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Gov’ts urged to approve power line GOVERNMENT CABINET ministers are being urged to give quick approval to a project many see as the catalyst for the economic future of the northwest.

The completed environmental assessment for the long-planned Northwest Transmission Line (NTL) was presented to provincial mines minister Pat Bell and environment minister Murray Coell Jan. 13.

The two now have 45 days in which to decide whether the $404 million project should receive environmental approval or not.

At 340km in length from BC Hydro’s Skeena Substation near Terrace up Hwy 37 North, the transmission line is expected to lead to the development of at least two mines.

It will also transmit power from at least one large run of river project, the Forrest Kerr project on the Iskut River, southward.

The anticipated two mines, the Forrest Kerr run of river project and the transmission line itself amount to several billion dollars of expenditures within the next three years.

“BC Hydro is very pleased that the NTL Application for an Environmental Assessment Certificate has entered into the final phase of the [environmental approval] process,” senior BC Hydro official Tim Jennings said late Jan. 13.

“We’d like to acknowledge First Nations, Nisga’a Nation, government agencies, stakeholders and members of the public who have participated to date and whose input has helped to strengthen the application,” he added.

BC Hydro has pegged a start date of spring 2011 for construction leading to a completion date of late 2013.

“We look forward to beginning construction of the NTL as soon as the required approvals and permits are in place,” said Jennings.

Members of the local business community are urging Bell and Coell to make a decision quickly.

“The sooner it happens the better,”

said Nino Roldo of Rolcan Fabrications.

“We need something up here and quickly,” he said. “We’ve been in a recession for 10 years and that’s long enough.” Roldo brought together a group of Terrace and Kitimat businesses last spring to express support for the line as its environmental assessment period began.

“There are going to be hundreds of jobs and it’s jobs this area needs,” he continued. “But it all depends on the power line.”

Another businessman, Michael Farrar, noted that there is no opposition to the project and that no overriding environmental problems surfaced during the assessment.

“Finally, we have a chance to recover from the economic devastation of the past,” said Farrar referring to the collapse of the region’s forest industry beginning in the late 1990s.

Farrar also noted that the federal government has committed $130 million and Forrest Kerr owner AltaGas $180 million toward the estimated $404 million project cost.

“That leaves $94 million for the province. That’s what we’re down to – $94 million. Let’s go,” he said.

The federal government must also give its approval for the power line.

Unlike the provincial requirement for a response within 45 days, there is no federal time limit. But officials have pledged to do their best to act within the provincial 45-day limit.

And while there’s no indication when provincial cabinet ministers Bell and Coell might release their decision, an annual gathering of miners and others takes place Jan. 24-27 in Vancouver.

Called the Mineral Exploration Roundup, it’s the second largest of its type in North America.

Minister of State for Mining Randy Hawes gives opening remarks Jan. 24 and Premier Gordon Campbell is the keynote speaker at a banquet Jan. 26.

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THERE WAS physical exertion of all kinds as the first severe winter storm of the winter howled through the region late last week and into the weekend.

Future of Thornhill Jr. gymnasium up in the air ONE COMMUNITY sports group is concerned about where they are going to practice in 2012 with the closure of Thornhill Junior’s gym.

The gym is used for a variety of sports and community events, and one of its biggest users is the Terrace Badminton Club.

Andrew Blix, executive for the club, said the decision to close the school may be a crushing blow to the organization if the gym were to go along with it.

“If there is no way of keeping the gym open I see it seriously affecting the sport of badminton in Terrace,” he said.

The club currently has around 50 members using the club twice a week, as well as drop ins.

John Garossino, facilities manager for the school district, said that until an actual discussion takes place he can’t say what will happen to the gym.

“We are not going to spend educational dollars on maintaining a facility that is not used for educational purposes,” Garossino said.

However, he did say that in the past the district has worked with outside groups in regards to using facilities in a school which has been closed.

“What we do if someone wishes to incur the

cost for operating the facility then we would look at going into an agreement,” said Garossino.

According to Garossino, there are different levels of service to maintaining a facility. In some situations, the building is basically shut down.

Blix said that the club would most likely be willing to pay more to assist in the maintaining of the Thornhill Junior gym.

Currently the club pays $2,000 annually for the use of the facility.

Blix said if the gym were to be closed with the school, the club would probably look to move to Caledonia Secondary or Skeena Junior Secondary. He feels this would be problematic as the club would almost certainly not get the time slots it needs to keep membership strong in the club.

Thornhill school board trustee Gary Turner said discussions about the Thornhill Junior gym are not something that the board is looking into at the moment.

“It’s going to be a long time down the road,” said Turner.

The decision to close Thornhill Junior Secondary School was made Dec. 15 by the school board in an attempt to save money because of declining enrolment.

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Creator of Sophia’s Dance Studio set to move to Winnipeg \COMMUNITY 17

BC Liberal leadership hopefuls share their messages with Terrace \NEWS 4

The Terrace swim club is getting ready to host the Northwest Regionals \SPORTS 26

Page 2 - The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011

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The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - Page 3

Coroner investigation into teen death is in motion IT’S TOO early to say whether a coroner’s inquest into the death of Brad Levesque will take place but the coroner’s investigation is well underway.

“All I get involved in is the investigation part and there is no indication at this point that it would become an inquest because inquests nowadays are almost exclusively reserved for deaths in police custody or high profile public deaths. I don’t know that this qualifies [as a high profile public death,]” said local coroner Art Erasmus.

He does not make the decision to hold an inquest; rather the BC Coroner’s Service head office makes that determination, said Erasmus.

The coroner’s report, which Erasmus is working on, will not be finished until the conclusion of the police investigation, and toxicology, pathology and autopsy

results are determined as they all form part of his report.

Local coroners are asked to have their reports finished in four-and-a-half months but the release of a public coroner’s report for a child – that’s anyone under age 19 – has taken up to a year in the past.

That’s because a child’s death is looked at with more scrutiny than an adult’s death.

A coroner’s inquest is similar to a coroner’s investigation except it’s in a public forum so it’s open, explained Erasmus.

Coroners inquests are formal court proceedings with a five-person jury, held to publicly review the circumstances of a death, according to the BC Coroners Service website.

The jury hears evidence from witnesses under subpoena in order to determine the facts of the death.

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FIFTEEN-YEAR-OLD BRAD Levesque passed away Jan. 3 after suffering severe bruising to his chest/ stomach region.

The presiding coroner is responsible to ensure the jury maintains the goal of fact finding, not fault finding.

An inquest is held if the coroner determines that it would be beneficial in addressing community concern about a death, assisting in finding information about the deceased or circumstances around a death, and/or drawing attention

to a cause of death if such awareness can prevent future deaths.

Upon conclusion, a written report, the Verdict at Inquest, is prepared.

It includes the classification of the death – natural, accidental, suicide, homicide or undetermined – and whenever possible, recommendations from the jury on how to prevent a similar death.

THE INVESTIGATION into the Jan. 15 fire which took two lives continues.

Terrace Fire Department firefighters were called out just after 8 a.m. that day to the Kalum Gardens townhouse complex at 4515 Scott Ave. in the Horseshoe.

“Two units were destroyed, heavily damaged and there is a loss of life,” said Lieutenant Bill Warcup of the fire department about the blaze.

He confirmed that one family was displaced because of the fire and was being cared for by provincial disaster assistance officials.

Firefighters said it was a hard fire to fight because of high winds and cold temperatures.

Mitchel Scodane, a resident of the townhouse unit right next door to the one where the two people died, said his whole family was at his grandmother’s place when the fire broke out.

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Mitchel Scodane Scodane said his unit suffered a lot of smoke damage and that the family has to find another place to stay.

Residents in other units were evacuated and taken to city hall as firefighters dealt with the fire.

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Page 4 - The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Clark and Stilwell make pitch to Liberals JOBS AND keeping people in their home communities were the main messages two BC Liberal leadership hopefuls had when they came to Terrace last week.

In the case of Christy Clark, who was here Jan. 13, that’s through the importance of families and keeping the economy strong. “We want to have a thriving economy so families can stay in the community where they were raised, and where they want to live the rest of their lives,� the former education minister and deputy premier told a packed room at the Northern Motor Inn. “That’s the importance of a thriving economy.�

Vancouver-Langara MLA Dr. Moira Stilwell focused on education during her talk at the Northwest Community College’s longhouse Jan. 14. “Northwest B.C. has always played an important role in British Columbia’s economy, and the resurgence of the mining sector, and the enormous infrastructure investment that’s happening in this area, will provide good-paying, highly-skilled jobs for years and years to come, and Northwest Community College is going to be the school that provides the workers and good jobs for everyone in this region,�

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Stilwell said her platform has three main components: securing the economic future of B.C. through education, emphasizing economic development, and increasing exports.

Clark’s main speaking points were families first and a strong economy, She also said one of the reasons she’s running is that she doesn’t want the government to fall back into economic turmoil under the NDP. Ultimately, she said she’d like to get solid candidates up here and have cabinet ministers in this region.

Clark also spoke about having a government that listens to the public and allows MLAs to speak on behalf of the community, and suggested holding 12 town halls across the province over the course of a year.

She talked about keeping resources and people in the community, reversing cuts in resource ministries, and making sure major projects went through bureaucratic channels in a timeframe that is friendly to industry investment.

Keeping the Asia Pacific corridor strong will also open up foreign markets and bring the economy together, Clark said.

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The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - Page 5

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ERIN BILLSON at her seventh birthday party held at the Terrace Peaks Gymnastic Centre. Billson asked her friends and family to skip birthday presents this year, and instead donate to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.

She ended up raising $850.

Helping out Terrace children prove you’re never too young to make a difference

By Janine Workman

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recent trend in giving is coming from the younger end of Terrace society.

Instead of taking in birthday presents, Terrace youth have instead been asking for donations for charity or in ways that will help other children.

“It’s incredible, I think we have had three in the last month,” said John Wiebenga, vice president of the Terrace Churches Food Bank.

Irma Brewer, food bank president, agreed with Wiebenga.

“I’ve seen it happen more than I have in the past, so I think maybe children are becoming more aware, and certainly this is an example that it is better to give than to receive,” she said.

Brewer said these kind of initiatives are a wonderful way for children to realize how blessed they are.

Erin Billson, recently raised money for the BC Children’s Hospital at her seventh birthday party. She ended up donating $850 raised by party guests and through online donations.

According to her parents Erin came up with the idea from a friend who had done the same.

“I think that it is awesome, my kids have a lot of stuff,” said Leanne Billson, Erin’s mother. She added that a lot of parents seem onboard with the idea.

Stephen Forgacs, director of communications for the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, said when the hospital receives donations like this it is often from a child who has been affected by an illness, either personally or through someone else, and wants to find a way to help.

This is certainly the case for Erin, who underwent neurosurgery in August this year at the BC Children’s Hospital.

Forgacs estimated the hospital received $40,000 last year from children 18 years

and younger. The hospital is unable to track the exact amount as sometimes parents and children simply walk in to the hospital and hand over cash.

“It connects the dots for them to come to the hospital,” Forgacs said, speaking of when children come to the hospital to hand over raised money. “It’s good to understand what they are doing has helped another child.”

Children are able to target their donations to a specific department or for a specific purpose. If there is no designation request, the money goes to meet the hospital’s most urgent needs.

People looking to host a party to raise money for the hospital can go to the The BC Children’s Hospital website where they can send in information regarding details of the event. The hospital will then send out pre-printed, celebration donation invitations, to be given out to guests. These invitations encourage attendees to donate money in lieu of gifts, as well as give the option for online donations. Donations over $20 are eligible to receive tax receipts which the hospital will send out.

“I would say it’s becoming more common, people are becoming more aware of how fortunate we are in Canada,” Forgacs said. “People are saying, do we really need more stuff? Do I need more toys? What could I do to support other kids or causes in the community?”

Dr. Mona Gleason, from the educational studies department at the University of British Columbia, said child-led donations are new and may be caused by two different factors – parental guidance and increased child awareness with the outside world. “It’s definitely a new trend,” Gleason said.

She said the answer may lie in parents shifting their children away from the consumer aspects associated with celebra-

tions, such as birthdays. Instead they are attempting to instill more social responsibility in them.

“It also might have to do with the increasing media savvy of the younger generation; they understand the world in a way that is new,” Gleason said. “For better or for worse, they are very aware of some of the disasters the world faces.”

Through technology such as the internet children have easy access to world events, she said.

Gleason added that while modern communications methods technology is criticized for its effect on children, being more aware of the world may be the other side.

“Young people are plugging in, in order to become more global citizens.”

Erin is planning a similar effort for her 8th birthday and will ask for donations for Mills Memorial Hospital.

“It was helpful, and I feel happy,” Erin said of the results from her 7th birthday.

Billson is not alone in Terrace. Nicholas Edwards last month turned down gifts on his 6th birthday, asking instead for food and presents for the Henny’s Sharing Tree for Christmas.

Briana Simms passed on presents for her 7th birthday, asking for winter clothing to be donated to the Salvation Army instead. She gathered scarves and winter clothing for children from 27 of her friends and their parents.

Simms’s father, Daniel Maccormac, quoted in an earlier newspaper story, said she got the idea from a friend who had done something similar last year.

Art in Motion (AIM) also got onboard with child-driven donations. The dance studio asked for food bank contributions as an entrance fee to its year end recital and created a “kindness tree” where dancers who had done good deeds were rewarded by the studio donating money to the food bank.

Birthday giving TERRACE RESIDENT, Norm Read, is planning a different kind of 90th birthday party.

Read is having a birthday dinner and has asked guests to bring donations for the Terrace Churches Food Bank instead of birthday gifts. The dinner will be a roast held at 1 p.m. on Jan. 30 at the Terrace Inn. “Basically we are using the event to raise food for the food bank,” Read said who has never done anything like this before.

“I consider myself a person who looks at problems and tries to solve them,” Read said.

“One of the problems in this community is the amount of poverty and that is why we are raising food for the food bank.

“I see this as an opportunity,” Read said.

“I have panhandled and gone hungry, so I know what it is like.”

Read was born in 1928, in Kipling Saskatchewan, and moved up to Terrace from the Vancouver area 12 years ago. In his lifetime he has had a variety of experiences from joining the circus, serving in the Second World War, working as an electrician and heading up housing co-op initiatives in Vancouver to assist low-income home buyers.

