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Vanderhoof at serious risk of missing special anniversary Terry Fox Run Organizer still needed this year for District of Vanderhoof!

Vanderhoof, BC - “Even if I don’t finish, we need others to continue. It’s got to keep going without me” the challenge as presented by a true Canadian hero. Terry Fox had a single dream: a world without cancer. As this year marks the 35th annual Terry Fox Run, his legacy continues to live on through Terry Fox events across the world. However, Vanderhoof is in grave danger of missing out on this amazing opportunity to celebrate a milestone anniversary as the community is still searching for a Run Organizer.

Terry Fox has inspired an incredible wave of change with his historic Marathon of Hope and his legacy has lived on in Vanderhoof for the past 30 years that the community has hosted a run.

The Run is an opportunity for people of a variety of backgrounds and ages to come together and contribute to the growing total of close to $700 million that has been raised, worldwide in Terry’s name, in support of impressive and vital progress made in cancer research over the past three decades (for more information about Terry Fox funded research projects visit www.terryfox.org or www.tfri.ca).

As the volunteer Run Organizer, your responsibilities will include recruiting committee members, confirming the route, promoting the run, and overseeing run day activities. The time commitment ranges from two to four hours weekly during the months leading up to the National Run Day, which is on Sunday, September 20th this year. Whether as a couple or individual, the volunteer Run Organizer will always be assisted by the Terry Fox Foundation in the planning process, and given the resources to make it a success.

“The Terry Fox Run has been with us in Vanderhoof since 1985”, praises Donna White, British Columbia and Yukon Provincial Director. “It would be such a shame for the people of Vanderhoof to miss out on an opportunity to keep Terry’s legacy alive as every community no matter how big or small can make a huge impact, just as Terry learned when a small town of 10,000 people raised over $10,000”, explains Donna.

The Terry Fox Foundation is proud of the 84 cents of every dollar raised that goes directly to cancer research initiatives. The Run, an all-inclusive, family-oriented activity, charges no entry fee or minimum pledge amount. Participants can run, walk, blade or bike.

“If you’ve given a dollar, you are part of the Marathon of Hope.” Terry taught us that every contribution matters. Terry’s legacy continues to positively affect countless people and lead to breakthroughs that were unimaginable when Terry set out on his iconic Marathon of Hope 35 years ago.

If you wish to honor Terry’s dream by bringing an event to your community and volunteering with a truly grassroots organization that values all contributions, and whose mission it is to help every cancer patient, please contact Donna White at 1.888.836.9786, or donna.white@terryfoxrun.org for more information. We bet you’ll be glad you did.

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Craig Akeroyd of Vanderhoof fails his initial attempt at paddleboarding while camping at Mabel Lake in the North Okanagan Saturday.

Theft of tires at Fountain Tire The Vanderhoof RCMP are investigating a theft that occurred on May 9, 2015.

Unknown culprits(s) entered the Fountain Tire compound located at 599 Highway 16 West, in Vanderhoof BC.

One of the suspects is described as; medium build and used what appears to be a personal vehicle described as; an early to mid-90’s, two tone, GMC extended cab half ton pick-up, to commit the crime.

Crimestoppers and the RCMP

are looking for any information that can identify anyone involved. Please contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-222TIPS or the Vanderhoof RCMP at 250-567-2222, if you have any information relating to this or any other crimes.

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NEWS International visitor numbers show positive growth Express

British Columbia is showing strong growth in international overnight visitors with overall numbers up by an additional 34,785 visitors or 8.3% over May 2014, and year-to-date up by 103,993 visitors or 7.8% over the same period last year.

Statistics Canada figures show an increase in international overnight visitors across many important markets, an important indicator of tourism industry growth.

Leading the way from the Asia-Pacific region, visitors from Japan are up 17.5% over last May, and from South Korea up 8.6%. Visitors from New Zealand are up 15.6% and up 14.3% from India.

Growth from the United States, B.C.’s largest international market, was up 9.3%, with an additional 24,760 visitors over May 2014.

Visitors from Europe were up 13.1% over last May, including France up 46.1%, the Netherlands up 36.1%, Switzerland up 35%, and Germany up 25.5%.

This solid growth in the tourism sector is due to a number of factors, including a strong U.S. dollar, lower fuel prices and increased flight capacity to B.C. Tourism is also about opportunity - by capitalizing on strong markets and strategic marketing investments, B.C.’s visitor economy is outperforming the rest of Canada.

This positive growth builds on solid growth last year, with a 5.3% increase in international visitors overall in 2014 - almost a quarter of a million (234,079) more visitors coming from outside the country than the year

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These increases in visitor numbers help support over 19,000 businesses and 132,000 jobs in the tourism sector in B.C. As a key sector in the BC Jobs Plan, tourism is an important economic driver in the province. B.C.’s tourism sector is strong and growing - which is good news in light of fierce global competition for tourists.

In 2013, the tourism industry generated $13.9 billion in revenue and a direct contribution to B.C.’s gross domestic product of $7.3 billion, accounting for 4% of the Province’s total GDP. The numbers reported by Statistics Canada include international visitors who cross Canada customs in B.C. Actual numbers of visitors to B.C. are higher, as people crossing into the province from elsewhere in the country are not included in these figures.

Destination British Columbia’s International Visitor Arrivals publications summarize customs entry data to B.C. and Canada from select markets of origin. The publications include information for both the particular month and the year to-date, and include percentage changes for the same period over the previous year.

Shirley Bond, Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training and Minister Responsible for Labour - “Tourism is a key sector in our BC Jobs Plan and is one of B.C.’s top job creating industries. 2014 is the third year in a row we have seen an increase in international visitor numbers and it looks like 2015 is shaping up to be an-

other good year for this important industry. We are working hard to ensure that even more people know that B.C. is a world-class tourism destination so that we continue to grow visitor numbers and keep our diverse economy strong and growing.”

