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DC U16 V-ball girls wrap season at 2023 Volleyball Nationals

Talk about a season with silver linings.

The U16 girls finished their season with a silver medal at the 2023 Volleyball Canada Nationals held in Calgary on May 11-13.

“We entered the tournament seeded 88th of 206 teams from

across Canada and 26th in Alberta, which was exactly as expected based on the results of the regular season. The tournament is structured to have teams seeded and play in tiers based on their respective provincial results,” said head coach Terri Spencer.

“We entered the tournament with a short bench as Tessa Chipps

remained home due to the wild fires near her farm and Anneka Lekstrom suffered a knee injury.

The girls showed tenacity as a number of them played positions they hadn’t played previously and they showed true teamwork as they helped each other through.

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Nationals wraps the season for the team. Terri Spencer (coach), Sophia Amano, Anneka Lekstrom, Jasmine Vigar, Amy Brett, Bev Vigar (coach) Front: Keira Heartt, Arielle Spencer, Hannah Legault, Tyler Schmidt.

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Work stopped on two sections of Coastal GasLink pipeline

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Rapid spring melt has prompted TC Energy to pause work on two sections of the 670-kilometre natural gas pipeline.

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On Tuesday, the company announced that it had paused work on a 20-km section near the Anzac River north of Prince George roughly two weeks ago. On Thursday, the company it announced it had stopped construction on a roughly 10-km section of the pipeline south of Houston.

“Environmental experts are currently on site working with our Prime contractor to address the affected area, which has been subject to unprecedented rapid spring melt conditions. Higher than normal temperatures and

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snowpack conditions continue to present challenges across the province, including key areas of Coastal GasLink’s project route,” a statement issued on Thursday said. “Construction on certain critical areas will continue where conditions permit, with ramp up back to full construction expected in early summer.”

Thursday’s stoppage happened in concurrence with a stop work order from the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office (EAO), while the stoppage near Prince George was done ahead of a stop work order being issued this week.

“Our construction execution plans incorporate a period of reduced work every spring, with the focus of work shifting to erosion and

PRRD closes services due to fires

With multiple Evacuation Orders for the Red Creek and Stoddart Creek wildfires, the PRRD has noted a handful of water and transfer stations are closed - as well as one regional park, and many community halls.

Both the Buick Water Station located at 14853 Buick Creek Road, and the Prespatou Water Station, located at 21869 Triad Road are

closed until further notice.

As of presstime - the following Transfer Stations were also closed:

Buick Creek Transfer Station:

19468 Aitken Creek Rd

Prespatou Transfer Station: 13139 Altona Road

Mile 62.5 Transfer Site: 14106 Dump Road

Rose Prairie Transfer Station:

sediment control. In addition to ongoing ESC work, primary activities in this section include excavating, installing pipe, and backfilling,” the TC Energy statement said. “We currently have over 700 workers dedicated to monitoring conditions and implementing erosion and sediment control (ESC) measures as required across the project, including 23 Certified Professionals in Erosion and Sediment Control whose roles are to ensure we are ready to respond and adapt should additional situations require it.”

Construction of the pipeline was 89 per cent complete as of the Thursday update, and expected to be finished by the end of this year.

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Goodlow Transfer Station: 13197 Clayhurst Rd

The Montney Centennial Regional Park is closed as well as the Buick Creek Arena and Rodeo grounds, the North Peace Fall Fair Grounds and the Cache Creek Community Hall.

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from the front - DC U16 V-ball girls wrap season

Day 1 featured round robin play based on original seeding as set by Volleyball Canada and the team faced off against 3 teams - the Venom Vipers (ON #23), the Jr. Cascade Ascend (BC #19), and the Jr. Bison Brown (MB #8).

“We went 2-1, taking the wins from Venom and Cascade but fell short against a big team from Manitoba. Keira Heartt was an absolute force to be reckoned with in the middle with her powerful attacking and tough serving,” adds Spencer.

On Day 2, the tournament pools were reconfigured to seed teams together by day 1 ranking (power pools).

“We faced some tough competition, taking

a win from SAS Green (AB #23) but losses against Ace of Diamonds Red (AB #22) and Smashers (ON #21). Despite the losses, this was some of the best volleyball I’ve seen our team play all season.”

The strongest game was against Ace of Diamonds Red, where Jasmine Vigar and Arielle Spencer lead the way with 35 attacks and some steller serving at 90% respectively.

Day 3 featured an 8-team tournament in each of 26 tiers. The DCVC team ended in Tier 11 and saw wins in the quarter-finals against the Regina Rave (SK #6) and semi-finals against Route 20 (SK #8). The final game was a matchup agains the Smashers (ON #21) in a repeat of Day 2’s game.

“The team ran out of steam and couldn’t catch

the win, but played amazing and did what they could agains the tall, hard-hitting team from Ontario. A silver medal win in Tier 11 was the result and, as their coach, I couldn’t have been prouder of the way they played,” adds Spencer.

