Coast Mountain News Thursday, August 29, 2013 A1 BY CAITLIN THOMPSON Community members received a mail-out last weekend from the United Church Health Services Society (UCHSS) detail- ing the termination of their affili- ation agreement with Vancouver Coastal Health. The transfer of all programs and services from UCHSS to VCH will be complete by June 2014. Although VCH’s present agree- ment with the United Church dates back to 2001, the United Church has provided health care on B.C.’s central coast for 124 years. For the first 60 years it was largely funded by the church. In 1889, Dr. Albert Bolton traveled by boat throughout the Central Coast offering medicine and sur- geries. He started the first hospital in River’s Inlet, and in 1902 a new seven-bed hospital was built in Bella Bella. In 1927, the embattled Bella Coola Hospital Board asked The United Church of Canada to take over its operations. Fast-forward to the 1990s, when local hospital boards were fighting to keep local, community control of health. In 2001 the province proposed streamlining administration into ‘super-boards,’ and the denomi- national facilities, which included the United Church hospitals, managed to retain local, com- munity control with their own hospital boards in affiliation with a health authority. Although the United Church was once responsible for 32 hos- pitals in isolated locations across Canada, this latest termination will see United Church hospitals reduced to just two: Hazelton, B.C., and Lamont, Alberta. While UCHSS Board Chair Lynn Nelson is saddened to see the agreement end, she is also very proud of the work that the United Church has done on behalf of the people of the Central Coast. “The United Church has a long-time, significant relation- ship with the communities of the Central Coast,” said Nelson. “The patients we serve are our neigh- bours, friends, colleagues, and family, and yet we maintain an impeccable record of confidenti- ality and professionalism.” “Our team initiated programs for the recruitment and retention of rural physicians and other staff 40 years ago – far ahead of other health institutions in Canada,” Nelson continued. “Our most valuable contribution has been employing such a gifted, commit- ted team of care professionals, over such a significant history – from before the flu of 1918, to after the 1980s AIDS crisis. We are very proud of our record of offer- ing our communities world-class health care, in a rural, isolated setting.” VCH did not consult directly with the community before the decision, but its executives and staff did meet with Bella Coola General Hospital Council, staff, physicians, and the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council earlier in August to begin the transition in Bella Coola and Bella Bella. VCH claims that the reason for the termination is to provide better governance and services to the two hospitals on the Central Coast. Chum salmon returns have been plentiful in Bella Coola this year Vancouver Coastal Health ends agreement with United Church Health Services $1.00 + GST Vol. 29 | No. 18 Thursday, August 29, 2013 Serving the Bella Coola Valley and the Chilcotin RCMP Summer Student enjoys hometown post. Page 3 SEE THE UNITED ON PAGE 3 CoastMountainNews.com (Michael Wigle photo)
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Coast Mountain News Thursday, August 29, 2013 A1
BY CAITLIN THOMPSONCommunity members
received a mail-out last weekend from the United Church Health Services Society (UCHSS) detail-ing the termination of their affili-ation agreement with Vancouver Coastal Health. The transfer of all programs and services from UCHSS to VCH will be complete by June 2014.
Although VCH’s present agree-ment with the United Church dates back to 2001, the United Church has provided health care on B.C.’s central coast for 124 years. For the first 60 years it was largely funded by the church. In 1889, Dr. Albert Bolton traveled
by boat throughout the Central Coast offering medicine and sur-geries. He started the first hospital in River’s Inlet, and in 1902 a new seven-bed hospital was built in Bella Bella.
In 1927, the embattled Bella Coola Hospital Board asked The United Church of Canada to take over its operations. Fast-forward to the 1990s, when local hospital boards were fighting to keep local, community control of health. In 2001 the province proposed streamlining administration into ‘super-boards,’ and the denomi-national facilities, which included the United Church hospitals, managed to retain local, com-
munity control with their own hospital boards in affiliation with a health authority.
Although the United Church was once responsible for 32 hos-pitals in isolated locations across Canada, this latest termination will see United Church hospitals reduced to just two: Hazelton, B.C., and Lamont, Alberta.
While UCHSS Board Chair Lynn Nelson is saddened to see the agreement end, she is also very proud of the work that the United Church has done on behalf of the people of the Central Coast.
“The United Church has a long-time, significant relation-
ship with the communities of the Central Coast,” said Nelson. “The patients we serve are our neigh-bours, friends, colleagues, and family, and yet we maintain an impeccable record of confidenti-ality and professionalism.”
“Our team initiated programs for the recruitment and retention of rural physicians and other staff 40 years ago – far ahead of other health institutions in Canada,” Nelson continued. “Our most valuable contribution has been employing such a gifted, commit-ted team of care professionals, over such a significant history – from before the flu of 1918, to after the 1980s AIDS crisis. We are
very proud of our record of offer-ing our communities world-class health care, in a rural, isolated setting.”
VCH did not consult directly with the community before the decision, but its executives and staff did meet with Bella Coola General Hospital Council, staff, physicians, and the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council earlier in August to begin the transition in Bella Coola and Bella Bella.
VCH claims that the reason for the termination is to provide better governance and services to the two hospitals on the Central Coast.
Serving the Bella Coola Valleyand the Chilcotin
Chum salmon returns have been plentiful in Bella Coola this year
Vancouver Coastal Health ends agreement with United Church Health Services
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A2 Coast Mountain News Thursday, August 29, 2013 COAST MOUNTAIN NEWS COMMUNITY PAGE
Bella CoolaMedical Clinic
CHANGE IN CLINIC HOURSEffective Tuesday September 3, 2013 the Bella Coola Medical Clinic will be open Monday through Friday from
12 noon to 4:50 pm
Phone hours will be from 9:00 - 11:00am and 12 noon - 4:30pm
STEPPIN’ OUT WEST DANCE ACADEMY
Dance Classes Starting early SeptemberTAP JAZZ ACRO BALLET
To register or for informationemail Marie Jones at
Distance Learning through West Coast Adventist School
Principal Rebecca Landry
799-5910
Services of theUnited Church
of Canada
Augsburg ChurchHwy. 20
HagensborgSunday:
Regular Services &Sunday School
10:30am
Emmanuel Church
Bella CoolaSunday Service
7pm
Minister Cynthia Breadner
Everyone Welcome
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Sir Alexander Mackenzie School Supply List
Absolutely vital supplies:Regular calculator in Grades 8 and 9Graphing calculator in Grades 10-12 All students need non-marking gym shoes to participate in PE in the new gym!
