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Thursday September 15th, 2016
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Volume 7 Issue 37
Terry Fox lives here by EVAN MATTHEWS
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Fox feature
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Body found at George Hicks A08
Kicking Cancer’s Ass A02 Listings on A15! A02!
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Photo: Bob Hoskins Andrew Lester crosses the finish line of the Mount Robson Marathon, near the visitor centre. The 38-year-old placed third overall in the 50 KM Ultra with a time of 04:14:49.
“We will all be touched by cancer one way or another,” Terry Fox said during his 1980 marathon of hope. Terry, a national hero, lost one of his legs to cancer — having it amputated — and then started on a run across Canada that would change history. His goal: One dollar toward cancer research from every Canadian. “I’m meeting people every day who say to me, ‘Thank you for my life. Thank you for what Terry did,’” says Terry’s brother, Fred, who is 59-years-old, 14 months Terry’s senior. “If it wasn’t for him, research wouldn’t have happened, and outcomes wouldn’t have improved,” he says. Ultimately, Terry wouldn’t be able to finish his heroic goal, as the ruthless disease claimed a young man’s life. Since then, over $700M has been raised in Terry’s name alone, according to the Terry Fox Foundation, not to mention monies fundraised by other organizations. Although a cure has never been found, Fred says he remains optimistic for the future, and that outcomes and survival rates have improved exponentially since cancer took Terry’s life. “To anybody who has made a donation to the Terry Fox Foundation, we’re thankful,” says Fred. “It’s important we support what he was doing.” Support doesn’t just come in the form of money either, according to Fred, who has now done the (Mount) Terry Fox Trek two years in a row. Fred, along with 30 other people did the (Mount) Terry Fox Trek two weekends ago. 16 people reached the summit, in the end. There is definite symbolism in hiking a mountain, he says, as Terry liked challenges. “When you hike it — even though it may be a difficult and challenging hike — it is nothing compared to what Terry did in the Marathon of Hope,” says Fred. “There are some pretty steep descents… Then there is shale rock you have to get over. There are so many difficult aspects,” he says, noting it’s just as grueling mentally. A monument in Terry’s name sits just past Cont’d on A14
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Kickball for cancer A weekend fundraiser is helping Jen Martens, who grew up in Valemount, seek new cancer treatments in Tijuana. The mom of two is in a fight for her life after being diagnosed in January with Stage four breast cancer, which has since spread to both her lungs and her brain. Jackilyn Lussier is paying it forward to Jen with the second annual Joey Lussier Memorial Kickball fundraiser which encompassed many events on the weekend. The weekend included a kickball tournament, silent auction, bake sale, concession, garage sale, beer gardens,
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dance and town-wide scavenger hunt. Last year the fundraiser was organized to benefit her and her daughters after her husband Joey passed away. Lussier says she wanted to continue the fundraiser and donate to Jen’s cause because of all the help it gave her last year when she needed it. She says four teams took part in the tourney and teams had players from 14 years old to 63 years old. A Go Fund Me page set up to collect funds for Martens recounts Jen’s latest struggle:
“The Cross basically told her there was nothing else that can be done and she should go home and live out her last days. Anybody who knows us know we couldn’t just sit there and countdown those days on a calendar, we had to keep fighting!! We are now in Tijuana Mexico at a clinic fighting away!!!” “This battle just got a lot harder and a lot pricier. Jen is still very determined to kick cancer’s ass!”
Not only did Jen have to quit work, but her fiancé Wayne has also had to miss work during the appointments and chemo treatments, hospital stays and aftercare. Shown above: Jen with her fiancé Wayne and children 4-year-old Ryan and 11-month-old Aubree.
McBride Secondary going green by EVAN MATTHEWS
greenhouse gas emissions, according to the province. McBride Secondary School will These upgrades benefit schools by become more energy efficient due to saving them money on electricity, $345,000 in funding from the provin- natural gas and maintenance, the cial Carbon Neutral Capital Program statement from the province reads, (CNCP). so the schools can put the money School District 57 (SD57) will use they save on energy back into classthe funding to replace the school’s rooms. boiler, according to a press release, This year $4.8 million worth of projwhich will cut down greenhouse gas ects have been approved provinceemissions and save on water costs. wide, the press release reads. The full $345,000 will be allocated School districts applied for funding to McBride Secondary, according by sending proposals to the Ministry to SD57, saying the project will be of Education. a “complete update to heating and Projects were selected based on ventilation.” the specific needs of each district, “It’ll be great for the students how well they would save money by studying in McBride,” says Marilyn boosting energy efficiency, and the Marquis-Forster, superintendent of school district and energy service schools for SD57. “It’s a good investprovider contributions, according to ment in the future.” the province. The CNCP gives school districts “Our district did apply for this a total of $5M annually to fund CNCP and was approved,” says green projects and initiatives cutting Marquis-Forster. “(The upgrades) are going to take place over two years.” Since 2012, the B.C. government has funded almost $25 million in projects under the CNCP. These capital investments New line help school districts Remote Control Helicopters lower their carbon of scented App Drive - car racing using a cell phone emissions by using soaps and more efficient techLittlest Pet Shop, Lego, movies and more! candles! nology in school buildings. Because of its Valemount IDA success in Kinder1163 5th Ave, Valemount garten to grade 12
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schools, according to the government, the CNCP was expanded to the health and post-secondary sectors in 2014. In addition to the CNPC funding, the provincial government announced in May that it would be redirecting $622,655 in administrative savings back to SD57, in order to help it deal with local cost pressures and provide front line services for students. The school district can use this funding as it sees fit, according to the government, things such as ongoing classroom programs, hiring new teachers, or for busing. “SD57 has worked very hard to ensure that students receive the very best educational opportunities possible. In our regular meetings with the Board they made it clear that they were facing budget challenges,” Bond said in a May press release. “I know that the ability to use these funds to support classrooms will be welcome news.” School districts, including SD57, according to the government, have been informed they will not have to pay their share of $25 million worth of provincial charges this year, and instead can redirect that money into frontline services for students. Again, over two weeks, SD57 did not respond to The Goat to discuss what “frontline services” could mean, or where the money would be spent.
