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May 27, 2010 - Vol.7 - No.19
Multiplex generates $11 million in economic activity
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By Matthew Bains DAWSON CREEK – The South Peace Community Multiplex in Dawson Creek generated $11 million for the local economy last year, according to a study by Tourism Dawson Creek. Tourism development co-ordinator Dustin Bodnaryk said he worked with Global Spectrum Management, the City of Dawson Creek and the Stables and Arena Association to calculate direct spending by participants at events. The EnCana Events Centre generated $7.2 million, the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre brought in $1.5 million and the Lakota Agriplex drew in $400,000 – totaling approximately $9.2 million. The model assumed a 30 per cent “leak” out of the province for the purchase of goods and services, based on other previous impact studies. That brought total direct expenditures to $6.5 million, which when coupled with indirect and induced spending at $4.5 million brings the total to $11 million. Business owners in the community, however, are also seeing the difference. “The Multiplex definitely brings new people into town,” said Stewart Housejo, managing partner of White Spot restaurant. “It’s a noticeable increase.” Added Kate Ross, owner of the A&W Restaurant: “When there are events at the EnCana centre, our business is up.” While they don’t have statistics on the impact, both said they have to utilize more staff on event days to keep up with the increased business. The summary notes that the adjacent Chances gaming centre and gas stations/convenience stores, also report seeing more business on event days. It was also noted the real estate and oil and gas sectors use the Multiplex as a way to encourage people to move to Dawson Creek. Blaine Nicholson, managing broker for Re/Max Dawson Creek Re-
alty, said a majority of the clients he sees are coming to work in the oil and gas sector, and when coming from a larger city, their families are used to enjoying the types of amenities the Multiplex offers. “There’s fun things to do,” said Nicholson. “There’s opportunities for them to buy a ticket and go to a show that they would normally only be able to go to in a larger centre. It makes for a happier home life, I’m sure.” He added it’s not just the events centre – the Agriplex seems to be a selling point for clients from southern Alberta. However, the report noted that the same oil and Matthew Bains photo gas boom means hotels The South Peace Community Multiplex in Dawson Creek has generated $11 milsee less benefit, because lion for the economy in the city last year, $7.2 million of which came from the Enof the lack of available Cana Events Centre. Businesses in the community say they’ve noticed a difference rooms. Downtown retail- in how busy they are when the centre is holding events. ers do not benefit either, He said if new people are attracted Downtown Merchants Association. because those businesses However, he said hopefully em- to live in Dawson Creek because of do not supply products or services ployees of the businesses that do the Multiplex, that’s ultimately good needed by short-term visitors. “I’ve never had anybody come in benefit need furniture and will shop for business, too. He said that model has been used and say, ‘We’re in for the concert at his business. He added, personand we need a sofa and a chair,’” said ally, he saves money by not having in the past to calculate the economic Ed Mah, owner of Bing’s Furniture to go to Edmonton or elsewhere to impact of the Fall Fair and the Northern BC Winter Games. and Appliances and president of the see a show.
Economic Impact Measures of the South Peace Community Multiplex Measure Gross Economic Impact
Direct Indirect Induced Total $6,504,000 $3,276,000 $1,221,000 $11,001,000
Gross Domestic Product $3,403,000 $1,426,000 $692,000 $5,521,000 Employment (fulltime equivalent) 96 23 11 130 Tax Revenue $522,000 $232,000 $224,000 $978,000 The Gross Economic Impact is the total amount of economic activity that has been created by people attending Multiplex events and by operation of the facility. The Gross Domestic Product is the net effect of this spending. The employment reflects full-time-equivalent jobs, while due to the seasonal/part-time nature of the event-related work, the actual number of jobs would be higher. The tax revenue is a combination of federal, provincial and regional/ municipal taxes. Source: Economic Planning Group.
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Board wants more accountability, oversight of Site C dam
By Matthew Bains PEACE REGION – Peace River Regional District directors are demanding more study into the impacts of the Site C dam before it is approved. Directors voted to support two recommendations prompted by Electoral Area C director Arthur Hadland, a vocal opponent of the project, during a meeting on May 13. The first, passed unanimously, asks the government to provide the regional district “with funding to offset the costs associated with investigating and analyzing the impacts with the proposed Site C dam.” Hadland said the recommendation addresses “deficiencies and omissions” in BC Hydro’s Stage Two Report in identifying potential impacts of the dam. Specifically, the report failed to address concerns related to agriculture, historical sites and slope stability. The report states those impacts will be further assessed in Stage Three, but Hadland said it must not proceed to that stage without those impacts being addressed. “I don’t think there’s any truth or believability in what they are doing,” he said. “That Stage Two report is just a sad commentary on the lack of objectivity. It’s basically advocacy.” The other recommendation referred to the government’s move to take the decision on Site C away from the BC Utilities Commission. Hadland said the Commission ruled the project was not in the public’s best interest in the past and his motion called on the government to refer the findings of the Stage One, Two and Three reports to the Commission for an objective review. “To take a project and remove it from public scrutiny, I mean, how wrong could that be? I have no trust, because
there’s absolutely no transparency, no objectivity,” said Hadland. Energy Minister Blair Lekstrom fielded questions from directors during a separate presentation to the board earlier in the meeting. He said under the newly-passed Clean Energy Act, the Commission will not decide what electricity-generating projects will move ahead in the province. He said it is much more transparent if government, as an elected body, sets those priorities, rather than an appointed Commission. “The Integrated Resource Plan that has to be developed by BC Hydro under the Clean Energy Act will be all-inclusive of British Columbians,” said Lekstrom. “I think it opens up to far more involvement from British Columbians in general.” Chetwynd director Evan Saugstad said he agreed with the minister and was one of three directors to vote against Hadland’s second recommendation, which passed with nine votes in favour. “Should your commissions, like the BC Utilities Commission, have the power to supersede an elected government? I don’t think that should be,” he said. The board also heard from Sidney Parker, Mayor of Revelstoke from 1971 to 1978, during which time the Mica Dam was completed and construction of the Revelstoke Dam began on the Columbia River.
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Former Revelstoke mayor Sidney Parker described his experiences dealing with BC Hydro with the two dams on the Columbia River at a Peace River Regional District meeting on May 13. Following his presentation, and one from Energy Minister Blair Lekstrom, the board passed two motions calling for more impact analysis and control over the Site C project.
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RCMP investigating stabbing
By Melanie Robinson FORT ST. JOHN – RCMP are continuing to investigate a stabbing in a parking lot of an apartment building on 93A Street that occurred on May 20. Though RCMP are not releasing too many details, spokesperson Sgt. Rob Vermeulen said they’ve confirmed 28 yearold Fort St. John resident Joshua Lequiere passed away after sustaining stab wounds following an incident shortly after 6 a.m. Following the incident, with the assistance of the police dog service, investigators conducted a thorough search of the area around the apartment, but were unable to locate anyone that could be involved. Police are continuing their investigation into the
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Wasted wood to be sold on web By Melanie Robinson FORT NELSON – A special pilot project in Fort Nelson will see surplus timber from oil and gas sites sold through a provincial website. Fort Nelson is involved in a pilot project with the Ministry of Forests and Range, announced May 19 by Minister Pat Bell, where wood harvested by the industry, and often left unutilized will now be sold via the BC Timber Sales website. Contributed photo Bell said about 150,000 A new pilot project in Fort Nelson will enable the oil cubic metres of timber are and gas industry to better market the wood product from harvested in the Fort Nelson industry sites to the forest industry. forest district yearly and currently oil and gas companies the timber. are required to arrange sales of wood priWhile the amount being sold is insufvately to local mills and value added pro- ficient for large sawmills, he said it would ducers. be a good start for small or medium-sized “It’s somewhere between 6,000 to 9,000 mills, while helping the oil and gas industry hectares that are cleared by the industry,” he as well. said. “We are hoping this will curtail the waste However, he added, oil and gas compa- that is left behind in that particular region,” nies don’t always have the relationships or he said. the contacts with the manufacturing side of If successful, Bell said he would like to the forest industry to do the sales. see the project expand province-wide as With the website, he added, more people early as the fall and not limited to the oil will be aware of the possibilities of selling and gas industry. Melanie Robinson photo
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Aboriginal Head Start Day was recognized on May 7 at the Aboriginal Head Start Centre at NENAS. The event featured drumming, music and talks from Elders to the young children in attendance. The whole group got up and did some jigging during the event as well, as seen here with Kylie Kobzey, 4, and Elsie Lace, a jig instructor for the last three years. Lace talked to those in attendance of her passion for the dancing, which she learned from her parents when she was just a young girl. The event wrapped up with a soup and bannock lunch for all to enjoy.
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By Melanie Robinson NORTHEAST – Big or small, businesses throughout the Northeast now have the opportunity to save money by saving energy. The Northern Environmental Action Team has been performing waste assessments for some time. Now, after partnering with BC Hydro, they are adding energy assessments. Eco-advisor with the team, Karen Mason Bennett, said the key message for businesses is that the programs are not meant Contributed photo to be a slap on the The simple switch of a lightbulb, wrist, but rather a step to a compact fluorescent light in the right direction. bulb for example, can make a She said it’s hard huge difference in going green. A because people have new program through BC Hydro so many conflicting and NEAT can help businesses beliefs. figuring out the other steps they “It could have been can take in the environmental ef- something they heard fort. 20 years ago like ‘I should idle my car because turning it on uses more gas,’” she said. “And that’s not the case anymore. It might have been 20 years ago with your old Chevette, but it’s not anymore.” She added there are things that make a difference, but unless you’re up to date on technology, residents don’t always know what they are.
