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The City of Dawson Creek handed out their community awards last week congratulatons!
Dawson CO-OP Home Hardware M&M Meats No Frills/Loblaws Peace Country Toyota Peavey Mart Save-On-Foods Shopper’s Drug Mart Sobeys/Safeway The Brick WalMart
Youth of the Year sponsored by Dawson Creek Co-op, winner goes to - Addison Webb. Webb raised more than $3,000 after spending countless hours selling chocolates. In 2019 she cut her hair and donated it to wigs for cancer patients, and the lemonade stand she built this summer raised $1550 for Nawican Bergeron Youth and Culture Center in memory of lives lost and in Honour of Indian Residential School survivors.
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Entrepreneur of the Year sponsored by Community Futures, Winner goes to – Amanda Morgan (Amanda Morgan Planning & Design) Amanda Morgan owns and operates a multifaceted, growing business that brings joy to the community in so many different ways. She’s someone who is always involved in local events, be it contributing her time, energy, and effort to local charity causes or providing fun, creative decor for children’s birthday parties.
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FaithCorner DC Ministerial Association Salvation Army Church David Roch 250-782-0150 davidphyllisroch@gmail.com 11501 17 St, Dawson Creek
Reformed Ministries & Missional Outreach Pastor Terry Hagen 403-835-7235 houseofhagen@hotmail.com Sundays: 1:00pm 1224 103 Ave, Dawson Creek
Alliance Church
Contact: 250-782-3837 dawsoncreekalliance.ca 9009 10 St. Dawson Creek
Bethel Pentecostal Church
Pastor Jared Keber Contact Office: 250-782-5885 office@betheldc.ca Web: www.betheldc.ca 11501 17 St Dawson Creek
Dawson Creek Community Church
250-782-4812 1436 104 Ave. Dawson Creek Church Service: Sundays 11:00 am
St James Presbyterian Church 1501-108 Ave. Dawson Creek Traditional Sunday Service: 10:00 am
St Marks Anglican Church Contact Lay Reader – Rupert Kirk 250-782-2939 Email: stmarks@pris.ca and on Facebook 1029 103 Ave, Dawson Creek Sunday Service: 11:00 am Food Bank: Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am-1:00pm
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
Notre Dame Catholic Church
Please contact the office for service times and for ministerial program information Contact: Fr. Venerando Sabacan 250-782-3456 Email: nddc@shaw.ca 908 104 Ave Dawson Creek
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
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: 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
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Jehovah’s Witnesses
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 250-782-4921 • www.mormon.org/ Sunday Service: 11am 250-782-3085 Pastor Christopher McLean stpaul58@telus.net 901 Cornwall Cres, Dawson Creek
South Peace Bible
Contact: David Roch 250-782-0150 Missionary davidphyllisroch@gmail.com Sunday Service: 10am & 7pm 1224 103 Ave, Dawson Creek Wednesday Service: 7pm 250-786-5711 First Baptist Church Pastor: Stephane Poulin Our Sunday service is at 10:30 am 4911 48th Ave, Pouce Coupe 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
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Apostolic Lighthouse
Pastor James Bridges Sunday Worship | 2PM Wednesday Bible Study | 7PM Watch our services online: facebook.com/alcdawson 250-219-1609 apostoliclighthousedc@gmail.com 701-96A Ave, Dawson Creek Website: www.alcdawson.com
Church of the Nazarene Service times: Sunday 2pm, Friday 7pm Website: www.dcnazarene.com Pastor Megan Polowski Email: dcnazarene@gmail.com Phone: 250-719-7425
Church of the New Jerusalem
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. Visit www. dawsoncreeknewchurch.ca for more info and the church newsletter. 250782-8035 • 9013 8 St Dawson Creek Sunday Worship 11:00 am
10901 13th St. Dawson Creek
Peace Mission Chapel Contact: Pastor Bill Mann Located Hwy 97 Progress, BC 250-843-7506 Sunday Meetings 11:00 am
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Bible Study: 10:00 am Church Services: 11:00 am Contact: 250-782-1710 9201-14th St. Dawson Creek Pastor: Michael McPherson
Pouce Coupe Community Church
Contact: Pastor Cory Lizotte 250-786-0160 Sunday Meetings 10:00 am
New Beginnings Baptist Church
Services: Sundays 10:30am 10221-18th St Dawson Creek Pastor: Dr. Michael Stark newbeginningsbaptist.ca
Now collecting unwrapped Toys & Gifts and Monetary Donations for Local Youth in Need this Christmas!
