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Fall fair a ropin’roundup good time

Photo By Rebecca Watson

CATCH THAT COW: A Variety of equestrian sporting events took place at Vanderhoof’s Fall Fair over the weekend, along with countless other animal-motivated activites. Single and team roping were just two of the many classes, but had cattle moving and cow boys swinging. See pg 4 and 5 for results.

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NEWSExpress

PROFILES OF EXCELLENCE

Just one of the many valuable services provided by Progressive Employment Services supports both job seekers and employers in a new and innovative way. Workers On Call is an enhanced service designed to help connect employers with workers for short-term assignments.

Shelley Froese, Workers On Call coordinator, acts as a liaison between employers and clients saving employers time and money by giving them access to an existing database of workers. Clients submit their resume and sign a consent form allowing potential employers to view their information. When employers have a short-term employment need they simply submit a Worker Request Form giving details such as position,

duration, quali� cations, pay, equipment required, etc. The coordinator then shares resumes that meet the required quali� cations with the employer and provides any assistance needed to help make the match. Finding an appropriate candidate, the employer may proceed to make the hire.

Once the short-term employment is � nished, the coordinator follows up with the employer to gather feedback and continues to make periodic contact with the clients to ensure that they are still available for work and that their resumes are up to date.

Call 250-567-5785 (toll free at 866-567-7375) or stop into our of� ce at 139 First Street East, Vanderhoof for more information or to see how the Worker’s on Call program could help you!

Progressive Employment Services -An action plan for the

labour market

The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

Workers On Call ProjectThe Workers On Call project is an enhanced service offered by the Vanderhoof WorkBC Employment Services Center to help connect employers with workers for short-term employment. Participants bene� t by having the opportunity to showcase their skills to employers through short-term work assignments.

For more information or to submit your resume, drop by our of� ce Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We are located at 139 First Street East.

Sprucing up seasoned structuresRebecca WatsonOmineca Express

Buildings at the Vanderhoof heritage museum site are being cleaned up and brushed off.

The District of Vanderhoof received $41,000 in Job Cre-ation Partnership funding from the Ministry of Social Develop-ment and Social Innovation to employ five people to help with beautification and restoration of the Vanderhoof Museum.

Vanderhoof resident Lyle Ashcroft, is one of the five workers employed by the project. “Yup, were sprucing her up,” said Mr. Ashcroft. “It’s been in need of this for quite a while and it’s awesome because I get to learn a little of this and a little of that.”

The Nechako Valley Histori-cal Society runs the museum and is a non-profit organization comprised of local volunteers interested in maintaining and preserving Vanderhoof’s his-tory through the operation of the museum.The focus of the restoration project is to revamp the visible build-ings and make the property accessible to everyone. Workers have already started to paint and replace siding, drywall, gutters,

doors and window mouldings. Wheelchair ramps going to the Reimer residence, OK Cafe and Royal Bank buildings, along with boardwalks and gravel patching, are next to be installed. Another part of the project may include cases to protect artifacts and repairs

to the museum’s trail system. The District of Vanderhoof has put in $31,000 of in-kind supplies including time and materials for the project such as the use of a loader truck, dump truck and tools. Another $5000 dona-tion from the Nechako Kitimat Develop-

ment Fund was also given to help with the cost of the project, which is planned to be be completed by November 24 and is so far on track.

Over the past few years the society has had a hard time keeping all the buildings open due to lack of funding. Mark Winston and another director of the society put their own money into opening the OK Cafe this year, since it is a primary tourist spot, said Mr. Winston.

“It can be seen right as you enter Vanderhoof so people natu-rally want to stop there, “ said Mr. Winston.

Only a portion of the 66 acre property can be seen from the street. An entire walk around trail carries farther back into the brush, home to old buildings that once stood tall as a part of Vanderhoof’s heritage such as, an old school house, cabin, pick-ers gill and church. Mr. Winston and his wife Colette are both members of the society and feel the site has big potential that is not yet lived up to. “Anything can be restored,” said Ms. Winston. “The restora-tion of these buildings is great,

but it would be fun to have the Old Chilko Church all fixed up sitting out front so people could get married in it again.There is really so much more that could be happen-ing here. It could be a real drawing card.”

Photo by Rebecca Watson

REVAMPING: The visible buildings at Vanderhoof’s heritage museum site are getting a long awaited facelift, along with wheelchair accessability ramps to make the site more inclusive.

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NEWSExpress

SALUTE TO LABOUR

ADVERTISING DEADLINES!Due to the Labour Day September 1st holiday,

please note the following changes.September 3rd Issue -

Ad Deadline: Thursday, August 28 - 4pmOffice Hours - Closed September 1, 2014

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for post secondary students who

reside in Vanderhoof and are

attending any

post secondary education.

Apply by sending resume and

cover letter to:

Vanderhoof Lawyers’ Bursary c/o Box 1430,

Vanderhoof BC V0J 3A0.

Vanderhoof Lawyers’ Bursary

Nechako Valley Community Services Society (NVCSS) is currently seeking two individuals to join its Board of Directors, with the opportunity to make an important contribution to the strategic direction and

governance of the Society.

NVCSS is a vibrant and dynamic non-pro� t agency that serves the communities of Fraser Lake, Fort St. James and Vanderhoof. Since 1977 NVCSS has engaged in supporting children, youth, adults, and seniors, to promote and support independence and con� dence in managing their daily lives while respecting the diversity within our communities.

If you are interested in knowing more about this opportunity or have questions, please contact Janice Baker at 250.570.8321 or [email protected]

CALL FOR ART PROPOSALS

Ridley Terminals Inc. will be purchasing $50,000 worth of artwork from artists residing in northern BC.

