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JUST DANCE- PAGE 11
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“Teachers on Strike”
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Above: The 3-day teachers strike began on Monday, March 5, with demonstrations at all the valley schools. Joel Zahn (on left) representing the McBride Valemount Teachers’ Association, shows his support with the local teachers in front of the Valemount Secondary School. From left to right: Joel Zahn, Dan Lawless, Brian Hanson, John Baker, Alan Towne and Karrie Iselmoe. Photo by Andrea Scholz
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Class size and composition Daniel Betts Editor
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espite a bitterly cold wind mixed with snow, teachers in Valemount and McBride made their stand outside valley schools on Monday, March 5, beginning a three-day job action. Holding placards, valley teachers took four-hour shifts in the freezing cold to bring attention to their serious plight and the plight of British Columbia’s children. While passing cars honked their support, teachers at Valemount Elementary School gathered around a propane heater that did little to alleviate the cold surrounding them. “Our big big concern is class sizes at this point,” said Valemount Elementary School (VES) teacher, Susan Prue. “We are looking at classes of 30 or more with no provisions for special needs children.” Prue noted she has four special needs children in her class, and in the past has had as many as five. She also noted VES has no councillors, who are essential for developing plans to help these children. “It just makes it really hard. It’s hard for everyone. It’s hard for the students.” At Valemount Secondary School, teachers didn’t have a heater, but they were in good spirits, despite the cold. Joel Zahn, who was at VSS, is the Sub-local President of the McBride Valemount Teacher’s Association (MVTA) and teaches a Grade 4 and 5 Split Class at McBride Centennial Elementary School. Zahn has 28 students in his class. If Zahn were to teach a onehour math class he first has to split his lesson to accommodate the slightly different curriculums, which translates to 20 minutes for each lesson or 40 minutes of total lesson time. This scenario gives Zahn 20 minutes to go about the class to each student, less than one minute per student to help and assist them. “If I have special needs students in my class that needs extra help, I spend three minutes with them to get them up to speed, that leaves no minutes for some of the middle of the road students who really need that help,” said Zahn. Prue noted there are teacher assistants (TAs) in the school, “but they are spread fairly thin.” According to Prue just because a child is designated as “special needs” doesn’t mean they will get the TA time. The time is generated but that time is spread out through the whole school. This creates scheduling issues for planning lessons when the TA is available and sometimes adjustments need to be made. “We are doing the very best we can with the situation,” said Prue. For valley teachers demonstrating on Monday, the debate surrounding wages took a backseat to class size and composition. It has been noted by B.C. Government sources B.C. teachers salary plus benefits is fourth-best among the provinces. However the MVTA notes British Columbia is
“We want to negotiate”
Above: Monday morning, March 5, was not class as usual. Striking teachers stood in the blowing snow with sub zero temperatures at the Valemount Elementary School in support of the strike. Above from left to right: Karen Doughty, Sarah Keatley, Irene Brady, Heather Howard, Susan Prue and Pat Reimer. Below: Susan Prue and Karen Doughty speak to the issues facing teachers at this time. Photos by Andrea Scholz
the most expensive province to live in and wages should reflect this reality. Prue noted the 15 per cent wage increase the BCTF is asking for is merely a place to start negotiating from. “The big problem is we’ve been negotiating since March but the government hasn’t changed one thing. We want to negotiate,” said Prue. “The wage, I could care less about the wage,” said Zahn. “Making and allowing kids to learn is the most important part.” Both Zahn and Prue expressed frustration with the conduct of the B.C. Government. According to the MVTA, in 2011 the B.C. Supreme Court found the government’s action of removing pieces of the teacher’s contract was in violation of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and ordered the government to “make things right” by April 12, 2012. “We are generally the people who follow the rules and teach others to follow the rules and listen,” said Zahn. “We’ve had enough.” Prue expressed concerns a government mediator would be mandated to not negotiate wage, class size or composition, “That’s not mediation, that’s legislation.” While the B.C. Government debated Bill 22 in the warmth of their legislature on Monday, valley teachers stepped out into the blowing snow to make a stand for the future of our children.
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Valemount Secondary School students “Sit In” Donalda Beeson Contributor
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hile a number of B.C.’s students walked out of class on the afternoon of Friday, March 2, in support of B.C.’s teachers, a group of students at Valemount Secondary School (VSS) opted to “sit-in” instead of steeping out. The protest, which occurred close to the end of the day, took place in the high school foyer, involved at least 20 students and lasted about 20 to 30 minutes. High school student Sylvia Grigat said their Principal, Dan Kenkel, informed students that if they wanted to walk out or sit in, other schools were doing it and they were welcome to, saying he would neither support or oppose their actions. He did suggest that if a student or two was willing to organize and accept responsibility for the other kids involved that they should step forward, perhaps insinuating that learning about political protest is important, but with it comes great responsibility. The Valley Sentinel was unable to confirm which student took responsibility for the “sit-in” Facebook’s promotion of the “High School Student Walk Out” asked “government to negotiate in good faith and respect the process of collective bargaining for all working people instead of legislating agreements/contracts.” They demanded “funding cuts to stop and funding to return to public education.” The student organizers felt that collectively walking out of class would be a powerful message. However it would seem some students at VSS felt doing the opposite would send the same message. A pamphlet, prepared and distributed by the McBride Valemount Teachers’ association,on Friday, March 2, expressed their anger and frustration with the situation. “Teachers are being BULLIED,” claimed the pamphlet. It noted the governments refusal to fix the situation and expressed frustrations with the “Liberal Government.”
“Studying Songbirds”
Above: Joanna Chapman-Smith from Songbirds Travelling Music School teaching kids that wanted to learn, about music and singing at the Valemount Secondary School, Friday, March 2, 2012. This was the last class of the day before some VSS Students chose to participate in a “sitin” in support of a province-wide student protest to bring attention to the plight of B.C. Teachers who voted to conduct a three day job action starting on Monday, March 5. Photo by Donalda Beeson
Responsible budgeting in an uncertain world. To prosper in today’s turbulent global economy, discipline and focus are essential. All around us we see governments paying the price for overspending and uncontrolled debt. In BC, we have a different story.
Budget 2012 builds on our progress. • S pending controlled to just 2% on average per year, keeping us on track to balance Budget 2013
• B C enjoys a AAA credit rating after 7 successive upgrades by credit rating agencies
• I ncreasing the HST rebate threshold to $850,000 to help the new home construction industry and provide home buyers up to $42,500 in rebates
• A very low debt in relation to the size of our economy means we’re seen as a safe harbour for investment
• C reating a new $10,000 BC First-Time New Home Buyers’ Bonus for first-time buyers of newly-built homes
• B C has the lowest provincial personal income taxes in Canada for individuals earning up to $120,000 per year
• E xtending the Training Tax Credit program to help employers and workers take part in apprenticeship programs
• I n fact, when all taxes are considered, British Columbians generally have one of the lowest tax burdens in the country
• E liminating the provincial jet fuel tax for international flights to spur trade and tourism
Net Debt-to-GDP ratio is a key measure of debt affordability.
We’re working to keep BC’s economy strong in the face of global economic uncertainty. When other economies are looking inward, BC is reaching out to seize opportunities around the world. British Columbia. Canada Starts Here.
