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Inside

A journey of neverending hope underway

Water Restrictions in Place - Story on Page 4

Bike Journeys - Stories on Page 12 and 14

Artist of the Peace - Story on Page 26

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Since returning from Mexico where he received treatment for his multiple sclerosis, Rocky Tompkins has been seeing huge improvements in his body – including the ability to straighten his hands, which he hasn’t been able to do in 10 years. See the full story on Page 5

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August 12, 2010

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Residents feeling hosed over bulk water

By Matthew Bains FORT ST. JOHN – Rural residents outside of Fort St. John feel they are getting soaked when it comes to rates they pay for water and sewer services. Residents in the Airport Subdivision, especially, take issue with the fact they pay $2.50 per cubic metre for water and $2.13 per cubic metre for sewer. A charge is added on top of that by North Peace Airport Services, as the airport buys water from the city and delivers it to homes in the subdivision. “The North Peace Airport Services charges us 20 per cent on top of what the town charges us, so we’re looking at $5.56 per cubic metre for our water and sewer compared to $1.38 per cubic metre for the city,” said resident Geri Pearson. She said she understands urban residents pay water and sewer frontage taxes, but she said rural residents pay for the water system as well. “My sister who lives on 111 Avenue pays $164.21 per year, but for our property taxes out in the rural area, we pay water and sewer maintenance as well, which is collected via the parcel tax on our annual property tax bill, and mine was $316.30,” she said. The rate for rural bulk water users increased in 2008 to $1.25 a cubic metre from $0.69, and then again in 2009, to $2.50. Pearson said over the last decade, rural residents have seen a 450 per cent total increase in the water and sewer rates, compared to just 14 per cent in the city. Debbey Ffitch, another resident in the subdivision, said she can’t understand why they are being charged the bulk water rates.

“We’re just saying we’re residential, we’re not bulk, but [city council] are insisting we should be paying a bulk rate.,” she said. “Our water has nothing to do with the bulk plant.” She added in Dawson Creek, rural bulk water users pay just $0.87 per cubic metre compared to in-town residents who pay $0.68 per cubic metre. Arthur Hadland, the regional district director for Area C, said he believes the rates are unfair and there is no justification for the disparity. He said it seems counterintuitive that bulk water rates would be more expensive than the rates charged to residents on a water service line. Hadland said the contribution of rural resources and energy to the city are being ignored. “I really feel the rural areas are net contributors to the city,” he said. “The municipality exists because of the rural resources.” Hadland and a number of rural residents will make a presentation to city council on Aug. 23 to have their issues addressed. However, Fort St. John Mayor Bruce Lantz said city residents have traditionally paid more to maintain the infrastructure. “The city’s obligation is to city taxpayers,” said Lantz. “Those taxpayers pay a certain rate through the water system, but through their taxes they also pay for any improvements or maintenance to the water system that our neighbours in the rural area don’t pay for through their taxes.” He said the increased bulk water rates correct a disparity where rural residents

could purchase bulk water cheaply and not pay anything for maintenance of the system. He said before 2008 the bulk water rate had remained unchanged for 15 to 20 years, though the costs of repairs and upgrades continued to rise. Lantz said a year ago, the Peace River Regional District paid for a consultant to look at the water system and how it is priced and the report indicated the city was justified and equitable in its pricing of bulk water. He said he doesn’t dispute the contributions of rural communities to the city, but it’s not a one-way street. “If the city didn’t exist, those rural people would have nowhere to shop, nowhere to get their entertainment, nowhere to get their recreation,” he said. “We provide all those facilities and those are provided by the City of Fort St. John for the equal use and benefit to the rural residents.” He said he doesn’t believe an accurate comparison can be made with Dawson Creek because of the extent of, and differences in, the infrastructure required. He added most municipalities are looking at increasing their water rates. The bulk water rates in Dawson Creek are, in fact, under review. Lantz said he believes council remains firm in its decisions regarding water rates, but hopes the delegation will give them an opportunity to communicate that position more clearly. He added he has suggested to Hadland and the regional district that Area C could develop its own water system, but there’s been no indication they would like to pursue that.

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The Fort St. John Rotary Club recently gave recognition to Fort St. John resident Taneille Johnson, the 2010 Rotary Scholarship winner. Johnson is a recent graduate from North Peace Secondary School and is going to MacGill in the fall to study bio medical studies, with the intention to one day be a doctor. Johnson said the career appeals to her because she has a passion for science, enjoys working with people and thinks it’s a challenging career. The reward is valued at $2,000. From left: Taneille Johnson and Alec Pryndik

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August 12, 2010

Water restrictions in effect in DC, Pouce Coupe; lited in Taylor or turfed areas are no longer valid. Kevin Henderson, director of infrastructure and sustainable development with the City of Dawson Creek, said recordlow water levels on the Kiskatinaw River, the sole source of water for residents of the city and the village, prompted the restrictions. He added rainfall over the August long weekend made little difference on the water level in the river. The public is asked to refrain from any other non-essential use of water during this time. Filling or refilling garden Contributed photo ponds, ornamental fountains, Water levels in the Kiskatinaw River, the source of water for Dawson Creek and hot-tubs and swimming holes Pouce Coupe, have led to water restrictions in the two communities. is prohibited. Washing of vehicles should be limited to ensurBy Matthew Bains ing safe operation or visibility of windows or licence PEACE REGION – Increased restrictions on water plates. use in Dawson Creek and Pouce Coupe came into efAll watering must be done using a hose with an aufect on Aug. 12. tomatic shut-off device. Stage three water conservation measures will be Stage four is the highest level of water restrictions, in effect until further notice. Lawn watering is now and if enforced, Henderson said that would limit water prohibited, and any permits to water newly-seeded use to only the most fundamental uses for day-to-day

living. He said since the current water conservation bylaw was enacted in 2008, there has never been a need for stage four, or stage three, conservation measures previous to this decision. Henderson said he is concerned about the compound effect of having three dry summers in a row and said the river depends on groundwater aquifers, so it may take an above-average year of precipitation to replenish them. Starting last year, stage one conservation measures automatically came into effect from May 1 to Sept. 30, which restricts lawn watering to twice a week. More information on water conservation measures in Dawson Creek and Pouce Coupe can be found online at www.dawsoncreek.ca. In the District of Taylor, stage three water use restrictions have been lifted and stage one has been reinstated. Public works superintendent Gordon Davies said that means lawn watering can be done on oddnumbered days from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. and from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. for all residents. “The reduction from stage three has to do with the controlled use of water, and the fact BC Hydro released more water for power sales, which has assisted us with our wells in the river,” said Davies. He said low water levels on the Peace River have resulted in two separate occasions this summer where stage three restrictions were enacted and then rescinded. He added those restrictions could be reinstated again if dry conditions were to continue.

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A journey of neverending hope underway for local families

in a different way,” he said. His message to others who go to get to the procedure is not to lose hope – the results will come. Tompkins isn’t the only one looking for hope. Without much thought, he could think of five people he knows who are also looking to take a similar journey, either to Mexico, or some of the other treatment facilities around the world, including three at the Fort St. John care home. One of those residents is 41 year-old Brent Harris. Harris was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis when he was 30 and withMelanie Robinson photo Brent Harris, along with his wife Mary Matthews, will be traveling to Mexico to receive in six months, he and his treatment for his multiple sclerosis on Aug. 28. The family is raising money for the three family saw the progresMS patients at the care home to receive the treatment. From left: Mary Matthews, Brent sion from him working as a safety superintendent Harris, Aiden Matthews, two and Jordan Matthews to not working again and having to walk with a cane. By Melanie Robinson Now, 11 years later, Harris lives in the care home full time, FORT ST. JOHN – The journey is one of hope for many is unable to walk and he and his family see the disease promultiple sclerosis patients. It is one, however, that usually takes those patients outside gressing more and more – that’s why he and his wife Mary of Canada, and sometimes around the world, to receive CC- Matthews will be leaving at the end of August for Mexico where he will receive the same procedure as Tompkins on SVI or chronic cerebro-spinal venous insufficiency. The procedure was discovered in Italy in 2009 and has Aug. 28. “Everyday there’s something more that he can’t do. I been able to show varying improvements in patients’ sympknow that’s the disease, but if there is something out there toms – some dramatically and others day-by-day. Tompkins, who referred to himself as a ‘guinea pig’ before …I think anybody in my situation would do the same thing. I leaving for Merida, Mexico for the procedure, is now provid- hope they would, well in our family’s situation, we just want the best for him,” said Matthews about the decision to go to ing more hope to the patients awaiting their surgery. “Which minute,” was his response when asked what kind Mexico. Her family, like the Tompkins’ family has no option to go of progress he’s made since his surgery, citing examples such as being able to straighten his hands for the first time in somewhere in North America, as it’s not presently offered. 10 years, curling his toes, better eyesight, better tolerance of They are, however, inspired by the announcement the first week of August stating the Saskatchewan government will the heat and less headaches. Add on top of that his new ability to taste things, which he be taking part in new research to understand the CCSVI prodidn’t realize had been hampered by the disease, and losing cedure by funding clinical trials. “It’s great for their province and hopefully the rest will folthe sensation of walking on marbles, and what he calls the low suit,” said Matthews. She later added, “it’s angioplasty, ‘wow factor’ is huge. Tompkins tells the story of waking up in the recovery that’s what I don’t get. I know people who have had angioroom and not knowing whether he’d underwent the surgery plasty, you’re not put out, it’s very in evasive, and that’s what our doctor said, he’s not concerned in the least about the pro– until he realized what he could do. “I didn’t have a clue, I didn’t realize that I had the opera- cedure. The flight, maybe, betion yet so all this going on at the same time, it was just over- cause he will be tired, and the heat, Brent’s very susceptible whelming, I didn’t know what to think,” he said. He added he is hoping to regain a lot of his abilities as he to heat.” It’s a journey, however, progresses from the surgery. “I have no doubts whatsoever that most of me will come that Harris is excited for as he back – there may be things that won’t, but they’ll come back counts down the days to the