He said that in his life he has experienced poverty as well as wealth, and is always looking to help out the needy, as he was helped by others when he was in need.

Read hopes to collect a few hundred pounds of food, but said he will be happy with any results achieved.

The dinner is open to anyone who wishes to attend and Read encourages everyone to come.

The room is currently booked for 40 people but those wishing to join in on Read’s celebration are asked to RSVP to 250 635 3094

by Jan. 20, and bring some non-perishable items for the food bank.

“Everyone is welcome, please come and join me,” Read said.

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NORMAN READ poses for a photo.

Read is holding a 90th birthday party this month and asking for food bank donations instead of gifts.

OPINION

Page 6 - The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011

EDITORIAL

Pensions NONE of the provincial Liberal leadership candidates are focussing on the one big problem facing society today. And that’s pensions or rather, when it comes to the private sector employee at least, the lack of pensions.

Simply put, not enough people are saving enough to see themselves right in retirement. More to the point is that too many people are unable to save enough money in the first place because of other pressures.

Canada Pension Plan deductions did go up dramatically in the last decade but the growing fear is that the plan alone will not be able to support senior Canadians in the years ahead.

A specific challenge within the larger pension problem is the gap between plans for the public sector and those of everyone else. No one begrudges anyone a happy retirement but someone somewhere someday needs to address the inequity of a private sector employee paying to support a pension plan they themselves can only dream of enjoying.

Although pension provision is viewed as more of a federal government responsibility it would be a foolish new Liberal party leader and, by definition, premier of the province that does not put this on top of his or her governing agenda.

Shaking their heads about how their soon-to-be former boss introduced the Harmonized Sales Tax may be good politics, but addressing the pension gap is about good governing.

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I’ve cringed as Dr. Phil mimicked the practises of other TV hosts, piling bricks on a flimsy board to show how adding stress to a body eventually breaks it down, a Dr. Mehmet Oz device; giving away expensive products and forklifts of cheaper stuff like diapers donated by suppliers eager to have their brand names in front of millions of viewers, as Oprah does; and issuing 7-day challenges to parents at wit’s end with druggie offspring, like Gail Vaz-Oxlade rescuing overspenders on ‘Til Debt Do Us Part.

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CLAUDETTE SANDECKI entertainer – scrambles to muscle into the limelight surrounding the latest news headliner sickens me. The moment a celebrity’s misbehaviour leads newscasts, Dr. Phil is there, his scheduled guests replaced by the latest tear-jerker.

Larry King often postponed planned interviews to deal with unfolding events, but King was in the news business. Giving background and a wider view of the news was his stock in trade. And he did it with gentle questions that allowed interviewees to maintain their dignity. He never skewered them like butterflies captive on a pin.

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Not Dr. Phil who once bulldozed his way into Britney Spears’ hospital room and breached her privacy, tattling her medical condition to the public. Observing this attention grabber trying to capitalize on Spears’ notoriety made me uncomfortable.

Since then many other unfortunates have been fodder for his billboards.

Ted Williams is Dr. Phil’s first ‘makeover’ of 2011. On Jan. 3 The Columbus Dispatch ran a video interview of Williams panhandling beside an Ohio roadway holding a cardboard sign proclaiming his golden voice and asking for donations. Williams was a recovering alcoholic and cocaine addict, two years clean, father of nine kids whom he had not seen in years.

Within hours of the video going viral on the Internet, Williams was offered a radio job, a place to live, a haircut and a suit of clothes, appeared on The Early Show on CBS in New York, and reunited with his 92-year-old mother in Brooklyn.

By Jan. 10 Dr. Phil had pre-screened this man, rounded up his kids, ex-wife and mother to confront him on stage in Los Angeles next

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day. From being over-themoon happy, Williams was in tears, looking trapped, and saying ‘yes’ when he might not have if Dr. Phil had not bullied him in front of cameras and millions of viewers.

Summing up the hourlong inquisition, Dr. Phil said, “Everyone is pulling for Ted, but his 15 minutes are going to be over and then he’ll be left to manage a life filled with temptation. This is a dangerous time for Ted in my opinion. He’s going from a street corner to a roller-coaster that’s just at breakneck speed. For an addict, that can be a very dangerous time.”

Dr. Phil has perhaps increased the danger, by scheduling Williams for three successive broadcasts. In the third interview, Jan. 13, Dr. Phil probes the circumstances in a Los Angeles hotel room that led to Williams and his daughter being taken to the police station to cool off.

Williams was ‘discovered’ Jan. 3. Within 10 days Dr. Phil has featured the man in three broadcasts of his show. Does Dr. Phil truly care about Williams’ future, or is he making the most of sharing Williams’ time in the spotlight?

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The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - Page 7

The Mail Bag Tanker plan just crazy

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‘Broken brain’ syndrome Dear Sir: This is a response to the tragic shooting of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and others in Tuscon, Arizona.

There as no motive.

The young man was reported as being known by police for aberrant behaviour and for displaying random thoughts.

He had obviously

lost touch with reality.

In other words he was psychotic. This young man was very ill. His brain was broken.

This tragedy is another example of system failure.

There is inadequate education of the public, government and families. There is inadequate education of some service providers.

There is inadequate funding for treatment of those with mental disorders. And distorted police and health policies which require police to waste precious time and resources in emergency rooms once an ill person is delivered to the hospital.

Our brains function on chemical/electrical circuitry. When

the brain becomes disordered or broken, thoughts and feelings and hence perceptions become distorted.

The behaviour reflects the disorder. Most people with a mental disorder withdraw.

A few people will act on distorted perceptions such as hallucinations of hearing voices or seeing things that are not there,

or on delusions (disordered thoughts).

My son hung himself after years of struggling with a mental disorder.

The causes of his suicide were varied.

One was self stigma – for him to acknowledge his illness meant he was not ‘normal’ and hence he would not stay on medication.

Dear Sir: The Dec. 29, 2010 guest comment by Colin Kinsley in The Terrace Standard, “Tanker ban would deny Canada’s trading roots” (and perhaps in other newspapers of similar journalistic quality) is a distortion of reality to the point of being absurd.

It never ceases to amaze at the depths to which one might plunge their character for the love of the almighty dollar. In this case the almighty Enbridge dollar. In a misguided history lesson Mr. Kinsley rightly points out that we are, of course, a trading nation and have been for generations. He lists “mail, lumber, coal, minerals and wheat (I thought coal was a mineral...I could be wrong) as those items that we have shipped. He goes on to say “safely and reliably” and this is simply not true.

Anyone not on the Enbridge payroll, even somebody with limited investigative talents, upon examining the facts, will quickly come to the conclusion that accidents have happened with frightening regularity.

There have been losses of ships, loss of cargo, even loss of life. Not to belittle loss of life here but the only reason all these accidents have not been catastrophic and memorable is that they have not involved oil tankers and devastating damage to our environment and the lives of countless Canadians.

As an oil spill would doubtless be detrimental to all aspects of trade on the northwest coast, instead of the headline reading “Tanker ban would deny Canada’s trade routes” it should read “Tanker ban would ensure the continuing safety of Canada’s trade routes.”

We are not “slamming the door on the most important trade routes and relationships in the world” as Mr. Kinsley would state, but ensuring that they continue safely by slamming the door on Enbridge oil shipped from our northern coast.

Mr. Kinsley would have us believe that only “environmental activists and their political allies” seek to stop their planned project.

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Gov’t can do more to set stage for good jobs

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s we head into a new year we must collectively confront the challenges of runaway household debt and income inequality. We can do it by addressing an underlying cause of both.

It is a challenge that confronts almost every family and every community in our province: the creation of good jobs.

A good, full-time job is hard to find. Especially troubling are the high number of people unemployed for long periods and youth unemployment rates of almost 14 per cent. An upturn in part-time jobs may look good at first glance, but it does not hide the fact that BC has 84,000 fewer full-time jobs than we did before the recession began. Part-time jobs are okay if you have a parttime mortgage, part-time grocery bills and part-time children. Most of us do not, and part-time jobs

are not the ones we need to build strong families and communities.

Tax cuts and privatization have not created good, full-time jobs in BC. They also have not helped the BC economy bounce back from the recession, as other provinces have recovered faster and are creating more jobs than we are.

According to Statistics Canada, BC was the only province that saw its productivity decrease from 2003 and 2008. Investment also dried up, especially in machinery and equipment. These numbers matter. As a study for the BC Progress Board reported: “Labour productivity is not only an engine of economic growth, it’s also the main driver of living standards.”

There is no reason to believe that the HST, should it survive, will lead to significant job growth either. Given the current level of post-HST job creation, it will

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JIM SINCLAIR take more than a decade to get us back to the unemployment levels of 2007.

British Columbia desperately needs a new agenda that puts the creation of good jobs first and foremost. The provincial govern-

ment can begin by addressing its own prediction that BC will face a shortage of 160,000 skilled workers in five years.

Too many employers have ignored their obligation to train workers. The answer does not lie in poaching skilled workers from other countries. A first step is rebuilding the apprenticeship system in our province.

The province also needs to rebuild its wood-products manufacturing base, which was the backbone of this province for more than a century. The government has watched logs, jobs and entire mills shipped overseas. It needs to invest and restore the industry while there is still something left.

A jobs agenda for the province must also include the creation of good, green jobs as we make our economy more environmentally sustainable.

Rebuilding BC’s physical in-

frastructure is long overdue and can create good green jobs. This requires the province develop a comprehensive, coordinated, green industrial strategy with a focus on construction and retrofitting, green manufacturing, waste management and transportation.

Public sector jobs, in healthcare or the civil service for example, are inherently green. They also provide important public services in tough economic times like these and are part of the human infrastructure we need to have an economy that can compete globally.

Our public assets and public sector workers make an invaluable contribution to our individual and collective health and prosperity.

We need to invest in these assets and jobs not eliminate or privatize them.

Jim Sinclair is president of the BC Federation of Labour.

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The Mail Bag Waiting their turn Dear Sir: I must disagree with the recent commentary, a Dec. 22, 2010 column from Claudette Sandecki, about Oprah Winfrey.

The Kennedy Center Honours were created to honor those who have spent a lifetime in the performing arts - drama (stage and film), music and dance. While Winfrey has shown acting skill and received an Oscar nomination, she is not primarily a performing artist; i.e., has not spent the majority of her time as an actress or even a producer of scripted films and programming.

There have been other issues with the Kennedy Center not honoring Hispanics or Native Americans, and as for African-Americans, deserving performers – George Benson, Charley Pride, Kathleen

Battle, Simon Estes and Johnny Mathis, to name a few – continue to wait for their honours.

Sylvia Gurinsky, Pembroke Pines, Florida

Needs to be better Dear Sir: I come quite often to Terrace. I am a senior and enjoy walking. One has to walk in the middle of the streets due to ice or slush or water. Not once in a week have the roads been plowed or sanded.

It’s disgusting and dangerous. Huge snowpiles in front of the schools that kids have to climb over, uneven tracks that cause hip fractures. In our little town of Hazelton one can walk on the sidewalks or side streets all year round.

Hazel Marcil, Hazelton

From Page 7

Bad tanker idea In fact, a tanker ban was accepted by a majority in Parliament and a full 80 per cent of the population in BC oppose Enbridge’s planned pipeline and tanker activity on our coast.

Let us not forget the symbolic “Declaration of War” against Enbridge by some First Nations and a vow to not let their pipeline proceed across First Nations land to where those tankers would dock.

Next we are assailed by the illogic that by saying ‘no’ to Enbridge we are saying no to “tens of thousands of jobs” when just the opposite is true.

Only a handful of the jobs that would be created will be permanent.

In view of the fact that we could build in Canada a means to process oil near or at the source then ship the finished product (with greatly diminished risk of devastating consequence) and create so many more sustainable jobs we can see that Enbridge is trying to export our jobs.

Perhaps Enbridge money has made Mr. Kinsley lose a little touch with reality.

He goes on to try to validate his logic by invoking the name of a Prime Minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, who was forced to resign amid scandals of accepting bribes.

Ironic huh?

Mike Ross, Terrace, B.C.

From Page 7

Suffered from a broken brain Another cause for my son’s suicide was not being admitted when desperately ill in an emergency room.

There were also privacy issues (falsely applied) preventing the emergency response unit from trying to locate my son when I reported he was in serious trouble. Life and health should trump privacy.

Would we leave someone with a broken leg unattended?

For first aid for psychosis and education and support on all major mental disorders, contact your local resource office of the BC Schizophrenia Society.

Eileen Callanan, Terrace, B.C. The phone number for the local BC Schizophrenia Society coordinator is 1-866326-7877. Email is terrace@bcss.org

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The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - Page 9

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Former MLA Harris hints at his return FORMER SKEENA MLA Roger Harris is hinting he may attempt a political comeback.

Defeated in the May 2005 provincial election after one term in office, Harris says he may seek elected office again. “I’ve always taken an interest in the community, and whether I can do more by elected office or other means,� said Harris last week.

He noted that the next planned provincial election is 2013. “I actually will be making that decision when I get closer to it,�

Harris said of the election date.

Harris made the comments in the context of stating his support for former Liberal cabinet minister and talk show host Christy Clark who is running to replace Gordon Campbell as provincial Liberal leader and premier.

Harris said he thought long and hard before deciding that

Clark was his choice among those running. “They are all good candidates,� said Harris of others who are running, “but Christy brings the qualities that we need to bring excitement back and we need excitement. I think the public is looking for real change.� “She’s different,�

Harris continued of Clark. “She brings a real passion to the job and that’s the kind of thing that’s been missing. We need that passion.�

Harris and Clark were both MLAs in the first Gordon Campbell government of 20012005 and were also cabinet colleagues – Clark as education minister and Harris as minister of state for forestry operations.

Clark left politics voluntarily while Harris was defeated by Robin Austin, Skeena’s current NDP MLA. Harris said he was particularly excited

Roger Harris about the idea that should Clark become leader and, by definition premier, that she would take the Liberal party into the next election. “There’s never been a woman [in Canada] directly elected before.

There have some who became premier afterward, but never from an election,� said Harris.

