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July 1, 2010 - Vol.7 - No.24
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Gaming grant funding receives mixed reactions from community groups By Matthew Bains
Hospital/care home update - See Page 3
Volunteers needed See Page 13
Artists of the Peace - Page 14
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PEACE REGION – It was a bit of good news and bad news last week as provincial gaming grants were announced for communities in the Peace region. The grants were allocated in the categories of arts and culture, and sports that cater to youth and the disabled. Not all the groups in those categories received their funding, as the final notification for those community groups is Aug. 31. “I’m not going to say that everybody is going to get what they wanted, and I don’t really know how that compares with last year, but what I will say is it is a yearly grant, and I’m happy to be able to at least pass this back into the community,” said Peace River North MLA Pat Pimm. Pimm had gathered representatives from 12 different community groups from Fort St. John, Taylor and Charlie Lake on June 21 to present them with the amounts of gaming grant funding they would each receive, totaling over $244,000. He said if some groups didn’t receive the funding they were expecting, he would be happy to work with them to see what the reasons for that were. He said he doesn’t see the amounts until they’re announced by the Ministry of Housing and Social Development. The government has consolidated the bingo affiliation and direct access grants groups used to apply for into one fund. For sports, adult teams and groups are now ineligible for funding. Pimm said he agrees with the focus on children given the fiscal deficit the Province is in. “I think the ministry has done a good job at reevaluating, and taking a look at the grants specifically. This is a grant to help communities in need of extra funding, He said the government has honoured all the three-year contracts it
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Representatives from 12 community organizations in the Fort. St. John area were presented with their gaming grant funding amounts by Peace River North MLA Pat Pimm on June 22 at his constituency office. Some groups in the Peace region are pleased that their funding has been maintained while others are reeling from funding cuts. had signed with social agencies, but said those contracts will not be continued after that period expires. He added grants have been fully restored for parent advisory councils (PACS) and District Parent Advisory Councils (DPACS). Pat Long, president of Fort St. John Minor Hockey, and Dave Armstutz with both the Stingrays and Inconnu Swim Club in Fort St. John said their respective groups received the same amount of funding from last year, so they were pleased. “It helps us provide programs for our kids at a reasonable rate, and that’s the whole point of accessing the fund is to make sport available in our community for our youth,” said Long. However, in the South Peace, the announcements were met by disappointment from local arts groups. Terri Hanen, manager of the Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre, said the their funding has been cut in half by $10,000. She said it didn’t come as a
huge surprise, and she’s glad they received any money at all, but it means they’ll have to look at other ways of raising funds. She said unfortunately, the ticket sales for their current raffle draw have been disappointing, as they haven’t even reached the break-even point yet. “What the means is if by the time the draw date roles around on Aug. 21, if we haven’t even made enough money for one of the prizes, we may have to put in $15,000 of our own money.” She said she remains optimistic that as the event is promoted more and the draw date draws closer, more tickets will be purchased. However, Hanen said they’re also waiting to hear the fate of an Arts Council grant they’re received in the past. She said gaming grant funding for the Kiwanis Band and the Art Gallery has been cut entirely. “Arts and culture have really taken
a hit this year in BC,” she said. That is unacceptable to Shaely Wilbur, president of the Northern Lights Bingo Association in Dawson Creek. “For our groups in the North, if they don’t have that funding they can’t provide the services,” she said. “It costs more to travel, it costs more to provide these services to our communities. They’re (The Province) taking money from our gaming centre and not giving it back to us.” Wilbur said all the groups who have had their grants cut should utilize the appeals process, as there are circumstances that could be corrected. She said, for example, one of the reasons given for the funding cut to the Kiwanis Band is that they still had 50 per cent of their funding from the year before, but she said they had to apply in December, and that money had already been allocated, just not spend. More on this story in the next edition of the Northeast News.
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Hospital and care homes project moving ahead, utilizing local wood
He said the maternity ward has seven rooms designed to handle all stages of care, from labour to delivery to recovery to post-partum. “They use to have to move the mom around, depending on what stage she was in her delivery process, but today it’s all done in one room.” He added the rooms will also be more accommodating for the partner and their family members. He said the second floor will house a rehabilitation program with state-of-theart equipment, as well as the in-patient units. “A majority of the rooms are single-bed rooms, so there’s a lot more privacy there, and there’s less opporContributed photo tunity for infection.” Three-hundred thousand board feet of locally harvested wood will be used in the conSparrow added the hosstruction of the two new care homes in Fort St. John. Northern Health’s project direc- pital will also have a full tor says the hospital and care homes remain on budget and on schedule. out-patient department, two operating rooms, and new By Matthew Bains clinical decision units. FORT ST. JOHN – Forestry in the Fort St. John area will He said they will also have a full academic program that get a boost with the construction of the two new residential will allow students from rural areas across the province to care facilities in the city, under the Province’s Wood First train in the hospital and residential care homes. Act. “There’s going to be excellent training and facilities The Act requires requires provincially-funded building available for them – lecture rooms, simulation rooms, vidprojects to consider wood as their primary construction eo conferencing rooms.” material. The residential care project, being constructed He added the hospital will be connected via Telehealth next to the hospital, will use 300,000 board feet of lum- and video conferencing to specialists in other regions for ber purchased locally from the nearby Canfor sawmill. both academic and clinical purposes. Wall panels will be pre-manufactured at Winton Global in Sparrow said both the hospital and care homes are being Prince George. designed to optimize natural sunlight and scenery, which “It’s all local wood that’s going into that project, it’s will improve the quality of life for patients, residents and a local business that’s supporting, and all the framing is staff alike. The project is also kept here in the North, so I’m very happy about that,” said being built to LEED Gold Peace River North MLA Pat Pimm. standards in environmental While the hospital will be built using mostly steel and design and sustainability. concrete, wood will be used wherever possible in the inHe said the entire project terior finishing, said Tom Sparrow, director of the hospital remains on schedule and on and residential care project for Northern Health. budget. He explained ISL Health – the project company re“We have a maximum sponsible for designing, building, and then financing and expenditure of money at maintaining the facilities for the next 30 years –obtained a $297.9 million, and we will special rating to use locally-harvested wood in some areas not go over that. If for some of the facilities. reason, in the design, we “It’s essentially a made-in-northern-BC solution, which have to overdesign someof course supports Northern Health, and our responsibili- thing or change something, ties to the government,” said Sparrow. then we will compensate for Gareth Hurlbut, general manager of the project for ISL that with the funds we have Health, said they could have put a bid out to tender all somewhere else in the projover North America to supply the wood, but they wanted ect.” to work with the community and ensure those jobs stayed Hulbut said the advantage local. to this public-private-part“The fact that you actually had a wood plant up here, it nership (P3), is that there is a just seemed nonsense not to do a deal with them and to use built-in lifecycle budget that their skills and the local skills that were available,” said will require the company to Hurlbut. repair floors, repaint, and reSparrow said the two care home buildings – referred to place some of the furniture as “House A” and “House B” – each have two floors, with and equipment, for example, a total of 123 bed spaces. He said residents from the Pouce at certain times. He said ofCoupe Care Home, Peace River Haven and North Peace ten with public buildings the Care Centre, will be consolidated into the new facility, maintenance suffers over with some additional beds over and above that. time because those funds are “A lot of those folks (from Pouce Coupe) are actually used to cover budget shortFort St. John residents who had to be placed in those fa- falls in other areas. He said cilities because of the lack of the bed space here. It’s very after this contract expires positive in that we are actually going to be bringing them in 30 years, his company is home.” required to turn over the faHe said the homes will be organized into units of 12 cility to Northern Health in a to 20 beds, each with its own servery, living room, and certain, predetermined conkitchen area. dition. “We’ve used what’s referred to as the Eden or Plaintree “It’s strictly dealing with approach, and the philosophy there is that the residents are the facility itself,” said Sparnot living in our offices, our clinical staff are working in row. “It has noting to do their homes.” with the clinical, it has nothAs for the hospital, Sparrow said it will be a 55-bed, ing to do with the care of any acute care hospital, with an emergency room more than of the patients or residents, double the size of the existing one. it doesn’t even include the
clinical equipment.” ISL Health is providing $34.9 million in equity for the project, while the Peace River Regional Hospital District is funding $98 million, and the Province is funding the rest. The project has a substantial completion date of May 31, 2012, and residents are expected to move into the care homes in July and August of that year.
