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Dawson Creek’s Luke McCorkell on 2021 Variety Show of Hearts Telethon this week!

Ten year old Luke McCorkell of Dawson Creek will be showcased on this year’s Variety Show of Hearts Telethon - sharing the airwaves with sixteen time Grammy winner and Canadian David Foster, as well as American Idol alu-

mi, Pia Toscano, and Canadian rockers Loverboy. Luke is a 10 year old boy with a number of physical conditions due to West Syndrome. Because of this – Luke is confined to a wheelchair. continued on page A4

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FaithCorner DC Ministerial Association St James Presbyterian Contact: David Roch Church 250-782-0150 davidphyllisroch@gmail.com 11501 17 St, Dawson Creek

Alliance Church

Contact: 250-782-3837 Pastor: D. Cyril Marlatt Steven Roszmann, Youth Pastor dawsoncreekalliance.ca/ 9009 10 St. Dawson Creek

Bethel Pentecostal Church

Contact: Gordon Warriner 250-782-5885 Web: www.betheldc.ca 11501 17 St Dawson Creek

Dawson Creek Community Church

Contact: David Roch 250-782-0150 davidphyllisroch@gmail.com 1224 103 Ave, Dawson Creek

First Baptist Church

Our Sunday service is at 10:30 am year round. Live on our website. 1400-113 Ave. Dawson Creek 250-782 4792. In crisis, get a hold of Pastor Terry by appointment only. email: office@dcfirstbaptist.ca www.dcfirstbaptist.ca Contact: Pastor Terry Coe terry@dcfirstbaptist.ca

Family Foursquare Contact: Trevor Birak 250-784-8530 Trevor.Birak@gmail.com

Grace Lutheran Church Grace is a caring church community. We welcome all to worship and share our life in Christ’s love. 250-782-3624 Email : grace@pris.ca 11101 17 St Dawson Creek Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Grandview Chapel

Is a friendly church nestled on the hill in Dawson Creek grandviewchapel.ca Contact: Tony Vigar 250-782-4225 900 94 Ave Dawson Creek Sunday Meetings 10:30 am

Pastor Terry Hagen 250-782-4616/403-835-7235 houseofhagen@hotmail.com 1501-108 Ave. Dawson Creek Sunday Service: 10:00 am Mon-Thurs: 9:00 am-4:00 pm New Testament Studies Wednesdays: 7:00 pm Old Testament Studies Thursdays: 1:00 pm

St Marks Anglican Church Contact Rev. Don Thompson 250-782-2939 Email: stmarks@pris.ca and on Facebook 1029 103 Ave, Dawson Creek Sunday Service: 11:00 am Food Bank: with bag lunches Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am-1:00pm

South Peace Bible Missionary

Sunday Service: 10am & 7pm Wednesday Service: 7pm 250-786-5711 Pastor: Stephane Poulin 4911 48th Ave, Pouce Coupe

Apostolic Lighthouse

Service times: Sunday 2pm, Friday 7pm Website: www.dcnazarene.com Pastor Megan Polowski Email: dcnazarene@gmail.com Phone: 250-719-7425

South Peace United Church

Contact: Marilyn Carroll 250-782-2636 Web: www.neonet.bc.ca/ unitedchurchdawsoncreek/Spuc_ Home.html Email: spuc@neonet.bc.ca 11101 17 St Dawson Creek Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Salvation Army Church 250-782-4812 1436 104 Ave. Dawson Creek Church Service: Sundays 11:00 am

We meet to worship God, study the Bible, encourage and support each other, and work together to further God’s purposes in the world. Contact: Eileen Klassen 250-219-6375 northgate.a.f@gmail.com 1800 109 Ave, Dawson Creek Sunday Meetings 10:00 am

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 250-782-4921 Web: www.mormon.org/ 10901 13th St. Dawson Creek

Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Bible Study: 10:00 am Church Services: 11:00 am Contact: Church office 250-782-1710 9201-14th St. Dawson Creek Pastor: Michael McPherson

New Beginnings Baptist Church

A distinctive Christian church dedicated to learning, living and sharing the spiritual understanding of the Bible as revealed in books written by Emanuel Swedenborg. We worship the Lord, Jesus Christ as God Himself in Human form. We believe his whole word is a divine allegory with a spiritual sense. We also have a unique and extensive set of teachings about the life after death. Our motto “ All religion is of life, and the life of religion is to do what is good.” All are welcome to our services and other events. Please go to www.dawsoncreeknewchurch. ca for more info and the church newsletter. 250-782-8035 9013 8 St Dawson Creek Sunday Worship 11:00 am