9 packages loose-leaf paper (lined)package page dividers1+ binder10 packages of HB pencils – good quality only – with names on pencils2 glue sticks (no bottle glue)2 bottles liquid paper1 ruler (plastic or wooden, no metal edges)2 erasers10 pens (blue or black)2 red pens1 pencil case or box1 set pencil crayons1 set coloured felt markers1 geometry set3 pair scissors4 highlighter pens1 water bottle
Grades 6 & 7
Grade 8 – 12Michael KidstonBC Land Surveyor
Will be in Bella Coola September 3 - 6.
If you need surveying done please call (250)395-6025 and leave a message.
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“We want to thank the United Church Health Services Society for their work and partnership,” said Anna Marie D’Angelo, Senior Media Relations Officer with VCH. “However, this transition is nec-essary for simplifying governance within the region.”
Dr. Patricia Daly, Chief Medical Health Officer with VCH, maintains that present services will be main-tained and improved, and all UCHSS staff will see their contracts transferred to VCH, with no reductions in staffing. “The services will stay the same and we expect they will improve,” said Dr. Daly. “This transition will allow us to access more expertise from the VCH region, which may result in more visits from specialists and other VCH staff.” Daly also confirmed that services such
as Mental Health’s popular TeleHealth service and the Express Tickets would remain unchanged.
Nelson says she understands VCH’s need to streamline operations and sup-ports their intention to listen to the com-munities, but also feels that the valuable role the UCHSS played in advocating for the community cannot be underestimated.
“It is our deepest hope that the transi-tion from UCHSS to VCH is a smooth and positive experience for Bella Bella and Bella Coola. We understand that VCH is wanting to involve the com-munity in the planning and delivery of health services in a very real way,” said Nelson. “UCHSS will no lon-ger be in Bella Bella and Bella Coola, but The United Church of Canada will continue to advocate for these communities – and
for just and equi-table health care for all Canadians.”
Dr. Daly says she understands com-munity concern over the loss of the UCHSS advocacy role, but says that VCH is committed to community engage-ment, and that the process of community engagement is set to begin this fall.
“VCH does man-age a number of other rural areas, so we do understand the unique challenges of deliver-ing services in remote locations,” she said. “However, we are com-mitted to a community consultation process with Bella Coola and Bella Bella to get a better sense of what’s working and what needs to be improved.” Another key factor in the termination of the agreement with the UCHSS is the growing role of the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA). The FNHA was established in
2007 and works with B.C. First Nations, government partners, and others to improve health outcomes for B.C. aboriginals.
Mandated by a number of health agreements and direc-tion given by B.C. First Nations leadership, the FNHA will soon be responsible for steering the healthcare delivery of First Nations people in B.C. “I cannot com-ment directly on the role of the FNHA, but VCH does have a part-
nership accord with the FNHA to improve the health of aborigi-nal people within our region,” Dr. Daly con-firmed. “There is some overlap in services, and VCH is still responsible for much of the health-care services utilized by First Nations peo-ple, but the important thing about the FNHA is that it gives First Nations people control over their healthcare resources.”
The FNHA, which will take over for
Health Canada as of October 1, will plan, design, manage, and fund the delivery of First Nations health programs and services in B.C. These commu-nity-based services are largely focused on health promotion and disease prevention.
While specifics of the new system are not yet concrete, the point is that - for the first time in Canada - First Nations people will design and deliver their own healthcare
which is set to their standards and aimed at addressing their objec-tives.
Doug Kelly, grand chief of B.C.’s Sto:lo Tribal Council also chairs the First Nations Health Council, which advocates for the FNHA. He said the FNHA will do a better job of ensuring that proper health care is delivered to B.C. aboriginals, about 60,000 of whom live on reserves. “You’ve got a service model that will change over time,” Kelly said. “Under the present system, ser-vices are not delivered effectively and consis-tently at a high stan-dard to First Nations. I’m proud of the work we’re doing. We’re leading the way.”
Locally, VCH is expected to begin community consul-tation this fall. The Coast Mountain News will continue to pro-vide updates as they become available.
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61st Annual Bella Coola Fall Fair
Fair Books and Entry Forms are available at the Farmer’s Market (Sunday’s 10am - 1pm) or anytime at Homestead Accommodations in Bella Coola
Raffle tickets will be for sale on Fair Day or you may see us around town selling them
Sunday, September 8, 2013
Deadline for Entry Forms - Tuesday, September 3 - Lobelco Hall - 12pm - 5pmor mail forms and payment to: Bella Coola Fall Fair Association
Box 157, Bella Coola, V0T 1C0
Friday, September 6 - Drop off exhibits between 5 - 7pm at Lobelco Hall
Saturday, September 7 - Judging of Exhibits takes place - Dog Show is cancelled
Sunday, September 8 - FAIR DAY
11:30 am - Line up for parade on North Grant RdMASQUERADE THEME
12 noon - Parade and opening of Fair1pm - Logger Sports begin
4pm - Announcement of Raffle Winners
1967 Fall Fair Queen Marilyn Kosmonek Pierre Trudeau at the 1970 Fall Fair with Dorothy Mecham
Come out to support the 61st Bella Coola Fall Fair!
Questions? Call Sherri at 250-799-5518
Photos from the Bella Coola Museum
The United Church has provided health care for 124 years
The United Church has been providing health care services in Bella Coola since 1927 (Bella Coola Museum photo)
A4 Coast Mountain News Thursday, August 29, 2013
Like many aspiring police officers before him, Robert (Robbie) Dean Edgar-Morton knew from a young age that he wanted to pursue a career in the RCMP.
“I grew up knowing that I wanted to be an RCMP officer,” he says. “It’s not really explain-able, it’s just some-thing I have known since I was young.”
Morton is a very familiar face to the residents of Bella Coola. Having been born and raised here, the 21 year-old recent-ly completed three years of schooling in Criminology and Law Enforcement at the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology in prep-aration of his applica-tion to the RCMP.
Morton returned
to Bella Coola for the summer to partici-pate in the Aboriginal Pre-Cadet Training Program (APTC). The program offers Canadian Aboriginal peoples aged 19 – 29 the opportunity to experience daily police work with the RCMP.