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Crews contain Northeast fires, fire restrictions now in place By Matthew Bains NORTHEAST – A fire ban has been implemented as fire crews work to put out the last remnants of two noteworthy fires in the region. The Province’s Wildfire Management Branch confirms as of June 23, a fire estimated to be about 335 hectares in size in the Beatton River area about 150 kilometres north of Fort St. John was 100 per cent contained, with crews continuing to extinguish any remaining hot spots. The fire, discovered on June 20, was reportedly caused by a lightning strike, but Mother Nature also helped put the fire out with 11 milimetres of rain falling in the area in one night. An evacuation alert issued by the Peace River Regional District has since been lifted, although there were reportedly no residences located in the area.
Officials also report a wildfire was contained 2.5 kilometres west of Pink Mountain – about 150 kilometres north of Dawson Creek – as of June 22. The fire, discovered on June 17, was also caused by lightning, and reached an estimated 60 hectares. An evacuation order has also since been rescinded, but this fire was in the area of residences. As of June 25, an estimated 10-hecatre fire in the area of Clarke Lake, about 10 kilometres southeast of Fort Nelson, was 100 per cent contained, although mop up and patrol efforts continued. It was reportedly caused by a lightening strike and discovered on June 23. It was not an interface fire, meaning no homes were in danger. Although these fires were caused naturally, the Prince George Fire Centre – which includes the entire Northeast – reports that 104 of the 129 fires they have responded to since April 1 have been human caused. Due to the high fire danger rating, all open fires have been restricted in size as of June 24. All open fires, including campfires, over half a metre in width or height
are now prohibited. Fireworks of any size or description or also prohibited. Fires for burning waste, slash or other material that are larger than 0.5 metres in height or width, are not allowed, and no more than two piles of waste, slash or other burning, is permitted. Stubble or grass burning over any area is not allowed. The ban doesn’t apply to cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes. The restrictions and prohibitions apply to all provincial parks, Crown and private lands outside of the boundaries of incorporated municipalities, which have their own bylaws and should be contacted before lighting a fire. Anyone contravening an open fire prohibition may be issued a ticket for $345, or, if convicted, be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced to one year in jail. If the contravention causes or contributes to a wildfire, the person may be subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 and be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs.
By Matthew Bains DAWSON CREEK – City council’s plan to move forward with an effluent water reuse project was met with opposition from local floatplane pilots. City Hall had proposed to temporarily drain, and then shorten the floatplane base at the airport – an artificial lagoon used by floatplane pilots to take off and land – from 5,000 feet to 4,000 feet. That would allow a cell to be created to store treated water from the treatment plant until it could be reused by natural gas companies for their hydraulic fracturing operations in the area. However, a delegation of six active and retired local pilots attended a council meeting on June 21 to voice their concerns about those plans. “At its proposed shortened distance, we feel that doesn’t give sufficient room for overrun,” said Mike Zygun, president of the Mile 0 Flying Club. “The general consensus from every pilot we’ve talked to is the shortening is an unsafe situation.” He said they support the project, but he said they weren’t aware of the implications for the floatplane base, and were only informed a week before the meeting. He added the safety concerns may put a national rally, planned for the summer of 2013, in jeopardy. “We’re expecting, depending on weather, between 200 to 500 aircraft to join the city from all across Canada,” said Zygun. Howard Moody with Northwind Air – the only commercial pilot currently using the base – said he is concerned where he might go if he can’t continue using the base in Dawson Creek. He said it’s the only one in the area where planes can be taken out of the base easily in the winter. He said it is actually one of two man-made floatplane bases in Canada – the
other being in Quebec. Moody said the timing of the temporary draining of the base was bad because it would take place during the busiest times of the year, and he added pilots should have been informed earlier of those changes. Sam Barber, who said he used to fly his Cessna-180 in and out of the base for 16 years, told councilors the safety concerns were regarding taking off more than landing. “On certain days, like the last couple of days we’ve had, it’s been very hot with not much wind, which makes it very difficult to take off,” said Barber. “If in airplane runs into trouble, and if the base is shortened, they’re going to plop right into that thing (the holding cell), and you’re going to be picking people out of the water.” Bill Ebert, who uses a floatplane to work with outfitters and guides in the region, suggested the city should create a new lagoon that could be gravity fed, avoiding the use of massive pumps. He said they could utilize students from the heavy equipment operators course at the Northern Lights College to help do the work. He said the floatplane base is a valuable assest now, and in the past. “You all know how important aviation is, and has been, to the North, it’s one of the things that have opened it up.” However, councilor Bud Powell said he wasn’t convinced the base would be unusable if it was shortened to 4,000 feet. He said they had information from Transport Canada that the length would be sufficient for taking off. The City of Dawson Creek has partnered with Shell Canada on the project, with the purpose of replacing the water that is drawn from the Kiskatinaw River by the city and used by the oil and gas industry, therefore extending the use of the city’s sole source of drinking water. “What we’re doing with this effluent reuse (project) is critical to us, and how we do it and when we do it is also critical to us,” said Powell. “We must have very good reasons why we can’t do it.” He added the city has subsidized the operations of the base in the past, which is pushing the limits of their mandate in the Community Charter. “It’s something that Dawson Creek has provided to the commercial pilots and everybody for absolutely no fee, so the taxpayers are subsiding for no reason other than you guys use it.” Councilor Marilyn Belak said the effluent reuse project is “crucial,” and added she was also was concerned about subsidizing private businesses. Council voted unanimously later in the meeting to proceed with the project as planned.
Plans for water reuse project met with opposition from local pilots
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New energy minister discusses Northeast issues
By Matthew Bains NORTHEAST – The province’s new Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, Bill Bennett, spoke to the Northeast News on June 25 about his new role and his perspective on issues important to the Northeast region. Bennett said he was born and raised in a small town and has always lived in rural communities throughout Canada, and he has called Cranbrook home for nearly 20 years. He was elected as the MLA for East Kootenay in 2001, and first served in Cabinet as Minister of State for Mining. He would later be appointed Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Arts, and most recently, Minister of Community and Rural Development, before being named to his new position. “Premier Campbell knows I have a long-standing commitment to, and interest in, natural resources,” said Bennett. “I’m also a long-time rural advocate – I’m in politics because of my interest in rural people, rural communities and rural Canada.” He said he has always advocated aggressively for the resource industries – whether for forestry, mining, oil and gas or others – because of their importance to the provincial economy. However, he said living in Cranbrook, which has significant coal mining and methane gas exploration in the area, has made him aware of many of the issues surrounding resource extraction. “This is not new to me – I am familiar with the controversies and the interplay between resource extraction and the people who live in an area.” He added although he’s not as familiar with the Northeast as his two predecessors – Blair Lekstrom and Richard Neufeld – he said his time as Minister of Community and Rural Development has allowed him to become acquainted with many of the local government officials in the region. Bennett said while he understands how important the oil and gas industry is in the Northeast, he also knows there are issues surrounding its development, specifically around local hiring and impacts to air and water quality.
Gas Activity Act to be delayed or halted. “I don’t intend to be slowing down anything.” As for the Site C Dam, he said his government fully intends to proceed with the project should it receive environmental certification. However, he said he’s no stranger to the controversies surrounding large hydroelectric dams, referring to the dams on the Columbia River near where he lives. “I will make it one of my first duties to get up there and talk to people on all sides of this issue, but certainly, I don’t want to leave the impression that there is any chance that we’re going to change our mind just because we have a new minister.”
