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March 8, 2012 - Vol. 9 - No. 10

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Sled racers dodge though the obstacle course, just one of the events at Farmington’s Winter Fun Day last Saturday at Matthews Park. See more pictures on Page 15.

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DAWSON CREEK- B.C. teachers return to school after a three day strike starting Monday authorized by the Labour Relations Board on Feb. 28. On Feb. 28th and 29th, the B.C. Teacher’s Federation conducted a province-wide vote, where 87per cent (27,946 teachers) of the 75 per cent voter turnout voted in favour of escalating their Phase 1 “teach only” job action that began last September. “We are truly disappointed by the union’s decision to hold a three-day strike beginning next week. A strike of this nature will significantly disrupt student learning and creates tremendous concern for parents and families,” said Minister of Education George Abbott. A report from Trevor Hughes, assistant deputy Minister of Industrial Relations, was issued to Labour Minister Margaret MacDiarmid on Feb. 23, it found that it’s very unlikely that the BCTF and the BC Public School Employers’ Association would be able to reach a settlement in their bargaining dis-

pute. Abbott then tabled legislation on Feb. 28 that if passed would suspend the teachers’ strike action, appoint a mediator, and implement a Learning Improvement Fund. The BCTF gave notice on March 1st that they would withdraw their services to protest proposed Bill 22. Abbott said in a press conference on the 28 that one of the major things Bill 22 does is address the need for corrective legislation arising from Madame Justice Griffin’s decision last April, which struck down some sections of Bills 27 and 28 that took class size and composition language out of the teacher’s contracts. Abbott plans to introduce the Learning Improvement Fund to address Justice Griffin’s decision. The fund allocates $165 million over three years to school districts to help manage class size and composition issues, $30 million will be allocated to this fiscal year, $60 million to the following fiscal year and $75 million for the following fiscal year after that. Abbott says the Bill allocates an addition $75 million every year thereafter to continue

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Insight into possible health risks from oil and gas industry By Kyla Corpuz

FORT ST. JOHN – Many of the concerns raised during Phase one of the Human Health Risk Assessment have been revealed. On Jan. 3 the provincial government announced the Fraser Basin Council, a non-profit organization that is impartial to the views, was awarded the contract to conduct the first phase, which looked into comments by residents and stakeholders regarding possible health effects by the oil and gas industry in northeastern B.C. The deadline to submit comments closed on Mar. 7. David Marshall, FBC executive director, travelled through the Peace over a course of approximately 10 days speaking with community councils, regional district, individuals, First Nations communities and environmental organization. “There’s lots of interest as you can imagine, everybody is ready and quite willing to provide their input,” said Marshall. A lot of the concerns expressed during his investigation were around air quality, diesel dust, H2S odors, the possibility of longrange transport of air pollutants and not being able to feel it but maybe, over time, the possibility of affecting human health. He also said emergency response plans were of concern and the possibility of increased social issues and distress on current medical services. Most of these issues were an echo of the concerns brought forward by the Peace Environment and Safety Trustee Society—the organization that pushed the assessment. There is also a strong level of uncertainty revolving fracking, despite Premier Christy Clark’s assurance that “British Columbians should be very proud of how safe it is.” Marshall noted he listened to concerns around fracking and the

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amount of water and chemical mixture required to carry out the process. Clark called B.C.’s fracking method transparent because the additives used are disclosed on the website FracFocus.ca. But Andrew Nikiforuk, an award-winning environmental journalist, who writes for the Globe and Mail and The Tyee said revealing chemicals now is a long over-due process. “That’s all after-the-fact, what we needed was a full declaration before the process started,” said Nikiforuk. “Scientist would know what kind of chemicals are being used. At that point they should have said ‘Whoa, whoa you shouldn’t be using that, that might be an air pollutant, a threat to ground water, it might be a chemical that harms cattle or other farm animals in the region,’ we skipped that whole Step One and now we’re trying to play catch up.” He went on to dismiss the notions by Clark that B.C.’s practice is the safest in the world and that “we have nothing to be embarrassed about.” “The major problems, probably the most serious has to do with ground water and ground water contaminations and you can contaminate ground water or service water in a variety of different ways,” said Nikiforuk. Although hailing from Alberta and a landowner himself, Nikiforuk says the HHRA is a “belated process”. “I don’t think the government is very sincere about it, and I don’t think enough money has been put forward for the process,” he said. Brent Shepherd, government communications and public engagement for the Ministry of Health stated otherwise. “The health and safety of British Columbians is our priority, and it is important that we address the health concerns surrounding oil and gas development activities,” wrote Shepherd in an email. “The province decided to move forward with a public health risk study because of the concerns expressed by the public regarding potential health risks related to oil and gas industry activities.“ During Marshall’s tour of the Peace, he said he heard more feedback from communities close to where oil and gas development has been “fairly intensive”. “A few people in Pouce Coupe talked about the 2009 sour gas incident, Chetwynd talked about the pipeline burst in 2001 in Pine River. So it all depended on where I was.” It was the gas leak in 2009 that initially sparked the request for an assessment, according to Farmington resident Brian Derfler and founder of PESTS. “There was a gas leak in Pouce Coupe on Nov. 22, 2009 and that started our organization into looking into a public inquiry.” Derfler noted they had support from First Nations, Peace River Regional District and Northern Health Authority. The response from the government following the inquiry was not satisfactory for PESTS and that led the group to take additional steps to advance their query.

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“Of course the government basically said they had taken care of the issues, but we felt they didn’t adequately address them at all,” said Derfler. New regulations were set in place, but Derfler said their main concern regarding emergency response plans and procedures was not addressed. In 2011 the Ministry of Natural Resource Operations, which oversees the Oil and Gas Commission gave comment to the Northeast News, which stated that new regulations under Oil and Gas Activities Act were introduced in 2010 to protect public health and the environment, including requiring the installation of automated systems to isolate a well, continuously monitored hydrogen sulphide detection and alarm systems and other equipment. Despite these efforts, on Dec. 13, 2010 under Section 86 of the Public Health Act, PESTS requested an investigation where the current regulations of oil and gas development adequately protect public health. Just over a year later, the HHRA was launched. Derfler believes the government started to act on their request after PESTS recieved publicity the following summer. “It wasn’t until we were involved with the CBC report they did on the oil and gas development … that was kind of the turning point because the government was like, ‘The people up there don’t feel safe,’ so this is why they finally came around.” But according to Shepherd the government immediately began work to determine the scope and design that would best inform human health risk following a meeting between the Premier and Minister of Health. “There has been a broad range of health concerns raised regarding oil and gas development around the world,” said Shepherd. “At a meeting in Fort St. John in 2011, Premier Christy Clark and Health Minister Michael de Jong committed to an investigation.” PESTS worked with the Environmental Law Clinic at the University of Victoria to put together a 35-page report that was submitted to the FBC. PESTS had its own submission as well. “Our ultimate goal is to increase set backs, see if we can make emergency response plans work,” said Derfler. Derfler believes there needs to be a far greater distance between residents and oil and gas development, as well as proper air quality detection equipment for homes. “We feel that would make things a lot safer and give more time. Gas doesn’t take very long to travel 100 meters, that’s basically the set back to rural residents. “We should have some sort of detection equipment at homes, so you can determine for yourself, based on science if it’s safe outside or if it’s not safe outside.” Derfler said it’s not easy to stand up against a resource industry that continues to play a large role in the province’s economy. “The oil and gas industry has all these economical benefits, all we can do is chip away from it, so it’s hard. “We aren’t against the industry, we want to make sure they are using the best regulations.” Derfler is a grain producer and automotive mechanic; he describes himself as a “concerned resident”. PESTS has approximately 80 members. Phases One is to be completed by Mar. 31.

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Teachers protested last Monday at the Dawson Creek Mall, the NAR Park, and the MLA’s office to show their position against legislating teacher’s contracts.

Teacher’s strike Continued from Front.