trip. The family says they are inspired and more excited about the journey after seeing Tompkins’ progress since his return to Fort St. John. “From what I’ve seen with Rocky, it makes the world of difference,” said Harris. Matthews said it’s important to do the trip now because of how Harris’ disease is progressing, and if it doesn’t work, at least the family knows they tried. “Because really we don’t have five years, we don’t have even 16 months or whatever, not watching it go downhill the way it has,” she said. The family is looking to raise approximately $20,000 for the journey and is also looking to raise money for the other two patients with MS in the care home to receive the procedure as well. “Give me a chance,” said Harris, adding his ultimate goal “would be for me to walk again and go back to work and make some money to support my wife. That would be the ultimate goal.” A dinner and dance fundraiser will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion in Fort St. John on Aug. 28 for the three residents at the care home – the day of Harris’ procedure. The cost is $35 and tickets are available at the Legion, World Gym, Fort Motors or they can call Janine Welsh at (250) 789-3325.

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August 12, 2010

Words of Opinion

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Northeast NEWS

EDITORIAL

It really is great to see Air Canada bringing another flight to Fort St. John. The new flight, announced last week, will see a departure from the Energetic City at 6:20 a.m., allowing those traveling to enjoy the convenience of same-day arrivals at their travel locations. There will also be a flight leaving Vancouver at 10:45 p.m., arriving in the city just after midnight – a convenient option for both business and leisure. While the changes will benefit many in the Northeast, what isn’t of benefit is some of the prices residents are expected to pay. For a return flight to Vancouver from Fort St. John, for example, two residents can sometimes be expected to pay upwards of $1,300 for their flights – or more – seems a little much for a trip that takes just over an hour. While it’s nice to see the direct service offered five times a day, it would be nice for residents to also see a break in the money they put forth to travel. It’s no wonder some decide to drive to Grande Prairie for travel when it offers two major airlines and an ability for some competitive prices. It’s true – sometimes flights out of Fort St. John are not that much more expensive, considering paying for parking and the gas money it would take to drive across the border – but that’s not always the case and that’s evident by the flights leaving Grande Prairie on a daily basis. While Air Canada does need to be commended for its decision to offer more service to Fort St. John, something needs to be done to provide prices that will keep travelers leaving from this community because there certainly are benefits to the local economy if they do.

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It has been far from a “slow summer” in terms of news from Ottawa. New initiatives and programs to benefit Canadians and enhance confidence in our justice and parliamentary systems, among others, continue to be rolled out by my Cabinet colleagues. Justice Minister Rob Nicholson announced this week new regulations that will strengthen the ability of law enforcement agencies to fight organized crime. It is estimated that there are 750 organized crime groups operating across Canada and, through new legislation and regulations, our Conservative Government is working to close the legal loopholes these organizations use to escape prosecution. As it currently stands, there are a number of criminal acts perpetrated by organized crime groups that are not legally considered “serious offences” under the Criminal Code. Minister Nicholson has acted to ensure that ‘signature’ activities by organized crime, such as large-scale illegal gambling and specific prostitution

and drug-related crimes are clearly identi- tors and exempt staff in the offices of the fied as “serious crimes”. Criminal gangs Leaders of the Opposition in the House depend heavily on the revenue they re- and Senate are subject to the same receive from these crimes to fund their vast quirements already placed on ministers, their exempt staff and senior public serand violent criminal operations. Offenders convicted of these specific vants. By broadening the defiorganized crime offences nition of designated pubmust serve their sentences lic office holders covered consecutively to any other under the Lobbying Act, punishment imposed. Supwe are continuing our Govported by all provincial and ernment’s action to ensure territorial justice ministers, Parliament is accountable this new action will give poto Canadians and not to lice and prosecutors stronspecial interest groups. ger tools to target organized Minister Day, as Miniscrime activity and help keep By Jay Hill ter responsible for British more dangerous criminals Columbia, also announced behind bars. And later this week, my colleague, the launch of the $100 million InvestTreasury Board President Stockwell Day, ments in Forest Industry Transformation announced our Government is taking fur- (IFIT) program in Vancouver and made a ther action to increase transparency and call for proposals that could receive IFIT accountability of Canada’s Parliament funding. IFIT was introduced in Canada’s Jobs by proposing to expand the scope of the Lobbying Act to ensure that MPs, Sena- and Growth Budget 2010 and is designed

to demonstrate and deploy new and advanced technologies in the forest sector through investments in innovative processes. The goal is to encourage the development of a wider range of technologies that can help secure a more prosperous future for Canada’s forest industry and the communities, like many in Prince George-Peace River, that depend upon it. To learn more about the program and how you can apply for funding, go to www.forest-transformation.nrcan.gc.ca. And on a final note, Statistics Canada reported yet another increase in Canada’s GDP. This represents economic growth in 10 of the past 12 months. Our Conservative Government will continue to implement our Economic Action Plan to protect incomes, create jobs, ease credit markets and help workers and communities get back on their feet while returning to balanced budgets and keeping a lid on overall government spending. For the latest economic news go to www.actionplan.gc.ca.

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Changing the rate The truth about Site C talked about

This letter to the mayor and council at the City of Fort St. John was provided to the Northeast News for publication. Mayor Lantz and city council members: As a director of the Peace River Regional District, I would like to thank you for the opportunity to represent the 6,500 plus citizens of Area C. My purpose is to seek a fair and equitable costing of the city bulk water provided to the citizens of Area C within and without the Fort St. John Airport subdivision. Up until 2008, these rural residents were paying $0.69/ cu metre whereas the city residents were paying $0.75/ cu metre. In 2008, this rate for the rural people changed to $1.25/cu metre and in 2009 it was increased to $2.50/ cu metre. The airport subdivision also pays an additional $0.50 service free for a total of $3/cu metre. The citizens of Area C are asking for parity with the city residents at $0.75/cu metre and the Fort St. John OSB Plant at $0.75/cu metre. Note that both of these price upgrades were conducted without any review or consultation with the director for Area C. Democracy is a fragile and precarious principle. These two increases were also enacted contrary to the city’s credo wherein your objective is to avoid controversy. I can assure you that this issue will attract controversy until the fees are adjusted to reflect fairness and equitability. Rural people consider that they will pay their fair share but do not wish to be treated unjustly as they consider themselves to be NET contributors to the municipal tax base of the City of Fort St. John. In summary: The current water pricing by the city is contrary to the city’s own credo to avoid controversy; principle of fairness and equitability; principle of wholesale versus retail (i.e. bulk water is wholesale and commercially always at a lower price compared to retail, which is a higher price intended to recapture the additional costs of a distribution network) and it is not welcoming to your rural neighbours and is disrespectful to the people’s elected representative of Area C. Solution: The rural residents of Area C are seeking parity and are asking the city to realign the water rates charged to be the same pricing as the Fort St. John OSB Plant. This is presumably a bulk industrial rate. If it considered that if there is a shortfall in the capital funding for the upgrade bulk loading facility, it is suggested that the difference can be made up by the city’s annual $25 million dollar Fair Share allotment that is directly paid by the rural areas to the municipal coffers of the Peace. Arthur Hadland Baldonnel

This letter to the editor was provided in response to Site C truth must be revealed in the Northeast News on July 29 Editor: A recent letter to the editor contained some comments about the Site C Clean Energy Project that BC Hydro would like to clarify. 1. BC Hydro surveyed both moose tracks (1,038) and moose counts (343) in its Stage 2 wildlife studies. Readers can view this information in the report, Baseline Vegetation and Wildlife Report, available on the BC Hydro website at www.bchydro.com/sitec. 2. While property owner consultation was included in BC Hydro’s Stage 2 report (chapter 5), BC Hydro always balances public information with the need to protect the privacy of individual property owners. A good overview of public and stakeholder issues and concerns can be found in the summary consultation reports posted on the BC Hydro website, including a consideration memo demonstrating how we incorporated public input. 3. Site C is not expected to have large impacts on bear habitat or populations in either the project area or the re-

gion. In Stage 3, BC Hydro will be assessing the potential effects of the project on wildlife as part of an independent environmental assessment process. 4. Site C is being planned to meet future domestic electricity needs, as demand is forecast to grow by 20 to 40 per cent in the next 20 years. BC Hydro has been a net purchaser of electricity in nine of the last ten years and expects to be a net purchaser of electricity again this year. 5. The Site C location has been determined through decades of engineering research and study. In addition, BC Hydro is updating and refining the historic project design to reflect current environmental, seismic and safety guidelines. BC Hydro recognizes that all electricity generation causes impacts. In Stage 3, an independent environmental assessment process will include studies on potential project effects and mitigation measures and will provide opportunities for consultation and input by the public, property owners, First Nations, communities and customers. Dave Conway Community Relations Manager, Site C