“This team is small but fierce and they have to work exceptionally hard against the larger teams that we often face. I am very proud of their accomplishments as a team from a small community who grinds for their wins.”

Nationals wraps up the season for this team. During the summer, a couple of the players will be playing beach volleyball while others will be trying out for the Team BC program.

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The Mirror’s serial comic strip for 2023 is War on Crime

War on Crime was conceived, at least in part, by FBI director Edgar J. Hoover, who intended it as a public relations exercise. It was designed to counteract the current portrayals of G-men as lone mavericks. Instead, the strip showed the FBI as a formidable and well-oiled organization that was under the direct control of the director.

The strip launched on May 18, 1936 appearing in 45 newspapers. It was written by crime reporter Rex Collier, who was a personal friend of Hoover. The illustrations were initially provided by Kemp Sterrett who after a year was replaced by Jimmy Thompson.

All the stories featured in the War on Crime were real-life cases, and personally vetted by Hoover. The strip chronicled the demise of such infamous characters as: Ma Barker, Baby Face Nelson and John Dillinger.

The strip finished its run on January 22, 1938.

With two people are killed and 480 people are injured in 1,800 crashes in BC on average each Victoria Day long weekend, ICBC is telling drivers to slow it down. - with BC roads expected to be busier than ever.

Police will be targeting speeding drivers with increased enforcement this long weekend in

ICBC: take it slow over the summer

pack an emergency kit in your vehicle in case you get stuck or stranded.

With the warm weather comes more motorcyclists, pedestrians, cyclists and recreational vehicles on our roads. Reduce your speed, increase your following distance and watch for vulnerable road users.

Be courteous – don’t speed up as someone is trying to pass you. Help the other driver get back into your lane by adjusting your speed to allow a safe gap for them to move into.

as taxis, ride hailing, transit or shuttle services. Set up relevant apps on your cell phone so you can relax knowing you have a plan to get home safely.

Statistics:

Over V ictoria Day long weekend, on average, 15 people are injured in 110 crashes in northern B.C. every year.*

Over Victoria Day long weekend, on average, two people are killed and 480 people are injured in 1,800 crashes in B.C.

support of this month’s campaign.

Driving tips:

Give yourself extra time and expect roads to be busy whether you’re staying in town or travelling. If you’re heading out on a road trip, plan your route and check road conditions at drivebc. ca. Do a pre-trip check to make your vehicle is in good working condition before you head out and

Avoid distractions that take your mind and eyes off the road. Distracted driving is a top contributing factor in May long weekend crashes so stay focused and leave your phone alone.

Watch for road signs indicating wildlife may be present. You may see animals feeding on plants near the roadside this spring. Be very alert at dusk and dawn when animals are most likely to be on the road.

If you’ll be going out for drinks this long weekend, plan ahead for a safe ride home. Look into local options if you’re out of town such

Over V ictoria Day long weekend, on average, 340 people are injured in 1100 crashes in the Lower Mainland every year.*

Over Victoria Day long weekend, on average, 61 people are injured in 260 crashes on Vancouver Island every year.*

Over Victoria Day long weekend, on average, 61 people are injured in 270 crashes in the Southern Interior every year.*

*ICBC crash and injur y data and police fatality data are based on five year average (2017 to 2021).

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It was thumbs up for the Pouce Coupe Museum’s 2023 opening with curator Les Dayus, Pouce councillor James Wall, Mayor Dani Veach and councillor Kurt Rabel. BROWN

On-the-ground projects to help at-risk-species in the Peace

The Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program (FWCP) is funding a number of projects to help at-risk species in the Peace region.

The FWPC’s Peace Region board has approved $1.6 million in funding for 28 fish and wildlife projects in 2023-2024.

The funding will support for on-the-ground projects such as restoring abandoned resource roads in the habitat of the Chase caribou herd, improving habitat for moose, enhancing waterfowl

nesting habitat with nest boxes and floating islands, and improving fish passage.

Funding will also help project partners carry out research to inform longterm recovery for key species.

The Peace Region board approved funding for Motus tracking of birds and bats—such as the little brown myotis bat and the bank swallow—to help identify critical habitat conservation measures, and for assessing habitat needs for the at-risk olivesided flycatcher.

They are also supporting a Nak’azdli Whut’en project to use GPS collars to track wolves in the range of the Wolverine caribou herd, which will provide critical information to develop conservation and enhancement actions to support the herd’s recovery.

“We’re funding a wide range of projects to fill data gaps and inform next steps for on-the-ground work that will enhance habitat for priority species in the Peace Region,” says Chelsea Coady, the FWCP’s Peace Region manager.

“We continue to support local First Nations in their conservation efforts, including Nak’azdli Whut’en, a Nation we’re providing project funding to for the first time this year.”

Other projects approved this year also include environmental education for First Nation youth, nesting enhancements for waterfowl, improving fish passage, and projects that will benefit, Stone’s sheep, bull trout, Arctic grayling, grizzly bear, and birds.

