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Fire at Pinnacle Pellet Staff Writer Burns Lake Lakes District News Burns Lake - At approximately 8:00 am. on Oct. 9, a fire related incident occurred at the Pinnacle Pellet plant in the Burns Lake facility resulting in minor injuries to two employees and more serious, but not critical injuries to a third employee.

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

WorkSafeBC has been notified and the affected area of the plant has been secured to allow for a full investigation.

At the time of the incident, the plant was in a maintenance shutdown. The fire was quickly contained and there are no reports of equipment damage.

Scott McCloy from WorksafeBC said, “WorkSafeBC Preven-

tion officers arrived on scene at about noon.

They will be working to determine what happened and why it happened.

WorkSafeBC officers are coordinating with the RCMP and other regulatory bodies, including the BC Safety Authority, in this regard. At this point, it is difficult to determine how long it will take to determine the cause, but our hope is to determine the cause quickly. It is my understanding that the three workers were in the dryer area at the time of the incident. We have not at this point determined whether there was an explosion or a fire.”

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

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Vanderhoof Chamber 2014

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Carina Cameron-director, Brad Paulson-president, Philip Bayliss-director, Joe Von Doellen-vice president, Don Weaver-director, (missing from picture Lonnie Wiebe-treasurer, Graham Stanley-director and Spencer Siemens-chamber manager). eight years of being a board nity driven because I get out owned three separate small Rebecca Watson member to announce her can- in the community,” said Mr. businesses prior to working Omineca Express didacy of running for mayor. Paulson. “For me the chamber here. I know what communiBrad Paulson was elected the offers the ability to enforce ties ask of their chambers and Vanderhoof’s Chamber of new president and Joe Von positive change in the busi- part of that is connecting busiCommerce held their AGM Doellen was elected new vice ness community and make ness to business. Fortunately I on Oct. 7 which hosted their president. sure the business community work in finance and I know a inhouse election. Jesse Wil“The chamber is about be- is well kept. I am a member of lot of business owners in the son stepped down from her ing a voice for the community the business community as the community and look forward three-year presidency and and I believe I am commu- manager of CIBC, I have also to meeting many more.”

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Revitalizing Vanderhoof brownfield sites

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BRIEFLY BC hydro warns against fake calls Rebecca Watson Omineca Express A new scam has been reported by BC Hydro.

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

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

Customers are also reminded that if an account is in arrears, BC Hydro will send several notices asking for payment in the mail and may also use an automated dialler before power supply is impacted.

To report fraudulent calls call BC Hydro at 1-800-BC-HYDRO, the local police at 250-9968269, and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

Festival of Preforming Arts Rebecca Watson Omineca Express The Nechako Valley Festival of Performing Arts will be on March 9 -25, 2015. It will culminate with the festival concert on Mar. 22.

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

The venue for all disciplines is Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship Church.

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

Rebecca Watson Omineca Express The District of Vanderhoof has decided to take action on one of the brownfield sites in town while also looking into alternatives to determine if some of the town’s other prime real estate can be developed on any time soon.

A decision was made by council last year to start a remediation process at the old Kwik Save station.

The town budgeted $84,500 to remove the gas tanks and $7,500 for environmental assessment but, mayor Gerry Thiessen feels taxpayers shouldn’t be paying at all. “[The old Kwik Save and area beside the coop gas bar] are some of the best functional lands in Vanderhoof, and it’s not right that the tax payers pay more for vacant land when its not being used and just sitting there,” said mayor Thiessen. “It’s not fair these companies make their money, leave it for tax sale and give the bill to tax payers of Vanderhoof for cleanup.”

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

ation liability. The previous owners/operators retain liability under the legislation but often the problem is there are few if any resources to direct at it.

The old Kwik Save station, previously owned by a private oil company, sat unused for years until the land was eventually sold to the town by default tax sale.

The fenced area across the street is still owned

by Imperial Oil yet has sat vacant for over a decade. Known and possible contamination on both sites has left the District’s hands tied for future development.

John Skowronski, director of Canadian fuels at the western division of The Canadian Petroleum Products Industry association, says that oil companies do have a legal responsibility to measure exposures and are obligated to continue monitoring the site, however, fully rehabilitating the land has no set timeline.