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Province updates Societies Act by EVAN MATTHEWS Changes to update and modernize the Societies Act are coming, but how are local non-profits coping? Bill 24 replaces the current Society Act, which was enacted in 1977, and while the changes are set to take place in November, non-profit organizations will have 18 months to adhere. As it turns out, at this
and efficiently, according to Minister of Finance Michael de Jong. However, President of the Yellowhead Outdoor Recreation Association (YORA), Patricia Thoni, says YORA doesn’t have any members who are well versed in re-writing bylaws, making the change the opposite of effective or efficient, at this point. “We don’t think we can afford to bring an outside
makes a point of distinguishing between publicly funded societies and private member-funded societies, according to a government press release. Publicly funded societies, such as charities or others that receive significant public funding, will be subject to several new accountability measures including making sure the majority of board directors are not employees or contractors of the
“We don’t think we can afford to bring an outside consultant in. At this point, we pretty much just know it’s coming
Another change to the act, societies will be able to file documents electronically with the corporate registry, the province says. The introduction of the new act follows two rounds of consultations with stakeholders and members of the public, according to the province, during which time the Province received more than 200 unique submissions. There are more than 27,000 societies in B.C., ranging from small community-based organizations to large charitable organizations, according to the province.
- Patricia Thoni, YORA President
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PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTION As per Section 227 of the Community Charter, the Village of Valemount would like to give Public Notice of Proposed ByLaw No. 758, 2016 being a bylaw to grant a permissive tax exemption to the following properties for the 2017 property taxation year. These taxes inlcude municipal PLUS all other taxing agencies.
point many local nonprofits aren’t clear on what changes the province intends to make, and therefore, non-profits aren’t coping at all yet. “We intentionally left our bylaws as simple as we could,” says Korie Marshall, president of the Valemount Geothermal Society (VGS). “We’ll need to look at the new act after it comes into force and see if there is anything we want to change in our bylaws,” she says. The changes to the Societies Act are to allow for non-profit organizations to operate effectively
consultant in,” says Thoni. Which is exactly what Valemount and Area Recreation Development Association (VARDA) is doing. “The transition to the new act is not that onerous, although we have hired outside help with a small budget to help us with the transition and update our bylaws accordingly,” says Curtis Pawliuk, VARDA’s general manager, in an email. VARDA was acquainted with a lawyer, whom it hired, through its involvement in Avalanche Canada, notes Pawliuk. The new Societies Act
society, and that directors’ compensation be publicly disclosed, the press release reads. Member-funded societies, such as sports clubs and professional organizations, will be exempt from the requirements, according to the province. The new act adopts specific corporate governance procedures from the Business Corporations Act, according to the province, but generally provides societies with the flexibility to create bylaws based on their individual characteristics and the needs of the communities they serve.
Description of Property Lot A, Plan PGP11201 District Lot 7355
Organization
Description of Exemption
United Church of Canada Buildings and Land
(2017) $1,145.80 (2018) $1,191.63 (2019) $1,239.30
Roman Catholic Bishop of Kamloops
Buildings and Land No exemption for Residential
(2017) $653.07 (2018) $679.19 (2019) $706.36
Valemount New Life Centre
Buildings and Land
(2017) $1,384.34 (2018) $1,439.71 (2019) $1,497.30
Valemount Senior Citizen Housing Society
Buildings and Land
(2017) $5,661.07 (2018) $5,887.51 (2019) $6,123.01
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Cariboo Land District
Lot 4, Plan PGP8948 District Lot 7356
PID 010-571-370, Folio 124.050
Cariboo Land District
Lot 2 & 3, Block 2, Plan PGP10449 District Lot 7356 PID 012-675-440 PID 012-675-423, Folio 159.000
Cariboo Land District
Part Lot B, Plan PGP31083 District Lot 7356
PID 005-229-618, Folio 125.001
Parcel B, Plan PGP23940 District Lot 7356 Folio 125.005
Cariboo Land District
Leased land from Village of Valemount
Lot 8, Block 3, Plan PGP10449 District Lot 7356
Provincial Rental Housing (New Seniors)
Buildings and Land
(2017) $10,201.90 (2018) $10,609.97 (2019) $11,034.37
Valemount Lions Club
75% Buildings and Land
(2017) $820.36 (2018) $853.17 (2019) $887.30
Valemount & District Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion
75% Buildings and Land
(2017) $3,155.90 (2018) $3,282.13 (2019) $3,413.42
PID 012-675-563, Folio 180.000
Lot 10, Block 3, Plan PGP10449 District Lot 7356 PID 012-675-580 Folio 182.000
Cariboo Land District
Lot 1, Plan PGP31551 District Lot 9778
PID 004-273-303 Folio 252.000
VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT 2016 TAX SALE
2016 TAX SALE
As authorized by Section 645 of the Local Government Act, the following properties will be offered for sale at public auction at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, September 26, 2016 at the Village Office, 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount, BC, unless delinquent taxes and interest owing are paid before that date. Director of Finance, Lori McNee.
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1. 139.000
1215 4th Avenue
Lot 9, Plan PGP10361, District Lot 7356, Cariboo Land District; PID 012-692-794
2. 209.000
1300 2nd Avenue
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3. 411.000
1501 9th Avenue
Cariboo Land District
Lot A, Plan PGP14950 District Lot 9778
PID 009-014-276 Folio 265.100
Cariboo Land District
Lot 9, Plan PGP21237 District Lot 7354
Block B, District Lot 7354, Cariboo Land District of NE ¼, PID 015-200-931
Valemount Curling Club
75% Buildings and 100% Land (2017) $5,848.21 (2018) $6,082.14 (2019) $6,325.43
PID 009-580-905 Folio 435.012
Leased land from Village of Valemount
Lot C, Plan PGP16682 District Lot 9778 (BW519646)
VARDA
75% Buildings and Land
(2017) $2,743.83 (2018) $2,853.58 (2019) $2,967.72
Fraser Fort George Regional District (Fire Department)
Buildings and Land
(2017) $12,282.84 (2018) $12,774.15 (2019) $13,285.12
Fraser Fort George Regional District (Arena)
Buildings and Land
Cariboo Land District
Street Address
Estimated Value of Exempt Taxes
PID 026-108-500 Folio 230.142
Cariboo Land District
Lot 1, Block 6, Plan PGP10449 District Lot 7356 PID 012-694-151, Folio 203.100
Cariboo Land District
Lot 1, Plan PGP43828 District Lot 7354
PID 024-468-240, Folio 412.100
Cariboo Land District Lori McNee Director of Finance
Building owned by Regional Dist.
