Dawson Creek Mirror 2023-0420

City of DC: don’t download RCMP cost overruns to us

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

The City of Dawson Creek is discussing joining the Federation of Canadian Municipalities in calling on the federal government to commit to ensuring that local governments are meaningfully consulted, fully informed, and at the table on issues related to policing costs.

Tuesday morning sees councillor Kyle MacDonald acknowledge while

RCMP have been underpaid, but this is not a City of Dawson Creek budget item they should be responsible for.

“We should send a letter to the Federal government reminding them that we deserve to have a voice. These costs that are being downloaded to us – a 2.5 percent of our annual we are being asked to pick up (2017 to 2021) costs,” he said.

Councillor Charlie Parslow noted council had been noted to budget for

wage increases and more.

“There are about 108 police forces in Canada. A vast majority of them are municipal forces. It is the municipal government that have negotiated settlements that have led to this type of compensation,” he said.

City CFO Teri Vetter said the city was made aware of the potential increases last April to allow for 2023 budgeting. The vote was carried to support writing a letter.

DC Ministerial Association

David Roch • 250-782-0150

davidphyllisroch@gmail.com

11501 17 St, Dawson Creek

Peace Reform Presbyterian Church

Pastor Greg Broberg 250-719-4316 gbroberg@shaw.ca

Sundays: 1:00pm

1224 103 Ave, 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

DC Community 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. office@dcfirstbaptist.ca

Live on our website. www.dcfirstbaptist.ca

Contact: Pastor Terry Coe terry@dcfirstbaptist.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 office 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

250-782-3085

stpauls58@pris.ca

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 | 11AM

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: 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 David Epp 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 effective and engaging forms of Scripture.

Contact: Bill & Pauline Hendley, 250-788-8177• 250-788-6902

Email: newtouch@pris.ca;

Creekside Fellowship Church 1800 109 Ave, Dawson Creek, BC office@creeksidefellowship.ca www.creeksidefellowship.ca

250-795-5210

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Science World tour stop is coming to Dawson Creek

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

Saturday, April 22 sees Science World on the road tour roll into Dawson Creek.

You may just catch some of the most iconic offerings from Science World’s repertoire of demonstrations.

Perhaps the electricity of the hair-raising Van De Graaf Generator and all the other spinning, falling, flying demos that science world is best known for.

A touring science show, On the Road uses fun, inquiry-based demonstrations to engage youth in BC in the sciences - in order to spark curiosity and stimulate learning.

than 1,000 visits to communities large and small throughout BC, reaching more than 1.3 million people, including more than one million students in grades K–12.

The Dawson Creek Mall will be the place to get your beakers on from 10am to 1pm.

*Some restrictions apply classifieds@dcdn.ca

Contact: 250-782-4888

In the first seven years of the program, On The Road made more

Upcoming Events

Planning process for North Peace Leisure Facility moving forward

The planning process for a new aquatics and recreation facility to serve the North Peace is nearing a critical milestone. The Peace River Regional District (Areas B and C), the City of Fort St. John and the District of Taylor are working together to explore options for the proposed North Peace Leisure Facility. A feasibility study that identifies the best opportunities to replace the aging North Peace Leisure Pool is nearing completion and is expected to be put before elected officials for consideration soon.

Area D Community Meetings

Residents of Electoral Area D are encouraged to attend a community meeting to discuss their priorities with Director Leonard Hiebert.

May 2, 2023 @ 7pm

Kelly Lake Community Centre: 107 Kelly Lake Road

June 6, 2023 @ 7pm

Doe River Community Hall: 3816 Rolla Road

Workshop: How to Write a Successful Grant Application (virtual)

April 21, 2023 | 9am to 12pm

April 22, 2023 | 9am to 12pm

Scan the QR code below to register:

The completed feasibility study will include recommendations on a wide variety of issues including what features could be included in the building, estimated construction cost, proposed location, and the business case for a new facility including some of the operating costs and revenue projections.

