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Chum salmon returns have been plentiful in Bella Coola this year
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Vancouver Coastal Health ends agreement with United Church Health Services BY CAITLIN THOMPSON Community members received a mail-out last weekend from the United Church Health Services Society (UCHSS) detailing the termination of their affiliation agreement with Vancouver Coastal Health. The transfer of all programs and services from UCHSS to VCH will be complete by June 2014. Although VCH’s present agreement with the United Church dates back to 2001, the United Church has provided health care on B.C.’s central coast for 124 years. For the first 60 years it was largely funded by the church. In 1889, Dr. Albert Bolton traveled
by boat throughout the Central Coast offering medicine and surgeries. He started the first hospital in River’s Inlet, and in 1902 a new seven-bed hospital was built in Bella Bella. In 1927, the embattled Bella Coola Hospital Board asked The United Church of Canada to take over its operations. Fast-forward to the 1990s, when local hospital boards were fighting to keep local, community control of health. In 2001 the province proposed streamlining administration into ‘super-boards,’ and the denominational facilities, which included the United Church hospitals, managed to retain local, com-
munity control with their own hospital boards in affiliation with a health authority. Although the United Church was once responsible for 32 hospitals in isolated locations across Canada, this latest termination will see United Church hospitals reduced to just two: Hazelton, B.C., and Lamont, Alberta. While UCHSS Board Chair Lynn Nelson is saddened to see the agreement end, she is also very proud of the work that the United Church has done on behalf of the people of the Central Coast. “The United Church has a long-time, significant relation-
ship with the communities of the Central Coast,” said Nelson. “The patients we serve are our neighbours, friends, colleagues, and family, and yet we maintain an impeccable record of confidentiality and professionalism.” “Our team initiated programs for the recruitment and retention of rural physicians and other staff 40 years ago – far ahead of other health institutions in Canada,” Nelson continued. “Our most valuable contribution has been employing such a gifted, committed team of care professionals, over such a significant history – from before the flu of 1918, to after the 1980s AIDS crisis. We are
very proud of our record of offering our communities world-class health care, in a rural, isolated setting.” VCH did not consult directly with the community before the decision, but its executives and staff did meet with Bella Coola General Hospital Council, staff, physicians, and the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council earlier in August to begin the transition in Bella Coola and Bella Bella. VCH claims that the reason for the termination is to provide better governance and services to the two hospitals on the Central Coast. SEE THE UNITED ON PAGE 3
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Bella Coola Seventh-Day Adventist Church Saturday Service Song & Bible Study For Adults & Children 9:30 am Sabbath School Program 10 am Bible Study Church Service 11 am Bella Coola Adventist Academy Offers a Christian Learning Environment for Grades K - 9 Grades 10 - 12 Distance Learning through West Coast Adventist School
Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church
CHANGE IN CLINIC HOURS Effective Tuesday September 3, 2013 the Bella Coola Medical Clinic will be open Monday through Friday from 12 noon to 4:50 pm Phone hours will be from 9:00 - 11:00am and 12 noon - 4:30pm
Sunday Communion Service 10:30AM
Services of the United Church of Canada
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To register or for information email Marie Jones at tmariejones@telus.net Or Call Nicola at 250 982-0045
Grades 6 & 7
Monthly Mass Saturday Evening 6:00PM
Michael Kidston
Augsburg Church Hwy. 20 Hagensborg Sunday: Regular Services & Sunday School 10:30am
Dance Classes Starting early September
Sir Alexander Mackenzie School Supply List
Call Susan to conrm 250-799-5618
Principal Rebecca Landry 799-5910
STEPPIN’ OUT WEST DANCE ACADEMY
BC Land Surveyor
Emmanuel Church Bella Coola Sunday Service 7pm
8 packages loose-leaf paper (lined)package page divider 3 package Duotang covers (or 2 small/medium binders and 2 pkg. Duotangs) 10 packages of HB pencils – good quality only – with names on pencils 5 glue sticks (no bottle glue) 1 bottles liquid paper 1 ruler (plastic or wooden, no metal edges) 4 erasers 10 pens (blue or black) 2 red pens 1 pencil case or box 1 set pencil crayons 1 set coloured felt markers 1 geometry set 1 pair scissors 4 highlighter pens 2 boxes of Kleenex (send at beginning of year) 1 water bottle
Grade 8 – 12 9 packages loose-leaf paper (lined)package page dividers 1+ binder 10 packages of HB pencils – good quality only – with names on pencils 2 glue sticks (no bottle glue) 2 bottles liquid paper 1 ruler (plastic or wooden, no metal edges) 2 erasers 10 pens (blue or black) 2 red pens 1 pencil case or box 1 set pencil crayons 1 set coloured felt markers 1 geometry set 3 pair scissors 4 highlighter pens 1 water bottle Absolutely vital supplies: Regular calculator in Grades 8 and 9 Graphing calculator in Grades 10-12 All students need non-marking gym shoes to participate in PE in the new gym!
