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Midnight Madness changed to Saturday Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Winter festivities will be a little different this year in Vanderhoof.

Midnight Madness and the Parade of Lights will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6 but will run as usual. The parade will be at 7:00 p.m and participating stores will have sales throughout the day and night. The vision is to create a whole weekend of events, said Kimberli Unger, board member of the Chamber of Commerce.

“We wanted to make the weekend not just a mad crazy shopping event with a big parade,” said Ms. Unger.

“A component will be the Midnight Madness shopping and Parade of Lights, but we want to expand it to be a whole winter wonderland festival.”

By having the parade and shopping night on the Saturday, it will leave the rest of the weekend open for other community events.

Families with parents working shift work will be able to come watch the parade and people from surrounding areas might be more inclined to stay in Vanderhoof, said Ms. Unger.

“This way instead of people taking off to Prince George on Saturday, we can have people stay in our community all weekend,” she said.

The DOV has agreed to shut down Burrard Street on the Saturday from the Grand Reo Theatre to the Department Store. This section will be open to vendors and because there will be no traffic, it will be a nicer atmosphere, said Ms. Unger.

“We can have elves giving out candy canes and hot chocolate with the scent of cinnamon.

Vendors of all kind are welcome to set up but are reminded space is limited this year,” said Ms. Unger.

So far, volunteers have come forward to run a snowman building contest and Christmas tree decorating contest.

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GREAT SELECTION: Kids from McLeod Elementary helped unload all the tools at the community garden Friday, Nov. 7 donated by School Distirct No. 91. (Not in order) Ayden MacKinlay-K, Gabe Stoddart-1, Jensen Dick-1, Aiden Greek-1, Noah Gilbert-2, Penelope Roberge-3, Jaxson Schumann-6, Ronan Blattner-5, Taylor Danielson-2, Kennesea Wiebe-4, André Roberge, Courtney Raphael - 6, Charlie McIntyre-5, Siobhan Klassen – 5, Michelle Roberge and Darren Carpenter.

Garden tools for everyone Rebecca Watson Omineca Express

A heaping amount of gardening tools were donated to the community garden this week thanks to the School District No. 91.

With the recent teacher’s Job Action having delayed the start of school, teachers at NVSS were unable to get Project Agriculture off the ground in time.

Using a portion of funds

originaly meant for that program, the district career and trades program co-ordinator, Darren Carpenter, went out and bought a truckload of resources for the community garden.

“Everyone still wins,” said Mr. Carpenter. “By getting these garden tools it still fits a lot of the same criteria as the agriculture program by encouraging team work and teaching students how to grow food.”

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Kids from McLeod Elementary in the Farm to School program helped unload the tools on Nov. 7, and stored them neatly in the brand new shed recently put in

by Allan Pagdin. About $1,200 was spent at the local Home Hardware on bins, shovels, gardening gloves, a wheelbarrow and much more.

“It’s a great start to the tool selection here at the garden and will be shared by ev-

eryone,” said Michelle Roberge, co-ordinator of the Farm to School program. “About $450 worth of produce was harvested by McLeod students on Harvest day [last month] so the Farm to School kids will definitely use the tools to help us with gardening next year.”

Seniors Connected co-ordinator DebraAnn Bishop and Ms. Roberge are also currently working on a

garden book that will sit nicely in a slot built on the outside of the new shed. It will showcase pictures and information about the community garden.

Charlee McIntyre, a grade 5 student, helped unload the tools and is happy to have been a part of Harvest Day. “I like planting things and I like getting food.

I also like how when were done the food goes to our school,” she said.

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Express Vanderhoof mayoral position up for debate Rebecca Watson Omineca Express

For the first time in six years, Vanderhoof is going to have a mayoral election.

A forum, held on Oct. 29 at the Senior Friendship Centre, gave candidates a chance to express their views. Approximately 100 residents came to the event and were able to submit written questions to be answered individually or by both candidates.

The current mayor of Vanderhoof, Gerry Thiessen, who is running for what would be his third term, showed great confidence in his ability throughout the entire night. He opened the evening with comments about his extensive family ties to Vanderhoof which have contributed to his own invested interest. He made note to address transparency saying ‘if you come to council you will be our guest’,

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ELECTION: Jessi Wilson and Gerry Thiessen duke it out at the mayoral forum Oct. 29 at the Senior Friendship Centre, with moderator Tom Bulmer at the stand. and also addressed sites, housing, trans- of various community has knowledge on what spending by acknowl- portation and bringing organizations such as the current council does edging that the DOV more trades education president of the Cham- because she regularly has just one payment to town. ber of Commerce for attends council meetleft on the sewage treatJessi Wilson, a new- eight years. She spoke ings. Ms. Wilson was ment plant which will to-politics candidate, about her motivation not as knowledgable on make Vanderhoof free strongly enforced that of wanting the best for subjects pertaining to of long-term debt, all although she has not sat the town, ‘a place she business relationships under his rein. Through- on council she has the grew up in and raised already built but humout the evening he also enthusiasm and experi- her children in’. She bly enforced that she addressed brownfield ence having been part also mentioned that she is a quick learner and

great talker who would simply put, ‘love to be able to speak on behalf of the community’.

One memorable question of the night pertained to what the candidate’s stance would be on a LGQTB pride parade. Mr. Thiessen said that although he is from a conservative background, he always goes with what the community wants.

Ms. Wilson concurred with his answer, that it would be a consensual effort between the entire council. Another mentionable question was directed at Mr. Thiessen about justification of spending on council chamber renovations, specifically the chairs that apparently cost upwards of $1000 each.

His humorous reaction expressed real concerns for the unprofessional look and use of the old chairs, having to pump them up every half hour and how that might look to newcomers. He noted

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that he himself didn’t know how much the new chairs actually cost for ‘he just oversees a budget’. He explained however that the chamber renovation was of upmost importance for even the curtains were ‘the same curtains him and his wife had when they got married 41 years ago’.

