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Preventing cancer, one colonoscopy at a time Cameron Ginn Omineca Express
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A driver fled the scene of a crash on Sunday, March 10, that sent three passengers to hospital. Two sustained serious injuries.
Vanderhoof RCMP preserved the scene of a crash until late Sunday as two other officers collected information.
Driver flees scene of crash
Two people were seriously injured in a crash in Vanderhoof on Sunday morning. At around 4:20 a.m., a Vanderhoof RCMP officer spotted a truck stunt driving in a parking lot but didn’t pursue the vehicle when it left the scene. Shortly afterward, the officer discovered the vehicle had smashed into a post near the intersection of Burrard Street and High-
way 16. The officer spoke with the driver, who later fled, and checked on the three passengers, two of whom sustained serious injuries. All three passengers were taken to hospital. Personnel from the Independent Investigations Office (IIO) of B.C., a civilian-led body that conducts investigations into on
and off duty police-involved incidents that result in death or serious harm, were deployed to Vanderhoof on Sunday afternoon. Vanderhoof RCMP preserved the scene of the crash until late Sunday as two other officers collected information. The IIO is handling the investigation and North District RCMP are unable to comment.
By holding group medical appointments, Dr. Sean Ebert of the Omineca Medical Clinic is streamlining colorectal cancer screening for patients from as far away as Mackenize. The group appointments, organized in Vanderhoof, Fort St. James and Burns Lake, have led to an increased awareness of colon health which helps to reduce the number of colorectal cancer cases in the region, said Dr. Ebert, who performs about 300 colonoscopies, or scopes, at St. John Hospital each year. "I used to find at least one colon cancer per month doing colonoscopies, and now I get one every three months," he said. Like other group meetings offered at the Omineca Medical Clinic, the service fast tracks patient consultations and significantly reduces wait times for the procedure. On average, Dr. Ebert sees referred patients for consultation within about four weeks. If a procedure is required, it can be done electively within about four to six weeks, he said. To participate in the service, patients must be referred by their family doctor or nurse practitioner. "Patients attend the group, have a consult, get instructions and information and then they leave with an appointment, which makes everybody's life a lot easier," said Dr. Ebert. Colonoscopies may be invasive, but they're no laughing matter. Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of death in Canada among women and men, according to the Colon Cancer Society, a grassroots organization dedicated to raising awareness about the disease and raising funds for treatment. Continued on page 2
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Express Screening procedures prevent colorectal cancer by up to 83 per cent, study says
Continued from page 1 The slow-developing cancer occurs when abnormal cells develop in the colon, or rectum, and grow together to form polyps. If detected early, polyps can, in many cases, be removed before becoming cancerous. Although colorectal cancer is up to 90 per cent preventable, only 37 per cent of British Columbians aged 50 to 70 get screened, according to government figures. "Awareness is the most important thing," said Dr. Ebert. Colon cancer screening targets people aged 50 to 75 years old, or anybody considered at higher risk of developing cancer. But regardless of family history, people in the target age group should be screened either by stool sample or with a scope, said Dr. Ebert. In a September 2010 study, The cost-effectiveness of screening for colorectal cancer, researchers at the University of B.C. and Dalhousie University found that regular screening procedures - annual stool samples and colonoscopies performed
every 10 years - in individuals starting at age 50 would reduce cases of colorectal cancer by 44 to 81 per cent, and decrease death rates by 55 to 83 per cent. "Screening of average-risk individuals for colorectal cancer is a cost-effective measure, even with less-than-perfect compliance," the study says. According to the Ministry of Health, the cost of colorectal cancer treatment - surgery, lab tests, doctor visits and chemotherapy - ranges from $5,000 to $500,000 per patient each year, depending on the stage when the cancer is diagnosed. The Canadian Cancer Society estimates the number of new colorectal cancer cases in B.C. was 2,850, among both women and men, in 2012. "Procedures to remove precancerous polyps and the associated lab tests and doctor visits are a great deal less costly to the health system than intensive surgery, chemotherapy, specialist visits and hospital time for more advanced colorectal cancer," Stephen May, a representative for the ministry, stated in an
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Dr. Sean Ebert of the Omineca Medical Clinic holds group appointments to fast track colorectal cancer screenings, a leading cause of death in Canada.
email. On April 1, the province is introducing a colorectal screening program, Colon Check, for women and men aged 50 to 74 who don't currently have symptoms of colorectal cancer. With a cost of between $5 to 10 million annually, the program is expected to identify and treat more cases of colorectal cancer, preventing deaths and lessening the financial burden on the province in the long-term. "Our main goal with the new colorectal screening program is to catch colorectal cancer earlier, preferably in the precancerous stage, where the costs to treat are much lower," May stated. "More important than the financial savings that we may see by catching cancer earlier is the fact that many people will live longer, healthier lives and spend more time with loved ones." The group appointments at the Omineca Medical Clinic have largely been successful in creating healthier communities and a leaner, more efficient
health care system, said Dr. Ebert. About 15 years ago, Dr. Ebert and his wife, Nicole Ebert, returned to Vanderhoof from a medical hiatus in Australia, where they performed surgery for one year. At the time of their return, colonoscopies weren't being offered in Vanderhoof and there was a demand for the skill set, said Ebert. "That's really how we developed the program," he said. Since then, Dr. Ebert has detected numerous cases of colorectal cancer. He has also recognized an improvement in awareness and prevention of colorectal cancer, including the adoption of active lifestyles and diets consisting of high-fiber and lots of fluids. "More and more I see people at my group who are just coming to get screened," he said. "The colonoscopy service is one of many services for the patients of our area that provide health care closer to home and work to improve the health of our population.”
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Premier Christy Clark surprised the opposition Thursday with a statement in the B.C. legislature endorsing a proposed heavy oil refinery near Kitimat. Clark emphasized that the project would be subject to the five conditions about environmental safety and aboriginal consultation that she has demanded for heavy oil pipelines. But she praised the job creation potential and added that a refinery would help supply the "fair share" of benefits for B.C. that is her most controversial condition. David Black, owner of the Black Press newspaper group in B.C., Alberta and the U.S., set up a separate company called Kitimat Clean Ltd. last year to develop the refinery plan and seek permits from the B.C. Environmental Assessment Office. Black announced last week that he is finalizing details for $25 billion in financing and purchase agreements for the gasoline, diesel and jet fuel that the plant would produce.
