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ROMANCING THE ROBSON
VALLEY FIGHTER- Page 2
CROSS-CANADA - Page 9
“That’s nothing, I had to work twenty-two hours a day at the mill!” Harold Edwards, Jody Newham, Anne Marie Scott and Bob Thompson performing at “Romancing the Robson - a Cabaret about love.” In this clever skit “oldtimers” express to each other how tough things were back in the day when their large families were forced to live in beaver dams, eat raw fish (or worse) and had to swim long distances to get to work at the saw mill to work twenty-two hour shifts. Photo by Daniel Betts
BIG WINNER! - Page 11
Daniel Betts Editor
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BUSINESS WATCH - Page 12 Weather WEDNESDAY High: 3°C Low: -5°C Details pg 18
he Robson Valley Theatre Collective’s production of “Romancing the Robson” played to packed houses in both McBride and Valemount last week. This cleverly humorous “cabaret” had the crowd laughing out loud and tapping their feet to great music during skits and monologues centred on the theme of love. Playwrite and actor, Sharon Stearns did a masterful job of writing, directing and performing. The ensemble cast of Harold Edwards, Bob Thompson, Bridget Uhl, Jody Newham, Anne Marie Scott, Monica Zieper, Shara Gustafson & Seth Macdonald all delivered wonderful performances and appeared to be having as much fun on stage as the audience had enjoy-
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ing their antics. “The Band”, made up of local talented musicians, Seth MacDonald, Sue Stearns, Robert Matchett, Liam Randall, Shara Gustafson and Sharon Stearns created a memorable acoustic experience. The Robson Valley Theatre Collective has been working together for a while now giving us some great entertainment. In 2008 they presented “Valley Comfort” which was about a group of amateur theatre lovers who write a play about “their valley” and hire a professional director from the “big city” to help them put the play on. It is easy to see from their latest performance that this group loves the Robson Valley and that they very much enjoy working together to bring us thoughtful entertainment, which is filled with local content and humour. We look forward to future productions by these very talented artists.
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UPFRONT
Fire Devastates Valley Resident’s Home Daniel Betts editor
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t around 11:30 a.m. on Saturday March 5th neighbours heard a loud“bang” from Unit #10 in Hartman Trailer Court, located on 101 Elm Street and were alarmed to see smoke pouring out of the trailer. Residents immediately called 911 and the RCMP and the Fire Department responded quickly and blocked off the trailer court for a couple of hours while they contained the fire. The homeowner, Arthur Jesswein was not home and had been away for over thirty minutes prior to the start of the fire. An initial investigation of the blaze by the Valemount RCMP suggests a junction box for an electrical outlet may have been the source of the fire however the investigation is continuing and a final determination has not been reach. Thankfully, there were no injures associated with this fire. Jesswein however is devastated by the damage to his home and belongings; he is currently residing in a local hotel but has been in contact with local landlords to arrange for a new place to live. Fire Fighters attending a blaze at #10 101 Elm Street Trailer Court on March 5th. Photo by Andrea Scholz
Local Fighter Headed For “Battlefield” Daniel Betts Editor
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n Saturday March 26th, our Valley will be represented at the “Battlefield Fight League 7: Invasion” at Frank Crane Arena in Nanaimo B.C. which is being billed as “the biggest fight card in BC History,” outside of the UFC. Valemount’s own Jose Cornejo, member of Valemount Mixed Martial Arts Club, has been fighting and training since he was eleven years old and is confident of his chances. “This guy is pretty much a striker like myself and we know his game plan,” Cornejo said of his opponent Matt Baker, nicknamed “The Riotmaker”, from Vancouver B.C. “I train everyday, two sessions a day,” Cornejo says of his rigorous training regiment. “We do lots of cardio and strength training,” says Colton Myggland, a club member who has been helping Cornejo. “We are doing some real specialized training for this fight,” says Erick Myggland the club’s organizer, “He, [Matt Baker] is about to face a professional Mixed Martial Arts Fighter. We are going to make him [Matt Baker] stand up and experience some unorthodox striking that he has never seen before.” Cornejo is a black belt in Karate, a brown belt in Judo and has over 50 Muay Thai fights and 9 Mixed Martial Arts Fights under his belt. “We are going to bring some real traditional Muay Thai to this fight and really punish him [Matt Baker]. I’m quite sure that Jo will shine in this fight,” says Erik Myggland. Cornejo is hoping this fight, which will have worldwide television coverage, will bring more sponsors, deals and get his name and the club’s name out there. In July, the Valemount Mixed Martial Arts Cub will be hosting an event where they expect to have lined up eight to nine fights, which should be an exciting and unique event for the Valley. Battlefield Fight League 7: Invasion, which includes Cornejo’s fight can be viewed on pay-perview on March 26th at 7 p.m.
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UPFRONT
Mountain Mania successful despite police presence Joshua Estabrooks Editor
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t may have had a rocky start, but SnowandMud. com’s fourth annual Mountain Mania event was an incredible success for both the riders and the Village of Valemount. Organizer, Curtis Uffelman, said that he saw first hand the effect the police presence had on the initial impression of the 200 or so sledders that descended on the Valley last weekend, but he also saw the enjoyment most of the riders had after they got over the fact that the police were conducting check stops throughout the Robson Valley. “We were absolutely thrilled with the effort and the welcoming that the Village of Valemount gave us. The Mayor came out to our banquet and he had some really nice things to say, and we all appreciated that.” The event began with a meet and greet on Friday night, where most of the attendees gathered to get to know the other riders, and plan which areas they were going to explore on Saturday. Valemount RCMP Corporal, Trevor Prosser, also attended the meet and greet, to answer questions and explain just what the goals of the check stops were. “I talked to half a dozen guys who had received fines or had their trailers impounded,” said Uffelman. “What I heard was that it seemed the police were out there on a mission to give tickets not to warn guys about things they may not know about. That’s why we invited them to our meet and greet.” Uffelman did say that a lot of the fines that were handed out seemed to be warranted, but some of them were a little nit picky. “If there were complete failures on some of the equipment then that definitely warranted a ticket, but there were other fines handed out that seemed a bit targeted.” Agreeing that there should be a resource for Al-
bertans that clearly illustrates the differences in some of the laws between the two provinces, Uffelman said that SnowandMud was definitely on board with the idea. “We’d love to be a partner in helping to create a list of things that we need to be aware of when entering BC. We would even go a step further and get that information out to the snowmobile dealerships and repair shops.” When all was said and done, Uffelman said that the event was indeed a great success, and he said
“We were absolutely thrilled with the effort and the welcoming that the Village of Valemount gave us. The Mayor came out to our banquet and he had some really nice things to say, and we all appreciated that.” - Curtis Uffelman
that a number of the sledders who came had never been to Valemount before. “The Village was incredibly hospitable, the Best Western was very welcoming, and everyone in town treated us really well.” Uffelman added that VARDA GM, Curtis Pawliuk, was and is one of the greatest ambassadors of the sport he has ever met. “I can’t brag him up enough. He went above and beyond in every way possible and made this event easy for us to put on. He arranged shuttle services for our events. He is an incredible asset to your community and to the sport in general.” And the praises didn’t stop there, as Uffelman said that every aspect of the weekend was perfect. “The Lion’s made an incredible meal, and everyone in-
volved did an a first class job. Everything went off without any complications, and we were very impressed with the level of care and the professionalism all the individuals and groups involved demonstrated.” For VARDA GM, Curtis Pawliuk, he said that the final numbers show that Mountain Mania brought approximately 185 people to Valemount on a weekend that would typically have had little users due to it immediately following the Alberta Family Day weekend. “The benefits to the community were incredible, not only did the event showcase what we have to offer to approx 30% (of total ticket sales) first time visitors to the Valemount area, but financially, a conservative estimate shows that the event brought in close to $90,000 to the local community using average figures. The location of the event was perfect and such a great facility, and it really could not have gone over any smoother. The Lions, VARDA Volunteers, and all other Donors and participants really need a big thank you for making this event a huge success and most of all, we need to thank SnowandMud.com for bringing the event to our community.” Mayor Bob Smith said that he was also very impressed with the event overall, and offered his appreciation to SnowandMud for bringing so many important tourists to the area. “I gave out my e-mail address at the banquet and so far I have received seven personal messages. They were all very very positive overall except for the issue with the police. They loved the facilities, the mountains and the people.” With respect to the police issues, Smith said that he would be compiling the comments and setting up a meeting with the police. “If I feel I am not getting very far with them I am prepared to go beyond.”