When Ms. Wilson was asked about what she would change on the current council, she said she believes they work hard already and that she would love to work with them. She said she doesn’t know what all could be changed until she is there but that she would like that chance.

This year is the first year that candidacy rein increases from a threeyear term to four-year term. All residents 18 and up are encouraged to vote on Nov. 15 with polls open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the District of Vanderhoof and Cluculz Lake Firehall.

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tracting new business to town. All residents 18 and up are encouraged to vote on Nov. 15 with polls open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the District of Vanderhoof and Cluculz Lake Firehall.

Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Vanderhoof Councillor candidates voiced their opinions Tuesday, Oct. 28 at the All Candidates Forum.

Approximately 100 residents came to the event and were given the option to submit written questions. Any left unanswered by the end of the night were later addressed online on the Vanderhoof Municipal Election 2014 Facebook page.

All candidates were present except for John Murphy who was not in attendance due to work commitments.

The evening started with opening comments which highlighted the reason each councillor decided to run for the position. Answers throughout the night were reflective of their overall platforms.

Ken Young spoke about his work as NVSS’s principal and how he hopes to continue his work with council on the pool, youth recreation and supporting and strengthening relationships with aboriginal communities and businesses.

Michelle Roberge humbly made note of her extensive volunteer work and involvement in numerous community organizations and how she feels she would be of benefit as a council member since she is already well informed

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ELECTION: Councillor candidates for the Vanderhoof 2014 municipal election voiced their opinions during the All Candidates Forum Tuesday, Oct. 28 at the Senior Friendship Centre. about the community.

Brian Frenkel’s munity and continues to Kevin Moutray speech highlighted that be a role model, refertalked about his want Vanderhoof’s greatest eeing various sports and to continue being coun- wealth is ‘our children’ having held the position cillor and his affinity to and how his recent claim of chamber manager for the community through to grand-fatherhood has the past 18 months. his commendable work motivated reflection and The night overall with multiple organiza- new perspective. was a clean debate. No tions such as the NechaSpencer Siemens one used their rebuttal ko Watershed Alliance, advocated himself as a cards and a general conNVSAR, and the Exhi- voice for youth in Van- sensus was that a pool bition Society to name derhoof for he was born should be of upmost a few. He made special and raised in the com- priority along with atmention to say he will not be putting signs up because he feels it should be a waste-free campaign.

NOTICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS Darren Carpenter for confidently spoke of his November & December 2014 strong roots in VanderThe dates and locations of the Regular Board Meetings hoof and how if elected of the Board of Education of School District No. 91 he will continue to be (Nechako Lakes) for the months of November & December 2014 are as follows: a dedicated councillor who fought for things November 17, 2014 School Board Office, Vanderhoof, BC like the soccer field expansion.

December 15, 2014 Steve Little was School Board Office, Vanderhoof, BC (Inaugural Meeting) short and sweet in delivery, making strong These meetings will commence at 6:00 p.m. Members mention of his work of the public are invited to attend. for the pool and how he Darlene Turner will continue to fight for Secretary-Treasurer what he started.

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Tough call for Nechako Lakes school trustee Rebecca Watson Omineca Express This will be the first time in 12 years Vanderhoof will have a chance to vote on school district trustees and the decision won’t be an easy one.

Three candidates are running for two spots on the board, all with their own unique attributes.

Although they have never sat on a school board before, they at least all seem knowledgeable about what a school trustee does.

(School trustees are responsible for setting overall policy and direction for board budget. They represent interests of the community, parents and students in their area. They do this in part by sitting on numerous education boards and committees.)

During the School District No. 91 Trustee Candidate Forum on Nov. 4 at Elks Hall in Vanderhoof, each candidate made strong points and great lasting impressions.

Jean Johnson spoke about how her father was a trustee growing up so she knows exactly what it takes to fill the role.

Although she declined running in the past, she now feels ready to step up. Her motivation now being her own children who also keep her in touch with the school system.

Nadine Frenkel made note

that she has worked with various ministry of government and believes her knowledge base would be an asset when it comes to creating and implementing policy. Since all her kids are grown with their own kids, she now has the time and initiative to put forward.

Tom Bulmer’s view was strong, in that he believes education is everything and has proven to not be one who stands on the sidelines. As a new grandparent himself, he has the time and motivation to have a hand in creating his vision for a ‘robust and diverse community’.

See, it’s a tough call. All the candidates have perfectly reasonable desires on why they would like to be on the school board but, who will best fit the role?

Well, Jean has worked in healthcare, specifically quality improvement, sometimes doing things that are ‘not for the faint of heart’. She knows what it takes to work with a team and is currently employed at a pharmacy. It’s clear to me her responsibility of handling medication directly correlates with the position of school trustee. Anyone working in healthcare would (or at least should) have a sense of humanity and strong will with added affinity for children’s livelihoods.

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SCHOOL TRUSTEE: Tom Bulmer, Nadine Frenkel and Jean Johnson are running for two positions on the School District No.91 board of trustees.

Nadine is a mother and new grandparent who has shown her commitment to not only her children but all children through previous work implementing government policy. She is familiar with union and non union sides of policy and currently works at the John Rustad MLA office. Since the board could be facing five new faces out of seven with this year’s election, in my opinion, it could be quite beneficial to have someone who knows what their doing.

And for Tom, seriously though,

who doesn’t know him? He works at community futures, sits on countless boards for community betterment, moderates more events than I can even count within my six month rein, and still he seems to dedicate as much time as it takes to each and every thing he does to make sure the job is done right. Now, with recently becoming a new grandparent, it’s no wonder he wants to have a voice in education. For all who know him this goes without saying, but his voice is not only captivating but

persuasive, just the kind of thing a good trustee would have.

So, between Tom Bulmer’s cunning dedication and prosperous community involvement, Nadine Frenkel’s extensive experience working as a policy maker and with aboriginal focus, and Jean Johnson’s family ties and invested interest, it could really be anyones game.

Don’t forget to cast your vote Nov. 15, polls are open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Vanderhoof District Office and Cluculz Lake Firehall.

