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ENVIRONMENT

Dust storms cover Valemount and area Local: Two massive dust storms raise questions about possible health effects. Joshua Estabrooks

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ast week, on two separate occasions, the Valley was covered with a giant dust cloud. On Wednesday, May 12, wind from the south kicked up a large dust cloud that enveloped Valemount, obscuring the view of the mountains all the way to Tete Jaune. Another massive cloud covered the area on Sunday, May 15. Each event left a layer of fine dust on almost every surface, regardless of if it was outside or inside cars and buildings. The dust, which was obviously kicked up from down Kinbasket Lake, caused some concern among residents, who wondered if breathing in the particles was unhealthy. In response to the concerns, Chief Medical Health Officer for Northern Health, Dr. William Osei, spent some time discussing the possible health effects of breathing in dust. Osei said that generally speaking, the dust is visible, which indicates that it is made up of the larger particulates, or coarse particulates. “If you are not standing in it and you are far away in your house it is not likely to cause any problems. The idea is to get away from it and don’t get exposed. The long term effects of it are not as huge as the finer particulates that we get from industrial and car emissions.” The smaller particulates,

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known as P2.5, are much more devastating as they are the same size as oxygen molecules, so they can get into the blood stream. “They can cause all sorts of oxygenation problems in the lungs, or anywhere blood goes.” Osei said that dust is made up of a variety of sizes, but in general if you can see it, it is not dangerous in the long term. “You shouldn’t expose yourself to anything that is not normal. In some people it might cause an immediate cough or throat irritation, and other people may get things we don’t know about yet. People who have asthma or heart conditions should get enough clean, fully oxygenated air. It is an inconvenience, some people may react badly but in general it is just an annoyance or inconvenience.” When asked about possible long term effects, Osei said that someone who has grown up in a dust free area may have a bit of an advantage over someone who breathes in dust their whole lives, but even those who are exposed to periodic dust storms should be fine. “The larger particles are beaten back by what we call cilia, in the throat and trachea, which look like hair and they are able to beat back any big particles. What also happens the body tends to regenerate. Between the periods that you are facing dust the body regenerates and becomes normal.“

The Big One

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McBride residents (L-R) Neil Gordon, Nelson Schapansky, Philip Schapansky (who caught the fish), John Schapansky and Mark Hamm, with a prize fish that they caught in Moose Lake on Tuesday, May 11. The impressive Lake Trout was 36” long and weighed in at 16.5 pounds.

COMMUNITY

Foul play ruled out in park death Local: RCMP call in forensic team and major crimes unit to investigate. Joshua Estabrooks

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strange call last week brought out the Valemount RCMP, a Prince George Forensic team and the Major Crimes Unit to Mount Robson Park. On May 12,

“It looks like they just stopped there to enjoy the view and never made it out.”~ Cst. Howard Price

Valemount RCMP were notified by BC Parks employees of an unconscious male in a vehicle at the West

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Fraser river crossing near the Mount Fitzwilliam trail head. Constable Howard Price said that police attended the scene, and immediately called in a Forensic Identification Unit as well as the Major Crimes Unit out of Prince George. “It’s been our practice when we find somebody to treat everything as suspicious until we can do otherwise, so that’s why we called in the Prince George units.” The investigators quickly ruled out foul play, and turned the investigation over to the BC Coroner’s office. “At this point the RCMP will be assisting the coroner in their investigation. It will be continuing.” The middle-aged male is from the Edmonton area, said Price, but his name is being withheld until the RCMP can notify his next of kin. With regards to the cause of death, Price said that they will have to wait until the coroner finishes their investigation, but it seems as though the male suffered some sort of medical issue. “It looks like he just stopped there to enjoy the view and never made it out.”

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scrap crap tires lay the groundwork for environmental stewardship in BC BC is one of the nation’s leaders when it comes to ensuring that tires are disposed of in environmentally responsible ways. For every new tire sold in the province, the retailer collects an Advance Disposal Fee, or eco fee, which it submits to TSBC. All of the fees collected, ranging from $5 to $35 per tire (based on size), go exclusively towards the scrap tire recycling program in BC.

From our everyday commute to those welldeserved summer road trips, our car tires log thousands of kilometres a year taking us where we need to be. Most of us don’t really think about our vehicles tires until the time comes to invest in new ones, and fewer still think about the hundreds of thousands of scrap tires which clogged our landfills for decades. Thanks to a groundbreaking program developed right here back in 1991, British Columbia’s tire recycling program has successfully diverted more than 53-million tires from the landfill. This equates to a staggering

statistic – the equivalent of a single line of tires laid flat stretching around the earth at the equator. In addition to minimizing rubber in our landfills, the program, administered by Tire Stewardship BC (TSBC), keeps tonnes of carbon dioxide from our atmosphere annually by turning old tires into crumb rubber that can be used for a variety of uses – from playground surfacing to colourful, resilient flooring commonly seen in recreational facilities to new eco-friendly landscaping materials. Thanks to this stewardship program, which combines environmental awareness with business acumen, the lifecycle of tires in this province no longer ends at the landfill.

At the centre of the program are two local businesses, both based in Delta, BC. Western Rubber Products recycles the majority of the tires into crumb rubber; and Lehigh Northwest Cement uses the remaining tires as a fuel supplement, replacing fossil fuel alternatives in the cement industry. Crumb rubber is fine granules of rubber free of steel and fibre, and can be used to make playground surfacing, as infill for artificial turf fields and even as an additive for rubberized asphalt. A new product being made in BC is coloured rubber mulch that can

be used instead of traditional landscaping materials such as bark mulch or gravel, and helps to reduce weed growth, pesticide use and water consumption – major environmental benefits! With 40-million pounds of crumb rubber produced in BC every year, it’s a natural choice for organizations planning future fields, playgrounds and gardens to think local and think green when making a global difference. That’s what a number of communities, including Surrey, Burns Lake and Williams Lake, did last year when they installed recreational surfaces made from BC scrap tires. Unlike traditional playground surfaces made from pea gravel or wood chips, the rubber surface provides safety by cushioning falls. It is also completely wheelchair-accessible which means people of all ages and abilities are able to participate fully in play and experience the joy of physical activity and exercise.

green Facts • BC has the longest running and most successful tire-recycling program in Canada, in continuous operation since July 1, 1991. • each year, BC generates more than 40-million pounds of crumb rubber, enough rubber to provide the infill for over 160 full size artificial turf playing fields.

• BC’s tire recycling program has recycled more than 53-million tires. this equates to a line of tires laid flat stretching around the earth at the equator. • over 80% of the scrap tires collected each year are recycled into products.

Return to retailer program provides a solution for orphan tires Most consumers leave their scrap tires with the retailer when they buy new ones. However some motorists choose to take their old tires home. Disposal of these orphan tires is usually at the landfill, but since 2008 BC motorists have another option. TSBC’s Return to Retailer program allows the public to drop off up to four car tires at more than 380 participating tire retailer locations across BC – at no charge. Retailers are also participating in ways to promote tire recycling in BC - Fraser Fort George Regional District in Prince George, in partnership with TSBC, recently hosted a Tire Round Up at their store where people could drop off an unlimited amount of car tires for recycling, helping to get even more tires out of the environment and into the recycling stream. In addition to diverting tires from the landfill, the Return to Retailer program also makes a major contribution to improving the efficiency of scrap tire disposal options for the public and for the collection of these tires across BC. To find a participating Return to Retailer location near you, visit www.tsbc.ca, and click on “Pick Up and Drop Off”.

• approximately 40,000 tonnes of scrap tires are collected annually. this equates to one car tire for every person in BC . • 100% of scrap tires generated at tsBC registered retailers or scrap tire generators are collected for recycling or reuse.

