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By Ryan JensenSmithers/Interior News
Add the Smithers and Area Recycling Society to the long list of organizations that are upset with the way Multi Material BC is handling the roll-out of curbside recycling in communities across the province.
At the regular Town of Smithers council meeting on March 25, society members Earnie Harding and Art Mortensen made a presentation and said under the MMBC contract, the group’s facility on Tatlow
Road and their equipment will go to waste, and 10 of their 12 staff will have to be laid off.
Harding and Mortenson expressed frustration with council over the signing of the contract and the fact their group wasn’t successful in becoming the post-collection facility for the Bulkley Valley.
“We’ve established the largest single employment base for special needs people in the northwest,” Harding said. “They’re involved in sorting, shredding, pick-up services
and loading the recyclables.
“Everything we worked for over the last 12 years is gone. The opportunity to expand and create more jobs is gone. It’s gone.”
When the town signed on with MMBC, the organization would
only say the post-collection facility would be located within 60 kilometres of Smithers. Groups had to apply to become the MMBC-approved site.
At the meeting, Harding admitted the Smithers and Area Recycling Society submitted their
application two days too late to become the area’s post-collection facility and was ultimately not selected by MMBC to provide the service.
Harding said they are in talks to secure a contract from another business to collect and ship the recycling materials but as a single-stream recycling program, all that is required is collection.
The Smithers and Area Recycling Society provides employment opportunities to adult with developmental disabilities and employs about , paying out more than
$80,000 in wages. Smithers Mayor
Taylor Bachrach said he was taken aback by the tone of the group’s presentation.
“This is coming a little bit out of left field for us, it certainly is for me,” Bachrach said.
“I’m quite surprised because this is a council that has prided itself on keeping the community informed about what’s going on. We’ve been talking about this for months. I was under the impression that you folks knew what we were considering.
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After years of neglect, the Smithers Mall is being renovated. The project will be completed this fall.
Developers renovating Smithers Mall By Nolan KellySmithers/Interior News
The Smithers Mall is getting a facelift.
Last week, Smithers town council approved a proposal by Proline Properties to begin work on an extensive
renovation that will see the creation of new retail spaces.
Mark’s Work Wearhouse and Sport Chek have signed on as new tenants, joining BC Liquor Store and Scotiabank.
“Once completed, the new Smithers Mall will be a revitalization to a shopping centre that was once an
important part of the town of Smithers,” Proline Properties’ Adam Battistelli and Dixon Chow said in a press release.
“We are very excited to bring you the new Smithers Mall and look forward to working with community stakeholders to deliver a project that the entire town of
Smithers can be proud of.”Highlights of the
project include: update and modernization of the exterior façade, reconfiguration of the former Zellers’ space and the consolidation of the interior mall.
The project is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2014.
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Town of Smithers increasing � nesBy Ryan JensenSmithers/Interior News
Traffic fines are going up in the Town of Smithers.
At the regular council meeting on March 25, the first three readings of a bylaw to increase traffic fines was passed.
“The amounts currently being charged by the Town of Smithers do not offset
the cost of conducting regular patrols,” said prevention and community safety officer Matt Davey in a March 18 report to councillors.
Davey said he found the base ticket amounts in northwest communities varies greatly.
Tickets in Terrace start at $100 and in Prince Rupert it’s $35.
The purpose of the
bylaw, explained Smithers Mayor Taylor Bachrach, is to bring the fine amounts up to date. The current fine amounts were set in 1985.
“We’re in a situation now where the size of the fines don’t even really justify going out there,” Bachrach said.
“The staff report showed our fines are miniscule when compared to other communities. It’s trying
to update the bylaw and modernize the fine structure.”
Under the new fee structure, tickets will start at $25, up from $10, for payment within 24 hours of receipt. If a ticket is paid within seven days, it will cost $40, up from $15.
No public hearing is required before the bylaw goes up for adoption at the April 8 council meeting.
Smithers and Telkwa host budget open housesSmithers/Interior News
The Town of Smithers and the Village of Telkwa are hosting their 2014 budget open house meetings.
In Smithers, the
public discussion on the 2014-2018 Five-Year Financial Plan goes from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on April 8 in council chambers.
Each councillor will speak on a component of the budget and
there will be a question and answer period.
The Village of Telkwa has also been hosting a series of Committee of the Whole meetings in the lead-up to their
annual budget meeting which will take place at 6 p.m. on April 14, before the regularly scheduled village council meeting.
Residents are encouraged to come out and voice their
opinions to help form policy.
For more information, call the Town of Smithers at 250-847-1600 or the Village of Telkwa at 250-846-5212, or visit their websites.
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Brown Bag Lunch Thursday, April 3 at noon at the Healthy Living Centre features Alice Christensen, RN talking about the “New Colon Screening Program.”Beginner Bridge Lessons offered Tuesday and Thursday evenings in April, starting Thursday, April 3, at Smithers Sec. School.The ABC Bookmobile at the Seventh Day Adventist Church Parking Lot on the corner of King St. & 4th Ave., Thursday, April 3, 5-6 p.m. Selling Christian books, music, vegetarian food supplies.Coffee House at Round Lake Hall Saturday, April 5, 7:30 p.m. Adam Gagnon, Keith Cummings, Ransome E. Slaughter, Peter Dawson, Elli Scott. $5 at the door.Bulkley Backcountry Ski Society AGM Monday, April 7, 7-9 p.m. in the Creekside Meeting Room at the Aspen Inn. Various projects and developments and looking for new executive members.Taize Style Prayer Service Tuesday, April 8, 6:30-7:15 p.m. at the Smithers United Church. Simple sung prayers, scrip-ture readings and extended periods of silent meditation.Family Fun Movie Night at the BV Pool Friday, April 11, 6-8:30 p.m. Extended swim time, extra pool toys and space to play. Bring extra floaties to sit on while you watch Up.
Smithers Rodeo Club’s Spring Dance, Saturday, April 12 at Evelyn Hall. Tickets, $15 at BV Insurance & Smithers Feed Store. Music by Dueces Wild. Talent Auction Fundraiser Saturday, April 12 at Smithers Canadian Reformed Church Fellowship Hall. Fun Wild West-themed night. Please dress accordingly. See items on the blog: ebenezertalentauction2014.blogspot.ca.Campfire Songs Sunday, April 13, 2-4 p.m. Round Lake Community Hall with Dave Conway and friends, Four Strong Winds, Farewell to Nova Scotia, Tom Dooley...and more! Call Judy van der Meulen at 250-846-5296.Smithers Film Society presents The Past, Sunday, April 13, 7:30 p.m. at the Roi Theatre. A finely crafted drama that anatomizes clotted and complex relationships. Standard admission.Ground to Griddle Neighbourhood Kitchen Tuesday, April 22 & June 17, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at St. James Anglican Church Kitchen. Community kitchen sharing and learning cooking skills, cultures, and local food producers.Round Lake Dinner and Dance East Indian buffet by Quick Eats. Refreshments served. Two bands, Shaggy Manes, Six Feet Over. Tickets $30/person at Speedee Interior Statio-nery, Mountain Eagle Books and Betsy at B.V. Home Cen-tre. Limited number of tickets!
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The Bulkley Valley Rod and Gun Club would like to thank all our sponsors, volunteers and guests for making our 2014 Annual Game Banquet a success!!! Your support is greatly appreciated and we look forward to seeing you next year!!!!
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There is a 60-day review and comment period from March 31 to May 30, 2014. This plan is also being referred to First Nations claiming traditional territory in the area covered by the plan, as specified by the district manager. Notification letters are being sent to licenced tenure holders in the area covered by the plan.
The proposed forest stewardship plan is available for review by members of the public and other stakeholders at the following locations (Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays) for the duration of the review and comment period: • Nadina District office: 185 Yellowhead Highway, Burns Lake, B.C., from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.) • Service BC office: 3400 11th Street, Houston, B.C. from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.) • Skeena District office, 3333 Tatlow Road, Smithers, B.C., from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.)
The BVCDC mascot waves to possible buyers at their Poplar Rd. location last week.Ryan Jensen photo
Child development centre movingBy Ryan JensenSmithers/Interior News
The Bulkley Valley Child Development Centre continues its evolution.
After 15 years in their current location just outside of Smithers on Poplar Rd., the BVCDC now has its building up for sale and is near to completing the purchase of a new one within town limits.
The BVCDC also operates a leased office on Fourth Ave. The new location will allow the BVCDC to consolidate its services into one building, said executive director Kerri Kluss.
The timing is right for the move, Kluss said, as some of their programs have outgrown the spaces they have for them.
“The numbers in our drop-in programs have increased significantly and so have the play groups. This is the time to move forward and find another location where we can be more accessible and have all of our services under one roof,” she said.
“We found, sometimes, this was an isolated location. It was great 15 years ago because at that time we had transportation that could pick up families and children. Now, it’s become more of an office space and a place for different clinical
appointments.”Tiffany Houle,
whose youngest child has special needs, was involved with the BVCDC as a parent and now sits as a board member.
She knows first hand how vital the organization is to children and families in the Bulkley Valley.
“[The BVCDC] was my whole world for five years,” Houle said. “These people have become really good friends and they’ve helped my child so much. They’re lifesavers.”
Houle said she is thrilled the BVCDC’s services will now be more accessible to the people who need them.
“I think the move will have a really positive effect,” she said. “It was nice to go out to the country, let your hair down but you can be a little isolated sometimes when you have a child with special needs. It will be nice to be able to stay in town and get the same great services.”
The current building was purchased through the assistance of a number of individuals and community groups, like the Smithers’ Lions Club, Kluss said. Without that support, the organization would not be where it is today, she said, and in the position it is where it can look at expanding
their facility and services.
“We’ve been able to use this building as an investment to move us to the next stage of development,” said Kluss. “We’re excited about the possibilities.”
The BVCDC covers the area from Topley up to Kitwanga. They see more than 450 children, youth and families on a yearly basis.
The building’s listing agent Leo Lubbers, with Remax Bulkley Valley, said he has already had some interest in the building. It’s listed for $559,000 and is 5,380 square feet on just more than an acre.
“We’ve had a couple of calls,” Lubbers said. “It could be someone who wanted to use it for a residential purpose or it could appeal to anyone who has crews in the area,” Lubbers said “It’s a pretty nice facility—it has bedrooms, offices, a meeting area, a common kitchen and a big lounge area. It’s always been a desirable thing to have a large building like that in a rural area.”
The BVCDC is now working on a fundraising campaign strategy to raise funds to assist with the purchase of a new building and to complete renovations.
Kluss said they hope to be in the new building by late fall.
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Telkwa showing off biomass systemBy Marisca BakkerSmithers/Interior News
The Village of Telkwa’s new biomass heating system has proven its worth after a successful first winter season.
The wood waste to green heat system has kept the municipal building, nearby residences, a business and Telkwa Elementary School warm this winter.
The state-of-the-art system has been up and running since November of last year.
Scott Beck, engineering technologist for the village, said it has improved energy efficiency and reduced carbon dioxide emissions by almost 10 tonnes this year.
The environmentally-friendly initiative also saves Telkwa taxpayers a lot of money. It
cost about $644,000 to install, along with upgrades to the village office’s insulation and exterior walls.
However, that money came from a federal grant. The village can expect to cut their heatings bills
by around 40 per cent a year, and will collect added revenue from selling the heat to the other users.
Exactly how much money comes in won’t be known until next year.
Telkwa is the
first municipality in Canada to heat its municipal office building with a biomass heating system of this size.
Mayor Carman Graf said he is pleased with how it all came together.
“I’m extremely proud of the initiative our council and staff took, it was quite outstanding,” he said. “We took a pretty dilapidated old building and got a pretty substantial grant to retrofit it. It’s now probably one of the greenest buildings in the Bulkley Valley.”
To show off the renovated building, the Village of Telkwa is hosting an open house on April 12.
A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 11:30 a.m. at the Hankin corner building. A BBQ will take place afterwards, from 12-2 p.m., at the community hall for Volunteer Appreciation Day.
Tours of the heating system will be given, along with other activities scheduled for the afternoon.
There’s no cost to attend.
Scott Beck shows Mayor Carman Graf the system running smoothly.Marisca Bakker photo
The BC Liberals introduced legislation
last week that will drastically reduce protection for farmland in Stikine and the north.The Agricultural Land Commission Amendment Act raises the issue of trust in the current government.
Already in this legislative sitting, BC Liberals used their majority to ram through Bill 4, which gives the environment minister the discretion to open up our provincial
parks to industrial feasibility studies like geotechnical drilling for pipelines.
Now the farmland changes mean the Agricultural Land Reserve is being split into two zones with different levels of protection.
Zone 2 includes 90 per cent of the ALR and covers the North, Interior and Kootenay areas of the province. Non-farming activities on those lands will have a higher priority of getting approved.
In Zone 1, the Fraser Valley, Okanagan and
Vancouver Island, the status quo will remain, meaning agriculture use is the highest priority. Under this legislation, 4.5 of the 5 per cent of land in the province that is under the ALR could open up for development other than agriculture (“other prescribed considerations” is the wording).
Cabinet minister Bill Bennett said they are doing this for farmers. Did they consult with farmers across B.C. before making these changes? No. Did they hold any public consultations?
No. Did they say changes to the ALR were on their agenda before the May election? No.
So now we have provincial parkland
that can be subject to research activities for pipelines, roads, transmission lines, and this current legislation will open up farmland in the north for these types of non-agriculture uses as well.
Contempt the BC Liberals have for the ALR was demonstrated by agriculture minister Pat Pimm last summer. The Agricultural Land Commission, the body in charge of ALR, admonished Pimm for “inappropriate” representations in
trying to get 70 acres of farmland removed from the reserve for a rodeo ground and parking lot in his constituency. The project got built even though the ALC hasn’t approved the removal of the land. ALC chair Richard Bolluck said at the time the commission doesn’t have the resources to do “everything were being asked to do” as far as oversight on all the farmland in BC. That was before this legislation. You can expect things to get much worse if the BC
Liberals push these changes through.
