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Fire at Cedar Village is quickly managed

Rob Brown Managing Editor Dawson Creek Mirror

Friday evening Sept. 22 at 7:18 pm, the City of Fort St. John Fire Department received a report of a structure fire at Cedar Village in the 10600 block of 102 Street. Five minutes later, the on-duty crew consisting of 4 firefighters arrived on the scene to find a working fire at the rear of one of the complexes. With assistance from our mutual aid

partners, an additional 4 fire apparatus, 5 command vehicles and 26 firefighters arrived shortly after.

They quickly managed to extinguish the exterior fire; however, the fire spread into the attic space.

Due to the quick action of the firefighters, most of the fire damage was contained to the attic space, which was extinguished just before 9 pm, and

there was only minor smoke and water damage to the second floor of the townhouses.

“We are thankful to our welltrained crew and mutual aid partners for their quick actions to limit the damage caused by this fire. We’d like to remind everyone to ensure they have working smoke alarms installed throughout their house and to check them regularly,” stated Fort St. John Fire Department Chief Robert Norton.

All the occupants safely evacuated shortly after crews arrived, and there were no injuries reported. The Fort St. John Fire Department continues to investigate the cause of the fire.

Witnesses on scene tell the Alaska Highway News just before 7:20pm.

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TW Buck Reporter/Photographer

In August alone, the BC Coroners Service had 174 reported deaths which represents the lowest total recorded in a single month since June 2022.

“Today’s BC Coroners Service report for August 2023 tells a story we have heard too often. We are not just talking about numbers, we are talking about people. We’ve lost 174 fathers, daughters, colleagues, neighbours, and friends,” says Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.

“We are continuing to lose members of our communities in heartbreaking numbers as a result of the toxicity of the illicit drug market,” said Lisa Lapointe, chief coroner.

“No town, neighbourhood or family is immune from this crisis and as the years of this public-health emergency go by, more and more British Columbians are experiencing the devastating loss of a friend,

colleague or family member to the illicit-drug supply.”

The leading cause for death in British Columbia for people between the age of 10-59 is unregulated drug toxicity, which accounts for more deaths than homicides, suicides, natural diseases, and accidents combined. Since the public health emergency was first declared in April 2016, more than 12,929 British Columbian lives have been lost to unregulated drugs.

Smoking remains the dominant consumption method according to aggregated data, with nearly two-thirds of death investigations in 2023 involving individuals who consumed substances in this manner. This pattern was first observed in 2017 and continues to underscore the need for spaces for people who use drugs to smoke them safely.

“Today’s BC Coroners Service report for August 2023 tells a story we have heard too often. We are not just talking about numbers; we are talking

about people. We’ve lost 174 fathers, daughters, colleagues, neighbours, and friends,” said Whiteside. “While the number of people who died last month is down slightly from the same month last year and the previous month, the impact on our families and communities remains overwhelming. We see first-hand the deep pain –physical, mental, and emotional – that lies behind addiction. Shame and stigma often stand in the way of people getting the help they require. We are actively working to remove these barriers and foster an environment where everyone feels included and supported.

According to the preliminary data, which is subject to change as toxicology results are received, the highest number of unregulated drug deaths for 2023 are in Vancouver, Surrey and Greater Victoria.

The findings also suggest that the highest rates of death have been in Northern Health (58 deaths per 100,000 individuals) and Vancouver Health (56 per 100,000 individuals).

“The relentlessness and scale of this public-health crisis requires a proportionate response,” Lapointe said. “The BC Coroners Service continues to recommend urgent, collaborative action on the part of ministries and health authorities to co-ordinate a province wide continuum of care that saves lives. Improvements in the quality and reach of harm reduction and evidence-based treatment services are essential, as is the critical need to ensure that those at risk of dying can access safer, regulated drugs. If we cannot implement these changes, our loved ones will continue to die.”

Our readers are reminded to exercise caution before drawing conclusions regarding a single month of data, given that recent data is preliminary and subject to change as investigations are completed and the causes of death are confirmed.

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Blizzard bike ride - plus awards

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It was a beautiful fall day that the Blizzards came together to complete a poker ride and walk. Eleven riders braved the course, and almost all managed to get back with all their components. Landis Dell jogged his bike into the finish with only one crank as the other fell off along the course.

Ezra Jarnagin and Benaiah Jarnagin finished the course in record time, even after missing the first 2 stations and having to circle back. They also completed the course a second time in order to try and get a better poker hand then the first run.

We had five walkers complete a different course, and then Barb Jarnagin ran the course a second time. Bikers Ard Hoogenboom, Ezra Jarnagin, Truman Jarnagin, Benaiah Jarnagin, Stella Jarnagin, and Hunter Sipe also ran the walking course to get another chance at a poker hand. In the end, Hunter Sipe managed to put together the winning hand for the top prize.