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Daniel Brooks has been nominated to run for the B.C. Conservatives in Nechako Lakes in the upcoming May election. A guide outfitter from the Vanderhoof area for the past 15 years, Brooks was born and raised here. A devout family man, Brooks is married and the father of seven daughters. He has a degree in Classical (Greek and Roman) Studies from the University of Waterloo. Brooks said his real passion is the outdoors - especially hunting and fishing - and that he speaks Moose better than Latin. Brooks founded and chairs the local Vanderhoof tourism association called the Upper Nechako Wilderness Council. For the past 15 years Dan has been a vocal participant and tourism advocate in land use planning processes including the Land and Resource Management Plan and the Sustainable Forest Management Plan Public Advisory Group. Brooks felt compelled to enter B.C. politics when the B.C. Liberals adopted the Provincial Wildlife Allocation Policy, which has crippled his outfitting business to the point where he will be forced to shut down operations in three years, he said. Brooks said he would fight to ensure the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline never spills. He said he is a passionate fighter for all just causes and an innovative problem solver with a pragmatic approach to fixing government.
Sussanne Skidmore-Hewlett is the NDP candidate running for Nechako Lakes MLA in the May 2013 election. She has worked in Prince George for more than 14 years and has recreational property in Fraser Lake. She is married with an adult son. Skidmore-Hewlett achieved her Social Services Diploma in 1996 and subsequently moved to Prince George to begin her career within the public sector. She has worked most of her career within the Ministry of Justice and currently oversees the facilitation of training for the court services staff in the northern region. Also, she sits on the BCGEU Provincial Executive, Equity and Human Rights Committee and Women's Committee. Skidmore-Hewlett wants the provincial government to restrict raw log exports to create more jobs in B.C.'s forestry sector. She supports the development of new strategies to ensure the forest industry is sustainable and creating family-supporting jobs, utilizing natural resources efficiently and reinvesting in our publicly owned forest lands. Skidmore-Hewlett is opposed to the Enbridge pipeline and believes the province needs to strengthen environmental protections and take control of decisions on similar energy projects to ensure the interests and concerns of citizens, businesses and First Nations in Nechako Lakes are being heard properly.
B.C. Liberal John Rustad John Rustad is running for re-election as Nechako Lakes MLA for the B.C. Liberals. Rustad was elected in May 2009 and was previously elected for the Prince George-Omineca riding in 2005. Born and raised in Prince George, Rustad has worked in the forest industry for more than 20 years. In 1995 he formed Western Geographic Information Systems Inc., a consulting service for the forest industry. He is a former GIS department manager for Timberline Forest Inventory Consultants in Prince George. In September 2012, Rustad was appointed as parliamentary secretary for forestry to the Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. He currently co-chairs the Farm Assessment Review Panel and has chaired the Select Standing Committee on Crown Corporations, the Select Standing Committee to Appoint a Police Complaint Commissioner and the Government Caucus Committee on Social Development. If re-elected, Rustad, who supports the Enbridge pipeline, plans to advocate for more infrastructure improvements in Nechako Lakes, focus on the forestry file and move forward with recommendations made by the Mid-Term Timber Supply Committee. Expanding post-secondary education in the region is also a high priority, he said. John Rustad and his wife Kim were married in 1995. Together they enjoy theatre, golf, skiing, and the outdoors.
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Amid budget constraints and ahead of growth, RCMP looks to bolster community policing Cameron Ginn Omineca Express The Vanderhoof RCMP wants to bolster community policing as it faces budget constraints, braces for growth and reflects on major crimes that occurred in the past year, according to Sergeant Jason Keays. The crime-reduction initiative requires between three to five members of the community to volunteer for programs varying in functionality, serving as additional eyes and ears for RCMP. The initiative to buildup community policing has gained new urgency, especially following a series of major crimes in Vanderhoof, including a fatal shooting in December 2012 and the discovery of two homicides in January. Also, as the town prepares for a population surge due to employment in the natural resources sector, and the North District RCMP manages a budget crunch, community policing resources are of increasing importance. Having witnessed the side effects of the oil and gas industry, Keays hopes programs like Citizens on Patrol, Crime Watch and Crime Stoppers will be strengthened and implemented before workers and families start moving to the region seeking jobs and
housing. "We don't have the time to patrol as often as we would like to anymore," he said. Keays said more members of the community are needed for Citizens on Patrol, a service that involves observing, recording and reporting information and suspicious activity to RCMP during vehicle patrols, for which the town has offered to assist with fuel expenses. The Crime Watch program entails a more physical presence in the community, with monitoring of property, neighborhoods, public parks and social events. Volunteers are provided with a cell phone, encouraged to wear noticeable jackets and instructed to contact RCMP upon encountering or witnessing a questionable situation. "Nothing is better than being visible in the community," said Keays, who patrols on foot whenever possible. At one point, Vanderhoof had a very successful Crime Stoppers program, but the directors became overwhelmed and the branch was closed, said Keays. "They just got burnt out," he said. Jack Hooper, president of Prince George Crime Stoppers, which helped RCMP remove $7-million of drugs and property off the streets in 2012, said the guidelines of managing a branch are flexible.
"It's whatever you want it to be," said Hooper, referring to the workload. However, directors are obligated to organize board meetings once per month, maintain liaison channels with the RCMP and hold fundraisers regularly, said Hooper. Ever since the Vanderhoof Crime Stoppers branch shut down, Prince George has been managing the overflow of calls, which amounted to only three or four tips in 2012, said Hooper, compared to 700 anonymous tips that originated in Prince George. "There's nobody (in Vanderhoof) to say there's a Crime Stoppers branch. People aren't going to call if they don't know it exists," said Hooper. Keays believes more people in the community have information about crime but are reluctant to call RCMP fearing reprisal. At a public meeting organized by town and RCMP officials on Feb. 20, Superintendent Rod Booth of the North District RCMP said that, in the past ten years, the cost of policing has doubled and the national crime rate has declined. But Booth said the crime rate might also be falling due to a drop in the number of people reporting incidents, tips and information to RCMP.
During the meeting, Keays was questioned on why some calls aren't acted on by RCMP. "We need reliable information," said Keays, who pointed out that acquiring a search warrant for the home of a known drug dealer takes a significant amount of time, proof and evidence. Additionally, the reliability of an informant must also be authenticated, which can lead to the loss of anonymity. Keays said information must be recent and include exact details, like the contents of the home, the times when people are entering and exiting the building, as well as their license plates numbers. "It's very invasive for us to go storming into someone's home and search for drugs," he said during the meeting. "We need human sources. We need people who have been in that house, or bought drugs in that house." Keays has repeatedly emphasized that if people are apprehensive about providing information to RCMP, they can retain anonymity by calling Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS. "We would never ask somebody to do something that makes them feel uncomfortable, or puts them in a dangerous situation," he said.