The FWCP is a partnership between BC Hydro, the Province of B.C., Fisheries and Oceans

Canada, First Nations, and public stakeholders to conserve and enhance fish and wildlife in watersheds impacted by BC Hydro dams with annual funding from BC Hydro.

Across B.C., the FWCP has approved approximately $10.2 million for 89 projects in its Coastal, Columbia, and Peace regions to support regional fish and wildlife priorities.

An interactive map of the Peace Region projects is available on the FWCP’s website.

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It is time to re-awaken the mind, body, and consciousness this month at the Crossroads.

The Happy on Main Metaphysical Centre’s Crossroads Expo is gearing up for a second year of spiritual healing with more than 30 registered vendors, including a trio of presenters.

Jenn Webber, Janelle Husch and June Palmer will be bringing all kinds of information and spiritual

direction to the Exposition.

Jenn Webber is all about belief coding.

“It is basically helping the subconscious achieve and overcoming trapped emotions,” says Webber with Creative Wellness, adding it’s about overcoming limiting beliefs.

“Many times, previous times in our lives we have been shut down – have affected us and now we deny because we have a mental block and have trapped this emotion,” she says.

“These we carry with us

forever until we learn to release them.”

Janelle Husch with ‘Intentions’ will be bringing a bit of everything to the Crossroads ’23.

“Entomology is a real showcase of expressions of nature. It’s not cookie cutter stuff, but one-of-a kind pieces,” she says.

Husch says the first Expo brought a lot of positive vibes.

“There was some great vibes off year one – with all walks of life. It was a fun celebration and I’m looking forward to this year.

June Palmer with Mikwan Energy Works will be bringing intuitive crystals to the Crossroads.

“The Expo is unique ability to provide healing connection. It is a great opportunity.”

Palmer will be conducting a demonstration on mindfulness and bringing some sound alchemy with some singing crystal bowls.

The weekend is also a fundraiser for Palmer and family – who recently lost her home to wildfires. A collection will be taken at the door.

The Crossroads Expo goes at the George Dawson Inn May 27 and 28 – kicking off at 10am each morning, hosted by the Happy on Main Metaphysical Centre.

“First 25 people through the doors Saturday and Sunday receive a BONUS Keepsake Swag Bag,” says Claudette Huber with Happy on Main. editor@dcdn.ca

Fundraiser for FSJ Ukraine family

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Vlad Volodymyr drove seven hours with his one-day old son - through wildfire detours to be with wife and mother Maryna - transferred to Edmonton with a serious brain tumour.

During the last months of pregnancy, Maryna was diagnosed – and after delivery last week of her second child, she was immediately sent to Edmonton for emergency surgery.

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The first operation to try to remove the tumour was unsuccessful - the second time they were able to remove the majority of the tumour to send for biopsy.

Maryna remains in critical condition as they still don’t know the long term effects of the surgery or the results of the biopsy.

Vlad, Maryna’s husband, and newborn baby are staying a friends in Edmonton while the Vlad is trying to relocate the family to Edmonton with a long road full of unknowns ahead of them.

Both Vlad’s and Maryna’s parents are currently trying to come to Canada to be with their family during this time – and friends are organizing this fundraiser to support Vlad Volodymyr and Maryna’s family during an unimaginably difficult time.

Doctors have found the tumor in a hard-toreach area of the brain, making its removal complex and risky. Maryna’s path to recovery is uncertain, but it’s clear that regardless of the outcome, Vlad and his children will need to relocate to Edmonton.

Maryna and Vlad have lived in Canada for seven years. In 2013, Vlad moved to Fort St John and attend the social working program at the Northern Lights College while working at the Salvation Army.

With their immediate family still in Europe, the funds will be used to;

- fly Vlad’s mother from Europe, to live with them, and assist with newborn care.

- rent in Edmonton for the next six months.

Home ownership costs up across northern BC

Northern and central B.C. saw an average 13.2 per cent increase in home ownership costs between 2021 and 2022, according to a report released by the BC Northern Real Estate Board.

The average Housing Affordability Indicator score – the percentage of a median household income needed to cover the major costs of home ownership of a house bought that year: mortgage payments, property taxes, fees and utilities – increased from 18.4 per cent in 2021 to 31.6 per cent in 2022, the real estate board reported. The area covered by the BC Northern Real Estate Board covers communities from 100 Mile House and north.

“Affordability worsened in 2022 for a second consecutive year in all measured northern B.C. communities,” the report says. “Prince George, 100 Mile House, Quesnel, Smithers, and Williams Lake all recorded significant deterioration, with affordability worsening by more than 10 (per cent).”

100 Mile House had the highest Housing

Affordability Indicator score at 61.6 per cent, driven largely by the low median household income in the community.