The club awards were also given out to the riders who have raced in the events throughout the season and have achieved the Best All-Round in the points. The awards are as follows:

Peewee Boys (11-12) - Hunter LeClerc

Peewee Girls (11-12 - Grace Gamble

Minime Boys )13-14) - Ezra Jarnagin

Cadet Boys (15-16) - Benaiah Jarnagin

Junior Boys (17-18) - Matthew Mitchel

Junior Girls (17-18) - Madison McCracken/Stella Jarnagin

Senior Men (19-29) - Melvin Jarnagin/LT McDonell/Kevin Hunt

Masters A Men (30-39) - Sean Dignan

Masters B Men (40-49) - Nigel Wray

Masters B Women (40-49) - Kristine Bock

Masters C Men (50-59) - Ard Hoogenboom

Masters D Men (60-69) - Rob Sipe

Masters E Men (70-79)- Sam Keats

Masters F Men (80-89) - Richard Wood

Combine Cup Men - Nigel Wray

Combine Cup Women - Kristine Bock

Congratulations to all the winners.

The season isn’t a wrap yet, there are still mountain bike events happening into October, so check the schedule and come on out and enjoy the fall riding.

Fire Prevention Week Oct 8 to 14

Fire Prevention Week is a great time to discuss fire and burn prevention with the people in your community and is an opportunity for students to win some fantastic prizes.

Bringing the important message of fire and burn prevention into schools and classrooms helps to save lives and prevent painful burn injuries and lifelong suffering. We thank you for all your efforts and the work that you do to share these messages.

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attention to fire prevention.

This year’s campaign, Cooking safety starts with You. Pay attention to fire prevention™, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe when cooking.

Visit the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) official Fire Prevention Week website for tons of great information, activities, ideas, resources and more!

Pat Ferris Cycle Writer

Monthly RCMP report for Hudson’s Hope

There were 39 calls for service made to the Hudson’s Hope RCMP, and 38 written violations and warning tickets issues between August 22 and September 24.

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The Hudson’s Hope RCMP are going to focusing on highway and road safety.

The RCMP received a report of the theft of fuel from a local gas station on August 23, where it was reported that an individual has filled up a large amount of fuel without paying and fled the scene. The file is now in front of the courts as the suspect was positively identified and charges have been sought.

Throughout August, the RCMP received multiple reports of a deer with an entanglement of twine in his antlers, which eventually wrapped around his neck and hindered his movements. British Columbia Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS) was able to locate and sedate the deer which allowed members to remove the twine before he was returned to the wild.

The Hudson’s Hope RCMP received a report on September 5 of a family cat ‘Belle’, that was found deceased in a suspicious manner. The cat never returned home, and upon the owners following the GPS collar they discovered that the animal had been wrapped in multiple bags and left in a trash can outside a local business facility. It was confirmed by the veterinarian check that the animal had been drowned, and based on those circumstances the Hudson’s Hope RCMP are currently investigating a local resident for inflicting unnecessary suffering to an animal. The charges are pending, and the investigation is ongoing.

The RCMP were conducting speed enforcement within the school zone along Beattie Dr on September 19, where a total of three motorists had been stopped for excessive speed, with some reaching 59km/hr. All the drivers were issued fines of $368.00.

The Hudson’s Hope RCMP received a report on September 19 of a lone horse that had been wandering along FSR. While investigating, it was confirmed that the horse had been missing for five days after it had fled

from its owner. The horse was transported to town for safe keeping until the owner was able to attend and take ownership with the assistance of the local area Livestock Agent.

A theft/mischief inprogress was reported to Hudson’s Hope RCMP at a local residence along Beattie Dr, where upon investigation it had been confirmed that several items had been stolen from a private residence after three known individuals unlawfully trespassed.

One of the suspects was located and arrested and is being charged with theft and mischief.

The file continues to remain open for further investigation and the apprehension of multiple remaining suspects.

The Hudson’s hope RCMP would like to remind anyone with information regarding current or past investigations to contact the RCMP through their direct line at 250-783-5241. Individuals that wish to remain anonymous can contact crime stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Over $400K in recovered property

RCMP Street Crew Units have focused their energy on targeting individuals involved in property crime throughout the Prince George and surrounding northern community.

An investigation this summer helped to recover a stolen Tige boat, three stolen motorcycles and four stolen ATVs. The total value of the recovered property was approximately $365,000.

photo of the recovered property from the July investigation, showing the recovered boat, motorcycles and ATVs.

