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Guilty on all counts Former Fort St. James fire chief convicted of sexual assualt Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Former Fort. St. James fire chief Robert Bennett, 51, was found guilty Friday of sexually assaulting three female firefighters.

The incidents leading to the charges spanned six and a half years, starting Jan. 1, 2007. Although their identities are protected by law, the three women chose to speak publicly about the case.

“Everybody told the truth, well not everybody, but we got the right verdict,” Kirstin Rudolph ,46, said, one of three. “Now if people are on the fence they’ll know which way to go.”

Rudolph lodged her complaint in July 2013, prompting two other women to come forward.

The court heard that in two instances, Bennett groped the women multiple times, including touching their breasts. In a third situation, he locked a woman in a room and tried to have sex with her.

All three women were volunteer firefighters when Bennett was fire chief.

During the trial which commenced Jan. 25, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Glen Parrett heard testimony from the three women and seven other members of the Fort St. James fire department, past and present.

Last Friday, Justice Parrett read a lengthy statement to the court before passing the guilty verdict.

In his address, he reviewed some of the evidence and testimony heard during the court proceedings.

Parrett noted that Rudolph told the court that on a number of occasions Bennett grabbed her by the buttocks and pulled on her ponytail.

Lisa Button, 48, offered similar testimony, having numerous inappropriate encounters with Bennett.

The third victim, Joy Reierson, 46, testified that in February 2013, Bennett took her to a spare room after training practise and shut the door before placing his hand on hers. Reierson described asking

him to stop and effectively being wrestled to the floor, with Bennett kissing her hard. She told the court Bennett exposed himself before a knock on the door gave her a way to escape.

Parrett acknowledged that Bennett’s defence lawyer had argued Reierson was not disheveled when fellow volunteers opened the door and did not complain about the incident at the time. Defence suggested Reierson should not be believed with no evidence of sexual assault in the locked room.

“Indeed the court must prove the touch was of sexual nature, but the fact she wasn’t dishevelled or crying at that stage is not surprising,” Parrett said.

“Laughter emerges from people in many circumstances – one is to divert attention in embarrassment. People react differently to stress and drama, especially when under pressure.”

Witness Bryan Rivard, 20, described the fire department atmosphere as being “a lot of touching, not inappropriately, but friendly.”

Kelly Burdeniuk, 45, deputy fire chief at the time, testified Bennett had become more comfortable with the women – “more hands-on, more touchy.” He described seeing that more frequently over the past three to four years.

Fifty-three-year-old witness Steve Karey admitted Bennett would get a little carried away with “guy stuff and bantering,” and described him changing over time with “no filter.” He told the court he was embarrassed by Bennett’s remarks and “would never talk like that to a female himself.”

Bryan Schneps 51, third in command at the time, described that on July 18, 2013 he went to the fire hall to visit Bennett. “I believe he was twisting Kirstin’s ponytail ...” Mr. Schneps said, who didn’t recall any conversation, “…but if words were spoken by Bennett, they were probably said as a joke.”

Justice Parrett remarked, “His evidence was so out of touch with rest of the testimonies from that day I felt it was necessary to remind Bryan he was under oath.”

Parrett found Mr. Schneps’ evidence “totally unworthy of belief.”

Witness Jon Benison described frequent bantering between Bennett and Kirstin, and testified that Bennett was “intoxicated and clumsy” on specific occasions.

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Express Continued from front Unit chief Mark Rivard, 47, testified Bennett’s relationship with the volunteers had changed over time, in part due to alcohol. He described his actions as being “grossly inappropriate” with some of the female firefighters.

Another volunteer firefighter at the time of the complaints testified they did not witness improper conduct by Bennett, either physically or verbally.

In his closing remarks, Justice Parrett stated, “There is a constant theme that emerges with alcohol use and touching the female volunteers. The second theme is a general want to protect women from the accused. He claims his intent was meant to be humorous but with most respect, nothing could be farther from the truth.”

Bennett was convicted on all three counts and released with conditions with a pre-sentencing date set for Feb. 23. The sentencing will likely be set for four to six weeks from that time.

“It’s not over yet. We have a guilty verdict which is excellent but hopefully the justice continues with the sentencing,” Rudolph said.

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Goodwin goes for gold Fort St. James forward intensifies Team BC for 2015 winter games Rebecca Watson Caledonia Courier Fort St. James — Carla Goodwin 18, of Fort St. James, is a power storm of blocks and hits.

It’s no wonder she was selected for Team BC and will play in the 2015 Canada Winter Games (CWG).

“She plays with a lot of grit and a ton of intensity,” Christina Sharun said, Team BC coach.

Carla plays right-wing forward and was selected in April 2014 as one of 80 top players in the province to try out for Team BC. After a gruelling camp she proved her worth and was chosen as one of 20 players who will represent BC on the U18 women’s hockey team at the CWG in Prince George.

“It was hard competing with all the other players because everyone

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was giving their 110 per cent. No one was taking a shift off,” Carla said. “But I’m so excited I made it and I get to play in front of my hometown crowd.

It’s not something many people say they got to do, play for such a high caliber team in their home province that’s hosting the games.”

Hockey has been Carla’s passion since the age of five when she first started playing with the Fort St. James Stars. She played on the co-ed team as the only girl until her second-year bantam. It’s then she joined the all-girls Prince George Cougar bantam team but still travelled back and forth so she could play on both.

“She practised hitting with the boys and was probably one of the strongest hitters,” Angela Goodwin said, Carla’s mom. “Then we started to drive to PG for her to play with the girls, sometimes four times a week. She still played in Fort St. James on the boys team so almost every night was hockey.”

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F O R WARD: C a r l a Goodwin 18, of Fort St. James, will compete on Team BC for the w o m e n ’s U18 hockey team at the 2015 Canada Winter Photos submitted Games.