Northern BC consists of areas from Prince Rupert, north to the BC/Yukon

border, east to the BC/Alberta border, south to Prince George, and west to Haida Gwaii.

Email [email protected] to get a proposal package. Only submissions

An adjudication committee of qualifi ed people will make the fi nal

selection of art to be purchased. Only artists with successful proposals will be notifi ed.

All art mediums are accepted and anyone can submit a proposal

RIDLEY TERMINALS INC.

following the proposal procedure will be accepted. Deadline for submissions is September 15, 2014.

Enbridge pipeline approved on conditions

Submitted Photo

Rebecca WatsonOmineca Express

An Enbridge oil pipe-line has been approved and if all conditions are met will pass between Vanderhoof and Fort St. James.

In June, the govern-ment of Canada approved the Northern Gateway pipeline with 209 set conditions. The proposed pipeline system is planned to carry natural gas con-densate from Bruderheim, Alberta to Kitimat, B.C, at a length of 11,770 km. From the first applica-tion until now, Northern Gateway has spent close to 12 years designing the project to meet the needs of British Columbians, Albertans and provincial and federal governments, said Janet Holder, execu-tive director of Western Access.

“It was not a quick process, maybe one of the most reviewed in all of Canada,” said Ms Holder.

When asked to compare environmental efforts to that of the recent Mount Polly project, Ms. Holder answered, “There is clearly a perception issue for all industry but all projects need to be judged on their own merits. We are in a different process than what would transpire in other projects. We are a national

project and there are different regulations and considerations than provincial projects.”

Before construction can even begin, 113 of the conditions must first be met. Although there

is talk about starting construction in 15-18 months, the conditions are so extensive a lot of them have to be filed one year in advance of start-up. These condi-tions are laid out by the National Energy Board of B.C. and a majority of them pertain to socio economic conditions including consulta-tions with Aboriginal communities, capacity building such as making sure eligible workers have the skills and re-quirements to work on the project and becom-

ing a part of each community’s sustainability plan.

“The only access point is through Van-derhoof so we certainly want to be a part of the plans that

go through,” said Mayor Gerry Thiessen. “We want to be a com-munity that people are attracted to coming to and staying in.”

The main focus now is to use community colleges to train local workers. Also in terms of local hiring, the project has a requirement to fill the gaps of what is needed and what the communities can provide. The project has spent over $3 mil-lion on education already, even before being approved. Another step is procuring emergency response consultations with each individual community.

“The more we work on these conditions the more we realize we must be aggressive because there is so much work still needing to be done to meet the requirements,” said Ms. Holder. There is still a lot of consulta-tions needing to be done and communities will probably be seeing more of us in the next year,” said Ms. Holder.

OIL PIPELINE: Enbridge has been approved for a pipeline that they have been desiging for over 12 years.

“The only access point is through Vanderhoof so we certainly want to be a part of the

plans that go through. We want to be a

community that people are attracted to coming to and staying in.” -- Mayor Gerry Thiessen.


NEWSExpress

This September, the Cerebral Palsy Association of British Columbia (CPABC) will be joining cerebral palsy associations around the world in launching the 2014 Steptember Challenge.

Participants will climb virtual mountains to promote healthy lifestyles and to support children and adults living with cerebral palsy.

The $30,000 that will be raised from the Challenge in BC will be used to improve the lives of the over 10,000 people living with cerebral palsy across the province.

Coworkers, school classes, families, and friends are encouraged to form teams of 4 and sign up for the challenge. Each participant will receive a pedometer to track their daily steps, which they record on the interactive website. Other activities, from cycling to using a wheelchair, can also be converted to steps online. You can walk, run, bike or do any other physical activity as long as you are moving. Benefits of joining Steptember include team and relationship building, being healthy and active, community engagement and doing it all for a great cause.

As a special incentive for those supporting the CPABC, participants have the chance to win some fantastic prizes include sports merchandise, yoga passes, and other valuable prizes.

The Challenge runs for 4 weeks from September 3rd until September 30th, 2014. Registration is open April 1st, 2014 and costs $25/adult and $10/child.

Visit www.steptember.ca to register!

The Cerebral Palsy Association of

British Columbia“Life Without Limits”

For all Transportation Information regarding new bus route times,

criteria and policies please refer to the School District No. 91 website at

www.sd91.bc.ca.

DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOFA weekly feature highlighting meetings/

proposals, events important to Vanderhoof residents.

NOTICE FROM THEDISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF

During this particularly hot dry weather, it is more difficult to maintain an adequate water level in our reservoir. Low water levels could be problematic should a fire emergency arise. The District of Vanderhoof wishes to remind the public of our Urban water restrictions, which are in effect until September 30th, 2014.

Lawn and garden sprinkling shall only be done from

7:00 am to 10:00 am and from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

with the following schedule.

- Even numbered addresses on even numbered days - Uneven numbered addresses on odd numbered days

If you live on the North Side of the Nechako River these water restrictions do not apply to you. Northside Water Services will provide you with their own watering restriction rules.

The District of Vanderhoof thanks you for limiting your water usage to the times permitted.

Hi there! My name is Lisa from the North Cariboo BCSPCA and I have a very unique cat to share with you guys. He comes with his best friend/caregiver Slinky. Mr. Bojangles is a very unique cat as you can see. He was born with crooked front legs, but that doesn’t stop him from being like

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the other cats. Mr. B can still get around very well, just on a more grounded level you could say. If you pet him, he loves to roll on his back and have his belly rubbed. We are hoping to home this guy with his best friend and caretaker Slinky, they seem to be joined at the hip! Together this duo is really going to enrich someone’s life. Slinky is a sweet little cat who has taken on the role of Mr. Bojangles’s caretaker. She is a quiet cat that seems a little shy, but does enjoy some attention and will probably open up more in a nice home. One of her favorite things is to snuggle with and have naps with Mr.Bojangles.