Naomi Yamamoto, Minister of State for Tourism and Small Business -“Anecdotally, we’ve been hearing that this spring and early summer was looking very strong on the tourism front, and the increases in international visitor numbers appear to back that up. B.C. is an exciting tourism destination that delivers a wide range of outstanding experiences, adventures and service to those who visit, and should be a must-see on your global travel list.”

Marsha Walden, CEO of Destination British Columbia “Destination BC’s new strategy and marketing plan supports communities and businesses to provide even more remarkable experiences for our visitors - increasing repeat visitation and recommendations of B.C.’s tourism experiences, which is the most persuasive form of marketing.

Tourism is one of the fastest growing sectors in our economy today and B.C. is well positioned to take full advantage of the social, cultural and economic benefits it provides.” * The Province invests about $90 million annually in the tourism sector. * The Province works with Destination British Columbia, an industry-led, Crown corporation that works with tourism stakeholders throughout

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Annual ITB Travel Trade Show in Berlin in March 2015. * In 2013, the tourism sector employed 132,200 British Columbians - that’s about one in every 15 jobs in B.C. * In 2013, the tourism industry paid $4.5 billion in wages and salaries to tourism workers, an increase of 3.8% over the year before. * There are more than 19,200 tourism-related businesses in B.C., and over 17,000 (almost 93%) are small businesses with less than 50 employees.

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.

“Come Find Your Inspiration” Bring the Family and enjoy the beauty that is Fraser Lake along with the music, food and artisans at the soccer fields and the Art in many forms at the Recreation Center.

SATURDAY AUGUST 8TH • SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

• 10:00am: Opening Ceremonies • 11:00am: ½ hr Demos/Workshops start at Arena » 11am: Eileen Hutson - Watercolour • 11:00am: Music and Poetry » Noon: Gill Kopy - Photography » Highland Dancers (Burns Lake), Peter Ouellette (Fraser Lake), Jamie Nielson (Fraser Lake), Special » 1pm: Starklight Press - Writing Workshop » 2pm: Doris Ray - Humor Workshop Delivery (Ft St James), Madd Dog & Moe (Prince » 3pm: Signature Creations - Glass Demo George), Tom Forrest (Fraser Lake), Bob Thon » 4pm: Regina Kemp - Painting on Fabric (Fraser Lake), Oscar Lewis (Fraser Lake), Tamara » 5pm: Laura Gammond - Spinning & Dyeing Ketlo and many other local performers.

• 11:30am: Children’s Workshops at soccer fields by Arena » Short story and Poetry readings as well » On the half hour there will be a new children’s • 10:30-6pm: Art Gallery in Foyer of the Arena workshop.

• 10:30-6pm: Art Exhibitor Booths at Fraser Lake Arena Painting Demo by Bob Ross painting instructor Geri Malchow (arena)

We have many local artists as well as visiting artists. Also workshops for both Children and Adults at the Recreation Center.

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the province to strategically lead the marketing of B.C. as a tourist destination and promote the development and growth of the tourism industry. * Since its launch in 2013, Destination British Columbia’s successes include the release of its three-year corporate strategy, revitalizing the Super, Natural British Columbia(R) tourism brand, and implementing innovative new marketing approaches, such as the Wild Within brand video which received international recognition at the 14th

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BRIEFLY Agriculture minister’s statement on federal tax deferrals to B.C. ranchers VICTORIA - B.C. Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick issued the following statement about the Government of Canada’s decision to grant tax deferrals to B.C livestock producers in regions affected by drought.

“I’d like to thank Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz for extending the opportunity of tax deferral to B.C. ranchers. The ability to defer a portion of their income to the following year, offers the ability for ranchers to replenish their stock and prepare a sustainable business plan for the impacts of this year’s drought.

The unprecedented hot and dry weather brings the immediate challenges of heat and water, and the longer term impacts of more expensive, and harder to find cattle feed, and the announcement made today, is one tool to help ranchers better prepare for it.

“In addition, the B.C. government will continue our partnership with the Government of Canada in providing a range of risk management programs that compensate ranchers for weather related losses and declines in income.

Farming and ranching is hard work, with risks and perils, and the B.C. government is doing our best to ensure B.C. farmers have access to programs and products to help mitigate that risk.

“British Columbians have a role to play in supporting our farmers and ranchers too. I’d like to encourage British Columbians to show their support for local farmers and ranchers this summer and all year long. By choosing B.C. products you’re investing in your community and B.C. food security.”

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Campfire ban rescinded in Northwest Fire Centre Flavio Nienow Lakes District News Effective at noon on Wednesday July 22, 2015, campfires will once again be allowed throughout the Northwest Fire Centre’s jurisdiction.

The following activities will be allowed: - Campfires (no larger than 0.5 metres high by 0.5 metres wide); - Outdoor stoves and other portable campfire apparatuses; - Tiki torches, burn barrels and chimineas.

However, category two open burning, category three open burning, fireworks and firecrackers will remain prohibited throughout the Northwest Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety.

Category two open burning includes one to two concurrently burning piles no larger than two metres high by three metres wide, as well as stubble

or grass burning over an area less than 0.2 hectares. Category three open burning includes any fire larger than two metres high by three metres wide, as well as three or more concurrently burning piles no larger than two metres high by three metres wide.

The category two and category three open burning prohibitions will remain in place until Sept. 30, 2015, or until the public is otherwise notified.

These prohibitions cover all B.C. Parks, Crown lands and private lands, but do not apply within the boundaries of a local government that has forest fire prevention bylaws and is serviced by a fire department.

The fire danger rating in the Northwest Fire Centre currently ranges from “low” to “high.”

The fire danger rating for Vanderhoof as of July 27 was “moderate,” which means forest fuels are drying and there is an increased risk of surface fires

starting.

Anyone lighting a campfire must maintain a fireguard by removing flammable debris from around the campfire site and have a hand tool or at least eight litres of water available nearby to properly extinguish the fire. The person must make sure that the campfire is completely out and the ashes are cold to the touch before leaving the area for any length of time.