PG, Carla decided to move to Kelowna and play for the Pursuit of Excellence hockey academy in hopes of obtaining a scholarship. She achieved her goal and was recently accepted to Lindenwood University in St. Louis Missouri where she will start school this August - full hockey scholarship.

“She is such a strong power forward. Blocks a lot of shots and has a lot of energy every time she goes out on the ice so we always know she will give a positive contribution,” coach Sharun said.

Carla has already felt the reward of being on a winning team bring home gold at provincials 2011-2012, silver at the National Sports Challenge 2013-2014, bronze at the National Sports Challenge 2012-2013 and bronze at the U16 Winter Games 2012.

Her goal for the CWG is to see her team medal but just doing her best has always been a personal motto.

“I was cut my first year trying out for Team BC. You never know what their looking for so I always try my hardest and never give up. Good work ethic and hard work is always your best shot [for anything],” Carla said.

Now that her hard work has paid off, Carla will represent her province on Team BC Feb. 14 - 20.

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Express Police Reports A Vanderhoof female was charged with theft after attempting to steal multiple items from the Independent grocery store Jan. 19. Approximately $1000 worth of merchandise was returned to the store. The Female’s court date is set for March.

There are reportedly three other people involved, only one identified by police. Anyone with further information can call the Vanderhoof RCMP at 250-567-2222 or to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers at 1-800222-8477.

Vanderhoof’s snow-fall protocol Rebecca Watson Omineca Express

A teaser of warm weather brought hope to the end of snow but, like clockwork, frigid temperatures have restocked Vanderhoof snowbanks.

On average, 270 people are injured and two killed in 1,300 crashes every February in the North Central region. The importance of snow clearance is extremely high during this time, Gerry Thiessen said, mayor of Vanderhoof.

“I’m hearing many communities are having severe problems with getting their roads dealt with and I’ve seen everything here being dealt with within a 24 hour period,” mayor Thiessen said. “Considering we were through the first part of winter with brown grass a week An aggressive dog incior two before Christmas, and all of dent occurred near Mapes a sudden we have large dumps of Elementary Feb. 11. Two snow, they’re doing great.” pit bulls were wondering Vanderhoof public works emloose and killing squirrels ployees are solely responsible for near the school. clearing away snow from in-town The principal called roads. They have a crew of eight, RCMP to report the dogs. including director of operations The police looked around Paul Carver who works in-office for them but the dogs and makes all vital decisions. were already gone once During a typical snow removal they arrived. Police are operation, public works could continuing to do routine have anywhere up to six pieces of patrols in the area. “There machinery out at once since there have been a few calls of is always a designated person for concern from different garbage removal. When they haul citizens in the past couple the snow away, it’s typically done at months,” Sgt. Nielsen said. night when traffic is a non issue.

“RCMP are asking people When the snow initially starts to secure and lock up their pets properly.”

Residents who have issues with unknown aggressive animals can call RCMP at 250-567-2222.

A theft was reported at Badgers in Vanderhoof Feb. 11 at 2pm.

The store clerk told police three suspects came into the store and while two engaged her with questions the third took an X-Box1 from the shelf and left the store. The female who left with the item is believed to be First Nation. The suspects were last seen leaving the area in an older beige car, possibly a Toyota Corolla.

There were no cameras or other witnesses. RCMP are seeking information about the suspects. If you have information call 250-567-2222 or to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers at 1-800222-8477.

There have been some ongoing thefts in town, according to Sgt. Nielsen with Vanderhoof and Fort St. James detachment.

“Store owners can always call us if they need help developing a security plan,” he said.

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to fall, Mr. Carver contacts works foreman Randy Bailey, who started his new role Jan. 1, and they decide when to get the guys out at the appropriate time and equipment needed based on conditions. “Our guys are dedicated. They normally recognize by looking out the window if they should come in early.

They truly care about the safety of our community,” Mr. Carver said.

There are three levels of importance when it comes to clearing the roads. Priority 1 roads such as Stewart St., Hospital Rd, Nechako Ave., Burrard Street and Fourth Street are to name a few.

“What’s also important to us are the roads with hills that could pose safety concerns,” said Mr. Carver.

“Also school zones to make sure parents and students are safe.”

Then priority 2 and 3 roads are cleared - mostly back roads and residential side roads - unless the forecast predicts continued snowfall for a long period of time.

“We could do it all at once or stagger things to make sure we have full coverage throughout [the entire snowfall],” said Mr. Carver.

“If it snows for two days we have a bigger problem and will have to strategize to use equipment and man power efficiently. We cannot over work our employees, there are limits.”

Public works has no designated night shift. They simply bring people in as needed and adjust shifts accordingly. “Overtime doesn’t happen often, we try and adjust shifts

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SHOVELING SNOW: Chris Frank shovels heaps of snow on her driveway on Vanderview. “By the time I was halfway it doubled,” Ms. Frank said. to accommodate the night shifts nothing is forever and things change so people can get proper rest,” Mr. all the time.”

Carver said.

The public works stock of salt and The District has moved Paul sand is currently still high. They are Carver into the public works building going through quite a bit but we’ll near the Fire Hall to be closer to his never run out because we’re always employees, a move he’s happy to bringing in new supplies, Mr. Carver make. said.

“We’re always trying to find ways Last winter they went through where communication can be more tons of winter sand but never ran direct and immediate between deciout. Vanderhoof’s snow removal sion makers and people working on budget for 2014 was $350,000, while the ground,” mayor Thiessen said. “I public works only spent $310,122. think it will be a good positive move This years’ budget has not yet been and I’m glad staff sensed that this approved but will likely look similar was the right decision to make. But to last year’s.

Overview of Nechako Lakes riding and aboriginal relations 2014 - 2015 Rebecca Watson Omineca Express

Last year brought good news and bad news for the Nechako Lakes riding.

