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Landowners restart court action Local: Residents take reg. district and Min. of Transportation to court. Joshua Estabrooks Editor
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t has been over five years since a group of landowners in the Leona Creek area of Tete Jaune began court action against the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George and the Ministry of Transportation, and they have come to the conclusion that they are being discriminated against. Vern Davis, who has been spearheading the legal action, said he has waited far too long, and spent far too much money on legal fees to give up now, but he is starting to feel like the government’s lawyers are treating him differently because of his age. The land in question includes a number of lots owned by Davis, and some owned by his neighbour, Christa Maxeiner. The two landowners bought their land, thinking that everything was fine, but a second geo technical study that occurred after nearby Goslin Creek had a major slide event in 1993, changed the status of their land to high hazard, preventing the landowners from attaining building permits without providing their own geo tech studies, and severely devaluing their land, should they ever choose to sell. “I would have been able to sell my lots for much higher value if that study didn’t exist. My
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house here is estimated between $550,000 and $700,000 but I couldn’t get half of that.” For Davis, he feels the second study was not very thorough, and has his doubts that the risks are as high as the second study states. “I have been here in and around this Valley for 76 years and I don’t believe there is a risk. To my knowledge, no one has come out here to walk the ground and the drainage to truly assess the risk. They went by old aerial photos of the area. They didn’t talk to anyone who has lived in the Valley for any considerable length of time.” The court proceedings were ticking along, and lawyers for all parties had begun a mediation process, but all of a sudden the discussions ended, and the last scheduled mediation meeting was abruptly cancelled. It was supposed to take place in March of 2009, said Maxeiner. “I got a letter from my lawyer in May, 2008, and they said I could stay in my home. I changed my attitude when the government said that. I trusted them. Then they wanted to have another meeting and that was the one that was cancelled. I was really looking forward to that meeting.” Maxeiner also said that through the
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A wet walk for Terry Fox A hardy group of around 12 McBride residents walked, ran and cycled from McBride in the Terry Fox Run For Cancer Research September 19, commemorating Terry’s Marathon of Hope 30 years ago. Above, Astrid Tevely (left) and Sarah Harstad support the cause with their faithful companion, Duke.
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Fishing trip nets plenty of memories Joshua Estabrooks
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or local fishing enthusiast Dave Craig, a recent trip to the coast with friends and family netted a pretty exciting story. Craig, his son Devon, along with locals Vince Clark and Donovan Gee, headed down to Bella Coola on August 14 to spend a week on the open ocean, he said. Little did they know the smallest member of the group would end up catching the biggest fish. The annual fishing trip has been a tradition for 14 years, said Craig, and is always a highlight of the summer. “We saw a big humpback whale come out of the water about 50 feet away from us. He made a huge ring of bubbles and all of a sudden all these fish came boiling out of the water.” The whale came up with his mouth open, said Craig, scooping up the disoriented fish. Craig also got to stand on Alexander Mackenzie rock, which commemorates the furthest west the explorer travelled when he first explored the Canadian wilderness. “We also saw a large pod of dolphins
come right next to the boat, not to mention all the sea lions, seals and sea otters we saw on the shore.” A few days into the trip, Craig’s son Devon hooked the big one, a 140-pound Halibut, as he was jigging the bottom in about 380 feet of water. “I was jigging a bit, and I heard him say to Vinnie he had a big one on his line.” He asked Vinnie if he wanted to take over, but Vinnie said you caught it you winch it. Craig said Devon continued to reel it in for about 15 minutes, until he finally yelled that his arms were getting too sore to continue, which is when Craig took over for his son. “He was sitting on the rod and he was winching it in. You could tell he was playing out and pretty soon he had two hands on the reel.” Craig continued reeling the massive fish in for another 15 minutes, and said “it was like pulling a flat sheet of plywood off the bottom of the ocean. The sweat was just pouring off us.” The giant halibut was almost twice as big as Devon, who weighs in at around 90 pounds. For Craig, it was an exciting father son moment, and has given the both of them a great fishing story to tell their friends and family for years to come.
Devon Craig, Vince Clark and Donovan Gee take in Alexander Mackenzie Rock.
Dave Craig oversees the days catch.
Some of the wildlife the group got to see from the boat.
Young Devon Craig and his massive 140 pound Halibut.
Photos By Donovan Gee
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alemount RCMP are continuing their investigation into a fatal single vehicle accident that occurred on Sunday, September 12th on Hwy 5, just north of Valemount. Sergeant Pat McTiernan of the Prince George RCMP said that they are seeking public assistance in identifying possible witnesses to the incident which occurred at around 8:00 p.m. Sunday evening, near Blackman Road, approximately 5 km north of Valemount. Police believe that the vehicle involved, a mid-size sedan, 1997 green Toyota Camry passed a single pick-up truck that was also travelling north, just prior to the crash and police would like to speak to the driver of the newer model pick- up truck. Prior to the off road crash, a Valemount Detachment RCMP officer operating a marked police vehicle was travelling southbound on Hwy 5, when the officer observed a vehicle northbound travelling at a high rate of speed. The officer confirmed his visual observation via radar, confirming that the northbound vehicle was travelling at 145-146 km/h in a posted 100 km/h zone. The officer engaged his emergency equipment to safely complete a U-turn in order to attempt to stop the alleged violator for an excessive speed violation. As the officer completed his Uturn, he observed the vehicle con-
tinuing at a high rate of speed and witnessed it pass another northbound vehicle. This vehicle, the newer model pick-up truck, was passed by the offending vehicle, then pulled off to the side of the road to permit the marked police vehicle by. The officer lost visual contact with the speeding vehicle and within 5.2 km of the initial sighting came upon a fresh dust cloud and smelt a pungent odour of burnt rubber. The officer turned off the road with lights towards the ditch and found the Toyota Camry off the road in the ditch with the lone occupant driver inside. The BC Ambulance Services were immediately dispatched once the officer checked the single crashed Toyota Camry and found the lone occupant driver pinned in the vehicle. The driver, a 28 yr old Edmonton area male was pronounced deceased at the scene. The North District Traffic Services collision analyst attended the scene, in efforts to examine the physical evidence found and determine the causal factors of the crash. At this time investigators have confirmed that the vehicle encountered a tire failure prior to the crash which in part, combined with speed may have contributed to the vehicle losing control. “We can state that 2 minutes and 30 seconds elapsed from the time our officer first saw the northbound speeding vehicle, up to his coming upon the crash site and had travelled a distance of 5.2 km. Al-
though the officer did lose visual contact with the sighted offending vehicle, which was travelling at an excessive rate of speed, we can state with a high degree of certainty that the crashed vehicle is the vehicle that was initially seen. We do need to speak to the occupant(s) of that pick-up truck, as they will be able to shed some light as to what they observed” stated Cpl Dan Moskaluk. The Valemount RCMP and RCMP Victim Assistance Services are assisting the family of the deceased at this time in order to complete next of kin notification. RCMP investigators and the BC Coroners Services are continuing their investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident are requested to contact the Valemount RCMP at 250- 566-4466 or their local police services here in British Columbia and Alberta. Sergeant McTiernan said, in response to the many questions the public has been asking regarding this incident, that the investigation area covered more than the actual crash site, but this is not an unusual occurrence in a situation like this. “Many people think that a car crash is exactly what they see at the scene, but we may have circumstances that ask us to look further back. For example, if the driver of the sedan did blow a tire we might be looking for tire evidence way back beyond the scene that says the tire blew before he went into the ditch.”
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Forest survey results Joshua Estabrooks editor@thevalleysentinel.com The Village of McBride recently received the final report on the survey process that took place this year as part of Council’s re-examination of the Community Forest Board. GM, Marc von der Gonna, said that the public process took place in late May, and took the form of public meetings and a survey that was widely distributed throughout the community and the footprint of the community forest’s operating area. “It was advertised and sent out to all areas of the footprint, then it was followed up with a public meeting and the consultant also did follow up phone interviews if people wished to have them. The report is a compilation of that.” Out of the hundreds of surveys that went out, von der Gonna said only 38 completed surveys came back to the Village. He also said that it was very clear through the process that those who answered the survey wanted two main things from the board. ‘One attribute they wanted for the board was accountability and number two was profitability. People don’t want it to be run into the ground or serving a particular group.” He added that some responders requested that board members be edu-
cated as to how to properly take part in and manage the functioning of a board, as they didn’t feel some past board members knew the proper protocols or procedures. The final, thirty page report is available on the Village of McBride’s website, and goes over in detail the survey answers, breaking the data down into demographics and categorizing the concerns and comments. For example, the report states that the average years of residence for the 38 responders is thirtytwo.two, nineteen of which live within the Village and twelve of which who reside in the footprint. It also states that the top five attributes the survey responders wished to see as part of the board’s makeup, were accountability, profitability, accessibility, knowledge and longevity. Independence, open and fair bidding process, respect for important ecosystems, creativity and ethics rounded out the least important attributes. The report concluded with some recommendations for Council to consider. The report recommended that the community forest board engage in more information sharing with the general public, and provide regular financial updates on the overall health of the organization relative to other community forests around the province.