Minister Cynthia Breadner
Will be in Bella Coola September 3 - 6.
Everyone Welcome
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“We want to thank the United Church Health Services Society for their work and partnership,” said Anna Marie D’Angelo, Senior Media Relations Officer with VCH. “However, this transition is necessary for simplifying governance within the region.” Dr. Patricia Daly, Chief Medical Health Officer with VCH, maintains that present services will be maintained and improved, and all UCHSS staff will see their contracts transferred to VCH, with no reductions in staffing. “The services will stay the same and we expect they will improve,” said Dr. Daly. “This transition will allow us to access more expertise from the VCH region, which may result in more visits from specialists and other VCH staff.” Daly also confirmed that services such
as Mental Health’s popular TeleHealth service and the Express Tickets would remain unchanged. Nelson says she understands VCH’s need to streamline operations and supports their intention to listen to the communities, but also feels that the valuable role the UCHSS played in advocating for the community cannot be underestimated. “It is our deepest hope that the transition from UCHSS to VCH is a smooth and positive experience for Bella Bella and Bella Coola. We understand that VCH is wanting to involve the community in the planning and delivery of health services in a very real way,” said Nelson. “UCHSS will no longer be in Bella Bella and Bella Coola, but The United Church of Canada will continue to advocate for these communities – and
for just and equitable health care for all Canadians.” Dr. Daly says she understands community concern over the loss of the UCHSS advocacy role, but says that VCH is committed to community engagement, and that the process of community engagement is set to begin this fall. “VCH does manage a number of other rural areas, so we do understand the unique challenges of delivering services in remote locations,” she said. “However, we are committed to a community consultation process with Bella Coola and Bella Bella to get a better sense of what’s working and what needs to be improved.” Another key factor in the termination of the agreement with the UCHSS is the growing role of the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA). The FNHA was established in
The United Church has been providing health care services in Bella Coola since 1927 (Bella Coola Museum photo) 2007 and works with B.C. First Nations, government partners, and others to improve health outcomes for B.C. aboriginals. Mandated by a number of health agreements and direction given by B.C. First Nations leadership, the FNHA will soon be responsible for steering the healthcare delivery of First Nations people in B.C. “I cannot comment directly on the role of the FNHA, but VCH does have a part-
nership accord with the FNHA to improve the health of aboriginal people within our region,” Dr. Daly confirmed. “There is some overlap in services, and VCH is still responsible for much of the healthcare services utilized by First Nations people, but the important thing about the FNHA is that it gives First Nations people control over their healthcare resources.” The FNHA, which will take over for
Health Canada as of October 1, will plan, design, manage, and fund the delivery of First Nations health programs and services in B.C. These community-based services are largely focused on health promotion and disease prevention. While specifics of the new system are not yet concrete, the point is that - for the first time in Canada First Nations people will design and deliver their own healthcare
which is set to their standards and aimed at addressing their objectives. Doug Kelly, grand chief of B.C.’s Sto:lo Tribal Council also chairs the First Nations Health Council, which advocates for the FNHA. He said the FNHA will do a better job of ensuring that proper health care is delivered to B.C. aboriginals, about 60,000 of whom live on reserves. “You’ve got a service model that will change over time,” Kelly said. “Under the present system, services are not delivered effectively and consistently at a high standard to First Nations. I’m proud of the work we’re doing. We’re leading the way.” Locally, VCH is expected to begin community consultation this fall. The Coast Mountain News will continue to provide updates as they become available.
61st Annual Bella Coola Fall Fair Sunday, September 8, 2013
Fair Books and Entry Forms are available at the Farmer’s Market (Sunday’s 10am - 1pm) or anytime at Homestead Accommodations in Bella Coola
Raffle tickets will be for sale on Fair Day or you may see us around town selling them
Deadline for Entry Forms - Tuesday, September 3 - Lobelco Hall - 12pm - 5pm or mail forms and payment to: Bella Coola Fall Fair Association Box 157, Bella Coola, V0T 1C0
Friday, September 6 - Drop off exhibits between 5 - 7pm at Lobelco Hall Saturday, September 7 - Judging of Exhibits takes place - Dog Show is cancelled
Photos from the Bella Coola Museum
Sunday, September 8 - FAIR DAY 11:30 am - Line up for parade on North Grant Rd MASQUERADE THEME 12 noon - Parade and opening of Fair 1pm - Logger Sports begin 4pm - Announcement of Raffle Winners
Come out to support the 61st Bella Coola Fall Fair! Questions? Call Sherri at 250-799-5518
1967 Fall Fair Queen Marilyn Kosmonek
Pierre Trudeau at the 1970 Fall Fair with Dorothy Mecham
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Enjoy the 2013 Bella Coola Fall Fair!
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Bella Coola Fall Fair Logger Sports Organized by Bella Coola Community Forest
1:00 pm Sunday, September 8, 2013
Men’s and Ladies’ events
(No experience necessary to participate. Must be 19 years or older.)