Though the fund aims to help class size and composition issues, the Bill does not restore the collective agreement provisions in place prior to 2002, when the class size and composition language was taken out of teacher’s contracts. The BCTF now has the right again to bargain on class size related matters but those rights are not effective until the next round of bargaining, beginning in Spring 2013. Bill 22 would also impose a “cooling off” period, which would suspend all strike and lockout activities until the end of August. A mediator would be brought in to facilitate negotiations between the BCTF and the BCPSEA, while still working with the Ministry’s net-zero mandate. The mediator will help find agreements on issues such as: manner and consequence of class size and composition, local-provincial split of bargaining issues, feedback and evaluation of teachers to promote improvements, alignment of professional development, and the selection of teachers suited to student needs. Though the mediator can only work within the Ministry’s net-zero mandate, Abbott hopes that the mediator can help parties agree on compensation improvements by looking for trade-offs within the contract. “Bill 22 introduced today engages, or will engage after passage of the bill, a mediator will look at a number of important issues, among those would be improvements to wages or benefits by looking for tradeoffs within the contract that is within the net-zero mandate. So it’s another opportunity for the parties to potentially explore that issue under the guidance of a mediator,” Abbott said. “First and foremost hopefully some extensive experience in education, secondly some skills that would help lead us to a mediated settlement in this dispute, and thirdly being able to walk on water would certainly be a welcomed attribute though not necessarily a requirement,” Abbott joked about the potential skills required for the mediator position. Though the teacher’s union has been asking for mediation, they are not pleased with the announcement of Bill 22. “It’s not true mediation because the Minister of Education actually is the one who will chose the mediator, it’s not a joint independent decision,” said president of the Peace River South Teachers Association, Lorrain MacKay. “We do want mediation, but what we want is an independent mediator who comes in, recognizes that the government has one

position, the union has another position and try to find some acceptable middle ground and that is the role of the mediator, and in this case the mediator has been told that the position that he needs to have is in line with the employer,” MacKay said. During the “cooling off” period, the existing collective agreement will remain in effect. The mediation period will last until Jun. 30 and if no agreement is reached by then, the mediator will issue a report giving non-binding recommendations. As of the Labour Relation Board’s order, temporarily teachers may withdraw from instructional duties for one out of every five instructional days in each calendar week, after the initial expanded job action ends, and must give two school days notice when doing so. During any job action teachers are not permitted to picket or block access to schools. The conditions of the order will be reviewed weekly starting on Mar. 12, and may be varied or amended. “Teachers take this step very reluctantly,” BCTF president Susan Lambert said in a press release about the strike. “We articulated our objectives as clearly and respectfully as we could, but unfortunately we were pleading to deaf ears...The bill tabled on Tuesday was a sign of the appalling disrespect for the profession of teaching, for students, and for public education in B.C.” she said, responding to the tabled legislation. “I think it’s just appallingly short sighted, I’m hugely disappointed and I hope they reconsider their position because I am reaching the conclusions I am based on my concern that some vulnerable kids in the province are not getting the education they need,” Abbott said. Abbott is expecting extensive debate on the topic and it’s unclear when or if the Bill will be passed.

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Month of March celebrates social workers in community By Kyla Corpuz

FORT ST. JOHN – Some social workers feel their efforts in the community aren’t always recognized by society. This is the fourth year the city has recognized March as Community Social Services Awareness Month. “We represent a part of our community services that provides care for our most vulnerable people in B.C. which is Community Living,” said Pat Taylor, a member of the Association for Community Living, during city council on Feb. 27. “Unfortunately we are the lowest paid sector in the community service. “As a person working with seniors in the care home, which is a very valuable career, don’t get me wrong on that, but they have a starting wage of $24 an hour. Someone who works for person with disabilities, we start at $15.” She added that despite the passion social workers have their job, it doesn’t convey a good message to send to the public on the value it has on the province’s most valuable persons.

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“Hopefully everyone will be able to recognize the value of the work we do before experiencing need for the support and care we give,” said Taylor. “It’s time society recognizes the value of the work these people do through welcoming people with disabilities into groups, clubs, employment and all aspects of activities that we take for granted on a daily basis.” She said support for workers would come from assistance in collective bargaining, to ensure a wage that will reflect the work social workers with ACL provide. Though Taylor may find social workers to be underpaid and hopes their efforts are recognized, councillor Byron Stewart showed his gratitude. Kyla Corpuz photo “I want to acknowledge … City council proclaimed March 2012 as Community Social Services Awarenss Month that both Pat and Roy have on Feb. 27. put a lot of work into the field, and their efforts are not always people typically think of child social workers as being social as obvious as other positions within the community,” said Stewart. “It’s not the easiest of worker, but it’s such a vast profession to it than just that,” said positions and recognition isn’t always forth coming, but I know Davies. “It’s about working with people of all ages in society well the jobs that you guys do.” He noted that he has experience with disabilities and collaborating with people in others in the professions.” in their line of work. Davies said there are challenges that come with her job, esErin Davies, though on maternity leave, has worked two jobs as a social worker. She was an outreach coordinator for pecially dealing with children who have witnessed abuse, but community development and before having her second child said she does it because she feels she is “actually doing someshe was working as a clinical counsellor in the Children Who thing that makes life better for everybody.” She noted the challenges with being a social worker, who Witnessed Abuse program at deals with hearing about abuse, is knowing how “rotten” huNorth Peace Community Remans can be. “It’s hurtful to me, and the kids that I see.” Davies sources. She can also relate to Tay- said through her position she has learned how to compartmenlor’s comments that the role talize her thoughts as to keep it from clouding up her brain. “Social service workers and agencies help safely build of social workers isn’t recognized. “Unless you know healthy, safe communities for all of us,” said Pat Taylor, a a social work personally member of the Association for Community Living.

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A delegation of women from the South Peace Community Resource Society received a proclamation from Mayor Mike Bernier proclaiming Mar. 8 as International Women’s Day in Dawson Creek. The delegation gave all women a rose.

Alaska Highway on the road to historic By Jill Earl

DAWSON CREEK- Alaska Highway Community Society representative Bud Powell and April Moi, Community Development, Northern British Columbia Tourism Association gave an update to council last Monday on their efforts to have the Alaska Highway designated as a National Historic Site. The three-year research project started last September when the Peace River Regional District Jill Earl photo gave the Alaska Highway Community Society funding to start their initiative. Currently the Dan Pope presented Northern Lights College president Laurie Rancourt and Aboriginal coordisociety is working on gathering information from the community about the highway. nator Theresa Gladue with a Métis Sash to be displayed in the Aboriginal Gathering Space at the “The stage that we’re at right now is conducting the research to identify the assets, the playDawson Creek campus. The “Order of the Sash” ceremony was held to recognize the important ers, we do know the parameters of what’s required through the Historic Sites and Monuments work done by Rancourt and Gladue during a Soup and Bannock luncheon last Friday, Mar. 2. Board, but what we need is to undertake due diligence to ensure that the particular barriers and Traditionally in Métis culture the sash was used as a key holder, first aid kit, washcloth, towel, the support for the project in general are identified,” Moi said. and an emergency bridle or saddle blanket. Part of their research is collecting stories from First Nations and the community, to identify the cultural Frid practices Feb 24, 2012 associated with the landscape. CCS Public Notice Ad “We’ve undertaken onsite inspection andPROJECT: identifying the fact TAGLINE: Public Notice that it’s the cultural landscapes that will truly set the ideas PUBLICATION: Northeast Newsand practices,” Moi said. “And take a look at those ideas DEADLINE: Monand Feb 27practicPUBLISH: es that are embedded in the place and then learning once we’ve SIZE:going. 6.78”x 9”tallWe’re decollected the information to see where we’re COLOUR: BW veloping a road map for the project.” DOCKET: At the end of their three-year project, the society will submit a report to Parks Canada. Parks Canada will then conduct furtherthat Please email or fax confirmation the ad(s) on publicationSites date(s). research, that’s presented to Parks Canada and theranHistoric and Monuments Board. This process can take up to a year to complete. The research will then go the office of the Ministry of the Environment for further consideration and will determine if the research supports the criteria to be designated as a National Historical Site, this process can take another year. “The long range goal is to achieve commemoration of the Alaska Highway’s National Historic Site by 2017, which is the 75th anniversary of the Alaska Highway and the 150th birthday of Canada. This is a very long process but we feel that we need to start now because it is a lengthy process and there are so many communities onboard. The decisions and the information, and CCS Corporation has applied for a 30-year lease Crown Tenure (File # 8015486) the will, needs to come from community, because it’s a commuand is acting on behalf of the Crown to post this public notice. nity story, it’s not a top down driven project,” Moi said. “If we lose the Alaska Highway, all we have is a road to Alaska,” said Powell about the importance for the project.