BC 17.6% *
Canada 37% **
US 78% **
France 84% **
* Forecast for end of 2012/13. Source: Budget 2012 ** Forecast for 2012. Source: International Monetary Fund, Fiscal Monitor, September 2011
For more details on Budget 2012, visit www.bcbudget.ca or www.bcjobsplan.ca
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OPINION
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’ve mentioned in previous viewpoints the importance of playing by a set of rules that will generate pride and maintain a reputation of trust and fairness. The “robocall” scandal hitting parliament this past week speaks volumes as to why this is important. Whether the current government had anything to do with it or not, the action taints our country with a reputation that we’ll do whatever it takes, including breaking the law and misguiding the public. If this is some kind of elaborate set up by an opposition group, the result is the same; it sends a message that Canadians are untrustworthy. What message does it send to the world? Will our reputation go into the gutter? Will other countries start comparing our elections to those in dictatorial regimes? It is extremely disappointing and appalling to realize someone came up with this rather terrible idea in the first place. I have trouble imagining intelligent people sitting around a clandestine table thinking up ways to mess with our heads in an effort to control the outcome of an election; probably one of our most sacred freedoms. How many Canadian soldiers died to preserve our right to vote? To have a group of self-important windbags deciding they know better than anyone who belongs in parliament makes my stomach turn. I actually don’t care which side of the house this insult comes from and it could very well be a person or group completely disconnected from the government or opposition. Whoever they are they have insulted every Canadian and have shown they have absolutely no respect for the sacrifices made to maintain our country’s respect and reputation. I’ve met one person in my lifetime that believed it was ok to stop people from voting against their chosen party. He was from a different country; a loud good ol boy, red neck who was prone to spontaneous declarations of “git r done!” Seriously, we are Canadians, not slack jawed yokels who take the law into our own hands when we aren’t happy with the results. We need to trust our communities and neighbours in the democratic process. We must allow our system to work. We must maintain trust. So Pierre Poutine, let me offer you some advice and a couple of notches for your moral compass to gauge your next brilliant idea. If you have to meet clandestinely in a dark room or alley because you’re worried you might be seen, you are probably about to make a very bad choice. If you can’t proudly put your name to what you are doing, you probably shouldn’t be doing it the first place. If you are a politician, please resign immediately and walk away in shame. If you thought up this brilliant idea on your own because you think you are smarter than the rest of us, think again. If you think it’s ok to manipulate Canadians because you don’t trust or respect our right to vote, you are living in the wrong country.
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B.C.’s 2012 budget fails to lay firm foundation for the future Charles Lammam and Niels Veldhuis ECONOMISTS WITH THE FRASER INSTITUTE
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ith economic uncertainty as the backdrop, it was critical for the Government of British Columbia to put forth a prudent budget. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon acknowledged as much by reassuring British Columbians that the budget was “built on fiscal discipline” and lays a “firm foundation for the future.” Falcon even warned of the perils of additional government taxes, spending, and borrowing in the current economic environment, calling such measures “potentially catastrophic.” We couldn’t agree more. Unfortunately, instead of acting on the minister’s rhetoric, B.C.’s 2012 budget increases government spending, hikes taxes on British Columbians, and significantly ramps up government debt—exactly what the finance minister says the government should not do. After four consecutive years of budget deficits totaling $5.6 billion, B.C.’s Liberal government is finally planning to return to a surplus position in 2013/14. But that’s where the good news ends. To balance the books, the government is relying on a host of new tax increases including a reduction to the amount of income British Columbians can earn tax free, increased MSP premiums, reneging on an earlier promise to eliminate the small business tax rate, higher tobacco taxes, and a “provisional” one percentage point increase to the general corporate income tax rate in 2014/15. The potential of higher business taxes will prove especially damaging to B.C.’s economy. First, they will create policy uncertainty during already uncertain economic times. And they will degrade B.C.’s investment climate when improvements are desperately needed to counteract the blow from restoring the PST next year. The tax increases in the budget are partly to help pay for several new boutique tax credits targeted at particular individuals and businesses. These tax credits, which are basically new spending measures, will keep other tax rates higher than they otherwise would be to compensate for the lost revenue. Rather than further distort the tax system and provide disproportionate goodies to some groups, a more effective approach would have reduced tax rates more broadly to the benefit all British Columbians. The government could have balanced the budget (even sooner) without increasing taxes had the Liberals restrained the growth of government spending more aggressively than the 1.8 per cent annual growth planned for the next three years. While some might balk at the idea of further restraint, the key for success is to couple spending restraint with program reform. Consider health care, the government’s largest expense that has consumed ever more government resources. In just a decade, health care has grown from 37 per cent of government program spending in 2001/02 to 43 per cent today. The trend of skyrocketing health care costs will continue as the population ages and demands Valemount for services grow (health care spending will reach Learning 45 per cent by 2014/15). Centre By reforming how the health care system op250-566-4601 erates, the government could have further restrained or even reduced spending while improvLOCAL JOB ing the quality of services; for examples of such POSTINGS reform we need only look to policies that are comUpdated March 8, 2012 mon in universal health care systems around the Updated Mar. 7, 2012 world.
But rather than engage in meaningful program reform, the government chose to simply increase health care spending, albeit at a reduced rate and despite previous increases that have done little to improve quality. The lack of significant health care reform was indeed a lost opportunity to effectively control long-term spending growth. The most troubling aspect of the budget, however, is the alarming increase in government debt. Mainly as a result of increased capital expenditures, the B.C. government’s debt will expand by $15 billion (or 30 per cent) to $66 billion over the next three years. As a percentage of the province’s economy (GDP), the provincial debt will increase from a low of 18 per cent in 2007/08 to 28 per cent by 2014/15—approximately the same debt level the Liberals inherited from the previous NDP government back in 2001. Because of this dramatic increase in debt, a larger portion of provincial revenues will be devoted to interest payments instead of funding important public 3.36” x 4” programs or improving the competitiveness of B.C.’s tax regime. Not to mention the added debt will be a drag B.C.’s economy and an unfair burden on the next generation of British Columbian families who will be responsible for repayment. With increased APPLY FOR A YOUTH OR COLLEGE spending, higher taxCOMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD es, and expanding debt, Minister Falcon CBT is offering $2,000 to up to 66 students has failed to provide a If you’re a student in the Columbia Basin you could qualify! budget that lays a “firm CBT’s community service awards reward students for volunteer foundation for the fuservice in their communities. ture.” More controlled • 45 awards available for graduating high school students; spending through pro• 21 awards for college students planning to continue their gram reform, tax relief, studies; and and reduced govern• application deadlines are in March and April. ment debt, are policies Visit www.cbt.org/programs for details. that would truly build www.cbt.org • 1.800.505.8998 Join us: for B.C.’s future.
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Village of Valemount Council Briefs Donalda Beeson CONTRIBUTOR
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he regularly scheduled council meeting for the Village of Valemount was held on February 28, 2012. Mayor Andru McCracken, Councillors Christine Latimer, Hollie Blanchette, Sandy Salt, Dallas Bullock, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Tom Dall, Deputy Corporate Officer (DCO) Anne Yanciw were all in attendance.
