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Vanderhoof Chamber 2014

Rebecca Watson

Omineca Express

Vanderhoof’s Chamber of Commerce held their AGM on Oct. 7 which hosted their inhouse election. Jesse Wil-son stepped down from her three-year presidency and

eight years of being a board member to announce her can-didacy of running for mayor. Brad Paulson was elected the new president and Joe Von Doellen was elected new vice president.

“The chamber is about be-ing a voice for the community and I believe I am commu-

nity driven because I get out in the community,” said Mr. Paulson. “For me the chamber offers the ability to enforce positive change in the busi-ness community and make sure the business community is well kept. I am a member of the business community as the manager of CIBC, I have also

owned three separate small businesses prior to working here. I know what communi-ties ask of their chambers and part of that is connecting busi-ness to business. Fortunately I work in � nance and I know a lot of business owners in the community and look forward to meeting many more.”

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Carina Cameron-director, Brad Paulson-president, Philip Bayliss-director, Joe Von Doellen-vice president, Don Weaver-director, (missing from picture Lonnie Wiebe-treasurer, Graham Stanley-director and Spencer Siemens-chamber manager).

Fire at Pinnacle

PelletStaff Writer

Burns Lake Lakes District News

Burns Lake - At ap-proximately 8:00 am. on Oct. 9, a � re related incident occurred at the Pinnacle Pellet plant in the Burns Lake facility resulting in minor inju-ries to two employees and more serious, but not critical injuries to a third employee.

Three workers were transported to Lakes District Hospital and Health Centre. The two patients with minor in-juries were transferred to the University Hos-pital of Northern B.C. in Prince George while one patient was trans-ferred to Vancouver.

WorkSafeBC has been noti� ed and the af-fected area of the plant has been secured to al-low for a full investiga-tion.

At the time of the incident, the plant was in a maintenance shut-down. The � re was quickly contained and there are no reports of equipment damage.

Scott McCloy from WorksafeBC said, “WorkSafeBC Preven-

tion of� cers arrived on scene at about noon. They will be working to determine what hap-pened and why it hap-pened. WorkSafeBC of� cers are coordinat-ing with the RCMP and other regulatory bod-ies, including the BC Safety Authority, in this regard. At this point, it is dif� cult to determine how long it will take to determine the cause, but our hope is to determine the cause quickly. It is my understanding that the three workers were in the dryer area at the time of the incident. We have not at this point determined whether there was an explosion or a � re.”

WorkSafeBC last inspected the mill on June 17, 2014. At the time of that inspection it was determined that combustible dust is-sues were being man-aged. The mill has not been inspected since that time. However, WorkSafeBC launched another combustible dust effort related to the pellet industry on Oct. 1 and the Burns Lake fa-cility is on the schedule to be inspected.

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Because local matters.Your local co-op is here for you. We live where you live, work where you work and we are helping grow the economy right here. We are your neighbours and we make sustainable investments in the communities we share. Doing business with your Co-op creates good jobs and economic activity close to home - just as it has been since your Co-op opened for business

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A new scam has been reported by BC Hydro.

Customers have re-ceived calls where the caller claims to be BC hydro and says power will be disconnected if a payment is not received.

BC Hydro customers are reminded that never will they be asked to give credit card or bank-ing information over the phone. To check the authenticity of the call hang up and call back.

Customers are also reminded that if an ac-count is in arrears, BC Hydro will send several notices asking for pay-ment in the mail and may also use an auto-mated dialler before power supply is im-pacted.

To report fraudulent calls call BC Hydro at 1-800-BC-HYDRO, the local police at 250-996-8269, and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

BC hydro warns against fake calls

Festival of Preforming Arts


The Nechako Valley Festival of Performing Arts will be on March 9 -25, 2015. It will cul-minate with the festival concert on Mar. 22.

Registration online opens on Dec. 8, 2014 and closes Jan. 15, 2015.

The venue for all dis-ciplines is Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship Church.

To view the sylla-bus and for other in-formation visit www.musicfestivalweb.com/nechako.

Revitalizing Vanderhoof brown� eld sites


CONTAMINATED: The old Kwik Save owners have left the property vacant and continues to be an undevelopable eye sore. The District of Vanderhoof acquired the property by default tax sale and have decided to start a remediation process instead of waiting for those responsible.


The District of Van-derhoof has decided to take action on one of the brown� eld sites in town while also looking into alternatives to de-termine if some of the town’s other prime real estate can be developed on any time soon.

A decision was made by council last year to start a remediation process at the old Kwik Save station. The town budgeted $84,500 to remove the gas tanks and $7,500 for environmental assessment but, mayor Gerry Thiessen feels taxpayers shouldn’t be paying at all.

“[The old Kwik Save and area beside the co-op gas bar] are some of the best functional lands in Vanderhoof, and it’s not right that the tax payers pay more for vacant land when its not being used and just sit-ting there,” said mayor Thiessen. “It’s not fair these companies make their money, leave it for tax sale and give the bill to tax payers of Vander-hoof for cleanup.”

According to the Ministry of Environ-ment, local govern-ments who become the owners of land due to tax default and failed tax sale are eligible to be exempt from remedi-

ation liability. The pre-vious owners/operators retain liability under the legislation but often the problem is there are few if any resources to di-rect at it.

The old Kwik Save station, previously owned by a private oil company, sat unused for years until the land was eventually sold to the town by default tax sale. The fenced area across the street is still owned by Imperial Oil yet has sat vacant for over a de-cade. Known and pos-sible contamination on both sites has left the District’s hands tied for future development.

John Skowronski, director of Canadian fuels at the western di-vision of The Canadian Petroleum Products In-dustry association, says that oil companies do have a legal responsi-bility to measure expo-sures and are obligated to continue monitoring the site, however, fully rehabilitating the land has no set timeline.

“We have to make sure its not impacting anyone else, which I think is pretty good,” said Mr. Skowronski. “If the market took off and property in Vander-hoof was going for one million dollars it may speed up [the remedia-tion] process but chanc-es are it will be man-aged over the long term.

In the interim, property may have uses on top while remediation is being looked after so it’s aesthetically pleas-ing since the property is probably worth less than it will cost to reme-diate it which becomes the driver.”

There are two brown� eld sites in Van-derhoof that have been

grassed over. City coun-cillors feel the HWY 16 corridor could use more commercial develop-ment, not more parks. Possible funding op-portunities such as the gas tax funds can only be used for the creation of public infrastructure

and the Green Munici-pal Fund cannot be used for remediation. Basi-cally, any money need-ed for cleanup would be extended directly from tax payers or the town must wait for those re-sponsible.