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The Grizzly Valley Chapter is part of the national Gideons organization. Our mission is to share God’s Word with effective and engaging forms of Scripture. Reaching people everywhere with the Gospel through personal witness and partnership with the local church. Contacts: William “Bill” & Pauline Hendley, ph. 250-788-8177 (H) 250-788-6902 (C) Email: newtouch@pris.ca; Stanton & Charlotte Miller, ph: 250-782-3881 (H) Email: cemiller083@gmail.com

Pastor James Bridges Sunday Worship | 2PM Wednesday Bible Study | 7PM Watch our services online: Peace Mission Chapel facebook.com/alcdawson Contact: Pastor Lee Stevenson 250-219-1609 250-843-7506 apostoliclighthousedc@gmail.com Sunday Meetings 11:00 am 701-96A Ave, Dawson Creek Website: www.alcdawson.com

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Rolla Bible Baptist Church Pastor Bob Rempel 250-759-4540 Web: rollachurch.com Email: rolla@pris.ca Location: Rolla, BC at the corner of 400 Ave. and 403 St. Services: Sundays 10:30am

Baha’i Faith

An independent world religion founded by Bahá’u’lláh – (Glory of God) in 1844. He taught the oneness of humanity, the oneness of God, the oneness of religion. Devotional gatherings and study circles open to all. Contact : Dale Campbell 250-719-7427 (bahai.org)

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Hello again WI members, former members and friends. This week we would like to tell you of a few of our activities – before and after Covid-19! Many of you will remember the annual Night of Country Sounds, a musical variety show with local talent, hosted by Landry WI for 35 years with proceeds going to local children with health needs. This was an extremely popus welcome, lar and enjoyable evening of family entertainment. Many ppointment. contestants started their musical careers at one of these ADRIANNAevents. SALO, RD, DD Is it time to revive this kind of activity? Did you know that in the early 1900s, the Women’s Institutes in BC saw a need for specialist care for children in the province and raised mon-

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ey to start the first Children’s Hospital in Vancouver and they still support it today. Between 1979 and 1988, B C W I members raised $21,000 for the B C Children’s Hospital. Individual branches have always worked to improve health care, education, equality for women, home improvement, safety and nutrition. They furnished rooms in hospitals and care homes and raised money for many different causes. In these days of isolation, members are still working to support care homes, the women’s shelters, and the homeless. One branch filled Christmas bags for Rotary Manor and made afghans for a senior apartment. They support the food banks, Salvation Army, and make quilts for burned out families. Yes, they are busy ladies,

but meetings are not always work bees! They have interesting speakers, take part in competitions ADRIANNA SALO,in RD, DDmany areas such as art work, poetry, gardening, flower arranging, recipe exchanges, knitting, needle work, and many other interesting activities. The also have had birthday lunches and a lunch for all members of the Peace River District to celebrate Women’s Institute Week each February. I feel sure these activities will be resumed when gatherings are again being allowed. Some of the branches and districts are having Zoom meetings which is a great way to keep in touch with other members.

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Natasha Cortes - champion of local businesses, and owners Natasha Cortes is a longtime business owner and store-owner in town, and is a great champion of the women in Dawson Creek. Recently, she made a couple posts on her personal Facebook page, highlighting more than 130 women in Dawson Creek who are heavily involved in the community in some way.

be one of those things that’s not so appreciated, you do a lot of work, you feel taxed, and sometimes you don’t feel appreciated enough.”

McCorkell on 2021 Variety Show of Hearts Telethon this week!

“I’ve lived all over, in bigger cities and smaller ones, but you can’t go anywhere to get the support you do in our community.”

“I wanted to post something to highlight these business-women, there’s incredible talent. Dawson Creek is a hidden gem. I got great feedback, people thanked me, and I encouraged others to do the same.” On businesswomen in Dawson Creek : “Sometime it amazes me, I was just looking through the women we have, we have incredible business-women, and have awesome boss-babes. Owning a business can

Notice of Intent to Consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2368, 2021

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continued from our front As he gets older he is heavier – we used to carry him everywhere,” says mom Dixie. First a wheelchair – then in November – an early Christmas present. Variety provided the McCorkell family with a Sunshine Family Van to help mom and dad Mark and Dixie safely move Luke around easier. \“A lot of people have gone out of their way for Luke,” adds Dixie. “Some days used to be quite a task.” Donnie Gordon with Variety says once they heard about Luke, they wanted to help in any way they can. He adds all monies raised in Dawson Creek and areas will stay in the area. “To help local families who have children living with special needs.” Mom says Luke used to do therapy at the pool 2/3 times a week. “He still does walking track couple times a week.” Luke will be featured Feb. 20 on the 55th annual Variety Show of Hearts Telethon. editor@dcdn.ca