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)
Drop Off Unwrapped Toys at the Car Dealerships in Dawson Creek: Bannister Bannister Ford, Ford, Browns’ Browns’ Chevrolet Chevrolet Buick Buick GMC, GMC, Inland Inland Auto Auto Centre, Centre, Peace Peace Country Country Toyota Toyota
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Zandon Harris turns away a shot during U15 Rep action with the Junior Canucks taking on Fort St. John over the weekend. BROWN
Dawson Creek hands out 2021 community awards
from our front -
Citizen of the Year sponsored by City of Dawson Creek, winner goes to - Ed Mah
Creek Chamber of Commerce, winner goes to - Beans and Barley Café.
Ed Mah started the North by Northeast Hiking and bringing so much of the community together. By creating the group he is responsible for countless friendships & relationships that will continue to grow. And the community support for this endeavour as well, has been immense. It has also helped countless people in their darkest times of need, by getting out and meeting like-minded people.
They are a new business and offer a friendly, safe environment with great staff. They have local baking and a unique menu/ drink offering. Its a very friendly atmosphere that is family like.
Business of the Year sponsored by Dawson
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DC Public Library has food for fines for 2021 If you would like to erase your library fines - the Dawson Creek Public Library will accept food for them until the end of the year. The donations will go to St. Mark’s foodbank. Make a donation of a non-perishable food items and they will forgive your library fines. This does not include excusing fees for damaged or lost items. editor@dcdn.ca
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Pouce Coupe looks for Canada Day funding The Village of Pouce Coupe is looking for help to fund their Canada Day celebration. The municipality recently sent a letter to the Peace River Regional District requesting financial support. Directors took the letter as information and discussed the matter on Thursday. Electoral Area D Director Leonard Hiebert says it would be wise to distinguish whether the village wants a letter of support to continue their yearly heritage grant or funding outright from the PRRD. “Going forward I have no problem supporting them out of Area D, because we do so many things together anyway. The question I have is looking for support from the board – what
exactly would they be looking for?” Pouce Coupe Councillor Barb Smith says it’s the latter – direct funding, noting that flooding in recent years has taken out infrastructure used during the summer to fund raise for Canada Day. “The last couple of years it’s been financially supported by the village, but we can’t continue that. We’ve always supported the parade, but the activities, it’s expensive and we can’t afford it. So we want to reach out for contributions,” she said. Tom Summer, Alaska Highway News, Local Journalism Initiative. Email Tom at tsummer@ahnfsj.ca
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The Mile Zero Cruisers, in partnership with car dealerships in Dawson Creek, are collecting toys, gifts, and monetary donations for local youth in need once again this year. Drop off any unwrapped new toys at any car dealership in DC - Peace Country Toyota, Inland Auto Centre (above), Bannister
Ford, and Browns’ Chevrolet Buick GMC. Photo : Club Vice President Dean Good and President James Cox says the Mile Zero Cruisers Toy Drive is going well this holiday season, and expects it to help 300 kids this year in the community. (Summer) editor@dcdn.ca
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Dawson Creek Mirror December music and more Readers responded to last year’s December music - so we’re doing it again throughout the Christmas month this year! Find daily Christmas programming @ dawsoncreekmirror.ca! You’ll find a mix of local tunes and programming, holiday music and videos, perhaps a live presentation or debut, or some works from our rock & roll friends and collaborators. Tune in right here each December evening. The setlist so far: December 5 - The Little Drummer Boy - Bing/Bowie
It was hammertime recently at NLC as Millwright Instructor gives student Jack Miles a hand at the lathe, with the class working on sets of hammers. SUMMER
December 4 - The Brain Porter Live @ KPAC December 3 - Check out Parkland Elementary students who are Working for the Weekend! December 2 - Try on some DECEMBER COFFEE JAZZ December 1 - Check out Chetwynd’s Teigen Gayse tune HEY CHRISTMAS. If you’d some less holidaytime tunes - check out her video for BLAME THE WINE Suggestions you’d like to see or hear - send them to St. Nick at: editor@dcdn.ca
2022 COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Salvation Army kettle campaign underway, more volunteers needed
The Salvation Army would welcome some helping hands this holiday season.