During last month and this month, Street Crew Unit officers targeted a known property crime offender and executed a search warrant on their property - totalling over $100,000 in recovered property.

Where possible, the items that have been recovered by our investigators have been returned to the rightful owners or to the businesses where they were stolen from originally, states Cpl. Jennifer Cooper, Media Relations Officer for the Prince George RCMP.

If you have any information about this or any other criminal offence, please contact Prince George RCMP at (250)561-3300 or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1(800)222-8477 or online at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca

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The Fort St. John Enizers Wheelchair Basketball Club is rolling at the Ma Murray Community School.

If you think you have what it takes to sit down and be a wheel pro – hit a try it session next week learn all about inclusive adapted sports and of course have fun.

“If you or someone you know is between the ages of 12 and 24 and would like the opportunity to join us in Quesnel in Feb 2024 for the BC

Winter Games we would also love to speak to them,” say organizers.

Line up with  programs@northernadaptedsports.ca if you have any questions at all about this or how to get adapted sports sessions for your school or community group and we look forward to seeing you on October 6th and beyond.

Fort St. John Energizers try-it Wheelchair Basketball sessions are open to all ages abilities and the equipment is provided. The first session goes Oct. 6 from 5:15 to 6:45pm at the Ma Murray School. editor@dcdn.ca

Multiple BC wildfire fighters die in fatal collision

At approximately 2:00AM on September 19, a 2-vehicle collision was reported on Highway 1, only 1 km west of Juniper Beach Provincial Park, near Walhachin, BC.

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Upon emergency crews arriving, the transport truck involved in the accident had caught fire. The driver was able to escape the semi-truck before the vehicle was fully engulfed.

The second vehicle, which was a Ford F-350 pick-up truck had 4 occupants who succumbed to their injuries. The four BC wildfire fighters were pronounced deceased at the scene.

Upon the initial investigation it was determined that the pick-up truck had failed to navigate a bend in the road to the right, resulting in them crossing the centre line and colliding head on with a semi-truck.

“Tragically, the four individuals have been identified as BC Wildfire Service sub-contractors who were travelling home from assisting with fire suppression efforts, says Cpl. James Grandy, spokesperson for the BC RCMP Southeast District.

This year has been particularly challenging for the BC Wildfire Service, with several of its members facing injuries or losing their lives. Our thoughts are with the friends and family of those who help keep our Province safe.”

Assistance has been provided by the BC Coroner Service as well as the BC highway Patrol’s Collision Reconstructionist for the investigation which is still underway to determine the cause of the Collison.

The investigation had Highway 1 closed in both directions, however, has since reopened.

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Resource Municipalities Coalition to dissolve by the end of Dec.

Tom Summer Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

As of December 31, 2023, the Resource Municipalities Coalition (RMC) will be no more. The announcement was made in a press release by the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM), who’s been a supporter and partner of the initiative since it began in 2014.

Alaska Highway News

At the recommendation of BC Wildfire, the Peace River Regional District has rescinded Stoddart Creek Evacuation Order #5 as of September 24.

The decision to end the coalition follows the October 2022 local governments elections, with many communities, councils, and coalition members in the Northeast shifting their priorities, notes the press release.

“The Resource Municipalities Coalition has been a valuable organization for our communities to work together on issues of our region’s development and sustainability. It is disheartening to see it come to an end,”

said Northern Rockies Mayor Rob Fraser in the release.

“We are grateful for the support and partnership we shared with our fellow member municipalities over the years,” he added.

The coalition was a partnership which included the municipalities of the NRRM, District of Taylor, District of Tumbler Ridge, and District of Mackenzie, and

was established to address issues regarding resource development, cumulative impacts, regional economic diversification, recruitment, retention and training of workers, and health.

Ongoing operations and financial commitments will be completed by November 30, 2023.

“While the coalition’s existence will come to an end, the shared goals among these

communities will continue to serve as a testament to the importance of regional collaboration in addressing resource development issues,” notes the release.

Tom Summer, Alaska Highway News, Local Journalism Initiative. Have a story idea or opinion? Email tsummer@ ahnfsj.ca

This means the Evacuation Order is cancelled for the following areas, and they are now under Stoddart Creek Evacuation Alert #8:

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South along Prespatou Road to a point 3.2 km north of 264 Road

Due west to a point 3.2 km east of the Beatton Airport Road

Due north to the point of intersection with the Blueberry River

munities or municipalities, as they are responsible for issuing Orders, Alerts and cancellations for their jurisdictions.

The PRRD also included some tips for returning home:

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Peace officer faces child exploitation charges

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Rob Brown Managing Editor Dawson Creek Mirror

A City of Grande Prairie Peace Officer will be in court facing charges related child sexual exploitation offences.