Roping results: Saturday#11 Roping

Fast Time: Charlie Soffel and Dustin Shields

First place: Charlie Soffel and Dustin Shields

Second Place: Jason Beier and Dustin Shields

Third Place: Delmer Siemens and Butch Itall


TEAM ROPING: Dustin Shields 22, of Vanderhoof placed first in Saturday’s roping events.

“Multitasking

for sure. You

have to ride,

swing the rope,

position the

horse and handle

the cow,” said

Mr. Shields.

#8 RopingFast Time: Dustin Shields

and Ryan DavidsonFirst: Dustin Shields and

Ryan DavidsonSecond: Pat Muellen and

Luke MuellenThird: Bud Lawler and Clint

Cripps


NEWSExpress

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES)

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

1. DAVID HOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Fort St. JamesParents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014.

2. SOWCHEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Fort St. JamesParents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014.

3. FORT FRASER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Fort FraserParents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

4. MOUSE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Fraser LakeParents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

5. EVELYN DICKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - VanderhoofParents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014.

6. MAPES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - VanderhoofParents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

7. SINKUT VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - VanderhoofKindergarten Registration for the 2014-15 School year is closed, but will re-open for the 2015-16 School year.

8. W.L. MCLEOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - VanderhoofParents should register English or French Immersion Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 25 - 29, 2014.

9. EBUS ACADEMY - VanderhoofPlease phone our registrar at 1-800-567-1236 any weekday during the summer to discuss how the EBUS distance learning Kindergarten program may fit your child’s needs.

TRANSPORTATION: Kindergarten pupils will be transported on regular school bus runs. To request transportation for your child/children, please contact the office starting the week of August 25, 2014.

Fort St. James Bus Garage: Frances Honeywell, at 250-996-7835Vanderhoof Bus Garage: Graeme Kellem, at 250-567-9618Fraser Lake Bus Garage: Tracey Syrota, at 250-699-6995


REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS NEW TO THE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Registration for all students who are NEW to this District will take place in the school listed below on the dates indicated during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. unless otherwise stated. Grade 6 & 7 students heading to Nechako Valley Secondary and students who are returning to their same school as last year do not need to re-register.

Report cards or transfer records should be presented to the school upon registration to assist in proper placement in the school. Please bring the student’s birth certificate and care card.

Beginning students (Kindergarten and Grade One) who have already registered should not re-register.

SCHOOL GRADES ENROLLED DATE

Evelyn Dickson Elementary Kindergarten - Grade 6 August 25 - 29, 2014

Mapes Elementary Kindergarten - Grade 6 August 25 - 29, 2014 **(9:00 am to 1:30 pm)

Nechako Valley Secondary Grade 7 - Grade 12 August 25 - 29, 2014

Sinkut View Elementary Kindergarten - Grade 6 Registration for this School is full

W.L. McLeod Elementary Kindergarten - Grade 6 August 25 - 29, 2014

Fort Fraser Elementary Kindergarten - Grade 7 August 25 - 29, 2014 **(9:00 am to 12:00 noon)

Fraser Lake Elementary Sec. Grade 4 - Grade 12 August 25 - 29, 2014

Mouse Mountain Elementary Kindergarten - Grade 3 August 25 - 29, 2014 **(9:00 am to 2:30 pm)

David Hoy Elementary Kindergarten - Grade 7 August 25 - 29, 2014

Fort St. James Secondary Grade 8 - Grade 12 August 25 - 29, 2014

Sowchea Elementary Kindergarten - Grade 7 August 25 - 29, 2014 EBUS Academy Kindergarten - Grade 12 Online, July & August, 2014**NOTE TO SECONDARY STUDENTS:

Those students who register after Friday, September 5, 2014, may have difficulty in registering in classes due to space availability.


SCHOOL OPENING AND REGISTRATION

All schools will open on Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at the regular time. Parents and students should note that on school opening day school bus runs would be as follows.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2014 Bus runs will begin on their regular schedule in the morning and will make the return run immediately following school dismissal at noon. Please note that noon hours vary from school to school.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2014 WEDNESDAY, September 3, 2014, will be a full, regular day with regular bus runs both morning and afternoon.

Kindergarten students will begin regular bus runs. For further information, see the advertisement re: Kindergarten.

NOTES:With student population shifts in various locations, some changes in bus runs or pick-up locations may be required. Problems such as these will be carefully studied and parents will be notified. Cooperation by all concerned will be appreciated. If you have any questions, contact Tracey Syrota, Transportation Manager, at 250-567-9618.

Roping Results: Sunday#11 Roping

Fast Time: Ray Sayles and Josh Siemens

First: Ray Sayles and Josh Siemens

Second: Jason Beier and Dustin Shields

Third Jason Beier and Josh Siemens

#8 RopingFast Time: Bud Lawler and Ray

SaylesFirst: Albert Wheeler and Ray

SaylesSecond: Bud Lawler and Ray

SaylesThird: Kody Olson and Dean

Gould


TEAM ROPING: Be the fastest pair to rope the cows head and back feet.


An Evacuation Alert has been advised by the Regional District of Bulk-ley Nechako for the areas covering the confluence of Indata FSR and Ger-mansen Landing Road, west to and including all of Tizgay Lake, Chuchi Lake and south to Witch Lake (Electoral Area C, Fort St. James Rural).