Changes at The Valley Sentinel office
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hanges are not always easy but when opportunity knocks they are unavoidable. Joshua Estabrooks, who has been with the Valley Sentinel since April of 2004 has accepted a new and exciting opportunity at another B.C. Newspaper and is stepping down as Editor of The Valley Sentinel.
Emily Van der Sande, Business Manager for The Valley Sentinel, has also chosen to pursue exciting new opportunities. Emily has been with The Valley Sentinel since 2008 and while she will miss the Robson Valley she is looking forward to a new challenge.
Joshua is very excited about this challenging career move to a larger publication but don’t be surprised if you see Joshua around from time to time; having made so many friends in the Valley he plans frequent visits, you may even see occasional articles from him in The Valley Sentinel.
Andrea Scholz has enthusiastically assumed the role of Publisher of The Valley Sentinel; as a skilled graphic designer and successful business owner, she will continue to drive the artistic direction of The Valley Sentinel as well as take charge of the business side of running the newspaper.
Taking Joshua’s place, Daniel Betts has stepped into the role of Editor to continue the tradition and legacy The Valley Sentinel has established. Daniel feels very well prepared for the role and is looking forward to this new and challenging experience while vowing to continue the tradition of timely news and events coverage and thought provoking editorials.
The Valley Sentinel will not be the same without Joshua and Emily but the long establish tradition of your community newspaper will continue. Sales Manager, Sharon McColm and Office Assistant, Deanna Mickelow will continue to in their roles, and expect to continue to see articles from our regular contributors. Good Luck Joshua and Emily!
“What’s my fortune?” Above: Bob Thompson finds out he “will meet a tall dark handsome stranger,” before being invited to drink a love potion at “Romancing the Robson - A Cabaret about Love.”
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OPINION
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Change is good for everyone
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o the Valley has been buzzing lately with talk about just what’s going on in the Sentinel office. First the new staff, then the tweaks to the design and layout, and this week you will notice positions are being juggled around. You see, in the words of David Bowie, ch ch ch changes are all around us, from the turning of the seasons, to the complete upheaval of one’s existence from what they know to what they will soon find out. All I can say right now, is change is good, for everyone, if it is embraced and accepted. The worst thing anyone can do is fight against change, if and when it comes, as usually it is indicative of an unavoidable future. But, if you accept the change, it won’t take you long to see the signs along the way that have been promising change all along. It is usually through hindsight that we truly see what was coming, but in the end, it happens, and we are left to deal with what it means for us. When the beginnings of change started working their way into the Sentinel office, I quickly realized I was ready. The only hesitation on my mind was just who would be stepping into the ring. Well now they’re here, and I can honestly say that it feels like Andrea and Daniel have been here all along. It speaks volumes to a person’s character, in my opinion, to be able to slide into an already working machine, and not only keep up the pace but also reach right in and start tweaking the engine, fine tuning the steering, without missing a beat. And believe me, they have both done so in top form.
I know coming from Nelson they already have “street cred” as it is well known that the area only allows the coolest of the cool to become members, like an exclusive club with strict dress codes and giant bouncers ready to keep the undesirables away, but in all seriousness, it is a cool place, and therefore attracts people with free spirits and open minds. So since their arrival we have been “revamping” the paper, changing things around, and determining the focus with a desire to move forward in a positive way, serving the Robson Valley to the best of our abilities. As many of you have also heard, my current Robson Valley adventure is coming to a close, and as painful as it may be to fathom a life outside these glorious mountains, I am also incredibly excited for what the future holds in store. I will do my best to inform all of you as to just what I’m doing and where I’m going, but for right now I ask that we all focus on The Valley Sentinel, to ensure it continues its long legacy of service to the people of this amazing little Valley. I can assure you that the integrity and accuracy of this publication won’t miss a step, as both Andrea and Daniel have demonstrated a level of care for this place that has impressed me beyond any other media immigrant that has come here in any capacity. So I can quote a bunch of song lyrics here, or we can just see what’s going on and embrace it as the next logical step in the evolution of the legacy of one of the oldest independent newspapers in BC, YOUR Valley Sentinel.
Wanted Heroes Dear Editor, After reading the articles and letters in regard to police check stops on our highways, I feel compelled to voice my support for their efforts. Driving on our winter highways in the valley have been becoming an increasingly terrifying prospect over the past couple of decades, and anything they can do to help lessen the carnage is fine by me. From the point of view of the larger picture, our legal system in this country is based on the premise that everyone is treated the same under the law. It is our duty as citizens, in order to uphold the democracy that we all hold dear, to help make sure that remains true. I do not want to live in a country where “All citizens are equal, but some are more equal than others”. If there are traffic laws being broken or safety requirements being ignored, it is the job of the police to deal with it. That’s what we hire them for. To suggest that they set up to do that sometime when the vehicles that obviously need to be checked are not on the road is absurd, to say the least and to ask for any preferential treatment for a select group of people is even more preposterous, not to mention very undesirable in a democratic society. The police are hired to uphold federal and provincial law, not to answer to the whims of interest groups or politicians, regardless of who they are. Some of my customers come here to spend a considerable chunk of money too. If the guy who came recently by car from San Francisco in 2 days flat, and by his own admission was “really flying on these empty highways up here” got stopped and fined, should I too complain to the police that Continued on page 5
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How did it come to this? What are Council’s priorities? Dear Editor: I read with dismay your remarks in the editorial in the March 2, 2011 edition of The Valley Sentinel regarding the importance of “sledders” to our local economy. You state that the income from sledders to the local economy is now so important that “without them (sledders), I don’t think Valemount or McBride would make it through the winter. “Public Outcry!”, screamed the headline. Dave Craig’s letter to the editor echoed this belief. As a long time resident of Valemount this alarms me. Not only have we become dependent on tourism as our only industry, we have become entirely dependent on one small segment of tourism. In fact, we have become so dependent, the sledders can now dictate to us what laws our police can enforce and what they better leave alone. How did it come to this? When did the relationship change from one of the sledders regarding themselves as guests in our Valley (and behaving appropriately) to one of being our masters? I always believed that when people travelled they should regard themselves as guests in the host region. We have provided them with all the amenities they need to enjoy their sledding here and for the most part, welcome them. Instead, the relationships has become inverted and we cower when these “village saviours” threaten to take their business elsewhere if something such as police check stops angers them.
It came to this when BC Hydro flooded the Canoe Valley for the Mica Dam covering all the best timber-producing land and leaving us with a lake that is, for much of the year, a dustbowl that spews air pollution up the Valley into town. It came to this when we allowed the mill to close, and then be torn down and all the wood leaves the Valley for processing elsewhere. It came to this when nothing was done to protest this, let alone stop it. It came to this when our local government decided that Valemount would be a resort town and chose to disregard the pitfalls of not developing a mixed economy. Josh and David are right; the only thing going on in this village is sledding and there should be a “Public Outcry!” Many people are waiting. Waiting for something to happen so they can sell their houses because they can’t get jobs that will make the mortgage payments and pay the taxes and utilities. Waiting for the industry that the current administration assured us (at the public forum) would be top priority. Many, many people have expressed concerns to me about our future if this does not happen. In fact, it is the main topic of conversation daily around town. New to computers, I visited the Village of Valemount’s website http://www.valemount.ca to see what was going on. On this webpage I found “Council’s Strategic Plan, Final Report 2011” under the “Documents” heading. According to this document, the Strategic Plan is “the process of deter-
Race to the bottom? Constructive Dialogue Dear Editor Let’s open up some constructive dialogue about the ‘public outcry’ that surfaced in response to the RCMP and D.O.T’s check stops over Mountain Mania weekend. Valemount has a number of seasonal events that bring many visitors into our area. It is common to see extra policing staff to match these increased numbers at Rodeo or Music Festival events. I don’t think anyone is surprised to see a road check on the way back from a late night dance or social gathering that is there to deal with the increased likelihood of drunk driving. What then, is the difference between these events and the Snow and Mud Mountain Mania event? This event brings more vehicles, more trailers, and more people to our area; it’s not a stretch to imagine more enforcement staff to deal with the increased numbers. Corporal Trevor Prosser cited that “...40-50% of the [sled trailers] have violations. That is a concern for us.” It should be a concern for all of us. I’m sure we’ve all been driving at night and come up behind an invisible trailer due to a lack of running lights. It can be dangerous and most likely it will take an $85 ticket to remind me that I should be taking those regulations seriously. And in response to Dave Craig’s comments, the only “unwanted heroes” we have here are those that think they are above our established laws because they are contributing to our economy. Snowmobilers are not being treated differently here than anywhere else. A motor vehicle infraction is the same in Valemount, McBride, or Revelstoke.
