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Dawson Creek to host ‘AAA’ Girls Volleyball Provincial Championships For the first time in history, Dawson Creek Secondary School will be hosting the ‘AAA’ Girls Volleyball Provincial Championships! The three-day tournament will take place from November 30-December 2 at the Memorial Arena in Dawson Creek. The tournament will see the top 16 teams in the province come together to vie for the title and will feature teams from Vancouver Island, the lower mainland, Okanagan, Kootenays, Western BC, and Northern BC. It’s going to be a showcase of talented athletes and exciting volleyball for our community. Tournament director Terri Spencer says the tournament will be structured as two days of round robin play followed by the championship round. It will not only include fantastic volleyball, but also an assortment of events for athletes and spectators including opening ceremonies, a themed banquet, a murder mystery event, and an awards ceremony. She added a tournament of this nature requires a ton of support. Conttinued on page A5

A2 The Dawson Creek Mirror •October 12, 2028

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO PREVAILING PRICES South Peace Bible Missionary St James Presbyterian Church Sunday Service: 10am & 7pm 1501-108 Ave. Dawson Creek Wednesday Service: 7pm Traditional Sunday Service: 10 am 250-786-5711 Pastor: Stephane Poulin NewBeginningsBaptistChurch 4911 48th Ave, Pouce Coupe Services: Sundays 10:30am Peace Reform 10221-18th St Dawson Creek Presbyterian Church Apostolic Lighthouse Pastor: Dr. Michael Stark Pastor Greg Broberg Pastor Aaron Farmer newbeginningsbaptist.ca 250-719-4316 Sunday Worship | 11AM gbroberg@shaw.ca Wednesday Bible Study | 7PM Rolla Bible Baptist Church Sundays: 1:00pm pastor@altdc.ca Pastor David Epp 250-759-4540 1224 103 Ave, Dawson Creek 701-96A Ave, Dawson Creek Rollachurch.com • rolla@pris.ca Website: www.alcdawson.com Location: Rolla, BC at the corner Bethel Pentecostal Church of 400 Ave. and 403 St. Pastor Jared Keber Church of Jesus Christ of Services: Sundays 10:30am Contact Office: 250-782-5885 Latter-Day Saints office@betheldc.ca 250-782-4921 • mormon.org/ Baha’i Faith Web: www.betheldc.ca 10901 13th St. Dawson Creek An independent world religion 11501 17 St Dawson Creek founded by Bahá’u’lláh – (Glory Church of the Nazarene of God) in 1844. He taught the DC Community Church Service times: oneness of humanity, the oneness David Roch • 250-782-0150 Sunday 2pm, Friday 7pm of God, the oneness of religion. davidphyllisroch@gmail.com www.dcnazarene.com Devotional gatherings and study 1224 103 Ave, Dawson Creek Pastor Megan Polowski circles open to all. www.bahai.org Email: dcnazarene@gmail.com Dale Campbell 250-719-7427 First Baptist Church Phone: 250-719-7425 Sunday service is at 10:30 am Alliance Church 1400-113 Ave. Dawson Creek Grandview Chapel Contact: 250-782-3837 250-782 4792. dawsoncreekalliance.ca In crisis, get a hold of Pastor Terry Is a friendly church nestled on the hill in Dawson Creek 9009 10 St. Dawson Creek by appointment only. grandviewchapel.ca office@dcfirstbaptist.ca Tony Vigar 250-782-4225 Salvation Army Church Live on our website. www.dcfirstbaptist.ca 900 94 Ave Dawson Creek 250-782-4812 Contact: Pastor Terry Coe Sunday Meetings 10:30 am 1436 104 Ave. Dawson Creek terry@dcfirstbaptist.ca Church Service: Sundays 11:00 am Peace Mission Chapel Grace Lutheran Church Contact: Pastor Bill Mann Church of the New Jerusalem Grace is a caring church Located Hwy 97 Progress, BC A distinctive Christian church community. We welcome all to 250-843-7506 dedicated to learning, living worship and share our life in Sunday Meetings 11:00 am and sharing the spiritual Christ’s love. 250-782-3624 understanding of the Bible as Email : grace@pris.ca Seventh-Day Adventist Church revealed in books written by 11101 17 St Dawson Creek Bible Study: 10:00 am Emanuel Swedenborg. All are Sunday Worship 10:30 am Church Services: 11:00 am welcome to our services and Contact: 250-782-1710 other events. Notre Dame Catholic Church 9201-14th St. Dawson Creek Dawsoncreeknewchurch.ca Please contact the office for Pastor: Michael McPherson for more info and the church newsletter. 250-782-8035 service times and for ministerial program information PouceCoupeCommunityChurch 9013 8 St Dawson Creek Contact: Fr. Venerando Sabacan Pastor Cory Lizotte 250-786-0160 Sunday Worship 11:00 am 250-782-3456 • nddc@shaw.ca Sunday Meetings 10:30 am Gideons International 908 104 Ave Dawson Creek The Grizzly Valley Chapter is St Marks Anglican Church part of the national Gideons South Peace United Church Contact: 250-782-2939 Marilyn Carroll Stmarks@pris.ca and on Facebook organization. Our mission is to 1029 103 Ave, Dawson Creek share God’s Word with effective 250-782-2636 Sunday Service: 11:00 am and engaging forms of Scripture. Email: spuc@neonet.bc.ca Food Bank: Contact: Bill & Pauline Hendley, 11101 17 St Dawson Creek Monday-Friday 10:30am-1:30pm 250-788-8177• 250-788-6902 Sunday Worship 10:30 am Kitchen: Email: newtouch@pris.ca; Tuesdays & Thursdays St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 11:00am-1:00pm Creekside Fellowship Church Sunday Service: 11am 1800 109 Ave, Dawson Creek, BC 250-782-3085 Jehovah’s Witnesses office@creeksidefellowship.ca stpauls58@pris.ca 901 Cornwall Cres, Dawson Creek 250-782-7487 • 644 105A Ave. www.creeksidefellowship.ca Dawson Creek 250-795-5210 DC Ministerial Association David Roch • 250-782-0150 davidphyllisroch@gmail.com 11501 17 St, Dawson Creek

