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SERVING THE ROBSON VALLEY SINCE 1986

THE VALLEY

INCLUDING THE COMMUNITIES OF VALEMOUNT, MCBRIDE, DUNSTER, TETE JAUNE, BLUE RIVER, MOUNT ROBSON, CRESCENT SPUR AND DOME CREEK

LATE NIGHT SHOPPING PAGE 8

Winter Blows In TYKES - PAGE 2

HISTORIC SOCIETY - PAGE 7

EXPANDED HOURS - PAGE 10

“Festive Cheer”

The Village of Valemount’s holiday decorations add a colourful accent to the snow and ice covered landscape. However, wind, rain and snow in the past few days have made driving treacherous. Photo by Andrea Scholz

WEATHER WEDNESDAY MOSTLY CLOUDY High: -1°C Low: -5°C Details pg 14

Life is a Journey ...stop by

The Gathering Tree On your way!

1150-5th Ave, Valemount, BC

LATE NIGHT SHOPPING

DECEMBER 2 from 5-9 pm LOTS OF IN STORE SPECIALS With a minumim purchase of $10 , enter your name for 1 of 3 in store draws valued at $25, $50 and $75

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UPFRONT

“Valley Tykes take on Vanderhoof”

Above: On Saturday, November 26 at the Robson Valley Recreation Centre in McBride, Kobe Vause of the combined Valemount and McBride Tykes Division, steals the puck. Left: London Shawara happily throws herself across the net to put a stop to a shot on goal. The Tykes were wearing McBride Grizzlies jerseys but will switch to Valemount jerseys during their next game. Photos by Andrea Scholz

Annual Wes Hudson Light Up Contest

Prizes for Commercial and Residential. 9, 2010 2011 Contest will start December 3, with judging taking place December 13, 2010 19, 2011 BE SURE YOUR LIGHTS ARE ON!!! Prize for each category: 1st prize – $50 2nd prize – $25

Contest sponsored by the Village of Valemount

Shop McBride promotion Birgit Stutz CONTRIBUTOR

hopping locally is always encouraged, but by shopping in McBride during the next couple of months, you could be rewarded with ‘Chamber Bucks’. The Shop Local campaign is the brainchild of the McBride and District Chamber of Commerce. Starting on December 2, during the Festival of Lights, shoppers can pick up a loyalty punch card at participating businesses in McBride and by shopping locally can win up to $150 ‘Chamber Bucks’ redeemable at participating retailers. “Shoppers just present the card where they shop and collect a reward for every $10 they spend,” said McBride and District Chamber of Commerce Treasurer Linda Fry. “Once all ten boxes are validated, the shopper will put their name and phone number on the reverse of the card and enter it into the Shop McBride draw box at Scotiabank. We decided on the bank as a not participating, impartial and convenient, central location.” Fry said this promotion is somewhat different than the PASSPORT TO CHRISTMAS the Chamber had done previously, but the same concept. “This time shoppers will get a small, near business card size, card with the participating business names and ten boxes to be validated by way of a merchant hole punch,” she explained. The current campaign will run until January 25, 2012 when the Chamber will collect the hole punches and the draw box. Shoppers can fill and enter as many cards as they can. The draw will take place January 25, 2012 at the McBride and District Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting for one $150 and two $100 ‘Chamber Buck’ prizes. Ten McBride businesses signed up for the promotion: Odds N Ends, Stedman’s, IGA, AG Foods, The Farm Store, McBride Husky, Gigglin’ Grizzly, Whistlestop Gallery, McBride Trading Co., and the Robson Valley Home Hardware. “The merchants have paid $50 to be part of the campaign,” said Fry. “So the McBride Chamber collects $500, pays out $350 in prizes and the balance covers printing, promotion, distribution, punches, etc. If this campaign is well received, we can repeat it.” So come on out and shop in McBride and support your local merchants!

THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE

PuBliC notiCe riCK HanSen 25th anniVerSary relay Community medal Bearer & SeleCtion Committee The Village of McBride has been provided the opportunity to select a feature medal bearer for the Rick Hansen Anniversary Relay. The Relay will be coming through McBride on March 19, 2012.

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To have an opportunity or to nominate someone to have the honour of carrying the medal please let us know in 250 words or less the story of how this person has been a difference maker in the community and indicate why they should have the honour of carrying the medal. Applicants must be a minimum 13 years of age at time of application to apply. Information requested includes first and last name, mailing address, date of birth, phone number and email address and Medal Bearer Story. Medal bearer submissions are to be dropped off at the McBride Village Office at 100 Robson Centre prior to 4:30 pm, December 15, 2011. In addition the Village of McBride Spirit of BC committee is looking for two individuals to assist with the selection of the Community Medal Bearer. If you are interested in being part of the selection process please provide your name and contact information to the McBride Village Office at (250)569-2229 before 4:30 pm December 9, 2011. For further information you may contact the McBride Village Office at (250)569-2229.