Thomson Creek Metals’ Mt. Milligan north of Fort St. James reached full production, a new power plant at West Fraser saw mill MLA John Rustad started operation in Fraser Lake, Babine Forest Products opened in Burns Lake which also saw the official opening of a newly rebuilt hospital. The downside to 2014 was the West Fraser saw mill closing in Houston, New Gold’s Blackwater project proposed for 120 km south of Vanderhoof was delayed and the suspension of Endako mine in Fraser Lake.

“The continued transition in Houston and support for Fraser Lake are both at the top of the list in the riding,” MLA John Rustad said,who also mentioned Vanderhoof and Houston’s need of new water towers, projects Mr. Rustad will also focus on this year. “Fort St. James’ highway also needs a repaved surface in which I’m hoping to get approved and I also recognize Fort St. James’ need for a replacement hospital which I will also be pushing throughout 2015,” Mr. Rustad said.

In Vanderhoof Mr. Rustad continues to advocate for a new training facility and pool. He is also trying to finalize community forests for

Vanderhoof and Fraser Lake before year end. Fort St. James, Burns Lake and Houston already have community forests which have helped those communities tremendously, he said.

“Typically a community forest would be relatively close to the community but with the impact from the mountain pine beetle they may not be as close as some would like. But I’m hopeful to get [Vanderhoof and Fraser Lake] a community forest sometime this year,” Mr. Rustad said.

As MLA for the Nechako Lakes riding, Mr. Rustad is also the minister of aboriginal relations and reconciliation. His unique position working for the provincial and federal government has allowed him to be a part of a landmark year (2014) for aboriginal relations.

“We signed 30-40 new agreements between the province and First Nations. The [most momentous] being the supreme court decision for the Tsilhqot’in people. Known as ‘The William Case’ - the first case in Canada that granted aboriginal title to a track of crown land based on the Canadian constitution.

“It is that signing event that will shape future relations between the province and federal government and First Nations in BC,” Mr. Rustad said. “It took 25 years and $30 million for that case to get to the supreme court. The treaty process is long but I would like to have conversations with First Nations on how we can excel that and gain longer-term reconciliation. 2015 will be about having that conversation.”

There are 13 First Nations in the Nechako Lakes riding, 15 if you count overlap territories.

The ministry has signed 19 economic and community development revenue sharing agreements in the province, 175 forest consultant revenue sharing agreements in the last four years and 25 clean energy revenue sharing agreements with independent power projects, a majority within the past year.

Right now the ministry’s focus is LNG and pipeline benefit agreements. The ministry has announced signed agreements with eight First Nations in northern BC, eight of 20 that are on board in the north, Mr. Rustad said. “Some of the benefits are one time monies, some are full-time benefits, some are training and others are through our Environmental Stewardship Initiative which we hope will become a legacy for LNG. It’s the first of it’s kind in Canada,” Mr. Rustad said.

“With this we went to First Nations and said ‘help us develop this’, not this is what were doing.”

The hope through this LNG opportunity is to utilize it as a tool to have First Nations get more engaged economically and see benefits that are lasting.

“We want to see change in the social economic conditions we see on many reserves. They get money federally but the ESI is designed to get away from the government handouts and get First Nations engaged economically,” Mr. Rustad said, who explained 2015 will hopefully see the completion of many more signed agreements.

“2015 poses to be an important year to get final investment decisions on LNG and we may even see construction this year if not in 2016,” Mr. Rustad said.

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Drugs, alcohol and mental health problems: which came first?

Colounm by Dr. David Smith When mental health issues arise among teenagers, parents often wonder: Did alcohol or drugs cause this? Or did a pre-existing mental health issue cause the substance use?

Substance use and mental health problems often go hand-in-hand.

In fact, surveys show that 33 per cent of youth with a diagnosed mental health condition also have a substance use issue. The rates are even higher among those with a diagnosed substance use condition (such as dependence on alcohol or addiction to drugs), with anywhere from 60 to 80 per cent found to have an underlying mental health condition.

When mental illness and substance use show up together it is called a “concurrent disorder” and it is particularly challenging to treat because both issues must be explored and treated at the same time. Sometimes the two are very closely entwined; sometimes they just exist together.

Why do the two issues so often occur together? One reason is that the risk factors underlying both the mental health condition and the substance use issue are similar and may include a genetic predisposition, family history or any of a series of common life stressors such as a past experience of loss, trauma, abuse or poor attachment; a difficult or unstable family or living situation; limited supportive adults in their life; chronic stress; learning disabilities or poor school performance issues; poverty and neglect.

Sometimes the substance use itself can actually trigger mental health concerns like depression, paranoia or hallucinations that may clear up once the substance use is stopped.

Another reason is self-medication. Sometimes a teenager begins to use substances because he or she finds it provides temporary relief from uncomfortable or disconcerting symptoms. They may feel using the substance helps relieve anxiety, tension or depression. For a time it reduces psychological or physical suffering or makes them feel better. When self-medication is occurring, there is a greater risk of long-term dependence because the youth truly feels the substance is helping them cope.

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by BC teenagers. We now know that adolescent brains, particularly the critical frontal lobes, are not completely developed until about age 25. Youth brains are not just immature versions of adult brains, they also appear to be more vulnerable to substance use in ways that adult brains are not. It seems that the younger the start, the higher the risk. The older youth are when they started using alcohol or marijuana, the less likely they are to be current users or to engage in risky behaviours such as mixing different types of alcohol, drinking at high risk levels, using drugs such as amphetamines or crystal meth, or to have injected drugs. Fortunately, results from the 2013 Adolescent Health Survey found that more BC students are waiting to try alcohol and/or cannabis until after they are at least 15 years of age or older.

But the 2013 survey also found that 75 per cent of 16 to 18 years had tried alcohol and 46 per cent had tried marijuana. While most youth do not develop longterm addictions or mental health issues, substance use alone comes with significant risks to their health and wellness. Binge drinking, alcohol poisoning, driving while intoxicated, unprotected sex, and injuries are all risks that arise from substance use, independent of any mental health concerns.

Protective factors against using either drugs or alcohol include good supervision from caring adults, strong connections to school, a positive peer group, involvement in extracurricular activities, and positive self-esteem and attitudes.