Morton attended a three-week train-ing session at the RCMP Academy (Depot) in Regina, Saskatchewan, which included collaborative problem-solving skills, law enforcement techniques, public speaking and cultural diversity.
Elements of physi-cal fitness and drill are incorporated into the training, which pro-mote teamwork and provide candidates
with long-term strate-gies to meet their per-sonal fitness goals.
After successful completion of the APTP course, candi-dates are posted to an RCMP detachment in or near their home community (Bella Coola in Morton’s case) where they work with police offi-cers. Activities and duties depend on the need of the detach-ment but include crime prevention and community policing initiatives.
Morton has fully enjoyed working at the office in Bella Coola, and was greet-ed with a very posi-tive reaction from his home community.
“The commu-nity has been really supportive,” said
Morton. “But it did give everyone a shock when they saw me in uniform for the first time!”
After nearly three months of shadowing various constables in the Bella Coola office, Morton is ready to set his sights on his
application to become a full-time member of the RCMP.
“This has been a great start to my chosen career,” said Morton.
“Now I’m going to focus on becoming a full-time member of the RCMP.”
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Bella Coola Fall Fair Logger Sports
1:00 pm Sunday, September 8, 2013
Men’s and Ladies’ events(No experience necessary to participate.
Must be 19 years or older.)
Choker Race Nail Driving2 Man Cross Cut Firewood ChopObstacle Buck Axe Throw Horizontal Axe ChopSpeed Buck (bring own high powered saw)Tug-of-War (8 person teams, no caulks or cleats)
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Enjoy the 2013 Bella Coola Fall Fair!
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RCMP student enjoying hometown post
Robbie Morton is taking part in RCMP work experience.
Open House held to discuss local electoral area restructuringKEN DUNSWORTH
There was a public open house meeting held at the Lobelco Community Hall at 7:00 pm August 21, 2013 facilitated by Ken Dunsworth. The meeting was not a gripe session with respect to the Central Coast Regional District (CCRD), or about any proposals regarding local gover-nance, or options for electoral area re-struc-turing of the CCRD. The meeting was about having a say, as a community, regard-ing the evaluation of all logical and viable options of any local governance model or electoral area re-struc-turing ideas individu-als or the Province may be working on or towards.
The meeting focused on under-standing the infor-mation regarding re-structuring; about having community input; and the for-mation of a working
group (proposed five individuals) to work on behalf of the com-munity to: 1) carry out discussions and com-munications with the Province, individuals proposing re-struc-turing and an inde-pendent professional re-structuring consul-tant when appointed by the Province, 2) communicate back to the community via newsletters, and 3) to hold several public meetings regarding its investigations, find-ings and discussions regarding the best options for a gover-nance model.
In 1993/94 the Central Coast Regional District (CCRD) commis-sioned a re-structure study by the Province. A report was pro-duced by Municipal Management Services in February 1994.
The report indi-cated, among other things: “The geo-physical area of the CCRD is relatively rich in resources,
poor in assessment base, well-endowed in tourism potential, sparse in population base, low in employ-ment opportunity, relatively favoured in access to senior gov-ernment programs, reasonably equipped with education and medical facilities and services, challenges with native/non-native jurisdictional issues – and relatively remote in provincial context. Much of what happens in the geo-physical area of the CCRD is dictated by what happens out-side the geophysical area of the CCRD – by markets, by senior government fund-ing, by the economy, and by other factors. The CCRD’s ability to deal with the “outside greater community” is closely related to how well it can coordinate its own resources (people, tax dollars, services, etc.) locally”.
The Province in a communication dated November 14, 2012 to
the CCRD board stat-ed: “they will enter-tain the options for such a study after the administrative issues have been solidified and a new, permanent Chief Administrative Officer is in place”. The Chief Administrative Officer is now in place and various folks have been working on and proposing different governance models and ideas to the Province and CCRD board. The CCRD board has been in contact with the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development in this regard.
The Restructuring process follows a Provincial Guide entitled: Managing Changes to Local Government Structure in British Columbia: a Review and Program Guide. The guide has a mandate, and any Working Group Terms of Reference (TOR) and the process are described in the pro-
gram guide. Ken in his pre-
sentation, however outlines that “we as a community may wish to include these additional items in the TOR: to enter into and continue discussions, and to carry out con-sultations regarding CCRD re-structuring and to keep the resi-dents informed by: issuing brief monthly community news let-ters; and, reporting back to the residents by holding several public meetings prior to acceptance any report and analysis of the Re-Structuring Study Consultant.
The public turnout was poor and the folks that attended sug-gested that a further public meeting should be held on October 1, 2013. A small working group was formed to assist with preparing a further public meet-ing in October. Stay tuned for the time and place on October 1
regarding this public meeting.
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The Bella Coola Valley Sustainable Agricultural Society would like to com-pliment the Central Coast Regional District for joining 50 other coastal municipalities in declaring itself a genetically engineered (GE) free zone! The resolution was made in April at the annual general meeting and convention held by the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities (AVICC).
What does it mean? Ultimately, the state-ment suggests that the Bella Coola Valley supports a long-term food security plan. Cross-pollination from GE plants to the plants we know and depend on will cause unpre-dictable and irrevers-ible changes in DNA. New animals are being made and cross-breed-ing could jeopardize the strength and diver-sity in natural lineages. Particularly, this would be a marketability con-cern for farmers who are proud to say that their product is natural and organic.
What’s wrong with genetically modified organisms (GMO’s)? Studies conducting experiments of feeding GMO foods to mice result in the findings of increased allergies, infertility and stomach ulcerations, to name a few.
There has yet to be a proper study com-pleted on the effects on humans but since the introduction of GMO’s in 1996, chronic disor-ders, immune system dysfuntion, autism and allergies amongst people have clearly increased.
Why create GMO’s in the first place? Most GMO plants are made to tolerate specific chemical herbicides and pesticides such as Monsanto’s prod-uct, RoundUp, which has been linked to sterility, cancer, hor-monal disruption and birth defects. The “EnviroPig” uses DNA from mice to reduce phosphorus in the feces; the GM Apple “will not brown”; Chinook Salmon spliced with Eel will grow twice as fast;
and GM Alfalfa, well, is apparently totally unnecessary. The common denomina-tor is this: once the big companies create a new product, they can actually patent the DNA strain, own that “seed” and make users pay for it.