Building owned by Regional Dist.
(2017) $56,025.58 (2018) $56,266.61 (2019) $60,597.27
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Editorial Conquering the Berg Lake Trail
Evan Matthews Editor Congratulations to every single person who finished any portion of the Mount Robson Marathon this past weekend. Congratulations, too, to those who organized it. What an achievement. Mount Robson is a beast of a mountain, anyone can tell from simply looking at it. But to run the Berg Lake Trail, and experience the mountain in all its glory, it’s an experience like no other. I had hiked to Kinney Lake once this summer, prior to this past week. I thought it was an amazing hike, and I did the hike with my mom, sister and auntie. We did the 7 KM walk, turned around, and that was more than enough for the experience our group had in mind, and had prepared (or not) for.
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Up until the marathon, my family hike was really the last time I had thought about the Berg/Kinney Lake Trail. Less than a week and a half ago, I had intentions to do the 12 KM Kinney Lake race. What I had completely forgotten was I had agreed to do the Berg Lake Hike with my partner and her family the two days prior to the race. Her family and I planned to do the full 21 KM to the Hargreaves Shelter, overnight, and back to the trailhead in 48 hours. I thought maybe I would try to do it all, including the marathon on the Saturday. Let me just tell you in advance, I did not do both the hike and the 12 KM run. We arrived at the trailhead on Thursday morning, and in my mind it was the perfect weather for a hike. It was a little bit cloudy, breezy, the odd drop of rain. We started our hike, and by the time we made it about 11 KM to the campground at Whitehorn (five hours into our hike), I was starting to feel tired. The 30 lbs. backpack was causing my shoulders to tighten; my feet and my ankles were aching. I was cold, too. I hate being cold. But yet at every low moment, when morale was low, some part of me was able to take a look around and
decide I wanted to keep going. I had never done or seen anything like this, and I wanted to finish. Through the Land of a Thousand Falls, and all the way to Berg Lake, finally, viewing the Berg Glacier. The clouds cleared and we were fortunate enough to see Mount Robson’s peak, which other campers said they had been waiting days to see. The moon crept around the mountain’s top, and we slept, leaving early Friday morning. After a total of 14 hours hiking (excluding the camping, and breaks), we made it back to the parking lot. Morale and energy were both pretty low, quite honestly, but we all knew we had done something pretty special. The sights were amazing. The memories were unforgettable, but more than anything, the hike was a test of will, and mental perseverance. While times got tough, it was our will to push and explore that kept us going. I cannot imagine running 50 KM in the environment I just experienced. Yet, 144 people did, and close to 500 participated overall. You are as mentally tough as they come, no matter your time. You conquered the Berg Lake Trail.
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Freedom of speech for everyone Dear Editor,
In the Sept. 8, 2016 issue of the Rocky Mountain Goat, reference was made to The Valley Sentinel, subliminally mentioned as the “other local publication” (there is no other local publication, so it has to be TVS), in relation to a Letter to the Editor that was published. The comment was that The Valley Sentinel should not be printing some of these letters. Letters to the Editor are not journalistic reporting, but opinion. Whereas reporting of stories and events should be written in as objective and accurate a manner as possible, the Letter to the Editor format was created to provide an opportunity for public expression on any number of issues. As such, sometimes very different opinions on a single subject are expressed.
On practically any subject there is a wide range of statistics/facts an individual can use to support their position. It is not for a newspaper to judge which of these a writer chooses; that would make the paper bias. That is the right and responsibility of the writer. The newspaper’s responsibility is to keep out anything that may be legally libelous. If there is strong disagreement on a submitted topic, individuals have the freedom to submit a response they believe supports an opposite position. Newspapers allow the submission of Letters to the Editor with the disclaimer that these do not necessarily represent the editorial stance of the newspaper. In fact, accepting submissions that only agree with one side or another takes away a fundamental human right – freedom of expression
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The rationale for raising the minimum wage in two stages, the province says, to better reflect the province’s overall economic growth and ensure all workers benefit from B.C.’s success. The second increase of 30 cents will be effective on the same date, Sept. 15, but of 2017, bringing the minimum wage rate to $11.25. “One of the first actions I took when I became Premier was to raise the minimum wage,” says Premier Christy Clark. “Raising the minimum wage twice over the next two years, coupled with some targeted supports for young people and businesses, will help everyone share in the benefits of our growing economy,” she says. The B.C. government says it is
also reaffirming its commitment to reducing the small business tax rate by 40 per cent by 2017-18. This would mean a small business that is incorporated with $100,000 in active business income would have its taxes go from $2,500 to $1,500 — a savings of $1,000 annually. In addition, back in May the Province announced it would be investing $2.88 million in new training programs to help with labour shortages in the province. The programs are said to help young people, small businesses and employers in the retail, hospitality, agriculture, and aquaculture sectors.
The minimum wage in B.C. will increase in two stages, with the first being Wednesday, Sept. 15. The first increase will be 40 cents and bring the minimum wage rate to $10.85 per hour, effective Sept. 15, 2016. This new rate includes the 10 cents scheduled for the 2015 Consumer Price Index (CPI), plus an additional 30 cents, according to a press release. “B.C.’s economy is expected to lead the country in economic growth this year and next,” says MLA for Prince George-Valemount, Shirley Bond. “We want to strike a balance where we bring the minimum wage into line with our strong economy,” she says.
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McBride graffiti; park death
In an effort to better keep the community informed the Robson Valley Regional RCMP will be providing weekly press releases to the local papers. The list is not inclusive of all calls of service the local RCMP detachments receive, but provides a cross section of what is happening in the Robson Valley. Dunster B&E Sept. 7th: McBride RCMP received a complaint of a break and enter to the Dunster Store. Sometime overnight an unknown person or persons broke into the store and stole cigarettes and various snack foods. Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the McBride RCMP or Crimestoppers.