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At a Canadian Cattlemen’s Association meeting in Vanderhoof on Feb. 23, Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad, second from left, presents the Poole family with a B.C. Century Farm Award for 100 years of agricultural commitment to the province. From left, Charles, Arthur, Hubert and Dale Poole. fore takes us a day to do now," said Arthur. The ranch has remained in the family for four generations, but changed hands twice. In 1955, Charles Pool transferred the property to his daughter, Grace. In 2012, Arthur Poole took over the farm. Hubert, Arthur's father, still lives on the property with his wife, Edna. "The farm today is the result of a lot of hard work by all members of the Poole family," said Arthur. Arthur's brother Charles, head of the regional CCA, owns another large cattle farm in the area. The brothers still collaborate and assist each other as needed. Selling the 100-year-old ranch has never been an option for Arthur Poole, who continues working long, 16-hour days with his son Dale. If anything, he would expand the property and hope that, one day, his daughter and two other sons will return home and take over operations. The Century Farm Award honours agricultural organizations that have been active for 100 years or longer, as well as pioneers whose farms have been in families for as many years. Each award celebrates the rich heritage of farming and ranching families and organizations in B.C. More than 100 family farms or organizations have received the B.C. Century Farm Award.
Cameron Ginn Omineca Express The Poole family has received a B.C. Century Farm Award from the Ministry of Agriculture for 100 years of agricultural commitment to the province. "Vanderhoof was the first agricultural settlement in the province, and the Poole family was one of the founding families of the region," said Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad. "I congratulate the Poole family on this major milestone of 100 years in farming, as they are one of the reasons that Nechako is one of the top cattle ranching areas in the province." Times have changed enormously since brothers Alfred and Charles Poole traveled to the District of Vanderhoof on a wagon in 1912 and founded the ranch in the Mapes area. The property has since grown enormously in size, from 160 acres of land to more than 3,500 acres. "If you want to make a living farming now, you have to have a big farm, or work off the farm," said Arthur Poole, the third generation of the Poole family. To keep up with the pace of industrialization, the Pooles have equipped the ranch with lots of big, modern equipment to maximize efficiency. "What took us a week to do be-
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Ethnic strategy is nothing new Tom Fletcher Black Press The B.C. legislature session ends this week. It can’t come quickly enough for Premier Christy Clark and the B.C. Liberals. This is also the week we see the rest of the fallout from “ethnicgate,” as the latest controversy over partisan activity by political staff has been clumsily labelled. A disgruntled former B.C. Liberal caucus staffer handed the NDP opposition an internal memo setting out a strategy for ethnic “outreach” that strayed into forbidden territory, suggesting that ethnicfriendly government events could be staged and participants’ names collected and turned over to the party. “This secret plan clearly demonstrates the Liberals are deliberately folding government resources and staff into their party’s campaign machinery, despite rules that forbid this,” thundered NDP house leader John Horgan. “We’ve seen this before, with the Liberals’ efforts to run a secret committee to subvert the public process around Burnaby Hospital, and in the attack website created by caucus staff and launched by the Liberal party.” Casual observers might see this as a disturbing new development in misuse of public resources. It’s disturbing, all right, but it’s hardly new. The “attack website” Horgan refers to is a case in point. While a website targeting NDP leader Adrian Dix was being cooked up in the B.C. Liberal bunker, a similar effort was being developed in NDP research down the hall. This partisan message detailed all the worthwhile things that could be done with the government’s $15 million advertising budget singing the praises of the government’s “jobs plan.” But this one carried the logo of the NDP caucus, so it was within the rules. The average person, seeing two groups of staff on the public payroll, each slagging the other, might not detect much of a difference. The biggest headline from the leaked memo was its reference to generating “quick wins” for the election campaign by staging apologies for historic racial injustices. It mentioned how former premier Gordon Campbell delivered a solemn apology in 2008 for the decision to turn away a ship carrying Sikh refugees from Vancouver harbour – shortly after the outbreak of the First World War. What does a modern provincial premier accomplish by apologizing for a federal immigration decision made in 1915? Why would another premier now feel the need to apologize for a federal “head tax” imposed on Chinese immigrants from 1885 to 1923? Continued at right The Omineca Express is published every Wednesday in Vanderhoof by Black Press Ltd. Publisher: Pam Berger advertising@ominecaexpress.com Editor: Cameron Ginn newsroom@ominecaexpress.com
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Continued from left The answer is obvious. Again, don’t expect much to change with an NDP government. Asked last week if he would stage an apology for the head tax, Dix delivered a well-rehearsed history lesson that made it clear he is anxious to do so. Welcome to politics in an urbanized, globalized media culture. It’s more important to put on a show than to do the right thing. Hospitals
are announced three times before they’re built, then announced again when they are staffed. Politics is a lucrative career. Former B.C. Liberal MLA Lorne Mayencourt is one of the additional “outreach” staff hand-picked by Clark. The B.C. Liberals retort that the NDP caucus has a similar staffer named Gabriel Yiu, who has taken three leaves of absence to run for MLA, and is in practical terms a professional NDP candidate. Yiu is running for a fourth time
in Vancouver-Fraserview, having been defeated in 2009 by former West Vancouver police chief Kash Heed. That campaign was notorious for anonymous Chineselanguage pamphlets claiming the NDP favours legalizing drugs and imposing a “death tax” on inheritance. This latest scandal might produce meaningful reform. But the misuse of public money to further the interests of political parties is deeply entrenched.
The rumble in Nechako Lakes Bill Phillips Prince George Free Press There is little doubt that the biggest challenge facing John Rustad and the Liberals in the Nechako Lakes riding comes from the right, not from the left. The riding is staunchly conservative and Rustad now faces a B.C. Conservative candidate, Dan Brooks, who is definitely up for a fight. So much so, in his speech to the riding association this week he listed 21 things he’s going to “fight” for. “In essence I’m going to fight for you,” he said. In some respects it’s kind of sad to think that someone entering politics sees everything as a fight, but politics is kind of like that. Brooks will definitely be an interesting entrant into the Nechako Lakes political scene. He was born in Vanderhoof and grew up there, and in Alberta. He has a degree in classical studies (Greek and Roman) from the University of Waterloo. But it’s as a guide-outfitter that most people in the area know him. He, like a lot of people entering politics, is doing so because the government has brought in regula-
tions that hurt his business. Oh, and this wasn’t done by the dastardly NDP of the 1990s, it was done by the Liberals of the 2000s. However, Brooks does have a sense of humour. “I feel an awful lot like the businessman who was walking down Burrard in Vanderhoof when a voice came to him from out of nowhere and said ‘stop, you’re about to be hit by a piano,” he said in his speech Tuesday. “So the man stopped and a piano came crashing down right in front of him where he was about to step. He looked around but couldn’t find the source of the voice. Bewildered the man kept walking when the voice came again and said ‘stop, you’re about to be hit by a truck.’ So he stopped again just as a truck came barreling by narrowly missing him. Again he looked around for the voice but couldn’t see where it came from. So he called out “who are you and what is your purpose?’ And the voice came back to him saying ‘why I’m your guardian angel and I’m here to protect you.’ And the man yelled back ‘where were you when I voted Liberal?’” It’s a cute joke, but it also exemplifies some of the woes facing the Liberals. They have lost the support
of the far right, which they need to win. “The Liberals have not just failed me, they have failed us all,” Brooks said. “They campaigned on a free-enterprise platform, but delivered a left-wing agenda.” OK, that one might be tough for some folks to swallow. The Liberals might not have delivered an agenda that is far-right, but it’s far from a left-wing one. The question in Nechako Lakes will be whether Brooks can steal enough votes from Rustad to allow the NDP to steal an otherwise safe riding. As for the question of votesplitting, Brooks is unapologetic. “The Liberals want us to vote for them not because we believe in them, but for fear of the NDP,” Brooks said. “Make no mistake, the vote-splitting argument is asking us to abandon our principles and vote Liberal, not on their merits or their track record, but solely because they are not the NDP. They don’t offer a positive vision for our future, they offer to do less damage than the NDP. Voting for the party that does the least amount of damage is not a good reason to vote.” The fight is on in Nechako Lakes.