After his defeat, Harris worked for a number of entities, including a group devoted to developing a port at Kitimat.

February 1, 2011

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He was also the safety ombudsman for the BC Forest Safety Council and most recently was a vice-president of aboriginal affairs and community partners for Enbridge’s Northern Gateway pipeline project.

Harris has also undertaken a variety of freelance consulting contracts. One of those was with the City of Terrace in the immediate years following his 2005 defeat.

Smaller classes CLASSES ARE getting smaller, says the provincial government.

More than 94 per cent of classes in B.C. have 30 or fewer students and 98 per cent of classes have 32 or fewer students. The number of classes with 30 or more students has dropped 61 per cent since 2005-06.

The public is invited to attend this informative panel to learn more about the Northern Gateway Pipelines Project proposed by Enbridge.

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Taxes are payable on the full amount of the purchase price. Bi-Weekly payments are only available using a customer initiated PC (Internet Banking) or Phone Pay system through the customer’s own bank (if offered by that financial institution). The customer is required to sign a monthly payment contract and furnish a cheque in the amount of the first bi-weekly payment on the contract date. Subsequent bi-weekly payments will be made via a PC or Phone Pay system commencing 2 weeks following the contract date. Dealer may sell for less. Offers vary by model and not all combinations will apply. Offers are available to customers taking retail incentives and may only be available on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. **Or Cash Purchase a new 2010 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4x4 / 2011 Ranger Sport Super Cab 4x2 / 2011 F-250 Super Cab XLT 4x4 Western Edition for $28,499 / $14,999 / $37,499 after Total Manufacturer Rebate of $8,000 / $6,000 / $8,000 deducted. 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This offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford at either the time of factory order (if ordered within the Offer Period) or delivery, but not both. This offer can be combined with RCL Program incentives, but cannot be combined with the Commercial Connection Program. For small fleets with an eligible FIN, this offer can be used in conjunction with the Small Business Incentive Program (SBIP). Offer is not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Customer may use the $1,000CDN as a down payment or choose to receive a rebate cheque from Ford, but not both. Applicable taxes calculated before $1,000CDN offer is deducted. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offer, see dealer for details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ©2010 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved. †Class is non-hybrid Full–Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs GVWR vs. 2011/2010 comparable competitor engines. Best in Class max. torque of 434 lb-ft on F-150 6.2L V8 engine. Best in class max. towing of 11,300 lbs with 3.5L EcoBoost and 6.2L 2 valve V8 engines, when properly equipped. Projected best in class fuel economy based on competitive data available at the time of testing using Ford drive-cycle tests (in accordance with the guidelines of the Society of Automotive Engineers’ Standard J1321) of comparably equipped 2011 Ford vs. 2010 competitive models. Estimated fuel consumption ratings for the 2011 F-150 4X2 3.7L V6 Automatic and SST: 12.8L/100km city and 8.9L/100km hwy based on Transport Canada approved test methods and competitive information available at the time of posting. Actual fuel consumption may vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading and driving habits. EcoBoost™ engine available early 2011.

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NEWS

Police probe fire at empty residence The north Terrace one involved a chimney that probably hadn’t been cleaned and the other one was probably an incomplete cleaning with some of the builtup creosote being left in it, said Patterson.

NEWS

The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - Page 11

Kitselas loses respected member of community KITSELAS FIRST Nations has lost a valued member of its community.

Band councillor Ron Gerow passed away suddenly on Jan. 6 after a battle with lung cancer. He was 55 years old, and leaves behind wife Judy, six children, and 12 grandchildren.

Judy said people have come to her and spoken very highly of him. “He was well respected,� she said, adding that Ron was very touched when the fire department honoured him at its 2010 annual Christmas dinner.

Ron helped start the volunteer fire department in Gitaus, the Kitselas subdivision east of Terrace and Thornhill on Hwy16, and was involved in building close ties with the Thornhill volunteer fire department. “That was a vision.... to partner up with Thornhill and have real fire protection,� Judy said.

Both Gerows joined in with the Thornhill department seven years

Ron Gerow ago, with Ron becoming a lieutenant. “That was really something he enjoyed,�

Judy said.

Thornhill fire department chief Wes Patterson said Ron was a big part of his life and the fire department’s life. “He will be missed,� he said, saying that Ron took on a lot of extra training, time, and responsibilities for his lieutenant rank. “He was a great friend. He was always willing to help out those that needed help,� Patterson said. “You could see with his family, and his community...he really cared about the community.�

Ron also devoted a lot of time trying to improve the lives of youth in the community. “He just wanted to make sure kids had something to do, he was really concerned about the kids getting into drugs and alcohol,�

Judy said.

His most important concern was for family, she said, adding that everyone was able to make it home for Christmas.

And that’s when the couple renewed their vows. “He planned it himself,� Judy said. “That was the last thing he wanted to get done, was renew our vows.�

Born in the Burns Lake area, Ron worked as a logger for more than 30 years in the Terrace area, and more recently as a carpenter for a local construction company.

Kitselas chief councillor Glenn Bennett said Ron was very instrumental in helping getting the volunteer fire department into the community, and was also actively involved in helping the youth in the

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The elected council member passed away before he could finish his first term. But with full council elections scheduled for June of this year, there likely won’t be a by-election to fill the empty seat.

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See GMC dealer for details. †$8,000 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit, which includes up to $1,000 New Years Bonus, available on 2010/2011 (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits, including New Years Bonus, available on most models. $1,000 New Years Bonus available on 2010/2011 models. ≠0% purchase financing offered by GMCL/TD Financing Services/Ally Credit, OAC, with deferral period offered by GMCL. Down payment or trade may be required. Monthly payment will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, monthly payment is $139 for 72 months. Cost of borrowing is $0, total obligation is $10,000. Interest applies for entire financing term and accrues on unpaid amounts during deferral period. Financing term includes 2 month extension when financing through TDFS. Rates from other lenders will vary. Offer not valid on Smart Purchase and Variable Rate Financing.∞Variable rate financing for 72/84 months on 2011 Canyon/2011 Terrain and Acadia on approved credit. Bi-Weekly payment and variable rate shown based on current Ally Finance/TD Finance prime rate and is subject to fluctuation; actual payment amounts will vary with rate fluctuations. Example: $10,000 at 3% for 84 months, the monthly payment is $132. Cost of borrowing is $1,099, total obligation is $11,099. Down payment and/or trade may be required. Monthly payments and cost of borrowing will also vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Biweekly payments based on a purchase prices of $26,998/$33,998 with $1,099/$1,499 down on Terrain/Acadia, equipped as described. #$1,000 is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive). Example: $10,000 purchase price, after tax price is $11,200 ($10,000 plus $1,200 applicable taxes). After applying $1,000 credit, after tax price is $10,200 ($885 reduced purchase price plus $115 applicable taxes), with the $1,000 credit being the $885 reduction from the purchase price and the $115 reduction in taxes which would have otherwise been payable on the full purchase price. $1,500 credit available to current owners of select GMCL discontinued vehicle brands, $1,000 credit available to current GMAC Lease customers and current owners of select GMCL passenger vans registered and insured (in Canada) in their name for the previous consecutive six months. Credit may be applied towards the purchase/finance of an eligible new 2010/2011 Chevrolet, Buick GMC, or Cadillac vehicle, delivered before January 31, 2011. Offer is transferable to a family member living within same household (proof of address required). Dealer may request documentation and contact GM to verify eligibility. Offer may not be redeemed for cash or combined with certain other consumer incentives. WBased on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide ratings. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. xSmart Purchase™ financing is available on approved credit through Ally Credit. Eligible vehicles: 2010/2011 MY new or demonstrator Chevrolet/Buick/GMC/Cadillac. Payments amortized over a term of up to 84 months. At months 47-49 or 59-61 customer may: (i) exercise option to return vehicle for sale to Ally Credit if applicable conditions met, including payment of $199 disposal fee and any excess wear/km charges; (ii) continueat initial payment amount for remainder of term; or (iii) trade-in vehicle to dealer. This offer may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles, including deferred payment offers. WWTo qualify for GMCL’s Cash For Clunkers incentive, you must: (1) receive Government confirmation of vehicle eligibility under the Retire Your Ride (“RYR”) Program, supported by The Government of Canada, and turn in a 1995 or older MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured in your name for the last 6 months; (2) turn in a 1995 or older MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured under (i) a small business name for the last 6 months or (ii) your name for the last 6 months in B.C.; or (3) turn in a 1996 through 2003 MY vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured in your name for the last 6 months. GMCL will provide eligible consumers with a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) to be used towards the purchase/finance/lease of a new eligible 2010 or 2011 MY Buick/Chevrolet/GMC/Cadillac vehicle delivered between January 4 and March 31, 2011. 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SALES IN the Terrace real estate market once again took an overall downward turn last year, this time by $2 million.

The BC Northern Real Estate Board reported 224 property sales worth $42.5 million for 2010, compared to the 258 properties worth $44.6 million sold in 2009. These numbers are also down from the 287 property sales worth $53.63 million in 2008.

“All in all, 2010 was a less than spectacular year, no question,” says RE/MAX’s John Evans, but he said that the last quarter of the year showed signs of good improvement.

There were 126 single family homes that went through the real estate market last year, and half sold for less than $198,000.

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“With the limited amount of sales that we had last year, that’s going to skew your results a little bit,” Evans pointed out, but said that the average price appears to be increasing, which is a sign of a stable market.

And while it is still very much a buyer’s market today, he said he’s seeing a shift in the marketplace.

“We have a shortage of listings right now,” he said. “We’re less than a hundred active listings, which is another telltale sign that we’re in a changing marketplace.”

There were 190 Terrace properties available through MLS at the end of 2010, similar to the 192 properties available at the end of December 2009. But this number includes

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He’s expecting things to pick up this year though, saying there is a lot of optimism with potential projects expected to come in the next few years.

Prince Rupert and Kitimat’s overall numbers did not rise, but the losses were not as large as Terrace’s; there were 117 properties worth $18.9 million bought and sold in Prince Rupert in 2010, only slightly lower than the 115 properties worth $19.4 million in 2009. Like Terrace, the average selling

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In Kitimat, 102 properties worth $13.8 million were bought and sold in 2010, compared to the 90 properties worth $14.2 million in 2009. But the average selling price for residential homes there fell, from $170,626 in 2009 to $143,031 in 2010.

Smithers saw an overall increase in sales last year; there were 233 sales worth $46.3 million in 2010 compared to the 225 sales worth $43.5 million in 2009. However, the average selling price for single family residential homes stayed relatively the same at $220,992 in 2009 and $220,418 in 2010.

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The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - Page 13 TERRACE STANDARD

BUSINESS REVIEW Northwest companies recognized for service phone company. In the past 20 years it has expanded not only beyond the boundaries of Prince Rupert but has added cable television and internet to its services.

It has also recently expanded phone service to Terrace and to Kitimat.

Coast Tsimshian Resources is owned by the Lax Kw’alaams band on the north coast and exports whole logs through a log yard in Terrace.

In the last year the company set up a debarker in Prince Rupert as a mechanical way of stripping logs of bark and bugs to make it easier to export to China.

Its goal is to move beyond export and develop a woods processing industry in the northwest.

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Terrace to bid on mining conference TERRACE WILL be putting a bid in to host Minerals North in 2013.

City councillor Brian Downie suggested the community host the popular annual mining conference at a council meeting Jan. 10, and it was met with support.

Downie pointed out that hosting Minerals North in 2007 was a success for Terrace, and said it really put Terrace on the map in support of the mining sector. “That’s something that has benefitted our business community over the last few years,� he said, adding that this will be around the time the Northwest Transmission line will be constructed, and other large projects will be in the horizon. “It would be a significant event to have it in Northwest B.C.,� he said of the conference.

Council decided that the Terrace Economic Development Authority will take the lead in organizing the bid. This year, Stewart is hosting the mining conference from April 27 to 29. Burns Lake is scheduled to host it in 2012.

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LAX KW’ALAAMS chief councillor Garry Reece accepts the Aboriginal Business Award at the Northern BC Business and Technology awards presentation. sources last year signed a deal with a Vancouver company to provide the land on which to build

a plan to convert waste wood into a coal-like substance for export to Europe.

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TWO NORTHWEST businesses operating in Terrace won at the Northern BC Business and Technology Awards presentation last week in Prince George.

CityWest, owned by the City of Prince Rupert, and which provides cable television, internet and phone service, was named Technology Provider of the Year.

And Coast Tsimshian Resources was won the Aboriginal Business Award.

The annual awards take place in conjunction with the BC Natural Resource Forum and Economic Summit and Business and Technology Show held in Prince George.

CityWest, which celebrated its 100th birthday in 2010, began life as Prince Rupert’s

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College board pleased with its choice of new president N O RT H W E S T C O M M U N I T Y College’s new president begins work March 1.

Dr. Denise Henning comes to the college from a job as the president of the University College of the North based in The Pas in northern Manitoba.

She was named president of that institution in 2006, overseeing growth in students, programs and facilities.

Born in Oklahoma, Henning received her doctorate in Educational Management and Development from New Mexico State University.

She also holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Urban Studies and Anthropology from the University of Nebraska.

Prior to her presidency in Manitoba, Henning worked at the University of Regina and at the First Nations University of Canada.

Henning replaces

Stephanie Forsyth who, ironically, moved to Manitoba last fall to take over as president of another Manitoba post secondary institution, Red River College in Winnipeg.

Northwest Community College chair Rhoda Witherly welcomed Henning’s appointment, saying the University College of the North and the college here are alike in many respects.

Both have locations spread out over a large geographic territory, noted Witherly.

Witherly said Henning was chosen from a list of very qualified candidates, any one of whom would have had the skill set necessary for the presidency. “Once you have that, then you look at personality and experience,� said Witherly in adding the similarities between the institutions were a factor in the college board’s decision making.

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campuses in Thompson and The Pas and centres in 12 smaller communities throughout northern Manitoba.

That’s similar to Northwest Community College, which has its central campus in Terrace and facilities in eight other locations.

The University College of the North last year announced a planned expenditure of more than $80 million for a new campus in

Thompson.

In its latest annual report for the 20092010 year, the University College of the North stated it had a payroll of 400 people, approximately 2,400 students and a budget of just under $37 million.

