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Rebecca Watson Omineca Express A five-guest panel at a Vanderhoof flood meeting Wednesday, June 3 discussed the latest river-flows update for the Nechako.

Representatives from the District of Vanderhoof (DOV), Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resources (MFLNR) and Rio Tinto Alcan (RTA) were present including Justus Benckhuysen from RTA who said he had good news on two fronts.

“While we did get some rain in the reservoir last week it wasn’t a lot so the inflows did not get really high. Another development is we gave the water controller a new revised plan for flood mitigation and that includes over filling the reservoir by a little bit in the knowledge it was going to fill up in the next day or two. The water controller agrees with our approach and we will store all the extra volume coming into the reservoir, over and above what is being discharged at the Spillway and Kemano right now. That means what you see now here in Vanderhoof is about as high as it should get this summer,” Benckhuysen said.

As of Monday, June 8 the Nechako river is flowing at 674 m3/s, down from 677 m3/s three days prior.

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Flood meeting floats good and bad news Continued from front Fire Chief Ian Leslie spoke to the site activities happening in Vanderhoof. “We have over 2,000 metres of gabions in place right now all around to the Sandy Beach areas‌ we have 65,000 sand bags out there, roughly, in 19 different sites all throughout the community in spots we couldn’t place gabions. We also have gabions on the north side of town on Reid Drive, two places there, and also some dirt berm we built.

We also have six different pump locations to pump ground water to keep it down off properties and streets,� Leslie said.

The District of Vanderhoof has closed off certain locations in town due to flooding. “Most of that is trails and parkland, the boat launch and Riverside Park just yesterday, the hydro was disconnected‌the natural gas and sewer less station. We’re going to try and keep the park open as long as we can. Some areas will be flooded but there is still public access,â€? Leslie said Riverside Park gates have now been closed due to highwater.

During Leslie’s debrief, he also mentioned storm drains and man holes in the Vanderview and Reid Drive area have been blocked in an attempt to keep ground water out. “This does cause a bit of a problem when it rains but that’s why we have the pumps,� Leslie said.

Speaking to water levels and mitigation, Lyle Larson, deputy inspector of dykes with MFLNR said, from the forecast centre, there’s about 200 mm, or a week, left of snowpack.

“The installation [of gabions] started May 21 and finished up about June 1. Reid Drive needs more but if the levels don’t get much higher that may not have to happen. The forecast centre was expecting another 5 cm rise in water levels over the next couple days but I think it’s safe to say the water levels will be fluctuating. The levels we’re seeing now you could say this is a 25 year flood‌ back in 2007 the flood reached inflow of 791 m3/s, that was about a 50 year flood..were not expecting water levels to reach what happened back in 2007.â€? Larson said.

He also spoke to climate change and how it is actually changing our hydrologic cycle. “I was never one to think too much about climate change in years past but now‌we are noticing more warmer temperatures, more condensed precipitation, in some areas more snow pack, higher runoffs and flash flood events. Something we need to keep in mind is there may be points in time reservoirs may not be able to handle some of the extreme flow,â€? Larson said.

He suggested people start looking into permanent berms and encouraged the DOV to re-engage their berm-building initiatives.

Mayor Gerry Thiessen and chief administrative officer, Evan Parliament, both took the time to thank all the volunteers who helped sandbag during the past couple weeks.

They also ensured the public they are doing everything they can to be proactive during this time.

For more information on real-time flows of the Nechako visit www.wateroffice.ec.gc.ca or www.

For information on flood preperation and mitigation, visit www.vanderhoof.ca.

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BRIEFLY Flood facts 500 cubic metres per second release equates to the following:

1 cubic metre = 220 gallons

there are 3600 seconds in an hour

1,800,000 cubic metres per hour

Therefore, a release of 500 cms = 396,000,000 gallons of water per hour.

To amplify that, it’s the equivalent of 600 Olympic-size swimming pools per hour (660,000 gallons in one pool).

Interestingly, the average family takes about 6 1/2 years to use that much water.

So that means they are spilling about a 3,600 year supply of water for a typical family every hour.

Therefore, in 24 hours at that rate, it’s enough water for a family for 86,400 years and over 35 days it would be enough to last a family for 3,040,000 years - which is longer than modern humans have existed.

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Cheslatta First Nation expects ancestors to wash ashore again Rebecca Watson Omineca Express CHESLATTA— The sacred cemetery at Cheslatta Carrier First Nation has flooded again due to high water levels not seen since 2007.

Mike Robertson, the nation’s senior policy advisor, says he expects his people’s remains to be washing up any time now and that it wouldn’t be the first time.

“When the water goes down is usually when we find bones,” Robertson said, adding when Rio Tinto Alcan first opened the Skins Lake Spillway his people found caskets floating in the water.

“We still find pieces of caskets floating to this day.”

Cheslatta First Nation is located 23 kilometres south of Burns Lake on the shores of Francios Lake, a tributary of the Fraser River. In 2007 the nation’s cemetery, which sits along the river bank, was flooded under eight feet of water and remains of the deceased washed up on the shores. Today the grounds are under four feet of water and rising, Robertson said.

“When you go down to Cheslatta Lake and walk the shore you don’t know if you’ll find the leg bone of your brother or the arm bone of your aunt. There are people buried as recent as 1952 so everyone is related and remembers the people in those graves.

It’s very disturbing,” he said.

The Cheslatta village and Cheslatta Lake were flooded due to the construction of the Kenney Dam which created the Nechako reservoir, in 1952.

In total the nation has found remains from 15 individuals over the years because of graves being washed away.

Robertson expressed frustration for his nation’s people because, it’s happened so many times, he said.

“We’re frustrated at the haste of things and the events this summer is the reason we need to address these things. It goes back to the design of Kenney Dam. As a cost saving measure they decided to create the spillway but that turned the Cheslatta system into the spillway channel for the Nechako River. The flows seen today are 100 times the natural flow of the Cheslatta. It used to be a menial stream and now you see an ugly brown tyrant,” he said.

In 2012 Cheslatta First Nation proposed to RTA they should build a second release facility at Kenney Dam so the Cheslatta system would not be as greatly impacted.

The proposal is called the Nechako River Legacy Project, and needs to be looked over by RTA along with all other options so they can better manage the water, Robertson said.