BuyBlackGoGreen Products made from recycled rubber have become increasingly popular, as they offer safety and accessibility, and often replace a less environmentally friendly option. You may have seen many of these products in sports fields or playground surfacing in your local community. In order to promote the use of products made from BC’s recycled tires in communities across BC, TSBC has launched the Buy BC campaign to encourage municipalities and schools to consider buying locally. Some innovative products made from BC’s scrap tires are: • Playground Surfaces that are completely wheelchair accessible allowing people of all ages and abilities to participate fully. • Synthetic Turf Fields that use particles of crumb rubber as infill making them low maintenance, resilient and usable in all weather conditions. • Recreational Facility Flooring which is attractive and eye-catching, while being resilient, durable and slip-resistant. • Coloured Mulch that can be used instead of traditional landscaping materials such as bark mulch or gravel. It doesn’t blow away or compact and it reduces weed growth, pesticide use and water consumption – major environmental benefits! To learn more visit www.tsbc.ca/BuyBC

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A weekend of adventure Birgit Stutz Contributor

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Valemount volunteer firefighters battle a brush fire that got away from the landowners on Sunday, May 9. The land is owned by residents Ryan and Krista Skeels, who said that they were doing some clearing and slash burning when the flames got away from the main fire. The blaze was under control quickly, and turned over to members of the Robson Valley Fire Zone crew.

Gun club needs more members to participate Joshua Estabrooks

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he Valemount Gun Club held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently. Approximately 10 people showed up, said Secretary Treasurer Paul Johnson, although he knows there are more members who didn’t attend. “Last year we had 35 members.” Johnson said that the gun club is one of the older clubs in Valemount, and manages the shooting range just south of town. “It has been going for a long time. I have been secretary treasurer for 12 or 14 years, and I have lived here for 23 years and it was going then.” Johnson said that in the past, the club has seen good years in terms of membership, and slower years. The club costs $25.00 for the year, making it one of the cheaper gun clubs in the province. “The maintenance work we do at the gun range is all volunteer. We get together once or twice a year and do a big cleanup.” He said that the membership fees go towards the insurance costs, without which the club would be unable to lease the gun range. “We are li-

censed through the government to have that range and we can shoot rifles and hand guns and all that kind of stuff. It is inspected and licensed for us to use but it is based on valid insurance, so if we don’t get enough people signed up to cover the insurance we wouldn’t have the license for it.” The club would also like to hold some events throughout the year, he said, but more people need to take part to make them worthwhile. This year, Johnson said they will be awarding badges for accuracy, and they would also like to have a turkey shoot, where members compete for the chance to win a frozen turkey. “If there’s interest we will organize some events.” Johnson said anyone can join the club, whether they have a gun or not. “We do have some club guns that we can take up and people can shoot. Anyone that I know who goes up there shooting is more than willing to let people shoot their guns. Anybody can go and do that because the owner of the gun has the licence.” For more information on the gun club call Paul Johnson at 250-5669154.

lans are well underway for the first annual McBride Adventure Weekend. The McBride and District Chamber of Commerce is putting on an adventure weekend to bring visitors into town and show them and local residents the myriad of activities and adventures that they can have right here in the Robson Valley. “Over the past several years, the Chamber has been focusing on winter tourism and our efforts have been successful with new businesses starting up, restaurants and accommodation facilities thriving and hundreds of thousands of dollars brought into our community,” said Brenda Molendyk, who came up with the idea of an adventure weekend. “We feel that it is time to start focusing on our summer tourism opportunities and our McBride Adventure Weekend is an important first step in that direction.” The McBride Adventure weekend will run in conjunction with the Elks and Royal Purple Pioneer Days on June 18, 19, and 20, an annual celebration of the pioneering spirit of the early settlers in the Robson Valley. “We appreciate them welcoming us to join them,” said Molendyk, who, together with Jill Williams, Dannielle Alan, and Linda Monroe make up the Adventure Weekend organizing committee. “The weekend is an opportunity to showcase our community and what we have to offer and to get out and enjoy the outdoors,” said Williams. “The Chamber’s intention is to bring visitors to town and to give the businesses the opportunity to take advantage of extra people,” added Molendyk. “We encourage local businesses to have spe-

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hosting a colouring competition. Molendyk said for the adventurous, there will be jet boat tours, rafting, guided hiking trips, old growth forest eco tours, interpretive bird walks, helicopter flights, mountain biking, and much more. Or how about a relaxing round of golf at the King Creek Golf & Winterclub? “There will be a meet and greet at the Elks Hall on Friday evening,” said Molendyk. “Join us and meet the hosts and tour guides who will take good care of you and make sure you get the best out of your chosen activities.” After partaking in all the activities, head over to the community hall on Saturday night for a dinner hosted by the Chamber, then dance the night away to the Roadside Splinter Band. Child minding will be available during the dance. Cost for the dinner is $15 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. Tickets for the dance are $10. The Adventure Weekend has been in the works for a long time, said Molendyk. “It’s a lot of hard work by lots of people in town,” added Williams. “It’s a community effort. Everybody is proud of their home. We want to let the rest of the world see it.” For a detailed list of events and to pre-book activities, visit www. mcbrideadventure.com or call the McBride Visitor Centre at 1-866-5693366.

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cials that weekend. We want the community to be involved.” The committee has worked with tour operators, local business people and recreation organizations in the Valley and has put together an exciting program of activities and events suitable for all ages, abilities and interests. “There will be a huge amount of stuff going on in town,” said Molendyk. “The weekend is packed with craft displays and workshops, live music, local history and entertainment. There will be all the pioneer activities, such as the logger sports and the parade with the theme ‘Adventure’ combined with ‘Pioneer’. We will also have a scavenger hunt, a horseshoe tournament, a slo-pitch tournament, a beer garden, adult bingo, a dunk tank, face painting, crafts and all sorts of games for the kids with lots of prizes. There will also be a quilt walk and a garden walk, a men’s wellness clinic, food booths, and a pancake breakfast.” For those interested in astronomy, there will a guided walking tour of McBride’s Scale Model Solar System. Odds ‘n’ Ends will offer special memory magic, where people can get help downloading and editing digital photos and keep their weekend memories alive with a scrapbook page. The grad class will be having a car wash at the fire hall as a fundraiser, and McBride Realty is

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» DAVE MARCHANT

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The greatest fish story ever told

he fishing season officially opened for me this weekend. Two days of glorious sunshine and crystal clear water made for a fantastic couple of days, even if I didn’t catch anything worth writing home about. On Friday, I was lucky enough to join the college students at LaSalle Lake, just west of McBride, for the final day of their fishing education. The students were tested by local fishing expert Rob Bustin on how they passed on the art of flyfishing. Each of us “newbies” was teamed up with a student, and they acted as our guide for the day. On Saturday, with the fishing bug still going strong, I joined a couple of friends on a boat in Moose Lake. I’ve heard all week of the excellent fishing other people have been experiencing on the water, but of course, I came up empty handed after a sun burnt day on the lake. As I reluctantly returned to work after the fishing excursion, I started thinking how the art of fishing is very similar to the economic state of our Valley. We are trying to hook the big one, so to speak, and right now nothing is biting. It’s frustrating, because like fishing, we know there are lunkers just waiting beneath the surface, and even if we use all the right bait and lure combinations, pick our spot with insight, and even use tried and tested techniques, there is an element of chance that we are not in control of. Developers have been sniffing and nibbling the Robson Valley for decades. We only have to look back a short distance, and we can recall the big ones that have slipped the hook, or catch a glimpse of the persistent ones still circling just out of reach. Like good fishermen, we have changed our bait a few times, tried different tactics, but we still come back to dock with nothing for dinner. The key is not to get discouraged, as even the best fishermen sometimes come away empty handed. I remember the sound of the fish finder, beeping away like some futuristic telegraph machine, as I frantically tried to figure out just what to use to hook them. They were not interested, I eventually found out, and nothing I could do tempted them to come up from their comfortable depths. So what do we do? Do we give up? Does a good fisherman ever give up? Not likely. As is with fishing, there is always another day, and another perfect spot to try your luck. The question for the Valley is simply do we have enough fuel to keep the boat running long enough. If we can wait it out, I am sure that when we do land the big one, it will be the best fish story we will ever tell, to anyone.

