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Urgency rises to build sturgeon hatchery

Sisterly supremacy

Cameron Ginn

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More than 40 athletes ranging in age, from six to 17 years old, participated in a wrestling tournament on Saturday, Dec. 15, at Nechako Valley Secondary School. Before an enthusiastic crowd, sisters Lindsay and Alyssa Domerty, of Westside Academy, face off.

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Murder trial set to begin Sept. 9 Ruth Lloyd Caledonia Courier The trial of Cody Legebokoff has been scheduled to begin in Prince George on Sept. 9, 2013.

The trial date had been pushed back and the investigation into the four counts of first degree murder Legebokoff is charged with had continued, including the search for the body of Natasha Montgomery, his alleged fourth victim.

Legebokoff, only 20 years old at the time of his arrest, was pulled over by an alert RCMP officer from Fort St. James on Nov. 27, 2010, when he was noticed pulling out of an unused logging road late at night.

The logging road, between Fort St. James and Vanderhoof and off of Highway 27, was searched by a conservation officer, who then discovered the body of Loren Donn Leslie, a 15-year-old from Fraser Lake and Vanderhoof.

As the RCMP investigated Lege-

bokoff further, they discovered evidence they believe links Legebokoff to three other previously unsolved cases, the murders of Jill Stuchenko and Cynthia Maas, as well as the disappearance of Montgomery.

The Maas family and RCMP have since issued pleas for help from the public in finding the body of Maas, but it has still not been located.

Legebokoff, from Fort St. James, had been living in Prince George with friends, all young women.

At their prime, the Nechako white sturgeon numbered in the thousands.

But what remains of their population today, about 350, has pushed Vanderhoof council to the limits of their patience.

Last Monday, following many months of lackluster progress toward building a sturgeon hatchery in Vanderhoof, council scheduled a meeting in January 2013 with a number of high-ranking government, corporate and environmental representatives to revive the project.

"We're so close," said Councillor Brian Frenkel, chair of the Nechako River Sturgeon Action Planning Group.

"The money is there and I think all we need to do is get everybody into one room and hammer out the final details."

As it stands, the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C. (FSSBC) has committed more than $3 million to build the sturgeon recovery facility.

The District of Vanderhoof has banked about $300,000, in addition to donating land, servicing, site preparation and possible tax relief.

Matched with dollars from the Nechako Environmental Enhancement Fund (NEEF), there is enough money leftover to operate the facility for about seven years at a cost of $500,000 annually, according to Cory Williamson, a fish biologist for the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, and chair of the Nechako and Upper Fraser White Sturgeon Recovery Team.

"I think everybody wants to see this go, and the longer we wait, the more difficult it is for the sturgeon," he said.

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A juvenile Nechako White sturgeon.

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NEWS Short on support, planning group cuts operating costs Continued from front However, the future of the facility hinges on securing at least ten years of operating funds, as stipulated in a resolution created by the FFSBC and the district.

For the FFSBC, the resolution serves as a precautionary, fail-safe measure to protect the society, the hatchery and its would-be employees and investors.

“We don’t want to build a facility and then find out next year, or three years from now, that there’s no more money to operate it and we’ve got it boarded up,” said President Don Peterson.

More than half a century has passed since the provincial government authorized the Aluminum Company of Canada (Alcan), now Rio Tinto Alcan (RTA), to build the Kenney Dam on the Nechako River, rerouting its natural flow to generate electricity for smelting operations.

Called the Kemano Project, the historical engineering feat opened northwestern B.C. to industrial and economic development, but inflicted detrimental long-term consequences downstream; starving regions of water flow, impacting fisheries, driving away the Cheslatta Carrier First Nation and forcing the Nechako white sturgeon to the brink of extinction.

Relations between Alcan and the province were dashed in 1979, when the B.C. government rejected the company's proposal to expand the generating capacity of its Kemano power plant. Alcan, in turn, launched a $500-million lawsuit against the provincial government.

With legal proceedings absorbing huge amounts of money that could have been benefitting damaged watersheds, the province settled with Alcan in 1997 and established the NEEF management committee to review, assess and report on options for the remediation of the Nechako watershed area.

RTA committed $50 million to the NEEF. An in-kind contribution from the B.C. government was later dropped due to the province's declining fiscal environment.

The province may "contribute on an in-kind basis as it continues its work on fisheries in particular," said Vivian Thomas, communications manager for the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, in an email on Oct. 12, 2012.

The $3.5 million amassed by the FFSBC came from RTA, outside their obligations to the NEEF, and the province. Although enough to build the hatchery, the amount falls short of what's required under the resolution.

"We are working on behalf of funding partners and we're not going to take a risk on wasting that money," said Peterson.

"There has to be some reasonable expectation that this facility is going to be operated for a reasonable number of years."

Unfortunately, time is running out.

The Nechako White Sturgeon is listed as endangered under the Species at Risk Act, the purposes of which "are to prevent wildlife species from being extirpated or becoming extinct, to provide for the recovery of wildlife species that are extirpated, endan-

Village of Fraser Lake

COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF FRASER LAKE SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS 2013 Following is the schedule of public meeting for the Council of the Village of Fraser Lake for 2013.

January 9 and 23 February 13 and 27 March 13 and 27 April 10 and 24 May 8 and 22 June 12 and 26

July 10 and 24 August 14 and 28 September 11 and 25 October 9 and 23 November 13 and 27 December 11 and 23 (moved due to Stat. holiday)

Please contact Clinton Mauthe, at the Village of Fraser Lake 250-699-6257 with any questions regarding attendance or presentations at these Council meetings.

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a long time for us to raise the other gered or threatened as a result of human activity and timated $300,000 annually.

"The money is there to build it," three or four years worth of fundto manage species of special concern to prevent them from becoming endangered or threatened," according said Frenkel. "It's not 10 years of ing. I'm not worried about it. We'll do operations, but six or seven years is that." to the Department of Justice.

Yet despite the increasing threat of extinction, Peterson says the federal government has offered "next to nothing," even after repeated requests for assistance. "That has been a complete and utter waste of time," he said.

In all likelihood, the remainder of the operating Nechako Valley Search and Rescue and The Omineca funds will come from the B.C. government, but the Express are asking for your help! timing couldn't be worse considering the province's stark financial situation in a pre-election period, exDue to the recent break-in and theft of communication and plained Peterson. "We're really caught in a bind, and navigation equipment from the Nechako Valley SAR truck, when I say we, it's not us, it's the Nechako White sturwe are requesting donations to help replace this essential geon." equipment for our SAR responses.