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UPFRONT

Cougar tracks spotted in residential McBride spark concerns Birgit Stutz CONTRIBUTOR

“Cougar Tracks”

On Sunday, November 20 a cougar print in a residential area of McBride. For comparison, McBride Mayor Mike Frazier’s boot and a small print from a housecat are in the picture as well. Photo by Astrid Frazier

ver the past couple of weeks, several McBride residents have noticed cougar tracks within Village boundaries. Eliana Clements, Chief Administrative Officer for the Village of McBride, said the Village of McBride has contacted the conservation office in Prince George to let them know about the sightings. “The Village does not have the authority to deal with wildlife,” she said, adding that people are encouraged to report cougar sightings or sightings of cougar tracks to the conservation office in Prince George. McBride Mayor Mike Frazier, the McBride RCMP as well as a couple of McBride residents also contacted the conservation office in Prince George to make them aware of the cougar track sightings. “We are aware of reports that people have identified cougar tracks in their yards in residential areas in the Village of McBride,” confirmed Todd Hunter, conversation officer out of Prince George. “We have also received an unconfirmed report from a third party that a cougar was seen during

twilight hours in a semi-urban area. We have also received information of a deer killed by a cougar, but this report is unconfirmed as well. The RCMP has removed the deer to prevent the cougar from returning to the carcass.” Hunter said there are cougars in the valley, and they do from time to time make it into semi-urban areas. “When we do see them, it’s shocking and scary,” he said. “We understand people’s concerns. However, at this time, we are not attempting to trap the cougar. No abnormal, aggressive, threatening behaviour has been exhibited by the cougar at this time. He hasn’t been seen during daylight hours. Normal behaviour would be being solitary, elusive, and looking for natural prey, mostly deer, during twilight hours, dusk and dawn, when deer are most active.” Hunter said the conservation office’s response at this point is to monitor the issue. “It is a concern, and we are being vigilant. We’re working with the RCMP and the Village of McBride. We’re doing what is appropriate for the level of actions the cougar is exhibiting. People safety is paramount, but we have to look at the animal’s well-being as well. If a cougar exhibits abnormal, threatening, aggressive behaviour, we trap and destroy the animal. We don’t relocate them. We can’t risk that.” People are asked to report any sightings immediately by calling the conservation office in Prince George at 1-877-952-7277. Hunter said prevention is better than confrontation. “People should be most vigilant during twilight hours and in areas where there’s an abundance of deer. People are advised not to feed deer close to residential areas or where there’s potential conflict. Cougars follow deer. It’s easy prey. At this time, the deer seem to be what the cougar is interested in. Don’t let children play unattended. Keep them within eye and ear shot at all times. Watch domestic animals. Don’t leave livestock in wooded areas or where there’s an abundance of deer. During heavy snowfalls, deeper snowpack

The Valley Sentinel’s new format Andrea Scholz PUBLISHER

any of our readers have noticed something is a bit different about The Valley Sentinel but they just can’t put their fingers on it. As of the November 2, 2011 issue, The Valley Sentinel changed printers and went to a larger format. As publisher, I am very pleased with the new format as it means we are able to put more content in each issue. Every 16-page issue we publish has approximately 2.2 pages of extra content when comparing to out previous size. The extra two inches of height makes a huge difference when it comes to how much information we can convey to our readers. Our new printer uses ultraviolet ink, which STUDENT WAGE SUBSIDY AVAILABLE leaves no inky residue Provide a part-time job for full-time high school and and provides better post-secondary students during the school year. photographic printSchool Works, a new CBT pilot program provides an $8/hr ing making our images student wage subsidy to small businesses, non-profit and sharper than ever and First Nations organization and public bodies in the our ads stand out. Columbia Basin. We hope our readers School Works applications being accepted starting are enjoying the new December 1, 2011. format as much as we are. www.cbt.org/schoolworks • 1.877.489.2687 ext. 3584 • Join us:

or colder weather, cougars have been known to focus their attention on domestic animals.” Hunter said if people come across a cougar that is exhibiting aggressive, threatening behaviour, to yell at the cougar aggressively, make yourself look larger, and back away slowly, but to never turn your back on any wildlife and run. “To a cougar, that’s like a fleeing deer,” Hunter said. “A cougar’s natural instinct to that is to attack.” If you go into the backcountry, Hunter advises carrying a large stick or pepperspray, and if you have authority, packing a firearm. For more information on human-cougar interaction, visit http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/cos/info/ wildlife_human_interaction/docs/cougars.html.

THANK YOU I wish to thank The Valley Sentinel, The Rocky Mountain Goat, The Fitzhugh and Just Plain and Simple for all of the local government election coverage they have provided all of the candidates over the past several weeks. I once again thank the Valemount and Area Chamber of Commerce, Toastmasters Valemount and The Rocky Mountain Goat for arranging and hosting the all-candidates forum in Valemount. I wish to congratulate my fellow candidates that obtained their desired seats on Council, and extend my regrets to those that did not. I thank my nominators whole heartedly for believing in me, and for supporting and encouraging me to run for Council. Most importantly I wish to thank all electors that took such a strong interest in the local government elections this year, and for ensuring to get out and vote; and a sincere heartfelt thank you to all those who supported and voted for me. Sandy Salt

Proposed Glacier Discovery Walk Project An environmental assessment has been prepared for the proposal to construct the Brewster – Glacier Discovery Walk at Tangle Hill on Hwy 93 N, Jasper National Park (approximately 6.5 kilometres north of the Glacier Discovery Centre). Any persons wishing to review and comment on the assessment may do so. Copies can be viewed at: The Jasper National Park Administration Office (607 Connaught Drive), or by contacting the Office of the Superintendent at 780-852-6171, fax at 780-852-6229, or e-mail at jasper.superintendent@pc.gc.ca. The Jasper Municipal Library (303 Bonhomme St.) The Glacier Discovery Walk website at: www.glacierdiscoverywalk.ca/downloads.html

All comments should be provided in writing by December 16, 2011 to: Superintendent Jasper National Park Box 10, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0 Fax: 780-852-6229 / Email: jasper.superintendent@pc.gc.ca

