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“National champion welcomed home” Above: On Thursday, August 23, Agnes Esser stands beneath the banner prominently displayed above her Father’s driveway. Esser was welcomed home after returning with a new shot-put record, a gold and bronze medal from the national Youth Athletic Championships, held on Prince Edward Island. Check out pages 8 for the full story. Photo by Laura Johnson
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UPFront
Update on the Up-track to Crystal Ridge Sled Assisted Ski Hill Donalda Beeson Contributor
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ingers crossed, everything will be on schedule for a mid-to-late December grand opening of Valemount’s Crystal Ridge Sled Assisted Ski Hill. Complete with four runs and a good up-track leaving from the Westridge parking lot, this area will provide over 2000 vertical feet of skiing. Curtis Pawliuk from the Valemount and Area Recreational Development Association (VARDA) said the only hold up thus far has been the high water on the Canoe River where they are installing a bridge for quicker access to the hill from town. As this is a fish-bearing stream and the Bull Trout are in spawn, they are working under a “fish window” from the Ministry of Environment, Department of Fisheries, which was open officially from July 15 to August 15. However, said Pawliuk “because of our crazy snowpack last year and complete rainout in June,” the Canoe River, which has to be crossed to build the abutment for the bridge on the other side is massive, so the Ministry has graced them with a two week fish extension on the fish window. Bridge construction began during the last week in August. Otherwise, he said, “We are on schedule...the bridge is on order, the wood is on order, everything is online. The Source Tree Service is up there grooming three more runs and things are going really well.” They just have to make sure they can cross the river. This snowmobile shuttle hill is a “one of a kind ski facility” said Pawliuk; it has “never been built or thought of before.” Originally the “Power Boarders Club had the idea back in 2005...so we owe it to them for thinking of this and looking at that area,” said Pawliuk. Now VARDA is “working with the club to make the dream become a reality.” Pawliuk urged that this is, “Grassroots, not rough around the edges, but won’t be as refined the first year.” They do however, hope to work out their growing pains in the first year; of concern will be the particulars of grooming and maintenance. Down the road, said Pawliuk, “it will likely be a managed area, similar to our snowmobile areas, but it will bring huge benefit.” The main benefit being the ability to potentially access and groom three areas from one parking lot: Crystal Ridge, access to the upper Westridge, and the Westridge Family Loop, which could mean opening up another recreational area close to town.
“Laying the foundation”
Above: Concrete blocks are set into place on Monday, Aug 27. The concrete blocks will form the structural support for the bridge crossing the Canoe River. Photo by Andrea Scholz
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Valemount’s new bylaw enforcement strategy Donalda Beeson CONTRIBUTOR
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n a recent administrative report to council, acting Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Anne Yanciw, stated the Village of Valemount recognizes that, “it has both a responsibility and a right to enforce bylaws...even in the absence of a hired Bylaw Officer.” It also identified “without bylaw enforcement training, it is not wise for village staff to deal with certain violations.” To that end, the village has developed a general strategy for managing violations and encouraging compliance in the absence of a Bylaw Officer. This solution requires a greater degree of community involvement, as well as support from the SPCA and the Humane Society or another local society. Village staff, the RCMP, and local veterinarians will also all play a role. Bylaw enforcement is complaint driven; hence, the community can assist in identifying issues, and informing the village. According to the village, the main bylaw issues of concern are animals at large, noise, unsightly premises, noxious weeds, and parking. Parking is a less common complaint, and the local RCMP is willing to assist with that area. Noise complaints are recorded to spike in summer and become almost non-existent in winter. The RCMP has been assisting with these complaints and will likely continue to do so. Typically, the village receives 20 complaints of weeds, overgrown grass, or derelict vehicles each year. They are dealt with through a series of letters. The first letter requests that the homeowner deal with the offending item by a certain deadline. If it is not dealt with by a second deadline the village handles it and the homeowner is billed for the work. Animal complaints, they say, are more complicated, as “animals can cause several types of concerns from noise and safety to property damage and lack of licensing.” Captured animals, in addition, need to be contained, fed, watched, and cared for while the owner is sought. If unclaimed, they need to be dealt with further. Many complaints are reportedly not dealt with, because frequently “the offending animal is gone by the time requested help arrives.” In the case of a dog at large during business hours, village staff, if available,
Timber Supply report criticized Bill Phillips EDITOR AT PG FREE PRESS
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ven though NDP forest critic Norm MacDonald co-chaired the Special Committee on Timber Supply and was a signatory to it, he used its release to slam Liberal forest policies. “British Columbia’s forests represent a trillion-dollar asset that the B.C. Liberals have been badly mismanaging for over a decade,” said MacDonald. “Under the Liberal government’s watch, more than 35,000 jobs in the forest sector have been lost and dozens of mills have closed forever.” The timber supply report, released August 15, makes 22 recommendations to government to try and mitigate an expected reduction of 10 million cubic metres of timber harvest in the Interior over the next 20 years, as a result of the mountain pine beetle infestation. “Many of the recommendations in the committee’s report could help reverse some of the damage caused by the failed Liberal forest policy,” MacDonald said. “They reflect many of the changes Adrian Dix and the New Democrats have been advocating for years, and would help address forest health, protect jobs and create better value out of our forest industry.” An impetus for the committee was the January explosion and fire at the Babine Forest Products mill in Burns Lake, which killed two workers and closed the mill indefinitely as its owner, Hampton Affiliates, wants access to more fibre in order to re-open. “The people of Burns Lake should not have been forced to wait seven months for recommendations,” said MacDonald. “The crisis in Burns Lake brought into focus two clear failings. First, the B.C. Liberals have no mechanism to assist and support communities in transition due to a crisis within the industry. MacDonald said the recommendations must be accepted by government and their implementation must begin immediately. The United Steelworkers (USW) union is supporting the report. “The Special Legislative Committee’s report is thorough and we congratulate committee members for their work on this complicated and highly-politicized issue,” said USW Wood Council Chair Bob Matters. “We are pleased that the committee understands the importance of the working forest and forest industry jobs and, in particular, their recommendations to help secure fibre to ensure that there is, once again, an operating sawmill in Burns Lake following the tragic explosion of the Babine sawmill.” He agreed with MacDonald, however, in that the situation is an indictment of Liberal forest policy. The USW specifically cites the legislative committee’s assertions that proper timber inventories have not been done, and that many of the recommendations could have been implemented months ago in the case of Burns Lake had there still been a formal process to deal with communities in crisis, such as the former Jobs Protection Commissioner. “Unlike some observers, when there is a community tragedy such as the Babine mill explosion, the MLAs on the committee, our members and most British Columbians agree that there is a role for government to help mitigate the economic and social impacts,” said USW Continued on Page 15
will attempt to find and capture the dog. If the dog is vicious, the RCMP will be called. After hours, dog complaints will not be addressed. Captured dogs will be kept by the village for up to 48 hours, and then placed in a volunteer foster home. Cats at large typically cause problems by damaging gardens and causing noise. Citizens are best equipped to assist the village in addressing these issues by trapping loose cats. The village has several small animal traps which can be used by citizens. Captured cats will also be housed by a volunteer foster home. The village feels that “the creation of a local non-profit society dedicated to animal well being, or a branch of an established organization such as the SPCA or the Humane Society, would assist greatly in the development of the animal section of the strategy as the village could work together with that group to achieve many of the objectives.” Pet foster homes working with the approval of either organization, as well as working closely with the village in assisting with the collection of fines and fees for animals at large, would also work. Processes for dealing with sick, vicious, or un-adoptable animals would be managed through the sponsoring organization with the assistance of local veterinarians. The village plans to create promotional and educational material regarding the main areas of bylaw concern, what citizen responsibilities are regarding compliance, expectations for reporting of violations, and the village’s commitment to enforce bylaws and available resources to enforce bylaws. These materials will be made available as handouts, and an educational campaign developed to promote awareness.