Brian Frenkel, Van-derhoof councillor and president of the North Central Local Govern-

ment, says this is one of the biggest issues in the north that isn’t resonat-ing with petroleum pro-ducers.

“All along the east west connector there are brown� eld sites that companies have walked away from. It’s

much easier for them to cleanup in Vancouver because land is worth more. In small com-munities they are worth less and it doesn’t pay them to cleanup. The government should be saying you spill it you clean it up, simple,” said Mr. Frenkel. “Five years, 10 years, least get in there with a plan.”

During last months UBCM convention, mayor Gerry Thiessen presented Mary Po-lak, the BC Minister of Environment, a writ-ten document propos-ing that legislation be made regarding timely responsibility for reme-

diation of contaminants left behind. It noted that perhaps funding could also be introduced to as-sist local governments with brown� eld remedi-ating on properties they own.

The Ministry of En-vironment told Black Press in an email that they do recognize the need to address chal-lenges (and opportu-nities) surrounding brown� eld sites and will include a focus on the issue during the up-coming review of the remediation provisions of the provincial Envi-ronmental Management Act.

“Part of mine life is to reclaim the land and put it back to natural wildlife. Why would the oil companies be any different but, what we’re facing is a problem every community across BC is facing,” said mayor Thiessen. “Our community is continually growing and that commercial land should be there for people who want to use it. [Those areas] could be a community centre or retail store but I’m not holding my breath. It’s one of these things that will have to be continually advocated for with a push of government and ministry having a sense of responsibility to clean them up.”


UGLY: This fenced off property is still owned by Imperial Oil but has sat vacant for over a decade while they continue to ‘monitor’ the land.


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DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOFA weekly feature highlighting meetings/proposals, events

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The District of Vanderhoof wishes to advise that the Public Works Department will be � ushing water mains throughout the municipality during the weeks of October 14th through to October 31st. During this time, residents may experience discoloured water and should allow the cold water to run until clear before use.

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There will be an advance voting opportunity as required by Section 97 of the Local Government Act on:

Wednesday November 5th, 20148:00 am to 8:00 pmMunicipal Offices

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There will be additional advance voting opportunities:November 3rd, 4th, 6th and 7th, 2014

between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pmMunicipal Office, 160 Connaught Street, Vanderhoof

General Voting Day is:Saturday November 15th, 2014

Friendship Centre, 219 Victoria Street8:00 am to 8:00 pm

Documentation Required for Voting Day RegistrationYou must provide two pieces of identity that show evidence of your identity and place of residence, at

least one of which must contain your signature. Examples of acceptable identity are:• Driver’s Licence • BCID Card • Care Card • Social Insurance Card• Citizenship Card • Real Property Tax notice • Credit or Debit Card • Utility Bill • Owner’s Certificate of Insurance and Vehicle License

Who May VoteResident Electors:• age 18 or older; and• a Canadian citizen; and• a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and• a resident of the proposed Sunnyside fire protection service area for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and• not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.Non-Resident Property Electors:• age 18 or older; and• a Canadian citizen; and• a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; and• a registered owner of real property in the District of Vanderhoof for at least 30 days immediately before the general election day; and• not entitled to register as a resident elector; and• not disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law; and• if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on these matters, please contact the following at the District of Vanderhoof office:

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and everyone is rescind-ing,” said Brad Paulson, newly elected chamber president at the AGM on Oct. 7. “Revisions done in 2012 are not valid so Corporations Canada will not accept them.”

A motion was made at the AGM to rescind and revert back to the old bylaws that are 15 years old. Some mem-bers suggested they keep the wording and change the name since so much work had been put into re-writing them. Some members suggested writing new ones entirely and re-submitting.

“But when you re-scind bylaws you have to be clear what the name is and what your rescinding to. I don’t think you can do any-thing today, you need to get a legal opinion,” said mayor Gerry Thiessen.

Allan Bieganski, a member of the chamber stood up and said, “We can still operate un-der them just don’t � le them [yet].”

Since members have to approve changes, it was determined a spe-ciality chamber meet-ing is needed which will keep the chamber’s bylaw submittance in limbo until the board can come together and make a decision.

Board members of the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce may have to

re-write newly written bylaws because of incorrect information given by

Corporations Canada.


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Wind farm spins closer to fruition


Innergex Renewable Energy is closing in on their � nal stages of the BC Environmental Assessment process to develop a wind farm in close proximity to Vanderhoof.

As various project consultants wrap up their � nal season of � eld sampling, Innergex hopes to submit their completed EA application by fall 2015 in hopes of starting the project by fall 2016 and becoming operational by fall 2018.

“[Wind farms] are a solution to climate change. We think its’ a good project environmentally but of course we will still do the assessments and we will still put mitigation processes in place to address possible affects,” said Nuno Louzeiro, Innergex environmental engineer, at the Chamber of Commerce AGM Oct. 7.

The proposed farm would be located 30 km south of Vanderhoof in the Nulki Hills on Saik’uz traditional territory. Last

December, Saik’uz signed a letter of intent with Innergex agreeing to work in collaboration on the project.

“We intend to work together provided we can mitigate things that happen,” said Jackie Thomas, lands and resource manager for Saik’uz. “Once it’s there it’s theirs and some of those places are our hunting and � shing gathering places.”

Saik’uz is currently in the midst of getting an economic development assessment done of their own to see what kind of footprint the

project will have. The farm blueprints

presently call for a maximum of 70 turbines creating upwards of 210 MW annually. That amount of energy would power 50,000 – 59,000 households each year.

Noise pollution is an ongoing concern for some residents who have heard of issues with other municipalities. Wind farm projects have requirements to not exceed 40 dBA in compliance with the MFLNR wind policy, which is comparable to that of the inside

of a library, said Mr. Louzeiro.

“The swooshing sound depends on the proximity you are to the turbine. The bene� t of this project is the distance away from people. The wind farm would be 10 kilometres away from any residence so no it would not be loud,” said Mr. Louzeiro.

Some other bene� ts of the proposed project would include eight permanent jobs for operation and upwards of 175 people on site during peak times of construction.

For nearly a decade Innergex has seen central BC as a possible place for a wind farm and if everything goes through will become their eigth wind energy project to date.

