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DAWSON CREEK Rural residents made their feelings heard loud and clear, when over 50 attended the Peace River Regional District board meeting on Nov. 14, to oppose Building Bylaw 1996, 2011. The bylaw, which was only implemented last March, was eventually repealed, but the decision came with some reservations from most directors. “I just feel that it’s an incomplete motion...we’re jumping from the very, very hot water into the very, very cold deep water and we’re going to land in between the two of them,” said Taylor Mayor Fred Jarvis, about the implications of rescinding the controversial bylaw. Their decision meant that the district currently has no authority or responsibility associated with building inspection services, including the building permits that were drawn for new buildings in the area over the last several months – essentially breaking the PRRD’s contractual obligation to those builders.
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Photo Credit Jill Earl Shannon Anderson asks a disruptive man to leave the PRRD building. tion for the next municipal election, inquiring whether residents wanted to establish a building inspection bylaw with inspection services. Before the decision to repeal was made Alva and Walter Stewart presented as a delegation. Alva said that she attended all 19 community consultation meetings and collected signatures of people who wanted the bylaw rescinded in its entirety, not revised. She felt that the bylaw was infringing on her freedom to live the way she wants to in a rural setting and that it’s the buyers responsibility to get buildings inspected, if they want to. Further, that the PRRD misstepped when they did not conduct consultations with the residents about the implementation of the bylaw. “A package was sent to stakeholders, bankers, realtors, and contractors–the licensed ones no doubt, and probably all from town. I have a big problem with this, I would have thought that we from Areas B, C, D and E were the stakeholders. This is my life you’re messing with, I thought that the regional board was here to work for us, not against us,” Alva said, later calling for review of the regional district. “Why are we wasting our tax dollars perpetuating this farce? Possibly the time has come for an investigation at the very least and maybe the end of the regional district system...If you want to regain the respect of the citizens of the Peace River area, a serious wrong has been done and if you have the power to make it right, please do so,” she added. Hadland called the residents’ gathering a little revolution, and like many revolutions, it came with some civil unrest. While cheers and jeers were regular responses by Nov. 14’s gallery, several spoke out of turn and one called a threat to Goodings. “You can listen to him, or you can listen to me at your [explicit word] house,” the man said. Another interrupted discussions by approaching Goodings, expressing his belief that the board was not addressing the issue and calling for Goodings’ resignation. The meeting was recessed until he was escorted out by police. To make their decision official, the board later adopted a Repeal Building Bylaw 1996, 2011. Banham said that residents would still have to build to B.C. Building Code requirements, and that the district’s building inspector’s employment would likely end, as fees collected from permits were proposed to fund his position. It took the district nearly a year to find and hire the building inspector. “I think that we need to respond to the people, we need to listen to the people. I think they have lost trust...today we have an opportunity to regain the trust,” Hadland said.
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Tate Creek Elementary closure not done deal JILL EARL news@northeastnews.ca DAWSON CREEK - School District 59 will move forward in the process to close Tate Creek Elementary by hosting a public consultation meeting at the school on Dec. 2. During the district meeting on Nov. 12, superintendent Kathy Sawchuk said that the meeting would not be an exchange between the board and the community, but instead an opportunity for the parents and other community members to explain why they believe the school should remain open. “There’s mixed emotions out there right now, most of them [community members] understand why we’re going down this road,” said school trustee and district liaison for the Tate Creek Elementary School, Wayne Ezeard. “It’s not a decision in our mind that we’re going to or we’re not going to, this is just part of a process of how we go about it,” he said. The first two readings of the school closure bylaw were
read during the Oct. 23 meeting in order to be able to move the item into public discussion. Trustees received a report during their last meeting on the process of the proposed closure. The report said that after discussions with community members, parents of students, and school staff, enrollment was projected to decline, resulting in a corresponding funding decline. 19 students are currently enrolled at Tate Creek, next September enrollment is projected to be 20 students, for the 2015-16 school year the district anticipates 17 to enroll, 13 to enroll in 2016, and nine in 2017. If closed, students with Tate Creek as their catchment school would be bused to Pouce Coupe Elementary School. According to the report, Tate Creek is nearly 50 years old and is in need of maintenance and capital investment. If the school were to close, the district would save approximately $150,000 annually from maintenance, utilities, administration, and custodial costs. “We need to match enrolment to the size of the facility to ensure our spending is on educational programming and not the facility,” the report stated.
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Continued from Front Page. eyes. Along with the youth from Blueberry (who attend the Prespatou school) Grade 8 to 12 students from North Peace Secondary, Energetic Learning Campus, Bert Bowes and Dr. Kearney also attended. “We thought it would make sense to invite them because it would meet some of the needs of socialization for some of the kids, because they don’t really get to meet a lot of the kids, going to Prespatou,” explained Greyeyes. About 90 youth gathered in the Blueberry River First Nations’ Community Hall on Nov. 13 and 14, where they were mentored and encouraged by Native comedian Ryan McMahon, aboriginal youth counsellor David Rattray, Christine Clark with Children Who Witness Abuse program and RCMP First Nations policing Const. JR Gohn and Brad Vandine. Each workshop was held with a purpose, said Greyeyes. The two-day conference touched on: differentiating healthy and unhealthy ways of grieving, the importance of cultural identity, cyber bullying and dealing with abuse. “From what I’ve gathered and what I’ve been told is that … there are a lot of problems with young people and lateral violence, and this isn’t just a Blueberry problem, this is something that we’re experiencing all over Indian country and more specifically this is something we are experiencing in communities where our young people aren’t being given direction or shown direction,” said comedian McMahon. Counsellor Rattray held a session for caregivers and parents in the Blueberry community on the impact that they have on their children and youth. “It’s a big responsibil-
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ity for the parents, it starts from home,” said Greyeyes. “We talk about a lot of the language base, and that’s where the cut off is. If they go home and it’s not there, it doesn’t enhance, it doesn’t go anywhere. I think a lot of the parents can identify with this.” McMahon gave a testimony that held the attention of the crowded room. He talked about his struggle with addiction, overcoming an abusive past and how he was able to turn his life around with the guide of his elders and cultural teachings. McMahon reminded the students of their worth. “When you look at dysfunctionality do not take that on—that is not for you to carry … reach out, life is worth fighting for.” The comedian pulled a few jokes, but the core of his message was to empower the youth. He urged the crowd to ask questions to their elders about their history and where their ancestors came from. “You have to look back to look forward,” said McMahon. “History isn’t a black and white cowboy movie, the challenges were very real.” While many of the students were unaware of
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Talisman turns focus off Montney and onto assets in Alberta and Texas KYLA CORPUZ reporter@northeastnews.ca FORT ST. JOHN – To reduce its debt, Talisman has sold 75 per cent of its Montney shale play to Progress Energy for $1.5 billion. The Montney production includes the Ferrell Creek and Cyprus areas. While Farrell Creek commenced production in the beginning of October, Talisman will not have the capacity to sustain the operation. “In this case, Progress [Energy [has] the resource to keep developing those assets, it’s a great asset— it’s just at this moment, Talisman doesn’t have the financial capability to go forward,” said Talisman communications manager Berta Gomez. The deal, to be made in cash, is expected to be complete in the first quarter of 2014. “Once we have all those proceeds, it’s to put them towards our debt,” Gomez explained. In March Talisman CEO, Hal Kvisle, announced the company’s intention to cover $2- to $3 billion in debt.