Choker Race Nail Driving 2 Man Cross Cut Firewood Chop Obstacle Buck Axe Throw Horizontal Axe Chop Speed Buck (bring own high powered saw) Tug-of-War (8 person teams, no caulks or
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to Bella Coola for the summer to participate in the Aboriginal Pre-Cadet Training Program (APTC). The program offers Canadian Aboriginal peoples aged 19 – 29 the opportunity to experience daily police work with the RCMP. Morton attended a three-week training session at the RCMP Academy (Depot) in Regina, Saskatchewan, which included collaborative problem-solving skills, law enforcement techniques, public speaking and cultural diversity. Elements of physical fitness and drill are incorporated into the training, which promote teamwork and provide candidates
with long-term strategies to meet their personal fitness goals. After successful completion of the APTP course, candidates are posted to an RCMP detachment in or near their home community (Bella Coola in Morton’s case) where they work with police officers. Activities and duties depend on the need of the detachment but include crime prevention and community policing initiatives. Morton has fully enjoyed working at the office in Bella Coola, and was greeted with a very positive reaction from his home community. “The community has been really supportive,” said
Robbie Morton is taking part in RCMP work experience. Morton. “But it did give everyone a shock when they saw me in uniform for the first time!” After nearly three months of shadowing various constables in the Bella Coola office, Morton is ready to set his sights on his
application to become a full-time member of the RCMP. “This has been a great start to my chosen career,” said Morton. “Now I’m going to focus on becoming a full-time member of the RCMP.”
Open House held to discuss local electoral area restructuring
Central Coast Regional District Box 186, Bella Coola, BC V0T 1C0 Ph: (250) 799-5291 Fax: (250) 799-5750
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Like many aspiring police officers before him, Robert (Robbie) Dean Edgar-Morton knew from a young age that he wanted to pursue a career in the RCMP. “I grew up knowing that I wanted to be an RCMP officer,” he says. “It’s not really explainable, it’s just something I have known since I was young.” Morton is a very familiar face to the residents of Bella Coola. Having been born and raised here, the 21 year-old recently completed three years of schooling in Criminology and Law Enforcement at the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology in preparation of his application to the RCMP. Morton returned
There was a public open house meeting held at the Lobelco Community Hall at 7:00 pm August 21, 2013 facilitated by Ken Dunsworth. The meeting was not a gripe session with respect to the Central Coast Regional District (CCRD), or about any proposals regarding local governance, or options for electoral area re-structuring of the CCRD. The meeting was about having a say, as a community, regarding the evaluation of all logical and viable options of any local governance model or electoral area re-structuring ideas individuals or the Province may be working on or towards. The meeting focused on understanding the information regarding re-structuring; about having community input; and the formation of a working
group (proposed five individuals) to work on behalf of the community to: 1) carry out discussions and communications with the Province, individuals proposing re-structuring and an independent professional re-structuring consultant when appointed by the Province, 2) communicate back to the community via newsletters, and 3) to hold several public meetings regarding its investigations, findings and discussions regarding the best options for a governance model. In 1993/94 the Central Coast Regional District (CCRD) commissioned a re-structure study by the Province. A report was produced by Municipal Management Services in February 1994. The report indicated, among other things: “The geophysical area of the CCRD is relatively rich in resources,
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poor in assessment base, well-endowed in tourism potential, sparse in population base, low in employment opportunity, relatively favoured in access to senior government programs, reasonably equipped with education and medical facilities and services, challenges with native/nonnative jurisdictional issues – and relatively remote in provincial context. Much of what happens in the geophysical area of the CCRD is dictated by what happens outside the geophysical area of the CCRD – by markets, by senior government funding, by the economy, and by other factors. The CCRD’s ability to deal with the “outside greater community” is closely related to how well it can coordinate its own resources (people, tax dollars, services, etc.) locally”. The Province in a communication dated November 14, 2012 to
the CCRD board stated: “they will entertain the options for such a study after the administrative issues have been solidified and a new, permanent Chief Administrative Officer is in place”. The Chief Administrative Officer is now in place and various folks have been working on and proposing different governance models and ideas to the Province and CCRD board. The CCRD board has been in contact with the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development in this regard. The Restructuring process follows a Provincial Guide entitled: Managing Changes to Local Government Structure in British Columbia: a Review and Program Guide. The guide has a mandate, and any Working Group Terms of Reference (TOR) and the process are described in the pro-
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gram guide. Ken in his presentation, however outlines that “we as a community may wish to include these additional items in the TOR: to enter into and continue discussions, and to carry out consultations regarding CCRD re-structuring and to keep the residents informed by: issuing brief monthly community news letters; and, reporting back to the residents by holding several public meetings prior to acceptance any report and analysis of the Re-Structuring Study Consultant. The public turnout was poor and the folks that attended suggested that a further public meeting should be held on October 1, 2013. A small working group was formed to assist with preparing a further public meeting in October. Stay tuned for the time and place on October 1 regarding this public meeting.