Peterson expressed frustration, too, that RTA hasn't contributed more money, apart from their $50-million Please see the front page story in the Omineca Express in-kind contribution to the NEEF, to save the sturgeon.

December 12, 2012 for more information.

"It's inconceivable to us that a corporation the size of RTA, that has derived millions and millions and Nechako Valley SAR has been approved for a gaming millions of dollars in revenue out of the Nechako River every year for 60 years, can sit by and watch grant which will allow us to replace the stolen radios, but Nechako sturgeon go extinct because of their dam," he we are looking for financial support to replace the GPS said. "If things aren't solved, I think everyone knows units and compasses. where the finger will be pointed."

In other parts of the province, industry is succeedPlease drop off any donation at the Omineca Express ing with efforts to restore White sturgeon populations. office or at Fountain Tire.

On the Columbia River, B.C. Hydro pays for the entire cost of sturgeon recovery, once valued at $900,000 Nechako Valley SAR is not only a huge asset to our own per year. On the Kootenai River, the Bonneville Power community but also responds provincially where and Administration, an American corporation, is also paywhen SAR resources are needed. The radios, GPS units ing the full costs of recovery, said Peterson. and compasses are essential during any SAR call out, and Although some progress has been made over the replacing these losses are our current highest priority. past 18 months, a sense of urgency is rising in the Nechako River Sturgeon Action Planning Group.

The members of Nechako Valley SAR thank the provincial To bring the project to fruition, the group has government of BC for the gaming grant, and all the downsized the facility and is looking at terminating monitoring, stock assessment and other activities, a community members who have expressed support for us. measure that would reduce operating costs by an es-

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The Council of the District of Vanderhoof is presently preparing the 2013 Municipal Budget and is interested in receiving public input into the process.

Individuals or groups wishing to provide input into the development of the Budget should do so in writing by January 11, 2013 to the undersigned.

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Taxpayer/Utility customers with outstanding 2012 current tax/utility accounts have until 4:30 pm on January 2, 2013 to pay their accounts, after 4:30 pm the current tax/utility accounts will become arrears and be subject to arrears interest charges. You are also reminded that we accept cheques postdated to January 2, 2013, which will be applied to your accounts prior to the arrears interest taking effect.

DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF February 16th, 2013 By-Election

NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the District of Vanderhoof that nomination for the office of: Councillor – One (1) to be elected for the remainder of a 3-year term which began December 5, 2011.

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Submitted Forest practices in the Valemount community forest complied with provincial forestry legislation, according to a Forest Practices Board audit report released today.

"We are pleased to see that the community forest is following the requirements of the Forest and Range Practices Act and the Wildfire Act," said Chair Al Gorley.

The community forest is managed by the Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd. and it surrounds the Village of Valemount, in the Robson Valley, about 300 kilometres southeast of Prince George.

Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd. harvested approximately 250,000 cubic metres of timber during the two-year audit period. Harvesting was focused on salvaging lodgepole pine trees affected by the mountain pine beetle.

The Forest Practices Board is B.C.’s independent watchdog for sound forest and range practices, reporting its findings and recommendations directly to the public and government.

Vanderhoof RCMP help to diffuse armed standoff Cameron Ginn Omineca Express A coordinated response by Vanderhoof and Prince George RCMP resulted in the safe apprehension of an armed, suicidal male earlier this month.

On Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, a distraught male wrote a suicide note that was later discovered in his Vanderhoof-area residence by a family member, who notified RCMP. An ensuing investigation led several Vanderhoof RCMP members to the Norman Lake Gravel Pit, located within the Prince George RCMP policing jurisdiction, where the male was found in possession of a 12-gauge shotgun.

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tremely high risk situation for RCMP, and the male as well," said Sergeant Jason Keays, commander of the Vanderhoof RCMP detachment, on Thursday, Dec. 13.

Given the volatility of the situation, officers called in a Police Dog Services unit from Prince George in case the male attempted to flee.

An Emergency Response Team, a highly trained unit of weapons and tactical experts, and a Critical Incident Team, which specializes in negotiating with emotionally disturbed individuals in crisis situations, were also deployed to the scene, explained Corporal Craig Douglass, spokesperson for the Prince George Munici-

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pal RCMP. After a long standoff, the male handed over his weapon and was apprehended by RCMP members under the Mental Health Act. "There was no threat to the public at that time, it was precautionary and it ended successfully," said Douglass.

The male, whose identity remains undisclosed for privacy

reasons, was transported to the University Hospital of Northern B.C. in Prince George for treatment.

A Vanderhoof RCMP corporal who was involved in the joint response said the situation took nearly 24 hours to resolve.

"Around this time of year, there seems to be a lot more depression, suicide attempts," said Keays.

"The Vanderhoof RCMP appreciates that the male surrendered peacefully and there was no need for the situation to end badly."

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A very big THANK YOU to all the businesses and people who donated to Rods benefit, to all the people who came and made it possible for Rod to travel home to Australia, and to all the people who took time out of their busy schedules to put this function on.

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NEWS RCMP warns community of spike in property theft

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Submitted The Vanderhoof RCMP has seen an increase in property theft from insecure vehicles and businesses. The Vanderhoof RCMP would like to remind the public to ensure their vehicle doors are locked and that employees of businesses double check to make sure all entry points are properly secured when closing.

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If you see anything suspicious, the Vanderhoof RCMP are encouraging members of the community to contact the detachment at 250.567.2222.

Money raised for hospital equipment Janet and Larry wish everyone a great holiday season.

They will be closed 3 days for Christmas and 2 days in the New Year so that the Department Store little elves can rest and have fun with their families.

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Over the past year, $420 was collected through a "Jean's Day" program organized by staff at the Omineca Medical Clinic. The money was given to the St. John Hospital Auxiliary Society to purchase a panoptic ophthalmoscope for the emergency room at the hospital. From left, Gurwinder Lilly, Jesse Horita, Marg Thiessen, Rebecca Robinson, Karley Davison and Dr. Peter Devos.

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GRANT FUNDING The Integris Credit Union Community Foundation has invested over $540,000 in the communities of Vanderhoof, Fort St. James and Fraser Lake since its inception in 2002. These funds are used to meet a wide range of charitable needs and interests.

Funding requests from local organizations and agencies to undertake beneficial community projects are now being accepted.

To Apply: 1. Applications must be completed on prescribed forms 2. Applications must be submitted by 4pm on Dec. 14, 2012

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Wednesday, December 19, 2012 Omineca Express

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Premier ponders black ink, oil Tom Fletcher Black Press Premier Christy Clark has completed the traditional round of yearend interviews with legislative press gallery reporters. Here are excerpts from my discussion with her, dealing with the Enbridge oil pipeline proposal and the balanced budget her government has promised to present in February.