The charges follow an investigation by ALERT’s Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit.

Daniel Emond was arrested on September 21, with the help of Grande Prairie RCMP. The 32-year-old is charged with accessing and distributing child pornography. He is next expected to appear on October 11.

Emond was released from custody on a number of courtimposed conditions.

It is alleged Emond shared child exploitation materials through social media channels, according to the RCMP’s National Child Exploitation Crime Centre. ICE began its investi-

gation into Emond in January 2023.

“As a community, we need to understand Internet child exploitation has changed the frame of reference for how we protect children and teens,” said Sgt. Kerry Shima, ALERT ICE in a statement.

“The Internet is infinite and constantly evolving; this means anyone, at any time, and anywhere will be taking advantage of children for their own sexual gratification,”

RCMP advise anyone with information about this investigation, or any child exploitation offence is encouraged to contact local police or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at crimestoppers.ab.ca.

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On September 22, in Fort St. John the NPHS was celebrating their anniversary at the Fort St. John North Peace Museum. Past curator Susan Birley joined current curator Heather Sjoblom and past president Larry Evans in a presentation, where they shared the history of the historical society from the original Peace Island Park to their current museum.

“It was wonderful to celebrate the North Peace Historical Society’s 60th anniversary on September 22 and pay tribute to the hundreds of volunteers who have put in (at a conservative estimate) over 200,000 hours in the last 60 years!” says Heather Sjoblom, museum curator.

“Without these volunteers, we would not have a museum and many of our

artefacts and documents would have been lost. I’d like to extend a special thank you to Susan Birley and Larry Evans for sharing their memories of the NPHS.”

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Privacy rights for disabled BC transit riders questioned

Graeme Wood Reporter

TransLink’s board of directors heard concerns Wednesday, from one member of the public, that the special BC Bus Pass program for disabled riders discriminates by not affording the right to anonymity when using the transit system.

The man, identified only as Robin, spoke to TransLink’s board this week as the Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation received a report on HandyDART services for the disabled showing how the COVID-19 pandemic had impacted services.

Robin stated how the BC Bus Pass card issued to disabled (and lowincome) people has their

name on it. This is done, he said, out of an unapparent concern from officials that riders would otherwise abuse their cards (presumably by sharing, selling or renting).

But Robin said he obtained a report from the provincial government, via a freedom of information request, that he says showed no justification for such a policy.

“There doesn’t seem to be a balancing in anything I’ve read where we’re sort of looking, ‘So here’s a problem and is this more important than a disabled person’s right to privacy, for example, or their right not to be treated in a discriminatory manner by being singled out by having a pass that’s different than non-disabled people?’” said Robin.

Speaking on behalf of a disabled family member, Robin said officials should consider a sociological lens in its policy and not jump the gun in assuming disabled people are scofflaws; rather, officials should consider why that perception may exist — and he points to the fact disabled people receive just $1,483 from the provincial government as a monthly living allowance.

“A reasonable person could say, ‘Oh well, that’s probably why there’s this misuse; and to further penalize persons with disabilities, to make them have this pass that sort of leaks personal information, we don’t see that as appropriate and it does make our family member, who is disabled, feel singled out,” said Robin.

OPINION - MERLIN NICHOLS: mind the mind

Merlin Nichols Columnist

We are probably not what we think we are; we might not even be what other people think we are. On the other hand, what we think, that we are, if not yet, sooner or later we will be like that which we think – pure, cheerful, hopeful, or angry, bitter, evil, hateful.

Among other wise sayings resembling the Proverbs recorded in Scripture, Marcus Aurelius, second century Stoic philosopher-emperor of the Roman empire, advised his people that the soul is tinctured by the thoughts.

But the writers of Scripture were onto that truth first. One thousand years before Marcus Aurelius, the author of the Proverbs observed that “as you think, so you are.”

Our thoughts are shaped by the input to our minds. Always, without exception.

Some questions: Who oversees our minds? Where can we find truth in this world of fact and fiction, truth and anti-truth? Who controls the sources of information? How can I sort the information that I do get?

To the first question I an-

swer, I oversee my own mind; you are in charge of yours and it is up to each of us to guard the accesses to our minds, and guard them well as there are sinister forces swirling in society the purpose of which is to coopt and control our minds for the benefit of some entity besides you and me.

For power over us, perhaps for financial gain, or both.

As for finding truth in this world of fact and fiction, truth and anti-truth, I am not about to mislead myself or you by suggesting it will be easy.

It is not easy, and it is getting harder.

It begins with the way we understand truth which is a function of our worldview. I, with a Creationist worldview, in some situations, might interpret the data differently from those with a materialist worldview.