Or, to look at it another way, when does that RCMP officer become a ‘wanted hero?’ When the laws he or she is enforcing prevent that unsafe trailer from side-swipping a family of four in a minivan? As a community, we need to remember that we are providing an amazing experience to any visitor. Our selling point should not be our willingness to lower our standards to accommodate a particular demographic. Our selling point is our beautiful natural environment and the welcoming atmosphere of our community. This letter has been submitted to both of our community newspapers. Jared Smith - Valemount Wanted Heros continued from page 4
he was being unfairly targeted? As far as I’m concerned, that would be his problem. If he chooses to drive irresponsibly, he has to accept the consequences. It has absolutely nothing to do with me, and I would feel like an idiot complaining to the police or the press on his behalf. I think it’s a question of priorities. Our local economy is very important. I am a businessperson, too. I am well aware of that, but I don’t agree that money trumps everything including the safety of our families, friends and neighbours. We’ve hired the police to do a necessary and sometimes thankless job. Let’s not hassle them when they try to do it. Keith Berg - Dunster
mining a municipality’s long term vision and goals and developing an action plan for achieving these goals.” (Page 3) Aha, I thought, here we have it, the plan for attracting industry and diversifying our economy so we aren’t entirely dependent on the whims of sledders. Encouraged, I scrolled through the document until I reached Page 9 “Vision for the Future” where Council answered the questions “What is important to you?” “What do you want to see completed or undertaken by 2011?” and “What are Council’s priorities?” According to this document, the Council agreed on fifteen items as their priority. I had expected that items such as job creation, a healthy economy and a leaner municipal budget would have been top of the list given the financial position of the many people here in town. What a surprise! These items did not even make the list of fifteen priorities. The five things that Council stated were their top priorities were: 1. Grader Purchase 2. Centennial Park Upgrade 3. Bylaw Officer/Building Inspector Review 4. Lift Station Project Phase II 5. Cemetery Review Maybe I am out of touch…what do you think? Let your Council know – but first check out the website http://www.valemount.ca and see for yourself. Yours truly, Louise MacLean - Valemount
VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO 660 and NO 662 Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 660, 2011 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 662, 2011 will be held: 7:00 PM Tuesday March 22, 2011 Village of Valemount Council Chambers 735 Cranberry Lake Road Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0
The purpose of the proposed Bylaw 660 is to establish a new Zoning Area Rural Residential 2 (RR2) Zone which will allow Accessory Single Family Dwellings on larger properties with the first property being Lot 2 Plan 27373 (1292 Juniper). The purpose of the proposed Bylaw 662 is to establish changes to Residential Zones RRI, R1 and R2 to change the wording in the zoning areas from Minimum Floor Area of Main Floor of Single Family Dwelling to “Minimum Floor Area of Single Family Dwelling” and to change the square metres from 88m2 to 93m2 At the Public Hearing, all those who deem their interest in land to be affected by the proposed bylaws shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Please Note: emails will not be accepted as written submissions. Any material received before or at the Public Hearing will become public information. Copies of the bylaws may be examined at the Office of the Village of Valemount 735 Cranberry Lake Road Valemount BC V0E 2Z0 during regular office hours from March 8 to 21, 2011. Tom Dall - Valemount, CAO
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alemount Court was held on March 3rd, 2011 Mr. Mark Taron pled guilty to theft under five thousand dollars. Mr. Taron was charged two years ago in Maple Ridge B.C. where he was caught on video, shoplifting in a London Drugs store. Mr. Taron has been ordered to pay a fine of $200.00 with a victim surcharge of 15%. He has been ordered to keep the peace and be of good behaviour and to never enter the London Drugs store in Maple Ridge. Carol Gosney of Hinton Alberta stood before the judge and entered a plea of guilty to the charge of theft under five thousand dollars. On August 17th
2010 Ms. Gosney stole food from the Valemount IGA. Ms. Gosney stuffed the food in her purse and quickly fled the store. She was apprehended by store staff members and brought back to wait for police where she ate the food stating that she was hungry. Ms. Gosney received a suspended sentence with conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour, to notify police of change of address, report to probation officer by phone and stay out of the Valemount IGA. Dale Williams did not appear at the Valemount court house this month. Mr. Williams attended a bail hearing in Prince George in December. His application for bail was denied because the court believes he is not suitable for release from custody. Dale faced multiple charges during the last Valemount court date ranging from break and enter to use of firearm while committing an offence. Williams is waiting the fixing of trial dates on his many matters. Mr. Peter VandeNoblen who has been kept in remand in Prince George since December of 2010, made an appearance before the judge seeking a show of cause. Mr. VandeNoblen is facing multiple charges ranging from driving while prohibited with
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licence suspended and operating motor vehicle while disqualified, to assault with weapon, robbery and break and enter to commit an indictable offence. Crown council put forth opposition to Mr. VandeNoblen’s petition to receive bail stating. “The offences that VandeNoblen was charged with were heinous in nature.” The judge ultimately granted bail in the form of a forty thousand dollar assurity from VandeNoblen’s parents Peter and Tammy VandeNoblen. Peter VandeNoblen was then placed on a variety of conditions including 24 hour house arrest in his parents home, abstain from drugs and alcohol, no weapons, no contact with several named persons and keep the peace and be of good behaviour. These conditions will be in place until the courts conclude this matter. VandeNobelen is also facing two new charges in conjunction with co-accused Dustin Hystad. The charges are fish and wildlife matters as follows: hunt, take, trap, wound, and kill wildlife out of season and unlawful possession of dead wildlife.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BYLAW NO. 833, ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 2667 Notice is hereby given that a public hearing into Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2667 will be held:
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his past weekend was a success for our Detachment from a traffic services perspective. The traffic services mandate in the Province of British Columbia is to reduce harm and death on the highways. We did not have a report of a single accident over the weekend. If we all do our part we can reduce the potential for harm on the highways. For those users of the roadways, attention to details, such as changes in weather or road conditions, planning the trip to ensure that unexpected delays do not put urgency to the arrival and maintaining your vehicle as you would maintain your own health is paramount. From a commercial standpoint the community of Valemount had a successful weekend. Valemount Secondary School hosted the Senior Girl’s Basketball Zones and VARDA hosted the Mountain Mania event, which brought a
large number of travellers to our community. Most businesses in town were able to benefit from the influx of people. The visitors to our community over the weekend seemed to enjoy the time they spent in Valemount with the exception of one individual who spent one long night on the mountain before being rescued. Two others may have preferred to spend Saturday night in their hotel room rather than those accommodations supplied by the local Detachment. Anyway you look at this weekend, it was successful. I did have the occasion to speak to a number of snowmobilers on Friday night. I was invited to address some of their concerns over local road checks which had been set up to detect drinking and driving as well as mechanical deficiencies of vehicles. A concern was expressed at the meeting regarding education; some felt that written warnings might have adequately addressed the road violations. However, we are not paid to be the ‘warning police.’ We do understand there is a need for education and we certainly offer our services to provide education in
a pro-active setting. A roadside stop, and after being found in violation of a Federal or Provincial law, is not the place to insist on being educated with only a written warning. If you would like to be informed, ask. We will do our best to ensure that we are available to provide the most accurate information possible so that those who take the education seriously learn from it and are able to avoid the roadside lessons provided with a ticket violation. The variety of charges and the number of charges should indicate that the police and the commercial vehicle inspectors were not focused on any one violation and certainly discovered a vast array of violations. Safe travelling and may you always strive to be successful and educated.
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7:00pm Wednesday, March 16, 2011 Village of McBride Council Chambers 100 Robson Centre, McBride, BC Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2667 is proposed to amend zoning on Block A of the Fractional South East ¼ of District Lot 7228, Cariboo District from Rural 3 (Ru3) to Rural 4 (Ru4). The proposed zoning amendment would allow two residential single family residences on the subject property. The subject lot is located 4240 Highway 16 East. The owners are David and Marie Jeck.
