Dawson Creek Mirror 2023-0504

100 Women Who Care DC give $13K to Step Up N’ Ride

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

It was four votes separating first from second, with Step Up N’ Ride being awarded more than $10K Monday evening at NLC during the 9th 100 Women Who Care evening in Dawson Creek.

Brenda Kreutzer and Mona McNally were on hand April 24 from the local transportation non-profit, outlining the struggle in keeping their doors open.

“This groups injects $20,000 into the community each year,” said emcee Tracy Isaak.

McNally noted their yearly operating budget is approximately $300,000.

Other organizations applying this evening were St. Mark’s Food Bank and the South Peace Child Development Centre.

The 100 Women group will next assemble on October 16 for their second 2023 gathering – the organization’s tenth meeting since inception in late 2016.

Three-year-old River McLaren gets some unicorn work done by facepainter Betty at the Dawson Creek Mall. BROWN

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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DC community clean up

Rhyley Tuckwood Writer/Photographer

The annual Dawson Creek community clean up goes May 8 to 19.

Non profit group will be paid $200 per site cleaned, limit for each group is two locations per group.

Group leaders will have to ensure all safety guidelines are to be followed by group members and they will be required to attend a virtual meeting.

Group will be required to wear vests and gloves that will be provide along with bags for garbage, and lastly groups are told to be responsible for the removal of garbage on their purchased site(s) this year.

Keep an eye out for more pedestrians on the roads, drivers!

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Danny Grant the One Man Band was the entertainment for the Pst & Row Braelyn fundraiser, a young seven year old with Nephrotic Syndrome. BROWN

It was four votes separating first from second, with Step Up N’ Ride being awarded more than $12.5K at NLC during the 9th 100 Women Who Care evening in Dawson Creek. Below - Dawneen Ryan and Alina Hesselwood work the door and sign in.

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Chetwynd Air Cadets touch down at DC airport

Rob Brown editor@dcdn.ca

The Dawson Creek Mirror is a member of the National Newsmedia Council, which is an independent organization established to deal with acceptable journalistic practices and ethical behaviour. If you have concerns about editorial content, please let us know first. If you are not satisfied with the response and wish to file a formal complaint, visit the web site at mediacouncil.ca or call toll-free 1-844-877-1163 for additional information.

Chetwynd Air Cadets were on hand at the DC Airport last month for a tour for the facility, the hangars, and to meet some pilots.

From the top leftBen Northcott talks about following proto, Mark Sutton talks about the different engines and prop sizes in the hangars, while Nathan Bauder runs the cadets through the airplane graveyard.

editor@dcdn.ca

Public safety rally

It was a rally last Thursday against catch and release of suspects, and light sentences for convicted criminals.

Citizens Take Action were on hand for information, while burgers and more were on the grill for all.

editor@dcdn.ca

Sciecen World BC stopped by the DC Mall to entertain, enlighten, and educate kids. TUCKWOOD

Make those Coffee Connections at the DCPL

Rhyley Tuckwood Writer/Photographer

Every second Thursday at the Dawson Creek Public Library, there is a conversation and connection coffee gathering.

It runs from 10:30 to noon, so come down and enjoy a lovely morning with a nice cup of coffee and new connections with new people, or just stop in for a couple minutes for a small chat.

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It was Mile 0 Quilt Guild’s annual quilt show and tea at the DC Seniors Hall. Stitches of fun, tea, quilts, and dessert. BROWN

Troubadour John Hewitt brings the sounds of Dylan, Prine, and more to the DC Art Gallery. Hot mic. BROWN

Above - it was all about the desserts at the Peace Pregnancy Support Centre Fundraiser. Below - an up front visitor to the newspaper offices. BROWN

COMPLETE EACH GRID WITH THESE SIX SYMBOLS. Symbols can only appear once in each line, once in each column and once in each box of six squares. Each box of six squares is marked by darker lines. Some symbols are already included in each box to help you get started. Don’t forget: a symbol can’t be repeated in the same line, column or box.

FUNERAL

In Memory of

Jennifer

1976-2022

1055 Coming Events

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.

1060 Community Notes

We’re here to help!

• PREVENTION EDUCATION

• SUPPORT Northern Brain Injury Association

1-866-979-HOPE (4673)

We’re here to help!

PREVENTION

• EDUCATION

• SUPPORT Northern Brain Injury Association

1-866-979-HOPE (4673)

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.

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

2005 Antiques

2035 Cameras & Equipment 2022 Canon Powershot Camera. HD42X Optical Zoom, 20.0MB, SX420IS WIFI, Hardly Used. $300. 250-789-3778

2060 For SaleMiscellaneous Fuel Stand for 300 to 500

Missing Dog

If found, please contact 250-784-8018 or 250-219-5569

Her name is Susan, she is wearing a pink collar and grey harness with a blue leash attached. Missing since Sunday, April 23 near the Mile Zero Trailer Park Reward upon return $200.