Delegations: Valemount Secondary School Senior Girls Basketball Team Re: Aid for Expenses to Attend Council received a verbal request from the Senior Girls Basketball Team requesting financial aid in tournament expenses. Councillor Latimer congratulated them and made a motion to grant the Senior Girls Basketball team $200 to aid in their tournament expenses, and Councillor Bullock seconded the motion. Carried.
agree to split the installation costs for a new Alarm System in the Village Community Building, with the Robson Valley Support Society (RVSS), granted that if RVSS terminates their tenancy with the village RVSS will have to pay back the $150 portion of the installation fee. Councillor Blanchette seconded this motion. Carried. LGMA Re: 2012 Conference Registration Councillor Latimer made a motion for Council to allow CAO Tom Dall to attend the LGMA conference in Victoria, B.C., May 15 to 17, 2012. Councillor Bullock seconded this motion. Carried. RDFFG Re: Application for Non-Farm use in the Agricultural Land Reserve Councillor Blanchette made a motion to state that Council has no concerns with the Application for Non-Farm use in the Agricultural Land Reserve at 1485 Cranberry Road – Area ‘H’. Councillor Bullock seconded this motion. Carried.
Committee of the Whole: Village Vehicle Purchase Council resolved to obtain more accurate numbers for a 2012 travel cost projection, do a report for 2012, and to further check out two or three vehicle options for purchase in order to reduce travel expenses.
Valemount and Area Chamber of Commerce Re: Ash Receptacles in the Downtown Core Councillor Bullock made a motion for the Chamber of Commerce to go ahead with the purchase and instalment of ash receptacles in the downtown core. Councillor Latimer seconded this motion. Carried.
Unfinished Business: Northern Health Meeting in Prince George Councillor Bullock requested to leave a day early for the Northern Health Meeting in Prince George, in order to to attend the Regional District meeting as Regional District Alternate, as well as sit in on an OBEC meeting. Councillor Bullock made a motion for Council to allow her to stay one extra evening in Prince George in order to attend three meetings in two days. Councillor Blanchette seconded the motion. Carried.
Administrative Reports CAO Re: Water Treatment Plant Software Upgrade Councillor Bullock made a motion to allow the payment to Wonderware in the amount of $3,900 from the Water Budget to cover the cost of the licenses and software for the operations of the Water Treatment Plant. Councillor Latimer seconded this motion. Carried.
Correspondence for Action: TransCanada Yellowhead Highway Association Re: Annual General Meeting Registration Councillor Latimer made a motion for Council to send Councillor Salt to attend the TransCanada Yellowhead Highway Association Annual General Meeting. Councillor Blanchette seconded this motion. Carried. Robson Valley Support Society Re: Community Building Alarm System Council Latimer made a motion for Council to
Village of Valemount Cemetery Bylaw Revisions and Update The Village of Valemount Council is seeking two (2) members of the public to assist a Committee of Council to update and renew the Cemetery Bylaws for the Village of Valemount. If you are interested, please provide why you would like to be involved, in writing to the Village office before March 20, 2012. If more than two people are interested, the Council members for the Committee will make the selection and advise the selected parties. If you have further questions, please contact the Village for more details. Applications can be dropped off at the Village office at 735 Cranberry Lake Road, or mailed to: Village of Valemount Attention: Tom Dall, Chief Administrative Officer PO Box 168 Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0 cao@valemount.ca
CAO Re: Library Expansion Project Councillor Bullock made a motion to establish a working committee with the Library Board to assist with the expansion project and to provide support in principle for the project. Council elected Councillors Blanchette and Salt to the committee. Councillor Latimer seconded this motion. Carried.
both a written and verbal report from CAO Tom Dall providing information on the progress of looking for a new Bylaw Officer for the Village and to provide a report on the Bylaw Enforcement Adjudicator Model. Councillor Latimer made a motion to approve staff to start the process with the Attorney General to get approval to proceed with the Bylaw Notice Enforcement. Carried. DCO Re: Strategic Planning Report Councillor Latimer made a motion to receive for information only, the Corporation of the Village of Valemount Corporate Strategic Plan 2012-2014, which states its vision as “Striving for a Vibrant and Balanced Community” and its mission as “To Serve the Community and Embrace Opportunity.” Councillor Bullock seconded this motion. Carried. DCO Re: Status Report on 2011 CBT Community Initiatives Program Grants Councillor Blanchette made a motion to receive for information only a Status Report on the 2011 CBT Community Initiatives Program. Councillor Salt seconded this motion. Carried. DCO Re: Silent Auction Item for the MCLGA Convention Councillor Salt made a motion to approve staff to purchase and donate an item for the NCLGA Silent Auction. Councillor Blanchette seconded the motion. Carried. Financial Reports DOF Re: Letter from Mayor for Outstanding Bylaw Tickets Councillor Blanchette made a motion to have staff automatically submit a final letter addressed from the Mayor for all outstanding tickets that are more than 60 days past due. Councillor Salt seconded this motion. Carried.
CAO Re: CBT Water Meter Study Councillor Bullock made a motion for Council to approve the CAO to sign an agreement with Urban Systems and the Village of Valemount in the amount of $13, 800, plus taxes, to do a Water Metering Assessment. Councillor Latimer seconded this motion. Carried. CAO Re: Village of Valemount Mapping Upgrade Councillor Bullock made a motion for Council to approve the release of $22,200 from the 2012 budget in order to complete the Village Mapping upgrade and to complete the negotiating of a contract with Urban Systems to complete the work. Councillor Blanchette THE VALLEY seconded this motion. Carried.
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New wildfire management facility in Valemount
Out with the old, in with the new. The Valemount Fire Zone office, home to two full-time staff and 11 seasonal staff will soon be working in a brand new facility, thanks to capital funding announced in the 2012-2013 provincial budget. The construction project will include a new fire zone office and initial attack base in Valemount, replacing the existing trailer complex. It will be built on property leased from the Village of Valemount. This much larger office will be better equipped for wildfire response operations during the fire season. It will also greater support wildfire management requirements such as fuel management projects. The Wildfire Management Branch is working on preliminary plans and aims to open the new fire zone office and initial attack base by 2013. “Our government is committed to safeguarding B.C.’s families, natural resources and infrastructure. The upgraded facility in Valemount will support effective firefighting operations throughout the region,” said Steve Thomson, Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. “I am very pleased to see that this project is moving forward. The new facility will enhance firefighting efforts in the Robson Valley and its construction will provide important economic benefits to the Valemount area. We look forward to it opening in 2013,” said Shirley Bond, MLA for Prince George-Valemount. “I’m glad they are making an investment. It is a really important service, a great organization and we depend on them,” said Andru McCracken, Mayor of Valemount. On average, wildfire crews fight more than 2,000 wildfires throughout British Columbia each year.
Local School District Trustee elected to BCSTA Board of Directors
It has been six years since a trustee north of Lillooet, B.C. has been elected to the British Columbia School Trustees Association (BCSTA) Board of Directors. School District 57 Trustee, Trish Bella was nominated and elected to the position during a by-election held during a BCSTA meeting held in Vancouver, B.C., on February 25. Bella noted because of the size of the districts, directors tend to come from the Lower Mainland. “It is a little hard to get a voice from outside that area,” said Bella. When the BCSTA holds their AGM at the end of April, a new board of directors will be elected and Bella is hopeful she will retain her seat on the board. Bella explained, following her nomination she had to deliver a three-minute speech. There were eight people running for one seat. The vote went through six ballets, as according to their bylaws a 50 per cent plus 1 vote in favour was required. Bella said she led all six ballets. The April election will be weighted with bigger districts getting more votes. Bella feels having name and face recognition will help her to be successful in the April election. “There is a feeling with a lot of the trustees around the province the diversity on the board is wonderful. To get the different areas represented is great for everyone,” said Bella. The BCSTA represents 60 school districts throughout the province and provides professional development, legal counsel and communication. According to their website the BCSTA “acts as boards’ strong, unified voice in advocating to government, other education partners and the public on matters affecting public education.”