“We have to make sure its not impacting anyone else, which I think is pretty good,” said Mr. Skowronski.

“If the market took off and property in Vanderhoof was going for one million dollars it may speed up [the remediation] process but chances are it will be managed over the long term.

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

There are two brownfield sites in Vanderhoof that have been

and the Green Municipal Fund cannot be used for remediation. Basically, any money needed for cleanup would be extended directly from tax payers or the town must wait for those responsible.

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

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

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UGLY: This fenced off property is still owned by Imperial Oil but has sat vacant for over a decade while they continue to ‘monitor’ the land. grassed over. City councillors feel the HWY 16 corridor could use more commercial development, not more parks.

Possible funding opportunities such as the gas tax funds can only be used for the creation of public infrastructure

ment, says this is one of the biggest issues in the north that isn’t resonating with petroleum producers.

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

During last months UBCM convention, mayor Gerry Thiessen presented Mary Polak, the BC Minister of Environment, a written document proposing that legislation be made regarding timely responsibility for reme-

diation of contaminants left behind. It noted that perhaps funding could also be introduced to assist local governments with brownfield remediating on properties they own.

The Ministry of Environment told Black Press in an email that they do recognize the need to address challenges (and opportunities) surrounding brownfield sites and will include a focus on the issue during the upcoming review of the remediation provisions of the provincial Environmental Management Act. “Part of mine life is to reclaim the land and put it back to natural wildlife. Why would the oil companies be any different but, what we’re facing is a problem every community across BC is facing,” said mayor Thiessen.

“Our community is continually growing and that commercial land should be there for people who want to use it. [Those areas] could be a community centre or retail store but I’m not holding my breath. It’s one of these things that will have to be continually advocated for with a push of government and ministry having a sense of responsibility to clean them up.”

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Express Mistake costs Chamber bylaw submittance Board members of the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce may have to re-write newly written bylaws because of incorrect information given by Corporations Canada.

Rebecca Watson Omineca Express A major topic of interest at Vanderhoof’s 2014 Chamber of Commerce AGM was a mistake made by Corporations Canada regarding chamber bylaws.

In 2012 Corporations Canada forwarded a package to all the Chamber of Commerce buildings across the country. The information mistakenly told board members to switch their title of bylaws from Board of Trade to Not For Profit. This incorrect info caused the chamber in Vanderhoof, along with many other chambers throughout BC, to change their bylaws title. The time frame to submit revised bylaws is two years so when the chamber went to submit them this year,

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

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

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

Allan Bieganski, a member of the chamber stood up and said, “We can still operate under them just don’t file them [yet].”

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

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

Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Innergex Renewable Energy is closing in on their final stages of the BC Environmental Assessment process to develop a wind farm in close proximity to Vanderhoof.

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

“[Wind farms] are a solution to climate change.

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

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

Last

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

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

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

project will have.

The farm blueprints presently call for a maximum of 70 turbines creating upwards of 210 MW annually.

That amount of energy would power 50,000 – 59,000 households each year.

Noise pollution is an ongoing concern for some residents who have heard of issues with other municipalities.

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

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

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

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Time for truth in B.C. treaty talks Tom Fletcher Black Press Three years ago, long-time chief and band administrator Sophie Pierre sought an extension of her term leading the B.C. Treaty Commission and gave a warning. The federal and provincial government should start taking this long and costly effort seriously or “shut ’er down.”

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

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

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

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

Another hopeful sign is that after seven years of commissions and studies, the federal government has finally given its negotiators a mandate to negotiate fisheries. This is the main reason why the Tla’amin waited five long years for Ottawa’s blessing after their treaty had been hammered out.

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

Pierre said this court ruling “should destroy any lingering thoughts that this issue is not of the utmost importance, and provide the necessary investment, both financial and time commitment, to reach satisfactory conclusions.”

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

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It’s also becoming clearer that the Tsilhqot’in ruling is unique.

It’s unlikely to be repeated by most other First Nations, even if they are willing and able to spend the years and millions to enrich lawyers in pursuit of it.

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

of the cash settlements that Ottawa contributes to settle modern treaties.

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

starting with loan forgiveness that would allow them to pursue economic activity.