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Express All Candidates Forum in Fraser Lake Fraser Lake mayor and council are up for re-election this year with four new candidates

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ELECTION: (in order) Lynn Clark, Craig Lepoidevin, Sarrah Nahornoff-Storey (mayoral candidate), Jeanette Brophy, Linda Mowat, Don Reyden, Kerry Jantz, Dan Duncan and current mayor of Fraser Lake, Dwayne Lindstrom.

Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Fraser Lake – Candidates in Fraser Lake gathered at Fraser Lake Elementary School this past week for a chance to voice their opinions at an All Candidates Forum. Approximately 50 people came to the event and were able to ask the candidates questions. On the right side of the room sat the existing mayor and council, Mayor Dwayne Lindstrom, Don Reyden, Kerry Jantz, and Dan Duncan, minus Linda Mowat, who sat with the newcomers on the left, Jeanette Brophy, Lynn Clark, Craig Lepoidevin and mayoral candidate Sarrah Nahornoff-Storey.

Until now, the current mayor, Dwayne Lindstrom, has never actually been challenged even though he’s been Fraser Lake’s mayor for seven years.

In 2005 he was elected into council and close to the end of his term the mayor stepped down and he was the only one to put up his name.

He was then acclaimed twice into his mayoral position.

During Mr. Lindstrom’s opening state-

ments, he shared that he has lived in Fraser Lake for over 40 years and is enjoying the challenge of a mayoral race, a change up from the last two terms. He made promises that if elected, he will continue working for things such as senior transportation and opportunity for youth along with no tax increase by ‘obtaining a community forest’.

Ms. NahornoffStorey told residents the reason she is running for the position is for her children and to ensure they have the upmost vibrant future.

She spoke about her past work experience in marketing and accounting, having worked for the District of Vanderhoof. She also made promises to residents on better transparency and accountability of council if elected.

When asked about transparency, Mr. Lindstrom made note that anyone can always go to the website, attend council meetings themselves, or address the CAO at any time. Ms. Nahornoff-Storey rebutted in saying there is not much online in council minutes and not always is the CAO available. She high-

lighted if elected she would make sure everyone knew what she was doing. Mr. Lindstrom later argued that the Village already has a decent newsletter and all meetings are posted.

Jeanette Brophy opened with ‘what council does today effects youth tomorrow and I will work hard to see the betterment in Fraser Lake’.

Don Reyden, having already been part of developing the skatepark, focused his vision on paved streets and a boat launch expansion.

Lynn Clark spoke to her extensive experience working with infants and children and how she would like to see more opportunity for youth.

Kerry Jantz is a parttime paramedic and shared how he feels Fraser Lake needs to prepare for the upcoming ‘boom’ in BC with experience.

Linda Mowat spoke of her commitment to the growth and vitality of Fraser Lake and how her vision includes recreational and maintenance of the town.

Craig Lepoidevin would love to see more incentives for people to start businesses in Fra-

ser Lake and since he is the Bantams coach, would also like to see more opportunity for youth. Dan Duncan

made it known that he is a ‘good listener’ and wants to listen to all residents of Fraser Lake, no matter how long it

takes, he will be there to listen. Vote on Nov. 15, polls will be open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Village of Fraser Lake.

Continue from pg 1 CIBC has also sponsored a window decorating contest for all the downtown store fronts encouraging lights and sparkles.

Vendors or anyone with ideas to add to the schedule of events can contact Kimberli Unger at tekadivas@ hotmail.com.

“It’s a great way to raise funds for charity or just be part of the community. I don’t have a magic wand but this will definitely grow with volunteers,” said Ms. Unger.

A poster will soon be available on the Chamber of Commerce website and residents are encouraged to watch for the Winter Wonderland Christmas Festival Facebook page.

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Directions: Preheat oven to 4000, grease a cookie sheet.

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On a lightly floured surface roll the dough to 1/2” thickness. Cut into 2” strips and twist. Place twisted strips onto cookie sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 mins or until crisp.

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Each season boasts unique flavours an d particular, is know n for apples, and Ca ingredients. The fall harvest, in nada is known for varieties – from sw its multitude of ee characteristic, espe t to tart. Each type of apple offers a distinct taste and cially when it com es to cooking. Cide the fastest growin r as g be harvest season depe verage in Canada and its flavour ev well, is spiking as olves throughout th nding on the varie e ty recipe incorporates the fresh and crisp of apples available. This delicious flavour of an appl seasonal vegetable e beverage into a pasta dish.

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Gingerbread Baking seasonal treats is a primary part of the holiday tradition – and not only is homemade gingerbread a crowd pleaser at any function, the spicy aroma is bound to inspire budding bakers as well.

Ingredients: ½ cup of unsalted butter at room temperature ¾ cup of packed dark brown sugar ½ cup of fancy molasses 2 large eggs at room temperature 3 ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 tbsp ground ginger

½ tsp ground allspice ½ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp table salt Icing sugar (optional)

Directions: Beat butter, brown sugar and molasses together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition. In a separate bowl, sift flour, ginger, allspice, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add this gradually to the butter mixture and stir until blended. Shape dough into 2 balls, wrap and chill for about an hour, up to 2 days. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line 2-3 baking trays with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the first ball of dough until just over 1/8-inch thick. Use a cookie cutter of your choice to cut out cookie shapes. Lift them carefully to the prepared trays, leaving about ½-inch between them. Add any scraps to the second piece of dough and repeat.

Bake cookies for 15-18 minutes until browned a little just around the edges.

Let cookies cool for a few minutes on the tray before removing to cool completely. Dust with icing sugar for an easy way to add a festive touch.