Anyone found in contravention of an open burning prohibition may be issued a ticket for $345, required to pay an administrative penalty of $10,000 or, if convicted in court, fined up to $100,000 and/ or sentenced to one year in jail. If the contravention causes or contributes to a wildfire, the person responsible may be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs.

The Northwest Fire Centre advises residents to check with local authorities for any other restrictions before lighting any fire.

Missing person Christopher Banks has been located safe The Prince George RCMP are happy to recock Lake and therefore at the far perimeter of port that a Prince George man that has been the search area; an area that searchers were just missing for five days, has been located and is getting to after four days. Having heard about in good health. the missing man, the cabin owners attended During the mid-afternoon of July 23rd, their cabin and located him there. They were 2015, a search helicopter located a vehicle bedriving him out when they came across the lieved to belong to Christopher Banks. Search searchers. and Rescue ground personnel were sent to the Police received a missing person report on area to investigate. While enroute, searchers Sunday July 19th at 11:00 PM. The Provincial came across another vehicle flagging them Emergency Program was contacted and Prince down. Banks was a passenger in the vehicle George Search & Rescue, with assistance from and in good health. He was escorted to the heNechako Valley Search & Rescue and Quesnel licopter and transported back to Prince George.

Search & Rescue, began searching the vast area The 26 year old got lost while enroute to on Monday morning. After four days of searchWoodcock Lake during the late night of Sating, the good news came over the radio. urday July 18th. He drove his car down a dead Missing person Christopher Banks third from left with The Prince George RCMP would like to reend road and got stuck while attempting to turn the RCMP and members of the Search and Rescue mind those members of the public that enjoy around. After spending the night trying to dig team. our backcountry to always be prepared for the the vehicle out, Chris opted to try to hike out. worst. Take extra water and food as well as warm there and wait for help. The cabin and the vehicle He hiked for about 15 kilometres before findclothes, a tarp, matches/lighter, a shovel, maps ing a cabin with food and water. He opted to stay were well past his intended destination of Wood- and a GPS location system.

Starting today, parents get child care payments from Harper Government, says MP Harris Lump sum child care benefit of about $500 per child hits parents’ bank accounts and mailboxes, totalling $3 billion in a single day Dick Harris, Member of Parliament, celebrated the first installment of the Harper Government’s boosted Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB) today. The newly increased child care benefit pays almost $2000 every year for each child under 6 and $720 for each child aged 6 through 17. With a retroactive payment from January 1, 2015, the Harper Government transferred almost $3 billion to 3.8 million families July 20—the largest single-day direct payment to families in history.

Payments of $520 for each child under 6, and $420 for each child aged 6 through 17 will be delivered to families across Canada. That means a family with two kids should receive as much as $1,000. Parents can spend this money on anything they choose, including child care services, back-to-school supplies, sports activities and much more, boosting the economy and creating jobs across Canada.

About 3.8 million families will benefit from the boosted UCCB—double the number of families that previously qualified. While the majority of families in Canada are waking up to this welcomed boost to their bank accounts, an estimated 200,000 families may have missed out because they did not apply. Families that

are not currently receiving the UCCB, that have never received the UCCB, or that have never applied for the Canada Child Tax Benefit and have children under 18 in their care are encouraged to go to www.canada.ca/taxsavings to find out how to apply.

In addition to the boosted UCCB, families recently received nearly $2 billion in tax refunds this spring through the Family Tax Cut. The Family Tax Cut allows couples with children under 18 to split their income and reduce their tax burden by as much as $2,000. Payments to families will also continue under the Child Tax Benefit, which remains unchanged. · Approximately 349 million dollars in UCCB payments were sent to about 466,000 families in the province of British Columbia. · All families with children will benefit from the new Family Tax Cuts and Benefits Plan, which includes the Family Tax Cut, the increased UCCB, the Child Care Expenses Deduction and the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit. · The UCCB has increased to $160 per month from $100 per month for each child under the age of 6, and a new benefit of $60 per month has been introduced for each child aged 6 through 17. · Combined with tax relief and other measures for families introduced by the Government of Canada since 2006, a typical family of

four can receive up to $6,600 in tax relief and enhanced benefits in 2015. · Approximately 1.2 million cheques were sent to families across Canada. The remaining UCCB payments were made via direct deposit, for a total of more than 3.8 million payments. · Low- and middle-income families will receive two-thirds of the overall benefits provided by the Government of Canada’s new family measures. · The Family Tax Cut will eliminate or significantly reduce the difference in the federal tax payable by a one-earner couple relative to a two-earner couple with a similar family income.

“Now that the Harper Government has balanced the budget, we are helping families balance theirs. Starting July 20, parents should check their mailboxes and bank accounts to make sure they received Prime Minister Harper`s boosted child care benefit.” – The Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Minister of Employment and Social Development “Our Government is making life more affordable for hard-working moms and dads in Cariboo-Prince George and across the country by increasing the Universal Child Care Benefit.

More families will now be able to benefit and have more money to spend on their priorities as a family.”

– Dick Harris, Member of Parliament

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Express Free trade in milk, eggs, even logs?

Tom Fletcher Black Press VICTORIA – One of the rituals of life in southern B.C. communities is cross-border shopping for certain items.

Even corner store owners are known to pop down to Washington border towns to load up a van with U.S. milk, taking advantage of a price difference generated by our “supply management� system.

The recent slide in the Canadian dollar reduces this pressure in the short term, but the fact remains that dairy producers are propped up in Canada. And that’s increasingly a problem as Canada pursues entry into the Trans Pacific Partnership, the next big trade deal.

With the U.S., Japan, Australia, New Zealand and other countries involved, it would form the largest trading bloc in the world.

Canada uses tariffs of up to 300 per cent to protect its dairy and poultry industries from foreign imports, and the higher domestic price on milk and eggs is a burden that falls most heavily on poor people.

The industry group Dairy Farmers of Canada and others argue that reducing or removing Canada’s import protection won’t change the huge farm subsidies paid by European and U.S. governments. The recent trade agreement between Canada and the European Union has already chipped away at this protection.