There is an existing process for farmland owners to apply to the ALC to have land removed from the ALR for non-farm use. If that process isn’t working well, then look at improving it.
Instead, the BC Liberals went for this wholesale makeover without any prior notice of intent or consultation.
That isn’t the way for good government to work. Makes you wonder what the BC Liberals are up to.
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Move toward the light, Tom
Editor:I do not normally waste time
reading Tom Fletcher’s “Guest View.” Long familiarity with The Interior News has taught me that he is dependably inaccurate, elitist and endlessly negative.
Alas, the header “Green Machine” sucked me into his March 19 rant, which basically turned out to be an espousal of federal minister Joe Oliver’s environmental conspiracy theory, also known as any Canadian citizen who questions the federal Conservatives oil-based, corporation-controlled agenda, if not actually an enemy of the state, is for sure either an American millionaire radical environmentalist (cleverly disguised as your long-time neighbour at the Bike Swap) or at best funded/duped by some American-millionaire-radical-environmentalist.
In a province where as much as 50 per cent of the populace is strongly opposed to the whole
Northern Gateway project, this level of conspiracy paranoia would appear to be of truly Stalinist proportions.
To prove his point, Mr. Fletcher daringly “exposed” a list of those attending an entirely open, annual conference in Victoria.
In the interests of balanced journalism he might perhaps have listed the domestic and international oil And LNG lobbyists in Victoria and Ottawa.
I concede that such a list would render his article too long to print. How about a shocking exposé on
how many millions Enbridge has squandered on propaganda in our province, magically eliminating troublesome coastline or full page advertisements in our newspapers, featuring Janet Holder’s smiling face and trials in poetry?
This is a Columnist who is well-paid to bark scurrilous drivel at us but if he really believes his own petty, rancorous tirades, one can only feel sorry for him.
You don’t have to be dead to move toward the light, Tom.
Alicen KeamardenSmithers
Proud of Douglas Channel Watch
Editor:So far I have not been a
member of an environmental group, but last week I signed up with Kitimat’s Douglas Channel Watch. It’s not a group of radical treehuggers but a collection of concerned long-time community volunteers who sincerely believe that saying no to Enbridge is worth their time and struggles.
I have heard so many well-researched and reasoned points
from the dedicated and sincere members of Douglas Channel Watch that I am proud to identify with this group.
The love of our community and the amazing pristine wilderness and waters surrounding us motivate Douglas Channel Watch to spend hours of their free time in the battle for the environment. I am motivated by my northern values to work hard to protect the unique habitat of the B.C. coast and to stand united with the coastal First Nations in the pursuit of sustainable long-term jobs and development.
No pipelines, no tankers, no problem. Please vote No to the plebiscite question.
FACT: a very large crude carrier coming into the narrow Douglas Channel carries almost half the oil (2.2 million barrels) that was released into the Gulf of Mexico from the broken Maconda well (4.9 million barrels due to human error!)
Patricia LangeKitimat
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The BC Seniors’ Home Renovation Tax Credit assists individuals 65 and over to make permanent home renovations to improve accessibility to their principal residence or to make their principal residence more functional for the senior. The credit is available for those costs that are incurred after April 1, 2012.
The maximum amount of credit that can be received is 10% of the renovation cost or $1000.00. For example, if you put in a wheel chair ramp that cost $5000 and have receipts that prove you spent the $5000 on the ramp, you can claim this amount and you will then receive a maximum credit of $500. If you installed a ramp that cost $20,000, then the maximum amount of credit is only 5% as the credit limit is $1,000.00.
You are eligible for the credit for 2013 if on the last day of the year you are:
• A resident of BC, and
• A senior (65 or over) or a family member living with a senior
The renovation must be to your principal residence and the tax credit can be shared between eligible residents of the home up to the credit maximum. The credit is a refund-able tax credit which means if the credit is greater than the taxes owing, you will receive the difference as a refund.
To qualify for the credit, the renovation must help the senior with an impairment by:
• Improving access to the home or land
• Improving mobility and function within the home or land, or
• Reducing the risk of harm or injury within the home or land.
The main purpose of the renovation cannot be to increase the value of the property.
You claim the credit when you � le your personal income tax return by completing Schedule BC (S12). You must keep all supporting invoicing and other documentation that was used to make the claim. If any work is completed by a family member, receipts for labour and materials must have a GST/HST number.
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BC Innovation Council Venture Acceleration Program Comes to Smithers
The British Columbia Innovation Council (BCIC) and the Bulkley
Valley Economic Development Association (BVEDA) have teamed up to bring the Venture Acceleration Program to Smithers.
The Venture Acceleration Program (VAP) is a paid structured venture growth program designed to guide, coach and grow ambitious early‐stage technology entrepreneurs and effectively grow their technology ventures. The Venture Acceleration Program helps entrepreneurs accelerate the process of defining a proven business model based on a set methodology and set of best practices for growing technology companies. The techno-logical innovations aren’t limited to software innovations. The technological innovation can be in any field such as the natural resources sector.
The goal of the program is to drive economic development and job creation in the province of BC by accelerating the commercialization of technology, resulting in the rapid growth of technology ventures.
The Venture Acceleration Program is delivered by a team of Executives in Residence (EiRs) and supported by a province‐wide network of mentors
through the BCIC Mentor Program. Together, they make up the BC Acceleration Network, an alliance of regional partners, EiRs and executive-level mentors.
The Bulkley Valley Economic Development Association is housing the VAP program. It is available to anyone across the northwest of BC who wants to start a new business with a novel idea or existing businesses who want to spin off a new business with the idea. To learn more about the program please contact Allan Stroet at the BVEDA at 250-847-4355 or [email protected].
Allan Stroet, Economic Development Officer
The 31-unit seniors’ housing development, Ptarmigan Meadows, received the go-ahead from Smithers town council last week.
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Spring set to be a busy construction season
By Ryan JensenSmithers/Interior News
Some major construction projects will be starting soon.
At the regular March 25 Town of Smithers council meeting, three development projects received the go ahead from councillors.
One development is a 31-unit seniors’ housing complex called Ptarmigan Meadows located just behind the Smithers Mall on Princess Crescent.
Another is an office building at 3875 Broadway Ave. that will be the new home of the displaced Perry and Co. Law Firm Office.
And, as detailed on Page 2, the
Smithers Mall is finally receiving a much-needed facelift after years of the building sitting nearly empty.
“There are a huge number of projects this spring that are all coming to fruition which is great to see, some new construction,” said Smithers Mayor Taylor Bachrach.
“The mall project, the adult housing unit and the new office building that we approved tonight
so it’s going to be a busy spring—with the arena as well. Things are really happening.”
The new Perry and Co. location allows the business more room, said lawyer and partner Sean Rowell. The office is going from about 4,000 square feet to nearly 6,000, he said.
“We had one lot on Main Street and now we have a number of lots we can build on so we can get a much nicer building,” said Rowell. “We’re
working towards [starting construction this spring] but we have a number of steps to get through first.”
The law company’s previous building on Main St. was torn down this fall after being destroyed in the August fire that also consumed the building housing Hometown Furniture.
After the fire, the law firm moved into the old Boston Pizza space, and now into an office on Third Ave.
“It’s been an interesting year, to be sure,” Rowell said. “Our clients have been excellent in being patient with us. There’s a lot of organization and time that has to go into moving a law office.”
“Things are really happening,”
-Taylor BachrachSmithers Mayor
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Smithers recycling society frustrated
“The fact that recycling as we know it is being turned on its head is certainly not the doing of this council.
That’s been a direction from the provincial government and from Multi Material BC.
Our hope from the beginning was that whatever we did as council would complement and support what your organization is doing.”
“You know that we kicked up a fuss about the way the program was being rolled out as did communities all across British Columbia but we weren’t really successful in changing the shape of the program.”
Councillor Phil Brienesse said he was also confused because members of the Smithers and Area Recycling Society were involved throughout the process and never before expressed concerns.
“Your organization missed the deadline to become the post-collection facility and you’re expressing frustration with this council that you didn’t get a contract,” Brienesse said.
“It’s hard for me to understand why, at the eleventh hour, we have this frustration from you.”
Late last year, the Town of Smithers agreed to sign a contract with MMBC to begin a curbside recycling service this May. Garbage collection is being
reduced to once every two weeks, with recyclables being picked up in between.
Because MMBC is providing funding for communities on a per capita basis, any additional costs for running the program in Smithers will be offset and residents will not see an increase in property taxes linked to the new curbside recycling service.
The Village of Telkwa, who has been providing the service for the last three years, also signed on with MMBC.
The curbside recycling service begins May 19.
A special meeting between the Town of Smithers and the Smithers and Area Recycling Society has been set up on April 8 at 5 p.m. to discuss the matter further.
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Union workers set for strike voteBy Ryan JensenSmithers/Interior News
About 160 Smithers members of the Hospital Employees’ Union and the BC Government Employees’ Union are set to take a strike vote in a bid to end their contract stalemate with the province.
One of the main sticking points in the negotiation is the contracting out of union member jobs, said Bonnie Pearson, Facilities Bargaining Association chief negotiator.
“Health employers’ demands for more contracting out will cause uncertainty and instability in our hospitals, care facilities and in the community,” Pearson said in a HEU news release, adding the move would open up health care for further
privatization.The Facilities Bargaining
Association represents 11 unions and about 47,000 employees across B.C. The Hospital Employees’ Union represents about 85 per cent of those employees.
A strike vote will be scheduled in the next few days, said Mike Old, HEU communications director, and will not take place before mid-April.
There are about 70 HEU members employed at the Bulkley Valley District Hospital and 90 BCGEU members working at the Bulkley Lodge. Their roles are varied and include ambulance paramedics, maintenance workers, administrative and cleaning staff and IT specialists.
The current collective agreement expires March 31.
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The Smithers Ski and Snowboard Club hosted the 30th annual Schuss Boomer downhill race over the weekend.
“It went really well,” organizer Heidi Westfall said. “Everyone had successful races, we had a great auction and we had lots of participants. Everyone had a fantastic time.”
Thirty-one teams totalling just under 100 skiers and snowboarders took to the Twinkle Toes run at the top of the Skyline chairlift in an attempt to win a myriad of prizes.
As always, the majority of riders dressed in costume and placed the emphasis on fun over competition, though there were a few out to settle some old scores.
“There are a lot of long time rivalries,” Westfall said.
“Most of us have been skiing against each other for the better part of 25 years. There are lots of friendly family rivalries. It shows that this is a sport that you can do for your entire life.”
But the majority were there for the camaraderie and the fun.
“I’m here to enjoy myself,” Schuss Boomer veteran Debi Smith said, of the Powder Dyers. “This year everyone has gone
to town with their costumes, there’s been a lot of effort put in.”
The big prize was awarded to the team that, after their first run, guessed the closest total time on their second run. The ZZ Boomers won the competition and six Central Mountain Air tickets, with a guess that was just .20 seconds off
their total time.The Schuss Boomer
Dream Team took home first place in the fastest team event, while Claire Challen finished as the fastest women’s skier and Phillipe Bernier was the fastest male skier.
Elise Dube, David Anthony and Brady Stokes had the fastest snowboard times.
After each team finished their second run, the teams retreated to the lodge for dinner, drinks and prizes.
Westfall, who has been organizing the event for years, was thankful for the support she received putting the event together.
“As usual, the town of Smithers turned out to support the race.
It’s a great testament to the ski club, the ski community and the community at large. We had great volunteers and the race course was packed. It helps our club gain exposure and it’s an event that no other club in B.C. or Canada can boast.”
There was also a silent and live auction after the completion of
the race.Top prizes included
a day of heli-sking, donated by Last Frontier and a day of cat-skiing donated by BV Electric and Skeena Cat-sking.
The club estimates that they’ve raised between $9,000 to 10,000 that will go directly to the club, though no official total
has been tabulated.Fun race (closest
guessed time)1) ZZ Boomers (Norma Stokes, Dick Eastmure, George Stokes): .20 seconds 2) Wildu (Tyler Wilson, Andre Dube, Elise Dube): .23 seconds 3) We Go This! (Patrick Dunbar, Trent Schibili, Jeff Hume): .38 4) Queen of the Mountain (Jayson Chaplin, Greg Graham, Ryan Holmes): .66 5) Team Fan-Tucking-Fast-ic (Jeremy Roscoe, Erin Hall, Larua Bakermans: .81
Team race times:1) Schuss Boomer Dream Team 2) The Meat 3) Blown to SmithereensIndividual best times (all
age groups)Need for speed (women’s):1) Claire Challen: 130.93, 2) Erin Holtzman: 1:33.45, 3) Heidi Westfall: 1:37.9, 4) Chantel Wickson: 1:39.57, 5) Janet Wilson: 1:54.25Need for speed (men’s): 1) Philippe Bernier: 1:26.42, 2) Gary Huxtable: 126.5, 3) Jeff Hume: 1:27.14, 4) Cormac Hikisch: 1:28.21, 5) Peter Krause: 1:30.01
U14 boys: 1) Kalum Huxtable: 1:37.98, 2) Liam Buchanan: 1:44.8, 3) Liam Huxtable: 1:47.82
15-19 boys: 1) Andres Person: 1.30.69
U14 girls: 1) Chantel Wickson: 1:39.57, 2) Kallien Smale: 1:59.9, 3) Clara Marko: 2:42.47.
Skiers and snowboarders dressed up in their best costumes on Saturday afternoon to compete in the 30th annual Schuss Boomer downhill race.