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Bullying Awareness Week Parenting is by far one of the hardest jobs on the planet. Cyberbullying and other social media issues are not making this job any easier. To anyone with kids, keeping up with the latest apps, privacy rules and online tools can seem overwhelming. The good news is that through education, we can help parents help their children navigate the online world. This Bullying Awareness Week, I’m happy to announce a resource that I believe will help parents gain a better understanding of their child’s online life. As part of B.C.’s ERASE Bullying strategy, Jane Thornthwaite, parliamentary secretary for student support and parent engagement, will soon be working with student safety experts Theresa Campbell and Jesse Miller on videos for parents. Through these videos, parents will be able to learn the preventative actions and techniques they can take to protect their kids, and they will also find out what to do if their child is the target of cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is an issue that many parents did not
face growing up. We are fortunate that B.C. is home to some of the world’s leading experts in student safety. Theresa is the president of Safer Schools Together and the lead trainer for ERASE Bullying. She is an international expert on student safety and improving school climate and culture. Vancouver-based Jesse is a respected international authority on social media safety issues. Our goal is that Theresa’s and Jesse’s experience, knowledge and advice will give parents some of the tools and information they need to both educate themselves and help their kids. The videos will be hosted on ERASEBullying.ca for people to view, share and use at parent meetings. Bullying Awareness Week was created to prevent bullying through education and awareness. For more information see: bullying.org. To learn more about the B.C. Government’s provincial bullying strategy visit: erasebullying.ca.
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A changing city The city of Fort St. John is really taking off. I remember when I first moved to town, two years ago, walking to work was quiet as with coming home. By 10 p.m. the streets were silent, and driving through residential areas didn’t feel so cramped because of the overflow of trucks. But things have changed. I never used to time my lunch taking into account the travel because it took two minutes to get from Point A to Point B, anywhere in the city. Now, I have to decide which route is best, and which is busiest. Maybe this has been the norm for a long time, and I’m only noticing it now. In some ways it’s really neat to be part of a growing community, seeing the change in a city’s character, whether it’s good or bad. I know not many people would agree with me, but I do
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KYLA CORPUZ reporter@northeastnews.ca FORT ST. JOHN – North Peace MLA and agriculture minister Pat Pimm put himself in a position that called for his resignation, but according to Pimm he was just doing his job. “I am certainly not going to be resigning my position, I don’t feel like I have done anything that would warrant that kind of action,� Pimm said. Integrity BC called for the MLA to step down after reports surfaced of Pimm’s request for the Agricultural Land Reserve to revisit an application that was denied. “This is politics 101,� said IntegrityBC executive director Dermod Travis in a press release. “Ministers don’t interfere in the work of judicial or quasi-judicial tribunals and – if they do – they resign.� Pimm asked the Agricultural Land Commission to revisit an application by Terry McLeod, owner of the Horse Park. In a council meeting on Oct. 15, McLeod approached city council, asking them to send a letter to the ALC, requesting that they revisit his application to remove land from the ALC so he could continue to build his rodeo grounds. “When the mayor found that out she said she wanted to have that application revisited and that’s one of the options that the ALC can do, she also sent a letter to the ALC to revisit the application,� explained Pimm. The ALC did not go ahead with the MLA and mayor’s request, and cited that their representations “could create the impression for both the Commission and the public that
File Photo Photo Credit Kyla Corpuz these officials were attempting to politically influence the Commission.� Once that final ruling was established, Pimm said it was acknowledged. “Obviously the ALC is an independent body and you certainly have to respect their decision when they make rulings—and I certainly respect their decision on the final outcome,� said Pimm. “But also as an MLA it’s your duty to look at and promote projects that are beneficial for your region, that’s what I was doing.� Premier Christy Clark was also noted in supporting Pimm’s actions. “MLAs must be able to bring forward concerns and issues on behalf of their constituents as Mr. Pimm did.� Following Integrity BC’s expectation of Pimm’s resignation, the MLA asked the Conflict Commissioned to review the file. “Mr. Pimm has asked the conflict commissioner for some clear guidance for all MLAs on how they can make sure they are both respecting the independence of the ALC and at the same time, doing their job repre
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FORT ST. JOHN - City council proclaimed Nov. 17 to 24 as Restorative Justice Week. Restorative Justice is a contemporary approach to see justice, said executive director for the North Peace Restorative Justice Michelle Laboucane. It seeks novel, nonadversarial and non-retributive ways for a young offender to take accountability of their actions. “It empowers community to investigate the root cause of a crime,� said Laboucane. The NPRJS is keeping busy, having finished two fundraisers, the Society overlooks the community gardens and mentoring programs for youth.
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SCHEMBRI ELECTED VICE-CHAIR With the resignation of Director of Area D, Wayne Hiebert, who also served as vice-chair for the Peace River Regional District board, directors elected Director of Area E Jerrilyn Schembri to serve as vice-chair. Schembri will service for approximately a month before the board
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REPRESENTATION AT RESOURCE FORUM PRRD board members have authorized that any one of the electoral area directors may attend the Premier’s BC Natural Resource Forum on Jan. 22 and 23, if they wished to. Directors noted that the forum takes place during the Site C panel hearings and that they may have to decide which to attend, depending on the movement of the hearings. NP BOUNDARY REVIEW ON THE FRINGE Directors agreed that the North Peace Fringe Official Community Plan should be reviewed. The NPFOCP is only five years old, but Director of Area C Arthur Hadland felt that so many changes were happening in the area that it should be looked at again. PRRD staff is currently reviewing the west (Chetywnd area) of the Peace River, and directors moved a motion to refer the issue to staff to see what steps are required and costs of undertaking an official community plan for the North Peace fringe.