Editor: I cannot understand why some people are opposed to an important project like the Site C dam. It’s been part of the energy plans of this province for more than half a century. If Site C had been built back in the 1980’s as it was supposed to have been we wouldn’t find ourselves in the current situation of having to import electricity from Alberta and its coal burning, climate changing power plants. Even if British Columbia didn’t need the power from Site C back in the 1980’s, Site C should have been built anyways as an investment in the province’s future knowing that we would one day need the power. And think about all those years in which we could have

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Groundbirch music festival grows to regional highlight By Matthew Bains GROUNDBIRCH – For those music fans not into the rock and bombast of Grizfest, there was a different kind of music festival happening in Groundbirch on the August long weekend. The Hommy’s Pasture Pickin’ Groundbirch Historical Society Yee-Haw Country Music Festival, as it is formally known, brought together 29 acts from all over British Columbia and Alberta. It’s quite unlike any other music festival in the region – it’s volunteer-driven, completely free of charge and the musicians play for free and their names are literally thrown into a hat to determine who will perform when over the weekend. It all started from humble beginnings, on the lawn of Grant and Karen Hommy. Grant Hommy said he’s been a musician since he was a young man and about 20 years he got some like-minded fellows together one weekend to play some music. “We just came together for a jam session for the weekend and it’s grown to this size,” he said, adding he estimated there were between 800 and 1,000 people at the festival this year. He said it continued to grow in size every year and five years ago members of the Groundbirch Historical Society approached him about moving it to the Groundbirch Hall. Volunteers with the society have been responsible for maintaining and improving the hall and the grounds, including building a roofed outdoor dance floor that was finished a week before the festival. The music – a mix of folk and country, with plenty of acous-

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Golf tournament raising money for residents who need support

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From left: Brendon Strong, Tyler Strong, Brendon Krewenshak and Caiden Maltis with Reconnect Youth Services program in Dawson Creek were doing there best to direct Wal-mart customers’ attention to a barbeque fundraiser that was taking place in the parking lot from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Aug. 6. The proceeds will go towards funding summer activities for the youth and towards a new facility to house the program.

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By Matthew Bains FORT ST. JOHN – A local business is once again holding a charity golf tournament in an effort to raise money for the Fort St. John Association for Community Living. DGS Astro Paving, a division of Interoute Construction Ltd., is hosting their sixth annual Invitational Charity Golf Tournament on Aug. 20 at the Lake Point Golf and Country Club in Charlie Lake. Divisional manager John Cunningham said the event has been a fundraiser for the Association for Community Living for the last three years. “They do a lot of good work and help out people right in the community,” he said. Cunningham said last year they raised over $15,000 and they would like to meet or exceed that total this year. He said the money is raised by donations made by suppliers and contractors they deal with and through games they put on during the tournament. “The costs are totally borne by DGS Astro Paving and all the money raised goes toward the charity,” he said. Those costs include green fees, cart rentals, lunch and dinner and a live band. Cunningham said the tournament will be a “best ball” format. He added there is a draw for cash prizes during the tournament, but he said last year

Suspicious fires lit near Chetwynd CHETWYND – Chetwynd RCMP are investigating several fires they have deemed “highly suspicious.” The fires were reportedly lit on the side of Highway 29 five kilometres south of the town sometime between 5 and 7 p.m. on Aug. 3. The fire department responded and was able to extinguish the fires before there was any loss to property. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call the Chetwynd RCMP at (250) 788-9221 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Items stolen after break and enter at information centre DAWSON CREEK – Police are looking for information regarding a break and enter into the Dawson Creek Information Centre next to the Mile 0 Campground on Highway 97 North. Sometime during the evening of July 30, a person(s) gained entry to the building by using a bench to break the back window. The suspect(s) reportedly stole the contents of a donation bin and cash from a till, as well as a laptop computer. In an unrelated incident, another laptop computer was stolen from the campground about a week prior. Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to contact the Dawson Creek RCMP at (250) 784-3700 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Police request assistance in locating assault suspect FORT ST. JOHN – In the early morning hours of August 5, 2010, the Fort St. John RCMP received a report of a fight in Reduced to $885,000 - Prime farmland in great location on pavement just 17 miles north of Fort St. the parking lot of Loonie Toons Bar in Fort St John. The suspect, now identified as Jonathan Rae Honeywell, as- John (Across from Upper Pine School - NW, NE, saulted three males and one male suffered a head injury in the SE, SW 1/4’s Sec. 31-86-18) 4 bedroom home with incident and has been transferred to Vancouver General Hos- basement and upstairs, great landscaped yard and pital to receive medical treatment. The male victim is in stable garden, 50’x100’ machine shed, metal granaries, condition and is expected to survive his injuries. The two other and hopper bins on cement (35,000 bu storage) - 2 male victims were treated for minor injuries and have since barns, heated waterers, fenced, corrals, $8560 surbeen released. face lease annual income. On Aug. 6, charges were sworn in Fort St. John Provincial Court and a warrant was issued for the arrest of Honeywell. Additional half section adjacent to this section listed The warrant issued is for three counts of Assault, including at $350,000. S 1/2 Sec 5-87-18 - 1/2 mile pavement one Aggravated Assault. frontage surface lease income $10,115 per year. Fort St. John RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in locating Honeywell. If located, do not approach him but 1/4 section on 262 Road one mile west of pavement call the Fort St. John RCMP at (250) 787-8100. If anyone has listed at $175,000, good building site in S.E. corner. information regarding this incident, they are asked to call the All 3 properties have approx. 95% cultivation. RCMP. If you wish to remain anonymous, please call Crime Visit our website - farmsandranchescanada.com Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or via the web at www.crimestopLarry Peterson 250-787-7618 Cell 250-262-7125 persfsj.ca.

the top winners graciously donated those prizes to the charity. If businesses are interested in entering the tournament or sponsoring it, they should contact Tim Rankin with DGS Astro Paving at (250) 787-7281. Cory Goodwin, special projects manager with the Association for Community Living, said the tournament is a major fundraiser for them and helps them purchase equipment for their clients that isn’t covered by other funding sources. “It goes into equipment – mobility equipment, communications equipment, those kinds of things – that enhance their lives so they can get out into the community better and communicate better,” she said. For example, she added, they purchased a van and a specialized bicycle, and they are now looking to buy a mobile lift device. Goodwin added the tournament also helps their clients interact with the local business community, which can result in lasting friendships and even job opportunities. The organization currently supports about 45 individuals with varying levels of need.

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This is, however, what Lowell White, a man from Los Angeles, California, is doing – starting June 7 in Fairbanks, Alaska, with a goal to arrive in Key West, Florida in the fall. The journey began with a vision from God and, after much deliberation and thought, he realized this was what God wanted him to do. “The Spirit of God is leading me to do [this]. And what the Spirit of God is leading me to do is to proclaim the Holy Spirit is here,” he said, adding he talked to God about whether it was Him who wanted White to do the journey. “Six thousand miles is a long way for me to , go out and be saying something that you didn’t say Fort St John, BC for me to say, I would be in trouble. But then I wouldn’t have this provision to provide for the vision.” White has been cycling most of his adult life and has done journeys across the United States from ocean to Open 7 Days a Week ocean three times. He also cycled from Fairbanks, Alaska to Los Angeles, California 30 years ago last month and at the time he thought it was a start to a potential career in movies, but he now likens it to preparation for his present journey. said it is the Spirit Monday - Friday ofWhite God that pushes him up hills and he thinks about Only $13.99 God while he’s cycling. “This ride here has come

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RCMP members cycling across the North to fund cancer research and support in annual Tour de North

Cst. Jennifer McCreesh

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Cst. Shawn Ingham.