At the public hearing, all those who deem their interest in land to be affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Please note that emails cannot be accepted as written submissions. Any material received before or at the public hearing will become public information. The public hearing will be chaired by a delegate of the Regional District Board. Copies of the resolution making the delegation, Zoning Bylaw Amendment, and other relevant background documents, may be examined at the office of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, 155 George Street, Prince George, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., February 28, and March 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, and 16, 2011. Kenna Latimer Development Services
Prince George, BC Fax: 250-562-8676
155 George Street, Prince George, BC V2L 1P8 Telephone: (250) 960-4400 Toll Free: 1-800-667-1959 Fax: (250) 563-7520 • Web: www.rdffg.bc.ca
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COMMUNITY
Valemount Student an Ambassador for Canada in Denmark Donalda Beeson Contributor
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he same global exchange organization pumping up the population in our schools by bringing over 20 students to the Robson Valley this year is sending at least one away. 17 year-old Coulter Beeson, a recent Valemount graduate is animated to have embarked on an educational adventure. Beeson is in Denmark for 10 months of extra credit high school, and cultural immersion, where he says he plans to concentrate on learning about culture and languages, taking Danish, German, Spanish and Calculus. The organization making this all possible is SHECANA International Schools, based in Prince George. They often hire past exchange students and/or their parents, so I had the privilege of speaking with an employees who actually did her exchange in Valemount. Originally, from Slovakia Andrea Rampá_ková came to Valemount in 2004 to participate in the high school abroad program, which arranges for students aged 14 to 18 to participate in international student exchanges. From there she attended Thompson Rivers University and now fluent in English works as an administrative assistant at Shecana. There philosophy is that “long-stay travel to other countries is a genuinely educational experience that leads to positive personal development, respect for other countries and cultures, and an awareness of Canada’s place in the global community.” Rampá_ková is testament to that and said Shecana provides “great opportunities,” adding that she had an “amazing time” in Valemount, and that it really “changed her perspective.” With students from all over the world joining us this year we asked Beeson a bit about the process involved in getting into this program and finding a host family. Beeson said first he had to pre-apply just to be an exchange student, once they confirmed he met the criteria, he filled in a complete application, saying why and where he wanted to go. Because the students that go on exchange end up being ambassadors to for Canada, he was also interviewed by a Shecana representative, who also teaches in McBride.
Once accepted, they compiled a list of places and did all the paper work to get him into the school. Next, he had to be accepted into the school and find a host family. Finally, Beeson had to go to the Danish consulate in Edmonton and apply for a Danish Visa, and ask the Danish government to allow him into their country and attend their schools. Shecana requires letters from Beeson himself, as well as people that know him, in order to best match him with a host family. You can apply to be a host family, for next semester or next year, for a number of students that are and will be attending both the Valemount and McBride schools. You can contact Shecana by phone or e-mail, 1 (800) 297 1551, or info@ shecana.ca. Rampá_ková feels the host family process is really “rewarding for both sides.” As well as placing him with a host family and organizing his education, Shecana also organizes trips for all the kids they’ve sent to Europe to get together, and when the school year is done, provided that he isn‘t too homesick, Beeson says he may be able to travel some more before he comes back. This will not be the first or the last time Beeson pursues an education away from home, as he completed the first half of his grade 12 year, living with his older brother in Fort St. John where he says he attended school with 17 exchange students from Nigeria. He is also thrilled to be heading off to University at UBC in Vancouver upon his return. Beeson’s family will miss him immensely but his parents, Don and Susan Beeson are confident that travel is an education itself.
DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN (PMP) PMP Reference#: BCTS_RV_PMP_11/16 Notice is given that a draft Pest Management Plan has been prepared by BC Timber Sales (BCTS), Prince George Business Area to implement a program of identification, prevention and monitoring of pests (herbs, shrubs and deciduous trees) while carrying out sound silviculture practices and by using the principles of integrated pest management. Pest management activities are to be carried out within the Robson Valley Timber Supply Area (TSA), which forms part of the BCTS Prince George Business Area. The Robson Valley TSA is within the Rocky Mountain Trench east of Prince George, and includes the communities of McBride, Dunster, Valemount, and Crescent Spur. The use of pesticides is intended within the above mentioned areas. Other vegetation management methods include girdling, snap and hinge, mechanical brushing and weeding, manual brushing and weeding, brush mats, sheep grazing, mechanical site preparation, and prescribed burning. The pesticides and application methods proposed for the use under this plan include: Trade Name Vision®
Active Ingredient Glyphosate 35.6%
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These are to be applied using the following methods: Aerial (Broadcast and/or Discretion), Backpack (Directed Foliar), Hack and Squirt, Roadside Sprayer, Backpack (Broadcast), Backpack (Spot), Basal Bark, and Cut Stump. The proposed duration of the Pest Management Plan is from May 1, 2011 to April 30, 2016. A draft copy of the Pest Management Plan and maps of the proposed treatment areas are available for review and comment at the BCTS office in Prince George at 2000 South Ospika Blvd. The information is also available at www.for.gov.bc.ca/bcts/areas/TPG.htm A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to Eileen Kostian, BCTS, Prince George, 250-614-7564 at the address above within 30 days of the publication of this notice.
Coulter Beeson relaxing before his trip to Denmark.
Photo by Donalda Beeson
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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS
Read Between the (White) Lines
Thursdays, from February 24th - March 17th 3:30- 5 pm at the Valemount Public Library. This event is co-hosted by the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), and the Valemount Public Library.
Valemount 8:00 am - 11:00 am Menu: Pancakes, Sausages, Scrambled Eggs and Beverage Adults: $6.00 Seniors: $5.00 Children Under 12: $5.00
Kelowna Ballet
Gospel Services
Thursday, March 10th, Valemount Community Theatre 7:30 pm Tickets $20 adult- $15 student available at Infinity.
Dunster Fine Arts School Society Annual General Meeting Thursday, March 10th 7 pm Dunster School New and renewing members welcome.
Valemount Curling Club Men’s and Ladies Bonspiel March 11 and 12 Ladies call Diana 250-566-9974 Men call Gerry 250-566-4659 Come on out and support your local curling club!
Fridays until March 25th,7:30-8:30 pm At the Legion Hall in McBride (4th & Columbia) No Collection - Homeless ministry - Monty Wood - Dwayne Powell
Valemount Curling Club Loggers Bonspiel
April 1,2,3 Anyone welcome, you don’t have to be a logger to play! Call Diana 250-566-9974 or Gerry 250-566-4659
Canoe Valley Skating Club Presents
“Rodeo Cowboy”
McBride Figure Skating Club Skating Carnival March 12 at the Robson Valley Recreation Centre Showtime: 7:00 pm
Canoe Valley Figure Skating Club Skating Carnival March 12 at the Canoe Valley Recreation Centre Showtimes: 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
March 12th at 2pm and 7pm
Literacy Based Brain Gym Workshop
Saturday & Sunday, March 12th & 13th, 9 am- 4 pm Facilitated by certified instructor Lenora Fletcher. contact Kim Thorn at the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), 250-566-8467
St. Patrick’s Day Pancake Breakfast
March 20th at The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 266
Price: $15.00 - per family $3.00 - kids/seniors under 3yrs are free $5.00 - Adults Partial funding from Columbia Basin Trust
ONGOING EVENTS VALEMOUNT PUBLIC HEALTH UNIT Prenatal Classes, Baby Clinics Call 566-9138 ext 228 for appointments. MONDAYS: • VALEMOUNT SENIORS Carpet Bowling 9 am Golden Years Lodge • VALEMOUNT MMA CLUB upstairs at The Trading Post. Co-ed from 7-8:30 pm • LIONS BINGO 1st & 3rd Mon, at Lions Hall, doors open 6pm, everyone welcome. • VALEMOUNT CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY CENTRE Board Meeting 2nd Mon. 7 pm @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION General meetings every 3rd Mon of month 7:30pm in Legion. TUESDAYS: • ADULT RECREATIONAL VOLLYBALL 7 - 9pm. Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Suzanne Bloodoff @ 250 566-9979 • COUNCIL MEETING 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 pm, council chambers. Everyone welcome. • LADIES AUXILIARY #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3pm in Valemount Legion. WEDNESDAYS: • PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MEETING Every 2nd Wed. 5 pm Downstairs at the library. • MCBRIDE COMMUNITY FOREST Open meeting first Wednesday of the month. McBride Village Council Chambers 7 pm • VALEMOUNT MMA CLUB upstairs at The Trading Post. Ladies Kickboxing & Fitness 7-8:30 pm • CBAL JAMMYTIME TALES Valemount Public Library until April 27th 7 pm • VALEMOUNT SENIORS MUSIC NIGHT 7-9 pm Golden Years Lodge
• CBAL PLAY AND LEARN Wednesdays from 10-Noon Valemount Lions Hall • TOASTMASTERS meets every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. 7:30-9:30PM at the Best Western THURSDAYS: • ADULT RECREATION BADMINTON. Thurs at 7pm in th Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Jamie @250 566-4656 • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 pm Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458. • CHAMBER OF COMMERCE General Meeting 2nd Thurs of the month @ 12pm at the Learning Centre • SADDLE & WAGON CLUB MEETING 3rd Thurs. 7 pm 566-9707 • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs of every month at 7pm downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. FRIDAYS: • VALEMOUNT LEGION Friday Night dinners starting at 5 pm SATURDAYS: • VALEMOUNT MMA CLUB upstairs at The Trading Post. Open Mat from 9-11 am • VALEMOUNT CIRCLE DANCE. For more info please contact 250 566-1782 SUNDAYS: • VALEMOUNT MMA CLUB upstairs at The Trading Post. Kids class from 6-7 pm.