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Sixty-six $2,000 CBT Community Service Awards Available
Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) is accepting applications for two of its community service award programs. Valued at $2,000 and based on volunteer service rather than academic standing, there are up to 66 awards to be given out. College Community Service Awards (CCSA) are intended to benefit Basin college students who plan to further their education. Youth Community Service Awards (YCSA) are given to graduating high school students. Deadlines are March 15 and April 13. And more details can be found online at www.cbt.org/programs. One of last year’s CCSA recipients spoke of the benefit to her family: “I am very grateful to receive this award from Columbia Basin Trust. I am a single mother of two, and a full-time nursing student. The award is a great help to my family, and is very much appreciated,” said Melissa Monsen, nursing student at the College of the Rockies. “CBT is happy to reward and encourage volunteerism in the region while also providing financial assistance to students,” said Wayne Lundeberg, CBT Director, Youth Initiatives. “Communities are strengthened as a whole and residents benefit individually.”
Warming trend inevitable over Canada.
It’s going to get warmer. According to a paper, co-written by a Simon Fraser University researcher, even if greenhouse gas emissions were to suddenly cease today the world’s temperature would continue to rise by about a quarter of a degree over a decade. The “best-case scenario” paper was published in Nature’s online journal and urges the public, governments and industries to wake up to a harsh new reality. “Let’s be honest, it’s totally unrealistic to believe that we can stop all emissions now,” says Kirsten Zickfeld, an assistant professor of geography at SFU. “Even with aggressive greenhouse gas mitigation, it will be a challenge to keep the projected global rise in temperature under 2 degrees Celsius,” emphasizes Zickfeld. Zickfeld co-wrote the paper with Damon Mathews, an associate professor at the University of Concordia, Department of Geography, Planning and Environment. Using an earth system climate model developed by the University of Victoria, the two scientists were able to study the impact of greenhouse gas and aerosol emissions on the world’s climate based on emission levels consistent to 2007 data found in an intergovernmental report on climate change. Due to the emission of greenhouse gases, the world’s temperature has warmed by almost 1 degree Celsius since the beginning of the industrial era. The study finds that elimination of all emissions would lead to an additional short-term warming by 0.25 to 0.5 degrees. “One to 1.5 degrees of global warming may not seem like a great deal,” says Zickfeld. “But we need to realize that the warming would not be distributed equally over the globe, with mid to high latitude regions such as Canada, Alaska, northeastern Europe, Russia and northern China being most strongly affected. “Our research shows that as a result of past emissions, a warming of at least 2 degrees Celsius will be unavoidable in those regions.”
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Starting on March 10, a number of health services at the Valemount Community Health Centre will experience minor interruptions due to the relocation of select departments over the next three months. The departments that will be intermittently affected include the emergency department, public health offices, physicians’ offices, and lab services. During these relocations, the main entrance for the health centre will also be available at the side of the building. Residents of Valemount and the surrounding area are advised to still attend the health service centres in the event of an emergency or need. Appropriate signage will be located in the facilities to ensure the public is well informed of where the services are currently located. If the public has any other questions they can contact Kim Nordli, administrative assistant, at 250 566 9138 ext. 243.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS
Intro to eBooks @ the McBride& District Public Library March 7, 2012, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Bring your mobile device for an intro by Martina to the library’s eBook program Overdrive. Regional food systems workshop March 8, 2012, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For farmers, chefs, caterers, food service managers and grocers. Come to the Dunster Community Hall for a day learning about and discussing opportunities for the Northern B.C. agri-food sector. To reserve your spot contact Jillian Merrick at 250 569 9622 ext. 115. VACS presents caladh nua March 12, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30, $25 for seniors & students, $35 at
ONGOING EVENTS
door. Tickets available at Infinity. Come check out their traditional Irish music & 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. DJ Zurelikkus March 16, 2012, 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Come out to party and enjoy the sounds of DJ Zurelikkus. All ages welcome! There will be a bar with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. All funds raised during this event will go to help the Baxter/Fleury family, who have recently experienced a house fire in Mackenzie, B.C.. Purchase your tickets at Super 8 Valemount, McBride Husky, and the McBride IGA. March 10, 2012 Writers’ Circle Cancelled. The meetings will continue as scheduled on March 17.
CALLING LADIES of VALEMOUNT DON’T FORGET our Christ Centered lunch on Wednesday the 14th of March at The Great Escape Restaurant at 12:30 p.m. See you there Bring a guest if you can! All are welcome!!! by the
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Valemount MONDAYS: • VALEMOUNT SENIORS Carpet Bowling 9 a.m. Golden Years Lodge • Lions Bingo 1st & 3rd Mon., at Lions Hall, doors open 6 p.m., everyone welcome. • Royal Canadian Legion General meetings every 3rd Mon. of month 7:30 p.m. in Legion. • PLAY AND LEARN 10 a.m. until noon at Pepe’s Restaurant tuesdays: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Co-ed from 7-8:30 p.m. • Valemount Children’s Activity Centre Board Meeting 1st Tuesday of the month - 7 p.m. @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • adult recreational vollEyball 7-9 p.m. Valemount Sec. School gym. Contact Suzanne Bloodoff @ 250 566-9979 • 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. 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. THURSDAYS: • Adult Recreation Badminton. 7-9 p.m. in the Valemount Sec. School gym. Contact Betty @250 566-4656 • 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. at the old Learning Centre on Gorse St. in the CNC classroom • 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. FRIDAYS: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Co-ed from 7-8:30 p.m. • 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 mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Open Mat from 9-11 a.m. 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 p.m.
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• Dunster family Dance First Saturday of each Month from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Instruction from 7:30-8:30 p.m. and short sessions throughout the evening. Lots of variety dances (-waltz, fox-trot, polka, cha-cha, two-step, schottische, etc.) Pot luck snacks at 8:30 p.m. and then more dancing until 9:30 p.m. Admission - $5 for anyone over 12 - maximum of $10 per family. All welcome!! Contact Pete at 250 968 4334 for more information. The final Family Dance for this year will be in April!