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

Federal and provincial governments must recognize the successes, and the failures.

Wealth in rural areas keep taxes low Dear Editor, I was pleased to hear that Premier Christy Clark spoke strongly in support of our province’s resource economy recently at the Vancouver Board of Trade. She reminded BC’s urban politicians to take note of something BC’s rural politicians already know: namely, that the wealth created by the mining and forestry industries, and soon LNG, is what keeps taxes low for urban dwellers and provides the money for health care and education.

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

Imagine what Vancou-

ver and Burnaby would look like if the misguided duo of Robertson and Corrigan were to actually succeed in shutting down BC’s resource economy.

For example, mining.

Think of all the technical jobs and professional services supported by the mining industry that are located in Vancouver and Burnaby – innumerable engineering, legal, financial, environmental, and supply companies. They would all have to close their doors and move away to greener pastures without this key resource

industry.

Well, that’s the dismally sad future that residents of urban Metro Vancouver would have to look forward to if politicians with the narrow mindset of Robertson and Corrigan have their way. With municipal elections fast approaching, let’s hope urban voters in Vancouver and Burnaby understand BC’s economy better than their current mayors do.

It’s time for urban BC to get in synch with our rural wealth creators.

Randy Rinaldo, Burnaby, BC

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Opposition seeks Mount Polley details

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

Environment Minister Mary Polak said the water results showed “slightly” elevated levels of aluminum and copper in water samples from Quesnel Lake, but water remains safe to drink in the area affected by the plume of

tailings in the lake.

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

50 people.

“I share the concern with the Ministry of Justice that the public release of information related to the tailings facility at Mount Polley may impact investigations by tainting evidence of persons yet to be interviewed or reinterviewed,” Hoffman wrote. Imperial Metals issued a statement last week in response to a Vancouver newspaper report that a 2010 inspection report described a crack found in the Mount Polley dam.

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

with localized settlement of loosely compacted material along the downstream slope of the embankment,” the company said.

NDP energy and mines critic Norm Macdonald referred to reduced inspections at a coal mine in the Kootenays, and a memo from a ministry official in 2010 warning of the risks of reducing mine inspections.

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

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

A great way to get your family involved and teach your children the importance of protecting our environment is to make it engaging. · Make it a competition – who can get the most ‘earth points’ every week or month, earn points by doing something for the environment · Collect your refunds! When you go out for a walk collect those too, not only will you prevent trash build up, but eventually earn some money for treats · Many places, schools, clubs collect everyday items like jars, toilet paper rolls, and other reusable items for crafts. This not only reduces costs for the groups, but reduces your waste · Use your own dishware at picnics, or when you go out to buy coffee, reduce usage of paper or Styrofoam cups. Some restaurants will let you use your own to go containers, and bring some with you when you eat out to avoid getting doggie bags. · Picking up garbage around your own neighbourhood can teach your children about responsibility, and how when they litter it becomes unseemly and someone else’s problem, it helps teach them accountability and respect for the environment. · Best of all.. go out,, and enjoy nature, the more you enjoy and respect it, the easier it is to keep the things you love clean, safe and free from garbage.

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

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Friendship Centre upgrade approved Rebecca Watson Omineca Express The Vanderhoof Seniors Friendship Centre’s awfully outdated bathrooms will soon receive a facelift thanks to the Nechako Kitimat Development Fund.

Ellen Randall, secretary for the senior centre, says the renovation will increase accessibility and sanitation.

“The seniors are living longer but by doing that were getting older and many use aids to get around,” said Ms. Randall. “Were going to widen the doors, completely gut the stalls, get new flooring and install sinks that are censored to be more sanitary.”

The Seniors Friendship Centre is one of seven economicdevelopment projects newly approved by the NKDF. The District of Vanderhoof will receive $30,000 to renovate the

building’s bathrooms that have not been redone since the building was built in 1979. All seven projects combined bring the NKDF fiscal year-to-date total donations to $122,065 across the investment area.

Wayne Salewski, chair of the NKDF, is happy that the senior centre was able to benefit from funding this year.

“We are always pleased to support senior citizens. It has always been a priority for the board, for we realize it’s a place we are all going. We’re pleased to be able to facilitate requests by them and hope to be able to continue in the future,” said Mr. Salewski.