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SEARCH STARTS FOR NEW OFFICER Chief administrative officer, Fred Banham, announced his plans for retirement during the Sept. 12 PRRD board meeting, to take place in Spring of next year. Directors recently passed a motion to hire Waterhouse Executive Search Ltd. to conduct a search for candidates to fill his position. ELECTION DATE SET FOR AREA D Feb. 22, 2014 will be the general voting day for the residents of area D to elect their new representative that will fill director Leonard Hiebert’s current position on the PRRD board. The nomination period for candidates will begin on Jan. 7 and end on Jan. 17.
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DAWSON CREEK - Although Louis Riel was executed over 125 years ago, he is still recognized as a hero to the Metis people of Canada, and celebrated on Nov. 16, Louis Riel Day. Riel was the founder of the province of Manitoba and is most known for his efforts to preserve Metis rights and culture as northwestern Canada was being settled. He even lead two resistance movements against the Canadian government in order to preserve those rights. He was executed on Nov. 16, 1885 at age 41. “He’s been a hero, fought for his rights... he’s just a hero to us,” said Sadie Lukan, president of the Metis Nation office in Dawson Creek. “The determination, and believing in something that you are willing to fight for it– that’s what I take,” she said, about Riel’s message still being relevant today. Usual celebrations of Louis Riel Day would include a feast, according to Lukan,
but the Metis Nation office is in the midst of moving into a new space and was unable to host. Lukan said that membership will celebrate Riel in conjunction with the opening of their new office before the end of the year. While growing up on a Metis settlement, Lukan didn’t know that she was Metis until years later. She said that once finding that out, she had a greater sense of identity. “Everybody had a title and I didn’t, these people were Cree or they’re Slavey or they’re Beaver, or just Aboriginal. When we started looking at our blood and our lines, that’s when we found out we were Metis,” she said. “I definitely felt complete. Knowing who I was, were I come from and then I started researching my ancestors,” Lukan added. Mayor Dale Bumstead also recently found out that he is of Metis descendance and has since obtained Metis membership for himself and his family. “I really love the fact that I was able to learn about my history and learn about my genealogy and am proud to join the Metis Nation of British Columbia,” he said.
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Photo Credit Jill Earl The Dawson Creek Art Gallery has a handful of Christmas trees decorated for the holidays, including one that nearly reaches the second level of the grain elevator.
Photo Credit Jill Earl The Potluck singers performed Christmas songs during the D.C. Art GAllery’s Christmas Membership Exhibit and sale, Nov. 16.
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Holidays hit Dawson Creek Art Gallery JILL EARL news@northeastnews.ca DAWSON CREEK - Just as the Peace Region has turned into a winter wonderland over the last week, the Dawson Creek Art Gallery has also transformed for the holiday season. The gallery hosted their annual Christmas Membership Exhibit and Sale, Nov. 16, combining an exhibit opening with the sale of works from local craftspeople. This year’s vendors included Earth Colours, Soliloquy Ceramics, Luv O’ Kins, JLee Leather and Horse Hair Art, Buttery Bites,
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so unfortunate...I think it’s a little out of the way, but when you get in here it’s a treat,” Hall said. Regular contributors to the gallery’s gift shop have expanded their collections to provide more unique options. “Lots of our local crafts people have brought in stuff specifically for this show, and it has a whole new fresh look. The great thing about homemade stuff is that it’s one of a kind. Even if they made it again, it’s always going to be a little bit different,” said Hall. While attendees perused the crafts, they also enjoyed the 93 pieces submitted by
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Photo Credit Jill Earl The Art Gallery got creative with decorating trees, and making their own. This one is made out of balls of yarn.
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Film classics to rev up holiday spirit Families often have their own unique traditions when it comes to the holidays. Lately, families have begun to include films in many of those traditions. That’s thanks largely to the array of classic holiday films that have consistently put people in the holiday mood. Families reuniting for the holidays this year have a host of films from which to choose to enjoy a night in and a bucket of popcorn. When heading to visit family and friends, consider bringing one of the following as a gift to make a memorable night with loved ones. * “NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION” (1989) -- Led by an all-star cast including Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo, the Griswold family Christmas should be merry, but naturally turns into a hilarious disaster. Look for appearances by “Seinfeld” veteran Julia Louis-Dreyfus and legendary comedienne Doris Roberts in supporting roles. * “A CHRISTMAS STORY” (1983) --Growing up in 1940s
America, young Ralphie has his heart set on a Red Rider BB gun for Christmas, but it seems like Mom, teacher and even Santa are certain he’ll “shoot his eye out” with such a gift. Will Ralphie find his heart’s desire under the tree? Watch to find out. * “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE” (1946) -- When distraught George Baily (Jimmy Stewart) meets a compassionate angel, he learns what life would have been like if he’d never existed. Holiday magic wins out in the end. * “MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET” (1947) -- Another classic that can’t be missed! When a man claiming to be Santa Claus is deemed insane, a young lawyer and a headstrong young girl come to his rescue. * “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” (1951) -- Yet another movie that has spawned a series of
more recent remakes. This one stars Alastair Sim as Mr. Scrooge, a bitter, miserly man who doesn’t give a bah humbug about the holiday season. But will a haunting by three ghosts change his mind and ill will? * “A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS” (1965) -- Charlie Brown is depressed and can’t find the Christmas spirit. When he is put in charge of the school’s holiday pageant and comes in with a meager Christmas tree, the schoolkids ultimately learn about the true meaning of Christmas.
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Music That Moves You and Best Decked contest not happening this year FORT ST. JOHN - After supper this space in the Sally Anne turns to a shelter that fits 25 cots. While they provide low-barrier shelters year round, from now until the end of March, the Sally Anne will receive funding support from BC Housing.
KYLA CORPUZ reporter@northeastnews.ca FORT ST. JOHN – This year the City will not be hosting the Best Decked Contest or Music That Moves You. Both of these events were put together in part of Communities in Bloom. Up until this year the city would host the Communities in Bloom winter and summer programming, while other communities relied on volunteers rather than the municipality, explained Tara O’Donnell, community development coordinator. “We decided for it to go totally volunteer led, and
there is a Communities in Bloom program led totally by volunteers.” A decline in participation is what pushed the City to phase out its participation in the Communities in Bloom programs, said O’Donnell. “It seemed like it was moving in a direction that the volunteers that were involved were ready to take the lead.” Chair of the committee Karen Mason-Bennett said this year they will not have any holiday events, until High On Ice arrives. They are putting together a food
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Holiday party planning includes a safe driving strategy For better or worse, the consumption of alcoholic beverages is routine at holiday celebrations across the country. Unfortunately, National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) data shows that about 1,200 lives are lost each year between Thanksgiving and New Year’s due to drinking and driving. If you are hosting a holiday celebration, there are steps you can take to ensure your guests don’t become a holiday statistic.
