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Wigglesworth named Artist in Residence

With support from the BC Arts Council, the Peace Liard Regional Arts Council is pleased to carry out the third annual Artist in Residence Program.

This program provides a northeast BC artist with a $500 per month stipend for a sixmonth working period ($3,000), mentorship from Vancouver-based visual artist Cara Guri, and a solo exhibition at the Dawson Creek Art Gallery for which they are paid a professional CARFAC fee ($2,100).

“I am honored to be selected as this year’s artist in residence. I am so excited about the opportunity to be mentored by the astounding portrait artist Cara Guri. This residency will allow me to create a profound series of large-scale colorful self-portrait paintings.”

The Artist in Residence program supports any artist residing in northeast BC or a visual artist who is a member of an arts council supported by the PLRAC in developing and creating a body of work for a professionally curated exhibition.

Artists must be Canadian Citizens, First Nations, or Landed Immigrants (and able to work within Canada). The Artist in Residence is selected by two jurors to be mentored by a professional artist from outside the region.

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The last days of 2022 were cold propositions for Dawson Creek before warming up. Happy New Year. BROWN

DC Ministerial Association

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

Bethel Pentecostal Church

Pastor Jared Keber

Contact O ce: 250-782-5885 o ce@betheldc.ca Web: www.betheldc.ca 11501 17 St Dawson Creek

DCCommunity Church

David Roch 250-782-0150

davidphyllisroch@gmail.com 1224 103 Ave, Dawson Creek

First Baptist Church

Sunday service is at 10:30 am 1400-113 Ave. Dawson Creek 250-782 4792.

In crisis, get a hold of Pastor Terry by appointment only. o ce@dc rstbaptist.ca Live on our website. www.dc rstbaptist.ca Contact: Pastor Terry Coe terry@dc rstbaptist.ca

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

Notre Dame Catholic Church

Please contact the o ce for service times and for ministerial program information

Contact: Fr. Venerando Sabacan 250-782-3456 • nddc@shaw.ca 908 104 Ave Dawson Creek

South Peace United Church

Marilyn Carroll 250-782-2636

Email: spuc@neonet.bc.ca 11101 17 St Dawson Creek

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church

Sunday Service: 11am

Pastor Christopher McLean 250-782-3085 stpaul58@telus.net 901 Cornwall Cres, Dawson Creek

South Peace Bible Missionary

Sunday Service: 10am & 7pm Wednesday Service: 7pm 250-786-5711

Pastor: Stephane Poulin 4911 48th Ave, Pouce Coupe

Apostolic Lighthouse

Pastor Aaron Farmer Sunday Worship | 2PM

Wednesday Bible Study | 7PM pastor@altdc.ca 701-96A Ave, Dawson Creek Website: www.alcdawson.com

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

Church of the Nazarene Service times: Sunday 2pm, Friday 7pm www.dcnazarene.com

Pastor Megan Polowski Email: dcnazarene@gmail.com Phone: 250-719-7425

Grandview Chapel

Is a friendly church nestled on the hill in Dawson Creek grandviewchapel.ca Tony Vigar 250-782-4225 900 94 Ave Dawson Creek

Sunday Meetings 10:30 am

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

Pastor Cory Lizotte 250-786-0160

Sunday Meetings 10:30 am

St Marks Anglican Church

Contact Lay Reader – Rupert Kirk 250-782-2939 • Stmarks@pris.ca and on Facebook 1029 103 Ave, Dawson Creek

Sunday Service: 11:00 am

Food Bank: Monday-Friday 10:30am-1:30pm

Kitchen: Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00am-1:00pm

Jehovah’s Witnesses 250-782-7487 • 644 105A Ave. Dawson Creek

St James Presbyterian Church 1501-108 Ave. Dawson Creek

Traditional Sunday Service: 10 am

New Beginnings Baptist Church Services: Sundays 10:30am 10221-18th St Dawson Creek

Pastor: Dr. Michael Stark newbeginningsbaptist.ca

Rolla Bible Baptist Church

Pastor Bob Rempel 250-759-4540 Rollachurch.com • 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. www.bahai.org Dale Campbell 250-719-7427

Alliance Church

Contact: 250-782-3837 dawsoncreekalliance.ca 9009 10 St. Dawson Creek

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

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. All are welcome to our services and other events.

Dawsoncreeknewchurch.ca for more info and the church newsletter. 250-782-8035 9013 8 St Dawson Creek Sunday Worship 11:00 am

Gideons International

The Grizzly Valley Chapter is part of the national Gideons organization. Our mission is to share God’s Word with e ective and engaging forms of Scripture. Reaching people everywhere with the Gospel through personal witness and partnership with the local church. Contact: Bill & Pauline Hendley, 250-788-8177 (H) • 250-788-6902 (C)

Email: newtouch@pris.ca;

The Morozumi rink was the winner of the Dawson Creek Curling Club’s 50th annual cash spiel held Nov. 25 to 27.