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OPINION

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Forgotten Rivalries

his weekend I witness the combined Valemount and McBride Tyke Division hockey team hit the ice for their first game of the season. Happily they played together while proudly wearing McBride Grizzlies jerseys. Together they represented our Valley, uniting us in a common cause. Next tournament they will wear Valemount jerseys. Unaware of any past rivalries Valemount and McBride kids play together as a team. Circumstances created the need for both villages to join forces. The result is a lesson in cooperation that our youngest athletes will remember their entire lives. It also demonstrates the possibilities for our Valley when we choose to cooperate and join forces. I’ve heard on many occasions Valley residents referring to a lingering rivalry between McBride and Valemount. I was recently told of a time, long ago, when Valemount and McBride would literally battle each other, but I was also told in the same breath that those times are long behind us. In times of uncertainty it is only by uniting behind a common goal that true strength is discovered. Our communities are experiencing circumstances in which cooperation between our communities is of mutual benefit. It makes sense for the Valley to find common ground from which to unite. I don’t believe pointing out differences or dwelling on the past serves anyone. I think our youngest athletes show us we are capable of working together. Recently both the Villages of McBride and Valemount had the opportunity to review the progress made toward branding our Valley to the benefit of both communities. Rather than distinguishing our communities from each other with the Robson or Canoe valley monikers, the project offers the idea that both communities lie within the same “region” with Mount Robson being a commonality everyone can recognize and rally behind. With continuity and consistency the challenge of marketing our Valley in either direction becomes easier and with benefits for all. Gone are the days when it was us versus, well us really; after all if we are in this Valley together, then technically we’ve been fighting ourselves the entire time. In these uncertain times we cannot afford to be competing with each other for that which will make us all strong. Valemount, McBride, Dunster, Tete Jaune, Blue River, Crescent Spur and Dome Creek are all home because when one community has a victory, we all benefit. United, our Valley becomes a force to be reckoned with. I have a feeling future generations will look upon the legends of our past rivalries with amusement, while recognizing the benefit of working together.

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Achieving the impossible Dear Editor, On November 19 Valemount embraced the future. This election was about the economy and the kind of community we hope to become. I think we stand a good chance of making the impossible happen. We are going to diversify Valemount’s economy. We will work with government, industry and developers on projects that make sense, on projects that bring jobs and money. Projects that will increase our standard of living and lower our taxes. We will look at the experience of other communities who were in similar situations to us and evaluate the tools they used to be successful. Here’s the rub: Regardless of how we proceed, we will challenge the status quo. Everything we do that will make meaningful change is going to inconvenience someone. Change is always hard. Whether someone wants to change the stop signs, revitalize the downtown, or buy a new grader, there will always be detractors. When things change, someone is always inconvenienced. Compared to the kind of changes required to reenergize our economy, stop signs, a couple

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planters and a new grader are trifles. The only thing that is truly impossible is making everyone happy. I can’t speak for council, but for myself, I don’t plan to try it. Here is the thing. The election results prove we are ready to change, and ready to shoulder minor inconveniences for the greater good. I hope that you will turn out to council and town hall meetings to help decide what this greater good is. Mayor-Elect, Andru McCracken - Valemount B.C. PS: The new council is sworn in on December 6, 2011. They say it’s impossible to fill that room for a council meeting. Let’s make the impossible happen.

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OPINION

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n the spring of 1993 at a Chamber of Commerce meeting RCMP Corporal Dennis McDonald asked the chamber to foster Crimewatch. Approximately 38 people signed up and held meetings at Pepeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizzeria. Maria Berardi was very active in our Crimewatch group. We had four seasonal meetings a year, spring to fall. Patrols consisted of two people in a car, who reported to RCMP dispatch using a radio signed out earlier in the day for our contact with the RCMP constable on duty. In the Spring-Fall season we began around 10:30 p.m. and worked until 2 a.m. or sometimes as late as 4 a.m. The driver had a helper in his passenger seat who kept notes in his â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;black bookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and together filed and signed a report that was given to the RCMP the next day. In the winter months we began our drive around 10 a.m. ending between 2 or 3 a.m.. Before picking up the radio at the station, we checked the notes for surveillance around homes that occupants had left town for out-of-town visits or â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;suspectsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; that were wanted by police. When calling dispatch we identified ourselves with designated numbers given to us when we first signed up for duty. We received a car from Lois Boone, MLA and monies from Crimestoppers for insurance. However the standard drive car soon needed repairs

and was only used by those drivers who could operate a standard car. Thus, we requested monies from the Village of Valemount and Regional District of Fraserâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Fort George for a newer car. Then our enrollment began to drop as we initiated a $15 voucher to help pay for our gas for the nightly trips. The majority of us just returned the vouchers and continued our duty. Fern Simms was treasurer since September 2003 and Ina Ewart was secretary since 1999. In February 2004 we, through the RCMP, introduced the DARE program to grades 6 & 7. As Crimestoppers, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still hoping to see the DARE program return to grades 6 & 7. We also purchased pens with lights for our reporting and files. On February 27, 2005 we bought a radio, $600 plus battery, $70 for the charger plus taxes, for Crimewatch. In May 2006 Crimewatch gave Meals on Wheels $200 for trays. We also gave Theresa Smith a $500 bursary. Unfortunately on October 5, 2011 Crimewatch members voted to disband; thus we decided to distribute our funds. $283 was designated for the Valemount Food Bank, $283 for Meals on Wheels, and $3,309 for Valemount Crimestoppers. I thank all of the past members of Crimewatch and our sponsors throughout the years and hope, one day, we can initiate another group of concerned citizens for Crimewatch, maybe under the direction of our new mayor and council, and RCMP.