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Parents warned of lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in hospital, potentially at DC school Northern Health says students and staff at Tremblay Elementary School may have been in contact with a lab-confirmed case of COVID-19 on February 2. “In this circumstance, the safety plan was followed precisely - and because of this, the risk of additional cases is very low,” says SD 59 officials. “Please be reassured that our schools will continue to implement the strict protocols and procedures we have in place so that children can continue to attend school as safely as possible.” Northern Health has asked that students and staff monitor for symptoms until February 16, 2021 midnight (which is 14 days from the last date of possible contact with the confirmed

case). Northern Health Medical Health Officers have declared a COVID-19 outbreak on the Medical Inpatient Unit at Dawson Creek & District Hospital (DCDH). The news comes following lab-confirmed cases among patients on the unit. At the time of the outbreak declaration, testing has identified nine patients who have tested positive for COVID-19. Monitoring and testing is underway to identify any additional cases. Enhanced outbreak control measures are in place at DCDH. For any COVID-19 related questions, please contact the Northern Health Online Clinic at 1-844-645-7811. editor@dcdn.ca

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Those missing the camaraderie of an ice ﬁshing derby and the challenge of competition can mark the Shake Off The Blues ice ﬁshing tournament on their calendars. Organized by Anglers Atlas and sponsored by Northern B.C. MLA’s, including Mike Bernier and Dan Davies, the tournament will take place virtually across the province from February 13 to March 7. SUMMeR

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A forest-focused conservation group in northern BC has released both the first provincewide cumulative impacts map and the first visual account of our last remaining old growth forests. “They are the first tools of their kind made by the public for the public,” explains Conservation North’s outreach coordinator Jenn Matthews. “The cumulative impacts of industrial forestry and other forms of land conversion, such as agriculture and road development, have never been displayed for public view before now, despite the fact that the vast majority are occurring on public lands.” This interactive mapping project, dubbed Seeing Red<https:// consnorth.maps.arcgis.com/apps/ webappviewer/index.html?id=d 1620f43f9084a99a4921e5e8b9b98 dd>, shows where there are opportunities to conserve primary forests, as well as where management for restoration and/or production of wood products are a better option. Both maps were created using data from the provincial and federal governments. According to Matthews, the group “wanted to show what has actually happened in those forests that most of us can’t see.”

Primary forests, forests that have never been disturbed by industry and where natural processes dominate, are threatened across the province by both industrial logging and a burgeoning bioenergy industry. Lower productivity forests, once ignored by the timber industry, are now targeted for biofuels (e.g., pellets). All natural forests are very important for wildlife, but many, particularly those impacted by fire or insects, are undervalued by industry and government, who refer to them as ‘waste or ‘inferior<to justify turning them into bioenergy and pulp. “Insects and fire are an important part of the ecology of our last natural forests, and they survive and even thrive in the aftermath of these natural events,” says Jenn Matthews. According to Conservation North director Michelle Connolly, “The mandate to address climate change is easily gamed, and forests have been on the losing side because of spin doctoring by corporate special interests. Bioenergy from natural forests is even being sold by the Chief Forester as a climate solution. The scientific research does not agree; primary forests are in fact carbon assets

whose greatest climate value is realized when they are left standing.” “At this point, it’s anachronistic to be touching primary forests at all, when so much of BC’s forest land has been converted,” explains Sean O’Rourke, referring to the large swaths of red on the Seeing Red map. The map is free and accessible to all, and the group will maintain and update it for as long as they can pay the ESRI fees. editor@dcdn.ca

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KHALIQ: If not now, then when? Amna Khaliq Columnist The younger you are, the more failure you expect. And less care you do of what people will think. In fact, the best thing is you are attempting to learn those things that you have not learned or accomplished before. So they should get a ‘toddler status.’ It is not about you. It is not that you are a loser. It is not that you are not trying hard. As Rachel Hollis says that it is not that you are not enough to cross the finish line; it is just you have not figured out how to run this particular race yet. Stop being hard on yourself and comparing yourself with someone’s wins. Stop comparing your beginning with their middles. All you can do is focus on what is

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under your control and work hard on that on any stage or season of your life. Stop being emotional but be factual. Someone else’s opinion of how you are doing, the way you are doing or what you are doing is none of your business. They are not part of your journey. You are a master of your game. The most matter is what you think of you. It means no one is going to give to you. You must be willing to work hard for it, whatever it is, or whatever you want. But you can know it can be yours putting it all the effort and going extra miles. It is a catch-22. Work-life balance is a myth. Work and personal life always struggle with each other for a time. Because you need to give your 120 percent full attention to something to be successful, it is not a matter of right or wrong, or black and white. It is how life works. It is a lifelong

process. The scale is never in balance. The pendulum continuously moves back and forth. The most crucial part is that you must be on peace with yourself all the time during this struggle. You are known by your goals does not matter you achieve them or not, but you got the willingness to admit to those things and asking for help. Surround yourself with people who are ten years ahead of you in the same areas you want to improve. Failure is part of life, and life means you are living. It means you are genuinely trying. It means you have dreams. Let people watch you fail. Dust yourself and again and again, keep going. Be patient with the time because time will pass does not matter what. In the end, it is how your train your mind and thoughts.