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By Matthew Bains NORTHEAST – Four RCMP members from the Northeast are gearing up for the Canadian Cancer Society’s Cops for Cancer Tour de North from Sept. 10 to 16. None of them needs motivation to cycle over 800 kilometres from Prince George to Prince Rupert, as the disease has affected each of them in a personal way. Cst. Shawn Ingham from Fort St. John took part in the tour in 2008 and he said his motivation remains the same. “Both my father and my brother died of cancer, so it hits pretty close to home,” said Ingham. “If there’s anything I can do while I’m still able to help raise money for cancer research, then I’m go-

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ing to do it.” He added helping to send children diagnosed with cancer to Camp Goodtimes, a summer camp near Maple Ridge, just adds to his drive. Ingham said although he has always enjoyed cycling, he never participated in anything like the Tour de North before 2008. However, he said it was a great experience, and he had great support from the other riders. He said it was grueling at times, and it rained hard for a couple of days, but he thinks that doesn’t even come close to the hardships of young cancer patients. “These kids go through chemo(therapy) and radiation and all that stuff they go through on a monthly basis, this is nothing really compared to what they go through,” he said. Ingham said besides cycling on his own time, he is also on the Bike Patrol this summer on the streets of Fort St. John. His detachment, in partnership with local sponsors, are organizing two fundraising events for the Tour de North later this month (more information below). Insp. Patrick Egan from Fort St. John will also be taking part in the tour this year. This is Egan’s third year in the event, and according to the biography he submitted online, he has been an avid cyclist for 25 years. He wrote this year he is riding in honour of his brother-inlaw, who passed away in April after being diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. Cst. Jennifer McCreesh with the Fort Nelson detachment said the fact she hasn’t been on a bike since she was a teenager hasn’t deterred her from participating, as she has many reasons to ride this year. She said her one grandfather passed away in 2002 after a prolonged battle with prostate cancer and she lost her 30 year-old cousin last year to bone cancer. She volunteered for the ride this year as her other grandfather was battling bone cancer, and unfortunately, he succumbed to the disease in May. “He lost his battle, but there are a lot of people still fighting their own, and I want to help support them,” she said. McCreesh said she has been training hard, cycling as much as possible around Fort Nelson, and she is very excited for the tour. Story continued on Page 15

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RCMP MEMBERS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14

“I’m looking forward to the camaraderie that comes along with it,” she said. “There’s going to be 23 RCMP members, a couple of civilian riders and a BC Ambulance rider, so we’re all going to work together and support each other on this ride, and I’m looking forward to making new friends and having a new experience.” McCreesh will be hosting a fundraising event on Aug. 22 and invites the public to come down and meet her and find out more about why she is riding. She said local businesses have been great in supporting the event and she expects to raise a lot of money. Cst. Rachel Geense of Dawson Creek is also hopping on a bike for the first time since she was a teenager, but she is equally motivated by close family and friends who have struggled with cancer. Geense explained a family she was very close to growing up in Ontario was hit hard with the disease. She said a woman she considered a second mother growing up, as well as the woman’s daughter and mother, were all diagnosed with the disease within the last year, and the daughter has since passed away. She added a fellow member at the Dawson Creek detachment had a young son who succumbed to the disease. Geense said training has involved cycling around Dawson Creek at least four times a week for at least an hour every time. She said she has challenged herself each time by setting farther distances to reach and cycling uphill. On the fundraising side, she said a barbeque she held on July 31 with donations from M&M Meats raised over $1,000. She added she has sent letters and fundraising information to family and friends in Ontario. “I have the community my parents live in, which is separate from the community I grew up in, so I have two communities outside of Dawson Creek that are supporting me,” she said. Geense said her goal is to raise at least $5,000, which would be enough to send an entire family to Camp Goodtimes. She said the public should stay tuned for more fundraising events she is planning in the near future. Donations to each or all of the riders can be made online by visiting www.cancer.ca and following the links to the Tour de North donation page. They can also be made by visiting

the members respective detachments during regular office hours. Fundraising events: The Fort St. John detachment is holding their sixth annual Jail and Bail event on Aug. 17. Participating businesses have submitted forms to have their bosses or colleagues “arrested” and “jailed” at the Totem Mall. The jailed participants will then have to phone family and friends to raise a predetermined “bail,” with all proceeds going towards cancer research and support. The detachment will also be hosting a first annual Cycle and Shine Event and Fundraiser at the Esquires Contributed photo Contributed photo Coffee House parking lot Insp. Pat Egan. Cst. Rachel Geense. at 10011 96 Street on Aug. Volleyball Tournament and Family Barbeque” 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. will be held on Aug. 22 at Art Fraser Memorial Park. The The event will include a yard/garage sale, a barbeque, a “kid’s bike rodeo” and a motorcycle show and shine. Chil- event is open to everybody and will feature a round-robin dren and youth will learn about bicycle safety and a $100 tournament of six teams, a barbeque, a 50/50 draw and raffles gift certificate from Ferris Fast Cycles will be drawn for the for various prizes, with proceeds going to the Tour de North. youth who participated in the Fort St. John Bike Patrol’s • Comfortable Extra Large Rooms Positive Ticketing Campaign • Full Kitchen Suites Available this summer. The proceeds • Affordable Rates Regular from the event will be split Room • Complimentary Coffee in Rooms Rate With between the Tour de North • FREE Wireless Internet Coupon and the Fort St. John SPCA. • Free Phones Only • Parking with Winter Plug-ins To register for the show and (Rooms Starting at $79) • Commercial Rates Please mention coupon when reserving. Some shine or to donate an item to restrictions may apply. One coupon per customer. Not to • Restaurant on Site British Columbia be combined with other offers. Expires Sept 30, 2010. the garage sale, contact Cst. • 24 Hour Desk Shawn Ingham at (250) 787Moments from Shopping, Toll Free: 1-800-663-3290 • Refrigerators in All Rooms Restaurants, Attractions, 7140 or (250) 793-9586. Tel: 250-563-3671 • Rooms with Microwaves Available Events & Services. In Fort Nelson, a “Beach 1630 E. Central St. (Hwy 97), Prince George

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A summer of learning

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The African Children’s Choir recently did a tour throughout the Northeast, including a stop on Aug. 1 at the Pioneer Village in Dawson Creek. Many residents turned out for the event, which ended up as a standing room only show.

By Michele Mobley This is the time of year when most of us pack up the kids and head out on holidays. Whether your holiday is to a campsite an hour away or across the country, you can keep your children entertained while nurturing their literacy skills. Older children and adults can exercise their minds by playing the licence plate game. Simply create words using the letters on passing plates. Get smaller children involved by having them watch the scenery. Count the number of animals in a field, have them look for things that are a particular colour, or ask them to recognize letters of the alphabet on road signs. These types of learning games are not limited to the vehicle. Games between parents, or caregivers, and children foster communication skills, fuel the mind, prevent boredom, and best of all, they don’t cost a penny! Safe travels this summer! Michele Mobley is the community literacy co-ordinator in Dawson Creek and can be reached at (250) 719-6047 or at literacy.dc@gmail.com.

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63rd Annual

North Peace Fall Fair 3 Day Fall Fair Friday, Saturday, Sunday, August 13, 14, 15, 2010 Admission per day: Adults $10 Ages 6 - 16 $5 • Seniors $5 Children 5 & under FREE! Camping: $30 for the weekend Gates close at 11 p.m. Gate Prizes: Courtesy of Home Harware Building Centre, $1000 Voucher, Quality Inn Northern Grand, 2 - $150 Gift Certificates

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Efforts continue to stop weeds

By Matthew Bains PEACE REGION – Weeds may seem like a minor inconvenience to the average urbanite, but in rural areas dependent on agriculture, the pesky plants can be a serious problem. Dennis Meier, the invasive plant contractor hired by the Peace River Regional District, made a presentation to the board recently on the efforts to monitor and control the spread of weeds. Meier is a producer himself and he said weed seeds can be very difficult to screen from similar-sized grain and forage seeds. “It takes your crop from being a very productive and lucrative crop to being almost worthless,” he said. “The more invasive plants you can keep out of an area, the more productive farmers can be and the more money they can make.” Meier said with a limited budget, controlling all weeds is impossible, but they focus on keeping new, aggressive species from establishing in susceptible areas. He said there’s a concern orange and yellow hawkweed may spread along the slopes of the Murray River south of Tumbler Ridge as a result of a pipeline project being built there, as trucks and equipment carry seeds across from Alberta. He said they’ve been working with industry to promote practices that prevent the spread of weeds in the region. For example, there’s been success in getting oil and gas companies to stop using canola seed screening to absorb oil on sites, because the screenings were not being disposed of properly, and they contained weed seeds. He added they would also like to see local companies clean their equipment before leav-

ing or entering sites. “We would like a wash program,” he said. “We would encourage every construction site to have their equipment washed before it comes into the Peace and vice-versa.” Meier was joined by David Ralph, senior weed technologist in the province with the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands. Ralph said an inter-ministry group – with consultation from the 26 regional district, municipal or local weed committees across the province – is working on changes to regulations under the Weed Control Act. He said one of the changes is a new approach to the listings of weed species. Species common in neighbouring jurisdictions, such as Alberta, that pose a risk of spreading to British Columbia will be on a prohibited list. “The prohibited list will kick in an early detection, rapid response system that we’re developing,” said Ralph. “It’s going to be a provincial system that monitors and responds to new invasive plant species introduced to British Columbia.” Ralph said they’re working with the Ministry of Environment to allow mild herbicide use within the 10-metre pesticide-free zones along watercourses. “In the riparian areas, these 10-metre pesticide-free zones are a bit of a hurdle that we need to get through in order to be more effective,” he said. He said they are working on new regulations for the transportation of materials that are prone to contamination, such as soil, gravel and forage crops such as hay. Story continued on Page 25

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Troyer DRIVERS Ventures Ltd. is a growing energy servicesWANTED company providing oilfield services and fluid transportation in North Eastern Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a growing energy BC. Troyer currently has openings for: services company providing oilfield services Truck/ Truck/ and Vacuum fluid transportation in Steam North Eastern BC. TroyerCombo currently has openings for: Unit Operators