In recent years, concerns have been raised about the role heavy marijuana use can have in the onset of psychosis (hallucinations and delusions) and even schizophrenia. In the 2002 Dunedin study (UK) researchers found that cannabis use in adolescence significantly increased the odds of developing schizophrenia in adult-

hood, especially in psychologically vulnerable individuals who had used the drug by age 15. More research on this link will be forthcoming, but we do know that stopping cannabis use is the first essential step to getting the psychosis and schizophrenia under control.

If you suspect that drugs or alcohol may be a problem with your child and may be contributing to a mental health problem, see your family doctor. The doctor may decide to refer you to the Child and Youth Mental Health Services in your community or to the Provincial Youth Concurrent Disorders Program at BC Children’s Hospital. Other resources include: the BC Alcohol & Drug Information & Referral Service at 1-800-6631441. For more information about concurrent disorders see: mindcheck.ca, camh.ca; kelthymentalhealth.ca And talk to your children from early ages about the importance of avoiding the use of any substances to protect their brain health. Dr. Carol-Ann Saari, medical director of the BC Youth Concurrent Disorder Clinic at BC Children’s Hospital notes: “The longer youth can let their brains develop without exposure to drugs, the healthier their brains will be.”

Dr. David Smith is an adolescent and adult psychiatrist, the medical director of the Okanagan Psychiatric services for Interior Health, and a contracted psychiatrist for Child and Youth Mental Health for the Ministry of Children and Family Development. This series of columns is a project of the Child and Youth Mental Health and Substances Use Collaborative, which involves multiple individuals, organizations and ministries all working together to increase the number of children, youth, and their families receiving timely access to mental health services and support. The Collaborative is jointly funded by the Government of British Columbia and Doctors of BC.

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The MenShed in Vanderhoof will host an open house Feb. 19 in the Smithers house at the Vanderhoof Museum site from 11-2pm.

The idea sprung from members of the Nechako Valley Historical Society (NVHS) to have a space where local men can foster their talents and abilities in a welcoming environment.

Taken from their brochure, a MenShed is organized with one purpose, to bring men together and create a safe place for them to meet.

In November the NVHS opened the MenShed’s doors which have since catered to men of all ages.

“We sit around and talk, drink coffee, play cards and are establishing a work shop so the men can continue with hobbies,” Gene Mitran said, member of NVHS and MenShed.

“Quite often when men retire they loose their colleagues, the ones they worked with all their life, and need a place with similar views and outlooks.

It’s a major change in lifestyle for people and perhaps this can help.

Some people that come in are just alone and have nowhere else to go. This is a place for them to come and meet other people, look to the future and maybe do something they’ve always want to.”

The MenShed idea originated in Australia in 2007 and started springing up around New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland and now Canada. It has become an international movement to give men a space they can go, to work on things, be themselves, socialize and gain new experiences.

The hope is to have the MenShed and NVHS help each other, Gene said.

All men are welcome. For more information call 250-9440333 or 250-567-9611.

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Children’s fitness and arts tax credits Did you know?

The children’s fitness tax credit allow you to claim a 15% non-refundable tax credit on an amount up to $1,000 per child per credit on the fees you’ve paid in 2014 to register a child in a prescribed program of eligible activities, this has been increased from the 2013 maximum of $500 per child. This can give you a credit of up to $150 per child per credit.

The children’s Arts tax credit allows you to claim up to a maximum of $500 per child the fees paid in 2014 relating to the cost of registration or membership for your or your spouse’s or common-law partner’s child in a prescribed program of artistic, cultural, recreational, or developmental activity.

• Eligible activities for the children’s arts tax credit include artistic or cultural activities such as art classes, piano lessons, and tutoring, as well as other activities that are intended to improve a child’s dexterity or co-ordination.

• Eligible activities for the children’s fitness tax credit include strenuous games like hockey or soccer and activities such as golf lessons, horseback riding, sailing, and bowling, as well as others that require a similar level of physical activity.

• You can claim these credits for your child, as well as for the child of your spouse or common-law partner.

• The child must have been under 16 years of age (or under 18 years of age if eligible for the disability tax credit) at the beginning of the year in which the eligible expenses were paid.

• You can claim an additional amount of $500 for each eligible child who qualifies for the disability amount and for whom you paid a minimum of $100 in registration or membership fees.

• Two parents can claim eligible fees for the same child, as long as they do not claim the same fees and the combined amount is not more than $500.

Don’t forget to save your receipts.

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HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVE THERAPY BY MAGDALENA SAITO

MenShed open house Feb. 19 at museum

NEWS

Doing something about your health

We don’t yet have regulations of e-cigarette devices in the same way we do for tobacco products.

So what can you do? · Don’t use the items, if you want to quit or get help quitting find out how. · Inform others about the products, especially inform your children about the health risks associated with it and have a talk about peer pressure · If you are a business owner, not allowing these e-cigarettes into your place of work just makes sense, create a designated outdoor area if you must · If you are a smoker or vapour please be considerate of those around you who chose not to smoke, forcing your second hand smoke on others is not and never will be ok.

For anyone worried about the risks and or concerned about what is being done to marketing or regulating these and other items, be sure to take a moment of your time and write a hand written letter to your local MP addressing your concerns.

“Health Canada advises Canadians not to purchase or use electronic cigarettes as these products may pose health risks” (Health Canada, 05 Mar. 2014).

Know yourself, know your health.

If you are interested in attending a letter writing session on these and other topics please get in touch to find out when they are being held.

Magdalena Saito Holistic Health Practitioner

250-524-0333 -- www.HalcyonHolistic.com Young Living Essential Oils Distributor & ReÁexologist

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SPORTS SKIERS: Sarah Barr 33, and Payten Barr 4, from the Nechako ski club on Saturday at the Teck Northern Cup.