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Canadians Deserve Answers About Vaccines

“When will I be able to get the vaccine?” I know that is THE question that has been on a lot of people’s minds as we pass the oneyear mark since the first case of COVID-19 was detected in Canada. Canadians have been patient and resilient throughout the course of the pandemic, but I know that for many, patience is running out. The lockdowns and restrictions that were put in place early in the pandemic were supposed to buy governments time to get permanent solutions like

vaccines, rapid testing, variant testing capacity, and therapeutics – these tools now exist. The problem is, the Prime Minister hasn’t succeeded in bringing them to widespread use in Canada. Instead, Canada’s daily vaccination rate is the lowest in the G7 and panic and confusion continues to surround the Liberals’ new hastily conceived travel restrictions. Recently, the Liberals announced that Novavax will produce its COVID-19 vaccine at a still-under-construction facility in Montreal. While the Prime Minister initially said that the facility could be ready to produce shots by as “early as this summer”, Innovation Minister François-Philippe Champagne later clarified that the earliest possible production start date is likely “at the end of this year”. This means we will have zero vaccines manufactured in Canada before the Liberals’ self-imposed September deadline to have enough vaccines for every Canadian who wants one. Instead, for the rest of 2021, Canada’s vaccine rollout will be

completely at the whims of foreign countries and companies. Unfortunately, it seems like every day there is news of cancelled deliveries or delays on shipments. We need the government to succeed in securing vaccines for the sake of all Canadians – but the Prime Minister continues to let us down. We cannot secure jobs, we cannot secure our economy, we cannot secure the future until any Canadian who wants to get vaccinated can. By now, Canadians should know when things are going to get better. Instead, the Liberals keep asking Canadians to sacrifice more without being clear about when restrictions can be eased. You deserve better than this. That is why my Conservative colleagues and I will continue to call on the Liberals to give Canadians a clear plan and the information they deserve. Bob Zimmer Member of Parliament Prince George-Peace RiverNorthern Rockies

Claudette Huber metaphysics and more Claudette Huber has lived all over the Peace Region — five different towns to be exact — and has made a home in Dawson Creek running a metaphysical store. She has a passion for offering something new and alternative to the community, and has an engaging vision for the downtown core. “We want to be that soft place, where people can come and be themselves, and escape that corporate, cardboard sterile kind of environment where nobody really connects with you,” Huber said. “Dawson Creek is the centre, the hub of the Peace Region, and we need to start thinking like it. I want to see an old-town, downtown kind of feel, and I hope the look of our shop triggers other places in the community to do something similar. How can we become more of a com-

munity, and look even more prettier than it already does?” On advice for women looking to start a business: “It’s a lot tougher being a women in business, but if you put the hours into it and have the dream to build it, you can do it. I tell people if you believe in something you go for it, and don’t begrudge any assistance along the way or think you’re less-than because you had help.” “Make sure you have a great plan, and do your research ahead of time.”

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Jannah Kohlman organization and opportunities Jannah Kohlman is a part-time single mom of two, and is the executive director of the Nawican Friendship Centre. She also has a bookkeeping business. She came on board with Nawican in December, 2017, and became the executive director in December, 2019.

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Recently, the Nawican Friendship Centre also opened the Nawican Bergeron Youth and Cultural Centre. Kohlman is excited about the possibilities of what can happen with the centre, in reaching youth in the city, and is looking for more community involvement from people who want to help out and be a part of positive change. On the women running organizations in Dawson Creek : “There are a lot of organizations run by women in this community, its really amazing to see us all come together and be open to work together. When you get a lot of strong, opinionated, passionate people, women or men, you’ll get differences of opinion, but the people in this town are really great to work with, people who are confident and secure in themselves.”

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“The organization does amazing things and serves awesome clients, and I love seeing the change it makes in peoples lives. A lot of us, myself included, we just see people on the side of the street, and don’t even give two thoughts about them, because we don’t know their story. When you start to get to know these people, if I had to go through what they did, I realize I would be where they are too, you cant judge. It sucks you in, this line of work. It’s very demanding, very busy, and frustrating, but seeing that change it can make in peoples’ lives is worthwhile.”

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A member of Saulteau First Nation, she didn’t grow up with the traditions or customs of her Indigenous heritage, and jumped at the opportunity to help with Nawican and reconnect with her heritage that way. During the pandemic, the Friendship Centre has gone from serving 40 to 60 meals a day three times a week at its soup kitchen to serving between 100 and 150 meals a day Monday through Saturday, with another 50-plus deliveries a day.