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oth the mayor and council of the Village of Valemount seem anxious to be part of the KootenayColumbia riding. Councillor Bullock made a motion to submit a written submission to change our federal boundary to the KootenayColumbia Riding and the mayor recommended they attend hearings in Castlegar, B.C., via videoconference to present their case. In Mayor McCracken’s report to council on this issue he mentioned he spoke with Mayor Benty of Golden, B.C. and Mayor Deck of Radium, B.C., but his report doesn’t say what they talked about or what information he obtained from them. He further states in his report that the idea is not controversial locally. Yet he says some are “reticent” about leaving the Kamloops riding, meaning there is a reluctance by some; sounds like there might be at least a little bit of controversy, if not full resistance to the idea by “some.” He also claims joining “the Peace” doesn’t appear attractive to “many.” That is interesting but that all depends on your definition of “many.” Unfortunately since there wasn’t public consultation on the matter, a town hall discussion or even an official village poll, we don’t really have a sense of what “many” or “some” means. Next the mayor dismisses the biggest most glaring issue with joining the Kootenay-Columbia, the nine hour journey our new MP would be required to make in order to personally understand Valemount. Apparently, according to the mayor, since most communication “these days” happens over the Internet, distance doesn’t matter. Last year the current MP was visiting Valemount during her election campaign and it was during meetings with her constituents and attending a public forum that she learned first hand the plight the village was in at that time. While the rest of her riding was struggling but improving, Valemount was suffering and the MP was present to see it and understand it. Following her re-election one of the first things the MP did was to organize a series of economic development meetings, which eventually morphed into the Barriere to McBride Economic Development Pilot Project. The pilot project has already resulted in a commitment by BC Hydro to upgrade our power line. Had she not visited, would this project have happened? While much can be done electronically, nothing can replace a personal visit to truly understand people, culture and issues. Would we truly be well served by an MP who simply can’t visit regularly? While the mayor and council may have decided for the village, village residents still have a say for themselves. The Federal Electoral Boundaries commission (FEBC) is encouraging residents to express their opinion directly via email at: bc-cb@rfed-rcf.ca. Also interested parties can sign up for public hearings. August 30 is the deadline for the Prince George hearing, but others are available. Visit http://www.redecoupagefederal-redistribution.ca to learn more.
Dear Editor: I am listening to the discussion related to Federal Boundaries at Village Council broadcast on VCTV as I write this. I wish to encourage council to rethink what I believe to be a wrong-headed resolution to lobby to be part of a riding other than Prince George-Peace River. We have an historical connection with the Prince George riding, until the last couple of election cycles, which I also see as being wrongheaded. We have not had a Federal All Candidates Forum since we moved to the Kamloops Riding. We give lip service to cooperation with other communities in the Robson Valley, a natural synergy. To not share Federal representation would, I argue, be a grave mistake. Prince George is our natural and historic seat of government and administration for Regional District, School District, RCMP Division, Northern Health, UNBC, et cetera. We also are in the Prince George trading area, Prince George telephone directory, and CBC Radio One Daybreak North (our connection for regional news). Prince George is closer to Valemount, and more likely to result in more frequent visits by the elected Member of Parliament as well as vastly easier to visit their office.
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Further, we are in the Fraser River Basin, as evidenced by Swift Creek and our salmon. We share the same bioregion, and are culturally attached. In the name of social, economic and environmental responsibility I pray that council will rescind their resolution and direction, and consult with the electorate prior to making such a radical lobby recommendation. Sincerely, John Grogan -Valemount, B.C.
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OPINION The MP Report Honouring Those Who Are Making A Difference In Our Communities
Bob Zimmer MP PRINCE GEORGE - PEACE RIVER
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his summer I have travelled throughout the riding, meeting with constituents, taking part in a number of community events, and accompanying the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification), the Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State (Democratic Reform) and the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors) during their recent visits to our region. And, in what has been a highlight for me over these past few months, I have had the privilege of honouring a number of our local residents with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. As you may know, this year marks the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the throne as the Queen of Canada. To recognize this remarkable event, the federal government has introduced several initiatives to honour the Queen’s reign, service and dedication to our country, as well as to celebrate Canadian achievements over the past 60 years. One of these initiatives is the year-long awarding of the Diamond Jubilee Medal. Administered by the office of the Governor General of Canada, this commemorative medal is a way for Canadians to honour Her Majesty for her service to our country. At the same time, it serves as recognition for those hard-working Canadians who make significant contributions to our communities. So far this year, I have presented 15 deserving Northeastern BC residents with this incredible honour. In May, several ceremonies were held in which I presented medals to Fort St. John residents Larry and Neil Evans, Dawson Creek residents Paul Gevatkoff and Tim Love, Tumbler Ridge residents Dr. Charles
Helm and Rose Colledge, and Prince George resident Sheldon Clare. In June, Captain Ben Lippers of Fort St. John and Rose Prairie resident Mike King received their medals. On Canada Day, Prince George residents Dr. Gail Fondahl, Susan Scott, Bruce Sutherland, and Baljit Sethi were honoured in front of a crowd at Fort George Park. And in August, Fort St. John resident Lori Slater and Dawson Creek resident Connie Patterson each received their medals in separate ceremonies. Whether it is through their commitment to public service, volunteer work, fundraising for charities, or raising our region’s profile both nationally and internationally, each of these individuals has, in his or her own way, made significant contributions to their communities and to our region. There is still plenty of time to nominate an individual from our region who you believe is deserving of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal and I am looking forward to presenting more of these medals throughout the rest of the year. To be eligible for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, a person must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident; must have made a significant contribution to a particular region here at home or abroad; and, must have been alive on February 6, 2012, the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the Throne (the medal can be awarded posthumously). To recommend someone, residents can contact my office at Bob.Zimmer@parl.gc.ca or 1 855 767 4567.