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Bill Bennett, the new Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, said he has been a longtime advocate for resource development in the province, but he understands the issues that come along with that.
“We have to keep the industry going, because of how important it is to the province, but we also don’t want to lose the focus on the people who live in the Northeast.” On the recent setbacks announcement, Bennett said he has to assume Lekstrom and the ministry staff tried to come up with a balanced approach, and if something wasn’t include in the announcement, it was in the context of what could and couldn’t be done. However, he said he would never be opposed to hearing solutions to an issue from residents. Although there’s a new minister, as well as a new deputy and assistant deputy ministers, Bennett said he doesn’t expect any forthcoming regulations around the Oil and
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EDITORIAL
Words of Opinion
Fire smarts needed
Northeast NEWS
As we head out into the wilderness of British Columbia during our summer vacations or long weekends, it’s important that we all remember that our carelessness can destroy the natural beauty we all wish to enjoy. Wildfire season is already well under way, and hot and dry conditions may make some areas of the province especially dangerous. The Prince George Fire Centre has reported the majority of fires it has responded to since April 1 have been caused by people. As a result, a restriction on the size of campfires and other open flames, and a complete ban on fireworks and grass burning is in effect for all areas outside of incorporated municipalities. It’s important that not only do we adhere to these restrictions and prohibitions, but also exercise extreme caution even if our campfires fall within the allowed half-metre width and height guidelines. A fire left unattended or not put out properly out can start a fire in no time. While smaller campfires and no fireworks may put a damper on some enjoyment this summer, the cost is not worth the risk. With so many communities being so close to forested areas in British Columbia, the danger to people and their property is significant. Also, the cost to taxpayers is much higher – more than $187 million last year alone – to fight fires than to prevent them from happening. Finally, there are significant penalties, and even jail time, for those whose actions lead to wildfires. So with that in mind, let’s get out there and enjoy the natural wonders around us, but don’t forget to pack your fire smarts. Matthew Bains, Reporter
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Upper chamber shakes things up in Ottawa
The earthquake that hit Ottawa this week actually had little to do with shaking things up in Canada’s Senate. Yet many Canadians might find it earth-shattering news that the “Red Chamber” has been examining and passing legislation at a rapid and productive rate. In fact, by mid next week, the Senate of Canada will have passed more government legislation than MPs in the House of Commons! And yes, Senators are continuing to hold committee hearings and debates so that they can get important Bills passed and ready to become law with Royal Assent. Most notably for constituents in Prince George-Peace River, Senators have moved quickly to pass our Conservative Government’s justice reforms, a stark contrast from the last Parliament where the Liberals repeatedly used their majority in the Senate to block our justice agenda. Bill S-2, which will strengthen the Sex Offender Registry made it through the Senate. It’s in the House of Com-
mons where opposition I congratulate Minister MPs have not agreed to its LeBreton and her staff passage. for their negotiating Senators also endorsed abilities and proficiency Bill S-9 to tackle auto in working with the optheft and S-5 concerning position in the Senate. the international transfer She has certainly served of offenders. to strengthen the reputaThe upper chamber is tion of the Red Chamalso acting quickly to ber’s effectiveness. move through debate of *** high-priority legislation In other news this By Jay Hill recently passed by MPs, week, our Government including restrictions on announced that, beginpardons for sex offenders, our Jobs ning July 1st, we will require that all and Economic Growth legislation, domestic and foreign vessels of a cerand refugee reforms. tain size must report to the Canadian This productivity and progress in Coast Guard when travelling through the Senate is not new, having endured Canada’s Arctic waters. throughout much of this entire sitting. With mandatory reporting, the In fact, until the recent accomplish- Coast Guard will keep watch of vesments in the House I reported last sels carrying pollutants, fuel, oil and week, as Government House Leader dangerous goods; respond quickly in I experienced many moments of envy the event of an accident; and promote as my counterpart, Leader of the Gov- the safe navigation of vessels through ernment in the Senate Marjory LeBre- our waters. ton, would provide her daily progress This announcement builds on new updates. legislation passed in June 2009 which
extends Canada’s sovereignty of Arctic waters from 100 to 200 nautical mile limits. Our Government has taken unprecedented action to protect and promote Canada’s Arctic sovereignty, not only because thousands of northerners call it home, but also because today it is more accessible than ever for shipping, resource exploration, development, research and economic opportunities. *** And on a final note, as you make your plans for Canada Day, you may wish to consult Heritage Canada’s website for resources to enhance your July 1st celebrations. You’ll find party ideas, activities you can download for kids and the official lyrics and sheet music for O Canada, among other fun tips and tools. Go to http://www.pch.gc.ca/special/ canada/zone/index-eng.cfm.
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More needs to be done on setback issue
Editor: We at Peace Environment and Safety Trustees Society are pleased that the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources has increased the gas well setback distance from schools and public buildings. Even though our previous minister promised to increase the 80 to 100 metre residential setback, nevertheless that has not happened. Instead, government has created a zone of 250 meteres in which a resident may negotiate their concerns with the proponent energy company, and a further 250 meter zone where there will be “enhanced” safety management. The basic 80 to 100 meter setback distance remains the same. During the more than seven years that we residents in the Northeast have been asking for increased setbacks in relation to residences, technology has advanced exponentially. Back then single wells were drilled in a vertical fashion, and if productive, they were soon connected to a network of underground pipelines. Today, each well pad is built to accommodate 6 to 12 (or more) wells. The wells are now drilled as much as two kilometres down and then two kilometres horizontally to fracture the gas-bearing formation. These large well pads become permanent fixtures with all kinds of additional equipment such as liquid separation, booster compressors, metering stations, risers to accommodate pigging and so on. The safety risk and potential health hazard to neighbouring residents is increased by the large number of wells per pad. We have seen that emergency response plans do not protect us in a timely fashion. The original 80 to 100 metre separation distance from the centre of the first well bore to our homes is sadly out of date. After the initial drilling, each well goes through a completion process. As many as 200 hauling trucks arrive and depart to complete each of the seven to 14 “fracs” for each
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well. Thousands of trucks for each well on the pad, as many as 50,000 by the time the pad has been completely developed. Current setbacks do not reflect advances in technology and development that significantly intensifies activity and risk in one location. A 250-metre mediation zone may be a step in the right direction, but does it make sense that we should have to request a mediation process to protect the wellbeing of our families and maintain a reasonable lifestyle, because of setbacks that are unrealistic in the first place? Rural schools and residents can still be put into emergency planning zones under these new guidelines. Residents will still have to live 24/7 beside industry without any hazardous materials training, protection or detection equipment, safety meetings or testing of an emergency response plan where the community is involved. We have worked in good faith with our representatives in Victoria for more than seven years in an attempt to secure safety and a reasonable quality of life for those of us who live side by side with natural gas development. We are terribly disappointed that the government has once again failed to recognize our concerns or to protect our health and safety. Brian Derfler, President Peace Environment and Safety Trustees Society
Tip of the hat to Lekstrom
Editor: I have been a critic of Mr. Blair Lekstrom, but at this time I will tip my hat to him. It takes a leader with courage and professionalism and strong moral values to keep his word with the people that elected him. He elected to leave a party that has chosen not to listen what we the voters want. As Premier Campbell said in many occasions, “What British Columbians want…” – and he forgot what they wanted or chose not to pay attention to them. The Hitlerism and Parrotism that our Premier and his ministers show will cost us in the long run because it will eventually strengthen the NDP, letting the most aggressive destroying party rule our financially weakened province. Were he to join or form a party with the wisdom and morals that were displayed by his actions, my vote would be his. Carlos E Finsterbusch