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Wonderful Children Dear Editor, Hello Valemount. I am a resident here in Valemount and on Wednesday I had to go out of town for medical appointments. This was the day of the big dump of snow. I came home late Thursday to a driveway that was all snowed in, a deck and both sets of steps impassable. I made a small path to get in but I have recently broke my wrist so am unable to manage a shovel. I had gone to bed and was asleep when my little dog woke me up letting me know that something was going on outside. I live alone so got up and peeked outside. There was a

large person out there swaying around and making a strange grinding sound. I turned on the outside light and there at nearly midnight was a local teenager with a shovel clearing my huge driveway. When I got up in the morning all the paths to my out buildings and my deck were shovelled. I just would like to say that we have wonderful children in the Robson Valley. Thank You from the bottom of my heart.

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Valemount will consider an application for a Development Variance Permit from Dennis Neuman for the premises described as 1950 Cranberry Place Valemount, being Lot 17 Plan 19779 District Lot 7354 Cariboo Land District at the Regular meeting on December 6, 2011 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at the Village OďŹ&#x192;ce at 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount. The purpose of the Development Variance Permit is to: 1. 2. 3.

Allow an Accessory Building (Existing Garage) larger than 50% of the principle residence on the property Allow a second Accessory Building (New Shed) on side of property in front of principle building Allow an Accessory Building (Existing Garage) in front of principle building

A copy of the proposed permit may be inspected at the Village OďŹ&#x192;ce at the above address during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, from this date up until December 5, 2011. Tom Dall Chief Administrative OďŹ&#x192;cer

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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

“THE GLACIAL LENS” On display until January 30, 2011 McBride Museum/Library Building 241 Dominion St. Opening reception and Artist’s Tour Friday, December 2 at 7 p.m. Local photographer, Matthew Wheeler displays his unique photography taken through a lens crafted from ice. MOVIE NIGHT AND LATE NIGHT SHOPPING BABY SITTING SERVICE Friday, December 2, 2011 Valemount Community Theatre - VSS Baby Sitting - 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. - $10 per child or $25 for 3 or more in the same family. $5 for dinner and a movie (No babysitting) 6 p.m - The Polar Express (Part of the babysitting package) 8 p.m. - Super 8 (Not part of the babysitting package) FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AND LATE NIGHT SHOPPING Friday, December 2, 2011 Starting at 6:00 p.m. with the Santa Claus Parade the McBride and District Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Late Night Shopping. If you are at the starting point, Robson Centre, before 6:00 p.m. you might get to help bring Santa into town. Call 250-569-3366 to let him know you are coming. Also enjoy free hot chocolate at the Elks. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AT E-FREE CHURCH Saturday, December 3 , 2011 - 7 p.m. Support the Hospital Auxiliary and attend! BEGINNERS QUILTERS FREE WORKSHOP Saturday and Sunday, December 3 -4, 2011 Golden Years Lodge - Seniors Hall - 9 a.m - 4 p.m. Learn to sew or quilt from long time quilters. Contact: Betty (250) 566 4524

SIYABONGA FUNDRAISER Sunday, December 4, 2011 12:30 p.m. At the E- Free Church, McBride Cabin Fever already? Make a difference this season for others not so fortunate! You’ve gotta eat anyway! Come Fellowship and Eat for a worthy cause. By Donation. Enjoy a wide selection of hot soups with fresh bread and bananas. There’ll be some pictures & African background music. [ Uganda is the banana capital of Africa. ] Shop for unique African crafts, along with baking. And finish off with a great dessert assortment. For more information: 250-569-2561

Sunday, December 11, 2011 - 5:30 p.m. Tete Jaune Community Hall Bring a side dish and/or dessert Annual Membership due - $10 per Family Silent Auction Fundraiser - Please bring an unwrapped gift. - Everyone Welcome!

LADIES CHRISTMAS TEA Thursday, December 8, 2011 At the E- Free Church, McBride Enjoy music, song and scripture. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., refreshments served at 6:30 p.m., program to follow. Everyone is welcome.

GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC PARISH, VALEMOUNT- Christmas Mass Schedule December 24, 2011- Carol Singing-8:30 p.m. Mass- 9:00 p.m. , December 25, 2011- Mass 8:30 a.m., New Years Day - Mass -12 noon., THE BLESSED SACRAMENT- 9 p.m. to midnight New Years Eve On 3rd Avenue & Elm Street, Valemount. BLUE RIVER- Dec. 25th mass at noon

MOVIE NIGHT Friday, December 9, 2011 McBride Secondary School 4:30 p.m. - REAL STEEL - Hugh Jackman 7:00 p.m. - 80 MINUTES or LESS Admission $5.00 MCBRIDE AVALANCHE AWARENESS DAY Saturday, December 10, 2011 Lucille Mountain Events 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Beacon Check - Trailhead, Exercises at Safety Cabin Gigglin’ Grizzly - 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Booths and tables CHRISTMAS POTLUCK SUPPER Saturday, December 10, 2011 - 6 p.m. Golden Years Lodge Hosted by the Valemount Senior Citizens Club. Turkey and Potatoes supplied by the club. Gift exchange (Maximum $10) All Seniors Welcome! TETE JAUNE COMMUNITY CLUB ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY

Matthew Wheeler: The Glacial Lens Organized & circulated by Two Rivers Gallery

Valley Museum & Archives 241 Dominion Street, McBride December 2 · 2011 to January 30 · 2012

Opening Reception & Artist’s Tour

Friday · December 2 · 7PM Photography Workshop with Matthew Wheeler:

Breaking the Rules –Letting Chance Happen Saturday, December 3, 1–4PM Pre-registration required 250-569-2503

Matthew Wheeler, Wild Rose III, 2006. Ice lens photograph digitally printed on paper.