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Calving season is officially here for 2021 and with it comes the joy of new birth as well as the challenges of potentially difficult calving’s and prolapses. In this article I’m going to go through a few tips for when intervention is required and what to do if you need to assist. The majority of cows will deliver their calf on their own in a short period of time. However, when the first stage of labor has been going on for more than 6 hours, i.e. the cow is restless, showing maternal behavior or tail kinked sideways it could mean that she has a uterine torsion, or a breech calf (only the bum is presenting) in which case no feet will show from the vulva and you should call your vet. Stage two labour is defined as the first appearance of the water bag, to when the calf is delivered. In a normal cow this usually occurs within 2 hours – if no progress has occurred in this time frame, she should be examined. At this point ideally one puts the cow in a maternity pen or squeeze to work on safely. Be patient and careful when handling cattle during labour. Even the nicest cow on a normal day can turn aggressive when she is moved; hormones are sky rocketing and she is uncomfortable. Once the cow is restrained wash her vulva with soap and warm water then put on long

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obstetrical gloves. Enter the vulva and advance to where you feel the calf. Normally, you will find 2 front legs and a head. You can put calving chains on both front legs and remember to place the first loop above the calf’s fetlock (ankle joint), then make a half hitch in the chain and place it below the fetlock. This will reduce the risk of fracturing the calf’s leg when you are pulling. When deciding how hard to pull use the 275 lbs. rule of thumb (when the cervix is completely dilated). 275lbs is roughly the pulling capacity of one large strong person, or two smaller people. You should be able to pull the calf’s shoulders into the pelvis by hand. The knees should be visible, without slipping back in once you have let the tension go. If you achieve this you should be able to pull the calf by hand or with a calf jack. Being a smaller person myself, I find the use of calf jack incredibly helpful but use it carefully and with respect. When pulling the calf don’t rush, pull when the cow pushes. If the calf is coming normal presentation and you cannot engage it this far or the legs are crossed and the head will not engage into the pelvis a C-section will likely be required. If the calf gets hip locked when it is three quarters of the way out try rotating the calf in order to give you a bit more space between the calf’s pelvis and the cow’s pelvis. If the calf is quite dry or tight apply lubricant around the calf to allow it to slide easier. Tangled legs may also happen with twins or a weirdly positioned calf so try and identify if you have front or back legs and make sure they are from the same animal before you start pulling. Once the calf is out; if it’s been a tough pull and is having difficulty breathing put it in calf recovery position (upright on its chest (sternal) with its hind legs tucked up underneath it). You can stimulate it by tickling its nose with straw and vigorously rubbing it. Check the cow does not have a twin inside (even if it has a large calf always check) – with clean gloves and also make sure the cow has colostrum in her udder. With a difficult calving – calves often are a bit slower to get up and suck therefore tubing them with a some commercial colostrum or milking out the cow and tubing/bottle feeding for the first feeding is a good idea. Occasionally a cow will prolapse their uterus post calving typically following a difficult calving though it can happen when they calve on a downward slope or if they are an overweight/unfit cow. A uterine prolapse will only happen post calving in comparison to a vaginal prolapse that will most commonly happen before calving. The uterus appears as a large fleshy red mass with the buttons (or cotelydons) attached to the outside. It is very important not to move the cow very much after this happens since movement will often result in tearing of the tissue or the uterine artery. Call the vet out to your farm rather than hauling into the clinic for these cases. If the uterus can be replaced quickly and it is not damaged most cows will have a good prognosis. Delivering calves can be a very rewarding experience and your intervention can often save lives. Stock your calving supplies before the season starts, keep your barn/handling facility clean and be ready to assist. Have you vet’s phone number handy and keep your trailer ready/cleared out of the snow bank. We are very happy to assist you with your calving needs but can help out more producers/get to your calving sooner if you have the ability to haul into our clean/well lite and heated facility. May new life be abundant and the joy of seeing a new calf try its legs out for the first time never cease to amaze you! Wishing you all the very best for a safe and prosperous calving season!

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Tammy Schmidt - keeping healthy with new ideas Tammy Schmidt owns a gym in Dawson Creek, and has since 2010. She was going through some changes in her career, and was ready for a new challenge. She especially liked the direction the gym was heading in. “Rather than taking the historical route of catering strictly to body building enthusiasts, the gym had a refreshingly comfortable and welcoming feel that any ordinary person wishing to promote their health could feel at home in. It felt different and exciting. I could see an opportunity here to put my skills to work and, at the same time, try out new ideas and become an important part of the community.” On her role models in Dawson Creek : “Dawson Creek has a solid foundation of support and opportunities for a woman to succeed in the business world. Kathleen Connolly, with the Chamber of Commerce, has been a role model and support of mine for many years. Her passion for helping our community especially during the pandemic has given me the inspiration needed to get through this uncertain time.”