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Free to confine - a vision of the future Dear Editor; s a small town in search of its identity, Valemount is subject to change. The intention, no doubt, is change for the better and the creation of jobs should be the starting point. As of now, Valemount falls short of the requirements for a bustling community. Take a walk through the quiet, sleepy streets and the only thing that speaks loudly is the lack of activity, of live organisms, and foremost - of cells! Perhaps what Valemount really needs is a prison. Let us, for a moment, explore the idea through the eyes of an opportunist. For a faceless town like Valemount, a Correctional Centre is an identity. It is an identity that conveys justice and responsibility, “Welcome to Valemount - We keep our criminals at home.” As suggested, this would also mean that the local economy is self-sustain-

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ing. In a jail-town, even the blood suckers of society participate in the efficacy of the town businesses, “Valemount, raising the bars from behind the bars.” Sometime between all the media attention and the necessary lowering of real estate property, the town will begin to grow. The beautiful town will finally be on the map. New comers will have the good fortune of finding high paying jobs and affordable housing. Yes, there will be criminals, as promised. Ideally, the families of the prisoners will come soon after. These loyal, devoted, perseverant partners are just what a developing community needs. The children involved will be, rest assured, psychologically impaired and in much need of emotional mending. The business opportunities created by and for the Village’s new majority youth are not only substantial, Deanna Mickelow

they are a separate secondary industry all together. Everyone will have a part to play, and eventually each of us will find ourselves home to a town without dissociation or prejudice, “Welcome to Valemount, where everybody’s in, mate.” Drugs will be on the rise, both inside and outside of the medical system. Inside, doctors will be well acquainted with the injuries associated with domestic violence and petty crime (assuming that the prisoners continue their role in a well balanced prison-town even after being released). Any local can appreciate a facility with active, experienced doctors and the well stocked medicine cabinets that accompany them. Perhaps in time, with a steady stream of incidents, a hospital will materialize. Outside

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» COMMUNITY the pharmaceutical realm, with the weary guards and neglected children at the crux, self-medication will grow to new, impressive proportions. An underground commercial enterprise will develop accordingly, and not without its advantages. One is that, as a high risk business (as are most businesses that profit from the trade of invaluable goods) it will inherently generate an abundant revenue. The second advantage is that this particular industry rarely suffers when the rest of the economy is at a low. Hence, Valemount would continue to have adequate amounts of money circulating, even in the most dire of times. Basically it would be a survival raft on which, if needed, the town could stay afloat. A Correctional Centre would be a wonderful kick-start to Valemount’s rebirth. With it the community could grow and prosper, without being limited to a singular direction. It certainly doesn’t hurt to have an established industry when trying to constitute new forms of work. In fact, there are few images more picturesque than a blueberry field riddled with black and white stripes. At this point all that separates this Village from the thriving centre envisioned is local enthusiasm. There is no shame in nurturing a place of consequence. And without that support, Valemount will remain indistinct and forgettable. So, in closing, if you are a cell-out in Valemount - well, you’re not doing all that bad. Miwa Hiroe Hudson’s Hope

A response to the jail idea Dear Editor; am responding to a letter from Dan Kenkel in the May 12th edition of the Sentinel. I have lived in the Robson/Canoe Valley for 30 of my 40 years. I am in favor of anything that will bring decent paying jobs to our area, including a prison. It was mentioned the week before your letter that a prison would hurt tourism. Drumheller has a prison. I have a friend who works there as a guard. This lady struggled for years as a single mom on low wages and is now able to get ahead. Drumheller is also one of the biggest tourist attractions in Canada. I have been there many times and almost moved there myself. I may have to move there yet. My oldest boy wants to run Tyreil Museum when he grows up. I have six

years until he graduates from high school and he starts many years of university to realize his dream. I am 40 years old, have a year of nursing, a remedial massage ticket and have a wide variety of experience in retail, restaurant, daycare, homecare, etc. I will do whatever work I have to do to stay in the Valley with my children. Due to four straight years of disasters and a series of minimum wage jobs I am $40,000.00 in the hole, have no credit, and am living in my van. I would much rather be a guard in a prison with medical and dental (I am presently wearing 14 year old glasses and haven’t been to an eye doctor in eight years), and at least have a snowball’s chance of helping my son realize his dream. Our villages have turned down in the past as I recall: a brewery, a chocolate factory and a prison. All three are cleaner than the toxic waste dump that was seriously considered. Everyone is against anything bad for the environment. Our mills are gone. You want me to base my future on whether or not the “blueberry crops” fail? Face it folks – the only high paying jobs that are stable are at the hospital or clinic, road services and the government offices. The rest of us pick pop cans on the side of the road so we can buy diapers for the kid and transmission fluid for the van. You’re worried about crime in Valemount. Valemount has always been a rough place that has murders, theft, etc. When we moved here in 1976 my mother told me I wasn’t allowed to play at the park because a kid had his throat slashed with a razorblade there. Teenage boys in their car would chase down my little brother on has bike and try to run him over. I don’t think a prison will make Valemount any worse than it has been. “Negativity” also comes from poor employment opportunities. Everyone is either on welfare and working under the table or having to work a long distance from home (one fellow I know was in Ontario working while his wife remained in McBride. I myself worked in Likely for the past year making more money scrubbing urinals than I did managing the Husky, but ended up with an ulcer because I was

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so far away from my kids). Poor economic opportunities breeds stress, depression, alcoholism, or worse, drive people to illegal means to feed their families. “The feel” has already shifted to a darker place. McBride and Valemount were economically depressed for years before the rest of the country. As Mayor Kolida once said “ We were born a logging town, we will die a logging town.” Well guess what? They’re rolling up the streets. Would you prefer, Mr. Kenkel, that McBride and Valemount slowly become ghost towns and the Americans buy up the Valley and flood it so California can have water? P.S. – What I find completely pathetic is the fact that homes around here are now priced at a half a million dollars and up in a village where the only job listed in the paper this week pays $10/ hour. Bring on a prison, Mr. Kenkel, between the lowering of property values and my wage increase, I might be able to afford to buy your house, that is, if you would accept a “slightly used” caravan as a down payment. Sincerely, Marianne Longuskie Valemount

penses. No money left for the mortgage. We are lucky. Our farm is a half section. Because we are too old to work those who want the produce do the work and take pay in produce. No taxes. More trees planted in the unclaimed land improve the soil, which has suffered from clear cuts, could be claimed for homesteads. Let people grow their own food. We did it in the 30’s. Our grandchildren can do it now. Margaret McKirdy Valemount

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No more clear cuts Dear Editor; n the pamphlet “Recovery Strategy for Haller’s Apple Moss”, I have only glanced at it, but the subject is one I have been contemplating. First, why clear cut? Why not cut the trees, thinning them so that the forest will be constant. Forests usually cause more rain. The present practice of burning the bush pollutes the air. The paper, “The Grain News” tackles all the problems faced by farmers. Send a prescription to Harper and his ministers, so they won’t be embarrassed by their ignorance. Many farmers find the cost of working the soil, eliminating weeds and harvesting covers ex-

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For more information please contact: Marc von der Gonna • General Manager McBride Community Forest Corporation Phone (250) 569-2229

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Community Service Listings VALEMOUNT • PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MEETING EVERY 2ND WED. 5 PM DOWNSTAIRS AT THE LIBRARY. • PUBLIC HEALTH UNIT Prenatal Classes,Baby Clinics Call 566-9138 ext 228 for appointments. • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 pm Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458. • COUNCIL MEETING 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 pm, council chambers. Everyone welcome. • CHAMBER OF COMMERCE General Meeting 2nd Thurs of the month @ 12pm at the Learning Centre • SADDLE & WAGON CLUB MEETING 3rd Thurs. 7 pm 566-9707 • VALEMOUNT CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY CENTRE Board Meeting 2nd Mon.7 pm @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION General meetings every 3rd Mon of month 7:30pm in Legion. • LIONS BINGO 1st & 3rd Mon, at Lions Hall, doors open 6pm, everyone welcome. • LADIES AUXILIARY #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3pm in Valemount Legion. • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs of every month at 7pm downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. Seniors Music Night 7PM WED • VALEMOUNT CIRCLE DANCE. For more info please contact 250 566-0095 • ADULT RECREATION BADMINTON. Thurs at 7pm in th Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Jamie @250 566-4656 • ADULT RECREATIONAL VOLLYBALL. Tues from 7pm - 9pm. Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Shelley Mainprize @ 250 566-9854

TETE JAUNE • TETE JAUNE COMMUNITY CLUB meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7pm at the Tete Jaune Hall.