Nolan Kelly photos
Schuss Boomers have blast on Twinkle Toes
By Nolan KellySmithers/Interior News
Kate Woods and Gabriel Price wrapped up their junior careers in style, taking home two medals from Canadian Nationals last week in Newfoundland.
Both went in hoping to medal, but faced an uphill battle after they each got off to a rocky start.
The weather didn’t help. Strong winds and rain provided slushy conditions that made it difficult for the skiers to find the right set up.
“There were challenging waxing conditions,” Woods said. “And skiing on slushy snow isn’t something I’m used to. You have to change your technique, but I wasn’t able to change mine enough.”
Woods placed 22nd in her first race, the 7.5 km classic.
“It was definitely one of my weaker events, and last year I finished top-10 in every event, so I was a bit disappointed.”
Two days later, Woods was back at it in the 10 km skate. She placed 10th, but, again, the conditions weren’t ideal.”
“People were saying there were 100 km winds,” Woods said. “It didn’t get that bad on the track, but it was definitely windy.”
In her third race, Woods qualified for the finals in the 1.2 km sprint, but got tangled up with another skier and placed 18th.
Woods saved her best for the last race of her junior career, the 7.5 km mass start.
The 50 plus racers stayed close together for the first half of the race, but at the beginning of the third lap a pack of five shot out from the main group. Woods stuck with them.
One girl moved far ahead of the pack. With silver in her sights, Woods made her move and separated from the remaining three in the lead group. She cruised to a second place finish, the first national podium finish of her career.
“I was so excited
afterwards,” Woods said. “I couldn’t believe it.”
Her teammate’s week followed a similar trajectory.
Price was looking to build upon a fourth place finish at nationals two years ago.
“I was definitely hoping I would get a medal,” Price said.
“When I went to Quebec I was pretty stoked about finishing fourth and I wanted to see if I could do better than that.”
In his first race of the week, Price finished 14th, while battling difficult conditions.
“It went okay. It was raining sideways, and that made conditions really tricky.”
Two days later, Price moved up three spots to 11th in the 7.5 km skate.
The following day, he failed to qualify for the 1 km sprint.
With the week of competition winding down, Price had only one chance left to get on the podium.
“I just decided that I was going to go for it in the final race and give it everything I had.”
The 15 km mass start provided him with the chance.
He started two rows back, but managed to break free of the main pack and get into the lead group.
Throughout, Price continued to stay out front as skier after skier fell off the pace and by the third lap he was all alone in third place.
“I was just trying to stay ahead of the guy behind. Eventually I had a look around and there wasn’t anybody around.”
Price maintained his lead the rest of the way, crossing the finish line in third place.
“It was a great way to end the season, for sure. I was really happy.”
Both skiers were quick to credit their coaches and the local cross country club for their success.
“I just want to thank all the coaches, the track setters and everyone else at the club” Price said. “It’s been a really good experience.”
“It’s been a lot of fun,” Woods echoed.
“Chris and my dad and all of the coaches have been great.”
Price will head to the University of Victoria next fall after graduating Smithers Secondary this year.
He’s planning on trying out for the university soccer team, but that might be it for his competitive cross country career.
“I think I’ll continue to do it, but just for fun. Maybe hit up
some of the local races.”
As for Woods, she is either planning on going to university next
year, or continuing to train in preparation for the Canada Winter Games in Prince George next January.
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Gabriel Price (left) and Kate Woods (right) each medaled at the Canadian National CrossContributed photos
By Nolan KellySmithers/Interior News
All 15 of the riders from the Smithers Ski and Snowboard Club found themselves on the podium at Tabor Mountain two weeks ago, but for their head coach Jan Wengelin, the results were secondary to the bigger picture.
“I see 20 people down there, parents gate-keeping and acting as referees, that’s what stands out to me. The cohesiveness and the work ethic put in by the volunteers and the parents, without them we couldn’t do it.”
The team also rented a cabin on the mountain for their stay.
“It was a fantastic event and a fantastic time. We all waxed our skis and snowboards together, cooked together, and everyone came to me and said what a fun weekend they had. That’s what a ski club is all about.”
On the course, skier Jason Oliemans stole the show, with his first place finish in the Men’s 16 and over event.
“He always goes in with a plan, he comes
prepared and he skis really well,” Wengelin said.
“He’s put in a lot of work and deserves the success.”
Oliemans is currently down in the Lower Mainland, competing in the Keurig Cup.
Rather than holding their usual BC Alpine race this coming weekend, the Ski and Snowboard Club has moved it to the April 12 weekend. They’ll combine the sanctioned ski race on
Saturday with their second annual Shred the North snowcross event. With many skiers from around the north already in town, the Shred the North event could turn into one of the biggest open events in the province.
“We are hoping for between 90 and 120 participants,” Wengelin said.
“If we get those numbers, that would be huge.”
Tabor results:Eight and under
snowboard: 1) Luke Pali, 2) Toan Krauskopf
Girls 12 and under snowboard:
2) Kaitlyn Peterson, 3) Megan FraserGirls ski, 13 and over: 1) Chantal Wickson, 2) Kaillian SmaleBoys ski, 10 and under:
1) Darcy Fraser, 2) Calev Smale, 3) Parker Nassichuk
Boys 16 and under: 3) Kalum Huxtable
Men’s 16 and over: 1) Jason Oliemans,
2) Jeff Scholz
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The film Northern Grease features Smithers’ environmentalists.
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By Nolan KellySmithers/Interior News
The Beyond Boarding organization is coming to Smithers to screen two feature length documentaries on April 6 at the Della Herman Theatre.
The films feature footage of B.C. born Dave MacKinnon and Tamo Campos, who are trying to bridge the gap between adventure sports, and environmentalism
Their first film, Beyond Boarding, took them to Peru, where they saw, the effects of climate change on a small village in the Amazon.
“The locals were describing how
conditions were getting worse every year, and we had this revelation that many of their problems were derived from climate change,” Beyond Boarding’s Desiree Wallace said. “We came back home and starting looking into our own back year.”
The second film, Northern Grease, has a more local flavour.
Last year the Beyond Boarding group retrofitted a bus to use vegetable oil as fuel and drove it around B.C. and Alberta, to various environmentally sensitive areas.
They exposed some of the major climate change issues facing western Canada and explored solutions.
The film features
locals like the Egenolf family, and the owners of Dawn to Dusk, who power their homes and businesses with solar power.
Though currently there is a tenuous connection between adventure sports and environmentalism, Wallace hopes that the films will bring the demographics together.
“We’re not trying to reinvent the wheel, we’re just trying to create an avenue to engage new folks on important issues like environmentalism.”
The film will also air in Hazelton on April 1 and across the northwest over the coming weeks.
Tickets are $10 and are available at the door.
Kaillian Smale gets some air during the skicross event at Tabor Mountain.
Contributed photo
Driveway readers to spend billions to buy a new set of wheels
Driveway readers are in the mood to splash out an astonishing $3.6 billion-plus of their hard-earned cash to buy new vehicles this year.This is not some wild, optimistic pre-diction but a solid
forecast based on what our readers revealed in a comprehensive survey conducted on behalf of Black Press by Pulse Research, a company with 30 years of experience in asking the right questions of consumers. In a series of wide-ranging interviews, Black Press newspaper readers from all over the province gave Pulse a comprehensive account of their spending plans. Their intention to spend $53.1 million on fish and chips, $45.8 million on tooth whitening, $13.1 million on tattoos or piercing, $9.1 million on pet toys and $1.9 million on tuxedos, raised some smiles.But the auto spending intent grabbed our seri-ous attention. A massive 123,275 households will take vehicles for a spin and sign on the dotted line. A massive 51,895 will park a new car on their driveway, 32,312 will house a sport ute in their garage, while another 28,395 will opt for a truck out front. Most people surveyed knew what kind of wheels they would be look-ing for and what they were prepared to pay.
The sticker price range for most folks is $25-$30,000. However, premium car sellers will be pleased that 13,708 plan to spend an average of $45,000 on one of their products. Another 7,883 will shell out an average of $64,413 for refined vehicles in the $50-$75,000 price range. In addition, 2,937 more will spend an average of $82,448 on luxury marques. An eco-conscious 11,750 house-holds will fork out more than $30 grand for a hybrid or electric vehicle. Utilitarian minivans top the shopping list at 9,791 homes, with budgets a shade under $30,000.We even discovered that readers would spend another $2 billion on car servicing, preventive maintenance, oil changes and after-market products. Good news for used car sales: 105,750 households are prepared to spend $1.69 billion on pre-owned, nearly new, or whatever the cur-rent parlance is for second-hand vehicles as they used to be called!Last week, Blair Qualey, the president of the New Car Dealers Association of BC, talked about the importance of his industry to this province in his column here about the Van-couver International Auto Show, which runs until Sunday,
Reacting to the Black Press/Pulse report he said: “Customers today are clearly taking advantage of one of the most exciting times in automotive history. Dealers across BC are focusing like never before on creating a better buying expe-rience – a more enjoyable, more informed and
entertaining experience on-site and online. It’s almost as if dealers are putting on mini Auto Shows every day of the week!”He continued: “There are more than 350 new car dealerships across the province, and new ones popping up all the time, making this industry one of BC’s most important. Not only because they generate more than $10 bil-lion annually in economic activity, but also because they employ directly and indirectly, more than 34,000 full-time people in the more than 50 communities that they serve. The buying intent of Black Press readers is terrific news for our members and the BC economy.
“I can hardly wait for the next few years. Buckle up; it’s going to be an exciting ride.”Count on the Driveway team to supply you the best and most current information each week, and on the drivewaycanada site, to help you make the right decision in your car purchase.
by Keith Morgan
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Question of the week:A Black Press/Pulse report this week revealed that readers would spend $3.6 billion purchasing new vehicles this year. Do you plan to park a new vehicle on your driveway? If so, what do you fancy?
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Safety Tip:If you’re checking out the Vancouver International Auto Show this week, pay attention to the great safety features that are becoming more common on vehicles, such as forward collision
warning systems with autonomous braking and activehead restraints. For a small price differential, you could be getting a whole lot more protection.
Meet Walt. He lives with his wife and two teenagers in a quiet neighbourhood. Walt goes to work every morning, provides for his family and chats with his neighbours. Walt has a secret. He’s no Walter White from“Breaking Bad.” But, his love for quick cash and high profits drive
him to a sideline that makes us all a little less safe and costs some their savings.
Walt is a curber.
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A massive 51,895 will park a new car on their driveway, 32,312 will house
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Louisville, KY. - The 200 is not a new nameplate for Chrysler but the 2015 model is all-new from the ground up.This generation of 200 debuts the new “face of Chrysler” with its signature grille and logo. There’s also a standard set of rear LED tailamps, and the interior craftsmanship is much more impressive than before.This mid-size sedan is hoping to play ball – and win – against competitors like the Ford Fusion, Honda Accord, Mazda6 and Toyota Camry, in an ever-aggres-sive segment.Using the baseball analogy with the 200 seemed ap-ropos since the drive event took place in Louisville, Kentucky, the home of the Louisville slugger. Nevertheless, here are the meat and potatoes for the all-new vehicle.There are four trims of 200 available. First is the LX and that has a starting MSRP of $22,995. Then there’s the Limited, the S and the top-of-the-line C model.Regardless of trim, each comes with an industry first, also known as a 9-speed automatic transmission.My day started behind the wheel of the Limited trim with the 2.4L, 4-cylinder MultiAir engine (MSRP $24,995). This powerplant produces 184 horsepower and 173 lb-ft of torque.
The interior reflects that of thoughtful craftsmanship and design. Soft touch materials are used through-out and the layout is easy on the eyes. Not to mention the abundance of cubbyholes in which to place personal items.On a side note, the interior colour combi-nations drew inspiration from various American cities. For example, the all black interior pays homage to New York City, the Linen and Black is Sausalito, California and the Blue and Black on the S model to Detroit.The centre stack can be adorned with either a 5-inch touch screen or the optional 8.4-inch. To me, the 5-inch screen seemed a little small, so I’d invest in the larger version. That said, it was still highly functional and easy to use.On the road, the 2.4L Lim-ited shines brightest when on the highway and on long stretches of pavement. It has ability in the twists and turns, but to really get
a dynamic feel, you’d need to opt for the S or C trim to put it in the Sport mode. In that case, you get a different suspension setup and steering feel to re-ally allow you to have more fun in the captain’s chair.Back to the 2.4L though.
In the city, I felt I didn’t need much more power. Steering feel is light and allows to car the move with ease at slow speeds and gingerly into parking spots. Overall, a pleasant drive.The second half of my day was consumed with the V6. Yum.The award winning 3.6L, Pentastar V6 packs 295 horsepower underneath its sparkling new hood. For a driver’s car, this is the one I’d pick. What’s more, you can configure this engine on all trims except the base LX. Additionally, you can opt for an all-wheel drive setup too.
However, the AWD system needs to be paired with the V6.Getting into the sport mode, or fun mode as I call it, requires pushing down and turning the central dial/gear selector to the right. Make sure you push it down, otherwise it won’t go anywhere. And less fun will be had.When accelerating, there’s a little bit of a throaty gurgle that comes standard out of the twin exhaust pipes around back. It’s a nice sound and one that I enjoyed hearing over and over again.One thing I did notice is that the A pillar did have width to it, so visibility is a little trickier out the front. And with its sloping roofline, visibility out the rear could have been better. Thank goodness for the rearview camera.Along with its new body-work and insides, there are over 60 standard and available safety features to keep both you and the 200 looking good and in one piece.The 2015 Chrysler 200 will be available in the second quarter of 2014.
Visit www.chrysler.ca for more info.