“There is also an incredible group of local businesswomen and entrepreneurs in our town. This is where most of my support has been found. Building relationships, working together and being there for each other has allowed me to grow personally on so many levels. It’s nice to have someone to collaborate with, who understands your struggles, is there to cheer you on and truly wants to see you and your business thrive. I feel blessed to be a part of this community that’s full of powerful, hard working woman who are making their dreams come true in a variety of businesses.”

City to close Kin arena With usage only at about a seven percent increase with a second arena open, Dawson Creek city council made the decision this morning to close the Kin Arena. The decision was made this morning at the City of Dawson Creek’s regular council meeting - currently being held. The facility will be closed this weekend. In October 2020, President of Dawson Creek Minor Hockey Aaron Bull presented at city council Monday to plead on behalf of 250 hockey players and their families. “We feel that in the North there is not a ton to do in the winter time,” said Bull, noting registration was down from 292 at the beginning of the season to 250 now.” Minor hockey also wrote a letter to council calling for the Kin to be opened. “We feel there will be a lot of children that will not get to participate in these sports, and people who have withdrawn because the value of what they are receiving has decreased. editor@dcdn.ca

NWJHL season over For the second straight year, there will be no NWJHL champion, and nobody to lift the Senators Cup. The NWJHL, along with all junior and senior leagues part of Hockey Alberta, made the decision to end the 2020-21 regular season. The decision came following a meeting between league representatives and Hockey Alberta on Feb. 8. “The NWJHL including all six teams, though saddened by this news,

remains focused and will wait for the AHS restrictions to be lifted in order to get back to on-ice development and exhibition games to put a proper end to a dismal season,” the league said in a statement. “The NWJHL would like to express its appreciation to all the teams for hanging in there and remaining positive throughout all this.” editor@dcdn.ca

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Don’t forget - what would YOU rename the Dawson Creek Co-operative Union? One hundred years and time for a change. Name change, that is. The Dawson Creek Co-op was founded in 1921 and with locations in Mile Zero, Tumbler Ridge, Chetwynd and Rolla the search is on for a more inclusive name. “We are fortunate to serve the communities we are a part of and want to represent where we have come from to where we are now.” The Co-op is asking members and customers alike to come up with a new name.

“Dawson + Rolla + Chetwynd + Tumbler Ridge = _________________ Co-op?” The organization is asking the public four questions on their website at www.dawsonco-op.crs

Suspicious male trying to enter Dawson home Dawson Creek RCMP are warning of a suspicious incident . “The caller informed that at approximately noon on that day, a male knocked at her door claiming to work for a gas company while making a request to inspect her furnace. The male did not have ID so was refused entry. The gas company later confirmed that they did not have anyone in the area at the time,” say RCMP.

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Owners of properties located in these services areas are able to view the roll at the Regional District offices in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John. The purpose of the parcel tax roll review is to ensure information is correct for billing of property taxes for 2021. Property owners may request a correction to the parcel tax roll for their own property and only for the following reasons: a) there is an error or omission respecting a name or address on the tax roll; b) there is an error or omission respecting the inclusion of a parcel; c) there is an error or omission respecting the taxable area or the frontage of a parcel; d) an exemption has been improperly allowed or disallowed. Parcel tax rolls are available for inspection at the Regional District offices in Dawson Creek and Fort St John during normal working hours (8:30 am – noon, 1:00 – 4:30 pm). 1981 Alaska Avenue, 9505 – 100th Street, Dawson Creek, BC Fort St. John, BC In order for a request to be considered by the panel, it must be in writing and submitted by 12:30 p.m., on February 23, 2021. Please email your complaint to the Chief Financial Officer at prrd.dc@prrd.bc.ca or mail to Box 810, Dawson Creek, BC. V1G 4H8 Telephone inquiries should be directed to Teri Vetter, Chief Financial Officer at (250) 784.3219 or Toll Free at 1.800.670.7773.

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B&E in progress call leads to foot chase, and pair charged Two men face a series of charges after Dawson Creek RCMP responded to B&E in progress. Mark Roth and Jared Holland both face charges of breaking and enter, mischief, and possession of counterfeit money after RCMP were dispatched to a Dawson Creek business in the early morning hours of February 7. When on-duty security guards and responding RCMP officers were directed to the last known location of suspects a foot-chase ensued, with officers chasing after one suspect, finally catching him after several blocks at which time he was arrested. Police Service Dog -Hammer-, and partner Cst. Qualstrom were called on scene. Hammer successfully tracked the second male and within minutes located him hiding nearby, at which time he was also arrested. Investigation determined that the suspects had cut a hole in chain link fencing, through which they gained access to the business property. Roth, 45, faces charges of break and enter, mischief, and possession of counterfei money, while Holland 28, faces the same plus and additional charge of possession of break-in tools. The pair appeared before a DC court on February 8. editor@dcdn.ca