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March 8, 2012

BC’s 2012 budget fails

Opinion Editorial Charles Lammam and Niels Veldhuis With economic uncertainty as the backdrop, it was critical for the BC government to put forth a prudent budget. Finance minister Kevin Falcon acknowledged as much by reassuring British Columbians that the budget was “built on fiscal discipline” and lays a “firm foundation for the future.” Falcon even warned of the perils of additional government taxes, spending, and borrowing in the current economic environment, calling such measures “potentially catastrophic.” We couldn’t agree more. Unfortunately, however, instead of acting on the minister’s rhetoric, BC’s 2012 budget increases government spending, hikes taxes on British Columbians, and significantly ramps up government debt—exactly what the finance minister says the government should not do. After four consecutive years of budget deficits totaling $5.6 billion, BC’s Liberal government is finally planning to return to a surplus position in 2013/14. But that’s where the good news ends. To balance the books, the government is relying on a host of new tax increases including a reduction to the amount of income British Columbians can earn tax free, increased MSP premiums, reneging on an earlier promise to eliminate the small business tax rate, higher tobacco taxes, and a “provisional” one percentage point increase to the general corporate income tax rate in 2014/15. The potential of higher business taxes will prove especially damaging to BC’s economy. First, they will create policy uncertainty during already uncertain economic times. And they will degrade BC’s investment climate when improvements are desperately needed to counteract the blow from restoring the PST next year. The tax increases in the budget are partly to help pay for several new boutique tax credits targeted at particular individuals and businesses. These tax credits, which are basically new spending measures, will keep other tax rates higher than they otherwise would be to compensate for the lost revenue. Rather than further distort the tax system and provide disproportionate goodies to some groups, a more effective approach would have reduced tax rates more broadly to the benefit all British Columbians. The government could have balanced the budget (even sooner) without increasing taxes had the Liberals restrained the growth of government spending more aggressively than the 1.8 per cent annual growth planned for the next three years. While some might balk at the idea of further restraint, the key for success is to couple spending restraint with program reform. Consider health care, the government’s largest expense which has consumed ever more government resources. In just a decade, health care has grown from 37 per cent of government program spending in 2001/02 to 43 per cent today. The trend of skyrocketing health care costs will continue as the population ages and demands for services grow (health care spending will reach 45 per cent by 2014/15). By reforming how the health care system operates, the government could have further restrained or even reduced spending while

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improving the quality of services; for examples of such reform we need only look to policies that are common in universal health care systems around the world. But rather than engage in meaningful program reform, the government chose to simply increase health care spending, albeit at a reduced rate and despite previous increases that have done little to improve quality. The lack of significant health care reform was indeed a lost opportunity to effectively control long-term spending growth. The most troubling aspect of the budget, however, is the alarming increase in government debt. Mainly as a result of increased capital expenditures, the BC government’s debt will expand by $15 billion (or 30 per cent) to $66 billion over the next three years. As a percentage of the province’s economy (GDP), the provincial debt will increase from a low of 18 per cent in 2007/08 to 28 per cent by

2014/15—approximately the same debt level the Liberals inherited from the previous NDP government back in 2001. Because of this dramatic increase in debt, a larger portion of provincial revenues will be devoted to interest payments instead of funding important public programs or improving the competitiveness of BC’s tax regime. Not to mention the added debt will be a drag BC’s economy and an unfair burden on the next generation of BC families who will be responsible for repayment. With increased spending, higher taxes, and expanding debt, Minister Falcon has failed to provide a budget that lays a “firm foundation for the future.” More controlled spending through program reform, tax relief, and reduced government debt, are policies that would truly build for BC’s future. Charles Lammam and Niels Veldhuis are economists with the Fraser Institute

Pages from the Beaton Journals: March 1912 Fri 1st Self in office. Samson out after horses and brought them in. Continues fine weather but cold towards evening. Sat 2nd Self making a frame for the Bobsled and preparing to start to Dunvegan. Samson at woodpile. Continues fine clear weather. Sun 3rd A fine clear day. Self preparing to start for Dunvegan. Mon 4th Self & Samson left today at noon for Dunvegan with a team of horses. 12th to 19th – No entries. Wed 20th Arrived from Dunvegan this evening after a Hard trip. Found everything all OK here. Taylor has been here for the first 5 days. Thurs 21st Self busy in store and at odd jobs. I bought

Gregory & Miller’s furs. Taylor & Samson preparing to start for the Hope. Fri 22nd Taylor & Samson started to H. Hope this morning. Self in office. Continues fine weather. Sat 23rd Self in office all day. Joseph & the Wolf arrived. Joseph brought up his furs and paid his debts. Continues fine weather. Sun 24th Self in office. Kenny at odd jobs. Samson arrived from H. Hope. Tues 26th Self as yesterday. 2 White Men arrived from below with a team of horses on their way to H. Hope. Mr. Jamieson arrived from Edmonton with a team of horses accompanied by 5 men. 3 Indians arrived from the South Side.

Wed 27th Self in store with Indians. Mr. Brenot, land Surveyor & party with 6 horses arrived from below. Also 5 teams with freight for Mr. Brenot. Continues fine weather. Thurs 28th Samson started this morning to Hudson’s Hope with dogs. Started to snow this morning and continued all day. Self in store. The freighters left this morning for Dunvegan. Lakota arrived from the North and reports furs plentiful. Fri 29th All the White Men left for H. Hope where they are going to take up land. Sat 30th Self at odd jobs. A fine warm day. Blowing a strong Chinook Wind. Modeste and 2 other Indians arrived. Mr. Brenot left this morning to start Surveying.

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We Need Responsible Government Dokie wind farm completed Dear Editor B.C. has problems; some of them are an artificial labour shortage, education and training facility shortage, affordable housing shortage, B.C. budget shortage, emission reduction shortage, rediculously low gas prices and a total lack of sustainability. All of these B.C. problems and many more, too numerous to mention here, could be very easily and quickly solved by using simple common sense.All of our problems have been caused by deregulation and irresponsible governments that allow our nation to be raped and plundered at will by foreign and/or multinational companies and corporations. We need to do whatever is necessary to regulate and control resource extraction limits, export quantities etc. We must create sustainability and long term prosperity by slowing the current insane pace of resource extraction. We do not need more than one LNG export port or more LNG plants. Christy Clark should not be blindly jumping onto the LNG band wagon in a desperate attempt to save her governments reputation from their self-imposed “tough economic times”. LNG is a brown fuel. It is NOT a green fuel. LNG is not the silver bullet for global emissions reductions. Reducing fossil fuel production and use is. There are many critical environmental and economic issues associ-

ated with LNG production that need discussion and resolution before increased production is committed to. Above all, we do not need the Northern Gateway pipelines. This project is horribly polluting and destructive and will do no long term or even short term good for Canada. These projects are designed for the benefit of corporations NOT for the benefit of Canadians. Corporations must be taxed. The current situation allows them to enrich themselves, pollute our environment and deplete our resources while paying nothing for the use of these resources. There should not be one sniff of gas or one drop of oil used or exported that has not had royalties paid on it and royalty rates should be increased. Our resources are very valuable. We should not be giving them away. The current “trickle down” economic policies focus on the enrichment and growth of corporations rather than on the enrichment and growth of Canada and they are not beneficial for us. This is totally backwards,is morally and fiscally irresponsible and must be changed. These measures would fix all of the above problems. To sum it all up,Canada desperately needs patriotic, responsible government, federally and provincially. Fixing that problem would take care of most of the other problems. Thank you. Ed Pitt Dawson Creek,B.C.

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Dear Editor, For most people in B.C., Thursday, February 16, 2012 was just another day. But in the annals of B.C.’s energy sector it was an historic day marked by the official completion of the Dokie wind farm project near Chetwynd. The Dokie wind farm is now B.C.’s largest wind farm, supplying enough cost-effective renewable green energy annually to power nearly 30,000 average B.C. households. If that same amount of energy had been generated by burning coal it would have resulted in close to 300,000 metric tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions. In terms of cost-effectiveness and well-proven technology, wind energy ranks right alongside run-of-river energy as one of the most cost-effective renewable energy sources available with one of the smallest environmental footprints of any

form of energy generation. Moreover, wind energy and run-of-river energy complement each other perfectly because wind energy peaks in the stormy winter months when hydro resources are typically at their low point. And neither energy technology harms salmon as traditional hydro dams have in the past. If it was not for B.C.’s incredibly abundant hydro resources, we would probably have tapped B.C.’s equally abundant wind energy and other renewable green energy resources much sooner than now. The fact that we are now doing so, and diversifying B.C.’s renewable energy portfolio, deserves not only acknowledgement but a hearty two thumbs up. David Field, Co-spokesperson, B.C. Citizens for Green Energy, Burnaby, B.C.