“The only safety valve is the Skins Lake

Spillway. If something were to occur that spillway is the only outlet. [I think] that’s incredibly unsafe because the spillway is old,” Robertson said.

Rio Tinto Alcan spokesman Kevin Dobbs assures health, safety and the environment are of top priority and that all the company’s infrastructure and operations go through rigorous reviews to ensure they are operated safely and have minimum impacts to the environment.

“The Skins Lake spillway is in very good condition and is inspected twice a year by independent engineers and each week by Rio Tinto Alcan,” Dobbs said.

It was expressed by RTA representatives at a Vanderhoof flood meeting in May that a second spillway would not be feasible.

There is a meeting scheduled between RTA and Cheslatta First Nation at the end of June to discuss the topic.

“Hopefully we’ll be able to report some progress,” Robertson said.

RTA Representatives expressed at a Vanderhoof flood meeting in May that a second spillway would not be feasible.

There is a meeting scheduled between RTA and Cheslatta First Nation at the end of June to discuss the topic.

“Hopefully we’ll be able to report some progress,” Robertson said.

Farmers Market coming The Vanderhoof Farmers Market Starts Thursday June 11 and has been moved to Ferland Park and will run from 10-2p.m every Thursday into September.

Vegetables, meat, baked goods, crafts, wooden furniture, jewellery, soap and all sorts of locally grown and made goods will be available. The YMCA will also have a booth for kids. Contact Michelle Roberge 250-570-8560 for more information.

Photo submitted by Mike Robertson, senior policy advisor for Cheslatta First Nation

BURIAL GROUNDS: Cheslatta First Nation cemetary is under four feet of water due to flooding.

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GRAVES: Cheslatta First Nation cemetery under water. Photo taken on June 1, 2015.

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Endako employees terminated, mine put on care and maintenance Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Endako — Thompson Creek Metals has placed the suspended Endako mine on care and maintenance effective July 1 resulting in approximately 270 stand-by employees being officially terminated.

“It’s all about molly prices and we [have no choice] but to be supportive,” Fraser Lake mayor Dwayne Lindstrom said, calling the shut down bad news for Fraser

Lake. “The village has been working with [the province] to see what we can do but there’s not a whole lot we can do.”

Production of Endako was suspended at the end of 2014.

Chris Gibbs, manager of operations at Endako says Thompson Creek Metals expects no recovery in the moly market in the foreseeable future.

“It’s no longer a temporary suspension of operations. We were looking at conditions improving over the next 4 -5 months

but that wasn’t the case,” Gibbs said.

Costs of the mine this year are estimated to be $26.7 million, including the costs of suspension, care and maintenance for the remainder of the year and severance for workers. The projected costs for 2016 are expected to be between $5 million and $6 million.

“The smelter is not operational at the moment, we are exploring avenues to see if there are business opportunities. [Right now] we’re protecting the assets and wait-

ing for the good times to return and if in the interim we can make a little bit of money, limited operation at our end, we’ll look at that,” Gibbs said.

About 30 people will remain on the care-and-maintenance crew at Endako but Thompson Creek Metals plans to concentrate efforts on it’s other Canadian asset, Mount Milligan copper-gold mine, located north of Fort St. James.

More information available at thompsoncreekmetals.com.

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Truth, reconciliation and working for forgiveness Michele Taylor Caledonia Courier I am a woman who sits in the middle.

On one side, I am a white woman of privilege; on the other, I am a grandmother, auntie, mother-in-law, cousin and sister to my First Nations family and friends.

My privilege means I have never experienced the lasting intergenerational effects of residential school; the kinds of hatred, self-hate, abuse and racism those friends and family have. But, my open heart allows me to hear their pain and begin to understand through hearing their stories, exactly what Truth and Reconciliation is and means for our people.

Yes, our people.

I can only imagine my cousin’s pain and suffering not ever knowing who murdered his mother. Or understand when I hear my family or friends say they don’t want to be seen as an “Indian”. I also can’t imagine what my new friend - an intergenerational daughter of residential school survivors – feels when she’s told to “just get over it”.

That new friend, Sabrina Sullivan, said such powerful words about her experience, “As a child who grew up under the exact same abuse that occurred in these schools, as an adult who has been deprived of a relationship with a sister my entire life while my other sister rode alongside the little house of terrors, because our mother was so damaged by the practises of the almighty “catholic saviours” during the 60’s scoop, and stole her ability to mother us. The beautiful family and culture I denied for 20 years due to the trauma and abuse I endured as a child to which I have only just reconnected to. I count it another loss.

The on-going battle I fight every day to be the best mom I can (despite the judgements from others). Always fighting the natural instincts ingrained into me and finding forgiveness for the people who have hurt me and forgiving myself for those I have hurt … if these aren’t direct effects on this woman of this generation, tell me what is?

“This is a very real and still very raw reality, to minimize its affects and to say it’s not a big deal, get over it … Shame on you. It’s time to open eyes, heal and acknowledge.”

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with me as an equal – a part of the community. This openness plays a big part in how I can take ownership of my role in the healing process of survivors - through a greater understanding of who my community is, where they come from, and where they are headed.

Part of healing is just like Sabrina said, opening your eyes to what is still happening to the next genera-

tions as a result of what we did. Be a part of that healing process by taking responsibility for and acknowledging what we did to our people - because it doesn’t matter if it was our ancestors who wronged our people - it is and always will be our burden and a part of who we are.

Working for forgiveness is the part we play in truth and in reconciliation.

The Debate About the Debates “Pick your battles” is a wise adage for life, especially in the intensely competitive and adversarial arena that is politics. That is why we have a certain tolerance and even admiration for leaders who display this wisdom in their campaign strategies.

But what if that campaign seems never-ending, and the battles avoided include major issues of the day and time- worn avenues of democratic accountability? I am referring of course to the prime minister’s recent decision to not attend the traditional debates put on by the consortium of Canada’s major broadcasting networks. These debates have become known as “the” debates and one the key focal points of the election campaign: in 2011 the first English-language debate drew 10 million viewers. The only problem, from Mr. Harper’s perspective, is that he can’t control them. And that is why he prefers to have a Google/Globe and Mail debate on the economy in Calgary and a Munk debate on national security in Toronto instead. Smaller, more fragmented audiences looking at

debates focusing on his preferred agenda, in his preferred context, suits him better.