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limits so you can be sure your guests stay within theirs. * Close the bar 90 minutes before the party ends and serve a dessert with coffee. * Remember that only time can sober someone who has been drinking. Friends Don’t Let Friends ... Ever! If you think one or more of your guests are drinking too much, here are some suggestions to help them out: * Engage them in conversation to slow down their drinking. * Offer to make their next drink and use less alcohol. * Offer high protein food. * Don’t be afraid to insist they slow down, stop or switch to a non-alcoholic beverage. No matter what, if guests have been drinking too much, don’t let them drive. And if you’re not sure, always err on the side of caution and arrange a ride or a safe place to sleep it off.
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How to give responsibly The spirit of giving can be a wonderful thing to embrace and can help people to feel good about helping others. While most charities are legitimate entities, there are others that prey on the generosity of others. Some donors might be surprised to learn their donations are not always going to a worthy cause. Men and women can easily be overwhelmed by charity solicitations at certain times of the year and not know how to differentiate worthy charities from the ones that may not be legitimate. Donors should employ responsible giving by researching charities and ensuring their money is well spent on those truly in need. * Don’t give on a whim. Impulse giving can be irresponsible, as such donations might not be going to help those in need. In addition, when giving impulsively, donors may unknowingly be offering money to scammers preying on the well-intentioned. Research a charity before making any donations, carefully examining its targeted goals and how your donation is likely to be spent. * Do not give over the telephone. Telemarketing campaigns to solicit donations are not necessarily dishonest, but prospective donors should never give their personal information over the phone. If a telemarketer’s pitch impresses you, politely request that information be mailed to your home or ask for the charity’s Web site address and learn more about the charity there. Giving personal information over the phone is risky, as potential donors may not know if the person they’re speaking with is truly a representative of a charity or a criminal attempting to steal their identities. Even if the telemarketer is legitimate, chances are he or she works for a telemarketing firm hired by the charity, so some of your donation will be going to pay the telemarketer even if you want the entirety of your donation to go to the charity itself. Making a direct donation through the company’s Web site or sending a check directly to the charity eliminates
the middle person, ensuring more ofyour money is going toward the cause you want to support. * Examine a charity’s financial records. Reputable charities should have no problem sharing their financial information with prospective donors, who should not hesitate to ask for these records. When examining a charity’s finances, make sure it is devoting at least 75 percent of its budget to its programs and services, avoiding charities that are spending too much money on administrative services and fundraising. All charities will need to reserve funds for administrative services, fundraising efforts and additional operating costs, but those costs should not exceed 25 percent of the organization’s budget. * Don’t be afraid to concentrate your giving. Many charities support many worthy causes, and it can be hard for well-intentioned donors to decide which charity is most deserving of their donations. But spreading smaller donations around several charities can make it difficult for those charities to make the most of your gift. More money will be spent processing each donation, reducing the potential impact of each gift along the way. Once you have discovered and fully vetted a charity in which you feel confident, don’t be afraid to make that charity the lone recipient of your charitable donations. * Give in the off-season. Many charities receive the bulk of their donations during the holiday season, when the spirit of giving and potential tax deductions compel many men and women to make their donations. But charities need just as much money to operate throughout the rest of the year as they do come the holiday season. If money is tight during the holiday season, don’t hesitate to give during the off-season. Your donation will be just as valued in July as in December, and you won’t be forced to make room for charitable donations in your holiday budget.
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Beatton Journals: November 1913 Sat 1st The last of the Indians patched off this morning. Blowing a Chinook Wind. Snow nearly all gone. Self in office. Kenny hauling fire wood. Sun 2nd No entry. Mon 3rd Cold & stormy. Self & Kenny mudding the Buildings. A lot of Ice Running. Tues 4th A fine clear day. 2 men passed down the River from H. Hope. Self busy in store. Benot’s Survey Party left this morning. Wed 5th A fine mild day. Self in store. Thurs 6th Self fixing up Root house. A fine warm day. Fri 7th One of Benot’s men left for Puskupy Prairie this morning. Continues fine weather. Mr. Jamieson arrived from H. Hope on his way out. Sat 8th Jamieson left for the Crossing in a Canoe. Self at odd jobs. Milligan’s Pack train arrived from the Nelson River. Sun 9th A fine warm day. Mon 10th A fine clear day. Self busy around the place. Kenny at wood. River falling fast. Clouds toward evening. Tues 11th Self busy in store. Kenny at the wood pile. Continues fine weather. Wed 12th Self puttying the windows. Kenny at the wood pile. Continues fine mild weather. Thurs 13th Mr. Benot DLS and party came in for supplies. The Mail arrived. Continues fine weather. Fri 14th Self in store. Charlie & 2 others came in from other end of the Lake and brought a few Furs. Continues fine weather. River clear of Ice. Sat 15th The Mail returned today to Puskupy Prairie. Mr. Birley of Revillions Bros. left for H. Hope. The Indians left for home. Continues fine. Sun 16th A few more Indians came in from the North Pine bringing a few furs. Cold towards evening with snow. Mon 17th A fine warm day. Boys came in from Adisless
Camp. Self busy in store. Kenny went for a trip of Hay. The Indians left for home this evening. 2 more Indians came in from Montyne’s Camp. The glass at zero this morning. Cadenhead came for the HH Mail but could not cross the River. Tues 18th Continues fine weather. Appain & 2 others came in and brought a few Furs. Self fixing up the root house and closed it up for the winter. Wed 19th Busy with Indians. Continues fine. Very little Ice going down. Kenny at wood. Thurs 20th Self cleaning out the stove pipes in the house. Continues fine weather. Fri 21st A light fall of snow last night. 5 Below Zero this morning. The River full of Ice. Sat 22nd Kenny went for a load of hay. Self had quite a time getting the Boat out of the ice as the River chammed between, and the water came up. It looks like the Ice cham will hold. A fine mild day. The Glass above Zero this morning. Sun 23rd A fine clear day. Self went out to look for Horses but could not find them. Mr. Birley arrived from H. Hope. The River set fast here but is open below. Mon 24th Continues fine weather. Kenny went after a load of hay. Self put up the Porch in front of the house. Tues 25th Kenny at wood. Self fixing the store up and opening some goods. Adisless & Yaking arrived from up the North Pine and brought a few furs. Continues fine. Wed 26th Self busy with Indians. Kenny went for a load of fire wood in the afternoon. Continues very warm weather. Thurs 27th The Indians left this morning. Self in office. Kenny at wood pile. Very warm weather. Fri 28th Self in office. Kenny at wood pile. A fine warm day. Sat 29th Kenny out looking for Horses. He found them.