Northwest Community College’s budget in the last year is smaller, just under $27 million, and its latest student count is 2,161 full time equivalents.

“She fit the criteria,�

Witherly said of what the college wanted for the next president.

Witherly acknowledged that the college did say it preferred to hire an aboriginal person and although Henning is aboriginal, added that it was not a deciding factor. “It added to the mix but was not what made the deal,� said Witherly of Henning’s ethnicity.

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Witherly would not say exactly when Henning applied for the Northwest Community College job but did say she was thoroughly vetted. “We did a very extensive background check – what you would call in the search parlance a 360,� said Witherly. “We talked to her governing council, the people that work for her and we checked the references she provided.

She got very good references. “We were aware [the University College of the North] was not going to renew her contact at the end of the term.

It’s not too unusual to have differences of opinion,� said Witherly. “[Henning] clearly was an excellent choice and we have every confidence in her and we’re pleased she’s coming here.�

Witherly said she could not comment on

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Witherly said Northwest Community College has adopted a policy that recognizes that aboriginal people make up a substantial portion of the region’s population.

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N O RT H W E S T C O M M U N I T Y College’s chair of its governing board isn’t worried the institution’s new president is leaving her last job in less than ideal circumstances.

Rhoda Witherly says Denise Henning is the best choice for the job despite her former employer, the University College of the North in northern Manitoba, refusing to renew her contract there last fall.

The university college’s refusal only became known late last year.

At the time, Henning had expressed a hope she’d be able to renew her five-year contract which expires July 1.

Reports last week from Manitoba indicated Henning and the University College of the North disagreed on her hiring of two nonaboriginals to top management positions.

She also opposed having a two-day aboriginal “traditions and change� awareness

“We need to ensure aboriginal people feel comfortable with the college and feel part of the college,� she said.

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Mayor shuffles appointments after one councillor complains TERRACE city councillors have received a reworked list of committee appointments for the year after one councillor said the original list gave more work to the male councillor and less to female ones.

Councillors usually approve the changes to committee, community, and departmental liaisons at the last city council meeting of each year for the next year, but the schedule was redone after councillor Carol Leclerc indicated she and Lynne Christiansen had the least amount of appointments.

Mayor Dave Pernarowski has since changed the list, and most councillors now have between seven and nine appointments and alternate positions.

Councillor Bruce Martindale has the most on his plate, taking on the health task force committee, the Kermodei Tourism Society, Terrace Athletic Commission, the Greater Terrace Beautification Society, and the city’s development services committee.

He’s also the alter-

nate for educational services, the regional district, the Terrace Public Library and the seniors committee.

Councillor Brad Pollard will be joining Martindale on the health task force committee, and is the liaison for the Terrace Economic Development Authority, the regional district, the downtown merchants’ association, and the RCMP. He’s the alternate for Kermodei Tourism, the Northwest Corridor Development Corporation, and the Riverboat Days committee.

Brian Downie is another councillor covering eight areas – the housing committee, educational services, the Northwest Corridor Development Corporation, Riverboat Days committee, and the city’s finance department. He’s an alternate with the regional district, airport society, and downtown merchants.

Leclerc will continue on as the council liaison for the Measuring Up Terrace Committee and the regional district, with new responsi-

bilities being Heritage Park, the airport society, the Terrace food council, and the city’s fire department. She’s an alternate with the Chamber of Commerce and the Yellowhead Highway association.

Councillor Lynne Christiansen is also on the Measuring Up committee, and takes on the Terrace Public Library, the Skeena Diversity Society and the city’s leisure services department. She’s an alternate for Heritage Park, the beautification society, and the Terrace food council.

Councillor Bruce Bidgood stays on the housing committee, and is the new liaison for the Chamber of Commerce, the seniors committee, and the city’s public works department.

He’s also an alternate for the Terrace athletic commission, the Terrace Economic Development Authority, Skeena Diversity and the regional district.

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He’s refrained from taking too many positions as he said this will give him more time to drop into a variety of committee meetings throughout the year.

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On September 15, 2010 the Board of Education Trustees passed a motion to reduce the number of School Trustees from 9 to 7. The proposed new Board of Education composition would be as follows: Terrace – 2 Trustees Kitimat – 2 Trustees Thornhill – 1 Trustee Hazelton/Kitwanga – 1 Trustee Stewart – 1 Trustee The reasons for the proposed reductions can be read on the School District web site at www.cmsd82.bc.ca.

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All responses will be sent to the Minister of Education where a final decision about the number of trustees will be made in time for the November 2011 Board Elections.

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By JANINE WORKMAN SOPHIA PALAHICKY, creator of a local dance studio, and her husband Glen Palahicky, principal at Veritas Catholic School, will be leaving Terrace as the family sets its sights on Winnipeg.

The decision comes after Sophia's acceptance of a new job at the University of Manitoba (U of M).

Sophia will be heading out this February and will be joined by Glen and their two children, Victoria and Jonathan, in July.

Sophia started her dance studio, Sophia's School of Dance, 11 years ago and saw it grow from seven students to 150.

The school currently hosts dance classes evenings and weekends at Skeena Junior Secondary.

She plans on getting her dancers ready for their end-of-year recital as well as the Pacific Northwest Music Festival before she leaves and will be returning for year-end productions in April.

Sophia says that while dance classes will continue as normal this year, it has not

been decided who will take over the studio or what will happen next year.

“I would hope that one of my students or affiliate teachers would take over the school and continue the work that I have started,” Sophia said.

Currently Sophia works as an online instructor and designer at North Coast Distance Education School in Terrace.

She works with adult students who are completing their high school diplomas.

At the U of M, Sophia will not be teaching, she will instead be designing courses at the university level.

“I will be designing online courses as opposed to teaching them, I'm very excited about it, it’s going to be great,” Sophia said.

Sophia, who is originally from the Bahamas, is also pleased about the move because it will bring her closer to the east and her family, who still lives in the Bahamas.

Her husband, Glen, has been the principal at Veritas Catholic School for eight years.

He is planning on seeing the school year out, and will be looking

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SOPHIA PALAHICKY, her husband Glen, and their two children, Victoria and Jonathan are moving to Winnipeg soon. for similar employment with the Catholic school system in Winnipeg.

Originally from Terrace, Glen himself attended Veritas as a student and in total has

spent 17 years either attending or working at the school.

He is not sure who will be replacing him as principal.

The Catholic school

board will hire the best possible candidate, but he’s not sure if it will be someone from within the school, Glen said.

The family has been in Terrace for 12 years

and is sad to go but looking forward to new opportunities to come.

“I am thankful for my work here, excited about new possibilities and sad to miss friends,”

Glen said.

He also wanted to convey his thanks for all the support his family has received in Terrace, adding that it will always be home.

Skeena students excel at studies

By JANINE WORKMAN SKEENA JUNIOR Secondary students are having a successful year as results from last semester show that 52 per cent of them have made the honour roll.

Leading the pack were the Grade 8s, with 61 per cent of them maintaining a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.

A 3.0 GPA amounts to a B average, and qualifies a student for honour roll status.

Grade 9 students came in second highest

with 53 per cent of them on the honour roll, and Grade 10 students came in last with 48 per cent.

Skeena’s principal Dave Crawley is very pleased with this year’s performance so far.

“These numbers are significantly higher than they have been in the past,” Crawley said.

The numbers are so strong that the school is looking into identifying contributing factors to ensure it continues to head in the right direction.

One of the factors that Crawley feels may have influ-

enced the Grade 8s in particular is the school’s attempt to reduce the number of teachers each student comes in contact with.

“Teachers get to know the kids better, kids get to know the teachers better, I think that’s probably a significant factor,” Crawley said.

The current standard for students is to have one or two teachers in elementary school.

Once they move to a secondary setting, this number can jump as high as eight different teachers.

By having instruc-

Dave Crawley tors handle multiple subjects, the school can expose students to fewer teachers, and maintain a more personal educational experience.

Crawley said while

it was only the Grade 8s that this tactic was focused on this year, it is all part of Skeena's upcoming shift towards becoming a middle school.

It will help teachers to be better equipped to help students who struggle, Crawley said.

The school has also established a Student Success Program, which is an alternate program within the school.

In the program, the number of students in each class is limited to 12 and teachers take on a more tutor-like roll with students, filling in

any gaps in concepts that may have been previously missed in core subjects.

Crawley said this program has been very successful because simply failing students does not work.

“Hopefully what happens is they find out that they are smart enough to do this stuff and this success helps them to be successful,” Crawley said.

Teachers and counsellors at the school have also implemented an early intervention process where students who are struggling in

a course are identified within the first four to five weeks of the semester.

Once identified, they are approached by a counsellor who will try to help them identify problems and set them on the right track. Crawley said that the final possible contributor to such a great semester is teacher availability for extra help and a regular homework program every day after school.

“We are extremely happy about these results and hope that this trend continues in the future,” Crawley said.

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Community Calendar The Terrace Standard offers the Community Calendar as a public service to its readers and community organizations. This column is intended for non-profit organizations and events without an admission charge. Space permitting, items will run two weeks before each event. Deadline is 5 p.m. Thursdays. Fax your event or PSA to 250-638-8432. For complete listings, visit www.terracestandard.com

COMMUNITY EVENTS JANUARY 19 – Attention all Kitsumkalum members: Kitsumkalum Treaty informational meeting is at 6 p.m. at Kitsumkalum Hall.

For more details, call Nina 635-1718 or email npeden@kitsumkalum.bc.ca.

JANUARY 22 – Come join the fun at Galloping for Gold, a quiz night that will test your knowledge of all things old and gold at 7 p.m. at the Skeena Valley Golf and Country Club.

Gather a group of friends ( a team of six to eight is perfect) and book a table. A quiz master will ask seven or eight rounds of 12 trivia questions on a variety of topics to answer on paper, which will be marked and scores tallied.

Between rounds, there will be other games and lots of prizes. Presented by the Northwest Therapeutic Equestrian Association. For more details, including the cost to enter, call Marilyn 635-3203.

JANUARY 22 – Ecole Mountainview is hosting an All Day Scrapbooking Fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the school’s multi-purpose room (3505 Bailey St.). Come spend the day scrapbooking, cardmaking, or crafting of any kind with your friends. A great opportunity to raise funds for the school and socialize with other papercrafters. Registration open to all members of the community! There is a cost per person. Seating is limited. For more details, call Ana 635-7903 or see mountainviewpac. blogspot.com.

JANUARY 28 – Free showing of ET the ExtraTerrestrial at 6:30 p.m. at the Terrace Public Library. Everyone welcome and registration not required. Children under age seven must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks provided.

JANUARY 28 – You are invited to attend the 18th annual Burns’ Night Potluck Supper and Entertainment In Celebration of Robert Burns’ 252nd Birthday at 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Knox United Church Hall. Arranged by Terrace Scottish Country Dancers. If you plan to come, call Kirsten at 250-635-5163 or e-mail kirstenmearl@gmail.com and indicate how many will be in your party and what you plan to bring for the potluck dinner.

JANUARY 29 – Playing and Reading Together: Celebrate Family Literacy with free creative activities that children and adults can do together from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Clarence Michiel building at Suwilaawks Community School. Play, cook, read and more – do one activity or do them all. All families welcome and they get to take home a free book. For more details, call Rosemary at 638-1330 or email rcraig.literacy@telus.net.

FEBRUARY 5 – Happy Gang Centre holds its first pancake breakfast of the year.

FEBRUARY 6 – A free class on Using Your E-Reader takes place from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Learn how to use it and how to download e-books from the library in this fun hands-on class. Register in person at the library or by phone 638-8177 as spaces are limited.

FEBRUARY 7 – Deadline for groups to confirm whether they will be participating in Hobiyee 2011 at the new gym in Gingolx Feb. 25 and 26. For more details, call Rev. Harry Moore Sr., cultural director at 250-326-6464 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.

PSAs REGISTRATION HAS BEGUN for Early Literacy Classes at the Terrace Public Library.

Have fun and help your child on the path to literacy. Tales for Twos will run Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime will be Wednesdays 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Toddler/ Twos will be Wednesdays 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. Register at the library or give us a call at 638-8177. Classes will begin the last week of January and will run for a six-week session.

TO HAVE YOUR services listed for free in the neighbourhood services directory, call Marion 631-3101.

WANTED: CARPET BOWLERS and floor curlers to join in on the fun at the Happy Gang Centre Mondays and Thursdays at noon.

THE TERRACE ART Association meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the gallery. Call 638-8884 for details.

TERRACE BRAIN INJURY Support Group meets at 4 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the boardroom at the Terrace and District Community Services Society (3219 Eby St.). For more details, call Noreen 1-866-979-4673.

TERRACE WRITERS GUILD meets the first Tuesday of every month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Cafenara. Feel free to join the writers group for an evening of discussions and exchange of writing information. For more info, check out the website at http://terracewritersguild.com.

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After that time, if you want to continue working with that lawyer, you will pay the lawyer’s normal rates, or negotiate a different one. Call toll free 1-800-663-1919.

NORTHERN LENSES CAMERA Club meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the art gallery. For more info, contact the club president at infonorthernlensescameraclub.ca.

TERRACE BIRTHRIGHT SOCIETY has closed its pregnancy crisis office. The hot line and 1-800-550-4900 will remain available free of charge. We would like to thank all those who supported us for the past 31 years.

February 1, 2011 Enbridge Information Session Sponsored by the City of Terrace 7:00 p.m.

TERRACE SCOTTISH COUNTRY dancers meet every Wednesday night (until April 13) from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Knox United Church Hall (4907 Lazelle Ave.). Beginners, singles and couples are most welcome. Learn/ practice waltzes, jigs, reels and strathspeys. This is an excellent way to burn calories. For more info, contact Kirsten at 250-635-5163 or kkearl@telus.net.

February 5, 2011 The Terrace Concert Society presents: Spring Breakup 8:00 p.m.

Tickets available at George Little House

PARK CENTRE OFFERS a variety of parenting education and support programs including Infant Massage, Nobody’s Perfect, So You Have the Blues (PPD/PPND Support), Parenting Plus!, Fathers Group, Building Healthier Babies, and Building Blocks. Stop in or phone for more information: 4465 Park Ave, 635-1830, or find us on Facebook (Programs of the Terrace Child Development Centre).