Yusuke Morozumi played a soft weight hit and stick for the win.

Jeff Ginter with the cDC club notes the brothers Yusuke and Kosuke Morozumi won this Spiel about 15 years ago when they were only 21 and 18.

Curll BC says with a purse of more than $50,000, the weekend saw some top-notch curling, exciting games, close calls, and thrilling wins.

Un the final, they defeated Team Riku Yangisawa of Japan 4-3 in a tightly-wound matchup.

Noon Year’s Eve – for the kids to countdown

The Dawson Creek Library will be counting down on Saturday, Dec. 31.

They won’t be ringing in the new year at midnight – rather a family friendly New Year’s celebration will kick off at 11am with crafts, games, and refreshments.

The big ball will drop at noon.

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Ravenwood Farm brings some diversification to business, and South Peace

Rob Brown Managing Editor

The new key to ‘Ravenwood Farm BC’ is diversification.

In the cattle game for 40 years – Bill Smith at Ravenwood has started to diversify.

“It’s about bringing some different streams to markets,” he says.

Along with cattle fed beef, black currant, honey, and eggs are available off Ravenwood Farm lands.

Ravenwood Farm BC is located in the South Peace River area of northeast BC, with a view of the Rocky Mountains to the west, and rolling farm lands to the east.

A newer stream for the farm is black currants. Currants are a source of vitamin C and polyphenols. Most fruits contain a good amount of vitamin C, but black currants are exceptionally high in the vitamin.

“These days you have to use fields for more than just feed and hay,” Smith says.

As far as the name of the farm – the origin is pretty simple.

“We were bombarded by Ravens.”

As far as the winter work the crew on site will work on feeding 350 head full time livestock.

“This is not grain where you can go curling for a couple months.”

Their animals are processed at Lawrences Meats in Dawson Creek, and they offer three categories of beef.

Notice of 2023 Board Meetings

Members of the public are encouraged and welcome to attend Board Meetings.

View meeting agendas and minutes on our website at: www.prrd.bc.ca

Watch the Board Meetings live on Facebook!

The 2023 Peace River Regional District Regular Board meetings are scheduled as follows, starting at 10 a.m., unless otherwise noted throughout the year.

Date

January 12

February 2

Location

Dawson Creek

Dawson Creek

February 22 (Wednesday)Special Budget Meeting Dawson Creek

February 23

Dawson Creek

March 9 Dawson Creek

March 30

April 20

Fort St. John

Dawson Creek

May 4 & 18 Dawson Creek

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July 20

Fort St. John

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August 17 Dawson Creek

September 14

Fort St. John

October 5 & 26 Dawson Creek

November 16 Dawson Creek December 8 (Friday) Fort St. John

1. Grass fed and finished strictly off pasture in the fall, likely 24 to 28 months old.

2. Grass and forage fed and finished not quite ready off pasture in the fall, fed silage and quality hay for a few months.

3. Grass and forage fed with light grain finish 3 to 4 pounds of barley a day, no more than 10% of their total diet; a bit better marbling.

For more information check out: www.ravenwoodfarm.ca

It was a student appreciation heath afternoon just before the holidays at Gridiron Fitness. Youth were invited to check out all kinds of fitness-related presentations installed throughout the gym.

Canucks are off for the holidays, but back in 2023 with a road game in Manning on January 6 vs. the Comets.

They are then back home the next night January 7 for a game against the Grande Prairie Athletics. BROWN

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Mizpah Transition House picks up $500 from Rip’s Shoe Re-nu to mark the transition home’s 40th anniversary of services in Dawson Creek. BROWN

Rotarians braved the cold weather prior to the holidays to hand out cocoa, hot dogs, and roast their annual chestnuts for kids. BROWN

NICHOLS: Mine eyes have seen the glory

Merlin Nichols Columnist

Really?

How can you be sure?

These first six words of a song with a catchy, heal-stompin’ melody (beg your pardon, Tom) go back to John Ward Howe’s rousing Battle Hymn of the Republic at the start of the US Civil War (can there be such a thing?) in 1861. That’s 161 years ago in the way we measure time.

If the author of those lyrics saw the glory way back then, 79 years before I took my first breath, and probably about 85 years before I might have heard the song, what’s the chance that what I am seeing today is more intensely the same?

Probably almost certain 19 times out of 20.

In 1939 John Steinbek published Grapes of Wrath, a best seller, probably because it depicted in an engagingly honest way the too-familiar struggles and desperate hardship of an American family caught in the poverty of the dust bowl compounded by the natural greed and evil of broken humanity.

What’s a whole bunch different now?

John Steinbek probably borrowed his title from John Howe’s first verse second line: “He is trampling out the vintage where the grapes of wrath are stored” because it is so emotionally evocative – fear, anger, hopelessness, heartbreak – emotions with which we humans are too familiar.

And it is almost certain that he knew or had heard the Battle Hymn of the Republic.