Chrysler wheels out its sedan
segment slugger
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‘‘Along with its new bodywork and insides, there are over 60 standard and available safety features to keep both you and the 200 looking good and in one piece.’’Alexandra Straub
Drives-U-CrazyRural vehicle choices questioned
Are rural readers mathematically challenged?Fellow reader Dave Rush wonders, he writes: “I have never been able to understand why people living outside urban areas usually drive less fuel-efficient vehicles. When forced to travel greater distances, why do North Americans choose vehicles that guzzle more fuel?”I am convinced that our math skills or transportation logic is impaired.Do you have an explanation for him? And what drives-u-crazy?
The McLaren 650S Coupe made its North American debut this week at the Vancouver International Auto Show.The British-made super car can accelerate from zero to 200km/h in just 8.4 seconds. The 4-litre, twin turbo V8, boasts a surprisingly good fuel consumption rate of 11.7
L/100K. Mind you, perform a few burnouts and you will be visiting the gas pumps with more frequency.At press time, there was no sticker price available other than the European price, which is in excess of $350,[email protected]
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Fiesta put the bounce back in Ford
Ford bounced back into the Canadian small car market in a big way with the return of Fiesta for the 2011 model year. Sleek, modern styling lines, peppy performance, great fuel economy and an attractive price made the new Fiesta was a hit straight out of the gate.Ford claimed it set new industry bench-marks in small car safety and in-car media connectivity. Although it has strong European roots, the North Ameri-can version of Fiesta is made in Mexico. It comes in a five-door hatchback body style plus a four-door sedan, which was not sold in Europe. The 2011 Fiesta also came in S, SE, SEL and SES trim levels. Power comes from a Ti-VCT 1.6-litre 4-cylinder engine with twin variable camshaft timing that can provide up to 120 horsepower and peek torque is 112 ft-lb at 5000 rpm. Fuel consumption is rated at 6.9 L/100 km in the city and 5.1 L/100 km on the highway (which is about 56 mpg) with the optional auto-matic.
Some extra (passing) power would be nice at higher speeds, but there’s no problem getting a Fiesta up to a freeway cruising speed. It’s surprisingly quick off its mark from a standing start and the mid-range power available is also impressive, for a small engine.The standard transmission is a 5-speed manual but the optional PowerShift six-speed automatic was a completely new (di-rect-shift) high-efficiency unit. Fundamentally, it is two manual transmissions inside one gearbox with shifts that are electronically activated using a dual-clutch fea-ture, similar to the Audi/VW DSG transmission.
Inside, the centre dash layout (audio etc.) was cell phone inspired, with an eye to attracting younger buyers. SES and SEL trim levels also come with steering wheel-mounted audio controls, a multi-function info screen and a unique ambient
lighting system allows drivers to choose between seven interior accent lighting colors. Rear legroom is limited, like most in this class, and the seat is a 60/40 split-fold design. Nothing clever here, the seatbacks simply flop forward on top of the seat cushion and allow more cargo space, it’s more a more useful feature in the hatchback. Fiesta comes with seven standard airbags, one more than the norm. The extra driver’s knee airbag helps prevent leg injuries and better positions the driver to survive a serious frontal impact. It’s also constructed to comply with European pedestrian (impact) safety requirements. Electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes came standard on all trim levels, which is unusual in an ultra cost-con-scious market segment. A tilt and telescopic steering wheel is another unex-pected standard on all versions of Fiesta. The elec-tric-assist steering system has progressively firmer feel as vehicle speed increases. It also incorporates ‘pull-drift compensation’ feature to help the Fiesta track straighter in strong side winds and another feature, called ‘active nibble control,’ dampens wheel/road vibrations at the steering wheel.While changes for 2012 were minor, they did include an integrated driver’s seat armrest on SE, SEL and SES trim levels. Remote start and keypad entry also became new options on SE, SEL and SES. The top SEL and SES trim levels were replaced with a new Titanium trim package for 2013.Both sedan and hatchback versions of Fiesta got “Top Safety Pick” ratings based of crash test results done by the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety). On the down side, Consumer Reports rated Fiesta “below average” for reliability. The most troublesome areas appear to be power
and audio equipment and the transmission (some software glitches/automatic).Good looking and fun to drive, Ford Fiesta is a miserly fuel user and small car with a lot to offer.
Price Check: 2011 to 2013 Ford Fiesta (March 2014)
Year Edition Expect to Pay2011 Hatchback SE $9,000 to $12,0002012 Hatchback SE $11,000 to $14,0002013 Hatchback SE $13,000 to $16,000 Prices vary depending on a used vehicle’s condition, mileage, usage and history. A complete mechanical check should always be performed by a reliable auto technician prior to purchase.
Safety Recalls: 2010 to 2013 Ford Fiesta:2013: The Tire and Loading Information Label may contain incorrect tire size and inflation pressure in-formation. Dealers will inspect and install a revised label, if necessary.2011/2012/2013: The Restraint Control Module may turn OFF the right side air curtain, as well as the front passenger seat-mounted side airbag, when the Occupant Classification System (OCS) senses the right front seat is not occupied. This could increase the risk of injury to a right rear seat occupant in a collision. Dealers will reprogram the Restraint Control Module.
2014 Ford Fiesta
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“Somewhere along the line, the rebuilt status was dropped.”
Confessions of a CurberIt’s only been a month, but I can see myself selling cars for a long, long time. I feel like a new man. One evening, I was in line at the superstore. An elderly gentleman saw my shopping cart. I had a new digital tire gauge that I was going to give to my next buyer.Turns out he was looking for a used car as he’d recently given his car to his grandson. He just needed something basic. “This is your lucky day!” I told him.The old fellow was around my father-in-law’s age – close to 80. He walked with a cane and had two ear pieces. I was practically shouting to him. What an easy sale.I decided to give him a ride and show him the car. He went on to tell me about his young granddaughter, too.At any rate, we got to the car – it was a base model with an automatic transmission. “It’s perfect for you, sir!” I exclaimed.He got in and sat at the wheel. His face lit up right away. I could tell that he’d been a car enthusiast in his younger days. “Where’d you get this car, son?” he asked me.“It’s my dad’s old car – he passed away and I
just can’t keep it anymore,” I lied. In reality, I imported the car from Washington. It came with documents that mentioned New York State. The title was clean, so I assumed it was in good condition. I priced the vehicle quite high – well over its value. But he didn’t know, and he didn’t ask any more questions. I told him I had another buyer interested (another lie), and that he had to make a decision right away.With no hesitation, he got a bank draft and I gave him the keys. Like I promised, I threw in the new tire gauge. Marty gave me a wink and slowly drove off.Another foolish customer, I thought. No history report to keep me on my toes. And worse, he needs to get it inspected, registered and insured within 30 days - I didn’t bother. I just got my buddy in Bellingham to help me get it across.That evening, I took out the papers I’d received with the car. I decided to go over them more thoroughly. I guess I was a bit bored.Turns out, the vehicle had been registered in four U.S. states. Somewhere along the line, the rebuild* status was dropped. Probably intentionally. The inspection and ICBC will catch that. And who knows if the odometer is right? At least it’s no longer mine.
*Rebuild – A vehicle written off as a total loss by an insurance company, then rebuilt
and certifi ed for use. This term does not describe a vehicle that has a new or
repaired motor, transmission or other major part. Rebuilds offer savings
when repaired well, but a buyer has a right to know
it was rebuilt. But this buyer didn’t and Walt
walked away with the cash.
‘‘Good looking and fun to drive, Ford Fiesta is a miserly fuel user and small car with a lot to offer.’’Bob McHugh
By Nigel Matthews The Hagerty Spring Thaw is a budget-minded driving adventure through British Columbia for pre-1979 touring and sportscars. And that was all cost conscious Driveway editor Keith Morgan needed to know to take part in this un-scored, non-competitive event, which takes place next month entirely within the province of British Columbia.“I spend the entire year driving new cars so this seemed like a fun way to spend some fun time in a classic,” Morgan explained.“My old friend George Holt, from Gabriola Island, has a rather fine 1954 Jaguar XK120 roadster so I’m going to ‘nagivate’ for him. Yes, knowing George I will be doing more ‘nag’ than ‘nav’!”The drive starts on Friday, April 25, in Squamish and finishes in Hope, on Sunday, April 27. To ensure an “adventure”, the route will remain secret until competitors receive their entry packages at registration.Way-finding instructions will be detailed and clear, and will not require any calculations or rally knowledge. The event consists of 100 percent paved roads, with some moun-
tainous terrain, and driving is scheduled during daylight hours. Car wash facilities are available at each overnight stop.The Morgan and Holt Driveway team will photograph the event and their journey along the spectacular 1,200km route over three days. The account of their adventure will appear in Driveway and online at drive-waybc.ca in early May.Squamish Classic Car Adventures and the West Coast Rally Association organize the Spring Thaw and follow the BC Rally Regulations. The event is open to sport, touring and classic cars from 1979 and earlier. The orga-nizers say that if people believe they have a unique car that fits, but doesn’t meet the
age category they should make contact, regardless. Entry information can be found at: www.classiccaradven-tures.com/events/hagerty-spring-thaw-classicNigel Matthews is the director of sales and marketing for Hagerty Insurance Canada.
E-mail him at: [email protected]
Driveway team warms to the Hagerty Spring Thaw event
‘‘I spend the entire year driving new cars so this seemed like a fun way to spend some fun time in a classic.’’Keith Morgan
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I can remember buying my first truck in 1986 like it was yesterday. It had to be a specific make and model: I was looking for. A Toyota 4x4 pick-up, black in color and it had to be in good shape. I wanted it to be bone stock with as little mileage as possible.I found one in the paper that was on the lot at a dealership in Surrey. Quickly I called them to inquire and they said they had a couple of people with deals writ-ten up, but it didn’t look like they were going to go through, so if I wanted it I had better get down there right away (Naive at that age to fall for and old trick like this).I had to get a ride from a friend and I remember it was snowing so it was slow getting there. When I arrived it was running and they were anxious for me to drive it. I took it around the block and parked it in a vacant lot, hopped out and started to inspect it. I immediately noticed rust and some body dam-age. Clearing the snow off inside the truck box, I could see more damage. It looked like someone had dropped a bowling ball into it from about a high ledge. I could smell antifreeze and noticed some oil leaks.I headed back to the dealership disappointed. The salesman was there to greet me. He asked if I had any concerns and I started to point out the obvious.
He quickly dismissed them as cosmetic and said do you want to write a deal on it because he has people in the show-room wanting to buy it. I told him I was not interested.On the ride home, I thought how quickly I had to grow up and look at everything as if someone was going to take advan-tage of me, sad reality. The next day I picked up the latest copy of Truck Trader and spotted the exact make and model I was looking for. I bought the 1983 edition for $9,000 from a family that only used it once a week to drive to Abbots-ford and back to Coquitlam for supplies. It was perfect; funny how God puts
things in your path and everything works out in the end. A week later I started to work on it. I acquired some used 33 inch tires and installed a 4” lift kit. I drove that truck every night after work to show it off.I washed it so many times I thought the paint was going to come off. A year had past and I purchased many more items for the truck. A major car show was coming up soon and I decided I would put it in the back of the shop and work on it so I could enter it into the show. Giving up my truck for a month was tough and I had to make a few sacrifices to get around.My first car show was a hit. I came in second place and I was determined the following year I would be back with something they have never seen before.
I poured most of my paychecks into my truck and took it off the road for two months to prepare for its transformation.I called up the owner of Interco Tire and asked about some Supper Swamper tires. He said he had a set of 44x18.5x15 tires in his office that nobody has seen before. At that time the largest they made were 42”. I told him to send them to me I would figure out what I had to do to fit them under the truck. When they came in they looked big. So big I was getting worried. The custom leaf springs came back from the spring shop and I knew my calcula-tions were correct. With all the multiple shocks in place, chassis freshly painted, motor work done, a lower gears installed it was ready for the tires. I cleared away the debris pile that accumulated around my truck. Placed the floor jack under the
rear axle and started to jack it up. With the rear tires on and clearing the fenders it was time to move to the front. When I started to lift the front I noticed how high the hood was getting, at that point I knew I had built a monster. With all the tires in place I slowly drove it out of the shop. The sun gleaming down on the freshly polished paint and the smell of paint burning off the exhaust system still sticks in my mind. Outside it looked like a beast; people were slowing down to take a look. The show was a week later and I came home with first place. Mission accomplished. It was worth every penny of the $12,000 I put into it.Then I sold it for $15,500 in 1990 so that I could afford to get married . . . need I say any more?Tell me your truck story and please send [email protected]
Audi sport ute has design appeal
Misty-eyed memories of my first truck
Audi is the fastest growing luxury brand in Canada likely due to excellent styling, impressive interior design and advanced engineering.Audi seems to be hitting the sweet spot in terms of appeal and design that is the envy of many other luxury brands. The Q5 has been a cornerstone of the Audi brand helping couples and families get into an Audi product but retain the functionality that is needed to move people and cargo around in style. Compact SUVs are growing so quickly in popularity that they might overtake compact cars in sales. The Q5 is sold with a turbocharged 4-cylinder, a turbo-charged V6 diesel or two supercharged V6 gasoline models that will rip the tarmac off the road. The SQ5 is the top of the line Q5; it comes with just a few options and makes an already excellent prod-uct oh so much fun. LooksWhen I picked up my test SQ5, something looked
different. I quickly realized that the 20-inch wheels had been replaced by 19-inch wheels, fitted with winter tires. The stance of the SQ5 looks so much better with 20-inch wheels or the optional 21-inch wheels for just $1,000 more. The SQ5 has a slightly lower ride than the other Q5 models and comes with splash of grey trim inside the front air intakes, side mirrors, rear air diffuser, plus subtle badging. It could be argued that the SQ5 is a little too subtle for the $57,000 starting price. InsideAudi has been referenced as the high point in interior design. I would agree that the latest products have some wonderful materials and
design but this SQ5 is starting to show its age a bit. The screen in the dash is on the small side compared to huge screens from BMWs X3 and domestic brands like the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The lower parts of the dash and doors still have hard plastic bits, where BMW does a better job of covering theirs in soft-touch materials. Even on this top model, Audi still charges a whopping $3,200 for navigation and $1,000 for the Bang & Olufson sound system. In this day of navigation-equipped smartphones, the obscene amounts car companies charge for na-vi-equipped cars will soon end. On the positive side, the SQ5 is fitted with superb seats that are bolstered
perfectly and covered in ultra-soft leather. The seating position is first rate as is outward visibility, cargo space and rear seat room. DriveThe base Q5 is fitted with a turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder with 220hp. This model is a nice balance of fuel economy and driving pleasure. The SQ5 comes with a supercharged 3.0L V6 with a heart stopping 347hp. The base car will take a run to 100km/h in 7.1 seconds, the SQ5 in just 5.3 sec-onds, almost a full 2 seconds quicker. What is the most impressive part of the SQ5 is just how good it is to drive in any situation, thanks to the standard Audi Drive Select system. Being able to change the sensitivity of the steering, throttle response, transmission changes and even the sound of the engine, makes this SQ5 a pleasure in stop and go driving or full throttle passing on the highway. I found the comfort setting to be best in the city and the dynamic setting for open road cruising. The ride is firm and very responsive without being too chop-py and combined with the potent engine can be placed into corners and is sucked to the pavement thanks to a sophisticated Quattro AWD system. VerdictThe Q5 is a solid choice for anyone looking for a premium compact SUV. The base 4-cylinder model starts at $40,900 and is the best seller. This SQ5 is the powerhouse version and does everything so well, point it where you want to go and it will get the driver there with a smile on their face. What might be the best of both worlds in the 3.0L turbocharged diesel Q5 with 428 lb.-ft. of thunder-ous torque that makes it very quick, but also more fuel-efficient, or the detuned 3.0L supercharged V6 with 272hp. [email protected]
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The LowdownPower: 3.0L supercharged V6 with 347hpFill-up: 13.2L/8.5L/100km (city/highway) Sticker price: $57,000
‘‘The SQ5 is the top of the line Q5; it comes with just a few options and makes an already excellent product oh so much fun.’’Zack Spencer
‘‘It was worth every penny of the $12,000 I put into it.’’Ian Harwood
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Town of
The Town of Smitherswould like to thank the following Bulkley Valley
Community Foundationfor its generous contribution to-wards the Affordable Recreation Fund. The Foundation’s donation will be used to assist children to take part in local recreation and
sport programs.