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Rob Brown Managing Editor When I connect with GOMACK family – they are collectively prepping to get animals ready for next month’s Bull sale at Vold Jones Vold in Dawson Creek. “We are getting the bulls ready for March’s Bull sale at Dawson Creek,” says Tawnya Gough, Kenny’s daughter. Scott and Tawnya’s children represent the fourth generation of Mackenzies. But before we look forward with Gomack, we have to go back. In 1962 the Mackenzie Brothers sensed a change was needed in their cattle operation, as a result, we purchased the first Registered Red Angus Herd in Canada and I purchased additional females as well,” says Kenny Mackenzie to the Northern Horizon. From 1962 to 1968 the Canadian Angus Association would not recognize Red Angus Cattle to register so their cattle were registered with American Red Angus Association (USA). In 1968 was a big step forward in history when the Canadian Angus Association opened their books to register the Red Angus Cattle. “During this same time frame, my brother Rodney took our cattle to the shows, where I would meet up with him to help after teaching school. It was very difficult showing because the Red Angus Cattle were not accepted yet. My brother Rodney had a special something about him –he did the best he could to win—and we did! “We pulled through coming up on top winning Grand and Reserve Championships putting Red Angus Cattle in the limelight,” he adds. “Rodney was willing to help other breeders if they

needed help and did many more things to help that were unseen by others. Soon it became a “family” of showing, everyone looking out for each other.” In 1971 was the First Production Sale of Registered Red Angus Cattle in Canada at our Ranch in Mountain View, Alberta. Prior to 1971, I sold a bull calf to Cuba. “In 1972 I went to Mobile, Alabama, to purchase cattle for the Mackenzie Brothers-- a total of 35 head. I also have purchased cattle in Texas, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia. We’ve been pretty much everywhere there was a Red Angus,” Mackenzie says: “If we heard about a red animal, we went to check it out.” At the Canadian Red Round Up in 1977, Ken was presented a plaque for the Highest Selling Female award. “Our Daughter, Kansie Kae, was crowned as the Canadian Angus Queen in 1981.” In 1998 the Mackenzie family was awarded the Alberta Century Farm and Ranch award for 100 years of family ranching on the Mackenzie homestead. Mackenzie has received many awards along with his brothers such as: an award presented by the Red Angus Association of America in 1979 for the Annual Pioneer Breeder Award; also awarded the 50 most influential breeders award by the American Red Angus Association; Honorary Presidents award by the Canadian Angus Ass. in 2004; again in 2006 the Alberta Angus Hall of Fame inductee award; then in 2017, 50 years of membership in Canadian Angus Association, to which he has a lifelong membership. “After my brother Rodney passed away, my showing days slowed down, until our sons were old enough to help. They both completed the 4-H Program, bringing home Grand

and Reserve champion banners with our Red Angus Cattle. Then Showing cattle continued on into our Grandchildren, traveling from fair to fair, and also completing the 4-H program, bringing home Grand and Reserve champion banners. I am very proud of them all, they achieve more than just winning, they developed traits of their Great / Uncle Rodney being a “Family” of showing,” says Mackenzie. The “Family showing” continued on with my Mackenzie Red Angus herd. In 2009 we received Bronze medalist at the Worlds Angus Forum and Supreme Grand Champion at the BC Angus Gold show, with our 50T bull. We have won many awards, ribbons, and banners with our cattle over the years.

But I think the high light of my showing was winning the Supreme Grand Champion Bull. The herd was later transferred to his daughter, Tawnya Gough- Mackenzie, and her family- Scott, Braydon and Kaily Gough, with their registered herd established in 2008 as: GOMACK Red Angus. “Now in 2021, I am celebrating 50 years of the longest Annual Registered Red Angus Bull sale. Many times, you will hear me being quoted ‘Cattle have always been a big part of my life, and will continue to be to my last day, they have never hurt me’,” adds Kenny. Next week, looking forward with GoMack! editor@dcdn.ca

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In Loving Memory of Leona Fitch November 16, 1933-January 23, 2021 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leona Fitch, longtime resident of Dawson Creek, British Columbia, on Saturday, January 23, 2021 at the age of 87 years. Leona is lovingly remembered by her children Johnny (Tish) Mowatt, Monty (Debbie) Mowatt, Rio (Liz) Fitch, Naomi (Ron) Bassett, Reno (Kate) Fitch, and Nova (Robert) Sturt; her stepchildren Caroline Beadle, Dave (Debbie) Fitch and Lefty (Lourdes) Fitch; 29 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. A memorial service for Leona was held over Zoom on February 6, 2021, and officiated by Mike Broadway and prepared by Saige and Jada Sturt.