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The Pouce Coupe Royal Canadian Legion Branch #34 would like to thank everyone at the Dawson Creek Co-op for their generous donation from their poppy doughnut drive. The Legion has a long history in the Peace, and it is these types of donations that allow us the Legion to continue to provide a valuable service for village
Judy Kucharuk Columnist “Do not panic! Our supply chain is secure!” What do you think when you hear those words? The vast majority hears: “Grab the car keys honey, it’s time to panic!”
“But you don’t know how to make anything with those ingredients!” “I’ll learn! Oh, and don’t forget to grab baking soda and baking powder!”
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KUCHARUK: do not panic
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residents. These types of community partnerships with the Legion date back before the village was established, having celebrated 90 years of Charter in 2017 and is one of more than 1,400 Royal Canadian Legion branches.
The dust settles and we find ourselves with a pantry full of duplicates with best-before dates woefully close to today’s date. Thankfully, the toilet paper doesn’t expire.
The pandemic created this sense of urgency about our supply chain and now the recent flooding in the lower mainland has exacerbated that feeling in the pit of our stomach that tells us to, “Get all the things!” We have become a society who leaps before they look. Remember finding out that our toilet paper came from Eastern Canada? Our sensitive tooshies were going to be fine – no need to hoard paper or resort to crinkled up magazine pages. We need to be more informed about where our goods are coming from before we empty store shelves at the first indication of trouble. Likewise with the recent flooding and the highway washouts. Our panic is a result of our unpreparedness. We don’t put our foot on the gas until we hear, “Don’t panic!” We operate on a cycle of action based on reaction.
Our parents and grandparent’s did/ do not operate on that cycle. I was always amazed at the breadth of my mom’s pantry. An extra person or two show up for dinner? She could reach into that pantry and come up with an additional side dish to feed the crowd. Her freezer was filled with frozen veggies from the garden and the cold room had row upon row of canned fruit and pickles. Let’s not forget the potato bin that was heaped with potatoes – by the time April rolled around their ‘eye’s’ have grown tentacles long enough to terrify the child who had to go to the cold room to grab some to cook for dinner. Back in the day, we relied on ourselves. Now, we rely on others and with that reliance comes the worry that we will somehow run out or be cut off. We are not prepared.
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Mayor Bumstead, Captain Nelson of the Salvation Army, Pat Johnston from the Super 8 Motel, Chef Arlan and staff from Sola’s Bar & Grill oversee a donation to Salvation Army of $2,500. SUBMITTED
Left - Richard Bouvier stabs a volley back during pickleball action last week at Frank Ross. Drop in days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30pm. BROWN Right, Northern Metalic drills down on your deals. Shawn Smith holds up a Milwaukee drill. SUMMER
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Perils over the Holidays Dr. Charlotte Corbett Holidays are a wonderful time for gathering with friends and family, enjoying sweets, and relaxing. Some pets love this time of year, enjoying all the attention and the food that falls on the floor. Often cats enjoy having a tree in their own living room to climb. Unfortunately, we do see an increase of certain emergencies. Pancreatitis, chocolate toxicity, dog bites and plant toxicity are things commonly seen around the holidays as people are visiting, children are playing and dogs are out of their routine. Christmas holidays is when our comfort foods come out: ham, cheesy potatoes, fried foods, sweets. Some dogs can be very sensitive to the fat in the foods, causing pancreatitis. Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas – the organ that produces the enzymes that help break down our food. When the pancreas is damaged, these enzymes start attacking it. Dogs will vomit frequently, have diarrhea, lose their appetite, have stomach pain, have a hunched back and have a fever. Pancreatitis can be life threatening and dogs should be treated as soon as possible. Treatment consists of intravenous fluids in hospital and medications. Although we love chocolate, it can be dangerous for our pets. Chocolate contains theobromine, but not all chocolate has the same amount. The darker the chocolate, the more toxic it is. Chocolate toxicity can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and a racing heart rate. If a dog consumes enough, they will get muscle tremors,