Photo by Rebecca Watson

Teck Northern Cup Rebecca Watson Omineca Express

Photo by Clarke Action Photography

SPEEDSKATER: Nechako Lakes speed skater Alison Desmarais is shown here in the 1500 mm quarter final at the Canada Winter Games in Prince George. Alison won this heat to move on to the semi-finals, where she finished fourth in a very close race.

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The Teck Northern Cup took place in Vanderhoof on Saturday, a fun-filled ski race for all ages.

The sky was blue with enjoyable crisp air and people came from all around Nechako Lakes to participate in the races.

First the young group went followed by older kids and then adults. Races from .75 kilometers to 10 km had skiers zipping through the trails at the Nechako Valley Sporting Association.

The sound of a cow bell rang as skiers slid through the finish line.

Those who choose to ski the entire 10km showed great strength at the end approaching the final hill with arms flapping and legs working hard to make it to the finish. Everyone had a smile the entire time.

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YMCA Recreational Programs for Kids!

Parent & Tot Drop-In (0-5 yrs) Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:30 -10:30 @ Gospel Chapel Gym

Teck Northern Cup Scores from Feb. 14 Bulkley Valley (Smithers) 1st with 329 points Caledonia Nordics (Prince George) 2nd with 299 points Nechako Nordics (Vanderhoof) 3rd with 265 points Omineca Ski Club (Burns Lake) 4th with 149 points Snow Valley Ski Club (Kitimat/Terrace) 5th with 19 points

Don’t forget your hat and mitts it’s cold out there.

Active Start (3-5 yrs) Mondays & Thursdays 2:45-3:30 - Gospel Chapel Gym Little Artists (3-5 yrs) Saturdays 10:30-11:15 - Library Rec Room Arts Club (6-12 yrs) Thursdays 5:00-6:00 - Library Rec Room Get Active (6-12 yrs) Mondays & Thursdays - 3:45-4:45 - Gospel Chapel Gym Move It! (9-12 yrs) Mondays 5:00-6:00 - Gospel Chapel Gym COMING SOON! - Senior Fit, Pro D Day Activities, Summer Camps and MORE! For more information or to register your child please contact: Kristin Webster at (250) 567-5679 or Kristin.webster@nbcy.org

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Passing the legacy on for future generations Long after the 2015 Canada Winter Games comes to a close, Northern Gateway will help keep its spirit alive.

As the Official Legacy Partner of the 2015 Canada Winter Games, we’re proud to contribute sports funding that is supporting a more competitive North for future generations. Because when we invest in the people of the North, there’s no limit to what can be achieved.

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The Fun Page

Sudoku

Horoscopes ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, expect to scramble at the last minute when you have to get something Ànished. It may elevate your blood pressure, but you’ll feel good when the task is completed.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 You have to take a stand on a highly contested matter, Taurus. There’s no way to avoid the situation, so it’s best if you just meet it head on. Others will appreciate your direct approach.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, say goodbye to a bad situation, as a better one is on the horizon. It is about time you make things work in your favor and enjoy some R&R. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you have grown in many ways and people are trying to get used to your new persona. They see you as a new person, and that will require an adjustment period.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, paying off a large debt may empty out your bank account, but you have to look at the beneÀts of the situation. No more interest payments mean more savings.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, expect to be caught off guard this week. Allow everything to run its course, and things will be back to normal before you know it.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, be resourceful and economical this week. Frivolous spending will only leave you with a hole in your pocket and not much to show for it.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 This could be a time of profound changes in an important relationship, Scorpio. If you keep an open mind, there is no limit to the beneÀts that await.

Crosswords

CLUES ACROSS 61. Once more 1. Glasgow inhabitant 63. Cavity 5. Dangerous tidal bore 64. Paper this tin plate 10. Prevents harm to creatures 65. Slang for backward 14. Upper class 66. James __, American 15. Caused an open infection steam engineer 16. Styptic 67. Sea eagles 17. Am. Nat’l. Standards Inst.

68. Wooded 18. Muse of lyric poetry and mime 69. Expression of annoyance 19. He Àddled 20. Afrikaans CLUES DOWN 22. Don’t know when yet 1. Spawn of an oyster 23. Mottled cat 2. Town near Venice 24. 1803 USA purchase 3. Bone (pl.)

27. Engine additive 4. Pair of harness shafts 30. Reciprocal of a sine 5. Midway between E and 31. __ King Cole, musician SE 6. Of a main artery 32. Time in the central U.S. 7. Catches 35. Insect pupa sheaths 8. Maintained possession 37. PreÀx denoting “in a” 9. Old Tokyo 38. Okinawa port city 10. Yemen capital 39. Capital of Pais-de-Calais 11. Commoner 40. Small amount 12. Street border 41. Fictional elephant 13. Old Xiamen 42. Grave 21. Soul and calypso songs 43. 12th month (abbr.)

23. Explosive 44. Knights’ garment 25. Put into service 45. One point S of due E 26. Swiss river 46. Lender Sallie ___ 27. Territorial division 47. Express pleasure 28. Pulse 48. Grassland, meadow 29. Hair curling treatments 49. Vikings state 32. Small group of intriguers 52. Deck for divination 33. Portion 55. Mountain 34. Slightly late 56. Cavalry sword 36. Taxi 60. Largest known toad species

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SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, after a few bumpy spells, you may be on the road to a Ànancial recovery. Monitor your spending and continue to maintain your Ànancial discipline.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Real estate values have been rebounding, Capricorn. If you are in the market to sell your home, now may be your chance to do so, but make sure you accept a good offer.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Your responsibilities are at an all-time high, Aquarius. If you speak up, plenty of people will be willing to lend a hand. You just have to accept their offers to help.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, start visualizing positive outcomes and you can produce winning results. A negative attitude will only prevent success.

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Nechako Notes HELPERS: Ernie Joseph and John Rivard work for Nechako Community Services. They go out almost every day to pick up garbage around the downtown area.