I accept that; it would be helpful if you did, too. Indeed, I accept that you may take a seriously different approach to life than I take. That’s OK and, in my worldview, you have a legitimate right to the way you see things. And we can be neighbors if you like.

That said, our Prime Minister

This week at the Senior’s

Pamela den Ouden

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Museum celebrates milestone

Congratulations to the North Peace Historical Society (NPHS) on the recent celebration of its 60th anniversary. Since its beginning, hundreds of volunteers have put in more than 200,000 hours working for the group and running the museum. Susan Birley and Larry Evans shared their memories of the NPHS at the event.

Nurses in the North - Free exhibit at the Fort St. John Hospital

If you happen to be at the hospital, be sure to view the exhibit highlighting the work of 10 nurses, from Anne Roberts Young in 1930 to Judy Hawthorne in 1969,who have served our community in the past. The Fort St. John Hospital Arts Committee has partnered with the museum in mounting this display, located in the hospital lobby between reception and Cool Beans Cafe.

Market Opportunity – Tables are going fast!

From October 14-December 16, the Seniors’ Hall will host a Saturday market from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. If you’re a knit-

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ter, artist, sewer, quilter, baker, jam maker, or another kind of crafter, reserve your table by calling Wendy Clayson at 250-785-9193.

Arvid and Karen Myhre When Arvid Myhre was 18, he couldn’t “get a job pumping gas for 80 cents an hour—that was the minimum wage then” in Edmonton, so in the spring of 1962, he came to Fort St. John to work for Bowes and Herron. Then he was hired by Ray Levesque in his wheel alignment shop.

Now more than 80 years old, Myhre said he “was cutting and welding, and then I realized there was no muffler shop in town at that time,” so he set up in business. The lot at 10124 – 93 Avenue was home to Myhre Muffler from 1981-2006.

I recently chatted with Arvid and his wife, Karen, a former teacher at Dr. Kearney. She said they met at a party in Charlie Lake and were married in 1969. Nowadays, not many people get to celebrate 54 years of marriage. What’s their secret? “‘Yes, dear!’ from both partners!” said Karen. “Our faith makes a difference, too,” she added. They are both

(pray for him) is on record more than once as saying that there is no room in Canada for those who take a point of view different from his point of view. That is troubling. Does that mean I am potentially stateless?

As for how I form my world view and the filters through which I sift the information available in this increasingly difficult environment, I do that by daily applying my mind to the study of Scripture to let Scripture form my mind, my thinking processes.

Here’s an example of counsel that informs my thinking. (Don’t suppose that I consistently observe the maxim. I’m subject to failure just like the rest of our Canadian population.)

Though sent from his Roman dungeon, Paul’s letter to his friends in Philippi, Northern Greece, preserved for 2000 years in Scripture, is a letter of rejoicing indicating a mind at peace with himself and his environment. Not a word of criticism of his prison guards, the poor and scanty food, the damp conditions, the uncomfortable sleep!

Not a complaint is recorded!

Just rejoicing!

active members of St. Martin’s Anglican Church.

Arvid enjoys woodworking, mostly making toys—cars, car carriers, planes—for sale at various community markets. They have also traveled across Canada and to Southern California, Palm Springs, Yuma, and Iceland and Norway, his birthplace. “I still have cousins there,” Arvid said. As for Iceland, he said the food was very expensive. Having travelled to Iceland myself, I concurred and compared notes on the thermal pools and standing at the

No doubt this attitude has something to do with his counsel to his friends:

Nine times in his short letter Paul rejoices or urges his readers to rejoice. “Finally, dear friends whom I long to see, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy – meditate daily on these things.”

Living as we do in a pluralistic society, it is crucial that we recognize and support the right of each person to govern her or his mind according to the conscience of each.

But I will teach that all human beings were created in the image of God and are valuable in His sight and that all of us, that’s all of us including the worst and best of us without exception, have sinned and continue to come short of our Creator’s ideal.

Without exception, we are all responsible for the death of our Creator.

In whatever time remains for me on this dizzying earth, I will

attempt to be in charge of my own mind, guarding as carefully as I can the input so that the output allows me to live in peace with my fellow-travellers. Is it asking too much to ask for a mind like that of our Creator?

Spend time with Him. Fill your minds with the thoughts of Scripture, the hope of Scripture, the peace of Scripture.

Think God’s thoughts after Him.

continental divide (where the tectonic plates meet), with one foot in North America and the other in Eurasia, so to speak.