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Keep your pets safe this holiday season by staying aware of these common dangers. Be mindful of what your pet can retrieve from your trash can! Holiday plants = poinsettia & pine needles can cause mouth irritation and gastric distress. Mistletoe is toxic to both dogs and cats. Cords & lights = pets are often known to chew on electrical cords, which can cause sever burns. Electrical shock can result in heart and damage. Decorations = ornaments, tinsel, ribbon and wrapping paper can cause choking, intestinal blockages and other intestinal distress. Make sure your pets do not have access to foods that can cause serious harm! Do not keep these foods on counters or tables and do not leave them in any garbage containers that your pets can access. Cooked bones = choking &stomach lacerations Xylitol (gum, candy, etc) = liver failure, hypoglycemia, death Raisins, grapes & currants = kidney failure Walnuts & macadamias = nerve system & muscle damage Caffeine & chocolate = toxic to heart & nervous system
If you think your pet may have ingested something harmful, please call your vet! National pet poison helpline: (800) 213-6680
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seizures and even heart failure. Not every dose of chocolate is fatal; even if your dog eats a small amount, always call your veterinarian. We can determine how high the dose is based on the amount, what type of chocolate and how big your dog is. This can help us decide the best treatment for your dog. Foreign bodies can occur at any time in the year, but dogs can be at increased risk at Christmas due to all the other activity around the holidays. Cats in particular are at risk for linear foreign bodies with string and ribbon. Animals will eat foreign objects, whether it be toys, objects from around the house, socks, underwear, bones or grandma’s knitting project. Cats and dogs will be lethargic and commonly vomit, but not always. Diarrhea is also common, as is stomach pain and a hunched posture. Some objects pass through on their own, or with supplemental fluids. Other objects need to be removed with surgery. Plants are dangerous to dogs, as well as your cats. Christmas trees can cause irritation if chewed on or trauma if they fall on your animals. Plants to steer clear of or ensure they are high up and out of reach of your animals: • Poinsettias: These are mildly toxic, causing irritation to the mouth and esophagus when swallowed. Animals will drool and vomit. • Holly & Mistletoe: These plants contain chemicals that will cause vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain and drooling. If a cat eats enough of the plant, their blood pressure and heart rate will drop. In severe reactions, seizures and death can occur. • All lilies can cause toxicity to an extent, especially in cats. Even a small amount (a few leaves) can cause kidney failure. • Azaleas / Rhododendron: This plant can change how the body responds to sodium, causing drooling, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea and heart failure. Christmas can have more hazards then normal life, but there are some ways to make it safer. Most of the emergencies we see during the holidays are due to dog fights and dogs eating things they shouldn’t. When introducing new dogs to your household, have them meet on a neutral ground – a dog park or front lawn. This allows them to get to know each other without getting defensive of their home. When mixing households, feed in different rooms to avoid food aggression and bites. Cats can be introduced one at a time – Feliway Friends diffusers are a good way to keep everyone calm as well. Keep an eye on your furry friends, especially around children (and some husbands). Treats should be dog treats – avoid human food, especially those with garlic, onion, grapes, raisons, and chocolate. Split treats into multiple pieces, especially when showing off tricks, so they are not also gaining the Christmas weight! If your pet is on a special diet, make sure to tell your guests not to feed them, even a bite – it can prevent flare-ups, especially dogs with allergies. If your cat is prone to stress-induced bladder issues, keep them in a quiet area of the house where they can be alone. Happy Holidays and enjoy time with your furry friends, whether they are cats, dogs, horses, cattle or our exotic friends!
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More than 30 families have already signed on for holiday support.
more families members in each application are making this year seem busier.
The support comes in the form of Christmas hampers from DC Charity Society says charity lead Sandra Biddulph Tuesday. There is still time for families who find themselves in need of a hand up this time of year. DC Charity Christmas hampers include a full Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, and full stockings of presents for children and more.
“We still have half a dozen families looking for hamper sponsorship, and more two parent families this year.”