Dear Editor, I have some comments and concerns on your article that the helipad has been deleted from the Regional Hospital project: 1. There are good reasons why the helipad was included in the original specifications, approved for the funding, tendered, bid upon, planned for in the strength of the structure, and why the work crews were hired. 2. Normally when part of a project is deleted it is because of flaws in the original design or some one adds something they had not properly considered earlier. This was not well explained. 3. This decision is likely to result in the earlier need to add equipment and staff at the present ambulance hall. 4. Ambulances to the airport must twice deal with the rail crossing, the silly traffic circle complete with large trucks, the poorly designed speed

curve, electric slide gates only one of which is on back-up power, and snow removal issues. 5. In times of inclement weather conditions and heavy air traffic, we are normally restricted to one aircraft at a time within the increasingly polluted 5 mile control zone. Was this properly considered? I am left believing that this decision was taken without proper endorsment from the real combatants, which quite properly should have included the paramedics, the pilots, and the air traffic control. As a result I am also left believing that this decision is likely to cost a life in an increasingly busy part of BC. G.N. Thompson Ft. St. John, BC Editor’s Note: Letter is in reference to an article in another media outlet but was sent to us for print as well.

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, r e d d Mu h g u To world’s toughest obstacle course

Local special Olympian places in snowshoeing competition

7 locals take on

Sheryl Jakubowski was in St. Albert for the 2012 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games. She took home two wins. She placed third racing in the F1 Division for the 1600 meter race and while competing in the F2 Division for the 800 meter race, Jakubowski swiped first place.

Tough Mudder photo

Tough Mudder participants get down and dirty for the Kiss of Mud obstacle.

Submitted photo

Sheryl Jakubowski with her coach Joanne Jorman before heading to the Games.

By Kyla Corpuz

FORT NELSON - To sum it up, it’s hardcore. The Tough Mudder is an obstacle challenge that aims to tests every physical aspect of the human body.

“Tough Mudder events are hardcore 10-12 mile obstacle courses designed by British Special Forces to test your all around strength, stamina, mental grit, and camaraderie,” states the Tough Mudder website.

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Building a brighter future in a stronger BC. These are challenging times in the global economy. But with BC’s enviable record of strong fiscal management, we can continue to make investments that matter to British Columbians while maintaining low taxes and controlled spending. This is exactly what Budget 2012 delivers. • I ncreased funding for health care, with $1.5 billion in additional funding by 2014/15 • $4.7 billion a year in block funding for school districts, plus a 3-year $165 million Learning Improvement Fund to support teachers aiding students with special needs • A lmost $3 billion in new capital spending in hospitals, schools, post-secondary institutions, roads, and other infrastructure

Budget 2012 also supports families and individuals. • F amilies will be able to claim up to $500 – per child, per credit, per year – for any eligible sports or arts program • U p to $1,000 a year in tax credits for seniors or family members sharing a home, to help cover the cost of renovations that allow seniors to stay independent longer • A new First-Time New Home Buyer’s Bonus, making first-time buyers who purchase newly built homes eligible for a personal income tax credit of up to $10,000 • E ffective April 1, 2012, the current HST rebate threshold for new home purchases increases to $850,000. Purchasers will be eligible for a provincial HST rebate of up to $42,500 Budget 2012 keeps BC’s economy strong in the midst of uncertainty in the global economy.

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By Michele Mobley ~ Literacy Outreach Coordinator While spring has teased us in the Peace Country, winter is still alive and well. While we are counting down the weeks until we can spend more time outdoors, why not have some fun indoors? Small children love songs and rhymes. Using the tune of a familiar song, such as Twinkle Twinkle, and encourage your child sing a song about their favourite toys

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WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. Dealer order or transfer may be required as inventory may vary by dealer. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. *Purchase a new 2012 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4X4 5.0L/2011 Ranger Super Cab Sport 4X2/2012 F-250 XLT Super Cab 4X4 Western Edition with power seats for $29,499/$14,999/$40,999 after Total Manufacturer Rebate of $8,000/$5,500/$5,500 and customer cash of $750 deducted. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted but before customer cash has been deducted. Offers include a Manufacturer Rebate of $8,000/$5,500/$5,500, customer cash of $750, freight and air tax of $1,600/$1,500/$1,600 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. **Choose 4.99%/5.99%/5.99% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase financing on a new 2012 F-150 XLT Super Cab 4X4 5.0L/2011 Ranger Super Cab Sport 4X2/2012 F-250 XLT Super Cab 4X4 Western Edition with power seats for a maximum of 72 months to qualified retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Purchase financing monthly payment is $423/$215/$604 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $195/$99/$279 with a down payment of $3,200/$2,000/$4,550 or equivalent trade-in. Cost of borrowing is $4,187.36/$2,507.61/$7,031.31 or APR of 4.99%/5.99%/5.99% and total to be repaid is $30,486.36/$15,506.61/$43,480.31. Offers include a Manufacturer Rebate of $8,000/$5,500/$5,500, customer cash of $750 and freight and air tax of $1,600/$1,500/$1,600, but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after Manufacturer Rebate deducted but before customer cash has been deducted. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract with a first payment date one month from the contract date and to ensure that the total monthly payment occurs by the payment due date. Bi-weekly payments can be made by making payments equivalent to the sum of 12 monthly payments divided by 26 bi-weekly periods every two weeks commencing on the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. † From Feb. 1, 2012 to Apr. 2, 2012, receive $250/$500/$750/ $1,000/$1,500/ $1,750/ $2,000/$3,000/$3,250/ $3,500/ $4,000/ $4,500/$5,000/ $5,500/$6,000/ $6,500/$7,000/ $7,500/$8,000 in Manufacturer Rebates with the purchase or lease of a new 2012 Focus (excluding S)/2012 Flex SE, E-Series/2012 Explorer (excluding Base)/2012 Taurus SE, Escape I4 Manual, Transit Connect (excluding Electric)/2011 Fiesta S, Ranger Super Cab XL and Regular Cab/2012 Mustang Value Leader/ 2012 [Fusion S, F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs], 2011 [Taurus SE, F-150 Regular Cab XL 4x2 Value Leader] /2012 [Flex (excluding SE)], 2011 [Fusion S]/ 2011 Fiesta (excluding S)/2012 Mustang V6 (excluding Value Leader)/ 2012 [Taurus (excluding SE), Edge (excluding SE), Expedition], 2011 [F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cabs]/ 2012 Mustang GT/ 2012 [Fusion (excluding S), Escape and Hybrid (excluding I4 Manual)], 2011 [Taurus (excluding SE)]/2012 [Escape V6, F-250 to F-450 gas engine (excluding Chassis Cabs)], 2011 [Fusion (Excluding S), Ranger Super Cab (excluding XL)]/2011 Expedition/2012 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2) non-5.0L/ 2012 F-150 Regular Cab (excluding XL 4x2) 5.0L /2012 [F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew non-5.0L, F-250 to F-450 diesel engine (excluding Chassis Cabs)], 2011 [F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew non-5.0L and 3.7L engines]/2012 [F-150 Super Cab and Super Crew 5.0L], 2011 [F-250 to F-450 Gas engine (excluding Chassis Cabs) - all Raptor, GT500, BOSS302, and Medium Truck models excluded. This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ††Offer valid from February 1, 2012 to April 15, 2012 (the “Program Period”). Receive CAD$1,000 towards select Ford Custom truck accessories, excluding factory-installed accessories/options (“Accessories”), with the purchase or lease of a new 2011/2012 Ford F-150 (excluding Raptor), Ranger or Super Duty delivered or factory ordered during the Program Period (the “Offer”). Offer is subject to vehicle and Accessory availability. Offer is not redeemable for cash and can only be applied towards eligible Accessories. Any unused portions of the Offer are forfeited. Total Accessories may exceed CAD$1,000. Only one (1) Offer may be applied toward the purchase or lease of an eligible vehicle. Customer’s choosing to forego the Offer will qualify for $750 in customer cash to be applied to the purchase, finance or lease price of an Eligible Vehicle (taxes payable before customer cash is deducted). This Offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. This Offer is not combinable with CPA, GPC, Daily Rental Allowances, the Commercial Upfit Program, or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Limited time offer. Offer may be cancelled at any time without notice. Some conditions apply. Offer available to residents of Canada only. See Dealer for details. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for models shown: 2012 F-150 4X4 5.0L V8: [15.0L/100km (19MPG) City, 10.5L/100km (27MPG) Hwy]/2011 Ranger 4X2 4.0L V6 5-speed Manual transmission: [13.5L/100km (21MPG) City, 9.8L/100km (29MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, and driving habits. ‡‡Some mobile phones and some digital media players may not be fully compatible – check www.syncmyride.com for a listing of mobile phones, media players, and features supported. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford recommends that drivers use caution when using mobile phones, even with voice commands. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, not essential to driving when it is safe to do so. SYNC is optional on most new Ford vehicles. †††© 2012 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2012 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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Dawson Creek Literacy Now: Indoor Fun For Little Ones rhyming words as they can. Just a few minutes a day can go a long way in bonding with children and engaging their minds and imaginations for a lifetime! Michele Mobley is a Literacy Outreach Coordinator for Dawson Creek. She can be reached at literacy.dc@gmail. com or join their Facebook group “Dawson Creek Literacy Now”.