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

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The District of Vanderhoof Green-Cabbage and Red-Apple Slaw with Brussels Sprouts Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cider vinegar ut 5 cups) 1/2 small green cabbage, very thinly sliced (abo ed, 8 brussels sprouts (about 6 ounces), trimm halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced 1/2 small red onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise (about 1/2 cup) 1/3 cup fresh orange juice 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill 1 teaspoon grainy mustard 1 teaspoon poppy seeds 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil hsticks 2 small red apples, such as Gala, cut into matc Directions: over medium-high heat. Add 2 tableBring 1 1/4 cups water to a boil in a large pot until cabbage has just wilted, steam and spoons vinegar and the cabbage. Cover, fer cabbage to a colander set over a about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, trans and onion to colander; toss to combine. large bowl. Immediately add brussels sprouts n juice, remaining tablespoon vinegar, Let cool 5 minutes. Whisk orange juice, lemo a small bowl. Pour in oil in a slow, in er dill, mustard, poppy seeds, salt, and pepp cabbage mixture to a large bowl. fer Trans ed. sifi steady stream, whisking until emul coat. Let stand at room temperature 10 Add vinaigrette and apples, and toss gently to minutes, tossing occasionally. Serve.

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Mini Cheesecake Jars Ingredients: For the Cheesecake 8 ounces cream cheese, room tem perature 1/2 cup sugar 3 large eggs, room temperature 4 ounces sour cream (1/2 cup) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Salt 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon fruit pres erves or jam For the Graham Topping 1/2 cup finely ground graham crac kers (from 4 crackers) 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Directions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Ma ke the cheesecakes: Beat cream che ese with a mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add sugar. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes more. Reduce speed to low. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each add ition . Raise speed to medium. Add sour cream, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Beat for 3 minutes.

Divide batter among six 6-ounce jars, filling each two-thirds full. Tran sfer jars to a deep baking dish; add enough boiling wat er to dish to reach halfway up the sides of the jars.

Cover dish with foil; cut 8 slits into top to vent. Bake until set in the cen ter, about 25 minutes. Let cool. Refrigerate overnig ht to set.

Meanwhile, make the graham top ping: Stir together graham-cracker crumbs and butter.

Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 10 minutes. Let cool.

Top each cheesecake with 1 tablesp oon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons preserve s. Divide graham topping among jars (about 1 heaping tablespoon each).

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Pretzel Sweets Here’s a simple recipe that is as fun to make, as it is yummy to eat.

They are also a no-bake treat so little hands can help. Customized with toppings like sprinkles, these super-easy pretzel snacks are a perfect way to surprise and delight family and friends.

Ingredients: Bag of pretzels (salted or un-salted) Chocolate chips (white, dark, milk chocolate are great, or try butterscotch chips) Toppings of choice (sprinkles, chocolate-coated candies, flaked coconut) Preparation: Line two baking sheets with wax paper or parchment paper. Place pretzels in a large bowl. Sort toppings of choice and place onto individual plates Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and melt to a creamy texture. Dip pretzels into chocolate and shake off any excess. Take your chocolate-coated pretzels and roll them in toppings of choice. Set on baking sheet to cool. Enjoy Submitted by John Simms

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With flu season underway, it’s no wonder hundreds of people came out to Vanderhoof’s annual Health Fair Held at the Senior Friendship Centre Wednesday, Nov. 5, the event hosted an array of information booths along with Northern Health’s behind-thecurtain flu shots. Over 300 people came to take advantage of the free shot and information but, for those who missed the date, more drop-in flu shot clinics will be open to the public at the Vanderhoof Health Unit November 19, 20 and 27.

Seniors Connected also handed out 100 gift bags with a 70-piece first aid kit, an emergency-numbers magnet and senior emergency booklet. The book provides seniors space to write in their medications, allergies and any

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HOME KITS: Dave & Gladys Geernaert are seen with Gerry Thiessen who helped to hand out the Senior Connected gift bags at the Health Fair Nov. 5. important information.

“Say the senior was unconscious. If it’s in a place it can be seen the doctor will know all their pertinent and personal information,” said Debra-Ann Bishop, Senior Connected co-ordinator. “They’re a great home kit.

Funding for the kits was secured by Seniors

Connected through the Healthy Community Alliance in partnership with the District of Vanderhoof.

Upon arrival, guests received a check card to have signed by specialists at each booth.

If every booth was visited, the card went into a draw for a large gift basket.

Heather Goretzky, MAO at Omineca Medical Clinic, had a booth at the fair. “We are providing information to patients about advanced care planning and how to prepare for the future,” said Ms. Goretzky, about information that can be obtained at the clinic all year round.

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booths gave guests spirited knowledge on all sorts of preventive and maintenance healthcare such as heart and stroke, cancer, quitting smoking, eating right, and senior health to name a few.

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Visitor Centre Renovations and $98,112 for the Ferland Park washroom.

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The District of Vanderhoof received a large donation from the Nechako-Kitimaat Development Fund Society Nov. 5 for money spent on three projects the DOV completed this past fall.

The three projects include the Vanderhoof Hotel Valuation Study, the Visitor Centre Renovations and Ferland Park Washroom.

“The washrooms at Ferland Park were atrocious, and definitely not family friendly,” said Mayor Gerry Thiessen.

“It was a mandate of council to find something affordable but good for young families, so were very happy the NDKF was able to help us with the funding.”