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ANGEL TREE By December 14, 2011 Pick an angel tag, buy a gift, drop it off at the library by December 14, 2011 unwrapped. The Valemount Food Bank will wrap and distribute the gifts for the children with the food hampers.

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History

Celebrating Thirty Years of Valemount Historic Society Jeannette Lorenz Submitted To The Valley Sentinel

his month, to be exact December 4, 2011, the Valemount Historic Society celebrates its 30th anniversary of incorporation. This is a good reason to acknowledge and celebrate the people who made and make the Valemount Museum & Archives possible. Thirty or so years ago Aleda Bain, Jean Osadchuk, Leonard Frazer, Ishbel Cochrane, Louise McLean, Joan Nordli, Ellice Blackman and Frank Blackman, decided to put Valemount’s history together for generations to come. They went on the quest of collecting stories, researching places, peoples’ histories, and searching for photographic and written materials for this idea. As one of this founder group Jean Osadchuk, told me, some of them were good writers and some, like her, knew the people, the stories and the places. Jean was born and lives on a farm just outside of Vale“Today’s Board of Directors” mount and has never Above: Linda Hedberg (president), Rita Tchir, Betty Hannis (vice president), Rhoda Tamboline and moved from Valemount. Joan Nordli (secretary). Photo Submitted The outcome of this tedious work became of artifacts and archival material, THE reference book, the • volunteered all these years, making the annual Canada Day celebrabook that historians and tions, the Flower Show & Garden Tour, the Art Shows, and Heritage Tours “The First Board of Directors” interested people still & Hikes possible with donating their skills and time whenever needed, Above: The original Valemount Historic Society board, Frank refer to when they need • fundraised, baked treats for the museum’s events, barbecued at Canada Day Blackman, Ishbel Cochrane, Louise McLean, Joan Nordli, Elinformation of anything I could go on and on. lice Blackman, Leonard Frazer and (sitting) Aleda Bain, Jean between Albreda to the Again, and again we are told by the visitors what a great little museum this is. Osadchuk. Photo submitted (taken approx. 1984/1985) south, Tête Jaune Cache The major reason is the and Croydon to the enthusiasm and support VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT north-west, and Lucerne on the British Columbia/Alberta border to the east. of the Board of Directors The book is called The Yellowhead Pass and its People. It was first printed in and our predecessors NOTiCe Of iNaugural 1984 and received in 1985. the administrators and COuNCil MeeTiNg What an accomplishment, what a festive situation it must have been when they managers. I always say received the first copies, held them in their hands, browsed through the book. that “we are just raking I can just imagine the ooohs and aaahs and the “Do you remembers…”. in what they have done” Please Take Notice that an Inaugural (first) meeting of Did the Valemount Historic Society come first and then the book idea? Did it as we, Paul Johnson the newly elect Council of the Village of Valemount shall happen the other way around? Joan Nordli told me that the society was found- (manager) and I, Jeanbe held on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 7:00pm at the ed because its members wanted to preserve buildings in Valemount, as many nette Lorenz (adminisVillage Office Council Chambers. were torn down or burned at that time and history would be lost forever. trator) have just started The members of the first decade of the Valemount Historic Society didn’t this year. Members of Council shall be sworn in to their offices stop at writing the book, when the opportunity came in 1987 to purchase the of Mayor and Councillor at that time. As well, the new disbanded railway staCouncil will conduct its Inaugural business meeting intion they embraced it. cluding appointment of Committees, Auditor and other They bought the station agency appointments. for $1.00, the cheque which CN never cashed This will be the final meeting of Council for 2011. Regular , moved it to its present Council meetings will resume January 10, 2012. location where it was Tom Dall transformed into the Chief Administrative Officer Museum. The next big addition was the purchase of the caboose – again for Let’s make one thing perfectly clear... $1.00 – located just outside of the museum on its own tracks. The museum’s archives were started by ROBSON VALLEY WATER TREATMENT Shirley Klettl and Ishbel Your new water treatment specialist! Cochrane, and added onto over the years. 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COMMUNITY

Community rallies for a family in need Daniel Betts Editor

he support our community shows for those in need is unprecedented. On Thursday, November 24 at the Valemount Legion Hall, many members of the community gathered to enjoy a good meal, bid on a silent auction and send their best regards and hopes to Paul Johnson and his family. Earlier this year, Johnson, a well-respected member of the community, photographer and one of the managers at the Valemount Museum was surprisingly diagnosed with leukemia. He has spent much of his time since learning of his condition in the Lower Mainland undergoing treatments. He will remain away from home for at least another four months. Back at home in Valemount, his friends, family and neighbours organized and attended a fundraising dinner on his behalf, where an astounding $10,000 was raised. Local residents Pete Pearson and Ellen Duncan hosted and organized the event, which featured a meal of beef on a bun, with salad and dessert. Many and various items were on display for the silent auction, which included jewellery, helicopter rides, items of clothing, tools, gift certificates at local hotels and even farm produce. “It was absolutely totally a fantastic event,” said Grace Craig who assisted at the fundraising dinner. “I have lived in this community since 1954 and I have never seen such an outpouring of support.” Craig found the event was filled with positive energy. “I’m overwhelmed by what our community did,” said Pearson, who has been managing the donations. He said approximately 120 people came to the event