Smithers Volunteer Fire� ghters
for their excellent work main-taining the ice at the outdoor arena in Central Park this win-ter. The many hours of care are
greatly appreciated by local families and individuals.
Department of Recreation, Parks & Culture
would like to thank theCanadian Tire Jumpstart Founda-tion for its generous donation. It has allowed many children and
youth to attend many localwinter sport programs.
The Town of Smithers is now takingregistration for its Spring/Summer 2014 Programs.
They include:• Ranger Park Licensed Preschool ages 3-5• Adult Yoga• After school programs ages 6-12 (art/cooking/
sports)• Adult Bellydance classes• Steve Nash Youth Basketball League• BC Volleyball Camp• British Soccer Camps• British Multi Sports Camp• BC Sailing Camp• Recreation Hockey Camps
Financial donations arebeing accepted now.
It has been a busy 2013-2014 season. The Town would like to thank the following groups for offering great opportunities for
children and adults to stay active over the winter months;
Smithers Minor Hockey
Smithers Figure Skating Club
Smithers Rec Hockey
Smithers Women’s Hockey
Smithers Oldtimers Hockey
Smithers Rubber Puckers
CN Rusty Rails
The Monday/Friday morning
adult hockey group
The Steelheads Hockey Club
BVHA Christian Kids Hockey
Registration� ank You
Reminder
SmithersCivic Centre
Arena
The Town of Smithers would like to remind residents to; Please pick up after your dog while on the trails and in the parks AND please wear your bicycle helmet while
cycling around Town.
From the Town of Smithers
250-847-1600www.smithers.ca
families and individuals.
Department of
Recreation Hockey Camps
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Steve NaSh leagueThe Town of Smithers spring Steve Nash Youth Basketball League is back again. Kids from seven to 14 practice and play games until May 3. The event also features a three-on-three tournament on April 12 at the Smithers Secondary School gym. Call 250-847-1600 for more information.
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Ready, Set, Learn!Considering preschool?Ready, Set, Learn is an ideal way to introduce your three-year-old to the fun world of learning and literacy. Parents and tots will have a great time together as our pre-school teaching staff lead them in games, stories, crafts and more. This is also an excellent opportunity for parents to meet some of Bulkley Valley Christian School’s staff and find out more about the pre-school program.
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2014 Bulkley Valley Community FoundationScholarships and Bursaries
The Bulkley Valley Community Foundation provides scholarships and bursaries for 2014 graduating students who attend high school in Smithers, Houston and Hazelton.
Applications are accepted from March 15 to May 15, 2014. Scholarships and bursaries are awarded to qualifying students in each of these communities.
The information package and application form is available on the Founda-tion website www.bvcf.ca under the grants icon.
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SMITHERS BUDGET 2014INFORMATION SESSION
Mayor Bachrach and Council would like to invite all interested members of the public to attend an information session about the Town’s 2014-2018 Five-Year Financial Plan.
This will be held in the Council Chambers of the Smithers Town Office from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday April 8, 2014.
A brief presentation will be given by Council, followed by a question and answer period.
Light refreshments will be served.
Please feel free to contact the Town Office at 250-847-1600 if you would like more information regarding the Town’s Five-Year Financial Plan.
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Hamhuis joins Cougars as part of investment group
Former Prince George Cougars defenceman Dan Hamhuis is part of a six-person investment group that has purchased the WHL team.
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By Nolan KellySmithers/Interior News
Former Prince George Cougars defenceman Dan Hamhuis is now a current Prince George Cougars owner, after finalizing a purchase for the club as part of an investment group that includes current NHLer and Cougar alumni Eric Brewer and businessman Greg Pocock.
“I’ve got a real close attachment with Prince George because I played junior there,” Hamhuis told The Prince George Citizen last week.
“It’s also a place personally that means a lot to me, meeting my wife (Sarah) there, getting married, having our first kid.
“We still go back every summer for
our charity golf tournament and from being up north (Smithers) there are just a lot of close personal ties.”
The Cougars have struggled at the gate of late, with the second lowest attendance figures in the CHL at just under 2,000 per game, the result of an 18 per cent decline over the last two seasons.
They’ve also missed the playoffs in five of the last seven seasons.
Those numbers, have sparked speculation that the club was set to pack up and move to Winnipeg or Nanaimo next season.
But with the local purchase, those rumours can be put to bed.
Hamhuis told
The Citizen that the investment group is committed to keeping the team in Prince George.
“It is two guys (Hamhuis and Brewer) that have played there, both guys have their wives from there and the businessmen that are involved are all Prince George guys so obviously that’s the goal,” Hamhuis said.
“It’s never been discussed in our group to move the team. We believe that Prince George is a place where it can work.”
But Hamhuis sees this as a business opportunity as much as a
Though the team is losing money, Hamhuis still sees it as a solid financial move.
“On the business side it looks like
it could be a good investment,” he said.
“I believe in the city and we hope to get the building full again.
“And I think we can do it. It’s a great hockey city up there, there are so many hockey fans. Hopefully, this renews some interest with the change of ownership.”
Earlier this month The Citizen reported that the team was purchased for between $7 and $8 million
Hamhuis spent four seasons with the Cougars, beginning in 1998.
He played in 247 games over four seasons, tallying 156 points.
According to The Citizen, Hamhuis expects the sale to be completed the next two weeks.
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By Nolan KellySmithers/Interior News
The St. Joseph’s Parish is turning 100 this year.
Throughout its tenure, the church has endured, contributing a long and storied history to the town of Smithers.
Parishioner, Eileen Bouvier, who moved to Smithers in 1960 and has been a member of the church ever since, is chairing the 100th anniversary celebrations.
“Time flew by,” Bouvier said. “I’ve seen a lot of changes, from mud streets to paved ones.
The town has grown so much over the past 100 years, so it’s nice to know that the church has always been here.”
More than 50 priests have spent time as head of the church in Smithers, serving thousands of Catholics.
“It was the centre of our social life growing up,” fellow parishioner Meta Bolster said. “It was the big thing in our family, to dress up and go to mass.”
Bolster fondly remembers Father Gordon, who organized community sports, dances, parties and choirs, and not just for the church, but for the whole community.
The current parish Father, Rectorino Tolentino Jr., was scheduled to leave the parish a year ago, but asked to stay on be a part of the centennial celebrations.
The origin of the Catholic church in Smithers traces back to the Oblates of Mary
Immaculate, who came from France, through Oregon and Vancouver Island.
The Oblates travelled from trading post to trading post, up the Fraser River, establishing missions in towns along the way.
Father Nabili was the first missionary to reach the Babine Lake area.
In the mid 19th century, he came, travelling by foot, dog sled, canoe and horseback, carrying with him an altar stone that weight upwards of 100 lbs.
After Nabili left, the Bulkley Valley was without a regular priest for 21 years, until Father Godfrey
Eichelsbacher, travelled to the area after serving in the Yukon during the gold rush.
The first Catholic church in Smithers was built on four lots purchased by Godfrey in 1913, on the corner of Queen Street and First Ave., where the current Bulkley Valley Credit Union building stands.
After 50 years of service, the church was demolished in 1969 when the Smithers Fire Department was allowed to burn it down for practice.
The building of the new church and rectory finished in 1967. The cost of the church and the adjacent school totalled $190,000.
Prior to dismantling the old church, the steeple was removed and set up in front of the new public library as part of a Smithers centennial project. Currently, the steeple is being restored by Clare Moisey and will be returned to the church grounds when the work is complete.
The current church was officially dedicated on Oct. 4, 1967, with an estimated 350 people in attendance.
A quote from the Oct. 11, 1967 edition of the Smithers Interior News reads:
“During his sermon, Bishop O’Grady congratulated the congregation in the completion of
a beautiful church and commended it to their use as a centre of prayer and a focal point for the practice of their faith.”
Over the new church’s tenure, the St. Joseph’s school has remained.
Remarkably, the church today is virtually unchanged from the one that was built in 1967. In almost 50 years, only two benches have been removed, both for the installation of a new organ.
Throughout the years, the church has fostered a number charitable organizations. The Catholic Women’s League was created in
1957.They’ve been active
in many areas within the community. Local hospital boards, town council, hospital auxiliary, cancer association and Red Cross.
The members have also supported community services such as the Meals on Wheels, food hampers, food banks and the Passage House.
The Catholic Men’s Club began shortly after the women’s league, in 1959.
The Men’s Club has been responsible for fundraising socials, bingos and communion breakfasts.
As well, the Knights of Columbus
began in 1982 as a fundraising arm of the church. Each year, they sell tickets to the annual Knight’s Charity Appeal, donating proceeds to the Bulkley Valley Child Development Centre and the Learning Disabilities Association.
In honour of the centennial, the parish has planned a year-long jubilee, featuring a series of events that will culminate on May 24th with a dinner and social at the St. Joseph’s school gym. Tickets are $40.
For more information, contact Eileen Bouvier at 250-847-3478, or the parish office at 250-847-2012.
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Clockwise: The new church, built in 1967, the old church - burned down in 1969 and Parishioners Meta Bolster and Eileen Bouvier.
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Everyone needs a helping hand once in awhile
From the Smithers Community
Services Association (SCSA) newsletter: Did you know that SCSA supports community members through its programs? I for one use the Helping Hands program. An awesome fellow comes and shovels out my driveway in the winter and mows my grass in the summer. There are programs offering life and parenting skills.
I don’t know if there were any programs on parenting skills when my kids were babies. Sure would have helped ease my constant worry that I wasn’t doing the best for them.
Literacy includes not just reading but computer skills and even filling out that dreaded income tax form. Adult one-on-one tutoring is available as well as English as a second language. The Christmas Hamper program sent out 300 hampers for 1,000 people. Each hamper included a voucher for a full Christmas dinner,
roasted chicken, stuffing, cranberry sauce, a box of mandarin oranges and even chocolate. Books were included for each child. A lot of the work done by SCSA is rounded up by volunteers and donors. Great community agency!
Round Lake Fundraiser: Saturday, April 26, 7 p.m. Dinner and dance, East Indian
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$30 per person at Speedee Interior Stationery, Mountain Eagle Books and Betsy at BV Home Centre. Limited amount of tickets so get yours soon.
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Thoenn Glover’s Vancouver Dance Collective and the SSS Arts Academy presented Pastiche on Friday night at the Della Herman Theatre. The event featured contemporary dance, lighting and sound design.
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Invitation to Submit ProposalsDowntown Telkwa
Façade Improvement ProgramThe Village of Telkwa invites all downtown commercial business-es to submit proposals for the above program. The Village has secured $20,000 grant funding available for commercial prop-erty owners in the downtown core that are wishing to improve their facades. Selected projects will be reimbursed up to 50% of the eligible renovation costs to a maximum of $5,000. Application packages can be found on the Villages's website www.telkwa.com and are available at the Village’s of� ce. The application deadline is May 8th, 2014. Every application will be reviewed by the Façade Improvement Advisory Committee and selections are ex-pected to be announced by end of May.
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The ABC Bookmobile will be at the Seventh Day Adventist Church Parking Lot on the corner of King St & 4th Ave
on Thursday, April 3rd 5PM - 6PM.This Bookmobile comes twice a year
from the lower mainland to sell Christian books, music,
and vegetarian food supplies.