What are people doing about it? Europe just became the first to implement a con-tinental wide ban on insecticides as a result of increasing evidence suggesting that neo-nicotinoids, widely used on GE crops, are linked to the decline of bees and other pollina-
tors. Countries such as Japan, Ireland and Saudi Arabia have bans on the cultivation of GE crops, 61 countries around the world have mandatory GE food labeling laws, including China and Russia, and many more countries have significant restric-tions and limitations on the distribution and experimentation with GE plants and animals. Canada grows four GE crops and five more are currently under review for consideration. We have no labeling laws, official bans or restric-tions on importation or distribution.
Although avoiding GE contamination is easier in a remote val-ley such as the Bella Coola, a narrow val-ley is at high risk for diseases to “go viral”. Neighbours down-stream or downwind could see cross-pol-lination and possible adverse effects on those irreplaceable and dependable climatized seeds that have been kept for years.
A regional com-mitment to keep our fields GE free is an essential foundation piece in food sover-eignty. Congratulations Central Coast!
The Food Bank in Bella Coola began many years ago with food provided by Colleen Nelson (Harrington) out of her home. Catherine Winning continued to provide help in start-ing the Christmas
hampers through the Community Support Society.
The Bella Coola Community Support Society, with a lot of work on Judith Hamilton’s part, was able to register with the Canadian Food
Banks and have more access to food. With the generous help of Hagensborg Mercantile’s “Toonie at the Till” program, donations from the local Co-op, food drives, CBC fund rais-ing, business and com-
munity donations, and the help of many volun-teers, the Community Support Society is able to provide some access to food through month-ly Food Banks.
This year we had help through indi-viduals completing
Community Service Hours. Many thanks go to Marietta Hans, who volunteers as our Food Bank co-coordinator. The Society has month-ly Food Bank meetings to discuss registration, organizing volunteers, fund raising and other
issues related to operat-ing the Food Bank.
Each Food Bank needs a minimum of 10 individuals to set up and distribute the food monthly. The Community Support Society provides chari-table tax receipts to
anyone wishing to make a financial con-tribution to the local Food Bank. If you have an interest in the Food Bank please con-tact Marietta Hans at Elders Centre or Teresa McCausland at 250 799 5588.
Land Act:Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land
Take notice that Capacity Forest Management of Campbell River, BC on behalf of Kitasoo Forestry Limited Partnership intends to make application to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNR), North Island – Central Coast Dis-trict for a Temporary Permit for the purpose of Log Handling, file #1414099, situated on un-surveyed provincial crown land covered by water located in Nowish Inlet and Jackson Passage.For more information or to make written comments, please contact: Wesley Cutting of CFM at (250) 287-2120, [email protected], or Kathy Howard, MFLNRO, Lands Officer: (250) 956-5006, [email protected]. The review and comment period will last 30 days from August 15th, 2013. Comments will be re-ceived until September 15th, 2013. FLNR office may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Comments can also be posted at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp?PrimaryStatus=pendingPlease be sure to cite the Applicant’s name and the location of the proposed activity and File Number for reference.Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For infor-mation, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at FLNR office.
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
The CCRD is seeking Financial Audit Services for 2013-2017.Information packages may be obtained from the CCRD or can be found on the CCRD website at www.ccrd-bc.ca. Three (3) proposals (original plus 2 copies) should be placed in a sealed envelope marked “Financial Audit Services” and mailed or hand delivered to:
Central Coast Regional District626 Cliff St., Box 186
Bella Coola, British Columbia, V0T 1C0Proposals will be received on or before 3:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on Friday, September 27th, 2013. Proposals received after this date and time will not be considered. There will be no public opening for this RFP.This is not a tender and the CCRD reserves the right to accept or reject any or all RFP’s, to waive defects in any submitted documents, and to accept any offer which it may consider to be in the best interest of the CCRD. The CCRD is not respon-sible for any costs incurred by the Contractor. Enquiries may be directed to Donna Mikkelson, CFO, Chief Financial Officer at [email protected].
Enjoy the 61st AnnualBella Coola Fall Fair!
Bella Coola Air Ltd.(250) 982-2545
Congratulations to all the organizers & volunteers
Dr. Carolyn Walsh
VETERINARIANLarge and small animal veterinary services
For further information or to book an appointment call (250) 267 7654 OR email [email protected]
To reach me in Bella Coola call (250) 799 5922 or stop in and say hello!
Bella Coola Food Bank is looking for more volunteers
Bella CoolaRCMP ReportCpl. Dionne
Bella Coola RCMP file 2013-737: On August 26, 2013 a girls bicycle was found in Bella Coola and delivered to the RCMP Detachment, the owner of the bike can contact the detachment to claim the bike by correctly identifying it.
Bella Coola RCMP file 2013-724: On August 23, 2013 Bella Coola Detachment received a report of a hit and run to a blue Dodge Dakota pickup on the pas-
senger side. The damage
occurred at the front and rear passenger doors of the extend-ed cab truck. The incident may have occurred that day on Cliff Street.
If you have infor-mation regarding any of these inci-dents, please call Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222-8477 or the Bella Coola RCMP at 250 799-5363. Crime stoppers also sub-scribes to web tips at www.bccrimestop-pers.com
Bella Coola Ag Society pleased that CCRD declared GE free zone
A6 Coast Mountain News Thursday, August 29, 2013
Files From CBC News
More than 400 people showed up Monday at the first day of public hearings into Taseko’s proposed $1-billion open pit gold and copper mine near Williams Lake, B.C.Taseko says the New Prosperity proj-
ect will create about 700 direct jobs and produce $10 billion in revenue for the federal and provincial govern-ments over its 20-year lifetime.
Williams Lake busi-ness owner Lorne Doerksen says the mine would be a huge benefit to B.C.’s Cariboo region.
“That amount of money coming into this community could really help,” he said. “It’s been a tough time in our town for a num-ber of years. It’s sort of rebounding a little bit now ... The for-est industry has gone through a real tough cycle. They are com-ing out of it, but we still see a community shrinking.”