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FORT ST. JOHN – The Popsicle stick bridge contest is back to test the engineer skills of students across the Peace. The Peace River Branch of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists will be at North Peace Secondary School on Mar. 10 to judge which bridge is the most stable by testing its strength. They will also be on the lookout for the most creative structure. “The event itself is intended to teach kids strength of materials and geometrics shape and what makes a strong structure,” said Allan Zackodnik, event coordinator and member for the PRBPEG. All grades are welcomed to participate but prizes are only given out to students from Grade 3 to 12. Certificates are awarded to Kindergarten to Grade 2 students. To construct a successful bridge students will have to determine a design that will withstand pressure. “What we’re trying to teach is basic structures and the value of bracing and building in triangles,” said Zackodnik. “The strength of an equilateral triangle is a very stable shape.” He added that Popsicle sticks are stronger when it’s placed vertical opposed to being horizontal. Getting students to think about how they are going to construct the bridge builds their curiosity said Zackodnik, and that translates into problem solving, a critical skill to be an engineer. The challenge is also an opportunity to get students interested about their future career choices. Engineers in all different sectors, from civil, mechanical, computer and bio seem to be sought out in Fort St. John. University of Northern British Columbia recently announced the approval of a civil engineer program because they found it necessary to educate people of that trade, in the north, where the workers are needed. “Here they employ a lot of chemical engineers because of the petroleum industry,” said Zackodnik. “The popsicle sticks gives us a chance to talk about the careers in the high-tech industry and what they should be studying … mainly math, physics, English and chemistry.” “We are trying to motivate the kids to stay in school and get the best education they can and that there are careers and opportunities [in Fort St. John] that they can come back to,” he added. It’s understood that not every child has the interest to become an engineer or geoscientist, but the project is meant to be enjoyable, nonetheless. “It’s just fun,” said Zackodnik. “It’s just something to do on a cold, wintery day.” Students can build the bridges with partners or by themselves, but each bridge is to span 50 cm and be built from 100 sticks. The supplies are provided by PRBPEG. This year Duncan Cran is hosting their own competition within the school because there was a significant amount of participants. Students from other schools will be judged at NPSS in the gym. PRBPEG is a non-profit organization that promotes to students and the public awareness of engineers and geoscientists at work in the Peace. They have already visited Fort Nelson and will be in Tumbler Ridge on Mar. 30.

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Tryon Land Surveying Ltd. Tryon Engineering Inc.

Local farmers will continue to find support in Farmers’ Advocacy Office By Jill Earl

DAWSON CREEK- Farmers’ in the Peace region can continue to rely on the support of the Farmers’ Advocacy Office, as the regional district agreed to extend Aspen Grove Property Service’s contract for an additional 12 months. The decision to extend the contract, and match $80,000 of funding from the Ministry of Energy and Mines came after recommendations to do so by the Farmers’ Advocacy Management Committee, and was voted on by the board at their last meeting on Feb. 23. The total cost of the service for the year extension is approximately $140,000. As part of the recommendations, an independent evaluation of the Advocacy Office must be conducted and presented by fall this year. The evaluation will ensure the Office is successfully serving the interests of local farmers. “We can look at the pilot project and see what was working, what wasn’t, what would a Farmers’ Advocacy Office look like in the future? So the provincial government and the regional district have agreed to continue to partner and the province has contributed $80,000 and the District has agreed to match,” said Fred Banham, chief administrative officer. The Farmers’ Advocacy Office was initiated in September 2010 when the District entered in a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Energy and Mines and the Ministry of Agriculture. The Office was an 18-month pilot project starting in October 2010 and was scheduled to end at the beginning of this month. “I am very happy that our government recognizes the important contribution this office makes to the landowners of the Peace region. The Farmers’ Advocacy Office is something the region had asked for and I am proud to have been able to establish this office while I served as Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. I am confident that the Office will continue to provide the high quality of service it has become known for,” said Blair Lekstrom, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure and Peace River South MLA, in the press release. The Advocacy Office provides landowners with support and information about compensation and mitigation discussions related to proposed oil and gas activities on their private land. They lead negotiations and help to resolve any issues between landowners and industry. “When the crown starts selling those oil and gas rates underneath private land, people tend to believe they have rights and obligations, and you know what, they do, to a certain extent. They can’t prevent oil and gas activity from extracting resources from below their titled land, but they are owed some respect,” Banham said. Eleiﬂ, varpe lleius to pelle “This Farmers’ Advocacy Office is set up to explain to them, and give them $ an opportunity tesque, iaculisl, ulis hasug hasu gaend elit. Maur is look at what their rights are as well to demonstrate and show what reasonable past practices have arcu velit, iamlisvel, varius pell entup esque, iac ulis been as far as cost settlements for putting a pipeline across your land or setting % a Lorim well ha site across sugsau ihsia hsis arcu the land …and there’s so much secrecy in the past…really negotiations were taking place at the coffee shop without factual information and the Farmers’ Advocacy Office has taken it out of the coffee shop and put it into a place that is providing credible and documented information as opposed to hearsay,” he said.

TRYON ENGINEERING INC. We are pleased to welcome Lead Engineer Mr. David Gao, P.Eng. to Tryon Engineering Inc. Mr. Gao brings 28 years of civil and structural engineering experience as head design engineer for various large and small scale engineering projects. Tryon Engineering provides land developers and industry clients in Western Canada with consulting professional engineering services. We specialize in the design and execution of municipal and infrastructure development, as well as serving the civil construction of private and public industry. Please contact us or have a look at our website for more information: www.tryongroup.ca

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ng for a quieter life style, REDUCED r you! Located just outside Edwina Nearhood, AACI, P. App is When it comes to buying and selling, perience as a customs brokerage clerk, an Accredited Appraiser Canadian realtor4Terri Paulovich ismoduon your side. medic and an operations manager of an like new bdrm Institute (AACI). Edwina is a graduoilfield ambulance company. The process of owning your first home, Ifacres. you are looking for a quieter life style, over 8 Huge deck, ate of the University of British CoTerri always had ajust passionoutside to serve othselling it to move on tofor biggeryou! en- operated. Each officeorindependently owned and acreage is Located lumbia where she earned a Diploma autifullythis landscaped deavours can be daunting, yard, but having ers and connect with people. She found in Urban Land Economics. Edwina Wonowon, 2007 like new 4 didn’t bdrm modubookkeeping quite fulfill those an experienced realtor will put you at well water, bus route to FSJ has been a contract appraiser in the lar home on just over 8 acres. Huge deck, ease—and that’s what Terri aims to do. needs and that’s when she found her Fort St. John and Peace River region all Terricircular to view today! Body Fitness isattending alandscaped fun,a seminar inviting, drive, beautifully yard, on becoming She came into the realBar estate business self for over 20 years. She has a wide ara realtor. bus in 2009 MLS#N202490 with RE/MAX Actionwell Realty ray of experience and knowledge for partially fenced, to FSJ fitness studio forwater, people of route all levels