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The assessments take only 15 minutes and the team provides a document explaining how much energy can be saved, what can be done to reduce waste and potential incentives. The benefits, said Ben Gardiner, Power Smart specialist with BC Hydro, are threefold: • the assessment process is free; • you get paid by BC Hydro to implement the changes; • you make your business more energy efficient He said often people don’t realize the difference their simple steps can make, but if everyone made a small change, their combined efforts would be huge. “If 1.7 million customers changed one light bulb, that’s 1.7 million light bulbs. I don’t even know what 1.7 million light bulbs look like,” he said. He added businesses in the region have already jumped on the bandwagon and the difference is visible. One local business recently upgraded their lights to more energy efficient technology, along with about 15 of the same stores in the province. “That store in particular has been saving over 40 per cent on their electricity bill per month, which equals quite a bit of money,” he said. “What if cafés and restaurants got together and changed out a few light bulbs? What if every hotel in Fort St. John went to a more efficient exit sign? That’s hundreds of exit signs. It equals a lot of electricity.” He said the incentives through BC Hydro, ranging for anything from light bulbs to LED signs and high-efficiency spray valves for dirty dishes in restaurants, can be achieved in four easy steps – find out what needs to be replaced; purchase and install; submit the application/mail your receipts and receive your incentive. Businesses renting facilities can also do the upgrades and receive the incentives, he said. “The benefit to the landlord is they get a higher quality upgrade into the building that they own at either a low or no cost,” said Gardiner. For more information, contact NEAT in Fort St. John at (250) 785-6328, Dawson Creek at (250) 782-6399 or Fort Nelson at (250) 321-6328.
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Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for the Enerplex and the services it offers not only residents but those that choose to come to the community for one reason or another. What with the walking track – free to the public to use whenever they’d like from 25 degrees to minus 40 degrees, which is amazing – the opportunity for speed skating competitions and not one, but two, Olympic-sized hockey rinks and the facility is worthy of praise. Not praise on all fronts, however. Like the Enerplex, the Multiplex in Dawson Creek has caught a lot of flack for its costs to taxpayers. The Multiplex has just proven itself with the announcement of it providing $11 million to the economy in the city last year. The majority of that money -- $7.2 million – came from the EnCana Events Centre and the variety of events it held throughout the year. This is where, I think, the Enerplex could also have excelled. Think about it – that building is huge and, with proper seating, there’s no reason to think big acts wouldn’t want to come to our city and, from that, the local economy benefits. Right now the Enerplex is not suited for such capacity, but who’s to say it can’t happen? Being someone with no experience on that end, I have no idea what it would take to either change the facility over or how much it would cost. But imagine the benefits of those changes once complete – not only to the Enerplex, but the economy as a whole. Would you get out and use it more?
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It has become increasingly obvious to me after decades as a farmer and a politician that “agriculture” does not capture headlines unless it involves drought, disease or some other type of disaster. In fact, it’s very likely that I lost a good number of readers with my opening line already. Yet, there are fewer issues more fundamental than agriculture and our food supply to Canadians’ every day lives …literally. Plus, Canada is the world’s fourth largest exporter of agriculture and food products with 2009 trade figures at just over $35 billion. In recent months my Cabinet colleague, Minister of Agriculture Gerry Ritz, has been very busy working to enhance the competitiveness, productivity and reputation of Canada’s agriculture sector. He announced this spring that our Government is investing more than $6 million in research and innovation to help beef producers remain on the cutting edge (no pun intended).
The Canadian Cattlemen’s Associa- the minister and Canadian farm leadtion will receive these federal funds to ers worked together to strengthen exlead a “Beef Cluster” which will pull port opportunities for Canadian pulses, canola, beef, grain and together scientific expertise hogs. Minister Ritz also to assist Canada’s beef and continued to work with cattle industry in addressing Chinese officials to rechallenges the sector has solve restrictions on Cafaced in recent years. nadian canola exports to The research will focus China. on priorities farmers themAnd, in yet another selves have identified: remove to showcase to the ducing production costs, world what Canadian increasing feed efficiency By Jay Hill farmers have to offer, and decreasing the impact Minister Ritz announced of animal health issues. The cluster will also work to increase de- that Canada will host the Cairns Group Ministerial Meeting in 2011. The Cairns mand for Canadian beef. Also this spring, Minister Ritz suc- Group is a coalition of 19 agricultural cessfully negotiated an historic agricul- exporting countries with a commitment ture partnership between Canada and to strengthening agricultural trade. This event is an opportunity for CanaChina that will increase the value of Canadian pulse exports to China to an da to drive a strong agenda to strengthestimated total of $500 million from the en international agriculture trade, ultimately expanding existing markets current $100 million. The agreement was announced dur- and creating new markets for Canadian ing a trade mission to Beijing where farmers.
Finally, last week Minister Ritz introduced legislation in the House of Commons that will strengthen farmers’ voice within the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) and streamline the process required to deliver payments to producers. Bill C-27 will cut red-tape and reduce the number of steps required for the Wheat Board to pay farmers for grain and to get their pay cheques to their mailboxes as quickly as possible. It will also make sure board members are elected by farmers who are actually involved in producing grain. This is yet another step in our Government’s efforts to make the CWB accountable to farmers. Earlier this year, the Supreme Court of Canada upheld the legitimacy of our directive to the CWB to not spend farmers’ hard-earned money on pro-Wheat Board propaganda. For more information on these and other agriculture initiatives undertaken by our Conservative Government, go to www.agr.gc.ca.
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Don’t let what happened with WAC Bennett dam happen again
Editor: An excerpt from ‘Crooked River Rats’ by Bernard McKay. In 1963 the provincial government of British Columbia called for bids to build one of the largest earthen dams in the world. It would be constructed at the Peace Canyon and would be 600 feet high. Negotiations were begun to compensate some of the trappers and settlers who would be affected by the huge reservoir that would be formed. The larger traplines were bought out for a few thousand dollars, a paltry sum considering the many cabins that has been built on each line (they were usually spaced every six to 10 miles apart). Miles of trail had been cut out laboriously by hand, and boats had been built and stationed on the lakes of each line by the trappers. The buy-out was essentially a take it or leave it deal. The province had hired Alf Janks and later Gord McMullen to burn every cabin down, and they would receive money for each cabin burned. A photo of the burning cabin was proof of the job completed. Janks attempted to burn some cabins two or three years in advance of the flood waters. Needless to say he was not well received by those who were still using them. On one occasion he was run off at gun point. The spring of 1968 was a time of infamy for the rivermen. The gates to the three diversion tunnels were closed and the mighty Peace River was stopped by the WAC Bennett Dam. With the spring runoff at its peak, the reservoir began to rise rapidly, catching many off guard. One trapper tied his boat up to a tree on the riverbank and settled into his cabin for the night. Imagine his surprise when he rolled out of bed the next morning to step into two inches of water. He hurriedly dressed and went outside to see his riverboat floating out of reach with the bow almost under water. It was lucky he had tied the bow rope with a fair amount of slack. He managed to use a pole to swing the stern around within reach and once on board he had to cut the bow line to free the boat. He then motored downstream on the Finlay to see if any ice jam had formed causing the river to back up. Son others, including some Sekani Natives from Finlay Forks, were on the river to see what was the matter. No ice
jam was found. The waters of the now-dammed Peace River were rising much faster than was originally forecast. Along the narrow reach of the Peace River, the water rose 10 feet a night. The human population was not the only thing affected; wildlife was caught off-guard too. As the wide valley around Finlay Forks began to flood, hundreds of moose, bears and other wildlife became stranded on islands that were formed by the rising water. Trees, logs and other floating debris prevented the animals from swimming to shore and hundreds of moose drowned. Pen Powel, a bush pilot from Hudson Hope, flew his small plane over Finlay Forks in the fall of 1968. Near the mouth of the Omineca there was a hill that rose above the surrounding country. The slashing crews had cut the big spruce and pine trees on this promontory and the logs lay like pick-up sticks. This hill now became an island as the waters rose and it was to this high point the moose gathered to try and find refuge. The moose now became trapped as they could not leave due to floating debris. Powell returned a week later and counted more than 100 dead moose on the flooded island. Of course, more than just moose died; Powell said, “Even animals you don’t often see in the water were swimming for their lives – weasels, mice, even squirrels. The squirrels would swim with their tail straight up out of the water.” By late summer of 1969 the smell of rotting moose carcasses was everywhere. The floating animals had bloated and were caught in the debris piles. For the next two years the moose would try to cross the river as they always had and would exhaust themselves trying to swim around and through the logs that were piling up in the shallows of the forming latke. By 1972 the entire north end of Williston Lake was choked with logs and even the tug boats could not get through. The flood waters eventually stretched from the Peace Canyon on the east, north to Deserters Canyon on the Finlay and south to almost where the Hart Highway crosses the Parsnip. The historic rapids of Deserters Canyon were now tamed, flooded under 15 feet of water; also, gone forever were the
Ne Perle Pas and Finlay Rapids on the Peace. The Omineca River was flooded 10 miles up past the Black Canyon. The lower reaches of the Ospika and Ingenika Rivers were also lost. Old Fort Graham became only a memory and Finlay Forks rests under 300 feet of water. …The Indians near Finlay Forks kept moving their camp to higher ground every few days. They did not understand the situation and figured the flood would eventually stop; it did, but not until a huge inland sea that was 20 miles across had formed. Their communities at Fort Graham and Ingenika were completely drowned out. The Native graveyard at Fort Graham was located on a high bank, and as the waters rose the bank sloughed in. The wooden caskets could be seen sliding down into the forming lake. Ed Stranberg was the last resident of Finlay Forks to pull out, surrendering his cabin to the flood waters. …I went on a tour of the powerhouse and dam in 1978 with my family. It is without a doubt an impressive marvel of engineering. But as I stood on the viewing site overlooking the dam and the flooded valley behind it, a feeling of sadness came over me. The era of the rivermen was over. Submitted by Mark Meiers Charlie Lake
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HST decision to benefit us all
Editor: As a small business owner for many decades, now retired, I wish to express my opinion on the proposed HST. No person or business favors any new taxes, however the HST is not a new tax but a combination of two existing taxes. Any small business shall benefit as they shall be subject to reporting, submitting and auditing to one less taxing agency, which has been the case up to July 1, 2010. Furthermore, small business and large ones alike shall benefit greatly and become more competitive as their input costs shall be reduced by 12 per cent by way of recovery of this tax on all input costs and purchases made by these firms. As a result, prices of the goods and services produced shall cost less which shall be passed on to the consumer. This should result in savings which shall benefit
the end user of these goods and services. There shall be a period of short term pain to the average consumer however, during the transition period and sometime after but I firmly believe in the end the entire province shall benefit. The largest problem as I see it is the vast majority who do not understand this HST or the long term benefits which will result. I can visualize where there shall be tens of thousands of new jobs created as businesses become more competitive with other jurisdictions. I have also observed many if not most of the respected economists and think tanks across Canada agree and have stated that the provincial economy shall benefit from the introduction of this HST to the benefit of all over a period of time. Victor E. Brandl, Fort St. John
Editor: I was not happy when I read how much our BC Hydro bills are going up. Then I read that BC Hydro is spending $15 billion over the next 10 years to repair and improve BC’s old dams and generally keep BC’s public electricity system functioning. Okay, I totally get it now why our hydro bills are going up: we’ve been riding on the coattails of our parents and grandparents who built an incredible public utility that we’ve let fall into disrepair. It’s time for us to pay up and invest in the public utility they built.
