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Play and Learn NEW DIRECTION? - PAGE 2
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“Play and Learn moves to Pepe’s”
Above: On Monday, February 6, 2012, parents and children participating in Valemount’s Play and Learn program enjoyed the bright sun streaming into Pepe’s Pizza Restaurant on 5th Avenue in Valemount. The program is funded, coordinated and delivered by CBAL, with additional financial support from Success by 6 and Children First. The program had been run out of the Lions Hall, but this new venue is bright, cheery and the facilities allow for storage of equipment as well as plenty of room for activities. Photo by Andrea Scholz
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UPFRONT
Tourism in McBride Daniel Betts EDITOR
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ourism, the fastest growing industry in British Columbia, has recently been a topic of discussion from one end of the valley to the other. On Sunday, February 5 the Village of McBride hosted a workshop entitled, “Growing the Tourism Industry in the Robson Valley,” with the intention of reviewing what currently is happening in regard to tourism and to allow public input as to what can be improved to help the industry grow in McBride and the Robson Valley. Village of McBride Councillors, Raj Basran and Rick Thompson guided an informative and lively discussion with almost 50 area residents and stakeholders who attended the workshop. Economic Development Officer for the Village of McBride, Margaret Graine presented to the gathering the work that has been done and is ongoing in regard to the support and development of tourism in the area. Graine explained why an area ski hill and swimming pool were not projects of focus. The Village of McBride conducted a survey to determine the wishes of village residents. In the survey, 65.6% of residents surveyed did not feel a ski hill was important and 64.8% of residents surveyed did not feel a swimming pool was important. The same survey asked residents, “Should council support projects that require annual subsidies by the taxpayers?” and only 6.3% of residents surveyed answered “yes.” Projects such as the eco-park, trail development and trail guide brochures were cited as important steps toward attracting tourists to the area. Other projects in the works, such as the Fraser River Boat launch, were mentioned as part of an ongoing effort to develop the industry. As a special treat, attendees were given a sneak peek of the new regional branding which both the Villages of McBride and Vale-
INVITATION TO TENDER CS 12-01 LED Lighting Upgrades for the Robson Valley Recreation Centre The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George (the “Regional District”) invites tenders from qualified suppliers to provide LED Lighting Upgrades for the Robson Valley Recreation Centre at 461 Columbia Street, McBride BC. Sealed tenders will be received by Diane Hiscock, General Manager of Financial Services, Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, 155 George Street, Prince George, B.C. up to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2012. Tenders must be sealed and returned in an envelope marked “LED Lighting Upgrades for the Robson Valley Recreation Centre - Invitation to Tender CS 12-01”. The responding organization or individual must have their name and full mailing address clearly marked on the outside of the tender envelope. Tenders will be opened in public at 2:15 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at the Regional District office. Late proposals will not be accepted and will be returned unopened to the proponent.
“Finding a direction for tourism”
Above: On Sunday, February 5, Margaret Graine, Economic Development Officer for the Village of McBride, speaks to almost 50 valley residents gathered at the McBride Community Hall attending a workshop hosted by the Village of McBride, to discuss tourism possibilities in the region. Photo by Andrea Scholz
mount, along with the regional district have been providing input on for the past six months. Some attendees were most impressed with the slogan, “Live Large” as well as the Robson Valley Region logo, which is intended to promote the entire region. Attendees were divided into six groups to discuss questions about the effectiveness of and improvements to the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) in McBride, how the area is currently being marketed, whether a collective or collaborative marketing strategy was of value and any ideas anyone may have to grow and improve tourism in the Robson Valley Region. Each table reported back their findings to the group. Most agreed the VIC was an important and valuable tool for promoting the area and helping to direct tourist traffic to area businesses. Various improvements to the VIC were suggested, such as re-arranging the counters to be more user friendly while directing visitors more easily to the gallery and having a specific McBride and Area brochure rack. It was also suggested businesses could have advertising at the VIC in the form of a scrolling
digital screen. Other concerns and suggestions ranged from the need to have better parking and markings at area trailheads as well as better exposure for area snowmobile and ski clubs. The idea of a collective marketing strategy gained some support but only after it was established it would not duplicate the “VARDA” model used in Valemount. There was also discussion on improvements to websites that pro mote the area. All the suggestions, ideas and concerns were gathered and will be collated for review by the village and made available to all participants. Councillor Basran suggested, as a next step, the formation of a Tourism Committee that would look at marketing and identifying manageable ideas while finetuning a direction. The Village of McBride, as part of their core review, would consider information provided in regard to the VIC. The Village of McBride is reviewing all its services to identify the best use of their budget. For more information residents should contact the McBride Village Office.
Invitation to tender documents may be obtained on, or after Wednesday, February 8, 2012: A)In a PDF (Public Document Format) file format from the Regional District’s website at www.rdffg.bc.ca , or B)In hard copy format from the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, Service Centre, 155 George Street, Prince George, B.C. between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory holidays. C)In hard copy format from the Robson Valley Recreation Centre, 461 Columbia Street, McBride, BC, during regular business hours. D) On the BC Bid® website www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca.
CALL FOR PROJECT SUBMISSIONS Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Programs The Village of Valemount is now accepting project proposals for funding consideration from Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Programs. Project evaluation criteria and application forms are available from:
A mandatory site meeting will be held for all prospective tenderers. The meeting is scheduled to start promptly at 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 20, 2012, at the Robson Valley Recreation Centre. Tender submissions received from any tenderer who did not attend the mandatory site meeting will be rejected.
• Village office at 735 Cranberry Lake Road • Village website at www.valemount.org • CBT website at www.cbt.org
The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The Regional District of FraserFort George reserves the right to accept or reject any or all tenders. Facsimile tenders and electronic tenders will NOT be accepted.
For more information about preparing your project proposal or to receive an application form by mail call Anne Yanciw at 1.250.566.4435. An information session will be held 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., February 7, 2012.