The Seniors Friendship Centre is used mainly for senior activity but each year the building hosts an array of community group

gatherings including weddings, funerals and Christmas work parties. Upcoming events include a Health Day on Nov. 5 where participants can get flu shots and health advice and the Nov.11 Cadets gathering for Remembrance Day. Since the centre slows down with less functions in January, the hope is to have

a contractor start the bathroom renovations in the new year.

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

Nechako Lakes MLA John Rustad was happy with the diversification of funding.

“The NKDF’s investments will help further cultivate community development here in the Nechako region.

Investments like these strengthen our regional economy and make like better for all our citizens.”

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Vanderhoof hosting X-Country Championship NVSS coach has high hopes for his team to come in first again this year north central BC from Burns Lake to Valemont, Fort Nelson to 100 Mile House, will be participating. There are two courses, one for boys and one for girls.

The short course is 4.3 km for the bantam, juvenile, junior and senior girls. The long course is 6.5 km for bantam, juvenile, junior and senior boys.

The race day starts at 9am with awards given at noon. The scoring is based on placing of the first five finishers from each school (girls and boys) and will count toward the team score.

The lowest score wins.

Last year the top girl in the zone race was Oliva Baptiste 15, from Quesnel Jr. Secondary who came 17 at provincials in the junior race.

The top boy last year at the zone meet was Alex Nemethy 17, of NVSS, who came 20 at provin-

Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Runners have tightened their laces, started training and will soon press off from the start line in Vanderhoof during this years cross country championship.

Vanderhoof will host the North Central High School Cross Country 2014 Championships on Oct. 18 at the Nechako Valley Sporting Association. In order for youth to qualify for provincial races, runners must place at the zone meet, said Brian Nemethy, NVSS cross country coach.

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

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“This is [Alex’s] year,” said Mr. Nemethy. “He’s won the past two years and it’s rare to have boys repeat.

I know he will place at the zone meet and I’m expecting him to get top five at provincials.”

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

The last race before the zone meet was in 10 Mile Lake in Quesnel .

Alex came first overal for senior boys running 6.2 km.

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

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

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

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ONLY 8 PRACTICES LEFT! CALLING ALL HANDEL’S MESSIAH CHORUS SINGERS IN THE VANDERHOOF, FORT ST. JAMES OR FRASER LAKE AREA....for all who have participated before in singing Handel’s Messiah with The Northern Orchestra, or for those who are experienced singers and fast learners, practices will begin starting on: Every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m., at the NVSS band room, until Wednesday, December 3rd. Performances will be December 13 & 14, rehearsal times with the orchestra TBA. Please bring your own book to rehearse from. Call Rebecca Gulbranson at 250-567-5446 if you have any questions. *** ADULT BADMINTON...at NVSS gym, Thursdays at 8:30pm, starting Oct 16. Bring your own racquet and wear indoor running shoes. For more info call 250-567-9908. *** THE DATES FOR THE NECHAKO VALLEY FESTIVAL OF THE PERFORMING ARTS ARE...March 9-20, 2015. It will culminate with the festival concert on Mar. 22. Registration ONLINE opens on Dec. 8, 2014 and closes on Jan 15, 2015. The venue for all disciplines is Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship Church. You can view the syllabus and look for any other information on the website at www.musicfestivalweb/nechako. *** GOSPEL MEETINGS...for seven Sundays in the Vanderhoof Library. Until Oct 26, 2-3pm. All welcome. *** GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA...Looking for FUN opportunities and challenges?

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Noon - 3pm, you are welcome to bring your lunch. 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. October 1 thru May 6, 2015. At the Vanderhoof Public Library. *** STORY TIME...stories and interactive rhymes are designed to nurture your child’s love of books. Children ages 3-5, 10:30-11am Thursdays, Until Nov 6, 2014, parents are welcome to stay. At the Vanderhoof Public Library. *** TWEENS BOOK CLUB...enjoy reading and talking about books? Come and share ideas, crafts, activities and games and make new friends. Tweens ages 10 thru 12. 3:30-4:45pm, 2nd Thursday of each month thru March, begins Oct 9, 2014. At the Vanderhoof Public Library. *** LIBRARY BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB...