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Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. †Offer valid from March 1, 2013 to April 30, 2013 (the “Program Period”). Receive CAD$1,000 towards select Ford Custom truck accessories, excluding factory-installed accessories/options (“Accessories”), with the purchase or lease of a new 2012/2013 Ford F-150 (excluding Raptor) or Super Duty (each an “Eligible Vehicle”) delivered or factory ordered during the Program Period (the “Offer”). Offer is subject to vehicle and Accessory availability. Offer is not redeemable for cash and can only be applied towards eligible Accessories. Any unused portions of the Offer are forfeited. Total Accessories may exceed CAD$1,000. Only one (1) Offer may be applied toward the purchase or lease of an eligible vehicle. Customer’s choosing to forego the Offer will qualify for CAD$750 in customer cash to be applied to the purchase, finance or lease price of an Eligible Vehicle (taxes payable before customer cash is deducted). This Offer is not combinable with CPA, GPC, Daily Rental Allowances, the Commercial Upfit Program, or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). Limited time offer. Offer may be cancelled at any time without notice. Some conditions apply. Offer available to residents of Canada only. See Dealer for details. ±Until April 30, 2013, lease a new 2013 F-150 Super Cab XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine/2013 F-150 Super Crew XLT 4x4 with 5.0L engine and get 2.99% annual percentage rate (APR) financing for up to 36 months on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Lease a vehicle with a value of $29,999/$31,999 at 2.99% APR for up to 36 months with $599/$999 down or equivalent trade in, monthly payment is $399, total lease obligation is $14,963/$15,363 and optional buyout is $17,136/$18,788. Offer includes Manufacturer Rebate of $8,500. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after Manufacturer Rebate is deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,700 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Some conditions and mileage restrictions of 80,000 km over 48 months apply. A charge of 16 cents per km over mileage restrictions applies, plus applicable taxes. Manufacturer Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Manufacturer Rebates are not combinable with any fleet consumer incentives. ▼Program in effect from January 15, 2013 to April 1, 2013 (the “Program Period”). To qualify, customer must turn in a 2006 model year or older vehicle that is in running condition (able to start and move and without missing parts) and has been properly registered/plated or insured for the last 3 months (the “Criteria”). Eligible customers will receive [$500]/[$1,000]/[$2,500]/[$3,000] towards the purchase or lease of a new 2012/2013 Ford [C-Max, Fusion Hybrid & Energi]/[Fusion (excluding S, Hybrid & Energi), Taurus (excluding SE), Mustang (excluding Value Leader), Escape (excluding S), Transit Connect (excluding EV), Edge (excluding SE), Flex (excluding SE), Explorer (excluding base)]/[F-150 (excluding Regular Cab 4x2 XL), Expedition, E-Series]/[F250-550] – all Fiesta, Focus, Raptor, GT500, BOSS 302, Transit Connect EV, Medium Truck, Value Leader and Lincoln models excluded (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Taxes payable before Rebate amount is deducted. To qualify: (i) customer must, at the time of the Eligible Vehicle sale, provide the Dealer with (a) sufficient proof of Criteria, and (b) signed original ownership transferring customer vehicle to the Authorized Recycler; and (ii) Eligible Vehicle must be purchased, leased, or factory ordered during the Program Period. Offer only available to residents of Canada and payable in Canadian dollars. Offer is transferable only to persons domiciled with the owner of the recycled vehicle. Offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford at either the time of factory order or delivery, but not both. Offer not available on any vehicle receiving CPA, GPC, Commercial Connection or Daily Rental Rebates and the Commercial Fleet Rebate Program (CFIP). Customers eligible for CFIP are not eligible for this offer. Limited time offer, see dealer for details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ***Estimated fuel consumption ratings for 2013 F-150 4X4 5.0L V8 6-speed automatic transmission: [15.0L/100km (19MPG) City, 10.6L/100km (27MPG) Hwy]. Fuel consumption ratings based on Transport Canada approved test methods. Actual fuel consumption will vary based on road conditions, vehicle loading, vehicle equipment, vehicle condition, and driving habits. **F-150: When properly equipped. Max. towing of 11,300 lbs with 3.5L EcoBoost 4x2 and 4x4 and 6.2L 2 valve V8 4x2 engines. Max. payloads of 3,120 lbs/3,100 lbs with 5.0L Ti-VCT V8/3.5L V6 EcoBoost 4x2 engines. Max. horsepower of 411 and max. torque of 434 on F-150 6.2L V8 engine. 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NVSS wrestlers to attend National Championship in Saskatoon Two students from Nechako Valley Secondary School (NVSS), Jennor Nohr and Jonah Reinke, are attending the Canadian Wrestling Championships in Saskatoon on April 4. Nohr, a Grade 10 student, finished the regular season with a near impeccable record of 24 wins and 5 losses. Reinke, who graduates later this year, also finished strong with 26 wins and just 5 losses. The two students belong to a wrestling team of more than 40 athletes, both girls and boys and high school and elementary studnets, in Vanderhoof. This year, ten wrestlers from NVSS attended the Provincial Championship in Duncan, B.C. The team had four top 10 finishes. Their placings were significant, given the size of other schools that competed in the event. In wrestling, like most individual sports, athletes represent their schools at this event. Nechako Valley Secondary athletes, with a student population of around 520, were competing against the largest schools in the province. For many NVSS wrestlers, the trip to Duncan served as preparation for the 2014 Provincial Championship in Prince George. "I wanted them to have the experience of the provincials before
we have it in our backyard next year," said Coach Travis Himmelright. Expectations are high that several wrestlers from NVSS will stand on the podium in 2014, said Himmelright, a former Canadian National Team member who used the sport to fund his university education. "We've got some great kids here who have a reputation of being tough competitors. If they stick with it, there's going to be some champions coming out of Vanderhoof," he said. The wrestling season typically lasts from October until April and requires an intensive training regimen of at least three practices per week. Competitions occur almost every weekend from December to March, said Himmelright, who is assisted by coaches Sean Ebert and Jeff Verduzco. One challenge is balancing training and travel with school work. "The kids who can be successful as both students and athletes will be successful in life. The demands of balancing both says a lot about their character," said Himmelright. This year the team traveled to numerous tournaments as well as major championships in Kamloops, Edmonton and the recent Provincial Competition in Duncan. The high-adrenalin sport involves an ele-
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Above, the Vanderhoof Vikes wrestling team, composed of both elementary and high school students. At left, Jennor Nohr looks to pin Jonathan Hackler from Quesnel in a match at Zone Championships.