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SIMULATION: This picture shows the purposed Innergex wind farm on top of Nulki Hill. This projection is what the farm would look like from the Potlatch House on the Saik’uz reserve.

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Tom Fletcher

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Three years ago, long-time chief and band administrator Sophie Pierre sought an exten-sion of her term leading the B.C. Treaty Commission and gave a warning. The federal and pro-vincial government should start taking this long and costly effort seriously or “shut ’er down.”

Last week Pierre wound up her sixth and � nal year as chief commissioner on a slightly more hopeful note. This year, the Tla’amin Nation in the Powell River area and the Yale First Na-tion in the Fraser Canyon had their treaties proclaimed by Ot-tawa.

They join the Maa-nulth First Nations on Vancouver Island and the Tsawwassen First Na-tion in leaving behind the In-dian Act and the courts to get on with self-government. Tsaw-wassen in particular has moved ahead aggressively. Its shopping centre development near the ferry terminal is one of the larg-est commercial projects in the province right now. All of these treaties were negotiated despite multiple overlapping territorial claims around them, and similar progress has been made with the Tsimshian First Nations on the North Coast and elsewhere.

The need for aboriginal peo-ple to work out their overlapping claim issues between themselves was the focus of the commis-

sion’s 22nd annual report. In it, former chief commissioners Miles Richardson of the Haida Nation and Steven Point of the Sto:lo Nation added their in� u-ential voices, urging aboriginal communities to consider them shared territories, rather than clinging to ancient tribal rival-ries.

Another hopeful sign is that after seven years of commissions and studies, the federal govern-ment has � nally given its nego-tiators a mandate to negotiate � sheries. This is the main reason why the Tla’amin waited � ve long years for Ottawa’s blessing after their treaty had been ham-mered out.

This year’s landmark decision of the Supreme Court of Canada, recognizing Tsilhqot’in Nation title in the remote Nemiah Val-ley, has also got the attention of Victoria and Ottawa. Pierre noted the “� urry of activity” by Premier Christy Clark in seek-ing reconciliation, which will culminate this month with a for-mal apology for the hanging of Tsilhqot’in chiefs 150 years ago.

Pierre said this court ruling “should destroy any lingering thoughts that this issue is not of the utmost importance, and pro-vide the necessary investment, both � nancial and time commit-ment, to reach satisfactory con-clusions.”

That’s the good news for B.C.’s thorniest historical prob-lem, the lack of treaties across most of the province.

It’s also becoming clearer that the Tsilhqot’in ruling is unique. It’s unlikely to be repeated by most other First Nations, even if they are willing and able to spend the years and millions to enrich lawyers in pursuit of it.

Here’s the bad news. As of this year, the B.C. Treaty Commission has paid out $627 million to First Nations to support treaty negotia-tions. Most of that is in the form of loans, which are to be repaid out

of the cash settlements that Ottawa contributes to settle modern trea-ties.

Pierre acknowledges that some communities are close to com-pleting treaties, but their debt has climbed to near what Ottawa is of-fering. This would leave them free but broke. Others are just “spinning their wheels” with no real hope of achieving a treaty, Pierre said. The commission is calling for an “exit strategy” for these communities,

starting with loan forgiveness that would allow them to pursue eco-nomic activity.

There are First Nations, West-bank and Osoyoos prominent among them, which are thriving without treaties. Haida and Kla-hoose have developed successful forest products businesses as they move toward self-government.

Federal and provincial govern-ments must recognize the success-es, and the failures.

Time for truth in B.C. treaty talks

Dear Editor,

I was pleased to hear that Premier Christy Clark spoke strongly in sup-port of our province’s re-source economy recently at the Vancouver Board of Trade. She reminded BC’s urban politicians to take note of something BC’s rural politicians al-ready know: namely, that the wealth created by the mining and forestry in-dustries, and soon LNG, is what keeps taxes low for urban dwellers and pro-vides the money for health care and education.

Burnaby mayor Derek Corrigan and Vancou-ver’s Gregor “the green” Robertson are two prime examples of ideologically blinded urban mayors who need to heed this message about resources. Robert-son and Corrigan have repeatedly shown them-selves to be thoroughly ignorant and antagonistic to the rest of the province and to the development of the natural resources, such as BC’s mineral wealth, that form the basis our province’s entire econo-my.

Imagine what Vancou-

ver and Burnaby would look like if the misguided duo of Robertson and Corrigan were to actually succeed in shutting down BC’s resource economy. For example, mining. Think of all the techni-cal jobs and professional services supported by the mining industry that are located in Vancouver and Burnaby – innumerable engineering, legal, � nan-cial, environmental, and supply companies. They would all have to close their doors and move away to greener pastures without this key resource

industry.Well, that’s the dismal-

ly sad future that residents of urban Metro Vancou-ver would have to look forward to if politicians with the narrow mindset of Robertson and Corri-gan have their way. With municipal elections fast approaching, let’s hope urban voters in Vancouver and Burnaby understand BC’s economy better than their current mayors do. It’s time for urban BC to get in synch with our rural wealth creators.

Randy Rinaldo, Burnaby, BC

Wealth in rural areas keep taxes low


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We talk a lot about the environment in these articles, about going green, and caring for the environment. How that relates to health isn’t always obvious. Just remember that everything you put into your water eventually goes into our water, the aquatic life gets it, and our water has to be cleaned from it. Going green when you use shampoos and cleaners is obvious when you think about how rarely � sh need their hair to be conditioned, or to take birthcontrol pills.. yes.. everything including the medications you take and foods you eat make their ways through your system and into our environment, directly affecting our wildlife, and our health. I’m not saying stop everything, just remember than any reduction in wastes and chemicals is a plus for us and our earth. A great way to get your family involved and teach your children the importance of protecting our environment is to make it engaging.

· Make it a competition – who can get the most ‘earth points’ every week or month, earn points by doing something for the environment

· Collect your refunds! When you go out for a walk collect those too, not only will you prevent trash build up, but eventually earn some money for treats

· Many places, schools, clubs collect everyday items like jars, toilet paper rolls, and other reusable items for crafts. This not only reduces costs for the groups, but reduces your waste

· Use your own dishware at picnics, or when you go out to buy coffee, reduce usage of paper or Styrofoam cups. Some restaurants will let you use your own to go containers, and bring some with you when you eat out to avoid getting doggie bags.

· Picking up garbage around your own neighbourhood can teach your children about responsibility, and how when they litter it becomes unseemly and someone else’s problem, it helps teach them accountability and respect for the environment.