Dear Editor: The following might be a historical interest to some people, but to some people in due respect, it might not be of any interest in their perspectives. Do we remember that it is 200 years ago the Lord Selkirk brought one of his groups of Scottish settlers at the forks of the Red River and the Assiniboine River, where it is currently known as Winnipeg, in 1812? He is known as the founder of Winnipeg and the province of Manitoba. One of the authors of a book referred to him as the corner-stone to western Canada. Of course,
The feeling you get when you succeed, makes it all worth it. Agnes Esser on winning a gold medal at the Youth Athletic Championship 2012.
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Miscommunication Dear Editor: Knowing with which integrity the Senior Citizens’ Club operates I am sure they would not want to leave the false impression that their Bursary presented at this years graduation ceremony was $500. In fact $250 was paid out. I commend the club on their financial prudence. Next step would be to keep up with the latest bookkeeping and telephone skills. Sabine Grigat - Valemount, B.C.
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there were many settlers from many places settled in the west there after who established communities and built towns and cities. It was possible that their descendants scattered all over the west to this day. Is that also our Canadian culture? Now that we commemorated the queen’s diamond jubilee, the Titanic of 1912, the wars of 1812, is it worthwhile to remember the settlers of 1812? Winnipeg seems to be far away just to observe the reenactment of Lord Selkirk’s arrival. Watching it on television would be appreciated if there would be any telecast. R. Bell-Valemount, B.C.
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VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE
Notice of Intention to Approve Development Variance Permit No. 2012-04 Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Corporation of the Village of McBride will be considering a resolution to approve Development Variance Permit No. 2012-04 on September 11, 2012. The purpose of Development Variance Permit No. 2012-04 is to vary Zoning Bylaw No. 703 sections 8.9, to reduce the rear setback from ten (10) feet to three (3) feet and the side setback from five (5) feet to two and a half (2.5) feet at the property legally described as Lot 2, Plan 24186, District Lots 5314 Cariboo District.
To be an effective Member of Parliament, how many times per year should an MP visit? 1. Once 2. Twice. 3 Four 4. Six or more times. (5) Never – The Internet is all an MP needs. Go to www.thevalleysentinel.com to cast your vote. Results will be published in next week’s Valley Sentinel.
A copy of the Development Variance Permit may be examined at the office of the Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC, during regular office hours from August 23 to September 10, 2012.
Last week’s results: Given the choice, which federal electoral riding would be best for Valemount, B.C.? Prince George-Peace River 55% (6), Kootenay-Columbia 27% (3), Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo (18%) (2)
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Community Events SPECIAL EVENTS
Children’s summer heritage program Every Thursday 2 p.m.-3 p.m. July-August at the Valemount Museum There are different activities planned for each week. Come out and see what fun activity they have planned! End of summer reading club party August 31 at 2 p.m. at the McBride Public Library To receive your medal bring in your reading log, or just come and join in for fun and games. Valemount Marina Fishing Derby September 1-2, 2012 Takes place at the Valemount Marnia, 26 km from Highway 5 by Kinbasket Lake. Enjoy some great fishing, spectacular views and good friends. “McbRide 80’th incorporation anniversary”- Historical archival & artifact show- On exhibit now until Sept 30 at Museum/ Library building-241 Dominion Street, McBride
Mount Robson Marathon Sept 8, 2012 There will be full marathon, half marathon, and a 12 km run on the Berg Lake Trail. There will also be a 6.5 km run up to the top of Lookout Hill and back, and for the kids there will be a 1.5 km run around the nature trail by the Mount Robson Visitor Centre. Come out and cheer on the locals and visitors participating!
YHL reminds all golfers that the 16th Annual Charity Golf Classic is coming up on Sat. September 8, 2012. As always, part of proceeds are donated to local charities, programs and community development. A $100 entry fee includes your registration, a BBQ lunch, green fees, dinner, great prizes and a lot of fun. To register call our office at 250-566-4401.
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ONGOING EVENTS Valemount MONDAYS: • VALEMOUNT SENIORS Carpet Bowling 9 a.m. Golden Years Lodge • Royal Canadian Legion General meetings every 3rd Mon. of month 7:30 p.m. in Legion. • TAI KWAN DO & SELF DEFENSE 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and TAI KWAN DO KIDS CLASSES 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. • LADIES DAY at Valemount Pines Gold Club (all day) tuesdays: • Valemount Children’s Activity Centre Board Meeting 1st Tuesday of the month - 7 p.m. @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 p.m., council chambers. Everyone welcome. • Ladies Auxiliary #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3 p.m. in Valemount Legion. • CARDIO KICK BOXING 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. • VALEMOUNT PINES KIDS DAy at the Valemount Pines Golf Course starting at 6 p.m. The program is free and equipment will be provided for children who do not have their own. WEDNESDAYS: • Public Library Board Meeting Every 2nd Wed. 5 p.m. Downstairs at the library. • valemount seniors music night 7-9 p.m. Golden Years Lodge • TOASTMASTERS meets every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Best Western. • TAI KWAN DO & SELF DEFENSE 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and TAI KWAN DO KIDS CLASSES 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. • MENS DAY at Valemount Pines Gold Club (all day) THURSDAYS: • CRIBBAGE GAME at Golden Years Lodge at 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Everyone Welcome! • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 p.m. Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458. • Chamber of Commerce Quarterly General Meetings 3rd Thurs. of January, April, July and October @ 4:45 p.m. Location TBA • Saddle & Wagon Club Meeting 3rd Thurs. 7 p.m. 566-9707 • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs. of every month at 7 p.m. downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. • CARDIO KICK BOXING 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. • VALEMOUNT FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP will meet the last Thursday of every month at the old Village Office, 99 Gorse St., at 7:30 p.m.. For families dealing with mental health issues. Call Irene Brady at (250) 566 1958. • FARMER’S MARKET 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. beside the Information Centre. FRIDAYS • VALEMOUNT LEGION Friday Night dinners starting at 5 p.m.
• ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Friday evenings at 8 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Catholic Church basement SATURDAYS: • Valemount circle dance. For more info please contact 250 566-1782
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Tete Jaune Community Club meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7 p.m. at the Tete Jaune Hall.
McBride • Mcbride community forest Open quarterly meetings on the first Wednesday of the month on January 4, April 4, July 4, and October 3. McBride Village Council Chambers 7 p.m. tuesdays: • TOPS Tues. 6:45 p.m. weigh-in, 7:15 p.m. meeting. Health Unit in McBride. New members welcome. Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • Village Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues.,7:30 p.m., Village Council Chambers. • Alcoholics Anonymous Every Tuesday, 8 p.m. at the Health Unit. • STORYTIME at the McBride & District Public Library 10:30 a.m. • WORDS OF WHIMSY creative writing for teens at 7 p.m. at the McBride Library. WEDNESDAYS: • Free Drop in Community Volleyball from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the McBride Secondary School • KIDZ KRAFTS 2:30-3:30 p.m. AT ODDS AND ENDS • Diabetes Support Group 1st Wed., 1 p.m. at Beaverview Lodge Sat. 10 a.m. -12 p.m., 441 Dominion St. • Support Group For Families Dealing With Mental Health Problems Last Wed every month 7:30 p.m. @ McBride Health Centre. More info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347 • Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild Every other Wednesday. 7:00 p.m. in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 569-3210. • LEGION AUXILIARY BINGO First and Third Wednesday of the month at McBride Library. THURSDAYS: • OAPO Stitch & Knit Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 p.m., Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305 FRIDAYS: • FARMER’S MARKET 12 noon - 3 p.m. at the pavilion in the Park SATURDAYS: • WRITERS’ CIRCLE at 1 p.m. Alternates between Dunster Fine Arts School & McBride Library. All Welcome. Contact 569 2411/ library@mcbridebc.org for more info.
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Long-time volunteer celebrated and honoured Nicole Veerman Special To The Valley Sentinel
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lthough she’d rather you didn’t know this, we’re going to tell you anyway. Last week, Gertrude Kofin was recognized with a provincial volunteer award for her 60 years of service with the Ladies Auxiliary and Jasper’s hospitals. “I’m embarrassed,” she said August 23 when she was asked how it felt to be honoured. Kofin moved to Jasper from Germany in 1949 and shortly after began volunteering. The 91-year-old said she can still remember pulling a wagon with chocolate bars and cigarettes from room to room in Jasper’s old hospital – the same hospital where all three of her children were born. In those days, there were only five people working in the hospital – two nurses, one cook, one gardener and an office administrator, she said. “They needed help,” said Kofin. “We were very busy then because McBride and Valemount came here.” Over the years, Kofin and the rest of the women volunteering with the Ladies Auxiliary have raised thousands of dollars to help the hospital buy equipment it otherwise couldn’t afford. “What the government doesn’t pay for, we buy,” she said. “That’s why we work.” Kofin can be seen every Wednesday at the Farmer’s Market selling knitted sweaters, slippers, mitts and toques that she her friends have made. And she can also be found at the Ladies Auxiliary’s concession stand in Seton Healthcare Centre, selling her knitting, books and other knick-knacks. “She’s very much a part of the fabric of Seton Hospital,” said Lorna Chisholm, healthcare centre manager. “We really appreciate what she does.” Kofin received her award from Robin Campbell, MLA for West Yellowhead, in a small ceremony at the hospital.
Health Wise
Covering health issues from nutrition to health care by Laura Johnson
Back to school tips
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t’s the most wonderful time of the year. Or at least that’s the word on the street from some parents. Back to school. The phrase strikes fear in some, and relief in others. But if you have children returning to school, there are some concerns that seem to pop up every year. Head lice, colds, stomach flu to name a few. Younger children like to share everything from hats and hair brushes to juice boxes. And let’s face it; those cute little kids may not be the best hand-washers around either. Many factors come into play, when it comes to germs, bacteria, and viruses having their way with your health, young or old. But, there are also many things you can do to minimize your child’s, and your family’s risk. Hand washing is the simplest and easiest way to stop the spread of germs at home and at school. But children need to be taught, and adults need to brush up on how to do it. You need soap, water, and paper towel if the restroom has it. Tinkling your hands in the water to freshen them up isn’t doing anyone any favors. Turn on the taps, wet your hands, add soap, and rub your hands together including the wrists and between your fingers for a good 30 seconds. That’s about how long it takes to sing the happy birthday song, if you don’t’ race through it. Then rinse. When
“Many years of service”
Above: Robin Campbell (left), West Yellowhead MLA, presented Gertrude Kofin (centre) with a Province of Alberta volunteer award on August 23, for her 60 years of service to the Ladies Auxillary in Jasper, Alta. Helping to present the award was Lorna Chisholm, community health manager for Seton Healthcare Centre in Jasper, Alta. Photo by Nicole Veerman
done, dry your hands off with the paper towel if available, and then turn the taps off. If you turn the taps off first with your clean hands, all the germs from previous dirty hands turning them on will be back on your hands. You should be washing your hands before eating, after trips to the toilet, and after blowing your nose, to mention a few. There is great information about hand washing from kidshealth.org, which states “Don’t underestimate the power of hand washing. The few seconds you spend at the sink could save you trips to the doctor’s office.” The thought of head lice, with those little guys laying their eggs on your head is enough to make anyone stop and scratch. So not to be nitpicky, but while sharing in some circumstances is encouraged, letting your friend try on your new toque, or use your brush may not be the best time to do so. If your child does bring home uninvited guests, head lice are very common, and can be easily addressed. The school will have information, and steps for you to take. Immunizations play a huge role in keeping us safe from chicken pox, meningitis, measles, and much more. Getting the flu shot can help protect not only you, but those around you as well. Germs, bacteria, and viruses can hitch a ride on you, and in you, but you won’t notice because you are normally well. However, those folks around you who may not be as healthy can easily get something from you, even though you don’t feel sick. Check with your public health nurse, or doctor to see which vaccinations are recommended, and to see if they are right for you. Many times boosters for older children and adults are missed, or the shots we thought of as lifelong need to be updated. Public health is also the place to check into hearing and vision tests, nutrition, lunch ideas, and suggestions to make the first day jitters for kids, as well as parents and caregivers, a little less fearful. So as we head into another new beginning, full of hope, promise and excitement, let’s make this the year that we did so prepared to tackle not only homework, but all the little critters that may go along with it. The return to school is a very exciting time. If you are a veteran and have tips for those just starting off, share them.