Prince George and Smithers were tied as the second-least affordable measured communities in northern B.C. at 37.6 per cent, followed by Terrace (36 per cent), Prince Rupert (34.4 per cent), Quesnel (34.2 per cent), Williams Lake (34 per cent), Kitimat (22.3 per cent) and Fort St. John (21.2 per cent).

According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, for housing to be considered affordable it must cost less than 30 per cent of a household’s before-tax income. The average cost of owning a single-family house in the BC Northern Real Estate Board area rose above that level for the first time in 2022.

“In all measured communities, except Kitimat, the average price for a detached single-family home in northern BC increased in 2022 over 2021. For Smithers, 100 Mile House, Williams Lake, and Prince George,

- groceries for a family of four for the next six months.

- fly Maryna’s parents to Edmonton so they can be with their daughter during this critical time.

- miscellaneous expenses to ensure that Maryna’s children and husband can spend as much quality time together as possible.

For more information see Support for Vlad and Maryna: A Family in Need, organized by Paul Omelchenko on gofund.me

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the increase was significant,” the report says. “Prince George recorded the highest average sales price (in north-central B.C.) at $524,221.”

SmileCookies2023-therecordcrumbles!

ThankyouDawsonCreek,TumblerRidgeandeverywhere inbetweenforanotherfantasticfundraiser!

SmilesaboundedonTuesday,May16asGillianandKyleMacDonald,ownersoftheDawsonCreek TimHortonsrestaurants,presentedachequefor $31,352.54 toBretteMaddenandHeather KohleroftheDawsonCreekandDistrictHospitalFoundation.

Becomingamonthlydonorisagreatwayto supporttheDawsonCreekandDistrictHospital Foundationandourcommunityweserve.Hereare somereasonswhyyoumightconsiderbecominga monthlydonor:

ConsistentSupport: Bymakingamonthly donation,youareprovidingconsistentsupportto theHospitalFoundation.Thishelpsusplanand budgetforthefutureandensuresthatwecan continuetoprovidesupporttotheHospitaland RotaryManor.

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TaxBenefits: MonthlydonationstotheHospital Foundationaretax-deductible,soyoucanenjoy thetaxbenefitsofcharitablegivingwhilealso supportingacausethatyoucareabout.

“WearesogratefultohavesuchdedicatedandgenerouspartnersintheMacDonaldsinDawson Creek,”remarkedBretteMadden,HospitalFoundationBoardpresident.“Theirgenerositythrough theSmileCookiecampaignhasgrowneveryyearandhelpsusensurethatourHospitaland RotaryManorreceivethevitalequipmenttheyneed.”

Since2013,ourlocalTimHortonsSmileCook iecampaignhasraisedover$150,000forthe DawsonCreekandDistrictHospitalFoundationinsupportoftheHospitalandRotaryManor.“We believeintheimportanceofgivingback,”saidGillianMacDonald.“TheSmileCookiecampaignis anexcellentexampleofthegenerosityofourcommunitycomingtogethertofundraise.”

Pleasevisitourwebsiteformorephotos,videos andfunfromthisyear’sSmileCookiecampaign: dchospitalfoundation.ca

CommunitySupport:Bybecomingamonthly donor,youarejoiningacommunityofpeople whoarecommittedtosupportingtheHospital Foundationandthecommunitywelivein.

Overall,becomingamonthlyHospitalFoundation donorisagreatwaytosupportourHospitaland RotaryManorwhileknowingthatyouaremaking adifferenceinthelivesofthoseinourcommunity.

Readytobecomeamonthlydonor? Please contactHeatherKohler,ExecutiveDirectorofthe DawsonCreekandDistrictHospitalFoundation, today! heather.kohler@northernhealth.ca Thankyouforyourgeneroussupport! TheHospitalandRotaryManor relyonus...werelyonyou.

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BC SPCA ready to help pet guardians affected by northern wildfires

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The BC SPCA is ready to help pets - and their ownersimpacted by out-of-control wildfires north of Fort St. John.

Staff and volunteers have already evacuated a total of 21 animals in their care to the BC SPCA’s South Peace location. Animals in the Prince George and Quesnel centres are in the process of being moved to Kamloops to create space for possible further evacuations.

“We’re ready to assist pet guardians,” says Jamey Blair, BC SPCA’s senior manager, animal care services for Interior/ North.

“This is a stressful time and whether it is pet food and supplies or emergency boarding, we want to be there to take some of the burden off pet guardians who are evacuated from their homes.”

Blair adds if anyone requires assistance or has inquiries about emergency services for animals, they should call the BC SPCA’s Animal Helpline at 1-855-622-7722. Donations can be made at spca.bc.ca/donations/emergencyalert

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Peace Region court docket: May 5-11, 2023

- Jesse Grydon Fuerst (born 1999) was sentenced to one year probation and ordered to provide a DNA sample for asssault with a weapon, committed in Dawson Creek.