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McBride mental health issues Sept. 7th: McBride RCMP responded to a series of complaints regarding two Prince George males who had stayed in McBride overnight. The males appeared to have mental health related issues and were causing local citizens concern. The males were not a danger to themselves or others and were guided to resources to assist them in Prince George. Graffiti at McBride IGA Sept. 7th: McBride RCMP received a complaint of graffiti on the IGA building in McBride. This building has been vandalized in a similar manner in the past. Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the McBride RCMP or Crimestoppers. Shoplifter Sept. 8th: McBride RCMP received a complaint of a shoplifting at the Robson Valley Essentials store. The suspect was a local youth female and was later arrested in possession of the merchandise. Alternative justice measures are being contemplated for the youth who has no criminal history.
People not getting the message Sept. 9th: Valemount RCMP received a complaint of possible intoxicated persons near the Valemount gun range. An officer attended and conducted an impaired driving investigation resulting in a Valemount man receiving a 90 day immediate roadside prohibition and a vehicle impound. Train hits cows, almost hits people Sept. 9th: McBride RCMP received a complaint from CN Rail regarding a train striking cattle in the Dunster area. It was found that several cows had spooked while being moved and the train struck two of them. Two people had almost been struck as well while they tried to move the cows. The RCMP reminds the public that rail lines are extremely dangerous and people should take all precautions near them. Body found at George Hicks Park Sept. 11th: Valemount RCMP responded to a complaint of a man in the public washroom at the George Hicks Regional Park. An officer attended and a local 62-yearold man was found deceased in the bathroom stall. The B.C. Coroner Service was advised and attended. There was nothing suspicious about the incident and the cause of death is believed natural.
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2016 Mount Robson Marathon by EVAN MATTHEWS
The sixth annual Mount Robson Marathon was a smashing success, and had a fair amount of local representation throughout its four races. Though the marathon nearly reached its registration capacity of 500, a total of 404 people actually participated over the four races. “We were really happy with this year’s turnout,” says Patricia Thoni, one of the marathon’s organizers. Local girl, Isis Hiroe placed first in the kids race, while local man, Rudi Thoni placed first in the Half Marathon 60+ category with a time of 01:50:35, according to Patricia. Unfortunately, Rudi’s age did not register correctly on the Sports Stats website, Patricia says,
which ultimately placed Greg Slatter first in the 60+ category with a time of 01:57:12. The 50 KM Ultra race had 144 participants in total, with the fastest time belonging to Alistair Hill (Men 19-39-year old category) at 04:06:51. Michelle Katchur Roberts was the first woman (Female 19-39-year-old category) to cross the finish line at 04:49:25. The Half Marathon had 137 total participants, having Cordell Klarenbach (Men 19-39-year-old category) finishing first with a time of 01:22:46. The first woman to finish was Nicole May (Female 19-39-year-old category), posting a time of 01:34:04. “I am so tired,” says Laura Davies, who ran the 25 KM Half Marathon in just over two hours, noting
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her partner, Wolfgang Sterr ran the Ultra. The pair drove from Whistler to do the run. The Kinney Lake 12 KM saw 85 total participants; with Nicholas Znak (Men 19-39-year-old category) take home first with a time of 01:04:52. Jenna Jackson was the first woman to finish (Female 19-39-year-old category), posting a time of 01:12:02. The Flatlander 5 KM had 38 total participants, Derek Johnston (Men 19-39-year-old category) finished first with a time of 00:28:07. Local, Kirsten Nash was the first woman to finish (Female 19-39-year-old category), finishing up at 00:34:39.
Photos: Bob Hoskins, Dennis Pickerl, Evan Matthews Captions start immediately right, then clockwise: Francois Dagenais Cote finishes second place overall in the Ultra with a time of 04:011:57. Michelle Katchur Robers is the first woman to finish the Ultra this year, posting a time of 04:49:25. Laura Davies is tired from running the Half, and sits with her dog, Pebble, as she waits for her partner, Wolfgang Sterr to finish the Ultra. Runners of the full marathon would run past Heargraves Shelter at Berg Lake, they would then see Berg Glacier (below). Mount Robson is seen here, on one of the few days we can get a clear view of its peak.
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Body found at George Hicks Park The Goat received a tip on Sunday afternoon of a body being found at George Hicks Park. Upon arriving, two RCMP vehicles were parked, an ambulance was on scene, as was the Coronor’s office. Valemount RCMP confirmed the tip to The Goat,
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and said the body of a local 62-year-old mail was found deceased in the bathroom stall of George Hicks Regional Park. Police say there was nothing suspicious about the incident and the cause of death is believed natural.
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Soon enough, McBride will have a pedestrian friendly crosswalk at its main intersection. A pedestrian signal will be installed at the intersection of Highway 16 and Main Street, with completion expected by the end of September. “This new crosswalk is an important piece of transportation infrastructure for our community,” says McBride’s Mayor, Loranne Martin. “It fits into our overall
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McBride Secondary School will become more energy efficient due to $345,000 in funding from the provincial Carbon Neutral Capital Program (CNCP). School District 57 (SD57) will use the funding to replace the school’s boiler, according to a press release, which will cut down greenhouse gas emissions and save on water costs. The full $345,000 will be allocated to McBride
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plan for the improvement of the province’s transportation network. The plan is called B.C. on the Move. However, the improvement isn’t only related to improving transportation, but also to do with pedestrian and student safety, according to MLA for Prince GeorgeValemount, Shirley Bond. “In discussions with village council, they indicated their concern about pedestrian and student safety in and around McBride,” says Bond. “With school
underway, (the signal will) remind drivers to pay attention to school buses is a critical priority.” In May, the province more than doubled fines for drivers passing school busses with flashing lights — drivers also receive three penalty points on top of a $368 fine. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure will invest almost $2.7B over the next three years, according to the province, in order to improve B.C.’s transportation network.