TETE JAUNE TETE JAUNE COMMUNITY CLUB meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7pm at the Tete Jaune Hall.
DUNSTER DUNSTER WINTER MARKET Saturdays from 11:30 am -1 pm
MCBRIDE MONDAYS: • ALANON
8pm at the Health Unit
TUESDAYS: • TOPS Tues. 6:45 pm weigh-in, 7:15 pm meeting. Health Unit in McBride. New members welcome. Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING 2nd & 4th Tues,7:30 pm, Village Council Chambers.
WEDNESDAYS: • DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP 1st Wed, 1 pm at Beaverview Lodge & Sat.10 am -12 pm, 441 Dominion St 569-2658 / 569-0113 • SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILIES DEALING WITH MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS Last Wed every month 7:30 pm @ McBride Health Centre more info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347 • VALLEY PIECEMAKERS QUILT GUILD Every other Wednesday. 7:00 pm in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 5693210. • LEGION AUXILLIARY BINGO First and Third Wednesday of the month at McBride Library. THURSDAYS: • OAPO STITCH & KNIT Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 pm, Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305
SUNDAYS: • ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Every Sun, 8 pm at the Health Unit.
UPCOMING
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Awareness raising tour of Canada stops in Robson Valley Joshua Estabrooks Editor
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hat do you love about Valemount? Tana Silverland will be asking residents this question on March 13th, when her epic 2½-year journey across Canada brings her to town. As a recent immigrant to Canada from the UK, Silverland is travelling from town to town across the length and breadth of the country, asking people what they love about the place that they call home. She is also hoping to give orphans around the world the chance to answer the same question, by spreading the word about SOS Children’s Villages, an international charity that provides new homes and families for children who have no-one else to care for them. For Silverland, having been virtually bedridden with a serious illness for nearly ten years, she knows only too well what a difference a loving family makes. “Many organizations abandon the children in their care once they reach the age of maturity, but just like my own parents, SOS Children’s Villages continues to look after its children until they are fully ready to live independently, even if illness or other factors mean that this point does not neatly coincide with their 19th birthday. SOS Children’s Villages also provides health care facilities for the whole community if none currently exist, so what better way to celebrate my return to health than to make a journey that could help others enjoy good health too?” Silverland began her journey in Whitehorse last June, and now over 2,500 kms later, she will be arriving in Valemount on Sunday, March 13. “I plan to be in Newfoundland next winter. I came down the coast, taking in Haida Gwaii and Vancouver Island, and then onto the mainland. I took a brief break while the weather did its worst, but I am back up and running again.” For the majority of the journey she plans to be cycling a recumbent trike, but while the winter is in full swing she has been using other transportation options. “In order to keep spreading the word about SOS regardless of the weather, I am travelling by bus as well.” She said she chose this way of raising awareness as opposed to more conventional avenues because she admits, “I’m a little bit crazy. It kind of snuck up on me when I wasn’t looking. I recently became a landed immigrant from the UK, and thought that it would be a good way to see this big beautiful country, as well it is a great way to meet and get to know people in their hometowns.” Silverland got involved with SOS Children’s Villages as they had an office in her hometown in the UK, and she said she respects the very important work they do for orphans around the world. “I was so impressed with what they do and how they do it. I volunteered for the organization, and feel that anything I can do to help raise awareness for them is worth it. They are a truly inspiring organization.” To let Silverland know what’s special about Valemount, go online to http:// tanasilverland.wordpress.com and click on “The Place You Call Home.” To find out more about SOS Children’s Villages go to their website at www.soschildrensvillages.ca. SOS Children’s Villages is an independent, non-governmental social development organization, which has been active in the field of children’s needs, concerns and rights since 1949. Its activities focus on neglected and abandoned children and orphans, as well as disadvantaged families, throughout the world.
Tana Silverland is travelling across Canada on a tour to raise awareness about SOS Children’s Villages. She began her trip in Whitehorse in June 2010 and will visit the Robson Valley on March 13th, 2011. Photo Submitted
Tourism Valemount Committee We are looking for contract services
Event Coordination for Spring Festival The Valemount Spring Festival will be held at the end of May or mid June. Most activities will be staged at Cranberry Marsh. Evening events and ceremonies will be held at the Valemount Community Hall or Valemount Visitor Information Centre. Event coordination duties include the following activities: • Develop brochures and posters with events • Mail invitations to clubs and organizations • Organize volunteers for day and evening events • Organize registration evening • Organize transportation to & from hotels to Cranberry Marsh • Develop package for guest to receive at Registration Night • Prepare tourism package for guests Email resume to Jennifer Robinson marketing@visitvalemount.ca by March 25, 2011. For questions phone 250.566.3335.
Deanna Mickelow and Joshua Estabrooks accept an award on behalf of The Valley Sentinel from Legion President Les Dammann for The Valley Sentinels Rememberance Day contributions to Legion Branch 266 - Valemount. Photo by Andrea Scholz
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ENTERTAINMENT
Music Review: Deerhunter – Halcyon Digest Joshua Estabrooks Editor
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eerhunter front man, Bradford Cox, was born in Athens, Georgia in 1982 with the genetic disorder, Marfan syndrome. The disorder causes people to be unusually tall, with long limbs and long, thin fingers. Cox dropped out of high school, and when his parents divorced he describes his life as “living in this big suburban house by myself.” He was a loner, and began making music on a small tape recorder after being captivated by Danny Elfman’s compositions for the soundtrack to Edward Scissorhands. The band Deerhunter was formed in 2001, and right off the bat a noticeable difference emerged between Cover Art : Deerhunter - Halcyon Digest what was around at the time, and what the group was producing. They called it ambient punk, but Cox’s stream of consciousness recording style started getting noticed by music critics and indie hipsters throughout North America, gaining in momentum until now, they are a household name in any enlightened record collection. Now, with their fourth studio release, Halcyon Digest, Deerhunter have reached a level most bands in the experimental music scenes of the early 2000s rarely achieve. They have matured and grown, and it is incredibly evident as soon as you hit play. In the words of Cox, “People look at what’s successful, and what’s successful is what’s easy on the ears, things that aren’t challenging. Nobody wants to listen to something that sounds awkward and makes you cringe because it’s real personal or idiosyncratic. People just want to hear things that sounds familiar already to them. I make really accessible pop stuff, but at the same time I have no problem making something creepy or just odd.” The album kicks off with the song Earthquake, a slow meandering ballad with Cox’s slightly distorted vocals whisping in and out of the foreground. Using multiple layers of micro-rhythms, Deerhunter have a unique ability to create a calm with what sounds that on their own, would seem feverish and sporadic. Cox’s recording style is to add layers until the song begins to sound cluttered, and he has achieved this delicate balance beautifully on each of the tracks of
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Halcyon Digest. Influences such as David Bowie, Brian Eno and My Bloody Valentine all seem to mesh together on the second track of the album, “Don’t Cry”, and “Revival”, one of the first releases from the new disc that had fans salivating onto their iPods. The pace of the album slows considerably for “Sailing”, which succeeds in carrying the listener away on a lazy boat ride over a lake of ambient sounds and a delicate guitar riff reminiscent of those days when hippies laid in opium fields and spoke of Alice and the Looking Glass. Picking up the tempo, songs “Memory Boy” and “Desire Lines” will have your head bopping and your foot tapping, preparing you for another strange and slower piece, “Basement Scene”, which one wouldn’t have a hard time guessing is a song about Cox’s solitary childhood. The masterpiece of the album, and the main reason I chose to do a review of this disc in the first place, comes in the form of “Helicopter”, a pleasant, bizarre, and oh so dreamy ballad about being heartbroken and alone. Strange juxtapositions of sounds and theme occur in this song, which speaks to Cox’s medical issues, and his inability to maintain positive relationships. “No one cares for me/I keep no Company/I have minimal needs/ and now they are through with me” are lines of such pure and honest pain, they are impossible to ignore, but in keeping with Deerhunter’s unique style, they are delivered in a positive and ironic way, much like Morrissey’s ability to sing the darkest lyrics in the happiest ways during his time with The Smiths. The three concluding tracks on Halcyon Digest seem to act as buffers for “Helicopter”, distracting the listener away from the pure honest pain they had just experienced in all of it’s ambient glory just moments ago. They are good tracks, don’t get me wrong, but I always find my ears are still haunted as the rest of the album plays out. There is a very Rolling Stones like saxophone solo on “Coronado”, which Cox admitted he did because he felt that the instrument has an incredible sound, and will be seeing a resurgence in popularity over the coming years. “I wanted that sax on there because I was listening to the Stones’ Exile On Main Street reissue a lot...I began to see a pattern forming. Saxophones are becoming this thing. That’s why we did it early. Next year everyone’s gonna have a saxophone on their record because saxophones are just cool.” Ending the album is “He Would Have Laughed”, which in title alone indicates the humour and freedom Cox and Deerhunter approach the music making process. Sure the lyrics are still intense, but there’s something about the music that makes the heaviness seem manageable. Take it all in, cry with us, think mind blowing thoughts, and then let’s have a chuckle. After all, music is supposed to entertain us, right?