The $15 billion is a small price to pay to keep one of the best public utilities in the world public. Eugenia Nikolaidis, Vancouver, BC
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washrooms in Cedar Park and Rotary Park and did extensive damage to the inside of the buildings. Anyone with information is asked to contact Chetwynd RCMP at (250) 7889221. If you wish to remain anonymous, call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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By Matthew Bains water spray park on May 29 and concrete NORTHEAST – All work and no play has been laid for new tennis and basketball makes Jack a dull boy, as the old proverb courts. The regional municipality also exgoes, and to that end, a number of signifi- pects to have a 4.5 kilometre paved walking cant recreation projects are underway in the trail finished in the summer. Northeast. The Dawson Creek Harry Morrow Mixed In the District of Chetwynd, major reno- Slo-Pitch League was recently granted apvations are still underway for the expanded proval from city council to build a new playrecreation centre. ground adjacent to the ball diamonds and The project involved adjoining the arena, soccer fields at the Harry Morrow and Paul curling rink and two multi-purpose rooms in Loiselle Sports Fields. one building with the adjacent leisure pool Member Clint Shuman explained equipbuilding. It also involves the construction of ment has already been ordered and voluna climbing wall, an expanded fitness room teers from the community have donated that’s more than four times the size of the their time and resources to construct the existing facility, a squash/racquetball court, playground and install the surrounding chain an indoor walking/running track, expanded link fence. dressing rooms in the arena, a toddler’s play He said the idea has been a couple of years area and expanded food services area. in the making. Randy Rusjan, director of parks and recre“We got tired of watching all the smaller ation for the district, said the work is nearly children just finding whatever dirt they could complete, but there was a delay in obtaining to go play in, so we wanted to make them a the fire panel that will control the sprinkler/ nice little playground to keep them occupied alarm system, which has pushed back the while the parents were playing ball,” he said. opening of the centre somewhat. Shuman said the project is only possible “We don’t have an official opening date through the generous donations from busiyet,” he said. “We’re looking to have a grand nesses and individuals in the community and opening in September, but we will be open added Dawson Creek Recycling is taking to the public prior to that. It all depends on bottles for donations to help raise funds for the arrival of the fire panel.” the project. Mayor Evan Saugstad said the new faciliConstruction is also ongoing on a bike ty will benefit residents and visitors alike and park next to Rotary Lake. he expects schools can take advantage of the Cindy Fisher, who has been involved with climbing wall and racquetball court for their the project since her children are mountain For questions regarding this insertion order, physical education programs. bikers, said the site has been cleared any please contact: SusanofThompson “We expect it to get a lot of utilization out debris, the existing park was leveled and Account Manager of the schools,” he said. some wooden ramps have been built, thanks Phone: 832-239-5775 Fax: 832-553-2599 As a separate project from the renovations, to donations of equipment and materials construction of a new waterslide in the pool from local businesses. 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C Copyright Materials be reproduced any vendor orcity’s publication. 2007 Patriot Advertising Inc. into their classrooms and working with us to make their playground greener. ers in the community to come up with a deTo check out photos of these projects, go sign, and construction should begin shortly, to www.northeastnews.ca. Our Energy in Action day on May 19th began with activities and games in the and finish around the same time as the new classroom, linking energy development and environmental stewardship. Then centre opens. students teamed up with local oil and gas company volunteers to practice A recreation centre is also stewardship in their own playground by planting trees and shrubs around the being rebuilt in Fort Nelson and is expected to be combenches of their “medicine wheel.” plete next summer. The project will tie-in with With ongoing care and attention, this new “outdoor classroom” will provide the existing curling rink and the students with a more natural environment where they can learn and play. arena and a second ice sur- Weatherford Canada Partnership, provides a wide range of oil and gas services to national, integrated and face will double the size of independent oil and gas companies around the world, Energy in Action is an initiative of the Canadian Association of Petroleum the arena. A community hall using fit-for-purpose technologies. We are a Producers. For more information, visit www.capp.ca/eia. will be rebuilt and expanded, dynamic, growing organization and offer a and recently, regional council competitive salary, benefits with no waiting period decided to proceed with the and a matched RRSP plan. foundation and base work for We are currently hiring in Grande Prairie. a visitor centre, although a decision to complete that part • WELL TESTING OPERATORS of the project will depend on REQ# 10000001YB the availability of funding. Jim McDonald, president • S ENIOR S UPERVISORS of the Fort Nelson Minor REQ# 10000001Y8 Hockey Association, said the project is really starting to • N IGHT S UPERVISORS REQ# 10000001Y9 take shape. He said hockey players are excited about the Weatherford presently has openings for Senior and Entry expanded dressing rooms and Level Operators/Supervisors. The Entry Level Operators will be secondary ice surface in the provided hands-on training. Apply today! EOE arena. Qualified candidates must possess a Class 5 driver’s license, provide a M/F/D/V driver’s abstract and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test. H2S and First Aid “The second ice surface is huge,” he said. “It certainly certification an asset means more ice time for the Please apply with resume and drivers abstract to kids.” Since 2004, 51 companies and more than 1,350 company volunteers have The Fort Nelson Rotary www.weatherford.jobs to Req# or Fax to: 780-538-2257 participated in EIA events in 46 communities across Canada. Club will open a new outdoor
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Tumbler Ridge changes family’s lives By Matthew Bains TUMBLER RIDGE – It would seem the fates of Dr. Charles Helm and the town of Tumbler Ridge were destined to be intertwined from the beginning. Helm said he’s not sure exactly why or when, but even as a child growing up in Cape Town, South Africa, he knew he wanted to be a rural family physician. “It was just one of those things that you know you want to do,” he said. While he was educated and trained as a family doctor in his home country, the political turmoil and violence resulting from apartheid made it impossible for him to stay there, so he began looking for a new home. “At that stage things were quite difficult in South Africa, and Canada sort of offered a home and a haven for people like myself,” he said. “I’ve really been amazed about how South Africans and Canadians get along. We somehow just tend to click.” He immigrated to Canada in 1986, working in Saskatchewan and then Manitoba for a few years. “I actually met my wife, Linda, in Saskatchewan two days after arriving in Canada,” he said. However, a couple of his former medical colleagues who were living and pracising in Tumbler Ridge convinced Charles and Linda to move there in 1992, barely a decade after the town had been established following the creation of the Northeast Coal Development. Those colleagues have since moved on, but Helm stayed and continues to practise medicine and raise his family. “It’s a decision that we’ve never regretted, because the community has just been very good to us and we’ve just thoroughly enjoyed spending our lives here,” he said. The story on how a South African-born doctor found himself working in a small mining town in the northeast corner of British Columbia ends there, but he and his family’s impact on the
community they love had just begun. Helm said he was always a bit of an explorer, and the wilderness around Tumbler Ridge is one of the attractions that kept him there. He said he and his wife made frequent hikes into the mountains for their own enjoyment, but he said he began to realize the tourism value those trails would have if they were developed further. A group of outdoor enthusiasts came together to form the Wolverine Nordic Mountain Society in 1995 – to create and maintain a system of trails for hikers and cross-country skiers. Helm has been their secretary ever since. “In the summertime, I walk, run or cycle to work and in the winter I cross-country ski to work and back,” said Helm. “How many places in the world can you do things like that?” Around the turn of the century, Tumbler Ridge experienced a huge economic blow with the closing of two coal mines. However, it was in 2000 that Helm’s son Daniel, who was just eight years old at that time, and another boy, would make a discovery that would make Tumbler Ridge world-renowned for more than just coal. Story continued on Page 13
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He later served as MP for Kootenay East-Revelstoke from 1980 to 1984, and from 1988 to 1993 with the New Democratic Party. Parker said he’s been following the Site C project with interest and he advised the board to seek legal counsel. “I would strongly recommend that your group take a look at getting a good lawyer,” he said. A lawyer represented his municipality and other groups when they made their presentations at hearings regarding the Columbia River dams, and BC Hydro paid the legal fees. He said while significant concessions were made to Revelstoke – a new fire hall and recreation centre, for example – he said they are still dealing with the impacts to the river. “When you flood a reservoir like this, all the animals, all the life of that river is gone,” he said. He said they are still coping with shoreline erosion along the reservoirs and he believes the soils in the Peace River Valley will be even more vulnerable to erosion than along the Columbia River.