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community plan, and will help safely connect residents and visitors to our popular cycling trail network,” she says. The pedestrian signal will be a flashing green light that will turn amber, then red, when the pedestrian presses it, according to the government. Advanced warning signs will alert oncoming traffic of the changing signal once it has been pressed. The province will be picking up the $230,000 tab, it says, as part of its 10-year
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Secondary, according to SD57, saying the project will be a “complete update to heating and ventilation.” “It’ll be great for the students studying in McBride,” says Marilyn MarquisForster, superintendent of schools for SD57. “It’s a good investment in the future.” The CNCP gives school districts a total of $5M annually to fund green projects and initiatives cutting greenhouse gas emissions, according to the province. These upgrades benefit schools by saving them money on electricity, natural gas and maintenance, the statement from the province reads, so the schools can put the money they save on energy back into classrooms. This year $4.8 million worth of projects have been approved province-wide, the press release reads. School districts applied for funding by sending proposals to the Ministry of Education. Projects were selected based on the specific needs of each district, how well they would save money by
boosting energy efficiency, and the school district and energy service provider contributions, according to the province. “Our district did apply for this CNCP and was approved,” says MarquisForster. “(The upgrades) are going to take place over two years.” Since 2012, the B.C. government has funded almost $25 million in projects under the CNCP. These capital investments help school districts lower their carbon emissions by using more efficient technology in school buildings. Because of its success in Kindergarten to grade 12 schools, according to the government, the CNCP was expanded to the health and post-secondary sectors in 2014. In addition to the CNPC funding, the provincial government announced in May that it would be redirecting $622,655 in administrative savings back to SD57, in order to help it deal with local cost pressures and provide front line services for students.
The school district can use this funding as it sees fit, according to the government, things such as ongoing classroom programs, hiring new teachers, or for busing. “SD57 has worked very hard to ensure that students receive the very best educational opportunities possible. In our regular meetings with the Board they made it clear that they were facing budget challenges,” Bond said in a May press release. “I know that the ability to use these funds to support classrooms will be welcome news.” School districts, including SD57, according to the government, have been informed they will not have to pay their share of $25 million worth of provincial charges this year, and instead can redirect that money into frontline services for students. Again, over two weeks, SD57 did not respond to The Goat to discuss what “frontline services” could mean, or where the money would be spent.
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Living in a Postcard
It is about returning to an ancestral thirst to work with the nature, touch and care for trees, animals, and, above all, being outside — in the great outdoors. “McBride offers all these opportunities like few places left in this world, and more. The whole valley is a precious, alive pearl. It saddens me when some talk about our town as being in a “desperate” situation economically, while proposing or supporting projects that would destroy the very essence, the uniqueness of this place. Why don’t we work with our gifts, instead of rejecting them? Why isn’t McBride a Zermatt of British Columbia — living high from touristic development instead of Photo: Monica Marcu hunting highly polluting industries like silica manuby MONICA MARCU facturing? Who would come to spend time in a town veiled in deadly dust when so many other safer, attractive “You are living in a postcard!” natural sites dot the Rockies? This is what a friend visiting from US told me recently. Although McBride’s tourism potential is huge, and the She was, understandably — like so many others seeing landscape of both mountain ranges embracing the valley McBride for the first time — impressed by the natural is glorious, there are few well-maintained access roads beauty of the valley and the majestic mountains surto the hiking trails. It is seems as though more and more rounding the town. roads become inaccessible to the high altitudes, and But it’s more than what meets the eye, we try to explain the existing maps and topographical details to take the her, almost like justifying what removed us from our savory tourist up in the alpine meadows are, well, non“ideal” place to build a career in the city: it is about endexistent. less space and forests to roam, clean, fresh air and water, Although the Swiss Alps, with their superb Matterhorn pristine soil to grow real, nutritious food, serenity and are famous, the not less famous town of Zermatt and its quietude. surroundings have gained notoriety due to the outstandThis is without mentioning the lack of electromagnetic ing tourism development, car-free zone, preservation pollution. of the original character, and endless possibilities TOP 10 REASONS in terms of excursions and hiking or skiing activities. to advertise frequently In other words — no pol1. People may not need your lution allowed in the valley, product or service today, but no pesticides or “landscapthey may need it tomorrow. ing” either, weeds grow freely, while the simple, 2. Frequency builds trust. countryside character of 3. Frequent advertising adds the place is paramount
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— but rest assured, as a natural jewel, Zermatt is no better than our McBride. Last fall, a superb initiative was discussed in town, but just a handful of locals attended the meeting dedicated to the protection of the old cedar – “Ancient Forest”, a unique temperate rainforest between McBride and Prince George. This ecosystem is worthy of UNESCO World Heritage Site status. This, in itself, represents a huge possibility to develop tourism around McBride; similar sites around the world gather large crowds of tourists. Strangely (to me), this opportunity seemed to attract more opposition than favor in town. With huge turnout, and strong support, a few months later the project of a silica plant in a McBride residential area was debated. The hope is for jobs that would “revitalize” the local economy prevailed over concerns about the natural jewel called McBride. Imagine bringing a silica and mineral processing plant in Zermatt, or any other town in the Swiss Alps. The situation of jobs in the valley is serious. Most graduates leave for the cities with high hopes for a better education and career opportunities. Not many chose to stay and work the land, even if land is plenty in the valley. Farming does not seem attractive to this generation. Many will ultimately join corporations, develop some tolerance toward job insecurity, and strive to pay their education debt, while juggling family, traffic and absurd mortgages. All, while waiting for some financial support from the parents left on the land. Have they been told that within the next 20 years or so about 45 per cent of today’s jobs will disappear, replaced by automatization aka heartless computers? In Canada there were 2.1 million factory jobs in 2007, compared to about 1.7 million now, while the population has grown. Canada’s economic advantage stays in food and resources. We come back to farming, water, forests, natural riches – of which McBride offers aplenty. While most think of farming in the valley reduced to just a few possibilities, in fact there could be endless cultures and animals to be raised, businesses to be started. Tourism, nutritious food and healthy farming, natural resources wisely managed — these are our local economic opportunities — they all depend on the very present conditions of pristine nature, clean air and water, lack of polluting industrialization. We are living in a postcard, and much more than that.
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Red Squirrels stock up
Fundraising Dinner! Photos: Evan Matthews This red squirrel was found along the Berg Lake Trail, foraging what appears to be a spruce cone. UNBC researchers says they squirrels aim is to get at the seeds within, as they are cache hoarding seeds at this time of year to store them in a central location for the winters food supply.