TF: On the Enbridge project, are you getting the answers you want on safety?

PCC: No, we’re not. We’ve set out our position. The five conditions need to be met, period.

PCC: We need the oilpatch producers, the Alberta government and the federal government to come to the table. We’ve been cross-examining Enbridge. We have not been getting any of the answers that we hoped to get. We haven’t gained a lot of comfort from that process.

And none of the other conditions are even close to being met. We are doing our own study of marine traffic. We want to understand the total number of ships that are out there plying our coast right now.

Because all of them have fuel in them, and some are cargo ships that are big enough to have enough [bunker] fuel as a mini-tanker would.

Part of this is trying to understand where our level of Coast Guard protection needs to be today, in order to protect us should there be a spill from the existing traffic.

TF: Balancing the budget: the finance ministry’s current projections call for an upturn in natural gas royalties in the coming year.

With the current glut of gas, isn’t that kind of far-fetched?

PCC: It is going to be difficult to present a balanced budget, but I think, because we’re going to build in some [forecast] allowance, as we always do, and because we’re going to be completely transparent about the assumptions that have led us there, and because we aren’t going to fiddle with any of the assumptions that we receive from the experts in the Ministry of Finance, it’s going to be quite clear that we have done it. We have come by a balanced budget honestly. So when it comes to natural gas, you know that the assumption we use in the budget is based on a fairly complex formula that the Ministry of Finance has relied on for probably a decade now. We don’t fiddle with that. There are those who would say we should artificially lower the [revenue projection] number that we use. But if you artificially lower it, what’s to stand in the way of artificially raising it? You either accept the advice of your experts or you don’t. And they’re the experts, not the politicians.

TF: Right now we have a deficit gap of more than a billion dollars.

Can that be closed without significant spending cuts, or tax increases, or both?

PCC: You will see when we get to the budget. And it will be absolutely transparent how we got there. [Laughs] Nice try.

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Letter to the Editor

Thanks to the community Dear Editor: They did it again!

I need to write this letter through the Omineca Express to congratulate and thank once again the wonderful people of Vanderhoof and area.

My name is Rod MacLeod and I have terminal cancer. Hoping that we could beat this disease I paid off a trip home to Australia that was planned. Neighbours and friends decided that I needed to go and hold a benefit on Nov. 30, 2012, where a large sum was raised for our trip.

I just have to say that time after time it amazes me at the generosity of our community, businesses and friends who constantly step up to the plate and donate to different causes. Our town and businesses should be very proud of themselves.

In closing, with Christmas upon us, it is a time for family and friends to get together to celebrate. I am truly thankful for my family and friends and our thoughts and prayers go out to Maddy Scott’s family and Fred and Eileen Bjornson and others who have lost loved ones.

Rod MacLeod and Family

$46-billion F-35 bungle Dear Editor: The fiscal incompetence and complete mismanagement of Canada’s largest military procurement since World War Two has now been fully exposed.

MP Bob Zimmer and the Conservative Party need to be held accountable for their total mishandling of the F-35.

Two years ago they told Canadians that the government would replace our aging fleet of CF-18s with a sole-sourced contract for F-35s for only $9 billion— now thanks to an audit from KPMG we know the true cost of the F-35s will exceed $46 billion.

The government said the F-35 was the only plane that could meet our needs—now they admit that other planes could. They always maintained that considering other options was irresponsible and they sole-sourced

the contract—now they are looking at other planes.

They said there was a contract—now they don’t.

This is how an incompetent government turns a $13 billion Liberal surplus in 2006 into a $142 billion accumulated Conservative deficit by 2012.

The government lied, stonewalled, broke all the rules of procurement, evaded every safeguard, and attacked the credibility and patriotism of all those who dared challenge it. It asked voters to re-elect it using fraudulent numbers.

Mr. Zimmer needs to stop the cheerleading and start asking serious questions about how the government is spending your hard-earned tax dollars. He can’t serve his constituents with blinders on.

John McKay, MP Defence Critic for the Liberal Party of Canada

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After theft, gaming grant is approved for Nechako search and rescue team Cameron Ginn Omineca Express The capacity of the Nechako Valley Search and Rescue (SAR) team will soon be restored.

Last weekend, following the theft of more than $10,000 worth of communications and navigations gear, the SAR team received written approval for a Community Gaming Grant from the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General.

The team submitted the grant application in August 2011.

Last month, a cache of radios, global positioning systems (GPS) and compasses was stolen from a Nechako Valley SAR vehicle awaiting repairs at a Vanderhoof mechanical shop.

Some of the grant money will be used to purchase new waterproof radios that can be used for both the team's SAR water and

ground operations.

From an optimistic standpoint, the stolen radios were of a discontinued model and were due for replacement with a higher-quality, more sophisticated version, said Nechako Valley SAR leader Chris Mushumanski.

"Top-end equipment is necessary," he said.

"You can't have somebody hanging on a rope, or in the middle of a river, and their radio quits on them because it was a cheap model and now lives are at risk.

That's unacceptable."

In light of the theft, special permission from the ministry is required by the team to reallocate some of the funds to purchase new GPS, valued between $3,000 and $5,000.

The GPS are considered critical hardware and essential to SAR operations, particularly on land, said Mushumanski.

In one of the ground searches for Madison Scott, for example, Nechako Valley SAR utilized all 15 of their GPS units to map and record field data.

"When you have a larger search like that, it's very easy to go through equipment in a real short amount of time," said Mushumanski.

By April 2013, the team hopes to have the new GPS units in place, along with the proper operational training.

Like other teams across the province, Nechako Valley SAR doesn't have a regular source of funding. The team provides services on a volunteer-basis, relying on fundraising, provincial grants and financial assistance from the District of Vanderhoof and the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako to cover ongoing expenses and operating

costs.

In response to the gear theft, members of the community have come forward with donations to help replace the stolen gear.

Donations by cash or cheque, written to the Nechako Valley Search and Rescue, are being accepted at the Omineca Express at 150 W. Columbia Street, and Fountain Tire at 599 Highway 16 W. in Vanderhoof.

Chris Mushumanski can also be contacted for more information at 250.567.0972.

Mushumanski also wants the community to know that the Nechako Valley SAR team is always looking for new members.

"We're always happy to have people join us, learn about SAR and see what they can do to help serve their community," he said.

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Thank You

The Nechako Community Arts Council Would like to thank everyone Who made our First Annual Artisan Show and Sale:

“Inspirations from the Forest” Such a huge success.