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A day for the dinosaurs, and their fans, held in Tumbler Ridge
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(Above): Residents can be thankful the ferocious Acrocanthosaurus is no longer roaming the region and is now only a display at the Dinosaur Discovery Gallery in Tumbler Ridge.
By Matthew Bains TUMBLER RIDGE – Under the cover of dim halogen lights, the Acrocanthosaurus – a dinosaur resembling the infamous Tyrannosaurus Rex – stalks its prey: a four-legged, armoured Animantarx. Of course, the fearsome carnivore will never catch its meal, because it’s stuck to a fixed position as part of a display at the Dinosaur Discovery Gallery in Tumbler Ridge. However, it is a reenactment of a scene that might have happened some 150 million years
ago in what is now the Peace Region, explained resident palaeontologist Lisa Buckley. She said the two much smaller carnivores waiting to scavenge any remains from the kill are the ancestors of tyrannosaurs, but they are of a species not yet named. “Not only are we showing what the animals looked like, but also the tracks they would have made,” said Buckley. “I believe that’s a one-of-a-kind display for North America.” All together, the display is the centerpiece of the newly-renovated gallery, which re-
opened on May 15. The transformation was made possible through contributions from the federal government, the Peace River Regional District and the Northern Development Initiative Trust. “A lot of financial and volunteer effort went into making the gallery what it is today,” said Buckley. She said much of the credit goes to their two technicians, who worked tirelessly to put all the displays together. They used local contractors and artists to construct and design many aspects of the gallery. Admission to the grand opening was free, thanks to two anonymous donors. One of the new displays is a replica of the lower arm bone of a hadrosaur – a “duckbilled” dinosaur – part of the first complete dinosaur skeleton ever found in British Columbia. Buckley’s husband and colleague, palaeontologist Richard McCrea, said it could even be a new species of hadrosaur. He said about a third of the skeleton has been removed from the site and they hope to complete the excavation this year. He is hoping to find the remains of other dinosaurs during the dig. He said a lot of work goes into stabilizing the fossils so they can be moved without being damaged. They often use plaster jackets, like a cast on a broken bone. “We’re probably going to have to utilize helicopter support this year because now that we have large sections of the animal, we’re going to end up with 1,200-pound jackets and we won’t be able to carry those out,” said McCrea. He said once the fossils arrive at the museum, they use tools to meticulously remove the adhering rock from the bone. “When we’re finished with the preparation,
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Dr. Charles Helm has worn many hats during his 18 years in Tumbler Ridge – family physician, of course, but also outdoor enthusiast, fossil hunter, and author – but he says he’s most proud of his title as husband to wife Linda and father to son Daniel, and daughter, Carina, seen here in this 2006 photo. In a tale that is now part of the local history, Daniel and his friend Mark Turner were tubing down the rapids of Flatbed Creek just below Tumbler Ridge when they fell of their tube, forcing them to walk back upstream on the bedrock. They noticed a series of unusual depressions in the rock and were convinced they had discovered dinosaur footprints. Their insistence on the discovery led palaeontologist Rich McCrea from Alberta to visit Tumbler Ridge in 2001 and he confirmed it was in fact dinosaur footprints. Soon after, more tracks, and a bone, were found. The discovery was the catalyst for the formation of the Tumbler Ridge Museum Foundation and the Peace Region Palaeontology Research Centre and prompted McCrea and partner Lisa Buckley - British Columbia’s only two vertebrate palaeontologists - to move to Tumbler Ridge. More discoveries have since been made, including the province’s first complete dinosaur skeleton, which is being excavated this summer.
Helm said he knew nothing of palaeontology before those ing an author,” said Helm, adding his experiences in Tumbler discoveries, but he and other passionate locals felt it was impor- Ridge, and some time between being on call for work, allowed tant those resources stay in Tumbler Ridge. him to pursue writing. “There was no government funding – we had to start raising He said he doesn’t see himself living anywhere else and what the funds ourselves and doing the research and finding a place he’s most enjoyed about his 18 years in Tumbler Ridge is being to put all that stuff,” he said. “All the odds were against us, but able to share the many joys and wonders with his family. somehow, through a mixture of passion, luck, and just having “It all comes back to family in the end and the fact that we’ve a really strong core of people who were equally committed, we been able to enjoy this kind of balanced, well-rounded exishave succeeded.” tence as a family. That’s the most precious thing of all.” Helm has since served in almost every position on the board of directors for the mu9117 96A Street seum foundation and is currently their secretary. Fort St. John He said initially he became 250-785-2255 involved because his son and his daughter, Carina, were so passionate about finding new discoveries, but since he has become quite an avid fossil hunter himself. In fact, he has returned to South Africa many times to visit family, and his enthusiasm for finding ancient materials has led them to some discoveries in that country as well. Helm said they had a hand in discovering a trackway that may belong to a human from one of our earliest civilizations, although they are still awaiting confirmation. Somehow, with a full-time job as family doctor, and with all his other activities, he has Back, L to R: Megan, Jessica, Kari, Shaylene, Brianna, Melissa found the time to write five Front, L to R: Jessica (receptionist/manager), Chelsea( stylist/owner), Heather books, four of which are about Missing: Laura (nail tech) the history of the town and the local attractions. Get a fresh new look for spring! “I never anticipated becom- Alberta Repro 30093:Layout 1 5/11/10 1:21 PM Page 1
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Assessments subject of debate between rural directors, MLAs
By Matthew Bains PEACE REGION – The issue of farm classification by the BC Assessment Authority continues to be a pressing one for rural directors on the board of the Peace River Regional District. Rural directors put those concerns to the region’s two MLAs during a meeting on May 13. Electoral Area C director, Arthur Hadland, restated his view that properties in the Agricultural Land Reserve should receive farm status, regardless of the ability to meet farm income threshold. “There’s no other assessment where there’s a criteria for income and I don’t think agriculture should be subjected to that,” said Hadland. “If the land is in the ALR, it’s already committed, it has province-wide zoning.” He added the agricultural community is constantly harassed by the requirements and limitations placed on it. Electoral Area E director Tim Caton agreed, stating he couldn’t understand why active farmers and ranchers are reassessed year after year to determine if they meet the requirements of farm status. “When you have an active farm – and some of these places are 5,000 to 8,000 acres – and they have to take time out of their busy lives to fill out a pile of papers four years in a row, there’s something wrong with the Assessment Authority,” said Caton. He added he believes the ALR has failed in its purpose to protect agricultural land and has instead resulted in farmers not being able to receive fair market value when they sell their properties. Peace River South MLA Blair Lekstrom said he recognizes the issues around farm assessments have been troublesome for many farmers in the province for a number of years. However, he said he doesn’t believe giving all properties within the ALR farm status, and the tax breaks and exemptions that implies, is the right answer. “The whole idea is to make sure those benefits actually
go to bona fide farmers,” said Lekstrom. He said there are some rural residents who can meet the income threshold and other requirements without actually being farmers. However, he said there may be other ways they can look at helping farmers to meet that income threshold. “When I look at farm income, right now, lease payments aren’t included as income to meet your farm threshold,” he said. “I would like to think that in the future we could be successful in altering that.” He said the Assessment Authority may revisit a farm over multiple years when that farmer is just over the income threshold. “It’s based on the income filing that they had in order to reach that farm status the previous year, and if they were on the edge, [the assessment authority] would probably go back and evaluate that again.” Lekstrom said there may be ways to verify farm status that are less onerous for farmers, such as basing it on federal income tax filings to reduce duplication and paperwork. However, he said not all farmers are in favour of that idea. He added he supports the regional district’s call for a provincial review of the Agricultural Land Commission’s mandate, adding he believes it is long overdue. He has stated previously, though, that decision would have to come from the Minister of Agriculture and Lands. Peace River North MLA Pat Pimm added the issue of farm assessments is a big one with his constituents. “We have people coming in, worried about their assessments,” he said. “I think about 40 per cent of the appeals came through our office …so it’s certainly high on my agenda to move forward with that as well.” He said he feels there has been some progress made already, specifically in eliminating split classifications last year, which means if a farmer qualifies for farm status, that now applies to the whole property. The regional board has requested a meeting with Bill
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By Melanie Robinson FORT ST. JOHN – As a “book nut” it was an obvious decision for Marion Jarvis when she decided to volunteer at a library at her sons school in Manitoba. Now, approximately 14 years after starting with the Fort St. John Public Library, Jarvis, also a trustee on the library board, was recently recognized with a “Super Trustee Award” by the Provincial Library Association. “I was very shocked and then I was really kind of choked. Really, I didn’t expect it,” said Jarvis of her achievement. “I was surprised, it wasn’t anything I expected or looked for, either.” Jarvis said her appreciation for what she calls the hub of the community hasn’t changed over the years as technology itself changes. And from what she’s seen, it hasn’t changed for members of the community, either. NEED BLINDS.. TRY THE “BLIND MAN” “When you see the The Blindman SEZ” On Our 3 Brands of Good Custom amount of young moms coming in here with their Blinds(“Recession Prices”) High R Values from R2 to R6 with Tax Deductions Available children, they know where to start,” she said. Vertican 1” Aluminum, Venetians 60% OFF “Children need to read, PSC Fabric Verticals 60% OFF it’s an essential, even in this
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Community sponsors, along with local community groups, celebrated the 2009 United Way campaign on May 11 in Fort St. John. In total, $93,852 was raised in the city for local groups such as the BC Paraplegic Association, the NENAS Get Your Grub On program, the North Peace Community Resources Society’s Evening Mother Goose and Family Place programs and Success By 6. Here, the total is unveiled with much applause from those in attendance. The group has been in Fort St. John for six years.