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Gardening with Pete Saving Seeds a smart idea
This week I was busy giving dozens of heritage tomato varieties “the squeeze” when a newcomer to the Valley dropped in and was really curious why anyone would ever want to deal with sixty varieties of tomatoes. When I explained that I only grow about one-third of my collection of heritage varieties each year, I am sure they wondered if I had all my marbles! At times, I also question if all the work of keeping track of all the varieties through planting, collecting fruit, squeezing out the seed, fermenting, drying, placing in separate containers and storing in a cool dry place for one hundred and eighty varieties of tomatoes is something I should continue to do. Then I see another article in a seed savers magazine, Organic Gardening or another magazine and I am inspired to continue on and even tempted to take on a few other varieties! A recent article I read tells of research done by Dr. Donald Davis, a researcher at the University of Texas, where their team has found that the nutrients in many garden crops (vegetables) had dropped over the past fifty years. They studied protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamins B and C. The decline ranged from 6% for proteins to 38% for vitamin B.
The greatest decline seems to be due to the fact that “new and improved varieties and hybrids” have been developed to grow faster and produce more – higher yields. However, the evidence shows that the plants don’t have the ability to take up the nutrients from the soil at the same faster rate. The vegetables and fruits grow faster and make more money for the large commercial growers and the commercial seed companies that hybridize the seeds, but are they slowly starving us to death? Dr. Davis and his research team are hoping to see more research into grains, legumes, meat, milk and eggs because these make up such a large part of our modern diet. Is the meat that is quickly “fattened up” in a crowded feedlot better for us than pasture-fed, home grown meat? Are the eggs from hens that are confined to a small cage for their entire life more nutritious than from hens that scratch around outside all day? At times I almost wonder if we aren’t able to come to the same conclusion by our natural instincts. I know I am amazed every year when I taste the first cucumber or the first ripe tomato or pepper each year. It seems every time someone visits my greenhouse or tries
Pete has lived, worked & gardened in the Dunster area for 35 years. He tries to deal with the “down to earth nuts and bolts of organic gardening” in his columns.
some of the heritage varieties for the first time, they rave about the taste and even the aroma of the produce and fruit. I also notice children seem to wolf down cherry tomatoes one after the other - even faster than they do candies! Could it be our body’s way of saying, “Yes! Now you are eating something healthy”? When I really think about it, I enjoy the process of keeping track and saving all the different varieties. It is almost like delving into genealogy or being the keeper of the family history. I like to read about the background of the different varieties, the connections to so many countries around the world, and knowing that I am a part of a ten thousand year tradition of saving seeds to pass on to the next generation. If you need more information on saving seeds or would like to try some heritage varieties, don’t hesitate to call me at 968-4334.
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UPCOMING EVENTS Valemount
Sept. 18th Terry Fox Run 9 AM - 4 PM. There will be 1km, 5km and 10km routes, along the Cranberry Marsh and through town. Registration will be at 9am at the Best Western Hotel Inn & Suites, and pledge sheets are available at the Valemount Learning Centre.
Sun. Sept. 25th @ 7:00 pm.The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour will show you the amazing big-screen stories when it comes to the Valemount Community Theatre. Journey to exotic locations, paddle, bike, hike and explore and be taken to some of the most captivating places on earth. Adults $25 Senior/Student $20 Tickets @ Infinity Office.
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Sept 24-25 De-spooking horse clinic with Debbie Hughes at the Saddle and Wagon Grounds on Loseth road, cost $250 a person, $150 dollar deposit is required to hold you spot. Auditing will be $25 a day. Please contact Ellen Van der Wilk @ 250-566-1779 call or text or email lynnyvdw@hotmail.com.
Sun. Sept 18 Free Organic Certification Workshop, Dunster Schoolhouse. This workshop is presented in collaboration with the Certified Organic Association of BC and Beyond the Market. Register: http://bit.ly/2bGA0J9
Physio Education-Become Your Own Trainer 3 Sessions-Thursday Sept 29, Monday Oct 3 and Thursday Oct 6. Cost: FREE
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CANADIAN FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE (PAL) SATURDAY SEPT 24 & SUNDAY 25 $195 + GST
Sat. Sept. 17th Robson Valley Back Country Horsemen Of BC 6th Annual Poker Ride at Crown Lease on Hinkleman Road, McBride. Registration 10 a.m. Riders head out 11 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
CANADIAN RESTRICTED FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE SUNDAY SEPT 25 $99 + GST
Sat. Oct 1st Variety Market at the Elks Hall 10am-7pm. Vegetables, home baking, home preserves, crafts. For table rental contact Muriel Menzies at 250-569-0037.
Community Gaming Grant Workshop Wed Oct 12 and Thurs Oct 13. Cost: FREE
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Monthly Walking Group the 3rd Sunday of every month at 3:00pm. Our first meeting place will be at the Village Park in McBride. The next dates to meet and walk are July 17th, August 21st, and Sept 18th
Every Monday from 11am-1pm resume and Cover Letter Workshop, free, at the Valemount Learning Centre. Helping you create your best resume yet! Call 250-566-4601 for more info.
Choir practice in McBride, 2pm; Mountain Chapel on Main St. All ages welcome. Questions? contact Barb (569-8882, ringnut@telus.net). Want to learn how to knit? Already know how and want to get together to socialize? Willing to share your knowledge? The Valemount Public Library is offering space and supplies (if needed) Sunday afternoons from 2-4pm. Yoga in McBride with Martina Wall. 10:30-11:30am, 411 Main Street. Anglican United Church Valemount 7th Ave and Cedar Street - Sunday 10am. Anglican United Church McBride, 441 Dominion Street - Sunday @10:00am. Christian Science Services Dunster Sunday Worship @ 10:00am. Phone: 250-968-4349 Valemount Community Church Evangelical Free Church of Canada Sunday 5pm ph. 250-566-0070 970 Main St (Valemount Legion)
Chinook Salmon interpretive talk at Swift Creek Viewing Platform 7pm Every Monday 7:00-9:00pm Knitting @ Sandy Bernie’s House 835 Bridge Road, McBride. Yoga in McBride with Jeanette Chiupka. Monday 5-6pm, 411 Main Street.
Tuesday RVSS Adult Literacy group Games Day. Join us for games, refreshments and some laughs. 1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. 18+ Hatha Yoga at the Valemount Community Hall. 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Dropin $10. For more info call Brigitta = 566-9196 Ready, Set, Learn- pre-literacy program for 3-5 year olds and their caregivers. Until June 2, 10:30-11:30 am, McBride Elementary. Call the school at 250-569-2721 to register or for info. Yoga in McBride with Martina Wall, 5:30 - 6: 30pm, 411 Main Street.