No final decisions on project scope or other major considerations have been made at this point. If a decision is made to move forward with a project, voters would have to approve any borrowing required to build the new facility through a referendum.

The planning process for a new facility began in 2018 but was paused due to COVID-19 pandemic challenges. The process got back on track in 2022 with a new round of public consultation and re-launch of the feasibility study development. The feasibility study will balance community input with cost, affordability, and other considerations in recommending what could be included in the facility. To learn more about the planning process for the project and the community input to date visit: haveyoursay.prrd.bc.ca/.

The North Peace Leisure Facility (NPLF) Replacement Steering Committee, which includes elected representatives from the PRRD Board and Fort St. John and Taylor Councils, is meeting regularly to support the completion of the feasibility study and ensure resident needs are addressed in proposed recommendations.

When the feasibility report and related recommendations are complete, they will first be reviewed by the Steering Committee, and if supported, will be presented to the PRRD Board and the Fort St. John and Taylor Councils for consideration and provisional approval. Elected officials would then determine the process and timeline to seek approval from voters in the affected communities to borrow the funds needed to pay for the project.

New online reservation system for Blackfoot Regional Park

There is a new way to book at Blackfoot! The regional park is now online with Let’s Camp, a digital reservation system that allows users to select camping dates 30 days in advance, view site availability and pay for bookings in one secure transaction. The park still accommodates drive-in reservations and holds eight sites on a first-come-first-served model.

Reservation fees are $10 per night for tent sites, $20 per night for RV sites without power and $25 per night for RV sites with power. To make an online reservation visit letscamp.ca. For assistance with bookings, please contact the PRRD at blackfoot.park@prrd.bc.ca or 250-784-3200.

N ext PRRD Board

eetings:

May 4, 2023

10am | Facebook Live, Dawson Creek

May 18, 2023 10am | Facebook Live, Dawson Creek

To view board and committee meeting dates and agendas, visit: prrd.bc.ca/agendas-minutes/

North Peace Leisure Pool, Fort St. John BC

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

Would you like to meet Miss Rodeo Canada? Next week brings a pair of chances to catch up with her in Mile Zero.

A meet and greet with Miss Rodeo Canada 2023 Mackenzie Skeels goes from 6:00-6:30pm both Friday & Saturday in the upper lobby of the Ovintiv Events Centre. Skeels was crowned Miss Rodeo Canada 2023 at the Canadian Finals Rodeo in November 2022.

Mackenzie is part of a fourth generation ranching family. She grew up on the family ranch, Anchor D Simmentals, just outside of Rimbey, AB. Her first cow was

given to her as a young girl, and from there she has bought, traded and raised cattle expanding her herd to 35 head.

Skeels will be on hand for the the 2023 Spring Break Up Rodeo & Dance - set to take over the Ovintiv Events Centre April 21 and 22.

Some of the top pro competitors in be in Dawson Creek for the dual-sanctioned CPRA/PRCA event. Nine events -Saddle Bronc, Bareback, Bull Riding, Junior Steer Riders, Barrel Racing, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Tie Down Roping & Breakaway Roping, with bucking stock being provided by the famous Calgary Stampede Ranch. editor@dcdn.ca

Help name a 2023 RCMP foal

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

Now is the time for children to help out the RCMP.

The Musical Ride has welcomed new foals born at the RCMP Breeding Farm in Pakenham, Ontario.

“We’re asking for your help in naming up to 12 of these adorable foals,” say RCMP officials.

“Wouldn’t it be cool if one of the foals you name is part of the world-famous Musical Ride some day?”

The contest starts April 3, so get your imagination in gear. To qualify, you must be 14 or younger, submit a name that starts with the letter “W” enter only once, live

in Canada, and enter by no later than April 21, 2023, at 11:59 pm (Eastern Standard Time)

The RCMP Musical Ride will choose up to 12 winning names from across Canada. This includes a classroom entry, and an entry from the Musical Ride’s Open House in February.