Our Sponsors: New Gold Inc. Blackwater Project Stuart/Nechako Woodlot Association ----Burrard Street Market Community Our Talented Contributing Artists And You – the Community – for your enthusiastic support of the arts in the Nechako Valley!

We’re keeping our heARTS Alive!

Vanderhoof Co-op 2012 December Xmas Hours

Dec 17 - 20, Monday - Thursday Food .................................9am-8:30pm Hardware/Office ...........9am-5:30pm Lumber/Agro.................8am-5:30pm C-Store ..................................6am-9pm Dec 21, Friday Food ......................................9am-9pm Hardware/Office ...........9am-8:30pm Lumber/Agro.................8am-5:30pm C-Store ..................................6am-9pm Dec 22, Saturday Food ......................................9am-6pm Hardware/Office ...........9am-5:30pm Lumber/Agro.................8am-5:30pm C-Store ..................................6am-9pm Dec 23, Sunday Food ......................................9am-6pm Hardware/Office ..............11am-4pm Lumber/Agro.......................... Closed C-Store ..................................7am-7pm Dec 24, Monday Food ......................................9am-5pm Hardware/Office ...........9am-4:30pm Lumber/Agro.................8am-4:30pm C-Store ..................................6am-7pm Dec 25, Tuesday - Christmas Day Mall/Food ............................... Closed C-Store/Lumber/Agro .......... Closed Dec 26, Wednesday - Boxing Day Food ......................................9am-6pm Lumber/Hardware/ Office ...........................................Closed C-Store ..................................7am-7pm Dec 27, Thursday Food .....................................9am-7pm Hardware/Office ..........9am-5:30pm Lumber/Agro................8am-5:30pm C-Store .................................6am-9pm

Dec 28, Friday Food ..................................... 9am-9pm Hardware/Office .......... 9am-8:30pm Lumber/Agro................ 8am-5:30pm C-Store ................................. 6am-9pm Dec 29, Saturday Food ..................................... 9am-6pm Hardware/Office ..........9am-5:30pm Lumber/Agro................8am-5:30pm C-Store .................................6am-9pm Dec 30, Sunday Mall/Lumber/Agro ...............Closed Food ................................9am-6:00pm C-Store .................................7am-7pm Dec 31, Monday MtMilligan_logo_black Food ..................................... 9am-5pm Hardware/Office .......... 9am-4:30pm Lumber/Agro................ 8am-4:30pm C-Store ................................. 6am-7pm Jan 1 2012, Tuesday - New Year’s Day Mall/Food/Lumber/Agro. .......Closed C-Store .................................. ..7am-7pm Petro Centre: Closed December 25 & 26, 2012 & January 1, 2013.

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The processing plant takes shape at Mount Milligan.

Season’s Greetings from Thompson Creek Metals The team at Mount Milligan would like to wish everyone a happy holiday season. The New Year promised to be an exciting time for all of us. The mine is on schedule to come into production in the fall of 2013 and we look forward to continuing to work with the local communities and surrounding area to earn a reputation as a valued partner.

In 2012 we had the pleasure of working with many businesses and people from the local area. Thanks

to all of the local companies that have supported the success we have achieved to date at Mount Milligan. We are proud that more than 70 per cent of the people hired to date for permanent positions at Mount Milligan come from the communities of Mackenzie, Prince George, McLeod Lake, Vanderhoof, and Fort St. James area.

Mount Milligan will be a conventional, truck-shovel open-pit mine designed to produce an average

of 81 million pounds of copper and 194,500 ounces of gold annually over a projected 22-year life. To learn more about Mount Milligan and the remaining career opportunities, please visit us online at www.mtmilligan.com or drop by our offices in Mackenzie or Fort St James to talk with our local staff.

Happy Holidays and Best Wishes for the New Year!

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Northern Gateway will be one of the safest energy pipelines because it’s been designed by engineers, safety experts and the people of British Columbia.

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We’ve heard their concerns and have continually incorporated their feedback into our plans. We have added $500 million in extra safety measures–like thicker pipe, more isolation valves, meticulous pipeline construction techniques, and plans for around the clock monitoring by real people, in real time, with sophisticated technology.

We will use thicker pipe...

Northern Gateway pipe will have an average thickness of 0.80 inches. That’s 20% over and above current Canadian safety standard requirements for the Northern Gateway Project. The pipe will be even thicker when it crosses major rivers and tributaries. It will be welded with exacting precision and its integrity checked using ultrasonic inspection and hydrostatic testing methods. And to ensure safe operation, the frequency of high resolution, in-line inspection surveys will be increased across the entire pipeline system by a minimum of 50% over and above current practices.

We will respect wildlife habitats and migration routes...

To address concerns from the public that the construction of the pipeline will affect the environment, we have pledged to build it in such a way that natural wildlife habitats, migration routes and fish spawning sites will be respected. During the building phase, disturbances will be kept to a minimum by having construction vehicles access most of the pipeline using existing forestry roads. Instead of building all new bridge structures, it will use existing watercourse crossings where possible. When construction is completed on each section, soil will be returned and shrubs and grasses native to the region will be planted. If any large trees are removed to make way for the pipeline, a new tree will be planted in another location as part of Enbridge’s commitment to plant a tree for every tree we remove to build our projects.

We will practice and be prepared for incidents...

Our goal is always zero spills. To help achieve that, the pipeline will be monitored from the air and the ground and routinely inspected inside and out to identify and address any integrity issues. But that doesn’t mean we will not prepare for an incident. We will adhere to world-leading practices for oil spill response and recovery systems. Emergency response equipment and training will be provided and constantly updated and upgraded. Training exercises with our own operations personnel and local emergency providers will be conducted on a regular basis. Can we guarantee that there will never be a significant pipeline failure? Our original pledge to build a safe pipeline combined with further enhancements made after hearing the concerns of British Columbians puts us closer than any other pipeline system in the world to providing that guarantee.

Discover more about our rigorous design and safety standards and join the conversation at

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It’s more than a pipeline.

It’s a path to delivering energy safely.

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Dennis Parfitt On Saturday, Dec. 15, the PeeWee Vanderhoof bears lost against the Houston Flyers 7-4.

At right, Hunter Floris, #19, of the Bears, breaks through the Flyers’ defensive line.

Below, Kyle "Cowboy" Cameron floods the ice between periods.

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GATEWAY perspectives

Building skills When we started talking to Aboriginal communities about the Northern Gateway Project, they told us, unequivocally, that they wanted meaningful, long-term involvement in the labour force. That’s why we established a $1.5-million Gateway Education and Training Fund — and it’s not dependent, in any way, upon Northern Gateway regulatory approval.