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residential, industrial, commercial and investment properties (IC&I) in the north. She looks forward to supporting the community with her sonal service by offering assistance and she plans to continue this career for classes. Ground yourself in a yoga class, knowledge to mentor candidates knowledge every step of the way until hopefully next 20 years! If youtheare looking for a quieter life and style, towards a rewarding career in the break it down in hip Terri hop, or sweat it out the deal is closed. is a northern girl. She was born this acreage is for you! Locatedrealjust estateoutside appraisal industry. Upon and raised in a small community, Terri has a wealth of experience duringinBoot Camp. Wonowon, 2007 likeDoe new 4 receiving bdrm moduher AACI, P App desigworking with others, and most impor- River, near Dawson Creek. She moved lar home on just over 8 acres.nation Huge deck, she was looking for the next Location: back and forth from B.C. to Alberta. In tantly, for others. She is an avid volcircular drive, beautifully landscaped yard, step. While honoring a non-compeRemax Action Realty 2006John, she finally settled with her unteer at the9948 local gymkhana club, BC St 100 St, Fort BC V1Jdown 0G1 tition clausetowith her previous empartially fenced, well water, bus route FSJ High School Rodeo association, the family in the Fort St. John area. 250-785-5520 office ployer she moved her family to Fort Located under Whole Wheat & Honey schools or local. Terri today! been married to her Call husband for to view Canadian Cancer Society and Relay She’s McMurray and worked in the Com250-261-1644 direct MLS#N202490 Phone: 250-793-4034 20 years and together have two daughfor Life. mercial Division of a large appraisal Before Terri transitioned her career into ters. bodybarfitness@telus.net firm that services a very busy region. real estate she owned her own book- At the end of day, this woman in busiThis experience allowed her the final keeping business for almost 20 years. ness is thankful to have support from polish in preparation of her business Hours: In addition, her resume is built with ex- her family to do the job she loves. start –up.

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Territhrough Paulovich Classes run Monday Remax Action Realty Friday 5:30am - 8:30pm 250-785-5520 Saturdays 8:30am - 11am office 250-261-1644 direct Sun: Closed ndently owned and independently operated. Each office owned and operated.

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capital and many financing vehicles that can be used in the purchase of a business. Because you are buying something that already exists and has a track record, you may find this financing easier to obtain than if you were starting from scratch. Family, friends, business associates and banks are the usual first sources for small business financing. If the transaction is somewhat larger (say above a million dollars), private investors and venture capitalists might even get involved. One thing to consider, however, is that if all is said and done, you still do not have access to enough cash for the purchase, ask the seller to finance part of the transaction. For example, the seller could carry a promissory note for some part of the purchase price. You could ask the seller to issue a mortgage that you would repay on regular terms. Or you might lease rather than buy a portion of the assets. All of these options provide the seller with a steady source of revenue instead of a lump sum payment. They also mean that the seller does not immediately face a tax liability on any capital gains associated with selling the business. To make this kind of offer more appealing to the seller, you may have to offer a rate of interest above the current market, and you will have to provide reasonable security that you will make the payments. For example, the purchased business itself may become part of the collateral. If you are contemplating this route, make sure you can carry the note and that the terms you agree to do not cripple the business you are buying. You may even be able to get the seller to agree to tie repayments to the performance of the business. Buying a business can take time and it certainly involves new risk. In making the purchase you are assuming new responsibilities toward those who helped you finance the deal, toward any employees working for the business, to its suppliers and to its clients. Beyond that, if you already own a business, you will have to commit a significant amount of management time toward integrating the new acquisition into your existing operations. And be prepared for the possibility that the acquisition may even change the balance and direction of your current business activities. In the short term, that may pose a real challenge. Over the longer term, it may turn into a profitable opportunity.

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as a self-employed realtor. Terri prides Three years later and Terri doesn’t plan schools or local. Call Terrislowing toSt view today! located John. down. WhileWe the realoffer estate herself in workingin withdowntown her clients one onFort MLS#N202490 on a one.wide Her mantra is to provideofpermarket infitness Fort St. John is going strong selection dance, and yoga

Why Buy? There are many reasons for buying a business. They all reduce, however, to two fundamental motives. People who are not in business may look to buying an existing operation rather than starting a new one. And people who are already in business may wish to acquire another business as a way of accelerating growth, making themselves more attractive to sources of additional capital, filling out a product line, adding to their existing capabilities or entering a new market. Where to Look There are many places to look for an opportunity to buy a business. Perhaps the most obvious are real estate agents, some of whom specialize in the sale of businesses. The real estate listings in any larger city will usually include a section on businesses up for sale. Business owners looking to sell may also advertise in the business or classified advertising section of the local newspaper, other types of business publication, a trade journal or the newsletter of a business association. Remember, however, that sellers may be reluctant to use real estate listings or formal advertisements. The news that a business is up for sale may cause unease among employees or suppliers. Therefore may sellers will simply use their network of contacts to get the word out. That means you must use your own network of acquaintances, friends, business service providers (lawyers, bankers, accountants, & consultants), and association members. You can also approach suppliers or distributors active in the type of business in which you are interested. Let them all know you are in the market to buy a business and ask them if they know of any opportunities. In some cases, you may know of a specific business that represents exactly what you are looking for. If you do, there is nothing to prevent you from approaching the owner directly and asking if he or she is interested in selling. Financing Once you have a value in mind for the target business, your next step is to determine if you can afford it. Few businesses are purchased for a lump cash payment, though many sellers may prefer that. In most cases, some kind of financing is involved. There are, of course, many sources of

Edwina Nearhood Owner In June 2010 she incorporated Nearhood Appraisal Services Ltd. and has since expanded her office and hired support and candidate appraisal staff. After over 20 years in the industry it is very rewarding to watch a career vision come to this new and exciting chapter. Nearhood Appraisal Services Ltd is a full service real estate appraisal and consultancy firm that provides residential, commercial and industrial appraisals including a full range of real estate consulting services Nearhood Appraisal Services Ltd. Is dedicated to protecting your interests by maintaining high standards, practices and professional conduct in real estate appraisal and consulting services. Edwina utilizes the latest technology and is committed to constantly improving efficiencies,research and presentation of her product. We are committed to serving our clients with integrity they can count on. We are a local firm committed to growing and supporting growth in our community. WE VALUE THE PEACE.

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The Northeast News takes a look at the

Women in Business

in the Northeast.

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The Northeast News takes a look at the

Women in Business

Hilltop Dr.

in the Northeast.

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Phone 250 785 4115 12848 Hilltop Dr.

REDUCED Located at 10220 101 Ave

“Investing Our Energy In The North” Fort St John BC V1J 2B5

I moved to Alberta and was a Realtor with the Edmonton Real Estate

Board beforearea, moving green back to BC at the turnlots of theof millennium. went garden house, roomI for back to school and graduated from the Okanagan University College with your toys. New roof in 2008, new insulation, my Civil Engineering diploma. My training covered a wide spectrum from construction law, wood/concrete/steel designpatio. and construction, survey, new windows, newer front Includes 2 soil testing and more. I continue stoves, 2 fridges, dishwasher, freezer, washto maintain my status as a Civil er/dryer. MLS#N204426 Engineering Technologist (AScT) Theresa

Wonowon Rd

DUCED$375,000 with the Applied Science Technologist & Technicians of BC (ASTT).

Jeni Briscoe

Owner / Personal Trainer todaystechniques@yahoo.com

75,000

Mucci‐Rodgers

My background compliments the services we provide our clients at NEBC.

19273 Wonowon Rd

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Please feel free to stop by but be prepared...my “assistants” are Roy, Reo and Sassy who will most definitely greet you at the door!

Todays Techniques and Jenetics Personal Training is owned by Jeni Briscoe who is also a personal trainer. Jeni is an IFBB pro figure competitor and certified personal trainer. Jeni got into the business cause she loved fitness and helping others reach their goals. No matter what they are. From weight loss to getting on stage to compete in competitions to everything inbetween Todays Techniques has been open for 11.5 years in Fort St. John. They are a full fitness facitlity. With weightroom, cardio room, aerobics rooms all seperated from each other. They are the largest gym in town with over 15,000 square feet of gym space. Childminding during the week in the mornings. They have a staff of over 20 with many certified personal trainers to help anyone with their fitness goals.