The Myhres are proud of their children, Mike and Lisa. Mike is an accomplished animation artist in Vancouver, supervising the storyboard for several of the new Snoopy cartoons, among other high-profile projects. Arvid said he used to buy roll ends of newsprint because Mike was drawing so much! In fact, he designed the Bulldog logo at Bert Bowes Middle School. Lisa is a teach-

er at Charlie Lake School.

“Fort St. John is a place of opportunity, where a person can come and set up a business,” said Karen. “People have a pioneering spirit.”

Contact me! Give me a call at 250-7877311 or email me at phbeav@ gmail.com if you have news for the Seniors’ column.

Below Arvid and Karen Myhre

An Oct. 1 winter tire reminder for drivers

Fall’s arrival in the Peace region is a seasonal reminder that the law for winter tires on many provincial highways starts October 1.

“Driving for work or pleasure can be dangerous, no matter how much experience you have,” says Trace Acres, Program Director for Road Safety at Work and spokesperson for the 15th annual Shift into Win-

ter campaign in a statement. “Conditions can change quickly and you need to prepare now to help keep yourself and your passengers safe.”

Designated highways in the region require winter tires or chains from October 1 to April 30, including mountain passes and rural routes in high snowfall areas. This includes Highways 77, 97, 29, 2 and 52.

The number of crashes caused by driving too fast for

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conditions doubles at this time of year in B.C.

Winter tires can help reduce the risk. They provide better traction and stopping distances when temperatures drop below 7C. “They can’t help you if you don’t have them on your vehicle before poor weather arrives, though,” Acres says. “Waiting until rain, ice, or snow hits is too late.”

Acres adds drivers also need

to make adjustments when behind the wheel.

“Even if you’re only on the road for a few minutes, you need to prepare for winter driving hazards,” Acres says. “When conditions are treacherous, it’s better to postpone your trip, if you can. Your family would rather have you safe at home than have you hurt in a crash.”

Some trips aren’t easily avoided. Many people drive

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while working, for example. They may travel to see clients, go between work sites, or make deliveries. In all cases, they’re at risk. Nearly 40% of all work-related crashes in B.C. resulting in injury and time off the job occur from November to February, according to WorkSafeBC statistics. editor@dcdn.ca

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100 Women Who Care came together on September 26 in Fort St. John, where they presented Saplings Mental Health Services with a donation cheque of $31,000.

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Bailey Ollenberger is one of the organizers at 100 Women Who Care, and she expressed her views on last night’s impact stating, “we are incredibly honored to be amongst so many powerful women in our community, their presence showcased the strength and compassion that resides in each of us as women. Together, we are undoubtedly making a meaningful difference in our community.”

The women who attend such events nominate the chosen charities for consideration, after which organizers randomly draw three charities that will be presented at the following event, making sure every woman’s voice is heard and a fair opportunity is given to all deserving causes. The next event has been scheduled for March 12, 2024. Get news delivered to your inbox six days a week, subscribe to our newsletter.

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Nisga’a Nation celebrates return of totem to northern BC after taken almost a century ago

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The return of a memorial totem pole to a remote community in northwestern B.C. nearly 100 years after it was taken allows the Nisga’a Nation to reach back for old values of respect, helping to chart a new path of reconciliation, the nation’s president says.

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Eva Clayton said the Nisga’a people want the return of the memorial pole from the United Kingdom to be an example to other Indigenous nations, other countries and governments to see what their work with the National Museum of Scotland has accomplished.

“In bringing to light what can occur when people are treated with true dignity, respect and are honoured for their knowledge, this is reconciliation,” said Clayton as they prepared to welcome the totem’s return on Friday.

The totem belonged to the House of Ni’isjoohl from the Ganada, or frog clan. The clan’s matriarch Joanna Moody commissioned a master carver in 1860 to honour her family member, Ts’awit, a warrior who died protecting his family.

The 11-metre, redcedar pole was taken without permission in

1929 by an ethnographer researching life in the Nisga’a Village, and sold a year later to the museum in Scotland.

The “rematriation” of the pole came after a year of discussions between the nation and the museum. A delegation of family members and others with the Nisga’a government travelled to Edinburgh in August to oversee its return, which included a spiritual ceremony to prepare the pole for its long journey home.

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RCMP: a reminder for business owners

Rob Brown Managing Editor Dawson Creek Mirror

RCMP reminds business owners to be mindful of crime prevention practices, and they have some advice for business owners:

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Install motion sensor lights and keep indoor lights on at all times. Invest in good quality video cameras. Install an alarm system. Keep windows clear of stickers and posters • Keep

valuables away from windows and install roll shutters or bars on your windows • Make sure that preventative measures are well maintained, such as fences.

RCMP note tying to incorporate all of these crime preventatives at once can be costly.