By pulling out of the traditional consortium debates, the government has cleverly conflated two issues: one is that the idea of a broadcasting consortium effectively monopolizing and determining the debate format is no longer acceptable; the other is that it is acceptable for the government to unilaterally change the rules 5 months before an election. The government pretends that the former consideration legitimates the latter; it does not. All it suggests is that we should supplement the broadcasters’ debate with others, and then agree after the election to establish a Debates Commission to set the rules for the following election.

Perhaps the prime minister’s audacity wouldn’t seem so bad if it weren’t part of an even larger pattern of audacity that has characterized his entire tenure in power. We don’t have First Ministers’ conferences anymore, even though healthcare reform and battling climate change are of immense concern to

Canadians and require a very high level of federal-provincial coordination. We don’t have wide open press conferences anymore either.

Instead, we now have personal attack ads between elections, prorogations of parliament whenever a government is in danger of losing a vote of confidence, and omnibus budget implementation bills as the primary vehicle for unpopular measures that are neither budgetary nor about mere implementation. All of this has become simply routine.

If Mr. Harper is rewarded with another majority and becomes the most successful Conservative PM of modern times, his behavior will become the template for Conservatives, the unspoken political playbook for all politicians, and the ‘new normal’ for all young and immigrant Canadians, and even for a large number of older Canadians who don’t bother to remember the honour system that once was. Is this the role model we want for politics in the future?

By Mark Crawford, who teaches politics at Athabasca University.

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Yinka Dene Alliance tours communities along proposed Energy East pipeline route The Yinka Dene Alliance, made up of First Nations in northern B.C. who have banned Enbridge from their territories (Nadleh Whut’en, Nak’azdli, Takla Lake, Saik’uz, Wet’suwet’en, and Tl’azt’en First Nations), are touring communities along the proposed Energy East Tar Sands Pipeline route to raise awareness of their environmental concerns.

“We’re bringing awareness around tar sands and expansion of the tar sands and how it’s devastating to everyone. It’s not just a First Nations issue it’s everyones issue and we are sharing our successes and some of the issues…we are living in climate change and we need to bring awareness to as many people as we can to start a national discussion about these pipelines coming through Canada and First Nations communities,” said Geraldine Thomas-Flurer of Saik’uz, Yinka Dene Alliance.

The West Meets East tour started May 30 with a major March to the End of the Line event outside St. John, NB and will span three weeks as it follows the Energy East route all the way to Winnipeg.

The group will share the story of how they came to understand the dangers associated with pipelines when they created the Save the Fraser Declaration, now signed by more than 130 First Nations.

Thomas-Flurer says the response thus far has been excellent as the group was treated well in Tobique by Elder Hart Perley on June 2 and, last night we participated in a full moon ceremony on a sacred mountain with a sacred fire, she said.

“It gives us strength and hope and we say prayers for strength and for one another. It’s a beautiful thing when you participate in a sacred fire or prayer circle especially on a sacred mountain,” she said, adding calls have been coming in from communities across the country asking for Yinka Dene, interested in hearing more on their story. “Every single project that will expand tar sands is not good for Canadians. Yes you’ll get money but you can’t eat it and can’t drink it.

People need to smarten up and take what we have seriously. We have drinking water now but if we keep this up… it’s not a good thing,” ThomasFlurer said.

For more information visit www.thewestmeetseast.ca and yinkadene.ca.

PROTEST: On May 30, 2015, over 500 Canadian citizens and First Nations marched in Red Head, Saint John, at the End of the Line for the proposed Energy East pipeline.

First Nations from across Turtle Island lead the Red Head March.

The people were protesting the proposed mega pipeline and the tank terminal that would destroy and the Red Head community and endanger the Bay of Fundy.

If approved, TransCanada’s Energy East pipeline would travel 4600km from Alberta to Saint John, New Brunswick, shipping 1.1 million barrels of crude oil and bitumen for export through the Bay of Fundy, a critical habit for Right whales and home to thousands of jobs in Tourism and Fishing.

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“Every project that will expand tar sands is not good..

Yes you’ll get money but you can’t eat it and can’t drink it.”Geraldine ThomasFlurer, Saik’uz

HOLISTIC ALTERNATIVE THERAPY BY MAGDALENA SAITO

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Germ proof yourself Part I All this talk about germs and illness. Just a few tidbits about priming a healthy immune system. I’m sure reading over this list you won’t be surprised that its good for you all around, being healthy keeps bugs away, so here are some pointers · Eat whole foods as much as possible, raw as possible and chewed well gets you the most bang per bite, more nutrients, more vitamins just be sure to wash them well first, and prepare food safely (avoid cross contaminating raw food surfaces) ( the only exception to eating things raw, is mushrooms, mushrooms should be cooked) · Eat good fats while avoiding bad fats – anything ‘saturated, trans or processed tends to be not so great, stick to unprocessed good fats such as olive oil, avocados, nuts, coconut oil etc (remember that heating oil begins its breakdown, so consider using them as a topping on foods, rather than as a cooking/frying base) · Eliminate refined sugar – not reduce but eliminate.

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All boats off UBC student measures the water sediments in the Nechako as Rebecca Watson Omineca Express A Flood Watch Advisory for the Nechako River is being maintained by the B.C. River Forecast Centre and all unauthorized boats should not be on the water at this time, said Evan Parliament, Vanderhoof’s chief administration officer, who spoke to the topic at a flood meeting June 3.

“The only authorized users to date is Freshwater Fisheries. They have some work to do regarding the white sturgeon and work involving UBC students but we ask everyone else to please remain off the river,” Parliament said.

Since the river is not the District of Vanderhoof’s jurisdiction, Parliament expressed they do have challenges but have been working with Transportation Canada and the RCMP to get the notice out there for people to stay off the river.

“Most people as soon as their notified are saying, ‘oh it’s parked’. So it’s important to let us (the DOV) know. We have had the odd non motorized vehicle on [the river], some are good they stay on the south shore, but even a little bit of wake is disturbing so we’re even monitoring kayaks and tubes,” Parliament said.

The RCMP are also taking the matter seriously and are asking people to stay off the river or they will be forced off.

“If a person is doing spins and deliberately causing wake that damages shore line they could be charged with mischief and get their boat seized,” Commander Svend Nielsen said.

part of masters degree Rebecca Watson Omineca Express

Sand and fine particles flowing through the Nechako have an impact on fish-spawning operations, specifically the white sturgeon, but how big of an impact is still unknown.