KERMODE FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY’S Father’s Group would like to invite past, present and new participants to attend the weekly group meetings every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the society satellite office (3242 Kalum St.).

For more details, call 250-635-1476.

TERRACE NISGA’A SOCIETY invites all Terrace and area Nisga’a elders to attend meetings on the first Monday of every month starting at 6 p.m. Come have some fun. Contact Terrace Nisga’a Society for more information or rides or call Diana Guno at 250-638-0311 or Margaret Nelson at 250-638-8939.

PACIFIC MIST CHORUS invites women of all ages to come join for song, fun and laughter. We practice Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Zion Baptist Church, 2911 Sparks St. For more details, call Trudi at 250-615-2936 or 250-635-0056.

PUBLIC PRENATAL CLASSES available throughout the year. Classes run Tuesdays 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or Thursday evenings 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more info or register, call Park Centre at 250-635-1830.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE QUILTERS welcome you to come out on Tuesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. All levels of quilters welcome.

Elan Travel

1-800-222-TIPS (8477) Nourishing Life Acupuncture Clinic

WEATHER OUTLOOK

HAWAII

SUNNY & HOT

LAS VEGAS SUNNY & HOT

CARIBBEAN SUNNY & HOT

Elan Travel in

Terrace, Prince Rupert and Kitimat has been

Cheri Reidy R.Ac.

arranging winter sun tans since 1975

Weekly Weather Report JANUARY 2011

Your safety is our concern

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January 27, 2011 The Terrace Concert Society presents: April Verch in Concert 8:00 p.m.

Tickets available at George Little House

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-6.1 -4.1 -3.0 -0.2 0.4 1.1 0.6

4.4 7.0 25.2 47.0 21.0 16.0 5.6

Weather conditions can change quickly - always drive according to road conditions and give yourself plenty of room to stop.

February 7, 2011 Monster Theatre - School Shows 9:30 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

February 10, 2011 Cassie Hall, Uplands and Mountain View Schools present: A Musical Evening 7:00 p.m.

Look Who’s Dropped In! Baby’s Name: Karlene Cherie Mae Dundas Date & Time of Birth: January 8, 2011 at 8:10 a.m.

Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz . Sex: Female Parents: Ashley Stevens & Frank Dundas “New sister for Floyd” Baby’s Name: Ryan Micheal Victor Williams Date & Time of Birth: January 7, 2011 at 11:55 p.m.

Weight: 9 lbs. 3 oz . Sex: Male Parents: Rachel Mowatt & Francis Williams “New brother for Colten, Chase, Jessica & Ashton” Baby’s Name: Anna Sophia Daignault Date & Time of Birth: January 7, 2011 at 4:46 a.m.

Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz . Sex: Female Parents: Courtney & Chevy Daignault “New sister for Grace”

Baby’s Name: Matteo Mark Richard Morgan Date & Time of Birth: December 25, 2010 at 11:19 p.m.

Weight: 7 lbs. 5 oz . Sex: Male Parents: Nadine Barton & Jordan Morgan Baby’s Name: Gabriel Alexander Kean Date & Time of Birth: December 26, 2010 at 12:53 p.m.

Weight: 8 lbs. 13.5 oz . Sex: Male Parents: Louisa & Richard Kean “New brother for Adam” Baby’s Name: Kléa-Leigh Balatti-Webb Date & Time of Birth: December 18, 2010 at 5:35 a.m.

Weight: 6 lbs. 15.6 oz . Sex: Female Parents: Melissa Balatti & James Webb “New sister for Tyler & Laden”

Congratulates the parents on the new additions to their families.

COMMUNITY

The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 19, 2011 - Page 19

Teen puts community first ...and not just our local one, but others around the province also A LOCAL teen takes her love of helping the community from here to the rest of the province with her latest endeavour.

Selena Kunar, 16, is raising money to send underprivileged children to Camp Phoenix and began with a coin drive at Skeena Junior where the classroom that brought in the most coins won a pizza lunch.

The Camp Phoenix staff consists of the young people who go to the BC Youth Parliament, which Kunar attended during Christmas break, and she plans to apply for a camp position.

At the BC Youth Parliament for youths 16 to 21, she was the youngest of the group of 95 students from around B.C. who took part.

“I was lucky enough to be one,” she said of the opportunity to go to youth parliament.

The young people conducted their own parliament, which wasn’t a mock parliament, as the bills that were passed will go to the provincial govern-

ment, she said.

Two of the several bills the young people voted on included one to legalize marijuana that passed by a slim margin of 37 votes to 35 and another to make voting in municipal elections mandatory, which failed to pass by a 34 to 32 vote against it, said Kunar.

The mandatory municipal election voting bill was taken from Australia, where people are hit with an extra tax if they don’t vote in municipal elections, she explained.

Kunar won the northwestern heritage fair here and went on to the provincial heritage fair where she showcased her project, her family tree, which stretched back five generations and did well there too.

Kunar also coaches mixed badminton, girls basketball and boys volleyball at Suwilaawks, which she’s been doing for six years now.

“I do a lot of sports myself but I enjoy coaching,” she said.

Selena Kunar It’s her first year at Caledonia, and not too many clubs have started, but in the past she has been a member of the cancer cause, the leadership committee, peer tutoring and physics club.

Kunar is planning more fundraisers for Camp Phoenix in future.

A Vancouver business, Turning Point Resolutions, that works on resolving conflicts

in the workplace, schools and families across the country, is also sponsoring her fundraising efforts for Camp Phoenix and will match the amount she raises up to $1,000, she said.

She would love to have a local business be involved too, even if that just means leaving a donation can there for people to put their change in if they’d like to help.

“I’m hoping to make my fundraisers bigger and larger and if anyone wants to donate please call me,” said Kunar, adding any donations are appreciated very much.

To donate to Camp Phoenix, email her at skunar02@ hotmail.com.

Camp Phoenix is a weeklong residential summer camp for children between the ages of eight to 12, who would otherwise be unable to attend a summer camp due to social or financial circumstances.

Camp Phoenix is held at different campsites throughout the province each year.

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CITY SCENE

Fax your event to make the Scene at 250-638-8432. Deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday.

Clubs & pubs

CAFENARA: Acoustic jams every second and fourth Monday 7 p.m.

Everyone welcome to join in or just enjoy the music. Jan. 31.

THORNHILL PUB: Free pool Wed. and Sun., karaoke night Thurs. Karen Ljungh will provide musical entertainment every Fri. and Sat. night at 8:30 p.m.

Shuttle service: if you need a ride, we’ll be glad to accommodate you.

LEGION BRANCH 13: Meat every Sat. afternoon.

draws

GEORGE’S PUB: Free pool Thurs.

Free poker Sun. 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Wed. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Live weekend entertainment. Tickets on sale before and at the door. Jan. 21, 22 Accelerators: Jan. 28, 29 Rumour Red; Feb. 4, 5, 11, 12 Sound Collision. Shuttle service: if you need a ride, we’ll be glad to accommodate you.

SPIRIT NIGHTCLUB: proudly presents DJ Steve Little playing top 40 nightly.

Thurs. to Sat. open 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Cinema

■ MATTHEW’S MAGNIFICENT MOVIES presents The Expendables for free movie night at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 19 at the Stepping Stones Centre. Barney Ross leads the Expendables, a band of highly skilled mercenaries including knife enthusiast Lee Christmas, martial arts expert Yin Yang, heavy weapons specialist Hale Caesar, demolitionist Toll Road and loosecannon sniper Gunner Jensen. The team of mercenaries heads to South America on a mission to overthrow a dictator. Donations

accepted. Free popcorn, pop $1.

Music

■ THE TERRACE CONCERT Society kicks off the new year with April Verch in Concert at the R.E.M. Lee Theatre at 8 p.m. January 27. Verch is a dynamic Canadian fiddler, singer and stepdancer.

With her band, she plays a traditional and original repertoire that is deeply rooted in the style she grew up with in the Ottawa Valley. Tickets at George Little House.

■ THE TERRACE CONCERT Society presents Spring Breakup, the unlikely marriage of Yukon singersongwriter Kim Barlow and Mathias Kom of The Burning Hell, at 8 p.m. Feb. 5 at the R.E.M. Lee Theatre. This banjo and ukulele duo writes tiny, happy songs about the inevitable end of love. Spring Breakup is a brand new band with very old hearts.

Tickets available at George Little House.

Theatre

■ BE SURE TO check out Terrace Little Theatre’s dinner theatre production, Roy Teed’s western comedy, The Rutabaga Ranger Rides Again Jan. 28, 29, Feb. 4, 5, 11, 12, 14, 18, 19 at the Skeena Valley Golf and Country Club. Birdie owns a very successful saloon, but realizes that something’s missing in her life: a man.

But who will she choose in a town full of layabouts and barrel-scrapings? B. Bertram “Bighorn” Smith owns all the other saloons in town and sets his sights on Birdie’s saloon, deciding to acquire it through romance, much to the dismay of town constable Ackers and Birdie’s bar girls, Blanche, Mona, and Peaches,

who will be unemployed if Smith’s plan succeeds. In an attempt to thwart Smith’s plans, they try to give him some competition, but complications arise and hilarity ensues. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets at Uniglobe Travel.

Visual Arts

■ KITIMAT MUSEUM AND Archives presents “The Living North - Where I Live: The Art of Summer Breeze” until Feb. 5.

About her artwork, Breeze says “If I had one word to describe my art it would be ‘colourful,’ I love colour and the emotions it can inspire. I like to say that I paint landscapes as portraits, concentrating on the perfect imperfections, which are in essence, nature. When I look at nature I not only see the beauty of its surface, but more importantly I see the overlooked beauty of the shapes and lines and colours that, when added together, create works of art.” The museum is open Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Etc.

■ THE R.E.M. LEE Theatre is sponsoring a free four-hour technician’s workshop for people who may be interesting in volunteering at the theatre and working with the shows presented at the venue 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Jan. 22.

Basic sound and lighting principles will be covered as will hands-on experience with microphones, consoles, follow spots and headsets. Coffee and donuts provided.

You must pre-register. Call Karla at 6352101 and leave a message.

Prana THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Elissa Marcus, B.A., R.M.T. Registered Massage Therapist NEW LOCATION 250-975-0095 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

Terrace Hospice Society 250.635.4811 Office Open weekdays 10-12 Noon 207-4650 Lakelse Ave., V8G 1S6

√ Support for Caregivers Family, friends or self are welcome to contact and/ or refer √ Friendly, warm volunteers to talk with

√ An extensive library on helpful topics (healing, care-giving, loss, music) √ Help with stress reduction √ Volunteer visitor if requested √ Grief Support

SNOW REMOVAL

NO PARKING ON STREETS

From November 15 to April 01 Under Bylaw No. 1331-1993, and amendments thereto, every street, alley and highway in the City of Terrace is designated as a snow removal route, and parking on them is prohibited during the winter months, from November 15th to April 1st.

Any vehicle that impedes snow removal and/or road maintenance work on any snow removal route can be towed.

Also, it is an offence to place snow from any private property onto the road Rightof-Way; it creates drainage blockages, buries and plugs up fire hydrants, and interferes with routine snow plowing and/or road maintenance.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated

CITY OF TERRACE

The Mature Career Opportunities would like to thank the generous hearts of those who have given so much to make the December 2010 Sock Drive possible.

Aqua Clear Bottlers Angelica’s Hair Studio Aksidan, Rachel Barton, Barbara Canada Safeway Canadian Tire Cedar Motel City West Cable Coast Tsimshian Creative Zone Dahms, Doris Denny’s Restaurant Dentist: Dr. Drouin Diaz, Carmen & Estoban Dollar Store Gold Diggers Flea Market Harmon, Clay Horizon Dental Kurik, Angela McDonalds Restaurant

Misty River Books Moore, George Naguib, Alia Northern Savings Credit Union Nelson, Donna & George The Nelson Family Northern Reflections Petland Sandman Inn Save On Foods Service Canada Sight & Sound Sonny’s Collectables Tanner, Elizabeth & Mike Terrace City Hall The Terrace Standard Terrace Totem Ford Tim Hortons Twilight Spas

The final count was 107 filled socks, 95 toques and 25 gloves; plus an additional 47 bags of essentials for men and women in need; also clothing gift bags were filled for families in the transition home. All this helped those, who for varying reasons, struggle with homelessness and poverty. Each bundle carried the message that those in struggle are not alone, others care, and troubles can be healed. Thank you for helping us to share this hope with those who were in need this past year.

Ian Goslin, Gerry Sharples, Neil McLean, Isobel Spence, Elizabeth Tanner, Carmen Diaz & Debbie Dahms

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Engagements

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Obituaries

Obituaries

MEMORIAL SERVICES for the late

PERCY MOORHOUSE late of Terrace and Nass Valley will be held at the

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 13, Terrace

Mon.-Thurs.

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Legion Tribute will take place

Alternate times by appointment only

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Childcare Available RAINBOW CASTLE PRESCHOOL has openings for 2, 3, or 5 days/wk. Licensed E.C.E. teachers. Great learning and play environment for your children! Ages 30 months to school age. Call Karla at 250-638-8890 for more info or to register.

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HIGHWAY LOG TRUCKS REQUIRED VANCOUVER ISLAND Western Forest Products requires 6 rental highway log trucks (without drivers) for the Gold River area. Trucks are required for Feb and March of 2011.

Please contact Geoff Payne at: gpayne@western forest.com or 250-283-2835 for additional info.

JEWELLERY SALES OPPORTUNITY! NEW to Canada, trendy, affordable! Work from home, Earn GREAT money & vacations. Contact Curt for catalogue and business information. chic7@shaw.ca 403.889.4521

Career Opportunities TrafďŹ c Controller (agger) 2 Day Training Classes Road Safety TSC Classes held in Kamloops, Kelowna,Penticton,Princeton & Williams Lake. Starting Feb. New.$280.00. Renew $168.00 For Dates & Info 1-866-7372389, www.roadsafetytcs.com

In Memoriam

Rene Joseph LeBlanc

WEDDING TO TAKE PLACE WINTER OF 2011

November 21, 1929 January 20, 2010

S TANDARD TERRACE

It’s been one whole year And all of us hold on to a tear in the corner of our eyes, since we said goodbye.