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This fund supports training initiatives based in the pipeline, construction, and energy sectors. It is not training for the sake of training; it is totally focused on employment outcomes.

And along Northern Gateway right-ofway communities, Enbridge is already connecting industry and community to help create Aboriginal career opportunities.

...to all our past, present, and future patients - we wish you all a happy, healthy 2013!

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Catherine Pennington, Northern Gateway’s Supervisor of Community Education, Training, and Skills Development, reports that we’re already co-funding training programs for surveyors and ironworkers. We’re purchasing seats in existing Aboriginal trades programs, and partnering with provincial and federal bodies to help develop skilled tradespeople in the areas

of heavy equipment operation, pipefitting, welding, and construction craft labouring. We’ve also co-ordinated the first of many “workforce connections” workshops, bringing together representatives of Northern Gateway equity First Nations and companies with labour-force needs for some meaningful employment discussion.

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It’s more than a pipeline. It’s a path to a stronger economy.

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Erratic driving report leads to many arrests and seizures Submitted

May the spirit of Christmas stay alive in your heart now and through out the coming year.

In a highly complicated investigation, Prince George RCMP located a large cache of weapons, including hand guns, long guns, as well as ammunition and body armor. Officers also located 25 pounds of marijuana, six pounds of hashish and nearly a pound of psilocybin, more commonly known as magic mushrooms.

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So far, three have been confirmed to have been stolen, while others have had their serial numbers removed.

Officers also located 25 pounds of marijuana, six pounds of hashish and nearly a pound of psilocybin, more commonly known as magic mushrooms.

The two occupants of the residence, a 30 year old male and a 22 year old female, were arrested and are facing many drug, weapons and stolen-property related charges.

As the investigation progressed, officers came to believe that the youth male attempted to break into the residence to steal marijuana, not to buy it. This Prince George resident has been arrested and is facing at least one Criminal Code charge.

The two females from Prince George that originally called police,

have been arrested for Public Mischief for allegedly providing false information to police.

A sixth person, a 43-year-old Beaverly man, is facing at least one firearms charge related to this incident.

The 30 year old and 22 year old residents have been held in custody for court on Dec. 11, 2012. The four remaining accused have been released on court documents to appear in court in 2013.

This is a highly complicated investigation that involves multiple accused and seizures. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

If you have any information about this or any other Criminal offence, please contact the Prince George RCMP at 250.561.3300 or

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HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVE THERAPY BY MAGDALENA SAITO

Two weekends ago, Prince George RCMP responded to a report of an erratic driver that turned out to be plenty more.

On the evening of Saturday Dec. 8, 2012, Prince George RCMP received a report of a vehicle that forced another vehicle off the road in the Beaverly area, west of Prince George.

Two general duty officers attended the area and spoke to the two occupants of the car that was forced off the road. Police were advised that the two females, aged 23 and under 18, dropped off a youth male at a residence so that he could buy marijuana.

Shortly after, a vehicle left that residence and began following the two females. Eventually the driver of the vehicle cut them off, forcing them to stop.

The adult male driver exited the vehicle and approached the women, but they were able to back out and drive away without further incident.

Following this, the women believed that their male friend was being held against his will, so they called police.

Officers attended the residence and gained entry. Although the youth male was not located, these efforts were taken in order to support the RCMP's mandate of public and police officer safety and were precautionary measures based on information police had at the time.

While in the residence, officers observed insecure firearms and illicit drugs in plain view.

The property was secured and a search warrant was obtained. Investigators located 14 long guns, three hand guns, a crossbow, a modified flare gun, thousands of rounds of ammunition and seven soft body armour vests. Several of the weapons were loaded and insecure.

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Christmas Time Hooray for the Holidays, time for people to get together, eat well, laugh hard, and make great memories!

Holidays time can be a little bit stressful at times for most people, so be sure to take it easy, a bubble bath, a walk, some casual time with friends out where you don’t have to worry about the cooking or cleaning, for at least a little bit. Or if you’re constantly pressed for time, try some deep breathing while you are working, slow deep breaths will help the body adapt better to stress.

The holidays are a great time to think about all the blessings we have in our lives, and to remember those less fortunate, giving to those in need makes your heart feel lighter, and should give you a sense of goodness that indulgence cannot. Get to know at least one of your neighbours and maybe invite an old friend over for a chat. Peace on earth isn’t just a holiday saying, it is humanities wish for our lives, and it starts with you. So take the time to grab hold of an opportunity to bring peace into our small town one act at a time, at a time when they are most welcome and people are most open.

You may wonder what this has to do with health? A healthy environment where people get along, have trust, can rely on one another, and communicate well bodes very well for your body, being shut in and alone works for a miniscule amount of people on this planet (those are the hermits that live on deserted islands and have a blast all by themselves.. most of us need companionship or company).

Another way to keep the holidays a bit more healthy are to keep your eye out for those ingredients in all you buy to eat that isn’t homemade (refer to previous articles for a some direction). Enjoying the good things is fine, I understand that this is not a time for moderation for most, though keep some healthy choices in the back of your mind and maybe follow a suggested serving size.. if you’re still hungry in an hour have another snack. Giving yourself to time to digest helps you to feel full without the need to overeat. Worried that your favorite food will be eaten before you can enjoy it? Grab a plate and set some aside, you’ll be happier to have it a second time later on then you would be having it all at once.

Enjoy yourselves this holiday season, laugh lots, drink responsibly, and make peace and great memories! Keep that joy with you into and throughout the New Year to help make your life happier. Remember the reasons for getting together and try to focus on the positive things.

Focus on the company of those you hold dear and not the work it took to make it all happen (unless you liked that part). Keep your focus on the positive and the positive will come to you!

Wishing you and yours a great Christmas season and a happy new year!

Magdalena Saito Holistic Health Practitioner

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'World's cleanest' LNG is still province’s goal Tom Fletcher Black Press The B.C. government isn't wavering from its goal of developing clean energy as negotiations continue for an expanding natural gas export megaproject across the north, Premier Christy Clark says.

In a year-end interview with Black Press this week, Clark responded to Coastal First Nations concerns that liquefied natural gas (LNG) processing at Kitimat and potentially Prince Rupert could proceed without external electricity supplies.

Clark said LNG exports to Asia have been her top economic priority in recent months, with the original two projects on Haisla Nation land at Douglas Channel growing to eight proposals as international interest in B.C. shale gas development has grown. Confidential negotiations are ongoing with energy companies, and decisions on power supply have not yet been made, she said.