“We’ll announce the winners and winning names on our website and social media between May and June. Each child who wins, as well as the winning classroom, will receive some great RCMP prizes.”

Find more information at www. rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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DC bowlers roll to provincial gold

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

Bantam bowlers and now goldrollers Bentley Nyman and Drayk Oman are provincial YBC Bantam High Low champs.

The pair picked up their Gold medals with a ‘140 over average’ roll over the April 1 weekend.

Coach Josh White says the pair were focused during the weekend competition in Vancouver, after regional qualifying went strong.

The youth bowling season is wrapping up for the season over the next week.

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Drayk, coach Josh, and Bentley, already eyeing up some competition. BROWN.

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OPINION: BC’s ALR: every community’s best friend

Joan Sawicki Columnist

Not many British Columbians will recall the significance of April 18, 1973. That was the date the Land Commission Act was passed in BC. Some older farmers will no doubt recall the anger they felt at the ‘land freeze’ that halted subdivision and non-farm use of farmland throughout the province. Some longretired Regional District Directors may recall the gruelling process of the over 300 public hearings that went into establishing the original Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) boundaries in 18 short months.

well as landowners with development aspirations, miraculously, the ALR has survived. Not only does it remain the most successful agricultural land preservation program in North America but, in my opinion, we would not have the option for viable agricultural sectors today in high growth regions like the Lower Mainland and the Okanagan without the ALR.

the option in BC to create vibrant, walkable communities with diverse housing close to the amenities people need in their daily lives, surrounded by vibrant, productive rural environments - where local food production co-exists with other compatible uses, such as recreational trails and fish/wildlife habitat, to contribute to local economies and enhanced quality of life for citizens.

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Most British Columbians, however, including most current decision-makers, have no memory of BC without the ALR. It’s easy to take BC’s farmland for granted and to forget that only 5% of our provincial land area has the soil and climate capability to grow food. By 1973, it was estimated we were losing about 6000 hectares of farmland a year to development, including transportation corridors and other built infrastructure. It was clear that local governments could not withstand the pressure.

The primary purpose of the 1973 legislation was: ‘to preserve agricultural land for farm use and to encourage the establishment and maintenance of family farms.’ Despite being battered, bruised, attacked and ignored by governments of all political stripes as

Its impact has been even more far reaching, however. In 1973, one of the original Land Commissioners was fond of saying ‘the best rural planning is strong urban/community planning’. For the first few decades that held true, as all communities were required to revise their Official Community Plans to redirect growth away from farmlands. In recent decades, however, reduced budgets have seriously limited the capacity to do good land use planning. In many cases, smaller communities have had to rely on the provincial ALR to hold the line against residential sprawl and subsequent increased servicing costs and land use conflicts in their rural areas.

The first Land Commission brochure was entitled, Keeping the Options Open. The ALR has done that – and not only for BC’s farmland. With the current urgent challenges to both provide affordable housing and build climate-resilient communities, the ALR is an unexpected ally.

Like the parallel tracks of a railway, thanks to the ALR, we still have

Surely, that is an unprecedented achievement for any government program, especially over a 50year time period. Threats remain, however: some longstanding and familiar in 1973; others new, more complex and not even on the radar screen back then. Through both design – and accident – BC’s ALR has set us on the right path on several counts. It got us to here. But it will require equally good public policy and political courage at every level of government to embrace its wisdom and to meet community land use planning challenges over the next 50 years.

Joan Sawicki participated in the establishment of the original ALR boundaries and has been a vocal defender of the ALR/ALC throughout its 50-year history. In addition to a consulting career in land use planning and natural resource management, Joan served as MLA, Speaker and Minister of Environment during the 1990s.