Anyone interested is welcome to drop by.
Hudson Babes need new members The Arthritis
Society has identified priorities for action in the “Erase the Pain” program. Cure: cracking the code, the off switch, next is Care: closing the gap. Community plays a huge role. More information www.thepain.ca.
Every wanted to join in a roller derby bout? The Hudson Babes are looking for members. They are gearing up for the first full season of training and bouting.
They welcome all skill levels and interests, even if you just want to join in the cheering! Learn to skate, rev up you skills, become a referee (you need to get fit and skate well too), help out as a non-skating official doing score keeping and penalty box management.
Check out the action for free Monday evenings at the Legion until May. After that they will move into the arena.
Sunday, April 13, 2pm – 4-pm. A chance to sing along with Dave Conway and friends as they lead you in campfire songs while sitting comfortably in the Round Lake Hall.
Remember Four Strong winds, Farewell to Nova Scotia, Tom Dooley? Spend a lovely Sunday afternoon in the country. Questions: Judy 250-846-5296
Sending out a quick heartfelt thank you to the fellows at
the Canadian Tire Service Department. They have been so good about my recent car repairs. Supportive, helpful, even drew me a picture of what was wrong, took me in to see for myself and it wasn’t as costly as I was worried it would be.
Thanks guys, truly showing what customer service means!
Closing with: I learn by going where I have to go. Theodore Roethke.
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Tea bags have a number of uses
You just never know. You wake
up in the morning and there it is! A new ache and pain has surfaced, or a darn fool headache. Maybe it is a sore throat. Who knows until you face the light of day. That was me yesterday. I started my day, finished all I have to do inside and out. I mean as far as chores are concerned.
Time to brave the mirror. For goodness sake I have a very red eye! So attractive! I could easily have found a part in a horror film. It didn’t hurt, no blurred vision—just ugly. Since I am off to have coffee at Midway with friends I need to fix things. I tried eye drops, no luck. No cucumber on hand. So I went for the old tea bag trick.
I have an idea I have already told you about the benefits of drinking black or green tea. Things like it fights cancer, reduces risk of stroke. It also revitalizes the body cells. That must be why all the British TV shows have the plan to offer tea for
any event bad or good.
Tea bags? Other than helping me out with my red ey,e tea can be used to flavour meat. You can rub on the tea leaves or just use some liquid tea as a marinade. I am told that liquid tea can remove grease and grime off mirrors and stoves.
Smelly shoes in your house? Put a tea bag in a running shoe.
Not a wet one of course. Here is a good one for you. A wet tea bag applied to a wart will remove it over time. Never had a wart so I have not tried that.
Do you get canker sores? I am told that if you bite down on a tea bag it will help. Also helps with
the pain from oral surgery etc. How about that? Bleeding gums might get better from a good old tea bag.
Here is one I like. Add tea or tea leaves to your house plants and it works as a fertilizer. I have used coffee grounds for plants in my greenhouse and that works too.
I have to admit I don’t drink a lot of tea. I have friends who come here who prefer herbal tea. I like that too, but I have to say I do enjoy and good cup of black tea. Cream and sugar added. I make it in a teapot and use a china cup and saucer to complete the scenario. A cookie is a must.
How did my red eye do after its tea bag treatment? One night of plopping a wet bag on my eye and I was ready for public scrutiny again. It comes down to it is always worth trying to find a simple solution to problems.
Good luck with your problems. You can tell me all about it when you call 250-846-5095 or just e-mail to [email protected].
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Welcome Wagon program returnsBy Ryan JensenSmithers/Interior News
After a four-year absence, the Welcome Wagon program is back in the Bulkley Valley.
The previous representative had to leave the position suddenly and no one had stepped up to replace her.
Through her job at The Interior News, Laura Botten was used to
dealing with the Welcome Wagon representative and noticed the absence of the program in the community.
“I felt strongly that the Welcome Wagon needed to have a presence in the community, even if it meant doing it myself,” she said.
After spending months gathering materials to fill the welcome basket, Botten started making her first visits as a Welcome Wagon
representative earlier this year.
It’s been a learning experience for her, but Botten said she has enjoyed every visit.
“I’m a little shy with new people so it’s a bit out of my comfort zone sometimes, but I’m proud of my community so I’m able to make the extra effort.”
As a long-time resident, Botten is well qualified to be the one to welcome new people to
the Bulkley Valley. Her grandparents,
Stan and Laura Flint, moved here in 1949.
“The Bulkley Valley is a wonderful place and I’m very proud of my home,” Botten said.
She also has two children of her own, Ryan and Lisa, so she’s well-versed in what new parents can expect as well.
“The best part for me is meeting the new people and hearing their stories
about what brought them here,” she said. “And of course seeing the new babies.”
The goodies in the Welcome Wagon basket are sponsored by businesses in Smithers and Telkwa.
They include general information about the area, maps, gift certificates and other small items. The program has been around in Canada for more than 80 years.
“Each visit has the same basket but the all are a very different experience.”
A typical Welcome Wagon visit takes about 20 minutes.
Botten is always on the look-out for new sponsors and new residents and babies to visit. She’s available on Wednesday, Saturday and most evenings.
For more information on the program, call Laura at 250-846-5742.
Big sister Emma, twins Kynslee Grace and Claire Alyssa and parents Jesse and Melissa Butler look over the basket of goodies provided by Welcome Wagon representative Laura Botten on Saturday.
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Jonina Cawsey, left, steps lightly with the Adult Tap group duing the Divas and Friends Variety Show at the Della Herman Theatre on Saturday night. The annual event is a fundraiser for the Smithers Art Gallery. Casey Masset, above, rocks his baby to Jack Pine and His One Man Band’s music on Friday night at the Smithers Art Gallery.
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Arson suspected in Kispiox Gas Bar blazeBy Marisca BakkerSmithers/Interior News
New Hazelton RCMP is investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed the Kispiox Gas Bar on March 27.
Lana Johnson, who lives down the block from the gas bar, was woken up by her husband who noticed the flames shortly after 6 a.m. He rushed out to try and put out the fire while Johnson called 9-1-1.
“It started on the side and then the flames came out of the top of the building and were shooting across, everything happened so fast and everyone was scrambling,” Johnson said.
“No one expected a fire so early in the morning. We were both running like chickens with our heads cut off.
“It was a rude awakening, a big fire. We thought about the store and everything that was in there. But we didn’t see anything or anyone else around at the time,” she said.
The Glen Vowell and the Kispiox Volunteer Fire Departments were both called out to battle the blaze.
The gas bar was closed when the fire began and there are no injuries to report. The convenience store was the only place in the area to fuel up and now residents will have to travel about 20 minutes to get gas and other supplies.
The building, owned by the Kispiox Band, was undergoing extensive renovations. Net-Zero Structures Limited had put an addition on that almost doubled the size of the building, put a new roof and siding on and added a built-in walk-in cooler. Company owner, Michael Sawyer says they were about a week away from being done with project. He says the fire was not caused by the construction or his crews.
New Hazelton RCMP suspect arson.
Anyone with information is asked to call the detachment at (250) 842-5244 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
The Kispiox Gas Bar, which was in the middle of extensive renovations, was set on � re the morning of March 27. New Hazelton RCMP suspect arson.
Marisca Bakker photos
Marisca Bakker takes over Three Rivers ReportI’m excited to join
the team here. I’ve been a journalist
for about four years now and am looking forward to writing for The Interior News.
I have a passion for politics, love breaking news and writing about community events. I moved to Smithers
in 2010 from Ontario and have met some incredible people. When I first came to town, I was offered a place to live, given furniture, taken out for sightseeing trips and invited into many peoples’ homes for dinner. The generosity of this small town is outstanding.
I’ve since settled in, gotten married and adopted a puppy.
One of my favourite places in Smithers is Twin Falls. I love to hike up there and enjoy the scenery, it never gets old. I also like gardening and get beyond excited when the tulips start coming up. I haven’t figured
out how to grow tomatoes here but if anyone has any tips, I’d love to hear them!
The annual perennial plant sale is coming up in Smithers soon and you can bet that I’ll be there. Each year, I can’t believe how many people donate a part of their plant and how many
more people come to check it out. It’s always interesting learning and figuring out what grows best in this part of the country and there is no better way to find out then to see what other people grow. The other great aspect of the event is the prices. Plants
can be pricey, but for a couple of bucks at the sale, you can find a whole garden full of goodies. The sale takes place on May 24 in Smithers.
If you have any story ideas please give me a call at 250-847-3266 or email me at [email protected]. Marisca Bakker
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CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
Sunday Worship Services at 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.
Sunday School for ages 3-6during the morning worship service.
Pastor Ken Vander Horst1471 Columbia [email protected]
Phone 250-847-2333
“Groundwork”on The Peak at 9:30 am Sundays
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCHRev. Dwayne GoertzenPastor Trevor Brawdy
250-847-2929Email: [email protected]
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Sunday School 10:15-11Second Service 11:15
1838 Main St.
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FAITH REFORMED CHURCH OF TELKWA
Pastor James Folkerts(URC-NA)
1170 Hwy 16, Telkwa
Services at 10 am & 2:30 pm
Listen to “Whitehorse Inn program”
Sundays at 9 am on The Peak 870 am
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH
on the corner of Queen St. and 7th Ave.
Morning Worship 10:45 am with Junior
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Pastor Chris Kibblewww.smithersbaptist.ca
250-847-3725
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3696 4th Avenue
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250-847-3333
Rev. Alyssa AndersonSunday 10:00 AM
Worship & Children’s Program
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BAPTIST CHURCHBAPTIST CHURCH
Christian FellowshipSunday mornings 10:30 a.m.
1065 Main St., Smithers
Join us for Services. Renew your FAITH! We welcome visitorsand new members.
Faith Alive
Upper � oor Fitness Northwest Centre, Broadway Ave.
10-12 noon SundaysYouth meeting Fridays at 7 pm
Rev. Don Mott,Phone 250-847-3864
Christian Fellowship
ST. JAMESANGLICAN CHURCH
Sunday10:00 am - Service and Sunday School
4th Sunday2:00 pm service at St. John the Divine, Quick
250-847-6155 • Quick250-847-9881 • Smithers250-847-5625 • Fax phone
1636 Princess StreetWelcomes you to worship with us 10 am & 2:30 pm every Sunday
3115 Gould Place
Smithers
Pastor Lou Slagter
250-847-2080
Bethel Reformed
Church
Meeting in the Historic St. Stephen’s Church
1620 Highway 16 in Telkwa
Sunday Morning Worship 10 am
For information e.mail [email protected]
Mount ZionLutheran Church
THREE RIVERS REPORT
Literacy coordinator fears funding cutsBy Marisca BakkerSmithers/Interior News
The funding for community literacy coordination in Hazelton may be in jeopardy.
The provincial dollars given last year were slashed in half and now Hazelton Literacy Outreach Coordinator, Sarah Panofsky, is worried that nothing will be allocated for next year.
The community literacy work includes providing support to children, adults, families, youth and seniors who struggle with the formal system and who need support to move ahead.
Panofsky said she organizes workshops around different aspects of literacy and provides
a literacy lens to different community tables in Hazelton. She adds it’s important to widen the conversation about literacy.
“Literacy is often
something we think is just reading and writing but in reality it’s how we navigate our day-to-day lives, the ability and confidence to open a bank account,
have the skills and the knowledge to be active and engaged citizens. It’s something that comes up in all aspects of community life. So what I’ve been doing
is engaging people around literacy issues and expanding that conversation. We don’t only work with education, we work with social workers, the RCMP,
you know, it’s sort of a cross sectorial approach to talking about literacy issues.”
Panofsky said it costs about $14,000 a year to offer the program
in Hazelton. She is hoping the provincial government will find room for it in the 2014/2015 budget but said so far it isn’t looking like that will be the case.
“There is an awful lot of good stuff happening here, for example the book bus, with the literacy outreach group through the college and different things but the piece that I do as the coordinator is bring these efforts together. That would be the real shame, especially in a small community like this. To have the time and resources to build relationships, network and collaborate, that’s what is at stake.”
Panofsky said she is hoping enough people pressure the government to keep the funding flowing.
The Learning Shop is a storefront learning centre in Old Hazelton.
Marisca Bakker photo
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JOURNEYMANHEAVY DUTY MECHANIC Billabong Road and Bridge Maintenance Inc. is currently looking to fill the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic in our Carnaby location. Work involves di-agnosis, overhaul and repair of heavy construction and service equipment. This position will entail shift work and work outside in all types of weather, and may include the operation of snow removal equipment in storm situations.Qualifications:• Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Trade Certification.• Minimum driver classification required is a Class 3
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Employment OpportunityLabourer (Groundskeeper)
Public WorksMay 5 to September 26, 2014
The Village of Telkwa is seeking applications for a temporary, full-time Labourer (Groundskeeper) in the public works department from May 5th to September 26th, 2014. Proponents must be skilled in landscaping and groundskeeping and be physically able to perform the duties necessary to maintain Village parks and grounds. Candidates must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.A detailed job description is available on the Village of Telkwa website www.telkwa.com The hourly rate of pay for this position is $22.30 plus 13% in lieu of benefi ts.Please submit a resume with at least two references to Jim Harding, Superinten-dent of Public Works by email to [email protected] , by fax to (250) 846-9572 or drop off at the Village Offi ce at 1415 Hankin Ave., Telkwa, BC by April 30, 2014 at 4:00 pm.The Village of Telkwa thanks everyone who applies for this position, but regrets that we are unable to reply to all applicants.