· Best of all.. go out,, and enjoy nature, the more you enjoy and respect it, the easier it is to keep the things you love clean, safe and free from garbage.

On a side note… please pick up after your pets, did you know that the water tables are not suited to clearing out as much dog poop as is produced by pets? It actually makes our water worse and does a number on the grass and surrounding area, not to mention people stepping in it, children playing near it etc. be responsible and throw away all your trash in trash bins, as well as poop. Let’s make Vanderhoof the best it can be by starting out with these small things.

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Opposition seeks Mount Polley details

Tom FletcherBlack Press

VICTORIA – The B.C. government re-leased its latest water test results from the Mount Polley mine spill area Thursday, but refused a demand by opposition politicians to release inspection reports on the mine and tailings dam that col-lapsed Aug. 4.

Environment Minis-ter Mary Polak said the water results showed “slightly” elevated lev-els of aluminum and copper in water samples from Quesnel Lake, but water remains safe to drink in the area af-fected by the plume of

tailings in the lake.Polak said all infor-

mation related to health and safety of area resi-dents has been made public, but she is com-plying with a request from investigators not to release inspection reports until multiple investigations are com-plete. Polak released an Oct. 6 letter from B.C. Chief Inspector of Mines Al Hoffman, who is supervising one investigation of the dam failure. Hoffman said in-vestigators is examining “all documents relating to the history, design, construction, operation and maintenance of the tailings facility” and has interviewed more than

50 people.“I share the concern

with the Ministry of Justice that the public release of information related to the tailings facility at Mount Pol-ley may impact inves-tigations by tainting evidence of persons yet to be interviewed or re-interviewed,” Hoffman wrote. Imperial Metals issued a statement last week in response to a Vancouver newspa-per report that a 2010 inspection report de-scribed a crack found in the Mount Polley dam.

The crack was 900 metres away from the area of the Au-gust breach, and “was thought to be associated

with localized settle-ment of loosely com-pacted material along the downstream slope of the embankment,” the company said.

NDP energy and mines critic Norm Macdonald referred to reduced inspections at a coal mine in the Koo-tenays, and a memo from a ministry of� cial in 2010 warning of the risks of reducing mine inspections.

Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett maintains that annual inspections of Mount Polley and other mines with tailings ponds were not reduced, although other inspections were reduced.

Photo submitted by Ministry of EnvironmentAERIAL: Photo shows work to contain Mount Polley tailings after dam breach at the mine near Williams Lake Aug. 4.


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October 20, 2014School Board Office, Vanderhoof, BC

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These meetings will commence at 6:00 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend.

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FUN IN THE RAIN: With rain showering Van-derhoof and Fraser Lake over the past few days, fall colours seem to have brightend and the air crispen. Kana George 3, Kira Morris 7, and Keon Morris 4 were spotted in their ador-able raincoats out for a stroll in Fraser Lake.


The Vanderhoof Se-niors Friendship Cen-tre’s awfully outdated bathrooms will soon receive a facelift thanks to the Nechako Kitimat Development Fund.

Ellen Randall, secre-tary for the senior cen-tre, says the renovation will increase accessibil-ity and sanitation.

“The seniors are liv-ing longer but by doing that were getting older and many use aids to get around,” said Ms. Randall. “Were going to widen the doors, com-pletely gut the stalls, get new � ooring and install sinks that are censored to be more sanitary.”

The Seniors Friend-ship Centre is one of seven economic-development projects newly approved by the NKDF. The District of Vanderhoof will receive $30,000 to renovate the

building’s bathrooms that have not been re-done since the building was built in 1979. All seven projects com-bined bring the NKDF � scal year-to-date total donations to $122,065 across the investment area.

Wayne Salewski, chair of the NKDF, is happy that the senior centre was able to ben-e� t from funding this year.

“We are always pleased to support se-nior citizens. It has al-ways been a priority for the board, for we real-ize it’s a place we are all going. We’re pleased to be able to facilitate requests by them and hope to be able to con-tinue in the future,” said Mr. Salewski.

The Seniors Friend-ship Centre is used mainly for senior ac-tivity but each year the building hosts an array of community group

gatherings including weddings, funerals and Christmas work par-ties. Upcoming events include a Health Day on Nov. 5 where par-ticipants can get � u shots and health advice and the Nov.11 Cadets gathering for Remem-brance Day. Since the centre slows down with less functions in Janu-ary, the hope is to have

a contractor start the bathroom renovations in the new year.

“We break a little better than even but we’re not getting rich,” said Ms. Randall. “It’s a nice building but without the upgrades it won’t stay nice for long and we wouldn’t have been able to do it with-out the outside fund-ing.”

Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad was happy with the diversi-� cation of funding.

“The NKDF’s in-vestments will help fur-ther cultivate commu-nity development here in the Nechako region. Investments like these strengthen our regional economy and make like better for all our citi-zens.”

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Welcome to the Y. M. C. A!

This summer an increasing

number of childcare services have

made their way to Vanderhoof

through the hands of the YMCA

and it’s catchy theme song.

“We love singing the song,”

shouted a group of middle school-

ers during a YMCA camp day.

The Young Men Christian Asso-

ciation is a Canadian organization

dedicated to offering programs tai-

lored to a community’s individual

needs.Now in Vanderhoof at the The

Gospel Chapel, the YMCA has

started full and half-day child-

care programs and, have much

planned for the future, said Sar-

ah Geisheimer, 26, Vanderhoof

YMCA co-ordinator.

“It’s still in the works but we

are planning an art program for

school-aged children for around

October, and a low-impact aero-

bics program for seniors for some-

time in the fall as well,” said Ms.

Geisheimer.

The YMCA was offered a one-

year agreement with the District of

Vanderhoof to deliver recreational

programs. So far the enrolment has

been high however the YMCA’s

long-term role in the community

will be defined by what the people

in Vanderhoof want, said Chris

Kinch, director of membership

and programs for the YMCA of

Northern BC.

“If you want to build something

more sustainable you have to look

two-to-three years down the road.

So right now were still trying

to gather information and make

connections,” said Mr. Kinch

The YMCA has started to make

appearances at various community

events including the recent air

show and farmers market. The

purpose of the booth is not only

to spread awareness of YMCA

programs in town but to help make

connections with community

members.