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Previous experience an asset but not a prerequisite. If interested please forward your resume to salesmanager@northeastnews.ca or mail to The Northeast News 9909-100th Ave. Fort St. John BC V1J 1Y4
The Cat Rental Store® is an equal opportunity employer.
VEHICLEs FOR SALE
or phone 250-787-7030
Business Opportunity Investors wanted Overseas or Canada to purchase mill in Fort Nelson, BC and restructure for a flour mill production. Contact: John Stender 780.837.6337 or Glen Martin 780.788.9747
For Sale
For Sale
1989 34’Deluxe Vanguard Class A Motor Home $19,500.00 Extremely clean, no smoking/no pets, low mileage, duel fuel, dual air, dual furnaces, winter kit, TV, Microwave, built in Vac system. New hot water tank, solid wood cabinets, recent tune up, good Michelin tires. Trailer hitch, large awning and loads of storage. Phone 250-785-9418 Fort St. John
2004 Pontiac Montana luxury AWD - 6 cyl auto, power everything, entertainment package. Only 118,690Km, White with Gray interior. $12,253.00. St#0802A. Available now at Transport Honda, DL 8179. 8708 100th Ave, Fort St. John. Phone 250-785-1293.
1989 Ford F350 Truck. 15 – ½ roof trusses, NH847 round baler, 4 bottom plow, rollover guard and roller mill. Call: 250-843-7115 2006 Chev Silverado 2500HD LT-8 cyl auto, 4x4,White with Grey int. AC, alarm, alloy wheels, cruise, keyless entry and much, much more. $21,729.00 St. #09J6A. Available now at Transport Honda, DL 8179. 8708100th Ave, Fort St. John. Phone 250-785-1293. 2008 Honda Accord EX-L -4 cyl 2.4 liter automatic, fully loaded including leather seats. $26,238.00 St. #10P1A. Available now at Transport Honda, DL 8179. 8708 100th Ave, Fort St. John. Phone 250-785-1293. 2007 Honda Fit LX - 4 cyl aot, AC, AM-FM-CD stereo, anti theft, power locks, mirrors ,windows and steering, remote start. $9811.00. St # 10C8A. Give us a call at Transport Honda, DL 8179. 8708 100th Ave, Fort St. John. Phone 250-785-1293.
2003 Ford Focus ZTW - 4 cyl auto, full load of options including sunroof and heated seats. 122,561km. Black with Beige interior. $3,962.00. St. #09F4A See it today at Transport Honda, DL 8179. 8708 100th Ave, Fort St. John. Phone 250785-1293. 2006 Honda CR-V EXL 4x4 - 4 cyl auto, AC, alloy wheels, AM/FM/CD/cassette stereo, cruise, fog lights, heated mirrors and seats, leather interior, power locks, power mirrors, power steering, power windows, remote start and tow package. $21,683.00. St.# 10B11. See it now at Transport Honda, DL 8179. 8708 100th Ave, Fort St. John. Phone 250-785-1293. 2005 Toyota Camry LE Grey exterior,air cond, 4 cyl. great on gas, automatic, PS, cruise, AM/FM/CD stereo. Brand new summer and winter tires. 70,000 km.$11,700.00.Phone 250262-6327.
DISTRICT OF CHETWYND FACILITIES MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Department:
Parks & Recreation
Status:
Regular, FullTime
Classification:
FM Supervisor
Union:
CUPE Local 3052
Wages:
$26.72 - 27.80/hr plus benefits
Hours of Work: Varied (including evening & weekend shifts)
Chetwynd is located in the foothills of the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains in the Peace River area. Excellent recreation facilities, a diversified economy and being rated as BC’s most livable small community make Chetwynd a great place to live and work. Join us at the District of Chetwynd – we have an opening for a regular, full-time Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. Reporting to a designated supervisor, the incumbent will maintain and repair Recreation Complex facilities, equipment and exterior grounds including ice installation and maintenance; pool operation and maintenance; and building mechanical systems. The successful candidate will have a valid minimum Class 5 Driver’s License; valid BC Refrigeration Operator’s Certification (or equivalent); valid Pool Operator’s Certification – Level II (or equivalent); valid Icemaker’s Certification – Level I (or equivalent); RFABC Facilities Maintenance & Janitorial Course; ability to supervise and direct maintenance staff; extensive knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, heating, mechanical and electrical systems; and First Aid training. Completion of a criminal record check is mandatory for this job. Preference will be given to candidates with a Propane Handler’s Ticket, CPR, WHMIS, SCBA, Confined Space training and Playground Safety Inspection. We offer employees tremendous opportunities to apply and enhance their skills in a positive environment. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your application by 4:30 p.m. on June 4, 2010 to: Human Resources Officer, District of Chetwynd 5400 North Access Road, PO Box 357, Chetwynd, BC V0C 1J0 Fax No.: (250) 401-4101 Email: d-chet@gochetwynd.com Posted on May 17, 2010.
Business Opportunity
Investors wanted Overseas or local North America to purchase OSB Plant in Fort Nelson, BC for major refrigeration storage facility. Contact: John Stender 780.837.6337 or Glen Martin 780.788.9747
Business Opportunity Investors wanted global or local to develop Sea water conversion using Geothermal energy to create massive fresh water for the future. Call: John Stender 780.837.6337 or Glen Martin 780.788.9747
Log Homes We build, refinish and chink log homes. We also build solid wood rustic furniture. To view furniture call Lisa in FSJ 250.263.7765 or Doug in Hudon’s Hope 250.783.9156 lynxcreekwoodsmiths.com
Help Wanted Backcountry Vac & Steam is looking for experienced Vac and combo unit drivers. Email resumes to: brentreil23@hotmail.com Computer Technician to help design and maintain website for Farm Equipment dealer. Student or part time person preferred. Please apply by email to butlerfarm@telus.net or call 250785-1800 for more information.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITY
EXPERIENCED Regional Field Sales Personnel Fort St. John & Surrounding Area
United Safety is the leading provider of specialized safety services to the energy resource industry. At United Safety we foster an environment of employee challenge, growth and advancement opportunities. An organization which prides itself in responsible care, reliability, quality and a passion to make a real difference. We are currently seeking an Experienced Regional Field Sales Representative for Fort St. John, BC & surrounding area. The person must be well-organized, career oriented and have 3 – 5 years oilfield sales experience. Individuals with a strong work ethic, professional attitude and genuine interest in a dynamic career are encouraged to apply.
WE OFFER: • • • • • •
A work schedule to balance work & personal life Extended health & benefit plan Retirement savings program Paid sick day & bereavement leave Paid recertification & specialized training Career advancement
The following safety certificates are required as a minimum: • Enform H2S Alive • Enform Petroleum Safety Training (PST) with Options 8, 9, 10, 11 and Safe-T Disc (CSTS) • Standard First Aid This position is safety sensitive & requires the following: • Physical Demands Test • Medical Test (eye, hearing, PFT) • Drug & Alcohol Test • Driving Test • Drivers’ Abstract (current within 10 days) If you are interested & possess the requirements, please forward your resume, certificates & current driver’s abstract in confidence to Recruitment & Training:
# 2450 A/P Clerk: This Position is out of Tumbler Ridge. Candidates for this position will have previous experience with accounts payable and have a good understanding of accounting principles. # 2440 Operator for Oilfield Servicing Company: Operator for an oilfield servicing company. Candidates should have 4th Class Power engineering. This is a full time position. Candidates are required to have current H2S, 1st Aid 1 and current driver's license. Apply by resume, please include a drivers abstract and reference names and contact information. # 2451 Receptionist: Duties to include phones, front desk, filing, mail, and other duties as assigned. Candidates must have a Class 5 Drivers licence. # 2449 Office Administrator: This position is for vacation relief and may continue as 1/2 days for 2 to 3 days a week for the balance of the year. Candidates should have good computer skills. Training will be the first couple of weeks of the assignment. Duties to include phones, mail, data entry into an in-house program. # 2448 Customer Service Clerks: This is a great opportunity for candidates who are goal oriented and looking for a career. Candidates should have good computer skills, a mature attitude and good customer service skills. Must have a drivers licence. Our client will train. # 2446 Equipment Operator: This camp job with a large oil and gas company is an excellent opportunity for someone with Class 1 D/L and experience with HD equipment, grader experience an asset. Shift is 15on/13off.