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July 10th Peter Belleville’s Celebration of Life 1 p.m. Bring your musical instruments and singing voices to honor Peter’s request for a musical event. It will be followed by a Pot Luck dinner at 4 p.m. July 24 Meat Draw 2 p.m - 4 p.m BAr-B-Q Steak Dinner 5 p.m. - 7 p.m (tickets will be sold a week before) Diamond in the Ruff 7 p.m - 9 p.m (if you enjoy old country music don’t miss this group) August 7 Kids Carnival 12p.m - 4 p.m. More information to follow Campfire Cowboy Hoedown August 20, 21 and 22, 2010 at the North Pine Fall Fair Grounds Enjoy your local Peace Country Cowboy Musicians and Poets Entertainment starts Saturday at 10 a.m. Camping (opens Friday) $15.00 per campsite per campsite for the weekend $10.00 per campsite for one night Plus Entertainment Fees : 20.00 for a weekend pass $15.00 for day pass Kids 10 years and under FREE Saturday and Sunday - Concession Saturday Evening - Baron of Beef Dinner - $13.00 Sunday Morning - Pancake Breakfast - $7.00 Horseshoe Games, Free Wagon Rides and more
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NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS PROPERTY TAXES ARE DUE BY JULY 2, 2010 The 2010 Property Tax Notices have now been mailed. Taxpayers, especially NEW OWNERS, who have not received their Tax Notice should contact the City Hall Tax Department immediately at 7878150. Taxpayers are encouraged to pay their property taxes and claim the Provincial Home Owner Grant, if eligible, as soon as possible. In order to avoid a 10% penalty being added to the outstanding current tax balance, payments must be received at City Hall no later than 4:30pm on Friday JULY 2, 2010. You can pay your taxes by internet banking, phone banking, at most financial institutions, and at City Hall by Cheque, Cash, or Debit. If you are sending payment by mail, make sure to allow delivery time. Remember you still need to submit your Home Owner Grant Application on or before the due date no matter how you choose to pay your taxes (the bank is not responsible for forwarding your grant to us) Taxpayers may avoid late payment charges and line-ups by sending cheques to City Hall. We will accept cheques that are POST DATED to July 2, 2010. Do not forget to complete and sign the Home Owner Grant Application if eligible. ~ Shirley Collington Deputy Tresasurer/Collector 250.787.8171 or scollington@fortstjohn.ca
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Board members, staff and volunteers gathered at the newly-renovated, newly-named Dawson Creek Literacy Society Lakeview Learning Centre for a volunteer appreciation lunch on June 25. By Matthew Bains DAWSON CREEK – The Dawson Creek Literacy Society has a newly-renovated office and a reinvigorated sense of purpose. The Society reopened its office, located at 929 102 Avenue, on June 11 with a new look and a new name - Lakeview Learning Centre. The renovations included new flooring, new paint, new furniture and fixtures, thanks to a $15,000 donation from the Lakeview Credit Union. “It’s a completely different building now compared to what it was before,” said Carole Taylor, president of the Society. “We really appreciate that.” Taylor said the changes couldn’t have come at a better time, as this year has been their busiest ever. Program coordinator Jennifer Neis said they’ve helped over 50 English as a Second Language (ESL) learners this year. She said they have 17 dedicated volunteers who help tutor those learners on Wednesday evenings. She added they also host recreational activities like tennis and volleyball to help newcomers to the community have fun and meet new people. The Society also employs one instructor to teach academic courses and various life skills. Neis said they had 36 literacy learners this year. “Some of them may take a week, and some have been here for three or four months.” She said the funding
from the Credit Union has allowed them to fund a math program that covers everything from basic math to Grade 12 Math. She added the new computers are a huge benefit for the learners. “We can now have five students working at once on the computer programs,” she said. “Before, everybody had to come in on different schedules, and that didn’t always work.” She said they’ve even given six of the computers to learners so they can continue to learn at home. Neis said thanks to the donation, they will be looking to offer more workshops over the summer, and a new financial literacy program starting in September. “We’re really grateful to the Credit Union – it’s almost like having a fairy godmother.”
One of the people who has benefitted from the Society is Glenda Macarat, who started the ESL program in 2008. “It’s really helped me a lot,” she said, adding she started attended the advanced class at the beginning of this year. Macarat said she is working as a bookkeeper, and when a position as treasurer became open on the Society’s board earlier this year, she decided to join and help out the organization that helped her. “It really helps a lot of people, not only me,” she added. Taylor said she sees the Society growing in the future, and she said there is space available in the upstairs and downstairs to utilize if needed. “I can see us expanding in years to come for sure.”
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Community steps up for local woman battling multiple sclerosis By Matthew Bains
DAWSON CREEK – The community of Dawson Creek showed its character once again by helping out one of its own who is battling multiple sclerosis. Over $10,000 was raised at a benefit concert held on June 24 at the Unchagah Hall for Cheryl Smith, so she
could receive an experimental treatment in New York. Just over $2,000 was from donations made before the concert, and the balance was donated during. “What I want to tell you from the bottom of our hearts – from Cheryl, on her behalf, and our family,” husband Brent told the audience after the concert, “is how incredibly grateful we and how absolutely humbled we are, and our how deep our gratitude for all of the love and kindness you’ve shown us.” Matthew Bains photo He said from the time Gospel choir Unto Him lifted the spirits of everybody i attendance with their beautiful they learned of the diagnosis in 2001, the family has voices and songs of hope. always tried to remain positive and optimistic, and that From day one she has been courageous. We decided right was reaffirmed at the concert. “You hear of people who don’t complain and don’t turn at the moment we got the news that we would laugh instead negative …that’s not Cheryl, she doesn’t do any of that. of cry as often as we could.” The concert feature a wide variety of genres performed musicians from the Peace region. Binder Twang, a trio hailing from Farmington and Pouce Coupe, pulled a variety of songs from their repertoire, but all with an upbeat tempo and message. “It was just over five years ago when we went through cancer with our oldest son – Hodgkin’s lymphoma – and the community support was awesome, so it’s gratifying to be able to help give back,” said member Steve Strasky. Unto Him, a gospel choir from Fort St. John, followed. They have performed for over 30 years under that name, although the lineup has changed over time.
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stepped up to the plate for someone in need.” Barb Munro not only performed, but was also one of the organizers of the event along with her husband, Ian. She said she is part of a home care and Bible study group, and she has known the Smith family for a number of years, so the group started thinking of ways to help. As a singer/songwriter in Dawson Creek for many years, she said she knew other local artists, so they began to make some phone calls.
“People just stepped forward, and it was just absolutely incredible,” said Munro. She added they didn’t know how many people were going to show up because of the varied musical acts, but she was pleasantly surprised. Heidi Raye said she has known the Smith family since she was four years old, and she told the
crowd, “I wouldn’t have missed this for the world.” The night was capped off by Dawson Creek’s Haven, featuring special guest Jayme Knyx. The band played a few of Knyx’s songs, which the aspiring country singer hopes to have recorded in a debut album later this year. Guitarist Marc Risvold said he’s known Brent
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return that afternoon. The group made up the set list on the fly, but it looked natural and they looked to be having a lot of fun. Smith is scheduled to receive treatment in New York in July 23. She has said that whatever money she does not use for the treatment she will give back to others who wish to pursue the treatment.
Smith for years, so getting the band together to play the show was a no-brainer. Knyx then turned the microphone over to the group’s original lead singer, Dawson Creek’s Mayor Mike Bernier, who made a surprise appearance after returning to the city from a vacation. Risvold said they just found out about Bernier’s
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Singer/songwriter Barb Munro dedicated the last song of her set, a cover of Rascal Flats’ “God Bless the Broken Road,” to Cheryl Smith. Munro said she knows Smith hasn’t had any easy road, but she said she’s sure the road ahead will a much better one after Smith receives her treatment in New York.