Ervin Charleyboy, a former chief of the Alexis Creek First Nation, attended the hearing with a blue scarf draped around his neck — a symbol worn by those who support the New Prosperity mine.
Charleyboy didn’t always support the project, but now believes the mine is desperately needed to bring jobs to the region. “I see my young people living from welfare cheque to welfare cheque every month,” he said. “We’ve got nothing out there. After logging, we will have nothing.”
Meanwhile, those opposed to the project waved signs bearing slogans like, “Our lakes are worth more than gold.”
Xeni Gwet’in coun-cillor Marilyn Baptiste believes the mine will have devastating con-sequences for the local environment. “It’s very angering to our peo-ple,” she said. “Why do we have to go back and review another proposal?”
Taseko provided an overview of the project on the first day of hearings, including new plans to move the project’s tailings pond so Fish Lake
can be preserved. The company had initially proposed to drain Fish Lake in an earlier application rejected by the federal government in 2010. The project would be located about 125 kilo-metres southwest of Williams Lake.
The hearings are scheduled to continue until mid-August. Public hearings for a controversial open pit gold and copper mine near Williams Lake are wrapping up this week.
The federal gov-ernment is review-ing Taseko’s New Prosperity mine pro-posal for the second time. Ottawa rejected the project in 2010 over concerns the mine would destroy nearby Fish Lake.
The new proposal will no longer turn the lake into a tailings pond.
But UBC fisher-ies professor John Stockner told the panel the mine will
destroy a large portion of the lake’s wetlands, ultimately killing the fish.
“Fairly soon, the impact will roughly destroy 40 to 50 per cent of the wetlands that drain into the sys-tem, and its productiv-ity is completely based upon on what hap-pens in its drainage,” he said. “The amount of organic produc-tion in the lake will settle to the bottom, and the fish — within a decade, maybe two — will be asphyxiated one cold, February night. The oxygen will be depleted, and fish, like us, require oxy-gen.”
The panel also heard from project proponents, who maintain there will be a minimal impact to the environment. Supporters also spoke about the project’s economic benefits. Taseko claims the mine will create about 700 direct jobs, and $10 billion in rev-enue over the mine’s 20-year life span. “We need this mine,” said John Meech, professor of mining engineering at UBC. “It’s one of the top 10 copper-gold ore bodies in the world. And the question isn’t should we mine, but when will we mine?”
The final commu-nity hearing is today in Dog Creek. Final remarks are on Friday in Williams Lake. The federal government is expected to make a decision on the project some time this year.
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George’s Bus:1) Townsite Gr. 6-12 to SAMSS: First pick-up at 8:00 am Emmanuel United Church and Hospital Residence, and Gr. 6-12 from Grant Road to SAMSS2) 4-Mile all four stops Gr. 6-12 to SAMSS:First pick-up at 8:30 am Leonard’s Bus:1) End of Saloompt Road to Currie’s to SAMSS and BCE: First pick-up 8:22 am at Brekke Road2) Pick-up at 4-Mile, all four stops at 8:40 am to BCEStephen’s Bus:1) Firvale including Smith subdivision and stops up to and including Allison Road: First pick-up 8:00 am in Firvale, and 8:18 am in Smith Subdivision2) Hagensborg, Lower Bella Coola to Grant Road to BCE: First pick-up 8:30 am at SAMSS
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AFTERNOON BUSES:George’s Bus:1) Depart SAMSS (Gr. 6-12) to Grant Rd and Townsite at 3:37 pm2) Depart SAMSS (Gr. 6-12) to 4-Mile at 4:15 pmLeonard’s Bus:1) Depart BCE to 4-Mile to SAMSS at 3:15 pm2) Depart SAMSS to Saloompt at 3:37 pmStephen’s Bus:1) Depart from BCE to Lower Bella Coola to SAMSS at 3:15 pm2) Depart from SAMSS to Allison Road East at 3:37 pm
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A sensible cannabis policy means decriminalization of possessionDr. PAul MArtiquet,Medical HealtH Officer
For many years in Canada and else-where, the default approach to mari-juana has been pro-hibition. That this has not worked well is beyond doubt and the time has come to find a better approach. The answer, according to the group SensibleBC, is to decriminalize simple possession of the drug and to redi-rect policing budgets to more effective pur-suits.
The reasons for decriminalizing pot possession are simple. First are the cost savings that will accrue as we spend less to charge and prosecute people for simple possession of cannabis. In BC, the number of possession charges has more than doubled since 2005 — we should spend scarce budget dol-lars more effectively. Public safety would be improved if police officers and resources were focussed on real crime instead of charging people with
possession.Thirdly, public
opinion shows that the vast majority of British Columbians agree that possession of cannabis should not lead to a criminal record; two-thirds support marijuana being legally taxed and regulated.
These views are consistent in all regions of the prov-ince and among voters for all parties.
Sensible BC is a group working to decriminalize the simple possession of cannabis in British Columbia through the Sensible Policing Act (sensiblebc.ca/the-sensible-policing-act/). The proposal would amend the Police Act to redi-rect all police in the province from taking any action in cases of simple cannabis possession by adults. This would apply to all RCMP and municipal police in BC.
Some may ques-tion the need for this change in legislation, but much of what we think about cannabis in BC is misconceived. Many people think that marijuana posses-sion is ‘basically legal’
in BC. Not true: BC has Canada’s highest rate of police reported incidents for simple possession of mari-juana and BC police spend about twice as much time and money as the national aver-age on dealing with marijuana possession. And the rate of pos-session charges in BC has been steadily increasing for years, as has the cost to
taxpayers. The taxpay-ers of BC spent $10.5 million last year, just paying for the police and court resources to detain and convict people for marijuana possession.
The need for the Sensible Policing Act is made all the clearer when we consider who is in favour of the change. We start with the Health Officers Council of BC who
state “It is our view that all psychoactive substances, includ-ing cannabis, alcohol, and tobacco should be regulated from a pub-lic health perspective.” More specifically, they support the direction of the proposed Act.
In addition to Public Health orga-nizations, support-ers include Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP),
four former BC Attorneys General. Even the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police finds cur-rent laws unworkable. In August 2013 at a national conven-tion in Winnipeg, the association asked for the power to hand out tickets for illegal possession of small amounts of marijuana.