All questions relating to this project must be directed to the Project Manager: Terry McEachen, General Manager of Development Services Regional District of Fraser-Fort George Telephone: 250-960-4400 Fax: 250-562-8676 Email: tmceachen@rdffg.bc.ca 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
Deadline for project submissions is 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 29, 2012. Late applications are not eligible. All applicants will be required to present their proposals at a public meeting on March 14, 2012. Administered and Managed by: Village of Valemount 735 Cranberry Lake Road PO Box 168, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0 Ph: 250.566.4435
“Red Amaryllis”
Joan Nordli’s beautiful Amaryllis has 4 blossoms and a second stem. Photo by Deanna Mickelow
Local News
The Valley Sentinel Wednesday February 8, 2012 • 3
Avalanche damages helicopter Daniel Betts Editor
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t is funny what can happen when you are sitting up in the alpine minding your own business. Last week, near McBride, B.C., a CMH Heli-skiing pilot had dropped off some skiers, landed his helicopter behind an island of trees in a valley bottom, shut down his aircraft and was waiting for skiers to return from an exciting run down the mountain. “It is a fairly common place to shut down, in a place that is quite safe,” explained Marty von Neudegg, CMH Director of Corporate Services. Despite the cover, the slow moving snow of the tail end of an avalanche went around the trees and pushed the parked helicopter approximately 10 meters. While the engine was shut down, the rotors were slowly turning. The advancing snow caused the helicopter to wobble and the rotor struck the snow. As the rotor came around it hit the helicopter, rendering it inoperable. The pilot was unharmed and stepped away from his aircraft, which had to be airlifted away for repairs by another helicopter. “There were no injures. The guests were back skiing with a different helicopter,” said von Neudegg. So if you were one of the few valley residents who witnessed a helicopter being flown out of the alpine last week, that’s the story behind it.
Local athlete defends title Jennifer Meagher contributor
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ocal star Reiner Thoni made us all proud once again during the recent North American Ski Mountaineering Championship, in Crested Butte, Colorado. Here, with spandex hugging his legs and skis strapped interchangeably to both his feet and pack he defended last year’s victory and took home bragging rights as North America’s top ski mountaineer. The town of Crested Butte sits at 9,600 feet, which is almost directly in line with the summit of McKirdy Mountain. Most of the mountains in the area would tower over Mt. Robson at around 14,000 feet but would appear like just a few rolling, snow-covered hills. Three other Team Canada members and three coaches joined Thoni for their first time racing at this location. Weekend events took place over two days with a sprint on day one and the individual event on day two. The sprint consisted of two assents with two descents. Participants had to ski up the mountain, take off their skins (soft fabric that sticks to the bottom of skis and makes going up steep terrain possible), ski down, put their skins back on, ski up, take off their skins, and tuck hard for the final downhill. Racers started in 30-second intervals and with the winner crossing the finish line around the five-minute mark, there was no room for error and smooth transitions were essential. To put this into perspective, it takes me almost five minutes just to take off my skins and put them in my pack. Thoni came in second place, in the sprint, only seconds behind first place. The individual race copied European races in format and was the most technical of its kind to ever take place in North America. Most of the race took place between 10,000 and 12,000 feet and had 5,000 feet elevation gain. What made it so unique however, was Mt. Crested Butte’s massive Guide’s Ridge. This fifth class ridge required that competitors literally go mountain climbing in the middle of their ski race. With ski boots on their feet and skis strapped to their backs, they were out for just another Sunday stroll in the world of ski mountaineering, working with mandatory technical climbing gear all along to catch them from potential falls as they made their way up fixed ropes. Thoni did not fall though, “It’s hard climbing like that. Normally when you’re climbing you take your time and pick a good route but when your racing you think ‘that was stupid, that was stupid,’ you’re not thinking because you’re breathing so hard and trying to keep moving.” The race had 180 participants and was open to all North Americans. Members of the Italian team came as well to earn points towards the World Cup Circuit. Thoni’s next event will take place this coming weekend at the Canadian National Championships in Kicking Horse. We’ll all be cheering Reiner! Good luck!
CALLING LADIES of VALEMOUNT Looking for CHRIST CENTERED fellowship (nondenominational) with others of a like mind? Join us for Soup and Sandwich at the Great Escape on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. Come on the 8th of February 2012 at 12:30. The tab will be picked up by us and donations towards this event will be welcomed and tax receipted. Bring a non Churched friend along!!! Interested? Contact Barbara at 250 566 4021 LADIES of VALEMOUNT COMMUNITY CHURCH
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OPINION
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Avoiding Anger
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veryone can achieve power, perhaps not the same kind or level of power enjoyed by certain authority figures, but expertise, reputation and experience in a chosen field can earn anyone a level of respect that can be translated into influence. People can choose to develop this influence in a positive direction to help others, strengthen their community and maintain their reputation or they can wield this influence like a sword to achieve a goal, further a personal agenda or bring justice to a perceived injustice, without regard for consequences. The key to deciding whether to build or destroy would seem to be justification. From the lofty to the lowly, people seem to have the ability to find a justification for any abuse of power, no matter how small. One of my more memorable lessons in the abuse of power was years ago while I was taking law enforcement courses in college. Our class was receiving instruction on the use of force and in what situations would the use of deadly force be justified. Police officers, for the most part, are trained professionals who carry a specific tool capable of ending life with a single muzzle blast, however police officers are human beings, more than capable of abusing their position. My instructor, an experienced, wise and somewhat grizzled RCMP veteran who always looked at our class behind dark accusatory eyes, had a simple gauge. With a wry knowing smile he told us, “if you pull the trigger while your knuckles are white, it’s self defense, but if you pull the trigger while your ears are burning, it’s murder.” We realized it wasn’t any specific situation but an emotional state that separated justice from injustice. The power to hurt others is within us all. The justification to hurt others is a subtle switch in our minds. A misunderstood bill, an unresolved past transgression, guilt imposed by association, an unjustified rumour and suddenly we are reaching for whatever weapon is at our disposal to impose justice and get revenge. We don’t have to cause physical harm to hurt someone. Sometimes a hurtful word, starting a rumour or discouraging patronage can be just as powerful as a bullet, depending upon how much power you wield. Anger so easily unbalances us and when we act with it in our hearts we quite often feel regret after. Anger clouds consequences and hides truth. In history the justified abuse of power has led to the world’s most vicious atrocities and genocides. Anger is our signal to step back and consider, not act. Personally, I like to write it out. Going for a walk is another great way to get past anger and see the truth of a situation. Most importantly, anger should never be allowed to fester and grow into an impenetrable dark cloud that hides all truth and makes us think and act irrationally. We all encounter situations that are frustrating and may on the onset appear even hurtful, but it is better to face every situation with a rational perspective unclouded by anger. If your ears are burning, step back and don’t let anger make a decision you will regret.