Interruption to local
Village of Valemount Notification of Road Blockage of Cypress Street Between 14th Ave and 17th Ave. Location: Cypress Street Start Date: August 31, 2012 This road will be blocked to all vehicle traffic.
Television
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This outage will affect residents who receive TV signals via an antenna. The purpose is to test digital transmission broadcast equipment. Questions? Call 566-8288. Thank you for your understanding! -The Valemount Entertainment Society
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COMMUNITY
Local McBride girl national athletic champion Laura Johnson CONTRIBUTOR
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gnes Esser. Driven, focussed, confident. This young woman continues to dominate the shot put world winning gold, and is a serious threat in discus, taking bronze. “The Legions,” as Esser calls them, is part of The Royal Canadian Legion’s youth in sports program. The Legion, in association with Athletics Canada, held the Youth Athletic Championship 2012 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. On Sunday, August 19, at the University of Prince Edward Island, Agnes achieved yet another new personal best in shot put. 15.09 meters was not just a new personal best, but also a new Canadian record. The new Canadian Champion was sitting third going into her last throw. Athletes only get six throws altogether. After the first three throws, the top eight athletes continue on, with three more. The highest score from all six throws is what counts. With only one more throw to go, and her concentration and focus at their peak, she gave it her all and succeeded. When asked how she feels about the intensity of the training she has had to complete to get to this point, she says, “It just feels like normal. It’s what I do and how I am now.” Esser cross-trains with volleyball, and basketball. In the fall, her training concentrates more on the technical end of her technique, along with a lot of jogging. Esser has been approached by a scout from the United States, and has also been contacted by Simon Fraser University. Although this small town girl from McBride, B.C., has not been offered a scholarship yet, she hopes to obtain one to help with her future plans for university. Esser is now studying her Grade 12 in Duncan, on Vancouver Island. One thing Esser would like to pass on to other athletes, “The feeling you get when you succeed, makes it all worth it.” Having only just begun the discipline of shot put this past December, one cannot help but wonder how far this remarkable, determined young woman will go.
31st ANNUAL FAMILY FISHING DERBY SEPTEMBER 1st & 2nd, 2012
“Sweet victory”
Above: On Thursday, August 23, near her McBride home, Agnes Esser gives a little kiss to her gold medal, with hopes of more in her future. Photos by Laura Johnson
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NOTES FROM ALL OVER Donalda Beeson CONTRIBUTOR
Canada Safety Council ATV Safety Course The Canada Safety Council ATV Safety Course will be run in Valemount on September 7, 2012. This course certification is valid for both recreational and employment applications. The Province of British Columbia will be implementing registration and insurance legislation to ATV’s and UTV’s soon, and this course will put you one-step ahead of the system. Anyone wishing to register for this course can contact Erik Myggland or Jodi Pownall at (250) 566 4808 or (250) 566 3214. Registration deadline is August 31, 2012. The fee for the course is $250. Strange…But True Reading Clubs at McBride and Valemount Public Libraries End of Summer Talent Show Fun Fridays on Friday, August 31, at 2 p.m. presents an End of Summer Talent Show at the McBride Public Library. Party!!! Today, Wednesday, August 29, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Valemount Public Library, sing along with Michelle Burstrom, go on the Treasure Hunt, solve the puzzle, and win! Valemount Food Bank Now Accepting Extra Garden Veggies to be Frozen If anyone has veggies in need of a good home and that can be frozen, the Valemount Food Bank will gratefully accept these contributions. According to Penny Rivard, she was speaking with Dorothy Jones who has authorized her to advocate on behalf of the Valemount Food Bank; apparently, the freezer’s and shelves are pretty bare.
High School Students Interested in Participating in the Mt. Robson Marathon? If you are high school student and you are interested in participating in the Mt. Robson Marathon’s 12-kilometre race, the Caribou Grill would like to help with your entry fees. You pay the fee, and then they will reimburse you for the fee in cash or with a Caribou Grill gift certificate. This is to encourage fitness in the valley! If you are interested, call Rudi at the Caribou Grill (250) 566 8244. McBride and District Hospital Garden Committee For over 20 years now, the Hospital garden has been giving patients and visitors a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the flowers and trees. The garden was originally designed and constructed by a group of volunteers. It continues to depend on volunteers to keep it tidy and to plant annuals in the spring. They are currently looking for some new help. If you have a few hours a week to donate or could even help occasionally, it would be greatly appreciated. Work bees are held on a weekly basis throughout the summer months. If you can come to give a hand, please come with your own hand tools (they do have a few rakes and shovels). You can drive right to the garden gate at the back of the hospital behind the Ambulance Station, as they try not to track any soil and dirt into the hospital itself. 31st Annual Family Fishing Derby at Kinbasket Lake September 1 and 2, 2012 is the 31st Annual Family Fishing Derby at the Kinbasket Lake Marina. Mix great fishing and breathtaking scenery, with a great weekend getaway. There will be business-sponsored trophies for each age group. 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 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING that all items for publication on the WednesZONING BYLAW No. 833, day issue must be in by AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 2764, 2012 the previous Friday.
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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing into Zoning Bylaw No. 833, Amendment Bylaw No. 2764 will be held: Wednesday, September 12, 2012 6:30 p.m. Village of McBride Council Chambers 100 Robson Centre McBride, BC
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2764 is proposed to amend zoning on Lot 2, District Lot 11662, Cariboo District Plan 10895, on a site specific basis, to allow two residential-single family dwellings on the subject property. The subject parcel is located at 4005 Mountain View Road. The owners are John van Leeuwen and Anne Steghaus.
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At the public hearing, all those who deem their interest in land to be affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Written submissions delivered by hand, mail, fax or email must be received by the Regional District no later than Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 12 noon to be considered at the public hearing. Please contact the Regional District for acceptable methods for submitting comments by email. Any material received before or at the public hearing will become public information. The public hearing will be chaired by a delegate of the Regional District Board. Copies of the proposed bylaw, and other relevant background documents, may be examined at the office of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, 155 George Street, Prince George, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., between Monday, August 27 and Wednesday, September 12, 2012. The Regional District office will be closed on Monday, September 3, 2012.