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. • Bible readings at the McBride & District Public Library at 7 p.m. Join us for stories from one of the world’s most widely printed books. Hosted by John Christison. 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 • Free dance lessons at 7 p.m. at the Elks Hall 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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ENTERTAINMENT
Give Me Shelter, Give Me Caladh Nua! Donalda Beeson Contributor
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ee! Fi! Fo! Fum! Grab your fiddle and have some fun! VACS is proud to celebrate its 5th Anniversary. Since their first concert March 11, 2007, the Valemount Arts and Cultural Society (VACS) has brought you over 40 shows to date, and has yet another cultural delicacy dished up to serve your insatiable artistic indulgence! Coming to the Valmount Community Theatre, this Monday, March 12, VACS presents Caladh Nua, live in concert, fitting as St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner! While we remain unsure of the exact pronunciation of this Irish phrase we do know that Caladh is an old Irish word for ‘Harbour’ or ‘Shelter place’, and Nua is Irish for new; so Caladh Nua is a ‘New Harbour’ or ‘New Shelter place’. Here it almost certainly refers to a comfortable new place where both music and song set a warm cushy atmosphere, which is exactly what they are. Their tasteful musical arrangements include traditional Irish dance music, and traditional songs alongside some more modern composed pieces. With semiotics out of the way, Caladh Nua is first and foremost a young, traditional Irish band, as they were only founded in 2009. However young, this dedicated ensemble is comprised of five extremely talented musicians hailing from three beautiful and distinct regions in Ireland; Carlow, Waterford and Kilkenny. True to the path of many great traditional Irish bands Caladh Nua said they “simply formed as a result of some great musicians crossing paths, realizing a special connection and
then wanting to share it with the world audience.” “What a terrific, young band! We suspect they are going to be around a long time!” said American Public Radio. Call it the luck of the Irish, call it what you will, but with two critically acclaimed albums to date, (‘Happy Days’ and ‘Next Stop’), this bands specific repertoire and fiddle energy is guaranteed to capture an audience of any generation or nationality. The Irish Times called them, “A highly proficient five-piece band whose second album showcases a dozen tracks packed with adept arrangements.” What we can say for sure isn’t luck, they have enchanted audiences across the globe creating a balance of fresh and personal innovation, while remaining loyal in preserving the rich tradition of Irish music and song; and now they have come to share it with you. “What a quintet! Fab songs meet wonderful, wonderful tunes,” said The Chicago Irish American News. In support of community theatre, there will also be a silent auction starting at 4 p.m. in the high school foyer which will be open until the end of intermission, approximately 8:30 p.m. There will be free refreshments for the audience, and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 or $25 for seniors or students in advance available at Infinity, or $35 at the door of the Valemount Community Theatre, located at the Valemount Secondary School. This will be the last show of the 2011/2012 season. Fee! Fi! Fo! Fum! Put your fiddle down now because the story is done!
“Fab songs, wonderful tunes”
Above: In a promotional photo, traditional Irish band, Caladh Nua, plays together by a stream in Ireland. Caladh Nua will be playing at the Community Theatre in Valemount at 7:30 p.m. on March 12, 2012. Photo Submitted
Lorne Elliott: One Man Music Comedy Theatre Show McBride Roundhouse Theatre Society
Presents
Monday, March 12, 2012
Jennifer Meagher contributor
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his Monday, March 12, musician, comedian, and theatric specialist Lorne Elliott will be performing his hilarious one-man show in one of many stops in his month long Alberta-British Columbia tour. The guitarist plays a country-folk genre and combines it with a comedy show described in his program notes as, “Often self-deprecating, always silly and never profane, Elliott’s funny is funny friendly. The Halifax Daily News described him as, “A genuine and talented nut-case.” His show is a “blend of comedic mayhem and superbly silly performance art.” He tells us, “I think I can guarantee people will be laughing. That barking noise from the audience is what I’m going for. Elliott hosted his own CBC Radio Comedy Series which ran for 11 seasons. He has been featured in a variety of Theatre Arts Festivals and is an award-winning playwright with plays “regularly produced across Canada.” He has been performing professionally for over 20 years and hasn’t been in our region in five to six years. Elliott tells us, “I’m really looking forward to getting out there again. Be there or be square.”
Doors at 7:00PM Show at 7:30PM
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CANOE VALLEY SKATE CLUB
“Just Dance”
On Saturday, March 3, 2012, the Canoe Valley Skating Club held their 39th Annual Skate Carnival at the Canoe Valley Recreation Center in Valemount, B.C.. This years theme was “Just Dance” featuring many popular dance tunes. Photos by Andrea Scholz Left: Hannah Knelsen (left) and Jessica Shalla skate in unison to ‘Toxic’. Above: The Grande Finale skate routine had skaters dancing with their Wii remote controls. Right: Hailey Knelsen in a spin.
“Awesome skaters”
Above left: Hailey Knelsen and Ellie Dueling (left) dance to ‘S.O.S.’. Above Centre: Melissa Brown (right) and Katlyn Jensen skate and spin to ‘Big Girl’. Above right: Lee-Anne Anthony presents her daughter Adalie with a flower after her performance.
“Put your right hand in”
Left: The Pre-School group doing the hokey pokey. Above: Karli Lawless shines during her solo routine. Below left: The Pre-Star group takes a bow after their solo performances. Below Centre: Katlyn Jensen glides to ‘Giddy on Up’. Below right: Danelle Du Toit and coach Sharonrose Shalla watch on as the group performs to Danelle’s song ’Hand in Hand’. Bottom: The Stars and Pre-Stars skate to ‘Hand in Hand’.
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VALLEY ATHLETES
Novice hockey team wins final tournament Birgit Stutz CONTRIBUTOR
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t’s been an incredible season for the combined McBride/Valemount Novice hockey team. The McVale Novice team completed their perfect season March 5 by winning the McBride tournament. The group of seven- and eight-year-old players never lost a game all season. The team played a total of five tournaments, one each in Jasper, Edson, Valemount, Clearwater, and, just this past weekend, in McBride. Four teams participated in the McBride tournament, with a total of forty kids. The McVale Novice team beat the Prince George Black Bears 9-0, the Jasper Bears 9-0, and the Prince George Gators 15-0. The final standings of the McBride tournament were McBride in first place, Prince George Black Bears in second place, Jasper Bears in third place, and Prince George Gators in fourth place. A skills competition was also part of the tournament, with the categories being fastest forward skater, fastest backward skater, shooting accuracy and best goalie. The McVale team won three of the four categories. McBride player Tanner Molendyk won the shooting accuracy category, McBride player Seth Hulka won the fastest forward skater competition, and Valemount player Braden Smith won the fastest backwards skater competition. When asked how the team managed to accomplish this amazing feat of winning every game of the season, McBride coach Ole Quam jokingly said, “It’s gotta be the coaching.” “The kids are really good hockey players,” he said. “They want to play, they learn well, and they catch on easily. They are really into hockey. Several of the kids just live and breathe hockey. They don’t practice much together (the McBride and Valemount players), but they play well together.” The McBride players practice with the Atoms team. “Their coach Ray Wiltsie is a huge part of this as well,” said Quam. “It’s a great group of kids,” added Valemount coach Carl Forman. “They are all into hockey.” This is the second year that the division has been combined. Five of the six divisions in Minor Hockey between Valemount and McBride have been combined this year. The McVale Novice team is made up of five players from McBride, including one girl, and nine players from Valemount, also including one girl. “There are some new kids on the team, and some are the same (as last year),” said Quam.
“Local Champions”
Above: The McVale novice hockey team celebrating after their final tournament of the season in McBride on Sunday, March 4, 2012. Photo submitted
“Most of them have been playing hockey now for at least three to four years, except for a couple of new ones,” said Forman. “The joining of the two teams has been really good and is really important.” Quam said two McBride players have recently been scouted by a team out of Williams Lake and are going to play in a spring league. “They will spend two weekends in Williams Lake and then one week in Edmonton and one week in Vancouver I believe.” Great job, everybody!
