It was so close, Morrisey said. “But that’s ok. I’m so happy with this team of girls and with how hard they played.” The grade 8 boys also end up with a second place finish losing to Northside in the final.

Honour Roll for Fort St. James Secondary School for Semester 1, Term 2 Grade 8 4.0 Boyde, Nicole McKersie, Austin Morrisey, Kiaya Sabo, Lana 3.50 - 3.99 Forshner, Ryann Geernaert, Emily Kitchen, Ursan Morris, Shavanah Sutherland, Tristen Willick Ross 3.0 - 3.49 Alexis, Logan Davis, Ella Dean, Kila Erickson, Mirraya Gauthier, Jaynee

Gauthier, Ty Grant, Jessie Huang, Ryan Jensen, Cody Kossey, Emma Lantz, Daniel Legebokoff, Nikolai McNeill, Sierra Olin, Daegan Prince, Carter Prince, Kriston Samra, Jaya Spodniak, Maria Grade 9 4.0 Best, Krista Cooper, Kendra Jones, Minna Wilson, Colby

3.50 - 3.99 Bennison, Will Brittain, Mak Gauthier, Isabelle Holdis, McKenzie Hoy, Shahaila Leon, Orrie Saharchuk, Cailen Sampson, Sarah 3.0 - 3.49 Alexander, Bryden Caldwell, Bryan Croucher, Ezra Friest, Austin Goerz, David Hilde, Megan Hunt, Alex Joseph, Austyn Julian, Maiyaz Prince, Elizabeth

Repko, Troy Thomas, Lorraina Webster, Aziza Grade 10 4.0 Gerbrandt, Rachel Sabo, Sarah Seifert, Colin 3.50 - 3.99 Benson, Bonnie Martin, Mara Monk, Justa 3.0 - 3.49 Alec, William Gauthier, Emily Honeywell, Koltyn Marin-Perrino, Quinn Olinek, Hannah Olund, Levanna

Prince, Trey Prince, Jered Schlamp, Sydnee Unruh, Liam Willick, Grace Grade 11 4.0 Amyot, Tess Birdi, Hargina Crook, Daniel Croucher, Oscar Gammon, Elyse Pierre, Nate Roessler, Sammy 3.5 - 3.99 Bennison, Morgon Holden, Katrina Huang, Wayne Repko, Daniel

3.0 - 3.49 Best, Wesley Fry, Cassandra Goerz, Harry Greenaway, Jayden Johnson, Callie Johnson, Nathan Swan, Cassidy Thompson, Sydney Grade 12 4.0 Constantine, Warren Pearson, Mark 3.5 - 3.99 Amyot, Emma Erickson, Raylene Henkes, Katelyn Inden, Hannelise Saharchuk, Joey

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