- Cameron Myron Coates (born 1998) was ordered to pay $2,400 restitution and fined $100 plus a $15 victim surcharge for resisting or obstructing an officer from exercising duty under the Wildlife Act, committed in Fort St. John.

sentenced to one day in jail and ordered to provide a DNA sample for assault by choking, committed in Fort St. John. Wellard was in custody for 77 days prior to sentencing.

- Anthony Solomon

a one-year $500 peace bond after an allegation of causing fear of injury or damage in Charlie Lake.

mnielsen@pgcitizen.ca

- Freddy Martin Ominayak (born 1985) was sentenced to three years and 1/2 months, issued a lifetime firearms prohibition and ordered to provide a DNA sample for discharging a firearm with intent to wound or disfigure and aggravated

assault, committed in Dawson Creek. Ominayak was in custody for 508 days prior to sentencing.

- Kevin Wayne Cuthill born 1965) was sentenced to one year probation and fined $500 plus a $75 victim surcharge for mischief $5,000 or under, committed in Tumbler Ridge.

- Lucas Ralph Wellard (born 1980) was

Bottle (born 1971) was prohibited from driving for one year, sentenced to 60 days probation and fined $1,000 plus $150 in victim surcharges for two counts of driving while driver’s licence is suspended under the Motor Vehicle Act, committed in Dawson Creek.

Mark Nielsen mnielsen@pgcitizen.ca

- Quintin James Maxwell (born 1976) was issued

Mile Zero tent city firing up?

According to City of Dawson Creek bylaws (12.1) no person may erect, construct, or build, or cause to be erected, constructed, or built, in or on any Park any tent, building, shelter, pavilion, or other construction whatsoever without

the prior written permission of the Council.

Open for squatters?

However, did you know that notwithstanding Section 12.1 of the city bylaw, where there is no accessible shelter accommodation available in the City, a Homeless Person may, without the prior

written permission of the Council, as set out in Section 12.1, erect and occupy a Temporary Shelter in a Park, in those Parks listed in Park Dedication Bylaw No. 4126 2011, as amended or replaced from time to time, between the hours of 10:00 p.m. on one day and 9:00 a.m. of the following day?

This is provided that the

Homeless Person: a. Not erect the Temporary Shelter until after 10:00 p.m. on one day; b. Take down and remove the Temporary Shelter from the Park prior to 9:00 a.m. of the following day; c. Comply with all other provisions of this Bylaw.

editor@dcdn.ca

Photo - along 8th Street to greet early morning supporters on McHappy Day.

This full colour feature will salute the 2023 graduates of the South Peace. The Dawson Creek Mirror is putting together our Annual Graduation Feature. It will include pictures of all the graduates, as well as congratulatory messages from family, friends, and businesses. After 12 years of school, Dawson Creek and area students deserve something special. Join us in congratulating the graduates of the South Peace!

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Wildland

Fire Safety

Action steps for around your home:

• CLEAR leaves and other vegetative debris from roofs, gutters, porches and decks. This helps prevent embers from igniting your home.

• REMOVE dead vegetation and other items from under your deck or porch, and within 10 feet of the house.

• SCREEN in areas below patios and decks with wire mesh to prevent debris and combustible materials from accumulating.

• REMOVE flammable materials (wood piles, propane tanks) within 30 feet of your home’s foundation and outbuildings, including garages and sheds. If it can catch fire, don’t let it touch your house, deck or porch.

• Wildfire can spread to tree tops. PRUNE trees so the lowest branches are 6 to 10 feet from the ground.

• KEEP your lawn hydrated and maintained. If it is brown, cut it down to reduce fire intensity. Dry grass and shrubs are fuel for wildfire.

• Don’t let debris and lawn cuttings linger. DISPOSE of these items quickly to reduce fuel for fire.

• INSPECT shingles or roof tiles. Replace or repair the shingles that are loose or missing to prevent ember penetration.

• COVER exterior attic vents with metal wire mesh no larger than 1/8 inch to prevent sparks from entering the home.

• ENCLOSE eaves and screen soffit vents using 1/8 mesh metal screening to prevent ember entry.

Every year, wildfires burn across the U.S., and more and more people are living where wildfires are a real risk. But by working together, residents can make their own property — and their neighborhood — much safer from wildfire.

Every year, wildfires burn across the U.S., and more and more people are living where wildfires are a real risk. But by working together, residents can make their own property — and their neighborhood — much safer from wildfire.

AND DON’T FOrGET...

The more actions a community takes, the more fire adapted it becomes. Learn how you can make a difference in your community. Visit www.fireadapted.org and www.firewise.org for more information.

FACT

• There are more than 45 million homes near or in the wildland.

www.nfpa.org/education

• More than 72,000 U.S. communities are now at risk from wildfire.

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1043 News of the Day

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1055 Coming Events

Acquired 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/ 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)

1060 Community Notes

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.

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

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

2060 For SaleMiscellaneous

Fuel Stand for 300 to 500 gallon tank.