"Our plan has always been for the cleanest LNG produced anywhere in the world, so that's been hydro, wind power and other renewables as

well," Clark said. "But we've always said there's going to have to be some natural gas power produced to shape it.

"There's another economic imperative we have, which is to grow our clean energy industry," Clark said. "We've got the third biggest clean tech industry on the globe, after Germany and California, and we want to keep growing that."

Last week the Haisla Nation dropped out of its voluntary association with the Haida, Heiltsuk, Gitga'at and other communities who make up the Coastal First Nations.

They are still united in opposition to the Enbridge Northern Gateway oil pipeline proposed to go to Kitimat, but the rest of the Coastal First Nations oppose processing LNG directly by mechanical equipment that burns gas.

Clark said full development of B.C. LNG will require construction of the Site C hydro dam on the Peace River, as well as smaller hydro developments and wind power such as that proposed off the coast of Haida Gwaii.

The Coastal First Nations occupy what is now known as the Great

An artist's rendering shows natural gas processing and shipping facilities on Haisla Nation land already cleared for the project on Douglas Channel near Kitimat.

Kitimat LNG photo Bear Rainforest, a vast area of the north and central B.C. coast with a land use plan negotiated in 1996 with the B.C. and federal govern-

ments.

A group of U.S.-based environmental foundations matched the two governments' $60 million

Vanderhoof Timbits take to the ice Dennis Parfitt The Timbits had a fun game against parents on Saturday, Dec. 15. At right, David Wiens, #1, shoots at the goalie while Rylan Friesen and Lindsay keep their eyes fixated on the puck.

Below, TimBit David Wiens prepares to make his move on the goalie.

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Nechako Notes COMING EVENtS....

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

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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 (advertising@ominecaexpress.com) or drop it off at the Omineca Express (150 W. Columbia Street).

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This week’s submission....

NEW EVENTS....

From left, Kellan, Soaryn and James Wlasitz saved their allowance $176.25 of pennies, dimes and quarters - from September to December. They decided to donate the money to the St. John Hospital Auxiliary Society, which will use the funds to purchase items needed for the hospital.

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VANDERHOOF’S FAITH

Church Directory For more information or to join Vanderhoof’s Faith Church Directory

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The Gospel Chapel 448 Connaught Street 11:00 a.m. Worship Service (Affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of Canada)

NECHAKO COMMUNITY CHURCH MENNONITE BRETHREN 1393 Highway 16 East (Across from P.J. Collision)

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Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 am Sunday School - 11:15 am

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Last Sunday of the month @ 7:00 p.m.

Our Mission Glorifying God by helping all people move closer to Jesus Christ one step at a time.

Making Jesus known

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Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship

The Church on the Corner “Giving you a Purpose to live for and People to live with” Worship Service: 10:00 am Small Groups meeting together regularly: We have a place for you to belong!

For more information call

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FORt FRASER CEMEtERY COMMISSION...will be holding a General Annual Meeting on January 21, 2013 at 7:30 pm in the Fort Fraser Hall kitchen.

New members welcome. *** VOLUNtEERS NEEDED....Would you like to become part of a team working together to improve the quality of life for stroke survivors? The Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery Group is looking for volunteers to join their team. Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery’s goal is to encourage stroke survivors to improve their lives through education, exercise, work groups, crafts, outings, etc. No special skills required; training and orientation are provided.

Patience and caring understanding a necessity.

Volunteers share responsibilities: assisting with activities, exercises, education, crafts, outings, fund raising. Time commitment: 3 hour meeting each Monday morning (excluding stat holidays), from September through mid-June.

Please contact Volunteer Vanderhoof for further information. Tel: 250-5674879.

Email: volunteervanderhoof01@ gmail.com OR www.volunteervanderhoof. wordpress.com *** VANDERHOOF 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 please contact Debra- Ann Bishop, VSC Program Coordinator 250-567-4879 The Space 250-567-0623 Cell. volunteervanderhoof01@gmail. com *** BADMINtON... Thursday nights at 8pm, NVSS Gym. All welcome. *** CALLING ALL SENIORS... come and join us for carpet bowling, pool or snooker - Monday and Thursday afternoons. We also have cards or bingo on Wendesday 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:

On Saturday, Dec. 5, the St. John Hospital Auxiliary Society drew the winners of their annual raffle at the Co-Op Mall. The 2012 raffle was a great success, thanks to the generous purchase of tickets by the residents of Vanderhoof and surrounding areas. The proceeds will go towards a bursary for a graduating student pursuing a career in the medical field. The draw was made by Sheri Kipp, assisted by Anne and Ike Thiessen.

Photo by Dennis Parfitt 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. *** VANDERHOOF PUBLIC LIBRARY...is looking for donations of lego blocks to be used for children’s programs at the library. If you have lego that your kids have outgrown, we would love to put it to good use. Please contact Jenn at 250-567-4060 or email: vhpljlb@telus.net *** StUARt NECHAkO MANOR ...is looking for Volunteers with musical talent. If you would like to volunteer for entertainment for the residents please contact Marnie at 250-567-6290 *** tHE NORtHSIDE WOMEN’S INStItUtE...meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call Brenda, 250 5679705. *** VHF HOSPICE SOCIEtY...

What are you doing every 3rd Wednesday of each month.

Do you have 2 hours to give each month? 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 Vanderhoof Hospice Society is a not-forprofit charity looking for new volunteer members who will work with the current members to oversee our local Hospice Program. Hospice is a program that offers a support system to persons that are the end stages of life. 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. More info call Debbie 567-7956 *** tHE FOOD BANk... is in serious need of food donations.

Specifically the following is needed: Canned vegetables, meat, fish, canned milk, sugar, pasta, pasta sauces, soups (we have enough mushroom soup), toilet tissue. *** BADMINtON At FLESS GYM... Every Thursday at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. come out and have some fun! *** tHE VANDERHOOF CANCER SUPPORt GROUP... meets the first Friday of every month @ noon at the The Reid. For more info call Karen @ 567-4828. *** ENDAkO HALL SOCIEtY... meets every THIRD Wednesday of the month in the hall at 7:30pm. *** tHE YELLOWHEAD DRAFt HORSE ASSOCIAtION... is an organization for those interested in light and heavy horse driving. Monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month. For more info contact: Jon 250-567-8484. *** NECHAkO QUILtERS GUILD... meets the third Tuesday of the month 9:30 am (Sept. - May) at Nechako View Seniors Common Room. Fran Sheeley 567-5254. *** tHE FRASER QUILtERS GUILD... meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am at the Fort Fraser Community Hall. Newcomers welcome. *** HOSPICE tREE OF LIFE... is to honour the living as well as to remember and honour those who have passed on.