MCBRIDE • VALLEY PIECEMAKERS QUILT GUILD Every other Wednesday. 7:00 pm in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 5693210. • ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Every Sun, 8 pm at the Health Unit. • OAPO STITCH & KNIT Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 pm, Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305 • ALANON every Mon. 8pm at the Health Unit • TOPS Tues. 6:45 pm weigh-in, 7:15 pm meeting. Health Unit in McBride. New members welcome. Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING 2nd & 4th Tues,7:30 pm,Village Council Chambers. • DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP 1st Wed, 1 pm at Beaverview Lodge & Sat.10 am -12 pm, 441 Dominion St 569-2658 / 569-0113 • SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILIES DEALING WITH MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS Last Wed every month 7:30 pm @ McBride Health Centre more info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347 • DOOR STORIES SERIES 2008-2009 Art Exhibition by Pamela Cinnamon. Nov 12 2009 - Jan 15 2010 at the Museum/Library Building 241 Dominion St. McBride

THE

ROBSON VALLEY MAY 19

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

MAY 25

TUESDAY MAY 26

Exercises for Women 4-5PM

MAY 21

FRIDAY

MAY 22/23 • MAY 2 DUNSTER SPRING MARKET 10AM - NOON Dunster Hall. Lunch available, bedding plants. Misc. Sellers Welcome!! Call Pete for info 250 968-4334

SATURDAY/SUNDAY

• Valemount Seniors Dance Night 7-9pm • ODDS & ENDS, MCBRIDEBeginning Computer Use 4-5pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM

JUNE 5/6

MAY 29/30

JUNE 3

JUNE 4 • Valemount Seniors Dance Night 7-9pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM MCBRIDE •

JUNE 12/13

MAY 28 • Valemount Seniors Dance Night 7-9pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM MCBRIDE • BC Childrens Hospital BBQ Fundraise 11-2PM Scotiabank • Curling Club AGM @ Culring Lounge 7:30 PM

JUNE 10

READY SET LEARN Family Early Literacy PRogram Children ages 4 and their Parent Valemount Elementary School Library May 26 1-2PM Story and snack

JUNE 11 • Valemount Seniors Dance Night 7-9pm • Hamburger Night at the Legion 5PM MCBRIDE •

MAY 27 McBride • 2- 4 PM OAPO Stitch & Knit • 3:30 - 5:30 Dome Ck Reading Rm • 6:30 PM Srs Bingo @BVL Lodge

MAY 20 McBride • 2- 4 PM OAPO Stitch & Knit • 3:30 - 5:30 Dome Ck Reading Rm • 6:30 PM Srs Bingo @BVL Lodge

MONDAY

• Valemount Rec Volleyball VSS 7PM MCBRIDE • TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit • 7-9 PM VFD mtbg @ Fire Hall •Village Council Meeting 7:30PM

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm McBride E-Free Church -Drop-in Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM • Toastmasters 7:30-9:30pm Best Western • Family Early Literacy Program Valemount Elem. School Library 1pm-2pm (Ages 4 and parent)

• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm McBride E-Free Church -Drop-in Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM

MAY 24

JUNE 1

JUNE 2 • Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm McBride E-Free Church -Drop-in Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM

Coming Events

MAY 31

• Valemount Rec Volleyball VSS 7PM MCBRIDE • TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit • 7-9 PM VFD mtbg @ Fire Hall

• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am

• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am • McBride E-Free Church -Dropin Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM

JUNE 8

• McBride E-Free Church -Dropin Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact

JUNE 7

• Valemount Rec Volleyball VSS 7PM MCBRIDE • TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit • 7-9 PM VFD mtbg @ Fire Hall

VALEMOUNT SENIOR CITIZEN’S HOUSING SOCIETY MEETING.

AGM HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR JUNE 9, 2010 GOLDEN YEARS LODGE AT 7PM.

JUNE 9 • Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm McBride E-Free Church -Drop-in Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM • Toastmasters 7:30-9:30pm Best Western

• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am • McBride E-Free Church -Dropin Walking 7-8 AM , Low Impact Exercises for Women 4-5PM

DUNSTER SPRING MARKET SAT. MAY 22 10AM - NOON DUNSTER HALL Lunch available, bedding plants, misc. sellers welcome!!! Call Pete for more info. 250 968-4334

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» COMMUNITY

Joshua Estabrooks/The Valley Sentinel

Students at Dunster Fine Arts Elementary School held a musical extravaganza for family members and residents of the Robson Valley on Thursday, May 13. The production was titled “Rock and Roll Forever” and featured many classic songs. The students not only sang the hits, but also performed some impressive choreographed dance moves, before inviting the audience to join them for a massive dance party to close out the show.

“British Columbia’s new Clean Energy Act sets the foundation for the future of electricity” Shirley Bond, MLA - Prince George - Valemount Clean Energy Act

How will the new Clean Energy Act affect electricity generation in the years to come? • The act advances 16 specific energy objectives by expediting clean energy investments, promoting regional job creation and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. • The changes will secure competitive rates and generate new streams of revenue for crucial public services. •

The act will strengthen BC’s legislated goal of electricity selfsufficiency by 2016.

•

It will provide BC Hydro and renewable power producers the tools necessary to establish British Columbia as a clean energy powerhouse.

• The Clean Energy act will enshrine in law measures the Province will take to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, helping customers save money through conservation and protect the environment. • For more information visit www.gov.bc.ca/cleanenergyact

Shirley BOND, MLA for Prince George – Valemount

1350 Fifth Avenue Prince George, BC Toll Free: 1-866-612-7333 Phone: 250-612-4181 Shirley.bond.mla@leg.bc.ca www.shirleybondmla.bc

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» Arts and Culture Day at Valemount Elementary School - Friday, May 14 “We decided to have the Art and Culture Day so our students could be exposed to the large number of talented people we have here in the Robson Valley. Students were placed in small groups and they rotated to different activities throughout the day. Some of the activities that were presented throughout the day included: pottery, crocheting, hip-hop dance, ballet, button blankets, and bannock making. We had over 20 presenters on Friday at the school. I would like to thank all the community members that donated their time and energy to the students at Valemount Elementary School.” Students learn the fine art of making Bannock and birch bark ladles from Irene Blackman and Penny Courtoreille.

Students try their hand at hip-hop dancing during the Art and Culture day.

SENTINEL SIGHTSEER

Photos: Sharon McColm/The Valley Sentinel

- Priscilla Soucy, Principal of Valemount Elementary School Presenters: Glenn Welsh and James Bos - karate Jessica Soucy - hip-hop dance Bruce Wilkinson - history drive Irene Blackman and Penny Courtoreille -making Bannock and birch bark ladles Brian Hannis - pottery demonstration Andru McCracken - VCTV Julia Thrasher - pointillism Charlotte Hammond - ballet Sue Prue - kite making Nancy Barr - cooking Crystal Booth - scrapbooking Michelle Burstrom - singing Anna Delaney and Janet Dewey - crocheting Sherry Nicholas - button blankets Ken Nicholas - leather stamping Seiji Hiroe - author reading Greg Bradacs - visual art Ann McKirdy - nature walk Sarah Keatley - edible crafts Sharon Nusse - music Pam Ghosh and the Grade 11 French students French activity

CONCERT AND DANCE Dance the night away to the rockin’ sounds of

Taking a Valley Sentinel moment in Palm Springs in March. Back Row:Jr Osadchuk, Terry Myram, John Gendron Front Row:Jo-Anne Gendron, Sharon Myram, Colleen Osadchuk

Take The Valley Sentinel with you on your next vacation!

earthbound! May 29, 2010 ° Doors open at 8:30pm 9:00 pm - 1:30 am Admission $15.00 Tickets can be purchased at Infinity Office & Health or at the door. Concession, cash bar and shuttle service home will be available.

Send your sentinel sightseer to editor@thevalleysentinel.com Don’t forget to send us a brief description, include who is in the photo, where they are and what they’re doing!