104 East Lake Road NE, Airdrie, AB T4A 2J8 Email: careers@unitedsafety.net Phone # (403) 945-5000
Great Opportunities!
Fax # (403) 948-6768
Please reference the position when applying.
Read about us and to apply online: www.unitedsafety.net
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10139 101 Ave. Fort St. John, BC V1J 2B4 | p. 250.785.8367 | f. 250.785.4795 e. apply@macenna.com | www.macenna.com
Experienced Regional Field Sales Personnel April 23, 2010
South Peace Community Resources Society
10110 – 13th Street, P.O. Box 713, Dawson Creek, BC, V1G 4H7, Phone: (250) 782-9174
FREE GOLF Lone Wolf Golf Club is now hiring cooks for the busy golf season. Kitchen staff gets free golf so get your resume in. Please send resumes to: Dave Callum, General Manager Lone Wolf Golf Club 9999-99 Ave Taylor, BC V0C 2K0 Resumes can be dropped off, faxed to (250) 789-3703, or emailed to dcallum@districtoftaylor.com
Panda
Tank & Vac Truck SerViceS Has an immediate opening for:
• Vac Truck Operators • Tank Truck Operators We offer an excellent benefit package and competitive wages in a safe working environment. Please fax resume with drivers abstract to Fort St. John Branch
(250) 785- 4391
Posting Circular: Job-1529 OVERNIGHT WORKER POSITION – Community Support & Assisted Living Residential Programs Job 1529 Overnight Worker Closing Date: June 4, 2010 Submit Resumes to: Lori Brooks, Human Resource Coordinator P.O. Box 713 (10110-13th Street) Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4H7 Fax: (250) 782 4167 E-mail: lbrooks@spcrs.ca • Please include Competition Job-1529 with resume • Only short-listed applicants will be contacted • This position is open to female applicants only • This position requires union membership For more information please visit our Career Opportunity section at www.spcrs.ca. We look forward to hearing from you!
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RENTALS
FOR RENT Large one bedroom apartment. Owner operated. Clean and safe, heat and hot water included $750.00 call: 250-785-8665
SPACIOUS
Li-Car Management Group
Now taking applications for 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units. Call our office for more information or one of our Professional Site managers! Alpine- Bruce 250-785-1852 Bona Vista - Natasha 250-787-1075 Sandalwood- Bob 250-262-2011 Hillcrest- Glen 250-261-4216 Driftwood- Bob 250-262-2011 Melsher- Office 250-785-2662 Maplewood- Bob 250-262-2011 Graham- Office 250-785-2662 Killarney- Bob 250-262-2011 Ambassador- Sandra 250-263-1046 Green Glen- Bob 250-262-2011 Phone - Office 250-785-2662 Email: reception@licar.ca
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AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING BC Native Housing Corporation Applicants are needed in the following areas: Kelly Lake and Moberly Lake Fort St. John Families with low to moderate income preferred. To apply call the Prince George office
@ 250-562-9106
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phone: (250) 787.7030 Brenda Piper Fax 250.787.7090 toll free: 1.877.787.7030 Advertising Sales 9909-100th avenue salesmanager@northeastnews.ca fort st john, bc V1J 1Y4
250-785-6409 9708-108 St Fort St John
Accounting & Taxes accounting & taxes
Madeline Scott
Bookkeeping & Income Tax Business, Farming and personal Bookkeeping Accounting now offered
Ph: 250-263-0886 Fx: 250-785-1585 glass
31-9600 93rd Ave, Totem Mall Fort St. John, BC Glass
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want to advertise in the business directory? call
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Jim King info@kingcool.ca
ph: 250.787.1688 fax: 250.787.1682
10704-101 ave fort st. John, BC V1J 2B9
woodwork
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• New construction • Refinishing • Chinking Staining • Stairs and Railings • Gazebos Andrew Blaney Justin McKnight 250-785-8221 250-785-1490
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Community UPCOMING Calendar
May13 28to June 17 main event 1 p.m. and wheelchair chal- cut• flowers, Browse throughedbooks, magazines, jewellry, Alanon photography - Tuesday 8 and p.m.several Northern Lights May hanging baskets, children’s when burglars broke into their p.m., African home in at 2008. Come Theyou DCliving Society fora Community Living is gifts lengelove at 1:30 p.m.the ThisBurgens year is bigger and better flowersand planthear tables. will on be potCollege (backshow door). ••Are with chronic health condition? The and Univercategories. Look for the flower book in several locations. the There testimony how God’s carried hosting a fundraiser and “Access Awarenessare pleased with a barbecue, games etc. for the whole family. tery by to a talented local potter and many draws couple • The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life sity of Victoria and Northern Health Authority of- through ONGOING the ordeal. This Canadian from Vernon, BC have Day” at their office atLife 1334 102Chronic Avenue. The forinwonderful To register, go to or contact andforgiveness, so much more come Fort St. Johnin Fort Nelson will be held on June 5th. To regfer ‘Living a Healthy with Conditions’ Fort St. prizes chosen and–are returning to continue thewheelsinmotion.org missionary event This will free feature a free barbeque, bake sale,for persons eventwells, leadergrowing Lori Slater at (250) (250) and joinliving us! isterWomen’s go to www.cancer.ca/relay orseeking call Carmella • The Fort St. John Resource Society is motiJohn. six-session educationa program work they started in Kenya. Drilling food, and 787-1912, a perennial plant sale and much more. Three at (250) 500-2499team. If helping people sparks their volunteer with chronic health conditions will be available at #300,May 990029100 helping to support six orphanages.262-8599 The eventorisslaterl@shaw.ca. at Quality Inn at vated people to join prizes, including a children’s will be evenings ONGOING • Second “Yard Sale for the Cure” in Coupe your interest drop byPouce the office at #201, 10142-100 Ave. (above Avenue. The workshop meetsplayhouse, for six Wednesday fromannual 7 p.m. thatp.m. day.To For more or information or to memory Fort St. John of a dear friend and to support the Ca• Alcoholics Anonymous - Friday 8 p.m. Old Girl Guides Thrift Store) or call 250-787-1121. 6raffled p.m. tooff 8:30 register for more information, call Terry May 28 purchase raffle tickets, call (250) 782-2611. or e-mail • Alcoholics Anonymous think youRelapse nadian Breast Cancer FoundationHouses from 8ofa.m. Library (closed).Group 250-786-0155. •A Youth Prevention may be held weekly, in Cayer - Cordinator toll free at 1-866-902-3767 tcayer@ • Abbeyfield ForttoSt. John is holding their AGM at - If you May 29 Space is limited so call today. might havewelcome. a problem with drinking, to an at Mental 11 a.m. in the Sue Lavoie and Co.Lights parking lot Everyone • Youth Drop-In Pouce Coupe Community the come afternoons Health and atAddiction Services, #300 dccnet.com. 7 p.m. at Northern College. Direc• Indoor AA meeting. times someMarket on 103 Annex (the old Pouce library). Saturday 9900 or – 100 Ave.Church For more information call Chris or Shaun at May 23 flea market at Grandhaven Hall from across from the Co-Op tors andFarmer’s volunteers needed. Memberships will beCall soldfor prior to and places 9 a.m. toannual 1 p.m. on Saturday. a table for $20 talk to our (250) 785-8866. Avenuefeaturin Dawson Creek. This is Please an excellent 250-262-5269. nights 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Ages 13 to 17. • First Peace RegionRent Palaeontology Symposium the meeting ($10). come outone andtosupport home for or come to shop! Call Doris at (250) Fort St. John Multiple support opportunity to buy great stuffliving! at terrific Chetwynd • The Citizens Patrol is seeking people who can volunteer at ing the fourth annual Fossil Road Show,785-4843 speakers, door prizes andfor you senior’s independent For more•information call Clara at Sclerosis or Irenechildren’s at (250) 785-4329 more Spon- Ridge hasfive MShours and a month. prices while a worthy cause! Can’t make group. If you or anyone you know • Alcoholics Anonymous meets Tuesday and least Perfect for those new to town, those conguided activities.for Held at info. the Tumbler Publichelping (250) 785-6450. sored byand Grandhaven Community Association. to talk, about pleasesafety, it but still want toMay help?29Please contact me at have any questions or just need cerned Friday 8 p.m. the Public Library, 5012 46 whoatwant to atmake the community a safer Library Curling Rink. For more information contact (250) May 29 callSt.Susie (250)tuned 785-2381 at (250) (250) 719-1222 to •donate unwantedDay items Street. place to work, live and 250-788-9658 play. Call coordinator Connie 250-262242-3466. Accessany Awareness in Fort John.atStay to theor Sandi • Garage All proceeds breastinformation. can- 787-2652. • NA meets Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the Air4530 or RCMP liaison Rick 250-787-8100. May 23 sale and perennial plant exchange at that you may have. Northeast Newsfund for more Farmington from a.m. to noon. Sponsored • The Canadian Cancer Society Fort St. John Anonymous cer research, port waiting- If room. • Alcoholics you think you might have a prob• CountryHall dance at 9Farmington Hall featuring Highway 40!awareness Mayand 30 education. by the from Farmington Community To $15 each, unit meets the first Wednesday each month, Mayavail31 to June•25 Tumbler Ridge with drinking. Call for times and places or someone to talk to Dance 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., no