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Dear Mr. Ignatieff:
JEAN LAPIERRE, MINISTER OF TRANSPORT STATED:
On Monday, June 21, you said that, if elected, the Liberal Party of Canada would
“The only tanker routing measure in place off the west coast of British Columbia is the Tanker Exclusion Zone (TEZ) … The TEZ routing measure would not apply to tanker traffic originating from a Port in British Columbia within the zone, including Prince Rupert or Kitimat.”
“formalize the existing B.C. crude oil tanker moratorium.” First, no such moratorium exists. In 2005, Jean Lapierre, former federal
Thousands of tankers have safely travelled to the ports of Kitimat and Vancouver.
Liberal Transport Minister, confirmed in writing that there is no moratorium on tanker traffic. Oil tankers enter today at the ports of Vancouver and Kitimat, of oil was moved by tankers from Vancouver. Second, you’ve previously stated that, “We need a new way of thinking, a government that thinks big, that has a global perspective, invests in Canadians, gets their ideas to market, reaches out to India and China to build the economy
you’re cutting Canada off from growing markets
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China and India will experience average annual growth of over 3.5%.
I am asking that the Liberal Party consider the interests of the people of Northern B.C. Please rescind this ill-advised policy and support a project that will brighten the economic prospects for this region, our province and indeed all of Canada.
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Volunteers needed at Abbeyfield House
By Melanie Robinson FORT ST. JOHN – It’s been just over a year since Abbeyfield House officially opened its doors. In that short time, the house has seen more residents come through its doors to take in the unique opportunity it offers – a room to rent, while also providing two meals a day, common areas and a sense of independency. There is a need, however, for more volunteers at the house – and in a variety of roles. “Maybe some of the messages out there is we’re up and running and we’re good but we still need help,” said Anita Anderson, treasurer on the board. Opportunities include everything from positions on the board, such as president who oversees activities at the house, to the treasurer, who oversees the books including payroll for two people and payables, which can be done at the house. The board is also looking for directors, who are involved in sub-committees involving everything from maintenance, personnel, public relations and the website, fundraising and resident relations. Members on the board meet the last Wednesday of the month at the house. It’s not only the board looking for help, however. Anderson said even those available to come to the house for conversations,
games and movies are welcome, along with help around the yard throughout the summer and winter. Whether it’s something volunteers are interested in doing once a month, or on a more frequent basis, the opportunities are endless. The difference it makes, said Anderson, is endless. She said sometimes when she volunteers to do cooking at the home, it’s nice to just sit and talk with residents because the stories they tell are amazing. “They do have lots to share,” she said. “They have some amazing things to tell.” Lana Schallock, a board director, added often times those who volunteer to do cooking on the weekend, which is required because the house manager is not on duty, will have the pleasure of residents’ company, because when they see someone new in the house, they like to come out and chat. While it’s only small talk, you can really get to know the residents – and it makes a difference to them as well. “It’s an opportunity to meet new people, to interact with them, it broadens their social aspect because some of them don’t leave the house very much,” she said. Those interested in finding out more information can visit www.abbeyfieldfsj.org or contact the boards vice president, Ann at (250) 785-8595.
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Upcoming Events Peace Region Arts Events July 1 to June 15
Chetwynd July 26 Winners annouced for the “Beautiful Garden” contest running through July. Dawson Creek Summer arts programs at the Dawson Creek Art Gallery and Kiwanis Performing Arts Centre run through the months of July and August. Contact the gallery or KPAC to register. Fort St. John July 6 - 29 Free Kids’ Art Camp at Peace Gallery North July 8, 7:30 p.m. House concert with Mike Lynch at the Rabbit Hole July 15 - Aug. 18 Peace Artists Summer Show and Sale at Peace Gallery North
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Well, it’s not quite “Almost Famous,” but Jodie Ponto does get to tour with the band. The twenty-three-year-old photographer has been living out of a van for the past couple months, touring with another Fort St. John artist, musician Miss Quincy. Ponto documented Miss Quincy’s United Kingdom tour in May, sharing on her photoblog shots of the venues and performances as well as inbetween and candid moments. The month of June has been in essence more of the same, this time a little closer to home, as Ponto, camera in tow, joined Miss Quincy again, this time adding to her photographer role that of tour manager for a northern Alberta tour. Ponto grew up in Fort St. John and became a part of the local arts scene as a music-lover and eventual editor of Northern Groove, Fort St. John’s arts and culture magazine. With such a resume - journalist and photographer one may be surprised to know that Ponto has only been working as a photographer for two years. She credits the support of her small town as part of the reason she has been able to make her living as a photographer and artist. The opportunity to see her work published in Northern Groove was a great impetus for her and building a reputation as a music photographer brought her to Miss Quincy and her current job supporting the musician while on tour. Ponto is also captivated by
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By Angela Fehr the essence of a place. The landmarks and graffiti of Europe, the pubs and people of the U.K. and the open spaces of the Peace country all engage her eye. Even when photographing timeless themes in black & white, Ponto’s images have a contemporary edginess that is only too suited to her youthfulness and point of view. Interspersed with poignant and artistic photographs are quirky and fun-loving moments showcasing Ponto’s sense of humour - a family crowded into a bathtub, sporting false mustaches; a grainy black & white shot of a week-old baby, scowling and making a rude gesture; a horse in mid-whinny, shoving his nose toward the camera. On hiatus from her editorial position at Northern Groove, Local photographer Jodie Ponto (above) strives to capPonto continues to contribute ture musicians in candid moments (bottom right), but occasionally, sharing glimpses she’s also found inspiration in the natural beauty of the of the Miss Quincy tours in both Peace region (bottom left) and in the touching scenes photograph and prose. To the she finds in her travels (top left). core a lover of music, especially moment. If you can capture someone in an the live music experience, Ponto finds photography to be for her an ideal way intense moment on stage, it’s kind of a high,” to participate in music, to be a part of the ac- Ponto explains. It is the process of photography that Ponto tion and to feed off the energy generated in a jam session or at a performance. “I love loves - the energy of a shoot and the solitude being a part of the action, capturing a candid of the darkroom. Though a member of the digital generation, Ponto loves darkroom work, and rues not being able to bring the darkroom on tour. She spends little time editing photos in post-production, preferring the raw essence of what is initially captured by the camera’s shutter. In being able to work with her chosen artistic discipline on a daily basis, Ponto is not only a working photographer, but a growing one. The daily exercise of her artistic vision and constant use of the technical skills required to determine the outcome of a photograph means Ponto’s creativity will only grow, being enhanced by the rich life experiences she is gaining through her travels and “rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle.” Finding your natural fit artistically can be a life-long challenge for some artists, while Ponto’s settled into a seat that suits her where she’s at right now, with a view of the open road.
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By Matthew Bains DAWSON CREEK – The BC Grain Producers Association celebrated the grand opening of their new research facility in Dawson Creek on June 24. “Producer-led research is still a high priority for Peace River (region) farmers, and we are seeing it through to this day,” said president Irmi Critcher, who addressed the crowd of members – past and present – guests and dignitaries. “The BC Grain Producers know have their very own research facility.” Research manager Clair Langlois said the new facility allows him and the other three researchers to conduct crop trials in a much more efficient way, right through from germination to harvest. “Now we have a facility to work in that has the expertise and efficiency that matches what we show out in the field,” said Langlois. He said the facility is 4,800 square feet – nearly double the combined size of the two buildings they were using previously – which makes moving and storing equipment much easier. He said that doesn’t include the 900 square foot lean-to where more equipment is kept out in their large yard.