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ROAD CLOSURE Due to a culvert replacement, Highway #5 will be closed at McLennan Road. To avoid interference in the flow of traffic 24 hour detours through Loseth Road and McLennan Road will be in effect. Lakes District Maintenance will begin work on September 20, 2010 at 7:00am and will tentatively proceed until September 27, 2010. If you have any concerns or questions regarding the closure feel free to contact our office 250-566-4474 Lakes District Maintenance Ltd. would like to thank you in advance for your understanding as we undertake the culvert replacement on Highway #5
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» DAVE MARCHANT
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A political pickle
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ometimes an issue or event comes up that really makes you think about how strange and confusing the political games we play truly are. In picking back up on the story of the landowners near Leona Creek, I quickly realized the pickle local MLA Shirley Bond truly is in. She, as MLA for our constituency, has an obligation to help local residents navigate what is sometimes a confusing web of political bureaucracy, a web that many of us have chosen not to be a part of by living out here in the Robson Valley. But this issue is different, as it also involves a lawsuit against the very ministry she is now in charge of. It doesn’t take a genius to see the potential conflicts this situation has, but it doesn’t mean it absolves her of her obligation to the people who voted for her to represent them. We all know how easily and quickly politicians clam up when even the faintest whisper of legal action is on the wind, but at the same time these same politicians have been elected to help us get to the bottom of whatever issue we have. And this issue has been dragging on for far too long. I sympathize with the landowners, as it seems unfair to have purchased a piece of land under certain pretense, only to have that completely reversed in light of a recent event. If the land was considered high hazard, it should have been flagged long before they bought and built. On the flip side, if new information did come to light that increased the hazards to the residents, it should follow that some sort of compromise is worked towards that doesn’t overly penalize either party. Right now, the landowners are being penalized, and the government is washing their hands of the issue, waiting for the complainants to either give up or get too old to continue the fight, so it appears. So what’s the solution? I think the government should do a final and decisive study, and if in fact the hazards are as bad as the second study suggested, then some real and meaningful discussions should take place towards finding a solution that works for everyone. I am sure there is an element of buyer beware in this situation, to think like the government for a second, but if the data has changed, it is impossible to have done the proper due diligence back when the landowners originally purchased their properties. The key, in all of this, is for everyone to sit down and figure it out, without the tension and pressure of rounds of expensive court proceedings. If only it were that simple, right?
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hat are the advantages of four way stops? Old people, like me, will drive through the way they always did. They won’t see the signs. That is an advantage. They will drive into the first delivery truck and get killed. They won’t be around to spend years on end in the hospital. Those penniless that live don’t have a home to go to the government. Can’t leave them on the street. They have to have shelter and food and clothing and that is expensive, but they will jostle each other to get food and gather sellable items to get off the dole. They will try to ease their way. All this is expensive and Valemount is broke. Police will need to stay around making sure the crowd isn’t rowdy and its all so confusing? Will police declare a strike because they have to work long hours with no pay? Margaret McKirdy Valemount
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Dear Editor; O God I lift up my arms to you, in blessed Thanksgiving today. I bend my knee by a weeping tree, in thanks for a yearning to pray. O God I sing you a song of love and this song is a prayer. A song that is special and holy, I sing it everywhere. The tree doth weep its tears to earth, as I kneel to God and pray. Together we weep this tree and I, for a Saviour who went away. Also the tree will whisper, a song and a sweet refrain. It sings with all of nature, that Christ is returning again. In your hands, God, is my destiny and lo I do behold. A mystical crown and an aura, a light of the purest gold. Hear the voice of a weeping tree, and thrill to the musical sound. For on bended knee beneath the tree, the cross and the sword are found. In your hands, God, is my destiny there is a song and a cry of pain. A cry that our Saviour left and a song that He’s coming again. Crying and singing and weeping, down on my knee I pray. In great Thanksgiving to God, for the crown He’s given today. Stella Barnes Valemount
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Community Awareness Night Donalda Beeson Contributor
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ommunity Awareness Night was a smashing success, with a full parking lot. There were over 40 different hobby clubs, sports and recreation groups, public service clubs and church groups, social service organizations, special event organizations, and their individual booths, not to mention an estimated 160 eager community members in attendance, September the 15th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Valemount Community Hall. It was a pretty excellent turn out for an informal ad-hoc group. Darryl Polyk, one of the organizing members of the evening, said they have no title and were initially organized by Carol Bustin, who knew of the model, which worked in other communities, and saw the potential it could have here.
The evening served as a bit of a meet and greet, and provided the varied and interesting community groups, clubs, organizations and associations in and around Valemount with an opportunity to get together under one roof and share all their fun activities, ideas and schedules for this fall and winter. The evening also hosted registrations for adult hockey, Minor Hockey and the Canoe Valley Figure Skating Club, and advertised Recreational Volleyball on Tuesdays from 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 p.m., and Recreational Badminton, Thursdays 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Polyk and the group were impressed by the turn out and response of both the organizations and community members. “It was awesome, people said the energy in the hall was great,” and it was about as exciting and busy as they have ever seen the Community Hall.
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Adult Recreational Badminton Adult Recreational Volleyball Anglican United Church Birgitta McDonald - yoga instructor Canoe Valley Recreation Centre Canoe Valley Skating Club Circle Dancing CNC CNC-NORE Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL) Ducks Unlimited Harmony Yoga Therapy Kiwa Culture and Crafts Nancy Taylor (M.Ed. CCC) - Counselling and Consulting Regena Bergen - meditation classes Returning Flow Acupuncture Robson Valley Support Society (RVSS) Toastmasters Tourism Valemount Trading Post Crafters Guild United Way "Success By 6" Valemount & Area Chamber of Commerce Valemount & Area Recreation Development Association (VARDA) Valemount Arts and Cultural Society Valemount Community Band Valemount Community Church Valemount Community Television (VCTV) Valemount Curling Club Valemount Food Bank Valemount Gun Club Valemount Gymnastics Club Valemount High School Rodeo Valemount Learning Centre Valemount Legion Branch 266 Valemount Marina Association Valemount Minor Hockey Association Valemount MMA Club Valemount Museum & Historical Society Valemount Rodeo Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club Valemountain Days Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Assoc. (YORA)
Betty and Jamie Gray Susanne Bloodoff Pat Bennett Birgitta McDonald Lyle Lewis Karen Doughty Micah Yoder Riette Kenkel Sandra Craig Kim Thorn Elsie Buck Kathryn Griffith Marion Farquharson Nancy Taylor Regena Bergen Micah Yoder Shelly Battensby Pat Bennett Jennifer Robinson Jeanette Lorenz Kim Thorn Marie Bikbeck Curtis Pawliuk Darryl Polyk Greg Barmby Jeanette Pridham Andru McCracken Dan Piper Dorothy Jones Paul Johnson Karen Doughty Melanie Brown Riette Kenkel Les Dammann Hollie Blanchette Pete Pearson Erik Myggland Raghu Lokanathan Bob & Lorna Griffin Riette Kenkel Christine Torgerson Patricia Thoni
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Residents check out the many community groups in attendance at the Community Awareness Night held on Wednesday, September 15 at the Valemount Community Hall.
14th ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC
IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL CHARITIES, PROGRAMS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Yellowhead Helicopters Ltd. hosted their 14TH Annual Charity Golf Classic on September 11th of this year. The Tournament was held at Valemount Pines Golf & Country Club where 64 golfers participated in the event. Participants of the golf tournament traveled from Vancouver, Toronto, Okanagan, Prince George and Edmonton to enjoy the weekend and the spectacular scenery offered in our valley.
The Tournament raised over $5 000, which will be donated to local charities and clubs to be used within the community. We are currently accepting written requests (mail, fax, email) for the use of these proceeds. In your request, please include: the name of the Organization, a description of the use of the funds, and timing of when the funds are needed. We would like to express our thanks for the generous support of our sponsors. The success of this year’s Tournament is in no small part due to their participation. BRONZE SPONSORS Aviall Canada Ltd. Helicopter Accessory Service Ltd. Canada Royal Bank of Canada Select Helicopter Services Ltd GOLD SPONSORS Bell Helicopter Textran Canada Ltd. Best Western Valemount Inn & Suites Canadian Air Parts SkyTrac Systems Ltd. PLATINUM SPONSORS Sheppard Insurance Services Inc. Valemount Home Hardware Yellowhead Helicopters Ltd. Sincerely, Carl Forman
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• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm • TOASTMASTERS at The Best Western 7:30pm9:30pm
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• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am
• Adult Computer class at the Valemount Library 6:30pm-8:30pm • Lion’s Bingo at Valemount Lions Hall tonight. Doors open at 6 PM
• TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit in McBride • 7-9 PM VFD mtg @ Fire Hall • Valley Museum & Archives in McBride: Jeck Family Pioneering Family Series until Oct 27th
OCT 4
OCT 5
• Valemount Seniors Carpet Bowling 9am
• Adult Computer class at the Valemount Library 6:30pm-8:30pm
• TOPS 6:30pm at the Health Unit in McBride • 7-9 PM VFD mtg @ Fire Hall • Valley Museum & Archives in McBride: Jeck Family Pioneering Family Series until Oct 27th
• Valley Museum & Archives in McBride: Jeck Family Pioneering Family Series until Oct 27th
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SEPT 29
SEPT 28
• Cribbage 1pm - 4pm at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge in lower lounge
• Cribbage 1pm - 4pm at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge in lower lounge
• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm • Valemount MMA Club sign up night 3pm-8pm upstairs at The Trading Post
OCT 1
• Valley Museum & Archives in McBride: Jeck Family Pioneering Family Series until Oct 27th
OCT 7
OCT 6
• Cribbage 1pm - 4pm at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge in lower lounge
• Valemount Seniors Music Night 7-9pm
OCT 8
• Valley Museum & Archives in McBride: Jeck Family Pioneering Family Series until Oct 27th
• Valley Museum & Archives in McBride: Jeck Family Pioneering Family Series until Oct 27th • Women’s Conference Workshop Sat Sept 25. See below for info
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• Valley Museum & Archives in McBride: Jeck Family Pioneering Family Series until Oct 27th
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• VALEMOUNT CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY CENTRE Board Meeting 2nd Mon. 7 pm @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door).
• PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD MEETING EVERY 2ND WED. 5 PM DOWNSTAIRS AT THE LIBRARY. • PUBLIC HEALTH UNIT Prenatal Classes, Baby Clinics Call 566-9138 ext 228 for appointments. • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 pm Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458. • COUNCIL MEETING 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 pm, council chambers. Everyone welcome. • 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
• ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION General meetings every 3rd Mon of month 7:30pm in Legion. • LIONS BINGO 1st & 3rd Mon, at Lions Hall, doors open 6pm, everyone welcome. • LADIES AUXILIARY #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3pm in Valemount Legion. • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs of every month at 7pm downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. Seniors Music Night 7PM WED • VALEMOUNT CIRCLE DANCE. For more info please contact 250 566-0095 • ADULT RECREATION BADMINTON. Thurs at 7pm in th Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Jamie @250 566-4656
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• ADULT RECREATIONAL VOLLYBALL. Tues from 7pm - 9pm. Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Shelley Mainprize @ 250 566-9854
TETE JAUNE • TETE JAUNE COMMUNITY CLUB meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7pm at the Tete Jaune Hall.
MCBRIDE • VALLEY PIECEMAKERS QUILT GUILD Every other Wednesday. 7:00 pm in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 5693210. • ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Every Sun, 8 pm at the Health Unit. • OAPO STITCH & KNIT Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 pm, Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305 • ALANON every Mon. 8pm at the Health Unit
• 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. • 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 • DOOR STORIES SERIES 2008-2009 Art Exhibition by Pamela Cinnamon. Nov 12 2009 - Jan 15 2010 at the Museum/Library Building 241 Dominion St. McBride
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Robson Valley Growers group Dunster protest continues has successful summer season A Birgit Stutz Contributor
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he Robson Valley Growers group has had a busy summer seeding, weeding, watering, harvesting and selling produce. Since the beginning of July, the growers group has also been attending the newly formed farmers market in Jasper. “There is a group of us that is going to the Jasper farmers market every week,” said Robson Valley Growers president Marion Cousineau. “Jasper people want fresh, local food. They like the fact that we grow naturally, pesticide free food. Very rarely do we come back home with any produce. We have gotten to know some of the customers and look forward to seeing them every week. We’ve also established contact with some of the restaurants. They are willing to sit down with us and discuss
Individual growers have also been attending the McBride and Dunster farmers markets over the summer. “We also attended the Robson Valley Music Festival,” said Cousineau. “It gave us some exposure as locally we haven’t had a physical presence.” The group is also in the process of designing a website where growers can list what they have for sale and buyers can put in their orders. “Our focus over the summer has been on growing and harvesting, and the core group is involved with the Jasper market, but our focus this fall will be on the website so we can offer our produce and other products locally and further away,” said Cousineau. “We do have some year-round items and some storage crops, and there will be pumpkins, squash, onions and garlic coming in the next few weeks. A few members have products that they make from
“Our focus over the summer has been on growing and harvesting, and the core group is involved with the Jasper market, but our focus this fall will be on the website so we can offer our produce and other products locally and further away,”~ Marion Cousineau
availability and quantity.” Cousineau said between eight to ten Robson Valley growers usually attend the Jasper farmers market, with a core group of five people that have attended most of the markets. “The market sees a few hundred people come through every week. We found that it is very successful. It’s been a good experience for us, really positive.” The Jasper farmers market is sponsored by the Jasper Local Food Society and is held each Wednesday in the parking lot of the Legion from noon to 3:00 p.m. It is Jasper’s first outdoor market in years. There are also some indoor markets in Jasper, which the group has attended as well. “We attended two over the course of the summer,” said Cousineau. “Our loyal customers were there. At the Jasper farmers market, we tend to be the only produce vendors, whereas at the indoor markets there are some other produce vendors as well. We came up with a logo and made some aprons with logos, which helps identify us at the markets and also helps set us apart at the indoor markets.” Cousineau said that since the McBride Farmers Market is on Fridays and the Dunster Farmers Market on Saturdays, the Jasper organizers coordinated with the growers group and scheduled the Jasper market for Wednesdays. “It’s worked out well for us,” said Cousineau, adding that there will be one more market this season. The growers usually meet in Tete Jaune and carpool from there to Jasper. “One member has an enclosed cargo trailer, so we load our produce into the trailer,” said Cousineau. “We sometimes take other growers’ produce that can’t go to the market on a consignment basis.”
things that they have grown over the summer, such as honey, soaps, handcreams, and meat products.” The website will also have contact info for the producers and lists of what products they sell, recipes, growing tips, gardening tips, as well as anything to do with sustainability and healthy food. Cousineau said not all the food listed on the website will be organic; however, growers will have to indicate on their individual profiles whether they are certified organic, organic, conventional, or something inbetween. The group’s website can be found at www.robsonvalleygrowers. ca, but Cousineau said it is still in its infancy. If anybody would like more info on the group or is interested in participating in the group, they can contact Cousineau at 250-968-4479 or send an email to info@robsonvalleygrowers.ca. “Anybody is welcome,” she said. “It’s mainly for growers, but even if you are a supporter, you can join the group and come out to the meetings.” According to the group’s website, the Robson Valley Growers is a cooperative group of farmers, ranchers and gardeners. The group, which is a subset of the Three Valleys Community Development Co-operative, was formed in the fall of 2009 with the purpose of co-ordinating the marketing efforts of its members in selling directly to the consumers. The group is comprised of a broad cross section of the agricultural community, including grain farmers, market gardeners, meat and egg producers, as well as parttime gardeners. Cousineau is the president of the group, Dallas Bullock is the vice-president, Deb Cochrane is the treasurer and Jackie Edwards is the secretary.
Donalda Beeson Contributor s children across the Province went back to school recently, at least one group of children was left school-less. Parents joined by concerned community members, are still protesting the closure of the Dunster School of Fine Arts last school year. The persistent protest to reopen the school involves continuing to educate the children within the community and as a community, currently out of a wall tent on the Dunster General Store property, adjacent to the closed school. On Wednesday, September 8, in the afternoon, the lobbyers were paid a visit from William Van Osch, Trustee for School District 27 in the Caribou Chilcotin area. He is the man they say is responsible for single-handedly forcing the reopening of the Forest Grove School, 25 kilometres outside of 100 Mile House. He gave an inspiring talk, answered community questions, and imparted his message, “Don‘t give up… don’t let it die.” Also there, was first time filmmaker, Charles Jones with HunCity Productions, who documented the provincewide fight to keep rural schools open. The documentary is called, “Schools Out?” and pointed out that, “In BC, resource extraction is the primary source of wealth,“ and “urban centers benefit from rural development,” however in the last decade almost 200 schools have closed in BC, and an unfairly high percentage of these are rural.
Since small communities are the backbone of our resource-based province, we need and want families to stay in these areas and stay together, so we need the government to fight for these schools. In the video, Bruno Dehier of the Forest Grove school, reminded us that the “School is just a tool for learning,” it is really about the children. The message of the film was we need to “save the heart and soul of or rural communities”, our children and hence our schools, not to mention shuttling these over-enthusiastic kids to nearby schools over 30 kilometres away would be so draining on the children aged 5-12. It is not surprising that Dunster, as a community, is still fighting back; these people simply think “education is important enough to fight for,” and that taking the future out of rural provinces, is not an option. It is evident they agree with the old adage, “it takes a community to raise a child,” as they ask, how does it help to take children out of their community, and how are parents supposed to stay involved? Dunster has always been a close-knit community who stands up for their rights, especially when it comes to maintaining their right to educate their children within their own community, so you won’t be seeing them back down anytime soon. There are many ways to support this effort; you are invited to join the people across BC trying to save the heart and soul of our communities by getting involved.
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McBride Husky undergoes significant renovations
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t may appear that the Husky gas station in McBride is closed due to some excavations and major renovations, but McBride Husky part owner Melvin Taphorn confirmed that the service station is still open for business. “We are replacing the tanks and getting rid of the old pumps,” said Taphorn. “There will be new pumps, and each pump will pump all types of fuel. The new pumps will also allow customers to pay with a credit card directly at the pump. When it’s all said and done,
especially when it is real busy, it will put traffic flow through way easier. The downfall might be that people may not come into the store as much.” The outside of the building will receive a new paint job, signs will be replaced and the lot will be repaved. Once completed, the building will also sport a new canopy. Taphorn said no work would be done on the inside of the store. “We’re pretty modern,” he said. In order to serve people during construction, the side pumps, which usually contain purple gas, have been turned into regular pumps. Taphorn said the renovations are a two-month
job. “It’s a big job. We should be back to normal on November 1. It’s a bit of a hassle, but we try to keep the flow going. It’s the best time of year to do it, and the contractor is very efficient. It’s complicated with the environmental rules.” Taphorn said the renovations and upgrades would allow the service station to serve locals and the travelling public better. “We’ve asked for it pretty much ever since we took [Husky] over. They’re a great company to work for.” The work has been contracted out to T.C. Electric and Petroleum Installations out of Prince George.
Eat For Life; patient testimonials on why it works for them Donalda beeson Contributor
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he health benefits are revolutionary, the weight loss is undeniable, and the journey is exciting for anyone with a vested interest in their health. Dr. Stefan Du Toit and his Eat for Life groups are a beacon of hope for people who wish to get their weight in check and/or take a different approach towards their health. They set realistic goals, follow a strict low glycemic index-eating plan (restricting carbohydrate intake), exercise diligent portion control (but don’t necessarily exercise), and offer continu-
ous support to each other in a group setting, based out of the Valemount Health Center. One of Dr. Du Toit’s participants from Group 2, Michelle Burstrom said “having that support of the group… really makes you more accountable… You weigh in, measure yourself, talk about your successes, backslides, and the psychological dependence on carbohydrates.” Another inspiring member from Group 2, Sam Piper agrees that the group makes you accountable, but thinks that it all starts with supporting yourself. She “is at the lowest weight of her adult life,” after losing
Valemount Community Forest Co. Ltd.