Obituaries

Obituaries

Maurice Russell Thornton

Separated by miles.

We remember the smiles and the love that you shared.

Not a moment spared.

1932 - 2010

Lovingly remembered by family and friends.

Automotive

Cards of Thanks

In Memoriam

Automotive

Joey Prevost – MacCarthy Motors PERSONAL SALES ASSISTANT REQUIRED Job Description: Assisting with car deliveries to customers; customer follow-up; scheduling appointments; experienced with computer skills; good organizational skills; and a pleasant personality.

Qualified Application Requirements: * MUST have a High School Diploma * Superior customer service skills * Excellent task management * Enthusiastic * Professional appearance Please email your resume to Joey Prevost at (jprevost@maccarthygm.com) or deliver in person to MacCarthy GM, 5004 Highway 16, West, Terrace, BC V8G 5S5.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

Maurice (Maury) Thornton passed away on December 14, 2010 in Terrace, B.C. Maury was born to parents, Russell and Constance Thornton, on September 13, 1932, in Langley, B.C. He was predeceased by his infant son, Lance, his parents and his sister, Valeda Mae. He leaves to mourn: his friend, Diane Parnell, his children; son, Clayton Maurice, daughters, Charlene, Maurene and Hanna. His grandchildren; Fleita Rae and Shay, Dustin, Boby-Jo, Boby-Jo,Orri Orriand andLevi, Levi, Wade, Wade, Tyson Tyson and and Cale,Cale, Megan, Marlice Meagan, Marlice and and Sienna.

Sienna.

His siblings: brothers; Lorne (Vi), Ron, Doug, Tim (Marge), and his sister, Shirley (Ken) Dargatz - plus a myriad of nieces and nephews.

Maury spent his growing-up years on Promontory Heights, Chilliwack, B.C. The “Promontory Plateauâ€? was his vast playground where he rode his horses, Gyp and Flicka, and explored the wooded areas that he loved. Close by, in the Chilliwack River Valley, he pursued his fondness for ďŹ shing and hunting. Flying also became a passsion of his.

Following in his father’s footsteps, he chose to go into the “logging businessâ€?. His work ďŹ rst took him to Port Douglas, on Harrison Lake, and then to logging shows and camps up and down the B.C. Coast, ďŹ nally settling in Terrace, B.C. where he established Tri-Star Logging Co. which he operated for 30 years until his death. His friends and colleagues speak highly of him as a loyal friend, a gentleman, and a caring employer.

A “Celebration of Maury’s Life� will be held on Saturday, January 29th, 2011 at the Elk’s Hall in Terrace, B.C. from 2 - 4 pm.

Special Thanks to: Dr. Fourie and the staff at Mills Memorial Hospital, Maury’s loyal friends and co-workers, and all who were such an important part of his life here in Terrace.

Cremation arrangements were entrusted to MacKay’s Funeral Services Ltd.

Cards of Thanks

THANK YOU I want to thank the people of Terrace and the surrounding area for donating/contributing and sharing in my successes in my 2010 armwrestling tour and for the many tours preceding. Moreover, I thank you for the opportunity to represent Terrace and Canada to the rest of the country and the world, respectively, as an ambassador in this great family sport of armwrestling.

Allan Heinricks

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In Memoriam

In Memoriam In Loving Memory of

ERIK BRORUP who passed away January 7, 2010 ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS The Brorup Family Mass will be read at Sacred Heart Church, Terrace, B.C. on Friday, January 7th, 2011 at 9 a.m.

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KELOWNA COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLING Huckleberry Mines Ltd. is a 19,000 TPD open pit copper/ molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. We are currently recruiting for the following positions to join our team:

Accountant Huckleberry Mines Ltd. currently has an opportunity for an Accountant at our mine site. This position reports to the Accounting Superintendent and requires an individual with excellent time management skills who can prioritize work to meet goals and deadlines, work well under pressure and pays attention to detail.

Primary duties of this position are: • Accounts payable • Contract payments • Payment of all invoices in a timely manner • General ledger account reconciliation • Prepare month-end reports • Prepare Year-end closing • Assist auditors for company audit • Prepare HST returns and income taxes The successful candidate will have a college diploma in accounting and be working towards their CGA or CMA, has knowledge of Excel and ACCPAC software and have more than 4 years of accounting experience.

Preference will be given to individuals with industrial experience.

Heavy Duty Mechanic The successful candidate will report to the Mine Maintenance Supervisor and will be responsible for the following duties: preventative maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of engines, transmissions, hydraulics and electrical systems on 777 and 785 Cat Trucks, 992 Loader, Komatsu PC 2000 Excavators, Cat support equipment, P & H 2100 shovel, Bucyrus-Erie and Atlas Copco rotary drills, and other small support equipment.

Applicant for this position must possess a journeyman’s trade qualification (B.C. ticket) or an Interprovincial Heavy Duty Mechanic’s ticket and be able to perform basic welding. Experience with shovels and drills is not necessary but would be considered an asset for this position. Good interpersonal, communication skills and time management skills are a must. This position will work closely with the Maintenance Planning section.

Huckleberry Mines is a remote mine where its employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. The work schedule for these positions is 4 days on followed by 3 days off. Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and Smithers and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees.

Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers full relocation expenses, a competitive salary and a full range of benefits including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those in consideration will be contacted. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Qualified candidates can forward a completed resume to: Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000 Houston BC V0J 1Z0 Fax 604-517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

We are looking for FULL TIME and PART TIME positions.

This is a fashion oriented store dealing with clothing and footwear.

We are seeking energetic, responsible, well rounded, dedicated, healthy, motivated sales clerks who are willing to work long term. ( A few years) Must be able to work weekends and holiday periods.

Apply in person to Stella with a resume at: 3228 Kalum Street Terrace, B.C.

VACANCY

RECREATION ATTENDANT II (Regular Full-Time)

The City of Terrace is currently looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Recreation Attendant II with the Leisure Services Department.

This is a regular full-time Union position (CUPE Local 2012) with a 40-hour work week. Please visit the City of Terrace website at www.terrace.ca for a more detailed job description and information on how to apply for this vacancy.

Heather Nunn, Human Resources Manager

LOOKING FOR SALES REP FOR TERRACE/KITIMAT AREA Do you enjoy working with people and your community?

Does Radio and Television advertising interest you?

If so, ASTRAL MEDIA could have an exciting position for you. Astra Media is currently accepting resumes for a sales representative in Terrace/Kitimat area.

If you would like to sell advertising on The Mix, CJFW, and CFTK-TV and if you have a reliable vehicle and hold a clean driving record, please send your resume to Brian Langston, General Manager @ blangston@astral.com or mail to 4625 Lazelle Ave, Terrace, B.C. V8G 1S4.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Education/Trade Schools Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery.

Wages start at $29/hour. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available.

Toll-free: 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is rated #2 for at-home jobs.

Train from home with the only industry approved school in Canada. Contact CanScribe today! 1-800-466-1535. www.canscribe.com info@canscribe.com

Forestry BC Certified Utility Arborists, Apprentice Utility Arborists.

Must have valid driver licenseClass 5. Plse fax resume to 250-762-3667 Attn: Larry

Help Wanted ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL Trainees Needed! Large & Small Firms Seeking Certified A&P Staff Now. No Experience? Need Training? Career Training & Job Placement Available. 1-888-424-9417.

Career Opportunities

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

A-DEBT-FREE Life. We’ll help you. Call MNP 877-898-2580.

Free consultation.Creditor proposals, trustee in bankruptcy, 320-1620 Dickson Ave. Kelowna - Resident office. Appointments available in your area

FULL-TIME CERTIFIED Heavy Duty Mechanic required

by Bailey Western Star & Freightliner. Experience in service & repair of trucks, trailers & equipment. Fax resume to 250-286-0753 or email:

EXPERIENCED Dangle Head Processor Operator needed for the Merritt area. Please call Brian at 250-378-6984 after 6:00 pm. Please fax your resume also to 250-378-6984

GOLDEN STAR requires the following positions: F/T or P/T server; Reliable, Hard work with basic computer skills and willing to be trained and act in a responsible manner. Please apply in person with your resume at 4606 Lazelle Ave. Terrace. No phone calls please.

Finishing Carpenter UNI Construction is an established general contractor serving Northern BC. We have an immediate opening for a Finishing Carpenter. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of managing the well equipped carpentry shop, including materials and maintenance of equipment. This is a permanent full time position with custom and commercial contracts in place over the next months.

Terrace BC provides an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle combined with all the amenities you and your family will require.

Interested candidates should forward their resume to: shane@careerlinkinternational.com

Career Opportunities

employment@baileywesternstar.com

GROWING local RV Dealership is seeking SALES minded person for our NEW Accessiors dep. Training will be provided. You should have basic computer skills. E-mail resume to salesmanager@norburdrv.ca

Kitchen Helper Terrace Bavarian Inn closing cleaning shift $8.50-$10.90/hr Full Time Email resume: jr.recruit@shaw.ca Drop off to: 4332 Lakelse Ave. MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees Needed! Drs & Hospitals need Medical Office & Medical Admin staff! No Experience?

Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement also Available! 1-888-778-0459 Superintendent/ Construction Foremen UNI Construction is an established general contractor serving Northern BC. We have immediate openings for these leadership roles. The successful candidates will be responsible for all aspects of managing projects on-site, including, adhering to agreed upon contract, materials and equipment management and directing, scheduling and leading your team. You will work closely with the company management team to ensure contracts are completed on time, on budget and meet the customer’s expectations. This is a permanent full time position with contracts in place for the upcoming year.

Terrace BC provides an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle combined with all the amenities you and your family will require. Interested candidates should forward their resume to: shane@careerlinkinternational.com YOUNG’S MILLS (1980) Ltd requires CTL Logging Trucks and Logging Truck Drivers in Chetwynd BC area for winter season. Ph. 250-788-6093

For all the news.. www.ter acestandard.com

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Help Wanted

SKEENA DIVERSITY SOCIETY DIVERSITY HEALTH FAIR CO-ORDINATOR Part-Time Contract Position, Flexible Hours February to August 2011 Role: To plan, organize and coordinate a diversity health fair which will bring together organizations from health, wellness and safety Àelds to provide information about their programs and services to our multi-ethnic, multi-linguistic community.

The successful applicant will have: • strong organizational skills in marketing and event coordination • an excellent knowledge of the community • experience working with the media • experience in or knowledge of health access issues • strong computer knowledge and skills • excellent written and oral communication skills • the ability to work well with others • the ability to work independently and as part of a team • the ability to work well in a non-proÀt volunteer environment and fulÀll the requirements of the Board of the Society Please submit your resume, cover letter and two references no later than Wednesday, January 26, 2011. Email: job@skeenadiversity.com Mail: Skeena Diversity Society, P.O. Box 665, Terrace, BC V8G 4B5 Drop off: Skeena Diversity Centre, 4617 Lazelle Avenue, Terrace Further information online at www.skeenadiversity.com.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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Legal Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available).

Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).

Trades, Technical

Trades, Technical

Art/Music/Dancing

ENSIGN ENERGY SERVICE INC. is looking for experienced Drilling Rig, & Coring personnel for all position levels. Drillers, Coring Drillers $35. $40.20.; Derrickhands $34., Motorhands $28.50; Floorhands, Core Hands, Helpers $24. - $26.40. Plus incentives for winter coring! Telephone 1-888-ENSIGN-0 (1-888-3674460).

Fax 780-955-6160.

Email: hr@ensignenergy.com.

OVERHEAD DOOR TECHNICIAN. Full time work in the Cariboo Chilcotin. Based in Williams Lake. Must be experienced in commercial and industrial installation and service. $28/hr plus benefit package. Relocation assistance. Company truck, tools, phone, etc. Ph 250-398-8583.

F 250-398-7983. jsnow@wisewindowsanddoors.com

GUITAR LESSONS Sheridan Strings is now accepting new students from beginner to intermediate level. Call Wayne at (250)635-3627

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TERRACE SIGHT & SOUND CELLPHONE DEPARTMENT

We are looking for an out going individual who enjoys meeting the public and is interested in the electronics industry.

We will train you to become a qualified cellphone customer representative in the everexpanding cellphone industry.

This is a full time position with good benefits in an excellent working environment.

Please fax your resume to Sight & Sound 250-635-3491. Email it to gord@sight-and-sound.ca or drop it off at our Keith Ave. Store located at 4716 Keith Ave. Terrace

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Financial Services

www.terracestandard.com

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com

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KITIMAT SIGHT & SOUND CELLPHONE DEPARTMENT

We are looking for an out going individual who enjoys meeting the public and is interested in the electronics industry.

We will train you to become a qualified cellphone customer representative in the everexpanding cellphone industry.

This is a part time position with good benefits in an excellent working environment.

Please fax your resume to Sight & Sound 250-635-3491. Email it to gord@sight-and-sound.ca or drop it off at our Keith Ave. Store located at 4716 Keith Ave. Terrace

COMMUNITY FUTURES OPERATION SPECIALIST About Community Futures Community Futures Development Corporation of 16/37 is a non-profit organization committed to community and economic development in the North West region.

For additional information on Community Futures visit our web-site at www.1637cfdc.bc.ca.

The Operations Specialist has these primary responsibilities: t Create and implement the framework for one or more self sustaining enterprising non-profits. Increase the number of clients accessing Community Futures services as measured by the number of advisory services provided, businesses started/maintained/expanded, and jobs created/maintained. t Improve the succes rate of Community Futures clients as measured by increased rates of business survival, increased sales and profitability, increased employment, and reduced loan deliquency and write-offs. t Identification of business support needs. t Marketing of Community Futures business lending and support functions. t Manage the loan portfolio to meet target sector needs and returns to the organization. Collection activities will be required.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate the following skills: t Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to think “in and outside of the box” t Demonstrated continuous learning t Excellent communication skills t Demonstrated ability to work in a cross cultural environment t Ability to manage multiple contracts, people, and budgets t Financial analysis and forecast financial statements - opening balance sheets, income statements and cash flows t Ability to evaluate viability of business plans t Knowledge of various business structures t The ideal applicant will have: t Post secondary education in Business Administration or Commerce. t Previous lending and/or collections experience t Business experience. t Demonstrated Computer and Software Applications Skills t A minimum of five years experience in a business environment is required for consideration as a suitable candidate.