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Hope for the best, prepare for the worst Dear Editor, If Harper wants the key to recovery in hard economic times, it is small business job creation. Small business has always been the economic engine that drives Canada’s economy. My wife and I own three small businesses and we’ve hired dozens of employees. We have even lobbied them to consider putting down roots here and several have. If, we within the boundaries of this Robson Valley of ours, took our economy into our own hands, we could ride out any economic storm. Look at our own local valley ‘s resources, like timber with in community forest tenures. Look at all the landowners, farmers and ranchers we have. Ain’t no rancher gonna starve or that rancher’s friends starve. No way. None of my friends in this valley will starve for want for any food, guitars or rottie pups as long as we have our farm running. Our woodshed is full, our freezers, fridges, pantries and root cellars are full. We have gravity fed pure Rocky Mountain spring water, unlimited, with no hydro needed to have our water or heat our home. We’ve practiced what we’ve preached, especially now in 2012. “Hope for the best and prepare for the worst,” in other words, if any of my family got cancer or killed as their cross to bear, we are prepared for any of that, but hope it doesn’t happen. Prayer never hurts, but always helps. In world events, the coming war between
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Village of McBride Council Briefs Birgit Stutz CONTRIBUTOR
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he regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held January 24 with Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillors Irene Rejman, Rick Thompson, Raj Basran and Lori Kimpton, Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine in attendance. Deputy Administrator/Treasurer Danielle Smith was absent.
Reports Councillors, EDO and CAO provided verbal reports. Councillor Rejman volunteered to participate in the Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP) for the community. Omineca Beetle Action Coalition meeting Councillor Thompson reported that he attended the Omineca Beetle Action Coalition (OBAC) board of directors meeting at the University of Northern BC in Prince George on January 20. Councillor Thompson is the Village of McBride representative on the board. For more information on the meeting and the project applications that were approved by the coalition, read Councillor Thompson’s January 20 blog entry at www.rickthompson.webs. com. For more information on OBAC visit www.ominecacoalition.ca. Economic forum Graine reported that at the economic forum, which took place in Valemount on January 16, 12 projects were selected out of 50. “McBride presented six projects, and two were selected,” she said. “We are expecting a report from the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation early February.” Beer garden endorsement Council carried a motion that the Veneer King Hockey Club application for a beer garden endorsement from February 17-19 for the club’s hockey tournament be approved. Accounts Council carried a motion that the December accounts report be received. Public involvement Councillor Basran raised the question how to better involve the public on the going-ons in the village. Council then discussed questions such as ‘Why is the attendance by community members at Council meetings so sparce?’ and ‘How does Council facilitate getting additional community input on decisions that Council is making?’ Councillor Thompson said that Council meetings are open to the public and there are two ways to address Council. “On the Village website, you will find the information regarding how to provide input at a Council meeting,” he said. “Groups or individuals wishing to address Council regarding any particular issue should contact the Village office at least four working days prior to a scheduled meeting in order to be included in the agenda. On that same page, there is a link to the delegate form with additional information. There is also an opportunity for individuals to address Council at the start of each meeting with regard to items included in the agenda. Community members wishing to participate in this opportunity should register with the Chief Executive Officer prior to the start of the meeting.” The information above can be found at www.mcbride.ca. Click on Village Office > Village Council > Schedule of Meetings, or go directly to http:// mcbride.ca/admin/index.php?page=content&ID=13). Dates for Council meetings are also posted on the calendar on the Village of McBride website. As well, the agendas and minutes are available on the Village of McBride website. CAO Clements said the agenda is ready on Friday before the meeting. “If you can’t find the information there, give the Village staff a call at 250569-2229 and they will be glad to let you know when the next meeting is scheduled,” said Councillor Thompson. Council committed at last week’s meeting to making sure that there is a sign-up sheet available in the Council Chambers for the purpose of comments regarding items on the agenda. Councillor Thompe welcome Letters to the Editor on all subjects. son also maintains a We do not publish anonymous letters, so blog on his website at please include your name and contact information www.r ickthompson. so that we can verify that you wrote the letter. All webs.com where he letters are the opinion of the writer and not The Valley Sentinel. We reserve the right to edit letters reports on his activifor length, clarity or compliance with current stanties and happenings at dards of public taste. meetings and provides ubmit your letter to the editor by emailing it additional informato editor@thevalleysentinel.com or drop by tion. He also shares this The Valley Sentinel office in Valemount.
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as a public link on his Facebook page. Mayor Frazier also maintains a Facebook page where he posts information. Both Councillor Thompson’s Facebook page as well as his blog have the option to provide public comment. The Village of McBride budget meetings are also public meetings and are open for anyone to attend. “If you are interested in learning more about how the budgets of the Village of McBride are developed, then come out to one or more of these meetings,” Thompson wrote in his blog.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS
Curling Ladies Bonspiel In McBride February 10 to 12, 2012 The theme is the 80’s. Entry fee is $200/team which includes dinner, dance and Calcutta. To enter your team, or if you want to play but don’t have a team, contact Kevin Taphorn at 569 7434 Valemount Novice Hockey Tournament February 11 & 12 Come out and cheer on the local Valemount/McBride team. Their first game of the tournament will be on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. versus Clearwater. McBride Roundhouse theatre presents Charlie Major and Victoria Banks February 16, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door. YORA and Friends of Valemount Saturday, February 18 @ The Caribou Grill Walk up 5 Mile, potluck and meeting. Walk starts at 10a.m. (bring something to slide down on if you like), potluck at 12p.m. and meeting at 1:30p.m. Come to any or all of the above. New members welcome! Snowmobile DRAG RACES February 25, 2012 Races and Awards Ceremony Contact Jennifer at 566-9905 Snowmobile Poker Run February 26, 2012 from 9 am to 1pm Westridge Family Loop
Contact Curtis Pawliuk at VARDA 566-4817
Sentinel Historical Spotlight
VACS presents caladh nua March 12, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 / $25 for seniors and students or $35 at the door. Tickets available at Infinity. Come check out their traditional Irish music and dance along. McBride roundhouse Theatre Presents lorne elliott March 12, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $30 at the door. Come out for a good laugh at this Comedy Show. McBride Roundhouse theatre presents The Jesse Peters Trio April 25, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door.
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“James Vanslyk”
James Vanslyk 1907 – 1961 – a trapper, a Canadian Army soldier, a woodsman and an artist. James Vanslyk was born in Bulgaria April 18, 1907 to diplomat parents. His father was a diplomat between England and Bulgaria and his mother between England and the United States. From the Valemount Museum & Archives brought to you by The Valley Sentinel.