All in good shape down at the Pine. He brought in the Gray Stud. Sun 30th A fine mild day. Joe Appassasin came in from the south Pine River. He crossed on the Ice below the cham.
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WORKFORCE TRAINING & CONTINUING EDUCATION CHETWYND H2S Alive .................................. Nov 27, Dec 16 Occupational First Aid Level I .... Nov 30, Dec 18 OFA Transportation Endorsement ....... Dec 1, 19
DAWSON CREEK OFA Level I .........................Nov 25 , Dec 2, 9, 16 H2S Alive ............................. Nov 26, Dec 10, 17 General OilďŹ eld Driver Improvement ........ Dec 17 ConďŹ ned Space Entry ............................ Nov 21 OilďŹ eld Heavy Hauler ................. Nov 21, Dec 18 Worker Fall Protection ............................ Nov 22 Light Duty Crane Operator Safety ...... Nov 25-26 Boom Truck Operator Safety (3 days) .Nov 25-27 Forklift Safety Training ........................... Nov 27 Skid Steer Safety Training ..................... Nov 28 Basic Security Training (4 days) .....Nov 29-Dec 2 FOODSAFE Level 1 ..................... Nov 30, Dec 14 Advanced Security Training (3 days) ..... Dec 3-5 Women’s Self Defence ............................. Dec 5 Prenatal Class .......................................... Dec 7 FORT NELSON Fall Protection .......................................... Dec 4 General OilďŹ eld Driver Improvement ......... Dec 5 Occupational First Aid Level I ..... Nov 27, Dec 6 H2S Alive .................................. Dec 2, 3, 16, 17 ConďŹ ned Space ........................ Nov 21, Dec 18 Detection snf Control of Flammable Substances - Enform ............................. Nov 22 OFA Transportation Endorsement ........... Nov 22 Supervisor Safety Management ............. Nov 25 Chainsaw Safety Level 1 - Enform ........... Dec 4 Standar First Aid (2 days) ........................Dec 4-5 First Aid Level 1 ....................................... Dec 4 Fire Extinguisher ............................... Dec 10, 12 FORT ST. JOHN Occupational First Aid Level 1 ................ Nov 21 FOODSAFE Level 1 ..................... Nov 23, Dec 14 Skid Steer Safety Training ...................... Nov 29 Forklift Safety ........................................ Nov 30 PAL .......................................................... Dec 7 Canadian Firearms Safety ........................ Dec 7 General OilďŹ eld Driver Improvement .......... Dec 9 Air Brakes ......................................... Dec 10-12 Snowmobile Safety ................................ Dec 14 Call 1-866-463-6652 and ask for the Workforce Training Department on that campus.
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November 21, 2013
School District 59 Briefs: Nov. 13 JILL EARL news@northeastnews.ca
SCHOOL FILLS UP ON FUNDING FOR BREAKFAST PROGRAM 4 Evergreen Resources LP, a company that provides road construction, bulk fuel, equipment, crews and logging services for the oilfield, mining, and forestry industries in Moberly Lake has recently committed to providing $1,000 monthly to Moberly Lake Elementary School for their breakfast program. Superintendent of the district, Kathy Sawchuk, said the board and the school are very appreciative of their contribution. ME TO WE GROUP CHALLENGES BOARD The two Me to We groups from Dawson Creek Secondary School’s Central and South Peace campuses presented to district directors about their experiences attending We Day in Vancouver on Oct. 18. Students heard from speakers Kofi Annan, former secretary-general for the United Nations, Martin Luther King III, Avril Lavigne, Kenyan Boys Choir, Christy Clark, Spencer West and others. The message of the campaign is to empower youth to shift thinking from ‘me’ to ‘we’. In the past four years the South Peace campus has been able to raise
approximately $20,000 to support schools in third world countries. During their presentation, the South Peace campus club asked directors for their support and possible financial support for hosting a Challenge Day. A Challenge Day gathers students in the school to identify and address issues of bullying on a more individual basis. The last time Dawson Creek hosted a Challenge Day was seven years ago. The students said that bullying is an issue in high school and thought that it would be worthwhile to host again. They estimated a cost of approximately $14,000 to host a threeday meeting. From talking with students and teachers who had participated in the challenge before, the group noted that the follow-up after the meeting was lacking and thought that a peer-topeer support group could be initiated to ensure progress made in the meeting isn’t lost over time. Chair of the board, Richard Powell, said that they would consider their request during the next meeting.
PROBLEMS BEHIND THE WHEEL School district trustee, Judy Clavier, noted continuing concerns with retaining school bus drivers in the South Peace. She said the district is having to compete with high-paying industry jobs and that on Nov. 12, the
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district had to cancel two routes for that day because the bus drivers were sick and they could not find replacement drivers. “We’re not in dire straights, but we’re close,” Clavier said.
BOARD TO LOOK FOR CUTS ACROSS THE BOARD School trustee Wayne Ezeard suggested that the board consider making cuts to the number of trustees that sit on the board, as a way of saving money. With an election scheduled for next fall, Ezeard suggested it would be appropriate to consider reducing the number of trustees to five from seven. At one point the board used to have nine trustees. He said that it’s important for the public to know that the board is looking at all avenues of saving money, without sacrificing effectiveness. Other attendees agreed that the discussion should at least take place. LABOUR AGREEMENTS REACHED Superintendent of School District 59 Kathy Sawchuk reported that the board had reached agreements with the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union, the Canadian Union of Public Employees, and the Teamsters Union. Negotiations with the B.C. Teachers’ Federation are still ongoing.
She noted the need to get LNG projects across the ‘finish line’ in order to benefit future generations of British Columbians. Nexen’s CEO, Kevin Reinhart, said that their proposed facility be best-in-class and developed with the environment being top-of-mind and with extensive consultations with First Nations stakeholders. He said that their Chinese and Japanese partners will bring their expertise to the project. “It’s important to remember this is just the first step in a long journey. It’s a lengthy and rigorous process, including extensive consultation, a comprehensive environmental impact assessment and internal and external approvals,” Reinhart said. Last February the Province released a Request for Expression of Interest for potential developers of the Crown site for LNG export purposes. According to Clark, the request gained international interest, attracting four submissions; she said that discussions are ongoing with the remaining three submitters for an adjacent parcel of land. She said assuming five LNG plants and supporting pipelines are built, over 100,000 jobs could be created in all corners of the province. The expansion of the LNG industry was a major factor in the B.C. Jobs Plan she announced in September, 2011. “I think it’s quite possible that the industry could be a trillion dollar industry over 30 years, We have an industry for the future,” said Clark. Clark could not give a time frame of when any plant – let alone the anticipated five – could be expected to be in operation. She said that that would depend on how quickly each company can move through the necessary approval processes and on private sector decisions. “My view is the faster the better,” said Clark.