Association. minors. Tickets The Fort Nelson Woman of Industry is holding a golf tourna- oflem reserve a sale table for $5 For phone Janeinformation, at (250) call September to June, noonand at the250-785-8866. Business Re• Spring into song voice Lots lessons • Alcoholics Anonymous - meeting Wed. 8 able at Farmington Store. more Clarisse mentwith at theprivate golf course. of door prizes, putter to beatwon 843-7617. sourcethat Centre behind the museum.Fort Volunteers with Caitlyn Triebel. Introduction to techniques Nelson p.m. 115 Commercial Park (Baptist Church). (250) 843-7954. an extra prize if a member brings a friend becomes a member. May24 29 always welcome. and repertoire forPlease singing in the classical tradi-at kprouse@sd81.bc.ca • Mondays: Bingo - 86 p.m. pm doors open, 7 pm • Alcoholics Anonymous - Monday Catholic Church May RSVP to Karen Prouse St. Forgotten Mark’s annual yard salePlayers with present • A Youth Relapse Prevention Group may(closed be games tion. Perfect begin. Community Centre Rms. 4Church and 5. Basement meeting); Wednesday 8 p.m. Catholic ••The Housegigantic -- Grizzly Valley a mati-for beginners May 30and experienced vodoors 8 a.m. 5at of thethe corner of 11 Street weekly, in theand afternoons Health alike, 12 years-old and up. Call KPAC at held TR Seniors Drop-In – Floor Basement; Thursday• 8Tuesdays: p.m. Catholic Church(55+) Basement; Saturday nee at opening 3 p.m. inatRoom Community Centrecalists in Tumbler • The Welcome Wagon events, the Baby Shower Grand- at Mental and 103 Avenue, Dawson Creek. Something for (250) 782-9325 to and Services, #300 – 100 Ave. Cafeteria; register. Cost: $140 fortaking 4 one-place curling, carpet card & board 8 p.m. Hospital Sundaybowling, 8 p.m. Friendship Centregames, Ridge. parent Showcase will be atAddiction the Stonebridge Hotel at 1- 9900 everyone! more information call Chris or• Cocaine Shaun at hour private lessons. coffee &- Tuesday cookies. 8Community Room Anonymous p.m. CatholicCentre Church Base-5 May 29 to 31 p.m. The Bridal Showcase will takeFor place at 6:30 p.m. 29 “Love and Romance” Retreat at The King’s (250) 262-5269. JuneValley 2 from 1-4 pm.Cafeteria. Small drop-in fee. ment; Friday 8 p.m. Hospital •May Couple’s May 30 • The Peace Songwriters’ Association • The Canadian Society Relay For Life • The Pre-school• Health will offer Taylor • Alanon - Tuesday 8 p.m. Northern Lights College (back door). Christian Camp.Region Accommodation available. For further informaThe 34Round-up annual Trutch Gymkhana is being heldCancer at the Mile monthly coffee house will be827-3549. at Under the Wil- free hearing, vision Fort Stspace Johnavailable will be held 29th.Coupe To developmental screen• Civil Air Search and Rescue (CASARA) Pouce tion or registration call (250) 206 and Trutch Rodeo Grounds, lots ofin camping and aon May low Cultural Cafe28 (corner of 9 Street and 103 ing to parents ofconcession register www.cancer.ca/relay or• Alcoholics call Gwen Anonymous children three years-old meetings every second at the Taylor - Friday 8 p.m.Tuesday Old Library (closed). May 17 to June will and be on4 site. Great family fun,goalltoages ride!! Please Avenue, Dawson Creek). Doors at 6top.m. at 1.800.811.5666. at 9 a.m.call at the Enerplex. There willfor bemore 250-786-0155 Fire Hall at 7 p.m. For information call Bob at • Triathlon Training clinics are open coming Fort St.starting John. Come Beth at (250) 262-5712 information. withand $5learn for admission and and opengetmic from 6for tothe games, • “Butterfly Families – Families •Supporting activities and assessments along with a 250-789-9152 250-787-5802. Computer Class at the Pouceor Coupe Seniors Hall every Monout about triathlon prepared local upcomJune 4 7:30triathlons. p.m., andHeld againonfrom closing. Fea- on Families” iswith open caregivers children road safety workshop for the children, dentalin conjunction The Alaska Highway RRA (Recreation Airdayofand Wednesday• from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Low Iming May8:30 3, 4,toand 6 are clinics swimming • Ladies out of town dinner thetoOilallMen’s tured performer Ian Smith and Friends will be and and youth with Needs. Wepact meetexercise the thirdclasscraft check and plentyGolf of resources. Forpresented more inforAssociation) meets10:30-11:30 every third Thursday every Thursday from a.m. Openat stroke improvement, bike tuning and equipment triathlon. Tournament by OilWives Club ofSpecial FSJ. Cocktails performing from local 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.and Come and about Wednesday every at thetoChild Devel-For more mationevents, please call the at the the Taylor Fire Hall 7:30 p.m. For information everyone! information callatCarol at 250-786-5673 Come hear from triathletes askout questions at 6(250) p.m. 262-7410 and dinneroratcall 7 p.m. PomeroyofInns andmonth Suites. enjoy local talent, music, writers steplike. up Sign 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 10408 call Richard at 250-782-2421 or Heath at (250) Child Referral agency entertainment, at opment Centre Chetwynd training, preparation and poets, anything elseoryou upCare at theResources Ticketsand are $50 and include: dinner,from dessert, wine, and take yourLeisure turn at the mic! for all, yummy 105 Tickets Avenue.available Does your child have learning, be- Anonymous (250) 785-5701. 785-4758. meets Monday and Friday at 8 p.m. at • Alcoholics North Peace Pool or Fun contact Becky at (250)787-5780 or jewellry draw, games and door prizes. at Flowhome baking and delicious beverages, everyone havior or other complex special Would Centre. June 5 Dawson Creek the Friendship 250-788-9658 bkeim@fortstjohn.ca for more information. ers by Tamee, Frontier Jewellers. Call Marlene (250) 785-8737 or needs? welcome. like to connect with other caregivers? Child Wednesday • The DawsonDebbie Creek Public willfor host • Craftatgroup Health and room. Addic• NA meets 8 p.m.forat Mental the Airport waiting Upcoming local Triathlons include: at (250)Library 787-5100 moreyou information. May 29 Creek May 24 a few& Thursdays: “Books in Bloom” June starting tions Clients. Meets 1:30 at 1017• Tuesdays Minor ballThurs 5 pm-7 pm-3:30 at Chetwynd Dawson 6 at 2 p.m. Join us for: minding available but please call ahead • Yard Sale June for the meeting. 785-3200 crafts, 103 Ave., Dawson Creek. (250) 782-4410. &for Rec. Centre Diamonds. Fort St. John 7 Cure from 8 a.m. to 11 perennial swap, composting • Rotary demo, Manorflower Annual Garagedays Salebefore from 9thea.m. to 12 Call noon.(250)Ballpark a.m. 709-103 in Dawson Creek kids seed planting, more information. community gardens and hor-items, Tumbler Ridge • Alcoholics Anonymous - meets Mon., Tues., FortatNelson JuneAvenue 28 1121-90 Avenue. Household tools, toys, furniture, coffee (parking across • Pregnancy tests, pregnancy peer- Anonymous information, tea party Fri., & Sat., -8meeting p.m. at Peace Unit. • Alcoholics Wed. River 8 p.m.Health 115 ComMay 12 lot to July 28 from the Co-op Farmers’ ticultural societyand donuts andamuch more.and Donations welcome after May 4 (no options, Market). Please join meGroup and hundreds offrom Cana-6:30more. andprograms support and are available the(Baptist 782-4661 for more All info.proceed to counselling Wed. 8 p.m. Hospital Education Room. All mercial at Park Church). • Relapse Prevention - Tuesdays - 8:30 Call p.m.(250) at appliances please). toward resident dians across country forServices. a massive one-day Norththere Peace Pregnancy Care New loca- Bingo 5 meetings open. - 6 pmare doors open, 7 pm games begin. ComMental Healththe & Addiction Contact Dennis atJune (250)262activities. Rain or shine, no early birds, will be no sales be-Centre.• Mondays: yard sale. All proceeds help fund breast cancer TD Bank). • Rotary Manor Mile 0 Al-Anon meets 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. munity Centre Rms.•4&5. 5269. foreannual 9 a.m. garage sale from 9 tion at #208 10139 100 Street (above research, from 10 TRevery 90 14 Avenue with items for Drop in hours Monday and Wednesday Tuesday Parkhill Community • Tuesdays: Seniors (55+) evening Drop-In at – Floor curling, carpet May 23awareness and education. If you can’t a.m. to noon at 1121 June join me, Derrick you can Dance still help by getting yourwill sale to 2wheel, p.m. and from noon to 4 card p.m. & School including toys,infur9700-5th Street,&Dawson bowling, board games, coffee cookies.Creek. Community • The Club of Fortrid St.ofJohn be hosting a household • Rick items, Hansentools, Wheels Motiona.m. walk, runTuesday and wheelclutterfrom and donating thisinevent. If youCitizens wish Hall or to make an at appointment call ourCentre 24 hour hot-5 from• 1-4 niture, coffee andchair donuts and much more. DonaRelapse Prevention. Mental Room pm. Small drop-in fee. Health and Addance 9 p.m. toit1to a.m. the Senior at 10908 challenge. Registration at 12:30, event starts 1 p.m. in Cento donate help us raise money to create line event at (250) 262-1280. All services are free and dictions tionsmembers welcome anytime (no appliances please).contact 1017-103rd Ave., Dawson Creek, (250) • Wednesdays: TR Seniors (55+) Drop-In – Cribbage, Whist & 100 Street.items Musictoby Night Sounds. Members $10, non tennial Park. For information, leader Lori Slater at a future without19breast cancer, please contact me All call proceeds toward residentorprograms and completely confidential. 