They have a day dedicated to the parks and court house and have been doing a great job keeping the streets of Vanderhoof clean and respectable. Good job guys!

VANDERHOOF’S FAITH

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

Call Pam at 250-567-9258

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

567-3107

www.thegospelchapel.ca

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

Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship

The Church on the Corner “Giving you a Purpose to live for and People to live with” Worship Service: 11:00 am Sunday School: 9:45 am Small Groups meeting together regularly: We have a place for you to belong!

For more information call

567-9198 263 Vanderview Drive For more information visit our website: www.vcfemc.com

1393 Highway 16 East 250-567-4960 Join us Sundays @ 9:30 am Everyone Welcome!

Visit our website: nechakocommunitychurch.com

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. ***

PICTURE THIS....Your activity could be featured in “Picture This.” Snap a photo at your groups’ fundraiser. It could be anything from a car wash to cleaning up our streets. It could even include school activities. Basically people making a difference in our community. Send us your photo by e-mail (advertising@ominecaexpress.com) or drop it off at the Omineca Express (150 W. Columbia Street). Please provide a brief description accompanied with the photo.

This week’s submission....

Diego Johnson 8, helping out at Riverside Place.

“He straps on an apron and helps set tables, serves food, and sits for lunch with the seniors. He also helps get them from their rooms, especially the ones in wheelchairs,” Anna Prestmo (aka grandma) says.

NEW EVENTS....

THE NECHAKO VALLEY FESTIVAL OF PERFORMING ARTS... is coming up Mar. 11-17, 2015 at the Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship Church. Programs are available at Woody’s, Vanderhoof Department Store and the Library for $3. The program is also accessible online. Please see our website for full details. www.musicfestivalweb.com/ nechako. We wish all our performers a successful festival experience! *** RHYMES & SONGS...Early steps towards literacy & love of books! Ages 0-35 months. A snack is provided.

Tuesdays ~ to March 3.

S T O RY T I M E STORIES & INTERACTIVE RHYMES...Ages 3 and up, Parents are welcome to stay.

Thursday, to March 5. Vanderhoof Public Library. *** GOSPEL MEETINGS...each Sunday until March 29th, 2015 in the Vanderhoof Public Library from 2pm to 3pm. *** 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. *** 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! Online registration also available at www. girlguides.ca Contact person: Kathy Russell @ 567-3882. *** LEGO FATHER & SON NIGHT...6:30 – 7:30 pm February 18 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. *** 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. *** VANDERHOOF AIR CADETS... Meetings - Tues 6:30-9:30 at the Gospel Chapel For more information call: 250640-0218 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

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*** 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. Phone 250-567-8587.

For more information contact 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 Erling Clemmensen for more info: 250-567-9927. *** AL-ANON...Has your life been affected by someone elses drinking? The AlAnon 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, 250 567-9705. *** 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 250996-1702, 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 @ 5674828. *** 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 5675254. *** 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 250996-1702 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 250-699-7763. *** VANDERHOOF 899 AIR CADET 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 - 250-6907496 Evenings. *** AA MEETING... Wednesday, 8:00 p.m.

United Church Hall. 567-8087 or 5674588 *** 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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SUTCO IS seeking U.S. qualiďŹ ed Class 1 Drivers, steady year round Super B Flat Deck work. We offer group health beneďŹ ts, matched contribution pension, e logs, and auto deposit pay. Apply on line at: sutco.ca/fax resume and abstract to (250)357-2009/call 1-888-357-2612 ext. 230

Information APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism CertiďŹ cate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline April 30, 2015. Send applications to fbula@langara.bc.ca More information online at: www.bccommunitynews. com/ our-programs/scholarship.

NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 11 February 2015

THE DISABILITY Tax Credit. $1500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on avg). Covers: hip/knee replacements, back conditions and restrictions in walking and dressing. 1-844-453-5372.

Reservoir Elevation: 851.29m (2792.95 ft.)

SLS Discharge: 30.5 m3/s Snow pack: 115% long term average Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls: 38 m3/s Nechako River at Vanderhoof: 49 m3/s Reservoir level is currently slightly below the long term average at this time of year at 90%.

Nonetheless to manage the reservoir level and Nechako River water level for the coming snow melt Skins Lake spillway will be increased this week from 30m3/s to 45 M3/S

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Career Opportunities GPRC, FAIRVIEW Campus urgently requires a Power Engineering Instructor! Please contact Brian Carreau at 780835-6631 and/or visit our website: www.gprc.ab.ca/careers

Increasing discharge from the Skins Lake spillway will result in water owing over the existing ice cover in the Cheslatta watershed and the Nechako River, and could create unsafe conditions. It is advised that no activity be conducted on or adjacent to these areas starting immediately.

Visit website www.waterofďŹ ce.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time ow information for the Nechako River.

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

Help Wanted Community Health Nurse sought in Port Hardy, BC. Request job description or apply to marie.hunt@kwakiutl.bc.ca

by Feb 22. Competitive salary offered. Tel. 250-949-6625

Career Opportunities

Our Fort St James location is now accepting applications for a:

Operations Forester Conifex Inc.—through astute strategic acquisitions and strong leadership—is emerging as a major national player in the forestry and sawmilling industry. Operationally, our approach is to blend state-of-the-art technology with the expertise of people who believe in the value of excellence.

Together, we can achieve our vision to become a premier forest products company.

Help Wanted

RECEIVING HOME WORKERS

THINK SAFE! BE SAFE!

Tahtsa Timber Ltd. is looking for

CONTRACT TRUCKS, LONG LOGGERS AND SHORT LOGGERS for the Houston and Burns Lake area.

Contact Stephen Burkholder at stephen@tahtsa.ca Phone: 250-692-0187

Sales

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RETAIL SALES

Taylor Bros. Home Hardware is seeking full time, permanent retail positions. We are a 10,000 sq ft full line hardware store. The successful candidates, should have previous retail experience, must be able to provide outstanding customer service to the general public, in a professional, courteous and helpful manner. They will also be responsible for a section of the store, i.e. plumbing/electrical, which will involve stocking merchandise and weekly ordering. They must be self motivated and a good team player.