STAFF: Editor: Caitlin Thompson Contributors: Simon Schopman, Ken Dunsworth Consultant: Angela Hall
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Bella Coola Food Bank is looking for more volunteers hampers through the Community Support Society. The Bella Coola Community Support Society, with a lot of work on Judith Hamilton’s part, was able to register with the Canadian Food
Banks and have more access to food. With the generous help of Hagensborg Mercantile’s “Toonie at the Till” program, donations from the local Co-op, food drives, CBC fund raising, business and com-
munity donations, and the help of many volunteers, the Community Support Society is able to provide some access to food through monthly Food Banks. This year we had help through individuals completing
Community Service Hours. Many thanks go to Marietta Hans, who volunteers as our Food Bank co-coordinator. The Society has monthly Food Bank meetings to discuss registration, organizing volunteers, fund raising and other
issues related to operating the Food Bank. Each Food Bank needs a minimum of 10 individuals to set up and distribute the food monthly. The Community Support Society provides charitable tax receipts to
Bella Coola Ag Society pleased that CCRD declared GE free zone The Bella Coola Valley Sustainable Agricultural Society would like to compliment the Central Coast Regional District for joining 50 other coastal municipalities in declaring itself a genetically engineered (GE) free zone! The resolution was made in April at the annual general meeting and convention held by the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities (AVICC). What does it mean? Ultimately, the statement suggests that the Bella Coola Valley supports a long-term food security plan. Cross-pollination from GE plants to the plants we know and depend on will cause unpredictable and irreversible changes in DNA. New animals are being made and cross-breeding could jeopardize the strength and diversity in natural lineages. Particularly, this would be a marketability concern for farmers who are proud to say that their product is natural and organic.
What’s wrong with genetically modified organisms (GMO’s)? Studies conducting experiments of feeding GMO foods to mice result in the findings of increased allergies, infertility and stomach ulcerations, to name a few. There has yet to be a proper study completed on the effects on humans but since the introduction of GMO’s in 1996, chronic disorders, immune system dysfuntion, autism and allergies amongst people have clearly increased. Why create GMO’s in the first place? Most GMO plants are made to tolerate specific chemical herbicides and pesticides such as Monsanto’s product, RoundUp, which has been linked to sterility, cancer, hormonal disruption and birth defects. The “EnviroPig” uses DNA from mice to reduce phosphorus in the feces; the GM Apple “will not brown”; Chinook Salmon spliced with Eel will grow twice as fast;
Bella Coola RCMP Report Cpl. Dionne Bella Coola RCMP file 2013-737: On August 26, 2013 a girls bicycle was found in Bella Coola and delivered to the RCMP Detachment, the owner of the bike can contact the detachment to claim the bike by correctly identifying it. Bella Coola RCMP file 2013-724: On August 23, 2013 Bella Coola Detachment received a report of a hit and run to a blue Dodge Dakota pickup on the pas-
senger side. The damage occurred at the front and rear passenger doors of the extended cab truck. The incident may have occurred that day on Cliff Street. If you have information regarding any of these incidents, please call Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222-8477 or the Bella Coola RCMP at 250 799-5363. Crime stoppers also subscribes to web tips at www.bccrimestoppers.com
and GM Alfalfa, well, is apparently totally unnecessary. The common denominator is this: once the big companies create a new product, they can actually patent the DNA strain, own that “seed” and make users pay for it. What are people doing about it? Europe just became the first to implement a continental wide ban on insecticides as a result of increasing evidence suggesting that neonicotinoids, widely used on GE crops, are linked to the decline of bees and other pollina-
tors. Countries such as Japan, Ireland and Saudi Arabia have bans on the cultivation of GE crops, 61 countries around the world have mandatory GE food labeling laws, including China and Russia, and many more countries have significant restrictions and limitations on the distribution and experimentation with GE plants and animals. Canada grows four GE crops and five more are currently under review for consideration. We have no labeling laws, official bans or restrictions on importation or distribution.
Although avoiding GE contamination is easier in a remote valley such as the Bella Coola, a narrow valley is at high risk for diseases to “go viral”. Neighbours downstream or downwind could see cross-pollination and possible adverse effects on those irreplaceable and dependable climatized seeds that have been kept for years. A regional commitment to keep our fields GE free is an essential foundation piece in food sovereignty. Congratulations Central Coast!
Dr. Carolyn Walsh
VETERINARIAN
Large and small animal veterinary services will be in Bella Coola
September 12, 13 & 14, 2013 • Spay, neuter & vaccinations • Flea products & dewormer • Equine services
Chinook Veterinary Services
For further information or to book an appointment call (250) 267 7654 OR email chinookvet@gmail.com To reach me in Bella Coola call (250) 799 5922 or stop in and say hello!