Vacuum Truck/ Steam Truck/ Successful candidates will be courteous, self Combo Unit Operators motivated, and eager to learn. Oilfield Successful candidates will beTraining courteous,isself experience is an asset. available, motivated, and eager to learn. Oilfield valid H2S and first aid and clean drug test experience is an asset. Training is available, are H Srequired. Compensation package valid 2 and first aid and clean drug test includes excellent wages and benefits. are required. Compensation package

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The intent of this position is to provide management functions for the Federation including carrying out the initiatives, goals and plans of the Federation. This position also oversees the day to day operations of the Federation including communicating with the Federation Board and member libraries. It also includes administration of the Federation such as acting as Here is an EXCELLENT opportunity where ITIES Secretary to the Board, maintaining membership information, Here is an EXCELLENT opportunity where hard work and hard work and dedication can lead to CAcorrespondence, arranging Board meetings, facilitating Library Director dedication can lead to CAREER GROWTH!!!!!! nstrucere is an EXCELLENT opportunity where hard work and meetings, planning workshops, and negotiating contracts with common REER GROWTH!!!!!! ourneyvendors. The Manager will also assist with financial management of the superior GROWTH!!!!!! customer relations skills, effective Welders, edication You canshould leaddemonstrate to CAREER Federation including preparation of the annual budget and management of merchandising techniques along with thesuperior ability to work in a fast ease You should demonstrate customer e to: paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills accounts.

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DISTRICT OF CHETWYND AQUATIC SUPERVISOR

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DEPARTMENT: CLASSIFICATION: HOURS OF WORK:

Parks & Recreation Aquatic Supervisor Varied (including evening & weekend shifts)

STATUS: UNION: WAGES:

Regular , Full-Time CUPE Local 3052 $26.72 – 27.80/hr plus benefits

Chetwynd located in the foothills the eastern of the Rocky Mountains the Chetwynd is islocated in the foothills of the of eastern slope ofslope the Rocky Mountains in the Peace in River Peace area. Excellent recreation facilities, a diversified economy area. River Excellent recreation facilities, a diversified economy and being rated as BC’s and most being livable rated small as BC’s most livable small community make Chetwynd a great place to live and work. community make Chetwynd a great place to live and work. Join us us at at the the District District ofof Chetwynd – we– have an opening for a regular, full-time full-time Aquatic Supervisor. Join Chetwynd we have an opening for a regular, Aquatic Reporting to aReporting designated to supervisor, the incumbent will assist in the supervision of staff, Supervisor. a designated supervisor, the incumbent will assist in program the suandprogram safety standards associated with the position also involves a with varietythe of activities, policies pervision of staff, activities, policies andfacility. safetyThis standards associated life guarding swim instruction duties. a variety of life guarding and swim instruction duties. facility. Thisand position also involves The successful candidate will have a valid National Lifeguard Service Award – Pool Option; CPR – Basic

The successful candidate will have a valid National Lifeguard Service Award – Pool OpRescuer (C-level) and First Aid Ticket (Emergency First Aid, Standard First Aid, Aquatic Emergency Care tion; CPR – Basic and First Ticket (Emergency FirstSociety Aid, Standard FirstRescuer Aid I, II, or(C-level) III); Red Cross WaterAid Safety Instructor and Lifesaving Instructor; or Occupational First Aid,knowledge Aquatic ofEmergency orand Occupational First Aid I, II, or III); Red thorough water rescueCare methods first aid/resuscitation; ability to supervise and Cross direct Water Instructor andofLifesaving Society Instructor; thorough knowledge of water aquaticSafety staff; basic knowledge filtration plant, equipment and water chemistry; ability to perform a rescue aid/resuscitation; abilityfortopool supervise and direct aquatic staff; variety methods of custodialand andfirst maintenance tasks as required operation; and current BC Driver’s License. Completion a criminalplant, record equipment check is mandatory for thischemistry; job. Preference willto beperform given to basic knowledge of offiltration and water ability Instructorand Trainer, NLS Instructor and/or Emergency Care Instructor and certificates. acandidates variety ofwith custodial maintenance tasks asAquatic required for pool operation; current BC Driver’s License. Completion of a criminal record check is mandatory for this job. We offer employees applyInstructor and enhanceTrainer, their skills in a positive environment. Preference will betremendous given to opportunities candidatestowith NLS Instructor and/or If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your application by 4:30 Aquatic Emergency Care Instructor certificates. p.m. on August 27, 2010 to:

We offer employees opportunities to apply and enhance their skills in a posiHumantremendous Resources Officer, District of Chetwynd tive environment. If you are Road, seeking challenging andBCrewarding 5400 North Access PO aBox 357, Chetwynd, V0C 1J0 career opportunity, please submit Fax your application by 4:30 p.m. on August 27, 2010 to: No.: (250) 401-4101 Email: d-chet@gochetwynd.com

Human Resources Officer, District of Chetwynd Posted on5400 July 23, 2010.Access Road, PO Box 357, Chetwynd, BC V0C 1J0 North Fax No.: (250) 401-4101 Email: d-chet@gochetwynd.com

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DEPUTY CLERK (Full-Time Permanent Position) General posting pursuant to Article 12.1 of the Collective Agreement The District of Hudson’s Hope invites applications from qualified persons for the Full-Time, Permanent position of Deputy Clerk. Reporting to the Administrator, the Deputy Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of professional administrative duties including preparing a variety of documents, handling enquiries and complaints, researching projects and interpreting bylaws and policies. Other responsibilities include the coordination and processing of development notifications, legal actions, certifying legal documents, and taking affidavits and oaths. Also included are the coordination of agendas and minute preparations for Council and other committee meetings, as well as other work of a complex and often confidential nature. The incumbent works under minimal supervision, so independent judgment, exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure is required along with sound knowledge of office procedures. Preference will be given to applicants with local government work experience. A complete description should be requested or picked up at the District Office prior to submitting an application. This position is included in the Collective Agreement, which is currently under review; accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to become a member of the BC Government & Service Employees’ Union. The established rate of pay (2009 rates) for this position is $26.42 per hour ($23.78/hr. during the 90-day probationary period). Applications with a detailed résumé of relevant work experience, education and qualifications will be received at the Municipal Office between Monday, August 9, 2010 at 8:30 am and Monday, August 23rd, 2010 at 4:00 pm. If any clarification or other details are required, please contact the undersigned. Please note that any previously submitted applications must be resubmitted for this Full Time Permanent posting between the dates above.

Charles Nash, CAO District of Hudson’s Hope 9904 Dudley Drive, PO Box 330 Hudson’s Hope, BC, V0C 1V0 Tel: (250) 783-9901; Fax: (250) 783-5741 cao@hudsonshope.ca

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Taylor 50X120 LOT. Prepaid water / sewer at lot line. Lot is level. Asking $55,000.000 Call 604-327-9597 or email pginn@shaw.ca (09/02)

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T/D – 14 International Cat with blade. Estimated to be built in the late 1940’s or early 1950’s Complete – not running. Asking $1,000.00 (OBO) Call: 250-785-4557 or email: mcdonapp@awink. com (08/26)

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Purebred Border collie puppies Ranch bred from working parents. 5 weeks old and will have shots by weaning time. Call: 250-788-3123 or 250-788-2115 (08/26)

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Pensioners looking for a small house or apt to rent. Pet friendly. Call 250-2642399 (08/12)

Posted on July 23, 2010.

BV Land Consulting Ltd. along with its wholly own subsidiary Northern Rockies Environmental Services Ltd. has openings for the following personnel. Land Administrator/Referral Technician – BV Land Consulting Ltd. Permanent full time position available, LRM course an asset but not mandatory, and experience in the oil and gas industry preferred. The candidate must have a minimum of 2 years experience in handling referrals, and general land administration. Must have working knowledge of oil and gas exploration processes and administration, assist other Referral Tech.’s and Land Agents, various general office administration to include phones, good knowledge of computers, Microsoft Access, Excel and Word. Offering a competitive wage and benefits. Hourly wage commensurate with experience. Environmental Technician – Northern Rockies Environmental Services Ltd. Northern Rockies Environmental Services Ltd. is looking to hire an experienced Environmental Technologist. The ideal candidate would have vast field knowledge, as well as great report writing skills. Experience in completing: Schedule ‘A’ Assessments, Schedule ‘B’ Assessments, and various Reclamation activities is required. The candidate must have a minimum 2 years experience in their respective field. Must possess good communication skills to liaise with clients, landowners and regulatory agencies and most important other internal staff. Offering a competitive wage and benefits. Hourly wage commensurate with experience.

Resumes’ maybe forwarded via e-mail to brianv@bvland.com or mailed to: BV Land Consulting Ltd. 9807-100th Avenue Ft. St. John, B.C. V1J 1Y4 Attention: Brian Vermeulen - President

The BC Provincial Permit Centre (PPC)in Dawson Creek is looking for an outgoing individual to work in a high energy environment providing service to the commercial transport industry. The PPC is an integral part of the Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure’s Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement branch providing service by issuing permits, providing information on highway restrictions, bridge clearances and routing options. The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, have effective communication skills, knowledge of general office procedures and enjoy a team environment. The ability to work shifts including evenings and weekends is a requirement of these positions. NOTE: We are currently looking for 2 Permit Clerks to work as-and-when, which means that there will not be a regular schedule instead you will be called in on a daily or weekly basis to cover shifts. To be qualified for this position, you should have: - a combination of 3 years secretarial, stenographic, administrative experience, education and/ or training. - experience/training in keyboarding, word processing, spreadsheets, internet, email, data bases and other standard computer applications. If you are interested in this position and would like more information or would like to apply for the positions, please forward a resume and cover letter to Chantelle.Gergley@gov.bc.ca.