For adults. Do you enjoy reading, talking about books, meeting people? Join us for the Library Brown Bag Book Club. 3rd Thursday of each month, Sept thru May, noon - 1pm, multi purpose room, drop ins welcomes. Library provides the books. At the Vanderhoof Public Library. *** TEEN BOOK CLUB...enjoy reading and talking about books? Come and share ideas, crafts, activities and games and make new friends. Teens: 3:30-4:45pm, 3rd Thursday of each month thru March, begins Oct 16, 2014. At the Vanderhoof Public Library. *** VANDERHOOF AIR CADETS... Meetings - Tues 6:30-9:30 at the Gospel Chapel For more information call: 250-640-0218 or 250-570-7496 *** STUART NECHAKO MANOR...looking for volunteers. Help needed with outings, Serving meals, entertainment and visits for the residents. Please contact Marnie at

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250 567 6290 for more information. *** VOLUNTEERS NEEDED....Would you like to become part of a team working together to improve the quality of life for stroke survivors? The Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery Group is looking for volunteers to join their team. Vanderhoof Stroke Recovery’s goal is to encourage stroke survivors to improve their lives through education, exercise, work groups, crafts, outings, etc. No special skills required; training and orientation are provided.

Patience and caring understanding a necessity. Volunteers share responsibilities: assisting with activities, exercises, education, crafts, outings, fund raising.

Time commitment: 3 hour meeting each Monday morning (excluding stat holidays), from September through mid-June.

Please contact Penny (250) 567-3966 vanderhoofstrokerecovery@ gmail.com *** 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 DebraAnn Bishop at 250-567-8587 or email at vanderhoofseniors@hotmail.com *** CALLING ALL SENIORS... come and join us for carpet bowling, pool or snooker Monday and Thursday afternoons at the Friendship Centre. We also have cards or bingo on Wednesday evenings. Music nights are also popular and these are the last Friday night of the month. Come and have some fun! Everybody welcome young or golden agers. Call Oscar for more info: 250-567-4582. *** AL-ANON...Has your life been affected by someone elses drinking? The Al-Anon is for you! Meetings held on Mondays at 7pm in Community Room at Omineca Safe Home Society. For more information contact Gail at 567-4318. *** THE NORTHSIDE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE...meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call Brenda, 250 5679705. *** V’HOOF HOSPICE SOCIETY... Do you have a few hours a month to give? Are you sensitive to the special needs of those persons at the end stages of life? Want to be part of a great organization that makes a difference in our community, then we are looking for you. The V’hoof Hospice Society is a not-for profit charity looking for new volunteer members. Our Society has a desire to help others. We are sensitive to the special needs of the dying patient and their families. We do not have personal agendas or “missions” to our Hospice work. Our main fundraising come in the form of donations to our Tree of Life. We are looking for new members to continue this great service. For more info contact Kaytee Drinkwater at 250-996-1702, vanderhoofhospice@gmail.com *** THE FOOD BANK... is in serious need of food donations. Specifically the following is needed: “Chunky” soups and stews and canned milk. *** BADMINTON AT FLESS GYM... Every Thursday at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. come out

and have some fun!

*** THE VANDERHOOF CANCER SUPPORT GROUP...meets the first Friday of every month @ noon at the The Reid. For more info call Karen @ 567-4828. *** ENDAKO HALL SOCIETY...meets every THIRD Wednesday of the month in the hall at 7:30pm. *** THE YELLOWHEAD DRAFT HORSE ASSOCIATION...is an organization for those interested in light and heavy horse driving. Monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month. For more info contact: Jon 250-567-8484. *** NECHAKO QUILTERS GUILD... meets the third Tuesday of the month 9:30 am (Sept.

- May) at Nechako View Seniors Common Room. Fran Sheeley 567-5254. *** THE FRASER QUILTERS GUILD... meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am at the Fort Fraser Community Hall.

Newcomers welcome. *** HOSPICE TREE OF LIFE... is to honour the living as well as to remember and honour those who have passed on. For more info call Kaytee Drinkwater at 250-996-1702 or vanderhoofhospice@gmail.com *** THE FRASER LAKE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in Autumn Services. For further information call Judy at 250-6997763. *** AIR CADET VANDERHOOF 899 SQUADRON...Cadets will meet every TUESDAY night – 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the 480 Connaught St. at the Gospel Chapel.