Todays Techniques offers a friendly inviting atmosphere that caters to everyone from the teenager to the senior. They are home to the 12 week challenge. A great way to get yourself started and keep motivated with a group atmosphere or try the 90 day challenge that anyone can do and you don’t have to go to the gym - www.jenibriscoe.bodybyvi.com for more details. Todays Techniques also hosts the Northern Classic BC qualifing show each year and have the most experience to get you ready. This year the show is on June 9, 2012. Todays Techniques are now expanding and having a new clothing store inside the gym. Great workout wear thats affordable and stylish. They are also in the middle of renovating right now and lots of new updates and stuff coming to the gym. Keep checking in and see whats new!!

250-785-7939 • 10208 100 Street

Wanda Smook ~ OWNER Action Property Management Group Ltd.

Wanda has had almost 20 years experience in the Property Management business. She started out being a site manager, and then went on to work in the office at the front desk then working her way through to Maintenance Manager. While Wanda was the Maintenance Manager she took her Property Management license, Strata Property license and Trading services license. Wanda went on to take her Managing Brokers License after that. After circumstances in Wanda’s employment changed, she decided to make a change. But she felt after 20 years in the business she really couldn’t imagine not doing what she was doing. Wanda was approached shortly after leaving her employment by her soon to be partners to see if she wanted to start her own company. Without much deliberation she decided to do so. The group put

their heads and money together and started Action Property Management Group. Now in business for almost a year on March 9th 2011, the company started with zero number of units and expanded to over two hundred in a very short time. They now have three staff members in addition to maintenance personnel. Setting Action Property Management Group apart from others is customer service. Wanda strives to always have a pleasant positive and friendly attitude and the entire staff goes out of its way to accommodate clients and work around their busy schedules. For the future Wanda is hoping to minimize their clients vacancy rates and come up with plans and solutions to fill their units. They hope to provide all of our tenants with a nice place to call home.

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Paige Johns

Wynnette Lowes

Owner/Tattoo Artist

Realtor

65,000

She to is view an Accredited legal aspect her Call a great schools orgave local. Terri today!Buyers foundation for her career. She Representative as well as a MLS#N202490 decided to become a realtor as Certified Residential Specialshe loved assisting families ist and has won a Hall of Fame with one of their most impor- award. tant purchases and believes it Wynnette now works with her should be a great experience. son Brandon Lowes and toWynnette was born and raised gether they offer first rate cusAction inRemax Fort St. John and isRealty proud tomer service. to250-785-5520 be part of such a wonderful office Community is important to community. With overdirect eight Wynnette so with Brandon, 250-261-1644 years of experience in the real they are starting a fund that estate industry, she helps her a certain amount of proceeds clients make an informed deci- will go to and then be given to sion when purchasing a home a local charity.

$265,000

Terri Paulovich

Wynnette Lowes 250-262-9966

dently owned and independently operated. Each office owned and operated.

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The Hair Bin & HB Health and Body Wellness and Spa

Endurance Tattoo

Re/Max Action Realty

g for a quieter life style, you! Located just outside Wynnette Lowes Re/Max Ac- and helps with the negotialike newtion4realty bdrm moduis operated by Wyn- tions and facilitates the profesyou are a quieter style, involved inlife the process. nette Lowes wholooking is adeck, realtor for in sional over 8 Ifacres. Huge this acreage is for you! Located just outside St. John. She was previ- Wynnette’s client’s needs autifully Fort landscaped yard, Wonowon, 2007 Public like new 4 bdrm moduously a local Notary come first above everything ell water, bus route to FSJ for 3home years prior deciding to else. She is there for them evlar onto just over 8 acres. Huge deck, all Terricircular to view today! of the way including become a Realtor. The experi- ery step drive, beautifully landscaped yard, MLS#N202490 after thebus purchase of the ence that was gained from partially fenced, wellthewater, route tohome. FSJ

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www.NEBCRealty.com me on 4.95 acres in Charlie Email: features Theresa@NEBCRealty.com 180 sq ft home 3 d has a NorthEast 1 bedroom BC Realty mortLtd. (NEBC) is an independently owned and operated full entrance service real estate with separate inoffice specializing in commercial real estate. My husband Ron and I opened NEBC the summer of 2010 and are now barn, located kitty corner from the FSJ post office. Ron is the for horses, dugout, Managing Broker, and was recently awarded 2011 Top Commercial n house,Realtor lots ofthe room within BC Northernfor Real Estate Board. Cozy country home on 4.95 acres in Charlie of in 2008, new insulation, As for me, being part owner in a real estate brokerage, I find myself Lake area.Includes This 2180 sq ftmanager, homemarketing/research features 3 wearing several hats; owner, administrative wer front patio. 2 advisor, consultant and general go-to person. bedrooms up, and has a 1 bedroom mortdishwasher, freezer, washWhat got me here?suite I was with born and raised in Fort St John. After gage helper separate entrance in MLS#N204426 graduating I spent the 80’s working in advertising & marketing. In the 90’s basement. Fenced for horses, barn, dugout,

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Paige Johns who is the owner and tattoo artist at Endurance Tattoo in Fort St. John has been tattooing for the past fours years while her interest in art has been with her since she was very young. Paige started her business to show people there can be a better and more personable tattoo experience in the community. Endurance Tattoo has been open since October 2011, they have lower rates then anyone in town as well as a better atmosphere and more personable staff. They say you will always feel comfortable in our shop. Endurance Tattoo caters to any age group, under 18 requires

parental/guardian consent but be aware, they are stricter on what we will allow them to get. They also sell artwork, paintings and the like. Endurance Tattoo are offering better art at a better price. No rip offs, no cut and paste art work only custom drawn pieces specific to you. The staff is trying to show people that the bar for tattoo art and artist needs to be raised in the area. In the future, Endurance Tattoo hopes to get a piercer in soon, but they are trying to find someone who is certified and experienced. They also would like to have some other things for sale such as jewelry and other tattoo related items.

Endurance Tattoo

Phone: 250-263-1196 #303 - 9711 100 Ave (Remax Building)

Lorraine Isenbecker Owner Lorraine Isenbecker has owned the Hair Bin since April 1986 and has expanded to employ 38 stylists, barbers and estheticians. The Hair Bin has the largest retail hair care centre in Northern BC and recently launched their personal hair care line. The HB products were formulated specifically for the needs of the area and contain no Parabens or sulfates. “A health conscious choice with a budget-friendly price.” The Hair Bin has received multiple People’s Choice Awards including best salon and spa in 2011 and Lorraine contributes the success of the salon to the wonderful people from all different walks of life, who come into the salon daily. The vast experience of the Hair Bin staff has given the business stability and room for growth. Over the past several years the salon has been completely renovated for a more modern and high-end look and feel, the Barbershop has also been renovated and now has a unique garage theme to appeal to men of all ages. In 2010 Lorraine opened the HB Health and Body Wellness and Spa, and Laser Centre offering couple’s massage, body wraps and the innovative, new non-invasive Lipo-laser girth-loss treatments to help remove unwanted inches. They have also recently added the top of the line Bella Luche hair removal laser, with remarkable results. Lorraine invites everyone to come down and check it out In closing Lorraine and her staff would like to thank all their clients for their continuing support and look forward to meeting their needs for many years to come.