Heavy metal and pure gilded alchemy; a chat with a goldsmith

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

Goldsmith Briana Mercier will be in Dawson Creek next week to host a handful of metalsmithing workshops. We had a conversation with her about the fine art of working with high end metals.

“Silver and gold are both very mailable add a heat and a little hammer – you can create and recreate many things. Over and over – which there is not too many matters like this,” says Mercier.

“When I was at UNBC – I made and sold beaded jewelry with my sister and sell it at farmer’s markets.”

Mercier realized early on a practical and professional there were outlets for the profession.

Those in attendance next week will learn to make rings, earrings, and a pendant.

“If they have questions, I am there to help them.”

The metalsmith sessions go at Our Social Collective on April 21.

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This is the War on Crime!

Deadline coming for rural business applications

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

Northern Development announced this month it is inviting applications to the Rural Business and Community Recovery Regional Business Liaison program.

The program provides a financial incentive to encourage Community Futures Development Corporations, local and Indigenous governments, or economic development entities to hire locally based talent to provide business support services for the region.

“These services include supporting economic redevelopment for rural businesses and communities impacted by forest policy changes and other impacts to the forest sector by providing direct one-on-one advisory services,” say officials.

This program is possible thanks to a $1.5 million investment from the Province of B.C. which will support up to 15 regional business liaison positions throughout Northern B.C. for a one-year term.

Northern Development will approve Regional Business Liaison funding applications within three weeks of the application intake deadline.

“We are very pleased to have this program up and running. Our team is excited to work with applicants to ensure our businesses and communities in the North receive the supports they need to succeed,” said Felicia Magee, Director Economic Development, Northern Development Initiative Trust in a statement.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on Friday, April 28, 2023, to be considered for funding.

See www.northerndevelopment. bc.ca for more information.

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Peace region MLAs on hand for name change

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

MLAs Mike Bernier (Peace River South) and Dan Davies (Peace River North), along with others in the BC United party celebrate, and mark the name change Wednesday night in Surrey - leaving the former title of the party, BC Liberal party.

“At BC United, we believe in innovation, courage, and outside-the-box ideas. United, we’ll bridge our differences to focus on outcomes, optimism and hope,” say party officials about their new look and logo.

“A stylized bridge symbolizes us coming together across diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our new vibrant colours play on our proud legacy tones, but with an emphasis on the bright future we know we can achieve together.”

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DC U18 volleyball team preps May Mesa trip

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

The Dawson Creek U18 Girls volleyball team is keeping busy this Spring.

The girls are in the midst of a weekend tournament with a 9am start Saturday morning – and are in the midst of doing some fundraising for a trip to Mesa, Arizona for a volleyball tournament in May.

“We are bout $18,000 towards $25,000,” says coach Trish Morgan.

“We just did an Easter Egg hunt, a beef jerky sale and some more ideas,” says Sofia Clerk, outside/libero with the team.

The home volleyball action starts last weekend.

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Tumbler Ridge needs your votes in Sledtown Showdown finals

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

It’s Tumbler Ridge, BC vs. Thompson, MB in the 2023 and 9th annual SledTown ShowDown finals.

Let’s keep BC in the running - and show support for our BC snowmobile destination in the finals – Tumbler Ridge.

In the semi-finals: Tumbler Ridge (912 votes, 54%), defeated Swan Hills (769 votes, 46%), while the Manitoba Provincial Champion Thompson beat vs. Saskatchewan Provincial Champion Hudson Bay (1,185 votes, 55%) to 984 votes, 45%).

In 2019 Tumbler picked up the SledTown title. Vote here - snoriderswest.com/sledtown_showdown

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Knights of Columbus DC Grand Knight Gregg R. Apolonio Jr. and Richard LeGear present Dawson Creek and District Hospital Foundation’s Heather Kohler with some much needed funds. SUBMITTED

Raiders take basketball gold in Edmonton

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

Dawson Creek’s Raiders U17 Girls team won gold in their division this weekend at the Swoosh Maximum Madness Basketball Tournament in Edmonton.