Derek “Raven Madd” MacLean Donalda Beeson Contributor
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Extracted off the streets of the North and taken to a laboratory south of the border, UsdNeedles and Raven Madd were forced LSD. Research on them, which included the introduction of tools for the production of music gave them power. With the question of mind control to be answered they worked endlessly at the craft. Breaching otherworldly dimensions they learned of sounds and melodies unlike those on Earth. With the bond which was molded over the years they arranged for an escape so they could expose the tyrants of the world. They are.....Wounded Animals.” This is an interview with, Derek “Raven Madd” MacLean, from the Rap group Wounded Animals. Valemount Donalda: Yo Raven! I know you’re originally from Valemount Community Theatre McBride, when did you live there and for how long? Community Theatre Derek: I first went to McBride in 96’ for the sumThurMar Mar • 7:30pm Thur 10 10 • 7:30pm mer from Nova Scotia, to visit my mom. That was $20 $20Adult Adult one of the best summers I’ve ever had. I’ve lived $15 Senior/Student $15 Senior/Student there off and on since then. All prices include HST Donalda: Awesome. Where are you living now Infinity Office & Health 1233 5thatAve. Tickets and what are you doing? or phone 250 566 4225 & Health Infinity Office 1233 5thby Ave. Presented Valemount Arts & Derek: Basically making music and loving life in Cultural Society or phone 250 566 4225 Nanaimo! All prices include HST
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Donalda: When did you start making music? Derek: I started rapping when I was around 13, in the early 90’s. Donalda: Wow! How did you get into making music and how did you end up doing what you are doing now? Derek: Growing up, music was always playing in the house; it was a staple for our family. My mom got me a tape deck for my 5th birthday with a Run DMC tape and I’ve been listening to rap ever since. At [age] 13 my friends and I were rapping in the yard all the time and this guy in our neighbourhood, Mike McDougall, who had a studio in his house, Continued on Page 15 heard us rapping one day
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ENTERTAINMENT
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Movie Review: Predators Daniel Betts Editor
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n 1987, Arnold Swarzenagger starred in the original “Predator” movie and offered audiences a new take on the “bad alien” genre. This exciting action packed story featured an unseen, powerful and technologically superior menace hunting a battle hardened and seasoned Special Forces squad. The “Predator” franchise has undergone some interesting changes since the first movie, they even mixed it up with the “Alien” franchise but it has never captured the original flavor of the first movie. “Predators” is an attempt to reach back to the origins of the franchise and recapture the original feel; unfortunately there are missing elements in this incarnation that doesn’t make that possible. One missing element is the camaraderie between
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the original lead characters that were sympathetic to the point where you felt badly when they were picked off one by one. Even the ending of the orginal movie contained sympathetic elements that made you feel badly for the last surviving character who while triumphant was visibly saddened at having to go home without his “war buddies.” In “Predators” the main characters include a serial rapist, a death squad soldier, a psychotic murder, a yakuza assassin and a cold-hearted soldier ready to sacrifice everyone to save his own skin. It was hard to care about any of them while they were being messily dispatch by the hulking predators. The other missing element was surprise and this is something the Predator franchise will never get back. The original worked so well because you did not see what was
hunting them, in “Predators”, you already know the thing in the trees is a stalking alien menace and what differences they try to introduce are not particularly surprising. “Predators” borrows heavily from the first movie, using the exact same music score and much of the same general formula of grusome death and wild heavy duty firefights. That being said, there are cool action sequences, new predator types and some new and interesting eye candy special effects. It has plenty of non-stop action, explosions and gunfire but also has some seriously harsh language, sexual innuendo and lots of blood and gore so it’s not something the kids should watch. “Predators” is available at P&Vs Convenience Store and Gas Bar.
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Congratulations! Pauline Orenchuk holds the AG Foods Contest Poster at her home in McBride.
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auline Orenchuk of McBride was thrilled when Brenda Malendyck, owner of AG Foods in McBride, told her that she was the big winner of the AG Foods 2011 Great Grocery Giveaway. The contest included all fifteen AG Food Stores across B.C. and the Top Prize of $5,200.00 in groceries went to Orenchuck. “I’ve never won anything before, “ Orenchuk said, “I am so thankful and excited.”
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BUSINESS WATCH
Simply Retreat Remedial Massage in McBride Birgit Stutz Contributor
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emedial Massage Practitioner Maivis Engelhardt has always been interested in health. “In high school when asked to choose an occupation of interest, I chose to research physiotherapy,” she said. However, life took a different turn at first. “I decided to marry and my first occupation was farm wife and mother. My husband Delmar and I began our life together on his family’s farm in the Keephills district west of Stony Plain, Alberta. We raised three children while farming with his parents and brothers.” As the couple’s children finished school, Engelhardt decided to go back to school. “After completing courses as a Health Care Aide and Mental Health Aide, I realized I wanted to know more about the body and how it works,” she said. Engelhardt worked as a student practitioner after her first year of school in 2006, and completed her 2,200-hour Remedial Massage Therapy Course in 2007. “Although my intention was to work from home part-time and from town only until I got some experience, the massage business I worked in, Body Renewal Massage Therapy Clinic in Stony Plain, came up for sale in 2008, and with encouragement and support of co-workers, we bought the business. In a co-operative style of sharing expenses and profits to benefit subcontractor practitioners as well as the business and create consistency for our clients we grew into a busy clinic. We are still involved in the business, and have created shares to those who helped us build it.” The urge to move to a more rural area increased when the farming district the Engelhardt’s were living in changed to an industrial area. “Our thoughts turned to where to go. Coal mining and power production bordered our land. I was driving to my business 36 kilometres from the farm in extreme traffic and it was becoming unsafe for Delmar to drive equipment down the highway. He too was working off farm and the only way we could see life slow down to a pace we wanted was to sell the farm. We are country folk by choice. Delmar traded owning farm machinery for a skid steer and a gravel truck, and we found a home west of McBride with a similar feel to the one we had. We do not miss the hustle of central Alberta and yet are not ready to fully
retire, so we are flying on faith that we will know what comes next when it gets here.” With her recent move to McBride in June of 2010, Engelhardt is now focusing on her original intention to work from home part-time and to have the time to garden and spend time with her family. “I really enjoy the community feeling of the area, and the mountains had a draw for me too,” she said, adding that Delmar’s brother had moved to McBride about two years before that. Engelhardt is registered with the Natural Health Practitioner of Canada and is certified in relaxation and remedial massage, birth year massage – a massage for pregnant ladies from the third month of pregnancy to one year after the baby is born – and Schweitzer’s Deep Tissue Techniques, a technique which works the muscle layers. “I am not at present BC-registered for those specific insurance requests,” she added. Engelhardt continues her studies in Holistic Nutrition and a gentle technique called Ortho-Bionomy and is working towards certification in both. “I love my work as a Remedial Massage Practitioner,” she said. “I have worked with all ages from children to senior. My name ‘Simply Retreat’ comes from a desire to help others retreat from the stresses of daily life, even if just for an hour or two. I have thoughts of trying our other business to my practice here by creating opportunities for week-end retreats focusing on women’s health issues, perhaps working co-operatively with existing businesses here.” Engelhardt’s home clinic is on Lamming Pit Road, and she is open for business on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, as well as some Saturdays and evenings. “I need four days open as I am still taking courses,” she said. Treatments are by appointment only and can be scheduled by calling Engelhardt at (250) 569-2341. Cost is $55.00 per treatment, which is usually 60 - 70 minutes long, especially the first time.