CENTRAL COAST REGIONAL DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The CCRD is seeking Financial Audit Services for 2013-2017. Information packages may be obtained from the CCRD or can be found on the CCRD website at www.ccrd-bc.ca. Three (3) proposals (original plus 2 copies) should be placed in a sealed envelope marked “Financial Audit Services” and mailed or hand delivered to: Central Coast Regional District 626 Cliff St., Box 186 Bella Coola, British Columbia, V0T 1C0
Congratulations to all the organizers & volunteers
Bella Coola Air Ltd. (250) 982-2545
Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that Capacity Forest Management of Campbell River, BC on behalf of Kitasoo Forestry Limited Partnership intends to make application to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNR), North Island – Central Coast District for a Temporary Permit for the purpose of Log Handling, file #1414099, situated on un-surveyed provincial crown land covered by water located in Nowish Inlet and Jackson Passage. For more information or to make written comments, please contact: Wesley Cutting of CFM at (250) 287-2120, wescutting@capfor.ca, or Kathy Howard, MFLNRO, Lands Officer: (250) 956-5006, kathrynhoward@gov.bc.ca. The review and comment period will last 30 days from August 15th, 2013. Comments will be received until September 15th, 2013. FLNR office may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Comments can also be posted at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index. jsp?PrimaryStatus=pending Please be sure to cite the Applicant’s name and the location of the proposed activity and File Number for reference. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at FLNR office. RODERICK ISLAND
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Proposals will be received on or before 3:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on Friday, September 27th, 2013. Proposals received after this date and time will not be considered. There will be no public opening for this RFP. This is not a tender and the CCRD reserves the right to accept or reject any or all RFP’s, to waive defects in any submitted documents, and to accept any offer which it may consider to be in the best interest of the CCRD. The CCRD is not responsible for any costs incurred by the Contractor. Enquiries may be directed to Donna Mikkelson, CFO, Chief Financial Officer at cfo@ccrd-bc.ca.
anyone wishing to make a financial contribution to the local Food Bank. If you have an interest in the Food Bank please contact Marietta Hans at Elders Centre or Teresa McCausland at 250 799 5588.
Enjoy the 61st Annual Bella Coola Fall Fair!
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2013 FALL FAIR! Closed Monday, September 2 for Labour Day Open Daily: Monday to Saturday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Last Sunday opening September 8
Hundreds show up for public hearings into Taseko’s ‘New Prosperity’ project Files from CBC News More than 400 people showed up Monday at the first day of public hearings into Taseko’s proposed $1-billion open pit gold and copper mine near Williams Lake, B.C.Taseko says the New Prosperity proj-
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SCHOOL DISTRICT#49 (Central Coast) 2012 - 2013 BUS SCHEDULE MORNING BUSES:
George’s Bus: 1) Townsite Gr. 6-12 to SAMSS: First pick-up at 8:00 am Emmanuel United Church and Hospital Residence, and Gr. 6-12 from Grant Road to SAMSS 2) 4-Mile all four stops Gr. 6-12 to SAMSS:First pick-up at 8:30 am Leonard’s Bus: 1) End of Saloompt Road to Currie’s to SAMSS and BCE: First pick-up 8:22 am at Brekke Road 2) Pick-up at 4-Mile, all four stops at 8:40 am to BCE Stephen’s Bus: 1) Firvale including Smith subdivision and stops up to and including Allison Road: First pick-up 8:00 am in Firvale, and 8:18 am in Smith Subdivision 2) Hagensborg, Lower Bella Coola to Grant Road to BCE: First pick-up 8:30 am at SAMSS
AFTERNOON BUSES:
George’s Bus: 1) Depart SAMSS (Gr. 6-12) to Grant Rd and Townsite at 3:37 pm 2) Depart SAMSS (Gr. 6-12) to 4-Mile at 4:15 pm Leonard’s Bus: 1) Depart BCE to 4-Mile to SAMSS at 3:15 pm 2) Depart SAMSS to Saloompt at 3:37 pm Stephen’s Bus: 1) Depart from BCE to Lower Bella Coola to SAMSS at 3:15 pm 2) Depart from SAMSS to Allison Road East at 3:37 pm
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
1) Depart BCE at 4:30 pm 2) Depart SAMSS at 5:00 pm
ect will create about 700 direct jobs and produce $10 billion in revenue for the federal and provincial governments over its 20-year lifetime. Williams Lake business owner Lorne Doerksen says the mine would be a huge benefit to B.C.’s Cariboo region. “That amount of money coming into this community could really help,” he said. “It’s been a tough time in our town for a number of years. It’s sort of rebounding a little bit now ... The forest industry has gone through a real tough cycle. They are coming out of it, but we still see a community shrinking.” Ervin Charleyboy, a former chief of the Alexis Creek First Nation, attended the hearing with a blue scarf draped around his neck — a symbol worn by those who support the New Prosperity mine.