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Complementary Cancer Care We have touched on cancer – what it is, how it may come to be, and how to better your lifestyle to prevent or deal with cancer. Although there are countless more things to be said on the matter. I hope these last few articles give you something to think about. Aside from proper nutrition, positive lifestyle, good exercise and avoiding the carcinogens you are able to, there are many complementary treatments or things you can do that may help prevent or currently deal with cancer. Many of them can work well alongside your current treatments, or as a stand alone for great preventative benefits. Mind-body methods work on helping one with emotions, and mental states which are thought to have a profound impact on your health. It may involve de-stressing, breathing techniques, having a good look at your lifestyle, or changing perceptions about your life and your illness that can work for your benefit. Laughter therapy. Laughter has been shown to decrease pain, and in some cases reverse negative condition states in people (so laugh well, laugh often and live well) Reflexology releases your body’s natural healing power and helps to restore health. It has been useful in cases of cancer to help people relax and cope with stress and anxiety, to relieve pain, detox, boost the immune system, reduce digestive problems, lift mood, relieve the side effects of chemotherapy, recovering physical strength before and after surgery and much more. Massage gives your body a bit of relaxation and immune boosting properties as well. Herbal supplements under the supervision of a professional may help with side effects, pain and prevention. Yoga or any type of regular exercise (a walk is nice but you want that heart rate to go up a bit to really work your body). If you already have cancer remember to talk with your health care providers who are treating your condition about the complementary practices you are, or would like to implement. You want to make sure that everything you are doing will work together. For example: some herbs and even everyday foods can interfere with some medications and treatments used in cancer care. Your complementary health care provider, or practitioner should be able to give you a detailed amount of information you can take to your doctor so they have knowledge about what you are doing and work together to create a plan of care that would benefit you the best. For more information feel free to set up an appointment or ask the Omineca Express for some specific articles.
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DRIFTERS MINI DUDE FARM Vanderhoof has a variety of goods and services available from our local vendors and businesses. When you do your shopping right here in Vanderhoof, you’ll do more than find great products. By supporting local businesses with your shopping dollars, you’re supporting our local economy as well, and that’s good for everyone. You can’t beat the convenience of shopping right here in town. Plus, you’ll enjoy the friendly, personalized service of merchants who truly appreciate your business. So this year check out the merchandise offerings right here at home – you’ll be glad you did!
“HOME OF THE MINIATURES” A PETTING FARM AT ITS BEST A variety of critters, large and small, out of the ordinary feathered fowl, including peacocks, geese, ducks, etc. Ferrets, rabbits and guinea pigs. Babies arriving spring and summer, and always trying to add something new and interesting to the farm. Located at 14166 Meadowdale Road, 1.2 km off of the Blackwater, 15 min. east of Vanderhoof. VISIT US @ www.driftersminidudefarm.com
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Upcoming Programs Apply Now for Fall Program Starts Social Service Worker Certificate
Get any service done in April and your name will go into a draw for a $100 Gift Certificate Book your appointment with Pam, ChelsEy, Karen, Nickie, Tracey or Janeane
Do you enjoy helping those in need? With a Social Service Certificate, you can find work in residential child/ adult care services, women’s programs, group homes, shelters, First Nations social services organizations, and more. Vanderhoof Campus – Starting in September 2013
Administrative Assistant Certificate (ABT) As a trained administrative assistant, you’ll have the confidence to compete in today’s highly-skilled workforce in one of these rewarding careers: office clerk, receptionist, administrative assistant, office manager, executive assistant, small business owner. Vanderhoof Campus - Starting in September 2013
Pipe Trade – Foundation The need for skilled workers regionally, provincially and nationally has been news for more than three years. This ITA foundation-level program will prepare you for entry-level employment in the piping trades: plumbing, steamfitter/pipefitter, gasfitter and sprinkler installation. Vanderhoof Campus - Starting in October 2013
Professional Cook Level 1 Fast-paced and rewarding, a career as a professional cook lets you express your creativity. You’ll find jobs at hotels, exotic resorts, cruise ships and local restaurants. Fort St. James Campus - Starting in May 2013
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For information or to apply contact your local CNC campus. Vanderhoof 250-567-3200 Fort St. James 250-996-7019 Fraser Lake 250-699-6249 Check the website at www.cnc.bc.ca/nechako .
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Agro/Lumber Ready to assemble in your yard: 8x8 Gable Roof Poly Shed - reg 1199.00 ........................................SALE $999.00 Poly Base for above shed - reg 299.00 ...........................................SALE $199.00 Above items also available assembled for delivery ..................................................... $1348.00
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Hardware Selected linoleum remnants in stock, minimum 10% savings come talk to John. 25-75% savings on clearance merchandise...tools, electronics, lawn and garden supplies, ornaments, and more. All available from our spring cleaning table. Hexagon shaped greenhouse with shelves.Walk in size - reg 179.99 ....... SPECiAL $99.97 Larger walk in greenhouse also available - reg 184.99 ..............................SPECiAL $129.97 Cedar chests - reg 229.99 ...........................................................................SPECiAL $129.97 RochesteR catalogues aVaIlaBle NoW, BooK YouR BIRDs NoW, aND PuRchase all oF YouR NecessaRY suPPlIes to KeeP YouR BIRDs healthY aND haPPY. Housewares ANNuAL SPRiNg SCRAtCH ‘N DENt SALE Lots of Great Deals. Great Assortment of Products. Come to your Co-op Food Floor & Check It Out!