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Terry Seaby 1942 – 2021

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Terrance “Terry” John Seaby, a resident of Dawson Creek, British Columbia on January 27, 2021 at the age of 78 years. He was born August 2, 1942 in Stettler, Alberta to parents Ken and Margaret Seaby. Terry married Sharon Lefferson in 1968, and they had four sons: John, Shane, Christopher, and David. He worked in construction for most of his life, and enjoyed going to church. His boys were always there for him in life, and he will be greatly missed. Terry is predeceased by his sisters Patty Zelinski and Laura Campbell. He is survived his wife Sharon, sons John, Shane (Kathy), Christopher, and David (Kelti); grandchildren McKenna (Brent) Delesky, Kaiden Seaby, Madi Seaby, Janna Seaby, and Emily Seaby; siblings Kathy Walker, Doug Seaby, Maureen (John) Seymore, Ian Seaby (Gwen Gordichuk), and Brian (Cindy) Seaby; siblings-in-law Eva Regner, Leona Sipma, Chris (Lois) Lefferson, Janet Moore, Jean (Rocky) Fields, Sandra (Wayne) James. and Dan (Susie) Lefferson; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. A Celebration of Terry’s life will be held at a later date. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in Terry’s memory to the charity of your choice.

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Pauline Stoski • 1938 ~ 2021 Pauline Stoski, a resident of Pouce Coupe, BC passed away at the age of 82 years, on February 7, 2021 in Dawson Creek BC at the Rotary Manor Retirement Care Home. Pauline Stoski was born to Steve and Katie Tureski on November 28, 1938 in Sturgis, Saskatchewan. Pauline was the 2nd oldest of 10 children. She was predeceased by her parents Steve and Katie Tureski, and siblings Peter and Marie; and survived by sisters Rosemarie, Ethel, Lillian, Carol, and Eileen; brothers William and Harry; and numerous nephews, nieces and friends.

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Pauline Stoski was predeceased by her husband Edward of 59 years. Pauline is survived by her 4 children Sharon (Brad) Dundas, Bernard (Tannis) Stoski, Susan (Kevin) Tobler, Shannon (Eldon) Weaver, as well as her grandsons Joshua, Eric, Jackson, Jameson, Bradon, Seth, and Nathaniel, and her granddaughter Michaela.

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Pauline had a passion for bowling, cooking, and family. She loved visiting the ocean, if only to sit on a log, and watch the waves for hours. She passed on to her children a love and fondness for all animals, big and small. Pauline (Mom, Baba) will be greatly missed by family and friends who knew and loved her. Memorial and Interment services will be scheduled for a later date. The family is especially grateful to the staff at Rotary Manor for their care and dedication given to Pauline during her stay with them. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in memory of Pauline to the Rotary Manor Resident Council Fund, 1121 90 Avenue, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 5A3.

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As required by Section 26 of the Community Charter, the City of Dawson Creek provides notice that it intends to lease approximately 1000 sq.ft located within the Dawson Creek Airport Terminal, 64 Vic Turner Airport Road for the purpose of operating a restaurant. The lessee is Don’s Dinner at a cost of $550 per month plus 5% profit share in 2021, 10% profit share in 2022, and no profit share in 2023. Questions can be directed to Brenda Ginter, Director of Corporate Administration, P.O. Box 150, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4G4 or 250-784-3614. Brenda Ginter, Corporate Officer NOTICE OF PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR PROPOSED OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN & ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENTS TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held at 9:00 a.m., in Council Chambers, City Hall, Dawson Creek, B.C. on Monday, February 22, 2021. Any member of the public, who feels they may be affected by the proposed changes to the City of Dawson Creek Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 4343, 2018, and Zoning Bylaw No. 4450, 2020 may comment at that time or may submit comments in writing to agenda@dawsoncreek.ca for inclusion on the Public Hearing agenda no later than noon on Friday, February 19, 2021. The purpose of the OCP amendment is to amend the Schedule I, Natural Assets Map by replacing the existing floodplain with the new one and Schedule J, Development Permit Areas by replacing the Natural Hazards Development Permit Area with the new one. The zoning amendment would add a new Schedule C (Floodplain), Schedule D (Riparian Hazards) and Schedule E (Flood Construction Level) maps to the zoning bylaw. In addition, the zoning amendment would replace Section 5.3 (Flood Control Requirements) with new ones in relation to the new maps. New definitions relating to the floodplain would also be added. Finally, the zoning amendment would clarify the maximum combined floor area for accessory buildings and structures in residential zones. A copy of the proposed CITY OF DAWSON CREEK OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 4480, 2021 & ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 4481, 2021 may be seen between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays at City Hall, 10105 - 12A Street, Dawson Creek, BC. Questions regarding the amendments may be directed to the Watershed Coordinator at 250-782-1793. Brenda Ginter, Corporate Officer

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