Anyone age 12 to 18 interested in the Cadet Program is welcome to attend. Any adult interested in assisting in anyway, please contact the officers at the 480 Connaught St. at the Gospel Chapel Tuesday night.

For more information call: Capt. John Callaghan - 250-640-0218, Yvonne Melo 250-690-7496 Evenings. *** AA MEETING... Wednesday, 8:00 p.m.

United Church Hall. 567-8087 or 567-4588 *** FRASER LAKE AA MEETINGS... Tues & Thurs 8:00 p.m. at St. Wilfred’s Church just across from the Village Hall. *** ST. JOHN HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SOCIETY... meets second Tuesday of the month (with the exception of July & August) at 7:00 p.m. in the hospital cafeteria. For further info contact Edna 567-9759 - New members welcome. *** VANDERHOOF LIBRARY HOURS Tuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday 10:00am to 5:00pm & 6:30pm to 8:30pm Thursday 10:00am 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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NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 8 October 2014

Reservoir Elevation: 850.82 m (2791.41 ft.)

SLS Discharge: 33.45 m3/s Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls: 38 m3/s Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 45 m3/s

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Skins Lake Spillway discharge will be maintained at approximately the current level until April 2015 Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ow information for the Nechako River.

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BUILDING INSPECTOR for the DISTRICT OF KITIMAT (Regular Full Time Position) Under the supervision of the Technical Services Manager processes building permit applications, performs inspections, reviews drawings and construction for conformance with legislation, regulations and standards. Explains and enforces municipal bylaws.

The successful applicant will have BOABC or Canadian Registered Building CertiďŹ cation (preference will be given to Level 2 certification or higher) and a minimum Class 5 driver’s license.

This bargaining unit position has a wage scale ranging from $37.94 - $45.90/hour (over 2 years) with a 35 hour work week.

Submit detailed resumes, including references by: October 29, 2014 to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat BC V8C 2H7, Phone (250) 6328900,Fax (250) 632-4995, or e-mail dok@kitimat.ca.

Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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MECHANIC

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

Offering competitive wages & beneďŹ ts.

Apply with resume to: tammy@westlineford.com

Career Opportunities

CERTIFIED JOURNEYMAN WELDER Required for Vanderhoof Machine Works. Must have previous experience in maintenance/repairs.

Will be able to work independently. Service truck experience an asset.

Competitive Wages, BeneƂts & Pension Package, After 3 Months.

Fax: (1)-250-567-2382 Email: info@vanderhoofmachine.ca

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MILLWRIGHTS WELDERS SUPERVISORS FABRICATORS

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

Excellent compensation packages available.

Please call: (1)250.845.3240 or email: ofƂce@monsterindustries.ca or apply online: www.monsterindustries.ca

Help Wanted

PARTS PERSON required for a growing progressive auto/industrial supplier. Experienced applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto & Industrial, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net SERVICE DEPARTMENT Personnel required. Busy expanding Chrysler dealership 40 minutes from Edmonton looking for individuals to fill the following position: Journeyman Automotive Service Technicians. Flat rate system. Wages commensurate with training level and experience. Chrysler experience preferred but not essential, apprentices considered. Apply in person or by writing to: Brown’s Chrysler Ltd., 10447 - 104 Ave., Westlock, AB, T7P 2E4. 1-888-3495566. Fax: 1-780-349-6493.

Attention: Dale Marshall or dfm@brownschrysler.com

Employment

SUPPORTED CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Labourers LABOURERS Houston, BC DH Manufacturing in Houston BC is looking for labourers. Must be reliable, physically fit and willing to work shift work. Starting wage up to $16.75/hr. Benefit package after 3 months employment.

Email dhmnfg@gmail.com

Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) is expanding our Early Childhood Development Team and we have the following positions open.