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Rotary Manor looks for presents under their virtual Wish Tree for residents Rotary Manor staff are looking for community support to make this the hap, hap, happiest Christmas since Bing Crosby tap-danced with Danny Kaye. Gifts are to be worth approximately $30 and can be donated to Rotary Manor between Dec.6 and 15 from 8:30 to 4:40 each day. Ensure gifts are marked with the
appropriate number, left in washable bags, and dropped into front entrance bins in front of Rotary Manor. If you would like to buy a gift or two for a resident, contact Dorinda Hegge first. To make sure every resident receives a Christmas gift – get in touch with Hegge at jhegge@shaw.ca or call/text to 250-784-4755. editor@dcdn.ca
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As the Fall season starts to take center stage, drivers everywhere are anxiously anticipating the return of frost and snow across many parts of BC. With the change of weather also comes a change in driving conditions, some of which can be quite challenging, so driver preparation is imperative. The best way to prepare for winter driving is to be prepared and exercise caution, especially if embarking on routes at higher elevations, as well as making sure to drive at a reasonable speed - a conservative speed based on road and weather conditions, not simply the posted, legal limit. Drivers should also be extremely cautious while on a route that includes mountain passes because those can have unpredictable weather during the Fall and Winter. Take the time to plan your route and check weather and road conditions – the DriveBC website is a helpful resource - drivebc.ca. Winter tires are a key component of keeping
yourself and others safe on icy and snowy roads. Their importance cannot be overstated, as they’re required on most routes in British Columbia from October 1 to April 30. Snow tires with a snowflake symbol are the preferred choice over all terrain or all-season tires (M&S symbol), as the latter are more likely to slide on the road since they lose elasticity and grip at temperatures below 7°C, according to Transport Canada. Keeping an emergency roadside kit with flares, flashlight and other tools – in addition to water and warm clothing – is always a good idea. There’s plenty that you can add to your emergency kit, from jumper cables, a folding shovel, tire puncture seal to a first aid kit and more. By following these few simple steps, you can help keep everyone safe on the wintery roads this year.
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Myths and misconceptions about drinking and driving There is no single solution to the impaired driving problem that will address the many types of offenders in need of intervention. Impaired drivers are a heterogeneous group with different levels of risk and need. Some offenders are low risk and may only require a fine and/or driver’s licence suspension to change their behaviour. Other offenders may pose a much higher risk and require probation supervision, alcohol treatment and an alcohol ignition interlock device. This means a variety of programs and policies are needed to effectively address the many different types of offenders. A comprehensive approach involving a range of solutions (e.g., sanctions or interventions) is essential to reduce the relapse of criminal behaviour and achieve long-term risk reduction. Of paramount importance, agencies should apply low-level interventions (e.g., education programs, licence suspensions, fines) for low-risk offenders.
Sanctions for high-risk offenders should balance punishment, deterrence, and rehabilitation. It is also important to note research shows putting low-risk offenders in programs for highrisk offenders can do more harm than good and result in poorer outcomes (Viglione & Taxman 2018; Skeen & Polaschek 2019). To further demonstrate the ineffectiveness of a “one size fits all approach”, the impairing effects of alcohol on judgment and memory are significant, and important to consider. Alcohol can disrupt the processing of recent events and experiences into longterm memories (Westrick et al. 1988; Mintzer The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) identifies several factors influencing the effects of alcohol consumption on the brain, including: > quantity of alcohol consumed; > frequency of alcohol consumption;
> age of onset drinking; > personal characteristics (e.g., age, sex, ethnicity, level of education, predisposition to alcohol abuse); > prenatal alcohol exposure; and, > overall health. As previously mentioned, long-term alcohol consumption can lead to strokes, dementia, alcohol-related psychoses, and developmental issues in unborn children. It can also contribute to depression and exacerbate other mental health disorders such as schizophrenia. A common brain disorder among persons with alcohol abuse is WernickeKorsakoff Syndrome. The disorder is a combination of two syndromes (Wernicke’s encephalopathy and Korsakoff’s psychosis) affecting several areas of the brain, particularly the cerebellum. Some of the symptoms associated with the disorder include mental confusion, paralysis of the
ocular nerves, loss of muscle coordination, difficulty learning and retaining information, and loss of memory (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, 2007). Much of the brain damage linked to alcohol consumption is irreversible and can result in the need for full-time custodial care. Traffic Injury Research Foundation The mission of the Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) is to reduce trafficrelated deaths and injuries. TIRF is a national, independent, charitable road safety research institute. Since its inception in 1964, TIRF has become internationally recognized for its accomplishments in a wide range of subject areas related to identifying the causes of road crashes and developing programs and policies to address them effectively.