Unlike Howe, Steinbek’s work fails to provide hope of a way out of the morass. He’s simply telling it like it is in the 1930s. He told it well and was recognized and rewarded for his work.

Nine decades later society is still experiencing emotions of fear, anger, heartbreak, and hopelessness.

The world is still at war in various places. Though they are not “world wars” as we define a world war, death, destruction, and disruption are still the product. Poverty stalks billions of people, not just ordinary poverty but starvation-inducing-hopeless poverty in a world that still can produce enough to eat.

In a world that still has the means to distribute its surplus produce!

But apparently without the will.

Though it seems likely that Steinbeck’s title was inspired by Howe’s Battle Hymn, it is almost certain that Howe derived this phrase from the Apocalypse, the Revelation of Jesus Christ, the last book in the Bible: “The angel swung his sickle on the earth, gathered its grapes and threw them into the great winepress of God’s wrath. They were trampled in the winepress outside the city, and blood flowed out of the press” (Revelation 14:19, 20a NIV).

This statement evokes judgment, a judgment in which the Creator calls to account unrepentant inhabitants of earth for their crimes.

If there is a penalty for crimes committed, is there also a reward for those who eschew evil. Apparently so, as the Book assures us.

But the glory that “mine eyes have seen,” what’s that? In this world of social and political upheaval, financial uncertainty, broken promises, hunger, cold, and heat, what’s the glory?

Howe could see the glory at the beginning of a brutal civil war that wiped out the lives of over 600,000 mostly young men, leveled whole cities to the ground, and set back the nation by forty years.

Glory? Where?

In our time we have to interpret the signs of the times. If you read the Book with a mind for understanding, you can discern in the prophecies, very clearly, these indicators of

the end of the age and the beginning of the age to come when we won’t measure time like we do now.

It is not the winding down of this age that we call now that is so glorious. The ending of this age will be with much pain and sorrow. It is the assurance of the age to come with its peace, life without end, life without pain, fear, poverty, hunger, or any other of the blights that plague our present existence.

Indeed, “mine eyes have seen the glory” in the fulfilment of the prophecies.

By the way, if you have read this far, read on for a promise by the Promise Keeper: “I am going away but I will return and take you to be with Me where I am so don’t be troubled, I have a place prepared for you” (John 14:1-3).

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The pinch of inflation has been felt in homes across the globe in 2022. A trip to the supermarket has been more costly for much of the year. Those who are splurging on special ingredients for recipes may waffle over whether or not to indulge. However, if certain ingredients can be used to create multiple meals, then that added expense may be easier to swallow.

Many home cooks know to save the bones from poultry, ham and even beef to make delicious stocks. Stocks often are the bases for soups and sauces. They also can season stir-fries and other recipes. A flavorful stock can be made from seafood, particularly the shells of crustaceans. After enjoying a meal featuring lobster, turn those discarded lobster shells into a stock that’s perfect for bisques and more. Try this recipe for “Lobster Stock,” courtesy of the United Kingdom-based seafood company W. Harvey & Sons.

Lobster Stock

Serves 2

Shells from 2 to 3 cooked lobsters

25 grams butter

1 small onion, chopped

1 celery stick, chopped

4 sprigs fresh thyme

1 tomato, roughly chopped

1 teaspoon tomato puree

1⁄4 teaspoon brandy

60 ml dry white wine

1 liter chicken stock

Melt the butter in a large saucepan, add the onion, carrot, celery and thyme, and fry over a medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Meanwhile, break or cut up the lobster shells into small pieces. Add the lobster shells to the pan and fry for 2 minutes. Add the tomato and tomato puree and fry for 1 minute more.

Add the brandy and white wine, and set alight with a match, to burn off the alcohol. Take care and stand back as you do so. When the flames have died down, add the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, lower the heat and leave to simmer for 20 minutes.

Transfer the mixture to a blender, in batches if necessary, and blend to a coarse puree. Strain through a muslin-lined sieve into a clean pan, squeezing out as much of the liquid as you can. The stock is now ready to use or freeze for later use.

You can either freeze the lobster shells to make stock at a later date, or freeze the stock once made for future use. Multiply the stock ingredients as needed for a greater number of servings. DE22B428

It was a full night of entertainment, food, and celebration leading into the holidays with at the Kalipi South Peace Assoication Christmas event prior to the holidays. BROWN

your hand at homemade stock Many home cooks know to save the bones from poultry, ham and even beef to make delicious stocks.

These kits go home with the students, for their parents or guardians to complete and keep in a safe place.

In a time of crisis, this information will be of great value to the local authorities, police, or RCMP, in their search efforts.

It may even cut down on time spent on locating a child when time is critical. Vital information in the kits can be useful in searching for or identifying a child.

Rip’s Cleats donated Safe Alert Finger Print & Identification Kits to all of the Kindergarten classes in Dawson Creek, Pouce Coupe, and rural schools.