Which is why Simon Gauthier-Fauteux, 27, a geography student from the University of B.C., has been working on finding out how, where and when sediment is being transported.

“This is important to know because of previous research stating sediment is linked to sturgeon survival. [But] we’re still at the research stage, finding out what’s moving and where it’s moving,” he said.

As part of his Master of Science thesis in geography, Gauthier-Fauteux’s started measuring sediments moving in the Nechako last year in four key locations as a continuation of a project that started a few years ago.

At each location he measures from the south to north bank sampling every ten meters across the channel looking at the rate and size of what’s moving.

He samples on average two spots a day depending on changes in water level, which equals about 20 samples per day, he said.

“What we’re seeing is how [sediments] play into the fish when sturgeon eggs are stuck at the bottom. When the larger ones hatch they have to hide in the rocks so when tons of sand is coming in and filling in hiding spaces they can’t find a spot,” he said.

Through his studies Gauthier-Fauteux has also mapped out the water table including depth and velocity prior to entering his research into a computer model.

His project will continue until the end of summer 2016 at which time he will present his findings to the White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative team. Read more on page 9.

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TRAPPING SEDIMENT: Simon Gauthier-Fauteux, 27, a UBC student is seen here on the Nechako River using a helley-smith sampler to pick up sediments in the river as they flow by.

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Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative: Monitoring sediment transport and larval habitat quality The Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative (NWSRI) has been closely monitoring sediment transport through the Vanderhoof reach of the Nechako since the ice cleared around March 20th, 2015.

The purpose of monitoring sediment transport is to understand how the reach is evolving through time and how this might affect the quality of sturgeon habitat.

Our earlier research has revealed that recruitment failure for Nechako Sturgeon likely occurs during the egg incubation and/ or larval hiding or rearing phases.

Accumulation of fine sediment (basi-

cally sand) in the spawning areas covers the sticky eggs and prevents them from adhering to gravel on the river bottom.

This sand also fills in spaces within the gravel that White Sturgeon larvae preferentially hide in immediately after hatching.

This behavior provides them with several survival advantages such as increased growth and reduced predation.

Where, how and when sediment is being transported through the reach affects whether sand-free gravel habitat is available and can be used by the larvae.

So far this year, the increasing water

level has made for very interesting patterns of flow and sediment transport in the area.

We have observed that sediment tends to be transported along narrow lanes within the river, usually between 10-40% of the total channel width. We have also observed more sediment being transported at the upstream end of the reach than at the downstream end.

This trend is expected to flip later in the year as the balance tips and more sediment begins to get transported out of the reach.

We look forward to continue our monitoring throughout the summer months.

The results from this study will advance our understanding of how sediment transport affects Sturgeon habitat and will contribute toward resolving the recruitment problems facing this endangered species.

The research is being conducted by Simon Gauthier-Fauteux as part of a Master of Science thesis in Geography at the University of BC. I would like to thank the Carrier Sekani Tribal Council for their generous help with fieldwork.

Sent in by Simon Gauthier-Fauteux

Photo by Rebecca Watson

TEAMWORK: Aaron Raphael, 25, and Simon Gauthier-Fauteux, 27, use the helley-smith sampler and work together to collect sediments on the Nechako River.

Saik’uz resident sent to hospital following ATV accident Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Police were called to Saik’uz First Nation May 18 to respond to someone who was in an ATV accident. When authorities arrived they spotted the ATV rider who as soon as he saw police took off running. The RCMP noted a great deal of blood and possible injuries so they continued to look for the 23-year-old male.

About 45 minutes later they tracked him down

and found a nasty bump on his head along with a sore knee. “The quad was not stolen but he had a warrant out for his arrest,” Commander Svend Nielsen said. “Alcohol played a factor as well.”

The call was for the accident but onlookers also told police the male had been driving the ATV around Saik’uz all night.

He was eventually transported to University Hospital in Prince George where he received treatment for what turned out to be minor injuries.

Tool theft prompts police to remind residents of proper security practises Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Police received a report of tool theft June 2 from a resident living on Mountainview Road. Someone came into their unlocked shed and stole various tools including a chainsaw and drill. The suspect allegedly came back for the third time before the resident decided to call the police. Authorities are asking everyone to make sure their shed and garage doors are secure before going to sleep or leaving.

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Kid’s be creative at Glad Tiding’s Toy Library Rebecca Watson Omineca Express

a variety of textures and techniques.

“They made their own clay beads and then made necklaces from them.

We also did meditation drawings using mondalas,” Williams said.

Payten Barr, 4, excitedly pointed out her creations in the room.

“I liked putting all the shiny stuff on the fancy [beads],” she said, looking down at her necklace.

Another participant Emma Wiebe, 5, said she loved painting bunnies.

“That was my favourite because I like to be a bunny sometimes,” she said with a smile.

“I liked putting all the shiny stuff on the fancy [beads].” Payten Barr, 4.

Kids minds are like sponges so teaching them to be creative at a young age will help them maintain creativity as an adult.

A theory strongly believed by Toy Lending Library co-ordinator Pat Williams, who started teaching a kids art class every Thursday at the Glad Tidings Church.

“I didn’t just want them cutting and pasting. The goal is to teach the kids to do some serious art using water colours and acrylic,” Williams said.

The art-day series started in March and an art show was held Thursday, June 4 to highlight the kids creations which utilized

Photo by Rebecca Watson

FRIENDS: Emma Wiebe, 5, and Payten Barr, 4, smile at the Glad Tidings kids art show Thursday, June 4 after getting to show off their necklaces and paintings created through the art workshop.

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Youth soccer takes over Fort St. James fields Michele Taylor Caledonia Courier

Fort St. James driver still in serious condition Rebecca Watson Omineca Express The 41-year-old man from Fort St. James involved in a car accident that closed both lanes on Hwy 27 Monday, June 1 remains in stable yet serious condition. “Typically in this kind of situation with a single driver we take the information we have and give it to the crown to see if we can proceed with a criminal offence. [In this case] we were able to gather evidence to potentially support charges,�

Commander Svend Neilsen said.

Since the investigation is still ongoing and to protect those involved before any charges are proven, police are not able to give the man’s name at this time.