It is expected by mid August

the organization will have a much

clearer view of what will be com-

ing to Vanderhoof for the fall, and

hopefully the office will have set

hours by then so people can drop

in with suggestions and ideas, said

Mr. Kinch.

“It’s a bit of building the plane

while your flying it but sometimes

you just need to hit the ground run-

ning,” said Mr. Kinch.

Programs currently being of-

fered by the YMCA in Vanderhoof

include full and half day childcare

services along with summer clubs

running from July to August.

Earlier this month, the Minute

To Win It week was held for chil-

dren aged 5-12. Taryn Montague

19, and Tara Kaurucz 19, are child-

care givers and both love working

with the kids.

“The week was all about team

building, group challenges, work-

ing together and of course having

fun,” said Ms. Montague, who has

worked with the YMCA for three

summers.

Carsen 9, is a summer club par-

ticipant and just moved to Vander-

hoof from Quesnel a few weeks

ago. “It’s a great opportunity to meet

new friends,” said Carsen with a

humbling smile.

The YMCA has also started a

parent-and-tot group, which is free

for the summer, and runs twice a

week for an hour on Mondays and

Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30

a.m.“It gives the kids a way of be-

ing active but also gives the par-

ents a way of socializing,” said

Sarah Geisheimer, Vanderhoof

YMCA co-ordinator. “Each week

the kids come into their own be-

ing around other kids their own

age. It’s a structured environment

but we target it towards their inter-

ests to make it fun and education-

al.”


FUN AND EDUCATIONAL: The YMCA has started running day camps and child daycare services in Vanderhoof. The Min It To Win It

group is seen here having fun during an outing to the park earlier this month.

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Vanderhoof hosting X-Country Championship


Runners have tight-ened their laces, started training and will soon press off from the start line in Vanderhoof dur-ing this years cross country championship.

Vanderhoof will host the North Central High School Cross Country 2014 Championships on Oct. 18 at the Necha-ko Valley Sporting As-sociation. In order for youth to qualify for provincial races, run-ners must place at the zone meet, said Brian Nemethy, NVSS cross country coach.

“The top 20 girls and top 20 boys will qualify for provincials in Victo-ria on Nov 1,” said Mr. Nemethy. “Last year both our girls and boys came � rst in the zone and they should do the same this year.”

Highschools across

north central BC from Burns Lake to Vale-mont, Fort Nelson to 100 Mile House, will be participating. There are two courses, one for boys and one for girls. The short course is 4.3 km for the bantam, ju-venile, junior and senior girls. The long course is 6.5 km for bantam, ju-venile, junior and senior boys.

The race day starts at 9am with awards given at noon. The scoring is based on placing of the � rst � ve � nishers from each school (girls and boys) and will count toward the team score. The lowest score wins.

Last year the top girl in the zone race was Oliva Baptiste 15, from Quesnel Jr. Secondary who came 17 at provin-cials in the junior race. The top boy last year at the zone meet was Alex Nemethy 17, of NVSS, who came 20 at provin-

cials. “This is [Alex’s]

year,” said Mr. Ne-methy. “He’s won the past two years and it’s rare to have boys repeat. I know he will place at the zone meet and I’m expecting him to get top � ve at provincials.”

For zones a school can enter one team of each gender with as many runners as they want. For provincials only seven runners can be listed on a team-en-try form and all seven may run even though only the top � ve will be scored. “Both Ol-ivia and Alexander are running faster than last year and are expected to win the zone title again for their gender,” said Mr. Nemethy.

The last race before the zone meet was in 10 Mile Lake in Quesnel . Alex came � rst overal for senior boys running 6.2 km.

NVSS coach has high hopes for his team to come in � rst again this year

RUN: Alexander Nemethy came 1st overall for Sr. boys at the race in 10 Mile Lake Quesnel.

Submitted photo

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RUN: Anika Wallace came 5th overall and 3rd for Sr. girls at the race in 10 Mile Lake Ques-nel.

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RUN: Bridian running for NVSS at the race in 10 mile Lake Quesnel.


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I SPY: Canadian Geese are in ubundance in Vanderhoof/Fraser Lake areas especially during this time of year. I caught one mid sretch show-ing off some beautiful feathers at White Swan Park in Fraser Lake.

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....

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.

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***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 250-567-8587 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.

***THE NORTHSIDE WOMEN’S 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 pro� t 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 Kaytee Drinkwater at 250-996-1702, [email protected]

***THE FOOD BANK... is in serious need of food donations. Speci� cally 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

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THE VANDERHOOF CANCER SUPPORT GROUP...meets the � rst 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 Kaytee Drinkwater at 250-996-1702 or [email protected]

***THE FRASER LAKE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in Autumn Services. 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 of� cers 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-pro� t organizations only. This area is not intended for thank you submissions or selling products. It is simply a place for non-pro� t 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 of� ce located at 155 W. Columbia. Decision of the publisher is � nal.

***

NEW EVENTS....

ONLY 8 PRACTICES LEFT! CALLING ALL HANDEL’S MESSIAH CHORUS SINGERS IN THE VANDERHOOF, FORT ST. JAMES OR FRASER LAKE AREA....for all who have participated before in singing Handel’s Messiah with The Northern Orchestra, or for those who are experienced singers and fast learners, practices will begin starting on: Every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m., at the NVSS band room, until Wednesday, December 3rd. Performances will be De-cember 13 & 14, rehearsal times with the orchestra TBA. Please bring your own book to rehearse from. Call Rebecca Gulbranson at 250-567-5446 if you have any questions.

***ADULT BADMINTON...at NVSS gym, Thursdays at 8:30pm, starting Oct 16. Bring your own racquet and wear indoor running shoes. For more info call 250-567-9908.

***THE DATES FOR THE NECHAKO VALLEY FESTIVAL OF THE PERFORMING ARTS ARE...March 9-20, 2015. It will culminate with the festival concert on Mar. 22. Regis-tration ONLINE opens on Dec. 8, 2014 and closes on Jan 15, 2015. The venue for all disciplines is Vanderhoof Christian Fellow-ship Church. You can view the syllabus and look for any other information on the website at www.musicfestivalweb/nechako.

***GOSPEL MEETINGS...for seven Sundays in the Vanderhoof Library. Until Oct 26, 2-3pm. All welcome.

***GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA...Looking for FUN opportunities and challenges? Interested in making Friends? Do you like Games, Art, Sports? Do you enjoy Science, Camping, Outdoor activities, Singing & Drama? Helping with Community projects? Join Girl Guides! On-line registration also available at www.girlguides.ca Contact person: Kathy Russell @ 567-3882.