Charleyboy didn’t always support the project, but now believes the mine is desperately needed to bring jobs to the region. “I see my young people living from welfare cheque to welfare cheque every month,” he said. “We’ve got nothing out there. After logging, we will have nothing.” Meanwhile, those opposed to the project waved signs bearing slogans like, “Our lakes are worth more than gold.” Xeni Gwet’in councillor Marilyn Baptiste believes the mine will have devastating consequences for the local environment. “It’s very angering to our people,” she said. “Why do we have to go back and review another proposal?” Taseko provided an overview of the project on the first day of hearings, including new plans to move the project’s tailings pond so Fish Lake
can be preserved. The company had initially proposed to drain Fish Lake in an earlier application rejected by the federal government in 2010. The project would be located about 125 kilometres southwest of Williams Lake. The hearings are scheduled to continue until mid-August. Public hearings for a controversial open pit gold and copper mine near Williams Lake are wrapping up this week. The federal government is reviewing Taseko’s New Prosperity mine proposal for the second time. Ottawa rejected the project in 2010 over concerns the mine would destroy nearby Fish Lake. The new proposal will no longer turn the lake into a tailings pond. But UBC fisheries professor John Stockner told the panel the mine will
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destroy a large portion of the lake’s wetlands, ultimately killing the fish. “Fairly soon, the impact will roughly destroy 40 to 50 per cent of the wetlands that drain into the system, and its productivity is completely based upon on what happens in its drainage,” he said. “The amount of organic production in the lake will settle to the bottom, and the fish — within a decade, maybe two — will be asphyxiated one cold, February night. The oxygen will be depleted, and fish, like us, require oxygen.” The panel also heard from project proponents, who maintain there will be a minimal impact to the environment. Supporters also spoke about the project’s economic benefits. Taseko claims the mine will create about 700 direct jobs, and $10 billion in revenue over the mine’s 20-year life span. “We need this mine,” said John Meech, professor of mining engineering at UBC. “It’s one of the top 10 copper-gold ore bodies in the world. And the question isn’t should we mine, but when will we mine?” The final community hearing is today in Dog Creek. Final remarks are on Friday in Williams Lake. The federal government is expected to make a decision on the project some time this year.
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Bella Bella’s only school broken into, vandalized The small community of Bella Bella is in disbelief as to why someone would enter the community’s only school, and cause so much damage just days before school was to reopen, said RCMP Cst. Lesley Smith, North District media relations officer.
Smith said RCMP have confirmed that a lone male entered the school at approximately 4 a.m. on Aug. 23 and once inside, the suspect went on a rampage and smashed TV’s, smart boards, computers, interior and exterior windows. Paint was also
found dumped on the floors and computers. “The damage sustained to the school was estimated at $100,000,” Smith said. “The community is in shock and the children are visibly upset over this senseless act of violence.” The Bella Bella Community
school has been undergoing construction (rebuilding) for the past year and was nearing completion. The school houses grades kindergarten to grade 12 and has as many as 170 students and 56 staff members. The investigation continues as police are
currently viewing the school’s video surveillance system in hopes of identifying the person responsible. RCMP are asking anyone with information pertaining to this crime, to please contact the Bella Bella RCMP at (250) 9572388.
The attack on the school occurred just weeks after a major fire on July 12 destroyed the local store and other businesses. RCMP confirmed earlier that the July 12 structure fire was set by three young girls ages 13, 15 and 16, all from the commu-
nity who were arrested within hours of the initial fire. RCMP and fire investigators will forward a report of their findings to the crown for their review, in order to determine whether charges against the girls are appropriate.
A sensible cannabis policy means decriminalization of possession Dr. Paul Martiquet, Medical Health Officer For many years in Canada and elsewhere, the default approach to marijuana has been prohibition. That this has not worked well is beyond doubt and the time has come to find a better approach. The answer, according to the group SensibleBC, is to decriminalize simple possession of the drug and to redirect policing budgets to more effective pursuits. The reasons for decriminalizing pot possession are simple. First are the cost savings that will accrue as we spend less to charge and prosecute people for simple possession of cannabis. In BC, the number of possession charges has more than doubled since 2005 — we should spend scarce budget dollars more effectively. Public safety would be improved if police officers and resources were focussed on real crime instead of charging people with
possession. Thirdly, public opinion shows that the vast majority of British Columbians agree that possession of cannabis should not lead to a criminal record; two-thirds support marijuana being legally taxed and regulated. These views are consistent in all regions of the province and among voters for all parties. Sensible BC is a group working to decriminalize the simple possession of cannabis in British Columbia through the Sensible Policing Act (sensiblebc.ca/ the-sensible-policingact/). The proposal would amend the Police Act to redirect all police in the province from taking any action in cases of simple cannabis possession by adults. This would apply to all RCMP and municipal police in BC. Some may question the need for this change in legislation, but much of what we think about cannabis in BC is misconceived. Many people think that marijuana possession is ‘basically legal’
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in BC. Not true: BC has Canada’s highest rate of police reported incidents for simple possession of marijuana and BC police spend about twice as much time and money as the national average on dealing with marijuana possession. And the rate of possession charges in BC has been steadily increasing for years, as has the cost to
taxpayers. The taxpayers of BC spent $10.5 million last year, just paying for the police and court resources to detain and convict people for marijuana possession. The need for the Sensible Policing Act is made all the clearer when we consider who is in favour of the change. We start with the Health Officers Council of BC who
state “It is our view that all psychoactive substances, including cannabis, alcohol, and tobacco should be regulated from a public health perspective.” More specifically, they support the direction of the proposed Act. In addition to Public Health organizations, supporters include Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP),
four former BC Attorneys General. Even the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police finds current laws unworkable. In August 2013 at a national convention in Winnipeg, the association asked for the power to hand out tickets for illegal possession of small amounts of marijuana. SensibleBC is spearheading a refer-
endum initiative that starts September 9. The goal is to gather 400,000 signatures. If they accomplish this, there will be a referendum in 2014 to decriminalize marijuana possession. The group has until December 5, 2013 to gather the required signatures. Dr. Paul Martiquet is the Medical Health Officer for Bella Coola.