The fire is located two kilometres north of Nation River covering a span of 80 hectares. The use of 30 firefight-ers, two helicopters and seven pieces of heavy equipment have helped to suppress the fire. Ac-cording to the Wildfire Management Branch of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Re-source, crews are making good progress on the fire and cooler temperatures over the next few days should result in decreased fire behaviour. However, the evacuation alert is still in effect and the RDBN encourages tourists, resi-dents and visitors to pre-pare to evacuate the area on short notice if need be, especially if weather conditions change.

Evacuation alert advised by RDBN

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OpINIONExpress

What we know about

the mine spillTom Fletcher

Black Press

Today I’ll attempt to cut through the speculation and fear-mongering that have swirled around the Mount Polley mine dam breach and tell you what’s really known.

As Black Press and our local publication the Williams Lake Tribune reported before and after the incident, the mine re-opened in 2005 after a four-year shutdown and was expanding its operation, including the tailings pond. Rising metal prices helped put 380 unionized employees plus management back to work. Most are now working on re-building the tailings dam and cleaning up the spill site.

Imperial Metals applied ear-lier this summer for an increase in water discharge, and was waiting for B.C. government ap-proval at the time of the Aug. 4 dam breach. This was to be the second amendment to a water release permit issued when the mine started up in 1997. It has had a surplus of water due to rain and snow accumulation since it opened (under an NDP govern-ment, for those who want to turn

everything into a political cor-ruption story).

The reason water release has been allowed is that in the ab-sence of acid-producing rock, metal contamination of water is minimized. Imperial Metals’ routine tests with rainbow trout in undiluted tailings pond water have now been confirmed by en-vironment ministry results, and water and fish from all but the immediate spill area have been cleared for human consumption.

For an example of acid mine drainage, look up the Britannia Mine Museum, now a reclaimed national historic site with a water treatment plant built to function for hundreds of years. Before that, acid-produced toxic metal pollution drained from the aban-doned mine into Howe Sound for decades.

Early tests at Mount Polley indicate that this sort of long-term water remediation may not be required. The initial pulse of suspended sediment didn’t last long enough to affect fish in most of Quesnel Lake, much less the Fraser River system. Sediment tests show elevated iron and cop-per, with “leachability” results to come. Containment and removal will have to be undertaken.

On May 24 of this year, Mount Polley received the first high wa-ter warning in its history. This was not a “breach,” contrary to some reports. The latest water permit application and work to raise the dam took place after that.

It’s not difficult to deduce from aerial photos what was happening as mine management found ways to extend operation, including an underground phase. The pond was filling up with pulverized rock, re-ducing its capacity to hold water. Most of the accumulation is still

there for all to see, as is the cross-section of the dam so abruptly ex-posed in the wee hours of Aug. 4.

It may be months before inspec-tors and geotechnical engineers can determine the cause of the breach, which occurred with the water lev-el 2.5 metres below the top of the dam, well within permit specifica-tions. Either the design of the earth-works was not adequate, or it was not adequately followed.

TV crews have packed up and left, after sucking out the initial drama and retailing every sensa-

tional claim they could find. Tour-ism operators are pleading with people not to turn their backs on the region after that influx of visitors.

Professional environmentalists are now exploiting Mount Polley as part of their campaign to de-indus-trialize B.C. A key propaganda tool is a single picture of a salmon with skin removed from part of its dorsal region.

No such fish has been produced, and a single rainbow trout collected the day of the spill is the only con-firmed aquatic casualty.

What It’s Like: To Fly in a cessna

Rebecca Watson

Omineca Express

Flying in a cessna is simply put, relaxing. It’s similar to riding in a car but there is no hustle and bustle in the sky like on roads in town. It’s quite peaceful and calming. You are one with the birds, in fact higher than the birds. You are one with the clouds casting shadows on farmland. You have all the time in the world

to notice things such as ripples of wind breeze in the grass below. It’s scenic, serene and surprisingly, not

at all scary even after you remember you’re flying 1000 feet above the ground. I’m defininatly sky hooked.

FLYING: Thanks to Guardian Areospace and the Nechako Valley Exihibition Society I was able to take a flight this weekend to get photographs of the fairgrounds and town. It was an amazing experience. If anyone would like company on their next flight, I’m in!


Nechako Valley Exhibition



PHoto By Rebecca Watson

CUTE HORSE: Bailee Penner, 10, and Eileen Chance are seen riding a mini horse-and-carraige pulled by Beau, Vanderhoof’s 10-year-old friendly mini horse.

CATTLE: Jordan Andres, 15, is seen with one of the white cows representing TK Cattle Company.

CHICKEN: Roland Jackson, 10, holds his Old English Bantee weighing in at 1 1/2 pounds. “They’re good because they do lay eggs and they also make good pets,” said Roland.


Fall Fair 4-H: Animal husbandry

First Place: Amy Friesen, 14, with her bunny Twix, who won Best Rabbit in the overall rabbit division.

TURKEYS: Daemon Jackson, 11, grew three Broad Western White turkeys from hatchery as part of his 4-H animal unit and sold them for $100 each at the 4-H auction. “I loved raising them,” said Daemon. “The only thing I didn’t like was washing them. I think it’s weird you have to wash a turkey.”

BATH TIME: Each animal planned to sell at the 4-H auction must be cleaned and buffed to make sure they look their best. Kaitlin Montgomery, 14, raised Max and is seen here vacum-ming his coat to make sure it is in tip top shape.