SensibleBC is spearheading a refer-
endum initiative that starts September 9. The goal is to gather 400,000 signatures. If they accomplish this, there will be a referendum in 2014 to decriminalize marijuana possession. The group has until December 5, 2013 to gather the required signatures.
Dr. Paul Martiquet is the Medical Health
Officer for Bella Coola.
INITIATIVE PETITIONAn initiative to amend the Police Act
KNOW THE RULES
■ The Recall and Initiative Act allows registered voters to propose new laws or changes to existing laws.
■ On Monday, September 9, 2013, petition sheets for the initiative to amend the Police Act will be issued to the proponent, Dana Larsen.
■ The proponent has 90 days to collect signatures from at least 10% of the registered voters in each of the province’s 85 electoral districts. The petition must be returned to the Chief Electoral Officer by Monday, December 9, 2013.
■ To sign the initiative petition, a person must be a registered voter on September 9, 2013 and may sign the petition only for the electoral district in which they are currently registered.
■ A person may sign the initiative petition only once.
■ Only registered canvassers may collect signatures.
■ Initiative advertising may be conducted only by the proponent or a registered advertising sponsor.
If you plan to participate in the initiative campaign,it’s important that you know the rules.
Elections BC is a non-partisan Office of the Legislature responsible for the administration of the Election Act, Recall and Initiative Act, and conduct of referenda under the Referendum Act.
Bella Bella’s only school broken into, vandalizedThe small com-
munity of Bella Bella is in disbelief as to why someone would enter the community’s only school, and cause so much damage just days before school was to reopen, said RCMP Cst. Lesley Smith, North District media relations officer.
Smith said RCMP have confirmed that a lone male entered the school at approxi-mately 4 a.m. on Aug. 23 and once inside, the suspect went on a rampage and smashed TV’s, smart boards, computers, interior and exterior windows.
Paint was also
found dumped on the floors and computers.
“The damage sus-tained to the school was estimated at $100,000,” Smith said.
“The community is in shock and the chil-dren are visibly upset over this senseless act of violence.” The Bella Bella Community
school has been undergoing construc-tion (rebuilding) for the past year and was nearing completion.
The school houses grades kindergarten to grade 12 and has as many as 170 students and 56 staff members.
The investigation continues as police are
currently viewing the school’s video surveil-lance system in hopes of identifying the per-son responsible.
RCMP are asking anyone with infor-mation pertaining to this crime, to please contact the Bella Bella RCMP at (250) 957-2388.
The attack on the school occurred just weeks after a major fire on July 12 destroyed the local store and other businesses.
RCMP confirmed earlier that the July 12 structure fire was set by three young girls ages 13, 15 and 16, all from the commu-
nity who were arrested within hours of the initial fire.
RCMP and fire investigators will for-ward a report of their findings to the crown for their review, in order to determine whether charges against the girls are appropriate.
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Autumn marks a crucial time for fami-lies, especially for kids – back to school and the daily routine of class, extra-curricular activities and home-work.
To ease your child back into the school year, make learn-ing fun outside the classroom to keep their minds sharp. Tech expert, Amber Mac, the co-host of television show AppCentral, shares her tips for helping kids gear up for the school year ahead.
Read: Reading is fundamental to child-hood development. To make it interactive, replace the television with reading exercises in your child’s down-time.
For example, the LeapReader (by LeapFrog) is a new technology tool that helps children sound out words, read sen-tences and works with your child’s skill level to improve their read-ing and vocabulary. “Reading at home bolsters children’s imaginations, devel-ops their interests and above all, is the ideal complement to school studies,” says Amber Mac.
Challenge With Games: One of the key ways to make learning fun is to add an enter-tainment component. Games with an educa-tional foundation are an easy way to ensure your child is learn-ing while having fun. There are a number of kid-friendly tablets available, and one
of the favourites is also from LeapFrog, the new kid-tested, LeapPad Ultra. With over 800 download-able games, apps and videos for this device, your child will be able to tailor content to best suit their inter-ests.
Make It Personal: With the return to the classroom come new wardrobe additions and fresh supplies. Spark your child’s cre-ativity and encourage them to personalize. Whether it’s patches on a backpack, a keychain for their backpack they make themselves, or stickers to personalize their agenda, getting the creative juices flowing will give them a sense of accomplishment and allow them to express their unique
personalities.Schedule time for
Fun: Plan educational and fun activities/out-ings on the weekends. For instance, visit a museum one day, play a word associa-tion game the next, or head to a sports game. The key is to switch up the routine and still integrate learn-ing, while helping kids stay inspired and have fun.
Keeping kids engaged in learning activities outside of the classroom will ensure their minds are fresh and prepped for the school year ahead. Back to school is a special time for parents and children alike, so make the experience fun and keep the excitement and learning going throughout the year.
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Our sincere thanks to the Board of Directors and volunteers who year
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Campfires are now permitted within the Coastal Fire Centre
Effective at noon on August 26, 2013, the campfire ban in the Coastal Fire Centre was rescinded due to a decreased risk of wildfires. Campfires now will be permitted through-out the Coastal Fire Centre. The public is reminded that camp-fires cannot be larger than a half- metre high by a half-metre wide. Anyone who lights a campfire must have a hand tool (such as a shovel) or at least eight litres of water available to fully extinguish it. Never leave a campfire unat-tended and make sure that the ashes are completely cold to the touch before leaving the area.
Category Three open fires are permit-ted throughout the Coastal Fire Centre jurisdictional area. A Category Three open fire is a fire that burns material in piles larger than two metres high by three metres wide, windrows or grass over an area larger than 2,000 square metres. Any person lighting a Category Three open fire in the Coastal Fire Centre
must comply with burning regulations and must first obtain a burn registration number by calling 1 888 797-1717.
Small back-yard burning piles (Category Two) remain prohibited within the Coastal Fire Centre, except in Haida Gwaii and the area known as “the fog zone”. This includes: The burning of any material larger than a half-metre high by a half-metre wide and up to two metres tall by three metres wide; the burning of stubble or grass up to 0.2 hectares; fire-works, sky lanterns and burning barrels remain prohibited in the Coastal Fire Centre, except in Haida Gwaii and the area known as “the fog zone”.
Anyone found in violation of an open burning prohibition may be issued a ticket of up to $345 or, if convicted in court, be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced to one year in jail.
If the contravention causes a wildfire, the person may be subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 and ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs.