LOCAL MANUFACTURER’S MEETING 7:00 pm, September 28, 2010 at the Valemount Learning Centre • Gain a better understanding of the existing log manufacturing capacity and log supply requirements in the area. • Identify opportunities for the VCF to meet local log supply requirements. • Collectively discuss ideas/options that might be available to help develop and expand our local manufacturing capacity. This meeting is designed for existing log manufacturers and/or persons interested in starting up a log manufacturing business in the area. Please confirm your attendance by e-mail to vcfadmin@valemount.ca, or by leaving a message with Jody Newham at 250-566-4601.
Shane Bressette, RFT Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd. Box 1017, Valemount, BC, V0E 2Z0
250-566-4601 (office) 250-566-1371 (cell) • 250-566-4602 (fax) forestry@valemount.ca
70 pounds since the end of February. She emphasizes, “it’s not a diet, it’s a lifestyle change,” and “it is allowing me to love other things other than food. Food had control of my life,” and she admits she had, “no concept,” of regular portion sizes. Now she “thinks about things before I shove them in my mouth,” and understands labels. It’s mostly about, “changing your body to run on something else,” she said, “everyone trains their body to run on sugar because it’s easy and it’s expendable, but it’s not a long term energy source.” Her breakfast now consists of an apple and yogurt, and she, “feels less hungry, and more satisfied. Now carbs actually make me feel sick.” Though she did say, “the first couple of weeks were hell, because it is an addiction like any other…if you are using food any other way than to nourish your body, you are abusing food.” She warns that it’s not easy but it is worth it, “If you don’t want it there is no point going into the clinic, because no one can force you to do it, but if you want it then it will make a difference, and the difference is fantastic; how you feel about yourself, how you present yourself, it’s everything.” She see’s her hard work as an accomplishment, and said, you have to make the choice, and when you do “it makes you feel so self empowered, now I feel like I can do anything.” The gradual and healthy weight loss
is even taking care of the extra skin that some people find they still have after losing weight so quickly. Piper said, “if you don’t eat at night, after dinner…that’s when your body creates the hormone (HCG), while you’re sleeping, which allows your skin to suck up.” She also said that in his presentation to the community, Dr. Jay Wortman, “hit the nail right on the head,” and felt he had the proof to back it. There is a long and growing waitlist to get into one of Dr. Du Toit’s Eat for Life groups. However, as constant patient monitoring and medical supervision is mandatory, and there is only a limited number of health professionals working on this, they just cannot take everyone. It is not because it is a, “cult,” as it has been called, but because it could be dangerous to try on your own, especially if you have any previous health conditions and/or are on medication. There is an obvious risk of relapse, as just one dreaded “carb binge” could restore your hunger and cause one to eat more carbohydrates, leading back into your old problems. It’s is recommended not to try this eating plan on your own, and only to consider this diet as advised by a physician and in conjunction with physician monitoring. If you are interested in participating, you can call the Health Center or ask your Doctor.
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Yoga instructor returns to Valley Donalda Beeson Contributor
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Top Left: Joan Hughes performs at the CIBC Ladies Night Out, an event to raise awareness for Breast Cancer. Top Right: Doreen Beck serenades attendees during dinner. Bottom: CIBC employees Barbara Battensby and Diana Piper help host the event at the Best Western.
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n this court date of August 5th Kevin Friesen pled guilty to charges of impaired driving. With a less than ideal driving record and driving without consideration the judge fined him $1,000. He has until August of 2011 to pay in full and has had his licence suspended for a one year time period. Thomas Vandenobelen appeared in court for his sentencing hearing. Last month the judge found Thomas guilty of assaulting two youths during an incident that occurred in April, 2009. Vandenobelen received a suspended sentence with terms. He was or-
dered to have no contact with the two youths, keep the peace and be of good behaviour, report to a probation officer, provide a written apology to the youths that he assaulted, and is expected to comply with all conditions. The crown will have the right to revoke the suspended sentencing order if Vandenobelen does not successfully adhere to all the terms. Carmen Byford has breeched her conditional sentence order for the second time and has since been in custody awaiting a hearing on September 20th in Supreme Court.
Mica Mountain Transport Overnight service from Edmonton, Kamloops & Kelowna Service to Hinton, Jasper and The Robson Valley
Phone Jim or Chris Morris (250) 566-9907 or (250) 566-1179
et ready to get limber, because Kathryn Smith nee Griffith, is bringing Yoga to Valemount once again. Smith, who offered classes at the Wellness Center in Valemount two years ago, has been teaching in Victoria and Dunster in between, and now she is back. Originating in India, Yoga is a traditional discipline, combining the mental and physical. Today countless people practice it in various forms with various goals, ranging from improved health to achieved enlightenment. Smith, a registered and certified Yoga instructor, is offering three classes a week, at $10 each on a drop in basis. Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. is a Pilates Yoga fusion, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. is Hatha Yoga, and Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. is Power Yoga. All classes are suitable for beginners, as well as more advanced practitioners, said Smith. Yoga is an individualist discipline, the unique thing being that “anyone should be able to do any class, because you
take it only as far as you are able to.” She stressed that, “it’s not about what it looks like it’s about what you can do.” Hatha Yoga, “is a traditional class, and good introduction,” since “you learn the basic poses, go into them fairly slowly and hold the poses longer,” and she added, “There is more of a focus on body awareness, gaining flexibility, and becoming more aware of what Yoga is.” Power Yoga developed “for people that want a faster class,” because she said, “you move quickly from one pose to the next. It helps with concentration, because you’re really focused on moving through those poses.” It is also more cardiovascular and a full body workout, she said. Smith, who has been practicing Yoga for 10 years, said she started in high school as a way to stay active without being competitive. Four years ago she took her teacher training, “as a way to advance,” because she had reached a plateau and, “teacher training is the next level that lets you explore all the other aspects of Yoga, besides the physical postures.”
The classes will take place upstairs in the new Trading Post. She will also be offering a free community class the last Sunday of every month, just bring a donation for the food bank. She wants people to come and discover what Yoga is, “It’s really down to earth, easy to understand, and the benefits are more than just physical, you feel more relaxed, and it’s great for stress.” She is really hoping people will just come try it, and see these things for themselves. Watch for her posters and schedules around town.
Kathryn Smith
McBride postal workers lose hours Birgit Stutz Contributor
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ccording to a notice put up at the McBride Post Office by the Canada Postmasters and Assistants Association (CPAA), Canada Post Corporation is planning to reduce the staffing level at the McBride post office by reducing staffing hours. CPAA, the union which represents Canada’s rural post office employees (CPAA is not affiliated with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers who represents urban post office employees), has concerns that these hour cuts will decrease the level of customer service available at the McBride post office. “Presently Canada Post is targeting our rural communities and jobs as a way to cut costs,” said Barb Lincoln, President of the CPAA, British Columbia and Yukon Branch. “Of course this means loss of service and viable work within our rural communities. It has become increasingly difficult
for the employees of this office to provide the standard of service that is expected of them. CPAA recently consulted with Canada Post in regard to the McBride Post Office. We do not agree that this community deserves a cut in service or a reduction to a position for a rural member of McBride. We feel that the corporation is basing their decision solely on revenue and not taking into consideration the needs of the community. In rural Canada, our post offices are an integral part of our communities and we do not want to see a decrease in the service provided to our customers. However, Canada Post is going to follow through with its plan to do so. Rural Canada deserves so much more, and as members of rural communities we need to speak up now and let our Government know we deserve and are entitled to a better level of service Canada Post has in mind for us.” Lincoln said that resident action could make a difference. “As a Federal Crown Corporation, Canada
Notice to Single Parents
ew Life Centre N Valemount New Life Centre Is holding a Clothing Giveaway on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 10:00 - Noon All clothing has been donated by Fields Department Store. 250-566-4824 1245 - 1st Avenue, Valemount
Post takes direction from and is accountable to the Government of Canada. We need your assistance to stop the reduction of service at the McBride post office. We invite you to share your concerns and make your voice heard by contacting Canada Post, your local MP Jay Hill and CPAA.” Colleen Frick, Director of Communications, Western Canada, Canada Post, said the hours of operation at the post office have not been and will not be reduced. “It is an adjustment to employees work hours,” she said. “There is no change to post office hours. The post office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Post office hours have been like that for quite some time. They won’t be changing.” Questions regarding how many employees will be affected by these cuts, if the cuts involve layoffs, when they will take place and what the cuts mean for the customers were not answered by Canada Post or CPAA.