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NOTICE OF PERMISSIVE EXEMPTION FOR PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTION BYLAW NO. 4570, 2023 Section 224 of the Community Charter provides that a Council may, by bylaw, exempt land or improvements or both that are owned or held by a charitable, philanthropic or other not for profit corporation and that Council considers are used for a purpose that is directly related to the purposes of the corporation. Notice is given under section 227 of the Community Charter that the Council of the City of Dawson Creek intends to consider, at its regular meeting on October 16, 2023, a bylaw exempting from property taxation for the year 2024 the land and improvements of the properties itemized below. *These amounts are based on 2023 Assessed Values and the proposed 2024 Municipal Tax Rate. Questions can be directed to Michelle Atkinson, Acting Chief Financial Officer in writing at P.O. Box 150, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4G4 or by phone at 250-784-3606. Total Estimated Municipal Property Tax* REGISTERED OWNER Campus Kids Daycare Society Dawson Creek Society for Community Living - Office - Single Dwelling Homes on 102 Ave - Opportunity Centre – Classes & Social Events - Canalta Residence – Group Home for 4 Disabled Residents Dawson Creek Native Housing Society Nawican Friendship Centre Nawican Friendship Centre (Nawican / Bergeron) Networks Ministries Dawson Creek South Peace Child Development Society South Peace Community Resource Society - Group Home for 5 Disabled Residents - Group Home for Disabled Adults - Reconnect Youth Program Building - Office South Peace Health Services Society Governing Council Salvation Army in Canada (Food Bank) Governing Council Salvation Army in Canada (Thrift Store) Dawson Creek Athletic Association - Golf Course - Golf Course - Clubhouse & Golf Shop South Peace Historical Society (NAR Park Station) South Peace Senior Citizen’s Association (Recreation Hall) BC Society for Prev Cruelty to Animals The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek - Lessee: South Peace Motor Sports Association, track - Lessee: South Peace Motor Sports Association, track - Lessee: South Peace Motor Sports Association, track - Lessee: South Peace Motor Sports Association, track The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek (Lessee: The Dawson Creek Curling Club) The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek (Lessee: Kiwanis Arts Centre Society) The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek (Lessee: South Peace Mile 0 Park Society) The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek (Lessee: South Peace Mile 0 Park Society) The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek (Lessee: Peace Country Roots Group) The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek (Lessee: South Peace Art Society) The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek (Lessee: Dawson Creek Community Garden Society) The Corporation of the City of Dawson Creek (Lessee: Dawson Creek & District Stables & Arena Association) Anglican Synod Diocese of Caledonia Canadian Baptists of Western Canada Christian & Missionary Alliance Canadian Pacific District Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Church of the Nazarene Canadian Pacific District Dawson Creek Community Church and Missionary Society General Church of the New Jerusalem in Dawson Creek, British Columbia Governing Council of Salvation Army Canada Grace Lutheran Church of Dawson Church Grandview Chapel Grandview Chapel - vacant lot New Beginnings Baptist Church Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada Roman Catholic Episcopal Corp of Prince Rupert Trustees of the New St. James Presbyterian Church St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Congregation Seventh-Day Adventist Church BC Conference Trustees of the Willowbrook Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses Apostolic Lighthouse Tabernacle