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Greater gains possible when adopting effective fatigued driving and drugged driving interventions
he Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) announces the release of a new fact sheet, Drug & Fatigue-Related Fatal Collisions in Canada | 2000-2018, sponsored by Desjardins. Data from TIRF’s National Fatality Database were used to prepare this fact sheet which explores trends in the role of drug use and fatigue among fatally injured road traffic victims. Other topics examined include characteristics of drug-related and fatigue-related crashes resulting in fatalities. Between 2000 and 2018, the number of drug-related road traffic fatalities generally increased from 266 in 2000 to a high of 551 in 2018. On the other hand, the number of fatigue-related road traffic fatalities rose from 138 in 2000 to 159 in 2004 before falling to a low of 81 in 2018. The rise of these drug-related fatalities is in contrast to the decline in fatiguerelated fatalities, particularly since 2004. While the apparent decrease in fatigue-related fatalities may be encouraging, there has been no change in terms of the proportion of all fatalities attributed to fatigue. To illustrate, in 2000, 5.1% of all fatalities were fatigue-related and in 2018 it was almost the same at 5.0%. On the other hand, the percentage of fatalities that are drug-related has risen steadily from 10.5% in 2000 to 30.9% in 2018.
“Fatigue-related driving has not been as prevalent as drugged driving, however, some driving characteristics of fatigued drivers are similar to those of impaired drivers,” explained Ward Vanlaar, TIRF COO. “These include uneven braking, fewer mirror checks for other vehicles, erratic speed and failing to stay in one’s lane.” It’s critical drivers understand that being awake for 18 hours can result in impairment due to fatigue which is approximately equal to a blood alcohol concentration of .05. Furthermore, it is difficult for a sleepy or fatigued person to anticipate when they will fall asleep. So, even if you don’t feel tired, sleep is a biological need you just can’t fight. In looking at the characteristics of these fatalities, results showed drug-related fatal collisions most frequently occurred between midnight and 6 a.m. and as earlier data from TIRF’s National Fatality Database and research literature has shown, fatigue-related fatal collisions occur more frequently in the early morning. For both drug-related and fatigue-related crashes, there was little variability in the percentage of drivers dying in crashes that occurred on weekdays compared to weekend crashes.
“Although drug- and fatiguerelated fatalities happen all year round, the recent change back to standard time brings a heightened awareness to the issue of fatigued driving,” points out Steve Brown, TIRF Research Associate and Data Analyst.
be expected that passengers can keep drivers engaged in conversation or vehicle occupants can take turns driving on a long trip,” continued Brown. “It suggests education not only for drivers but also their passengers may be effective.”
Interestingly, the percentage of drug-related fatalities declined with an increasing number of vehicle occupants which may indicate drivers carrying passengers felt a greater sense of responsibility. However, it is concerning that drivers with three or four occupants were more likely to be involved in fatiguerelated crashes than those with a lower number of occupants.
The sole fact that fatigued driving appears to be the smaller problem must not serve as a reason to divest resources away from the issue. Instead, evidenceinformed decisions should be based on where to invest and prioritize to work toward Vision Zero, i.e., no fatal and serious injuries on our roads and making sure people get home safely.