The bathroom facility at Ferland Park received a full upgrade including new, clean and accessible bathroom stalls with improved lighting and an outdoor water fountain. The Visitor Centre

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CHEQUE PRES: Seen here are Gerry Thiessen, Wayne Salewski, Erin Siemens and Brian Frenkel outside Ferland Park washrooms. renovations included a HVS Consulting and ents 50 per cent of the refinish of the buildings Valuation Services, a total funding agreed to basement which cre- company based out of and then once the projated more room to store Vancouver. They looked ect is finished and final equipment. to see the feasibility of reporting has been ap“It was leaking ev- supporting a limited- proved, they make a erywhere so we fixed service hotel on Stewart closing payment for the all that,” said Erin Sie- Street in Vanderhoof. In balance. mens, economic devel- their report they market The DOV received opment co-ordinator, the value of the pro- $25,000 in the fall of about the visitor centre posed hotel would be 2013 for the Visitor basement. “It also got $10,400,000 as of Janu- Centre and Ferland Park drywalled with proper ary 1, 2017. Full results and then received $5000 lighting installed. It can be seen on the Dis- in the spring of 2014 for was truly in poor repair trict’s website. the Hotel Study. Since down there.” all were completed at The hotel valuation The NKDF is a the same time the disstudy was put forth by grant-making agency trict received the final the DOV and done by that sponsors sustain- payment all at once, a able economic projects cheque in the amount of in Vanderhoof and sur- $23,579. rounding areas. Their The entire balance policy is they can fund funded by NKDF was up to 50 per cent of $53,579 for all three eligible costs of a proj- projects. The entire ect but actual fund- amount spent by the ing is agreed upon by district was $33,579 the board of directors. for the Vanderhoof HoThey advance recipi- tel Valuation Study and

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Immune Function Whether your child is going back to school, flu season is upon us or your co-worker is sick. There are great, easy and simple ways to boost your immune system and reduce your risk of catching ‘germs’ · Eat whole foods diets, lots of fruits, veggies, fiber · Eat less animal fats and dairy while increasing your good fats like olive oils and omegas (from fish and nuts) · Eliminate.. I mean.. ELIMINATE.. not reduce… but eliminate.

Exterminate.. just.. stop… refined sugars, white flour products, caffeine, food additives like coloring, preservatives etc.. these are meant to be eaten as a treat not as a daily food or staple.. by treat I mean birthdays and holidays.. and not.. yay I got up this morning and had a bowel movement so lets have some chocolate – this can be tough for most, look to past articles for advice or information or book a session in person or over the phone. · Keep proper sleep patterns children ages 5-12 need 10-11 hours of sleep older children need 9-10 hours · Manage your stress, breath, take a workshop, get a stress ball, take some bach flower remedies.. stress induces a response in the body that wears it down making it less likely to fight infections or germ invasion · Get moving, exercise and enjoy yourself, have fun, dance, karate chop your way into activity to boost your system · Limit toxic exposure, check your work and home environment to see if you can limit or eliminate any toxins. · Keep in mind that some children are very sensitive to EMF and wireless exposure, it may be harmful so keep an eye on if your child is having a hard time, then go camping, no wifi, no internet, see if they get better. Or have a proper consult if you think this may be an issue.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, containing your emotions may be challenging this week. Exciting events begin to unfold, so enjoy them as much as possible. Enlist some friends to join the fun.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Express your creativity this week, Sagittarius. You have long felt the desire to display this other side, and now is a great time to do so. Encourage others to do the same.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Practice discretion this week, Taurus. You do not know how a particular situation will unfold, so it is better to stay neutral until the entire situation settles. Then you can take action.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, express your emotions this week even if you think your ideas will not garner much support.

Exercise diplomacy, as you do not want to engage in any conflicts.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Some colleagues may want to goof off all week long and get nothing accomplished, Gemini. But you have other goals and know some hard work now means fun later.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 You may explore different interests and hobbies this week only to find that nothing seems to be the right fit, Aquarius. Do not let it get you down. You will find the answer.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 It is time for you to step up and take the reins, Cancer.

Your leadership skills have long been an asset, and it’s time to put them to use for the greater good.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Don’t squander money on a lavish purchase this week, Pisces. There are better ways to spend your money in the coming weeks.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, an upcoming adventure has you brimming with excitement. Some people are drawn to your vigor, while others are a little uncomfortable.

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VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Downplay your authority this week, Virgo. Newcomers to your place of employment will feel more comfortable around you if they don’t have to worry about rank.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, it is impossible to postpone a commitment any longer. It may not seem like the right time just yet, but you need to forge ahead anyway and handle things as they come.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 It is easy to feel burnt out before you achieve a goal, Scorpio. You just need to learn how to pace yourself a little better and to ignore distractions that result in delays.

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Viqueens Volleyball report

is hosting Fraser Lake Senior Girls and on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 1p.m. NVSS will host DP Todd from Prince The Senior girls at George for the AA Zone NVSS finished ninth game. “[Us and DP out of twelve teams at Todd] are the only two PGSS this weekend. AA teams in our zone, They lost their first so on November 15 we game to Chetwynd on will be playing for one Friday night, 25-21, 23- berth to provincials,” 25, 9-15. They then lost said Barb Ziler, NVSS to PGSS 21-25, 23-25, girls volleyball coach. but did beat Kelly Road Past tournament reA team to place third in their pool. They also sults Chetwynd Invitawon all their matches Saturday Nov. 8 to fin- tional 5/8 College Heights – ish first in the consolation side of the tourna- 6/12 DP Todd –11/16 ment, for ninth overall.

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REGIONAL DISTRICT: Candidates Randy Holubosh and Jerry Petersen duked it out Nov. 4 at the Elks hall during the Regional District Candidate Forum for electoral area ‘F’. Mr. Petersen’s platform consisted of his extensive experience having done the job already for many years. Mr. Holubosh feels it is time for changes and that he is the man for the job considering all his work with community and workplace organizations. One question asked by public had the two rebuttling each other over money availability for Cluculz Lake Firehall. Currently, the hall is one member short of reaching a status that would allow more funding. Mr. Petersen says ‘there is no money left for them over and above whats already been given’, and Mr. Holubosh says he thinks there are alternate ways of getting more. Cast your vote on Nov. 15, polls open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the DOV and Cluculz Lake Firehall.

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“A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN OUR REGION” Huckleberry Mines Ltd. a 20,000 TPD open pit copper molybdenum mine located 120 km south of Houston in west central British Columbia. We are currently recruiting the following position to join our operating team:

NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 5 NOVEMBER 2014

Reservoir Elevation: 851.01m (2792.05 ft.)

SLS Discharge: 33.89 m3/s

Phone:

250-567-9258

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Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls: 38 m3/s Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 49 m3/s Skins Lake Spillway discharge will be maintained at approximately the current level until April 2015 Visit website www.wateroffice.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time flow information for the Nechako River.

Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience.

Apply at:www.sperryrail.com, careers & then choose the FastTRACK Application.

Contact Rio Tinto Alcan at 250-5675105 for more information. A recording of this notice is available 24-hours in Vanderhoof at 250567-5812

MILL OPERATOR As a key member of Huckleberry Mines’ Mill Operation’s team and reporting to the Mill Supervisor, this position is responsible for the safe operation of production processes for a 20,000 tonnes per day mill. Ideally applicants should have five years experience in grinding, copper and molybdenum flotation and dewatering. Those will less experience are encouraged to apply.

Huckleberry Mines is located approximately two hours driving time from Houston, British Columbia. Employees live in a camp environment on their days of work. The work schedule for this position is 7 days on followed by 7 days off. Transportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston by bus and while at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees.

Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full range of benefits including medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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DRIVERS WANTED

AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake • Guaranteed 40hr. Work Week & Overtime • Paid Travel & Lodging • Meal Allowance • 4 Weeks Vacation • Excellent Benefits Package

Qualified applicants can submit their resumes in confidence to: Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000 Houston BC V0J 1Z0 Fax 604-517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com

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COLLEGE OF NEW CALEDONIA Fraser Lake Campus CHILDREN & FAMILY PROGRAM COORDINATOR – ADULT & YOUTH LITERACY REFERENCE NUMBER:

14-135SN

Duties include: ensure a collaborative flexible approach where feedback is encouraged and implemented; collaboratively determine program structure, content, and instructional expertise; obtain necessary materials as required for class; organize classroom facilities and class activities. Qualifications include one year post-secondary, preferably in education or social service areas. A minimum of one year of relevant work experience is required. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

To find out more information about this and other opportunities, and directions on how to apply, please check our website at: www.cnc.bc.ca/Human_Resources/employment.htm Join us. We offer a supportive workplace, great benefits, and competitive salaries. And we have opportunities to grow, both within our college, and within our communities.

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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

JOB POSTING

Vanderhoof Transfer Station Attendant The Regional District requires an attendant to operate the Vanderhoof Transfer Station.

The general duties of the attendant will be: • Daily operations of the transfer station including operation and maintenance of a skid-steer loader; • Loading 53 foot walking floor trailers in a safe and efficient manner; • Greeting and assisting the public; • Management of waste on site including regular clean up of site; • Monitoring and reporting of transfer station activities including recycling initiatives.

Skills that the attendant should possess: • Good public relations skills; • Be physically fit and enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions; • An ability to keep a well organized and clean and tidy site; • Experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment.

The hours of operation of the facility are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and closed Statutory holidays.

The successful candidate will work under an averaging agreement, 7 days on (Monday through Sunday) followed by 7 days off, for a total of 67.75 hours every two weeks. This posting is a permanent full time position upon the successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.

The Vanderhoof Transfer Station Attendant position offers a competitive wage and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Resumes will be accepted until 3:00 p.m., Monday, November 17, 2014 at the Regional District office in Burns Lake. Resumes may be faxed to 250-692-3305 and should be addressed to Janine Dougall, Director of Environmental Services.

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COMING EVENTS....

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

Decision of the publisher is final. *** NEW EVENTS....

FOOD GRAIN SALE...Nov 14 @ 10am, BC Livestock. *** LOONEY BOOK SALE...Begins Sat, Nov 15 until Sat Nov 22 at 3pm. In the Library Multipurpose Room. $1 for all books or related material. *** LEGO CLUB...we have the lego, you bring the ideas and build your own creations.

Nov 12, Dec 3 & 10, Jan 2015 7 & 14, Feb 4 & 11. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A fun drop in program for school aged children. Family night Jan 21, 2015 6:30-7:30. Father and Son Night Feb 18, 2015 6:30-7:30. Vanderhoof Library. *** author reading and slideshow...

Lou Alwoods ‘Why?�, a story of a trail ride by horseback, coast to coast across Canada in 1965. Tuesday November 25, 1pm and 7pm in the Multipurpose Room at the Vanderhoof Library. This is a free event and everyone is welcome! *** Nechako Valley Festival of the Performing Arts...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. *** 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, un-

til 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. 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. *** GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA...Looking for FUN opportunities and challenges? Interested in making Friends? Do you like Games, Art, Sports? Do you enjoy Science, Camping, Outdoor activities, Singing & Drama? Helping with Community projects?

Join Girl Guides! On-line registration also available at www.girlguides.ca Contact person: Kathy Russell @ 567-3882. *** GIRLS BOOK CLUB...enjoy reading and talking about books? Come and share ideas, crafts, activities and games and make new friends. Girls ages 8 and 9: 3:304:30pm, 1st Thursday of each month thru March. At the Vanderhoof Public Library. *** STITCHES CLUB...needle work, needle play! Bring your project and join with others who are working on theirs. Knitting, crochet, needlepoint, cross stitch. Noon 3pm, you are welcome to bring your lunch.

1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. To 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. At the Vanderhoof Public Library. ***

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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, to 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 to March 2015 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 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 ***

Employment

Employment

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Warehousing & Inside Sales Opportunities Thriving industrial supply store looking for WAREHOUSING and INSIDE SALES staff to join our team in Fort St. John We offer a F/T, M to F, 8 to 5pm career opportunity, along with a very attractive compensation, benefits & bonus program.

Employment opportunities with our company would start at $4,200/month.

Please forward your resume to

human.resources.depart1@ gmail.com

MAKE YOUR POINTOF-SALE

Y.R.B.

Yellowhead Road & Bridge Has openings for

Heavy Duty Mechanic & Truck Drivers.

Operators must have minimum, Class 3 Driver licence with an 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 are available at all Y.R.B. yards. For more information contact the Vanderhoof office, located at: 545 Spruce Street, Vanderhoof.

Phone: 567-3114

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Call today to place your ad and make a sale quickly.

Services

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Home Improvements FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928.