The Coastal Fire Centre covers all of the area west of the height of land on the Coast Mountain Range north of the U.S.-Canada border at Manning Park, includ-
ing Tweedsmuir South Provincial Park in the north, the Sunshine Coast, the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and Haida Gwaii.
The “fog zone” is two-kilometre wide strip on the outer coast of Vancouver Island, from Owen Point near Port Renfrew north to
the tip of Vancouver Island and wrapping back to the boundary of the District of Port Hardy.
The strip stretches inland two kilometres from the high tide point.
The open-burning prohibition covers all BC Parks, Crown lands and private lands, but does not apply within the boundaries of local governments that have forest fire pre-vention bylaws and are serviced by fire departments. Please check with local governments for any other restrictions before lighting a fire.
To report a wildfire, unattended campfire or non-compliant open burning, call 1 800 663-5555 toll-free or dial *5555 on a cell-phone. For the latest information on cur-rent wildfire activity, burning restrictions, road closures and air quality adviso-ries, visit the Wildfire Management Branch website: www.bcwild-fire.ca
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In addition to the Ministry of Transportation’s generos-ity, other BCGEU employees from various provincial minis-tries including the Corrections Branch, Client Services Branch,Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Forests and Range, Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, and the Integrated Land Management Bureau took part in the project, as did their union.Interior Roads, Dawson Construction, Triton Environmental and Binnie
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The Bella Coola Flood Restoration Committee was also able to organize two vol-unteer work crews that assisted
local householders in from mid October through November and December. The first group to arrive was a six-person crew from the Mennonite Disaster Service. Hosed at the Community Church in Hagensborg these men helped fourteen householders with cleanup and reconstruction during the nine days that they were in the valley.In mid-November volun-
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2010 for many Bella Coola residents
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A joint effort by numerous agencies resulted in an early Christmas for many victims of last fall’s tremendous flood. At the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure office in Williams Lake, Leanna Illinicki and Loreen Russell organized a project that substituted their usual staff gift exchange in favour of buying gifts for flood-affected families.
In addition to the Ministry of Transportation’s generos-ity, other BCGEU employees from various provincial minis-tries including the Corrections Branch, Client Services Branch,Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Forests and Range, Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, and the Integrated Land Management Bureau took part in the project, as did their union.Interior Roads, Dawson Construction, Triton Environmental and Binnie
Associates donated $4,000 to the Flood Relief Bank account to be used for firewood, furnace fuel and hay.Many people purchased specific items that families had indicated their children would appreciate including bikes, hel-mets, skates, board games and clothing.
Leanna loaded two pick-up trucks with the gifts and deliv-ered them to Bella Coola where volunteers used the Mormon Church Hall to organize and distribute them. Employees
at the Williams Lake hospital also sent gifts to the valley via Beeline Courier.Earlier that week Michel Bazille (CEO of the Bella Coola Hospital), and some of the hos-pital staff delivered gift blankets that had been donated to flood affected households, which had been donated by Vancouver Coastal Health employees in Vancouver.
The Bella Coola Flood Restoration Committee was also able to organize two vol-unteer work crews that assisted
local householders in from mid October through November and December. The first group to arrive was a six-person crew from the Mennonite Disaster Service. Hosed at the Community Church in Hagensborg these men helped fourteen householders with cleanup and reconstruction during the nine days that they were in the valley.In mid-November volun-
$1.00 + HSTVol. 27 | No. 1Thursday, January 6, 2011
Michael Wigle photo
An aerial shot of the Valley taken September 22, 2010 - this is perhaps the last picture before September's massive flood - certainly the defining moment of
2010 for many Bella Coola residents
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‘Operation Santa’ delivers some Christmas cheer to flood affected families
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A joint effort by numerous agencies resulted in an early Christmas for many victims of last fall’s tremendous flood. At the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure office in Williams Lake, Leanna Illinicki and Loreen Russell organized a project that substituted their usual staff gift exchange in favour of buying gifts for flood-affected families.
In addition to the Ministry of Transportation’s generos-ity, other BCGEU employees from various provincial minis-tries including the Corrections Branch, Client Services Branch,Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Forests and Range, Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, and the Integrated Land Management Bureau took part in the project, as did their union.Interior Roads, Dawson Construction, Triton Environmental and Binnie
Associates donated $4,000 to the Flood Relief Bank account to be used for firewood, furnace fuel and hay.Many people purchased specific items that families had indicated their children would appreciate including bikes, hel-mets, skates, board games and clothing.
Leanna loaded two pick-up trucks with the gifts and deliv-ered them to Bella Coola where volunteers used the Mormon Church Hall to organize and distribute them. Employees
at the Williams Lake hospital also sent gifts to the valley via Beeline Courier.Earlier that week Michel Bazille (CEO of the Bella Coola Hospital), and some of the hos-pital staff delivered gift blankets that had been donated to flood affected households, which had been donated by Vancouver Coastal Health employees in Vancouver.
The Bella Coola Flood Restoration Committee was also able to organize two vol-unteer work crews that assisted
local householders in from mid October through November and December. The first group to arrive was a six-person crew from the Mennonite Disaster Service. Hosed at the Community Church in Hagensborg these men helped fourteen householders with cleanup and reconstruction during the nine days that they were in the valley.In mid-November volun-
$1.00 + HSTVol. 27 | No. 1Thursday, January 6, 2011
Michael Wigle photo
An aerial shot of the Valley taken September 22, 2010 - this is perhaps the last picture before September's massive flood - certainly the defining moment of
2010 for many Bella Coola residents
SEE MANY ON PAGE 3
‘Operation Santa’ delivers some Christmas cheer to flood affected families
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M O N E Y P ROV I D E R . C O M . $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.
$100 & Under
Services
Financial Services
Legal ServicesCRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certifi -cation, adoption property ren-tal opportunities. For peace of mind and a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
Pets & Livestock
Feed & HayHay for sale. 4x6 round bales. Mix. $75/bale. No rain, in barn.250-989-0361 or 250-245-2900
Pet ServicesPET SUPPLIES Online! Thou-sands of products to choose from. Take 15% off your order with coupon code: SALE15 Sale runs till the end of Au-gust. www.petland.ca 1-855-839-0555.