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MARKET REPORT NOVEMBER 14, 2013
MARKET REPORT NOVEMBER 18, 2013
On Thursday, November 14, 2013, 1944 head of cattle went through our ring D1 - D2 Cows 64.00-67.00 D3 - D4 Cows 57.00-63.00 Holstein Cows N/A Heiferettes 65.00-78.00 Bologna Bulls 65.00-78.00 Feeder Bulls 80.00-95.00 Good Bred Cows N/A Good Bred Heifers N/A Milk Cows N/A Cow/ Calf Pairs (younger) N/A Cow/ Calf Pairs (older) N/A
On Thursday, November 18, 2013, 660 head of cattle went through our ring D1 - D2 Cows 58.00-64.00 D3 - D4 Cows 50.00-57.00 Holstein Cows N/A Heiferettes 65.00-80.00 Bologna Bulls 65.00-78.00 Feeder Bulls 80.00-90.00 Good Bred Cows N/A Good Bred Heifers N/A Milk Cows N/A Cow/ Calf Pairs (younger) N/A Cow/ Calf Pairs (older) N/A
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UPCOMING Fort St. John • Oct. 20 – Dec. 8: The North Peace Pregnancy Care Centre Baby Bottle Fundraiser. We collect small change (yes, all those loose pennies), or big change, or cheques made out to the North Peace Pregnancy Care Centre. Empty baby bottles are available to be picked up at Master Peace Framing (9400 100 St) or Smarti Pantz (9919 103 Ave) or your local church. Return your filled bottles by Dec. 8 at one of the drop off locations. Our centre is located at #335 9900 100 Ave (Pioneer Sqare). • Nov. 23: Derrick Dance Club of Fort St. John will be hosting a Country Music Dance from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Senior Citizen’s Hall (10908-100 St). Music by Night Sounds. Everyone 19 and over welcome. Info: Chris @ 2507851021 or George @ 250827-3396 • Nov. 24 - 26: The 2014 Vagina Monologues audition. Sunday, November 24 (12pm - 4pm);Monday, November 25 (6pm - 8pm); or, Tuesday, November 26 (6pm - 8pm). Auditions are at the Fort St. John Women’s Resource Centre (10051 100 Avenue). The event is on February 28th and March 1st. We need multiple actors, a stage manager, backstage crew and people to help with fundraising. If you have any questions email Clarice at peaceproject@fsjwrs.caor call her at 250-787-1121. • Nov. 28: Celebrate a Life. Remember someone you love with Celebrate a Life Tree Memorial Service at the Catholic Church of the Resurrection (9504-100 Avenue). Starts at 7:30 p.m. Hosted by the Fort St. John District Palliative Care Society. The Society invites you to celebrate the memory of someone you hold close by placing one of our special angel ornaments on the tree. • Dec. 4: Take a break from the holiday rush with the Annual Old Fashioned Christmas Tea on Wednesday from 11 am to 4 pm at the Fort St. John North Peace Museum (9323 100th Street). Enjoy tea, goodies, sandwiches, and museum admission for $6.00. Enter our Christmas Tea Draws. 10% off most gift shop items for North Peace Historical Society members. For more information contact Heather at the Fort St. John North Peace Museum
at 250-787-0430. • Jan. 18 and Mar, 15, 2014: Campfire Cowboy Nights at the Fort St. John Legion at 6 p.m.
Dawson Creek • Nov. 22: The South Peace Oilmen’s Association and the City of Dawson Creek invite you the 22nd Annual Christmas Tree Light UP! At the Mile “0” Post (10th St and 102nd Ave) at 7 p.m. • Nov 22 & 23: Ten Thousand Villages Sale will be held on Nov. 22, 3:00 to 9:00 pm and Nov. 23, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Northgate Mennonite Brethren Church, 1800-109 Avenue, Dawson Creek(blue church across from Kitchen Park). • Nov 23: Christmas Tea and Bake Table at South Peace United Church, Dawson Creek 1:00 to 3:30 pm • Nov. 26: Falls Prevention: A workshop giving hints on how to prevent yourself from having a fall. Everyone is welcome. Workshop created by Council of Senior Citizens of B.C.1:30 p.m. at Seniors’ Access (next door to Sears in the Coop mall). • Nov. 30: This will be the 14th year for the Peace Region Songwriters’ Association “Place at the Table” Christmas Concert! The doors open at 6:30 and the concert starts at 7pm. Admission is by cash donation at the door and spiced apple cider and goodies will be available at the concession. This is a unique event, with everything from the hall, the cider, and the performances being donated - so all proceeds can go where they are needed - to the Salvation Army Food Hampers. • Nov. 30: Rotary Manor Annual Christmas Bazaar and Tea at 1121-90th Ave. Dawson Creek on Saturday at 2:00-4:00pm. Crafts, Raffle, Baked Goods, and Tea Shuttle service available at 1:30 from Alliance Church. Proceeds go towards resident programs and activities. Everyone Welcome • Dec. 7: Community Christmas Concert and Sale of Christmas Baking at South Peace United Church, 1300-104th Avenue, Dawson Creek, starts at 7:00 pm.