Petro Centre - 909 Hwy 16 West Clear Kerosene 18.9 lt pail - reg 49.99 .............................................................SALE $42.99 Solvent Parts Cleaner 18.9 lt pail - While quantities last reg 56.99 ........................SALE $49.99 Oil Buddies 11 fits 5 litre jug - reg 3.99 ..........................................................SALE $2.99 or ...FREE with purchase of any four 5 litre jugs of oil Oil Buddies 11 fits 1 litre jug - reg 3.99 ..........................................................SALE $2.99 or ...FREE with purchase of any twelve 1 litre jugs of oil We have some Diesel Motor Oil (DMO CI-4 Spec) Engine Oil left
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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). Please provide a brief description accompanied with the photo. This week’s submission....
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A truck crashed into a post near the intersection of Highway 16 and Burrard Street on Sunday. Three people were taken to hospital. The driver fled the scene.
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Call Pam at 250-567-9258
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)
250-567-4960
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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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PleaSe note...Sharon and Gene Snell lost their home on Sackner Road the morning of March 8. Their family has set up a benefit account at Integris Credit Union under Sharon and Gene Snell. *** Untold traUMa...author seeks contributions from non-First Nations students and staff who experienced Catholic residential or day schools abuse in Northern B.C. For more information email Kathyhansen1@gmail. com. *** the Vanderhoof PUBliC liBrarY genealogY ClUB 2013 Mar. PreSentationS... 14th @ 7pm - Introduction to FamilySearch Family Tree – presented by Karla Mork. apr. 11th @ 7pm Presentations by Club Members “My Most Exciting Genealogy Discovery”. May 9th @ 7pm - Trace Your Roots with DNA. Meetings are held in the Vanderhoof Public Library multi-purpose room. Please use the east rear entrance. Everyone is Welcome! *** let’S get groWing! gardening WorkShoPS presented by the Vanderhoof Public Library in partnership with the Nechako Valley Food Network. gardening Workshops – Opportunities to learn from the following local gardeners. thurs. Mar. 21st Composting: Tips & Tricks – Facilitator: Richard Burkholder Container May – t.B.a. Gardening – Facilitator: Brenda Devauld Programs begin at 7:00pm in the Vanderhoof Public Library multi-purpose room *** lego ClUB We have the Lego, you bring the ideas, a weekly drop-in program that’s fun for all ages. Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:15 until Mar. 12th. All programs at the Vanderhoof Public Library. *** 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 Sheila 570-2467 vanderhoofstrokerecovery@
A group of seven students and two staff from Nechako Valley Secondary School are traveling to Ecuador on March 17 for a “Voluntour” trip under Free the Children and Education First. From left, Meghan Naka, Teigan Miller-Gauthier, Cleo Harper, Kathy Russell, Seth Lupton, Ryan van Dijk and Anna Pye. Missing is Kieran Pye. Submitted gmail.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 contact Debra-Ann Bishop at 250-567-0623 or email at vanderhoofseniors@hotmail. 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: 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 250567-4060 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, 250 567-9705. *** 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-for-profit 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, 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 250-5678484. *** 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 @ 250-5677956. *** 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 250699-7763. *** neChako ValleY hiStoriCal SoCietY... meets every second Thursday of the month 6:30 pm at the Chamber of Commerce office. *** air Vanderhoof 899 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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Ernie Moe passed away peacefully on March 3rd, 2013 at the age of 89. Born in Scout Lake, Sask, Ernie moved to Prince George in 1948. In 1973 he moved his family to Vernon where he stayed until retirement. He and his wife then traveled for several years prior to calling Vanderhoof home in 1988. He is survived and will be sadly missed by his loving wife Vona of 55 years; his four children, Dennis (Donna) of Lillooet, Donny (Lynn) of Vanderhoof, Brenda (Delbert Peterson) of Prince George and Cheryl (Chris Heidt) of Armstrong; six grandchildren, Darryl (Denise), Kenny (Despo), Derek (Cassie), Chris (Judy), Natasha (Stuart), and Terry (Natalia); six great grandchildren which he loved dearly; Madison, Mercedes, Aleah, Grace, Gage and Daxton. Also mourning his passing are his brothers Gordon (Verna) of Edmonton, Clifford (Shirley) of Prince George, brother-in-law; Jack McEwen (Babe), as well as numerous nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. The family wishes to send out their heartfelt thanks to St John Hospital and Stuart Nechako Manor staff for the incredible care and love that they gave Ernie over the past three and one half years…they are truly an amazing group of people. At Ernie’s request, no services will be held.
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Village of Fraser Lake JOB POSTING SUMMER GROUNDS KEEPER (4 POSITIONS AVAILABLE) Duration of the position: April 29, 2013 to August 30, 2013 Wage: $16.97 per hour Hours of work: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm May include minimal overtime Requirements: ❏ Enrolled in Post-Secondary education program for September 2013. ❏ Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence ❏ Physically capable to perform the job duties Duties: Plant flowers, mow grass, clean park washrooms, paint, rake, and other duties as may be assigned. Application Deadline: April 5, 2013 Applications submitted to: Village of Fraser Lake Box 430 Fraser Lake, BC V0J 1S0 Phone: 250-699-6257 Fax: 250-699-6469 Email: clinton.mauthe@fraserlake.ca
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Thompson Creek Metals, a growing diversified metals company, is building the Mount Milligan copper gold mine in north central BC. This new mine is scheduled to come into production in the second half of 2013 and the project team has recently surpassed 3.8 million hours without a lost time incident. If you are interested in joining a safety-first culture, we are currently looking for talented people to join our team in the following areas: Finance and Administration Manager - responsible for the accounting functions for the operation and have a month end reporting responsibility to the Denver head office. Must have their accounting designation and should have 5-10 years accounting experience at a high level and preferably mining or related heavy industry experience The position is an onsite position, 5X2 schedule 8 hours per day. (2) Senior Accountants - responsible for accounts payable, monthly reporting systems, preparation of monthly financial statements and coordination and preparation of year end audit files. Must have a minimum of (3) years and have or working towards their professional designations. Mill Maintenance General Foreman – In this position you will supervise a multishift operations department and partner with the metallurgy and operations departments to safely achieve ore throughput and metal extraction goals. Mill Operations Supervisor - responsible for the supervision of Mill Operations Technicians in a positive and productive manner. Health and Safety Superintendent - to proactively manage the operational requirements in the development, implementation and review of strategy, policy, procedures, standards and practices to achieve best practices for a secure, safe and healthy work environment. HR Generalist - reporting to the HR manager, you will be primarily responsible for providing expertise across employee relations, and remuneration and benefits, as well as supporting efforts to earn Mount Milligan a reputation as an employer of choice. Detailed job descriptions and qualifications can be found at www.mtmilligan.com All positions offer a competitive salary plus benefits package in line with qualifications and experience. To be considered for our team, please send a cover letter and your resume to: MtMilligan-Resumes@tcrk.com We thank all interested candidates; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The KDL Group is currently seeking an individual for the position of Logging Supervisor To be based in Mackenzie, British Columbia The KDL Group is a premier provider of complete resource services. In British Columbia, we have operations in Fort St. James, Mackenzie, Fraser Lake, and Courtenay. We are currently seeking candidates who are interested in pursuing a career in Logging Operations. You will join an exciting team at an exciting time in the Forest Industry. Successful Candidates will possess the following Tuali¿cations O Experience in the Logging/Forestry Business O Ability to Lead a Team O Ability to Problem Solve and manage projects O Must have good communications skills O Professional and Accountable O General computer skills with email, Excel and Word O Strong work ethic and leadership O Able and willing to work in a remote/camp environment .e\ 5esponsiEilities O Ensure customer requirements are met with regard to safety, quality control, environment O Ensure production targets are met O Ensure operations are conducted to KDL standards O Training, scheduling, motivating employees, and disciplining where required O Trouble shooting and problem solving O Meetings (Safety,crew,production, management) O Equipment and human resource allocation and dispatch. If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please send your resume to admin@kdlgroup. net. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those short listed will be contacted.