ONGOING EVENTS Valemount MONDAYS: • VALEMOUNT SENIORS Carpet Bowling 9 am Golden Years Lodge • Lions Bingo 1st & 3rd Mon, at Lions Hall, doors open 6pm, everyone welcome. • Royal Canadian Legion General meetings every 3rd Mon of month 7:30pm in Legion. • PLAY AND LEARN 10a.m. until noon at Pepe’s Restaurant tuesdays: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Co-ed from 7-8:30 pm • Valemount Children’s Activity Centre Board Meeting 1st Tuesday of the month - 7 pm @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • adult recreational vollEyball 7 - 9pm. Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Suzanne Bloodoff @ 250 566-9979 • Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 pm, council chambers. Everyone welcome. • Ladies Auxiliary #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3pm in Valemount Legion. WEDNESDAYS: • Public Library Board Meeting Every 2nd Wed. 5 pm Downstairs at the library. • valemount seniors music night 7-9 pm Golden Years Lodge • TOASTMASTERS meets every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. 7:30-9:30PM at the Best Western. THURSDAYS: • Adult Recreation Badminton. 7-9 pm in the Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Betty @250 566-4656 • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 pm Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458. • Chamber of Commerce Quarterly General Meetings 3rd Thurs of January, April, July and October @ 4:45pm at the old Learning Centre on Gorse St. in the CNC classroom • Saddle & Wagon Club Meeting 3rd Thurs. 7 pm 566-9707 • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs of every month at 7pm downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. FRIDAYS: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Co-ed from 7-8:30 pm • VALEMOUNT LEGION Friday Night dinners starting at 5 pm • ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Friday evenings at 8 p.m. in the Good Shepard Catholic Church basement SATURDAYS: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Open Mat from 9-11 am by appointment only.
• Valemount circle dance. For more info please contact 250 566-1782 SUNDAYS: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Kids class from 6-7 pm.
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Tete Jaune Community Club meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7pm at the Tete Jaune Hall.
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• Dunster family Dance First Saturday of each Month from 7 pm -10 pm Instruction from 7-8pm and short sessions throughout the evening. Lots of variety dances (-waltz, fox-trot, polka, cha-cha, two-step,schottische, etc.) Pot luck snacks at 9pm and then more dancing until 10pm. Admission - $5 for anyone over 12 - maximum of $10 per family. All welcome!! Contact Pete at 250-968-4334 for more information.
McBride • Mcbride community forest Open quarterly meetings on the first Wednesday of the month on Janueary 4, April 4, July 4, and October 3. McBride Village Council Chambers 7 pm tuesdays: • 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. • Alcoholics Anonymous Every Tuesday, 8 pm at the Health Unit. • STORYTIME at the McBride & District Public Library 10:30 a.m. WEDNESDAYS: • Free Drop in CommunityVolleyball from 7:30 to 9pm at the McBride Secondayr School • KIDZ KRAFTS 2:30-3:30 AT ODDS AND ENDS • Diabetes Support Group 1st Wed, 1 pm at Beaverview Lodge Sat. 10am -12 pm, 441 Dominion St. • 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 • Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild Every other Wednesday. 7:00 pm in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 569-3210. • LEGION AUXILLIARY BINGO First and Third Wednesday of the month at McBride Library. THURSDAYS: • OAPO Stitch & Knit Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 pm, Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305 • Free dance lessons at 7 p.m. at the Elks Hall
Valley Profile
The Valley Sentinel Wednesday February 8, 2012 • 7
Hockey girl Kelly Shawara
Birgit Stutz Contributor
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ard work is paying off for a McBride female hockey player. Kelly Shawara, who turns 16 in April and attends Grade 10 at McBride Secondary high school, was recently selected for the BC Hockey Female AAA Major Midget All-Star Team. The All-Star game was held at the Langley Events Centre in Langley on December 18. “Kelly really enjoyed the whole thing,” said Kelly’s mom Judy Shawara. “Being a first year midget she was delighted to be selected. The midget team is made up of a three-year age spread, grade 10 to 12. Kelly’s team won and it was an experience that she will never forget. At the half time they had a shoot-out, just for fun, and they selected Kelly along with four others on her team to be one of the shooters. She scored the first time and missed on her second shot. The Langley Events Centre is a really nice arena and they treated it like a professional game. They did replays on the jumbo screen and had an announcer. Kelly had a league game just before that and was on the ice for five hours straight.” The All-Star game had enough girls for two
teams, a white team and a blue team. “Kelly was on the blue team,” said Judy. “They came home with a really nice jersey and some gifts.” Kelly, who has played hockey for 10 years, is playing for the Prince George Cougars Major AAA Midgets Female team. She is currently number one for points for the team and ranked number seven for the whole league, which consists of five teams. “The Prince George Cougars Major AAA Midgets Female team is currently tied for last, but throughout the season they have beat all the other teams except the number one team, at one point or another throughout the season,” said Judy. “The last time her team played the number one team, the Prince George Cougars only lost 4-3.” Judy said Kelly is having a great year and still enjoying playing hockey; “She has excellent coaching by Jason Garneau and loves the team. Kelly had a bad case of bronchitis for the first couple of months of the season and it was difficult for her, but she slugged through and is healthy now.” Kelly is also still playing on the McBride Grizzlies team. “She would never give that up,” said Judy. “Her team is great and so are the coaches. She misses a lot of the games when they conflict with her Prince George games. The McBride team is very supportive of Kelly. The McBride Midget team has very skilled players and it really helps with her game.” Last year, Kelly was asked to play for the Pacific Steelers, an elite hockey team of girls born in 1996. “They were excellent,” said Judy. “This spring she will be playing for them again as they invited her back.” Judy said Kelly has to work very hard besides all her hockey practices to keep up with schooling. “She misses the last class every Wednesday and the first class on Thursday, and a lot of Fridays.
“Hockey is her life”
Above: In her tenth year of playing hockey, Kelly Shawara plays for the Prince George Cougars Major AAA Midgets Female team, the McBride Grizzlies Midget team and the Pacific Steelers elite hockey team. Photo Submitted
Her teachers support her and have told her that they are proud of her for keeping up with it. I am thankful that she is a hard worker and for the support of the school. Kelly’s goals are to keep improving on her hockey skills. She would like to play for a University team while getting an education at the same time.”