Tumbler Ridge Global Geopark gets Green Card from UNESCO

Tumbler Ridge Global Geopark Society has been eagerly anticipating the results of their inspection by UNESCO that took place in August, and after careful consideration, the UNESCO Committee has awarded the Geopark a green card!

Two UNESCO-trained evaluators, Hartmut Escher from Germany and Miguel Cruz from Mexico, came to Tumbler Ridge in early August to determine if the area was still meeting the criteria and the obligations of a UNESCO-designated site - a procedure required by UNESCO to be done every four years. The goal of the evaluation is to assess whether the Geopark is operating sustainably and productively based on over 200 stringent criteria points.

During their inspection, they took a trip with Wild River Adventure tours down the Murray River to Kinuseo Falls, took a helicopter out to the far reaches of the Geopark to view it from the air, spoke with local politicians and community members, and the Geopark’s partners such as Northern BC Tourism.

After their visit, the evaluators create a comprehensive report of their observations which is taken to an international committee, who discuss and decide whether or not that Geopark will be allowed to use the prestigious UNESCO designation going forward. The committee met on December 6-8 to discuss new applications and renewals.

Each application and documentation is reviewed and given three possible outcomes - a green card means that the Geopark is on the right track, and can continue to participate in the international program for another 4 years, a yellow card indicates that the committee has serious concerns about the site and requires correction of the issues within two years, at which point they are subjected to another inspection. The red card is a worst case scenario and indicates that the site isn’t fulfilling UNESCO’s standards and is stripped of the UNESCO designation.

Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Global Geopark received a green card from the committee, along with some suggestions about improvements going forward. “We will always have more work we can be doing to become more sustainable and improve the quality of what we have to offer”, says Executive Director Manda Maggs. “We all do - our Geopark has a lot of great things coming down the pipeline that strengthens what we’re already doing, like the Dark Sky Reserve project.”

“The UNESCO brand - shared by World Heritage Sites, Global Geoparks, and Biosphere Reserves - is an international mark of excellence that is instantly recognizable to tourists, especially those coming from Asian and European countries. The endorsement of UNESCO shows that we have earned our place at the highest level of sustainable tourism promoting geological and cultural heritage.” The Tumbler Ridge Global Geopark’s next revalidation process will take place in 2026.

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Seipp charged with break, enter and fraud

A local 27-year-old man faces several charges after reports of a break-in last month.

On Monday, November 14th, 2022 at 8:00am, the Tumbler Ridge RCMP received a report of a break and enter to a residence on Dawson Place in Tumbler Ridge, BC. The resident’s wallet was taken and the suspect allegedly used their credit cards at a local business. The suspect was identified and arrested for both offences.

Jeffrey Seipp has since been charged with Break and Enter,

Fraud, and Breach of undertaking. Seipp has since been released before a Judge on numerous conditions, which includes a curfew. He is scheduled to appear in Dawson Creek Law Courts on January 10, 2023.

Tumbler Ridge RCMP is aware of Jeffrey Seipp’s conditions and will continue to monitor his compliance within our community, says Cst. David Ribeiro, Media Relations Officer for the Tumbler Ridge RCMP.

PRRD advances lake weeds study

The Peace River Regional District (PRRD) has launched an aquatic vegetation and management study that will investigate the possibility of conducting mechanical removal of aquatic vegetation at Charlie Lake, Swan Lake and One Island Lake.

The study follows feedback from residents that excessive aquatic vegetation is detracting from recreational use, reducing aesthetics and creating a safety issue for lake users.

The Regional District has partnered with local biologist, Brian Paterson with Zonal Ecosystems, to conduct the early stages of planning and feasibility. The study will produce an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for each lake, which minimizes potential environmental impacts and is required to obtain provincial permitting.

These EMPs will contain general information regarding lake ecology and biodiversity, suggest areas to focus harvesting

efforts and incorporate best practices to minimize unwanted effects to the focal lakes.

Consulting with lake users and collecting feedback is a crucial component of the feasibility study. A project page is now open to the public on the Regional District’s engagement portal, with feedback tools including an online survey and interactive user vegetation maps that allow users to drop an “area of concern” pin.

The PRRD is encouraging all residents to engage with the study before the close of the engagement phase on January 20, 2023, by visiting the project page at haveyoursay.prrd.bc.ca/avms,

In addition to forming the Environmental Management Plan for each lake, the information collected during the public engagement phase will go into a report for the Regional Board to consider in 2023, in relation to potential permitting and next steps.

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Kodiaks return to home ice action in 2023 on January 6 when the Beaverlodge Blades come to the Memorial. BROWN

B.C. Court of Appeal dismisses challenge to COVID gathering orders

Jeremy Hainsworth Reporter

B.C.’s Court of Appeal has upheld a lower court’s decision, saying the province’s COVID-19 gathering and events restrictions were constitutionally valid.

“The ban on in-person gatherings for religious worship fell within a range of reasonable outcomes and proportionately balanced the appellants’ freedoms with the attainment of critically important public health objectives,” the decision said.