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’s family would like to invite everyone to a Celebration of Life to honour her on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00pm, at the Seniors Hall in Dawson Creek, British Columbia.

Acquired Brain

ABI

1090

Funeral Services

2nd &

Thursday of

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at the Northern Brain Injury Association office: #11-1405 102 Ave Dawson Creek. Please call 250-719-4673 for more information. http://nbia.ca/

Reynar’s Funeral Services & Crematorium 1300 102 Avenue Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-2424

1-800-217-2299 wecare@reynars.com

Buying Antiques Coins, toys, tools advertising, & more Will buy bulk. Call/text 780-832-8216

2026 Books, Coins, Stamps

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

Very Respectfully, Reynars Funeral Home and Crematorium

Janet Weaver

1938 ~ 2023

The Weaver family wishes to invite you to a Celebration of Life for Janet that will be held at the Tomslake Community Centre in the classroom where she taught for so many years, on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 3:00pm. For friends so wishing, donations may be made in memory of Janet to the South Peace Hospice Palliative Care Society, #3-929-106 Avenue, Dawson Creek, British Columbia, V1G 2N9.

Very Respectfully, Reynars Funeral Home & Crematorium

Pork loin is a quintessential Mexican dish. It can be prepared in many ways with rich spices.

Stuffed Loin of Pork

Serves 6

3 to 31⁄2 pounds boneless pork loin, butterflied and ready for stuffing

For the stuffing

1⁄3 cup raisins

1⁄2 cup dry white wine

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 onion, sliced

2 garlic cloves, crushed

1⁄2 teaspoon ground cloves

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

11⁄4 pounds ground pork

2⁄3 cup vegetable stock

2 tomatoes

1⁄2 cup chopped almonds

1⁄2 teaspoon each salt and ground black pepper

1. Make the stuffing. Put the raisins and wine in a bowl. Set aside. Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onion and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes over low heat.

2. Add the cloves and cinnamon, then the pork. Cook, stirring, until the pork has browned. Add the stock. Simmer, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes.

3. While the pork is simmering, peel the tomatoes. Cut a cross in the bottom of each tomato, then put them both in a heatproof bowl. Pour in boiling water to cover. Leave the tomatoes in this water for 3 minutes, then lift them out on a slotted spoon and plunge them into a bowl of cold water. Drain. The skins will have begun to peel back from the crosses.

4. Remove the skins completely, then chop the flesh.

5. Stir the tomatoes and almonds into the pork mixture, add the raisins and wine. Cook until the mixture is reduced to a thick sauce. Let cool.

6. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Open out the pork loin and trim it neatly. Season the pork stuffing with salt and pepper to taste. Spread on the surface of the meat in a neat layer, taking it right to the edges and keeping it as even as possible.

7. Roll up the pork loin carefully and tie it at intervals with kitchen string. Weigh the pork and calculate the cooking time at 30 minutes per pound, plus another 30 minutes.

8. Put the stuffed pork loin in a roasting pan, season with salt and pepper, and roast for the calculated time. When the loin is cooked, transfer it to a meat platter, place a tent of aluminum foil over it, and let it stand for 10 minutes before carving and serving with the roasted vegetables of your choice. TF235019

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Weed Sprayer

2225 Tools

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2239 Grain Vacs & Extractors

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

3535 Livestock

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

3539 Poultry

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

3563 Dogs

2231

Tractors: (100 - 300 HP) 1980 Allis Chalmers 7080 Tractor for Sale. 185HP, Cab. $14,000 Call 780-834-0479 or 780-685-2374

1205 Career Opportunities

Custom Built Livestock Shelters, Windbreak Panels and Rig Mats Built to Order. Delivery Options. 780-518-7469

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1205 Career Opportunities

We are looking for an experienced

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This is a role requiring technical expertise, strong independent skills, and a keen desire to win

We need sales leadership in Fort St John, Taylor, Hudson Hope Dawson Creek, Chetwynd, and Tumbler Ridge

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•Achieve monthly, quarterly and annual targets

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•Understand the current media landscape, traditional and new

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•Contribute to the success and growth of the sales team and the overall revenue

•Proactively review client’s digital footprint and digital business practices to enable needs analysis selling

•Exposure or experience with Challenger Sales mindset

•Demonstration of strong background in one or more of the following: Website development, SEO, SEM, Social Media, Display Advertising, Video and/or Brand Identity

•Google AdWords and Analytics certification is an asset

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Personal Qualities

•Self-motivated with the ability to find creative resolutions and drive results

•Effective time management

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•Personable, understanding, objective and honest