Pets & Livestock

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

Merchandise for Sale

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

1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

250-567-9258

VANDERHOOF AND AREA BUSINESS DIRECTORY

PLUMBING

EXCAVATING

Schneider Services Ltd.

PRAIRIEDALE EXCAVATING

PLUMBING/HEATING/GASFITTING SOLAR THERMAL

All jobs BIG or small, give us a call!

Box 2033 Vanderhoof

250-567-3010 ADVERTISING

ADvertiser STUART NECHAKO

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

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

FRANK TEICHROEB 3393 Sinkutview Rd, Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A2 567-2029

PLUMBING

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

ADVERTISING

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

Pam Berger Publisher

250-996-8482

Tel: 250-567-9258 Fax: 250-567-2070 Email: advertising@ominecaexpress.com

Advertising: advertising@ominecaexpress.com News: newsroom@caledoniacourier.com Website: www.caledoniacourier.com

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

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADVERTISE HERE GIVE US A CALL: 250-567-9258

Tel: 250-567-9258 Fax: 250-567-2070 Email: advertising@ominecaexpress.com

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Misc. for Sale STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

Legal Notices

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Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 778-281-0030. Local.

Real Estate 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

Lakeshore CLUCULZ Lake - Creek waterfront, 5 acres with 2 bedroom mobile with addition and snow roof. Covered decks, 2car garage, shed and polebarn. $180,000 Call for viewing 250-441-0095

Legal Notices

District of Vanderhoof Pursuant to Section 26 of the Community Charter notice is hereby given that the District of Vanderhoof intends to lease lands to the Nechako Valley Search and Rescue Society (NVSRS).

The District owns the lands Lot 3-5 PRP 1375 Block 7 Section 9 Township 11 Range 5, PID numbers 010868-887, 010-868-909 and 010-868-925, and wishes to lease these properties to NVSRS. NVSRS will use the property as a home base for their Search and Rescue activities.

The proposed lease is for ten (10) years at a nominal rate of $1.00 per year.

Anyone wishing to express their concerns or comments may do so in writing to: Tom Clement Director of Community Development Box 900 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Email: community@district.vanderhoof.ca

Invitation to Tender

Victoria Manor Large 2 Bdrm from

$725 - $755

Large 1 Bdrm from

$695 - $725

NO SMOKING - NO PETS * Balconies * Landscaped View * Cablevision Available

250-567-4048 or 250-567-9080

2 BDR SUITES

NO PETS 250-567-9128 Townhouses 3/bdrm townhouses in a family- friendly complex. Close to downtown, schools & park. $695/mth. 250-567-4430

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF BULKLEY-NECHAKO

NOTICE OF ELECTION

BY VOTING

Sealed Tenders for works associated with the operation of the Knockholt Sub-Regional Landfill will be received

by Janine Dougall, Director of Environmental Services, up to 3:00 p.m. local time on Friday, December 5, 2014.

Tenders received after the closing date and time will be returned to the Tenderer unopened.

The Knockholt Sub-Regional Landfill is located approximately 12 km southeast of Houston, BC. The work involves the landfilling of solid waste, maintenance of a public drop off area and associated recycling areas.

The Term of the Contract is five years, commencing September 1, 2015 and expiring August 31, 2020.

A mandatory Pre-Tender meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 17, 2014 at the Knockholt Sub-Regional Landfill. Tenders received from a company not represented at the mandatory Pre-Tender meeting will be returned to the Tenderer unopened.

A Security Deposit valued at $10,000 must be submitted with the Tender. The successful bidder will also be required to provide an Irrevocable Commercial Letter of Credit in the amount of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000) on award of the Contract. Failure to provide this surety will result in forfeiture of the Security Deposit.

Specifications and Tender forms may be obtained from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako, Environmental Services Department, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory holidays on or after Wednesday, November 5, 2014.

For further information, contact Janine Dougall, Director of Environmental Services at (250) 692-3195 or 1-800320-3339.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of Electoral Area “F (Vanderhoof Rural) to elect one (1) Director for Electoral Area “F” for a four-year term commencing December, 2014 and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

ABOVE THE REST!

250-567-4208

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

Knockholt Sub-Regional Landfill Operations Contract

Apt/Condo for Rent

Secure quiet apartments VACANCY

Legal Notices

“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

Rentals

Silvermill Apartments

Legal Notices

“A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN OUR REGION”

Notice of Disposition of Land Lease of 2764 Burrard Street

Misc. Wanted

Legal Notices

“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

Invitation to Tender Clearview Sub-Regional Landfill Operations Contract Sealed Tenders for works associated with the operation of the Clearview Sub-Regional Landfill will be received

by Janine Dougall, Director of Environmental Services, up to 2:00 p.m. local time on Friday, December 5, 2014.

Tenders received after the closing date and time will be returned to the Tenderer unopened.

The Clearview Sub-Regional Landfill is located just off of Highway 27 approximately 22 km north of the junction between Highway 16 and Highway 27. The Term of the Contract is five years, commencing December 1, 2015 and expiring November 30, 2020.

A mandatory Pre-Tender meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 18, 2014 at the Clearview Sub-Regional Landfill. Tenders received from a company not represented at the mandatory Pre-Tender meeting will be returned to the Tenderer unopened.

A Security Deposit valued at $10,000 must be submitted with the Tender. The successful bidder will also be required to provide an Irrevocable Commercial Letter of Credit in the amount of Forty Thousand Dollars ($40,000) on award of the Contract. Failure to provide the Letter of Credit will result in forfeiture of the Security Deposit.

Specifications and Tender forms may be obtained from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako, Environmental Services Department, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory holidays on or after Wednesday, November 5, 2014.

For further information, contact Janine Dougall, Director of Environmental Services, at (250) 692-3195 or 1-800320-3339.

Director – Electoral Area “F” (Vanderhoof Rural) One (1) to be elected Surname

Usual Names Jurisdiction of Residence

HOLUBOSH Randy

East Bay Road, Vanderhoof, B.C.