Most of the appellants were churches and their leaders: Alain Beaudoin, Brent Smith, John Koopmans, John Van Muyen, Riverside Calvary Chapel, Immanuel Covenant Reformed Church, and Free Reformed Church of Chilliwack brought the case.

“There is absolutely no basis in the record for the religious appellants’

assertion that in-person worship services were prohibited, not because of the risks they posed, but because they were religious gatherings,” the appeal court said.

Named as defendants were: the Province of British Columbia and provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry.

The group challenged a March 18, 2021 decision by B.C. Supreme Court Chief Justice Christopher Hinkson.

He ruled that while the ban on in-person, indoor church services was an infringement on British Columbians’ charter rights, it was “reasonable and proportionate” under Section 1 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

That section states: “The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees the rights and freedoms set out in it subject only to such reasonable limits prescribed by law as can be demonstrably justified in a free and democratic

society.”

The group sought declarations that the gathering and events orders amounted to an unconstitutional infringement of their freedom of religion, expression, assembly, association and equality rights because they were unable to gather for inperson religious worship.

“(Hinkson) held that even though the orders limited certain of the petitioners’ constitutional freedoms, they were justified as reflecting a reasonable and proportionate balancing of the charter protections in play with the public health objectives underlying them,” the appeal decision

said.

Outdoor protests

One of the appellants, Beaudoin, had organized public gatherings in Dawson Creek in December 2020 and January 2021 for protesters opposed to pandemicrelated restrictions, state court documents.

“He did so allegedly in violation of orders made by the PHO that effectively prohibited outdoor gatherings for public protests. He was given two violation tickets,” the court said.

The court noted Beaudoin’s appeal is “moot” given the ban on outdoor protests is no longer in effect and any violation tickets have been stayed.

The appeal court said the churches and their leaders defied Henry’s orders made between Nov. 19, 2020 and Feb. 10, 2021, to not gather in-person for religious worship. Violation tickets were issued as a result. A petition was filed on Jan. 7, 2021, with a hearing set to commence March 1, 2021.

However, on Jan. 29, 2021, the churches sought reconsideration of the orders banning in-person gatherings for religious worship. On Feb. 25, 2021, in response to the request, Henry varied her previous orders and permitted gatherings for weekly, outdoor, in-person religious services subject to order conditions.

But, the appeal court said, Hinkson found Henry’s decisions, including those temporarily banning in-person gatherings for religious worship, were made in changing circumstances amid substantial uncertainty about how the pandemic would unfold.

It stressed there was concern about the most vulnerable and the capacity of the province’s

health-care system to continue providing essential, potentially lifesaving service for those afflicted by the virus or other serious illnesses or conditions.

“He found there was a rational basis upon which (Henry) could draw a distinction between the transmission risks associated with in-person religious worship and other types of gatherings,” the appeal court said.

“The religious appellants failed to demonstrate that the (gathering and events) orders violated their equality rights,” Justice Gregory Fitch wrote in the appeal decision.

“The restrictions on gatherings also applied equally to religious and secular activities of the same kind,” Fitch said. “A secular choir was no more able to meet in person than a church choir.”

Justice Bruce Butler and Justice Leonard Marchand concurred with Fitch’s decision.

There, a lawsuit filed by the Canadian Society for the Advancement of Science in Public Policy and led by Kipling Warner, seeks to challenge and obtain compensation for various measures, mandates and restrictions imposed in response to the pandemic.

Henry is named as a defendant in the lawsuit.

Justice David Crerar is listening to applications of various kinds as well as evidence to determine if a class action is a suitable choice for the case.

Both the plaintiff’s lawyer, Polina Furtula, and defence lawyer Emily Lapper told Crerar Dec. 16 they had not had time to digest the appeal decision. jhainsworth@ glaciermedia.ca

RCMP with Highway 2 fatalility investigation update

Dawson Creek RCMP are looking to speak with the driver of a white B-train International ProStar with what appears to be a red H on the drivers side door and black numbers 1557 on the drivers side front hood. The trailer could possibly be a Doepker Super B.

This vehicle of interest was traveling eastbound on Highway 2 near the Dawson Creek Airport on December 15th between the times of approximately 4:30pm to 5:30 pm (MST).

Dawson Creek RCMP wish to thank the public and our community partners for their information.

If you have any additional information to further this investigation, please contact the Dawson Creek RCMP at 250-784-3700 editor@dcdn.ca

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Career Opportunities

1210

Career Training

Obair Economic Society 1001 102 Ave Dawson Creek, BC 250- 782-2628

1215 General Employment

2145 Wanted to Buy

Field Production Administrator - Montney Operations

About Us

Murphy Oil Corporation is a leading independent energy company committed to balanced crude oil and natural gas development and exploration. We remain steadfast in our devotion to innovative strategies and differentiated perspectives, resulting in sustainable, efficient growth worldwide.