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Shift into Winter campaign reminds Dawson Creek drivers to be prepared and plan ahead for Mother Nature’s ultimate road test Winter driving can more than double your risk of being in a motor vehicle crash in Dawson Creek and around Northern B.C. To help reduce the risk, the Shift into Winter campaign launched province-wide yesterday (October 1) to remind drivers to be prepared and plan ahead. “Winter is Mother Nature’s ultimate road test,” says Louise Yako, spokesperson for the 13th annual campaign. “Winter conditions can change quickly in the Peace River region and push your driving skills to the limit.” Winter roads in Dawson Creek can be dangerous due to snow, ice, rain, and fog. “Even the most experienced drivers are challenged by cold temperatures, slippery roads, and reduced visibility,” Yako says. “We want drivers to shift into winter by preparing for winter driving before winter weather hits. The time to do that is now.” In B.C., the average number of casualty crashes due to driving too fast for the conditions more than doubles from fall to early winter – to about 220 in December from about 99 in September, according to statistics on crashes reported to police from 2015 to 2019. Shift into Winter’s launch coincided with the law requiring all vehicles driving on designated highways in B.C. to have winter tires (3-peaked mountain and snowflake, or mud and snow) with at least 3.5 mm of tread depth starting October 1. The campaign is designed to raise awareness of the changing weather and driving conditions
across B.C. and to remind drivers and employers to be prepared and plan ahead. It’s a joint provincial initiative supported by the Winter Driving Safety Alliance and managed by Road Safety at Work. The Alliance offers the following tips for Dawson Creek drivers to help them stay safe on the road this winter: Prepare your vehicle by installing a set of four winter tires with the 3-peaked mountain and snowflake symbol. “These tires offer the best traction on snow, ice, and in cold weather,” Yako notes. Give your vehicle a pre-winter maintenance check-up every year Carry a winter driving emergency kit Check road conditions on DriveBC.ca before heading out. “Is it safe for you to go?” Yako asks. If possible, postpone your plans and avoid driving when road and weather conditions are poor. Slow down to meet the road conditions. Keep at least four seconds between you and the vehicle in front. “Give yourself plenty of room in situations where you may need to brake suddenly,” she says. Prepare yourself by knowing how to drive for the conditions before you get behind the wheel. “You can’t predict how your vehicle, or another driver’s vehicle, will react in snow or on ice,” Yako says. Learn how to brake safely, get out of a skid, and become familiar with how your vehicle handles in winter weather. Think of it as building muscle memory: Your winter driving skills are rusty at the beginning of the season but you can commit them to memory by practicing them repeatedly as soon as wintry weather arrives. Visit ShiftIntoWinter.ca for more free information and resources that can help reduce the risks when driving during winter.
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When hosting friends and family at home, it’s understandable that hosts direct so much of their focus to the foods they plan to serve. The main course is often the focal point and most memorable aspect of a dinner party, and that’s true whether the get-together is a backyard barbecue, a holiday meal with the family or a formal affair with colleagues. Food might be a focal point, but guests also will need something to drink. Traditional spirits like wine and cocktails are the standard, but hosts who want to get a little creative should not hesitate to do so. When choosing a special beverage, timing is everything. Guests wil want to cool down on warm summer evenings, so something cold and refreshing can make for the perfect signature cocktail. When hosting on nights when the mercury has dropped, a warm beverage can heat up guests in a matter of minutes. On such nights, hosts can serve this version of “Hot Mulled (Sherried) Apple Cider” courtesy of Laurey Masterton’s “The Fresh Honey Cookbook” (Storey). One added benefit to Masterton’s recipe is it can produce a welcoming winter aroma, helping hosts establish a warm ambiance for the festivities.
Hot Mulled (Sherried) Apple Cider Serves 16
1 gallon apple cider 1 orange, unpeeled, cut into slices 1⁄4 cup whole cloves 4 sticks cinnamon 1⁄4 cup honey, preferably cranberry honey 1 cup sherry (optional) 1. Combine the cider, orange slices, cloves, cinnamon, and honey in a large pot over medium heat. If you are picky about things floating in your cider, make a little bundle out of cheesecloth and place the cinnamon and cloves inside before adding to the cider. I like to chew on cloves, so I just toss everything in. Bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer over low heat for an hour or so to spread these lovely winter aromas around your home. 2. If you’re serving it to adults, add the sherry. It might make everyone want to go sledding! DE21B462 SOCIAL MEDIA TEXT: When hosting on nights when the mercury has dropped, a warm beverage can heat up guests in a matter of minutes.