“We are super proud of them! There was 110 team at this yearly tournament and 10 teams in our division. Our girls went 5-0,” said Marisa Kemp with the team.

The Raiders picked up wins against The Royals (Leduc) 45-17, the FSJ Flights (Fort St John) 39-14, the Capital City Basketball Academy (Edmonton) 4332, and the Yellowknife Eagles (Yellowknife) to come out as the #1 seed in Pool A.

The Raiders then took the #1 seeded in Pool B Moose Jaw Spartans 68-38 for the gold.

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1100 In Memoriam

1100 In Memoriam

1130 Meeting Place

1130 Meeting Place

8ft-x-16ft single-axle trailer 12”high for moving sheds or small buildings. Asking $3000 OBO. 780-2965010 3562 Cats

In Loving Memory

August 21, 1955 - April 23, 2022

6 month female calico kitten. Very friendly and affectionate

Jerry Lafond REYNARS

Brain Injury Support Group: ABI Support group meets every 2nd & 4th Thursday of month at 6:00pm at the Northern Brain Injury Association office: #11-1405 102 Ave Dawson Creek. Please call 250-719-4673 for more information. http://nbia.ca/

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1055 Coming Events

1060 Community Notes

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

1105 Obituaries

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

1215 General Employment Northern Dental will require a Hygienist for Maternity leave starting May 1, 2023. Contact Northern Dental 250-782-3331 for further information can be full time or part-time.

Northern Dental will require a Hygienist for Maternity leave starting May 1, 2023. Contact Northern Dental 250-782-3331 for further information can be full time or part-time.

South Peace Historical Society Meetings

Third Wednesday of the month. In Dawson Creek at the Calvin Kruk Centre Archives Room at 2 pm.

TOPS B.C. #3450, Arras meets every Wednesday at Cutbank Hall @ 10:00 A.M. For more info call LINDA AT 250-8437410 or LINDA AT 250-843-0033. Join us having fun while winning with weight loss

TOPS Evening Sessions Meet Thursday at 6:00pm New Beginnings Baptist Church in DC, 10221-18th St Phone: Judy 250-7829540 or Gail 250-782-7208 for more info.

We invite you to our Quilt Show Sunday April 23, 2023

1:00 - 4:00 pm at the Seniors Hall, 1101 McKellar Ave Dawson Creek BC

$6.00 entry Fee

Come enjoy some strawberry shortcake and vote for your favourite quilt!

We’re here to help!

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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

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With heavy hearts, the family of George Wesley Streeper announce his passing at the age of 84 on April 6, 2023.

Long-time resident of Dawson Creek and formerly of Fort Nelson, BC. George passed peacefully in his home as per his wishes, surrounded by the love of his family. A service will be held at a later date to honour him, in remembrance, respect and love . He will be forever missed as a loving husband, father, brother, grandpa, great-grandpa, uncle, cousin, Captain and friend to many –George Streeper.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carmen Barber, a resident of Progress, BC, on Monday March 13, 2023 in Penticton, British Columbia at the age of 68 years.

Carmen (Carmela) was born January 23, 1955 to Enrico and Maria Arnone in Cimitile, Napoli, Italy.

Carmen was predeceased by her parents Enrico and Maria, her brother Domenico, and her sister Rosa.

Carmen is lovingly remembered by her husband of 45 years Sam, her sisters Lata (Pierre Raby) and Antonietta (Giuseppe Pacchiano), her brother Felix; her children Jennifer (Sam Wingham), Graham (Richelle Brau), and Thomas as well as her grandchildren Cayden and Fynley Wingham and Emersyn and Luke Barber.

Carmen spent her professional life engaged in the education system starting at McLeod Elementary and finishing at Ecole Frank Ross. In her personal time she loved to garden, spend time at their cabin in the summer and Arizona in the winter. Carmen was also a talented artist who loved to paint.