and all the money raised was from the participants through the dinner, silent auction and head shaving. Pearson said some residents who were unable to stay for dinner still purchased meals or made donations. The highlight of the evening was the head shaving. Four residents bravely came forward to have their head’s shaved in solidarity. Pete Pearson raised $460, Jim Stewart raised $550 and Adrian VanderZwan raised $646 in just four days. Surprisingly at the last minute, local resident Mandy McMinn volunteered to have her head shaved and in just two minutes raised $310 from the generous participants. Johnson expressed his gratitude from Vancouver on Facebook. “Laura and I are overwhelmed at the outpouring of support at last nights event. Thank you does not begin to express how grateful we feel to live in a community that cares so much. Many thanks to everyone who put in many hours of hard work to make this happen and also many thanks to everyone who donated food or auction items,” said Johnson from his Facebook wall and with his permission to print in The Valley Sentinel. Pearson said the fund is still ongoing; the account will be open until the end of December for anyone who wants to make late donations residents can go to the CIBC in Valemount and deposit directly to the Paul Johnson Fund. A card is also available to sign.

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“A generous community!”

Above: On Thursday, November 24 at the Valemount Legion Hall, the community gathered to enjoy a good meal, bid on a silent auction and witness four residents shave their heads during a fundraising dinner held for Valley resident, Paul Johnson who was diagnosed with cancer this year. Upper Right: Grace Michaud and Hollie Blanchette serve beef on a bun during the dinner. Photos by Andrea Scholz

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Come and join us for our Official Open House on Friday, Come and join us for our Official Open House on Friday, December 2. Meet our staff, enjoy some refreshments and December 2. Meet our staff, enjoy some refreshments and get a tour of our new facility. We will be open all day and get a tour of our new facility. We will be open all day and during Late Night Shopping. Hope to see you then! during Late Night Shopping. Hope to see you then! Valemount Valemount Learning Learning Centre Centre

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BUSINESS WATCH Something new at the Caribou Grill Daniel Betts EDITOR

isitors or residents looking for late evening entertainment in downtown Valemount will be pleased to learn of a new option. On December 2, when the Caribou Grill opens to begin the winter season, they will be offering patrons a light menu, a casual atmosphere and big screen sports in a lounge-style setting after 10 p.m. “We’ll have our regular menu till 10,” said Patricia Thoni, manager of the Caribou Grill. The lighter smaller menu will be introduced for patrons not interested in a late meal but a snack while enjoying a game or even a snowmobile or heli-skiing movie. “It’s nice for people to know there is a late place where they can get something to eat,” said Thoni. She noted that in years past patrons have inquired about access to sports events, like the Stanley Cup, and wanting to meet those demands, they made the decision to install a big screen TV. Regular patrons concerned about the appearance of a big screen TV while enjoying their dinner need not worry, as the TV cannot be seen from the primary dining area. If requested, movies or sports events may be available as soon as 9 p.m. for patrons looking to socialize in a casual setting and enjoy a delicious light snack. Concerned about drinking and driving, the Caribou Grill is also offering free non-alcoholic drinks for designated drivers and will drive patrons home who have had too much to drink. With winter weather settling into the Valley and the coming of sledders and heli-skiers looking for adventure in the high alpine, having a late night option for both locals and visitors is sure to find its appeal.

“Game On!”

Above: Rudi and Patricia Thoni on Wednesday November 23 sitting beneath the big screen at the Caribou Grill. Starting December 2, the Caribou Grill will be offering patrons after 10 p.m. a light menu and a place to socialize while enjoying sports events in a casual lounge-like setting. Also there will be free non-alcoholic drinks for designated drivers and the offer of a ride home if necessary. Photo by Andrea Scholz

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT Valemount Council Briefs Daniel Betts EDITOR

he regularly scheduled council meeting for the Village of Valemount was held on November 22, 2011. Deputy Mayor Cynthia Piper, Councillors Bobbi Roe, Murray Capstick, Rita Tchir and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)/Corporate Officer (CO) Tom Dall were all in attendance. Mayor Bob Smith was absent. Correspondence for Action Re: Signage on 5th Avenue for businesses on Commercial Drive CAO Tom Dall noted the receipt of a request to place signs on 5th Avenue to direct traffic to businesses along Commercial Drive. He noted a possible problem with sign visibility and would refer the issue to next council. Re: ICS CivicSpatial Grant Program Councillor Bobbi Roe thanked those responsible for applying for a grant the Village of Valemount received in the amount of $5,000 that will be used to improve the accuracy of village mapping. Administrative Reports CAO Re: Corporate Officer Position Council was advised on the selection of the Corporate Officer Position, which has been vacant for the past few months. Council was involved with the selection process. There were four candidates. The successful candidate was Anne Yanciw who is currently working for the City of Calgary. She will be starting her new duties as Corporate Officer on January 3, 2012.

Financial Reports Director of Finance (DOF): Re: Sewer Lift Station Enhancement Project Council received for information only a report from DOF Lori McNee an update on the Sewer Lift Station Enhancement Project, which involved installation of a SCADA system at the public works building. This SCADA system sends signals and information to Public Works when there are problems with the lift stations. The project was completed August 2011 and final paperwork submitted, with final payment being received from the government this month. The project was $355 over budget.