Good Shepherd Catholic Church 3rd Ave and Elm Street Valemount. Sunday Mass @ 6pm Phone: 250566-4662
Gentle Seniors’ Exercise, 10-11am, upstairs, Golden Years Lodge, Valemount. Call Diane on 250 566 4297 for more info.
New Life Sanctuary 1247-1st Avenue Valemount Worship @ 11:00am
Music Jam. Tuesdays 7:00pm @ the McBride Library Annex. Want to learn new music? Tired of playing alone? Come out for bluegrass, folk, country, rock. Phone: Dave Marchant at 250569-2569.
Valley Christian Fellowship 1080 Main Street Valemount Worship @ 11:00am. Ph: 250 566 9990. Mountain Chapel 299 Main street McBride Phone: 250-569-3350
Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) group meet @ the McBride Health Unit. 1126 5th Avenue 6:30pm.
St Patrick’s Catholic Church 197 Dominion street, McBride Phone: 250-569-2606
Council Meetings- Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7:00pm in Valemount, and McBride.
Evangelical Free Church, McBride Worship @ 10:30 am. Ph: 569-2378
The Valemount Childrens’ Activity Society holds board meetings on the 1st
Tuesday of every month at the centre. Tete Jaune Community Club monthly meetings at 7 pm on the first Tuesday of the month at the T-Jaune Community Hall Adventist Community Services meets 1:00-3:00pm and 7:00-8:00pm @ the Seventh Day Adventist Church 1075 Lamming Pit Rd, McBride.
Yoga in McBride with Jeanette Chiupka. Wed. 5-6pm, 411 Main Street.
Cribbage and other games: Everyone Welcome; @ the Valemount Golden Years Lodge lower level 1:00-4:00pm.
Prayer meeting 7pm at the SeventhDay Adventist Church, 1075 Lamming Pit Road, McBride. Ph: 250-569-3370.
Badminton at Valemount high school 7-9pm. Bring running shoes, racket and birds provided. Ph: 566-4656.
Mini Game Zone at McBride Library 3pm. Minecraft, WiiU & board games. Ages 6-12.
Unity in Community, Thurs at 7:30pm, McBride Health Centre. 250-569-2586
Anglican United Church Women’s Group Thrift Shop open 1:00-3:00pm Every Tuesday & Friday @ church hall, 459 Dominion St, McBride.
McBride and District Chamber of Commerce meets at 6:30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, @ the Evangelical Free Church Hall.
Toastmasters 7:00-9:00pm (1st and 3rd Tuesday) at Don’s Social House on Karas Dr. Next meeting September 20th. Call 250-566-4179
Bingo at McBride Legion Hall, every 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of the month. 6:30 Early Bird starts.
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Pickleball at the McBride High school, starting September 14 from 7-9pm. We will play every Wednesday that the school is open. Age range is High School students to adults. All equipment is provided. Bring runners and come try it out. For information call Sharron at 250-569-2583. RVSS Family Place Playgroup. For parents, caregivers and children from birth to 6 years old. Activities to help your child develop skills and a chance to connect with others. 10-11 RVSS Valley Girls. For ages 12 and up. 3:00 - 4:30 in the afternoon. Share time with other girls, enjoy activities, be heard and make a difference. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. Valley Piecemakers meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month 7pm at the Quilt Shop 210 Main Street Call Barb for more info 778-258-0068 Free, one-on-one computer tutoring 4:00 pm Valemount Public Library Phone: 250-566-4367 to book a session. Wednesdays at 11am Storytime for under 6 year olds Valemount Public Library Valemount Seniors’ Music Night, 7:00pm Wednesday at the Valemount Golden Years Lodge.
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The Valemount Scribblers creative writing group for all levels of writers. Most Thursdays 6:45pm-8pm. Like to write? Join us! 566-9121 Valemount Farmers’ Market at the Visitor Info Centre 4-7. Held weekly each Thursday throughout the summer. Saddle & Wagon Club meetings every 3rd Thurs. at 5pm. Contact 566-1779. Yoga in McBride with Donalda Beeson, Thursday 5:15-6:15pm and 6:307:30pm, 411 Main Street. Monthly Meeting of the Dunster Fine Arts School Society will be held on the last Thursday of each month, 7:00pm @ the school. All welcome! Fibre Arts Group, 10am in the McBride Library annex.(previously met at Odds & Ends) Bring your knitting, crochet or needlework project and come hang out! The OAPO Stitch and Knit will be meeting @ the Beaverview Lodge, McBride from 2:00-4:00pm. Seniors Bingo @ the Beaverview Lodge, McBride 6:30pm. Valemount Ladies walking group meet at 1pm @ the Anglican/United Church parking lot.
Drop-in basketball for yrs 12 and up at McBride High School, Thurs 7-8pm. Free. Christine 250-569-0090
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McBride Community Market in Steve Kolida Park 11:00 pm – 2:00 pm. Held weekly each Friday throughout the summer. RVSS Adult Literacy Craft Club. A new quick, easy and fun craft each week. Come on in 1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon. 942 3rd Ave., McBride. 18+ McBride Parent-Child Group. Meeting Fridays 10:00am @ 521 Main St. Open to all caregivers and their kids. Drop by for play time and to meet with other families! Please bring water bottle for your child. Info: 569-2411 Game Zone. Fridays at 7pm, McBride Library. Board games, WiiU & more! Ages 13+ Legion Branch #266, Valemount. 5:309:00 pm - Dinner and live music. Free One-on-One Computer Tutoring Fridays 11:00am and 1:00pm @ the Valemount Public Library. Phone: 250566-4367 AA meetings every Friday 8:00pm @ the Valemount Catholic Church. Free. All welcome. Phone: 250-566-1139
Saturday Dunster Community Market 11-1pm at the Community Hall. 8:00am Prayer community 9:30am Bible study/Sabbath school 11:00am Worship service @ Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 1075 Lamming Pit Road, McBride. Phone: 250-569-3370.
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Notice of Sale under the Warehouse Lien Act to Cameron Rose, one 1995 DODGE 3500 4x4 pickup s/n 1B7MF36C9TS596480 shall be sold on September 23th, 2016 at 10:00 am at Thunder Valley Towing. 1455 5th Avenue Valemount BC for unpaid storage and other costs of $4236.75. Submit bids to Box 525 McBride V0E 2Z0 prior to September 23, 2016.