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This Canadian couple fromWe Vernon, haveour events/groups mer‘Living with ages two to six a.m.Conditions’ to 11 veterinary andtothecontinue way to the do missionary that is to get out and beSt. visexhibits, teddyforgiveness, bear clinics,and selfare guidFort Johnformation, call Oliver at (250) 785-9508. fer a Healthy Lifefrom with10:15 Chronic in Fort St. chosen returning a.m. and to 14 from 2 p.m.program to 3 p.m.for persons ible.wells, Pleasegrowing e-mail Erin erinmike@persona. ed toursliving and equine dental TheyDrilling The Derrick DanceSociety Club is seeking canceling the • The Fort St. John• Women’s Resource motiJohn. Thisages freeseven six-session education work theydemonstrations. started in Kenya. food,atand At storytime we do games, read books, make or event tr_artscouncil@yahoo.com speak aboutto join are 9900 located at 238helping 116 Avenue (across from the ca dances the summer. there ispeople enoughsparks intervated people their for volunteer team. IfIfhelping with chronic health conditions will be available at #300, 100 to support six orphanages. The is at Quality Inn at to crafts and have lots of meets fun. For info call evenings We welcome fairgrounds). www.dawsoncreekvet.com when you are available to take part.your will start again 10142-100 in the fall. We need more interest dropest, by they the office at #201, Ave. (above Avenue. The workshop formore six Wednesday from Visit 7 p.m. or e-mail fsj.src@gmail.com. anyone who would just like to have a display for more information. tocall keep them going. For more informaGirl Guides or Thriftsupport Store) or 250-787-1121. 6(250) p.m.785-3731 to 8:30 p.m. To register or for more information, call Terry May 28 July- Cordinator 26 to August perform live justtheir for AGM fun too.at August 21 and 22 tion call RichardGroup at (250)may 785-4534. • A Youth Relapse Prevention be held weekly, in Cayer toll16 free at 1-866-902-3767 or e-mail tcayer@ • Abbeyfield Houses of Fort St. John is holding • SummerSpace is here! Are you a young September 12 Direc• The North 7Peace Horticultural Society is Everyone Fort Nelson the afternoons at Mental Health and Addiction Services, #300 dccnet.com. is limited so call today.person p.m. at Northern Lights College. welcome. between • Thewill second annual Superwalk for–Parkin17thvolunteers annual Flower Show • Alcoholics Anonymous - Monday 8 p.m. 9900 100 Ave. For more information call Chris or Shaun at May 23the ages of 10 and 18 or do you know holding thier annual tors and needed. Memberships be sold prior to youth would enjoy “hands on learning” will takeour place at for Northern Lights College Catholic Church Basement (closed meeting); and Exhibition themeeting North Peace Cen- outsons 250-262-5269. • Firstwho annual Peace Region Palaeontology Symposium featur- atthe ($10).Cultural Please come and support home about and running a business? The Ki- door beside the road and the parking registratre prizes in Fort. St. John. Entries will be taken 8 p.m.people Catholic Basement; • The Citizens Wednesday Patrol is seeking whoChurch can volunteer at ing thestarting fourth annual Fossil Road Show, speakers, and senior’s independent living!from For more information call Clara at lot with wanis Enterprise is offering 6 p.m. Public to 8 p.m. (250) on Aug. 20 and from 8 a.m. to tion starting at 12 p.m. and the walk Thursday 8 p.m. Catholic Church Basement; leastcommencfive hours a month. Perfect for those new to town, those conguided children’s Centre activities. Held at an theexciting Tumbler Ridge 785-6450. businessand program basics, contact 10:30 a.m. on Aug.May 21. 29 The Flower Show and ing at 1 p.m. Saturday 8 p.m. Hospital Sunday cerned about safety, who want to make the Cafeteria; community a safer8 Library Curlingincluding Rink. Forbusiness more information (250) guest speakers, selling products at the Farmer’s Tea will begin on Aug.21 18 to 26 to the place to work, live from 3 p.m. to Day 7 p.m., p.m. andFriendship play. CallCentre. coordinator Connie 250-262242-3466. • Access Awareness in Fort September St. John. Stay tuned Market and entering exhibits at the Fall Fair. Call and continue on Northeast • The Great Canadian Shoreline4530 Cleanup – a liaison Aug. 22 from 11for a.m. to 4information. p.m. • Cocaine Anonymous - Tuesday 8 p.m. Cathor RCMP Rick 250-787-8100. May 23 News more today to register at (250) 782-5745. Hall featuring Highway encourag- Anonymous Admission40! is free - May come30 and be amazed at what national conservation program, which olic Church- IfBasement; 8 p.m. • Alcoholics you think Friday you might haveHospital a prob• Country dance at Farmington August September es Canadians coast-to-coast to make northern lema difference with drinking.Cafeteria. Call for times and places or someone to talk to Dance from39top.m. to 1 a.m.,3 no minors. Tickets $15our each, avail-community • The can Fortdisplay. Nelson Woman of Industry is holding a golf tournaNorth Peace Cultural Centreinformation, presents call byprizes, removing shorelines August 28 ment at the golf course. Lots of door • Alanon - Tuesday 8 p.m. Northern Lights 250-785-8866. able• The at Farmington Store. For more Clarisse putterlitter to befrom wonalong and local Kids’843-7954. Summer College of the Arts from Monday and thus oceans andFort waterways • Creative Retreat at Gwillim Lake. Should Nelson College (back door). (250) an extra prize if a member brings a friend thatprotecting becomes aour member. toMay Friday will be taking place at three locations• on Charlie Anonymous CheckRSVP out thetowebsite for de-at kprouse@sd81.bc.ca • The Community Market held at the WestAlcoholics - Monday 8 p.m.isCatholic Church 249 a.m. to 5 p.m. Register at the North be a lovely day.Please Karen Prouse Peace Centre at 10015 100Valley Avenue, call present Lake. This national conservation program began tails and registration. http://events.constantconCampground every 8Saturday exceptChurch on long Basement (closedend meeting); Wednesday p.m. Catholic • TheCultural Forgotten House -- Grizzly Players a matiMay 30 (250) go to5www.npcc.bc.ca. a handful of Vancouver Aquarium weekends. For more info or a vendorSaturday package Basement; Thursday 8 p.m. Catholic Church Basement; nee at 785-1992 3 p.m. in or Room of the Community Centretact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e2ystzk33 in Tumbler • The Welcome Wagon events, in the1994 Babywith Shower and GrandAugust 13 employees and volunteers who make Cafeteria; 8d85076. please contact Jaylene at 250-774-2541 8 p.m.toHospital Sunday 8 p.m.Arnold Friendship Centre Ridge. parent Showcase will be taking place at the Stonebridge Hotel at 1 wanted • Did immediate September 2 p.m. The Bridal Showcase will takeanplace or Audrey Reynolds 250-774-6574. • CocaineIn Anonymous - Tuesday 8 p.m. Catholic Church BaseMay 29you to 31know that the Province of BC is at 6:30 effect p.m. on their local shorelines. signing a 20-year with the RCMP to King’s cleanup sites8 p.m. Pouce • Oxygen Coupe Friday Hospital Cafeteria. • Couple’s “Loveagreement and Romance” Retreat at The ValleySalon and MayDay 30 Spa is joining hands 2010, there are currently over 750ment; have them policeAccommodation your town untilavailable. 2033? Now registered across Canada, in BC. For withinformathe local food•bank for annual our second annual • Alcoholics Anonymous - Friday(back 8 p.m. Old - Tuesday 8 p.m. Northern Lights College door). Christian Camp. For further The 34 Trutch Gymkhana is being held at the 324 Mileof them• Alanon is the to share thoughts on what the ‘Cuts and Hands206 information or to register visit shorefor Cans’ 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Coupe Library (closed). 250-786-0155. tion or time registration callyour (250) 827-3549. Trutchfrom Rodeo Grounds, lots of more camping space available and a pleasePouce RCMP do better linecleanup.ca from the and family • Youth Drop-In Pouce Coupe Community • Alcoholics Anonymous - Friday at 8 p.m. Old Library (closed). May 17can to June 28 and what you like about We invite everyone concession willcommunity be on site. Great fun, all ages ride!! Please what they’re doing rightclinics now. are Thecoming BC Civil ONGOING toBeth take atpart! Simply bringfor inmore information. 250-786-0155 Church Annex (the old Pouce library). Saturday • Triathlon Training toLibFort St.surrounding John. Comeareas call (250) 262-5712 erties be holding seminarfor inthe your Fort St. John food4items to be donated in nights 7:30 p.m.Coupe to 9:30Seniors p.m. Ages to 17. • Computer Class at the Pouce Hall13 every Monout andAssociation learn about will triathlon and get aprepared local non-perishable upcomJune Dawson Creek at the Northern College • Alcoholics you and thinkWednesday you exchange for a ‘free’ hair cutout andofmanicure! Thein conjunction Chetwynd from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Low Iming triathlons. Held on May 3, 4, Lights and 6 are clinics on swimming • Ladies town dinner withAnonymous the Oil Men’s- If day cafeteria at 10 a.m. and Fort St.and John at the and might have problem with drinking, to anclass every localtriathlon. food bank will at the salon collecting • Alcoholics Anonymous meets Tuesday and pactcome exercise Thursday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Open stroke improvement, bikeintuning equipment GolfbeTournament presented the by OilWives Clubaof FSJ. Cocktails Fort St.hear John Women’s Centre (men welcome) AAPomeroy meeting. Call and places or some-For more donations duringatthis event. Come out at the Fridayinformation at 8 p.m. at theCarol Public Library, 5012 46 to everyone! call at 250-786-5673 Come from local triathletes and ask questions about events, 6 charitable p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Innsfor andtimes Suites. at 3 p.m.preparation to discuss this residents. our Sign one to talkdinner, to (250) 785-8866. and up support community. Chetwynd Street. 