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Strong Women, Strong Canada Donalda Beeson Contributor
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ccording to Status of Women Canada (SWC), “Women across Canada are as diverse as the communities they live in.” To celebrate women’s roles in the economic prosperity of rural, remote and Northern regions, this year’s International Women’s Day and International Women’s Week theme is “Women in Rural, Remote and Northern Communities: Key to Canada’s Economic Prosperity”. That means you, women and girls making up the working force communities of Blue River, Valemount, Dunster, McBride, Dome Creek, Mount Robson, and everywhere in between; it would seem that Sunday, March 4, until Saturday, March 10, and especially March 8, 2012 (International Women’s Day) is celebrating you! SWC says, “Canada covers a total area 9,984,670 square kilometres. It is home to 17.4 million women and girls and contains more than 5,400 communities — approximately 5,200 of which are rural, remote or Northern.” Hence, this year they are “celebrating the three million Canadian women and girls across every province and territory who are integral to life in these rural, remote and Northern communities,”
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where women “make up approximately 45 per cent of the labour force.” Having said that, we still need to pay attention to the significant gaps “between women and men in labour force participation rates, employment rates and income,” which is even “more pronounced for Aboriginal women, who make up a large part of the rural, remote and Northern population.” Sponsored worldwide by the United Nations, this day originated in the late 1800s to early 1900s, out of the women’s socialist movements and early women’s trade union groups. The first International Women’s Day was held March 19, 1911, though the Women socialists and trade unions held an earlier Women’s Day on the last Sunday in February, in 1908. After the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution calling on member states to proclaim a day for women’s rights and international peace in 1977, Canada chose March 8 as International Women’s Day. “Each year at this time, Canadians celebrate progress towards equality for women and their full participation, reflect on the challenges and barriers that remain, and consider future steps to achieving equality for all women, in all aspects of their lives,” says SWC. Over time, International Women’s Day has grown to become a global day of recognition and celebration, providing “an opportunity to take stock of our progress towards gender equality and to honour the contributions women have made and are making — both in Canada and around the world.” Women and girls are definitely contributing to economic prosperity in our local regions where many of the men are forced to work away. Whether it’s through innovative projects, non-traditional occupations, or leadership initiatives (case in point is Valemount’s all female Village Council), it is the local women and girls that make up much of our local working force, so take the day and week to honour them. In the 100 or so years that International Women’s Day has been celebrated “substantial progress has been made in advancing equality for women, and [SWC recognizes] the critical role that women continue to play in the prosperity of Canada’s diverse communities.”
McBride snowboarders Birgit Stutz Contributor
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wo McBride snowboarders have had an amazing trip to the BC High School Sports Provincial Alpine Championships held in Whistler, February 27 to 29. Fourteen-year-old Shea Krenzler, who attends Grade 8 at McBride Secondary high school, and her fifteen-year-old brother Rory, who is in Grade 9 at McBride Secondary, are both members of the McBride Secondary Ski and Snowboard Team. The two students qualified to participate at the Alpine Championships at the Northern High School Zones at Tabor Mountain, February 7. “Both the kids enjoyed their trip to the Alpine Championships in Whistler,” said their mother Carrie Krenzler. “Their first day there they participated in the Snowboard Giant Slalom which was held on a run called Gandy Dancer. The girls went first, then the boys. They each had two timed runs on this race and then the times were combined. Shea received 39th out of 53. Rory received 33 out of 87. The second day there they had a free day so we explored the ski hill and a few of the many runs available at Whistler/Blackcomb. The last day they competed in the Snowboard Terrain GS. The day was overcast and quite foggy over the race track. Shea received 47th out of 53 and Rory got 35th out of 85. So overall, both Nursing Unit Clerk – 6 months Monday and Wednes- A people oriented job at the heart of day races combined, hospital operations Shea ranked 42 out of Health Care Assistant/RCA – 6 months 49 and Rory was ranked - Hands on care for the elderly 28 out of 72 for the 2012 Pharmacy Technician – 8 months BC Provincial Ski and - Online or on campus Snowboard Champion- The first CCAPP accredited program in BC ships.” Medical Transcriptionist – 9 months online or on campus This is Rory’s second - Work in hospitals, or online year on the McBride Financial Aid available for qualified students Secondary Ski and P.C.T.I.A. accredited college Snowboard Team and Shea’s first. This is also Call Today For Free the first year of snowInfo Kit boarding for Shea, and only her second compe1-877-840-0888 tition. www.ThompsonCC.ca
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Robson Valley Support Society: Change at the local level Birgit Stutz CONTRIBUTOR
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reating change at the local level is crucial for developing strategies to stop violence against women and children. Research has shown that violence against women is reduced when service providers and system responders work together to coordinate their responses. With this in mind, Shelly Battensby and Nancy Taylor with the Robson Valley Support Society (RVSS) initiated a meeting in December 2003 with an identified group of community stakeholders, responders and professionals from both Valemount and McBride. “At that time, Nancy and I both coordinated the Safe Shelter program for the valley,” said Battensby. “Nancy had also begun delivering the Stopping the Violence counselling program at that time. The responsibility to begin the conversation around this fell to our mandates. More importantly, we were seeing the need for coordination of services when supporting our clients. Having experienced first-hand inconsistencies in the referral, reporting, and response structure around women experiencing violence, Nancy and I were committed to establishing a Community Coordination for Women’s Safety initiative for the Robson Valley.” The community coordination initiative is supported by a provincial working group that works with communities that wish to develop a coordinated response to violence against women, identify barriers to women’s safety, or enhance existing coordination initiatives. “Since that time, many of our roles as well as our membership has changed, but we have maintained a core committed group,” said Battensby. “All RVSS violence-prevention staff are involved in this process, along with other key service providers. However, Penny Rivard, our Stopping the Violence Outreach, specifically now has the mandate to coordinate the local initiative.” Battensby said that services to women who have experienced or are experiencing abuse have been available in the Robson Valley for twenty years. “Due to the provision of safe shelter services and counselling for women experiencing violence or abuse, local awareness of violence against women and children has increased in that time. The creation of a local coordination committee continues to build upon this work.” Outside of those able to attend the meetings, the initiative also incorporates a broad network of those in the communities and region who have a vested interest in what is happening for women. The membership is a broad representation of service providers and community professionals because the impacts of violence against women have a ripple affect on society.
“Schools must support children who are having difficulty learning because they’ve been kept awake by their parents’ fighting; doctors treat a woman’s injuries when she’s beaten; RCMP respond when a woman calls 911; and counselling programs provide support for a woman seeking ways to cope or make changes,” said Battensby. “It was agreed that for such a committee to be effective in our area, it must have a valley-wide perspective. Many local service providers work in both communities; those who do not are still affected by established service protocols. Additionally, the involvement from all sectors of the valley enables the committee to fully address the scope of this issue. “With one in three women experiencing violence in their lifetime, it is an issue that affects us all. Our concern extends to children who are caught in the middle of families where there is spousal abuse, for they too are impacted and are often in danger. Our hope is that through education and awareness, verbal or physical abuse will not be tolerated in this valley.” The committee’s vision is to create a community where every home is a safe home. By identifying key concerns or gaps in service, the committee members hope to continue to create recommendations for emergency and social response that will support women living with violence, rather than create barriers to accessing help. It is the committee’s objective to ensure safety for the victims and accountability of the offenders. The impetus for this coordination model came from the Provincial Community Coordination Initiative and the local initiative continues to get support and guidance from them. “The provincial working group was able to put in motion a process that engaged local stakeholders around an issue that many communities had identified long ago,” said Battensby. “As a local initiative, we are able to take issues forward to them and benefit from or utilize their resources to better our response here or add our voice to the process of change at the regional and provincial level. We also benefit locally from the opportunity to attend training, addressing such issues as highest risk cases, safety planning, and reducing barriers to accessing services.” Battensby said the success of the initiative has been provincially recognized by the provincial working group for the length of time that it has been established, the number of committed members, and the dual community aspect. “We are also the only provincial group with representation from two separate RCMP detachments,” she said. “Our membership includes medical staff, such as nurses, physicians, administration; clergy; educators; municipal council; RVSS violence-prevention programs; mental health and mental health/addictions staff; Crown Counsel; RCMP; interested volunteers; child protection (MCFD); and other regional professionals. Representation of key community players is vital in the response to violence.”