Valemount Community Church
Video Talks By Mark Driscol on the Book of Ruth Sundays at 9:00 a.m. as follows:
September 5th – God’s hand in our Blessing September 12th – God’s Hand in our Risks September 19th – God’s Hand in our Shrewdness September 26th – God’s Hand in our Redemption
For further details phone 250-566-4772 1275, 5th Avenue
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World River’s Day: Fraser Heritage Festival Russ Purvis Contributor
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here can’t be many international days or celebrations that have their origination in British Columbia. World River’s Day on September 26th was inspired by BC River’s Day. It was first celebrated by a garbage and debris cleanup along the banks of the Thompson River in 1980. After the popularity and growth of the event spread throughout the Province, Mark Angelo, currently chair of the Rivers Institute at the British Columbia Institute of Technology http://commons.bcit.ca/riversinstitute/, approached several agencies of the United Nations. In 2005 the first World River’s Day was celebrated. Today it is celebrated in over a dozen
countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, as well as North & South America. The Robson Valley is particularly blessed with the precious resource of fresh water. Located between the mountain ranges of the Rockies and Cariboos, rain and melted snow flow down the slopes and underground to the Fraser River basin below. The Fraser River begins in nearby Mt. Robson Park. The Valley has near countless streams and creeks including many notable river tributaries: Small River, the Holmes, the Dore, the Goat, the Morkill and the Torpy. Our primary river, the Fraser serves as the spawning highway for untold numbers of salmon, as they search for their spawning gravels of the upper reaches, and tributary creeks and rivers. It’s a lot to celebrate: being
part of the largest watershed, and river system of our Province, the largest undammed river in North America, and historically one of the most productive wild salmon rivers on the planet! So join in the free festivities, music & refreshments this coming weekend Sept. 25-26th at the McBride Community Hall. Organized by the Robson Valley Arts and Culture Council, exhibits & sales for visual arts will be hosted on Saturday, while opportunities to view the performing arts will be on Sunday. Doors will open between 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. In the visual arts categories, 24 entries or more will be featured from Valemount to Dome Creek, including: knitting, sculpted stone, leaded glass works, and the painting mediums/surfaces of water colours, acrylic,
Valemount Council briefs Donalda Beeson Contributor
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he regularly scheduled council meeting for the Village of Valemount was held on September 14th. Mayor Bob Smith, Councillors Rita Tchir, Bobbi Roe, Murray Capstick, Cynthia Piper, Chief Administrative Officer Tom Dall and Corporate Officer Sandy Salt attended. VARDA Council Representative Appointed Council carried a motion to appoint Councillor Piper as their representative for the Valemount Area Recreation Development Association, Board of Directors, for the 2010/2011 season. CAO Report: Secondary Suites Review CAO Tom Dall provided council with a report regarding the feasibility of Secondary Suites, as requested in a letter from Rhondi Hurlbut, June 22. Council carried a motion to wave the cost of the fees and proceed with the legislative process of amending the OCP and Bylaws. CAO Report: Tourism Valemount/Information Center CAO Tom Dall provided council with a report seeking approval to utilize a portion of the Information Center as the Office for the Tourism Committee. Council carried a motion, approving staff to find a method to keep the heat down in the
building during the summer months and provide a report during the budget process for Council’ s consideration.
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he regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held September 14 with Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillors Irene Rejman, Mike Moseley, Loranne Martin, Rick Thompson, and Deputy Administrator/Treasurer Danielle Smith in attendance. Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine and Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements were absent. Development Variance Permit approved Council carried a motion that Development Variance Permit DVP03-10 for the property legally described as Lot 7, Block 5, Plan 1373, DL5316 Cariboo District be approved. Regular Council meeting cancelled Council carried a motion that the regu-
Banff Mountain Film Festival returns to Valemount Theatre
CO Report: NDIT-Valemount Community Hall Renovations Accountability Agreement Council carried a motion, as recommended by CO Sandy Salt, to approve the Mayor and CAO to sign the Accountability Agreement with Northern Development Initiative Trust for the Valemount Community Hall Renovations. Tax Exempt Property Bylaw No. 658, 2010 3rd Reading Council carried a motion to give a 3rd reading to the Permissive Tax Bylaw #658, which provides municipalities with the authority to exempt certain lands and/ or improvements from municipal property taxation, and as well as Churches and Senior’s Housing complexes, will include buildings involved in land leases with the Village. Twin Hills Cleanup Underway Councillor Piper reported to council that she attended a Community Forests meeting and, regarding the Twin Hills brush piles and skid trails, they will be doing their best to clean it up before the snow flies. They will be burning the piles and shaping up the hills so that it will be ready for families to toboggan on this winter.
McBride Council briefs Birgit Stutz Contributor
and velvet. Each submitted piece will have the opportunity to be professionally critiqued. On Sunday, in addition to the featured speaker, Wayne Salewski, providing a River’s Day presentation featuring community ideas for riparian restoration projects, there will be a “Wearables” Fashion Show. It will provide a chance to see clothing made in or sold from Odd’s & Ends. There will also be information available for an upcoming clothing design & pattern making class. A display will complement the fashion show with examples of: jackets, pants, knitting, crochet, beading, needlepoint, embroidery, etc. In addition, the Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild will have quilts on display and for sale.
lar Council meeting of September 28 be cancelled. MCFC board structure survey Council carried a motion that the McBride Community Forest Corporation board structure survey from Roxanne Yanishewski & Associates be taken out of in camera and be made available to the public. Boat launch Mayor Frazier will be contacting the Ministry of Fisheries and Environment regarding a possible boat launch by the Fraser bridge at the new site by Raven Road where the old dump site used to be. He will try to find out what the requirements are if the Village was to put a boat launch on that side of the river. Obtaining this information will give the Village an idea of what it would cost to go ahead with this type of project.
Screenshot from the film Medeoz
Joshua Estabrooks
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ot on the heels of the largest, and one of the most prestigious, mountain festivals in the world, the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour has hit the road, with stops planned in about 285 communities and 30 countries across the globe. This year’s tour features a collection of the most inspiring and thoughtprovoking action, environmental, and adventure mountain films. Travelling from remote landscapes and cultures to up close and personal with adrenaline-packed action sports, the 2009/2010 World Tour is an exhilarating and provocative exploration of the mountain world. The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is produced by Mountain
Screenshot from the film Speedflying
Culture at The Banff Centre, and features award-winning films and audience favorites from approximately 300 films entered in the annual festival in Banff. In Valemount, the Valemount Arts and Cultural Society will be hosting the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, which is sure to bring the spirit of outdoor adventure to all those who attend the high school theatre. The tour stop in Valemount will feature films on outdoor adventure, as well as cultural experiences. Tickets cost $20.00 and are available at Infinity. As of yet the feature film has not been chosen, but organizer Neysa Weatherbee said that they would be choosing a feature film that explores culture. There will be a number of shorter length films on outdoor adventure, so again this year, there will be something for everyone.
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Fashion show raises much needed funds for Church
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he Anglican United Church women held their fall fashion show and tea at the church hall last week. All the clothes and fashions were selected
Betty Bowron models a long, bright red dress.
from the thrift store in the basement of the church. The models showed the audience their selections and ideas on how they would wear their chosen
Eleanor Johnson is wearing a bright and colourful folk costume.
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fashions. Donations and purchases help many people and go towards helping the church function.
Jane McClinton is ready to go for a walk, to the store, or whatever the day holds for her in this black sweater adorned with Japanese characters.
Kim McNaughton is wearing orange SpongeBob squarepants Rob Sharpe and Rick Thompson are ready to go to work in these coveralls. fleece pajamas with a pink brushed terry robe to keep extra warm. Photos By Birgit Stutz/The Valley Sentinel
Thelma Molendyk wears a white long night gown accented with pink flowers, pink slippers, and a dark red velour robe. Her pink teddy bear accompanied her on the catwalk.
Sherry Wiltze is modeling a two-toned blue rayon long dress that has gathering at the back waist.
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Kiwa Crafts explores novel idea for new business venture Donalda beeson Contributor
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t’s a modern day “Stitch and Bitch!” Or as my friends and I call a day doing art projects, a “Crafternoon”. Crafting is gaining popularity and a new business in town has taken note; and in light of a dark, long winter approaching, they have responded with a novel idea. It’s been called a crafts gymnasium, but it’s technically a revamped coffee shop, the new Kiwa is no longer Kiwa Coffee, it’s Kiwa Crafts, and they want you to, “Get hooked on a hobby!” The passion was evident as owner, Shona Thorne and one the driving forces behind the idea, her mother Marion Farquharson, excitedly toured me through the creating area and explained the idea. The problem, said Thorne, is she hasn’t been able to find a model for this; it seems no one else is doing anything similar. As they point out in their brochure, the model is similar to a gym; you buy a membership, come as often and whenever you like, use the equipment, take advantage of the supplies, kits, creative support, advice, and ideas, and/ or utilize the central venue to host and/or take part in the demonstrations, workshops, and classes. They advise, “taking time for yourself--even as little as one to two hours a week, [to] reduce stress and help you feel more balanced.” In a fast paced, cluttered world, this unique idea offers up both space and time. The well-lit, large work area, offers smaller work stations for indi-
Shona Thorne and Marion Farquharson invite you to come in and start a hobby.
VACS presents Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour.
Sunday Sept 26th 7:30pm Tickets at infinity $20 each Valemount Community Theatre
The Valemount Saddle and Wagon Club would like to thank the following sponsors and volunteers for their support towards our Poker Ride. We successfully raised approximately $1600 for our club, of which 10% will be donated to the Prince George Equine Rescue. Thank you!