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Vanderhoof Public Library Employment Opportunity Library Assistant Permanent Part-time
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Purpose: Library Assistant will assist with the daily operation of the library. Duties and Responsibilities: ◗ Utilizes library software systems to retrieve and enter data ◗ Assists library patrons in using library systems ◗ Assembles and compiles a variety of information and data for reports ◗ Conducts basic computer literacy sessions ◗ Performs other reasonable duties as required Qualifications: ◗ Grade 12 graduate ◗ Clerical experience with strong office computer skills ◗ Willingness to learn library software systems ◗ Experience in a library or related public service ◗ Willingness and ability to accommodate flexible work schedules, that may change from time to time and that may include working evenings and weekends Average 17 hours per week The Vanderhoof Public Library thanks all applicants, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Please send you application by March 16, 2013 to: Jane Gray Librarian Vanderhoof Public Library Bag 6000 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Email: vhladmin@telus.net
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Trades, Technical EXPERIENCED CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WANTED JDS Energy and Mining Ltd. is undertaking a number of different mining construction projects in BC and the Canadian north later this year. We are currently recruiting labor and trades people who are interested in working on these projects. People with experience in Industrial Construction in the fields of Laborer, Carpentry, Millwright or Welding & Pipefitting are invited to submit their resumes by mail, fax or email to our office at: Suite 200, 532 Leon Ave Kelowna B.C. V1Y 6J6, Attn: Human Resources Fax # 250 763-6302. Email resumes to hr@jdsmining.ca
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WATKINS: Full Line of Natural Based Products. Available March 9th 2013 9AM to 4PM @ the CO-OP MALL. Steve 250-255-121 or LS_Ventures1921@shaw.ca
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Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 10 a.m. Decker Lake Hall. Furniture, antiques, collectable’s, tools, tack, vehicles, equipment etc. Sale conducted by,
For more information: Richie at (250) 698-7377 or (250) 698-7351 More detailed list closer to sale date.
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Sale conducted on behalf of several Estates SALE 1 March 16, 2013 Saturday @ 11:00 am. Coast Inn of the West Banquet Room, 4620 Lakelse Ave, Terrace, BC ANTIQUES & FURNISHINGS: Couch & loveseat’s, bedroom suites, bunk beds, rocking chairs, dining room suites & china hutch’s, new glass top coffee & end tables, inlaid antique claw foot coffee table, other misc. coffee tables & end tables, antique bar, Victorian chairs, misc. kitchen chairs & occasional chairs, roll top desk, corner hutch, display cabinets, leather Wingback chair & ottoman. There is a supply of misc. antique items, overstuffed recliners. ANTIQUE HORSE GEAR: There is a very large selection of antique horse gear that includes, sleigh bells, collars, hames etc. NATIVE & TRADITIONAL ART: Large selection of Native Art including hides, drums, facemasks, leather art & clothing, moccasins, paddles, selection of framed painted art & pictures. BANK NOTE & COINS: Large selection of coins collections & Sets, individual coins & bank notes, US, Canadian & other country coins. HOUSEHOLD & MISC COLLECTABLE’S: Dolls, clocks, floor & table lamps, candelabra’s, fiddle & other misc. musical instruments, brass music stand, brass, pewter, wrought iron collectable’s, glassware & vases, Antique horn, swords, display pistol, carvings, oil lamps, watches, jewelry, military medals. This sale has a large & excellent quantity of new and used items, antiques & collectable’s. This is a partial listing, so look for future advertising as there are more items to come. Please view website for pictures of all scheduled sales. Consignments welcome. If you would like to consign any items contact Mikes Auction. Condition of Sale. Terms: cash & cheque with identification, sorry no credit cards. Items are As Is Condition ~ Not responsible for accidents. There will be a concession on Site. SALE 2 Antiques, Furnishings & Collectibles Auction. April 20, 2013 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Francios Lake Hall, Francios Lake, BC. South of Burns Lake, Intersection of Hwy 35 & Colleymount Road. SALE 3 Industrial Machinery, Equipment & Tool Auction. May 25, 2013 Saturday @ 10:00 am. Topley Garage, Topley, BC. Intersection of Hwy 16 & Hwy 118 to Granisle. Any question Please Contact:
Mike Steinebach @ (250) 694-3497 or Cell (250) 692-6107 Egon Steinebach @ (250) 694-3319 or Cell (250) 570-2055 E-Mail: mike@mikesauction.net. Website: www.mikesauction.net
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Townhouses 3/bdrm townhouses in a family- friendly complex. Close to downtown, schools & park. $695/mth. 250-567-4430
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Village of Fraser Lake
Village of of Fraser Fraser Lake Lake has has the the following following vehicle vehicle for for sale: sale: Village 1996 Ford Ford 350 350 4WHDR 4WHDR 1996 speed auto auto w/OD w/OD 33 speed Crew Cab, Cab, White White with with black black dump dump box box Crew Truck isis equipped equipped with with an an electronically electronically controlled controlled Truck dump box. box. Approx. Approx. 85,500 85,500 kms kms dump sehicle to to be be sold sold as as is, is, where where isis at at its its current current location locaƟon in in Vehicle the Fraser Fraser Lake Lake Public Public Works Works Yard Yard compound. compound. Buyer Buyer will will be be the responsible for for all all and and any any associated associated costs costs of of removal removal of of said said responsible vehicle from from Public Public Works Works Yard, Yard, within within an an agreed aŐreed upon upon time Ɵme vehicle period, once once full full payment payment has has been been made made at at Municipal Dunicipal Office Oĸce period, and all all criteria criteria of of final Įnal sale sale has has met met with with Administrative AdministraƟve officials oĸcials and full approval. approval. Only Only cash, cash, certified cerƟĮed cheque cheque or or debit debit payment payment will will full be accepted. accepted. For For viewing viewing please please call call 250-699-6562. 250-699-6562. be denĚersTenders will ďewill accepteĚ ƵnƟl pril at noon at the Village Sealed be accepted until ϴApril 8, 2013 at noon at oĸce. the Village office. Wlease send senĚ to to Clinton linton Mauthe DaƵthe Chief hief Administrative ĚŵinistraƟve Officer, Kĸcer͕ Please 2ϭ0 Carrier arrier Crescent, rescent͕ Fraser Fraser Lake Lake BC VOJ VK: 1SO ϭ^K 210
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The Fraser Lake Elementary-Secondary School is now accepting proposals for its concession and school meal program. The successful applicant must be able to work closely with the school meal coordinator in planning and delivering meals. The proposal must include a sample one-month original menu that would meet 1/3 of a student’s daily requirements according to the Canada Food Guide. The program will start the Àrst full week of school (Sept. 9, 2013) and continue each day that school is in session. Please base your package on an average of 70 meals per day. In addition to the meal program, the successful applicant will be responsible for providing the food and beverages for sale to students and staff. The proposal must include a list of foods, beverages and snack items for daily consumption and their Àxed price (must comply with Healthy School guidelines). The concession will start the Àrst full day of school (Sept. 4, 2013) and continue each day that school is in session. Proposals must be delivered to the school by 12:00 noon, Friday, June 28, 2013. The lowest package price may not necessarily be accepted. This proposal may be extended, under the same terms and conditions, by mutual agreement for more than one year. For more information please contact Lisa Ketlo, Principal (250) 699-6233).