Photo by Michele Taylor

SOCCER: Burns Lake Crazy Kickers’ Sequoia Mann supports teammate Dominic Mannweiller as he kicks the ball forward as Josh Villamor and Marek Baker with Vanderhoof 2 charge defense during the Fort St. James Youth Soccer May 23.

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Flood worsens for Fort Fraser Family What do you do in case of disaster emergency and where do you go to find relief Rebecca Watson Omineca Express Rising water in the Nechako River is becoming worrisome for folks living near its banks including April Powers of Fort Fraser, who has a mote around her home’s mainland and was featured in last week’s paper.

“It’s gone up another foot already and now there is a collection of logs blocking our driveway. I don’t know what else to do. Hopefully it slows down here but they told me it might be all summer long,” Powers said.

The Fort Fraser family has been using a canoe to travel to and from their home across their 800 yard driveway which is now more than five feet in some areas.

Fortunately they have acquired a slightly bigger aluminum boat with a small motor which has made things a little easier, Powers said.

“But it’s getting ridiculous,” she said.

“Their telling me it’s going to go up another foot and last until the end of summer… especially with my bad knee it’s a real pain.”

Regional District of Bulkley Nechako (RDBN) protective services manager, Deborah Jones-Middleton, told Powers that she should be prepared if the family needs to evacuate and if so, the RDBN will be there to help.

“I asked her to keep track of what’s happening, send in pictures, and there may be a possibility down the road for financial assistance but not through us, it’s all through the province.

If she needed to leave her home the RDBN would be able to help her through EMBC to provide emergency support services,” JonesMiddleton said.

Residents needing disaster relief can contact their municipal government or the RDBN, who will then reach out to EMBC for relief services such as sand bags for primary property and, in some cases, food and accommodations, JonesMiddleton said.

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WATER UPDATE: Since last week Kathy Hawrys basement in her house on Reid Drive has flooded. She is seen here standing in nearly a foot of water pointing at sediment already starting to surface through cracks in the concrete created by the water. She is concerned now about mould.

“Last time it came quick and so we’re trying to be proactive. I called a place in Prince George to help since there is no mould mitigation group in Vanderhoof. They said anywhere from $500-$2,500 depending on how large a space.”

SEND US: If you have a picture of flooding on your property, send it to us at newsroom@ominecaexpress.com.

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Hooterville Hoot revs up Vanderhoof Rebecca Watson Omineca Express It was a hoot’in good time at the 31 annual Hooterville Hoot Sunday as hundreds of car, truck and motorcycle enthusiasts lined the coop parking lot to showoff their automotive goods.

The entire spot was filled with old and new rides as onlookers enjoyed walking

around and viewing the classics, hot rods, custom cars and more.

Dave Funk, event organizer for the past six years, says this year went really well.

“There was a good bunch of cars and a great turn out but we always have a pretty good turn out. The main thing is everybody was happy,” he said.

A 1970 Plymouth GTX with a supercharged 426 hemi engine caught the eye of

James Lane, Speedway mechanic.

“Thats a lot of motor,” Lane said after waiting the whole show to hear what the car sounded like.

One unique vehicle that caught the eye of passerbys was a red Chevrolet cabover engine (COE) truck. Another one that proved fun for kids was a large military deuce and a half.

Jamie Vogh was spotted being a cool guy

in his black 72 Chevelle.

Henry and Rita Enruh were full of smiles in their blue Ford Galaxy.

Lionel Work gave a thumbs up in his Thunderbird.

A young girl from Prince George was caught in her mini taxi, the first car she’s ever owned.

“I like driving,” Jersey Wium, 4, said with a smile.

Photo by Rebecca Watson

WOOT: Richie Allman, Sheala Milum, Jillian Giesbrecht and Bridget Giesbrecht show their enthusiasm at the Hootervile Hoot Sunday riding in the back of an 1981 orange Dodge pickup. More pictures on back page.

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B.C. adds $10m to cut surgery wait times Technopure 250-699-6688 Jeff Nagel Black Press Patients who have endured excessive waits for surgery may get into the operating room faster this summer.

The province is injecting $10 million into the system to perform an extra 1,000 surgeries province-wide in an effort to reduce wait times.

The extra money will be targeted for patients who have waited longer than 40 weeks for surgery, Health Minister Terry Lake said Monday.

Orthopedic surgeries, cataracts, hernias, plastic surgeries and ear, nose and throat procedures will be eligible for accelerated treatment.

Lake said the money will open up extra operating room time in hospitals across the province, and in some cases it will be used to contract private clinics to perform extra day surgeries.

“Patients want to have their surgeries done,” Lake told reporters. “If the quality is there and if it reduces wait lists and it’s paid for and administered by the public system, I think British Columbians would agree with that approach.”

Just one per cent of surgeries in B.C. were performed by private clinics using public funds in 2013.

It’s not yet clear how much that might increase but Island Health said in April it’s seeking a private clinic operator to provide up to 4,000 day surgeries a year, or about 10 per cent of the region’s annual total.

Further cash infusions for surgery increases are expected in the fall and early next year.

Along with the promised short-term relief, the province is also pursuing longer-range measures to make the surgical system more efficient.

Many family doctors often refer to the same heavily booked surgeon due to reputation or preference, while other surgeons are sometimes

idle.

Lake said one alternative may be to instead shift to a pool of surgeons where patients get assigned to the first one available.

Similarly, patients who face a long wait to get into their local hospital may be urged to instead get their surgery performed at another hospital an hour or so down the road where OR time is going unused.

“For patients, it’s not as convenient perhaps,” Lake said. “But it is an opportunity to have their surgery done faster.”

More recruitment and training of anaesthetists and surgical nurses is also part of the long-range plan.

B.C. has increased the numbers of surgeries it performs over the years, but demand has risen faster.

Lake pointed to soaring demand for procedures such as hip replacements over the last 15 years as patients realize what recent medical advancements now offer them.

Each year there are more seniors who are typically living longer lives.

“We know these surgeries are becoming the expectation for people who want to live a good quality of life and that is the demand we want to meet.”

More than 50 of the province’s nearly 300 operating rooms are not regularly staffed, according to a health ministry discussion paper on surgical reform.

It said operating rooms are generally idle because health authorities have insufficient funds to run them, but in some cases they’re shuttered because of a lack of specialized staff such as anaesthestists or insufficient local demand.

According to the provincial surgical wait time website, the typical patient is waiting 45 weeks for knee replacement surgery and up to 10 per cent of them wait 77 weeks or longer.