The following volunteers assisted with our checkpoints:
The following restaurants provided gift certificates for our volunteers:
Edna Plamondon Janet Dewey Dot Williams Ron and Betty Spruvey Michelle Hayman Chris Crawford Marion Farquharson Dan Kenkel
Great Escape Pepe’s Caribou Grill China House Abernathy’s
The following sponsors provided prizes for our participants: Kiwa Cultural and Craft Centre Spruce Capital Feeds, Prince George The Farm Store, McBride Dunster General Store The Horse Barn, Kamloops Wells Gray Inn, Clearwater Carrie Johnson
Maureen Williams Ken Nicholas Gary Dewey Greenhawk, Prince George Princess Auto, Prince George Home Hardware, Valemount
Thank you to Conway Carriage Septic Services for providing free clean out of the porta-potty. And a special thank-you to Dr. Herman Keyter for his generous donation of $100 which will be gifted to the Prince George Equine Rescue.
vidual crafts, two sewing machines, ironing boards, a dying sink and drying racks, accessible tools and supplies for experimentation, reference books, a full kitchen for culinary crafting and demonstrations, cubbies for storing projects, and most of all, “a cozy and central place to work on your hobby or craft, and experiment with new ones.” Bring your own project, equipment, and/or supplies, or choose from one of their kits, including, Bead Crafts, Paper Crafts, Stencil Crafts, Macramé, Card Making, Glass Painting, Wire Crafts, Batik Crafts, Fabric Crafts, Rug Making (latch, hook and braided), Cross Stitching, Candle-making, Decoupage, Knitting, Sewing, Wood-Carving, and hopefully more based on community participation. Next, you sign it out, take it to a workstation, and craft away. After, simply clean up, sign the equipment back in and tuck your project away into a cubby until next time. A 6-month membership is $150 and gives you unlimited access to space and supplies, and 50% off workshops and classes offered by Kiwa Crafts. Or perhaps a 1-month membership for $30 is a better option for you. Drop-in is also available for $15, plus a $5 supply fee to replenish materials, unless you bring your own supplies. The cost to rent the premises as a venue to host your own workshop is $10 an hour, or if you are a member, 10% of the fees you collect. Please inquire about any other arrangements, as they can always be individually negotiated.
Upcoming workshops include Decoupage, on Tuesday October 5th and 12th, for $20, Afghan Crocheting Tuesday October 19th for $15, and Rock Painting Tuesday October 26th for $15. Watch for more workshops in; Chocolate Making, Felting, Cross Stitch, Paper Mache, Dog and Horse Treats, Knitting, Soap Making, Writing, Fly Fishing Flies, Willow Work, Cake Decorating, Batik, Candle-making, Stenciling, Leather Braiding, or host your own! If you would like to host a workshop, please get in touch with Kiwa Crafts soon, as space is filling up! Watch for workshops more geared to men as well as eventually kids crafts, currently children are only welcome under direct adult supervision. So, “Bring your ideas and a friend,” as you are invited to Opening Day at Kiwa Crafts, Friday, October the 1st, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The women tell me there will be coffee and snacks, demonstrations, and a shop tour. Their overall hope and goal is to provide a place where people can get together and have fun. While hours remain subject to change as they experiment with dates and times, as of October they will be open Tuesday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and available for rent whenever. In the case that you are new of unfamiliar with the Kiwa, it is located on the corner of Sixth Avenue and Dogwood Street, in Valemount.
Carrier files reconsideration for severance Joshua Estabrooks
editor@thevalleysentinel.com
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t was confirmed at press time on Monday, September 20, that Carrier Lumber has indeed filed a re-
consideration on the BC labour Board’s decision that supported the Union representing the former workers at Valemount Forest Products. This means that Carrier has between 30-60 days to file a judicial review, which will start the court process, so it could take a while before the workers and the union know whether or not they will be getting the severance money they feel is owed to them. Currently there is around 130 people on the list of workers who could see 10 days of severance paid for for every year of service they put in at the mill.
CELEBRATION SERVICE
THANK YOU We would like to thank all who gave their kindness, help and sympathy in the death of our beloved Mother. Those who shared in the memorial service at the United Anglican Church in McBride. We would also like to thank the staff at both the McBride hospital and Prince George hospital for our Mother’s care during her illness. The Carmichael Family,
Speaker: Mark Driscol - Video What: Jesus Before All (Luke 9 51-62) When: Sunday 26 Sept. at 7:00 pm Where: Eagles View Room, Best Western
“All Welcome”
The Valley Sentinel Wednesday September 22, 2010 • 13
» COMMUNITY
Fishing Derby well attended McBride Foundation hands out first round of grants Donalda Beeson Contributor
T
he 2010 Valemount Fishing Derby on Kinbasket Lake was a splashing success, and the weather even held out. The awards ceremony started Sunday evening, with a bilingual rendition of “Oh Canada” by Paul Lorieau, whose voice you may recognize as long time singer of the national anthem at the Edmonton Oilers hockey games. There were lots of thank yous to give out, one of which went to Will Johnston and Doug Hafichuk from Calgary, who were not only fishing in the Derby this weekend but also processing the results on a laptop next to the lake. They have been attending the Fishing Derby for about 12 years, because they have lots of friends and family who participate in the derby every year. They said they do the information processing because they just, “want to help out” and “[they’re] here anyways…why not?” Their friend, who was not able to attend this year, initially set up the database, but over the years they have refined it and made it better. They said this year was
a milestone year as they have been processing information with the help of the database for 10 years now. They, “key in half of the results on Saturday,” and then on Sunday it takes another half an hour to key in the remaining results and process the information. Before the computer, it might have taken upwards of a couple hours to compile the information and work out the results. They said the “amount of people participating increases every year”, and guess that, “it has easily doubled in the last 10 years.” There were 195 tickets sold, and 301 total fish caught. The total poundage of fish yielded in the 2010 Fishing Derby was 196 pounds. Broken down by species, there were 168 pounds of Rainbow Trout, 23 pounds of Kokanee, and 5 pounds of Corse fish. According to the databank, collectively they have pulled out an obscene amount of fish in the last 10 years, 2072 pounds! The men said they were, “surprised at how appreciative everyone is of what they are doing”. Floyd Meersman caught this year’s heaviest eligible fish and was actually the big-
gest Rainbow caught at the Derby in the last 10 years, weighing just less than six pounds, at 2620 grams. Meersman said he was actually sleeping when he hooked the fish, “they had to wake me up to reel it in!” There are no pictures of the elusive fish however, as he gutted it and took it home Saturday after weigh in, and there was no chance he was sharing any information about his, “secret lure.” Meersman participates every year, but this is the first time that he has won, and he said he “has never caught one bigger,” in Kinbasket Lake. Meersman, who will be back next year to defend his title, thinks that the fish being caught “seem to get bigger every year,” and so does the Fishing Derby it would seem.
Russ Purvis Contributor
M
cBride Community Foundation recently completed its first granting cycle with five grants to local charities. Supporting the entire Robson Valley, from space donated by the Village of McBride, an initial Mini Grant Program of $250 has been provided to each recipient. The Mission statement of the Foundation provides for a wide range of possible applicant categories: “To improve the quality of life and benefit the residents of the Robson Valley through grants to Charitable organizations for projects that enhance the health; education; arts and culture; sports and recreation; environment; social services; youth and seniors.” In 2010 grants were awarded in each of the following categories: Social Services, Education, Environment, and Arts & Culture. Charitable organizations are able to apply individually and/or as an affiliated sponsor for individuals, unregistered charities or non-profit organizations.
This year’s grant recipients are supported in a wide range of activities. The Robson Valley Support Society and the Stepping Stones Children’s Centre will be supplying required training for Child Care providers. The Fraser Headwaters Alliance and Dunster Fine Arts School Society are assisting in the maintenance of the local fine arts school. Save the Cedar League is producing an Ecoguide which highlights the diverse wildlife and ecosystem(s) of the Valley. The Robson Valley Arts & Culture Council and Kathy Molendyk will offer community dance lessons for children 2-18 and belly dancing for adults. And, the Robson Valley Arts & Culture Council will exhibit a display at the Fraser Heritage Festival for locally made sewing and stichery. 2010 has been the first year of grants within the greater Community. An announcement and invitation for grant applications for 2011 is expected by year-end. For more information and to stay current with Foundation activities visit their website: http://mcbride.ca/ admin/index.php?page=content&ID=4
Edra llien Carmichael March 30, 1940 to September 6, 2010 With great sadness, the family announces the passing of Edra Carmichael. Edra was born to Derk and Ina Bos of Dauphin, Manitoba. She grew up on the family farm south of Douphin near the riding mountain. Edra attended Burrows School and graduated from Dauphin Collegiate Technical Institute where she was involved in many school activties, especially the bowling team. 4-H was another of Edra's interests. After school she moved to Vancouver where she married Donald Carmichael on December 30, 1959. Their sons, Cameron and Colin were born in Vancouver. The family moved to McBride, B.C. in 1968 where Edra became thoroughly involved in the local community. Using her business acumen gained from selling Fuller Brush products in Vancouver and her sincere interest in people. Edra ventured into retail, opening Edra's Fabrics in the late 1970s, an extension of her love of sewing. In the late 1980s she opened Robson Valley Health Hut which she passionately ran until 2001. Edra's involvement with her community included membership on the McBride Hospital Board and the Robson Health Association. Well known in her community, Edra thrived on her daily contact with people, making many life long friendships. Edra loved travelling and camping along the way, especially on her trips back home to Dauphin. Edra had a great sense of humor, loved music and dancing, enjoyed the companionship of pets throughout her life and had a deep appreciation of writers, artist and singers. Edra, was predeceased by her husband Donald, brother Arvin and his wife Mary, niece Karla, sisters-in-law, Margaret (Nellie) Fee and Mary Carmichael and five brothers-in-law, Edra's memory will be cherished by her sons Cameron (Denise), Colin (Sandi), grandchildren Colby, Corey, Liam and Adyson, aunt Marion (Elwin) Cummins, niece Vonda Bos, nephew's Kevin Bos and Calvin Bos, cousins and many close friends.
Helping you prepare your children for tomorrow Parent advisory groups – Back to school is an excellent time to get involved in your child’s education. Parents play a crucial role in helping their children thrive in school, providing a solid foundation for future success in our skill-based economy. That’s why the Province of B.C. is committed to funding parent advisory groups and local advisory councils. We want to ensure you have a voice, and the opportunity to be involved in your child’s education.