***RHYMES AND SONGS...early steps to-wards literacy and love of books! Fun for little ones and their caregivers too. Parents and children will learn interactive rhymes, stories and songs for use at home. Chil-dren ages 0-35 months, 10:30-11:15am Tuesdays, Until Nov 4, 2014. A snack is provided. At the Vanderhoof Public Library.

***GIRLS BOOK CLUB...enjoy reading and talking about books? Come and share ideas, crafts, activities and games and make new friends. Girls ages 8 and 9: 3:30-4:30pm, 1st Thursday of each month thru March, begins Oct 2, 2014. At the Vanderhoof Public Library.

***STITCHES CLUB...needle work, needle play! Bring your project and join with others who are working on theirs. Knit-ting, crochet, needlepoint, cross stitch. Noon - 3pm, you are welcome to bring your lunch. 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. October 1 thru May 6, 2015. At the Vanderhoof Public Library.

***STORY TIME...stories and interactive rhymes are designed to nurture your child’s love of books. Children ages 3-5, 10:30-11am Thursdays, Until Nov 6, 2014, parents are welcome to stay. At the Vanderhoof Public Library.

***TWEENS BOOK CLUB...enjoy reading and talking about books? Come and share ideas, crafts, activities and games and make new friends. Tweens ages 10 thru 12. 3:30-4:45pm, 2nd Thursday of each month thru March, begins Oct 9, 2014. At the Vanderhoof Public Library.

***LIBRARY BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB...For adults. Do you enjoy reading, talking about books, meeting people? Join us for the Library Brown Bag Book Club. 3rd Thursday of each month, Sept thru May, noon - 1pm, multi purpose room, drop ins welcomes. Library provides the books. At the Vanderhoof Public Library.

***TEEN BOOK CLUB...enjoy reading and talking about books? Come and share ideas, crafts, activities and games and make new friends. Teens: 3:30-4:45pm, 3rd Thursday of each month thru March, begins Oct 16, 2014. At the Vanderhoof Public Library.

***VANDERHOOF AIR CADETS... Meetings - 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

Nechako Notes

Watch out for wildlife on the roads! October and November are peak times for deer and vehicle collisions.Watch out for wildlife on the roads! October and November are

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“A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIESWITHIN OUR REGION”37, 3RD Avenue,

PO Box 820, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0

www.rdbn.bc.ca

PH: 250-692-3195 TF: 800-320-3339 FX: 250-692-3305

E-MAIL:[email protected]

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako is seeking applicants for a newly established position within the Protective Services Department. The position, Protective Services Coordinator, is permanent full-time, and situated in Burns Lake, BC. Expected starting date is on or about December 2014. The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako is a non-union organization.

Reporting to the Manager of Protective Services and Chief Administrative Officer, the Protective Services Coordinator, will be responsible for the coordination of all department projects and activities related to Emergency Management, 9-1-1 Service, Rural Fire Protection, and Occupational Health and Safety.

Preference will be given to applicants with: • skills to contribute to the development of the Emergency Management Program; • an ability to work in a highly productive environment and shift from one task to another quickly; • excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to deal tactfully with elected officials, staff, external agencies and the general public on various matters, including those of a sensitive nature; • strong communication (verbal and written) and public speaking skills; • advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office suites; • an ability to maintain confidentiality; • strong organizational and project management skills; • a committed team member attitude; • an ability to effectively respond to emergency situations; and work long hours under stressful conditions and at varying hours, as required.

Education & Experience • good business grammar, spelling and punctuation; • minimum Grade 12 Diploma; • post-secondary education preferred; • completion of or willingness to complete all Emergency Support Services and Emergency Operations Centre courses; • three years of increasing responsible relevant experience; • excellent attention to detail and effective time management; • local government experience an asset; and • must have a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License.

Applications will be received by Deborah Jones-Middleton, Manager of Protective Services, at either 37-3rd Avenue, PO Box 820, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0, or email: [email protected] until 4:30 p.m. Friday, October 31, 2014.

Truck/Equipment OperatorsYellowhead Road and Bridge (YRB) Has openings for

truck drivers in Vanderhoof. Operators must have minimum, Class 3 with air

endorsement. Operators will be required to operate various types of road maintenance equipment and do

some physical labour jobs as the need arises. Interested applicants should send their resume to the

Vanderhoof office: Fax: 250-567-3357

OR e-mail: [email protected] available at all yards.

For more info contact the Vanderhoof office, located at: 545 Spruce Street.

Phone: 567-3114

PACIFIC TIMBER in Burns Lake is looking for MILLWRIGHT.

Fabricating and electrical experience an asset. Does not need to be ticketed.

Must have experience in sawmilling.

Please email resume to G .

or fax 250-692-7140

Required for Vanderhoof Machine Works. Must have previous experience in maintenance/repairs. Will be able to work independently. Service truck experience an asset.

Competitive Wages, Bene ts & Pension Package, After 3 Months.

Fax: (1)-250-567-2382Email: [email protected]

CERTIFIEDJOURNEYMAN WELDER

• MILLWRIGHTS • WELDERS• SUPERVISORS• FABRICATORSMonster Industries is recruiting in Mackenzie, BC for the above career opportunities. We service the, Forestry, Energy and Mining industry. Shifts are 14 days on and 7 days off or 7 days on and 7 days off. 10 to 12hr days.

Excellent compensation packages available.

Please call: (1)250.845.3240or email: of [email protected]

or apply online: www.monsterindustries.ca

SUPPORTED CHILD DEVELOPMENT Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) is expanding our Early Childhood Development Team and we have the following positions open.Supported Child Development LiaisonBurns Lake, BC- 16 hr/weekSupported Child Development LiaisonVanderhoof, BC -16hr/weekSupported Child Development WorkerStellat’en First Nation – 16hr/weekQUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent• Early Childhood Education Basic and Post Basic

Education; or post graduate courses related to child development and special needs (e.g. Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Psychology) with minimum two years’ experience

• Basic First Aid Level 1• Criminal record check

For more information, please visit www.csfs.org. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] by October 22, 2014.