Wood Heating: Part Two – Air Quality Daniel Betts Editor
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ontinuing our series on wood heating, with the number of wood stoves in use around the valley, we felt it important to address air quality. Improperly burning wood can pollute the air we breathe, both indoors and outdoors. Smoky smouldering fires can emit plumes of blue-grey smoke from chimneys and is the main cause of wood-related air pollution. Wood smoke pollution can have a highly negative effect on people’s health. According to Health Canada, wood smoke contains a number of pollutants including carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), particulate matter and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHCs). Communities where wood heating is common, wood smoke can be responsible for as much as 25 per cent of the airborne particulate matter, 15 per cent of VOCs and 10 per cent of carbon monoxide in the air. Exposure to these pollutants can cause symptoms like eye, nose and throat irritation, nausea, headaches and dizziness. Asthma can worsen because of wood smoke and can cause increased respiratory problems. Regular and continued exposure to wood smoke may cause additional and more significant health risks. PAHCs are compounds with a potential to cause cancer. Pollution from wood heating can be controlled in a number of ways. Both Health Canada and the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), recommend purchasing an advanced technology appliance that has been certified as clean burning. Such appliances have been known to reduce smoke emissions by as much as 90 per cent compared to older conventional models. It is
also recommended that the correct size appliance is selected for your home and that it is placed in an efficient location. It is also important that the correct sized chimney is properly installed that matches your appliance. Avoid smoldering fires and only burn seasoned firewood that has been split to the right size for your appliance. Under no circumstances should garbage be burned in your appliance. Plastics, painted or treated lumber, plywood, particleboard and cardboard all contain harmful chemicals that are released into the atmosphere when burned. Also, you use less fuel and loose less heat if your home is made to be more energy efficient. Burning less fuel means less impact on the environment. Advanced combustion technology such as catalytic, non-catalytic and densified pellet has been very successful in reducing smoke and pollutant emissions from wood-burning appliances. The goal of new technology is to burn the smoke before it leaves the firebox, which is difficult as the smoke must be extremely hot and have adequate available oxygen. In catalytic combustion, exhaust gas is routed through catalyst coated ceramic honeycombs. The coating lowers ignition temperatures of the gases as they pass through it, which allows the appliance to operate at low firing rates while burning cleanly. Non-catalytic appliances create conditions necessary to burn gases. In such appliances the firebox is insulated to keep temperatures high, baffle plates reflect heat back into the firebox creating gas turbulence and a heated secondary air supply is usually fed to the fire above the fuel bed. In pellet stoves, the fuel is dried ground wood or other biomass waste compressed into small pellets. The pressure and heat created during their
production binds the pellets together without the need for additives. Pellets burn cleanly because they are fed into a combustion chamber at a controlled rate and matched with the correct amount of combustion air. Pellet stoves generally operate at much lower emission rates than conventional stoves. CMHC, out of concern for the safety of Canadians, publishes A guide to Residential Wood Heating, which contains much useful information on the installation and operation of wood heating appliances. For more information go to their website at www.cmhc.ca
Applications Now Accepted Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance, in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust, invites individuals of all artistic disciplines and arts, culture and heritage groups in the Columbia Basin to apply for project funding. Program brochures and application forms are available online at www.basinculture.com, or call CKCA at 1.877.505.7355 or email wkrac@telus.net. Deadline for applications is March 9, 2012, or March 23, 2012, depending on the program. Administered and managed by: P.O. Box 103, Nelson, BC, V1L 5P7 1.877.505.7355 wkrac@telus.net www.basinculture.com
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VALENTINE’S DAY
Calling for a New Valentine’s Day Donalda Beeson CONTRIBUTOR
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here is a familiar scent of imported floral arrangements, cheesy love sonnets, and heartshaped Swiss chocolate in the air again. It’s that day of the year that seemingly exists for the sole purpose of stressing couples into eating more chocolate and making single people feel bad and hence, eating more chocolate. Valentine’s Day has been called a “Hallmark Holiday,” which was coined to describe a holiday that is perceived to exist primarily for commercial purposes. Though, Hallmark denies inventing such holidays. It does seem at times that Valentine’s Day, with all its commercial hype, was designed to convince single people that they are lonely and should go buy something expensive, and to reinforce to couples that they need to prove their love, especially monetarily. This year why not laugh in the face of Hallmark and “take back our holiday!”? 3.36” x 4”
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Join in a growing movement, which aims to strip Valentine’s Day of its commercialism and make Valentines about love once again. Love for all man and animal kind, love for your community, love for the environment, love for the entire universe, and of course it can still be about love for your partners, families and friends as well. This Valentine’s Day do something good for Mother Earth; show her you do care about her by not running your vehicle for the day or planting some seeds in your window sill. Show your village you care by picking up garbage on your street or volunteering to help with Meals-onWheels or another deserving volunteer run community service. You can make it more personal by setting out to improve a stranger’s day. Challenge yourself to make an effort to make someone you don’t know feel special. Perhaps just with a smile or maybe by making and giving an anonymous card, cookie or craft. Appreciate the people you do see every day but maybe don’t know very well. Bring a gaudy heart-shaped cake to work, drop a candy off at the post office, or shovel a neighbour’s driveway! What about just plain and simply wearing your heart on your sleeve for the day? Provided of course you don’t do so already. Be ready to lend a helping hand, and share your smile inRSS
discriminately. Simply acknowledge your fellow community members, and let them know even if you don’t know them very well that they improve your day just by being a part of the community. Don’t we all deserve to feel appreciated? If you are single celebrate your independence with generous self-love. Thank yourself for loving you just as you are. Honour your time with you, because you are worth it. Maybe treat yourself to chocolate dipped strawberries and a warm bubble bath, or a day of cross-country skiing, basking in the romance of the mountain village you choose to live in. If you are attached challenge yourself to celebrate your partnerships in a noncommercial way. Breakfast in bed, a handmade card, a long shower together, a romantic stroll in the snow and a winter picnic are all thoughtful, less pricey ways of saying I care. Remind each other of all the reasons you are together, all the things you love about each other, especially the little ones, name and list them all. After all, Valentine’s Day, following the tradition of the saint who married couples in secret, is about celebrating the freedom we have to be able to give love and express love.
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Rod & Ann Hauer are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Kristina to Nathan Raitt, son of Yvonne Evans & Jon Raitt.