PetsREGISTERED Siberian Husky Pup-pies (with blue eyes) 778-891-4556 www.vancouverhusky.com
Merchandise for Sale
$100 & UnderFREE 29” older TV. Works great. 250-398-7656
Kids mountain bike. $50 obo. 778-412-2239 or 250-305-9046
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$200 & UnderBig comfy green chair. Excel-lent condition. $200 obo. 778-412-2239 or 250-305-9046
Cyber Shot camera with case. $150 obo. 778-412-2239 or 250-305-9046
NoNo Hair remover. $150 obo. 778-412-2239 or 250-305-9046
FirearmsWANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifl es and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Firewood/FuelLegally obtained fi rewood, Timber #A91272, $150/meas-ured cord, price will increase Sept 1, 2013 (250)267-7950 Leave message
Garage Sales
Garage Sale926 Dog Creek Rd.
Saturday, August 17th 8am to 11am
Large garage sale: 250 Mackenzie Ave S.
Good Guys Gardening next to Amanda Bottle depot. Saturday, August 17th
from 10am till ???.
Heavy Duty Machinery
A-STEEL SHIPPING DRYSTORAGE CONTAINERS
Used 20’40’45’53 in stock.SPECIAL
44’ x 40’ Container Shopw/steel trusses $13,800!
Sets up in one day!40’ Containers under $2500!
Call Toll Free AlsoJD 544 & 644 wheel loaders
JD 892D LC ExcavatorPh. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB
www.rtccontainer.com
Misc. for SaleHOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
STEEL BUILDING Sizzling summer savings event! 20x22 $4,188. 25x24 $4,598. 30x36 $6,876. 32x44$8,700. 40x52 $12,990. 47x70 $17,100. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422.www.pioneersteel.ca
STEEL BUILDINGS, Metal Buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for bal-ance owed! 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
Misc. WantedWANTED: Old lever action Winchester rifl es and carbines. Call (250)791-6369
Real Estate
Mobile Homes & Parks
3 bdrm Double Wide Mobile Home
#26 - 1700 Broadway
Ave. South in Adult Park
level lot, lots of parking
space, perfect view of Williams Lake
$59,000. oboPh. (250)392-5095
FACTORY DIRECT Whole-sale CSA Certifi ed Modular Homes, Manufactured/Mobile Homes and Park Model Homes, We ship throughout Western Canada visit us on-line at www.hbmodular.com or 1-877-976-3737
Rentals
Homes for Rent2 bdrm house with acreage. N/S. Good renters wanted. 15 min. north of town. $1500/mo. 250-989-0361 or 250-245-2900
Transportation
Cars - Domestic
2005 Sunfi re. Silver, 2 door, 185,000 kms., auto, new brakes, good running cond. $3000 OBO. 250-989-0361 or 250-245-2900
Cars - Sports & Imports
2003 Mazda Protege. 147,000 kms, excellent con-
dition. New brakes, good tires, air, satellite radio.
Great gas mileage. $4500 OBO.
250-398-0368
Motorcycles
2004 Kawasaki 250 Super Sherpa XRL. $3200
250-989-7976
Recreational/Sale
1991 Pinnacle 300 Class “A” motor home. 30 ft. Ford motor and chassis, dash & rooftop a/c, built in micro-wave, TV & VCR, Onan gen-erator. Lots of extras. Must see! Asking $25,000. 250-392-0459
1992 Oakland 26’ RV in ex-cellent condition. Complete new under carriage including wheels, brakes and heavy duty axles. Winter package including enclosed plumbing and double storm window. 4 burner propane stove with oven and mic, A/C. Has nev-er been smoked in. $11,000 OBO. 2002 GMC 2500 Sier-ra HD Duramax diesel with Allison transmission available to be sold separ-ately or as a pkg. Call 250-799-5440
1999 Damon Challenger Class A Motorhome, Ford V10, 33’, one slide, 92,000 km, new tires, brakes & batteries, $24,900 obo. (250)365-7152 Castlegar
Transportation
Sport Utility Vehicle
2000 GMC YukonXL 2500
Great family vehicle. Seats eight. Fully loaded. Bush bumper
and extra lights.238,857kms. Automatic.
$8000. OBO(250)398-6180
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2005 Yukon Good condition!Leather interior,
Sunroof, DVD player.220,000kms
Well maintained.Asking $10,000.
Call (250)392-5787
Trucks & Vans1997 Ford F150 XL, 4x4. 4.2 auto, clean, runs great. Dual exhaust, line a bed, mp3 player, amp and sub. New studded winter tires. $5000 obo. 250-398-7791
2000 Ford Ranger XLT su-percab. 4x4, 4.0 V6, 5 speed, air, blue with white canopy. Higher kms, but runs great and in good con-dition. $3900 OBO. 250-305-8230
Boats
2003 Four Winns Fish & Ski
Freedom 180 F/S, fully serviced 4.3L
VOLVO PENTA engine, removable side windows for
more fi shing room, tilt steering, removable seats
with interchanging seat posts, rear entry ladder, front control for rear leg trim, full
cover with anti pooling poles, electric motor off bow
for fi shing, custom matched trailer, Bimini top.
This is really a great boat!! $15,000 obo.
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Coast Mountain News
congratulates the Bella Coola
Fall FairAssociationon 61 yearsof successfulFall Fairs!
Fay Bazille and attendants 1953the first Fall Fair queen, Fay Bazille and her
attendants, Margaret Rosten and Caroline Mack.
Bazille is holding a Fall Fair booklet.
Fall FaiR Queen Faye Bazille& logging tRuCk 1953
the first Fall Fair queen, Fay Bazille posed in front of a fully loaded logging truck.
a Fall FaiR Float Called “the o-F-l thing”1957 - Photo was taken at the lobelco hall fairgrounds Filling Balloons with heliuM
Circa 1970
Fall FaiR Queen 1963 Judy tuck reaching into a barrel. the man on the left is
don epp and the master of ceremonies is Ron harrison.
Judging at the Fall FaiR 1954Fall Fair judges inspecting squash entries at the second
Fall Fair held in Bella Coola.
PieRRe tRudeau 1970Pierre trudeau surrounded by people at a Fall Fair event.
Queen Roxanne Matheson & BRuno 1974Fall Fair queen, Roxanne Matheson being escorted by
Bruno Jersey from the television series“the Beachcombers”.
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