At Murphy Oil Corporation, we believe the rich experiences and backgrounds of our employees strengthen our Company, create a productive workforce, and drive our success. We encourage you to apply for the positions for which you meet the qualifications. Please apply online, www.murphyoilcorp.com/life-at-murphy/

Job Summary

Reporting to the Asst. Superintendent, Montney Asset, the Field Administrator will be responsible for all office administration duties in the Montney Field Office. The role’s primary accountability is to ensure the effective day-to-day support of various requirements to ensure the overall administrative needs of the office/asset are met in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed oversight/management to field accounts-payable process – ticket coding, creating/processing PO’s / AFE’s, etc. – in an efficient and time-sensitive manner to facilitate accurate financial data.

• Work with external service and supply vendors when required to address gaps in invoicing process

• Work with different disciplines to ensure required regulatory information/files are organized and uploaded to cloud-based document repositories.

• Execute basic reception duties and maintain a clean & safe reception area

• Assist different departments in various data gathering requirements – manhours, fleet vehicle kilometers, etc.

• Support the onboarding process for new employees and contractors to ensure all activities and requirements are coordinately appropriately.

• Act as liaison with Murphy’s IT department to ensure that all shared office equipment is well functioning.

• Work with field management to track and report on all workers’ required training and assist in booking training as required.

• Manage general supply requirements/inventory for field office

• Assist in preparing and maintaining presentations and spreadsheets

• Effectively respond to various ad hoc requests for information and/or project support

• Execute basic office administrative responsibilities not limited to: note-taking, arranging travel, monitoring group email accounts, social event coordination, etc.

• Collaborate with other administrative professionals at Murphy in the interest of continuous improvement initiatives.

• Work to become a local subject matter expert on key administrative tools and applications used by all field personnel.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 5 years of direct work experience in administrative support

• Proven computer skills, specifically with MS Office programs, MS Teams & DocuSign

• Exceptional organizational skills - ability to identify, plan, prioritize and execute work objectives

• Demonstrated skills in time management

• Proven ability to multi-task and remain detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment

• This position is an office-based role and works Monday to Thursday, 8.75 hours per day and 4 hours on Fridays.

• This position is deemed as a Safety Sensitive position, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma in Applied Business Technology or successful completion of a related Office Administration program would be considered an asset.

• Prior experience/knowledge of SAP would be considered an asset

• Knowledge of the oil and gas industry

Murphy Oil Company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents or have appropriate work authorization in Canada will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status or any other category protected by federal or provincial law.

250-782-7208 for more info.

1060 Community Notes

Missing an cherished old family photo?

The News office in Dawson Creek has a collection of photos that we’ve published over the years to celebrate graduations, birthdays, engagements, etc. We invite you to come in & reclaim your forgotten property.

Office hours are 8:30am- 4:00pm, Mon-Fri, or call 250782-4888.

Count on the Classifi eds to Do the Job

We’re here to help!

• PREVENTION EDUCATION

• SUPPORT

Northern Brain Injury Association 1-866-979-HOPE (4673)

1090 Funeral Services

Reynar’s Funeral Services & Crematorium 1300 102 Avenue Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-2424 1-800-217-2299 wecare@reynars.com

1130 Meeting Place

PC Roots Group Meeting: 4th Saturday/month, 1:30pm, NAR Park in the small annex.

Getting started on family tree research, need help? Come learn & share experiences with other amateur genealogists. New members welcome. For more info call Lynn: 250-7824058, Anne: 250-7827137.

peacecountryroots.ca

TOPS 3907: Take Off

Pounds Sensibly Meet Thursday mornings 9:30 am New Beginnings Baptist Church 1022118th St. Phone Marge 780-864-5205 for more info.

1165 Volunteers

Home Senior Help Line at 250-219-2119 - for help finding services for seniors.

NOW HIRING: Alberta Licensed Security Guards for security gates in remote locations of NW Alberta. Year-round & seasonal work available, starting immediately! Learn more at www.servicemasterssecurity.com

1222 Restaurant/ Hotel

Sam’sFriend RestaurantCook (Two) Preparesfoodon themenu,take− out,andspecial functions.Check inventory,order supplies,trains staffandsupervise thekitchenopera− tionsandcleanli− ness.

250−782−3666 samfriendjobs@ gmail.com

Sam’sFriend RestaurantFood andBeverage Attendant(Two) Attendstocus− tomers’ordersand requests,receives payments,pre− parestables,at− tendstotheclean− linessofthe restaurant,and maybeassignedto hostspecialfunc− tions.