“Make sure to budget for safety and crime prevention if you’re just starting out in your business venture, or implement them over time, based on priority. Investing in quality preventative measures, such as sturdy locks and quality cameras, can make a difference in preventing theft and identifying

criminals,” says officials

For more tips and information, Business Security brochures are available for free at all RCMP Detachments across the province.

RCMP encourages the public and business owners to report any suspicious activity to police. If you see a crime in progress, dial 911. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477 (TIPS).

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RCMP look for three teen suspects

The Fort St John RCMP are asking the public for their assistance in identifying multiple teenagers, who were involved in a break and enter of Canna Cabana which is located at 10027 100 Street, which occurred in the early morning of August 15.

Female youth, Blue hoodie with white tie strings Blue jeans Black runners, Black backpack

The second suspect is described as: Male youth, Glasses, Black and yellow The North

Police mobilize heavy in FSJ

Several Fort St. John RCMP units were spotted on scene at press time last Friday morning on 97 Avenue, between 96 and 95 St.

With the investigation ongoing - RCMP were unable to comment on the incident.

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Face hoodie, Camouflage pants, Black backpack, Black gloves.

The third suspect is described

as: Male youth, Short orange hair, Carrying a grey ball cap, Black hoodie, Dark grey pants, Black shoes with white soles, Black and grey backpack with white on the shoulder area.

The local RCMP are continuing to investigate, and are asking the public for any information that may lead to identifying these three teens. If anyone has information regarding this incident, they are asked to contact the Fort St. John RCMP. Get news delivered to your inbox six days a week, subscribe to our newsletter.

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An invitation for youth artwork

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Youth aged 15-19 in the PRRD are invited by the FSJ Arts Council to submit their artwork for a cool design competition.

The new Tuberz design competition was launched in 2022 during the High on Ice Winter Fest to encourage the participation of local artists in the winter festival, while the cozy clothing item designed and produced is shared with the public, volunteers and the

carving artists who attend the event.

“We are excited to select a design created by our local youth to feature at this season’s High on Ice Winter Fest,” states Eryn Griffith, Arts and Culture Manager for the City of Fort St. John. “And we would like to recognize the Fort St. John Arts Council for their ongoing support with this artistic initiative.”

Every year on family day weekend, Fort St. John hosts the annual High on Ice Winter Fest.

For nearly 20 years this festival has been a winter celebration in the region, scheduled for February 16-18, 2024.

Submissions are to be sent to arts-culture@fortstjohn.ca, and will be accepted until October 31, at 4pm. A blind jury will begin selections between Nov. 1-15.

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Below - Makayla McLarry at Fest 2023.

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1.Neverleaveheatingappliancesunattended. Areyouironingorcookingfood onthestovetop?Afirecanbreakout evenifyouleavetheroomforonlya fewseconds.Avoidtheworstbynever leavingthesetypesofappliancesunattended.

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Northern Rockies seeking members for human bear conflict management group

Tom Summer Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality (NRRM) has put out the call for community members interested in joining a human bear conflict management working group. Two community representative positions are needed to be filled.

The management group looks at strategies to keep the public safe from wildlife, in line with Bear Smart Community Principles and the Bear Smart Community Program.

Bears generally prefer to avoid human interaction, but

are occasionally drawn into communities when natural food sources are less available.

Interested parties can find applications here or contact the NRRM at 250-774-2541 extension 2040 or email Planning@northernrockies.ca

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What is wildfire trauma and what comes next for the victims?

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It’s been 20 years since the Okanagan Mountain Park wildfire scorched the east side of Okanagan Lake.

Now history feels like it is repeating itself after the McDougall Creek wildfire burned 13,940 hectares, forced 54,000 people onto an evacuation alert and damaged or destroyed 189 properties — forever changing the landscape and the psyche of the people who live in the Central Okanagan.

Mary Ann Murphy, associate professor at the University of British Columbia Okanagan, uses a unique word to sum up the experience of living through a wildfire and then seeing what is left behind.

“Solastalgia, it’s like nostalgia, it was created by Australian philosopher Glenn Albrecht. It’s really a recognition that the world around us has changed dramatically and also

that our love for the land catalyzes us to do something about it. I would say it’s stress caused by environmental change,” Murphy said.

As people begin the process of rebuilding and returning to burned areas, Murphy says it’s not surprising that they are having emotional responses.

Murphy studied the impacts of the Okanagan Mountain Fire and says she is already seeing many of the same things happening again.

“One of the things that’s really interesting and very visible the last few weeks is just overwhelming support of the entire community, emergency responders, people far afield, trying to come and help us.”

Murphy says wildfires are very visible, as is the devastation they bring.