782-4410.welcome! Fridays from 11Library. a.m. Everyone good company. Beginners 7 pm10intothe Small $12. Everyone and over is welcome. For information Lucy go (250) 787-1912 slaterl@shaw.ca email at: mbirmingham@shaw.ca. Fort Nelson activities. welcome! Please call to confirm meeting. drop-in fee. atvia(250) 785-2867 or Judy at (250) 787-0460. July 12 May23 29 Alcoholics Anonymous 8 p.m. June 7 • The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life Taylor May • North Peace Horticultural Society• plans their annual Garden- Monday Anglican on the grounds next at •the Church Basement meeting); Annual of Fort St.and John in Dawson Creek will be held on June 5th.secTo Air Search and Rescue (CASARA) meetings every •• The MagicSpring of SamFair Pearce Show is scheduled Stone-General Tour.Meeting Bring your family tour aCatholic variety of Fort St. John gar-(closed• Civil to the Hotel creditwith union Cosmic Grounds Olympicsdens. at 7 p.m. at the Fort Bowling Wednesday 8 p.m. Catholic Church to Hall www.cancer.ca/relay or call Marie ondBasement; Tuesday at theregister Taylorgo Fire at 7 p.m. For information call bridge theand show to benefit the Fortfrom St. JohnSpecial Firefighters. 11May a.m.25toto3 May p.m. 29 A fun family outing. Bring Lanes. Everyone welcome. at (250) 784-1913. August 1 Come support the Thursday 8 p.m. Catholic Church BobBasement; at 250-789-9152 or 250-787-5802. the• Do family hamburgers and hot dogs or tea Saturday 8 p.m. Hospital Cafeteria;• New Sunday 8 Archery special olympic athletes our community. • TheisCanadian Dawson • Thein Marilyn Leffler Memorial Ride and Show ‘n Shine in supTotem now at theCancer Taylor Society, Community Hall you for think you’ve been treated unfairly by a B.C. governand goodies live music, a jazz loFriendship Centre. Regis- Tuesdays and Thursdays June Creek Unit, meets Mondaynewtotemof every port of the Canadian Cancer Societyp.m. BC and Yukon Region. from 6-9 the p.m.lastContact ment ministrywith or public agency? Theband B.C.and Ombudsman may13 be cal entertainers. will be a staff children’s • Cocaine Anonymous - Tuesday 8 p.m. Cath- month, September to June, at 7 p.m. in their of• The eighth annual Rick Hansen Wheels tration begins July 1 for this allinday event at Casey’s Pub in Fort St. archery.com. able to help. The There Ombudsman’s will bearea, in the following clowns, ponyonrides, a petting zoo, colouring olic motorcycle Church Basement; Friday Hospital Motion event inJohn. Fort Show St. John will be held for at seven fice at 1000 105 Avenue inAircraft DawsonAssociation) Creek. New ‘n Shine awards categories and 8 p.m. • The Alaska Highway RRA (Recreation communities the dates listed below, and are available by apcontest, fish pond and toys and books for sale. CallCentennial Park lots withofregistration 12 Cafeteria. welcome. door prizes.starting Event at includes a ride to the viewpoint on the meets every thirdvolunteers Thursday always at the Taylor Fire Hall at 7:30 p.m. pointment to discuss your problem or complaint. 1-800-5673247 to book an appointment or see www.ombudsman.bc.ca for Hudson’s Hope Road. Everyone welcome to this fundraising event For information call Richard at 250-782-2421 or Heath at 250to fight cancer. 785-4758. more info. August 21 to 23 Dawson Creek Fort Nelson May 25 • The North Peace Horticultural Society presents their 16th an• The Dawson Creek Chamber of Commerce luncheons are Fort St. John May 26 nual Flower Show and Exhibition at the North Peace Cultural Cen- held the first Thursday of each month at noon at the Best Western. Dawson Creek May 27 tre. The event will be open to the public on Aug. 22 from 3 p.m. to Different guest speaker each month. Members and Non-members Mackenzie May 28 7 p.m. and on Aug. 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Awards presenta- welcome. Contact: Lesley Pewarchuck 250-782 4868. Chetwynd May 29 tions will take place at 4 p.m. Refreshments will be available by If your non-profit group has events or meeting you wish pubMay 27 • John and Eloise Bergen, missionaries working with ‘Hope for donations on both Saturday and Sunday while the show is open. lished, send them by fax to (250) 787-7090 or via email to: edithe Nations’ in Kenya were brutally attacked and severly wound- Categories include arrangements, art, houseplants, patio plants, tor@northeastnews.ca.
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Youth entrepreneurs cleaning up Dawson Creek with project By Matthew Bains DAWSON CREEK – A group of young people in Dawson Creek are learning the ins and outs of starting their own business. Ten participants in the Youth Outlook 360 program have been receiving lessons from local businesses on how to start their own venture.
After brainstorming what skills they had to offer and learning about aspects such as pricing and marketing, the group is launching “YO Yards,” a business providing yard work, sweeping, window and gutter cleaning, carwashes, pressure washing and painting. The money they earn will help themselves, and their community.
“For the time being, we’re all trying to raise money for our school tuition,” said participant Kendra Shank. The money will help them pay for training courses provided through distance education. The project is the result of a partnership between the Kiwanis Enterprise Centre in Dawson Creek and Junior Achievement BC, which delivers business education programs to youth. Project co-ordinator Anna Bridges with the Enterprise Centre said the initiative began with finding volunteers from the business community to help. “It’s sharing knowledge with the young people coming up,” said Bridges. “ We’re finding there is a lack of business training and Junior Achievement is a wonderful tool to bring that to young people.” She said the project is done over five to six weeks and then the group will decide whether to carry on. Katie Bull, marketing manager for the Co-op Mall, was one of the volunteers who stepped forward to train the group. She said she helped Safe Routes them determine their costs of supplies and labour so “Northern Gateway’s shipping they could establish prices routes can be safely navigated for their services and what by the largest ships proposed for information they needed in their marketing materithe project. In fact, at 1.4 km*, als. the narrowest points of the “They seem to be very Douglas and Principe Channels thirsty for knowledge,” she said of the group. have waterway-to-vessel width “They want to know how ratios three times wider than things work and they get Transport Canada’s minimum excited when you show them how much money recommendation.” they could make.” Chris Anderson, The project fits in well Master Mariner, Principal, Portplan with Youth Outlook 360, said the program manager Dorothy Smith,and it will be followed by 15 weeks of work experience. She said many of them don’t have the time or resources to obtain a formal post-secondary education, Douglas and Principe so the group provides Channels (Kitimat) skills training, and coursNarrowest point of waterway: 1.4 km es through distance education. Shank said they’ve started putting up flyers throughout the city. Anyone interested in hiring them should phone (250) 782-1518.
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Specifically, he said he’s convinced that coelocanths (pronounced see-low-kanth), an the aptly-named Albertosaurus, the most order of fish still living today whose ancesdominant predator of its time and place, was tors predated dinosaurs. not a solitary hunter, as is commonly beBuckley said educational summer prolieved. grams will start soon, as well as guided tours He said a bone bed in Dry Island Buffalo of nearby dinosaur track ways. For more inJump Provincial Park, first discovered by formation about the gallery or those summer palaeontologist Barnum Brown in 1910, and programs, call (250) 242-DINO (3466) or go then relocated by Currie in 1998, suggests online to www.trmf.ca. that the carnivores may have hunted in packs. He said that’s because the remains of at least 12 of the carnivores were found there, and perhaps as many as 20 are there, but only one herbivore, which is an unusual ratio. Currie said there can never be definitive proof about di2010 PJ Campaign nosaur behaviour, but cirIt has come to our attention that there are some cumstantial evidence has members of our community that need our help. made him skeptical that Albertosaurus and other large We are making carnivores were solitary hunters. our priority He said their behaviour has always been compared to On behalf of the Women’s Resource Centre, Women’s/ Children’s modern-day reptiles, which Emergency Shelter and Foster Parents of Fort St. John, we are raising are not social animals, but he money to supply 1,000 “Sweet Dreams Initiative” kits for local children in crisis. said his studies of Komodo Each kit will include: 1 pair of pyjamas, 1 reading/picture book, 1 stuffed dragons suggests even large, teddy bear, 1 toothbrush, toothpaste, 1 night light and an addressed stamped postcard for the child to send a thank you to the supplier. solitary predators will work together to take down much We would like to thank you for helping us meet this goal and most of larger prey. all, thank you for helping these children in need. Other presentations at the To make a donation or receive more information please contact your local Western Financial Group Office: symposium included what footprints can reveal about the dinosaurs that made them such as size and movement patterns. Another speaker told the 10504 -100 Ave 9800 - 93 Ave 9508 - 93 Ave 5 - 10230 - 100 St. group about the evolution of 250-785-4408 250-785-9922 250-785-9957 250-785-2225
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