MARKET STEER: Judge looks for a trim brisket and flank, clean twists, round over the top, heavily muscled, wide through the stifle and wide leg placement.

BRED HEIFER/COW CALF PAIR: Judge looks for size and scale, strong top line, strong pasterns, wide at pin bones and pelvic area strong feet and legs, feminine characteristics to pass onto offspring.

Photos By Rebecca Watson


Fall Fair ParadePhotos by Rebecca Watson


Rio Tinto Alcan is pleased to invite you to a community barbecue to mark the company’s

60th Anniversary in British Columbia.

21 August 20144:00 – 9:00 pmRiverside Park

Vanderhoof, BC

We hope that you will join us for a social time with family, friends and neighbours, that will

include senior management from Rio Tinto Alcan’s BC Operations.

No RSVP Required

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Single heavy horse pull


STRONG HORSE: Curtis and his horse Pat came in first in Saturday’s heavy horse pull, pulling 3123 pounds over Pat’s weight of 1650 pounds.

Saturday Heavy Horse Pull ResultsFirst Place: Curtis with Pat pulling 3123 over weight

Second Place: Delbert with Jack pulling 3002 over weightThird Place: Curtis with Doc pulling 2715 over weight

Fourth Place: Harold with Bailey pulling 2452 over weightFifth Place: Keith with Duke pulling 2208 over weight


RAPUNZEL: Curtis Adamson 19, from Smithers, won first place with his Rapunzel costume during the heavy horse costume class.


Rapunzel Rapunzel let down your hair. Wait a second, Rapun-zels a boy?

Winning first place in the heavy horse cos-tume class was Curtis Adamson, 19 from Smithers, who dressed like a lady and rode his horse Dan bareback all the way to victory. “I did it for fun to make people laugh,” said Mr. Adamson.

Wearing a long blonde wig and a fancy green ball gown, he was the obvious choice given points for creativ-ity and bravery. Specta-tors and judges alike couldn’t help but laugh and gave the man credit for his efforts.

“From a distance he actually looks like a pretty little lady,” said Waler Sturko, 19, from Terrace.

Horse costumes


The Fun PageARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20Aries, sometimes you just need to put a different spin on things to get your way. Instead of being too pushy with things, relax a bit and let others come to you.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21Taurus, ask for further clarification if there is something you don’t understand. Do not make important decisions until you understand all of the pertinent details.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21Gemini, now is a good time to plan an outing with family members. It’s been awhile since you’ve made some memories together, and your schedule affords you this opportunity.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22How do you know how others will react to your requests if you never drum up the courage to ask, Cancer? Let your feelings be known this week and take a risk.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23Leo, enjoy an upcoming reunion with a friend you haven’t seen in some time. Make the most of this oppor-tunity to catch up and recall old times.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22Virgo, you have much-needed rest and relaxation coming your way. Let loose this week and enjoy the freedom. Enlist others to join in the fun.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23Libra, an opportunity to jump on the career path you al-ways had in mind for yourself is about to present itself. Do everything in your power to make the job yours.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22Scorpio, distractions are all around you and you find it difficult to stay focused on one thing at a time. Try separating yourself from all external stimulation for a few days.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21Something inspires you to give a relationship another chance, Sagittarius. Maybe it was the lyrics to a song or a segment on a television show, but you are moved to action.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20Obligations at home could temporarily stall work plans, Capricorn. Fortunately, you have understanding bosses who are willing to give you the time you need.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18Aquarius, your friends are great sources of uncondi-tional support. Lean on them for advice as you make an important decision in the coming weeks.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20Pisces, try some things that fall outside of your comfort zone. The adventure will recharge your batteries and may prove inspiring.

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Fire retardant material burns slower, and as such the hopes are to minimize damage if a fire broke out in the home, sounds great right? Except for the fact that those same materials give off an abundance of harmful chemicals the more you come in contact with them… and when your furniture contains them.. that’s a lot of contact making it very difficult to avoid. Let’s talk about what you can do .

Reupholstering your couch is a great way to add some pizzazz into your home, reducing waste in the environment and really getting the most out of it. If you have the chance or are thinking about this type of project, consider replacing the foam as well. Old foams tends to contain fire retardants – so if your at the store or shopping online for foam, be sure to ask for retardant free polyurethane foam.

Make it a habit to check your furniture for damage, tears, cuts, rips and so forth, exposed foam or stuffing is known to leech chemicals at a much faster rate.

For the furniture in your home, it best to use a vacuum cleaner with e HEPA filter as they are more likely to trap small practices and can remove contaminants and allergens from your home, this could decrease the amounts of these chemicals.

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Square dancing with the Vanderhoof Drifters


LISTEN TO THE CALLER: Square dancing has been a social form of dancing for centuries and remains common in Vanderhoof with the Drifter Square Dancing club who meet every Thursday at the United church across from Ferland Park.


Square dancing is a social form of dance where dancers must listen to a caller to know what move to do next. The Drifter Square dancers from Vander-hoof, along with a few dancers from the Prince George Northern Twisters club, were at the fall fair square dancing, and round dancing which is a type of called ballroom.

There are over 60 different square-dance moves including promenade, left aleman, square through, dough-si-dough, and weave the ring to name a few. “It’s a great way to get some aerobic exercise and the only muscles we really hurt are on the sides of our temples because we laugh so much,” said Sandi Jesperson, the Vanderhoof Drifter club manager. The square dancing club is open to all ages and currently has 14 active members. Newcomers are always welcome to join anytime from September through to December, said Ms. Jesperson.