For more on helping prepare your children for tomorrow, visit gov.bc.ca
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» COMMUNITY
Mysterious underground blockage disrupts highway traffic Donalda Beeson Contributor It has been a muddy and fascinating operation as BJ Construction, based out of Prince George, hired by the Ministry of Highways, redirects a creek under a road and a highway. They are putting in a culvert beneath McLennan Road and Highway 5, approximately four kilometres North of Valemount. This week, however, the project has proven to be a bit more difficult than first anticipated. Somewhere deep underground they have run into a problem, “We aren’t sure what it is because when you are underground you can’t tell,” explained Lucille Greene, Area Manager for the Ministry of Transportation, based out of McBride. “The pipe ran into something and instead of continuing on at an upward slope, it pushed it down, and then it just refused to go any further. So the only thing we can do is dig up the road,” As of press time the Ministry of Highways still did not know
what it is the pipe ran into down there, and apparently they have a ways to go before they reach whatever it is. Jimmy Lee, from American Augers, has been onsite educating the employees of BJ Construction on how to use the enormous drill, pushing the pipe through. Lee said the drill was built in Ohio and then they brought it out to BC. And apparently, this is only a medium sized drill, with a 48/54 casing size, and nine-hundred-thousand pounds of push. Joe Benwell. a welder with BJ Construction, explained how the gravity fed Dutch Level works, as it shows them how far the pipe is under the ground via water equalization, too bad there isn’t something that shows them what is underground as well. Due to the upheaval of the highway, as of Monday night, traffic coming from the South is being redirected down Loseth road, and traffic coming from the North is being redirected down McLennan Road.
Donalda Beeson and Joshua Estabrooks/The Valley Sentinel
Jimmy Lee, of American Auger, begins the drilling process that eventually resulted in having to tear up a section of Highway 5 (inset). The road will be obstructed for around a week, said a notice given to local residents.
Landowners restart court action against government From Front
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mediation process, she was shocked to see that she was being painted as someone just out for a quick buck, when in actual fact she just wanted to retain the investment she made in her property originally. “I don’t want to make money out of this, I want to have back what I have invested.” The only explanation regarding the cancelled mediation meeting came from the landowners’ lawyer, who stated that one of the lawyers for the government refused to continue with the process. This led both Davis and Maxeiner to believe they were not being treated fairly. “In my opinion they are discriminating against us,” said Maxeiner. “They bought the landowners in the Goslin area out when they were in high hazard, no questions asked. As soon as we complained they said no, and refuse to even discuss the issue.” Both Maxeiner and Davis have decided to pick their lawsuit back up, as they had put it on hold as
“On August 29, 2010 Randy Friesen reported to police that his vehicle along with two other vehicles had been broken into over night. The vehicles were located in the Hartman Trailer Court, 101 Elm St. Valemount, BC. No damage was done to the vehicles as none of them were locked. Money, personal effects, a cell phone, along with a bear bang pistol were taken. The pistol is a replica of a Ruger pistol utilizing 22 cal. blanks. The pistol has no markings on it to indicate it is not a real pistol and as such would be percieved as a real pistol. The Valemount RCMP are requesting public assistance in identifying any one involved in the theft along with the recovery of the pistol. Anyone with information about this crime are asked to call the RCMP at 250-566-4466 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)”.
long as the government was willing to engage in the mediation process. Now that it has ended, they said they have no other option but to continue, even if it is five years later. “That was our biggest mistake,” said Maxeiner, “holding off on the lawsuit. But I trusted them.” The lawyer for the landowners, Kamloops based Karen Shyman, said that the case looks like it will be going to trial due to the refusal of the government’s lawyers to continue with negotiations. “One lawyer isn’t willing to negotiate at all and the other is not willing to negotiate an adequate settlement. We have to face the fact that we have to get into the expensive part of litigation. Mediation was tried and failed, I have tried informally to deal with this or have a second mediation and that has failed so we are left with the next option which is we will have to go to trial.” The amount of damages the landowners are requesting is still to be determined, but Davis and Maxeiner are resolved to seeing the process through to the end. “So far I have spent about $50,000 on this process. I am on a pension, so it was money we had saved, but it’s almost gone now.” Local MLA, Shirley Bond, who now happens to be the Minister of Transportation, one of the parties the landowners are taking to court, could not comment on the matter due to the fact that it is before the courts. The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George also failed to comment on this issue when requested.
Valemount MMA Club September 29th, 2010 is sign up night! Time: 3pm - 8pm 940 Main Street, Valemount (upstairs in the Trading Post.)
• Come learn Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai. • Womens Kickboxing and fitness classes • Kids Marial Arts classes • Womens self defence courses All ages welcome - Beginner to Professional, all are welcome!!
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2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Edition. Fully loaded, automatic, bloack leather interior, 10 disc CD changer, roof rack, hitch mount, etc. $13,000. Call 250 569-7588
JUN 30 GTS
1989 Plymouth Sundance. Good car for parts. Open to any offers. Contact 250 569-3234
JUNE 9 GTS
1993 Chrysler Concorde. 190,000 km, excellent condition, V6 engine. Asking $1750 obo. Call Mike @780 931-6253
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Custom Hand Split Cedar Post and Rail. Call for details. 250 5697286
JUL 7 GTS
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CN APTS. 1 & 2 Bdrm units, $520 & $590/ mth plus hydro. Juniper Manor - Bachelor Suite $400 + hydro, large refurbished 2 bdrm. C/W all new floors, paint, cupboards & counters. Also laundry hookups. $590 + hydro. Call Scott at 250 5661569
OCT 13
MAY 19 GTS
1998 Mercury Mystique. 4 door auto loaded, 2 sets of good tires. $2500. Call 250 569-2471
APR 28 GTS
1991 Ford F250 XLT, extended cab, 4WD, 206,183 original km, new tires, new brakes, box liner, trailer hitch. Reverse gear needs work. $1750 Phone 250 968--4493
SEPT 22 GTS
1989 Jeep Cherokee. 4 door, manual, very good shape. $2000 obo. Call 250 566-1212
JUNE 2 GTS
DIRT BIKE
2003 Honda CRF 150 Dirt bike. Well maintained, low hours. $1800. For more info call 250 566-9834 JULY 28 GTS
Log Duplex for rent in valemount. 5 bdrm, N/S, $900/mth. Avail. immed. Call Chris at 780 264-1651.
OCT 6
2 Bdrm lower floor for rent. Grenfell Place in Valemount. All appliances $750/mth including utilities. Call 1 800 683-6595
SEPT 22
2 bdrm, 3 bdrm, & bach furnished suites available. All season short term or long term on winter rates. Available starting 5th week of Sept. Contact 250 5669884 or 250 566-1884
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3 bdrm house for rent in McBride. Recently renovated, 5 appliances, landscaped yard and garden, central location, close to McBride Hospital, facilities and school. $600/mth + utilities. Contact: cell phone 1 780 6905782/1 780 690-5783 or email:gcanada1@aol. com.
SEPT 29
As authorized by Section 403 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be offered for sale at public auction at 10:00 a.m., on September 27, 2010 at the Village Office, 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount, BC, unless delinquent taxes and interest owing are paid before that date. Folio
Street Address
Legal Description(Cariboo Land District)
1. 4.000
1285 5th Avenue
Lot 1, Block 2, Plan 9689, District Lot 7355, Cariboo Land District; PID 012-874-825
2. 18.000
1290 6th Avenue
Lot 16, Block 2, Plan 9689, District Lot 7355, Cariboo Land District; PID 012-874-795
3. 121.058 865 Beaven Cres
Lot 24, Plan 23725, District Lot 7355, Cariboo Land District; PID 008-461-902
4. 124.010 1301 2nd Avenue
Lot 8, Plan 8948, District Lot 7356, Cariboo Land District; PID 004-295-692
5. 209.000 1300 2nd Avenue
Lot 5, Plan 10466, District Lot 7356, Lot 6, Plan 10466, District Lot 7356, Lot 7, Plan 10466, District Lot 7356, Lot 4, Plan 10466, District Lot 7356, Cariboo Land District; PID 004-019-369, 004-019-385, 004-019-407, 004-019-342
6. 230.122 1085 4th Avenue
Lot 12, Plan 16682, District lot 9778, Cariboo Land District, MHR 86128 Exempt from MH Act 20Jun2000 (#180928) Manufactured Home Reg. # 86128; PID 008-784-507
7. 230.206 1154 3rd Avenue
Lot 54, Plan 16682, District Lot 9778, Cariboo Land District, Manufactured Home Reg. # 61876; PID 008-066-663
8. 230.300 1060 5th Avenue
Lot A, Plan 26495, District Lot 9778, Cariboo Land District; PID 006-875-912
9. 230.302 1050 5th Avenue
Lot B, Plan 26495, District Lot 9778, Cariboo Land District; PID 006-875-921
10. 371.000 1442 5th Avenue
Lot 22, Plan 16593, District Lot 5708, Cariboo Land District; PID 011-749-474
11. 385.000 1300 6th Avenue
Lot A, Plan 23181, District Lot 7354, Cariboo Land District & DL 7355; PID 008-580-367
12. 411.000 1501 9th Avenue
Block B, District Lot 7354, Cariboo Land District of NE ¼; PID 015-200-931
13. 413.500 955 13th Avenue
Lot 1, Plan 20929, District Lot 7355, Cariboo Land District, Except Plan BCP22799, 26584 Cranberry Manufactured Home Park, MHP Roll #26-584-00413.500; PID 004-423-194
14. 415.090 1080 14th Avenue
Lot 9, Plan 26762, District Lot 7355, Cariboo Land District; PID 003-659-348
SEPT 22
3 Bdrm trailer in Valemount. $650/mth + damage deposit. No pets. Call 780 6217171
EMPLOYMENT
OCT 13
VARDA EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYMENT
Busy family restaurant requires full time cook. $16/hr. Send resume to fax 250 566-4176 attention Leslee at The Great Escape Restaurant. SEPT 15
Dozer and Hoe Operators required for company that constructs oil field roads and leases. Requires operators with oil field experience. Competitive wages SEPT 08 TFN and rooms and meals 2 Bdrms house for rent provided by company. at 1115 Juniper St. in Call 1 780 723-5051 Valemount. Upper level (Edson, Alberta) SEPT 29 includes fridge, stove, washer and dryer. Also includes garage and WELL PUMPING wood stove plus existing wood supply. Central Well Pumping and location. 5 mins walking cleaning. 25ft deep or from downtown. $600 + less. Call Reesa at 250 utilities. Contact Derrik 566-9707 at 250 962-7068 APR 21 TFN
PUBLIC NOTICE
2010 TAX SALE
3 bdrm mobile with large workshop/garage. Available Oct 1st. $600/mth. No smoking, pets negotiable. Call Anna or Gil at 1 780 785-4012
PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT
SEPT 15
MAY 26 GTS
2000 Chrysler Intrepid. Very good shape. 4 summer tires, 4 studded winter tires $4000 obo. Phone 250 566-4555
MISC. FOR SALE
The Valemount Area Recreation Development Association is accepting applications for a Mountain Host for our 2010/2011 Season. Position is three days a week, Fri-Sun. Extensive mountain riding experience, avalanche training, first aid and previous guiding experience are all important assets. Must provide your own reliable late model snowmobile and vehicle. Compensation is based on experience. Please forward any questions along with a resume and cover letter to the VARDA office at varda@valemount.ca or phone 250 566-4817
Looking for a reliable person to work casual/part-time hours for a CMH lodge in McBride during the months of January 2011 to early April 2011. Job Title: Kitchen Assistant, but will also help out in other areas of the lodge. If interested, please either call 403 609-8413 or send resume to deborah_ashton@hotmail.com.