Economic Development Officer (EDO) Reports EDO Re: Tourism Committee Maps Council considered, motioned and passed a recommendation by the Tourism Committee to enter into an agreement with The Valley Sentinel regarding the printing of the Valemount and Area Trails map and a Village of Valemount tear-away map, for a total amount of $6,395 plus $767.40 HST. EDO Re: Community Recreation Program – Big Foot Trail Council considered, motioned and passed a recommendation of the Tourism Committee and have prepared applications to be submitted to CBT and to the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development by December 28, 2011. EDO Re: Highway Winter Theme Billboards Council considered, motioned and passed a recommendation of the Tourism Committee and have staff order the billboards for the total amount of $7,100 plus HST ($3,550 each) and have the billboards installed by Public Works staff. Bylaws/Policies Re: Village of Valemount Traffic Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 678.2011 Reconsideration and Adoption. Council re-considered Traffic Regulation Bylaw Amendment No. 678.2011, which reduces the speed limit in the village from 50 km per hour to 40 km per hour. Council decided to defer the decision to the new mayor and council. Council Reports Councillor Cynthia Piper took the opportunity to thank village staff, CAO Tom Dall, DFO Lori McNee, EDO Silvio Gislimberti, Public Works and the front office staff for all their help and hard working during current mayor and council’s term of service. She wished all the best to the next mayor and council and offered a special thank you to John Grogan for his attendance at Village Council meetings and his valuable input.

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ACTIVITIES HOROSCOPE FOR THE WEEK BY MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) Sometimes it is harder to see the forest for the trees or the reverse. This may be one of them leading you to achieve more tangible answers. Beyond information you want a plan of action and the tools to make it so. Yet, the plan may require a larger vision, which, in turn, requires bigger commitments. An outline of the next 3 years or 5 might suffice. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) You are poised to expand somehow. Unless you are pregnant, an increased waist size is probably not your goal. In fact, the answer may be to downsize, consolidate and/or restructure. Some inspiration woven with practicality to design a more efficient flow is on your mind. Above all, it is habitual thoughts, perceptions and behaviour patterns that may be in the way. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Some noticeable changes on relationship fronts are rolling in. Digging deep to access reserves of faith is implied. Opening yourself to new considerations regarding love, fun, play and romance will help. To co-create a brighter future may require that you initiate new connections. Reach out to new networks and clubs, especially those you can enjoy in-person. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Healing rifts, divisions, contradictions and fragmentations is the call now. Tending to these within more than with others, at least initially, is ideal. Choose to be your own best friend, consciously forgive yourself if you feel guilty or ashamed. Meditate more and do what you say and say what you do. These are some examples of how to do it. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) To achieve your creative goals your current challenge is to steady your focus. This is not the same as dig in your heels. Get clear on your objectives. Acknowledge fears, request feedback from others, think twice and cut once, yet follow through. The time has come to expand your position in the world. Calculated risks and investments are in order. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Shifts and changes close to home are part of a new norm. There is reason to believe that these are very good changes. A creative cycle is implied. This may include a review & consolidation of past efforts, successes and/or completions of projects and activities that have been on the shelf. Be willing to put in the time to advance to the next level.

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Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) You are beginning to grow new wings. As eager as you may be to try them out, you may feel uncertain about how to fly. Yet, you feel determined and are committed. Creating a new kind of beauty, comfort and/or functionality close to home is featured. As ever clearing within to experience a smother flow without is the call, slowly but surely. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Life often includes changing fortunes and this theme is active now. To shift to the positive end of this you may have to address some crystallized attitudes, beliefs, perceptions and selfconcepts. Being open to learning new creative skills may be just a shift of your focus, or two, away. Be willing to let go of the old, even if gradually. Take new leads; try new angles.

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The Valley Sentinel Wednesday November 30, 2011 • 15

McBride Council Briefs Birgit Stutz contributor

he regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held November 22 with Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillor Rick Thompson, Councillor Irene Rejman, Councillor Mike Moseley, Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements, Deputy Administrator/Treasurer Danielle Smith and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine in attendance. Councillor Loranne Martin was absent. The meeting was the final Council meeting before the new council will be sworn in. Mayor Frazier said he would like to thank both Councillor Mosley and Councillor Martin for their service to the community. Councillor Moseley served for four and a half years and Councillor Martin served three years.

Support letter to Fraser River Boating Association Delegate Glen Hooker, Vice President of the Fraser River Boating Association, informed Council that the application from the Fraser River Boating Association for a grant through the McBride Community Foundation was denied due to an incomplete application and that the Fraser River Boating Association is looking at other funding opportunities. Council carried a motion that the Village of McBride supports the Fraser River Boating Association’s project in regards to their application to the provincial program for the boat launch. McBride Emergency Plan Delegate Gord Simmons of Simmons Enterprises presented Council with the final draft of the Village of McBride Emergency Plan 2011. Simmons was hired by the Village of McBride to revisit and upgrade the emergency plan. The funding for this project came from a Joint Emergency Preparedness grant that the Village applied for. Simmons reported that it had taken six to eight months to get the draft done, which has been reviewed by a local committee consisting of police, fire, ambulance, search and rescue, as well as members of the public. Simmons explained that the plan consists of two parts, the first part being the legal section and the second part being on the actual emergency operating centre, which is located upstairs in the community hall, and how it is set up. “There is also a contact list included which gets updated every six months as well as a bunch of forms,” he said. Simmons explained that all communities, whether they are big cities or small municipalities, follow the same guidelines, but that he made some adjustments to the plan which are McBride specific. Simmons suggested that Council needs to look at how to notify people in case of an emergency as well as looking at an evacuation process. “If something happens here that is considered an emergency, chances are that the problem affects people both inside the municipality and in Area H,” added Mayor Frazier. “So we would most likely be working together with the Regional District representative and the staff at the Prince George regional office. Our plans should be closely aligned to handle problems in the valley. As well, the Regional District and municipality share services like the fire department, the hall and the arenas, for example, so partnering on use of facilities and staffing is a must for all of us.” Council has slated January 2012 to approve the emergency plan. Support for North Central Interior Web Portal project CAO Clements informed Council in a written report that recently the Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDI) brought forward a project proposal to numerous north central interior communities outlining a partnering opportunity for a regional investment attraction website portal. The purpose of the project would be to create a regionwide website to ‘establish a powerful one window portal for investment attraction to BC’s central interior region’.