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CARIBOU JOE
EPISODE 42: BOOTS FOR THE DECK-HAND Previously, Captain Baker inspects the Fraser River on a down-stream tour.
Joe was in town at Crumby’s store trying on a new pair of work-boots to help outfit himself for his forthcoming position as ‘Deck-hand’. The pay-cheque Mr. Bates had given him was for twelve dollars. The ill-fated dynamite boatrun had been a short two weeks employment for Joe. However, his emergency ‘Moonshine Money’ was still carefully hidden in the lining of his coat. “That job sure didn’t last long,” thought Joe to himself as he paid for the boots. His old boots were falling apart. Mr. Crumby, the stores proprietor, was eager to accept Joe’s cheque. When Joe pretended to be reluctant to part with more of his money, Crumby handed over the change and offered, “Why don’t you visit the photographer, next door. Mr. MacKay can secure a handsome likeness for a small charge. For a photographic portrait MacKay’s the man to see.” Once outside in the street, Joe tested the work-boots. He laced them up and threw his old mud-kickers on a rubbish heap. Off he went on a walk down to the river. The new boots squeaked with every step. Soon he stood on the strip of land at the end
of Main Street that formed a peninsula. The racing water of the Fraser River flowed past him on three sides. There seemed to be a healthy spring run-off this year and Joe observed the level of the water with great interest as he stood taking deep breaths of good ol’ mountain air. The water looks quite deep, thought Joe. They’d have no trouble getting paddle-wheelers around the bend this year! Two large rusty donkey engines sat on edge of the river bank with cables still wrapped around their winch-drums. These were the same devices that were employed the previous year to help maneuver the two sternwheeler hulls over a shallow gravel bar. After a few more deep breaths Joe headed back to town counting the lady barber shops on his way. Joe was drawn to the Photographic Studio next to Crumby’s. The shop had a small hand-painted sign attached to the front door with roofing nails. The sign read, “MacKay’s STUDIO – TAKER OF LIKENESSES.” Joe was soon standing in Mr. MacKay’s photo salon. In the next episode, THE BIG SHOOT, Joe gets his first portrait taken right in the heart of Tête Jaune Cache and also is enlightened by a disturbing and shameful part of British Columbia’s earlier history.
“The big curve in the tracks at Mile 53” Photo courtesy of Valemount Historic Society
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CARIBOU JOE
THE ART OF CARIBOU JOE Leonard Frazer CONTRIBUTOR
Part 5 The Track-layer – The building of the Grand Trunk Pacific and the Canadian Northern Railways was a slow process back in 1912. That’s when Caribou Joe was only 18 years old. The Track-layer, featured here, was used to lay wooden ties and steel railway tracks. Once the work on the roadbed of the two railways was complete, the track-layer would move forward, one mile per day, rain or shine, and in Summer and Winter. Hazelton, B.C. artist, Leah Pipe, rendered an accurate drawing of railway labourers working ahead of a tracklayer, for the first episode of Caribou Joe. Leah has recently brought her talent, artistic eye and creativity to Old Hazelton with her new gallery, ‘Art and Antler.’ More of her work can be viewed by visiting her website at www.artandantler.com. llfrazer@telus.net
Drawing by Leah Pipe, New Hazelton, B.C.
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INVITATION TO TENDER Columbia Street & 1st Avenue Improvements The Village of McBride invites tenders for the construction and replacement of sidewalks located on Columbia Street and 1st Avenue in McBride, BC. The major work components include:
Arne Morris Nordli passed away peacefully on August 17, 2012 at 11:40 p.m. in Prince George, BC at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joan, sons Dennis (Denise) and Geoff (Nicole), daughter Juliann (Doug), daughter-in-law Kim, sister Doreen (George) and brother Olav (Ida). Ten grandchildren: Michelle, Matthew, Evan, Jennifer, Linsey, Riley, Hannah, Mackenzie, Mason and Ethan. Three great-grandchildren: Hayden Lily, Sedin Robson and Linden Maximus. Arne was predeceased by his son, James; parents Karl and Borghild; brothers Kore, Keith and Johnny; and by his sisters Marie and Kristine. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 24, 2012 at Valemount’s Curling Rink, Valemount, BC. In lieu of flowers, friends who so wish may make memorial donations to the “Wish Fund” of Valemount Health Clinic, Box 697, Valemount, BC, V0E 2Z0. Condolences may be sent to the family, and the memorial service viewed on-line at www.NorthThompsonFuneral.com
- Removal and disposal of existing sidewalk. - Supply and installation of approximately 750m of concrete sidewalk. - Boulevard grading Sealed tenders for –“Village of McBride – Columbia Street & 1st Avenue Improvements” will be received at the office of the Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre, McBride, BC, V0J 2E0 until 2:00 p.m. local time, September 5, 2012 at which time all tenders will be publicly opened. Tender documents may be obtained from the office of the Village of McBride or from the office of R. Radloff & Associates Inc., 925 Vancouver Street, Prince George, BC, V2L 2P6, after August 23, 2012 upon deposit of a cheque or cash in the amount of one hundred ($100.00) dollars payable to the Village of McBride. The deposit will not be refunded. Tenders must be submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the tender package. Tenders must be accompanied by: a) A Bid Bond, Certified Cheque or Irrevocable Letter of Credit in the amount of Ten (10%) percent of the tender price. b) A Consent of Surety relating to subsequent security arrangements for Performance and Labour and Materials payment guarantees. Bidders must provide proof of satisfactory completion of previous work of like kind. The lowest priced or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. A site visit will be held on August 31, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. local time. Please meet at the Village of McBride office, 100 Robson Centre. For inquiries please contact Chris Morgan, AScT, R. Radloff & Associates at 250-562-6861 (fax 250-562-6826).
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McBride Council Briefs from August 14 received. The motion was seconded by Councillor Kimpton and carried.