For more information contact Tourism Valemount Call 250-566-3335 or email marketing@visitvalemount.ca www.visitvalemount.ca/springfest

Order your subscription to The Valley Sentinel today! 250.566.4425

The Valley Sentinel Wednesday May 19, 2010 • 9

» FISHING ROUND-UP

Photos: Joshua Estabrooks/The Valley Sentinel

Clockwise from top left: 1) Valemount residents Jim L’Hirondelle, Duane Smith and Ron Varney comb Moose Lake for the big one. 2) Former NORE student, Jennifer Robinson, and current NORE student, Mick Patterson take in a beautiful day on LaSalle Lake from a belly boat. 3) Fishing expert, Rob Bustin, owner of Bustin’ Trout, improvises on Moose Lake. 4) Cochrane resident, Sean Silverstein enjoys a beautiful view while he waits for a bite. 5)NORE student Trevor Lendrum and his “client” for the day, Keith Hiedorn.

Your Health Is Your Wealth

DR. Peter Boyne BSc, BEd, DC

Variety of Chiropractic Treatment methods; Soft tissue treatments In Valemount 1 day per week For Appointment Call 780-852-5288

SOLAR HOT WATER SYSTEMS

(registered with Solar BC for rebate) GARN SMOKELESS HYDRONIC WOOD HEATERS SOLAR, WIND & MICRO HYDRO ELECTRIC SYSTEMS

SUN-MAR COMPOSTING TOILETS & GARDEN COMPOSTERS

www.rockymountainsolar.ca royhoward@telus.net

250-968-4490

Jasper Chiropractic & Body Care Clinic Jasper, Alberta (780) 852-5288 www.jasperchiro.ca contact@jasperchiro.ca

WHISKY FILL ENTERPRISES LTD Welcoming - Robert Miko Will have a trained autobody & paint technician starting June 1st. Power buffing and detailing will also be available.

Open for the season May 21st

Phone: 250-566-1231 to book an appointment for a quote.

8:00 am - 1:00 pm & 5:00 pm - 8ish pm Closed Wednesdays

Located at the Mount Robson Lodge 250-566-4821

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» COMMUNITY From Our Heart

to Yours

Special to the Sentinel

ur story continues as we meet some of Prossy’s friends. The surrogate family she grew up with in the African Children’s Choir (ACC), who have become a very responsible, well-educated and loving people, want to say “Siyabonga” (Thank-you in South African) to the people who sponsored them as children. By taking on 19 children, they are doing just that. Each child was chosen out of a very poor village in hopes of stopping the cycle of poverty. Has it worked? Is this small segment of society making a difference? Check it out! The staff of Siyabonga themselves are no strangers to hardship, and the amount of help it takes to overcome these hardships. Barbara, the Director of Siyabonga, was the youngest of five. Idi Amin killed her father before she was born and her mother died just a short two months after. Barbara and her siblings were all taken in and raised by the ACC. She was the youngest child to be taken in. Of course it was through sponsors in North America that Barb finished school

and continued on to postgraduate education in South Africa. Both Carla Trask and Irene Froese agree that Barbara is wonderfully gifted, with a hilarious sense of humour and a total dedication to children. Morris, another executive of Siyabonga, whom the whole McBride team got to know well, said “ I was born in the midst of a guerrilla war waged in Uganda, in 1983. At the age of two months my father and two brothers were killed in the fields and our house was burnt to the ground as well as our livestock. This left my mother with eight helpless children to look after. I am the last born of ten children. Life from my perspective started off in the deep end. We had to go without food and water for days, running from place to place in search of safety. There was nothing good

for the first time have a place to call home.” Morris is now working as an IT consultant with Kenneth, another staff member, and have their own company. Coming home after being immersed in this story of love and compassion for three months, and after seeing their lives changed, it became compelling to find some way to help more children. Irene Froese spoke at length with Barbara by email, listening to her dreams. Barbara had contact with the poorest of poor children, and Froese knew the compassion of hearts of the people in the Robson Valley. And today, many generous people of the Robson Valley have tackled this effort, in an attempt to help these Ugandan children. Just one look at their faces shows the positive impact being made. Finding sponsors for each child

Invitation to Tender FOR THE BC HOUSING SENIORS MODULAR Date: May 12, 2010 Project Name: BC Housing Seniors Modular: McBride BC Project Address: Corner of 5th Avenue & Dominion Street McBride, B.C.

Please note: This project is sequentially tendered as information is available. We require pricing for the following: Site Clearing /Excavation / Backfill / Granular and Site Services Site Civil: Sidewalks, Parking Area Formwork Concrete Supply Reinforcement Transportation and Erection of Modular Units Roof Trusses Rough Carpentry (Crawls Space and Roof Truss Framing) Asphalt Shingle Roofing Gutters and Rainwater Leaders Exterior Finishes Exterior Painting Plumbing & Mechanical Electrical

Deliver or fax quote to the Construction Manager at: Mierau Contractors Ltd. #203-1332b McGill Rd. Kamloops, BC V2C 6N6 Fax: 250-851-9741 Attention: Erv Janzen Identify as:

BC Housing Modular McBride, British Columbia Release of Tender: May 12, 2010 Closing: May 28, 2010. 2:00pm Bid Security is: As per BC Housing Bid Security Requirements Tender Documents are available for viewing at: www.mierau.net/drawings under Mierau Projects and or the Southern Interior Construction Association (SICA) For more information on how to obtain documents, please contact Lisa Janzen, via phone 250.851.9721 or email lisa@mierau.net. For further information regarding this Tender, refer to the Instruction to Tenderers or contact Erv Janzen at Mierau Contractors 250.851.9721 or email erv_janzen@mierau.net.

The children of Siyabonga, with Eve (right) and their teacher Ruthe (right). Since this picture was taken, one more child has been added to the village, bringing the number up to 20.

about life for several years, especially when I would see my mother weep daily.” Going to school was a privilege to many Ugandan children, and still is, but Morris was not one of those until he was nine years of age, “when my Mother heard about ACC,” he said. “Once I was registered my life took a turn. Through the ACC I obtained an education and finished as a computer technician. And now it is because of my past that I committed myself, with colleagues, to establish Siyabonga. Help us change these children’s lives just like mine was changed. Please understand; Siyabonga is not just a charity organization helping poor orphans and underprivileged children in Uganda. It is a blessing. Here a child gets a chance to be a child, go to school, have a meal, feel safe, and

Valemount Senior Citizens Housing Society LOOKING TO VOLUNTEER? DO YOU HAVE SPARE TIME YOU'D LIKE TO FILL? LOOKING FOR A WORTHY CAUSE? DO WE HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU! If you have some spare time and are looking for a fulfilling and uplifting volunteer experience - we invite you to join the Board of Directors of the Valemount Senior Citizens Housing Society. We are looking for ambitious, energetic folks who would like to contribute their skills and expertise to a wonderful cause. If you are interested please send your resume to Mr. Jim Stewart, Chairman, Valemount Senior Citizens Housing Society, P.O. Box 598, Valemount, B.C. VOE 2ZO or call 250-566-4770 for more information.

is just one way Valley resident’s generosity has been shown. Residents of the Valley have been very creative in other fundraising endeavors as well, such as garage and bake sales and the selling of African handicrafts. Recently, many hours have been spent making quilts and afghans for the children, and “Siyabonga” is voiced loudly from these children to the Robson Valley for all your love. Mark and Irene are returning to Africa soon. Megan Harstead will be joining in and experiencing humanitarian work first hand and be in on the fun of handing the quilts directly to the children, teaching English, working alongside the children as well as spending some time at the Amani Baby Cottage. Call 250-5692561 for details if you’re interested in any aspects of this continuing story, or if you have any of the following items you’d be willing to part with. Medical supplies- bandages, ointment, medication etc. Age 6- 12 like new clothing. Money to buy crocs.

Advantage Insurance Services Ltd.