Call/Text Greg at 780512-1207 or 780-5389115

Large quantity of barnwood available. Various widths and lengths. Rycroft area. Call Jim 780-8141215

2065 For Trade

Insulated 44in-x-7ft trailer ideal for hunting/camping will trade for flatdeck/box-trailer 250-782-5873

2146 Wanted

Wanted free fill, dirt or gravel. dyoungdawson@gmail.com

FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM 250-782-2424

In Loving Memory of

With the heaviest of hearts, we would like to let all our friends and extended families know on May 2, 2023, Mal went on his forever fishing trip. The last year has been very challenging, but Mal held his head high and “cowboyed” up, as he always liked to call it. He is now with all his pets, family, and friends, where the fish are plentiful, the grass is green, and the air is rich. He’s bound to find the big one that he spent many years looking for. When fishing, throw a cast out for Mal, feed a bird, or enjoy the fresh air and sounds of nature. That’s what he’d want us all to do. As he requested, there will be just a party in his honour set at a later date. He will be missed by many terribly, but Mal didn’t leave. He just went home. The “Reel Legend”, “Our old Chum”, The Rodfather”. Love, Diane, Sydney, and Deni

June 10 – 8:00 am

at Rolla Cemetery

AGM to follow with refreshments and Goodies!

year again, when the cemetery needs some sprucing up. Come out and enjoy the weather and fellowship of neighbors working together. Bring your rakes, lawn mowers, lawn trimmers, brooms & a friend!

Please note: All flowers, ornaments & decorations need to be removed from grave sites prior to June 10. Otherwise they will be removed for the cleanup and may be destroyed

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Malcolm “Mal” Ridley

Dessert is as easy as apple pie

Grandma’s Apple Pie

Servings: 8 slices

Double Crust Pie Pastry (see note below)

1 large egg, beaten

6 to 7 cups apples, peeled and sliced, about 2 pounds

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1⁄2 cup granulated sugar

3 tablespoons flour

1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1⁄8 teaspoon nutmeg

1. Preheat oven to 425 F.

2. Peel apples and cut in quarters. Remove the core and slice apples into 1⁄4-inch to 1⁄8-inch thick.

3. In a large bowl, combine apples, lemon juice, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss well to combine and set aside.

4. Roll half of the dough into a 12-inch circle. Line a 9-inch pie plate with the pastry dough. Fill with apple filling.

5. Roll the remaining crust and gently place it over the apple mixture. Seal the edges by gently pinching the top and bottom crusts together. You can fold or decorate the edges by crimping or pressing with a fork. Remove any excess dough.

6. Beat the egg and 2 teaspoons of water or milk. Cut 4 to 5 slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Brush with egg mixture and sprinkle with sugar (optional).

7. Place the pie plate on a baking pan lined with parchment paper. This is optional but will catch any drips or spills.

8. Bake at 425 F for 15 minutes, reduce heat to 375 F, and bake an additional 35 to 40 minutes or until the crust is golden and the apples are tender.

9. Cool at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce if desired. Note: You can use a premade refrigerated pie crust for this pie, or try making a homemade pastry with the recipe below.

Flaky Homemade Pie Crust

Makes a double pie crust

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

7 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

7 tablespoons shortening, cubed

1⁄3 to 2⁄3 cups ice cold water

1. Combine flour and salt in a large bowl with a whisk.

2. Using a pastry cutter, cut the butter and shortening until the mixture resembles the size of peas.

3. Add ice cold water a tablespoon at a time to one area of the dough and mix with a fork. Move to one side of the bowl and continue adding water just until dough is moistened (you don’t want it to be sticky).

4. Once mixed, use your hands to quickly and gently fold over the dough a couple of times. Divide into two balls.

5. Roll each of the balls into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. Use as needed in your recipe, or wrap and refrigerate to use later. PC235952

SOUTH PEACE HOSPICE PALLIATIVE

Annual General Meeting

June 19, 2023 at 7:00 pm

Memberships are now due at $5.00 per year. This membership entitles you to vote at our annual general meeting and to be involved with hospice care in our community. There are several ways of being involved in palliative care. Please register by June 15th by Phone 250782-3261 or email sphpcs@pris.ca if attending by Zoom. Once registered a ZOOM link will be emailed to registrants before the AGM.

All members Welcome

SAY NO to FAKE NEWS! 63% of Canadians can’t tell the difference between real and fake news. Support reliable LOCAL journalism. Join the list www.newspapersmatter.ca.

Want some more bang for your buck?

Ask your sales rep about the Mile 0 Connections Business Directory 250-782-4888

Located: Bonanza Northwest 33-79-12-W6 Half ownership. (587)726-9002

6065 Real Estate Services Aspen Grove Property Services 1001 102 Ave #104, Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-1088

6505 Apartments/ Condos For Rent BIRCHVIEW MANOR Newly renovated Furnished and Non furnished 1-Bedroom Senior Discount. Bus Stop at Front Door.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS

Property Taxes are due by July 4, 2023

The 2023 Property Tax Notices were mailed on May 12, 2023. Taxpayers, especially NEW OWNERS, who have not received their Tax Notice, should contact City Hall Tax Department immediately at 250.784.3608 or tax_dept@dawsoncreek.ca.