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he regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held August 14 with Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillors Rick Thompson, Lori Kimpton and Raj Basran, Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements and Public Works Supervisor John Aitken in attendance. Councillor Irene Rejman and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine were absent. Three members of the general public were present as well. Amendmend to minutes Councillor Kimpton made a motion that the regular meeting minutes of July 24 be amended with the correction to Resolution 155/12 to show the moratorium resolution only. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried. Amended minutes approved Councillor Kimpton made a motion that the regular meeting minutes of July 24 be approved as amended. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried. New letter to be sent to BCGEU Councillor Kimpton made a motion that the letter sent to Darryl Walker, president of the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union, regarding the provincial government’s recent announcement of its intentions to privatize the province’s public liquor distribution system and sell off its warehouses, is recalled and that a new letter be sent to him reflecting the correct resolution. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried. Reports Mayor, councillors, public works and administration provided verbal reports on activities. Aitken updated council on the day-to-day operations of the Public Works department and an incident that occurred with a dog owner. Administration provided council with updates on some of the projects taking place and presented council with a copy of the completed 2011 Annual Water System report.
Development Variance Permit received Councillor Kimpton left the council chambers due to a conflict of interest. Council received a Development Variance Permit application from Andy and Lori Kimpton requesting variance for the setbacks on a garden shed that was built several years ago on their property legally described as Lot 2 Plan 24186 DL 5314 located at 1138 McBride Crescent. Mayor Frazier made a motion that the Development Variance Permit Application No. 2012-04 be received. The motion was seconded by Councillor Thompson and carried. Public hearing for Development Variance Permit waived As the garden shed has already been built and the property owner is trying to comply with the regulatory 1309 Week of 8.27.2012
Annual Water System Report Councillor Thompson made a motion that the Village of McBride Annual Water System 2011 report be
UBCM 2012 Councillor Thompson suggested that a topic that should be discussed at the 2012 Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) Convention Small Talk Forum is Brownfield properties and how do small communities encourage these property owners to clean up these properties. “Many communities have vacant lots that used to be gas stations,” said Councillor Thompson in a follow-up email. “They are usually prime real estate and the companies are not eager to clean them up and they sit as an eye sore. I think that we need stronger legislations to force companies to clean these up.” According to the following website, http://www. brownfieldrenewal.gov.bc.ca/clean, Brownfields are defined as “abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized commercial or industrial properties where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active potential for redevelopment.” Victoria’s Dockside Green and Vancouver’s Pacific Place are two examples of internationally recognized Brownfield redevelopment projects. Council reviewed the letter from BC Hydro regarding opportunity to schedule an appointment with BC Hydro representatives at the 2012 UBCM convention. Council requested that administration book a meeting with BC Hydro.
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process and since all of the property owners that could possibly be affected by the variance to the setbacks have provided letters supporting the application, Mayor Frazier made a motion that the public hearing for Development Variance Permit Application No. 2012-04 be waived and that the application be brought back to council for consideration at the regular scheduled council meeting of September 11. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried. Councillor Kimpton returned to the council chambers after the motion was carried. Emergency Program Bylaw Mayor Frazier made a motion that the Village of McBride Emergency Program Bylaw No. 724 be given final reading and adoption. The motion was seconded by Councillor Basran and carried. Council meetings open to the public The next Council meeting is scheduled for August 28. The public is reminded that the Village of McBride Council meetings as well as the Village of McBride budget meetings are open to the public. Dates for meetings, agendas and minutes, as well as information on how to address Council and provide input can be found on the Village of McBride website at www.mcbride.ca. For more information, contact the Village of McBride at (250) 569 2229. Additional information on village happenings can also be found on Councillor Thompson’s blog at www.rickthompson.webs. com. Both Councillor Thompson and Mayor Frazier also maintain a Facebook page with public information.
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ACTIVITIES
WEEKLY HOROSCOPE by MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) Your mood is becoming noticeably more sober now. At best you are ready to get down to work again or at least feel good about it. This will be especially true this week but summer is not over yet and you will likely want to get in some more play time. Get things in order this week and make way for some final perks before the season officially ends. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) A creative curve continues. You may feel a little stretched or at least the need to reach beyond your usual comfort zone. For the sake of realizing some of your more practical goals it is necessary. Working the angles on more than one front is likely and ideal. Yours is the sign of ‘multiple streams of income’. Proceed with that in mind! Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21 Seeking clear answers to some important lingering questions remains a central theme. The good news is that as your direct your mind to ask these questions and then trust that you will get answers, you will. The main focus is linked to feeling secure. Part of the answer is overcoming a reactive tendency to worry. Take creative action to be here now. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) The pace is suddenly quickening. You have more errands, projects, places to go and people to see. Feeling confident within the flow these days stands to be more difficult than it used to be, but this is just a cycle and it too will pass; yet not for a good while so work with it to create inner strength. There is no going back so move forward towards the future. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Making improvements and refinements to existing structures and rhythms of activity is the focus now. Casting a constructively critical eye verses getting lost in worthless criticism is ideal. The pace may feel slow and/or your comfort zone remains large and this may continue this week. To be productive, make a list with intentions to take more deliberate action next week. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) An assertive cycle has begun. Hopefully you were able to recharge your energy levels in August. Now it is time to get going again. Opportunities to experience positive growth in your career and/or public life are available. To suc-
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ceed however, you are wise to take some calculated risks. Pay close attention to the details especially in all communications. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Taking some time out or at least working the angles from behind the scenes continues. Obtaining new tools or supplies is likely. With your ambitions steadily on the rise, this is a good time to do the background work. Travel remains a distinct possibility and this trend will continue for quite a while. Weave adventure into your plans. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Sometimes our advantage lies is what we know and sometimes it is who. This is more of a ‘who’ cycle than a ‘what’. Knowing yourself better is likely as well. The accent now is upon acknowledging and refining a sense of individuality and independence balanced with collectivity and collaboration. Share the spotlight! Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) Some measurable shifts and moves are keeping you busy now. This is a ‘go ahead’ time and a getting the recognition you desire is likely. Take this opportunity to approach authority figures for favours and earned rewards. This cycle will last several weeks so take your time as necessary but do follow through with clear intentions. Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Cleaning, clearing, preparing and tying loose ends in preparation for new plans and projects are a current theme. Doing this ground work is ever important and will instill confidence. Seeing what beauty and/or value others possess is featured. As you look carefully to truly see beneath appearances you will discover silver linings. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) Our values and priorities, goals and objectives can shift and swing and this may be the case now. Above all what you yearn for is to feel secure. Part of the answer lies in balancing work and play and overcoming tendencies to get lost in the future. With your ambitions running high, however, feeling productive is important. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) A good deal of activity is stirring in your relationships and connections with others. Your willingness to give, perhaps more than usual, to people and situations is important now. Yet, make efforts to clarify your intentions and actions. The more you can feel like you are ‘on the same page’ with others the better and this will instill mutual confidence.