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Come See The Experts - Valemounts Only Sports Store! 250-566-9949 • 1424 5th Ave, Valemount Maivis Engelhardt in her massage therapy room in McBride.
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COMMUNITY Notes from All Over Donalda Beeson contributor
Growing Through Change: A Group for Women As sponsored by Robson Valley Support Society (RVSS), and facilitated by Nancy Taylor, Growing through Change is a Group for Women, that will include eight sessions, starting on March the 9th 2011. The meetings will run from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. and the group will be meeting at the Valemount Learning Centre. Call RVSS at 250-5669107 to find out more or to pre-register. Get your 2011 YORA Friends of Valemount Membership The Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association (YORA), Friends of Valemount, is a non-profit society that promotes non-motorized outdoor activities in the Canoe Robson Valleys. Your $15.00 membership fees (no charge for children under 18), help support trail maintenance, cross country trail grooming and the back country cabins that are maintained by the club. For cabin bookings you can call Patricia Thoni at 250-566-8244. Cabin fees are based on, per a night stay (not per a person) and are $20.00 for youths, $30.00 for locals (Canoe Robson Valley residents), and $40.00 for “out-of-towners”. To further support this endeavour, pick-up or drop off a YORA Friends of Valemount membership form at the Caribou Grill, or mail yours to Box 886, Valemount B.C., V0E 2Z0. Valemount RCMP Closing in on Suspects in “Good Samaritan” Trucker Beating The Valemount RCMP are reportedly closer to bringing justice to the individuals suspected of attacking 67-year-old, Lumby truck driver, Alex Fraser, last fall on the Yellowhead Highway just north of Blue River, B.C. Constable Simon Bentley of the Valemount detachment said their investigation is still pending but likely one or more individuals will face assault charges. The B.C. Trucking Association, the North American Trucker’s Guild and the Canadian Truck Alliance have collectively offered tens of thousands of dollars in rewards for any information leading to the arrest of the attackers, and investigators are still looking to the public to provide the
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The Canadian Brandowner Residual Stewardship Corporation (CBRSC), on behalf of the Canadian Toy Association and its members, have developed a Stewardship Plan outlining how the brandowners intend to collect unwanted electronic toys from the public and ensure that they are properly recycled and not sent to landfill. Go to www.cbrsc.ca to review the draft. Public meetings to accept comments will be held in: Prince George: Coast Inn of the North Wednesday, March 9, 1 to 4pm Kelowna: Ramada North Kelowna, Friday, March 11, 1 to 4pm Surrey: Sheraton Guildford Tuesday, March 15, 1 to 4pm Victoria: Sheraton Four Points Langford Thursday, March 17, 1 to 4pm Webinar will be held on Wednesday, March 23. Pre-registration is requested through www.cbrsc.ca or (604) 831-7203. Comments on the draft plan for Electronic Toys are welcome until the close of business April 25, 2011.
information they need to close the case and put forward a compelling report to Crown counsel. Anyone with any information regarding this case is asked to contact the Valemount RCMP by phone 250-5664466 or fax 250-566-9964 at the local detachment, or if anonymity is an issue, you are invited to call BC Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Have You Seen the Mt. Robson Mascot? In her special to the Fitzhugh, Carmen Ottaway confided that while each side of the Mount Robson Park gates features a prominent white, mountain goat, she has yet to actually see one in the Park since she bought her property in 1978. While there are reported sightings in the alpine areas, including Berg Lake, Ottaway said the best she could do was find a goat skull on her property, which she guesses might have been from around the same time the Yellowhead Pass was developed (1850-1915). Ottaway also admitted surprise to learn “that mountain goats are only indigenous in western North America: Alaska, Yukon, British Columbia and Alberta with 90 percent of the population in B.C.” Are you a Locavore? A Locavore is “someone who tries to eat locally grown or produced food rather than food that has travelled long distances to market.” This March 8th to 10th, join the Jasper Local Food Society for some great discussions on local food! Sessions will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Habitat for the Arts, and Jasper Local Food Society memberships will be available for purchase. Tuesday night it’s, Think Spring, Wednesday night it’s From Field to Market, and Thursday night it’s the Jasper Local Food Society’s Annual General Meeting. “Polka’s Not Dead” The Dreadnoughts at the Downstream in Jasper Introducing: “Van City’s Biggest Baddest Drunkest Celtic Band!” Not only was the Dreadnought the predominant type of 20th-century battleship, it also means, fear nothing, but make no mistake, fear loving everything about this band! An accordion, a fiddle, a mandolin, a tin whistle, guitars and drums, The Dreadnoughts say they are not just a band, they are “an advocacy group, ruthlessly promoting the idea that folk and punk music form a perfect union”. Not this Sunday but next Sunday, March the 20th at 10:00 p.m. till 2:00 a.m. be sure to check out The Dreadnoughts, playing at the Downstream Bar in Jasper.
Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd.
Board of Directors Vacancy
Bond and Bell Congratulate Clark while their own positions are in Limbo Prince George-Mackenzie MLA and Prince George-Valemount MLA are playing the waiting game to see if they will stay in cabinet now that the Liberal party has a new leader. MLA Bond said she is excited for Christy Clark and hopes to work closely with the new Premier. MLA Bell said the party is up for a fresh start which Clark promised. It’s a Rodeo...On Ice Valemount’s Canoe Valley Figure Skating Club is having their annual showcase of skaters and skills at their figure skating carnival, and this year it’s a rodeo on ice, called Rodeo Cowboy! Show times are this Saturday, March the 12th, at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 for an adult, $3.00, for a student and $15.00 for a family. VACS Update This is your final reminder of the Ballet tomorrow, AND, the VACS Theatre Committy will be announcing a very exciting big name Country artists return to the Robson Valley, come out to find out who it is, because tickets are sure to sell out fast for this one! Community Sports Jackets Whether you are involved in a club or not you can belong to team Valemount! A few local groups are getting together and ordering a standard “Community Sport Jacket”, with Valemount, British Columbia embroidered in the top left corner, and the rest of the embroidery being up to the individual. They will be collecting orders at the arena tonight, Wednesday March the 9th, from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and again on Thursday, March the 10th, from 7:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. The cost for a youth jacket and embroidery is $60.00 and $65.00 for adults, AND the embroidery will be done locally by Wendy Gropler! For more information you can contact Lynn Lawless at 250-566-9808. Valemount Midgets #1 Valemount Midgets came in first place at a tournament in Quesnel: 1st Game 7 - 2 against Quesnel, 2nd Game 11-1 against Prince George, 3rd Game 9 - 0 against 100 Mile House, and 5-3 in the final against Prince George with Marcus Catien as MVP. Valemount/McBride Adams #2 Valemount McBride combined Atoms C Division came in 2nd place in their tournament in Hinton
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The Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd. (VCF Co. Ltd.) has one (1) opening for a member on its Board of Directors. Persons who are interested in serving on this Board are encouraged to submit a letter of interest outlining background qualifications which would support appointment to the Board and compliment the Board make-up. Appointment to the Board will be for a one year term. Reappointments to Board will be considered annually. For further information please contact Tom Dall at the Village of Valemount municipal office or by phone at (250) 566-4435. A letter of application outlining your interests and qualifications to serve on the VCF Co. Ltd. Board of Directors should be submitted to the Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd. by March 31, 2011 c/o P.O. Box 168, Valemount, BC, V0E 2Z0.