Langlois said keeping the equipment warm and dry prevents fluids from freezing during cold snaps, and also ensures they’re not spraying cold water on crops, which can impede their growth. He added they can now ensure the crops are dry when they unload them after harvest, which is much easier. “The efficiency alone has probably more than doubled … staff efficiency then saves money.” The BCGPA has nearly 6,000 different plots between their sites in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John. Langlois said they continue to move the benchmark forward for yield, maturity, Matthew Bains photo sustainability and disease resistance for variet- Board members and staff with the BC Grain Producers Associaies grown in the region. tion celebrated the opening of their new research facility in Dawson “There are small, incremental gains every Creek on June 24. year,” he said. ey accrued interest and grew to about $700,000, and the He added that also means trying new crops and varieties not thought to do well in the BC Peace Re- research facility was the first time money was allocated from that fund. gion. “It’s essentially kind of a savings account here too,” “Things that we never thought would work are working, and have worked – flax being one of them. We don’t know said Berge, “because if something happened to the Grain Producers where there was no more funding and we could until we try.” He said it’s much better to try and fail on a research plot no longer exist, this building would probably get sold, and the money would go back into that fund.” than on a farmer’s field. “It’s expected a lot of our stuff in going to fail, but that’s why it’s research, not sales.” Maurice Fines, a founding director of the BCGPA and former chair of the research committee, said local research began with an effort to have a third party evaluate farmers’ seeds before planting, but with support from the federal government, evolved into what it is today. He said the research being done here is some of the best private research in all of Western Canada. “It’s very well-respected. The information that Clair sends out of here is top-notch.” Matthew Bains photo The money for the research facility came from a fund Work is completed on the new community garden administered by the BC site along the Dawson Trail. However, The Dawson Peace River Grain IndusCreek Community Garden Society has 12 beds planted try Development Council. around the city they would like local charities to use The council was created as Vold, Jones & Vold Auction Co. Ltd. an arms-length body from to grow food for those less fortunate. There are also plots still open to the general public. Those interested the BCGPA 20 years ago DAWSON CREEK AUCTION ‘MILE ZERO CITY’ should contact garden manager Tamara Supernault to collect levies paid by the 301-116th Ave. Dawson Creek, British Columbia at 250-219-3104 or at manager@dcgardens.org. region’s producers to invest Dawson Creek Office: 250-782-3766 VJV Main Office: 403-783-5561 Cattle Sales, Don Contributed photo into research and other projFessler: 250-719-5561 Fax: 250-782-6622 The Dawson Creek ects. Garnet Berge, chair of Horse Club hosted its the council, explained they 2010 Wild and Lawnow administer four differ- less Horseshow at the ent funds. He said the coun- Lakota Agriplex on 210 head of cattle went through the ring of Dawson Creek Action on June 24, 2010 cil applied for and received June 26 and 27. Over SALES EVERY THURSDAY! $532,000 from the Western 120 riders particiD1 - D2 Cows 50.00-55.00 Grains Transportation Ad- pated in 80 classes of D3 - D4 Cows 45.00-48.00 justment Fund – a govern- Western, Gymkhana, Holstein Cows None ment subsidy for freight English and jumping rates that was discontinued events, with a good Heiferettes 65.00-70.00 and redistributed back to mix of Junior and Bologna Bulls 60.00-67.00 farmers. He said that mon- PeeWee participants. Feeder Bulls 65.00-70.00 Good Bred Cows None Good Bred Heifers None Cow/ Calf Pairs None Older Cows None Milk Cows None
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IT’S A Boy Devin James Doyle Born: June 3 Parents: Jeff & Nikki Doyle of Charlie Lake Stats: 20” 7 lbs. 20 oz.
IT’S A gIrl nicole katherine Fehr Born: June 3 Parents: Andrew
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May hanging flowers, photography and several ed when burglars broke into their enue, African homewill in 2008. Come July 13 1 to June 17 where be happy to give him orbaskets, her cut ment at 250-774-2541. at (250) 262-1280. All services arechildren’s free and •• Are you living with a chronic health condition? The Univercategories. Look for the flower show book in several locations. and hear the testimony on how God’s love carried the Burgens BBQ Day in Pouce Coupe, starts with • The District of Chetwynd will host Can- a bath. Make a donation to the Dawson Creek completely confidential. sity of Victoria and 8Northern Health Authority of- through ONGOING This Canadian couple and fromenjoy Vernon, BC haveand refreshments. pancake breakfast to 11 a.m. at the Legion,are pleased ada Daytoevents all day. the Theordeal. parade begins at SPCA a barbeque • New Totem Archery has changed locaFort St. Johntions for the summer. We are at our outdoor fer ‘Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions’ in Fort St. chosen forgiveness, and are returning to continue the missionary 11 a.m. parade starts, 12 to 5 p.m. at Pouce 11 a.m. at the District Office and ending at the There will also be prizes, in-clinic demonstra• The Fort St. John Women’s is seeking motiJohn. free six-session education program living work theycake started growing food, CoupeThis Park with live music, BBQ beef, kid’sfor persons Recreation Centre, where willinbeKenya. served.Drilling tions,wells, games and fun! Forand more information range, which Resource is locatedSociety north on a 100 Street with chronic health conditions will be available at #300, 9900 100 helping to support six orphanages. The event is at Quality Inn at vated people to join their volunteer team. If helping people sparks entertainment, horseshoes etc. See you there! Participants can then enjoy a free swim at the visit www.dawsoncreekvet.com. on the 244 Road – take a right after the vet your interest drop by the office at #201, 10142-100 Ave. (above Avenue. The workshop meets for six Wednesday evenings from 7 p.m. • There will be a full day of Canada Day July 17 and 18 pool from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a free climb on posted. We are open Tuesdays Girl Guides Thriftclinic, Store)signs or callare 250-787-1121. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. To register or for more information, call Terry May 28 • The North Peace 4H District invites you celebrations in Fort St. John, starting with the new climbing wall from 1 to 3 p.m., and/or and Thursdays at 6:30may p.m.beBows are free in to • A Youth Relapse Prevention Group held weekly, Cayer - Cordinator toll free at 1-866-902-3767 or e-mail tcayer@ • Abbeyfield Houses of Fort St. John is holding their AGM at to the North Peace 4H Achievement Days at the Classic Cruisers Show and Shine from help “walk across Canada” on the new walktry as well. Everyone is welcome. Contact the afternoons at Mental Health and Addiction Services, #300 dccnet.com. Space is limited so call today. 