The Conservative government is tiptoeing on this issue as a fall election approaches, with rural seats across the country at stake. But the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand have deregulated their dairy industries and the Canadian industry is already facing increased cheese imports

due to the European Union agreement.

It’s an issue to watch as the federal election heats up. The NDP has positioned itself as a defender of supply management, a particularly touchy issue in rural Quebec, while the federal Liberals are committed to keeping up with the U.S. and joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

The trend toward freer trade is broad and long. The Harper government ended the monopoly of the Canadian Wheat Board in 2012, and grain growers continue to compete globally. A trade deal with Korea saw tariffs come off Korean import vehicles, and life goes on.

Another controlled and protected commodity that is seldom discussed is logs. That’s changed with the push for the Trans Pacific Partnership, as Japan protests federal and provincial restrictions that

push up the cost of logs for export.

Ottawa regulates the export of private land logs, but only in B.C. This is a long-standing irritant for private land owners, holding the domestic price for premium “J grade� Douglas fir logs below $80 per cubic metre while the price in Asia and Washington state has climbed above $100.

The U.S. has long complained about B.C.’s cheap Crown land stumpage and low domestic log prices in general, viewing them as a subsidy to lumber production.

Indeed, this whole protection apparatus is designed to stimulate domestic milling, although it doesn’t seem to be working. The main investment by B.C. forest companies recently has been buying southern U.S. sawmills.

The coastal industry has maintained that profits from log exports

Celebrating B.C. on screen Lights, camera, action! British Columbia is rolling out the red carpet to celebrate the wide range of screen based entertainment that is created in the Province by proclaiming Monday, July 27, 2015, as “Screen in BC Day�.

Monday, the Province also delivered on a promise to open a B.C. Film and Television Office in Los Angeles California to further enhance the B.C. industry’s market presence in the region. This new office will support industry wide marketing activities and facilitate new north-south opportunities for B.C.-based producers.

This includes the appointment of Dr. Steven Funk as the Special Envoy, Film and Digital Arts to California. Funk, will work on behalf of the province in California with the film, television, anima-

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tion and visual effects industries.

As part of the celebrations, local industry is hosting a tour that includes North Shore Studios, Encore/Deluxe Post Production studio and the Vancouver Film School. To further highlight the strength of B.C.’s industry, regional film commissions also are hosting tours with local representatives in Victoria, Campbell River and Kelowna.

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are keeping logging alive, paying for the harvest and processing of logs in B.C. With Pacific trade talks in the background, pushed hard by U.S. President Barack Obama, the latest Canada-U.S. lumber agreement is due to expire in October. It will be more difficult to defend what University of Alberta economist Jack Mintz calls a “Soviet-style approach to price determination.�

B.C. used to do something similar to this with wine, protecting a backward industry cranking out mostly god-awful plonk. Competition made the wine industry better, and now it’s world class.

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Community Forest Information Meeting Nechako Senior Friendship Centre July 29th 6-8pm This is a meeting to share information regarding the District of Vanderhoof’s proposed Community Forest in the Vanderhoof Resource District

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Express Nak’azdli Development Corporation continues to expand in Fort St. James Did you know that Nak’azdli Whut’en and its businesses generated $5.73 million in wages last year? Or that over $10 million a year of business passes through Carrier Food and Fuel each year?

The Band Administration itself processes between $500K and $800K in transactions each month, purchasing considerable amounts from local and regional businesses. It is a very busy place.

So last year, the Nak’azdli Development Corporation and Nak’azdli Whut’en Band Council sat down to draft up a Business Charter. The process was helped along by a professional from Deloitte in Vancouver.

The Business Charter sets out the business structure as it relates to the Band Administration and NDC. It also describes the purposes of the businesses themselves. Along with continued efforts to create employment on reserve, Nak’azdli is interested in expanding its economic efforts to activities within and beyond its traditional territory.

The Charter sets out the authority of the Chief and Council as it relates to the NDC. Because of the Indian Act, all financial accountability for the Band rests with the Council.

The separation of the NDC and Band Council provides a bit more flexibility in entering into business ventures without having to go through the Band Council for every aspect of the decision. “We want our businesses to succeed and are happy to see so many people employed, both Band members and non-Band members. But Band Council has so many issues to deal with every month, it will be helpful to have an NDC Board that is a bit more independent. The Charter ensures that all the right checks and balances are in place so that the Board functions well and is accountable,” says Chief Fred Sam.

Jointly owned Tl’oh Forest Products closed after 19 years of operation, which is an achievement given the current state of the lumber prices, the softwood lumber tariffs and the looming timber supply shortage.

Efforts are now underway to place employees in new jobs or training programs.

The Charter was first initiated by the Council after learning of similar Business Charters being put in place in First Nations such as Musqueum and Westbank.

Current Economic

Development Officer and President of the NDC, Leonard Thomas, also views the Charter as a step forward for Nak’azdli Whut’en.

“We look at all the opportunities around us

and try to find activities that will be a good fit. Since the fur traders first came 200 years ago, we have taken advantage of economic opportunities around us. The Indian Act didn’t help

The Nak’azdli Band greenhouse.

us much but now we don’t let that get in our way. “Thomas concedes that Nak’azdli has some learning to do in keeping up in the business world.

“We don’t have a lot of people trained in business,” Thomas admits, “but we have some very successful business people among us and we are willing to get help from outside experts. The new Board formation will allow up to three nonNak’azdli members to fill voting positions. We want people with knowledge and experience to help this Board become successful.”

The new NDC Board will expect to be up and running in the fall, 2015. It is a good time to adopt such changes as there will certainly be changes to the northern economy in the next twenty years. Along with any opportunities that may arise through industrial activity, Nak’azdli is searching for opportunities in alternative energy, tourism, and real estate.

Current Nak’azdli businesses and business partnerships include: Carrier Food and Fuel (Petro), Sana’aih Market, Nahounli Creek Gas Bar (Fas Gas),

Sana’aih Market is a fully stocked grocery store that in the summer months, features organic vegetables grown by the Mount Pope Greenhouse.