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Local Grass fed Beef for sale. By the side or ental istings quarter. Cut, wrapped alemount eal state and frozen. $3.50/lb. Phone Loretta at 250 968-4453. Must order #015 Renovated Suites in Triplex - Great before Oct 3rd, 2010. SEPT 29 light, great space, very clean, lots of updates! No dogs, no smoking, quiet INSTRUMENTS bldg. Furnished 1 bdrm - $500 Unfurnished 2 bdrms - $550/600 For Sale: A recording #024 Mountainview Apts. Bachelor, quality George Benson 1 bdrm & 2 bdrm units. No smoking, Ibanez Hollow Body no pets, clean and quiet building. Electric Guitar + case, $1000. We also have Available Oct 1st. $375 -$575 a variety of acoustic + #021-2 2 Bdrm trailer in Cranberry MH Park. electric guitars for sale. Excellent condition! For more info call Deb Available Oct 1st. $625 Reimer @ 250 968-4335
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THE CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE
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CASUAL CUSTODIAN POSITIONS REQUIRED School District No. 57 is seeking applicants for casual custodian assignments in the McBride Area. Requires the ability to perform physical labour and to use heavy cleaning equipment. Ability to work afternoon, day shift, and weekends. Prior experience in the field of custodial work is required. Salary is $18.76 - $19.70 per hour. A detailed description of the position can be viewed at http://www.sd57.bc.ca (Careers) Interested applicants should submit their resumes and current references by Friday, October 1, 2010. Email: jobpostings@careers.sd57.bc.ca Fax: (250) 561-6837 attention: Shari Dionne Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICE School District No. 57 (Prince George) 2100 Ferry Avenue, Prince George, BC V2L 4R5 Phone: 250-561-6800 Fax: 250-561-6801
Under the authority of Section 403 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be offered for sale by Public Auction to satisfy taxes due to the Corporation of the Village of McBride. Said sale shall take place at the McBride Village Office, 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC, on Monday, September 27, 2010 at 10:00 am, unless delinquent taxes and interest owing are paid before that date. FOLIO
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LEGAL DISCRIPTION Lot 13, Block 6, Plan 1373, DL 5316, PID 013-918-397
2. 70350.122 #12 – 151 Columbia St. Manufactured Home Reg #61395 3. 70350.150 #15 – 151 Columbia St. Manufactured Home Reg #13662 4. 70350.190 #19 – 151 Columbia St. Manufactured Home Reg #32937
Eliana Clements CAO 1208 Week of 09.20.2010
EMPLOYMENT
LOCAL JOB POSTINGS
Updated Sept 22, 2010
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Activities to Entertain & Amuse Pioneer Photo
CROSSWORD AND SUDOKU
About this photo Description: Neil Cadger Date: 1954 Credits: Valemount Museum & Archives ID: 2003.17.52 Image: 53 of 92 If you have any more information on this photo or any others that appear you can contact The Valley Museum & Archives in McBride, The Valemount Museum or contact us at The Valley Sentinel.
Horoscopes
ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, a few moments of complete solitude and sanctuary are on the horizon this week. Make the most of this rarity and enjoy the break from your hectic schedule. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, a business rival wants to infringe on your territory. You are not about to let that happen. Higher-ups know that you have the goods to get the job done.
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
SAGITTARIUS-Nov 23/Dec21
Leo, complacency is not your credo. Take matters into your own hands if you find things aren’t going according to how you see them. Do it right. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
A silly mistake has the potential to snowball into something with a life of its own, Sagittarius. Just get a handle on the situation and things will quickly return to normal. CAPRICORN- Dec 22/Jan 20
Virgo, you may have taken on more than you can handle. Now is the time to backtrack and see what items you can delegate to someone else ... and pronto.
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 It might be time to lay low for awhile, Gemini. When conflicts arise you want to stay below the radar until things smooth over. Thursday proves to be a challenging day.
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, put your trust in someone close to you. You will need this person in the weeks to come to help you through a difficult situation. Chances are it could stretch on for a while.
Wednesday
Daytime Condition
Sunny
P.O.P. High Low Wind 24/Hr Rain
10% 13°C -2°C S 5 km/h
Libra, a work project that’s baffled others will take a lot of hard work and determination. If anyone can get it done, it is you. This could be grounds for a raise.
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, recurring health woes could mean something is amiss and it’s not just a coincidence. This is a good time to visit the doctor and get a check-up.
Thursday
Daytime Condition
Mixed precip.
60% P.O.P. 9°C High 0°C Low Wind SW 5 km/h 24/Hr Rain 5-10 mm
Friday
LAST WEEKS ANSWERS
Use your instincts when making an important financial decision, Capricorn. While others are consulting charts and figures, stick with what your gut is telling you.
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you may need a little push to get motivated. That’s OK. There are plenty of people who can offer the gentle support that you need to get by. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, spend this week fostering any and all friendships that might have grown estranged in recent months.
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Daytime Cloudy with Condition showers
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P.O.P. High Low Wind 24/Hr Rain
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90% P.O.P. 11°C High 3°C Low Wind S 10 km/h 24/Hr Rain 5-10 mm
60% 12°C 2°C S 5 km/h 2-4 mm
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Monday
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Isolated showers
40% P.O.P. 10°C High 2°C Low Wind SW 10 km/h 24/Hr Rain 2-4 mm
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The Valley Sentinel Wednesday September 22, 2010 • 19
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299,000
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Lyndon, Pamela & Family from House of Trailers would like to express their appreciation for your patronage. We will be closing on Sept 30/10. We are glad to welcome Lyndon to Monashee Motors Ltd. You are invited to see Doug & Lyndon for your Trailer Parts, Service, RV and Car Accessories. Get your winter tyres early! Monsahee Motors Ltd 1455 5th Avenue, Valemount 250-566-4318
20 • Wednesday September 22, 2010 The Valley Sentinel RE/MAX Centre City • 1679 15th Avenue • Prince George BC V2L 3X2 • 1-250-562-3600
The Right Agent... For Today’s Market. Hwy 16, McBride, Bc - Good farmland - Excellent soils - 19.8 acres - Hwy location - With water
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Data is from sources believed to be reliable but accuracy is not guaranteed.
1365 S Hwy 5 ValeMount, Bc
12300 crown rd tete Jaune cacHe, Bc
NEW!
$120,000
$579,000
2300 weStlund road, McBride, Bc
1455 8tH Place, ValeMount, Bc
$230,000
- Near new 3 bdrm home - Less than 2 years old - Immaculate & spacious - Excellent location - Fenced & landscaped - Priced right
riVer Bend road, McBride, Bc
NEW
- Home & acreage - Semi treed 37 acres - Large 4 bdrm home - Shop & barn - Excellent location
$350,000 - Huge log home - Spectacular views - Well built 3 bdrm
- Detached shop with loft - Nicely landscaped - On 3.9 semi treed acres
SPittal creek, tete Jaune cacHe, Bc
- Level commercial lot - Zoned M3, Heavy Industrial - Very private & secluded - Excellent locations
$159,000
$79,000
- Immaculate large home - 4 bdrms, 3 baths - Fenced & secure on 3 acres - Paved driveway, RV storage - Very spacious & modern
- Vast valley view parcel - Cleared 9.15 acres - 3 bdrm Modular home - Guest cottage & gardens - On mountain water - Best view in the area
$375,000 3270 Hwy 16 e, McBride, Bc
$209,000
- View property - 79 acre parcel - Southern exposure - Good access - 2 year-round creeks
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