7 p.m. at Northern Lights College. Everyone welcome. Directhe North 10May a.m.23 to 4 p.m. on 100 Street, beside Cen- ing track from 1tors toand 4 p.m. The curling or http://www. 9900Over – 10080 Ave.newtotemarchey@live.com For more information call Chris or Shaun at volunteers needed.rink Memberships willPeace be soldFall priorFair to Grounds. from around North Peace newtotemarchery.com for more information. tennial parade starts at 11 a.m. Symposium at will also host athe“tattoo station,” craftscome and out4H • FirstPark. annualThe Peace Region Palaeontology featurmeeting ($10). Please andmembers support our home for the 250-262-5269. areainformation will be showcasing projects, the the North Peace Arena and endsShow, at noon, fol- door more from to 2 p.m. Local firefighters • Grandhaven District • The Citizens Patrol is seeking people whoand can Community volunteer at ing fourth annual Fossil Road speakers, prizes andnoonsenior’s independent living! For more call Clara at their 4H lowed by further celebrations andatstage enter- will also be putting on785-6450. a spray park at 1 p.m. A including beef, sheep, horse, photography, Association the new thirdtoTuesday of coneach least five hours a month. Perfectmeets for those town, those guided children’s activities. Held the Tumbler Ridge Public (250) Onabout Julysafety, tainmentand at the Centennial Parkmore frominformation noon to contact tour of the Recreation month the Grandhaven at 8 p.m.a Keep cerned whoinwant to make theHall community safer Library Curling Rink. For (250) MayCentre 29 will follow from rabbit, honeybee and dog projects. 17,St. come see the horse showplace at 8:30 4 p.m. Musical entertainment will continue at 4 to 5 p.m. Those •interested in a Canada Day thisand hallplay. operating in this community. to a.m., work, live Call coordinator Connie 250-262242-3466. Access Awareness Day in Fort John.toStay tuned to the the sheep show at 10 a.m., the 4530 beef show at liaison theMay park23from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., followed by hike should meetNortheast at the Old Baldy Fort Nelson or RCMP Rick 250-787-8100. News for Trail moreHead information. • Country Farmington Hall featuring 40!The festivities • Alcoholics - If you think you might have a8probp.m. On Anonymous fireworks at dance 10:30 atand a performance from Highway at 5:30 p.m. May 30 conclude with fire- 2 p.m., and the rabbit show at 5:30 • Alcoholics Anonymous - Monday p.m. Dance fromBrian 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., no minors. each,atavailwith drinking. Call for times andBasement places or someone to talk to • The Nelson Woman of Industry is holding a golf July 18, there will betournaa chapellem service at 8 Catholic Toronto’s MacMillan from 10 toTickets 11:30 $15 works Rotary Park at Fort 11 p.m. Church (closed meeting); able Store. Forcontact more information, Clarisse 250-785-8866. ment at the golf course. Lots of door prizes, to be won and a.m., a.m., the putter beef show at 9:30 the horse Wednesday 8 p.m. Catholic Church Basep.m. at ForFarmington more information, the City call July 10 (250) 843-7954. Fort Nelson extra prize if a member brings a show friend at that10becomes a member. a.m., awards and presentations at ment; Thursday 8 p.m. Catholic Church Baseof Fort St. John at 250-785-4592. • The annualanPaddle for the Peace event May Alcoholics - Monday 8 p.m. Catholic Church Pleasewith RSVP to KarenatProuse • The24Northern Rockies Regional Mu- will be held, starting 1 p.m. and the sale of steers and •lambs at 3 Anonymous breakfast 9 a.m.at kprouse@sd81.bc.ca ment; Saturday 8 p.m. Hospital Cafeteria; • The Forgotten House -Grizzly Valley Players present a matiBasement (closed meeting); Wednesday 8 p.m. Catholic Church May 30 nicipality invites you to take part in Canada until 11 a.m. at Links Campground where the p.m. Come on out and support local 4H clubs Sunday 8 p.m. Friendship Centre. nee 3 p.m. in Room of the Community Centre in Tumbler Basement; p.m. Catholic Church Basement; Welcome events,by thepurchasing Baby Shower and GrandDayatcelebrations. The 5festivities begin at 11 an animal to fill the freezer,Thursday to group will launch •atThe noon, taking Wagon out at Bear • 8Cocaine Anonymous - TuesdaySaturday 8 p.m. Ridge. Hospital Cafeteria; Friendship Centre parent Showcase will be at the Stonebridge Hotel 1 8 p.m. a.m. with the annual Elks & Northern Rock- Flats. No pre-registration learn more about the 4H at program, or simply is required andtaking bus- place Catholic Sunday Church8 p.m. Basement; Friday 8 p.m. May 29 toDay 31 Parade. Starting at noon, the es will be provided. 8 p.m. Catholic Church Basep.m. Cost The Bridal placetoatenjoy 6:30 p.m. ies Canada free family fun! • Cocaine Anonymous is $5 Showcase for adults will and takecome Hospital- Tuesday Cafeteria. • Couple’s “Love and Romance” Retreat at The King’s Valley ment; Friday 8 p.m. Hospital Cafeteria. May 30 July 25 park will be filled with attractions for the children under 12 free. For more information • Alanon - Tuesday 8 p.m. Northern Lights Christian Camp.including Accommodation available. For further informa• Alanon - Tuesday 8 p.m. Northern • The 34atannual Trutch Gymkhana is being held Creek at the Horticultural Mile • The Dawson Society entire family, children’s inflatable contact Danielle Yeoman (250) 785-8510. College (back door).Lights College (back door). tion or registration call (250) 827-3549. Pouce Coupe 206 Trutch Rodeo Grounds, lots of camping space available and a will be having thier Tour and Tea from 10 a.m. play equipment, a 3-on-3, co-ed volleyball July 11 The Community Market is held at the WesMay 17 to June 28 • Alcoholics Anonymous - Friday 8 p.m. Old Library (closed). concession will be on site. Great family fun, all ages ride!! Please to 4 p.m. A map and pass can be picked up at tournament, pony rides, a petting zoo, Elk’s • The North Peace Horticultural Society tend Campground every Saturday except on • Triathlon Training clinics are coming to Fort St. John. Come call Beth at (250) 262-5712 for more information. 250-786-0155 the Art Gallery on the morning of the Tour for Hall entertainment and horseshoe tournaholds their annual Garden Tour from 10 a.m. long weekends. For Seniors more info a vendor out and learn about triathlon and get prepared for the local upcom• Computer Class at the Pouce Coupe Hallor every MonJune 4 $5. The Tea will at the day Seniors Hall package ment, and a free Community BBQ to 4swimming p.m. Tickets are $6 each available contact Jaylene at 250ing triathlons. Held on May 3, 4, and presented 6 are clinics on and Wednesday from please 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Arnold and Low Im• Ladies outand of are town dinner in conjunction with thebe Oilheld Men’s on McKellar Avenue. Admissionpact to the Tea isclass774-2541 by Encana. There will also be toonie swims and at thetriathlon. museum until 5, and on the day by of OilWives or Audrey 250-774-6574. stroke improvement, bike tuning and equipment exercise every Thursday fromReynolds 10:30-11:30 a.m. Open Golf July Tournament presented Club of FSJ. Cocktails willInns be vendors in attendance. all dayhear at the Aquatic Centre. The event. Pouce Coupe call Carol at 250-786-5673 Come from local triathletes and recreation ask questions the about events, at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. at $5. to everyone! For more information the There Pomeroy and Suites. Augustdinner, 21 and 22 wine, department is looking volunteers to help 16the Tickets are $50 and include: entertainment, • Alcoholics Anonymous - Friday 8 p.m. training, preparation andfor anything else you like. SignJuly up at Chetwynd dessert, • Tickets The North Peace Horticultural Society Anonymous out with thisLeisure year’sPool festivities. ForBecky more atin-(250)787-5780 • The Dawson Creek Veterinary Clinic Old Library (closed). 250-786-0155. North Peace or contact or jewellry • Alcoholics meets Monday and Friday at 8 p.m. at draw, games and door prizes. available at Flowis holding thier annual 17th annual Flower formation on these activities, or to enter a holds thier annual Doggy Day Wash from 11 • Youth Drop-In at bkeim@fortstjohn.ca for more information. ers by Tamee, Frontier Jewellers. Call Marlene (250) 785-8737 or the Friendship Centre. 