Nak’al Koh Logging, Mount Pope Greenhouse, Jaboon Invest-

ment, Nus De Environmental Services, and Ranchery Holdings.

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Patience a virtue behind the wheel Black Press

With the crashes seen lately on the region’s highways and arterial roads, and even the fender benders on the commute and in parking lots, it’s clear something is happening.

We wonder if drivers’ attention spans are diminished this time of year or if some more scientific reason exists for what seems to be an increased number of traffic incidents. For certain, at this time of year many of us are anxious to get to our destinations, whether it be work or shopping, heading out for holidays or travelling to the homes of friends or relatives for an evening or weekend barbecue or gathering.

Regardless of the journey’s end, it’s worth taking a little extra time to plan ahead for the travel, whether it be the route you’re taking, the time you depart or a combination of the two.

Both can pose challenges with more people on the roads, and create unnecessary stress that often leads to aggressive and unsafe driving actions.

We’ve all seen people passing when it’s unsafe, driving at overly high speeds or tailgating, to name a few indiscretions.

If no crash or mishap occurs as a result of such behaviours, the people victimized by such aggressive driving can count themselves lucky. But that’s not always the case. As the popular bumper sticker states, “Failure to plan on your part does not dictate an emergency on my part.” How true. Demonstrating patience is not necessarily taught by driving schools or listed in any handbook, but it’s a critically important aspect of defensive driving.

Preventing all examples of dangerous driving on the highway or lower-speed roads is impossible, so we have to ensure we’re prepared for the possibility of encountering bad drivers.

Keep an eye on the road ahead, including the traffic directly in front of you, and scan side to side, in case you’re going to miss the traffic light. Anticipating what other drivers are going to do, or could do, will go a long ways toward ensuring the safety of yourself and any passengers you might have in the vehicle.

At the very least, remember to breathe when behind the wheel. You’ll get there eventually, even without driving like a knucklehead.

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Police probe reveals ‘disturbing’ online trade in child porn in B.C. Jeff Nagel Black Press RCMP say a six-month investigation last year uncovered 1,228 incidents of B.C. residents illegally sharing “troubling” child pornography, including photos and videos of child sexual abuse, using peer-to-peer networks.

New crime rate data released today by Statistics Canada show child pornography cases reported by police more than quadrupled from 300 in 2013 to 1,271 in 2014.

But RCMP Insp. Ed Boettcher said the numbers don’t necessarily reflect a spike in actual activity but rather a better baseline estimate following the project by the B.C. Integrated Child Exploitation Unit.

“It was certainly eye opening

to me,” Boettcher said. “It more accurately reflects the the scope of the issue.”

Officers with the B.C. ICE unit had tracked internet addresses of B.C. computers trading in known illegal material using online networks.

It was the first broad sweep of its kind and revealed what Boettcher called a disturbing and tragic level of activity.

“These are crimes against children, they’re serious and they result in life-long emotional scars,” he said. “The internet is forever.”

The surge in activity uncovered was not matched by a major rise in culprits caught – a total of 107 accused pornographers were charged last year, up modestly from 2013.

But Boettcher said more are expected as police continue their

investigations.

He said the probe has led to charges against 18 accused and two have already been convicted.

Violators who hide behind a computer screen can expect to lose their anonymity when they’re caught, he said.

“Our initial investigation provided us a rough location of where these offences were occurring. We are now pursuing these investigations,” Boettcher said.

“For those that think they can engage in this type of criminal act and hide, you should know that we have the expertise to find you.”

He also urged residents and business owners to monitor their computers for illegal activity and use strong password protection to secure wireless networks so they can’t be used for criminal filesharing.

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New investment into Fort St. James National Historic Site Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George—Peace River, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, announced July 20 infrastructure investments totalling $2.5 million in several Parks Canada sites including Fort St. James and across Haida Gwaii and the interior of British Columbia.

The $750,000 investment includes replacing the fire suppression system and stabilizing the at-risk bank in Fort St. James National Historic Site.

The bank stabilization will ensure the long term support of the pathway and historic structures at the site.

The Fire Suppression System Replacement includes replacing the pipes used to carry water to the historic structures in case of fire, they have exceeded their life span.

Much of the pipe is deep underground and will require extensive excavations to replace. Once completed, the new pipes will provide years of fire protection for the historic structures at the site.

Fort St. James National Historic Site contains the largest group of original, in situ wooden buildings representing the fur trade in Canada. The site, once the administrative centre of New Caledonia, is now the focal point of a strong heritage and recreational tourism industry in northcentral British Columbia, attracting over 12,000 visitors every year from across the country and around the world. The Fish Cache and Fur Warehouse are nationally significant examples of west-coast-region fur trade structures. Several nationally significant people are associated with the site, including Simon Fraser, James Doug- Mr Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George - Peace River, Bob Grill, Visitor Experience and Site Manager and Parks Canada Interpreter, Kelsey Wheatley at Fort St. James National Historic Site. las, Father Morice and Chief Kw’eh.

Other infrastructure investments at nas National Park my is responsible for Parks Canada sites include replacing a 30 Reserve, Nationmore than 40,000 jobs year old cabin - the seasonal home of the al Marine Confrom coast to coast to Haida Gwaii Watchmen at SGang Gwaay servation Area coast.