HOME OWNER GRANT – YOU MUST CLAIM EACH YEAR

The Home Owner Grant program is administered by the Province of BC and home owners can apply online www.gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant or by phone 1-888-355-2700. Property Owners are encouraged to pay their property taxes and claim the Provincial Home Owner Grant, if eligible, by July 4, 2023 to avoid penalties. Home Owner Grants are no longer accepted at City Hall.

If you miss the July 4th deadline, a 10% penalty will be applied on the current tax balance if unpaid after the due date as per Municipal Tax Regulation 426/2003.

You can pay your taxes at City Hall or at most financial institutions (including online banking). Please note that credit cards are accepted at City Hall for property taxes with a 2% convenience fee added to the total.

Arliss McKechnie Tax Clerk

Boardroom, 929 106 Ave Dawson Creek

1205 Career Opportunities

1205 Career Opportunities

NorthRiver Midstream is recruiting for temporary and permanent Process Operators and Electricians to join our operations team at our McMahon Gas Plant in Taylor, B.C. These positions are responsible for managing day-to-day operational activities and trouble shooting equipment and/or problems. We are seeking people who possess 4th Class Power Engineering or Journeyman Electrician certifications, and have minimum 1-3 years of experience in a gas processing facility.

Does this sound like you? To learn more and potentially join our team, please visit careers.nrm.ca

We are looking for an experienced

Digital Media Consultant

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

Sports Utilities & 4X4s

2001 Expedition. No Rust, Good Shape, Needs Transmission and repairs, 171,000kms. $800 or Trade. 250-789-3778

9160 Trucks & Vans

Looking to buy a long wheel base Kenworth Truck in good working condition. 250-759-4956

2005 Dodge Dakota. 2WD, Automatic, Gas, 216,921kms, 3.7 V6.

As is. Alberta Registered. $4000. 780766-2893

1983 Ford 6.9-Litre diesel 4WD, Fixer-

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

Key Duties and Responsibilities

•Assist sales team with the development of the digital business category in their territories

•Achieve monthly, quarterly and annual targets

•Ability to clearly articulate the benefits of a digital marketing strategy

•Understand the current media landscape, traditional and new

•Successfully deliver compelling presentations for our digital solutions

•Facilitate the development of online strategies for SMB, and medium to large enterprise clients alike

•Ability to analyze and report on campaign metrics and secure long term business

•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

•Outstanding verbal and written communication

Personal Qualities

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

•Effective time management

•Detail oriented, multi-tasker

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

•Diplomacy, effective listening and public speaking skills

•Personable, understanding, objective and honest

•Outstanding relationship building skills

Salary, commission and bene ts based on experience

To apply please contact Ryan Wallace at rwallace@ahnfsj.ca

ARIES – MAR 21/APR 20

You may struggle to get going this week, Aries. But once you do, it will be full speed ahead. In fact, you may need to slow things down to let others catch up.

TAURUS – APR 21/MAY 21

Taurus, if you are feeling a bit scattered as of late, take some time out of your schedule to meditate and reflect on what is most important to you. Then follow that path.

GEMINI – MAY 22/JUN 21

Gemini, give yourself permission to move slowly this week. If you racing through things, you’re apt to make mistakes. Set your own pace and let things play out as they may.

CANCER – JUN 22/JUL 22

Deadlines could make for a heated week, Cancer. It’s best to remove yourself from any situations before they get out of hand. Offer advice when things cool down.

LEO – JUL 23/AUG 23

Routines are boring you lately, Leo. You may need to shake things up. If you work a set schedule, see if you can go to flex time and look for ways to change.

VIRGO – AUG 24/SEPT 22

Do not let drama that doesn’t involve you sneak into your orbit, Virgo. If you need to distance yourself from others for a while, then do so.

LIBRA – SEPT 23/OCT 23

Libra, others feel you’re giving off some high-strung vibes this week, and they wouldn’t be wrong. Something is weighing on your shoulders. Figure out what it is and lighten the load.

SCORPIO – OCT 24/NOV 22

Scorpio, you’re dishing out all sorts of sage advice but it may be frustrating if others don’t want to take it. All you can do is offer and let others lead their lives.

SAGITTARIUS – NOV 23/DEC 21

Things may be a little rough around the edges lately, and you’ll need to figure out the ways to smooth things over, Sagittarius. Find a few friends who are in your corner.

CAPRICORN – DEC 22/JAN 20

Capricorn, emphasize a slow and methodical approach to a problem with an elusive solution. Slowing things down has a tendency to provide substantial clarity.