250-788-9658 Pouce Coupe Commuand Exhibition at the North •Peace Cul- Wednesday float in the parade or register for the volley- a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your pooch787-5100 to the clinic, nity Church Annex (the old Pouce Upcoming local Triathlons include: NA meets at 8 p.m. at the Airport waitinglibrary). room. Debbie at (250) for moreShow information. will be& Thursdays: ball tournament, phone at 238 116 Av- tural Centre in Fort. St. John. Entries Saturday nights topm 9:30 Ages Dawson Creek May 24the recreation depart- across from the Fairgrounds • Tuesdays Minor7:30 ball 5p.m. pm-7 at p.m. Chetwynd June 6 taken from 6 p.m. to 8noon. p.m. onBallpark Aug. 20&and 13 to 17. Fort St. John June 7 Rec. Centre Diamonds. • Rotary Manor Annual Garage Sale from 9 a.m. to 12 Fort Nelson June 28 Tumbler Ridge Chetwynd 1121-90 Avenue. Household items, from tools,8toys, a.m.furniture, to 10:30coffee a.m. on Aug. 21. The May 12 to July 28 Alcoholics - meeting Wed. 8 meets p.m. 115 Comand donuts and much more. Donations welcome after (nobegin•on Flower Show andMay Tea4will Aug.21 Anonymous • Alcoholics Anonymous Tuesday • Relapse Prevention Group - Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at appliances please). All proceed to toward mercial andcontinue from 3resident p.m. toprograms 7 p.m., and onPark Aug.(Baptist and Church). Friday at 8 p.m. at the Public Library, Mental Health & Addiction Services. Contact Dennis at (250)262- activities. Rain or shine, no early birds, • Mondays: - 646 pmStreet. doors open, 7 pm games begin. Combe no be-Admission 22 there from will 11 a.m. to sales 4 p.m. is free Bingo 5012 250-788-9658 5269. Centre Rms.•4&5. fore 9 a.m. - come and be amazed at whatmunity our northern NA meets Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the AirMay 23 • Tuesdays: TRport Seniors (55+) Drop-In – Floor curling, carpet June 14 community can display. waiting room. • The Derrick Dance Club of Fort St. John will be hosting a games, coffee • Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion walk, wheel, run and wheel- bowling, card & board Tumbler Ridge & cookies. Community dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the Senior Citizens Hall at 10908 chair challenge. Registration at 12:30, event 1-4 pm. Small drop-in fee.- meeting Wed. 8 starts at 1 p.m. in Cen- Centre Room 5 from• Alcoholics ONGOING Anonymous 100 Street. Music by Night Sounds. Members $10, non members tennial Park. For information, contact event • Wednesdays: TR Seniors (55+) Drop-In – Cribbage, Whist & leader Lori Slater at Fort St. John p.m. 115 Commercial Park (Baptist Church). $12. Everyone 19 and over is welcome. For information call Lucy (250) 787-1912 or slaterl@shaw.ca • Alcoholics Anonymous -good company. Beginners welcome! 7 pm in the Library. Small– If you think • Tuesdays: TR Seniors (55+) Drop-In at (250) 785-2867 or Judy at (250) 787-0460. drop-in fee. July 12 you might have a problem with drinking, Floor curling, carpet bowling, card & board May 23 Taylor • North Peace Horticultural Society plans their annual Garden come toofanFort AASt.meeting. Call for• Civil timesAir andSearch games, coffee & cookies. Community Centre • The Magic of Sam Pearce Show is scheduled at the Stone- Tour. Bring your family and tour a variety and Rescue (CASARA) meetings every secJohn garplaces or someone to talk to (250) 785Room 5 from 1-4 pm. Small drop-in fee. bridge Hotel with the show to benefit the Fort St. John Firefighters. dens. ond Tuesday at the Taylor Fire Hall at 7 p.m. For information call 8866. Taylor August 1 May 25 to May 29 Bob at 250-789-9152 or 250-787-5802. • Fort St. John Multiple Sclerosis support • CivilisAir Search Rescue (CASARA) • The Marilyn Leffler Memorial Ride and Show ‘n Shine in sup• Do you think you’ve been treated unfairly by a B.C. govern• New Totem Archery now at the and Taylor Community Hall group. If youRegion. or anyone you know has MS meetings every Tuesday the Taylor port of the Canadian Cancer Society BC and Yukon Regisment ministry or public agency? The B.C. Ombudsman may be Tuesdays and Thursdays from second 6-9 p.m. Contactat newtotemandathave any Pub questions need to talk, Fire Hall at 7 p.m. For information call Bob at tration begins July 1 for this all day event Casey’s in Fort or St.justarchery.com. able to help. The Ombudsman’s staff will be in the following please call Susie at (250)and 785-2381 or Sandi 250-789-9152 or 250-787-5802. John. Show ‘n Shine awards for seven motorcycle categories • The Alaska Highway RRA (Recreation Aircraft Association) communities on the dates listed below, and are available by ap(250) 787-2652. • The Alaska Highway (Recreation ride to the viewpoint on the meets every third Thursday at the Taylor FireRRA Hall at 7:30 p.m. pointment to discuss your problem or complaint. Call 1-800-567- lots of door prizes. Event includes a at • AtoYouth Relapse Prevention Group may call Aircraft meets everyat 250third Hudson’s Hope Road. Everyone welcome this fundraising event For information RichardAssociation) at 250-782-2421 or Heath 3247 to book an appointment or see www.ombudsman.bc.ca for be held weekly, in the afternoons at Mental Thursday at the Taylor Fire Hall at 7:30 p.m. to fight cancer. 785-4758. more info. Health and Addiction Services, #300 - 9900 August 21 to 23 Dawson CreekFor information call Richard at 250-782-2421 Fort Nelson May 25 • The North Peace Horticultural Society 16th an• call TheChris DawsonorCreek Commerce luncheons are Fort St. John May 26 – 100 presents Ave. Fortheir more information HeathChamber at (250) of 785-4758. nual Flower Show and Exhibition at the Cultural Cen- held the first Thursday of eachCreek month at noon at the Best Western. Dawson Creek May 27 or North ShaunPeace at (250) 262-5269. Dawson tre. The event will be open to the public •on“Butterfly Aug. 22 from 3 p.m.– to Different guest speaker eachgroup month. and Non-members Mackenzie May 28 Families Families Support• Craft forMembers Mental Health and Addic7 p.m. and on Aug. 23 from 11 a.m.ing to 4Families” p.m. Awards presentawelcome. Contact: Lesley Pewarchuck 250-782 Chetwynd May 29 is open to all caregivers of tions Clients. Meets Thurs 1:304868. -3:30 at 1017tions will take place at 4 p.m. Refreshments available by If your non-profit eventsCreek. or meeting wish pubMay 27 childrenwill andbe youth with Special Needs. We 103group Ave.,has Dawson (250)you 782-4410. the show is open. of lished, them by to (250) 787-7090 or via edi• John and Eloise Bergen, missionaries working with ‘Hope for donations on both Saturday and Sunday meetwhile the third Wednesday every send month • fax Alcoholics Anonymous - email meetsto: Mon., patio plants, Centre tor@northeastnews.ca. the Nations’ in Kenya were brutally attacked and severly wound- Categories include arrangements, art, at houseplants, the Child Development from 7 Tues., Fri., & Sat., 8 p.m. at Peace River p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 10408 105 Avenue. Does Health Unit. Wed. 8 p.m. Hospital Education your child have learning, behavior or other Room. All meetings are open. complex special needs? Would you like to Enriching Your Life • Mile 0 Al-Anon meets 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. connect with other caregivers? Child mind- every Tuesday evening at Parkhill CommuEnriching Your Life ing available but please call ahead a few nity School 9700-5th Street, Dawson Creek. Fort St. John • Relapse Prevention. Mental Health and “Focused on Family Eyecare” days before the meeting. Call (250) 7859808-101st Ave. 3200 for more information. Addictions 1017-103rd Ave., Dawson Creek, Phone: 785-2020 • Pregnancy tests, pregnancy options, (250) 782-4410. Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. Dr. J. Grant Timmins Dawson Creek John E. Gentles peer-counselling and support are available Everyone welcome! Please call to confirm Life isDr.complicated 900-102nd Ave. Suite 102 Dr.- Todd J. Lang at the North Peace Pregnancy Care Cen- meeting. enough so we keep Phone: 782-1121 tre. New location at #208 10139 100 Street • The Bear Mountain Ski Hill has Jam Night Fort Nelson banking simple. Eye Examinations, Optical Dispensing, Contact (above #19 TD Landmark Bank). Drop in hours Monday every Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Bring Plaza Lenses, Low Vision Care, Ocular & Refractive and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and your instrument and your friends and come Phone:from 774-2020 Surgery Co-management, CSA Safety Eyewear Tuesday from noon to 4 p.m. or to make jam’in. For more information phone (250) an appointment call our 24 hour hotline 782-4988 or go to bearmountainskihill.ca.
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