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Narcotics AnonymousHave drugs taken over your life? Do you have a desire to stop using? We can help. Nar-cotics Anonymous Meetings Smithers Friday 12 noon at the Courthouse, 3793 Alfred Ave., Main Floor Conference Room. 250-847-1726.THE Livestock Pedigree Act forbids selling a dog as pure-bred if unregistered. It pro-vides fi nes of up to two months imprisonment for any-one who sells a dog as pure-bred and does not provide the Canadian Kennel Club regis-tration papers.TOPS MEETING (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) every Mon-day evening 7 p.m. in the Bap-tist Church basement, Smith-ers. Everyone welcome. Call 250-847-9614 or www.tops.org for info.
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Building Supply Driver/Yard Person
Bulkley Valley Home Centre in Telkwa requires a fulltime, seasonal yard person/driver who can commit to working until November. Driving record must be clean. Forklift experience and some knowledge of building materials an asset. Occasional heavy lifting. Please fax resume to 250-846-5857 or email to [email protected]
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Positions still available:Cook’s helper, counsellors, counsellors in
training, and sports director.
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Resumes to [email protected] as soon as possible.
SUMMER INTERN at the Smithers Art Gallery
We are now accepting applications for a Summer Intern to deliver art programs for
children and assist with staffing and administration of the gallery in summer 2014
• 35hrs/week, May/June–August (up to 16 weeks, dates tbc with successful applicant)
• Suitable for applicants with an interest or training in arts and/or education
• Must be aged 19-30yrs, be registered as a full-time student and be returning to full-time studies next academic year
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Part-time contract bookkeeper needed for Smithers Public Library.
Approx. 3-5 hours bi-weekly in full-cycle accounting including non-profit and fund accounting and grant reporting. Submit references and resume with rates by April 15th to [email protected] Wilford, Interim Library DirectorSmithers Public Library.
Full-Time Position for Baker/Night Shift Manager
available at Paul’s Bakery in Smithers, BC
Baking Certificate is necessaryApplicants must be physically
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Resumes can be mailed to:Paul’s Bakery
Box 561Smithers, BC V0J 2N0as well as emailed to
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Paul’s is a thriving business in North-ern BC, supplying many local busi-nesses and wholesale customers.
Our bakery has been providing ex-cellent quality baked goods in the Bulkley Valley for over 50 years!
Summer Student - Museum Assistant: May 6 - August 23. Duties - guided tours, gift shop sales, light office duties & research work. Skills include - detail-ori-ented, computer literate, good written/oral communication skills. Currently enrolled at college or university. Subject to funding Forward a resume and cover letter by April 25, 2014. Bulkley Valley Museum P.O. Box 2615, Smithers, BC VOJ 2N0 email:
Village of HazeltonSummer Employment Opportunities
For Students
The Village of Hazelton is accepting applications from students for up to 3 temporary positions for summer work in the Village. Positions run from mid-June until the end of August 2014. Students must be enrolled in high school or a post secondary program in the fall of 2014.
Summer student workers will be required to support regular staff in areas:• Tourism and Visitor information• Park Maintenance• Coordination of Special Events, i.e. Pioneer Day
Preferred applications must:• Be willing to work weekends and flexible hours• Be available from July 1st to August 30th• Be knowledgeable about Hazelton and surrounding area• Hold a valid driver’s license
Please send a cover letter and detailed resume with references by Friday April 25, 2014 to the attention of:
Tanelee Hesse, Chief Administration OfficerVillage of Hazelton4310 Field Street, Box 40, Hazelton, BC V0J 1Y0Email: [email protected] Fax: 250.842.5151
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Position: Full Time Permanent Food Counter Attendant.Wage: $ 10.75 / hr
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Trades, Technical3 positions: Picker/Boom Truck Operator, Winch & Bed Truck Operators needed. Gen-erous signing bonus to right applicants. Valiant Oilfi eld Hauling is a family friendly business based in Fort St John. We are looking for a Certifi ed Picker/Boom Truck Operator for a 40 ton Picker, an experienced Winch truck Operator and an experienced Lo-bed Truck Operator. We of-fer competitive Wages and great work environment. Send resume to offi [email protected] or call Jeremy at 1-778-256-4258. Flexible work rotations a possibility. Serious applicants only.
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SAFETY GOES UP AS TRAILS GO UNDERBV NORDIC RAISING FUNDS FOR UNDERPASS
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Wetzin’kwa is helping to fund an underpass that will connect BV Nordic’s Pine Creek and dog trails to the parking area, eliminating this road crossing.
Maybe the best news in an otherwise disappointing ski season is that the Bulkley Valley Cross Country Ski Club is planning an underpass beneath Hudson Bay Mountain Road, connecting its upper trails to the Pine Creek and Pooch Paradise trails. This contribution to safety and skier experience is one Wetzin’kwa Community Forest supports, both in principle and with a $20,000 grant. “Hudson Bay Mountain Road can be very busy in winter with traffic to the ski resort and industrial traffic, and an underpass would allow cross-country skiers and their dogs to safely pass from the parking area to the ski trails on the south side,” Wetzin’kwa general manager Bill Golding says. “The cross-country ski trails are a tremendous community asset and Wetzin’kwa is pleased to participate in initiatives that contribute to outdoor recreation and public safety.”According to project coordinator and long-time club member Steve Howard, discussions started last year with talk about using the lower trails for the Wetzin’kwa Marathon: “We quickly realized what we really should be talking about was the safety issue of kids and dogs and adults crossing the road,” Howard says.The club took its idea to the Ministry of Transportation, who not only supported
it in principle but will contribute about half the cost. In addition, Wetzin’kwa’s $20,000 contribution is “very significant,” Howard says: “It indicates support from Wetzin’kwa, which is critical.”The community forest maintains a mutually beneficial relationship with BV Nordic, which lies within its tenure area. The community forest consults with the club on logging close to ski trails that will enhance recreation, and the club receives annual logging revenues.
The ski club has pledged $35,000 to the underpass project, although a final budget won’t be known until plans—which are currently underway—are finalized. The underpass is estimated at $150,000 and Howard says the club will look to other community organizations for funding once costs are confirmed.
“We will be looking for in-kind contributions from club members,” he adds, estimating more than $15,000 will be donated in volunteer time. “That’s one of the very significant contributions that the club will make.”Construction is planned for August, and guardrails will also be installed alongside the underpass. With a second road crossing at the Nordic centre’s far end, slowing traffic in the area will remain a priority.
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Last week, lights were installed on the Hagwilget Bridge.Marisca Bakker photo
Hagwilget Bridge construction continuesBy Marisca BakkerSmithers/Interior News
The Hagwilget Bridge is now lit up.
Last week it was closed for a couple of days with limited openings so construction crews could install lights
on the towers for pedestrians and cyclists. The work started on March 25 and wrapped up on March 27.
The bridge is a 140 metre long steel and cable, single-lane structure linking communities in the Hazeltons.
Carl Lutz with the Ministry of Transportation said the new lighting will improve safety for those walking and biking across.
The Hagwilget Bridge was originally constructed in 1931 and reinforced in 1990.
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skaters return from jamboreeFifteeen Hazelton Skaters attended the Prince Rupert Jamboree March 14-16, compet-ing in a variety of events from Creative, Individual solos, Elements and pairs.
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By Marisca BakkerHazelton/Interior News
The soccer season is ramping up and the Hazelton Youth Soccer Club is putting a call out for volunteers.
Volunteer coordinator, Tammy Baskin said she is hoping community members sign up soon.
“Last year we had around 146 kids registered so in order for it to run fluently we need 10 head coaches and 22 assistant coaches.”
Unfortunately at the moment, they don’t have anyone signed
on to help but Baskin assumes some of the coaches from last year will step forward again this season.
“Volunteers can be older teenagers that have leadership skills and are familiar with the sport, whether they play or spectate or just simply enjoy it. Adults, parents or people who have coached before or there are people who are well versed in the sport that have come out before. We are also looking for referees, you can never have too many of those.
“We’ve never said no to a child before in the past but this year
we are really working towards a set number, 15 or 16 kids per team. Otherwise you have 28 kids running around on the field with one coach and one assistant, it gets a bit ridiculous. So we are trying to avoid that and have a more structured program but in order to do that we need volunteers.”
Baskin said the club is extremely important to youth in the area and she would hate to turn down anyone because of the lack of volunteers.
“The rates are cheaper, we are not affiliated with B.C. Soccer, so our rates are
considerably cheaper. It allows kids to play the game. It’s just fun, its recreation. What we envision this year is a limit to the rosters with one coach and two assistants per team. That is our goal.”
The club will be running a coaching clinic at the end of April and organizers need volunteers to sign up two weeks in advance. The soccer season begins early May.
Anyone interested in volunteering can contact Baskin at 250-842-4133 or Pansy Wright Simms at 250-842-5062.
By Marisca BakkerHazelton/Interior News
Northern Health is reminding residents in northern B.C. to take the necessary steps to protect themselves from whooping
cough after seven cases were found in the region recently.
Six laboratory-confirmed cases of the highly contagious bacterial disease were discovered in the northwest and one in the northern interior of Northern Health’s region. There are also
a growing number of people in these areas who have had close contact with the sick people, increasing their risk of infection if they haven’t been immunized, according to a press release from Northern Health.
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Free Range Writers meeting Monday
The Hazelton Free Range Writers are getting together next Monday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. at the Riverboat in Old Hazelton.
Participants will be led through a writing course for the next several
meetings.The ongoing assignment is to
collect words, phrases and snippets that appeal to members.
The assignment for this meeting is notice and writing about spirals.
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250-847-9992 • 250-847-0756
Buy Direct & Save Money Full Janitorial & Residential
Environmentally Sound Products3423 Fulton Ave
and Supplies
SKEENA DECORNew Blinds... Of All Kinds
• cleaning • repair •
Bob Swift 250-847-3051
Bulkley Cleaners is looking for aDriver (full time)
Driver abstract required. Apply with resume in person.
Non-family references required.
3776 –3rd Avenue250-847-2552
Calderwood Realty is currently seeking qualifi ed applicants for the position of Receptionist (Casual).
This position is to cover holidays and sick days but also will be either one full day or a couple afternoons per week. Averaging around 8 hours a week guar-anteed.
Qualifi ed candidates may drop off in person (1175 Main street) or email:
calderwoodrea[email protected] a cover letter, resume and references by April 11.
Cloud Nine Esthetics is seeking part time Registered Massage Therapist. Please drop your resume off in person at 3830 Second Ave or email them to [email protected] attention Jo Ann.
Head to Toe Perfection
Career Opportunity Customer Service Clerk / Photolab Technician
Experience with Photoshop is an asset.Part-time at Pharmasave in Smithers.
Please come pick up an application and apply with your resume in person to our
Front Store Manager.3752 - 4th Avenue, Smithers
SHERATON SAWMILL (Division of the Tahtsa Group) is looking for
FOREMAN / SUPERVISORResponsibilities: • managing 10 man crew • safety • managing yard inventory • shipping and receiving • quality control • repair and maintenance (sawmill and yard equipment)
ear round or o e i i e ages and ene package, Vehicle supplied, Located in Burns Lake
Contact Karl 250-692-6432 Email: a l. aci ctim @hotmail.com
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Trades, TechnicalBUSY logging company work-ing between Terrace and Bob Quinn is seeking an experi-enced mechanic with welding knowledge & experience, an equipment operator with road building experience, and a processor operator. Competi-tive wages and possibility of housing for right employees. Please contact Melanie: 250-615-6398
JOURNEYMAN or Apprentice Heavy Duty / Commercial Transport Mechanic wanted in Golden, BC. This is for you if you are an outdoor enthusiast. Position is full time evening shift 4:00 pm - 12:00 midnight Monday thru Friday. Rate of pay is competitive and will be negotiated based on experi-ence. We invite you to become a member of our team. Please fax your resume and cover let-ter to 250-344-6622 or email [email protected]
LICENSED PLUMBER/GAS FITTER
Req. at Canuck Mechanical in Prince George. Must have exp. doing service work & be profi cient with trouble shoot-ing heating systems & plumbing problems.
Top wages & benefi tsEmail resume to:
PCL ENERGY. Now hiring Journeyperson Pipefi tters ($40+/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for an industrial pro-ject in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked and bonus-es! We offer competitive wag-es and benefi ts. Send resume to: [email protected].
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1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: it’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.
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1989. Confi dential, Fast, &Affordable. A+BBB Rating. RCMP Accredited. Employment & Travel Freedom. Free Consultation 1-8-
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Misc ServicesSMITHERS GUNWORKS is a fully licenced and insured gun-smithing shop for all your fi re-arm repair, maintenance and upgrades. We are located at located at 5179 Raceway Road, Smithers. Opening hours are Tuesday, Wednes-day and Thursday from 10am till 6pm or by appointment by calling 250-877-0710 or email s m i t h e r s g u n w o r k s @ o u t -look.com.
Merchandise for Sale
Antiques / VintageMILITARIA, Medals, Badges & Coin Collections Wanted. Major collec-tor/dealer will pay cash for your col-lection. Call CEF 604-727-0137
Misc. for Sale4 YEAR old Polled registered Hereford Bull. $2500. Ph: John at (250) 695-6548
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
RESTLESS LEG Syndromeand leg cramps? Fast relief in one hour. Sleep at night. Prov-en for over 32 years. www.allcalm.com Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660.
SAWMILLS FROM only $4,897. Make money and save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. www.norwoodsawmills.com/400ot
STEEL BUILDINGS, metalbuildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
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At the Public Hearing all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed covenant amendments shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present a written submission respecting the covenant amendments that are the subject of the Public Hearing.
Written submissions sent by mail to P.O. Box 820, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0; by fax to (250) 692-1220; or by e-mail to [email protected] must be received by the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako no later than April 9, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. to be ensured of consideration at the Public Hearing.
Copies of the proposed covenant amendments and other relevant information may be inspected at the office of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako between the hours of 8:30 A.M. - 12:00 noon and 1:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from March 24 to April 9, 2014 inclusive. A copy of the proposed covenant amendments and other relevant information will also be made available at the Smithers Public Library.