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Campfires are now permitted within the Coastal Fire Centre Effective at noon on August 26, 2013, the campfire ban in the Coastal Fire Centre was rescinded due to a decreased risk of wildfires. Campfires now will be permitted throughout the Coastal Fire Centre. The public is reminded that campfires cannot be larger than a half- metre high by a half-metre wide. Anyone who lights a campfire must have a hand tool (such as a shovel) or at least eight litres of water available to fully extinguish it. Never leave a campfire unattended and make sure that the ashes are completely cold to the touch before leaving the area. Category Three open fires are permitted throughout the Coastal Fire Centre jurisdictional area. A Category Three open fire is a fire that burns material in piles larger than two metres high by three metres wide, windrows or grass over an area larger than 2,000 square metres. Any person lighting a Category Three open fire in the Coastal Fire Centre
must comply with burning regulations and must first obtain a burn registration number by calling 1 888 797-1717. Small backyard burning piles (Category Two) remain prohibited within the Coastal Fire Centre, except in Haida Gwaii and the area known as “the fog zone”. This includes: The burning of any material larger than a half-metre high by a half-metre wide and up to two metres tall by three metres wide; the burning of stubble or grass up to 0.2 hectares; fireworks, sky lanterns and burning barrels remain prohibited in the Coastal Fire Centre, except in Haida Gwaii and the area known as “the fog zone”. Anyone found in violation of an open burning prohibition may be issued a ticket of up to $345 or, if convicted in court, be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced to one year in jail.
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If the contravention causes a wildfire, the person may be subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 and ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs. The Coastal Fire Centre covers all of the area west of the height of land on the Coast Mountain Range north of the U.S.-Canada border at Manning Park, includ-
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the tip of Vancouver Island and wrapping back to the boundary of the District of Port Hardy. The strip stretches inland two kilometres from the high tide point. The open-burning prohibition covers all BC Parks, Crown lands and private lands, but does not apply within the boundaries of local governments that have forest fire prevention bylaws and are serviced by fire departments. Please check with local governments for any other restrictions before lighting a fire. To report a wildfire, unattended campfire or non-compliant open burning, call 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or dial *5555 on a cellphone. For the latest information on current wildfire activity, burning restrictions, road closures and air quality advisories, visit the Wildfire Management Branch website: www.bcwildfire.ca
Autumn marks a crucial time for families, especially for kids – back to school and the daily routine of class, extra-curricular activities and homework. To ease your child back into the school year, make learning fun outside the classroom to keep their minds sharp. Tech expert, Amber Mac, the co-host of television show AppCentral, shares her tips for helping kids gear up for the school year ahead. Read: Reading is fundamental to childhood development. To make it interactive, replace the television with reading exercises in your child’s downtime.
For example, the LeapReader (by LeapFrog) is a new technology tool that helps children sound out words, read sentences and works with your child’s skill level to improve their reading and vocabulary. “Reading at home bolsters children’s imaginations, develops their interests and above all, is the ideal complement to school studies,” says Amber Mac. Challenge With Games: One of the key ways to make learning fun is to add an entertainment component. Games with an educational foundation are an easy way to ensure your child is learning while having fun. There are a number of kid-friendly tablets available, and one
of the favourites is also from LeapFrog, the new kid-tested, LeapPad Ultra. With over 800 downloadable games, apps and videos for this device, your child will be able to tailor content to best suit their interests. Make It Personal: With the return to the classroom come new wardrobe additions and fresh supplies. Spark your child’s creativity and encourage them to personalize. Whether it’s patches on a backpack, a keychain for their backpack they make themselves, or stickers to personalize their agenda, getting the creative juices flowing will give them a sense of accomplishment and allow them to express their unique
personalities. Schedule time for Fun: Plan educational and fun activities/outings on the weekends. For instance, visit a museum one day, play a word association game the next, or head to a sports game. The key is to switch up the routine and still integrate learning, while helping kids stay inspired and have fun. Keeping kids engaged in learning activities outside of the classroom will ensure their minds are fresh and prepped for the school year ahead. Back to school is a special time for parents and children alike, so make the experience fun and keep the excitement and learning going throughout the year.