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Family honoured with Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Award Nicole Veerman Special to The Valley Sentinel
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une Burstrom-Haring and Peter Haring, were recognized earlier this month with a medal for their care and fostering of 55 children over the past 24 years. The medal, a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Award, was created this year to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s coronation. Over the course of the year, 60,000 Canadians who have served their communities, province, or country will be recognized with the award. The Harings, who now live in Prince George, B.C., received theirs along with 10 other community members on Aug. 8. “It was a very nice ceremony,” said Burstrom-Haring, who said she never thought she would be recognized for her years of fostering children. “I was quite excited about it because being a mom is something that we all need to be recognized for. It’s a challenge, no matter what, and the fact is, it’s one of those underrated jobs.” Twenty-four years ago, Burstrom-Haring decided she wanted something “important” to do at home. At the time, she had four young children, all 15 months apart, and she knew it wasn’t feasible for her to go back to work and pay for childcare, so she and her husband, an RCMP officer, looked into fostering. “I don’t think we had any clue what we were doing. But we started looking after babies,” she said. “Most of the kids that we dealt with were special needs and each child was different, each child brought new skills for ourselves and new challenges that you couldn’t get anywhere else.” At any given time, the Harings had two to four foster children living in their home. Burstrom-Haring said, although she and her husband were the ones presented with the award, it also belongs to their four children. “It’s not one person who fosters in a family, the entire family fosters,” she said. “So, in the end, it was appreciation to them too, because your kids have to be able to step aside and be able to share things with kids coming in. They become siblings to the kids that come into care.”
Burstrom-Haring was born and raised in Jasper and met her husband here 30 years ago when he moved to town for his first RCMP posting. In 1986, the couple left Jasper, but Burstrom-Haring often returns to display her paintings. Her most recent art show was at the Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives in January.
“A great honour”
Above: Peter Haring (left) and June Burstrom-Haring (centre) were presented with Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medals earlier this month, in Prince George, B.C., for their years of fostering special needs children. Presenting the award on behalf of the Governor General was MP Dick Harris (right). Photo submitted
Timber Supply Continued from page 3 Local 1-424 President Frank Everitt, who represents the workers who were thrown out of work when the mill was destroyed. “We are pleased that some measures are being taken to secure fibre to help ensure a rebuild of the mill, but this process took far too long for our members and the communities involved.” In particular, the USW supports recommendations to: update timber inventories; better manage “not sufficiently restocked” (NSR) areas and increase fertilization and silviculture to increase harvestable timber volumes; encourage the harvest of economically marginal timber areas; provide timber and opportunities to First Nations; and to re-establish monitoring committees to oversee and update Land and Resource Management Plans (LRMPs) following a proper, inclusive process at the local level. The United Steelworkers are also encouraged that the committee made recommendations that look to the future, such as increased skills training for the resource industry workforce and protecting the working forest through better forest health programs and reduced wild fire risk. The Special Committee on Timber Supply’s report raises questions about both the Liberals’ and the NDP’s commitment to a long-term forest strategy, says Cariboo North MLA Bob Simpson. “These recommendations will not support sustainable change,” said Simpson, who was the NDP’s forest critic but now sits as an independent. “What I see in this report are politicians on both sides passing the buck to local communities with no long-term strategy for success. They’re willing to let communities decide whether to log their protected forests, but what happens when those are gone? The politicians will have moved on, leaving affected communities holding the bag.” Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad, who chaired the timber supply committee, tabled a report listing 22 recommendations for government including looking at marginal timber stands and increased silviculture. Simpson says there are five areas in particular that need attention: 1. Reforestation programs must be directed at growing healthy forests that will be adaptable to climate change. “I am pleased to see the committee highlighted silviculture as an area that needs more attention, but the focus needs to be on managing for healthy,
resilient forest ecosystems, rather than simply growing more timber,” said Simpson. 2. A thorough review of the Beetle Action Coalitions (BACs) is necessary. “Before there is any more investment in these BACs, they need to be completely audited for effectiveness and restructured,” said Simpson. 3. Act on the recommendations of the Future Forest Ecosystems Scientific Council. The FFESC report recommends looking at all aspects of forestry and land use planning through the lens of climate change. “Their recommendations must be implemented immediately,” said Simpson. They include promoting resilient forests and developing hardwood management strategies. 4. Prioritize new economic opportunities. “(Forest) Minister (Steve) Thomson has said that utilizing bio-energy and biomass will be an important part of mitigating the upcoming economic impacts. What we really need is for the minister, or someone in cabinet or even in the opposition, to lead and be a champion for an aggressive bio-economy strategy,” Simpson said. “The government has several reports sitting in front of them outlining progressive strategies, but they haven’t acted on them.” 5. Do not rebuild the Babine Forest Products mill. “From everything I’ve seen and heard, that mill cannot be rebuilt without sacrificing forest health and putting other communities at risk,” said Simpson. The report and background documents indicate that half of the fibre that Hampton needs to rebuild is not currently available and must be sourced from marginal volume stands, old growth management areas, and areas set aside for visual quality objectives. Simpson noted there were some positives in the report, including a clear synopsis of the concerns heard throughout the consultation process, and a commitment to re-inventory BC’s forests. The Independent MLA for Cariboo North noted that Rustad has acknowledged that a 20 per cent drop in mature timber over the next few years will potentially mean supply shortages for eight other mills in the region. “The bottom line, and the committee report confirms this, is that we’re going to see a dramatic timber reduction in the near term,” said Simpson.
“Up to this point the government’s mountain pine beetle strategy has been to log as much as possible. This report essentially recommends continuing on that path in order to support the status quo. What we need instead is a bold, long-term provincial forest strategy that takes into account climate change and a changing economy. Unfortunately, you won’t find it in this report.” The FFESC’s report is available here: http://www. for.gov.bc.ca/ftp/HFP/external/!publish/Web/ FFESC/reports/FFESCsynthesisJune7.docx The Bio-Economy Committee report is available here: http://www.gov.bc.ca/jti/down/bio_economy_report_final.pdf
“Catching a few rays”
Above: “While most grasshoppers are busy jumping up in front of you while you walk across fields, this little guy was caught sunning himself on a tiger lily leaf in a local garden.” Photo by Laura Johnson
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