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and offered to allow us to record there. That was the first time I recorded and I was hooked. The musicians I work with now I met in Vancouver by fluke in ‘99 on my way to a party. To make a long story short I saw the guy walking down the street, asked him if he wanted to start a rap group and here we still are!
“Raven Madd” works the Microphone
Donalda: What part, if any, do you think growing up in McBride had in your music career and your life path? Derek: Lars [Widell] used to have two turntables and a microphone, and we would sit at Dave’s [Saclaradies] for months making music; I honed a lot of skills in those days. McBride taught me to love nature and the bush. I learned a lot about myself there because it’s quiet and void of distractions, you can get lost in your head. I feel the most free in McBride; it’s a place where you can go to be really alone. I like that. It’s hard to find that these days. Donalda: I agree. Who, if anyone, has inspired or influenced you along the way? Derek: I think influence gets in the way of your own creativity. Donalda: Haha, fair enough. What projects are you currently a part of?
Derek: I rap in a group known as Wounded Animals, which is comprised of DJ/Producer UsdNeedls (also of Hidden Fortress Fame) and myself, Raven Madd. Donalda: What projects are you guys involved in, or have you been involved in the past? Derek: We started Wounded Animals fresh on January 1st 2010. Since then we have released an album, “Death of the War Machine,” available on itunes, a video for, “conflict ith my minds,” and we just finished our new album, “Goodbye Cruel World,” which is in the mastering stage right now. Nine months is a short life for a group I think we’re doing pretty good. Donalda: I’d say so! What are your most recent accomplishments? Derek: Probably selling records in Japan. It’s a trip that there’s people across the world listening to my music. The internet is wild. Donalda: It is, that’s how I found out about what you were doing! What accomplishment are you most proud of? Derek: I try to steer clear of pride. Donalda: Okay, why do you make music? Derek: I used to do it for fun and still do, but now I’m really trying to tell people something they don’t already know or maybe never thought about. My mission is to bring to light issues which the mainstream media likes to sweep under the rug. If you listen to it, and get it, I do this for you. Donalda: What type of music would you say you
make? Derek: I try to open peoples minds to corruption in Government, Media, Banks, Hollywood, mainstream music and anyone else who is out to get us. Our music is truth/political activism. Donalda: I love that. In what way, if any, do you think music has affected your life choices? Derek: I think without music I wouldn’t have the few really good friends that I am blessed to have. Donalda: What part do you play in making music? Derek: I used to produce beats, but now I like to focus on the writing aspect. I also just directed a soon to be released Wounded Animals video for the song, “Taking Back the Land.” Donalda: Is there anything else you would like to do with music? Derek: I just want as many people as possible to listen to our message. Donalda: What can we look forward to as fans? Derek: Look forward to the new Wounded Animals album and more after that. Be aware of the Pocket Of Resistance in the works, and also the video’s, live shows and collaborations with other artists. Donalda: Is there anything else you’d like to share or you wish I had asked? Derek: Yah, don’t believe anything you hear, do your own research and Question the Answers! Donalda: Thanks Raven Madd! You can listen to a few of their songs at www.reverbnation.com/ woundedanimals or check out their new video at http://vimeo.com/groups/2471/videos/10413251.
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Updated March 9, 2011 • Administrative Assistant • Administrative Services Coordinator • Chambermaids (7) • Cook / Chef (3) • Front Desk (5) • Front Desk/ Night Audit • Housekeepers (3) • Loader &/ or Crusher Operator • Motel Managers (Couple) • Part Time Housekeeper • Part Time Receptionist • Photo Journalist • Servers (7) • Specialty Cook (International Cuisine) We are here to help. Please call or drop in. For more information on these jobs or other employment assistance services visit us at 99 Gorse Street, Valemount.
Winter is HERE! Brookfield Renewable Power would like to remind you of the dangers that exist on rivers this time of year. Because river currents can weaken ice – especially backwater currents close to dams – it can be very dangerous to travel on rivers whether on foot, on snowmobile, on skates, on skis, or on all-terrain vehicles (ATV). Also, a dam’s control gates can be activated remotely and will cause unsafe conditions such as water level and river current changes. Stay Safe! Brookfield Renewable Power wants to ensure that all of your outdoor recreational activities are positive and memorable experiences this winter.
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February 23, 2011 Valemount Learning Centre Riette Kenkel 33 hours/week during regular business hours $14.25/hr Health and Dental Benefits (after 3 months) Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must be a proven team player and comfortable in a team-based work environment. Excellent customer service skills Strong computer skills. Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Maximizer, Filemaker and Dreamweaver an asset. Ability to maintain client confidentiality. Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills. Work well under pressure. Must demonstrate initiative and work well with little supervision Job Duties: Please see front desk staff for detailed job description. How to Apply: Please submit resume and cover letter to: Valemount Learning Centre 99 Gorse Street, Box 789, Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0 Attention: Riette Kenkel mail: manager@valemountlearningcentre.org Closing Date: March 11,2011
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ACTIVITIES HOROSCOPE FOR THE WEEK by MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) A revolutionary surge of energy is coloring your entire mode of self-expression. Many thoughts about the future are leading you to consider the big picture. At best your mind is wide open, at worst you feel scattered and overwhelmed. You may want to escape somehow. Yet, you are being pushed to confront any doubts and fears, head on! Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) You are coming to many new realizations. Dreams and visions of what of what might be are a source of inspiration, or concern. Keeping your imagination in check is extra ideal now. You can hear the drum beats of change and a spirit of revolution is running in your veins. Your willingness to cooperate with the changing pace is important, so intend to. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Your imagination may be extra active these days. Turning to prayers and visualizations of how you would like things to be feels natural. You are more aware, as if suddenly. The more you realize the more you may want to know, or not at all. Yet, you do want answers to achieve a clear direction. Weave imagination, logic intuition and reason. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Well this is it, push has turned to shove. Resistance and delay now suggests denial, and/or a subconscious reaction to control the flow. The secret is to go with the flow and negotiate from there. Trying too hard to direct it will prove ineffectual and exhausting. Acknowledge others in your life and be grateful for all your relations; yet also take your own lead! Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Some cycles are deeper and more mysterious than others, like now. Yet you are also in the midst of many realizations and an awakening of your higher mind. At best you feel a passion and zeal for new adventures. At worst, you feel burdened by emotions - your own and those of others. Maintaining your center and a clear focus may be a challenge, concentrate your aim. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Some big energy is coming in now. Other key players and unprecedented circumstances are gaining your full attention. You want to know why and are eager to investigate. Giving to situations more than usual feels necessary. Yet, you are also meant to receive now and what is coming may be much more than you bargained for. Brace yourself! Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Looking to your health with a short and long term perspective is on your mind. Many changes are sweeping in now, some as if suddenly. You are willing to make whatever extra efforts are required to achieve your goals yet still be in the planning and/or negotiation phase. You want to play and enjoy life more and are willing to do whatever it takes. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) A creative wave is washing in, the sort you may want to catch and ride. Stimulating changes in your daily routine and overall lifestyle is more than a nice idea. The future beckons and you are probably quite certain you do not want to return to what was. Forward is often the best direction. Choosing between a variety of options may be the biggest challenge. Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) Something new is germinating close to home. Changes, renovations or simply clearing the clutter, or the air, is featured. You are ready to take a creative lead and make some bold moves. A spirit of adventure backed by a cry for freedom, are motivators. Reaching out to meet people and to make new friends is likely. At best, this is the beginning of a very creative cycle. Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) You are ready for fresh perspectives and original ideas. Your imagination has been activated and this could take you to new places and heights, unless they conjure negative scenarios. Unexpected events and turns close to home are part of the plot. These may make you want to run, or offer you the break you have been waiting for. Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) You are in the process of building upon new values, priorities and perspectives. Ready to try new things and see from different angles, a new you is emerging. At best, your level of awareness is expanding exponentially. Remaining centered in the process may be a challenge. Learn to ‘drop you mind into your heart’ and feel, listen and relate from there.
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The Great Escape Restaurant would like to thank the following people and businesses for their generous donations to the Silent Auction held for Sharon Moth on February 22nd CIBC Mystic Journey Vera Hauer Centennial Meats Sage Hair Studio RW Goodell Trucking By Choice Carpet Cleaning Valerie Barnes
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