10442-100th Street 250-787-1552 www.hairbin.com

10440-100th Street 250-787-1553

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Northeast NEWS

March 8, 2012

2012 Version of RocKIN The Peace set for this weekend at Lido FORT ST. JOHN – RocKIN the Peace is an annual local music search and fundraiser for the Fort St. John Kin Club. Every year, the Kin Club and associated sponsors set out to find the best local musical talent in the North Peace region, including Fort St. John, Taylor, Dawson Creek, Hudson’s Hope, Chetwynd, Grande Prairie and all points in between! Judging has been completed for the 2012 RocKIN the Peace finalists. There was a large number of entries to go through

Like Fire | Broken Guitar | Pouce Coupe, BC The RocKIN the Peace Concert is happening on Saturday, March 10, 7pm at The Lido Theatre. Tickets: $15 ADVANCE (Systems, Lido, FSJ Visitor Info Centre) & $20 at the door. For more information on the bands, and the event you can visit www.rockinthepeace.com For ticket information or to reserve your table or booth, please call The Lido Theatre at 250-785-3011 or www.thelido.ca

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Faking Sanity to get a taste of the East Coast By Jill Earl

DAWSON CREEK-Just off of a performance in Fort St. John, East Coast folk singer, Kim Wempe, is heading to entertain audiences in Dawson Creek. The stop at Faking Sanity on Friday, Mar. 9 is a scheduled performance on Wempe’s Home Routes Tour, promoting her current album, Painting With Tides. Wempe has been touring across Canada since September. After finishing her Home Routes Tour on Mar. 16, and after playing two house concerts in Saskatchewan ending on Mar. 24, she is heading home to Antigonish, Nova Scotia to write and record another album. “It makes my stomach turn when I say I’m recording another album...there’s so much work to do, it’s been really really busy,” Wempe said. She said touring has been “crazy busy”, but it’s necessary for a musican to gain exposure. “You’re only choice is to get out there and play and tour and that’s how you gain experience. It’s how you get better, it’s how you sell albums, it’s how you make money, and it’s how you experience the life.” Wempe has been on tour for the last two year and is looking forward to recording in the studio. Most musicians would find touring lonely, but Wempe has family across the country and touring provides her with the opportunity to visit her mother in Alberta, sister and nephews in Saskatchewan, father in Ontario and friends throughout. “It’s definitely hard being on the road sometimes,” said Wempe. “But, I feel that I’m really lucky in how I tour ... I have family across Canada and in all the places that I tour.” She added that family is extremely important to her, so touring every four to six months gives her the opportunity to see them quite often. Wempe moved to Antigonish, Nova Scotia in 2009 to attend St. Francis Xavier’s music program. The move from Alberta was sudden and unexpected for her, but admits now that it was the best decision. “I was just a little shocked because that’s not where I thought I was going to be living and moving. Antigonish is a small town so it was a bit of a shocker, I ended up there and I absolutely fell in love with the East Coast and now it’s my home,” said Wempe, who has been living there for four years. She planned to attend Humber College, located outside of Toronto, for music but ultiVold, Jones & Vold Auction Co. Ltd. mately was not accepted. The move to Nova Scotia, Vold, Jones & Vold Auction Co. Ltd. however, was the best for her 301-116th Ave. Dawson Creek, British Columbia musically, as she was almost Dawson Creek Office: 250-782-3766 VJV Main Office: 403-783-5561 Cattle Sales, Don 301-116th Ave. Dawson Creek, British Columbia instantly inspired by the folk Fessler: 250-719-5561 Fax: 250-782-6622 Dawson Creek Office: 250-782-3766 VJV Main Office: 403-783-5561 Cattle Sales, Don sounds popular in that part of Fessler: 250-719-5561 Fax: 250-782-6622 the country. “I moved to the East Coast and just fell in love with the sounds that were going on,” she On Thursday, March 1, 2012 1400 head of cattle went thru our ring said. D1 - D2 Cows 70.00-79.00 “I’ve always loved folk 395 head ofD3 cattle went through the ring of Dawson Creek Action on July 8, 2010 - D4 Cows 59.00-69.00 music and I think being out SALES EVERY THURSDAY! Holstein Cows N/A in Nova Scotia where music D1 - D2 Cows 53.00-56.00 Heiferettes 70.00-85.00 is such a tradition and it’s so Bologna 70.00-85.00 D3 - D4Bulls Cows 48.00-53.00 strong and it’s every where. Feeder Bulls N/A Holstein Cows 50.00-53.00 All the singer/song writers Good Bred Cows N/A Heiferettes 55.00-65.00 Good BredBulls Heifers N/A Bologna 62.00-72.50 Milk Cows N/A Feeder Bulls 65.00-70.00 Cow/ Calf Pairs (younger) N/A Good Bred Cows None Cow/ Calf Pairs (older) N/A Good Bred Heifers None Best of Beef Bull Sale Saturday March 17, 2012 2:00pm at Beaverlodge, AB

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that are all helping each other out east, they all definitely effected my sound, that’s what I was surrounded by and inspired by and that’s what I ended up writing,” Wempe said. “I can’t imagine if I would have ended up in Toronto I think my sound would have been very different. When I moved to the East Coast I kind of found my musical home, if you will, and it’s just such a great musical support community out there,” she added. The musician community is very friendly in Nova Scotia, said Wempe. Musicians, seasoned and amateur, are always willing to help and support each other. During her year at St. Francis Xavier, she opened for Jill Barbar, an up-and comer-in the East Coast music scene—that appearance really set things in motion, said Wempe.. After finishing school, she moved to Halifax. She played shows in coffee shops and bars, made musician friends, started touring the East Coast and recorded an EP, Where I Need To Be. That album won the Rising Star of the Year award at the East Coast Music Awards. “That was pretty crazy and incredible, and it kind of felt like an East Coast welcome-to-the-scene, kind of thing, and that’s how it all kind of started,” Wempe said. Wempe said her award-winning EP was more produced than Painting With Tides and has more of a pop/folk sound that catered towards a radio audience. She wanted to go in the opposite route when recording Painting With Tides. Wempe said that she’d only do one or two takes for each song, and very little editing was done to alter those tracks to create a raw folk sound. “It was not directed towards radio and that wasn’t really the point, it didn’t really matter to me in terms of being played, I just needed to make that more acoustically-moved album,” she said. “And the feedback I’ve gotten from my fans on it shows me that it was worth doing it and it was just a record that I needed to do.” Her latest record was meant to be a raw album with more of an artistic vision and not a market, said Wempe.. When touring, Wempe’s voice is only accompanied by a stomp drum and guitar, giving her songs even more of a raw sound. “I kind of like that when you can listen to the album and have all the instruments on it, but when you see me live it’s totally stripped down, raw and acoustic and I think that people will appreciate the show and all the stories I tell, there’s a few of them.” Wempe became interested in music when she was six. She loved to sing as a child and learned to play the guitar when she was 13, shortly after she started writing songs. Her family was always a major support in her life, and she feels extremely lucky to be able to do what she loves for a living. “Best decision I could have made, everything’s worked out great, it’s not an easy road for sure but I feel beyond lucky that I can do what I love for a living and be able to live comfortably, and be passionate about what I do everyday and travel across Canada, so it’s pretty cool. “There’s nothing in my mind that I was born to do except for music, this is just my passion, this is what I have to do, and I know it’s gonna be hard and I have to keep truckin’ and it’s going to work out.” Kim Wempe’s albums are free to listen to at www.kimwempe.com/listen.

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Good Feeder Steers 1000 lbs Plus: 110.00-123.00 Heifers 105.00-119.00 Good Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: 124.00-137.25 Heifers 110.00-121.00 Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: 135.00-145.00 Heifers 120.00-132.75 Good Feeder Feeder Steers Steers 700 1000lbs lbsPlus: Plus: N/A Heifers N/A Good 146.00-157.00 Heifers 132.00-157.00 Good Feeder Steers 900 lbs Plus: N/A Heifers N/A Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: 158.00-170.00 Heifers 145.00-161.75 Good Feeder Steers 800 lbs Plus: 92.00-100.00 Heifers 80.00-88.00 Good Feeder Steers 500 lbs Plus: 171.00-194.50 Heifers 160.00-179.00 Good Feeder Steers 700 lbs Plus: 102.00-108.00 Heifers 85.00-92.00 Good Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: 190.00-210.00 Heifers 170.00-198.00 Good Feeder Steers 600 lbs Plus: 110.00-118.00 Heifers 98.00-104.00 Good N/A Heifers N/A Good Feeder Feeder Steers Steers 300 500 lbs lbs Plus: Plus: 115.00-125.00 Heifers 100.00-108.00 Biltrite Red Angust Sale Thursday, March 22, 2012 1:00pm VJV Dawson Creek, B.C. Good Feeder Steers 400 lbs Plus: 110.00-125.00 Heifers 100.00-110.00 DC All Breeds Bull Sale Saturday March 31, 2012 VJV Dawson Creek, B.C. Good Feeder Steers 300 lbs Plus: None Heifers None

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