For more info call Debbie @ 250-567-7956. *** tHE FRASER LAkE CANCER SUPPORt GROUP... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in the New Fraser Lake Restaurant.

For further information call Judy at 250-699-7763. *** NECHAkO VALLEY HIStORICAL SOCIEtY...meets every second Thursday of the month 6:30 pm at the Chamber of Commerce office. *** VANDERHOOF 899 AIR CADEt SQUADRON...Cadets will meet every Wednesday night 6:15pm at the Cadet Building on Burrard Street.

Anyone age 12 to 18 interested in the Cadet Program is welcome to attend. Any adult interested in assisting in anyway, please contact the officers at the Cadet Building Wednesday night. For more information call Glenda 250567-7574. *** 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 police station. *** 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 HOURS Tuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday 10:00 am to 5:00pm & 6:30 to 8:30pm Thursday 10:00 to 5:00pm Friday 10:00 am to 6:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm *** FRASER LAkE LIBRARY HOURS Sunday & Monday Closed Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday & Thursday 3pm - 8pm Friday 10am - 4pm Saturday 10am - 2pm *** NVSS BOttLE DEPOt HOURS Open Mon, Tues, Friday 11am-5pm Saturday 10am-5 p.m. ***

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General Manager Burns Lake Native Development Corporation is a First Nations owned and driven organization.

With a strong working relationship with its Board of Directors the organization is committed to promoting entrepreneurship and economic growth development within its six member ďŹ rst nations.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ideal candidate for this half-time position (moving to full time pending resources) will demonstrate - ďŹ nancial management skills - good written and oral skills - strong management skills and project management experience - experience working with a board of directors - hands-on HR management skills - familiarity with lending principles - experience in community economic development - experience in a non- proďŹ t organization - must have experience in proposal writing, forestry, logging and value added operations - good understanding of dealing with ďŹ rst nation communities Responsibilities: - co-ordinating meetings of, and reporting to, Board and its committees - assisting Board formulate policies and programs - overseeing administration - planning, developing and monitoring budgets and performance targets - developing and maintaining HR policies; recruiting, training, supervising staff - leading economic development initiatives Applicants ideally will have several years management experience, post secondary education in a business related ďŹ eld, familiarity with log harvesting, small business lending and an ability to work with diverse client and partnership groups. Aboriginal ancestry is an asset.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CAPITAL, HOUSING AND LANDS MANAGER Nak’azdli Band has an opening for a Capital, Housing and Lands Manager. This person promotes cooperation, mission statement and commitment towards the attainment of common goals of the Capital, Housing and Lands department. Manages programs and staff related to Nak’azdli Housing, Capital Developments, Lands, Operations & Maintenance and Band taxation; understanding of Housing policy and regulations.

MiniPuP 4uali¿Fations ž 3-4 years experience in Housing and Lands management. ž Degree or diploma would be an asset. ž Managing issues and legislation affecting First Nations both locally and nationally. ž Ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, computer skills, ability to write and submit proposals on behalf of Nak’azdli. ž Knowledge of the Nak’azdli Community will be considered an asset. ž Valid class 5 drivers license and preferably own vehicle. ž Full Job description is available only to candidates that are Tuali¿ed and called in for interview.

Deadline for Applications: January 25, 2013 Faxes and emails will be accepted. Please no phone calls.

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About the program‌ CORR Homes is a specialized foster care program for `oung oɈenders as an alternative to incarceration. The CORR homes program funds families throughout Northern BC to provide a stable home environment ^here `oung oɈenders reside for up to12 months.

The CORR Homes program provides our families with access to training, 24 hr oncall support, and an experienced Youth Resource Worker to work with CORR families and the youth who reside with them.

Who we are looking for‌ Interested people who have had experience working with and supporting youth at work or socially (ie; coaching, mentoring, big brothers/sisters etc.) and are willing to open their homes to youth at risk.

7eople who want to make a KiɈerence For more information about how to become a CORR Home, please contact Jo-Anne Nugent at 250.847.9515 or toll free at 1.888.355.6222.

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Heavy Duty Field Mechanic The KDL Group of companies is a dynamic and growing organization headquartered in Fort St. James, British Columbia that offers a competitive wage and an attractive benefit package. KDL is seeking an individual to strengthen our team.

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CASUAL CUSTODIANS School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) is accepting applications from those interested in employment as a casual custodian in the Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fraser Lake and Burns Lake areas.

To qualify for casual custodial work applicants must: ● provide proof of completion of Grade 12 (DogZood &ertiÀcate) ● successfully complete Custodial Training Course – provided by School District No. 91 ● hold a valid :+0,S certiÀcate (can be taken after successful completion of Custodial Training Course) ● be able to demonstrate proÀciency in (nglish verbally, and in writing, if requested Applicants who successfully complete the Custodial Training Course will be required to job shadow for a minimum of 8 hours. The 8 hours of job shadowing will be paid.

Resumés must be accompanied by a completed application form which is available on the website at http://www.sd91.bc.ca or from the School District Administration 2fÀce in Vanderhoof or from any district school.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, 2012. Please forward your applications to: Human Resources School District No. 91(Nechako Lakes) Box 129 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Fax: (250) 567-4639 (mail: cupejobs@sd91.bc.ca School District No. 91 (Nechako Lakes) would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JOB POSTING – Plant Accountant Pinnacle Pellet is seeking an experienced Accountant to fill a full-time accounting position at its Burns Lake, BC Plant location.

Responsibilities include: • Full cycle accounting including payables, payroll coordination and inventory control • Involved in budgeting process and monthly analysis of budget variances Skills and Qualifications: • Preference given to candidate enrolled in accounting designation program • Background in a manufacturing environment an asset • Proficiency with Microsoft Office • High level of accuracy and attention to detail • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Pinnacle Pellet is a dynamic and rapidly growing company that currently manufactures wood pellets at 6 locations in British Columbia. Pinnacle offers competitive salaries and benefits, as well as the opportunity for young professionals to build a long term career.