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VANDERHOOF’S FAITH

For more information or to joinVanderhoof’s Faith Church Directory

Call Pam at 250-567-9258

Church Directory

Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship

The Church on the Corner“Giving you a Purpose to live for

and People to live with”Worship Service: 11:00 am Sunday School: 9:45 am

Small Groups meeting together regularly:

We have a place for you to belong!For more information call

567-9198 263 Vanderview Drive

The Gospel Chapel

448 Connaught Street

For more information call567-3107

www.thegospelchapel.ca

Our MissionGlorifying God by helping all people move closer to

Jesus Christ one step at a time.

11:00 a.m. Worship Service

(Af� liated with the Evangelical Free Church of Canada)

For more information visit our website: www.vcfemc.com

1393 Highway 16 East250-567-4960

Join us Sundays @ 9:30 amEveryone Welcome!

Visit our website:nechakocommunitychurch.com

PICTURE THIS....Your activity could be featured in “Picture This.” Snap a photo at your groups’ fundraiser. It could be anything from a car wash to cleaning up our streets. It could even include school activities. Basically people making a difference in our community. Send us your photo by e-mail ([email protected]) or drop it off at the Omineca Express (150 W. Columbia Street). Please provide a brief description accompanied with the photo.This week’s submission....

InstItute...meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call Brenda, 250 567-9705.

***V’hoof hospIce socIety... Do you have a few hours a month to give? Are you sensitive to the special needs of those persons at the end stages of life? Want to be part of a great organization that makes a difference in our community, then we are looking for you. The V’hoof Hospice Society is a not-for profit charity looking for new volunteer members. Our Society has a desire to help others. We are sensitive to the special needs of the dying patient and their families. We do not have personal agendas or “missions” to our Hospice work. Our main fundraising come in the form of donations to our Tree of Life. We are looking for new members to continue this great service. For more info contact Debra-Ann at 250-567-0623 or email [email protected]

***the fooD BAnK... is in serious need of food donations. Specifically the following is needed: “Chunky” soups and stews and canned milk.

***BADMInton At fLess GyM... Every Thursday at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. come out and have some fun!

***the VAnDerhoof cAncer support Group...meets the first Friday of every month @ noon at the The Reid. For more info call Karen @ 567-4828.

***enDAKo hALL socIety...meets every THIRD Wednesday of the month in the hall at 7:30pm.

***the yeLLowheAD DrAft horse AssocIAtIon...is an organization for those interested in light and heavy horse driving. Monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month. For more info contact: Jon 250-567-8484.

***nechAKo QuILters GuILD... meets the third Tuesday of the month 9:30 am (Sept. - May) at Nechako View Seniors Common Room. Fran Sheeley 567-5254.

***the frAser QuILters GuILD... meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am at the Fort Fraser Community Hall. Newcomers welcome.

***hospIce tree of LIfe... is to honour the living as well as to

remember and honour those who have passed on. For more info call Debra-Ann Bishop at 250-567-0623 or [email protected]

***the frAser LAKe cAncer support Group... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in the New Fraser Lake Restaurant. For further information call Judy at 250-699-7763.

***VAnDerhoof 899 AIr cADet sQuADron...Cadets will meet every TUESDAY night – 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the 480 Connaught St. at the Gospel Chapel. Anyone age 12 to 18 interested in the Cadet Program is welcome to attend. Any adult interested in assisting in anyway, please contact the officers at the 480 Connaught St. at the Gospel Chapel Tuesday night. For more information call: Capt. John Callaghan - 250-640-0218, Yvonne Melo - 250-690-7496 Evenings.

***AA MeetInG... Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. United Church Hall. 567-8087 or 567-4588

***frAser LAKe AA MeetInGs...Tues & Thurs 8:00 p.m. at St. Wilfred’s Church just across from the Village Hall.

***st. John hospItAL AuXILIAry socIety... meets second Tuesday of the month (with the exception of July & August) at 7:00 p.m. in the hospital cafeteria. For further info contact Edna 567-9759 - New members welcome.

***VAnDerhoof

LIBrAry hoursTuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm

Wednesday 10:00am to 5:00pm & 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Thursday 10:00am to 5:00pmFriday 10:00 am to 6:00pm

Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm***

frAser LAKe LIBrAry hours

Sunday & Monday ClosedTuesday 10am - 4pm

Wednesday & Thursday3pm - 8pm

Friday 10am - 4pmSaturday 10am - 2pm

***nVss BottLe Depot hours

Open Mon, Tues, Friday 11am-5pm

Saturday 10am-5 p.m.

coMInG eVents....Will appear, as space is available, free of charge in this section. Coming events are available to non-profit organizations only. This area is not intended for thank you submissions or selling products. It is simply a place for non-profit organizations a place to announce upcoming free activities. You can e-mail your item to [email protected] or by fax (567-2070). Your organizations’ announcement can also be dropped off at our office located at 155 W. Columbia. Decision of the publisher is final.

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NEW EVENTS....

funDrAIser...to raise money for the Family Day & Collective Aware-ness Walk on Sept 13, at Riverside Park. The fundraiser will take place July 19 at the Reid Pub. More info call 250-567-7427 or email [email protected].

***VAnDerhoof AIr cADets... - Tues 6:30-9:30 at the Gospel Chapel For more information call: 250-640-0218 or 250-570-7496

***stuArt nechAKo MAnor...looking for volunteers. Help needed with outings, Serving meals, entertainment and visits for the residents. Please contact Marnie at 250 567 6290 for more information.