National Historic Site; replacing existing Reserve and Hai“Our Governhelicopter pads with floating pads for emer- da Heritage Site. ment is committed to gency evacuations in Gwaii Haanas National Gwaii Haanas promoting Canada’s Park Reserve, National Marine Conserva- means “Islands natural and cultural tion Area Reserve and Haida Heritage Site; of Beauty” in the heritage and supportand rehabilitating the stairway at Gitwangak Haida language ing local communiBattle Hill National Historic Site. and the area emties. Investments at These projects are the result of an un- bodies the rugged beauty and rich ecology of tors to this national historic site can hear these Parks Canada sites in British Columbia precedented investment by the Government this remote Pacific Coastal region as well as the whisper of First Nations legends as they will help ensure visitors continue to enjoy a stand beneath a line of majestic age-old toof Canada to support infrastructure work the living culture of the Haida people. tem poles at the nearby village of Kitwanga. quality visitor experience while also creatin our national historic sites, national parks SGang Gwaay National Historic Site is Last year, more than 21 million visits ing jobs and opportunities.” - Bob Zimmer, and national marine conservation areas. This also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is Member of Parliament for Prince George— investment represents the largest federal located within Gwaii Haanas National Park were made to Canada’s national parks, na- Peace River infrastructure plan in the 104-year history Reserve, National Marine Conservation tional historic sites and national marine con“SGang Gwaay is a sacred site for the servation areas. of Parks Canada, ensuring these cherished Area Reserve and Haida Heritage Site.

Haida people and one of the most beloved Parks Canada is present in hundreds of places are protected and secured for the fuGitwangak Battle Hill National Historic communities across Canada and contributes sites for all visitors to Gwaii Haanas. We ture while also creating and protecting jobs Site was once the site of a fortified village approximately $3 billion dollars to the Ca- welcome these investments in this treasured and opportunities. where the Gitwangak people defended their nadian economy every year. Parks Canada’s place.” - kil tlaats ‘gaa Peter Lantin, PresiTogether, the Government of Canada and domain in the mid-1700s to 1800s. Visioverall contribution to the Canadian econo- dent of the Haida Nation the Haida Nation jointly manage Gwaii Haa-

Fort St. James National Historic Site contains the largest group of original, in situ wooden buildings representing the fur trade in Canada.

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Dedication to the deli business Candace Weaver’s brother told Candace to take the “job”. Candace was hesitant. What did she know about being a Deli Supervisor? The 8 1/2 years at the Deli Dish taught her how to slice meat but nothing about paperwork. In the end her brother convinced her to take the Deli Supervisor position that was offered her.

That was October 5, 1998. Sixteen years later Candace has hung up her apron for the last time on June 30.

Candace started with Vanderhoof and Districts Coop just as they were completing the new addition of a Deli Department. The Bakery Department was a Candace Weaver being congratulated by Dan O’Connor, Food Store scratch bakery at Manager on her retirement from the Vanderhoof Co-op Deli Department. the time and had various departments making some very said she has also its own manager.

In 2003 that scratch of the Co-operative in- good recipes. In fact, worked with some bakery was renovated cluding her own. She Erin has her own shop interesting characters. into a Bake-Off Bak- has worked with many in the lower mainland Needless to say those ery Department and people including three and her cake decorat- interesting characters Candace then took that stood out with ing skills would give have moved on to othover as a Bakery/Deli their creativity. Kara, the Cake Boss compe- er opportunities.

When Candace Nancy and Erin were tition!

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Candace celebrates was growing up she Over the years Can- students at the time dace has seen many and had a talent for the successes of past said her parents inchanges within the cake decorating and employees but she stilled in her what hard

work was and she has carried that with her throughout her working life. Never leave a job half-finished and always try to do better.

Candace has worked many, many hours to make the Bakery/Deli the success it is today.

Candace and Scott will be enjoying their

well-deserved retirement years with family and friends.

Thanks Candace for a job well done. Now go and relax!

Food Store Manager Dan O’Connor welcomes Amanda Edey as the new Bakery/Deli Manager. Candace Weaver is passing her torch to Amanda Edey starting July 1, 2015. Amanda started with Vanderhoof and Districts Co-op April 2001. Amanda has completed the Advanced Bakery / Deli training along with other courses and clinics. Amanda has been an integral part of the Bakery as she enjoys baking, creative cake decorating and helping customers with their needs. She will continue building on different areas within the departments. Amanda is excited about her new role as the Bakery/Deli Manager and she welcomes all customer ideas. Congratulations Amanda on your promotion.

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First-ever provincially led earthquake exercise set for 2016

A $1-million investment will support British Columbia’s first- ever provincially led, fullscale earthquake response exercise that will test elements of the new B.C. Earthquake Immediate Response Plan (IRP).

Emergency Management B.C. (EMBC) is in the process of developing Exercise Coastal Response, a full-scale major earthquake and tsunami response exercise which will take place in the Port Alberni region from June 7-10, 2016.

This exercise will also involve the real-time deployment of the Provincial Coordination Team (PCT), a cross-government group that can be activated to bring support to a local authority in an emergency, and the Heavy Urban Search and Rescue (HUSAR) team from Vancouver.

With this investment, B.C. will cover deployment costs for the HUSAR team, as well as the costs of staffing and carrying out the exercise. This will be the first provincial earthquake exercise to test tsunami response and full-scale HUSAR deployment in Port Alberni, and the first full-scale HUSAR training exercise that the Vancouver team has performed with EMBC. In addition to HUSAR and EMBC, multiple levels of government, various jurisdictions in Canada and the U.S., and a number of provincial ministries, First Nations, Crown corporations, first responders and internal and external agencies will all be invited to participate. With significant partner involvement expected, Coastal Response will enhance provincial emergency readiness and response capabilities for a catastrophic earthquake.

Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton - “Planning and exercising are vital to a successful emergency management program, both at the provincial level, and in your home.

We all have heardabout the potential for a catastrophic earthquake to hit our region - most recently in a New Yorker article - so we need to make sure we are prepared.

Simply, we are all in it together. By funding the first ever provincially led

major earthquake exercise in B.C., we will be further along towards our goal of a safer province for us all.”

City of Vancouver fire chief John McKearney - “The City of Vancouver Fire Rescue Service has worked with the Province for several years to improve our combined response capabilities to a major earthquake. This major exercise in Port Alberni will greatly assist all stakeholders, including first responders, to understand where our gaps in response and recovery may be.

“Over the next year, the lead up to this exercise will provide the opportunity for emergency partners

to work closely together to build out the exercise, which will create tremendous learning and create and strengthen the working relationships that are so important when major emergency events occur.”