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ONGOING Fort St. John • Ft. St. John Parkinson’s Support Group.Join others in your community to share information and resources, coping strategies, ideas for living well with PD, good humour, social support and more. Last Wednesday of the month at 11:00 am McDonald’s Restaurant 10920 Alaska Road North Ft. St. John, BC Note: there is no meeting in December For more information please contact: Sarah at 250 785 7348 • Toastmasters International Club of Fort St. John meets from 7 - 8:30 p.m. every Thursday evening at Northern Lights College, Room 105. Learn valuable communication & leadership skills. Contact Joyce Hadland at 250-2613886 or Gayle Wagner at 250-785-3991 for more information. No meetings during July and August. • Rocky Mountain Rangers Army Cadets meet at 6:30 PM each Wednesday night at the Royal Canadian Legion on 102nd and 105 Ave. If you are between 12 and 18 years old please drop in or call us at 250-787-5323. • Alcoholics Anonymous - If you think you might have a problem with drinking, come to an AA meeting. Call for times and places or someone to talk to (250) 785-8866. • Fort St. John Multiple Sclerosis support group. If you or anyone you know has MS and have any questions or just need to talk, please call Susie at (250) 785-2381 or Sandi at (250) 787-2652. • “Butterfly Families – Families Supporting Families” is open to all caregivers of children and youth with Special Needs. We meet the third Wednesday of every month at the Child Development Centre from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 10417 106 Ave. Does your child have learning, behavior or other complex special needs? Would you like to connect with other caregivers? Child minding available but please call ahead a few days before the meeting. Call (250) 785-3200
for more information. • Pregnancy tests, pregnancy options, peer-counselling and support are available at the North Peace Pregnancy Care Centre. New location at #335 9909-100 Ave, Fort St. John. Please visit our website: northpeacepregnancycare.ca. To make an appointment call our 24 hour hotline at (250) 2621280. All services are free and completely confidential. • Are you tired of the crime? Then do the time. Join the Fort St. John Citizens Patrol. Donate a minimum of five hours per month. For information, call (250) 262-4530. • Hearts for Adoption Support Group: Waiting families, adoptive families and wondering families/individuals are welcome to join us for adoption stories, resources and snacks! Meets regularly. For dates and times contact Joel or Gigi at 250-787-7559
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• The Visually Impaired Support Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 12 noon at First Baptist Church, 1400 113 Ave. Each month we have a guest speaker and we share lunch. (cost by donation). Anyone who is visually impaired or who cares about someone with vision difficulties is welcome to attend. For further information please call Pam 782-5187 or Margaret 782-3221. • Better at Home has a volunteer opportunity for you! From mowing a lawn to hanging curtains, there are lots of ways you can help seniors in your community. It can be as simple and enjoyable as stopping in for a visit or taking someone shopping Call ‘Better at Home’ at 250-782-2341 and see how easy and enjoyable volunteering can be. • Alcoholics Anonymous - meets Mon., Tues., Fri., & Sat., 8 p.m. at Peace River Health Unit. Wed. 8 p.m. Hospital Education Room. All meetings are open. • Mile 0 Al-Anon meets 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday evening at the Health Unit, Dawson Creek.
• Mile 0 Quilt Guild meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m., Studio 10 at KPAC. Come join us for sewing, fun and friendship. Contact Gloria at 250 786 5597. for more info. • Stream of Life (Korean Church) 433-95 Ave Dawson Creek BC V1G 1H4 Phone 250-219-8016 Sunday Worship: 10:00 AM Sunday School: 10:00 AM Bible Study: 7:00 PM (Wednesday) Intercession Pry:700 PM (Thursday)
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• Youth Drop-In at Pouce Coupe Community Church Annex (the old Pouce library). Saturday nights 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Ages 13 to 17.
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• Alcoholics Anonymous meets Tuesday and Friday at 8 p.m. at the Public Library, 5012 46 Street. If you think you might have a problem with drinking, come to an AA meeting. Call for times and places or someone to talk to, phone 788-9658 or 788-1100
Tumbler Ridge • Alcoholics Anonymous - meeting Thursday. 8 p.m. 115 Commercial Park (Baptist Church). If you think you might have a problem with drinking, come to an AA meeting. Call for times and places or someone to talk to. Phone 242-4018. • Magic the Gathering playgroup meetup every Thursday at the Tumbler Ridge Public Library from 6-8pm. New players welcome, free starter decks for people wanting to learn the game or interested in re-joining the MTG community. Contact Chris at Chrisnorbury1983@yahoo.ca, for any questions or concerns
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CLASSIFIEDS Matthew Allan
McCormick Born December 28, 1960 in St. Lukes hospital, Boise, Idaho. The third child, and first son of his parents. February 1st of 1961 to June 1st of 1965, Matt was a resident of Big Sandy, Montana, where he thrived and never met a stranger. He got on equally well in Newport, Oregon, especially fond of the sea crabs in the inlet where he lived. April of 1966 he was on his way back to Montana, one more year there before immigrating to Canada with his parents, four sisters and one brother. Canada--Matt loved it. As he grew to young manhood, he learned to appreciate all that being a child of homesteaders offered. Shooting his first moose at the age of ten years old, Matt well knew that every pound would be valued. Hunting, fishing, trapping were all things that Matt enjoyed. Blessed with an above average intelligence, school was easy--way too easy for him. Quit school in grade seven, he would later brag, tongue in cheek, that when asked about his schooling, he would say he had half of grade 12. He was Canada’s, youngest driller at one time. He worked hard, played harder, and had lots of friends. His first son, Matt, was born in 85, two years later his second son Shane. Matt Sr. was always proud of his sons. Working on the rigs early, as a young man, he got caught up in the lifestyle of many. There were good times, bad times, and some in between. Matt was always ready to lend a hand when a friend needed help. For more than a year, Matt had been in ill health, succumbing to liver failure on October 27, 2013. Matt will be GREATLY missed, one of God’s unique Creations. He is survived by his sons Matt and Shane McCormick, his mother, sisters Debbie, Patty, Kelly, Cathy and brother Robert.
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Help Wanted Thunder Oilfield Services Ltd. Fort St John, BC Light Duty Cleaner, Position Available: 1 (Full Time), Ensure general cleanliness standards are upheld, sweep, mop, Wash,wax and polish floors, dust furniture and desks, vacuum carpeting and area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture, clean, disinfect and polish kitchen/lunchroom and bathroom fixtures and appliances, empty trash containers and paper shredders ,wash windows, walls, and ceilings, report all faults to supervisor, may provide basic information on facilities. Additional duties as required from time to time Salary : $14.50/hourly. Apply to sphpower@ work.com 14/12 Buy the Whole House Off set mortgage with basement Suite Rental. Main floor 3 bedroom, bath, kitchen & living room. Lower floor 2 bedroom, bath, kitchen & living room. hared Laundry $20,000 in recent repairs. Located at 6388 Daisy Ave, Fort St. John. Call 1-250-493-1807. Price $374,000 OBO . Pre approvals only 14/12 Help Wanted Japanese restaurant server, permanent and full time position, Preferred experience but not necessary, will train, $11-12/hr, Customer service oriented, service customer in a timely and nice manner, Harmonious working with staff, Preferred knowledge of Japanese food, completion of high school, Q Spot Japanese Restaurant, Fort St John, Youth welcome, Korean useful, basis English required, qspot@hotmail. com 20/12
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CLASSIFIEDS Guru Nanak Sikh Temple and Cultural Society of Fort St. John, B.C. located at 9915-90 St. Fort St. John BC V1J3G7 is looking for full time permanent Religious Worker “Ragi”. Salary 14.25 hr/40 hrs a week. Formal training from recognised Sikh Society required. Minimum experience 3 years. Duties: perform everyday Sikh service of worship, perform Sikh religious rites, provide Sikh religious education, faith and learning experience for children etc. Must read, write & speak English & Punjabi.