For further information please call the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Planning Department at 250- 692-3195 or 1-800-320-3339.
This is the second of two publications.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGNotice is hereby given that a Public Hearing regarding changes to Section 219 Covenant No. CA1634238 registered on title of the property legally described as Lot B, Section 14, Township 1A, Range 5, Coast District, Plan EPP25548, will be held on Wednesday April 9, 2014 at 7:00 P.M in the West Fraser Room at the Smithers Municipal Office, 1027 Aldous Street, Smithers, B.C.
The subject property is located west of the Smithers Regional Airport at 8794 Highway 16 W. Covenant No. CA1634238 was placed on title of the land in association with the adoption of “Smithers Telkwa Official Rural Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1530, 2009” and “Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako Rezoning Bylaw No. 1531, 2009”. The bylaws allow a light industrial use to occur on a 3 ha portion of the subject property.
At the time of rezoning, covenant CA1634238 was registered on title by the applicant to address concerns regarding the potential impacts associated with the industrial use. The covenant contains restrictions regarding the location of the industrial use, further subdivision and tree removal. The property owner has asked the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako to amend the covenant terms by changing the use restrictions allowing tree removal and requiring the construction of earth berms surrounding the industrial use area.
LOCATION MAPRequest for Quotation (RFQ) bid forms for the “Sewage Treatment Plant Painting Contract # 2014-10” will be received at the Smithers Town Hall up to:
2:00 p.m. Tuesday April 29, 2014The general scope of work for this contract is to prepare and paint the walls, doors, trims and flashings at the Sewage Treatment Plant, 2301 Dohler Road.RFQ forms and more detailed Scope of Work documents are available at www.smithers.ca or upon request through the Municipal Office at no charge but with the requirement to register. All RFQ forms must be submitted on the provided form in a sealed envelope marked
“SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT PAINTING CONTRACT: #2014-10Care of Mark Allen, Director of Development Services”
The Town of Smithers reserves the right to waive informalities in or reject any or all completed RFQ forms, or to accept the completed RFQ form deemed most favourable in the interest of the Town. The Town’s purchasing policy shall apply. The lowest or any completed RFQ form may not necessarily be accepted.Questions with regard to the tender documents shall be directed to:Roye LovgrenBuilding InspectorSmithers, B.C. V0J 2N0Phone (250) 847-1600 Fax (250) 847-1601E: [email protected]
SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT PAINTING CONTRACT: #2014-10
Request for Quotation (RFQ) bid forms for the “Town Office Exterior Painting Contract # 2014-03” will be received at the Smithers Town Hall up to:
2:00 p.m. Tuesday April 29, 2014The general scope of work for this contract is to prepare and stain the decorative brackets, fascia, window, door and corner trims and guardrail boards on the Town Office Building, 1027 Aldous Street.RFQ forms and more detailed Scope of Work documents are available at www.smithers.ca or upon request through the Municipal Office at no charge but with the requirement to register. All RFQ forms must be submitted on the provided form in a sealed envelope marked
“TOWN OFFICE EXTERIOR PAINTING CONTRACT: #2014-03Care of Mark Allen, Director of Development Services”
The Town of Smithers reserves the right to waive informalities in or reject any or all completed RFQ forms, or to accept the completed RFQ form deemed most favourable in the interest of the Town. The Town’s purchasing policy shall apply. The lowest or any completed RFQ form may not necessarily be accepted.Questions with regard to the tender documents shall be directed to:Roye LovgrenBuilding InspectorSmithers, B.C. V0J 2N0Phone (250) 847-1600 Fax (250) 847-1601E: [email protected]
TOWN OFFICE EXTERIOR PAINTING CONTRACT: #2014-03
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Suites, Lower1 BDRM suite on Tyhee Lake. Suitable for mature single person. incl heat/hydro & Sat-ellite, offi ce/storage rm, N/S N/P Avail. Apr. 1 250-846-9358.
Suites, UpperFURNISHED UPSTAIRS one bdrm suite on Tyhee Lake. Cathedral ceilings, large deck, quiet, scenic view, satellite TV, for single mature adult. N/S, N/P. 250-846-9636.
SMITHERS reno’d 2 bdrm, sep. storage rm. N/S, adult-oriented. Ref’s req’d. Quiet bldg. $800/m. (250)847-4453.
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3625 Sixteenth Avenue• 5 bedroom, 2 storey + full basement• Private yard, storage, RV parking• Paved driveway, open design• Large decks, patio and hot tub
Leo Lubbers mls n234338
$329,000
3835 Third Avenue• Well maintained and solid• 4 bedrooms, fenced yard• Excellent commercial location• Zoned residential or commercial
Sandra Hinchliffe mls n233777
$269,500
$436,000
$217,500
1072 Cedar Street• Tidy rancher in popular Wildwood• 3 bdrm, 2 bathroom, vaulted ceilings• Landscaped yard with patio/deck• www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat mls n231491
12 Pavilion Place• Built in 2012• Three bedrooms, 3 bathrooms• Great kitchen, modern design• Lakefront at Watson’s Landing
Sandra Hinchliffe mls n232604
3336 Railway Avenue• Affordable 1240 sf rancher• 3 bedrooms, new bathroom, updates• New decks, new fenced yard• Move in ready starter home
Charlie McClary mls n233506
NEW LISTING
$559,000
3350 Poplar Road• 5380 sf building on 1.07 acres• Zoned P-1, 6 km from Smithers• 7 offices/bedrooms, kitchen, lounge• Meeting room, washrooms
Leo Lubbers mls n4506691
NEW LISTING
Lot 4 Ambleside Avenue• Excellent ridge lot Smithers• Mountain views, green space• Walking trails nearby• No GST applicable
Peter Lund mls n234211
Lot 2 Slack Road• Unique park like property• Extremely close to town• Two creeks and a spring• 6.96 acres
Sandra Hinchliffe mls n
3475 Simcoe Avenue• 3 bdrm, 2 bath home on 5.05 acres• Heated kitchen floor, central vac• Updates to flooring, lighting, paint• 40x60 barn, fenced, double carport
Karen Benson mls n231260
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$394,500
$174,900
$285,000
$332,000
3744 Broadway Avenue• 3 bedroom, downtown area• C-1A zoned res, retail, offices, etc• Includes appliances and furnishings• www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat mls n216307
1406 Highway 16, Telkwa• Bulkley river frontage• New redesigned living area• 3 bedroom, 3 bath, large dining area• Low strata fee, attached garage
Leo & Sandra
3985 Seventh Avenue• Centrally located family home• Split entry, 2570 sf, 4 bdrm, 3 bath• Kitchen reno, updates 2012/2014• Fenced yard, double carport, RV
Charlie McClary mls n233336
Old Babine Lake Road• +/-185 acres, mostly cleared• Hydro & telephone available• Public road access creek• www.realestatesmithers.com
Leo Lubbers mls n234329
$269,500
1741 Tower Street, Telkwa• 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom family home• Gorgeous river & mountain views• 2 sundecks, double carport, sauna• Updates to furnace, hot water, floor
Karen Benson mls n234242
$429,500
1590 Aldermere Ridge• 3/4 bedroom, custom built home• Hardwood and tile floors• Gas fireplace. Huge decks• 20x40 garage, heated and wired
Donna Grudgfield mls n232156
$259,000
$520,000
1400 Columbia Drive, Smithers• Quick possession available• 4 bdrm, 2 bathroom, suite potential• Open layout, spacious, new kitchen• Fenced yard, large sundeck
Ron Lapadat mls n232554
7351 Boundary Road• 157 acre farm property• 1988, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home• Large garage, barn & machine shed• View, hay and cross fencing
Sandra Hinchliffe mls n233491
$294,500
4063 Eighth Avenue• 4 bdrm, 2 bathrm, immaculate home• Sundeck, sauna, new windows• Beautifully landscaped, views• Close to hospital, shopping, schools
Karen Benson mls n233416
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NEW LISTING
$349,000
3608 Fourth Avenue• Near new 3 level split• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms• Custom built, large kitchen• Woodstove, carport, fenced yard
Donna Grudgfield mls n234282
$81,900
#3 – 95 Laidlaw Road• 1993 2 bedroom mobile• Located in Mountain View Park• Vaulted ceilings, open & bright• Huge bathroom with soaker tub
Kiesha Matthews mls n234243
$549,000
Quick School• 7123 square foot, one level building• 5 acres, level and landscaped• Covered play area• 4 classrooms, 3 bathrooms, gym
Donna & Leo mls n4506585
$365,000
$284,500
$450,000
5264 Nouch Road• 3 bedroom log home, 5 acres• Glacier view, 24x32 shop• 20x40 equipment shed, very private• www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat mls n231712
5166 Nielson Road• Country home, 1080 sf, 2 bedroom• Pristine setting 5 min to town• Vaulted ceilings,rock fp, open design• Detached sauna building
Charlie McClary mls n231509
1022 Malkow Road• 158.46 acres, south facing slope• Breathtaking views of the valley• Established hay fields, small ponds• Fully fenced and cross fenced
Jantina Meints mls n230911
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
$248,500
4356 Third Avenue• 3 bedrooms, den, 2 full bathrooms• Near high school, pool & arenas• Big sundeck, fenced back yard• www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat mls n234129
$59,500
Trail Avenue, Telkwa• Very private building lot• 320x200, tucked away• Surrounded by Aspen trees• Located off Tower Street ridge
Donna Grudgfield mls n232309
$459,500
$225,000
$229,000
13 Pavilion Place• 1600sf 2 bedroom+den, 3 bathrooms• Great lake and mountain views• Energy efficient, water frontage• www.smithershomes.com
Ron Lapadat mls n233231
3125 Hasting Street, Hazelton• Ideal for contractor/home business• 2 homes, 4452sf industrial shop• Graveled work area,landscaped lawn• Six 50x115 lots = 300’ x 115’
Charlie McClary mls n233054
17771 Highway 16, Smithers• 900 sf well built & clean home• 2.23 acres, 8 minutes from town• 2 bedrooms, full basement• Quick possession
Jantina Meints mls n233643
NEW LISTING
Peter LundRes. 847-3435
Leo LubbersCell. 847-1292
Ron LapadatCell. 847-0335
Sandra HinchliffeCell. 847-0725
Charlie McClaryCell. 877-1770
Karen BensonCell. 847-0548
Donna Grudgfi eldCell. 847-1228
Kiesha MatthewsCell. 876-8420
Jantina MeintsCell. 847-3144
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3192 Railway Avenue• 2 bedroom rancher• New hot water, furnace, electrical• New flooring, new bathroom• Fenced yard, storage/workshop
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www.interior-news.com B11The Interior News Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Pertussis arrivesWhooping cough,
also known as pertussis, is a respiratory condition that starts with a common cold and progresses into a cough. It can become severe and can also include a fever and vomiting.
Northern Health spokesperson, Jonathon Dyck said the best way to protect yourself is to get immunized.
“The Pertussis vaccine is part of the normal childhood vaccinations that are given at two months, four months, six months and 18 months old, and then again before Kindergarten. There is another vaccine given to teens in grade nine in British Columbia.” He said, adding that adults who have been vaccinated as a child should still look into getting a booster shot to help stop the spread.”
People can contact their local health unit or doctor to discuss their need for a vaccine. Those who have had contact with someone that has whooping cough are encouraged to call their health-care provider or HealthLink B.C. at 8-1-1.
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Police Beat
On March 20, police stopped a vehicle in the Kispiox Village for failing to signal while turning. The driver was found to be intoxicated and charged with driving while prohibited, driving while under the influence of alcohol and refusal of breath demand.
On March 23, police received information of a assault that had occurred on March 20 and the victim was currently in the hospital in Vancouver for injuries. Police were able to obtain a statement from the victim and will be investigating the aggravated assault.
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Leo Burnett 175 Bloor Street E. North Tower, 13th Floor Toronto, ON M4W 3R9 (416) 925-5997
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Working in partnership with B.C. and Alberta First Nations and Métis Communities, and leading energy companies in Canada
“We have plans to build a safer, better pipeline. We also have plans
to operate it that way.”Janet Holder, Leader of Northern Gateway
I’m Janet Holder, leader of Northern Gateway. Of the 209 conditions set by the Joint Review Panel, over 60 deal specifi cally with land safety and related environmental safeguards.
EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
We are working on those conditions with the same diligence that we are applying to the tough conditions mandated by the Province. In many cases, these conditions refl ect the world class voluntary land safety measures that Northern Gateway proposed during the Review process.
A BETTER, SAFER PIPELINE
Our land safety measures primarily focus on spill prevention. With new standards in pipeline design and integrity, construction, monitoring and project management, we want to build a better, safer pipeline.
A RESPECTFUL ROUTE
After a decade of planning, we have mapped out a pipeline route that will have as little
impact as possible on British Columbia’s terrain and neighbouring communities. In fact, 70% of the route utilizes previously disturbed lands, including old forestry roads, cut blocks and other disturbances.
A WATCHFUL EYE
We are equally committed to setting new standards when it comes to Emergency Preparedness and Response. In fact, JRP Conditions #174 and #175 require us to fi le separate emergency response plans for every 10-km section of pipe. That’s over 110 separate plans that include details covering specifi c habitat to protect. Our plans also include realistic training programs and exercises, staffi ng of all pump stations, 24/7 monitoring, advanced leak detection systems and more remotely-controlled isolation valves. We’re doing all this hard work because we are committed to developing the most sound, sensible and sensitive approach to designing, constructing and operating the Project.
Learn more at gatewayfacts.ca
Janet Holder,Leader of Northern GatewayJanet Holder,Leader of Northern Gateway
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B12 www.interior-news.com The Interior News Wednesday, April 2, 2014