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On Saturday, February 4, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #266 Valemount held their Installation of Officers, Initiation of new members and awards dinner. Above: (Left to Right) Doug Hubert -- Service Office, & Honors & Awards, Les Dammann, Immediate Past President, Dave Blanchette, Deputy Sergeant at Arms, Clayton Gee - Sergeant at Arms, Marie Birkbeck Secretary-Treasurer, Eugene Jamin, Rick Lalonde, Pete Pearson, President, Peter Addis - 1st Vice President. Left: Nine new members were initiated into the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #266 Valemount, but only six were available for a photo. Eugene Jamin, Marion Farquharson, Amanda Cameron, Jane Shaw, Monique Jamin, Amanda McMinn (missing Rita Rewert, Roxie Kettle, Jim Stewart.) Photos submitted
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Valentine’s Day 62 Years and counting Astrid Frazier Contributor
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anuary 28, 1950 Anna and Laren Scales were married in Abbotsford, B.C. during one of the worst winters Vancouver had experienced. The wedding and reception was planned but weather conditions were horrendous. Everything froze; Anna lost her cake and her flowers. Very few guests were able to attend but they managed to get to Abbotsford where their marriage was witnessed by those friends and family members who could make the trip. Anna was 21 and Laren was 19. Anna was a New Years Baby born on January 1, 1929 in Calgary, Alta. and Laren was born August 21, 1931 in Nanaimo, B.C. The couple met in Beauty School in Vancouver, B.C. a year before they married. Both were professional hairdressers in Vancouver and ran their own business there for many years. Anna won the first ever Female Haircutting Completion in Vancouver for two years running in the fifties. The couple had 2 sons born in Chilliwack, B.C. One day, while looking through a gardening magazine featuring New Zealand, the Scales decided that they were ready for a change so they packed up the family and moved to Auckland, New Zealand. After arriving by ship, they both continued their hairdressing careers. Among their accomplishments, Laren was Hairdresser of the Year in New Zealand in 1975, and was the hairdresser for the English and New Zealand Theatre group of EVITA in 1982. A poster signed by the Evita cast still has an honoured place in the Scales’ home. After 15 years in New Zealand, they decided to return to Canada. The question was, “where in Canada?” Laren, and one of his sons, searched from central Manitoba to Chetwynd. First they moved to White Lake, B.C. then to Cumberland on Vancouver Island. They Valemount also spent some time in Port Alberni, B.C. before setLearning tling in Crescent Spur, where they bought a farm. The Centre family lived there for a few years, eventually making 250-566-4601 their way to the house they now have in McBride. Now both take life easy. Anna does word puzzles LOCAL JOB and often reads while Laren paints with watercolours. POSTINGS Everyday they enjoy their children, grandchildren Updated February 8, 2012 and are blessed with 4 great-grandchildren. They Updated Feb.8, 2012 have succeeded in such a long marriage because they have done everything together. Their advice for a long Banquet Servers
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“Lasting love”
Above: Anna and Laren Scales in their home on Saturday, February 4. Recently the McBride couple celebrated their anniversary. Photo by Astrid Frazier Upper left: On January 28, 1950, Laren and Anna Scales were married in Abbotsford B.C. during one of the worst winters in Vancouver history. Photo submitted
union includes: “be considerate of one another, and never go to bed mad”, and “always remember marriage is a two-way street, each person has to give a little”. Laren and Anna said they wanted to make their life together “an adventure” and for 62 years, it’s been a wonderful trip.
Advance Public Notice Load Restrictions
Pursuant to Section 66 of the Transportation Act, and to provisions of the Commercial Transport Act, notice is hereby given that load restrictions may be placed on short notice in the near future on all highways within the Robson Service Area. The restrictions will limit vehicles to 100 per cent, 70 per cent or 50 per cent legal axle loading. Overweight permits will not be granted and all term overweight permits are invalid for the duration of the restrictions. Trucking and transportation companies, as well as the general public, should govern themselves accordingly. Your cooperation in adhering to the above regulations is appreciated. Dated in Prince George, British Columbia, this first day of February, 2012. Ron Marshall, District Manager Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure Fort George District
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BUSINESS WATCH
LORDCO in Valemount Daniel Betts EDITOR
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success story, which started in Maple Ridge, B.C. in 1974, has reached Valemount, B.C. with the acquisition of Glacier Ridge Auto by the “proudly B.C. owned and operated” LORDCO Auto Parts. With over a hundred locations across British Columbia, LORDCO’s owner, Ed Coates, a businessman with over 40 years of experience recognized the potential of our valley. Before Coates could proceed he wanted to make sure he had a manager in place to run the store. In Nanaimo, B.C., Mark Vriend saw an ad published in the LORDCO company newsletter for a unique opportunity and decided to apply. He was pleased when his application was accepted. On November 1, 2011, Vriend and his wife travelled to Valemount to decide if this was the move he really wanted to make. “The area seemed nice, scenic. My wife and I decided to pursue it [the job opportunity],” said Vriend. He and his wife have recently sold their house in Nanaimo, B.C. and are looking for a place in the Valemount area. Vriend admits he has never been involved in outdoor activities. “I’m a city slicker, right,” Vriend said with a smile. He explained he has always lived in metropolitan areas, starting in Ontario, moving on to Winnipeg, Man., then to Vancouver, B.C. and finally Nanaimo, B.C. where he has lived for 13 years. He admits it will be, “quite a switch,” not having a Walmart or a Tim Hortons around. However he says when he and his wife first came out in November, “it felt really good.” Vriend says he trusts his instincts, “if something feels good I’ll pursue it, so that’s why I’m here.” He is aware the area has undergone a downturn or slump, but he feels “kinda positive” about the projects he has heard about, such as the mine in Blue River, B.C. and the ecoTECH project in McBride, B.C., even though they are, as he puts it, “a few years down the road.” He is also very confident in the success of LORDCO and the decision of its owner, Coates, to place a store in our valley. “He’s been quite successful,” said Vriend. He explained he started with LORDCO in 1996 in Richmond, B.C., when there were only 30 stores. “Our success story is being able to serve the customer,” said Vriend. LORDCO Auto Parts is open seven days a week. “Christmas is the only day we aren’t open,” Vriend explains proudly. Also, a planned expansion of the store is set to take place in the next couple of months.
“The Manager is in”
Above: On Wednesday, February 1, Mark Vriend, became the manager of LORDCO Auto Parts in Valemount, formerly Glacier Ridge Auto. Photo by Daniel Betts
Fields to close its doors Daniel Betts EDITOR
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“A new local opportunity?”
Above: On Monday, February 6, the Fields storefront in Valemount, will be one of 141 stores across Canada that will be closing its doors by the fall of this year. Photo by Sylvia Grigat
ast week, Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) announced the closure of all Fields stores across Canada to take place over the year with the last stores closing in the fall of this year. “This is a strategic decision by HBC to focus on growing our other banners,” said Tiffany Bourre, External Communications Manager for HBC. “Fields was proud to serve the many communities across Canada where our stores were located and would like to thank all our customers for their loyalty. HBC would like thank all Fields Associates for their dedicated service.” The local Fields store currently employs one full-time employee and five parttime employees. Andru McCracken, Mayor of Valemount, hopes there is incentive for the owner of the building to continue to rent it out and have it making money. “That is my great hope,” said McCracken. “It sort of demonstrates the fickleness of large enterprise. For reasons unrelated to Valemount, that company is closing.” McCracken would like to see local people, who are invested in the community and want to see the best for Valemount, move into the space created after Fields closes its doors. “Even though it’s a negative we have to hope for the positive and there may just be some light in this. I hope that there is,” said McCracken.