“This website provides an opportunity to connect investors with communities and companies that are developing and expanding,” said CAO Clements in her report. “In 2011, communities across northwest British Columbia took advantage of the funding available and partnered with NDI and developed a regionwide investment portal and created www.investnorthwestbc. ca.” “A team effort!” CAO Clements said that the Above: On Saturday, November 26, from left to right, Irene Rejman, Dennis Rejman, project would require the Village’s EDO to work together with Mayor Mike Frazier and Astrid Frazier, gathered at the McBride Village Yard to build NDI and EDO’s from other com- Christmas baskets, bows and wreaths to be placed around the village. The Valley SentiPhoto by Andrea Scholz munities to provide the informa- nel’s publisher, Andrea Scholz assisted also. tion to showcase major projects display and tourist attraction. Council carried a and investment opportunities in their communities. “NDI will co-ordinate the ac- motion that the Village of McBride provides funds counting and facilitate the community collabora- up to $1,500 for renovation of the baggage room at the CN train station in order to allow the project to tion,” said CAO Clements. The total cost of the project is projected to be move ahead. $105,650, with project funding proposed from community partners, private sector and public Festival of Lights The McBride and District Chamber of Commerce sector partners. The Village of McBride’s monetary asked for Council’s support of this year’s Festival of contribution to the project would be $3,500. “NDI has confirmed that the economic develop- Lights and Santa Claus Parade on Friday, December 2. “We would welcome your participation in the pament community collaboration funding that is available for each community to apply for annually may rade to escort Santa down Main Street and appreciate your community spirit,” wrote Dannielle Alan be used for this project,” explained CAO Clements. “Therefore, if interested, we would apply for the on behalf of the McBride and District Chamber of NDI funding of $5,000 and commit $3,500 to go to- Commerce in a letter submitted to Council. Council agreed to support the Festival of Lights. wards this project. This initiative is an opportunity to provide key economic benefits for our community to ensure that investors have direct access to Eco-Sensitive Solution to Wastewater Treatment project CAO Clements informed Council that the lagoon information about our communities and local inproject is shutdown for the winter season. vestment opportunities.” CAO Clements made two recommendations to Council: First, that the Village of McBride commits Village Loop Trail project EDO Graine presented three separate proposals $3,500 to the regionally focused investment attraction web portal for the north central interior for the on the Village Loop Trail project for Council to con2012 project proposed by the NDI. And second, that sider: sidewalks along both First Avenue and Coa letter be sent to the Minister of Jobs, Tourism and lumbia Street; sidewalks only along First Avenue; Innovation in support of the NDI funding applica- or sidewalks only along Columbia Street. Council chose proposal 1 (village loop walking tion for the North Central Interior Web Portal project. Council carried a motion that the Village of Mc- trail with sidewalks along First Avenue and ColumBride commits $3,500 to the regionally focused in- bia Street) and carried a motion that the Village of vestment attraction web portal for the north cen- McBride applies for the 80/20 Community Recretral interior for the 2012 project proposed by NDI. ation Project Grant for the Village Loop Trail phase Council also carried a motion that a letter be sent 1 project and that funds be committed for the projto the Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation ect. Total cost estimate for the project is $158,765 in support of the NDI funding application for the with grant funding at 80 percent in the amount of $127,000 and McBride’s contribution at 20 percent North Central Interior Web Portal project. for $31,765. Support for McBride Model Railroad Society’s Men’s Health Coalition model train display EDO Graine informed council that Northern Councillor Thompson, on behalf of the newly formed McBride Model Railroad Society, asked Health’s Men’s Health program is providing up to Council for initial rent-free access to the baggage 15 seed grants in the amount of $1,000 to comroom at the McBride train station that would allow munities across the region to build a Men’s Health the society to establish a model train display and Coalition. The grants are offered to community partners that wish to address men’s health at the tourist attraction. “As the society grows, it is the intention to assist local level to develop Men’s Health Groups that will feed into a larger, region-wide Men’s Health Coaliwith rent and utilities,” said Thompson. “Funds will be raised through membership fees, tion. The money should be used to leverage new or and the founding directors have also talked about existing partnerships at the local level with comsetting up a system where there is a box that if you munity based organizations, businesses, industry put in a toonie, the power comes on and you can partners, service clubs, etc. The primary applicant for the seed grant must be a not-for-profit organiwatch the trains run.” To date, the society has been successful in getting a zation in the Northern Health region. The applica$750 grant from the McBride Community Forest Cor- tion deadline is December 31, 2011 and all funds poration to assist with start up costs and has made must be dispersed by February 15, 2012. Council an application to the Fraser-Fort George Regional suggested that the McBride and District Hospital District for a grant-in-aid to further assist with start- should be approached with this. up costs. Councillor Thompson has been assisting the society, which consists of a group of long-term Meeting dates changed and cancelled Council carried a motion that the regular Council McBride residents and model train enthusiasts, with submitting the necessary society and incorporation meeting of December 13 be rescheduled to Monday, December 12. papers and getting some start-up funds. Council carried a motion that the regular Council Council gave approval for the McBride Model Railroad Society to have use of the baggage room meeting of December 27 be cancelled because it is at the CN train station to establish a model train during the Christmas break.

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