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150 W. Columbia St Box 1007, Vanderhoof BC V0J 3A0

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150 W. Columbia St Box 1007, Vanderhoof BC V0J 3A0

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Wednesday, December 19, 2012 Omineca Express

N.V.S.S. Honour Roll for Grade 8 to 12 students

Principal’s honour roll (4.00 GPA) Grade 8 Megan Baher, James deVos, Matthew Ebert, Kaimi Giesbrecht, Isabella Hampson, Jessica Hartwig, Rayea Johnson, Destiny Johnston, Jane Kanary, Mari Knox, Calvin Li, Kaelan Lobelle, Dixon Loewen, Anna Martens, Kimberly McGregor, Ewan Miles, Jonathon Mueller, Beth Mushumanski, Dylan Parent, Brittany Penner, Tahlea Perry, Leah Pippy, Bianca Pittman, Brooklyn Read, Sidney Thiessen, Alyssa Wale, Reed Wiens Grade 9 Sydney Askeland, Jordan Andres, Sydney Andres, Bradley Bieganski, Madysen Blattner, Abigale Delisle, Sahej Dhak, Annika Dauphinais, Alison Eggleton, Lachlan Fantillo, Rebecca Federau, Hannah Fraser, Lane Hampson, Chance Harper, Sara McBride, Jessica Olin, Kiah Persson, Samantha Pratt, Saba Rancier, Jessica Sewell, Eric Silver, Alaina Sommerville, Kelseigh Sommerville, Taryn Stephen, Taylor Vassallo, Taylor Westbrook, Grade 10 Samira Aebischer, Simon Bach, Tristal Buller, Alison Desmarais, Sarah Ebert, Gabrielle Fitzpatrick, Angela Harkins, Carrie Li, Katie Martins, Lane Mazereeuw, Alexander Nemethy, Jeanne Pelletier, Caleb Wale

Grade 11 Abigail Allred, Jason Chu, Maddison Fantillo, Teigan Miller-Gauthier, Kirsten Hales, Caryn Kindt, Travis Kurucz, Brittney Martens, Laura McGregor, Tessa Weaver Grade 12 Julianna Brooker, Rebecca Hernandez, Kelsey Hutchinson, Ashli Oe, Sheyanne Sundahl, Shaylene Syrota, Justine Yee First Class Honour Roll (3.5 – 3.99 GPA) Grade 8 Felicia Brooks, Emily Eggleton, Kelson Fines, Chloe Friesen, Kaleb Haslam, Joseph Hernandez, Bridian James-Schneider, Jared Kenyon, Tykenn Kilpatrick, Rylin Kusler, Ethan Lank, Max Moritz, Kolby Page, Mya Rancier, Chrissie Roberts, Quin Wall, Jared Wiens, Owen Wiens, Amber Zielke Grade 9 Cody Derksen, Keishja Fawcett, Kent Fehr, Emma Floris, Douw Klopper, Matteo Koehmstedt, Angela Kulchar, Paige Loewen, Sara Montague, Olin Mazereeuw, Shelby Park, Nicole Rodgers, Catherine Stier, Mikaela Turner, Kaitlyn Verduzco, Austin Weg, Riley Wiens, Kris Williams Grade 10 Camille Bernatchez, Melanie Bokvist, Emile Caron, Melissa Duchesneau, Nicole Egli, Brittany Freitas, Rryzel Montederamos, Bridgette Martin, Meghan Naka, Sky

Peardon, Danielle Perry, Laurence Plamondon, Sarah Robinson, Tawny Weinhardt Grade 11 Scott Bieganski, Kyle Dauphinais, Emily Fraser, Jade Ginter, Cleo Harper, Mary Kate Kennis, Blake Kingsley, Brianna Loewen, Mayson Schumann, Nick Silver, Alana Threlfall, Ryan Van Dijk, Kortnie Vassallo Grade 12 Elijah Anderson, Visal Ebbot, Nick Hildebrand, Leah Holmquist, Jonah Reinke Harris, Krystle Roblyer, Payden Weaver Second Class Honour Roll (3.0 – 3.49 GPA) Grade 8 Kylan Berg, Charlie Borek, Samantha Briere, Dawson Currie, Tanner Dykstra, Nolan Gulbranson, Faith Lawson, Dylan Martin-Hansen, Evan Payne, Melanie Rodgers, Mason Schmidt, Rachael Sholer, Daulton Swanson, Jade-Lynn Tibbo, Ian Watney Grade 9 Mary Brooks, Kassidy Dick, Maria Ebbott, Trent Emel, Kirsten Forsberg, Kayla Freitas, Emily Froese, Wyatt Giesbrecht, Jacob Hascarl, Jillian Hunsaker, Paris James, Emma Kerr, Kylie Lupton, Danielle Marks, Tyra Morin, Ryshel McKee, Dakota Moldowan, Sally O’Meara, Jordan Ogier,

Tate Page, Taylor Philips, Tyler Stevenson, Norma Wiebe Grade 10 Chris Blair, Dakota Clapperton, Colin Dunn, Andrew Faullus, Beckett Fawcett, Sarah Fitzpatrick, Katie Friesen, David Goretzky, Cassidy Johnson, Markus Klein, Penelope Lavoie, Kevin Leslie, Danielle Lindley, Caleb Miles, Sammy Morrill, Jonah Mosher, Brivee Mueller, Brynna Penner, Tony Ray, Sierra Shields, Jordan Wall, Anika Wallace, Meghan Ziler Grade 11 Jasper Barfoot, Marcus Boivin, Olivia Brophy, Taylor Burg, Cole Daniel, Kaitlyn Fitzpatrick, Shayla Frank, McKay Jensen, Savannah Kiff, Taylor Manwaring, Hannah Marks, Raechel McCully, Darby Millard, Shelby Oe, Taylor Parker, Cole Reid, Julia Steinebach, Cierra Verduzco, Christian Weaver, Keelan Wiebe Grade 12 Kassia Aebischer, Jordyn Antoski, Landon Brophy, Robert Byron, Joni Carland, Maran Chaisson, Zane Cooper, Sammy Dick, Crystal Edwards, Ashley Federau, Natalia Goretzky, Rylee Kiff, Robin Lilly, Tim Martens, Lukas Muehlen, Ryan Nicholson, Thunder Thomas, Ryan Wasylenko, Karsten Wiebe, Jessica Wiens, Sarah Wigmore

Choke holds in the Nechako More than 40 athletes ranging in age, from six to 17 years old, participated in a wrestling tournament on Saturday, Dec. 15, at Nechako Valley Secondary School.

“Wrestling is live and well in Northern BC," according to Travis Himmelright, head coach of the Vikings Wrestling Program in Vanderhoof.

"In fact, northern B.C. has sent five athletes to

the Olympics, including Olympic Champion Carol Huynh. Vanderhoof has had a program for the past 30 years and has, in that time, produced several provincial and national champions,” according to Himmelright.

Vanderhoof currently has 45 members on its wrestling team.

As the Holiday Season is upon us, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year and on those who have helped to shape our business in a most significant way.

We value our relationship with you and look forward to working with you in the year to come.

We wish you a very Happy Holiday Season and a New Year filled with Peace and Prosperity.

The staff at the Omineca Express