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A4 The Dawson Creek Mirror •October 12, 2028

2023 World Religions Conference brings discussion to DC Rob Brown Managing Editor The 2023 World Religions Conference in Dawson Creek last Monday, Sept. 25 brought diverse perspectives and POV from around the world - right to Mile Zero. Speakers Stan Fraser, Gregg Apolonio, Marylin Carrol and Imam Hanan Ahmer Brought thought on perspectives of resilience and mental health from their experiences in faith – the sixth annual incarnation of the event. With the theme 2023 - Faith and Well-Being: Nurturing Mental Health & Resilience and being co-ordinated by the Ahmadiyya Muslim organization based out of Calgary. Fraser spoke to and unfolded some of the First Nations trauma. “It is about finding purpose,” he said reflecting on aboriginal traditions such as the pipe, drum and sweat lodges, and the importance of talking charge of personal and community mental health.

“Our culture is the foundation.” Apolonio agreed, saying faith plays a role of navigator in many lives. “Sometimes it is the group or church first you can join, this gets you welcoming and with others to interact and seeing the power of community already there.” Rev. Marylin Carrol, a long-time

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Ahmer added the Prophet Muhammed says people are not alone. “There are many uplifting messages in the Quran. Lessons in fighting hardship through bravery and finding the courage to not lose hope.” Samiullah Zafar noted after the after, that it was great to have and hear all the different perspectives on the topic right here in Dawson Creek. Top Councillor Kyle MacDonald brings greetings from theCity of Dawson Creek. editor@dcdn.ca

“It is important to know it is okay; not to be okay.” Imam Hanan Ahmer brought perspectives and thoughts on resilience from the Islamic perspective - noting all scripture teachings are compliment to professional help. “When it comes to anxiety and restlessness, (there is) comfort in Allah and the reasoning of love of God,” he said.

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Impaired driver call bags boatload of drugs, guns, cash Talk about an afternoon delight for RCMP. On October 1, RCMP responded to a report of an impaired driver. Upon finding the vehicle in a parking lot, Grande Prairie RCMP located what appears to be 328 grams of cocaine, 240.4 grams of crystal methamphetamine, 378.7 grams of fentanyl. Ammunition, knives, approx.. $5,800 in cash and other drug trafficking paraphernalia was recovered.

36-year-old Brock Gooler and 33-year-old Cassandra Ouellette, both of Grande Prairie have been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and more. Gooler was remanded into custody and expected to appear today in Alberta Court of Justice in Grande Prairie today Oct. 4, while Ouellette was released and will appear later in the month Oct. 23. editor@dcdn.ca

Dawson Creek to host ‘AAA’ Girls Volleyball Provincial Championships from the front “We anticipate requiring approximately 150 volunteers to fill an assortment of roles, from working the gate to keeping score to setting up courts in the arena. We are grateful to DCSS for providing student volunteers for numerous roles as well as administrative support and player of the game prizes.: In addition, the tournament is anticipated to cost in excess of $50,000. As our city does not have gym facilities with adequate roof height and seating, we were required to rent a larger venue. The City of Dawson Creek has agreed to allow the eventto

utilize the Memorial Arena, but it comes at a significant cost. There is specialized flooring to be installed over top of the ice, glass removal, and sport courts to be rented and shipped to Dawson Creek, all of which are costly. “We are graciously accepting sponsorship from local businesses who would like to support the event,” she says. For any person wishing to volunteer or sponsor the event, we ask that you contact Terri Spencer, Tournament Director, at ter_matt@live.com.