If you would like more information about this project or would like to get involved, contact Battensby at 250 566 9107 or Taylor at 250 569 2266.
New at the McBride Public Library Adult fiction
Broken But Not Dead – Joylene Nowell Butler The Essential Agatha Christie (on CD) Chasing the Moon – A. Lee Martinez Fallen – Karin Slaughter
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An Eye At the Top of the World – Pete Takeda Pierre Elliott Trudeau – Nino Ricci The Shopper’s Guide to GI Values 2012 – Jennie Brand-Miller Food Lovers Quick & Easy (recipes)
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother and grand mother Georgette Boyer on Feb 18, after her courageous struggle with ALS. Her last week was spent with her daughters by her side. Left to mourn are her four daughters: Nicole Truskowski (Tom) of Carmel, Califoria, Danielle Wycott (Curtis) of Vernon, BC, Christine Kanuga (Kyle) of St. Albert, and Joelle Boyer of Edmonton; grandchildren Justine, Brandon, Brittney and Cole as well as her dog and best friend Jazz; cousin Mary Ann Schreiner who provided so much love and support during Georgette’s life. Georgette was born in Belgium in 1942 during World War II. She moved to Canada at the age of four and grew up in Valemount, BC. At the age of 18 she moved to Edmonton where she met her former husband Ron Boyer and they had four daughters. Georgette was very proud of her daughters and grandchildren and loved to spend time with them. Her unconditional love and kind spirit will always be remembered. Georgette had many interests, but the ones that were dear to her heart were writing, photography and her love of nature and animals. As per Georgette’s wishes, there will be a celebration of her life and memorial in Valemount, BC. Our mother loved Valemount especially the beauty that surrounds this small town - mountains, streams, wildlife and all living things. It was when she was surrounded by God’s creations that she found peace within her soul. May you now rest in peace forever, surrounded by God’s love and beauty. We all love you and will cherish the time we had forever! If you would like information sent to you on Georgette’s memorial service in Valemount, please contact nicoletr@ me.com. The memorial service is planned for the May long weekend. Condolences: www.serenity.ca Serenity Funeral Service, South Edmonton (780) 450-0101
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Regional Food Systems Workshop Thursday, March 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Dunster Community Hall, a Call out for all farmers, ranchers, apiarists, chefs, caterers, grocers and food service managers! Join farm operators and food service professionals to learn and discuss the opportunities for a growing agri-food sector across Northern B.C. Enjoy the benefit of networking with other industry operators and meeting potential new local buyers and suppliers in our networking sessions. Learn from key experts in farm operations and business development during our dynamic learning sessions. These events are free to all farm and food service operators, including: - Farmers, ranchers, greenhouse operators, apiarists, and new farm entrants - Chefs, caterers, food service managers, and purchasing directors - Students, youth, and all others interested in learning about the business of farming Registration is limited so reserve your spot today. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. If travel costs are a barrier, please contact us to see if support may be available. More information on the schedule and speakers can be found at www.beyondthemarket.ca. To register by phone: Jillian Merrick, Program Coordinator, 250 562 9622 ext. 115. Once Upon a Time: McBride Figure Skating Carnival Saturday, March 10, 2012, the McBride Figure Skating Club presents: Once Upon a Time. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7:00 p.m. There will be a raffle table and concession available. Tickets are $5.00 for an adult, and seniors and 12 years of age and younger are $3.00. Show your community support and check out this annual show! The 4th Annual Red Pump Project: National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Saturday, March 10, 2012, be sure to sport your red shoes for National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, because awareness is always in style. Check out www.redpump.org. And if anyone asks, “What’s with the shoes?” Tell them. Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday, March 11, 2012 begins, daylight savings time this year. Don’t forget to spring your clocks ahead as the days are getting longer!
This will be a great show for the entire family featuring comedy and music. Plant a Flower Day Monday, March 12, 2012 plan to get a little dirt under your fingernails, on Plant a Flower Day. Not only is gardening a therapeutic and fun hobby, it’s good for the earth! Celebrate this day by planting or transplanting any kind of flower or plant, indoors or outdoors, but probably indoors for our area. JasperLIFE Mountain Adventure Club: Backcountry Travel Monday, March 12, 2012 the JasperLIFE Mountain Adventure Club will be hosting a day in the backcountry with the Avalanche Forecasting Team from Parks Canada. This adventure is free. Transportation is provided. Space is limited. Advanced registration is required. Contact JasperLIFE to sign up! 780 852 2100. National Pi Day Wednesday, March 14, 2012 is your day Mathematicians! National Pi Day celebrates Pi as a mathematical concept and number that has no end, yet. We round it off to 3.14, so March being the third month, on the fourteenth day therefore is National Pi Day, a celebration of mathematics. Interestingly, this day is also the birthday of physicist Albert Einstein who was born on March 14, 1879. CBT’s Community Initiatives Program Public Presentation Wednesday, March 14, 2012, will see the public presentations for the Columbia Basin Trust grants through the Community Initiatives Program. This program funds activities that community members deem important. Local governments have the opportunity to refine program delivery processes to ensure community participation in project selection and accountability, monitoring and evaluation. Local governments develop their own processes for public involvement in recommending and selecting projects for funding. For more information check out the CBT Community Initiatives link at http://www.valemount.ca/Cbt_Cip. htm. DJ Zurelikkus in Valemount Friday, March 16, 2012, at the old Canoe Restaurant across from the Valemount Super 8, dance and drink for a good cause. A party to raise funds for the Baxter/ Fleury family, featuring the lights and sound of DJ Zurelikkus! Any and all profits from this event will be donated to the Baxter/Fleury family who lost their two precious twins along with all their possessions in a house fire in Mackenzie, B.C. The show and bar service start at 8:00 p.m. and go until 2:00 a.m. All ages welcome! ID required for any and all bar purchases. $4.00 for beer and coolers, $3.00 for drinks and shots. There will also be non-alcoholic options and snacks available. Tickets are available for purchase and pickup at the following locations: Super 8 Valemount, McBride Husky, and the McBride IGA. From the organizers, “if you won’t party for a good cause, you shouldn’t party for anything.” St. Patty’s Day Spring Dance in Valemount Saturday, March 17, 2012, get your Irish on, as there will be a St. Patrick’s Day Spring Dance at the Valemount Lions Hall! You must be 19 or older and the cost will be $10 per person. The kitchen will be open. Come support the Lions Club and get your greenest groove on, because everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! Contact Barb Shepherd at 250 566 4378 for more information. 1284 Weel pf 3.5.2012
The Lorne Elliott Comedy Show in McBride Monday, March 12, 2012, The Lorne Elliott Comedy Show - 2012 will be presented by The McBride Roundhouse Theatre as part of their 2011-2012 season.