433 Main Street, McBride

Rosemary L. Hruby, CAIB Tel: 250.569.2264 Fax: 250.569.8838

1.888.611.5557

Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30 - 6pm Sat: 10am - 3pm

Home • Farm • Auto Insurance

BUSINESS DIRECTORY Systems

Valley

Joel Steinberg P.O. Box 124, Clearwater, B.C. V0E 1N0 250-674-0017

Licensed Property Manager * Handyman Services * Design Consulting

sunday - Monday Closed tuesday - Wednesday 1-5pM tHursday - friday - saturday 10aM - 5pM

VALEMOUNT

GOOD SHEPHERD ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 3rd Ave & Elm St.1 877 314-4897 Sunday 8:30am Mon, Tues, Thurs, Sat-9am, Wed & Fri 7pm

Jen Applebaum

ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCH Rev. Dee McEachern 250 566-0034 7th & Cedar, Sunday Worship 11:30am

250.566.4005 Office 250.566.1323 Cell Valemount

rusticluxury@telus.net

www.rusticluxury.com

RHex’so Recycling peration

CHURCH LISTINGS

NEW LIFE CENTRE

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Hill Bill Products Ltd. Henry Unger

Now o refu ffering n f bot d on a ull ll b *Pic tles eer a k up s ca nd c n be a arra ns ng

250.566.9744 250.566.4070

Cabins & Sheds starting at only $900 each!

Call liz or KiM everard at 250.566.9111

reduCe • reuse • reCyCle

Sands Bulk Sales LTD Husky Oil Limited

Mac’s Small Engine Service & Repair Closed Dec 8-Jan 8

• Lawn & gaRdEn • aTV’S • SnowMobILES

• powER SawS 845 Cedarside Rd. Valemount BC Phone: 250-566-4818 or 1-866-566-4818 Fax: 250-566-4815

Cardlock and bulk plant facility Fuel truck for all your delivery needs

Canwest Propane Ltd.

Call Mac Cochrane

Sales Service 250-566-1324 Installation 1-800-424-6331 Vanderhoof & Districts Co-Operative Association

Driver sales representative For Commercial and Farm personal Contact Where High level of Customer service is JOB #1

990 Railway Road Prince George BC 1-866-309-2667 (250) 963-9011

Vanderhoof Office c. (250) 565-8438 f. (250) 567-4490 p. (250) 567-4488

250 968-4349 or 250 566-4568 Sunday-11am, Sun. School 11am

VALEMOUNT COMMUNITY CHURCH Sundays 9:00 am 1275 5th Ave 250 566-4772.

VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

250 566-9990 Praise & Worship 11am Evening service 6:30pm last Sun. of the month

DUNSTER

ROCKO’S CHURCH

Sun. 11:00 am Home group meeting at Rod & Deb Reimer’s - Brown Road, Dunster. 250 968-4335.

MCBRIDE

250-968-4498 “Your Local Mortgage Consultant”

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

197 Dominion, 250 569-2606 Sun. Communion Service 11am

Church 569.2378 or 569.8845 1st Ave Sun 11am Sunday School 9:45am.

John McGuire

Greg Belshaw

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SERVICES

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

YOUR LOCAL PROPANE PROVIDER

Delivering Fuel East to McBride

1247 - 1st Ave. 250-566-4824 Sunday School 10am. Family Worship 10:30am. Prayer meeting Thurs 7pm

› GIS ServIceS › TImber cruISInG 250.277.1867 or 250.566.1216 › GPS & maPPInG greenstarfsi@gmail.com › ForeST DeveloPmenT › ToTal chance PlannInG 1012 3rd Avenue › vISual ImPacT aSSeSSmenT PO Box 967, Valemount BC › mPb aSSeSSmenT & conTrol V0E 2Z0

ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCH

** MORTGAGES **

* Pre-approvals * Purchases * Refinances * Consolidations * Rental Property *Self Employed Mortgages * New to Canada * Vacation Home

441 Dominion St., 250 569.3206 or Debra Parker AMP Mortgage Consultant

Phone: 1-866-426-8211 Cell: 250-421-7600 Email: debra_parker@centum.ca

Looking out for your best Interest.

Mac’s Small Engine Service & Repair Closed Dec 8-Jan 8

• Lawn & gaRdEn • aTV’S • powER SawS • SnowMobILES

Call Mac Cochrane

250-968-4498

Advertise your business with

(250) 566-4425 or 1-800-226-2129

250 569.3386. Worship/Kids church 09:00am

SEVENTH - DAY ADVENTIST

Lamming Pit Road 250 569.3370 Sabbath School: Sat. 9:30 am, Worship Service Sat. 11am, Pathfinders Tues 7pm, Prayer Meeting Wed 7pm

MOUNTAIN CHAPEL (PAOC)

Church 569-3350 Office 569-6802 Sunday Worship 11:10am, Prayer Service Wed. 7 pm

MENNONITE CHURCH

Sun. Sch. 10am Sunday Services 11am, 7:30pm Wed 7:45pm

12 • Wednesday May 19, 2010 The Valley Sentinel The Valley 250.566.4425 | Toll-free: 1.800.226.2129 | E-mail: classifieds@thevalleysentinel.com | Web: classifieds.thevalleysentinel.com+GST Main: Up to 20 words: $6 • Up to 25 words: $7 • Up to 30 words: $8

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GTS for 20 words and $1 plus GST for each additional word. Offer valid for the following classified categories: Automotive, Campers/Motorhomes, Miscellaneous, Recreational Vehicles, Pets/Livestock, and building materials. This offer is valid for single item sales only. Your ad will run for one month then you must call to keep it running at no additional charge. Some conditions apply call for details.

Main: 250.566.4425 | Toll-free: 1.800.226.2129 | E-mail: classifieds@thevalleysentinel.com | Web: classifieds.thevalleysentinel.com IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORIAM

WELL PUMPING

Dean John Rondeau •••

Aug 26, 1994 - April 30, 2010 Age 15 yrs

PUBLIC NOTICE

Well Pumping and cleaning. 25ft deep or less. Call Reesa at 250 566-9707

CARR ROAD AND ROBSON VALLEY RIDING CLUB PROPERTIES

APR 21 TFN

BUSINESS FOR SALE I’ve earned my wings I’m sorry Mommy I left you so soon I was there when the angels woke you up at noon I know I was gone from the flash from the start. Remember Mommy! I’ll always be in your heart. I listen to you dearly when you visit my grave Please don’t cry or be sad, continue to be brave I didn’t mean to leave you and Daddy so soon I was looking from heaven when everyone released their balloons. Take care of my big brother and Daddy too There will always and forever be a part of me living in you I’ll be waiting for you there, at the golden gate Time is ticking Mommy, please don’t be late! I long to embrace you in my arms. Don’t worry Mommy! I’m at a place where there is no harm. I’ve earned my wings, I live in the sky. I’m watching everyday Mommy so please don’t cry. Family - (Father) George, (Mother) Linda, (Brother) Maurice (Cally), (Grandmothers) Rosetta Stone and Margaret Rondeau

CEDAR MILL FOR SALE McBride, BC. Over $1.4 mm in assets. Asking $850K US. Leases contingent to sale. Owner willing to consider some financing. Call Arthur Berry & Co. 1 208-336-8000

2000 Chrysler Intrepid. Very good shape. 4 summer tires, 4 studded winter tires $4000 obo. Phone 250 566-4555

MAY 19 GTS

1994 Jeep YJ. 4 Cyl, 5 speed, 196,000 km, hard-top and soft-top, 1/2 doors, new tires, studded winter tires on rims, no rust, very economical. $6000 obo. Call 250 5660090

APR 28 GTS

1998 Mercury Mystique. 4 door auto loaded, 2 sets of good tires. $2500. Call 250 5692471

TRAVEL TRAILER

1995 28ft. Dutchman 5th Wheel Travel Trailer. Fully loaded with awning. Has not been smoked in. Good Condition $6,900 obo. Call 968-4321

MAY 12 GTS

LOT FOR SALE

Empty residential lot for sale. Located on 14th Ave in Valemount. 65’x130’, sewer and water at property, near high school. $45,000 obo. Call Kelly @780 984-7061 or email kelly@wsionline.ca MAY 12

APR 28 GTS

ACREAGE FOR SALE

1995 Chevy van, needs acres above transmission. Cost $20. 12.6 Valemount on Hillside Call 250 566-9811 MAR 24 GTS Drive. Power and phone on property. Gorgeous view of valley and ADVERTISE YOUR Premiers. $175,000. UPCOMING Call 780 405-8620 for YARD SALES WITH more info. For details go THE VALLEY to www.comfree.ca (use SENTINEL!!! code 1361).