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Hospital donation really socks it to them Donna, Judy and Fern happily presented the CUBmama birthing chair to the maternity ward at Dawson Creek and District Hospital. Monies were raised through the recent Sock it Away campaign which collected the community’s change in socks! Organizers note the community’s generous donations totalled $3,500. editor@dcdn.ca

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Recommended reads for you: Outgoing Manitoba Premier Heather Stefanson wins Winnipeg seat in election Fall sitting starts for B.C. legislature with four official parties B.C.’s next provincial election is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024. Bernier was elected first elected MLA for Peace River South in 2013, 2017, and 2020. Mike is currently the Shadow Minister for Forests. Davies was elected MLA for Peace River North in 2017, and re-elected in 2020. He currently

serves as Shadow Minister for Social Development and Poverty Reduction. In the past, Davies has served as Minister of Education, and as Parliamentary Secretary for Energy Literacy and the Environment for the Minister of Environment. He has also served on the Cabinet Committee on Strong Economy. B.C.’s next election in October 2024 will be the first general election conducted under the modernized Election Act. New technology will be used to administer the election. The changes include using electronic tabulators to count paper ballots and laptops to look up voters and cross them off the voters list.

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Angèle Heinrichs, owner/ operator of Angèle’s Drafting & Design based in Fort St. John, is the new president of the Canadian Home Builders Association of Northern BC. Heinrichs is also a member of the provincial CHBA Technical Research and Step Code Council Committees. Shay Bulmer, the owner of Northern Homecraft based in Vanderhoof, takes on the role of past president. He also lends his time and expertise as a member of the CHBA-BC board of directors and the government relations committee. The rest of the 2023-2024 board of directors are:

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Social media safety tips from the RCMP RCMP have issued safety tips for the community regarding the use of social media, in the same way they issue safety tips for distracted driving and fraud. “We spend a lot of time in schools speaking with children and youth about social media,” states Constable Mireille Haunts, Community Policing Officer. “We start with the grade three students, talking about general online safety and privacy. As the students get older, we start talking about topics like sexting

and sextortion, cyberbullying, and even human trafficking. It’s important that students learn about the potential risks involved when they are using social media.” Keep personal details shared online or in chats to a minimum. Remember everything online is instant, public, and permanent. Use the grandma rule: if you wouldn’t say it to grandma, don’t say it online. Set the platform’s privacy settings to limit the information

you broadcast on social media. Parents are also encouraged by the RCMP to talk with their children and youth about social media, while confirming what social media platforms they are currently using and making sure you are comfortable with them sharing information that way. Discussions should be had regarding what to do if they see or have done something that makes them feel uncomfortable.

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The Drive Relative to Conditions campaign As temperatures begin to drop throughout the North Peace, the BC Highway Patrol reminds motorists in British Columbia to start preparing for the winter months. Autumn brings many changes as the days grow shorter and the leaves change colours, which reminds us that the winter’s cold is fast approaching, and vehicle preparations should be made such as appropriate tire maintenance.

Readers should also adapt their driving habits to accommodate slippery conditions such as frost, ice, and snow according to the BC Highway Patrol. Being prepared for the winter months in autumn can mitigate the risks for yourself and others on the road, by embracing the seasonal cycle with preparedness and foresight. Winter tires are recommended for the entire province, and are required between October 1 and April 30. “It is important to have winter tires, especially with

you can be seen from behind. Give yourself extra time to get to your destination while being mindful of slippery conditions at all times. Motorists are reminded to be extra vigilant of pedestrians and cyclists who can be unpredictable and not always clearly visible.