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Assorted Blues Harps, Strings, Cords, Capos, Mikes, Stands, Chord Books, Song Books, & Local Cd’s
Rocko’s Music - 250-968-4335 Brown Rd. Dunster Just Past Vogels
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Church 569.2378 or 569.8845 1st Ave
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441 Dominion St., 250 569.3206 or 250 569.3386. Worship/Kids church10:00am
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 11:00am, Prayer Service Wed. 7 pm
MENNONITE CHURCH
Sun. Sch. 10am Sunday Services 11am, 7:30pm Wed
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Large log house, 5 bedrooms, 5 bath, 6 acres. Close to McBride. Pets O.K. 250-989-2228
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Great 2 bedroom house on huge lot. Close to town (Valemount), wood/ propane heat, non-smoking, pets negotiable. $700/ month. Call Marcy 604-5740904, or 778-320-6032
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500 pound round bales of straw at $25.00 each. Contact Mark 250-5692561 FEB 22
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4 bedroom home for rent in McBride. Wood stove. Nice landscaped yard. Mature family only.$800 month.250-566-9126 FEB 29
CN Apts 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites $520 and $590 per month plus Hydro. On site laundry, no pets please. Call Scott 250-566-1569
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reach Coordinator, Robson Valley Support Society at (250) 569 2266 or (250) 968 4358, or email nancy_t@telus.net for more information.
Notes from All Over Donalda Beeson CONTRIBUTOR
Charlie Major and Victoria Banks Live in McBride The McBride Roundhouse Theatre is pleased to present two of Canada’s Country Music Royalty - Charlie Major and Victoria Banks together on the same stage, Thursday, February 16, 2012. These multi-award winning artists will perform individually, and in duet, some of their best known songs for an evening that is sure to delight old and new fans alike. You won’t want to miss this concert. This would make a great gift for any Country music fan and perhaps the perfect gift to your Valentine and not to mention, you! Tickets are on sale now at McBride Stedman’s for $30 in advance or they will be $40 at the door. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. 3rd Annual Pride Weekend in Jasper February 10 to 12, 2012 is the 3rd annual Pride Weekend taking place in Jasper National Park. The three day long pride celebration is hosted by OUT Jasper. Jasper Pride Weekend originated to address the need for fundraising to help sustain the day to day operations of the OUT Jasper program, as well as to continue to provide activities throughout the year, educate youth on diversity and effects of homophobic bullying, and increase awareness of the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transitioning, and Questioning), community. Weekend Events will include a Welcome Mixer, Friday, February 10, Skiing and Snowboarding at Marmot Basin, Saturday, February 11 and 12, an Après Ski, Saturday, February 11, and the OUT Jasper Mardi Gras Fundraiser Event, Saturday, February 11. Everyone is welcome! Boot Camp in Valemount Get buff and kick butt with eight weeks and 16 one-hour Boot Camp classes. It’s not too late to get involved. Classes started on February 6, 2012, at the Valemount Secondary School gym. Come join Mixed Martial Arts pro-athlether Jose Cornejo on Monday’s and Wednesday’s from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. for an intense hour of interval training. It was designed for athletes to prepare for competition and includes exercises from several disciplines such as; Olympic and Greco-Roman wrestling, Judo and Thai Boxing. This program aims to improve your strength, speed and overall well-being. McBride and District Public Library The McBride and District Public Library has a children’s story-time every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Come listen to some stories, finger-plays and rhymes! The Library’s fall and winter hours are Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Library also has a “branch” location in Dome Creek, the Lena Schultz Reading Room, to serve the residents at the west end of the District. Also come check out the renovations to the Annex!
Superior Propane’s Pink Bulk Fuel Truck Looking for Robson Valley Venues Marie Birkbeck, of the Valemount Chamber of Commerce wants to let you know that Superior Propane is looking to bring their pink bulk fuel truck (in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation) to Valemount and the Robson Valley this summer. She is looking for a list of annual events that may provide a venue for them. Email her at info@ valemountchamber.com. Valemount Chamber of Commerce Workshop According to Tourism Valemount’s coordinator Jennifer Robinson, Service Canada, CRA, and the Valemount Chamber of Commerce are combining forces to bring Valemount another workshop during Chamber Week in mid February. Tentatively the date will fall between February 21 and 23 (only one of these 3 dates, actual date to be confirmed soon). One topic of interest to be addressed she said, is the changes to the Canada Pension Plan which took effect on January 1, 2012, and affects not only employers and employees, but those collecting or considering collecting CPP in the near future. More details will be made available as they are confirmed. Don’t Forget to Check the Highway Webcams During these cold and icy treacherous times for highway road condition don’t forget to check out drivebc.ca for road conditions before you set out on any adventures. In addition for an added visual you can check out the webcams. There is one on Highway 5 at Wire Cache about 15 kilometres south of Avola looking north, and a new webcam for Highway 16, at Red Pass, 27 kilometres east of the Tete-Jaune Junction and 40 kilometres west of the provincial border. The Queen of Canada’s Diamond Jubilee On February 6, 2012, the Queen, celebrated her Diamond Jubilee. This event includes a series of festivities across the United Kingdom and Commonwealth of Nations and will likely run throughout the year. Long live the Queen! Simply Accounting Level One at the Valemount Learning Centre Presenting an introduction to computerized accounting using Simply Accounting; this course covers setting up a chart of account and electronically entering transactions for accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll. The only prerequisite is that you must be comfortable using computers and have a good working knowledge of bookkeeping or have completed the Making Sense of Accounting course. There is a test that the potential student must pass. Dates for the course are, February 16, 21, 23, 28 and March 1, 2012. These classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The cost is $250 plus HST per student. Your instructor for this course will be Wendy Dyson. Got a Tip? If you have a note idea or tip, or would like to share your event or happening with us, you are encouraged to contact Donalda Beeson at donalda@thevalleysentinel.com or The Valley Sentinel 250 566 4425. Please note that all items for publication on the Wednesday issue must be in by the previous Friday.
Cafe Show-and-Tell at the McBride Trading Co. A Robson Valley Support Society Initiative, the Robson Valley Community Learning Project in partnership with the McBride and District Public Library is hosting their next Cafe Show-and-Tell Friday, February 17 at the McBride Trading Co., starting at 10:00 a.m. and ending at noon. Check back here for more event venues. Everyone is welcome. ConNew at the McBride Public Library tact Nancy Taylor, Community Learning OutAdult fiction
Robson Valley Community Learning Project
We are all teachers and we are all learners The mission of the Robson Valley Community Learning Project is to respectfully advocate and facilitate life-long learning for everyone in our community, thereby improving the human condition.
Cafe Show-and-Tell Schedule for Jan. 2012 until April 2012 starting at 10:00 a.m. - ending at noon • Friday, Jan. 6th - North Country Lodge • Friday, Jan. 20th - The Beanery 2 • Friday, Feb. 3rd - The Sandman • Friday, Feb. 17th - The McBride Trading Co. • Friday, Mar. 9th - The North Country Lodge • Friday, March 23rd - The Beanery 2 • Friday, April 13th - The Sandman • Friday, April 27th - The McBride Trading Co.