AQUARIUS – JAN 21/FEB 18

Disagreements on how to move forward could bring tension at home or work this week, Aquarius. Everyone needs to put their ideas on the table and whittle down the best answer.

PISCES – FEB 19/MAR 20

Don’t compare yourself to others, Pisces; otherwise, you may downplay all of your wonderful attributes. Be proud of who you are.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS

MAY 21 Kevin Quinn, Actor (26)

MAY 22 Daniel Bryan, Wrestler (42)

MAY 23 James Charles, Instagram star (24)

MAY 24 Mark Ballas, Dancer (37)

MAY 25 Brec Bassinger, Actress (24)

MAY 26 Lenny Kravitz, Singer (59)

MAY 27 Paul Bettany, Actor (52)

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LOBSTER FEST2023

TheSouthPeaceOilmen’sAssociationshowcasedtheSouth PeaceDistrictwithanotherfantasticLOBSTERFESTevent onbehalfoftheOilandGasIndustryandtheCommunity.

The16th annualLOBSTERFEST washeldon

May13,2023,attheOVINTIVEVENTCENTREasa

“CelebrationoftheOilandGasIndustry”.

WeareproudtotreatourgueststothehospitalityoftheSouthPeace.

Anauctionwasheldtoraisemoneyforvariouslocalcharitableneeds.RITCHIEBROS.AUCTIONEERS, TERRILRISVOLDANDROBCHAPPELLdidanexceptionaljobofsecuringtopdollarwiththeGENEROSITYOF THEBIDDERSforthemanyITEMSGENEROUSLYDONATEDBYBUSINESSESANDINDIVIDUALS.

THANKYOUTOTHEORGANIZATIONSTHAT

PROVIDEDPEOPLETOASSISTWITHTHEEVENT:

• DawsonCreekFigureSkatingClub

• FrenchImmersionQuebecTripParents

• SouthPeaceandDistrictCrimePreventionAssociation

• JuniorCanadianRangers

• DawsonCreekAirCadets

• SealsSwimClub

• SouthPeaceMotorSportsAssociation

2023DONORS

A&CCylinderHeadsLtd

AmandaKettner

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ARMTEC

Atchison

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BannisterFord

Bearing&Hydraulic

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BingsFurniture

Birchcliff

BlackSteelLeahBlack

BlocklineConsulting

BlueskyDistribution

BostonPizza

BrandtTractor

BrassScissors

BrettWarren

BrianKropp

Brick

Brown’sSocialHouse

CanadianTire

Canvac

Ceda

CelticHomes

CentralCaribou

CurtisYorkTrucking

DarkArcWelding

DawsonCreekGolfClub

DawsonSand&Gravel

Daysinn

DCSkiClub

DeepPhysio

DenaliEnergyServices

DGSAstroServices

DicePetroleum

EarlSwaffieldEnt.

Epscan

FarmingtonFairways

FixxUrbanGrill

FlowersbyCharene

FountainTire

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Harcourts

HBLContracting

HeggeConstruction

HolidayInn

InlandChryslerRideNStyle

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JacquesElectric

JohnDyckTrucking

JTSafetyTraining

KPAC

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Laprairie

LMVEnergyServices

Longhorn

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McLevins

MelissaKlassen

MikeBernier

Mountainviewsafety

MrMikesSteakHouse

MurphyOilCompanyLtd.

NodesConst.

NortechWelding

NorthernMetalicSales

NorthernPeacePetroleum

NorthernSawandPump

OrganizedGrime

OriginalJoe’s

OvintivCentre

ParagonOilfield

Pat’sAutoSupply

PCOilfield

PeaceCountryElectric

PeaceCountryToyota

Peterbuilt

PetersBros.

SPECIALTHANKSTO:

THANKYOUTOTHEMEMBERSOFTHE SOUTHPEACEOILMEN’SASSOCIATION FAMILIESANDFRIENDSTHATPROVIDED VALUABLEHELPINPRESENTINGTHEEVENT JeremyMcDonald,CathyYork,SharonGevatkoff, CharenePratt,JeanHarcourt,AmyKaempf, MaureenCoates,SharleneWeingart,Cydnee York,AngelaReay,AlyssaKeith,SchultzOilfield Services,Nor-KamVacuumPumpingServices StaffattheOvintiveCentre

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PureNorthernSpringWater

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RapidWireline

Rentco

RitchieBros.

Roska

RPMRaptorProMechanics

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SI’sOilfieldHauling

SnapOnTerryMcKay

SoftwareEmporium

Sola’s

SpeedyGlass

SteveHarnellVentures

StewartMechanical

SwampDonkey.

TimHortons

Tourmaline

TrailBlazinPower

TripleKContracting

TryonProfessiinalGroup

UnitedSpring&Brake

WesternTankLining

WillowValleyGreenhouse

ZwicksPlumbing

SPECIALTHANKSTOAUCTIONEERS, TERRILRISVOLD,ANDROBCHAPPELL.