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The triumphs and trials of worker camps A feature story by KYLA CORPUZ & JILL EARL
When a husband or dad left for work, he was usually home in time for supper. These days and in industry towns, such as those that make up the Peace region, that’s no longer the normal expectation. Whether it’s the mom, dad, husband, wife, son or daughter, coming home for dinner may take weeks or months. This shift in the average household can be attributed to worker camps, where a labourer will work, sleep and eat. Camps have become a necessary component to meet the growing demands of the natural resource sector, and along with it comes a trickle-down effect that hits the heart of a community. Though, it’s not a new phenomenon, the effects of the camp lifestyle has captured the attention of governments, regulators, head offices and health authorities. Open, closed, isolated, communal, temporary and long-term camps have left a footprint on Peace region communities. “Fort St. John is certainly no stranger to large industry and work camps, that’s been a part of our history for many, many years and it’s something that we have certainly learned to live with and in the last couple of years. It’s an emerging topic … the impact of camps on communities and families,” says Fort St. John’s city manager Dianne Hunter. Though Hunter doesn’t consider herself an expert on worker camps, she can attest to its effect on family life. “I guess I’m more of a person both as a position of city manager, mother and grandmother that lives it, that’s im-
pacted by it, and I see our community is impacted by it, and I have colleagues now who are impacted by it,” said Hunter. During the BC Energy Conference that the City hosted in early October, Dianne gave a presentation on worker camps, highlighting a new perspective to the already complex issue. “I had a conversation with another city manager from another community … there was dismay in their community as a result of the work that was happening [in Fort St. John] and her comments were focused on a deterioration of the quality of lifestyle and community,” said Hunter. Fort St. John, Dawson Creek or Fort Nelson could be viewed as host communities. Workers flock to the north for a desirable wage, but leave their families at home. Hunter said this is the first time in a long time that a large percentage of workers are choosing where they want to settle their roots over where the work is. While the host communities experience a transient population influx, wear and tear on infrastructure and housing inflation, the home communities are left to cope with its own challenges. “Her sense is that [they’re] left with older people, retirees, fatherless families … lack of volunteerism, all the things that knit a community together,” explained Hunter. Coincidentally households in northeast B.C. can also identify with those struggles: one parent at home, while the other is away.
“Families are struggling with how to keep the family nucleus together … so it was a sense that communities are really changing and perhaps not for the better,” said Hunter. “Some families are more resilient and some are not and so all the benefits are lost when you have a broken family.” Clarice Eckford, the Peace Project coordinator with the Women’s Resource Centre in Fort St. John, has spent the past year studying the cause and effects of worker camps on society, among other topics regarding violence against
Some families are more resilient and some are not, and so all the benefits are lost when you have a broken family. women in Fort St. John. The worker camp lifestyle is akin to golden handcuffs, Eckford says. The financial rewards of working an industy job may take precedent over nurturing a family’s well being. While camps don’t have a carbon copy effect on each worker, she has seen how it positively and negatively contributes to society, families and marriages. Lori Heins is a mother of four and until two weeks ago
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was a resident of Fort St. John since 1997, and is what others would call a camp wife. The Heins family recently moved to Enderby in the Okanagan. Her husband Steve works as an electrician journeyman in the oil and gas industry, and is often away from home months at a time; 138 days being the longest. Heins admits that living without her husband is challenging at times, but is altogether worthwhile. “There’s always those hard times. It’s never easy, but then you work together, and it’s made our family really strong,” she said. Heins said it can be tiring being responsible for the all the day-to-day activities and chores, but her children are helping out as they get older. She also said that having Steve away has showed her how independent she is, and believes her children have a great relationship with their father. The family stays in touch using text messaging, video messaging and daily calls. According to Heins, her children really take advantage of their father being home, while other ‘9-5 families’ may not appreciate all that time together. “When papa is coming home, everything stops...so everything in our lives shuts off so that we can hang out with him. We don’t get a lot of quantity of time, but we get huge quality time,” said Heins. “We tried the 9 to 5 thing and it kind of sucked,” she added.
Since having children, Steve has only missed two birthdays and one Thanksgiving. She said that there’s a misconception of all camp families being rich, and while she said that it has allowed them to move to the Okanagan, it didn’t come without hard work and sacrifice. “At the end of the day, we’re pretty proud of what we’ve done for ourselves and for our family. It is hard, but there is a good payoff in the end,” she said. The worker camp paradigm is complex. Trying to simplify it would be futile. Understanding how worker camps contribute to society, the impressions it leaves on family life and how it simultaneously stimulates the economy will take years, maybe decades to grasp. “It truly is a Pandora’s box. As far as all the little impacts that occur to an individual, on a worksite, in a community, on a health region, on other service providers: be it the RCMP, or mental health, who knows—the list is endless,” says Greg Thibault, manager of public health protection with Northern Health. Thibault is a key researcher on a series of reports that Northern Health has tackled regarding worker camps. From Northern Health’s permits alone, they knew of approximately 4,000 workers and 1,800 work sites approved by a regulatory government agency. Thibault explained that 1,800 work
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sites doesn’t equate to 1,800 campsites. One day a camp could be located at a site and the next week they can pick up and move down the road—that’s two sites—same company. Therefore what remains a mystery is how many camp operations have been, and are currently, established. “There is not one jurisdiction that over sees camps,” said Hunter. The City was requested by the Peace River Regional District to look at camps in the rural area and take some overarching approach to better understand them. “The first step in any conversation is to understand what is going on, talk to communities and camp operators; the results of that study is more work needed to be done.” During their last meeting on Nov. 14, the Peace River Regional District directors voted to place a moratorium on all worker camp application. They plan on having a stakeholder meeting in December on the topic, and plan to once again review them in January. While some research has been done on worker camps, there is still a huge chunk of data missing. Northern Health has completed two research papers, each one hoping to unfold more information about this phenomenon. The first paper looked at the state of industrial camps and the second looked at potential impacts on communities. “It’s really morphed into, ‘Gee we should be getting out to inspect these things more often,’ to, ‘Holy what the heck is going on out there’, to, ‘We’ve got a really good opportunity with all the resource development that currently exists
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