Supported Child Development Liaison Burns Lake, BC- 16 hr/week Supported Child Development Liaison Vanderhoof, BC -16hr/week Supported Child Development Worker Stellat’en First Nation – 16hr/week QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent • Early Childhood Education Basic and Post Basic Education; or post graduate courses related to child development and special needs (e.g. Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Psychology) with minimum two years’ experience • Basic First Aid Level 1 • Criminal record check For more information, please visit www.csfs.org. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to hr@csfs.org by October 22, 2014.

Help Wanted

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PACIFIC TIMBER

in Burns Lake is looking for MILLWRIGHT. Fabricating and electrical experience an asset.

Does not need to be ticketed.

Must have experience in sawmilling.

Please email resume to .DUO GDUUHWW HPDLO NDUO#SDFLÂżFWLPEHU.FD or fax 250-692-7140

Truck/Equipment Operators Yellowhead Road and Bridge (YRB) Has openings for truck drivers in Vanderhoof.

Operators must have minimum, Class 3 with air endorsement. Operators will be required to operate various types of road maintenance equipment and do some physical labour jobs as the need arises. Interested applicants should send their resume to the Vanderhoof office: Fax: 250-567-3357 OR e-mail: vanderhoof@yrb.ca Applications available at all yards.

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

Phone: 567-3114

“A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN OUR REGION�

37, 3RD Avenue, PH: 250-692-3195 PO Box 820, TF: 800-320-3339 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 FX: 250-692-3305 www.rdbn.bc.ca E-MAIL:inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca

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

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

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

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

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

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ARE YOU $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now & see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783.

DORPER Cross Sheep flock for sale. 15 ewes and 25 lambs. $4500. Phone 250397-4126.

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Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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For Sale By Owner 5 BDRM HOME IN TELKWA FOR SALE OR RENT 3200 sq ft, 4 bath, includes washer & dryer, fridge & stove, dishwasher hot tub, natural gas Rent: $1350 per mnth Sale: $299,000 Contact: 250-845-3315

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Homes for Rent FOR RENT 4 Bedroom home 6 minutes from Vanderhoof.Available November 1,N/S, No Pets.

1100 per month. Phone 250567-2570 or 250-570-9900

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PLUMBING

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Reaching Every Door

Serving Vanderhoof, Fort St. James, Fort Fraser and Fraser Lake

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

EXCAVATING PRAIRIEDALE EXCAVATING Tandem dump truck, 4x4 Backhoe, gravel sales, general hauling, foundations, water & sewer lines and snow removal.

All jobs BIG or small, give us a call!

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Commercial and Industrial Plumbing and HVAC Heavy Water and Civil Construction Water Treatment and Filtration Systems

INSTALLATION & REPAIRS

250-567-5888

ADVERTISING Serving Fort St. James and area since 1972 Pam Berger Publisher

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Homes for Rent House for rent 2brdm, Laundry, Large yard, single garage. Fort Fraser 20 minute communte to Vanderhoof. Ref.Req. $735/mth plus utilities. N/S References required. Damage deposit $400 Call 1-604-240-3784 House for Rent in town,3 bdrm, washer/dryer no pets, references required $900 plus utilities 567-5443

Townhouses 3/bdrm townhouses in a family- friendly complex. Close to downtown, schools & park. $695/mth. 250-567-4430

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Vehicle Wanted WANTED: VW dune buggy with fiberglass body. Please call 604-883-9768.

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Village of Fraser Lake PUBLIC NOTICE Please be advised that the Council of the Village of Fraser Lake will be considering the final adoption of the Village of Fraser Lake Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 763, 2014 at the Council Meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2014 meeting at 5:30 PM in the Municipal Council Chambers. The property tax exemptions listed below are not new exemptions but under the Community Charter, Municipal Council must give notice of the proposed Permissive Tax Exemptions Bylaw No. 763, 2014.

These exemptions are for the 2015 taxation year only and are authorized by the following sections of the Community Charter: Section 224(2)(f) permits Council, by bylaw, to grant further tax exemptions to building set aside for public worship and Section 224(2)(i) permits Council, by bylaw, to exempt from taxation land and improvements “owned or held by an athletic or service club or association and used as a public park or recreation ground for public athletic or recreational purposes�.

Exempt from taxation for properties under Section 224(2)(f) are all remaining lands not occupied by the building.

Exempted from taxation for purposes under Section 224(2)(i) are all lands provided the land is used as a community park.