CALL 250 566-4425

MAY 26

PUBLIC NOTICE

Village of Valemount Application for a Development Variance Permit

At the June 17, 2010 Board Meeting, staff will be seeking the Board’s consideration of the return of the following properties, held by Regional District of Fraser-Fort George through Land Tenures, to the Crown. Reversion of the lands to the Crown is being considered as there are no known Registered Non-Profit community groups expressing an interest in assuming management of these properties.

JUN 2

1.Carr Road, located in Tete Jaune Cache, Electoral Area H Part of the Southwest ¼ of District Lot 6005, Cariboo District. In 1998 there was interest by local area residents in developing this property for recreational purposes.

FOUND

Eyeglasses on Hillside Drive. Silver with springy arms. Call Rene 250 566-4199 days, or 250 566-8200 evenings.

EMPLOYMENT AUTOMOBILES

PUBLIC NOTICE

LOCAL JOB POSTINGS Updated May 19, 2010

Auto body/Paint

Technician Bartender Chambermaids (3) Cook / Chef Front Desk (3) Front Desk/Reception Housekeepers (3) Motel Managers (Couple) Night Auditor (Relief) Servers Specialty Cook ( International Cuisine)

2.Robson Valley Riding Club Property, Hinkelman Road, Dunster, Electoral Area H Block A of the Northwest ¼ of District Lot 7215, Cariboo District. In 1986 the Regional District was requested by local residents to obtain this Crown property for equestrian use. In order for the Regional District to continue to hold Land Tenures with the Crown for the above noted properties, there must be a Registered Non-Profit community group(s) interested in entering into an agreement with the Regional District. These groups must be able to manage and operate the property for its intended use, as well as able to carry the required appropriate liability insurance coverage. Should there be any local Registered Non-Profit community groups interested in either of these properties, please contact Janice Metcalfe, Service Centre Leader, in writing, to the address given below, on or before June 4, 2010. Janice Metcalfe, Service Centre Leader Regional District of Fraser-Fort George 155 George St. Prince George BC V2L 1P8 Phone: 250-960-4400, Fax: 250-562-8676 Email: jmetcalfe@rdffg.bc.ca

Front desk staff can give you detailed information about each of these postings, including info on how to submit your application for these job opportunities. For more information about these jobs, please call:

Valemount Learning Centre 250-566-4601 PO Box 789, 99 Gorse St. Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0

155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 Telephone: (250) 960-4400 Toll Free: 1-800-667-1959 Fax: (250)563-7520 Web: www.rdffg.bc.ca

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Valemount will consider an application for a Development Variance Permit from BC Housing for 6 Senior Housing Units for the premises described as 24 Cedar Street, Valemount, being Lot 8, Block 3, Plan 10449, DL 7356, Cariboo Land District, and from BC Housing for 4 Senior Housing Units for the premises described as 1222 3rd Avenue, Valemount, being Lot 10, Block 3, Plan 10449, DL 7356, Cariboo Land District at the Regular meeting on May 25, 2010 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at the Village Of�ices at 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount. The purpose of the Development Variance Permit is to: 24 Cedar Street: To reduce the required parking spaces from 71/2 to 6 spaces. 1222 3rd Ave: To reduce the required parking spaces from 5 spaces to 4 and to reduce the side setbacks from 3 meters to 1.5 meters.

A copy of the proposed permit may be inspected at the Village Of�ices at the above address during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, from this date up until May 21, 2010. Tom Dall

Chief Administrative Of�icer

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Village of Valemount Approval of Long Term Leases TAKE NOTICE that according to the Local Government Act Section 185 a Council must advertise its intention of providing certain kinds of assistance.

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Valemount will be providing long term leases to the following organizations. 1.

BC Housing will be receiving a 60 year lease for two properties located at: a. 24 Cedar Street b. 1222 3rd Avenue The purpose of this lease is to provide 10 Senior Housing units for the Village.

The Valemount Curling Club will be receiving a 30 year lease for Village property located at: a. 98 Elm Street The purpose of this lease is to allow the Valemount Curling Club to be located on the present site. The Ministry of Forest and Range (Fire Attack Base) will be receiving a 20 year lease for Village property located at: a. Lot 2 District Lot 881 and 5702 Cariboo District, Plan 17004 The purpose of this lease is to allow the Fire Attack Base to be located at the above site.

If there are any concerns in the providing of these long term leases Council will entertain them prior to the approval of the �inal documents.

Concerns must be delivered in writing by May 21, 2010 at 4:30 pm addressed to Tom Dall CAO PO Box 168 Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0. Tom Dall Chief Administrative Of�icer

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Activities to Entertain & Amuse Pioneer Photo

CROSSWORD AND SUDOKU

About this photo Description: In 1924 and 1925,

Mr. A. Littlechild and Mr. A. McNicol graded the first road between Dunster and Tete Jaune with a team of oxen.

Date: 1924 Credits: Valemount Museum & Archives ID: 2003.8.24 Image: 20 of 59

If you have any more information on this photo or any others that appear you can contact The Valley Museum & Archives in McBride, The Valemount Museum or contact us at The Valley Sentinel.

ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 It may take a little work, Aries, but you’ll finally reach your final destination. Not much else will occupy your time for a while. Enjoy the break. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Adventure is your middle name this week, Taurus. The only trouble will be figuring out what you want to do or where you want to go. A few friends want to come for the ride.

Horoscopes

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Maybe you should check inside of your wallet, Gemini. Things are looking a bit sparse in the financial department lately. Reign in spending now before it’s too late. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 It’s difficult to get everything done, Cancer, if you try to tackle it all yourself. You’d be better delegating a few tasks to coworkers or relatives for the time being.

WEDNESDAY

Daytime Condition

Cloudy Periods

30% P.O.P. 15°C High 4°C Low Wind SE 5 km/h 24/Hr Snow

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 There’s not much you need to do this week. Think of being in a supervisory role and let others do the grunt work, Leo. Rest up for when the real work begins. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 You need to bend someone’s ear for a while, Virgo, but the list of candidates are slim. That’s because you have been abrasive for a few days now. Start smiling instead. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Your romantic partner is much more easy going than you need him or her to be at this time, Libra. This person is causing you to be lax in the things you need to get done. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Stay calm and don’t let others see that you may be full of butterflies, Scorpio. Presenting a solid impression is the key to surviving something this week.

THURSDAY

Daytime Condition

Rain Showers

30% P.O.P. 12°C High 0°C Low Wind SW 5 km/h 24/Hr Snow

FRIDAY

Daytime Condition

Cloudy Periods

30% P.O.P. 13°C High -3°C Low Wind SW 5 km/h 24/Hr Snow

SAGITTARIUS-Nov 23/Dec 2 Just when you need a friend, Sagittarius, someone unexpected comes along. Could this be the chance to rekindle a lost relationship? Perhaps surprises are in store.

LAST WEEKS ANSWERS

CAPRICORN- Dec 22/Jan 20 Dig in deep, Capricorn. That’s because you are going to be consumed with work life for the next few days. Those you love will have to accept your sacrifice for success. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 There’s more to you than meets the eye, Aquarius. You like to be a little mysterious, especially this week when surprises will work in your favor. Leo has something to share. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Creativity is the name of the game, Pisces, and you need a project where you can let your creative side flourish.

SATURDAY

Daytime Condition

Isolated showers

60% P.O.P. 11°C High -1°C Low Wind NE 5 km/h 24/Hr Rain 1- 2 mm

SUNDAY

MONDAY

Daytime Light rain Condition

Daytime Condition

90% P.O.P. 10°C High -2°C Low Wind N 15 km/h 24/Hr Rain 3 -5 mm

70% P.O.P. 13°C High -1°C Low Wind W 15 km/h 24/Hr Rain 3-5 mm

Mixed precip.