We offer a challenging permanent full time job with benefits and resource training in an exciting and busy retail environment.

If you are interested in this opportunity, you are invited to apply for this position by March 9, 2015.

Taylor Bros. Hardware, PO Box 220, Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0 Fax: (250) 567-2165

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POSTING DATE 'FCSVBSZ CLOSING DATE 'FCSVBSZ START DATE "T TPPO BT QPTTJCMF ćJT QPTJUJPO JT PQFO UP GFNBMF BOE NBMF BQQMJDBOUT 1MFBTF TFOE B DPWFS MFUUFS PG JOUFSFTU BOE DVSSFOU SFTVNF PVUMJOJOH ZPVS TLJMMT BOE RVBMJĕDBUJPOT GPS UIF QPTJUJPO BOE JODMVEF UIF KPC QPTJUJOH OVNCFS Via email: flamprecht@nvcss.ca Fax 250-567-6913 Mail: Fiona Lamprecht Nechako Valley Community Services Society , Box 1249, Vanderhoof, BC VOJ 3A0 Nechako Valley Community Services Society is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce We thank all our applicants, however, only those invited to an interview will be contacted.

NAK’AZDLI WHUT’EN P.O. Box 1329, Fort St. James, B.C. V0J 1P0 Telephone (250) 996 – 7171 Fax (250) 996 – 8010

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We wish to thank everyone for their interest in Conifex; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Nak’azdli is seeking individuals to be employed as supervisors/caretakers at the new Receiving Home at 6 Mile. Successful candidates will be expected to provide non judgmental support to families while residing in the Receiving Home.

Employment will include full time, part time and on call.

Priority will be given to couples applying for this position but will also accept individual applicants. The Home’s intention is to provide emergency placement for children who have been apprehended by MCFD, and for children/families that are waiting for the court process to be completed.

DUTIES: ˆ Provide non judgmental support to families involved with Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) while in residence at the Receiving Home ˆ %wareness of community services, resources and systems ˆ Perform janitorial duties ˆ Prepare nutritional meals with families ˆ Maintain a safe environment for families in residence ˆ Model healthy lifestyle for families ˆ +ood communications and time management skills ˆ Maintain a daily log for shift change information sharing QUALIFICATIONS: ˆ Must have high school diploma or eUuivalent ˆ Must possess valid driver’s license/provide driver’s abstract ˆ First %id certi½cate ˆ Food Safe certi½cate ˆ ;HM-S ˆ Must provide criminal record check, prior contact check with MCFD ˆ Must possess good listening skills and be assertive when reUuired ˆ %bility to maintain healthy boundaries ˆ %bility to call the appropriate authorities when necessary ˆ Must be able to maintain strict standards of con½dentiality ˆ Must have understanding of the impacts of residential schools and colonization on %boriginal families ˆ Must have basic knowledge of MCFD policies and procedures Training will be provided.

Please fax cover letter and resume to (250) 996-0129 or email to socialservices@nakazdli.ca.

Deadline February 25, 2015 at 4:00 p.m.

Preference will be given to Nak’azdli community members or people of Aboriginal ancestry.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

NAK’AZDLI WHUT’EN P.O. Box 1329, Fort St. James, B.C. V0J 1P0 Telephone (250) 996 – 7171 Fax (250) 996 – 8010

ROOTS WORKER Nak’azdli Social Development Department is seeking an individual to ½ll the position of Roots ;orker to work with our children that are in care of the Ministry or adopted out.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: ˆ Receives referrals ˆ Conducts ½le reviews ˆ Compiles a list of all Nak’azdli children that have been removed from the community ˆ Communicates with Nak’azdli SD Department, families, foster parents, other professionals, MCFD, %boriginal %gencies and other interested persons ˆ Determines ancestral/familial association ˆ Completes genograms ˆ Organizes Family +roup Conferences, Child ;elfare Committee meetings or other forms of meetings to plan for the child(ren) ˆ ;ork with Nak’azdli children that are in care ensuring the preservation of cultural identi½cation, ties to his/her family and maintain their connection to %boriginal community and heritage QUALIFICATIONS: ˆ Class 5 driver’s license ˆ Provide Criminal Record Check and Prior Contact Check with MCFD ˆ /nowledge of the Family 0aw %ct and Child, Family and Community Service %ct (CFCS%) reUuired Social Services Program Certi½cate or Diploma ˆ +ood interpersonal, written and communication skills ˆ /nowledge of Carrier language/culture and healing initiatives ˆ %bility to maintain strict con½dentiality ˆ %bility to work independently with little or no supervision ˆ Creativity and innovation in planning, implementing programs/training ˆ %ble to work evenings and weekends, perform other duties as needed Please fax cover letter and resume to (250) 996-0129 or email to socialservices@nakazdli.ca.

Deadline February 25, 2015.

Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal ancestry.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Huckleberry Mines Ltd., an 18,,000 TPD open pit copper/molybdenum mine located 121 kilometers south of Houston in west central British Columbia, commenced operation in September 1997; a recent expansion has extended the mine life to 2021. We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

MILL MAINTENANCE PLANNER/SCHEDULER

Huckleberry Mines is seeking a Mill Maintenance Planner/Scheduler to join our multi-disciplined team of maintenance personnel. Reporting to the Mill Maintenance &oordinator the indiYidual Ĺľlling this position Zill be a key team member in developing, managing and controlling all aspects of planning and scheduling maintenance activities in an 18,000 tonne per day copper mineral processing plant. 'uties Zill include Ĺ˜ Promoting and maintaining a safe Zorking environment through compliance Zith Huckleberry Mines Health and Safety programs and the %& Mines $ct Ĺ˜ (nsuring planned and scheduled maintenance activities are aligned Zith the annual budget and operational needs Ĺ˜ Maintaining a short range plan months and long range plan annual

Ĺ˜ :ork Zith the maintenance team to develop job scopes Ĺ˜ :ork Zith the Purchasing group to reTuest, source and obtain parts, tooling and specialized resources Ĺ˜ Scheduling Zork orders based on priority and resource availability Ĺ˜ 7racking and reporting .ey Performance ,ndicators 7he successful candidate Zill possess a minimum of a journeymanĹ‘s TualiĹľcation or a related technical diploma or engineering degree preferred.