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Fraser Health engineered its own surgery surge earlier this year, reallocating a budget surplus to perform seven per cent more surgeries to reduce wait lists.

It’s not yet known if Fraser will be charged financial penalties under the province’s pay-for-performance system for several hundred surgery waits that in late 2014 threatened to extend longer than a year.

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Horoscopes ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week expect to gain a better understanding of things that have confounded you in the past. Someone comes into your life to play the role of teacher.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Fun conversations with a friend prove to be a great way to start your week, Taurus. Things will continue to progress on a positive note throughout the week.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, be there for a friend who needs you in the coming days. This friend has been there to support you in the past, so now it’s your turn to provide support.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, do not hesitate to share your personal goals with others in your life. Your loved ones are there to offer their support and encourage you to do your best.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 This week you are more comfortable relaxing and engaging in fun pursuits, Pisces. Immerse yourself in creative projects.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, others are sure to take notice of your work ethic and impressive accomplishments this week. If you keep quiet, recognition may pass you by.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS JUNE 7 Iggy Azalea, Singer (25)

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Worrying about something you can’t change will only bring on more stress, Libra. Trust that things will work out and don’t worry about things you can’t control.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, your ideas are met with encouragement and optimism this week. Stick with your plans and allow others’ encouragement to fuel you as you work toward your goals.

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Getting children to try new foods is not always easy. Kids have a tendency to be picky when it comes to the foods they eat, and many youngsters are reluctant to try all but the most familiar foods.

Dining on different foods helps to develop the palate and also ensures that children are being exposed to an array of nutrients and vitamins that are essential for growing bodies.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, attention to detail is a staple of your work ethic. Try not to get too caught up in the minor details, as you might end up missing the big picture.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, make an effort to more effectively manage life at work and at home this week. The fruits of your labors will pay off with more productivity at work and more family time at home.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, stay true to your faith this week. Don’t feel you have to change to Àt in with the masses. Uniqueness is to be prized, and your faith can guide you.

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SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, don’t be afraid to readjust your work schedule if you are running out of gas. You can handle multiple projects at once, but don’t do so at the expense of your health.

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Tasty meal gets kids cooking in the kitchen A youngster who went shopping, picked out foods and assisted in the kitchen may be more eager to try the Ànal product than one who has not.

Cheddar Beef Enchiladas 1 pound ground beef 1 envelope taco seasoning 1 cup water 2 cups cooked rice 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese,

divided 10 to 12 Áour tortillas (8 inches), warmed 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer, pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.

Stir in rice. Cook and stir until liquid is evaporated.

Spread about 2 tablespoons of refried beans, 1¼4 cup of the beef mixture and 1 tablespoon cheese down the center of each tortilla; roll up. Place seam-side down in two greased 13x9x2-inch baking dishes.

Combine salsa and soup; pour down the center of the enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake one

casserole, uncovered, at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Cover and freeze remaining casserole for up to 3 months.

To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Cover and bake at 350 for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5 to 10 minutes longer, or until heated through and cheese is melted.

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

This week’s submission....

NEW EVENTS....

Photo by Rebecca Watson

OLD CAR: motor vehicle enthusiasts had fun touring the old and new at the Hooterville Hoot Sunday, June 7.

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.

Nechako Christian Fellowship WELCOMES YOU! 11:00 am Worship Service 767 Loop Road Email: NechCS@live.com Christ - Centered Bible - Based Missions - Minded Non-Denominational

“...holding forth the Word of life...” Phil 2:16

Vanderhoof Christian Fellowship

The Church on the Corner “Giving you a Purpose to live for and People to live with” Worship Service: 10:00 am

1393 Highway 16 East 250-567-4960

Small Groups meeting together regularly: We have a place for you to belong!

For more information call

Join us Sundays @ 9:30 am Everyone Welcome!

For more information visit our website: www.vcfemc.com

Visit our website: nechakocommunitychurch.com

567-9198 263 Vanderview Drive

FRASER LAKE FESTIVAL of the Arts is calling on visual artists of all mediums, quilters, pottery, bands, singers, poets etc. Festival will be August 8th, 2015.Call 250-6991234 for more information or email: festivalofthearts@gmail.com *** TEEN SUMMER CHALLENGE... come on down to the Vanderhoof Public Library and register for July 7 to August 14. Looking for excitement this summer? This is for ages 13 to 18. Complete challenges to earn points for weekly prize draws. For every five points earned, you will get one entry for the grand prize draw of a tablet! Encourage your friends to register - we need a minimum of 25 teens to take this challenge. *** IDIDALAP4CANCER... is set to go on June 19/15 ............. start getting your teams ready for another fabulous fundraiser!! *** 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. *** 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.

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.

Riders on the All In For Maddy Poker Ride on May 30.

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: 250-5679927. *** AL-ANON...Has your life been affected by someone elses drinking?

The Al-Anon is for you! Meetings held on Mondays at 7pm in Community Room at Omineca Safe Home Society.

For more information contact Gail at 567-4318. *** THE NORTHSIDE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE...meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Newcomers always welcome. For more information call Brenda, 250 567-9705. *** 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 call Valerie Pagdin at 250-567-6218 (weekdays), 250-567-3889 (evenings/ weekends) or vanderhoofhospice@ gmail.com *** THE FOOD BANK... is in serious need of food donations. Specifically the following is needed: “Chunky” soups and stews and canned milk. *** BADMINTON AT FLESS GYM...

Every Thursday at 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. come out and have some fun! *** THE VANDERHOOF CANCER SUPPORT GROUP...meets the first Friday of every month @ noon at the The Reid. For more info call Karen @ 567-4828. *** ENDAKO HALL SOCIETY...meets every THIRD Wednesday of the month in the hall at 7:30pm. *** THE YELLOWHEAD DRAFT HORSE ASSOCIATION...is an organization for those interested in light and heavy horse driving. Monthly meetings every second Tuesday of the month.

For more info contact: Jon 250-5678484. *** NECHAKO QUILTERS GUILD... meets the third Tuesday of the month 9:30 am (Sept. - May) at Nechako View Seniors Common Room. Fran Sheeley 567-5254.