174 acres 60 km west of McBride near Loos. 3⁄4 mile riverfront, good soil, big trees,10000 cubic meters spruce timber, log cabin, workshop. Currently river access. Have licence to build road. Asking $475,000. Details: www.bcriverfront property.com 250-505-0279
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Photo: Supplied A photo of all 30 people who started the Mount Terry Fox Trek together. 16 made the mountain’s summit.
Terry Fox Cont’dThere from A01 the summit, but Fred has will be a Terry Fox been unable to reach it on any of his treks, including this one, due to snow. “We have a goal,” says Fred. “We want to get to monument, whether it’s next year or a couple years from now.” Plans for next year’s hike are not set yet, as Fred says the Foundation is considering moving the trek to the August long weekend in order to avoid the snow.
Run held this weekend at Cranberry Marsh, starting on Sunday at 9 AM. Anyone can participate. Runners start at the Best Western hotel, and there will be a one, five and 10 KM run. Terry’s memory lives on in these annual events, according to Fred. “Hopefully people come out, and support.”
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Preliminary student enrolment numbers this year show most of the student populations in Robson Valley schools are holding steady. School District 57’s Superintendent of Schools, Marilyn Marquis-Forster, says the district doesn’t expect final numbers to come in until after Sept. 30. By the numbers, Valemount Elementary currently has 133 students, while Valemount Secondary has 84, according to Marquis-Forster. Last year at this time, it was reported that Valemount Elementary had 139 students, while Valemount Secondary had 72 students. Currently registered for the 2016-17 school year, McBride Centennial has 87 students, and there are
70 students at McBride Secondary. “The numbers aren’t that different from our projections,” says MarquisForster. The Rocky Mountain Goat did not report McBride’s enrolment numbers from last school year. Student populations aren’t the only aspect to classrooms that will wait until after Sept. 30 to become official. “After school organization meetings happen we’ll now how many split classes we’re looking at,” says Marquis-Forster. “They happen at the end of this week.” Multi-grade classrooms are often a reality in smaller schools, according to Marquis-Forster, and it’s often an optimal learning environment for students.
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- 5 Bdrms 2 Bathrooms - newer windows and roof - neat and clean - carport and deck.
155 Lamming Pit Road, McBride
246 Main Street, McBride
6930 Read Road, Dunster
- over 4 acres with some pasture - private with beautiful mature trees. - large family home with walk out basement - adjoins Dore River recreation area
- excellent location - great storefront, main floor - 3 suites up, currently rented - loads of potential
- over 6 acres in Dunster - large house, very nice shop/garage - very private adjoins crown land - creek - gravity feed water
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11250 Walker Creek Forest Rd, Dome Creek
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1151 McBride Crescent, McBride
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FA-480V JUST SOUTH OF VALEMOUNT! Approximately 5.68 acres. Property is mostly treed but has a home site on it. Power and phone are available. Gorgeous mountain views.
FA-532 Lot #3. 1 of 4 newly developed small acreages located within Village limits. Now available with water to the property, and hydro, phone nearby. Beautiful mountain views. Plan your property to your unique style and make it truly yours! 2.47 acres, zoned RR1.
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$470,000 VC-149 INCOME PRODUCER
1171 Juniper St -6 Unit Apartment building with –1 Bachelor, 1-1 Bedroom and 4 - 2 Bedroom units. 1177 Juniper St – 0.17 acre lot, zoned R5 1199 Juniper St - 3 Bedroom House 146 Ash St - 12 Unit Apartment building with—7– 1 bedroom, 5– 2 bedrooms (Roof replaced in 2012) 204 Ash St - Development lot– Vacant with services. OWNER WILLING TO SELL PROPERTIES SEPARATELY.
FA-528 Approximately 217 acres of versatile property. River frontage on Fraser River. Approximately 150+ acres cleared. Southern exposure. Abundant wildlife. Approximately 31 km from McBride on Mountainview Road. Zoned Ru5.
FA-514 DC FRASER RIVER FRONTAGE. This remote property is in the vicinity of Dome Creek. Abundant wildlife and panoramic mountain views grace this property that was last farmed over 50 years ago.
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$315,000 MR-20 164 ACRES OF OPPORTUNITY! Two year round creeks, southern exposed gardens, orchard, and first water rights in place. Property backs onto government land. Includes well-kept 3 bedroom home with full basement. Fireplace in living room, oil forced air furnace in the basement. 4 pc bathroom on main floor. Close to town and easy access.
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REC-COM- 16 NEW LISTING!! Nimpo Lake, BC. Year round resort, 6 unit motel, 3 log cabins. RV campground. Cabins provide all the modern conveniences in a rustic setting. Cabins with decks with seating areas and propane BBQ’s. The motel is equipped with a bar fridge, full bath, microwave, coffee maker, satellite TV& phone. RV sites equipped with 30 amp service, water & sani-dump. Zoned C 2.
YR-R387 3.95 acres just minutes from the Village of Valemount. Land only, buildings of no value, trees, and views of the surrounding mountains.
VC-149H Corner lot. Approximately 1,540 sf. 3 bedrooms, 11/2 baths. Pellet stove and propane heat. Includes fridge, stove, washer and dryer. Laminate flooring throughout most of the house. Detached garage approximately 28’ X 22’. Back yard is fenced. Corner lot approximately 0.17 acres.
$69,000
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MRC-DA833 3490 Garrett Rd, McBride, BC
Cozy log cabin on 110 acres. Upstairs loft undeveloped. River frontage. Good access, well treed, exceptional views, numerous outbuildings. Estimated 30 acres hay field. About a 15 minute drive from McBride. Lots of wildlife to view, good fishing! $285,000
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3,700 sq ft of commercial space on 40’ x 125’ fully serviced lot. Centrally located, consists of 2 buildings; one 39’x58’, 3 bay concrete building, with large overhead doors accessed from Queen Street. Second building 30’x48’ wood construction, 3 bays. $115,000
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164 acres, 3 bdrm home with basement. 2 creeks, gardens, 2 bedroom home on 1.4 acres. Single detached garage an orchard. Tree plantation, trails, abundant wildlife. and large shed. On a nice 1.4 acre lot with creek frontage. Beautiful mountain views. First water rights in place. Backs Partial basement. $160,000 onto gov’t land. $470,000
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