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Merchandise for Sale
Rentals
Transportation
$200 & Under
Homes for Rent
Sport Utility Vehicle
Big comfy green chair. Excellent condition. $200 obo. 778412-2239 or 250-305-9046
2 bdrm house with acreage. N/S. Good renters wanted. 15 min. north of town. $1500/mo. 250-989-0361 or 250-2452900
Cyber Shot camera with case. $150 obo. 778-412-2239 or 250-305-9046 NoNo Hair remover. $150 obo. 778-412-2239 or 250-3059046
2000 GMC Yukon XL 2500 Great family vehicle.
Firearms
Seats eight. Fully loaded. Bush bumper and extra lights. 238,857kms. Automatic.
WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Firewood/Fuel Legally obtained firewood, Timber #A91272, $150/measured cord, price will increase Sept 1, 2013 (250)267-7950 Leave message
Garage Sales Garage Sale 926 Dog Creek Rd. Saturday, August 17th 8am to 11am
Transportation
Cars - Domestic 2005 Sunfire. Silver, 2 door, 185,000 kms., auto, new brakes, good running cond. $3000 OBO. 250-989-0361 or 250-245-2900
Large garage sale: 250 Mackenzie Ave S. Good Guys Gardening next to Amanda Bottle depot. Saturday, August 17th from 10am till ???.
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! 40’ Containers under $2500! Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
Cars - Sports & Imports 2003 Mazda Protege. 147,000 kms, excellent condition. New brakes, good tires, air, satellite radio. Great gas mileage. $4500 OBO. 250-398-0368
Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? STEEL BUILDING Sizzling summer savings event! 20x22 $4,188. 25x24 $4,598. 30x36 $6,876. 32x44$8,700. 40x52 $12,990. 47x70 $17,100. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS, Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Misc. Wanted WANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifles and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Motorcycles 2004 Kawasaki 250 Super Sherpa XRL. $3200 250-989-7976
FACTORY DIRECT Wholesale CSA Certified Modular Homes, Manufactured/Mobile Homes and Park Model Homes, We ship throughout Western Canada visit us online at www.hbmodular.com or 1-877-976-3737
Trucks & Vans 1997 Ford F150 XL, 4x4. 4.2 auto, clean, runs great. Dual exhaust, line a bed, mp3 player, amp and sub. New studded winter tires. $5000 obo. 250-398-7791
2000 Ford Ranger XLT supercab. 4x4, 4.0 V6, 5 speed, air, blue with white canopy. Higher kms, but runs great and in good condition. $3900 OBO. 250-3058230
Recreational/Sale 1991 Pinnacle 300 Class “A� motor home. 30 ft. Ford motor and chassis, dash & rooftop a/c, built in microwave, TV & VCR, Onan generator. Lots of extras. Must see! Asking $25,000. 250392-0459
Mobile Homes & Parks
#26 - 1700 Broadway Ave. South in Adult Park level lot, lots of parking space, perfect view of Williams Lake $59,000. obo Ph. (250)392-5095
2005 Yukon Good condition! Leather interior, Sunroof, DVD player. 220,000kms Well maintained. Asking $10,000. Call (250)392-5787
Boats
Real Estate
3 bdrm Double Wide Mobile Home
$8000. OBO (250)398-6180 MAKE US AN OFFER!
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1992 Oakland 26’ RV in excellent condition. Complete new under carriage including wheels, brakes and heavy duty axles. Winter package including enclosed plumbing and double storm window. 4 burner propane stove with oven and mic, A/C. Has never been smoked in. $11,000 OBO. 2002 GMC 2500 Sierra HD Duramax diesel with Allison transmission available to be sold separately or as a pkg. Call 250799-5440
1999 Damon Challenger Class A Motorhome, Ford V10, 33’, one slide, 92,000 km, new tires, brakes & batteries, $24,900 obo. (250)365-7152 Castlegar
2003 Four Winns Fish & Ski Freedom 180 F/S,
fully serviced 4.3L VOLVO PENTA engine, removable side windows for more fishing room, tilt steering, removable seats with interchanging seat posts, rear entry ladder, front control for rear leg trim, full cover with anti pooling poles, electric motor off bow for fishing, custom matched trailer, Bimini top.
This is really a great boat!! $15,000 obo. (250)354-7471 Nelson
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Coast Mountain News Thursday, August 29, 2013
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Judging at the Fall FaiR 1954 second
Fall Fair judges inspecting squash entries Fall Fair held in Bella Coola.
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Coast Mountain News congratulates the Bella Coola Fall Fair Association on 61 years of successful Fall Fairs! Bella Coola Valley Museum photos
the “Pounds” Float at the Fall FaiR 1975
Filling Balloons with heliuM Circa 1970
Fall FaiR Queen Faye Bazille & logging tRuCk 1953
the first Fall Fair queen, Fay Bazille pose d in front of a fully loaded logging truck.
Queen Roxanne Matheson & BRuno 1974 Fall Fair queen, Roxanne Matheson being escorted by Bruno Jersey from the television series “the Beachcombers”.
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Pierre trudeau surrounded by people at
a Fall Fair event.