Normal hours of work are 8:30 - to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. This is a management position and there is an expectation that the Operations Specialist will be required to attend meetings, conferences, and other networking functions on other than working hours without further remuneration. The organization will consider a fulltime salaried position, part-time and/or contract services in negotiations with the preferred candidate.

Submit resume to Ken Guenter, General Manager at ken@1637cfdc.bc.ca or by mail to 204-4630 Lazelle Avenue, Terrace, BC, V8G 1W7. No appointments or phone calls will be accepted regarding this position.

Closing date January 26, 2011 at 4 p.m.

Job Posting –Maintenance Superintendent

Job Posting – Plant Manager (Williams Lake)

Pinnacle Pellet requires a Maintenance Superintendent who will be responsible for the leadership and overall administration of plant maintenance at its Williams Lake plant location. He or she will oversee the preventative maintenance program for the plant as well as ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and company policies. The ideal candidate will have industrial manufacturing experience and a trade certification.

Pinnacle Pellet requires a Plant Manager who will be responsible for the leadership and overall administration of plant operations at its Williams Lake plant location. He or she will oversee staffing, and the development and direction of the management team to drive the growth of production, and the quality of goods produced in the facility. The Plant Manager is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, and ensuring the integration of strategic plans within the plant facilities.

Pinnacle Pellet offers competitive salary packages, a positive work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Pinnacle Pellet offers competitive salary packages, a positive work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

For more information on this position see www.pinnaclepellet.com

For more information on this position see www. pinnaclepellet.com

Send your resume to: E-mail: hr@pinnaclepellet.com

Submit your resume to: E-mail: hr@pinnaclepellet.com

No Phone Inquiries Accepted – Closing date January 21, 2011.

No Phone Inquiries Accepted – Closing date January 21, 2011.

E S L F O R E M P L OY M E N T AT N W C C Looking for work? Want to improve your English?

Sign up now for this 10–week, part–time course starting in January 2011.

You could be eligible and should apply for funding under the Employment Skills Access (ESA) Program at Northwest Community College.

Limited seating – call today!

Funding provided through Canada-BC Labour Market Agreement

Offered in partnership with...

Contact Charlynn Toews for more info: 250.635.6511 Extension 5357

ctoews@nwcc.bc.ca

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Financial Services

Misc. for Sale

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

1.800.587.2161.

BUILDING SALE... “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES!� 25x30 $6200. 30x40 $9850. 32x60 $15,600.

32x80 $19,600.

35x60 $17,500.

40x70 $18,890.

40x100 $26,800.

46x140 $46,800. OTHERS. Doors optional.

Pioneer MANUFACTURERS DIRECT 1-800-668-5422 CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs?

Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-9816591 STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Incredible end-ofseason factory discounts on various models/sizes. Plus FREE DELIVERY to most areas. CALL FOR CLEARANCE QUOTE AND BROCHURE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170

Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. ConďŹ dential, Fast, Affordable. Our A+ BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT \TRAVEL & FREEDOM. Call for your FREE INFORMATION BOOKLET. 1-8-NOW-PARDON (1 866 972 7366). www.PardonSer vicesCanada.com ICBC, MVA’S, SLIP & FALL or Any Injury?

MARCO D. CEDRONE Making The Difference in Personal Injury Claims!

24hr. Call:1-866-913-3110 Cascade Law Corporation

Misc. Wanted FREEZER BURNT meat and ďŹ sh for sled dogs, Terrace only. Will pick up. 250-635-3772.

Silver Buyer & Coin Collector in Town Now. Buying Sterling, Tea Services, Coins, Gold, Jewelry, Accumulations, etc. Any amount, 1800-948-8816

Store Equipment/ Fixtures

Cleaning Services HOUSE Cleaning Service. Call Anna 250-638-0691. Available on week-days, mornings preferred. Ref. avail. $17/hr.

10’ RESTAURANT Hood, exhaust, cladding, ďŹ re suppress system. New $10.5k, used 3 yrs. Asking $4k. Castlegar 250-365-1972.

Home Improvements EXPERIENCED RENOVATOR for all your home improvements. Drywall, ooring, bathrooms, kitchens, basements, decks, fences, rooďŹ ng, etc. No job too big or too small. Call Premium Renovations Northwest 250-635-5587

Mobile Homes & Parks

ROUND BALES for sale, dry in the barn. 1000 available.

Please call (250)846-5855 BRAND NEW 2 BEDROOM Modular Home. Close to schools, with 5 appliances and a covered porch. $71,000 plus HST. Excellent warranty.

250-635-6224

Pet Services WHOLESALE PET GROOMING SUPPLIES & equipment. www.HSAPETSUPPLIES.COM Sharpening & repair service.

Furniture

Mortgages

OAK dining room suite, seats ten. Asking $800 Phone (250)635-1227

BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca

Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL Shipping Containers/Bridges Super Sale On NowNew/Used/Damaged.

BEST PRICES. 20’24’,40’,45’,48’,53’ Insulated Reefer Containers 20’40’48’53’ CHEAP 40’ Farmers Specials all under $2,200! Semi Trailers for hi way & storage. We are Overstocked, Delivery BC & AB 1-866-528-7108 Call 24 hours www.rtccontainer.com

Other Areas Land of Orchards, Vineyards & Tides in Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis Valley. Live!

Work! Bring Business! Free Brochure Website: www.kingsrda.ca Email: mmacdonald@kingsrda.ca Toll-free: 1-888-865-4647

Misc. for Sale

Apt/Condo for Rent

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1-866884-7464 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com

CLINTON MANOR - We are taking applications for a Bachelor unit, rent $560. Hot water included. Adult oriented N/S,N/P 2 ref. required 250615-7543 PARK MANOR we are taking applications for 1 & 2 bdrm apts. $640 & $740 heat & water included. N/S, N/P, two ref’s req’d., on site management. (250)641-3034

Education/Tutoring

Education/Tutoring UPCOMING COURSES

At NWCC Terrace Campus...

Terrace Power & Sail Boating Course * Jan 17-Mar 28 (Mo) $250 * late registration acceptable in some cases $100

Occupational First Aid Level 1 Jan 22 (Sa) $109

Call for class times. Register today!

250.638.5408 or toll-free 1.877.277.2288 snorton@nwcc.bc.ca

ceit.nwcc.bc.ca

BEST PLACE TO LIVE One, Two, & Three Bedroom Laundry Facilities - Elevator Close to Town - Schools On Bus Route - Pet Free Security Entrance On-site Management Nice Neighbours Units Recently Totally Renovated ––––––––––––––––––––– If you are looking for clean, quiet living in Terrace and have good references then you should Call: 250-638-0799

Duplex / 4 Plex

Duplex / 4 Plex

CLEAN, quiet 3 bedrm, F/S, W/D, Nechako neighborhood, Kitimat, $550/mo 250-6150328

THREE bdrm duplex on southside in Terrace. Lrg shared fenced backyard, 5 appl., satelite TV incl., $750/mo. ref’s req’d. N/S, small pets may be allowed. Call 250-624-5622 or 615-7309 Avl. immediately.

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Courier/Delivery Services

Conversational Spanish Level 2 $139+hst Jan 25-Feb 22 (Tu/Th) FoodSafe Level 1 Jan 29 (Sa)

$129

Occupational First Aid Level 3 * $729 Feb 14-Mar 1 (Mo-Fr) * includes exam time & fee Oil & Gas CertiÀcate Mar 14-18 (Mo-Fr) $705

Courier/Delivery Services

SEAPORT LIMOUSINE LTD. EXPRESS SERVICE

Walsh Avenue Apartments

HUNTINGTON APARTMENTS

Scheduled freight service from Stewart to Terrace and return, and all points in between.

Pick-up and delivery of goods in Terrace, C.O.D. and courier service.

TAKING APPLICATIONS NOW for 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

Ph: 250-636-2622 Fax: 250-636-2622

•Clean, quiet renovated suites •Ample parking •Laundry facilities •Close to schools & downtown •On bus route •On site management •No pets •References required

Moving & Storage

Moving & Storage

The quality shows in every move we make!

To view call

250-638-1748 Summit Square

3111 Blakeburn, Terrace

250-635-2728 635-2728

Container or van service! www.bandstra.com

• Quiet & Clean • No Pets • Close to Wal-Mart • Laundry Facilities • Close to Schools & Hospital • On Bus Route • Security Entrance • On site Caretaker • Basketball, Volleyball & Racquetball Courts • 24hr Video Surveillance

Real Estate

Real Estate FOR LEASE

Now Available 2 bedroom furnished apartment

Ask for Monica Warner

'03 -&"4& TERRACE PROFESSIONAL BUILDING Centrally located on Greig Avenue.

Up to 1000 Sq. Ft. business/ofďŹ ce space available on upper oor.

Contact: 250-635-3333

LEASE OPPORTUNITY 4542 PARK AVENUE The City of Terrace has a house for lease at 4542 Park Avenue (currently the location of the Terrace Anti-Poverty Group Society). The lease space is approximately 1,000 square feet and will become available after January 31, 2011.

For more information visit the City’s website at www.terrace.ca and go to QUICKLINKS, Legal & Notices or contact Heather Nunn, Corporate Administrator, at 250-638-4722 or via e-mail at hnunn@terrace.ca Heather Nunn, Corporate Administrator

Buying or Selling?

Call...

Sheila LOVE And if that doesn’t wow you, the view willl. It has one of the best views in Terrace and as a bonus, the house has character and charm. Old oak oors, ďŹ nished bsmt, 4 bdrms, 3 baths.

Duplex / 4 Plex 1BDRM Close to hospital. Include utilities.

Furnished. $500/month. (250)635-5380 2BDRM 5 appliances, close to Hospital. N/S, N/P. $650/mo. + utilities. (250)635-5380 4PLEX: taking applications for a clean, quiet, renovated 2 bdrm, 5 appliances. Adult oriented, $960 + utilities,no smoking, no pets, two ref’s required. Ph 250-615-7543

LAZELLE AVE OFFICE BUILDING

Located in downtown core area of Terrace.

Approx. 2700 Sq. Ft. lower and 1,800 Sq. Ft. upper oor available.

Contact: 250-635-4925

Only 17.50 Per week (Based on a 13 week contract) ON THE LEVEL CONTRACTING WJ. GRIFFITHS

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17.50 a week

FOR a minimum of 13 WEEKS

Please call for more info

638-7283 RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL GARAGE DOORS Overhead Door Specialist Window & Glass Replacement

FOR a minimum of 13 WEEKS

STRAIGHT UP DOORS

Please call for more info

250.615.6570 or 250.635.7927 straightupdoors1@yahoo.ca

638-7283

$399,900 10 ACRES OF PRIVACY

Cozy home with wall to wall windows in the living rm, 2 baths, updated ooring and attached garage. Only 10 mins. from town and yet close to ďŹ shing, hiking and lots of trails.

$212,500

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P.O. Box 217, Stewart, B.C.

APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bedroom Units

Feed & Hay

Cashier Training Jan 22 (Sa)

Apt/Condo for Rent

OVER 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

638-1400 or 638-6911

RE/MAX COAST MOUNTAINS

NEW LISTINGS #95 3616 LARCH

- Beautifully updated mobile offering open oor plan , 1050 sq. ft. , 2 bedroms, seperate familyroom with ďŹ replace plus 2 covered decks and detached shop/storage

$64,900 MLS 5133 WOODLAND PARK DR. -- enjoy the best of both worlds - acerage with convenience to town - 6 acres with a cozy country home offering 2800 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, new large deck off kitchen plus covered veranda at the front - also provides 200 amp service for outside use - conveniently located within a few miles of downtown.

$296,000 MLS 4718 WALSH

- Great size family home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, basement is plumbed for a suite - a few updates will provide good future value. Central Hoseshoe location within a few blocks to schools and shopping.

$188,000 MLS COAST MOUNTAINS

Laurie Forbes

250-638-1400 or 250-615-7782 (cell)

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Mobile Homes & Pads

Duplex / 4 Plex TERRACE recently renovated 2/3 bedroom, 2 bath duplex.

Close to downtown. hardwood and ceramic tile. Suitable for working couple $1000 per month.

References, credit check required. 250-635-3466 terry_laurie@telus.net

2BDRM Mobile in Timberland.

New ooring/paint, 4 skylights.

N/S, N/P. Ref’s + d.d. req’d. $700/mo. (250)635-7411

Homes for Rent

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3+1 bedrm house on bench, F/S, W/D hookup, N/S, N/P, exc. ref’s req’d, $1150/mo (250)638-8639

Real Estate

Real Estate

TERRACE

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RICK GETS RESULTS!

$114,900 MLS Just Starting Out? Cute as a button house! Large Private Yard!

$214,900 MLS 20 Acre Farm, Outbuildings, Fantastic Soil, Self SufďŹ cient Living!

PRICE

NEW $159,900 MLS

$219,900 MLS

Large Family Home, Large City Lot, Ready For The Handyman to Add Some Dazzle!

Recent Reno’s, Exclusive Location, Large Yard, Great Mountain Views

STING

LI NEW $164,900 MLS

$309,900 MLS

Super Buy! Central Location, Many Upgrades!

Buy Me Now!

Top Condition Throughout, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Best Cul-de-sac in Terrace!

Rick McDaniel

250-638-1400 250-615-1558

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Homes for Rent

Homes for Rent

1,300 sq. ft home, top oor. 3 bedr, 2 bath. F/S, Laundry room, near schools, fenced yard, N/S, N/P. Heat, hydro incl. Avail. immediately 250638-2893 to view.