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For the Love of Languages Last Tuesday, February 28, For the Love of Languages, began and will continue every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. At the McBride & District Public Library, For the Love of Languages will be a weekly brown bag lunch hour where visitors can break off into conversation groups: Spanish, French, Russian, or English As A Second Language (ESL). Great for people planning a trip, students and an opportunity for visitors who are already fluent in languages to share their skills! If you would like to participate as a student or as a volunteer tutor, call Bridget, Adult Literacy Coordinator, Robson Valley Support Society, at 250 569 2266. Dunster Yoga Tuesdays, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Dunster Community Hall, Kathryn will be hosting her last few weeks of Yoga in Dunster. The dates and times are: March 13, 20 and 27. And that brings us to the end of the season! Cost per class is $10.00 drop-in. These classes are suitable for anyone who wants to de-stress, work out the kinks and become more focused and flexible. Please bring your own mat if possible, and wear loose comfortable clothing. For more info phone Kathryn Smith at 250 566 4022. Namaste. 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.
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Activities WEEKLY HOROSCOPE by MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) Dreams and visions of the future are dancing in your mind. Your sights are set on making some key changes that will bring a fair return. Any area of your life that feels out of balance is under review. Simply speaking, you want a better deal. This is a good time to invest as well. But, it is not time to fully engage your physical energies…yet. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) Getting clear about what you do and not want and need is in focus. Although you want to be kind about it, you can hardly contain your feelings. At best, this is manifesting as a rich and expansive mode of expression. Still, it remains important that you also make every effort to listen well to what others are saying. Your greatest rewards will come from joining forces. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Getting clear on what are your dreams and what are illusions is a current theme. Subconscious thoughts about security are at play. Knowing the difference between wants and needs is ever ideal. The ego ever wants more yet if the spirit’s needs are not met we are impoverished regardless of apparent wealth. Self-actualization is a core spiritual achievement; what does it mean to you? Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Stimulations of your higher mind are directing your thoughts and feelings. Tuning-in to and/or cultivating feelings of unity and of communion are implied. Otherwise, tendencies to control people and situations or to over exert your will are revealing the dominance of your lower mind. Don’t let the facts fool you, do what feels good and reveals your personal truth. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Clearing the old to make way for the new remains in the spotlight. Taking new leads and strides is implied. Be willing to gain access to and make use of the resources of others. Get clear on what you do and do not want. Knowing who figures into your long range goals is part of the plot. Invest in new tools, techniques and training and take calculated risks. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Neptune in Pisces is leading you to realize dreams and realities. The dreams include new creative expressions and involvement with some real power players. The realities include realizing that certain people and situations are simply not reliable. Coming to know the difference will remain an important theme for some time to come. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Getting clear on what constitutes genuinely healthy attitudes and actions is on your mind. Consider that beyond a good diet and enough exercise, true health is linked to answering the call of your spirit. Does it want you to stay or go? Scan internally for escapist or avoidance attitudes and pay attention to what persists. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Some dreams are more colourful than others and these are likely now. More importantly, realizing them requires earthy tones and realistic actions. With so many opportunities on the rise in your social life, this is a good time to reach out. Do keep an open mind about how you think things ‘should’ proceed.
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Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) What once was is steadily dissolving. This can be a good thing, as long as you are not attached. Establishing now foundations is featured. You can assist the process by getting clear on what you want. This entire process will become more evident in the light of the Full Moon. Aim to secure your new ground by early September, latest.
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Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Your imagination has been activated. This added to a current fruitful creative cycle could produce some fabulous results. Now is the time to act in this regard. At least consider brain storming for ideas while the lightning is striking! Staying committed remains important yet don’t let it turn your feelings cold. Give praise to the fertile ground! Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) Prior power holds have been dissolving since late 2007 and this process continues. Now it is activating new perceptions and realizations. The key is to let go and let god. Avoid allowing common sense to get in the way of good sense tailored to your own deeper needs. True wealth and power is spiritual which in the world expresses as compassion, unity and love…what you do. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) The key to understanding what is going on out there in your life is to look within. What are you projecting? What karmas have come ashore? How can you make the lemons into lemonade? Meanwhile, sharing your dreams, visions and ideas with significant others should go over well now, yet avoid scattering and concentrate on your main points.
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McBride attends Local Government Leadership Academy Astrid Frazier CONTRIBUTOR
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cBride Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillors Irene Rejman, Rick Thompson, Lori Kimpton, Raj Basran and Administrator Eliana Clements attended a two and a half day series of seminars last week. The 2012 Elected Officials Seminars for North Central Local Government Association (NCLGA) were held in Prince George, B.C. February 28 – March 1, 2012. The seminars were attended by 132 delegates. These delegates included Mayors, Councillors, Regional District, and First Nations representatives, as well as some Administration Staff. With two full days of seminars starting as early as 7 a.m. and ending as late as 9 p.m.in the evening everyone had a lot of information to take in. The seminars are offered to both newly elected and returning elected officials and senior staff. Topics covered during the seminars included Decision Making in Local Government, Roles & Responsibilities, Local Government Law, Priority Setting and Community Planning, Communications & the Media, Budgeting and Financial Management, and many other topics. The LGLA was initiated on the occasion of UBCM’s 100th Anniversary in 2005 and is a collaboration between the Union of BC Municipalities, the Province of British Columbia, Municipal Finance Authority, BC Assessment Authority, Municipal Insurance Association and the Local Government Management Association. The mandate for the Leadership Academy was to help improve the competencies needed to effectively manage and lead B.C .communities. The LGLA brings in experts to assist both the newly elected and re-elected local government leaders with policies, procedures, laws etc.
Local volunteer returns from Cambodia Daniel Betts EDITOR
to help them with the challenges they will face in local government. Mayor Mike Frazier commented, “The seminars are great for both the newly elected and the returning politicians and administration staff. There is a lot of information to absorb in a short time, but it’s a good team building exercise that helps us all be on the same page.”
“Team Building”
Above: On Thursday, March 1, (left to right) the Mayor of McBride, B.C., Mike Frazier and Village of McBride Councillors Rick Thompson, Raj Basran, Irene Rejman and Lori Kimpton posed for a picture while attending the 2012 Elected Officials Seminar held in Prince George, B.C.. Photo by Astrid Frazier
“Much needed help”
Above: Felicia Eaton and “SamAhnt” take a moment to pose with a copy of The Valley Sentinel before the orphan received some vital dental care. The photo was taken at the Catholic Centre in Battambang, Cambodia Photo Submitted
D
uring her recent trip to Cambodia, local Tete Jaune resident, Felicia Eaton became very proficient in speaking the word “sados,” which means spit in English. Eaton, a dental hygienist, spent two weeks in the Southeast Asian country with Kindness In Action (KIA), as part of a team providing free dental and medical treatment to children in orphanages run by Buddhist monks as well as children and adults who have survived the sex slave trade and amputees who have survived land mines from the Khmer Rouge. The team of 20 consisted of dentists, doctors, hygienists, assistants, registered nurses, pharmacists, massage therapists, instrument scrubbers and local interpreters. “Working conditions were adequate for what we all needed to accomplish, but we still had to put up with very hot, humid and sweaty conditions,” said Eaton, who returned from her trip last week. She mentioned the team often worked on their feet and welcomed a nightly one-hour Cambodian foot massage. This was Eaton’s second volunteer trip with KIA. A few days near the end of their trip they had the opportunity to tour the Killing Fields, the Genocide Museum as well as the amazing temples of Angkor Wat. “That was a very humbling experience. If anyone has ever been to Cambodia, you will remember just how beautiful, kind and precious the local people are to us visitors,” said Eaton. She says Cambodia holds a special place in her heart for the friends she made, the goodness of being alive and being able to serve those less fortunate than herself. “I am grateful for the opportunity to have made a difference in my own way.”
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