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Canadian Agricultural Safety Week organizers want to help farmers close that gap. So this year, CASA and CFA are encouraging farmers to Get with the Plan! and develop their own written health and safety plans. Written safety plans enable farmers to identify hazards on the farm, and control them via standard operating procedures, outlining emergency actions, and conducting training and investigating incidents, while also putting in place systems for communicating safety-related responsibilities and monitoring the farm for future hazards. CASA has developed the Canada FarmSafe Plan to walk farmers through setting up their own plan.
Canada FarmSafe - a national safety and health plan for farmers Although the majority of Canadian producers (85%) believe safety is a priority on their farm, less than one in ten (9%) currently have a written agricultural safety plan on their farm or ranch. Marcel Hacault, executive director of the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA), says, “When a recent Farm Credit Canada survey of farmers turned up that fact, we knew we had to build a tool to improve the safety record on Canada’s farms. We developed Canada FarmSafe—a process to help farmers manage safety and health on their operations, no mat-
ter the size, location or farm type.” Hacault adds “our goal is to work with partners across the country who will adapt it for their farmers.” CASA’s agricultural health and safety specialist Glen Blahey led the development of Canada FarmSafe. “It’s practical, sensible and it works,” Blahey says. “We’re making a short form available on CASA’s website www.planfarmsafety.ca. We’ll provide all the documents and answer questions on request.” Blahey explains, “Canada FarmSafe goes way beyond hazard assessment check lists. It’s a safety commitment with tools to make safety part of every plan and action on the farm.”
Vehicle and Machinery Safety on the Farm
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lion of this total. Recommendations Make your farm a safer place by developing good practices for operating vehicles and machinery. ◗ Do not operate farm machinery or vehicles when impaired. Impairing substances include alcohol, some medications and drugs. Impairment can also take other forms. These include fatigue, emotional stress and distractions. ◗ Always walk around your machinery or vehicle before starting the equipment. Children, pets, farm animals or debris may be hiding in your blind spots. ◗ Know the terrain of the land that is being farmed. When possible, avoid steep ditches and other areas where rollovers are more likely to occur. ◗ Use machinery and vehicles for their intended purposes only. ◗ Do not carry more passengers on machines or vehicles than recommended. ◗ Always keep your hands, feet and body in general clear of moving parts. Use safety guards and keep the machinery in good repair. ◗ Keep work areas neat and clean. ◗ Underage persons should not operate vehicles or machinery. ◗ Teach children safety fundamentals. This includes clearly identifying where farm machinery and vehicles are operated, and where they may not play. Children need to develop a healthy respect for the potential dangers of being near a moving machine or vehicle, and learn how to stay safe. ◗ If you are the owner/operator of a farm, clearly communicate to your staff that risk-taking involving machinery or vehicles is not allowed or tolerated. Your employees should understand that you expect them to always operate in a safe manner. This includes no speeding and no impaired or
distracted driving. ◗ Make sure operators are competent, confident and capable when it comes to using machinery. If additional training or instruction is necessary, make safety the priority. Take the time to read manuals, ask questions and consult industry experts who can give you answers. ◗ Have an emergency plan and review it often with anyone who is regularly at your farm. This plan should include contact information for local emergency responders, and contact information for friends or relatives who can be called if something goes wrong. ◗ Motorists, give farm-machinery operators the room they need on the road. Be patient and pass with caution when it is safe to do so. Like many aspects of farming life, safety is a shared responsibility and a team effort. It is absolutely necessary that everyone does their part to reduce injuries or deaths involving machinery and vehicles. Safety on the farm not only saves time and money, it reduces human suffering. Together, everyone can make the farm a safer and healthier place to live, work and play.
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Picture a farm and you might imagine a quaint, wholesome place complete with green tractors, baby animals and hay bales. While this picture is idealistic, the tragic reality is that farms can be deadly places for their occupants, workers and visitors. Machinery greatly increases efficiency and productivity in farm workplaces, but at the same time introduces some deadly hazards. In fact, 70 per cent of agricultural fatalities are machine-related due to machine rollovers, runovers and entanglements. This National Farm Safety Week, the Canada Safety Council encourages all farming families, workers, and visitors to recognize the vital need for safety around all vehicles and machinery on the farm. Our goal is to raise awareness of the deadly hazards that exists and provide recommendations about what can be done to prevent injuries and tragedies. The statistics From 1990 to 2008, an average of 104 people died every year from agricultural incidents in Canada, according to the Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting (CAIR) program. Agriculture ranks the fourth most hazardous industry in Canada, with 12.9 deaths per 100,000 farm population. Agriculture creates a unique environment, where children have direct access to the workplace. The most common locations for agricultural fatalities involving children are fields and the farm yard. Of the 248 children who died due to agriculture-related injuries between 1990 and 2008, 63 per cent of the fatalities were machine-related. Seventy per cent of agricultural fatalities occurred from May to October, and 92 per cent of people who died in agricultural injury events were male. Along with the human loss and suffering, economic losses from largely predictable and preventable agricultural incidents cost $465 million in one year. Transportation collisions accounted for $91 mil-
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