250-788-9658 training, andwith anything else Visit you like. at theyourTickets are $50 and include: entertainment, dessert, wine, website at www.bccla.org forcontact more information. Fort St. John Multiple support Anonymous September • NA meets at Friday 8 p.m.atat8the Air• Alcoholics meetsWednesday Monday and p.m. at North Peace Leisure Pool or Becky at (250)787-5780 or 7 jewellry draw, games and door prizes.• Tickets available at Flow-Sclerosis To volunteer to help with the BCCLA’s visit to group. If you(250) or anyone youorknow MS and Centre. • “Where Arters Thou” showcase in the lobby Call port waiting room. thehas Friendship 250-788-9658 bkeim@fortstjohn.ca for more information. by Tamee, Frontier Jewellers. Marlene 785-8737 your town, e-mail: david@bccla.org. any questions or just need to •talk, and foyer of theDebbie community centre in Tumbler Tumbler NA please meets Wednesday at 8Ridge p.m. at the Airport waiting room. Upcoming local Triathlons include: at (250) 787-5100 for morehave information. call Susie at (250) 785-2381 or Sandi at (250)& Thursdays: • Alcoholics Anonymous meeting Wed. 8 • Tuesdays Minor ball 5 pm-7-pm at Chetwynd Dawson Creek May 24 June 6 p.m. 115 Commercial Park (Baptist Church). Diamonds. Fort St. John June 7 • Rotary Manor Annual Garage787-2652. Sale from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Ballpark & Rec. Centre • A Youth may be Tumbler Ridge • Tuesdays: TR Seniors (55+) Drop-In – Floor Fort Nelson June 28 1121-90 Avenue. Household items, tools, toys,Relapse furniture,Prevention coffee Group held welcome weekly, inafter the May afternoons Health Anonymous curling, carpet bowling, card8 & board • Alcoholics - meeting Wed. p.m. 115 games, ComMay 12 to July 28 and donuts and much more. Donations 4 (no at Mental Addiction #300 – 100Park Ave.(Baptist coffee & cookies. Community Centre Room 5 mercial Church). • Relapse Prevention Group - Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at appliances please). All proceed to and toward residentServices, programs and- 9900 For more information callbeChris or Shaun atBingo from Small drop-in fee. begin. Com• Mondays: - 61-4 pmpm. doors open, 7 pm games Mental Health & Addiction Services. Contact Dennis at (250)262- activities. Rain or shine, no early birds, there will be no sales (250) 262-5269. munity Centre Rms.Taylor 4&5. 5269. fore 9 a.m. • “Butterfly Families – Families •Supporting • Civil (55+) Air Search Rescue (CASARA) Tuesdays: TR Seniors Drop-Inand – Floor curling, carpet May 23 June 14 is open to allwheelcaregivers of children everycoffee second the Taylor bowling, card & meetings board games, & Tuesday cookies. atCommunity • The Derrick Dance Club of Fort St. John will be hosting a • Rick Hansen Wheels in MotionFamilies” walk, wheel, run and andevent youthstarts withatSpecial Needs. meet the third5 from Fire1-4 Hall at Small 7 p.m.drop-in For information call Bob at Room pm. fee. dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the Senior Citizens Hall at 10908 chair challenge. Registration at 12:30, 1 p.m. in Cen-WeCentre Wednesday of every Devel- 250-789-9152 or 250-787-5802. • Wednesdays: TR Seniors (55+) Drop-In – Cribbage, Whist & 100 Street. Music by Night Sounds. Members $10, non members tennial Park. For information, contact event leader Lori month Slater at the Child p.m., 10408 Beginners • The Alaska Highway Airgood company. welcome! 7 pmRRA in the(Recreation Library. Small $12. Everyone 19 and over is welcome. For information call Lucy (250) 787-1912 or slaterl@shaw.caopment Centre from 7 p.m. to 8:30 105 Avenue. Does your child havedrop-in learning, fee.be- craft Association) meets every third Thursday at at (250) 785-2867 or Judy at (250) 787-0460. July 12 havior or other complex special needs? Would the Taylor Fire Hall at 7:30 p.m. For information Taylor May 23 • North Peace Horticultural Society plans their annual Garden like toofconnect calland Richard at (CASARA) 250-782-2421 or Heath at (250) • CivilChild Air Search Rescue meetings every sec• The Magic of Sam Pearce Show is scheduled at the Stone- Tour. Bring your family and tour ayou variety Fort St.with Johnother gar- caregivers? minding available but please callond ahead a fewat the785-4758. Tuesday Taylor Fire Hall at 7 p.m. For information call bridge Hotel with the show to benefit the Fort St. John Firefighters. dens. days before the meeting. Call (250)Bob 785-3200 for Dawson Creek August 1 at 250-789-9152 or 250-787-5802. May 25 to May 29 moreand information. • Craftisgroup and Addic• The Marilyn Leffler Memorial Ride Show ‘n Shine in sup• New Totem Archery now atfortheMental TaylorHealth Community Hall • Do you think you’ve been treated unfairly by a B.C. govern• and Pregnancy tests, pregnancy options, peertions Clients. 1:30 -3:30 at 1017port of the Canadian Cancer Society BC Yukon Region. Regis- Tuesdays and Thursdays fromMeets 6-9 Thurs p.m. Contact newtotemment ministry or public agency? The B.C. Ombudsman may be counselling andPub support at the 103 Ave., Dawson Creek. (250) 782-4410. tration begins July 1 for this all day event at Casey’s in Fortare St. available archery.com. able to help. The Ombudsman’s staff will be in the following North Peace Pregnancy Care loca- Highway • Alcoholics AnonymousAircraft - meetsAssociation) Mon., Tues., John. Show ‘n Shine awards for seven motorcycle categories andCentre.• New The Alaska RRA (Recreation communities on the dates listed below, and are available by apat #208 100 Street TDevery Bank).thirdFri., & Sat.,at8the p.m. at Peace Health Unit. a ride to the10139 viewpoint on the(above meets Thursday Taylor FireRiver Hall at 7:30 p.m. pointment to discuss your problem or complaint. Call 1-800-567- lots of door prizes. Event includes tion Drop intohours Monday and Wednesday from 10 call Wed. 8 p.m. Hospital Education Room. All this fundraising event For information Richard at 250-782-2421 or Heath at 2503247 to book an appointment or see www.ombudsman.bc.ca for Hudson’s Hope Road. Everyone welcome a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesday from noon to 4 p.m. meetings are open. to fight cancer. 785-4758. more info. or to make an appointment call our 24 hour hotAugust 21 to 23 Dawson Creek • Mile 0 Al-Anon meets 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Fort Nelson May 25 at (250) 262-1280. All anservices are freeDawson and every evening at Parkhill Community • The North Peace Horticultural line Society presents their 16th • The CreekTuesday Chamber of Commerce luncheons are Fort St. John May 26 confidential. School Street, Dawson nual Flower Show and Exhibition atcompletely the North Peace Cultural Cen- held the first Thursday of 9700-5th each month at noon at theCreek. Best Western. Dawson Creek May 27 • New Totem Archery hastochanged locations • Relapse Prevention. Mental and Adtre. The event will be open to the public on Aug. 22 from 3 p.m. Different guest speaker each month. Members andHealth Non-members Mackenzie May 28 fortothe4 p.m. summer. We presentaare at our outdoor range, dictions Dawson Creek, (250) 7 p.m. and on Aug. 23 from 11 a.m. Awards welcome. Contact: Lesley1017-103rd PewarchuckAve., 250-782 4868. Chetwynd May 29 which is located on a 100 thenon-profit 244 782-4410. Fridays from 10 to 11 you a.m.wish Everyone tions will take place at 4 p.m. Refreshments will benorth available by StreetIfon your group has events or meeting pubMay 27 Road –while take the a right after the vet clinic, call to confirm show is open. lished,signs sendare them welcome! by fax to Please (250) 787-7090 or viameeting. email to: edi• John and Eloise Bergen, missionaries working with ‘Hope for donations on both Saturday and Sunday We are open Tuesdays Thursdays at • Local resident Shaun Whynacht is looking art, houseplants, patio plants, andtor@northeastnews.ca. the Nations’ in Kenya were brutally attacked and severly wound- Categories include arrangements, posted. Enriching Your Life 6:30 p.m. Bows are free to try as well. Everyone to build a network of Dawson Creek and area Enriching Your Life welcome. Contact newtotemarchey@live.com residents who want to get out and be more active or www.newtotemarchery.com for more info. on the tennis courts this summer. All you need is • Grandhaven District and Community Asso- tennis racket, a can of balls and some sneakers. Life is complicated ciation meets the third Tuesday of each month He will be holding a free workshop this summer enough - so we keep in the Grandhaven Hall at 8 p.m. Keep this hall for new players, or if you are an experienced tenFort St. John banking simple. “Focused on Family Eyecare” operating in this community. nis player and looking for a nice, active match, he 9808-101st Ave. • Are you tired of the crime? Then do the time. is looking to bring that community together too. Phone: 785-2020 Dr. J. Grant Timmins Join the FortDawson St. John Creek Citizens Patrol. Donate a If you are interested in getting involved, contact Dr. John E. Gentles minimum of five hours per month. For informa- Shaun by e-mail at shaun@bluecowcreative.ca., 900-102nd Ave. Suite 102 Dr. Todd J. Lang tion, call (250)Phone: 262-4530. or by calling (250) 219-6050, or join the Face782-1121 • There willFort be Scottish Nelson Country Dancing book group Tennis Anyone – Dawson Creek.