Career Opportunities

Announcements

InformationNECHAKO RESERVOIR

UPDATE8 October 2014

Reservoir Elevation: 850.82 m (2791.41 ft.)SLS Discharge: 33.45 m3/s

Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls:38 m3/s Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 45 m3/s

Skins Lake Spillway discharge will be maintained at approxi-mately the current level until April 2015

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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Employment

AutomotivePARTS PERSON required for a growing progressive auto/in-dustrial supplier. Experienced applicant will receive top wag-es, full benefi ts and RRSP bo-nuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowanc-es. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto & Industrial, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: [email protected]

SERVICE DEPARTMENT Personnel required. Busy ex-panding Chrysler dealership 40 minutes from Edmonton looking for individuals to fi ll the following position: Journeyman Automotive Service Techni-cians. Flat rate system. Wages commensurate with training level and experience. Chrysler experience preferred but not essential, apprentices consid-ered. Apply in person or by writing to: Brown’s Chrysler Ltd., 10447 - 104 Ave., West-lock, AB, T7P 2E4. 1-888-349-5566. Fax: 1-780-349-6493. Attention: Dale Marshall or [email protected]

Business Opportunities

GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000 + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected Territories. Full de-tails call now 1-866-668-6629. Website www.tcvend.com

Employment


BUILDING INSPECTORfor the

DISTRICT OF KITIMAT(Regular Full Time Position)

Under the supervision of the Technical Services Managerprocesses building permit applications, performs in-spections, reviews drawings and construction for confor-mance with legislation, regu-lations and standards. Ex-plains and enforces municipal bylaws.

The successful applicant will have BOABC or Canadian Registered Building Cer-tifi cation (preference will be given to Level 2 certifi cation or higher) and a minimum Class 5 driver’s license. This bargaining unit position has a wage scale ranging from $37.94 - $45.90/hour (over 2 years) with a 35 hour work week.

Submit detailed resumes, including references by:

October 29, 2014 to Per-sonnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat BC V8C 2H7, Phone (250) 632-8900,Fax (250) 632-4995, or e-mail [email protected]. Community information can be obtained from our web-site at www.kitimat.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for fur-ther consideration will be contacted.

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Help Wanted

Labourers

LABOURERSHouston, BC

DH Manufacturing in Hous-ton BC is looking for labour-ers. Must be reliable, physi-cally fi t and willing to work shift work. Starting wage up to $16.75/hr. Benefi t pack-age after 3 months employ-ment.

[email protected]

Employment

Medical/DentalMEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online train-ing you need from an employ-er-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career to-day!


Employment

Trades, Technical

MECHANICRequired for Westline Ford, in beautiful Vanderhoof, BC...where you can afford to live in comfort.

Offering competitive wages & benefi ts.

Apply with resume to:[email protected]

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fax 250.567-2070 email [email protected]

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VANDERHOOF AND AREABUSINESS DIRECTORY

ADVERTISINGADVERTISING ADVERTISING

PLUMBING

Commercial and IndustrialPlumbing and HVAC

Heavy Water and Civil ConstructionWater Treatment and Filtration Systems

INSTALLATION & REPAIRS250-567-5888

EXCAVATINGPRAIRIEDALE EXCAVATING

Tandem dump truck, 4x4 Backhoe, gravel sales, general hauling, foundations,

water & sewer lines and snow removal.

All jobs BIG or small, give us a call!FRANK TEICHROEB

3393 Sinkutview Rd, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A2

567-2029

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADVERTISE

HERE GIVE US A CALL:

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Pam BergerPublisher

150 W. Columbia StBox 1007, VanderhoofBC V0J 3A0

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Email: [email protected]

vertiserReaching Every DoorADSTUART

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Pam BergerPublisher

150 W. Columbia StBox 1007, VanderhoofBC V0J 3A0

Tel: 250-567-9258Fax: 250-567-2070

Email: [email protected]

Serving Fort St. James and area since 1972

Pam BergerPublisher

250-996-8482Advertising: [email protected]: [email protected]

Website: www.caledoniacourier.com

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Misc. for Sale

For Sale By Owner

5 BDRM HOME IN TELKWA FOR

SALE OR RENT3200 sq ft, 4 bath, includes washer &

dryer, fridge & stove, dishwasher

hot tub, natural gasRent: $1350 per mnth

Sale: $299,000 Contact:

250-845-3315

Services

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TAX FREE MONEYis available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mort-gage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime1-800-639-2274 or

604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Services

Home ImprovementsFULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, re-liable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.

Pets & Livestock

LivestockDORPER Cross Sheep fl ock for sale. 15 ewes and 25 lambs. $4500. Phone 250-397-4126.

Merchandise for Sale

Medical SuppliesFOR SALE

Scooter - Handicap 3 wheel electric like new 300 lb

carry capacity. Nearly new tires & battery. Runs approx. 12 km on a charge. Electric

brakes, large adjustable seat. Comes with charger $675. Call 250-567-4018

Misc. for SaleHOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 or visit online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

Misc. WantedPrivate Coin Collector BuyingCollections, Accumulations,Olympic Gold & Silver Coins +Chad: 778-281-0030. Local.

Real Estate

Apt/Condo for Rent

ABOVE THE REST!

SilvermillApartments

Secure quiet apartments

VACANCY

250-567-4208

1 bedroom furnished or not, No pets, Quiet adult oriented No Drugs, utilities incd except phone567-2717

Rentals

Apt/Condo for Rent

VictoriaManor

* Balconies* Landscaped View

* Cablevision Available

250-567-4048or 250-567-9080

Large2 Bdrmfrom

Large1 Bdrmfrom $695 - $725

$725 - $755

NO SMOKING - NO PETS

Homes for RentFOR RENT

4 Bedroom home6 minutes from

Vanderhoof.AvailableNovember 1,N/S, No Pets.

1100 per month. Phone 250-567-2570 or 250-570-9900

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Village of Fraser LakePUBLIC NOTICE

Please be advised that the Council of the Village of Fraser Lake will be considering the final adoption of the Village of Fraser Lake Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 763, 2014 at the Council Meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2014 meeting at 5:30 PM in the Municipal Council Chambers. The property tax exemptions listed below are not new exemptions but under the Community Charter, Municipal Council must give notice of the proposed Permissive Tax Exemptions Bylaw No. 763, 2014.These exemptions are for the 2015 taxation year only and are authorized by the following sections of the Community Charter: Section 224(2)(f) permits Council, by bylaw, to grant further tax exemptions to building set aside for public worship and Section 224(2)(i) permits Council, by bylaw, to exempt from taxation land and improvements “owned or held by an athletic or service club or association and used as a public park or recreation ground for public athletic or recreational purposes”.Exempt from taxation for properties under Section 224(2)(f) are all remaining lands not occupied by the building. Exempted from taxation for purposes under Section 224(2)(i) are all lands provided the land is used as a community park.