Everyone Is Welcome! Contact: Nancy Taylor, nancy_t@telus.net Community Learning Outreach Coordinator Robson Valley Support Society 250-569-2266 or 250-968-4358
Break Down – Sara Paretsky Locked On – Tom Clancy The World We Found – Thrity Umrigar Running the Rift – Naomi Benaron
Adult Non-fiction Canadian Pie – Will Ferguson Robertson Davies: A portrait in mosaic – Val Ross Deliciously G-Free – Elisabeth Hasselbeck Thoughts & Feelings: Taking control – Matthew McKay
Junior
Witch & Wizard – James Patterson How to Train Your Dragon – Cressida Cowell Shhh! Canadian Scientists and Inventors Rule – Diana Cruchley Art & Max – David Wiesner
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Anne of Green Gables: The animated series Crazy, Stupid, Love Margot at the Wedding Mildred Pierce
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New at the Valemount Public Library Adult fiction
The broken land ~ Kathleen O’Neal Gear The last kingdom ~ Bernard Cornwell The wife’s tale ~ Lori Lansens DC dead ~ Stuart Woods
Adult Non-fiction
Timber framing for the rest of us ~ Robert Roy Take along knitting Elizabeth the queen ~ Sally Bedell Smith Prime time ~ Jane Fonda Screw business as usual ~ Richard Branson
Junior
Sir Bentley and the Holbrook Court ~ Chuck Black Sir Kendrick and the Castle of Bel Lione ~ Chuck Black Lady Carliss and the waters of Moorue ~ Chuck Black
DVD
Your love never fails White Oleander Get low The social network
Valemount Public Library
Plus many, many more new titles listed on our website http://valemount.bclibrary.ca Library hours Tues, Thurs, Fri 10am-5pm Wed 10am-9pm and Sat 11am-3pm
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ACTIVITIES HOROSCOPE FOR THE WEEK BY MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) A whole new day has dawned for you and it is bringing many realizations. There is reason to believe that your heart and mind are wide open, perhaps leaving you feeling a bit vulnerable. Yet, it is also sparking your focus for the future and deepening your determination to succeed. This stands to be a time of abundance, so give thanks to perpetuate the flow. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) Somehow you are shaking the world and others are taking notice. A powerful momentum is evident spurred by inner motivations and/or hidden ambitions. Sharing the dream with family and friends feels right. If however the opposite is true and you feel blocked and frustrated this is the green light to clarify your priorities with the requested assistance of trusted authorities. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Future visions and perhaps even divine revelations are stimulating your mind. These are activating new ideals. Yet you may also feel the need to acquire some new tools. Making better use of your skills and talents is featured. These new awarenesses may also be prompting you to get to the bottom of things especially with domestic matters. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Calling upon the talents resources, findings and genius of others is a main focus now. At this stage of the game you need others to advance. Fortunately, you will likely discover that others are happy to assist. Gaining inspiration can come in many ways and simply finding ways to admire people’s feats and achievements may be enough to enjoy life and advance. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Stimulating key exchanges with others continues. The time is right to network and lay the ground for future prospects. Your ambitions are likely running high, yet either your energy levels or those of others may not be as enthusiastic. You may be able to excite them with your creative ideas however, so set your sights to ignite passions with pro-active efforts. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Thoughts about your health and the future are on your mind. These are a wake-up call to be more aware of the importance of nutrition and exercise. Yet, focusing to consider deeper realities like death, karma, the afterlife, reincarnation is an emerging theme. Yes you ‘have’ a body so respect it, but remember it is not you. Whole health implies tending to the integration of your body, mind, heart and soul.
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Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) Many new ideas are running through your mind. These may well be stimulated by a dynamic networking cycle. Yet, you also feel inspired to be close to home. To this end, creating beauty in your environment will prove extra inspiring now. This remains a good time to attend to unfinished business as well. Tidy-up so you can move forward, inspired and confident.
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Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Clearing the way to build upon more solid ground is important now. This includes building stronger lines of communication. Beyond diplomatic protocol and intelligent exchanges, speaking from the heart and expressing your truth will go a long way. Taking risks to do and say what is true verses simply right is its own form of wise investment, yet financial realities are featured as well. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) An assertive mood is leading you to new perspectives and alternative approaches. You are a humanitarian at heart, but your methods may not always be obvious. Obtaining new tools and knowledge feels right. With your confidences on the rise, there is no time to waste. By way of aiming to meet the genuine needs of others, you will meet your own as well. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) This may be a time of retreat but not necessarily of rest. Rising ambitions to initiate new streams of income or at least to take measures to refine your talents implies a strong focus. Improving the quality of your personal and professional relationships qui ut s de weavess alinto the plot, eitherissit,way. yourdae.ideas, por seideals and ust, simpo Express Pis re m nonser sinim am, l ni it lu pu s volo t ommos e aspe molla vern s et re mquias vo hicatum, quiam t labo. Pa et vole te feelings with warmth, sincerity and passion olupta totafor restio volut qu ni results. ne best atur m e ne m l m gi ru ur sunt volupta sita m is eos om co da ni fu om ti or inct dita luptat omnihi ea en eu ri om ia is eic r, tem at et facim
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“New Citizen”
In a ceremony held in Prince George, B.C., on Tuesday, January 31, Barbara Markham was one of among over 80 people, representing 48 nations, who received their Canadian Citizenship. Markham, originally from Zimbabwe, has been working to get her citizenship since 2002. Above: On Wednesday, February 1, friends gathered to celebrate local resident, Barbara Markham receiving her Canadian Citizenship.
“Valemount Senior Girls keep winning”
Right: Barbara Markham celebrates with her friends in Valemount while enjoying a special Canadian Flag cake made for the occasion. Congratulations! Photos by Daniel Betts
On February 3 and 4, 2012 the Valemount Senior Girls Basketball Team hosted a tournament at the Valemount High School gym, which was attended by six teams. The girls won all of their games and finished first overall in the tournament. Above: Valemount’s Rebecca Lerch chases Shelby Legebokoff of Fort St. James in the final game of the tournament, which saw Valemount victorious with a score of 67 over 47 for Fort St. James. This was the senior girl’s final home game as they look forward to zones and provincial championships. Good luck girls! No matter what we are so very proud! Photo by Augusto Pardo Bonafonte
“Giving back to the community”
Above: On Wednesday, February 1, Ladies Auxiliary President, Alice Olson, presented monitory donations to community organizations in Valemount. From left to right: Carl Forman for Valemount Minor Hockey, Bobbi Roe for Meals-on-Wheels and Karen Doughty for the Valemount figure skating club. Photos by Andrea Scholz
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