*** THE FRASER QUILTERS GUILD... meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10am at the Fort Fraser Community Hall. Newcomers welcome. *** HOSPICE TREE OF LIFE... is to honour the living as well as to remember and honour those who have passed on. For more info call Valerie Pagdin at 250-567-6218 (weekdays), 250-567-3889 (evenings/ weekends) or vanderhoofhospice@ gmail.com *** THE FRASER LAKE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP... meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon in Autumn Services. For further information call Judy at 250-6997763. *** 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 - 250-6400218, Yvonne Melo - 250-690-7496 Evenings. *** AA MEETING... Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. United Church Hall. 567-8087 or 567-4588 *** FRASER LAKE AA MEETINGS...

Tues & Thurs 8:00 p.m. at St. Wilfred’s Church just across from the Village Hall. *** ST. JOHN HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SOCIETY... meets second Tuesday of the month (with the exception of July & August) at 7:00 p.m. in the hospital cafeteria. For further info contact Edna 567-9759 - New members welcome. *** VANDERHOOF LIBRARY HOURS Tuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday 10:00am to 5:00pm & 6:30pm to 8:30pm Thursday 10:00am to 5:00pm Friday 10:00 am to 6:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm *** FRASER LAKE LIBRARY HOURS Sunday & Monday Closed Tuesday 10am - 4pm Wednesday & Thursday 12pm - 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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CANADA BENEFIT Group Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888511-2250 or online at: www.canadabenefit.ca/ free-assessment.

NECHAKO RESERVOIR UPDATE 5 June 2015 Reservoir Elevation: 853.48 m

(2800.13 ft.)

Phone:

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250-567-2070 E-Mail: advertising@ ominecaexpress. com OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Friday 8:30am - 5:00 pm Omineca Express published every Wednesday Stuart/Nechako Advertiser published every Friday ADVERTISING DEADLINES Express -- Friday, 12-noon Advertiser -- Tuesday, 12-noon

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DISCRIMINATION LEGISLATION: Advertisers are reminded that provincial legislation forbids the publication of any advertisement which discriminated against any person because of race, religion, sex, colour, nationality, ancestry, place of origin, or age unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

COPYRIGHT: Copyright and/or property rights subsist in all advertisements and in all other advertising material appearing in this edition of the Omineca Express. Permission to reproduce wholly or in any part and in any form whatsoever, particularly by a photographic or offset process in a publication, must be obtained in writing from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction will be subject to recourse in law.

SLS Discharge: 455 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 480 m3/s Nautley River: 253 m3/s Vanderhoof: 675 m3/s Please give me a call at 567-5105 or 567-0351 if you have any questions about flow management.

Spillway discharge was reduced to 455 m3/s this morning to maintain the current water level in the Nechako River.

Water level in the Nechako River at Vanderhoof should remain at the current level for the next several days.

The reservoir will be overfilled by a maximum of 0.18m (7.2 inches) to prevent water flow from getting higher than 700 m3/s (5.510 m) at Vanderhoof. Flow will be 550 m3/s (4.812 m) or higher for another 8 to 35 days, depending on the amount of rain received in the region over the next several weeks.

Please note that the flow from the Nautley River from the Water Survey of Canada gauge (shown above) is not accurate due to back pressure from the high water level in the Nechako River.

Actual flow from the Nautley River and other tributaries upstream of Vanderhoof is estimated to be a total of about 195 m3/s. The weather over the next five days is expected to be dry and so this total flow is expected to drop consistently over that time.

Visit website www.wateroffice.ec.gc.ca for up to date real-time flow 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

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ELECTRICIAN Houston, BC DH Manufacturing is looking for a F/T Electrician. Applicant must be certified and have experience. Benefits after 3 months, wage neg., based on experience.

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For more info call Henry at

All West Auctions 250-570-8586

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Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Coins, Silver, Gold, Jewelry, Estates Chad: 778-281-0030 in town.

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Albert Alexander Nicholson known as Bert Nicholson has passed away February 09, 2015 in the St. John Hospital of natural causes.

Bert was born to Alex and Rose Nicholson February 04, 1931 at Milne’s Landing, River Road which was later renamed Sackner Road in Vanderhoof, BC. He is predeceased by his sister Betty, nephew Jackie, father Alex, mother Rose and wife Myrtle.

He leaves behind his partner Christa Christenson and her 3 children. His brother John Nicholson, nephew James & Daphne Nicholson (Colleen, Timothy, Cynthia) niece Joanne & Pete Penner (Dustan, Benjamin, Calvin).

Bert made his life in Vanderhoof. He lived in town close to the St. Joseph School, then along Highway 16 across from L&M Sawmill for over 50 years. He had recently moved into town with Christa.

In the beginning of his working career he was a mechanic at a car sale dealership in Prince George, BC. Then into AA Nicholson Welding, owner operator of large equipment; land clearing and road building. It was through his welding that he earned the nick-name “Sparky”. He welcomed the local contractor’s to his home site along Highway 16 for repairs and washing their equipment. This had become part of a usual Friday night gathering.

Bert enjoyed old time fiddling, feeding the birds, carpentry, fishing, hunting and traveling. There are many albums hosting the camping ventures and trips to Mexico, Hawaii and Alaska. He was passionate about the house boat that he had built. Many friends and family enjoyed outings on nearby lakes with Bert and Myrtle hosting the day!

Bert will be missed...His many stories, sense of humour and his keen eye for details.

To honour his wishes there will be no service.

Family and friends gathered as Bert’s ashes were placed beside his parents on April 18th, 2015 at the Vanderhoof Cemetery.

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

NAK’AZDLI DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION P.O. Box 985, Fort St. James, BC,V0J 1P0 Tel (250) 996-0088 Fax (250) 996-7634

BOOKKEEPER

Position Purpose: Manages payroll for NDC Employees, small companies bookkeeping and provides general accounting services assistance for auditing purposes. Must have good communication skills, team player and be able work in an of½ce setting.

Reports to: President and CEO JOB RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain accurate and current records of Employees Provide accounting services for economic development enterprises for the Nak’azdli Band Carry Out General Financial Administrative Duties As Required ENTRY REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a two year diploma in accounting with ½ve years accounting experience including payroll Bookkeeping, Payroll, and Accounts Payable experience Computer applications; excel spreadsheets, adagio, Accpac plus accounting software Account Receivable experience 2 professional references and 1 personal reference is required Wage commensurate with experience.