7he candidate Zill have e[cellent interpersonal and communication skills, be able to establish and meet deadlines, be a team player and Zork Zell in a fast paced environment. &ompetent computer skills Zith e[perience Zith Microsoft 2fĹľce, &MMS programs and Preventive Maintenance programs are reTuired.

7his position Zorks a Monday to 7hursday, [ schedule days in, days out .

Huckleberry Mines is located appro[imately tZo hours driving time from Houston, %ritish &olumbia. (mployees live in a camp environment on their days of Zork.

7ransportation to and from the mine site is provided from Houston and Smithers by bus and Zhile at the mine site all meals and accommodations are provided free of charge to employees. Houston and Smithers are located in the scenic %ulkley 9alley on 7rans&anada HighZay 1 , an e[cellent area to raise a family and has e[ceptional outdoor recreational activities. More information on the area is available at www.smithers.ca, www.houston.ca and www.rdbn.bc.ca Huckleberry Mines Ltd. offers a competitive salary and a full ranJe of beneĹľts includinJ medical, life, disability income and RRSP savings plan.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Huckleberry Mines Ltd., but only those in consideration will be contacted. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

4ualiĹľed candidates can submit their resumes in conĹľdence to Human Resources Department Huckleberry Mines Ltd. P.O. Box 3000 Houston, B.C. V0J 1Z0 Fax: (604) 517-4701 Email: HR@Huckleberrymines.com

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DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF NOTICE OF SITTING FRONTAGE COURT OF REVISION The Court of Revision shall sit at the time and place shown below for the purpose of reviewing the water frontage tax and the sewer frontage tax rolls and any appeals received against the levy so charged.

THE FRONTAGE COURT OF REVISION SHALL BE HELD AT 5:00 PM FEBRUARY 23, 2015 IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 160 CONNAUGHT STREET, VANDERHOOF, BC A complaint will not be heard unless written notice pursuant to Section 205 of the Community Charter is received by the Collector at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the time of the first sitting of the court. The Frontage Tax Assessment Rolls will be available for viewing for fourteen (14) days prior to the sitting of the Court. The District of Vanderhoof office hours are 8:30 am to 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

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Terrence (Terry) A. Matthews Sept. 10, 1939 – Feb. 2, 2015 It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of our husband, brother and father/grandfather/ great-grandfather, Terrence (Terry) Arthur Matthews at the age of 75 on Monday, February 2, 2015 after a brief battle with cancer. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Melva (Hyde), sister Charlein (Walter) Kalau, children Donna (Kelly) Baltimore & David (Eva) Matthews, grandchildren Lindsey (Che), Matthew (Isabelle), Amy (Jared), Chelsea, Josh & Mackenzie, great-grandchildren, Jailynn, Thomas & Genevieve and his many friends. Terry lived in Fort Fraser for most of his life and was instrumental in providing local provincial ambulance service for 35+ years, setting up the TV society before cable came to town, driving public and catholic school bus, publishing the local Tritown News and working on a wide assortment of volunteer boards throughout the region with the hope of making life just a little nicer for all. He was also an active member at both Fort Fraser and Fraser Lake Catholic churches, where he was an Honorary Life Member of the Knights of Columbus.

Terry especially enjoyed his retirement, wintering in Yuma, Arizona with Melva and his sister and husband, Charlein & Walter. His humour, dart playing and hugs will be missed by his many friends down south. He believed a hug could cure anything and was able to make tough situations a little easier with one.

Terry was predeceased by his mother Lorraine Matthews.

Special thanks to Sharon & Bill McLean, Dr. Drs’s Finnegan and Graham, all the special angels at the Red Deer Hospice and the staff at the cancer clinic in High River.

A Memorial Mass was held at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Airdrie, Alberta on Saturday, February 14th at 11:00 a.m.

We remember thethe most loving man onon a day known forfor remembered most loving man a day known celebrating love. In lieu of flowers we ask for donations to the Red Deer Hospice Society (99 Arnot Ave., Red Deer AB T4R 3S6) in his name.

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NVSS plays well in weekend basketball tourney

Photos by Allan Wishart

BASKETBALL: Marcie Schlick of the Duchess Park Condors looks to harass Nechako Valley’s Kassidy Dick during the AA girls zone championship game at College Heights on Friday evening. Duchess Park won the game 74-54, earning a trip to the provincials.

AWARDS: Legendary basketball coach Doug Harshbarger was on hand at College Heights Secondary to present the Doug Harshbarger Award to three girl basketball players who excel on and off the court in giving back to their community. This year’s recipients were Ariel Gilbert, left, of College Heights, Anika Wallace of Nechako Valley and Emily Holmes of Duchess Park. The players are nominated for the award by their coaches.

Duchess Park beat Nechako Valley Secondary School (NVSS) 74-54 Friday in the final during the Prince George basketball tournament.

Five teams participated in the triple knock out.

NVSS beat College Heights Thursday by 12 points, lost to Duchess Park Thursday by 30 points 80-50, beat College Heights Friday afternoon winning by 22 points 62-40 and lost to Duchess Park Friday in

the final.

Duchess Park is the #1 team in the province and we played them very well, Vaughn Mueller said, NVSS basketball coach. “It was a huge accomplishment for us considering the number three ranked team in the province got beat by 44. It’s just unfortunate we were in the same zone or we would have had a good chance of making the provincials. Duchess is an exceptional girls team. We played our best basketball and it was really good,� Mr Mueller said.

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