An autumn vehicle and driving habit preparedness checklist has been put together by the BC Highway Patrol to assist you: Have your vehicle serviced by a maintenance shop, making sure all your lights, signals, and brake lights are fully functional. Thoroughly clean your vehicle inside and out while considering the application of water repellent products to exterior glass. Replace old and dried windshield wipers, especially important for areas that receive a lot of wet snow and rain. Change your summer tires for winter ones, which will have a snowflake embossed on the sidewall. Mud and snow tires (M&S) are acceptable, however winter tires are suggested. Check the condition of your tires to make sure they are properly inflated and that they have sufficient tread depth. Clear all windows of fog, ice, and snow before heading out on the road. using the vehicles air conditioning and maintaining a comfortable temperature to prevent the windows from fogging up. Slowing down and avoid using the vehicles cruise control on slippery road surface. Driving under or adhering to the posted speed limit, especially in variable speed zones where speeds can change as the conditions deteriorate. Making sure the headlights are in the ON position, which ensures the taillights are on and

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appearance. 3. Increased Thirst and Urination: Excessive thirst and excessive urination are common signs. 4. Laminitis: PPID horses are more prone to laminitis, a painful condition that can result in the coffin bone within the hoof rotating towards the ground causing varying grades of lameness. This condition is serious may need to be managed simultaneously by your farrier and veterinarian. Early detection of PPID is crucial. If you notice any of these signs, consult your veterinarian for a thorough examination. Diagnosis involves blood tests to measure ACTH levels, enabling appropriate management through medication and dietary adjustments. Treatment of PPID involves both a combination of medication, called Pergolide, dietary adjustments to reduce weight and sugar intake and regular exercise.

Equine Metabolic Disease (EMD) EMD is often caused by obesity, where excess body fat leads to insulin resistance. Horses who develop EMD are often middle aged, however certain breeds are more predisposed, such as ponies, morgans, and Arabians, however, almost any breed can develop this. Recognizable signs include: 1. Obesity: Overweight horses, especially those with fat accumulation in specific areas like the crest of the neck, are at higher risk. 2. Laminitis: Just like PPID, horses with EMD are also susceptible to laminitis, which can be recurrent and severe. 3. Abnormal Fat Deposits: Unusual fat deposits, like fatty crests in the neck and fat around the tailhead, are common indicators. Talk to your veterinarian if you are concerned about EMD in your horse. Steps to diagnosis of EMD may include performing a physical exam, running a fasting blood insulin level, or monitoring clinically through lameness scores and performing xrays of the feet.

Management of EMD primarily focuses on weight control and dietary modifications. Regular exercise and a low-sugar, low-starch diet is crucial. Monitoring blood glucose and insulin levels can aid in managing the condition effectively. Prevention and Care 1. Regular Veterinary Check-ups: Schedule routine check-ups, especially for older horses, to detect early signs of PPID and EMD. 2. Balanced Nutrition: Provide a balanced diet tailored to your horse’s specific needs, considering age, activity level, and health condition. 3. Exercise: Regular exercise not only helps maintain a healthy weight but also promotes overall well-being. 4. Dental Care: Proper dental care ensures efficient chewing and digestion, contributing to overall health. 5. Environment: Create a low-stress environment, as stress can exacerbate symptoms of both PPID and EMD. Diagnosing EMD may include measuring insulin levels in a fasting blood sample, glucose tolerance testing and/or monitoring for laminitis and clinical signs. Managing EMD includes strict dietary control with low-carbohydrate forage and limited access to lush pasture as well as weight management through exercise and dietary adjustments. Medications, such as metformin (decreases glucose in the blood) or occasionally levothyroxine will be used to increase the horse’s metabolism in horses where dietary management isn’t enough to cause weight loss. Throughout treatment and weight loss your vet may recommend monitoring insulin levels and clinical signs. In conclusion, Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction and Equine Metabolic Disease are two prevalent conditions that can affect horses. Early recognition, diet, exercise, and preventive measures are vital to ensuring your horse’s health and longevity. Horse owners should work closely with their veterinarians to develop individualized care plans for affected horses, thus providing the best possible quality of life for their equine companions.

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