***VoLunteers neeDeD....Would you like to become part of a team working together to improve the quality of life for stroke survivors? The Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery Group is looking for volunteers to join their team. Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery’s goal is to encourage stroke survivors to improve their lives through education, exercise, work groups, crafts, outings, etc. No special skills required; training and orientation are provided. Patience and caring understanding a necessity. Volunteers share responsibilities: assisting with activities, exercises, education, crafts, outings, fund raising. Time commitment: 3 hour meeting each Monday morning (excluding stat holidays), from September through mid-June.

Please contact Penny (250) 567-3966

[email protected]

***senIors connecteD... is looking for Seniors in need of Outreach & Transportation. We are also taking applications for Volunteers wanting to take part in the VSC Program. Vanderhoof Seniors Connected is a program dedicated to improving the quality of life for Seniors/Elders in our community through Companionship and Transportation Assistance.For more information contact Debra-Ann Bishop at 250-567-0623 or email at [email protected]

***cALLInG ALL senIors... come and join us for carpet bowling, pool or snooker - Monday and Thursday afternoons at the Friendship Centre. We also have cards or bingo on Wednesday evenings. Music nights are also popular and these are the last Friday night of the month. Come and have some fun! Everybody welcome young or golden agers. Call Oscar for more info: 250-567-4582.

***AL-Anon...Has your life been affected by someone elses drinking? The Al-Anon is for you! Meetings held on Mondays at 7pm in Community Room at Omineca Safe Home Society. For more information contact Gail at 567-4318.

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Nechako Notes

Enjoying a visit to the Drifters Mini Dude RanchPhoto by Rebecca Watson


RAISING CATTLE: Gabby Fouty 10, likes raising cows. “It’s fun because when they’re babies they’re so cute,” said Gabby.

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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of George Devauld on August 1, 2014 at 79 years of age. George passed away at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver after complications from heart surgery. He will be forever missed by his wife Jo-Ann, Children Gordon (Debbie), Leonard (Maria) Darlene (Steven) and Grandchildren Jordon and Andrea. George’s family would like to thank our friends and relatives for all their support during this difficult time.

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HIRING DRIVERS Wood Fibre Haul

Seeking quali ed drivers in Vanderhoof and Fraser Lake for immediate openings for Wood Fibre hauling.

We o er:Full Time, Year Round Work• Home Every Day• Compe ve Wage, Bene ts & Pension•

You possess:Super B driving experience• A clean drivers abstract• References•

We are an equal opportunity Employer and we are strongly encouraging Aboriginal peoples to apply.

Email:[email protected],Fax:250-314-1750Phone: 1-877-700-4445

The Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce is hiring a part time Of ce Assistant.

The successful candidate will have:• Of ce/Administrative Assistant Certi cate (preferred)• Strong computer skills• Extensive knowledge of the local business community and area• Exceptionally strong writing skills• Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills• Ability to work effectively as a team with board and staff

In addition to the above, candidates should also have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and be available to work some evenings and weekends. Travel may be required.

If you enjoy working with people in an exciting, dynamic environment, this may be the perfect position for you.

Resumes and Cover Letters may be submitted in person to the of ce at 2353 Burrard Ave.

Vanderhoof Chamber of CommerceAttention: Spencer Siemens

Phone: 250-567-2124Email: [email protected]

Deadline for submission is 5 p.m. on Friday August 29, 2014.

Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce

OFFICE ASSISTANTHuckleberry Mines Ltd., an 19,000 TPD open pit copper/molybdenum mine located 121 kilometers south of Houston in west central British Columbia, commenced operation in September 1997; a recent expansion has extended the mine life to 2021. We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

PURCHASING AGENT

The successful candidate will report to the Mine Controller and will be responsible for all the mine’s purchases, tender and negotiate contracts and develop purchasing policies.

pplicants re uire a minimum of ve ears purchasing e perience, preferabl in open pit mining and have a Purchasing Management

ssociation of Canada certi cate or e uivalent. Experience with Guardian, Word, Excel software would be considered an asset. Excellent negotiating, organizational and planning skills and computer skills are required.

uckleberr Mines is located approximatel two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Emplo ees live in a camp environment on their da s of work. Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and mithers b bus and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to emplo ees. Houston and mithers are located in the scenic Bulkle

alle on TransCanada Highwa , an excellent area to raise a famil and has exceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.caHuckleberr Mines td. offers a competitive salar and a full range of bene ts including medical, life, disabilit income and P savings plan.We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberr Mines td., but onl those selected for an interview will be contacted. uali ed candidates ma submit their resumes in con dence to

Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd.

P.O. Box 3000, Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0

Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: [email protected]

Information Career Opportunities

Help Wanted Medical/DentalHelp Wanted

• LICENSEDPRACTICAL NURSE

• REGISTERED NURSEResource Ability is searching for a LPN/RN to provide in home respite nursing care for a youth in Prince George, B.C. Flexible evening and weekend shifts, wages per Collective Agreement.

Apply with resume to:[email protected]

Trades, TechnicalLooking for a heavy duty me-chanic for a busy shop in Kamloops full benefi ts great wage no night or shift work please fax or e-mail resume to Fountain Tire Kamloops 916 Yellowhead Hwy V2H1A2 fax number 250.851.7619 e-mail [email protected]

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NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE

13 August 2014

Reservoir Elevation: 851.11 m (2792.37 ft.)SLS Discharge: 282 m3/s

Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls:287 m3/s

Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 265 m3/s

Until 20 August Skins Lake Spillway discharge will fl uctuate between 14.2 m3/s and 453 m3/s in response to temperature forecasts.

Visit website www.wateroffi ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time fl ow information for the Nechako River.

Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-567-5105 for more information. A re-cording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250- 567-5812

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Farm Workers

APIARY TECHNICIANRequired F/T, Pmt. year round for Sweet Nechako Honey 395 West Fifth Street, Vanderhoof BC V0J 3A0. Must have 1 year previous experience and be able to drive standard transmission. Duties; facilitate the opera-tion of beehives to produce honey and related products such as bee pollen, replace Queen Bees and divide colonies when necessary. Perform maintenance on equipment, especially for extracting. Lead harvest / extracting crew as needed. Will be able to work varied hours and in varied weather conditions. Must be able to lift 32kg. boxes & withstand bees stings. Wage starting at $16.00/hr. negotiable dependant on experience. Housing is available!

Send resumes:juanaebis@

sweetnechakohoney.ca

Help WantedAn Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)723-5051.

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Warehouse/Factory

Experienced BookkeeperPermanent - full timeDuties to include Accounts Receivable & Payable, Ac-count reconciliations, Payroll, Bank Deposits, General offi ce and reception duties. Must be experienced in Simply Ac-counting.Wages depend on qualifi ca-tions. Reply to:Vanderhoof Machine Works Ltd. Box 1216, Vanderhoof, BC. Email: [email protected] Fax: 250-567-2382

Home Care/SupportNURSES, Foot Care Nurses, Care Aides, Home Cleaners - Bayshore Home Health is hir-ing casual, on-call RNs, LPNs, certifi ed care aides and experi-enced cleaners. If you are: personable; energetic; posi-tive; possess an outstanding work ethic; a passion for su-perior client service, and a re-liable vehicle, pls forward your resume c/w 2 references to [email protected]. Only those shortlisted will be con-tacted.

Warehouse/Factory

Ofce Support

Help Wanted

LABOURERS PCL Energy - now hiring Labourers with over 2 years of industrial experi-ence for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. We offer com-petitive wages and benefi ts. Retention and completion bo-nuses paid! Send resume to: [email protected] or fax: 1-888-398-0725.

PCL ENERGY now hiringJourneyperson: Pipefi tters,Millwrights ($40+/hr) and Scaf-folders ($38+/hr) for immediate shutdown work on an industri-al project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer com-petitive wages and benefi ts. Call 780-468-8026 or email re-sume: [email protected]

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LAND ACT: NOTICE OFAPPLICATION FOR CROWN LAND

Take notice that Perry and Elizabeth Legebokoff from Vanderhoof, BC, has applied to the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNR), Omineca Region, for a Crown grant for agricultural-extensive purposes situated on Provincial Crown land described as Part of District Lot 1100, Cariboo District, and located on Keil Road.

The Lands File for this application is 7409670. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to Ryan Hall, Senior Land Officer, Omineca Region, FLNR, at 1044 5th Avenue, Prince George, BC V2L 5G4 or [email protected]. Comments will be received by FLNR up to September 26. FLNR may not be able to consider comments received after this date.Please visit the website at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/viewpost.jsp?PostID=43871 for more information.

Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations’ Office in the Omineca Region.

A hard copy MAP showing the location and extent of the application area may be acquired by calling the land officer named above at 250 565-6430.

LAND ACT: NOTICE OFAPPLICATION FOR CROWN LAND

Take notice that Debora Foster from Vanderhoof, BC has applied to the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNR), Omineca Region, for a Crown grant for agricultural-extensive purposes situated on Provincial Crown land located at the south 1/2 of DL 5408 near Millard Creek.

The Lands File for this application is 7409678. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to Ryan Hall, Senior Land Officer, Omineca Region, FLNR, at 1044 5th Avenue, Prince George, BC V2L 5G4 or [email protected]. Comments will be received by FLNR up to September 28th. FLNR may not be able to consider comments received after this date.Please visit the website at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/viewpost.jsp?PostID=44726 for more information.

Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations’ Office in Omineca Region.

A hard copy MAP showing the location and extent of the application area may be acquired by calling the land officer named above at 250 565-6430.

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Independent engineering inspections have been ordered for Mount Polley mine near Williams Lake and nearly 100 other mine tailings ponds with permits across the province, with reports to be complete by the end of January.

Energy and Mines Minister Bill Ben-nett announced the dual reviews Monday. The Mount Polley investigation is to be complete by Jan. 31 and will be done con-currently with the B.C. government’s legally required probes by B.C.’s chief inspec-tor of mines and the environment ministry, which looks at the longer-term effects of the Aug. 4 tailings spill.

Bennett said costs will be covered by Imperial Metals for Mount Polley and by all operators of mines with permits to oper-ate nearly 100 tailings facilities in B.C.

“Certainly in the last 40 years there’s no evidence of a tailings dam breach in British Columbia, but rare or not, it happened, and so the public’s confidence I think is shaken” Bennett said at a news conference in Vancouver. “That’s why we need to get these three experts involved as quickly as we’re getting them involved.”

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Polley panel includes UBC mine engineering professor Dirk Van Zyl, U.S. consulting engineer Steven Vick, whose earlier investigations included the 2005 New Orleans levee breach that followed Hurricane Katrina, and Norbert Morgenstern, an Alberta civil engineering

professor who has worked on 140 mine projects.

Bennett said the panel was chosen with approval of the Williams Lake and Soda Creek Indian Bands, and their report will be made available to the band councils at the same time as government.

Independent inspections of other mine tailings ponds must be completed Dec. 1, a change from the March 31 deadline for inspections that are required annually.

Bennett said these inspections will each have to be reviewed by an independent geotechnical engineering firm.

Mine dam inspections ordered across B.C.

vanderhoof omineca express, august 20, 2014

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