A celebration of Carmen’s life will be held on Saturday July 15, 2023, at 1:30pm at the McLeod School and Community Hall which is located at 8025, 265 Road, west of Dawson Creek, British Columbia.

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Cindy Lea Stefanyk

February 1, 1955 – April 7, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Cindy Lea Stefanyk. Cindy, a lifelong resident of Dawson Creek, passed away on Friday, April 7, 2023, in Dawson Creek, at the age of 68 years.

Cindy was born in Dawson Creek on February 1, 1955, to Audrey and George Therrien. Her early years were spent in the Landry and Pouce Coupe areas. She attended school in Pouce Coupe until moving to Bonanza in 1967 when the family purchased the Bonanza General Store. Cindy helped with the operating of the store with her mom and dad, and brother Lance. She attended Bonanza school until Grade 9, then continued her education and graduated high school in Dawson Creek. After graduation she started working at CIBC. Cindy and Phil married in 1974. Cindy spent her time working at the bank, spending many weekends in Bonanza helping with the family farm, planting gardens and growing flowers. Once they started their own family, Shelli born in 1978, Neil born in 1980 and Stacey born in 1984, Cindy dedicated her life to her kids. We built our home and moved to the country in 1982. When the kids started school, Cindy was always involved, volunteering whenever and wherever possible, eventually being employed by School District #59 in several capacities. Cindy took her roles very seriously and was a positive influence on all the young people she worked with. Health issues ended her working career, but by then grandkids started to arrive and Cindy multiplied her love to the next generation, becoming “Mama” and “Ma”. She remained strong and feisty while contending with chronic pain and declining health, concerned only with everyone else, family and friends. Cindy will be dearly missed. We will have everlasting fond memories.

Cindy was predeceased by her mother Audrey. She leaves to mourn her loving husband of 49 years, Phil; children, Shelli (Sean), Neil, and Stacey (Trevor); grandchildren, Seth, Taylor, Finn and Wyatt; father, George; brother, Lance (Karen), and countless relatives and friends.

We sincerely thank everyone for the phone calls, texts and support. To honour Cindy, the family will announce a Celebration of Life at a later date.

For friends so wishing, donations may be made in Cindy’s memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Suite #200-885 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver BC, V6C 1N5 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 565 West 10 Avenue, Vancouver BC, V5Z 4J4.

Very Respectfully Reynars Funeral Home & Crematorium

2223 Oilfield/Well Site Equip.

200-amp Lincoln Pipeliner welder, low hours, $5000 OBO. Also 300 feet welding cable $1000. 780296-5010

2225 Tools

13ft steel table folds for railings. $1200 OBO. 780-296-5010

2239 Grain Vacs & Extractors

Walinga 510 grain vac with new hoses. $6200. 780-864-0809

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Livestock

Blue healer puppies. Ready to go first week of May with first shots. 780-876-7618

Custom Built Livestock Shelters, Windbreak Panels and Rig Mats

Built to Order. Delivery Options. 780-518-7469

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$18,000. Call Greg at 780-512-1207 or 780-538-9115

3520 Horses & Tack

3-year-old gelding pony. 12.5 hands high. Bay colour, black mane/tail. Call for more info. 250-7893778

Swine

Butcher pigs for Sale. Call Adam 250-263-7100

3539 Poultry

Chicken eggs for sale in the Dawson Creek area. $4.50/dozen 250-789-3778

3563 Dogs

Border-Collie Blue Healer Cross with black-lab. 2 males, 1-female. 7-Monthsold. Asking $150. 250789-3778

Border Collie Puppies. Born March 20, ready mid-May. Good for Cattle/Sheep. $200/each. Valleyview. 780-5526011/780-524-2076

Purebred Siberian Husky Crossed with Great Pyrenees. 3-females and 3-males. 7 months old. $100/each. 250-789-3778