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250-569-7397

Irene Berndsen’s Featured Listings from the Robson Valley 11120 E Hwy 16 ValEmount, BC

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Prince George This Weeks Featured listings are all from the Robson Valley

299,000

• 4 acres, 3 bedroom house • Beautiful year round creek • Excellent water, hiking trails • Perfect family and/or recreation

246 main Street mcBriDE, BC

185,000

• Over 5,000 sq ft of commercial building • 3 apartments upstairs • Well kept • Many recent renovations

650 Dominion Street mcBriDE, BC

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379,000

332 Dominion Street mcBriDE, BC

249,000

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• Large 1 acre lot on Dominion Creek • Park-like backs onto greenbelt • Immaculate 3 bedroom home • 2-3 car garage

• Executive style home • Beautiful custom kitchen • All new bathrooms with custom tile • legal suite • wonderful views • corner lot

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1245 2nd avenue ValEmount, BC

199,000

• 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom • No wasted energy or space • Totally renovated • Immaculate

1680 Dorval road mcBriDE, BC

229,000

• well kept 3 bdrm 2 bath home • 2 parklike acres • New appliances • Very private back yard • Heated garage & shop

3190 Dore river rd mcBriDE, BC

199,000

1280 Juniper Street ValEmount, BC

74,500

• Large yard quiet street • Excellent condition • Affordable living • Beautiful views

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CELEBRATING GRADS Advertisers call to get your ads In. Valemount Secondary School Graduation is June 5th, 2010 Advertising deadline is May 26th Feature will be published June 2nd McBride Secondary School Graduation is June 26th, 2010 Advertising deadline is June 16th Feature will be published June 23rd

Call Sharon to reserve your space today! 250.566.4425 | 1.800.226.2129

• 5.2 acres 5km from McBride • Well-kept mobile with large addition • Good water, fruit trees • Perfect for hobby farm

16 • Wednesday May 19, 2010 The Valley Sentinel RE/MAX Centre City • 1679 15th Avenue • Prince George BC V2L 3X2 • 1-250-562-3600

The Right Agent... For Today’s Market. 521 Main Street, McBride, BC - New commercial complex - Finished 7000 sq ft - Excellent location - Three phase power - Lease space available - Call for details!

$820,000

100 Mountainview Road, McBride, BC

C REDU

$398,000

14510 Blackman Rd, Tete Jaune Cache, BC

$159,900

$389,000

$125,000

$549,500 835 Beaven Crescent, Valemount, BC

$239,000

- Immaculate home - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom - Large attached garage - Paved yard, nice trees - Wheelchair ramp - Large 3/4 acre corner lot

$198,500

$399,000

$375,000

1155 3rd Avenue, McBride, BC

2345 Westlund Road, McBride, BC

- Check this daily view - Rare 13.5 acre parcel - Spectacular 5 bdrm home - Renos done, view opened - Priced to Sell, make an offer!

$580,000

- Private horse farm - Immaculate family home - New 3 stall barn with loft - New garage and shop - Excellent location

C REDU

361 Dominion Street, McBride, BC

- Nice executive home - With shop on 3 lots - Immaculate estate sale - Natural wood craftsmanship - Priced to sell

$238,500

13292 Bunbury Road, Tete Jaune Cache, BC

$315,000

- Nice house on two lots - Good garden & lawns - Setup for assisted living - Or 3 bdrm family home - Excellent Location

- Spacious 3 bedroom mobile - Nice one acre lot - Perfect location - Priced right

$125,000

- Beautiful home - Bright and open - Five bedrooms - Large corner lot - Excellent gardens - Central location

$185,000

831 Bridge Road, McBride, BC

- Awesome building lot - Road & water in - Perfect for walk out plan - Treed with cleared sites - Excellent location

1097 5th Avenue, McBride, BC

- Excellent location - Nice home & shop - New sundeck & bathroom - Private semi treed yard - Garden spot

- Home & acreage - Semi treed 37 acres - Large 4 bdrm home - Shop & barn - Excellent location

Lot 19, Mica Road, Tete Jaune Cache, BC

- Log home with truck shop - Fenced and cross fenced - Set up for horses - Backs on Fraser River - Excellent condition

1890 Koeneman Road, McBride, BC

2300 Westlund Road, McBride, BC

4592 Mountainview Road, McBride, BC

- Country family home - Six bdrms, two baths - Excellent gardens and lawns - Large truck shop - 17.8 view acreage

3709 Hinkelman Road, McBride, BC

- Nice getaway property - Immaculate older mobile - Fenced yard and lawns - Excellent location - Four bedrooms w/family room

Each office independently owned and operated.

Data is from sources believed to be reliable but accuracy is not guaranteed.

934 5th Avenue, McBride, BC

- Beautiful property - Mountainside cottage - Tastefully decorated - Awesome views - Treed 10 acre lot - Year round mountain stream

- Immaculate home - First time on market - Excellent location - Oak kitchen - Detached garage

249,000

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Al Miller

The hard-Working nice guy

Valemount Spring Festival

May

28 – 30, 2010

Celebrate Spring Time! Celebrate Nature! Celebrate the Festivities!

Come out and join us as we learn, explore, and play on trails around Valemount. Whether you prefer to walk, hike, paddle, float, run or ride your ATV, there will be something for everyone—young and old. Most events are by donation. Proceeds go towards development and maintenance of the Cranberry Marsh and surrounding trails.

Friday, May 28, 2010 Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre Birding 101: 6:00 pm–7:00 pm

Welcome Reception with Blue Syntax: 7:00 pm–9:00 pm. Cash bar and complimentary appetizers will be provided. Many prizes to be won.

Saturday, May 29, 2010 Swift Creek

Swift Creek Salmon Run: 11:00 am 10 km and 4 km run on the Swift Creek trail.

Cranberry Marsh

Marsh Meander: 10:00 am. Meet at the base of the north Lookout Tower. The Stake-Out: 10:00 am–2:00 pm along the dike. Paddle Like a Duck: Cancelled this year due to the water levels Smolts Run: 2:00 pm This is a free run for the kids. Kid’s Quarters: 11:00 am–3:00 pm Plenty of fun activities for the kids. Artists En Plein Air: 10:00 am–2:00 pm As you walk around the marsh, you will see some of our local artists creating original paintings, which will be given away as door prizes at the Saturday evening dance.

Mount Robson Whitewater Rafting Co,

Fraser River Float Trip: 8:45 am. Just register by Wednesday, May 26, 2010. Payments can be made at the Village of Valemount Monday to Friday between 8:30 am and 12:30 pm or between 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm (cash, cheque, debit and credit cards accepted). Shuttle will leave at 8:45 am. Fee: $45+GST (this price includes shuttle service from Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre to Mount Robson Whitewater Rafting, and back).

It is recommended that you purchase a Robson Valley Eco-Guide to take with you on your excursion. EcoGuides will be available to purchase at the Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre.

Saturday, May 29, 2010 Valemount Pines Golf & Country Club

Charity Golf Tournament: 9:00 am Fees include 18 holes scramble golf, lunch, dinner, and lots of prizes. Tee off is at 9:30 am. Fee: $65.00 including tax. To register please call CIBC 250.566.4483. Registration deadline is May 21, 2010.

Tete Jaune Cache

Mile 53 Ghost Town Hike: 1:00 pm Meet at 1:00 pm at the Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre and we will carpool to Tete Jaune Cache.

Valemount Community Hall

Concert and Dance Doors open at 8:30 pm, 9:00 pm–1:30 am. Admission $15.00. Dance the night away to the rockin’ sounds of earthbound! Tickets can be purchased at Infinity Office and Health or at the door. Concession, cash bar and shuttle service home by donation will be available.

Sunday, May 30, 2010 Cranberry Marsh

Marsh Meander: 10:00 am. Meet at the base of the north Lookout Tower. The Stake-Out: 10:00 am–2:00 pm Meet along the dike.

Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre

Packsaddle Creek Hike: 10:00 am Meet at the the Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre and we will carpool to the trailhead.

Staging Area (Please visit our website for location details) ATV Ride: 10:00 am . This is a 55 km round trip ride taking you to the top of a beautiful mountain with breathtaking views. Please contact VARDA at 250.566.4817 for further information. Please note: Completing the full length of the trail is dependent on the snow levels. The ride distance and/or location may be changed prior to the ride.

SPONSORS Best Western Valemount Inn & Suites The Loose Moose Pub Chalet Continental Hotel The Gathering Tree Valemount Hotel Valemount Pines Golf Course & R.V. Park

Sarak Restaurant China House Restaurant Home Hardware Valemount Valemount Sporting & Clothing Bumper to Bumper Shell Mighty Mart

For more information or to register: www.VisitValemount.ca/springfest Email: marketing@visitvalemount.ca Phone: 250.566.3335