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Fort St. John 100 years ago through the eyes of F. Beatton

party left for the Halfway River to put up hay for the police The Beatton Journals and other documents can be viewed but lost two of their horses so Jones left alone, and left his digitally at the North Peace Museum. Inquiries: (250) 787men to find the horses. Very hot again. 0430. Thursday August 11 Self and Samson at hay. Friday August 12 Same Saturday August 13 We got 14 loads of hay stacked …in and about five more to put up. You could be living in the Sunday August 14 Acko and Lekal arrived from Clear most beautiful City in Alberta Water Prairie. After getting For a relocation or a few supplies they left for Valerie King Twomey retirement package simply contact us at Dennis Economic home. Economic Development Development 1-888-672-4426 or 780-678-3025 Monday August 15 Self Assistant Co‑ordinator and Samson at hay. We put 5204 – 50 Ave., Camrose, AB, T4V 0S8 up five loads. Started to rain Email: dtwomey@camrose.ca www.camrose.ca towards evening which is The City of Camrose is a proud member of the very much needed as everyBattle River Alliance for Economic Development – www.braedalberta.ca thing is drying up.

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However, he said they hadn’t given much consideration to requiring forage crops to be certified weed-free before being moved. “We thought right now might not be the right time …the agriculture industry is already stressed with the economy and earnings and we didn’t want to impose any additional costs on them right now as far as having it certified,” he said. He would, however, take that suggestion back to the group for more discussion, he said. Ralph said this year and next the Province will utilize between 250 and 300 seasonal resource workers to aid in weed control across the province. “Crews are being distributed around the province and are working under the direction of local weed committees” He added his ministry has identified grant funding for regional invasive plant committees over the next three years.

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Frank Beatton lived at the Hudson’s Bay Post on the north shore of the Peace River and kept entries of daily life in early Fort St. John. The recordings of this early Hudson’s Bay Company Factor have been digitized by The Cemetery Seekers and brought home to Fort St. John. This project was funded by the North Peace Savings and Credit Union. Over 4,000 images were photographed at the provincial archives in October 2008. Excerpts from August 1910 Monday August 1 Self in office. Samson after horses. We took our outfit to top of the hill ready for to start to make hay. Rain toward evening. Marioney and partners left for Puckopy Prairie. The S.S. Peace River arrived this evening about nine. J.B LeLonde passenger for Revillion Bros. Also got up a cow and calf. Tuesday August 2 Busy unloading the steamer. The steamer left in the afternoon for down the river. Mr. Jamieson taking his staff across. Samson hauling up freight. Self at odd jobs. Wednesday August 3 Self and Samson started out to the hay camp. Very hot day. Trambly arrived from Puskupy Prairie with horses for Dr. McDonald to take out to Fort Nelson for the Treaty party. Thursday August 4 Busy as yesterday. Continues fine weather. Dr. McDonald started to Fort Nelson to meet the Indian Agent. Friday August 5 All hands up to the hay field. Hot weather. Saturday August 6 Busy. Monday August 8 Self and Samson at hay. Put up six loads in stable. Mr. Jamieson shifting his furniture across the river. Tuesday August 9 Busy making hay. Continues very fine weather. Hot and dry. Wednesday August 10 Same as yesterday. Mr. Jones and

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Upcoming Events Peace Region Arts Events August 12 to 26

Dawson Creek: August 10 to September 11 Robert Guest Exhibition at Dawson Creek Art Gallery August 19 to 21 and 23 to 25 “A Chorus Line” musical at Kiwanis Performing Art Centre, 8 p.m., 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday August 21 Peacefest 2010 at Pioneer Village, noon to 11 p.m.

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Local artist find her destiny in printmaking

In this electronic age when the word “print” may be used to mean photograph, copy or reproduction, printmaking may be the art medium that is least understood by regular folk. It’s a broad term even for printmakers, encompassing many techniques, but ultimately all prints are made by applying ink or paint to a printing plate, and by applying pressure, transferring the image on the printing plate to the printing surface, usually paper. The process is labour-intensive, as the plate must first be created, and then detailed steps must be followed, to ensure a clean impression on the paper. And the result is “always a surprise,” says Dawson Creek printmaker Mary Parslow. Four years ago, at the age of 60, Parslow finally grabbed the opportunity to pursue a passion long deferred – that of finally becoming the serious artist she had dreamed of during her childhood. As a young adult, Parslow had acquired a degree Fort St. John: in art education, but the demands of family and work put her August 14 and 15 artistic dreams on hold. While her degree was put to some use Arts Council Fall Fair Pie during her career (which included teaching primary school sale at the North Peace Fall and special education, years of ministry as an Anglican priest, Fair, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. working as a “graphic facilitator” in partnership with her husAugust 21st band’s business, which specializes in visioning and planning), Stage North Garage Sale, Parslow says she felt a degree of frustration in being unable to pursue art during these busy years. When in 2006 Parslow 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at old Fort began to study art again, her experiences in planning and goal Motors building mapping came of use and she embraced education, studying on 100 Street with Laine Dahlen at Northern Lights College in Dawson Creek, taking workshops with artists who inspired her and exploring a host of different mediums with an eye to finding her voice as an artist. It was a surprise to her to discover a joy and sense of rightness in the discipline that is printmaking. Part of the lure of printmaking for Parslow is the process, the patient following of steps to create a result that is often unexpected. In addition to the absorption of creation, Parslow finds that printmaking has awakened other creative energies within her – she has started writing poetry, seeing a conMary Parslow demonstrating a monoprint technique.

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nection between printing and the written word. She finds creating art to be a way of communicating, both within herself and to others, talking about and sharing issues that concern her. Parslow is a part of several artists’ networks and finds the support of other artists inspiring and intriguing. “Printmakers are an odd bunch,” she confides. “It takes almost a backwards way of looking at things to Contributed photos be a printer.” With several of her chil- Artist Mary Parslow and her grandson Ben. dren living in Victoria, she travels there several times a year to study and work with master printer Victoria Edgarr and the Ground Zero Printmakers Group. Locally she is a member of several art societies, including Art of the Peace, The South Peace Art Society and Flying Colours Art Society, and is an active contributor to each group. Stepping into the artists’ arena was made easier by the support of these groups, and Parslow has received acclaim for her work, twice receiving Honourable Mentions in the Peace Liard Regional Juried Art Exhibition (2009 and 2010), an Art of the Peace exhibition awarded her Honourable Mention in 2009 as well, and in September and October she will be exhibiting with five other artists in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John. The six member show is truly a collaborative effort. Titled “Inspiration 6: A Celebration of the Creative Spirit” the show is ambitious, a recognition of the Creative Spirit that Parslow says is the Holy Spirit flowing through the creativity of each member. The show opens on Sept. 14 in Dawson Creek and in October in Fort St. John. Parslow’s excitement about art is contagious. Together with friend and artist Mary Mottishaw, she’s started a local printmaking group, working together to create art as well as teaching printmaking in the region at different events. Even without the recognition she is receiving in the art community, Parslow’s own sense of the rightness of what she’s doing spurs her onward. “I find so much joy and a sense of God in my work,” she explains. “I know I’m meant to be doing this.” Mary Parslow’s prints can be seen online at www.artistsnorthcanada.com. Gemini Helicopters Inc is a diverse helicopter company focused on delivering heli-portable solutions, from helicopter charter to production operations, to the Oil & Gas Industry throughout Northern Alberta and Northern British Columbia. We are currently seeking the following positions to join our exciting and diverse team.

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