“If you’ve lost your home, if you’ve been devastated, everyone can see it, you’re literally public, you’re on everybody’s cameras,

you’re all over the news. But what’s unique about this incredible outpouring of support is this incredible realization that you’re not alone.”

It may be hard for people who don’t deal with wildfires every summer to understand why most people choose to stay and rebuild after their homes have been destroyed, but Murphy says she believes its a sense of community that keeps people in the Okanagan.

“You have an incredible set of neighbours and a community that will help you. It becomes apparent that your life can change in an instant, you really think about how you’ve been lucky. They said it was a real friendship builder, they even said something like you’re one of them now, almost like this special collective or society.”

Murphy believes the same thing is happening now.

Below - The McDougall Creek wildfire burned 13,940 hectares and damaged or destroyed 189 properties.Jeff

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It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Shirley Ann Appleton on Saturday Sept. 23. Shirley Ann was born at Brandon, Manitoba on Nov 5, 1951 the youngest of 4 children to John & Ivy Redding. She went to a 1 room school house in lngelow, Manitoba before moving with her family to Armstrong, BC. where she completed her education. She moved to Fort St John in 1970 after following a friend here. She worked at what is now Humpty’s, the Alaska Highway News, Windy Point Lodge, Alway Refrigeration and spent 20+ years with the Government Agents Office in Fort St. John.

She was loving, supportive, personable, hard working, always put family & people first before herself, had a great sense of humour & adored her grandsons. She was predeceased by her parents John & Ivy Redding, brother Brian Redding, nephew Shane Partridge,

She will be deeply missed by her husband Lee Appleton, son Grant (Laurel), sister Linda Partridge (Gordon), brother Bill Redding (Marlene), sister-inlaw Linda Redding & numerous nieces & nephews. She will be missed by her grandsons Thomas & Benjamin and finally Buddy the puppy.

Shirley Ann requested that there will not be

Application No. 111039

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION NOTICE

Amendment for a Permit Under The Provisions of the Environmental Management Act

I, Mr. Dan Stoffman, Manager, Facilities Development, for Petronas Energy Canada Ltd., (#1600, 215, 2nd St SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 1M4), intend to submit this amendment application to the Director, Environmental Stewardship Group, at the British Columbia Energy Regulator to authorize the discharge of the air emissions from an existing compressor station. The updated sources of air emissions are:

- Six Caterpillar G3612 LE Compressor Engines (2984 kW each, upgraded, two new),

- Two Waukesha L7044GSI S5 VHP Generator Engines (1410-kW each, existing, one back-up),

- Three Opsco Glycol Regenerators for dehydration (366.4 kW each, one new),

- One emergency high pressure flare (with purge gas, Flaretech)

- One continuous low pressure flare (including pilot and purge only, Flaretech)

- Other equipment including still column vent tank, flash tanks, condensate tanks, and produced water tanks.

The land upon which the facility is situated and the discharge occurs is b-32-C/94-G-1, located at (surface location NAD 83) Latitude 57° 01’ 42.71” North; and Longitude 122° 16’ 09.30” West; located within the Town Field, approximately 145 km northwest of Fort St. John (driving distance). The total volume of gas through-put processed by this facility will be increased from 2,830,000 m3/day (32.75 m3/s) to 4,250,000 m3/day (49.19 m3/s). Another motor-driven vapor-recovery unit will be added to reduce the emissions during normal operation. This facility is licensed to 600ppm H2S, but all equipment will combust sweet fuel gas (0.0% H2S) during the normal operation. The maximum rate of air emissions discharged from this facility will be approximately 12.43 g/s NOx, 48.16 g/s CO, 1.25 g/s PM, 12.63 g/s VOC, and 6.69 g/s SO2 during maintenance and emergency facility blow-down (for approximately 25 minutes each blowdown, 3 times per year). Continuous average daily emissions rates, cumulatively produced from equipment, will be approximately 3.60 g/s NOx, 30.54 g/s CO, 0.55 g/s PM, and 3.34 g/s VOC. The operating period for this facility is 24 hours/day, 7 days/week with one week of shut down for turn around each year.

Any person who may be adversely affected by the proposed discharge of waste and wishes to provide relevant information may, within 30 days after the last date of posting, publishing, service or display, send written comments to the applicant, with a copy to the Environmental Management Officer, Environmental Stewardship Group, British Columbia Energy Regulator at 6534 100 Ave., Fort St. John, B.C., V1J 8C5. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in relation to this application will become part of the public record.

Dated this 23 day of September, 2023.

(Signature)

Contact person: Dan Stoffman, Director, Facilities & Integration Telephone No.: (403) 539-1648