PROPERTIES AND DOLLAR VALUES EXEMPTED

Estimated Estimated Estimated 2015 Tax 2016 Tax 2017 TaxExemption Exemption Exemption

a) Anglican Synod, Diocese of CaledoniaLot 148, Plan 5688, District Lot 2011 $217.38 $217.38 $217.38 Folio 669.00

b) Lakeview Bible Chapel Trustees Congregation, Lots 75-76, Plan 5688 $210.39 $210.39 $210.39District Lot 617, Folio 598.500

c) Trustees of the Congregation of the Fraser Lake’s Jehovah Witnesses, $151.39 $151.39 $151.39 Lot 51, Plan 5688, District Lot 2011 Folio 575.001

d) Roman Catholic Episcopal Prince Rupert, Lot 18, Plan 5688, District $148.28 $148.28 $148.28 Lot 617, Folio 542.001

e) West Fraser Mills Ltd, Lot 167 Plan 5688, District Lot 2011 $312.09 $312.09 $312.09 Folio 681.100

Elizabeth Litke Director of Finance District of Vanderhoof

2014/2015 Winter Maintenance OperationsHired Equipment List

Snow Hauling

The District of Vanderhoof is soliciting interest from local contractors who would like to be included on our municipal hired equipment list for the 2014/15 winter season to haul snow, on an as needed basis, from municipal thoroughfares to approved dump sites located within municipal boundaries.

Truck Requirements: Minimum 10 cubic yard box Tall side boards consisting of ¾ inch plywood

(minimum) Side boards minimum 4 feet above box on

off-side

The District of Vanderhoof offers blue book rates. Contractors must be available to respond on short notice. Contractors must provide contact numbers where they can be reached 24/7.

Please indicate your interest in writing to the follow-ing address:

DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF160 Connaught St.

PO Box 900Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0

Ph: (250) 567-4711Fax: (250) 567-9169

In your written submission, please provide a detailed listing of available equipment and their availability to be placed into operation.

Direct all inquiries regarding this Hired Equipment Request to:

Attention:Paul R. Carver, Director of Operations

Ian Leslie, Public Works Foreman

DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOFTENDER

Removal and Disposal of Underground Fuel Storage Tanks

The District of Vanderhoof invites Tenders for:The removal and disposal of four (4) underground fuel storage tanks from a site located at 320 First Street (Highway #16)

Proposal Documents will be available during normal business hours at: DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF 160 Connaught Street Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169

This Request for Proposal is scheduled to close:

Closing Time: 2:00 p.m. local time

Closing Date: Friday, October 24, 2014

Address: Office of the District of Vanderhoof PO Box 900 Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169

Direct all inquiries regarding this Proposal call to:

Attention: Paul Carver, Director of Operations

IMPORTANT NOTE: Proposals will only be accepted in sealed envelopes, with the project name and closing date/time clearly marked on the outside of the envelope. Proposals received after the closing date/time will be returned unopened. The District of Vanderhoof reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals. The lowest or any Proposals may not necessarily be accepted.

Rentals

Homes for RentHouse for rent 2brdm, Laundry, Large yard, single garage. Fort Fraser 20 min-ute communte to Vande-rhoof. Ref.Req. $735/mth plus utilities. N/S Referenc-es required. Damage deposit $400 Call 1-604-240-3784

House for Rent in town,3 bdrm, washer/dryer no pets,

references required $900 plus utilities 567-5443

Townhouses3/bdrm townhouses in a family- friendly complex. Close to downtown, schools & park. $695/mth. 250-567-4430

Transportation

Vehicle WantedWANTED: VW dune buggy with fi berglass body. Please call 604-883-9768.

Boats

CANOE FOR SALE17’6” Hellman “Pros-pector” (orange with blk trim), Duralite. $900.

In Burns LakeCall 250-692-2372

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NEWSExpress

No university in Canada has a history like UNBC’s. Imagine 16,000 people calling on government to create a northern university. It happened here. Before UNBC was a university, it was a social movement that instilled a strong sense of ownership, purpose, and adventure in the region, which carries over to our students today.

A knock at the door of Georgina Becker’s home set a course that would change her and her son’s lives forever. By providing her signature, Georgina helped make university education in the North possible for a entire generation, including her son.

Did you sign the petition? Share your story.

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Fraser Lake signage brightens look of town

Rebeca WatsonOmineca Express

Fraser Lake – Driv-ing down the high-way or criss crossing through town, residents may notice two new signs in Fraser Lake, if they havn’t already.

“[The one on the HWY] is just beautiful, they did a fantastic job,” said Aileen Phillips, who works at Fraser Lake Building Supply Store. “I think it really says what Fraser Lake is all about with the swans and moose cutouts. We do a lot of work with the Village supplying their supply’s and it’s nice to see their project turn out so good.”

The two faces be-hind both the Fraser Lake sign on HWY 16 and the new Fraser Lake Cemetery sign, are Vern Hilman, public works foreman and Chris Ma-cLeod, a public works employee. Mr. Hilman came up with most of the designs while Mr. MacLeod conquered most of the welding.

“[Basically] Chris did the cemetery sign and the downtown sign was a combined effort,” said Mr. Hilman. “But the entire works depart-ment had a hand in at some points.”

Mr. Hilman con-tructed the downtown sign concept from a picture off the internet.

After changing a few things around, him and Mr. MacLeod started building the sign in-side their shop. They numbered every brick so that when they put it back together outside it would be exactly the same. As for the ceme-tery sign, it was entirely hand made by Mr. Ma-cLeod.

“Everything except for a spring latch on the gate that we bought, he made,” said Mr. Hilman. “He made the swirls and arches and every-thing, he is very exact. I am very impressed and pleased with Chris’s artistic ability to take something described to him and make it per-

fect. If it’s not within a sixteenth of an inch he

doesn’t put it on.”Both projects were

a couple years in the making but are now

proudly displayed for everyone to see.

Photo submitted

Photo submitted

FRASER LAKE: The sign is on HWY 16 and was unveiled last month.

SIGN: This Cemetary sign marks the entrance of the Fraser Lake cem-etery and was entirely handmade by Chris MacLeod.

vanderhoof omineca express, october 15, 2014

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business community

vanderhoof chamber

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brad paulsonpresident

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