Port Alberni fire chief Tim Pley - “All communities should be prepared to respond to and recover from the types of large-scale emergencies that are likely to occur in their areas. In the Alberni Valley, we know that we are at risk of a catastrophic Cascadia subduction zone earthquake followed immediately by a devastating tsunami.

History tells us that. Municipal, regional and First

Nations governments in the Alberni Valley have taken a collaborative approach to preparing our community for this eventuality. We need to test our preparedness.

We could not undertake a large-scale exercise of our emergency plan without the Province of B.C.’s support and ongoing commitment to public safety.”

Port Alberni was selected as the location for the exercise due to its seismic history. Specifically, on March 27, 1964, a magnitude 9.2 earthquake struck Alaska, triggering a tsunami that reached Port Alberni just after midnight on March 28, causing flooding and devastation including damage to 300 homes and buildings.

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ICBC is urging drivers to watch out for motorcyclists on our roads as ridership and crashes peak in summer, with six riders injured every day in July and August in B.C. Vehicle drivers are at fault in nearly 80 per cent of crashes with motorcycles where the rider is seriously injured. Distracted driving and failing to yield the right-of-way are the top contributing factors for drivers in crashes with motorcyclists.

Approximately 34 per cent of crashes involve only motorcycle riders. Inattention/distraction and speed are the top contributing factors for riders in crashes.

Tips for drivers: *Watch carefully for motorcycles as theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re harder to see at dusk, at night, in heavy traffic and bad weather. *Look twice for motorcycles at intersections and be ready to yield the right-of-way when turning left. *Give lots of space when passing a motorcycle and allow at least three seconds following distance when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re behind a motorcycle. *Make eye contact whenever possible to let motorcyclists know that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen them.

Tips for riders: *Protect yourself from serious injury by always wearing safety gear designed for riding and a helmet that meets DOT, Snell M2005, M2010, M2015 or ECE safety standards. *Choose gear that gives you the best chance of being seenâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; bright colours and reflective materials. Do your best to stay out of driversâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; blind spots. *Prior to reaching a curve, plan your path through it. Reduce your speed and adjust your lane position. Always look in the direction you want to go. *Read other driversâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; languageâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;never assume theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen you or will give you the right of way. They may not accurately judge your distance or speed of approach. *When approaching an intersection, adjust

your lane position and reduce your speed so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have time to stop if you need to.

Get more tips for drivers and riders on icbc.com.

Statistics: In the North Central region, on average, 20 motorcyclists are injured and three are killed in crashes in July and August every year.

On average, 350 motorcyclists are injured and 13 are killed in car crashes in July and August every year in B.C. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Drivers need to do more to prevent motorcycle crashes and watch carefully for riders,â&#x20AC;? said Todd Stone, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Riders also need to do their part by staying focused on the road and driving to the conditions, particularly when navigating curves or approaching an intersection.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want everyone to enjoy the great riding weather in B.C. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with a helmet and protective safety gear as appropriate,â&#x20AC;? said Suzanne Anton, Attorney General and Minister of Justice. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Drivers should consider that motorcyclists are at greater risk of fatal crashes in B.C. Although motorcycles account for only three per cent of vehicles on our roads, they represent 11 per cent of road fatalities.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Too often police officers see the devastating results of motorcycle crashes,â&#x20AC;? said Chief Constable Neil Dubord, Chair of the B.C. Association of Chiefs of Police Traffic Safety Committee. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re asking motorcycle riders and their passengers to be visible, dress appropriately, pay attention and focus on driving because

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ICBC calls on drivers to reduce motorcycle crashes this summer Summer time - Learning time Organs on their own have a set of functions but fulfill their optimum level of efficacy within their organ systems. Organs that work together to complete a set of functions for the body.

There are 12 organ systems in the body, this week we will do a slight introduction, with the following weeks a more in depth look at the body organ systems, along with their individual organs and the types of illnesses (pathologies) you may find, as well as what types of things can be done that are thought to give aid to those organs or organ systems.

1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Integumentary System - external body covering: Hair, Skin & Nails 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Skeletal System â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a framework to support and protect the body: Bones 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Muscular System â&#x20AC;&#x201C; provide locomotion (movement): Muscles 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Nervous System â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the control and communicatory system of the body: brain, receptors, nerves, spinal cord 5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Endocrine System â&#x20AC;&#x201C; gland that secrete hormones that regulate body activities and functions: Pineal gland, Pituitary gland, Thyroid gland, Thymus, Adrenal glands, Pancreas, Testis, Ovaries 6 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cardiovascular system â&#x20AC;&#x201C; transports blood, nutrients, wastes, and moves it throughout the body: heart, blood vessels ...to be continued next week

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49th Annual Nechako Valley Exhibition Exhibition August 21, 22 & 23

Bringing Communities Together Musical Entertainment All Weekend Long Teen Idol Competition The Festival Magician Cow Milking Booth Kids Carnival Games Dog Obedience and Agility Bovine Ultrasound Pregnancy Testing Demo Beef Show 4-H Show West Coast Lumberjack Show Ride ‘em Cowboy Mechanical Bulls Cow Hide Drag Race Light Horse Show Small Animal Exhibits Draft Horse Classes Exhibit Show Nechako Valley Exhibition Parade Ranch Hand Competition Team Roping Bits n’ Boots Pony Rides and Games Woof n’ Hoof Race Mutton Busting As well as the many, many exhibitors Find all the info in the 49th Nechako Valley Exhibition Booklet in businesses around town or drop into the Omineca Express for a copy

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The Fun Page Horoscopes ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you have plans to rest, but you might be surprised at how fast you become bored with nothing to keep you busy. Relaxation may be difÀcult for you to master.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, work appeals to you this week and you Ànd yourself spending some extra time at the ofÀce. Just be sure to make time for your family.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Familiar memories resurface, Taurus. You may discover that nothing much has changed and you really need to buckle down to create new plans.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, this week you are captivated by the innocent things in life. Enjoy this relaxing time to stop and smell the roses with your loved ones.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 A plan you laid out hits a snag this week, Gemini. Do not get discouraged, as your plans will only be delayed momentarily before things get back on track.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 It’s alright to be a homebody for a few days this week, Aquarius. Revel in some quiet time at home and enjoy this chance to breathe easy and recharge your batteries.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 A new perspective can sometimes change everything, Cancer. Even if there are some bumps along the way, your optimism will ultimately prevail.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Give your dreams time to develop in the weeks ahead, Pisces. If you rush things along, you may end up getting discouraged.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you will be on the receiving end of more support and encouragement this week than you possibly know what to do with. Express your gratitude to loved ones.