PROPERTIES AND DOLLAR VALUES EXEMPTED

Boats CANOE FOR SALE 17’6� Hellman “Prospector� (orange with blk trim), Duralite. $900.

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a) Anglican Synod, Diocese of Caledonia Lot 148, Plan 5688, District Lot 2011 Folio 669.00 b) Lakeview Bible Chapel Trustees Congregation, Lots 75-76, Plan 5688 District Lot 617, Folio 598.500 c) Trustees of the Congregation of the Fraser Lake’s Jehovah Witnesses, Lot 51, Plan 5688, District Lot 2011 Folio 575.001

Estimated 2015 Tax Exemption

Estimated 2016 Tax Exemption

Estimated 2017 Tax Exemption

$217.38

$217.38

$217.38

$210.39

$210.39

$210.39

DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF TENDER Removal and Disposal of Underground Fuel Storage Tanks The District of Vanderhoof invites Tenders for: The removal and disposal of four (4) underground fuel storage tanks from a site located at 320 First Street (Highway #16) Proposal Documents will be available during normal business hours at: DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF 160 Connaught Street Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169 This Request for Proposal is scheduled to close: Closing Time:

2:00 p.m. local time

Closing Date:

Friday, October 24, 2014

Address:

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

Direct all inquiries regarding this Proposal call to: Attention: Paul Carver, Director of Operations

$151.39

$151.39

$151.39

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

$148.28

$148.28

$148.28

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

$312.09

$312.09

$312.09

Elizabeth Litke Director of Finance

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

District of Vanderhoof 2014/2015 Winter Maintenance Operations Hired Equipment List Snow Hauling The District of Vanderhoof is soliciting interest from local contractors who would like to be included on our municipal hired equipment list for the 2014/15 winter season to haul snow, on an as needed basis, from municipal thoroughfares to approved dump sites located within municipal boundaries.

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Truck Requirements: O Minimum 10 cubic yard box O Tall side boards consisting of ž inch plywood (minimum) O Side boards minimum 4 feet above box on off-side The District of Vanderhoof offers blue book rates.

Contractors must be available to respond on short notice. Contractors must provide contact numbers where they can be reached 24/7.

Please indicate your interest in writing to the following address: DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF 160 Connaught St. PO Box 900 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169 In your written submission, please provide a detailed listing of available equipment and their availability to be placed into operation.

Direct all inquiries regarding this Hired Equipment Request to: Attention: Paul R. Carver, Director of Operations Ian Leslie, Public Works Foreman

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Fraser Lake signage brightens look of town fect. If it’s not within a sixteenth of an inch he

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

doesn’t put it on.”

Both projects were

a couple years in the making but are now

No university in Canada has a history like UNBC’s.

Imagine 16,000 people calling on government to create a northern university. It happened here. Before UNBC was a university, it was a social movement that instilled a strong sense of ownership, purpose, and adventure in the region, which carries over to our students today.

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

Did you sign the petition?

Share your story.

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

Rebeca Watson Omineca Express Fraser Lake – Driving down the highway or criss crossing through town, residents may notice two new signs in Fraser Lake, if they havn’t already. “[The one on the HWY] is just beautiful, they did a fantastic job,” said Aileen Phillips, who works at Fraser Lake Building Supply Store. “I think it really says what Fraser Lake is all about with the swans and moose cutouts. We do a lot of work with the Village supplying their supply’s and it’s nice to see their project turn out so good.”

The two faces behind both the Fraser Lake sign on HWY 16 and the new Fraser Lake Cemetery sign, are Vern Hilman, public works foreman and Chris MacLeod, a public works employee. Mr. Hilman came up with most of the designs while Mr. MacLeod conquered most of the welding. “[Basically] Chris did the cemetery sign and the downtown sign was a combined effort,” said Mr. Hilman. “But the entire works department had a hand in at some points.”

Mr. Hilman contructed the downtown sign concept from a picture off the internet.

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

“Everything except for a spring latch on the gate that we bought, he made,” said Mr. Hilman.

“He made the swirls and arches and everything, he is very exact. I am very impressed and pleased with Chris’s artistic ability to take something described to him and make it per-

proudly displayed for everyone to see.