CLOSING DATE: JUNE 12, 2015 Interested applicants may forward resume to the above address or email their resumes to leonardt@nakazdli.ca Attention: President of NDC PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS NOTE: Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to interview.

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PROPOSED FOREST STEWARDSHIP PLAN AMENDMENT

2 bedroom in town or rural. Active, responsible senior couple with a 6 year old, 10lb Maltese puppy wanting to move to Vanderhoof . Call 778-818-1003

Fraser Lake Sawmills will hold a public viewing of the proposed Amendment 10 to their Forest Stewardship Plan for the Vanderhoof and Fort St. James Forest Districts. This amendment is required to include the Nadleh Whut’en First NaƟon’s Forest License A93154 into the exisƟng plan.

DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF

The proposed amendment is available for review and comment at the Lejac mill site east of Fraser Lake on Highway 16 from May 13 to July 13, 2015. Persons may review the plan at this locaƟon during business hours. WriƩen comments may be submiƩed in person to the Lejac mill site or by mail to:

The District of Vanderhoof invites Quotations for: Roadside Mowing – Various Locations

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250-567-4208

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250-567-4048 or 250-567-9080

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The Fraser Lake Elementary-Secondary School is now accepting proposals for its concession and school meal program.

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

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DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF 160 Connaught Street Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0 Ph: (250) 567-4711 Fax: (250) 567-9169

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Quotation Documents will be available during normal business hours at:

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This Request for Quotations is scheduled to close:

The successful applicant must be able to work closely with the school meal coordinator in planning and delivering meals. The proposal must include a sample one-month original menu that would meet 1/3 of a student’s daily requirements according to the Canada Food Guide. The program will start the first full week of school (Sept. 8, 2015) and continue each day that school is in session. Please base your package on an average of 70 meals per day. In addition to the meal program, the successful applicant will be responsible for providing the food and beverages for sale to students and staff. The proposal must include a list of foods, beverages and snack items for daily consumption and their fixed price (must comply with Healthy School guidelines).

The concession will start the first full day of school (Sept.

8, 2015) and continue each day that school is in session.

Proposals must be delivered to the school by 12:00 noon on, Friday, June 26, 2015. The lowest package price may not necessarily be accepted. This proposal may be extended, under the same terms and conditions, by mutual agreement for more than one year.

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REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS Roadside Mowing - 2015 Project : 2015-04

Closing Time:

2:00 p.m. local time

Closing Date:

Monday, June 15, 2015

Address:

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

Direct all inquiries regarding this Quotation call to: Attention: Paul R. Carver, Director of Operations IMPORTANT NOTE: Quotations will only be accepted in sealed envelopes, with the project name and closing date/time clearly marked on the outside of the envelope. Quotations received after the closing date/time will be returned unopened. The District of Vanderhoof reserves the right to reject any or all Quotations. The lowest or any Quotation may not necessarily be accepted.

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VANDERHOOF AND AREA BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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

PLUMBING

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Serving Fort St. James and area since 1972

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Pam Berger Publisher

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

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Pam Berger Publisher

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Gitxsan Child & Family Services Society

Generalist Social Worker G Gitxsan C Child & Family Services Society is a delegated agency based in beautiful Hazelton, BC. It is a rural agency serving the 5 Gitxsan communities. The five communities that our Agency serves within the Gitxsan Nation are: Kispiox, Glen Vowell, Gitseguekla, Gitwangak and Gitanyow. We are surrounded by beautiful scenery, clean rivers and a thriving culture. We are seeking a qualified experienced social worker to join our dynamic team.

The Social Worker is expected to carry a regular caseload, using clinical and interpersonal skills as well as good case management systems, to provide a variety of services. Social Workers primary responsibility is to ensure the delivery of family support services to families and children who require them, guardianship services and the development and maintenance of caregiver homes.

QUALIFICATIONS: BSW, plus two year related experience REQUIREMENTS t We are looking for individuals who are delegated or are eligible to be delegated under the current Provincial (BC) Legislation. t Willingness to travel t Have a valid BC driver’s license t Must successfully pass a Criminal Records Check The Generalist Social Worker will: t Cooperate and work with Ministry of Children and Family Development workers in ensuring all Plans of Care are completed before the file is transferred to GCFS. t Participate in case pre-transfer meetings with the MCFD Guardianship Worker, Foster Parents and the Child in Care With respect to case management, the Generalist Social Worker will: t Complete Comprehensive Plans of Care in accordance with AOPSI Standards t Review Plans of care through formal meetings whenever possible and within specified timeframes t Set priorities for service delivery in consultation with the Supervisor t Conduct Case Management Meetings at regular intervals to ensure that services to the child are coordinated and appropriate t Include the child in decision making as appropriate to the child’s developmental abilities t Where possible, ensure the child signs his summary recordings so he understands what is in his file t Record the Service Plan and Goals for the child t Maintain up to date recordings in the format required by the agency t Ensure that the child’s medical, emotional and educational needs are met through referrals to appropriate professionals t Inform the child about behavioural expectations and consequences t Consult the resource worker, child’s family the community and the child where this is age appropriate when moving or placing a child t Ensure that appropriate action is taken when a child is missing, lost or has run away t Ensure that the GCFS Executive Director and the Director for Child Protection are notified of reportable circumstances and grievous incidents t Ensure consultation with the supervisor at all key decision points (see the AOPSI) t Ensure that children in care receive the support skills and guidance required to achieve independence upon leaving care at the age of 19 Please submit your resume and cover letter to the attention of: Diane.Tashoots@gov.bc.ca Team Leader, Gitxsan Child & Family Services Society P.O. Box 333 4215 Government Street, HAZELTON, BC V0J 1Y0 DEADLINE: (until position is filled) No phone calls please, only those who have made the shortlist will be contacted.

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Hooterville Hoot revs up Vanderhoof Photos by Rebecca Watson

FUN: Jersey Wium, 4, seen having fun petting a cute furry co-pilot.

Henry and Rita Unruh in their blue Ford Galaxy.

Lucas, 5, and Hayden, 3, Avison along with Ben Smith, 5, climb inside a military vehicle at the Hooterville Hoot.

SMILE: Reuben Wiebe gives thumbs up before heading out with the parade of cars in his 1959 Oldsmobile Super 88.

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Janeane Hawse enjoying the sun during the Hooterville hoot in her 1986 red Chevy Silvarado k10. 350 with a 700r4. 6� suspension lift.

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