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 It’s easy to see the possibilities ahead this week, Virgo.

Take a practical approach when making plans and you will soon begin to achieve your goals.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you may have a particular goal in mind for your relationship that hasn’t come to fruition just yet. It may take a little more work for you to get to that solid place.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Others may struggle to decipher your thoughts, Scorpio.

Sometimes you have to spell out what you need or want to get others on board with your ideas.

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Omineca Express Wednesday, July 29, 2015

The Prince George RCMP Contractor fraud that may be happening in PG On July 22nd, 2015 the Prince George RCMP received a fraud complaint from a local business owner.

The owner was at his business when he was approached by a man claiming to work for a paving company out of Langley, BC. A second man remained in an unmarked white Dodge pick-up out of surveillance camera view. The man, who identified himself as ‘James’ and had an Irish accent, provided a written quote to the owner to pave the parking lot of the business. The quote was on professionally printed paper; however the owner didn’t feel right about the business proposition. After conducting computer checks and finding media stories about the scam, the owner called police.

The investigating officer found several discrepancies with both the quote and website provided, leading the officer to believe this to be a fraud and that the company does not exist.

Here’s how it works. The suspect provides a quote at a reduced rate and the owner agrees, providing a portion of the money up front. The fraudster does not complete the job and goes on to another victim. Once a contract has

been agreed upon, this often becomes a civil issue and may not be a criminal one, leaving the business owner to take civil court action against someone they don’t know and a company that truly doesn’t exist.

A similar fraud was reported in the community in 2009. More than six persons were scammed out of thousands of dollars that summer when they entered into a contract with pavers going door to door. Interestingly, in those cases the suspect provided a name of ‘James’ and had an English accent.

Police want to warn the public about this scam. Whether you own a residence or a business, you could be a target. Please exercise caution when approached by anyone offering a service or product where money is exchanged before the contract is fulfilled.

Uninvited businesses that operate door to door are required to provide contracts for their services and products. These contracts are regulated by Consumer Protection BC. Consumer Protection BC and the Prince George RCMP want to recognize that there are legitimate businesses that operate door to door.

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

Nechako Notes COMING EVENTS....

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

ENGLISH STYLE FISH AND CHIPS...fresh frozen Newfoundland cod. Sunday, August 16 @ 5pm, Halltray Farms, Northside Road.

Proceeds to Anglican Church.

Everyone welcome. *** GIGANTIC YARD SALE...St. Patrick’s Anglican Church, Stuart St, Fort St. James - August 8, 2015, 9 to 2. Loads of household items as well as tools, furniture, clothes, bikes etc.

All proceeds to Stuart Lake Outreach Group Food Bank. All are welcome. *** DO YOU HAVE PERSISTENT PAIN? Then this support group is for you.

This peer-led support group will help you to self-manage your pain, provide education, reduce the isolation that so many people with persistent pain find themselves facing. Help you find meaning and purpose in your life again. For more details visit our website or call our toll free number 1-844-747-7246, email: vanderhoof@ pipain.com, attn: Racquel. *** 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 *** 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

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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....

The crowd enjoying the ‘Concert in the Park’ at Ferland Park July 18. *** 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: 250-5679927. *** 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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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.

Reservoir Elevation: 853.34m (2799.67 ft.)

SLS Discharge: 170 m3/s Cheslatta Falls: 198 m3/s Vanderhoof: 291 m3/s The Summer Temperature Management Program (STMP) is operated to minimize the occurrence of water temperature above 20 degrees from 20 July to 20 August. This is done for the protection of sockeye salmon migrating through the Nechako River; high water temperatures can lead to reduced spawning success. In order to achieve this target spillway discharge will vary between 14.2 m3/s and 453 m3/s to achieve flow in the Nechako River at Cheslatta Falls between 170 m3/s and 283 m3/s, in response to weather forecasts.

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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Trades, Technical 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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TANK TRUCK DRIVERS Hiring Immediately We service the Oilfield in Grande Prairie and surrounding area. t Class 1 - Driving Tri-Tri or Tri Quads t Off Road or Fluid Hauling Experience Preferable t Must be able to chain up! t Competitive Wages t Benefits after 3 months t Staff Housing upon availability t Flexible schedules and travel arrangements available t Opportunities for overtime!! t We are a family owned and operated company Please email resume and current driving abstracts to: hr@mtts.ca

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Job Location: The View Hotel Bistro & Lounge, Fort St. James Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible Education: Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts or similar qualifications Experience: A minimum of 2 years of work related skill and knowledge is required. Kitchen leadership experience preferred.

Salary: Competitive salary will be offered based on experience and qualification.

Job Description: To assure that the culinary operation runs smoothly and effectively according to the operational criteria of the property. Head chef is involved in staffing of kitchen, developing new and creative menu items, forecasting supply needs, ordering supplies, inventory control, estimating cost and maintaining profitable operational budgets, training new staff and monitoring their performance. Executing excellence in food quality and presentation and maintaining sanitary and safety guidelines are a must. Creating an engaging and energetic environment where all staff works as a team. Responsibilities will be restricted to the kitchen end only, no need to manage front end.

Application Process: Please email applications and inquiries to info@theviewhotel.ca

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Career Opportunities KWAKIUTL Band Council is seeking an Elementary School Principal in Pt. Hardy on Vancouver Island.

For a full job description email manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca Pls send cover letter, salary expectations & 3 references via email or fax 250949-6066 by July 31, 2014.

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