PETERSEN

Gilbert Road, Vanderhoof, B.C.

Jerry

General Voting Day will be open to QUALIFIED ELECTORS

between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at the following locations: • Cluculz Lake Fire Hall, 3395 Lund Road, Cluculz Lake, B.C. • Nechako Senior Friendship Centre, 219 Victoria Street East, Vanderhoof, B.C.

ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • you are a Canadian citizen; and • you are, or will be on General Voting Day, age 18 or older; and • you have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day; and • you have been a resident of OR registered owner of real property in Electoral Area “F” (Vanderhoof Rural) for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day; and • you are not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting, or not otherwise disqualified by law.

Resident Electors will be required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity. A PERSON IS ALLOWED ONLY 1 VOTE. Non-Resident Property Electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the other property owners. If there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector.

NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS MAY ONLY VOTE ONCE REGARDLESS OF THE NUMBER OF PROPERTIES THEY OWN. Proof of ownership of the property must be provided including the legal description and physical address (tax notice, utility bill, or recent copy of the Land Title Search).

It is recommended that Non-Resident Property Electors contact the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako in advance of General Voting Day to be certain that all requirements have been met.

Companies/Corporations

Properties registered in company/corporation names do not qualify under the Local Government Act to vote in this local government election.

Identification

Classes of documents that may be accepted as evidence of identification are: a British Columbia Driver’s License, a BCID card, an ICBC Owners Certificate of Insurance and Vehicle license, A British Columbia CareCard or GoldCareCard, a Ministry of Social Development and Economic Security Request for Continued Assistance from SDES8, a Social Insurance Card, a Citizenship Card, a real property tax notice, a credit card or debit card, or a utility bill.

NOTICE OF ADVANCE VOTING - Advance voting will be available to qualified electors as follows:

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Cluculz Lake Firehall, 3395 Lund Road, Cluculz Lake, B.C. District of Vanderhoof Municipal Office – 160 Connaught Street, Vanderhoof, B.C. Any qualified elector may vote at an advance voting opportunity.

If you have any questions in this regard, please contact the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako at (250) 692-3195 or 1-800-320-3339.

Given under my hand this 20th day of October, 2014. ________________________________ Cheryl Anderson, Chief Election Officer

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NEWS

Wednesday, November 12, 2014 Omineca Express

Conservative declares candidacy in Vanderhoof Quesnel, Williams Lake, Prince George, and 150 Mile House.

“I wanted to launch my campaign from Vanderhoof as I go across the riding because I think it’s important for constituents to know their next member of parliament will work throughout the riding,” said Ms. Green the day of her announcement. “Voters expect a different kind of representation moving forward and I wanted to send the message from day one.

That every constituent in the Cariboo-Prince George riding deserves representation.”

Photo by Rebecca Watson

FEDERAL ELECTION: David Fehr, Janine North, Sheri Green (candidate for 2015 federal election) and Paul Stevens, who were seen at the Village Inn conference room Nov. 5.

Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Conservative party candidate Sheri Green has announced she will

be seeking nomination for the Cariboo-Prince George riding.

The former Prince George councillor and mayor held a

presentation at the Village Inn on the morning of Nov. 5 to announce her candidacy for the first time.

Ms. Green and her

conservative entourage then proceeded across the Cariboo-Prince George constituency to announce her position, making their way to

BC SPCA your first adoption option!

The pet of the week is Aspen.

She is a 1 year old Border Collie cross that came into the shelter as a stray. She is a very high energy dog and will require a home with plenty of space to run and owners who will provide her with plenty of exercise and stimulation.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADOPT ASPEN OR NEED MORE INFO PLEASE CALL

250-562-5511

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Development of a Pest Management Plan Application #: FLNR-C and N-BC-2015 Applicant: Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations 2000 S. Ospika Boulevard, Prince George, B.C. V2N 4W5

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Agent: SMC Consulting, 1582 Lawrence Avenue, Penticton, B.C. V2A 3C1 Tel/Fax: (250) 492-6193, E-mail: smcconsulting@shaw.ca The purpose of the proposed Pest Management Plan (PMP) is to manage invasive alien plants and/or noxious weeds on provincial Crown land in Central and Northern BC. The PMP applies to areas located within the Thompson-Nicola, Skeena-Queen Charlottes, Kitimat-Stikine, BulkleyNechako, Fraser-Fort George, Stikine, Peace River Regional Districts, and the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality. The PMP applies to areas located within the vicinity of the communities of Albreda, Valemount, McBride, Fort Nelson, Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, Chetwynd, Mackenzie, Prince Rupert, Terrace, Smithers, Vanderhoof, Prince George, Kitimat, Fort Fraser, Fort St. James, Burns Lake, Houston, Hazelton, Dease Lake, Atlin, and communities on Haida Gwaii.

The pest management methods proposed for use include manual, mechanical, cultural, and biological control, and the use of herbicides within the area to which the PMP applies. The common name and examples of the trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: aminopyralid (Milestone), clopyralid (Lontrel), dicamba (Banvel), diflufenzopyr (Overdrive), fluroxypyr (Sightline), glyphosate (Vantage Plus Max), imazapyr (Arsenal), mecoprop-p (Dyvel DX), metsulfuron methyl (Escort), picloram (Tordon 22K), 2,4-D (2,4-D Amine 600), and triclopyr (Garlon XRT). Selective application methods include: wick/wipe-on, injection, squirt bottle, cut surface, and foliar applications using backpack or vehicle mounted sprayer.

The proposed duration of the PMP is from June 10, 2015 to June 10, 2020.

A draft copy of the proposed PMP and maps of the proposed treatment areas may be examined in detail at: Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (2000 S. Ospika Boulevard, Prince George, B.C. V2N 4W5); online at www.for.gov.bc.ca/hra/plants/pmp.htm; or by contacting the Agent listed above.

A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant (c/o SMC Consulting, Agent, at the address listed above), within 30 days of the publication of this notice.

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