•Outstanding relationship building skills

Salary, commission and bene ts based on experience

To apply please contact William Julian at wj@ahnfsj.ca

No phone calls please

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

4025 Health Services Dawson Creek Dental Centre 1024 103 Ave, Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-4440 Mile Zero Denture Clinic 103-816 103 Ave, Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-6004

4530 Hotels/ Motels

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NOTICE OF PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE

SECTION 21 OF THE COMMUNITY CHARTER, SBC 2003, C. 26

The District of Chetwynd (the “District”) intends to provide assistance to Tansi Friendship Center Society Tatawaw Emergency Shelter address 5301 South Access Road, Chetwynd, BC V0C1J0 (the “Company”), pursuant to Section 21 of the Community Charter. The assistance will provide under a partnering agreement between the District and the Company dated May 1, 2023 and will be in the form of a grant (the “Grant”) up to a maximum of $5000.00 as a part of the District’s Business Façade Improvement Program. Funding for the program is provided to the District by the province’s Northern Development Initiative Trust. The purpose of the Grant is to encourage business owners or commercial tenants to invest in building façade upgrades to enhance the appearance of the community, encourage tourism and economic development in the District and support recruitment of new business and residents. For further information, please contact Ellen McAvany at 250-401-4113 or email emcavany@gochetwynd.com.

NOTICE OF PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE

SECTION 21 OF THE COMMUNITY CHARTER, SBC 2003, C. 26

The District of Chetwynd (the “District”) intends to provide assistance to Northern Lights College Daycare facility address 4916 52nd Avenue SW, Chetwynd, BC V0C 1J0 (the “Company”), pursuant to Section 21 of the Community Charter. The assistance will provide under a partnering agreement between the District and the Company dated May 1, 2023 and will be in the form of a grant (the “Grant”) up to a maximum of $5000.00 as a part of the District’s Business Façade Improvement Program. Funding for the program is provided to the District by the province’s Northern Development Initiative Trust. The purpose of the Grant is to encourage business owners or commercial tenants to invest in building façade upgrades to enhance the appearance of the community, encourage tourism and economic development in the District and support recruitment of new business and residents. For further information, please contact Ellen McAvany at 250-401-4113 or email emcavany@gochetwynd.com.

ARIES – MAR 21/APR 20

Aries, even though you have been making great progress, you have some more work ahead of you this week. Overcome any distractions that get in your way.

TAURUS – APR 21/MAY 21

Taurus, you may want to avoid crowds this week. Use this opportunity to enjoy some quiet, alone time to recharge. There will be time for socialization in the weeks ahead.

GEMINI – MAY 22/JUN 21

You may be called in as a mediator this week, Gemini. It may be challenging to remain impartial, as you are friendly with both people involved. Tread carefully.

CANCER – JUN 22/JUL 22

Cancer, there are a few decisions that you will need to make in the days to come and they are not to be taken lightly. Give each ample time and consider all angles.

LEO – JUL 23/AUG 23

An opportunity all but falls into your lap, Leo. Make sure you jump on this because opportunity may not knock again. The benefits are too big to pass up.

VIRGO – AUG 24/SEPT 22

There is not much more help you can lend to a situation, Virgo. This week you may have to accept that you have simply done all that you could do. Move on and focus on the future.

LIBRA – SEPT 23/OCT 23

Expect some strange things to happen to you this week, Libra. The unexpected could be the breath of fresh air you need, especially if your schedule has been stagnant.

SCORPIO – OCT 24/NOV 22

Scorpio, assist a loved one as much as you can this week. You may need to be a devoted caregiver or a listening ear. Whatever the case, handle it with undivided attention.

SAGITTARIUS – NOV 23/DEC 21

Sagittarius, a deep focus on health may compel you to get around to making some changes you’ve been planning. Embrace this newfound resolve.

CAPRICORN – DEC 22/JAN 20

Capricorn, allow others to take the lead when a project ends up coming across your desk.You could learn something from the expertise of others if you emulate their actions.

AQUARIUS – JAN 21/FEB 18

Aquarius, you have left no stone unturned in a situation that involves relocation. Now it is just a matter of wait and see. Give it a few weeks, then move on.

PISCES – FEB 19/MAR 20

Pisces, others have very positive things to say about you, especially during the course of the next few days. Relish in their attention.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

APRIL 30 Dianna Agron, Actress (37)

MAY 1 Jamie Dornan, Actor (41)

MAY 2 Dwayne Johnson, Actor (51)

MAY 3 Cheryl Burke, Dancer (39)

MAY 4 Lance Bass, Singer (44)

MAY 5 Adele, Singer (35)

MAY 6 George Clooney, Actor (62)

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