250−782−3666 samfriendjobs@ gmail.com

1405 Education

TAKE YOUR CONFIDENCE & communication a level. Get the career and family life of your dreams! Jon a Toastmasters International group near you. www.toastmasters.org/find-a-club

2026

Books, Coins, Stamps

Todd’s Coins: Buying gold, silver & coins 250-864-3521

Bernese Cattle Dog puppies 8-weeks-old on December 3. Vet checked. Ready to go $600/each 250-467-2700

WANTED SASQUATCH SKULLAlso purchasing SILVER & GOLD coins, bars, jewelry, scrap, nuggets, sterling, 999+ BULLION, maple leafs, bulk silver, pre-1969 coins. Coin collector BUYING

ENTIRE COIN COLLECTIONS, old $ & Royal Canadian Mint coins. TODD 250-8643521.

1952 John Deere R. Very clean. Runs. Needs clutch. Asking $2000. Call 780-8640522

1960 John Deere 830 Tractor. Great Shape. Great Condition. Creeper Gear. Asking $9,000. Call 780-8640522

1981 CASE 4690 4WD Tractor. 540PTO, 4 Hyd, 20.8x34 Rubber (70%). $18,000 o.b.o. Doug (780)864-0522

587-259-0425

780-538-3900

Your e orts in providing snow and ice free access for safe newspaper delivery are appreciated.

PLANT OPERATOR

Location: Pouce Coupe area, Alberta Status: Full-Time Permanent

Posted: December 15, 2022

Job Description

The Birchcliff - Pouce Coupe 3-22 Gas Plant is currently looking for a safety-oriented Operator at our Plant located south of Bay Tree, Alberta. Reporting to the Plant Foreman, the Plant Operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the equipment and processes. This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the Birchcliff Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Requirements and Responsibilities

• Environment, Health and Safety must be a top priority – ensure that plant operations are compliant to health, safety and environmental regulations and Birchcliff policies and procedures;

• Manage operations of plant and processing equipment including compressors, separators, pumps and processing equipment (amine sweeting, refrigeration, condensate and NGL stabilization)including performing routine checks and maintenance;

• Monitor equipment performance, take corrective action, and initiate work requests for area of responsibility;

• Assist in identifying deficiencies and provide recommendations and implement modifications to existing procedures to ensure optimal performance standards;

• Ensure that operations are carried out in a cost-effective manner;

• Prepare and input daily production reporting in the PVR field data capture system;

• Manage on site contractors, such as, writing work permits, conducting hazard assessments and directing contractors at the worksite;

• Will be required to work 7 days on and 7 days off shifts (12-hour shift) rotating days and nights. Must be willing to work overtime when required.

Qualifications

• 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate required;

• PFO/GPO Certification is considered an asset;

• Common Safety Orientation, First Aid and CPR, H2S Alive, and other relevant courses and tickets;

• Demonstrate effective communication with operators, contractors, office teams and management staff;

• Proficiency with computer systems and software - a solid working knowledge of MS Office and PVR is asset.

• Possess strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy;

• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to manage and assess risk;

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, in order to manage multiple priorities and competing demands with tight timelines.

Application Process

Note that this position is located in Birchcliff’s Pouce Coupe Area. The ideal candidate must reside in the Spirit River, Dawson Creek or Pouce Coupe area. Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume to careers@birchcliffenergy.com with the term “Plant Operator” and their name in the subject line of the email. Birchcliff Energy Ltd. (www.birchcliffenergy.com) offers competitive compensation, stock options and benefits to its employees. The successful applicant will be a highly motivated, flexible, enthusiastic and well-organized individual who enjoys being part of a fast-paced team. We thank you in advance for your submission; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DYKE, Rose I.

May 4, 1925 – December 11, 2022

With profound sadness we announce the passing of our dear aunt Rose. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 69 years, Bill, in 2016. Thank you to the Doctors and staff at Peace Arch Hospital and Suncrest Retirement Community for their kind and professional care. Rose was born in Imperial, Saskatchewan. She became an elementary school teacher and taught in Dawson Creek (1944-1959).

Rose left teaching to work with Bill in their construction business and ended her working career at Coast Meridian Golf Course in 1990.

She will be missed by many nieces, nephews and dear friends who will fondly remember her warm laughter.

TAKE NOTICE THAT; any One with a prior, equal, or superior right, interest, CONDUCT, treaty or Convention in/ to/for/of the NAME and property of: JORDEN KYLE LEIGHTON and/or LEIGHTON, JORDEN KYLE Estate in any style or variation thereof capable to confuse, suspend or clog said NAME, Title and/or Estate is hereby WARRANTED to present their said claim to Witness: Richard Lawrence, Major. c/o: 3876 Royston Road, Royston BC, V0R 2V0 before expiration of twenty-eight (28) days of the first publishing of this Notice.