2 BDRM home in Horseshoe, quiet working persons only. $875/mo + utilities. Includes 5 appliances, must have ref’s and D.D. Avl Jan 1.1 (250)615-5589 3 big bedrooms upstairs, right in town, W/D, electric heat, $900/mo. avail. Feb.1st. Call after 4:00p.m. (250)638-8759 4 BEDR. 2 1/2 bath house for rent, on Bench, quiet dead end road. Lg. shop, lg. yard, N/S, N/P ref. req. 1,200/mo. 250635-5411 5240 Mountain Vista Dr., new home, N/P, N/S, $1200/mo, 5 appliances, avail Feb 1, (250) 638-0161

For Rent in Thornhill clean well maintained 2 bedroom house in quiet Adult Orientated Complex. S/F/W/D window covering and yard work included. Suitable for 2 people No parties, pets or Smokers. $625.00/month plus Sec Dep. 250 635 7467 for apt to view.

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Real Estate

Real Estate

Sangster building for lease.

4614 Gregg Ave. Terrace, 2000sq feet, air cond. Rent $1200m. Call (250)635-9797 or (250)632-7502 Kitimat SMALL OFFICE SPACE (356 SF) High trafďŹ c area. $489.50 per month, plus HST Call John @ 250-638-7001

HOUSE for sale or rent. Rent $700/month, 2bdrm, full bsmnt, lrg yard, partly furnished, F/S. Gold Plated ref req’’d & D.D. N/P. Avail. Immediately. 250-635-4531 leave message or try 250-638-7157

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Newly renovated, 5 bedrm, elec. heat & water,shed, green house, next to Kildala school (Kitimat), 5 appliances, ref’s req’d, $850/mo 250-615-0328 TERRACE

1.800.321.1433

www.jointsinmotion.ca

Real Estate

LOOKING TO rent out the remaining 2 spacious bedrooms in my house to professional, mature people. This is a 3200 ft. executive house that will remain furnished with leather couches and chairs in the living room, couch and love seat in the tv room, 8 person dining room table and chair set, stainless steel appliances, front loader washer and dryer and a large gym complete with a free weight/cardio section.

This is an open concept house that has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. This house is located on the bench with a back yard that connects to Terrace mountain trail. Included will be wireless internet and HD satellite/50� plasma. Bedroom is $525 and basement suite is $575. Available March 1st. For more information call 250-565-5098 or email me at mrlinteris@hotmail.com

3521 Cottonwood Crescent Large 4 Bedroom family home with many updates $217,500 MLS

3989 Sande Ave

4936 Medeek Ave

Immaculate 4 Bedroom home completely updated and A1 condition $204,900 MLS

1 Acre park like property with 2 bay shop and 2-3 bedroom home ONLY $139,900 MLS

Mobile home with 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms and addition on large fenced lot $89,900 OFFER PENDING REDUCED TO $82,495 MLS

Mobile home with metal roof and room to spare inside. Bring an offer Now $110,900 MLS

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Motorcycles

DAVE MATERI 250-615-7225

627 sq.ft.

Retail/Sales 3234 Kalum St. Can also be used for ground level ofďŹ ce space

1,900 sq.ft. 4613 Park Avenue (across from Library)

Terrace, B.C - A Place to Call Home

Motorcycles

Motorcycles

2,990 sq. ft. Retail/Sales 4635 Lakelse Ave (between Dollar Store & TD Bank) Store front, ofďŹ ce, large storage area. Located in the heart of downtown.

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Terrace Bluebacks to host regionals THE TERRACE Bluebacks get set to host the Northwest Regional Championships.

It will be a three day event held at the Terrace Aquatic Centre, Jan. 28-30.

The Northwest Regionals are a type of swim meet that normally happen two to three times a year in the northwest, with Terrace usually hosting one in January.

Head swim coach Nesia Bare is expecting to see between 70-100 swimmers from five different clubs.

She said regional swim meets, as well as regular swim meets, are organized annually by the northwest swim club coaches.

“We try to have two or three a year,” Bare said, noting these regional meets are the big ones for northwest swim clubs, and also how swimmers qualify for provincials.

“It gets them ready for if they make AA, or AAA time for provincials,” Bare said.

The regionals are modeled after provincial swim meets to get swimmers used to the set up should they move on to the more competitive provincial setting.

Swimmers participating will not only be swimming

to beat their personal best times, but to place in the top six of their age category, which will move them on to swim in the finals to be held Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

So far the club has participated in two regular swim meets, one in Prince Rupert and, more recently, the club travelled to Smithers to participate in the first ever BV Otters Winter Bliss invitational swim meet.

“All of the kids had a lot of fun, they were excited and the atmosphere was good,” said Jason Ruchotzke, assistant swim coach, about the event.

The club sent eight swimmers to the event, and five of them came home with medals.

“Swim meets are just a lot of fun,” said Bethany Burnett, who went to the meet and has been a member of the Bluebacks for three years.

Overall, the Bluebacks placed third, coming in behind the Bulkley Valley Otters, who took second, and the Prince Rupert Rapids, who took first.

Enrolment for the club has increased since the ini-

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BLUEBACKS’ BRAYDEN Phillips takes to the pool during one of the swim club’s regular practices. tial start of the season in September, which had 12 children sign up.

“It’s awesome, we are at 28 kids now,” Bare said. “It’s increasing, so that’s huge.”

Bare has also been working on the creation of an adult masters program in Terrace.

It is a program that the club has had before but has since fallen to the wayside.

Currently the program has three members signed up and Bare is hoping to grow that number.

She recommends the adult masters program to

those not only interested in swimming, but for triathlon training purposes as well.

“It’s hard work and dedication, but most important is having fun,” said Bare.

Kitsumkalum bids on Games

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■ Terrace Peaks swing off invitational THAT’S SHANNON Schuster on the bars at the first day of competitions for the Terrace Peaks Invitational hosted at the Thornhill Community Centre Jan.14. The event is set to see 81 competitors in 12 different events over a two-day period.

KITSUMKALUM IS putting in a bid to host four sports in the 2012 North American Indigenous Sport Championships.

Lorna Brown is working with the Kitsumkalum band on the bid to host the basketball, soccer, canoeing and archery championships here, which would bring in approximately 1,586 coaches and athletes into the community that summer.

While Kitsumkalum would be the host community, Brown is hoping to partner with Terrace, Kitimat, and Northwest Community College for help with facilities and opening ceremonies.

“I think it’s a great opportunity to build on relationships between First Nations people and non-First Nations people, and .... a positive event that will tie our whole region together,” she said told Terrace city council Jan. 10.

This would also be a great way to encourage young people to live healthy lifestyles and prevent drug and alcohol use in youth, she said.

The sport championship is for youth 20 years of age and under for sports like badminton, baseball, golf, lacrosse, swimming, volleyball and wrestling.

Communities are able to bid on one or several sports, and the deadline for application is January 31, 2011. The host locations are selected through a competitive application process.

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Sports Menu THE TERRACE Skating Club is accepting registration for Tot Skate, Can Skate and Pre-Junior group lessons.

The lessons will start the last week of January and run through until midMarch.

People are encouraged to call Barb to register at (250) 635-9760 or visit www.TerraceSkatingClub.com online for registration forms and more information. The lessons are chance to learn to skate for fun, fitness and friendship. ◆

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THE TERRACE Midget Rep team on the bench during a recent tournament in Fort St. John.

Midget Reps take second THE TERRACE Midget Rep hockey team returned home with a second place finish after a tournament in Fort St. John Jan. 7-9.

The trip was a significant effort because of the distance travelled and poor driving conditions.

Game one was on Friday afternoon, and saw Terrace off to a great start with a spirited game against Prince George ending in a 4-3 Terrace win. Chris Allison had a great game, grabbing two goals, and Kyle Gray was in net.

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that day against Mackenzie. Terrace again got off to a great start and kept up pace for the game, taking a 7-0 victory in the end. Dawson Kluss was in net.

The next morning the team's first game was at 10 a.m. against home team of Fort St. John.

Terrace had a strong performance with another dominant win, this time 6-1.

The next game was against Dawson Creek.

The team seemed flat in this game, even though they had easily beaten Dawson Creek in the past. However, they

looked out the kitchen window yesterday morning and saw a mid sized bird perched on one of the barren limbs of my feral apple tree. I grabbed the binoculars off the coat rack to get a better look. A ruffed grouse, mottled brown and tan, puffed up against the cold, came into focus. The incident struck me as seasonally appropriate, the north coast equivalent of a partridge in a pear tree.

This was our second grouse this year.

The first did not fare as well as the apple tree bird. Shortly before the first snow fall, Cait and I were working in the kitchen, I on my laptop, trying to find the best move in one of my internet chess battles, she at the counter, baking, when we were startled by a loud thump against the back of the house.

What the...? said Cait.

The window, I said, pulling on my boots so that I could go out and investigate. When I found it, the grouse was stone dead, apparently killed upon impact with the smallest window in the back of the house, and, surprisingly, one that had a drawn curtain behind the glass. I could only assume that the poor bird was in the midst of a fright flight, fleeing some neighbourhood cat perhaps. I picked up its corpse by the tail feathers determined that its carcass should not go to waste.

Ooh, how can you pick that thing

hung on for a 3-2 win.

Terrace was at the top of the standings going into Sunday's final game, which was played at 9:30 in the morning.

Terrace was taking on Prince George again and this time ran into a bit more difficulty. Prince George came out strong with a 4-0 lead. Terrace tried to recover in the third period with two quick goals but penalty trouble got in the way and Prince George ended up taking the game, and the tournament win, 4-2.

Terrace ended up with the silver and Kyle

Gray was named the team star.

“I think the boys did well all weekend long,” said Zane Testawitch, head coach.

He said the highlight of the tournament was the opening game against Prince George.

“After the kids travelled two straight days on a bus that first game was really good to see the effort and dedication,” Testawitch said.

He stressed that all of the players on the team were equal contributors to their seasons success.

The team is set to host Kitimat this weekend.

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THE SNOW Valley Nordic Club hosted its 2011 open house Jan. 2 with great success.

More than 200 adults and children came to check out the trails at Onion Lake.

“It was awesome, everyone, we had a wonderful time,” said Liz Thorne, president for the club.

According to Thorne there were a lot of new faces at the open house,

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SHAMES MOUNTAIN has announced that it will not be offering a bus to and from the mountain this season. The decision comes from a declining participation in the program as well as a lack of sponsorship.

Athlete of the Month THE TERRACE Standard is asking for submissions for the next edition of the Athlete of the Month.

We’re looking for someone who shows true dedication to the sport, puts in that extra effort during and after practices, trains hard and most importantly, shows true passion and love for what he/she does.

This person doesn’t necessarily have to be the best player on the team or an all-star, simply a true athlete with a strong commitment to what he/she does.

If you know someone that fits that

up? asked Cait as she learn. Had Doug not watched me carry it off been in Courtney helpto my shop. ing his mom, I would If you’ve ever have called and offered plucked a chicken, him the breast of the plucking a grouse is poor bird so that even much the same. Grouse less of it would have feathers are ideal for gone to waste. imitating the legs of A few weeks prior to aquatic insects. The the grouse’s mishap, a Grouse and Green is varied thrush smacked a soft hackled fly that into one of the large has fooled trout for windows. I rushed out two centuries. When I hoping the bird was SKEENA ANGLER was through plucking, still alive. It was. I genI had a large zip locked tly scooped it up. The ROB BROWN freezer bag full of deliswamp robin looked up cate brown feathers of at me. As it did, I felt the all sizes, enough to tie warmth leave its body more soft hackled trout and saw the light in its flies than I would ever black eye go dim then need. disappear. A shiver of There, I said to Egan, sadness passed through our orange tom cat who had been sitting at- me as I marvelled at the bird’s delicate rustentively beside me on the fly tying bench set breast feathers and the geometry of its during the entire operation, is a bird that understated markings. did not die in vain.

These window crashes started me As I disposed of the naked body, I re- worrying. We added five large winmembered how Doug had said grouse were dows when we renovated our bungalow. really delicious. He made motions with his Did the newly created geometry of edges thumbs demonstrating how to remove a and light trick birds into believing they grouse breast. It was one of those opera- could fly straight through without mishap? tions you have to perform a few times to I made a pledge to stick some hawk silhou-

Backyard Birds

including families looking for a fun, inexpensive activity that can be done as a group.

Rentals for the event were supposed to cost $2, but ended up being given out for free.

There were a variety of instructors on hand, offering lessons as well as guided tours.

People were also welcome to venture out on their own, and children played in the snow in the stadium.

The club provided hot chocolate, apple cider, and coffee, as well as a variety of baked goods.

Thorne said the event was one of the friendliest she had been too, and resulted in a lot of memberships sold for the club.

bill, please send in your reason why you think he/she should be recognized as the Athlete of the Month in 50 words or less.

Please include your name and number and at least one other contact, either a coach or a fellow athlete. We will not accept self-nominations.

The deadline for submissions is February 16 by 4 p.m.

The selected athlete will be featured in our last issue of the month.

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ettes on the windows if one more bird immolated itself.

The strangest back yard avian encounter so far happened on a summer day before the end of the school term. I was working in the garden when I heard a piercing peep in the distance. As I continued to work, the peeping became more frequent and came closer. I looked up from my shovelling to see a duckling waddling across the grass peeping in forlorn desperation. I downed tools and attempted to catch the little fellow but before I could, it disappeared in the tall grass. Try as I might, I couldn’t see it. The peeping continued as the poor creature waddled deeper into the woods where it would surely be a meal for a martin, a raven, a hawk or a fox.

Did you lose a pet duck, MacKenzie? I asked the neighbour’s little girl, who was playing in the yard later that day.

No. Do you know anyone who did?

No, she said.

How that duckling got there remains a mystery.

Ravens bound for nesting grounds in the spring, Stellar’s jays year round, pieliated woodpeckers, flickers, juncoes, thrushes, chickadees, doves from Asia, and many other species besides, provide us with entertainment and remind us it’s good to live on the edge of the woods.

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2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE WITH STOW ’N GO®

• Stow ’n Go® 2nd row seats • 3rd Row Stow ’n Go® with tailgate seating • Side rails and crossbars • Floor console with cup holders • Body-colour door handles and body-side moulding

18,480 •

CUSTOMER

CHOICE FINANCING %†† $ @

BI-WEEKLY

131 5.99

FOR 60 MONTHS AND $0 DOWN

WITH THE OPTION TO RETURN AFTER 60 MONTHS

2010 Dodge Journey R/T AWD shown.§

AND RECEIVE A

NO-CHARGE DVD

$1,125 VALUE

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