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HARTNELL, Kathleen J. August 18, 1935 − November 22, 2021 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Kay (Kathleen) Hartnell on November 22, 2021 at the age of 86. Kay was born on August 18, 1935, the oldest daughter of Joseph & Violet Irving and big sister to Judy. She started a career in bookkeeping at the Chrysler dealership in Dawson Creek, then moved on to work for School District #59 as a secretary. Kay & husband Francis (Frenchy) purchased the Health Food Centre in 1979 from her parents and Kay owned the store until 2001, although she didn’t retire completely until age 80. Kay definitely lived an active and full life, with the highlight of her week being art class, of which she was an active member for over 20 years. She was featured with her art in the Beef in BC magazine and her art was displayed in the local art gallery and several businesses over the years. Getting together with friends over coffee, chocolate and a game of cards was something she always looked forward to. Kay loved the outdoors, camping & quadding with friends and family, until one day she couldn’t apply the brakes on the quad to get stopped, so at 82 she decided she better not quad anymore. Kay continued her art even out camping, painting rocks and scenery, and taking more pictures for the next project. At 86, she was the designated driver with three of her friends, often taking day trips around the Peace country, Chetwynd, Hudson Hope, Fort St. John, Clayhurst & Baytree, stopping to sightsee, take pictures and enjoy an ice cream cone. Kay is lovingly remembered by her daughter Linda (Elton) Fick, grandchildren Adam, Brenna (Curtis) Simmons, great− grandchildren Eliaz, Nao & Quinn Simmons; her son Bruce, grandchildren Jess (Ashleigh), great−grandchild Rye, Lance (Helena), Dillon, Kendra (Jordan) Waldner. She is also survived by her sister Judy. Kay was predeceased by her parents Joseph & Violet and husband Francis (Frenchy) Hartnell. Kay will be sadly missed by many other extended family and dear friends. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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PUBLIC NOTICE TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 4421 Veterans Way Property owners who believe interest in their property may be affected by the proposed development variance permit may view the application and all other written information pertaining to this matter in detail at the Chetwynd District Centre located at 5400 Hospital Road, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays, from November 15, 2021 to 4:30 p.m. on December 13, 2021. An opportunity for public input will be included during the Regular Council Meeting to be held December 13, 2021; submissions by email, fax or mail are also welcome before December 13, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. Any inquiries or public input on the above application should be referred to Carol Newsom, Corporate Officer, Telephone: (250) 401-4100, Fax: (250) 401-4101, email: d-chet@gochetwynd.com or by writing the District of Chetwynd, P.O. Box 357, Chetwynd, BC, V0C lJ0. Dated this 15th day of November 15, 2021. C. Newsom Corporate Officer
Take notice that Council will be considering an application for a Temporary Use Permit to allow for Metal Storage Containers for storage as a temporary use located on the property located at 300 Highway 2, Dawson Creek, BC. for a period of up to 36 months. Council will be considering this application at 9:00 am in Council Chambers, Dawson Creek, BC, on Monday, December 20, 2021. Any member of the public who feels they may be affected by the proposed Temporary Use Permit may submit comments by email, including their name and address to admin@dawsoncreek.ca or in writing to City Hall no later than noon on December 13, 2021. A copy of the proposed TUP 21-03 may be inspected at City Hall, 10105 – 12A Street between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, or by emailing bdarnbrough@dawsoncreek.ca. Brenda Ginter Corporate Officer
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Holiday greetings from the PRRD On behalf of the Peace River Regional District Board of Directors, we would like to wish you, your families and your friends a holiday season filled with contentment, joy and peace. We also look forward to a New Year rich with blessings and opportunity. 2021 has had its challenges, but there were many achievements too. Our Board of Directors looks forward to advancing our Regional District’s strategic priorities in 2022; we do this in the service of you, the residents of this amazing region. While celebrating the wonder and magic of the season, please stay safe!
Brad Sperling, Chair
Dan Rose, Vice Chair
2022 Board Meeting Schedule January 13, Dawson Creek
April 7, Dawson Creek
August 11, Fort St. John
January 27, Dawson Creek
April 21, Dawson Creek
September 8, Dawson Creek
February 10, Dawson Creek
May 12, Dawson Creek
October 13, Dawson Creek
February 16, Dawson Creek Special Budget Meeting
May 26, Fort St. John
October 27, Fort St. John
March 10, Fort St. John
June 9, Dawson Creek
November 10, Dawson Creek
March 24, Dawson Creek
July 14, Dawson Creek
November 24, Dawson Creek
All board meetings begin at 10 a.m., unless otherwise noted.
Next PRRD Board eetings:
December 17, 2021 10:00am | Facebook Live, Dawson Creek
Join the Discussion Engage in the active consultations happening in the Peace River Regional District.
January 13, 2022 10:00am | Facebook Live, Dawson Creek
To view board and committee meeting dates and agendas, visit: prrd.bc.ca/agendas-minutes/
December 9, Dawson Creek
Peace River Regional District Official Page
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