Safeway Liquor Mile 0 10100 8th St #300 Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-6255

Shopper’s Drug Mart in the Dawson Mall 11000 8th St

Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-5903

Sobey’s/Safeway 11216 8th St Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-2253

The Brick 11616 8th St Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-7822

Walmart Supercentre 600 Hwy 2 Dawson Creek, BC 250- 719-0128

Dr Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-3371

Want some more bang for your buck? Ask your sales rep about the Mile 0 Connections Business Directory 250-782-4888

Classifieds

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11000 8th St

Dawson Creek, BC 250-719-0149

M&M Meat Market 11612 8th St

Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-5525

Job Description

Home Hardware Building Centre 1628 Alaska Ave

Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-7891

Contact: 250-782-4888 15 words or less *Some restrictions apply classifieds@dcdn.ca

9225 Snowmobiles

Homemade sled deck for sale. With lights. Great shape. Fits 8ft box. Asking $2000 (780)864-0522

FIELD OPERATORS

Location: Pouce Coupe Area, Alberta Full-time Term Permanent

Posted: December 14, 2022

Reporting to the Senior Production Foreman, the Field Operator will be responsible for performing routine operating functions and troubleshooting on all equipment, testing and monitoring gas and oil wells using correct procedures. This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the Birchcliff Drug and Alcohol Policy.

Requirements and Responsibilities

• Environment, Health and Safety must be a top priority – ensure that field operations are compliantto health, safety and environmental regulations and Birchcliff policies and procedures;

• Monitor equipment performance, take corrective action, and initiate work requests for area of responsibility;

• Assist in identifying deficiencies and provide recommendations and implement modifications toexisting procedures to ensure optimal performance standards;

• Manage operations of oilfield equipment including compressors, separators, line heaters andwellsite facilities including performing routine maintenance;

• Ensure that operations are carried out in a cost effective manner;

• Prepare and input daily production reporting in PVR system;

• Manage on site contractors, such as, writing work permits, conducting hazard assessments anddirecting contractors to the worksite;

• Will be required to work 8 days on and 6 days off shift (10 hours/day). Must be willing to be on calland work overtime when required.

Qualifications

• PFO/GPO Certification and/or 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate is considered an asset.

• Common Safety Orientation, First Aid and CPR, H2S Alive, and other relevant courses and tickets.

• Demonstrate effective communication with operators, contractors, office teams and managementstaff.

• Excellent communication skills including a solid working knowledge of MS Office and PVR would bean asset.

• Have the ability to work effectively both independently and in a team based environment.

• Possess strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.

• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to manage and assess risk.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, in order to manage multiple priorities andcompeting demands with tight timelines.

Application Process

Note that this position is located in Birchcliff’s Pouce Coupe Area. The ideal candidate must reside in the Spirit River, Dawson Creek or Pouce Coupe area. We will also be accepting applicants from the Grande Prairie/Beaverlodge areas to fill one position.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume to careers@birchcliffenergy.com with the term “Field Operator” in the subject line of the email.

Birchcliff Energy Ltd. (www.birchcliffenergy.com) offers competitive compensation, stock options and benefits to its employees. The successful applicant will be a highly motivated, flexible, enthusiastic and well-organized individual who enjoys being part of a fast-paced team. We thank you in advance for your submission; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

ARIES – MAR 21/APR 20

Cleaning and organizing can wait for another week, Aries. This week you should focus on having fun with your family and friends Enjoy the respite from work.

TAURUS – APR 21/MAY 21

Taurus, work is on your brain, but it could be because you’re wired to focus on getting things done. Work is important, but remember to make time for other things as well.

GEMINI – MAY 22/JUN 21

Your bank account may not be as healthy as it could be, Gemini. Tuck those credit cards away and cut back on purchases for the time being to set things straight.

CANCER – JUN 22/JUL 22

You have been feeling less motivated of late, Cancer. That is likely due to the breakneck speed that you have been going for some time. Slow down and enjoy the break.

LEO – JUL 23/AUG 23

Leo, practicality is your middle name. The next few days you may be focused on whimsy and imagination. It could be all the feelings the holidays are bringing up.

VIRGO – AUG 24/SEPT 22

Planetary energies could be affecting those around you and their reception to your ideas, Virgo. Remain patient that things will tip in your favor after some time has passed.

LIBRA – SEPT 23/OCT 23

Your thoughts this week are about setting goals for the future, Libra. Not that you haven’t already been doing your share of planning, but now you’re firming up those plans.

SCORPIO – OCT 24/NOV 22

Scorpio, issues with your professional life may be on your mind. It could be time to make a major change in the days to come. Are you ready to move in a new direction?

SAGITTARIUS – NOV 23/DEC 21

New responsibilities have left little time to spend with your significant other, Sagittarius. Carve out moments to snuggle if you cannot get out to a romantic meal or movie.

CAPRICORN – DEC 22/JAN 20

Have you been plotting a move, Capricorn? Make sure your real estate research is up-to-date and you’re ready to take the plunge. This move may be a big one.

AQUARIUS – JAN 21/FEB 18

Aquarius, perhaps you have made a few big purchases lately and feel like your budget has taken a hit? Add up receipts and you may find it’s not as bad as you had thought.

PISCES – FEB 19/MAR 20

This is a good time for a change of perspective, Pisces. Maybe you have been looking at things all the wrong way. Switch things up.

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